Happy Days Houseboats Supports Canadian Ice Fishing Championship!

Win Happy Days Houseboats ‘Journey of a Lifetime’

Happy Days Houseboats, Bobcaygeon is pleased to support the Canadian Ice Fishing Championship by donating a ‘Journey of a Lifetime.’
National Geographic has recognized that a houseboat vacation on the Trent Severn Waterway is a Journey of a Lifetime. The Trent Severn Waterway is managed and safeguarded by Parks Canada and offers some of the best recreational boating destinations in North America. From pastoral scenery to rugged outcroppings of the Great Canadian Shield, the Trent Severn Waterway connects Lake Ontario to Georgian Bay through a series of 43 conventional locks and includes the world's two highest hydraulic lift locks. From quiet and secluded islands to robust and welcoming waterway communities, boaters are able to experience a myriad of activities and adventures en route.

Ice Fishing Sponsor - Happy Days Houseboats Prize Details

The winner of this prize will enjoy a 3 day weekend or 4 day midweek during prime fishing seasons in the spring or fall on board an 8 Sleeper model of houseboat. This model will accommodate up to 10 people and provides guests with three private sleeping areas. It is possible to fish all day long, whenever and wherever you want, and with a fully equipped galley, the fishing enthusiast can "cook 'em as you catch 'em". This is an excellent opportunity to share your love of fishing with your family or friends and provides a safe and comfortable environment for a multi-generational getaway. Prize value is $1050.00. The cost of gas, taxes and insurance is not included in the prize value. Boat comes with a full tank of gas and the winner is responsible for topping up the tank when the boat is returned. Visit Happy Days Houseboats Website at
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Military Hunting and Fishing Supports Canadian Ice Fishing Championship!

Military Hunting and Fishing, a website based around Active duty and Veteran military members who enjoy the love of the outdoors, is supporting the Canadian Ice Fishing Championship by posting an article highlighting the CIFC, and promoting the CIFC through its many social media platforms.

"Military Hunting and Fishing pleased to support 19th Annual Canadian Ice Fishing Championship,'shared Gregory Beckman, owner of MilitaryHuntingandFishing.com adding,'With Lures and Tours pulling a rabbit out of their hat last year, and making the CIFC a huge success, you can expect that the 19th Annual CIFC with the weather predictions being colder will be a tremendous event to see. Be sure to give us a shout over on our FB page and share your pics if you are attending the CIFC.'

Gregory Beckman, an active duty member of Military Hunting and Fishing, provides a complete state regulation data base, interactive user experience, and community mindset on their site. They are growing not only in members but information daily, constantly upgrading their site to better meet users' needs. Military Hunting and Fishing looks forward in participating in next year's event! Be sure to check out the Military Hunting and Fishing.com article highlighting the CIFC at http://militaryhuntingandfishing.com/content/cifc-starts-soon and stop by to thank them for their support on their Facebook Page.

Lower Twin Lakes Lodge Proudly Sponsors Canadian Ice Fishing Championship!

Ice Fishing Championship Prize Lower Twin Lakes Lodge Fishing Trip for Two!

Lower Twin Lakes Lodge, Nakina Ontario, invites you to experience the wilderness of beautiful Northwestern Ontario which is one of the best fishing and hunting regions in this province. Lower Twin Lakes Lodge remote drive-to fishing and hunting camp provides unparalleled Trophy Walleye and Northern Pike fishing in breathtaking and unspoiled surroundings. Other fishing opportunities include Perch, Whitefish, Rainbow Trout, and Brook Trout  aka Speckled Trout. Camp comes with fully equipped housekeeping cabins and an adjacent three acre campground. Cabins and camp sites are spaciously laid out along the shores of Lower Twin Lakes. So don't delay, come and experience this truly amazing hunting and fishing paradise yourself.

