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
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Valens Lake Conservation Area
Thursday, July 2
Friday, July 3
Saturday, July 18
Sunday, July 19
Christie Lake Conservation Area
Saturday, June 27
Sunday, June 28
Saturday, July 25
Sunday, July 26
Fifty Point Conservation Area
Saturday, August 8
Sunday, August 9
Thursday, August 13
Friday, August 14
FAQs
Everyone aged 6 and up, including adults, teens and children. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Sessions run rain or shine, except in cases of extreme weather such as thunderstorms, heat warnings or high winds. If a session is cancelled, registered participants will be notified by email in advance.
We encourage you to bring:
- sunglasses
- weather-appropriate clothing
- sunscreen
- water
- enthusiasm
Learn to fish is free! Area admission not included.
HCA Members receive free access to HCA areas. Learn more.
