Free Ice Fishing Festival at FortWhyte Alive

Name: Free Ice Fishing Festival at FortWhyte Alive
Start: 2025-03-22T10:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-03-22T16:30:00-05:00
Location: FortWhyte Alive

DATE

March 22, 2025

TIME

10:00 am - 4:30 pm

LOCATION

1961 McCreary Road, Winnipeg

Free Ice Fishing Festival at FortWhyte Alive

🎣 4th Annual Ice Fishing Festival – Free Family Event in Winnipeg! ❄️

📅 Date: March 22, 2025
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

📍 Location: FortWhyte Alive, 1961 McCreary Rd

💰 Admission: FREE (Sponsored by Cabela’s Canada!)
🤝 Volunteers Needed – No Experience Required!

The 4th Annual Ice Fishing Festival is happening again, offering a fun and educational outdoor experience for families and fishing enthusiasts. Hosted by the Manitoba Wildlife Federation (MWF) in partnership with Cabela’s Canada and FortWhyte Alive, this event provides a great opportunity to try ice fishing, learn from experts, and enjoy a winter day outside.

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🎣 4th Annual Ice Fishing Festival – Free Family Event in Winnipeg! ❄️

📅 Date: March 22, 2025
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 Location: FortWhyte Alive, 1961 McCreary Rd, Winnipeg, MB
💰 Admission: FREE (Sponsored by Cabela’s Canada!)
🤝 Volunteers Needed – No Experience Required!

🐟 Event Highlights:

✅ All fishing gear provided – No need to bring any equipment.
✅ No fishing license required – Anyone can participate.
✅ Expert anglers on-site – Learn techniques and tips from experienced fishers.
✅ Live seminars – Industry leaders will share insights on successful fishing trips.
✅ Catch & release only – Helping to support conservation efforts.
✅ Free prize draws – A chance to win exciting prizes.
✅ Deaf-friendly event – ASL interpretation available.

🎉 This annual event draws over a thousand attendees each year. It’s a great opportunity for families, beginners, and experienced anglers to enjoy ice fishing while gaining valuable knowledge about sustainable fishing practices.

🙌 Volunteers Needed – No Experience Required!

The Manitoba Wildlife Federation is looking for volunteers to assist during the event. No ice fishing experience is needed—just a willingness to help and enjoy the outdoors.

📩 To sign up, contact Chris Benson at:
📧 cbenson@mwf.mb.ca | 📞 204-633-5967

🎪 Also, Save the Date for the Manitoba Outdoor Show!

📅 Date: March 1–2, 2025
📍 Location: Red River Exhibition Park, Assiniboia Downs
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Both Days)

The Manitoba Outdoor Show is another exciting event for outdoor enthusiasts, offering exhibits, gear, and activities for those who love fishing, hunting, and adventure. Volunteers assisting at the Manitoba Wildlife Federation booth will receive free access to the show for the entire weekend.

📩 For volunteer opportunities, contact Chris Benson.

Disclaimer: This event description is for informational purposes only and was modified slightly by Winnipeg for Free from the original description for readability and SEO purposes. Manitoba Wildlife Federation and Cabela’s Canada does not endorse this content, and Winnipeg for Free is not affiliated with them in any way. Please confirm program details and availability directly with the event organizers.

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