Take a Kid Ice Fishing - Ely Minnesota

Looking for something to do this weekend with the kids? Want to learn more about ice fishing? Join MinnAqua at Bear Head Lake State Park - just outside of Ely MN!

For Take A Kid Ice Fishing Weekend, MinnAqua will present a clinic for families interested in learning about ice fishing. Participants will make their own ice fishing jiggle sticks to use that day and to take home. Other activities include winter and ice fishing safety, how fish survive the winter, overview of Minnesota ice fishing regulations and more. Participants will also go on the ice and fish. Prizes for 1st fish caught will be awarded! Program designed for children and adults. Adults must accompany children. Program will begin indoors at the Eagle's Nest Town Hall on Bear Head State Park Road. Then everyone will travel into the park for fishing - you will need to drive yourself.

Vehicle permits are required for all vehicles entering the park.

Bring a bag lunch and dress for the weather - warm winter gear. All equipment and hot cocoa will be provided! No fishing license is required.

Date of Event: Saturday, February 13, 2010 (Pre-registration Required by 2/12/10)

Time: 10am to 3pm

Location: Bear Head Lake State Park

Directions: From the town of Tower, go east on U.S. Highway 169, 9 miles to St. Louis County Highway 128. Take Highway 128 south 7 miles to the contact station.

More Information: Contact Jen Westland at 218-365-7229