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.
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). Taxes not included.
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.
2026 schedule
Ready to sign up? Reserve your spot today
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| June 5 | 4 p.m. | Fort Snelling State Park |
| June 6 | 10 a.m. | Whitewater State Park |
| June 13 | 10 a.m. | Sibley State Park |
| June 14 | 10 a.m. | Sibley State Park |
| June 20 | 10 a.m. | Father Hennepin State Park |
| June 20 | 10 a.m. | Whitewater State Park |
| June 28 | 10 a.m. | Father Hennepin State Park |
| July 3 | 4 p.m. | Fort Snelling State Park |
| July 4 | 10 a.m. | Whitewater State Park |
| July 10 | 4 p.m. | Fort Snelling State Park |
| July 11 | 10 a.m. | Father Hennepin State Park |
| July 18 | 10 a.m. | Sibley State Park |
| July 18 | 10 a.m. | Whitewater State Park |
| July 19 | 10 a.m. | Sibley State Park |
| July 24 | 4 p.m. | Fort Snelling State Park |
| July 26 | 10 a.m. | Father Hennepin State Park |
| August 1 | 1 p.m. | Fort Snelling State Park |
| August 1 | 10 a.m. | Sibley State Park |
| August 1 | 10 a.m. | Whitewater State Park |
| August 2 | 10 a.m. | Sibley State Park |
| August 9 | 10 a.m. | Father Hennepin State Park |
| August 15 | 10 a.m. | Father Hennepin State Park |
| August 15 | 1 p.m. | Fort Snelling State Park |
| August 15 | 10 a.m. | Whitewater State Park |
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?
Still have questions? Please contact the DNR Information Center. You can also get more information by emailing [email protected] .
