Fishing is for everyone
Making the outdoors accessible
Fishing is a skill that can be learned and enjoyed by anyone. Through the Fishing Forever program, the BC Wildlife Federation helps spread the message that if you have a disability you can still get out and enjoy what nature can offer, though it may require some help you didn’t need before. The Fishing Forever program provides an opportunity where people with disabilities can learn, or continue, to fish and enjoy the outdoors.
About the program
Fishing Forever has been inspiring communities since 1989, when the idea of the project was first put forward by broadcast journalist, Walt Liimatainen. Since then, the dedicated clubs of the BC Wildlife Federation, volunteers and sponsors have spent many a day outdoors helping those who may need a little extra help to learn how to fish and enjoy the natural offerings around them.
2019 Fishing Forever Events
Every year, BCWF affiliated clubs host Fishing Forever events across BC. Here is a list of the 2019 events!
May 11, 2019 - Lumby
Hosted by Lumby & District Wildlife Association
Location: Mable lake Provincial Park
Contact: Peter Aussem
May 24, 2019 - Parksville-Qualicum
Hosted by the Parksville-Qualicum Fish & Game Association
Location: Coombs Campground
Contact: Jamie Sudyko or call at 250-240-2530
June 1, 2019 - Nanaimo
June 1 - 2, 2019 - Abbotsford
Hosted by Lower Mainland Region BCWF
Location: Freshwater Fisheries Hatchery, Abbotsford, BC
Contact: Aurora Sekela
June 3 - 7, 2019 - Courtenay
Hosted by the Courtenay and District Fish & Game Protective Association
Location: Courtenay Fish & Game Clubhouse
Contact: Jan MacKenzie
June 8, 2019 - Osoyoos
In partnership with Accessible Okanagan
Location: Strohmann’s Pond
Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm
June 8, 2019 - Prince George
Hosted by Polar Coachmen Flyfishers Association
Location: Ferguson Lake, Prince George
Contact: Brian Smith
June 8, 2019 - Vernon
June 10, 2019 - Smithers
Hosted by Bulkley Valley Rod & Gun Club
Location: Smithers Landing, Babine Lake
Contact: Fay VanHorn or call at 250-847-9539
June 10 - 13, 2019 - Courtenay
Hosted by Courtenay and District Fish & Game Protective Association.
This Fishing Forever event will also include a TrailRider outdoor experience.
Location: Courtenay Fish & Game Clubhouse
Contact: Jan MacKenzie
June 15, 2019 - Vanderhoof
Hosted by Vanderhoof Fish & Game Club
Location: Nulki lake, South of Vanderhoof
Contact: Ray Klinspohn or call Dan Patten at 250-567-2496, or Randy Springer at 250-567-9693
June 15, 2019 - Vernon
Youth Fishing Event hosted by the Vernon Fish & Game Club
Location: Okanagan Lake
Contact: Brian Stacey or Alison Stacey
June 15, 2019 - Nelson
June 16, 2019 - Nelson
Family Fishing Day hosted by Nelson and District Rod & Gun Club
Location: Cottonwood Lake
Contact: Richard Green
June 16, 2019 - Williams Lake
Hosted by Williams Lake Sportsmen’s Association
Location: Biffs Pond
Contact: Wayne Biffert or call 250-392-7460
We need your support
Fishing Forever relies heavily on its volunteers, clubs and sponsors to help deliver this amazing program. If you would like to join in on the fun please get in touch.
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