Maine Ice Fishing Derbies 2016

Deven Pendexter’s opening day “FLAG!” on Lower Range Pond last year that yielded a brook trout.

Mark your calendar for Maine’s upcoming ice fishing derbies!

December 1, 2015 to March 31, 2016
Sponsor: Wes Ashe
Contact: Wes Ashe
60 Fern Street, Apt. 2, Bangor 207-522-0834
email: icefishderby@gmail.com
Bodies of Water(s)/Town: All legal waters statewide
Weigh-In: All fish entries must be submitted online.
Total Cash Prize Amount: Half of entry fees.

January 16, 2016
Sponsor: Weld Bicentennial Committee
Contact: Sean Minear
PO Box 87, Weld 207-585-2348
Bodies of Water(s)/Town: Webb (Weld) Lake, Weld
Weigh-In: Head of the lake area
Total Cash Prize Amount: $60 +/-

January 16 & 17, 2016
Sponsor: Border Riders Sportsman Club
Contact: Raymond Levesque
464 Main Street, Jackman 207-668-3411
Bodies of Water(s)/Town: Big Wood Pond, Jackman
Weigh-In: Bishop’s Store, Jackman
Total Cash Prize Amount: $1,000 +/-

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Maine winter activities & events for January 2016

Looking for some fun and adventure this winter in Maine?  January brings tons of ways for people of all ages to “go outside and play!”   Ice fishing derbies, winterfests, snowfests, fireworks, parades, ice skating, sledding, skiing, snowmobiling, dog sledding and more!  Check out the list below for starters, then visit our online calendar for the complete list!

Starting New Year’s Day 2016:

Portland Press Herald 2012JANUARY 1st:  Ring in the New Year in a refrehsing Atlantic Ocean kind of way with a Penguin Plunge in Boothbay or a Lobster Dip in Old Orchard Beach.  After that head to one of the four state parks for a Maine State Parks First Day Hike!

JANUARY 4th – 8th:  Sunday River hosts College Week,  jam packed with parties and events galore.  Red Bull Frozen Rush returns, and enjoy four holiday-themed days including Fourth of July, Cinco de Mayo, Saint Paddy’s Day, and Halloween.  Each day features different entertainment and events.  The entertainment isn’t just limited to college students, but if you are one, you will definitely get better deals!

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Snow tubing parks in Maine

snowtubeHere is a list of great snow tubing parks across the state of Maine.  Many of the snow tubing parks listed are opening up Christmas week, so grab your friends and snowpants and go outside and play!

go-tubingGo Tubing Inc.

Opening date TBD

60 Alder Park Road, South China
207-445-4450

Opening date TBD
Lanes:  4       Tow line:  yes       Groups welcome:  yes
Lodge/warming hut:  yes       Snowmaking:  yes       Parties/events:  yes
Height Restriction:  no       Session Length:  2.5hrs       Cost:  $18
Snack Bar:  yes
Hours:  Thurs & Fri 3pm, 6pm; Sat 9am, 12pm, 3pm, 6pm; Sun 9am, 12pm, 3pm
Additional information:  skating rink (bring your own skates), food truck

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Maine Ski Resorts: Hit the Slopes!

Maine’s ski slopes are a hub for challenging adventure,  family fun and lively entertainment throughout the winter months.  From fireworks and sporting events to  festivals, Maine’s slopes offer something for everyone.  Check out the list of ski resorts and slopes below for information about what each mountain have to offer.  Mountains are listed from largest vertical drop to smallest vertical drop.  A Google Map of Maine is at the end of this post for a visual view of the locations of each ski area.  Visit our online event calendar for upcoming events taking place at the slopes and warm up your winter days!

Maine’s World Class Ski Resorts

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5092 Access Road
Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947
(207) 237-2000

Website    Snow Report    Trail Map    Events

MOUNTAIN INFORMATION:

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Lifts:  2 High Speed Quads, 3 Quads, 1 Triple, 6 Doubles, 1 T-Bar, 2 Surface Lifts
Terrain Park:  3
Glades:  Yes
Night Skiing:  No
Snow Making:  95%
Snow Tubing:  Yes
Vertical Drop:  2820′

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