Thousands expected for The Winnipeg FISH Festival @ The Forks!
Let’s go Fishin’. Come to the FORKS for the Winnipeg FISH FESTIVAL Saturday. The Urban Angling Partnership has organized the event where we can all learn about the sport of fishing and it’s healthy benefits. Kick-off is 11am at the Forks Plaza and Buskers lookout. It’s FREE and family oriented meant to keep all ages interested.
Here’s what we can look forward to; Activity zones for children ; a kid’s casting station ; a Catfish seminar and frozen fish display ; If you’ve never fished you can take the Fish 101 seminar and learn to fish, then watch fish filleting , so when time comes you can eat what you catch.; A Pickerel rig tying contest; Arts and crafts; Boater safety ; Critter dipping too. Events will run from 11 until 4 . Fabulous hourly prize draws will include rod/reel combinations and tackle boxes; GRAND PRIZES feature a 4 hour fishing trip with City Cats Guiding Services and a special Danny Whole Hog BBQ for fifty.
Organizers hope many will come to participate and learn that fishing in the city is a Fun and Healthy activity for the whole family. Remember it’s FREE! Call 204-945-6640