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Ice Fishing Contest Minnesota, Get tickets Today! Do you love to ice fish or participate in a chance to win some prizes? Get in line to be in this years bucket ice fishing contest! GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY! 2026 ice fishing tickets Purchase admission tickets for the 2026 Ice Fishing Contest More Details BRING YOUR OWN BAIT *SEE RULES

View the raffle prize list today! More to come in the Forest lake Ice Fishing Classic! 2025 raffle prize list Prizes added leading up to the event *Please Read Full Rules Prior to Entering* Before Purchasing a Raffle Ticket: Raffle ticket sales are conducted in-person only, and purchasers must be 18 years of age or older. Raffle ticket locations or sellers are operated on a voluntary basis, and availability of tickets cannot be guaranteed. Tickets will also be available for purchase on the day of the event. Each raffle ticket is uniquely numbered, with the ticket number printed on the ticket. All raffle activities comply with the rules and regulations set forth by the Minnesota Gambling Control Board. All sales are final; no refunds or exchanges will be issued. You do not need to be present during the raffle drawing, however we encourage everyone to also attend our fishing contest. Prize Rules: Prizes are non-transferable unless forfeited at the time of the drawing, in which case a re-draw for the prize will occur. Prizes cannot be exchanged for cash. Winners are responsible for any applicable taxes or fees associated with prize acceptance. The event organizer reserves the right to substitute prizes of equal or greater value if necessary. Winners not in attendance will be notified using the contact information provided on the ticket at the time of purchase. Winners have 30 days to claim their prizes and settle any applicable fees or taxes. Failure to do so will result in prize forfeiture. Prize Claim Instructions: Prize recipients may be required to complete IRS documentation prior to prize distribution. Taxes and fees associated with significant prizes, such as those involving titles or state tax obligations, must be settled. Prizes must be claimed within 30 days of the contest; unclaimed prizes after this period will be forfeited. Raffle Drawing Disclaimer: Raffle contestants must be 18 years or older. Tickets must be purchased in-person at participating locations or during the event. Raffle tickets and the raffle itself are separate from the ice fishing contest and require separate participation. *Some prizes in list below will be bundled with other prizes to make a bigger and better prize package. *2025 grand prize* 2nd prize 2025 Winners: 2025 Ice Castle Fish House 6.5 x 12V Special - Mike Niedzielski Yamaha Cross Core RC Medium E-Bike - Sam Danielson $1,000 Cash - Holiday Station Stores - Lisa Cecere New Custom Rod - 31" Walleye by Kichler Custom Rods - Joe Nelson Stay N Play Package - Running Aces Hotel & Casino - H- Phan Kuma Heated Lazy Bear Chair - Northern Wholesale - Robert & Mary Crea Kuma Heated Lazy Bear Chair - Northern Wholesale - Jackson Hundt Icelander 8" Ice Fishing Net - Icelander Nets - Lyle Elledge Machined Socket & Bit Storage Set - Westling USA - Carole Schmidt (2) Black SVEN Sleeves w/ covers - SVEN's Sleeve - Candy Young (2) Black SVEN Sleeves w/ covers - SVEN's Sleeve - Jesse Turnvall Signed Hockey Stick - MN Wild - Brad Gustafson Flippin Lid Cover - Flippin Lids - Nick Holicky Flippin Lid Cover - Flippin Lids - Helen Anway Flippin Lid Cover - Flippin Lids - Mike Swanson Flag Reel - Ultimate Rattle Reel - Steve Reither Flag Reel - Ultimate Rattle Reel - Mark Mcmahon Pink Camo Reel - Ultimate Rattle Reel - Lori Waever Pink Camo Reel - Ultimate Rattle Reel - Megan Higginbotham Get Away Ice Castle Rental Package - Hitch-N - Fish Rentals - Daniel Adamek $300 Service - Voucher, Fleet Alignment Services - Katie Schlipp Custom Cornhole Boards Voucher - Custom Cornhole Creations - Jerry Hoppe 19AH Lithium Battery - Amp'd Outdoors - Mike Hess 19AH Lithium Battery - Amp'd Outdoors - Brad Gustafson 30AH Lithium Battery w/ Charger - Amp'd Outdoors - James Sanders Deep Freeze Ice Skimmer w/Blue Tipz Transmitter - Deep Freeze $25 Dominos Gift Card - Jeremy Young LED Porch Light Bar - Castle Winch - Domino's Pizza Gift - Jim Lutz LED Porch Light Bar - Castle Winch - Domino's Pizza Gift - Andy Brodt LED Porch