Fishing: Essential During a Time of Worry
The Canadian National Sportfishing Foundation (CNSF) is encouraging Canadians to practice social distancing this summer by going fishing.
National Fishing Week is July 4 to July 12, 2020. It is designed to help Canadians experience the thrill of this centuries-old pastime.
There are an abundance of lakes, rivers, and oceans available to Canadians. This makes fishing an easy activity that has social distancing built right in.
“Fishing has a positive impact on mental wellness. This is something that’s crucial during the Covid-19 pandemic,” says Mike Melnik, Managing Director of the CNSF. “It’s also an important local food source for countless Canadians.”
The CNSF is encouraging Canadians to fish responsibly by practicing social distancing, fishing close to home, and shopping locally.
To find out more about National Fishing Week, visit www.catchfishing.com.
Keep Canada Fishing is the national voice of Canada’s anglers, and we lead the effort to preserve your right to sustainably fish on our lakes, oceans, rivers and streams. By informing anglers of current and potential issues and threats affecting recreational fishing and access to public waters, our goal is to motivate anglers to take action on matters of importance to the future of fishing and conservation. We’re also your voice on Parliament Hill. If you would like to contribute to our efforts to “Keep Canada Fishing,” you can donate now via PayPal.
