Prince George anglers can now enjoy a great new fishing opportunity in the heart of the city thanks to the work of the Northern BC Sport Fishing Task Force, the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC, and the Ministry of Environment, said Sean Simmons, Chair of the Task Force.
Simmons says this helps fulfill a key goal of the Task Force -- making it easier for families, and especially kids, to enjoy fishing within the city.
This is the second water body in Prince George to be developed in the past few years, along with Ferguson Lake. Shane Lake was added to the city fishing locations in 2009 with the release of 1,300 catchable trout. The fish were provided by The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC.
"Developing new recreational fisheries close to urban centres is just one part of our strategy to ensure that B.C. enjoys the best freshwater fisheries in North America," said FFSBC President Don Peterson. "Recreational fishing is more than just a great way to spend time with family and friends, it also contributes over $1 Billion dollars each year to the provincial economy."
Children under the age of 16 can fish for free, and Shane Lake is well suited to angling with inexpensive fishing gear. Adults can purchase a freshwater licence at their local tackle shop or buy one on-line at www.fishing.gov.bc.ca.
FISHING THE LAKE
Shane Lake is very productive, providing a lot of food for the fish. As a result, the trout grow fast.
In the cooler seasons, the fish are found throughout the lake and can be easily caught from the dock at the north-east edge of the lake.
In the heat of summer, the fish will generally be found in the deeper water. A small boat can help get to deeper water, or cast out as far from the dock as possible.
LAKE ACCESS
The lake is located within Forests For the World, a park area managed by the City of Prince George. From downtown, take 15th avenue towards the university, and turn right on Foothills Blvd just before the hill. Follow Foothills about a kilometre to Cranbrook Hill Rd. on the left (west) side of the road.
Follow Cranbrook Hill Road up the hill to Kueng Rd., on the left (south). Turn here and follow to the end of the road where the parking lot is located.
The lake is a short 10-15 minute walk from the parking lot. Canoes and small boats can be packed into the lake, or you can choose to fish right off the dock.
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