Learn to Fish is a free program that teaches new anglers how to fish in Ontario. This fun and engaging 2–hour program combines a 1-hour practical teaching session with one hour of supervised hands-on fishing.
Learn to Fish is run by the Province of Ontario. Learn more.
The program will teach you how to:
- rig, bait and cast a fishing rod
- identify and catch local fish species
- get a fishing licence and follow fishing regulations
- discover more about fishing in Ontario
- fish safely and sustainably
We provide everything you need, including:
- experienced instructors focused on fish, fun and safety
- fishing rod, reel and bait
- a fishing licence to take part in the Learn to Fish program
- lifejacket and sunglasses
HCA Program Dates and Location
Valens Lake Conservation Area
- Thursday, July 10 – Register Now!
- Saturday, August 23 – Register Now!
Christie Lake Conservation Area
- Friday, July 11 – Register Now!
- Sunday, August 24 – Register Now!
Fifty Point Conservation Area
- Saturday, July 12 – Register Now!
- Sunday, July 13 – Register Now!
