Ice Fishing for beginners
Too much stress from work, school, or chores? Let's go fishing! Many folks wanted to ice fish but dont know how to start; there are equipment, laws, not knowing where to fish, or how safe is the ice. These barriers are preventing folks from this popular winter past time. During this class we will provide a hands-on instruction on how to fish, the necessary fishing equipment, information on where you can fish, and clarify many Minnesota's fishing rules and regulation. If you have not ice fish before or just wanted to spend a few hours at the park fishing without your own equipment, this would be perfect for you. This is a Minnesota State Park catch-and-release educational ice fishing program; therefore, Minnesota fishing license is not required during the class. Come join us for one of Minnesotas favorite winter activity, ice fishing!
Pre-registration is required.
Registration deadline by 12:00 pm, Friday, January 15, 2027
To register please email to or call number under "More Information". If you have an accommodation request, please contact the naturalist at least two weeks prior to program date. ------->
When emailing or calling to register, please leave:
1. One name.
2. Phone number.
3. Email address.
4. How many people registering for.
5. The program (activity) and date registering for.
There is no fee for the program, but all vehicles entering a MN State Park requires a park permit ($7/daily or $35/annual). Reduced fee or free permits are available for enrolled members of the 11 recognized Minnesota American Indian Tribes, Veterans with a service-related disability, active military, and more. For additional information please visit the MN DNR "State Park Vehicle Permits" site under "PERMITS" below "LICENSES, PERMITS & REGULATIONS" tab.
Meeting location and additional information will be sent out with registration confirmation.