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CANCAST Fishing and Tackle Show Reels Its Way to the Peterborough Memorial Centre For April 7
/Anglers rejoice as the CANCAST Fishing and Tackle Show is coming back to the Peterborough Memorial Centre and Morrow Building for April 7, announced on Monday.
The event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“We’re over the top excited for this year’s event,” says Kyle Carruthers, show director. “Once again, our partnership with the team at the Peterborough Memorial Centre has allowed us to bring one of the biggest fishing events in Canada to the City of Peterborough in an even bigger fashion than the previous years.”
This year, the show features over 170 vendors and 60 personal tables in the tackle swap as well as boats on display from local dealers.
Admission provides access to both buildings, the outside vendors and free entry into four seminars from top industry pros.
Tickets are availble online, over the phone or in person at the Grant Thornton Box Office. The Box Office is open for in-person sales on Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tickets are $16.60* plus applicable fees and taxes. Children under 12 require a free ticket.
*Prices are subject to change.
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Ontario Free Fishing Continues From Canada Weekend Until July 9
/Canada Day celebrations do not have to stop for anglers as the Ontario government is continuing their week-long free fishing event running until Sunday.
“To help families celebrate Canada Day, we’re making it easier to get out on the water and experience the world-class fishing opportunities that exist in Ontario,” said Graydon Smith, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry. “Fishing is a fun and affordable way for families to enjoy quality time while connecting with nature.”
Families are encouraged to plan their fishing trip or find a local event by visiting http://www.ontariofamilyfishing.com/.
ID issued by the provincial or federal government must be carried, showing your name and date of birth during this free period.
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Free Fishing In Ontario For Father's Day Weekend
/For those who want a way to celebrate with their dads, the Ontario Government has permitted free fishing this Father’s Day weekend.
“Fishing is a great family pastime,” said Graydon Smith, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry. “With fishing being free this Father’s Day weekend, it’s a great time to get out on one of Ontario’s lakes or rivers and enjoy this wonderful sport.”
Several species such as yellow perch, carp, northern pike, lake trout and walleye are eligible for this weekend’s fishing. The Ontario Government reminds the public to follow all limits on how many fish you can keep as some waterbodies have exceptions. The Fishing Regulations Summary has a list of limitations for this weekend.
All conservation license catch limits and carry ID issued by the provincial or federal government, showing your name and date of birth are still in effect.
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Free Fishing In Ontario During Mother's Day Weekend
/To kick off the spring fishing season, anglers in Ontario can celebrate Mother’s Day with free fishing this weekend.
“Whether you’re new to fishing or an experienced angler, it’s a great way to bond with family this Mother’s Day weekend,” said Graydon Smith, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry. “This is a fantastic way for families to get out and enjoy one of Ontario’s greatest natural resources – our beautiful lakes, rivers and streams.”
To anyone fishing for free on Mother’s Day weekend, all conservation licence catch limits, size limits, sanctuaries and all other fishing regulations and rules still apply according to the Ontario Government.
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Peterborough Tackle Swap and Fishing Show Coming To the Memorial Centre
/The Peterborough Tackle Swap and Fishing Show returns with larger venue capacity on April 2.
Under its new banner name and parent company CANCAST Fishing, the 2023 CANCAST Fishing and Tackle Show will mark the official 2nd running of the Peterborough event.
The CANCAST Fishing and Tackle Show will be a hybrid event, featuring a new expo Industry EXPO side showcasing the latest products to hit the market from top industry manufacturers, top bait makers and some of Canada’s biggest retailers. On site the show will include some of the Top Fishing Guides, Fishing Charter Captains, Tournament Series Directors and top Industry Prostaff.
The event will also feature the largest used fishing and tackle swap meet in Eastern Ontario.
“We are beyond excited for this event to happen. We have secured both the Memorial Centre and the Morrow Building as well as a large outside section of the venue and it is going to more than triple our capacity limit,” says show promoter Kyle Carruthers. “We are excited to be working with the Memorial Centre for advanced ticket sales, and with fast entrance to the show, this should solve some of the hurdles we ran into at last year's event with the crowd. Honestly, I can’t wait to see Peterborough become the capital of fishing in Canada once again on April 2nd.”
Tickets are $11.30 (plus applicable fees/taxes, subject to change) and children under 12 are free. Tickets are on sale online, over the phone or in-person at the Grant Thornton Box Office.
The box office is open for in-person sales Wednesday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information visit the CANCAST website.
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Local Angler Six Months Pregnant With Twins Catches Two 50-Plus-Inch Muskies
/Angler Megan Patterson met and surpassed her fishing goal this season, catching two muskies over 50 inches long while six months pregnant with twins.
Her two muskies measured 52 in. (4.33 ft.) and 54 in. (4.5 feet) and were caught on the St. Lawrence River.
Joining the 50-inch club is a feat that all muskie anglers pursue. Patterson has been muskie fishing for the past six years and has netted over five of her husband’s 50-inch catches. She made it her goal to catch her own.
“Every season I have come up short,” she laughs. “In my first season, I caught a 49-inch muskie. I was so close to that 50-inch mark.”
Her social media following has tagged along for fishing trips ever since she started in the sport. Muskie season runs from June to mid-December in the Kawarthas.
“My goal was to be a big momma catching a big momma,” Patterson said. “I really wanted to go out with a bang by catching a big fish this year.”
Not only did she reach her goal of snagging a 50-plus-inch muskie but she also reeled a second, all while being pregnant with twins. Patterson recalls her surprise when her husband netted the catch and saw how big it was.
“It comes up onto the bump board and it lays so much past the 50-inch mark,” she said. “To this day that was still one of my best days on the water of my whole life.”
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