Well January has finally hit us with lots of different weather this past week which will be great for all the upcoming ice fishing events that are happening in our community and nearby!

These are a few of the local ice fishing happenings:

Smugglers Nob Annual Youth Ice Fishing Tournament will be held on Sunday, February 4th from 8 AM to 2 PM in memory of Gerald “Jerry” Bruce Sheppard.

Parents bring all of the kids out for a fun-filled day of ice fishing. All kids fish for free. Food and beverages for all kids who participate, food and beverages available for purchase for adults. All children will be eligible for prizes. Fishing regulations will be in accordance with NYSDEC. Fishing access will be located at 175 Mitchell Pond West Road. Transportation will be provided by club members, no outside ATV/UTV’s. Registration will be upon entry. If you have any questions please contact Harold “Boomer” Russell at (845) 583-6602 or Kevin Esselman at (845) 932-7829.

Mahogany Ridge Hunting & Fishing Club will be holding their Ice Festival and Pig Roast on Saturday, February 17th from 7AM – 3 PM at Sand Beach in Highland Lake, NY. Admission is $25 p/p and kids 12 and under are $15. Stop by for a great time with family and friends as well as raffles and prizes for all ages.

Sullivan County Conservation Club is proudly presenting the King of the Ice Fishing Contest on Sunday, February 18 from 6 AM to 3 PM on White Lake/Kauneonga Lake. Registration, weigh-ins and awards will be held at the White Lake Fire Company. Youth 15 & under are free with a paying adult. Up to $2,000 total cash and prizes! 

For more information, visit their website https://www.sullivancountyconservationclub.org/copy-of-king-of-the-ice

Waterways Outdoors is holding their 2nd Annual Lake Superior Ice Fishing Tournament on Saturday, February 3rd beginning at 6AM. $60 per person entry, Kids 10 and under are $10.00. Lots of prizes and fun! Email  WaterwayOutdoors@gmail.com for more information.

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