Light Bar - Castle Winch - Domino's Pizza Gift - James Skeie LED Porch Light Bar - Castle Winch - Domino's Pizza Gift - Tim Skaff LED Porch Light Bar - Castle Winch - Domino's Pizza Gift - Travis Jensen Group Party Package for Private Gun Range - Best Defense - Ashley Blake 12 Month Membership - Best Defense Armory - Brooke Lund Signed Baseball - Minnesota Twins - Amanda Cropsey Silencer w/ Tax Credit - Silencer Central - Must be 21 or older to redeem - Over a $500 value - John Schubich Silencer w/ Tax Credit - Silencer Central - Must be 21 or older to redeem - Over a $500 value - Gary Carlson Silencer w/ Tax Credit - Silencer Central - Must be 21 or older to redeem - Over a $500 value - Kevin Roggemu Game Night Package - $100 Gift Certificate - Punch-Out Gaming, $25 Wise-Guys Pizza - Raymond Hanson Chrome Tanklosure w/Toolbox - B&B Manufacturing - Mark Bachman Women's Polaris Jacket - size Small- Stacy Hardware - Sue Graybill For Pet's Sake Package -Pet Gift Basket - Chuck & Don's Pet Store, Otter Hat, Kwik Trip, & Catch Cover Rod Holder - Mike Smith Adventure Package - Movie passes, Zoo Passes, Tubing Passes, Bowling Passes, $50 Wise-Guys Pizza, $50 Costco, Kwik Trip, Oil Change at Jiffy Lube in Forest Lake - Scott Sample Boxing Gloves, Bag & Membership - Farrell's Extreme Bodyshaping - Otter Hat - Melinda Peterson Ice Suit by Striker Ice - Melinda Svoboda Drill Bit Set by Viking Drill & Tool - Tony Charles Drill Bit Set by Viking Drill & Tool - John Schubich Drill Bit Set by Viking Drill & Tool - Tony Moehlstedt Drill Bit Set by Viking Drill & Tool - Tor Westegaard $200 Service Voucher -Schmos - St.Croix Rods Voucher - Ron Jacobson $200 Service Voucher - Schmos - St.Croix Rods Voucher - Donna Fosholm Live Bait Container - Bait Caddy - Cory Hutton Live Bait Container - Bait Caddy - Karl Keller Live Bait Container - Bait Caddy - Heidi Wiberg Auto Care Pack - O'Reilly's Wash Bucket - American Imports -Becky Hanegmon Auto Care Pack - NAPA Wash Bucket - American Imports Oil - Melissa Lamm Auto Care Pack - NAPA Wash Bucket - American Imports Oil - Jake Winter Stove top Griddle set w/accessories - Outfitter's Edge - Melissa Averbeck Stove top Griddle set w/accessories - Outfitter's Edge - Bill Dooley Can Koozie Holder - Outfitter's Edge - Kwik Trip Car Wash Card - Allen Kichler Can Koozie Holder - Outfitter's Edge - Kwik Trip Car Wash Card - Gary Franke Steel Pizza Stone - Outfitter's Edge - Sudz Car wash Stillwater - Kevin Drasko Small Folding Shelf - Outfitter's Edge - Sudz Car wash - Sandi Erickson Small Folding Shelf - Outfitter's Edge - Sudz Car wash Stillwater -Chelsey Dabill Small Folding Shelf - Outfitter's Edge - Sudz Car wash Stillwater - Seth Pacyga Small Folding Shelf - Outfitter's Edge - Sudz Car wash - Drew Alexander Large Folding Shelf - Outfitter's Edge - Sudz Car wash - Jason Pulczinski Large Folding Shelf - Outfitter's Edge -Sudz Car wash Stillwater - Julian Hoppe Bucket Cutting Board - Outfitter's Edge - Sudz Car wash - Ryan Anderson Walleye Cutting Board - Outfitter's Edge - Sudz Car wash - Brian Finke Walleye Cutting Board - Outfitter's Edge - Sudz Car wash - Tony Charles Medium Fish Sled, 3 in 1 Fish Folding Fish Scoop, Hat - Jim Linn Awning arm pad kit with bag - "Get It Awn" - Nathan Yechout Flag Pole - On the Go Flag Pole - Jason Maynard Full Interior Detail - SUDZ Car Wash of Stillwater - Eddie Cokley Full Interior Detail - SUDZ Car Wash of Stillwater - Seth Pacyga Katz LP Kaddy - $25 Wise-Guy's Pizza Gift Card - Burkhardt Katz LP Kaddy - $25 Dominos Pizza Gift Card - Carvel Kuehn MN Vikings Signed Mini Helmet - Erik Iverson Gift Basket from Little Ritter Designs - Tony Ammann 19Qt Engel Bait Cooler - Randy Wills 30Qt Engel Bait Cooler - Rachel Winter Portable Buddy Heater w/ #1 LP Bottle - Tinh Nguyen Big Buddy Heater w/ 12ft LP Hose - Neil Walstad Ice Armour Float Ascend Parka 4XL - Bert Roers Ice Armour Rise Women's Bibs XL - Jake Lehn Norfin Float Suit 3XL - Rich Supalo Norfin Float Suit 4XL - Mary Kostohryz Eskimo Chisel / Spud Bar - Jeff Ottosen (2) Under-Cover Guides & Predator Tip-up - John Flikke (2) Under-Cover Guides & Predator Tip-up - Dave Miller Strike Master 8" Auger Drill Bit - Tanya Otten Vexilar FLX12 w/ Mag Shield & Glo-Ring - Kari Droubie Arctic Anchor - Tom Anderson Sure Catch Net & Predator Tip-up - Cindy Kisch Sure Catch Net & Predator Tip-up - Dan Dumonceaux All Ice Fishing - Colin Peterson

