Father’s Day is June 15. Fishing with your father is a great way to celebrate the day.
You can fish for free during B.C. Family Fishing Weekend from June 13-15.
Canadians who have lived here for a year or more can fish without a licence. Both freshwater and saltwater fishing are free.
Learn to fish
Volunteers from all over the province give fishing tips.
Some events include:
- barbecues
- fly-tying clinics
- children’s fishing clinics
- stream cleanups
Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC offers free equipment and giveaways.
Find an event near you at gofishbc.com
Adapted from Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC • Photo: Pexels/Ron Lach