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February 17, 2008

WinterFest and DerbyFest Gearing Up for a Good Time!

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Organizers of this year's DerbyFest are gearing up to make the event fun for all. The Derby is taking place on Sebago Lake, and if you want to be a part of it, plan on targeting tougue (Lake Trout) and registering before you fish. The cost of entering is $30 for individuals. Tom Noonan is the primary organizer of the derby.

When I stopped by Jordon Bay yesterday, Toby Pennels was getting ready to set up a drag strip for snowmobiles. Toby also mentioned that promoters of the Polar Dip were getting ready at Point Sebago Resort. I didn't have time to stop in, but there is going to be a number of activities surrounding Point Sebago Resort which is the center for WinterFest activities There will be fun for all ages. admission to the Point Sebago activities are $5.00 for adults

Dave Garcia at Naples Bait & Tackle is ready to gear you up to fish the event. He is located on Rt 35 just of of Rt. 302. When I stopped by on Saturday he had ice augers, fish shanties, poles, gear and more in stock and hopes on have the perfect size suckers to help you catch the prize fish. You can reach Dave at (207) 693-3638. He has good information and gear.

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The Cutting's are also ready to take care of your fishing needs at Jordan's Store. Jordan's Store is located on RT. 114 in the village of Sebago on the western side on the lake. They have rods, gear and nice mounts located around the store. They also have good food.

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I had the Poor Boy, and Jim Delage, my fishing partner, had the meatball sub. I can guarantee you won't leave Jordan's Store feeling hungry. If you are looking for fishing information ask for Greg, he's willing to share information about his fishing adventures. Jordan's Store can be reached at (207) 787-3866.

Here is a summery of what is going on.

Fri Feb 22rd, 12 noon to 3 PM – Kid’s Beginner Derby – FREE!
Thomas Pond , Route 302, Casco. Five hundred beginners , 12 and under, will be given a free ice fishing rig. No charge to participants but donations will be accepted.

Sat Feb. 23rd through Sunday February 24th – Sebago Lake Ice Fishing Derby
Maine’s richest ice fishing derby with tens of thousands of dollars worth of prizes. Togue only tournament with proceeds going to Camp Sunshine and other charities. FMI go to www.icefishingderby.com

Fri 5:30 PM – Lighting ceremony for the ice sculptures. Point Sebago Resort.

Fri 6:30 PM – Ice Racing - Cars and Motorcycles “ Under the Lights” at Point Sebago Resort. Pig Roast, hot food and adult beverages available.

Sat 10 AM – Festival area opens at Point Sebago Resort. Free skating, dog sled rides, , snowboard exhibitions, our famous “Ice Mall” with winter goods from furs to sporting goods, Ice Sculpture miniature golf, Ice Sculpture photo shop, food , food and more food along with beverages of all types. The Sebago Lake Winter Fly-in will include helicopter rides and balloon rides.

Sat 12 noon – at Point Sebago Resort.Maine Children's Cancer Program’s Polar Ice Dip. Over 150 brave souls will jump into the icy waters of Sebago Lake in this successful event that raised over $50,000 in pledges last year.

Sat 7 PM – Dance, Music & Beverages at the “Ice Cube Lounge” at Point Sebago Resort.

Sun 9 AM- Sebago Lake Cross Country Ski Race
Point Sebago Golf course. This race on a groomed course will have one of Maine’s most generous prize purses.

Sun 9 AM – Festival Area Open.*
Sunday All Day- On Sebago Lake, our annual Ice Shack Contests. Judges will view and score shacks for the coveted trophy. Both amateur and professional divisions will be judged.

Sun 7 PM – Derby Awards Ceremony at THE “Ice Cube Lounge”, Point Sebago Resort*.

*Admission Fee: All Events Inside Point Sebago Require a $5 per Adult Admission Fee. Children are $1.

All events subject to change without notice.

Be safe and have fun at this truly Maine event!

Posted by Marc Gilbert at 11:56 AM

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