Looking to become a sponsor in this years bucket ice fishing contest? Get in touch with us today! BECOME A Contributors TODAY! Raffle items’ retail value counts toward your sponsorship value. If you are donating items into the raffle, please do not purchase a plan online unless instructed. Partner With Us! Find one that works for you Vendor Spot / Concession $ 50 50$ $50 Monetary Donation OR Food Truck / Concession Fee Select Vendor Spot at Event (10x10) Does not include logos, website presence etc. 1. Minnow Level $ 150 150$ Monetary donation of $150.00 Only Select Small Logo on all website and social media 2. Perch Level $ 500 500$ Donation of $500.00 (Cash or Prize Value) Select Small Logo on all Banners, Flyers, Website and social media Vendor Spot at the event (10x10) 3. Bluegill Level $ 1,000 1,000$ Cash or Prize donation of $1,000 (Cash or Prize Value) Select Small Logo on all Banners, Flyers, Website and social media Vendor Spot at the event (10x20) Fishing Contest Registration (4 Tickets) Live announcement during the event 4. Bass Level $ 2,500 2,500$ Cash or Prize donation of $2,500 (Cash or Prize Value) Select Medium logo on all Banners, Flyers, Website and social media Live announcement during the event Vendor Spot at the event (10x20) Fishing contest registration (6 Tickets) 5. Northern Level $ 5,000 5,000$ Cash or Prize donation of $5,000 (Cash or Prize Value) Select Large Logo on all Banners, Flyers, Website and social media Radio broadcast shoutouts during our campaigns Live announcements during the event Fishing Contest Registration (8 Tickets) Vendor Spot at the event (10x30) 6. Walleye Level $ 5,001 5,001$ Large "Grand Prize" Donation (+$5,000 Cash or Prize Value) Select *Must be eligible to Donate a 'Grand' Prize Radio broadcast shoutouts during our campaigns Large Logo on all Banners, Flyers, Website and social media Live on-site radio and or TV mentioning your business Live announcements during the event Fishing Contest Registration (8 Tickets) Vendor Spot at the event (10x40)

View the raffle prize list today! More to come in the Forest lake Ice Fishing Classic! 2026 raffle prize list 2026 raffle prize list Presented BY: Ice Castle Fish Houses Aluma-Lite Ice House Primier Banks Maplewood PepsiCo Forest Lake Auto Truck & Trailer Sales Invisible Wounds Project Holiday Station Store Fish Armor Best Defense Armory & Range Wings North Running Aces Striker Brands Airz Heating + Cooling Plugz Electric Hitch N Fish Minnesota Wild Lana Denzie Designs B&B Manufacturing 4 Most Fabrication LLC D-Lighted Designs Dominos Kwik Trip Northern Wholesale Supply Sven Sleeve Outfitters Edge Mother Truckin' Wash Minnesota Orchestra Forest Lake Wrestling Team Fleet Alignment Service Caseys Treasure Island St. Croix Rods MN State Fair Boss Toss Stewie's Science Museum of Minnesota Minnesota Zoo Amped Outdoors Forest Lake Fishing Team Sudz Car Wash Minnesota Twins Stella's On 97 Icelandernets FishUSA Kichler Custom Rods Carwash Technologies Northern Lights Rattle Reels SnowTow Catch Cover Scheels Schmos Services Chuck & Dons American Imports Viking Drill & Tool Great Wolf Lodge | Minnesota Fred JRs Castle Winch LLC Pryes Brewing WINNERS POSTED THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO CAME OUT THIS YEAR! 2026 raffle prize list THESE TOP THREE PRIZES - NEED NOT BE PRESENT 2026 ICE CASTLE FISH HOUSE VALUED OVER $20,000 STEVE RITTER ALUMA-LIGHT SKID HOUSE VALUED OVER $6,000 TONY SMITH 4-PERSON BIRD HUNT VALUED OVER $800 PAT OSIECKI

