ODU Magazine Supports 19th Canadian Ice Fishing Championship

ODU Magazine is pleased to support the Canadian Ice Fishing Championship with an ad for the CIFC in its January 2013 Ice fishing Magazine, promotional tweets and a wrap up article highlighting winners and sponsors following the tournament.

ODU Magazine Issue Supporting CIFC

ODU Magazine Assistant Editor Bill Schwarz expressed his good wishes for the Canadian Ice Fishing Championship.

'ODU hopes you have a wonderful and successful event,' shared Bill Schwarz, assitant editor of the popular ezine, adding 'The ODU January 2013 Ice fishing Magazine is now available, at
.odumagazine.com/Magazines/ODUJanIce2013/ 

The Canadian Ice Fishing Championship appreciates the support of Bill and all his team at ODU.

About ODU:
ODU Magazine , North America's Largest 100% Digital Fishing Magazine is published monthly online with special issues highlighting ice fishing, and hunting seasons.

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South Paw Trading Post Supports Canadian Ice Fishing Championship!

South Paw Trading Post, a Lures & Tours client, proudly supports the 2013 Canadian Ice Fishing Championship. Karen and Doug are returning sponsors of the CIFC. You will be able to meet these friendly folks at the Canadian Ice Fishing Championship, as not only are they donating products to give away at the CIFC, but volunteering at the tournament.

'South Paw Trading Post is pleased to offer our continuing support of the Canadian Ice Fishing Championship,' shared Karen who runs the Treasure trove of Canadiana on Hwy# 48, just north of High Street in Sutton, adding "Doug and I are looking forward to volunteering at this year's Canadian Ice Fishing Championship both on and off the ice."

South Paw Trading Post is a treasure house of Canadiana including Canadian Made Moccasins, Native Crafts, Lodge and Cottage Decor, Canadian Maple Products, Rustic Log Furniture and a large selection of Canadian Wildlife based gifts. Find out more about South Paw Trading Post at LuresAndTours.

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Wil Wegman Hosts Lake Simcoe Ice Fishing Seminar

Fishing Lake Simcoe? Try Wegman Tips!

Ice Fishing Lake Simcoe? Lake Simcoe presents unique conditions, expert tips could really increase your fishing success. Wil Wegman, pro-angler, brings his expertise to  Lake Simcoe Tuesday,February 7th, 2013.

Wil Wegman Popular Georgina Ice Fishing Seminar Returns!

Lake Simcoe: Former Focus on Fishing newspaper columnist for the Georgina Advocate and award winning outdoor writer Wil Wegman will host his 2013 ice fishing seminar in the Town of Georgina, Thursday February 7^th 2013 from 7pm to 9pm hardwateranglers will gather at the legendary Briars Resort, 55 Hedge Road, Jackson's Point to learn Lake Simcoe ice fishing tips and tricks and win great door prizes. Wil Wegman, and co-presenter Gerry Heels, Lowrance Electronics invite everyone attending this FREE event to bring non-perishable food items for the local Georgina Food Bank.

Ice Fishing Seminar Presenter Wegman - Rich Ice Fishing Background

Ice Fishing Seminar Presenter, Wil Wegman, won the 2006 Perch Trap Attack on Simcoe, was a member of Team Canada at the World Ice Fishing Championships in 1991, and has had several top ten finishes in the Canadian Ice Fishing Championships. He won the Perchin for MS event with his son Izaak in 2011 and placed 3rd in 2012 when 200 teams competed. Wil has taught ice fishing courses at Seneca College for 20 years, and presents his popular ice fishing seminars from Sudbury to Toronto and from St Catharines to Ottawa. Ice fishing articles by Wil Wegman have been published in Ontario Out of Doors, Outdoor Canada, Real Fishing, In Fisherman, Lake Simcoe Living, Just Fishing,and Lures and Tours.
Wegman is excited about returning to Georgina.

'Last time we were here in 2011, every seat in the house was filled and we had standing room only.' shared Wil Wegman,adding,'The crowd in Georgina is great – and many are well seasoned veterans just looking for a tip or two to help them ice more fish."'         

