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Wisconsin Governor’s Fishing Opener
May 3 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Travel Northwest Wisconsin is excited to announce that the 2025 Wisconsin Governor’s Fishing Opener will be held on May 2-3 in Rice Lake, Wisconsin. As part of this esteemed event, a special Family Fishing Day sponsored by Enbridge is scheduled for Saturday, May 3, aiming to inspire the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts.
Family Fishing Day Details:
● Date & Time: Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
● Location: Veterans Memorial Park, 20 East Stout Street, Rice Lake, WI 54868
Event Highlights:
● “Learn to Fish” casting lessons
● Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Fishmobile
● Casting Contest
● Small kids obstacle course
● The Ice Age Trail- Monty the Mammoth!
● Games & Giveaways
● Family Swag Bags to the first 100 families
● Shank n Shig BBQ Truck
● and more!
This event is open to the public, and families are encouraged to participate in the festivities designed to foster a love for fishing and the outdoors.
For more information about the event and updates, please visit https://northwestwisconsin.com/fishing-opener/ or contact Kaitlin Horsch at 715-635-9696 or Brandi Nelson at 715-651-9856.
