Family Day weekend might be a good chance to try out ice fishing in New Brunswick.
Fish NB Days take place this weekend from Saturday through Monday.
It is one of two weekends when can fish without a licence or guide, with the other being the first weekend of June.
“Fish NB Days is a fun way to enjoy recreational fishing and our province’s natural beauty,” according to the province’s website.
All current catch limits, closures and other restrictions are still in effect, and access to private waters, Crown reserve waters and Crown leases is still restricted.
Before venturing out on the ice this weekend, you need to make sure that it is safe to do so.
The Canadian Red Cross says ice thickness should be at least 15 centimetres for small groups of people.
A minimum of 20 centimetres is needed for larger groups, and 25 centimetres for snowmobiles and ATVs.
The organization said the colour of the ice indicates its strength and quality. Blue ice is the strongest, while grey ice is unsafe.
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