Ice Fishing : Wil Wegman Lake Simcoe Finesse Tactics

Wegman''s power point presentation will focus on finesse ice fishing tactics with particular emphasis on how to catch more whitefish, lake trout, yellow perch and northern pike, from Lake Simcoe during the winter. "

'Lake Simcoe is a huge body of water and receives more fishing pressure than any other inland lake in the province.'explained Wegman adding,' With all that hard water and all those other ice anglers, it can be a daunting lake to try and figure out. I hope ice anglers walk away from the evening having learned a thing or two to help them understand the lake and its fish a little more.'   

With that knowledge, and the tips and tricks Wegman will reveal on how to catch those fish, … ice anglers of all skill levels are sure to find the evening both entertaining and rewarding.

Ice Fishing Electronics Tactics - Gerry Heels Lowrance 

'I'm especially happy Lowrance Electronics and Navionics rep Gerry Heels will accompany me and offer anglers some incredible insight into the sonar units used for ice fishing.'shared Wegman,adding,'He will also provide great tips on how to maximize the performance of these units while using the latest Navionics map chips during the winter".'

An incredible array of draw prizes will be awarded. Admission is free ... however everyone is asked to bring an assortment of non-perishable food items for the local Georgina Food Bank

Visit the Wil Wegman ProStaff LuresAndTours Page to learn more about this Lake Simcoe Ice Fishing Ambassador

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FourSquare Giveaway Win NorMark 'Ice Claws'!

Ontario Foursquare Fans - Win Rapala Ice Picks!

Checkin on Foursquare with a picture of yourself with the 2013 Canadian Ice Fishing Championship poster and Tweet

"#Giveaway Entering to #Win #CIFC2013 #IceFishing Prize via @LuresAndTours You can too!" 

You could win a great set of NorMark Ice Claws!

Across Ontario, businesses are being encouraged to support the 19th Canadian Ice Fishing Championship by downloading and posting the 2013 CIFC poster. Ontario businesses displaying the poster could win a $500 Lures and Tours Ad package.

Ice Fishing -Safety Equipment -NorMark Ice Claws

NorMark Ice Claws -
Important Safety Equipment

Ice Picks  are strongly advised for anyone venturing onto ice. Normark Canada 'Ice Claws' safety picks are carried on the ends of a long lanyard which is passed through the sleeves of an outer garment so they are immediately at hand in the event of breaking through ice into the water. Normark’s 'Ice Claws' are made with durable plastic handles and hardened steel spikes that grab into the ice.

Fine Print:
Each FourSquare checkin = 1 entry for the business displaying the poster,and the person checking in. Open to All Adults & Ontario Businesses. FREE Shipping to Canadian addresses.Winners outside Canada will need to pay shipping. Family-friendly pictures only please.
Questions? email SocialMedia@LuresAndTours.com

Register Now by posting a comment below to let us know that you will be posting the poster or checking in on foursquare, or if you would like a Poster to download for your Ontario Business.

Angler Profile - Roy Bednar

First Registered Competitor -Roy Bednar - Magna Sportfishing

2013 Canadian Ice Fishing Championship, first registered competitor, Roy
Bednar competes in the Canadian Ice Fishing Championship for the 17th time this coming year, so he really knows the ropes. Canadian Ice Fishing Championship veteran Roy Bednar, may have the oldest angler as his team-mate - Joe Montgomery. Joe just celebrated his 90th birthday!

Ice Fishing -
Angler 1 A
Roy Bednar

Roy first learned of the Canadian Ice Fishing Championship years ago through the former Ontario Fisherman's Magazine, and has been enjoying the
competition ever since. Roy, Angler A in Team One, is pleased with the direction of the CIFC since Lures & Tours took the reins in 2011.

'Since Lures and Tours has taken over this competition, I and others have seen HUGE Improvements and Professionalism,' shared Roy adding, 'I`ll be at various tackle shops January and early February promoting the CIFC"

Roy has supported the Canadian Ice Fishing Championship for many years, and is pleased to continue his support again this year. Roy has generously offered to share information about the CIFC on his early 2013 tour. Roy also donated three Gift Certificates to the 2013 Canadian Ice Fishing Championship.

'I just would also like to help promote this Tournament in a small way with this donation of three $25 Canadian Tire Gift Certificates.' shared Roy.

Watch for updates about where you can meet Roy in person, and get tips from this experienced angler on fishing the Canadian Ice Fishing Championship.
Roy, CEO Magna Sportfishing, operates out of Port Credit fishing Lake Ontario for Salmon and Trout, and also mobile, fishing Lake Erie, Lake Simcoe and Bay of Quinte.

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