As part of Get Outdoors Month, Minnesota residents are invited to take a kid fishing this weekend. The Department of Natural Resources is offering a special opportunity for adults and kids to spend time together while learning a new skill.
Special Weekend Fishing License
- June 6th through 8th, Minnesota residents can fish without a license if they take a kid 15 or younger with them.
- Adults must always have a fishing license with them when dropping a line, except for special weekends.
- Kids 15 and younger do not require fishing licenses at any time of the year, though they must observe all fishing seasons and other regulations.
The Department of Natural Resources is promoting this special weekend as a great opportunity for adults and kids to spend quality time together while learning a new skill.
I Can Fish! Experience
On Saturday, the DNR is hosting its first I Can Fish! experience at Lake Carlos State Park north of Alexandria.
| Event Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Event Name | I Can Fish! |
| Date | Saturday |
| Location | Lake Carlos State Park |
| Time | Roughly two and a half hours |
| Cost | $7 for adults, children under 12 are free with a registered adult |
| Preregistration | Required |
The I Can Fish! experience is designed to teach first-time anglers the basics of casting, fish identification, and more. All equipment is provided, and participants will spend roughly two and a half hours learning and fishing.
Online Resources
The DNR’s Take a Kid Fishing webpage has a variety of online resources available for anyone interested in taking a kid fishing.
- Information on how to fish
- Access to accessible piers and shore fishing locations
- Information on buying a fishing license
- What to do with live bait when done fishing
These resources include recorded webinars, online guides, and more. The DNR aims to provide a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to take a kid fishing.
Highlights
Some highlights of this special weekend include:
- The I Can Fish! experience at Lake Carlos State Park
- Special weekend fishing license rules
- Online resources available on the DNR’s Take a Kid Fishing webpage
Get out and enjoy the great outdoors with your kids this weekend. Take a Kid Fishing is a great opportunity to create lasting memories and teach your kids a new skill.
Definitions
Some definitions to keep in mind:
- Fishing license
- A license required for adults to fish in Minnesota.
- Accessible piers and shore fishing locations
- Locations where people with disabilities can fish safely and easily.
- I Can Fish!
- A program designed to teach first-time anglers the basics of casting, fish identification, and more.
By taking a kid fishing, you can create a fun and memorable experience for your child while also teaching them an important skill.
Conclusion
This special weekend is a great opportunity for Minnesota residents to get outdoors and spend quality time with their kids. With the I Can Fish!
