Experience the fun of casting into the water and the excitement of a tug on the line! These hands-on programs teach all of the basics, from fish identification to casting. You and your family will be ready to begin a lifetime of memories on Minnesota’s lakes and streams.
- Hands-on instruction from skilled anglers.
- Designed especially for first-time anglers.
- All equipment is provided.
- Each participant will receive a small tackle box to take home with them.
- No experience necessary.
Program Details
- Programs last approximately two hours.
- Ages five and older. Participants under age 18 must be accompanied by a registered participant, parent or legal guardian.
- $7 for adults, children under 12 are free (with a registered adult).
- Advance registration is required.
- A vehicle permit is required to enter all Minnesota state parks. ($7/day or $35/year). One-day vehicle permits ($7 value) are included with all I Can! programs where a permit is required.
- Fishing licenses not required for this program.
2019 Schedule
Ready to sign up? Reserve now!
| Date | Time | Location |
| Sat., June 8 | 1-3 p.m. | Fort Snelling State Park |
| Sun., June 9 | 1-3 p.m. | Whitewater State Park |
| Mon., June 10 | 9:30-11:30 a.m. | Itasca State Park |
| Fri., June 14 | 1:00-3:00 p.m. | Afton State Park |
| Sun., June 16 | Noon - 2 p.m. | Sibley State Park |
| Fri., June 21 | 10 a.m. - Noon | Fort Snelling State Park |
| Mon., June 24 | 9:30-11:30 a.m. | Itasca State Park |
| Fri., June 28 | 2-4 p.m. | William O'Brien State Park |
| Sat., June 29 | 10 a.m. - Noon | Jay Cooke State Park |
| Mon., July 1 | 9:30-11:30 a.m. | Itasca State Park |
| Mon., July 8 | 9:30-11:30 a.m. | Itasca State Park |
| Thu., July 11 | 10:00 a.m.-Noon | Afton State Park |
| Fri., July 12 | 2-4 p.m. | William O'Brien State Park |
| Sat., July 13 | Noon - 2 p.m. | Sibley State Park |
| Sun., July 14 | 1-3 p.m. | Fort Snelling State Park |
| Sun., July 14 | 1-3 p.m. | Whitewater State Park |
| Sat., July 20 | 10 a.m. - Noon | Jay Cooke State Park |
| Mon., July 22 | 9:30-11:30 a.m. | Itasca State Park |
| Wed., July 24 | 10 a.m. - Noon | Fort Snelling State Park |
| Sun., Aug. 4 | 10:00 a.m. - Noon | William O'Brien State Park |
| Mon., Aug. 5 | 9:30-11:30 a.m. | Itasca State Park |
| Thurs., Aug. 8 | 1-3 p.m. | Fort Snelling State Park |
| Sat., Aug. 10 | 10 a.m. - Noon | Jay Cooke State Park |
| Sat., Aug. 10 | Noon - 2 p.m. | Sibley State Park |
| Sun., Aug. 11 | 1-3 p.m. | Whitewater State Park |
| Fri., Aug. 16 | 10:00 a.m.-Noon | Afton State Park |
| Sat., Aug. 17 | 10 a.m. – Noon | Fort Snelling State Park |
Preregistration is required for all I Can Fish! programs.
Early registration is recommended, as these programs tend to fill up fast. Online reservations can be made 24 hours a day sign up online now! Or, if you prefer to sign up by phone, call us toll-free, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily (excluding holidays): 866-857-2757.
Cancellations
All programs are subject to cancellation due to inclement weather or hazardous conditions. Cancellations for I Can Fish! programs can be made up to one week prior to the program.
Questions?
Specialists at the DNR Information Center are ready to answer your questions. Email [email protected], or call 888-646-6367 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
