Join Our 2025 Bucket Ice Fishing Contest!

We are excited to invite you to our annual Bucket Ice Fishing Contest in 2025, a thrilling and fun-filled event that not only will be an enjoyable day on the ice but also supports local high schools, veterans and people in our community. Whether you're an experienced angler with a wealth of fishing knowledge or a beginner eager to learn the ropes, this event is designed to cater to everyone.

With only 1,000 tickets available don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of this exciting event that combines the thrill of fishing with the spirit of giving back to the community. We look forward to seeing you at the Forest Lake Classic in 2025, where together, we can make a difference while enjoying the great outdoors.

Event Details

• Date: February 8th, 2025

• Location: Forest Lake #1, Please use our shuttle bus from Running Aces

• Time: 9:00AM Grounds Open, 12PM Contest Start.

• Contest Rules: Please Read the full rules here.

  
  

Contest Rules

• This is a bucket ice fishing contest, so houses, hubs, portables or electronics are not allowed.

• Bait is available to be purchased on-site, and outside live bait is not permitted.

• Contest Rules: Please Read the full rules here.

• Rule Changes: Event rules may be updated prior to the contest. Official contest rules will be posted at the event.

• Disqualification: Violating event rules may result in disqualification from the contest without a refund.

  
  

Transportation

Shuttles will be available at Running Aces, making it easy for participants to reach the contest location.

Supporting Our Community

Proceeds from the event will go towards supporting local high schools and veterans, helping to fund educational programs and provide much-needed resources for our veterans and individuals and Charitys in our community. Stick around to the end of the contest where we announce this year's donations and winners!

How to Participate

To register for the Ice Fishing Contest, tickets are available for purchase online or in-person. As tickets are limited, we recommend securing your spot today!

• Online Ticket Purchasers: If you purchase your ticket online, please present this ticket (either printed, digital) at check-in to claim your event pass(s).

• In-Person Ticket Purchasers: If you purchase a ticket in person and already possess your event pass, you may proceed directly past check-in and show your event pass to our volunteers.

  
  

Please note, each participant may redeem a maximum of two tickets (i.e., a maximum of two fishing holes per person). We look forward to your participation and to making this event a great success for our community!