Fishy Fun In Ontario For February 2012
We have somehow arrived in February, much to my surprise, as my brain is stuck in January with all of my paperwork. February is a great month for fishing events in Southern Ontario so I thought I’d take a moment to point some out.
February 1st – 29th, 2012 – Annual Island Lake Ice Fishing Derby
If you get a chance to to fish Island Lake in Orangeville, sign up for their ice fishing derby (can be done on site). There are all sorts of prizes, and entry into the month long derby is only $30 (park admission is extra). Visit Credit Valley Conservation’s Facebook page for updates on the standings. The largest pike so far is 25-3/8 inches, and the largest perch is 5-3/4 inches. No one has entered a crappie yet. If you find the secret spot for crappie, let me know, I can’t find them anywhere in that lake in the winter!
February 4th, 2012 – Feed the Fish Tournament
Yes, this takes place tomorrow so it’s short notice, but if you are in the Frenchman’s Bay area, consider spending your Saturday here. The tournament raises funds for the Ringwood Fish Culture Station.
February 17th – 20th, 2012 – Spring Fishing and Boat Show
Held at the International Centre in Mississauga – parking can fill up so get there early. This is my favorite show of the year – lots of great exhibitors and seminars. Ashley Rae just announced yesterday that she will be doing kayak fishing seminars and that is sure be a treat for everyone able to attend. Tickets are only $14 so this is a great and affordable way to spend your day.
February 18th – 20th, 2012 – Family Fishing Weekend
If you’re not at the Spring Fishing Show than you should be out fishing with friends and family for Ontario’s free Family Fishing Weekend. This is the time to introduce people to the incredible sport of fishing. No one needs a fishing license to fish on this weekend so get others out there and interested!
February 25th – 26th, 2012 – Canadian Ice Fishing Championship
Want to put your ice fishing skills to the test? Enter the Canadian Ice Fishing Championship on Lake Simcoe. First place is $7,500 and there are lots of great prizes. I’d love to be fishing this one myself, but due to other commitments I’m not able to. I’ll be up there at some point though and hope to see everyone catching big fish. For more information visit here.
As you can see, there are lots of great fishing events to attend in February. This is just a small sample of what is available. Get out there and have fun!
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Hi, Rebecca! Thanks for the information on fishing related events happening in February — great idea.
For those who are planning on attending the Spring Fishing & Boat Show, you can get more information about the show and download a $2 OFF admission coupon from my blog.
Or…you can just check out this link and get a coupon: http://springfishingandboatshow.com/visitor-info/downloadable-coupons
See you there!
Thanks Eugene! I find I often hear too late about great fishing events I’d like to attend, so I try to help other people find the information when possible. And people should definitely check out your blog – – for all the great info you share!
When given the opportunity crappie will school up and suspend over the deepest basin of the lake in winter. Check out the deep bay in the north west section of Island Reservoir, use your eletronics and drill a lot of holes. Good luck!
Is that where you’ve had luck, John? I’ll have to make the hike and check it out. Thanks!