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Minnesota Ice Fishing Contests await! Join Forest Lake Ice Classic in Forest Lake, MN for fun, prizes, and tradition! SAVE THE DATE! Feb. 7th, 2026 FOREST LAKE ICE CLASSIC FEB. 7TH | 12PM - 3PM THANK YOU FOR AN AMAZING EVENT THIS YEAR! Winners posted here Go Down COME HAVE FUN WHILE SUPPORTING VETERANS, HIGH SCHOOLS AND MORE! COME HAVE FUN WHILE SUPPORTING VETERANS, HIGH SCHOOLS AND MORE! ICE FISHING CONTEST CASH PRIZE *See Details LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE FOOD, REFRESHMENTS & FUN ON THE ICE JOIN RAFFLE FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN A Get Involved We’re excited to announce that the 2026 Bucket Ice Fishing Contest is back - happening February 7th, 2026, right here in Minnesota! Get ready for a full day of fun on the ice with friends, family, and fellow anglers. Whether you’re competing for the biggest catch, enjoying the food trucks and music, or just soaking up the winter atmosphere, there’s something for everyone. By joining our event your helping support local highschools, veterans and charities alike! What to Expect Hundreds of holes drilled, CASH prizes for top catches, join in on the raffles, warm drinks, and plenty of laughs — all set against the beautiful frozen backdrop of our local lake. It’s more than just a contest; it’s a Minnesota winter tradition! GetTING Involved Want to take part? You can register to fish, volunteer, or simply join us for the fun as a spectator cheering everyone on. Bundle up, grab your bucket, and mark your calendars - the 2026 Bucket Ice Fishing Contest is one event you won’t want to miss! Upcoming Annual 2026 Bucket Ice Fishing Contest No events at the moment PRIZES GETTING HERE 2026 RULES FAQ 2026 TICKETS Contributors Ice Castle Fish Houses Ice Castle Fish Houses Aluma-Lite Ice House Aluma-Lite Ice House Primier Banks Maplewood Primier Banks Maplewood PepsiCo PepsiCo Forest Lake Auto Truck & Trailer Sales Forest Lake Auto Truck & Trailer Sales Invisible Wounds Project Invisible Wounds Project Holiday Station Store Holiday Station Store Fish Armor Fish Armor Best Defense Armory & Range Best Defense Armory & Range Wings North Wings North Running Aces Running Aces Striker Brands Striker Brands Airz Heating + Cooling Airz Heating + Cooling Plugz Electric Plugz Electric Hitch N Fish Hitch N Fish Minnesota Wild Minnesota Wild Lana Denzie Designs Lana Denzie Designs B&B Manufacturing B&B Manufacturing 4 Most Fabrication LLC 4 Most Fabrication LLC D-Lighted Designs D-Lighted Designs Dominos Dominos Kwik Trip Kwik Trip Northern Wholesale Supply Northern Wholesale Supply Sven Sleeve Sven Sleeve Outfitters Edge Outfitters Edge Mother Truckin' Wash Mother Truckin' Wash Minnesota Orchestra Minnesota Orchestra Forest Lake Wrestling Team Forest Lake Wrestling Team Fleet Alignment Service Fleet Alignment Service Caseys Caseys Treasure Island Treasure Island St. Croix Rods St. Croix Rods MN State Fair MN State Fair Boss Toss Boss Toss Stewie's Stewie's Science Museum of Minnesota Science Museum of Minnesota Minnesota Zoo Minnesota Zoo Amped Outdoors Amped Outdoors Forest Lake Fishing Team Forest Lake Fishing Team Sudz Car Wash Sudz Car Wash Minnesota Twins Minnesota Twins Stella's On 97 Stella's On 97 Icelandernets Icelandernets FishUSA FishUSA Kichler Custom Rods Kichler Custom Rods Carwash Technologies Carwash Technologies Northern Lights Rattle Reels Northern Lights Rattle Reels SnowTow SnowTow Catch Cover Catch Cover Scheels Scheels Schmos Services Schmos Services Chuck & Dons Chuck & Dons American Imports American Imports Viking Drill & Tool Viking Drill & Tool Great Wolf Lodge | Minnesota Great Wolf Lodge | Minnesota Fred JRs Fred JRs Castle Winch LLC Castle Winch LLC Pryes Brewing Pryes Brewing

