Metroparks will Rent Fishing Equipment in May

Cleveland Metroparks Institute of the Great Outdoors will rent fishing equipment at Wallace Lake in Berea in May to let people try their hand at angling without making a big investment. 

IGO will rent fishing gear the weekends of May 5-6, 12-13 and 26-27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Fishing poles and basic tackle will be available to rent, as well as bait to purchase. Staff will be on hand to give basic instructions during the day.

May 5 and 6 are "Free Fishing Days" in Ohio, so fishing licenses are not required those days (check State fishing regulations for all others).

Rental prices are:

• 2-hour rental - $6 (tax included)
• 4-hour rental - $11 (tax included)
• Bait available at minimal cost.

Wallace Lake is located off Valley Parkway in Mill Stream Run Reservation, south of Bagley Road in Berea.

IGO provides a wide range of outdoor experiences to people of all abilities. IGO helps people develop or enhance their outdoor skills, knowledge and environmental ethics.

For more information about fishing gear rentals, group outings and all the IGO courses, call 216-341-1704, weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m or visit clevelandmetroparks.com.