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Observer file photo/Jeannette Hughes
CELEBRATING A BIRTHDAY WITH SOME ICE FISHING -- Then 13-year-old Nathaniel, left, and Brody -- who celebrated his ninth birthday on Feb. 18, 2018 -- Lovejoy from Williamsburg each had two successful days of fishing during the 2018 Schoodic Lake Ice Fishing Derby. The two caught five pickerel each on both days for a total of 10 fish apiece and 20 together for the brothers. Nathaniel and Brody Lovejoy were fishing at Ebeemee Lake and registered their fish at the Milo Fire Station. The derby takes place on several lakes and proceeds benefit Milo Fire Department charities and events. This 60th annual derby will be Saturday, Feb. 19 and Sunday, Feb. 20 and more information is at trcmaine.org/fishingderby. In 2018 770 total fish were registered between the two days.
Observer file photo/Jeannette Hughes
CELEBRATING A BIRTHDAY WITH SOME ICE FISHING -- Then 13-year-old Nathaniel, left, and Brody -- who celebrated his ninth birthday on Feb. 18, 2018 -- Lovejoy from Williamsburg each had two successful days of fishing during the 2018 Schoodic Lake Ice Fishing Derby. The two caught five pickerel each on both days for a total of 10 fish apiece and 20 together for the brothers. Nathaniel and Brody Lovejoy were fishing at Ebeemee Lake and registered their fish at the Milo Fire Station. The derby takes place on several lakes and proceeds benefit Milo Fire Department charities and events. This 60th annual derby will be Saturday, Feb. 19 and Sunday, Feb. 20 and more information is at trcmaine.org/fishingderby. In 2018 770 total fish were registered between the two days.
Feb. 19-20 is Free Fishing Weekend
Contributed •February 17, 2022
Free Fishing Weekend is a great time to get outside and enjoy one of Maine’s signature winter traditions, ice fishing! If you haven’t been ice fishing in years, this is a perfect opportunity to get back out there remember the thrill of the word “Flag!” If you’ve never been, don’t hesitate to ask a friend, coworker, or family member to tag along … Anglers enjoy sharing their passion with others.
During Free Fishing Weekend, Feb.
Free Fishing Weekend is a great time to get outside and enjoy one of Maine’s signature winter traditions, ice fishing! If you haven’t been ice fishing in years, this is a perfect opportunity to get back out there remember the thrill of the word “Flag!” If you’ve never been, don’t hesitate to ask a friend, coworker, or family member to tag along … Anglers enjoy sharing their passion with others.
During Free Fishing Weekend, Feb. 19-20, any person (except those whose license has been suspended or revoked) may fish without a license. All other laws and regulations apply on these days.
With the snow cover and warmer temperatures, the ice may be slushy! Learn more about ice safety on our website. To beat the slush, remember these tips:
- Wear tall, waterproof insulated boots to keep your feet dry.
- Pack a pair of snowshoes to help you stay on top of the snow.
- Especially for kiddos, pack extra gloves and a hat in case they get wet. Rain pants over the warmer base layers will help keep them dry.
Wondering where to go? Check out the February Fishing Report or view the Beginner’s Guide to Ice Fishing in Maine.
For more, go to https://www.maine.gov/ifw/fishing-boating/fishing/fishing-resources/ice-fishing-guide.html.
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