OWA Canoe and Kayak Social at Long Point

OWA Canoe and Kayak Social at Long Point

Join us on June 8 for a fun day of panfishing at Deer Creek Conservation Area. FUN "longest fish" derby and lunch included.

Registration Now Open!

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/owa-canoe-and-kayak-social-at-long-point-registration-906689190777

Maximum of 30 spots

• Women only ~ 18 years of age and older
• TackleShare loaner site available if you don't have your own rod/reel
• Canoes available for rent on site

Cost: $45

*2024 OWA Membership required for this event*

Entry to Park: There is an additional cost to enter the conservation area. $15 per car load or park on the road and walk-in for $6.00 per person. More information to be discussed in the Facebook group.

When: Saturday, June 8

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Location:

Deer Creek Conservation Area
1929 Norfolk County Road 45, RR #2

Langton, ON N0E 1G0

https://www.lprca.on.ca/outdoor-recreation/conservation-areas/#dcca

Deer Creek Conservation Area can be found just a short drive north of Long Point. This scenic park has 40 campsites and an 80-acre reservoir with a boat launch, fishing docks and a small swimming beach.

Bring a canoe, kayak or launch your own small boat but please note that only electric motors are permitted. The depth of the reservoir varies between 12 and 15 meters (40-50 feet).

Canoes are also available for rent. Contact info:519-875-2874 | 1-877-990-9934

Deer Creek is also a TackleShare Loaner Site. https://www.tackleshare.com/ If you are new and would like to give it a try you can call and reserve tackle and a rod 519-875-2874 | 1-877-990-9934.

There is a small shoreline that can provide shore fishing but most of the lake is accessed by watercraft. Once you have checked in, you can launch and go fishing.

Event Schedule

8:00 am Arrive and check-in

8:30-12:30 Fishing/exploring

12:30 Group photo at the boat launch

12:30-1:30 Lunch and raffle ticket sales

1:30-3:00 Fishing/exploring

3:00 - 3:30 Submit your fish pictures for the derby

3:30-5:00 Raffle and derby results announced

We will run a FUN longest sunfish derby for a $2.00 entry. Once you are in the water, you may begin the derby. You will be submitting your longest panfish of the day can be bluegill, pumkinseed, rock bass, or crappie.

Lunch will be hamburgers, Caesar salad, potato chips and water.

What to Bring:

• Fishing rod (recommended light, medium-light or medium weight spinning rod, fast or extra-fast action rod )
• Fishing tackle for pan fish (jig heads, hooks, slip floats, small creature baits)
• Worms (optional)
• Lawn/Camp Chair
• Kayak, canoe or small boat with electric motor

Dress according to weather conditions. Event is RAIN OR SHINE. Pavilion and washrooms onsite.

Raffle:

• Fishing related items

Tickets available at the event.

3 for $5.00 and 7 for $10.00

We will have a closed Facebook group to share further information about this event.

If you have any questions, contact Tia Carter at or via e-mail at: tia_1525@hotmail.com