Ice Fishing Sponsor John Espinola Former Jackson's Point Lake Simcoe Resident

Lower Twin Lakes Lodge host, John Espinola, prior resident of beautiful Jackson's Point Ontario at the shores of Lake Simcoe, has been a participant of the Georgina Fishing Series basically since its origin and continues to be a proud sponsor of the Canadian Ice Fishing Championships which draws anglers from all over this continent. Some of the Championship's participants are even loyal customer of Lower Twin Lakes Lodge!

Ice Fishing Championship Prize Details Lower Twin Lakes Lodge Fishing Trip for Two

One lucky angler in the 2013 Canadian Ice Fishing Championship will win a Lower Twin Lakes Lodge Fishing Trip for Two, that includes a 7 night stay in one of LTLL’s spacious housekeeping cabins, plus boat and motor rental with first tank of gas included. This fishing package is valued at $1,200 and valid until 2014 fishing season subject to cabin availability and not exchangeable for cash.

To claim your prize, please contact John Espinola at john AT lowertwinlakes.com or toll-free at 1.888.336.5855 (LTLL) or visit them at www.lowertwinlakes.com for more information.

Lower Twin Lakes Lodge 2013 Calendar of Events

In addition to  sponsoring  the 2013 Canadian Ice Fishing Championships February 22 – 24, John and Karin are looking forward to the following upcoming events. Please drop by and visit John when you are in the area!

• Feb. 7-11 Tradeshow Participant 2013 Canadian National Sportsmen's Show Toronto ON ,  -- Booth 1116 - www.sportshows.ca
• February 21-24 Tradeshow Participant Novi Michigan Outdoorama Show  -- Booth 5358 - www.showspan.com/OUT/Home.aspx
• June Sponsor of the 2013 Chelmsford Fish And Game Pike Tournament www.mycfga.com
• Sept Sponsoring  2013 Chelmsford Fish And Game -Walleye Tournament www.mycfga.com

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Lake Simcoe Getting Running! Ice Report: Jan.24, 2012

According to Aurora MNR report Lake Simcoe ice fishing is getting up and running! "’There is a lot of new ice out there, things are just starting to get going. By the weekend things should be up and running’ Remember:Herring still have a closed season on Lake Simcoe. DO NOT dump live bait in the lakes! Casey’s Port Bolster Huts are over the Perch Grounds and everyone has been catching fish. Here is the satellite view brought to you by Randy’s Fishuts Port Bolster. Visit Randy’s Fish Huts LuresAndTours Page for more details or click the image below to go to the interactive map.

LAKE SIMCOE ICE FISHING REPORT                                                                                           LOCATION REPORTING cm Inches Change Huts Notes Vehicles Aurora: MNR District Office Ice Report Jan. 24 N/A Lake Simcoe Overview Overall, There is a lot of new ice out there, things are just starting to get going. By the weekend things should be up and running No Barrie Ice Report Jan. 19 N/A N/A No Beaverton  Ice Report Jan. 26 25 cm 11 + 30 100 Friendly Fishing folks catching GOOD PERCH.! Will add 10 more this week.  CRACKS! DO NOT DRIVE ON ICE  Gilford Ice Report No Report Yet N/A N/A N/A N/A Innisfil  Ice Report No Report Yet N/A N/A N/A N/A Jackson's Pt Ice Report Jan. 17 N/A N/A Some Open Water N/A Keswick Ice Report Jan. 17 N/A N/A N/A Not Safe Yet   Pike - N/A  Perch - N/A N/A Orillia  Ice Report Trombly’s Tackle Box Jan. 24 17 -  20cm +17cm 5 Couchiching is looking good. The recent cold snap has really helped.  Fishing has been good this week, folks catching good sized fish. PIKE – GOOD PERCH - GOOD N/A Pefferlaw Ice Report No Report Yet N/A N/A Perch - N/A Pike - N/A N/A Port Bolster  Ice Report Jan. 24 15  - 20 cm 6 -  8 - 17 Casey's Fish Huts Comments - The fishing has been pretty good for the last couple of days, everyone has been catching.  The huts are over the perch grounds right now. PERCH -GOOD NOT YET

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.

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'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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