It's time again for The Fowler Center's 17th Annual Ice Fishing Tournament, hosted by Rob and Susie Trott of Great Lakes Outdoors. Come for your chance to catch the $7,000 grand prize pike! 2 Sessions available: 7:30am-11:30am & 1:30pm-5:30pm Entry per Session: 17 & over- $20, under 17- $5 Concessions available All Day - Door Prizes All Day 50/50 Raffle at each Session - Cash Prizes each Session Proceeds benefit programs of The Fowler Center for Outdoor Learning; Providing outdoor recreation to people with special needs since 1957! The Fowler Center is located at 2315 Harmon Lake Road; Mayville, MI 48744

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources' Fisheries Division aims to engage as many individuals as possible in our state's plentiful recreation opportunities, and strives to create special opportunities to do so - including our annual Free Fishing Weekends. Conducted each winter and summer, these events allow anyone to enjoy Michigan's premier fishing for FREE! As part of these weekends, all fishing license fees are waived for two days with residents and out-of-state visitors allowed to enjoy fishing on both inland and Great Lakes' waters for all species of fish during their respective open seasons. Please note all regulations will still apply during that time. The 2012 Winter Free Fishing Weekend will be held Saturday, February 18 and Sunday, February 19. To encourage involvement in Free Fishing Weekends, organized activities are often offered in communities across the state. These activities are coordinated by constituent groups, schools, parks (local/state), businesses and others. Events will occur throughout the state of Michigan. Additional information, including a list of official winter events, can be found at www.michigan.gov/freefishing.

In-water boat show featuring boats in-water and on-land from 10 to 60 feet in length for sale at great end-of-season prices. Also featuring many other outdoor recreation exhibits and products like ATVs, Paddleboards, Canoes, Kayaks, Electric Bikes, 4 Wheelers and more. Product demonstrations, interactive exhibits, special attractions and features, make these event a must see for everyone. Special attractions to be announced at www.boatingandoutdoorfest.com. Hours Thursday, Friday: 12noon – 8 p.m.; Saturday: 11a.m. – 8 p.m.; Sunday: 11a.m. – 6p.m. Admissions: Adults $9, children 12 and under are free with an adult. Visit boatingandoutdoorfest.com for more information and