VERMONT ICE FISHING FESTIVAL- a day when anyone, resident or nonresident, may go fishing in Vermont without a fishing license.

Vermont Fish and Wildlife and "Let's Go Fishing" will be hosting a FREE day of ice fishing at Lake Elmore Saturday, Jan. 27th!!! Festival will run from 11am-3pm. Learn ice fishing skills, knot tying, baiting and safety! Come out and join the fun!!!

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11:00 am - Registration Opens (Pre-register online now (recommended) or register at the event)-
https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/206074

11:00 am to 3:00 pm - Fun Family Activities
Fish & Wildlife staff and Let's Go Fishing volunteers will help new ice anglers learn the basics of winter ice fishing through a variety of educational stations. After completing the stations participants will have the opportunity to borrow a rod and fish!

Stations Include:
-Hole Drilling Demos
-Tip-up Techniques
-Jigging Techniques
-Ice Safety
-Fish Identification and Regulations Explained
-Knot-tying Know-how and tackle craft

Plus enjoy a fish fry and cocoa (bring your own mug if you can)!

Bring your own ice fishing equipment or you can borrow ours. Be sure to dress warmly (in layers is the best) and wear winter boots. Yaktraxs or ice cleats are also a great idea for traction.

For more information, contact Corey Hart (Corey.Hart@vermont.gov) by email or call 802-505-5562.