Looking to come this year? Get information on how to get here and information on how to take the shuddle from Running Aces Hotel and Casino. GETTING HERE Getting to the Forest Lake Ice Classic Meeting Point (Shuttle Pickup): Running Aces Hotel & Casino 15201 Running Aces Blvd, Columbus, MN 55025 All participants should plan to drive to Running Aces Casino (15201 Running Aces Blvd, Columbus, MN 55025). Free parking is available at Running Aces. Complimentary shuttle service will transport you directly to the contest grounds at Forest Lake Public Boat Ramp. Please note: there is no parking directly on the ice. We strongly encourage everyone to utilize the free shuttle service. Handicap/Accessibility Notice: If you require handicap-accessible parking or transportation, please drive directly to the Contest Grounds (listed below). Parking is limited to what the park provides, and we cannot guarantee additional spaces. These public spaces are meant for public and local business to use and we are encouraged by the city to not to utilize or promote these spaces for our event. Fish House Guidelines If you are staying in a fish house and plan to walk over to the contest the day of, you must remain at least 500 feet away from all contest grounds (approximately 1-½ football fields). Individuals within contest boundaries will be instructed to move. This requirement is enforced by the DNR, Police, and the City of Forest Lake . Contest Location (Drop-off): Forest Lake Public Boat Ramp #1 1 Forest Lake, Forest Lake, MN 55025 This is where the Forest Lake Ice Classic will be held. Shuttles will drop you off right at the boat ramp for easy access to the ice. Timing Tips: Shuttles begin running the morning of the event. We recommend arriving at Running Aces Casino by 9:00 AM to ensure you’re on the ice before the Kickoff Meeting at 11:45 AM. The contest officially runs from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Getting Here (Printable) From Minneapolis, MN From Hinckley, MN

Help us give back to our community! Forest Lake Ice Classic is a bucket ice fishing contest aimed to support veterans, local highschools and charities! THANK YOU OUR COMMUNITY #Giving Back We are dedicated to supporting our community. Our contributions benefit veterans and local high schools, promoting growth and creating new opportunities. We are grateful to bring the community together through meaningful events that honor our shared history and achievements. These events have yielded impressive results, and we are excited about the future. Our success is attributed to our partners and, most importantly, the amazing individuals who join us. Together, we are making a positive impact and paying tribute to those who have shaped our community. We have proudly donated over $20,000 in cash to veterans and high school fishing teams, as well as more than $38,000 in prizes to the supportive community around us. Help Support! How can you support? Help us spread the word! Our goal is to make our event bigger and better with each passing year, focusing on specific areas for children, more family-friendly options, and even more competitive prizes. We encourage everyone to get involved, whether it's by donating canned goods or non-perishables, or partnering with us to show your support. Thank you to each and every one of you for attending, contributing, and allowing us to continue our mission of helping others year after year! Join the Contest!

Looking to chat about our contest this year? Let us know by getting in touch with the Forest Lake Ice Classic Team! INQUIRY If you're a member of the media or just need to contact us, please submit your request here. A representative will get back to you as soon as possible. First Name Last Name Email Message Phone Email Send +1-651-272-5474 Thanks for submitting! IceContest@Fuhrent.com

Ready to make a difference? Help out at this years ice fishing event - located in Forest Lake, MN! Volunteer today! Volunteer with us First name* Last name* Email* Phone Please describe areas you may be eligble to help with. Submit

Weather updates for this years contest. Ice Fishing Contest Minnesota, review our weather updates here as we get ready for this years contest! WEATHER UPDATES Review weather updates here leading up to the contest FOREST LAKE ICE CLASSIC 02/06/2025 - Please Make Sure you bring your own bait, less than 4inches dead or alive.

Looking to contribute to a meaningful event? The Forest lake Ice Classic is one to remmeber - check out who we support today! DONATE TODAY Thank you for supporting our cause in helping veterans and local high schools. Your donation will make a significant impact on the lives of those we serve. We appreciate generosity and commitment to making a difference in our community. Donate Now Help us make a difference First name Last name Enter the amount you wish to pay: $ Email Donate in the name of Donate Thank you for your donation!