Third Annual ‘GO-Get Outdoors’ Ice Fishing Derby on Feb. 19 at Seven Lakes State Park
Published: Wednesday, February 16, 2011 7:00 am
By: Department of Natural Resources and Environment
Seven Lakes State Park, in partnership with The Izaak Walton League of America, is hosting the Third Annual Ice Fishing Derby on Saturday, Feb. 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Michigan's Free Fishing weekend is Feb. 19 -20. No fishing licenses are required to fish that weekend, but all other fishing regulations apply.
Prizes will be awarded for the biggest fish, most fish, smallest fish and even the ugliest fish. Participation in the ice fishing derby is free. For persons without fishing gear, there will be 75 fishing poles the park has available for use on a first come, first served basis.
Refreshments including coffee, hot chocolate, hotdogs and chips will be available at the concession table under the park shelter.
"Last year we had a grandmother show up with two young grandchildren. None of them had ever fished before," said DNRE Park Supervisor Jim Case. "Park staff helped them drill holes in the ice and showed them how to use the equipment. They caught some fish, and created some fun memories."
Plan to dress warm and bring the whole family for a day filled with fun. This is a great way to "GO-Get Outdoors", try your fishing skills, meet new friends and have a great winter fun day.
Seven Lakes State Park is located at 14390 Fish Lake Rd., in Holly. For more information on this event please e-mail The Izaak Walton League at [email protected] or contact Jim Case at 248-634-7271.
This event is made possible with donations from the following sponsors: D&B Fishing Custom Lures, Tri-City Trading Post, Skipper Bud's Four Winns, Triple J Ductwork Heating and Cooling, Fish Bones Custom Lures, Lance Valentine's Walleye101.com, Fishing Tackle Grab Bag, Innovative Tackle Solutions and Jim and Penny Schaale of the The Izaak Walton League of America.
The Recreation Passport has replaced motor vehicle permits for entry into Michigan state parks, recreation areas and state-administered boating access fee sites. This new way to fund Michigan's outdoor recreation opportunities also helps to preserve state forest campgrounds, trails, and historic and cultural sites in state parks, and provides park development grants to local communities. Michigan residents can purchase the Recreation Passport ($10 for motor vehicles; $5 for motorcycles) by checking "Yes" on their license plate renewal forms, or at any state park or recreation area. To learn more about the Recreation Passport, visit www.michigan.gov/recreationpassport or call 517-241-7275.
Non-resident motor vehicles must still display a valid Non-Resident Recreation Passport ($29 annual; $8 daily) to enter a Michigan state park, recreation area or state-administered boating access fee site, which can be purchased at any state park or recreation area, or through the Michigane-Store at www.michigan.gov/estore.
The Department of Natural Resources and Environment is committed to the conservation, protection, management, and accessible use and enjoyment of the state's environment, natural resources, and related economic interests for current and future generations. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/dnre.
