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December 17, 2024<\/span><\/p>\n GRAND COUNTY, Colo. \u2013 Grand County kicks off 2025 with an array of ice fishing competitions boasting snowy scenery and the chance to reel in the \u201cbig one\u201d for even bigger prizes. Participants arrive early to party at local bars and stock up on gear from local outfitters before hitting one of four lakes and reservoirs at daybreak to witness not only some of the best sunrises in Colorado but also the heart-warming culture and camaraderie unique to the ice fishing industry. Join the fun\u2014all ages and skill levels are welcome!<\/span><\/p>\n 36th Annual 3 Lakes Ice Fishing Tournament\u00a0\u2013 January 24-26, 2025<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n Registering online ahead of time is highly recommended as this event often sells out (online registration closes January 22). Registration includes a welcome bag with gifts and coupons. All ages welcome–kids compete for free!\u00a0Registration and details at: https:\/\/www.destinationgranby.com\/events\/3-lakes-ice-fishing-contest<\/span><\/a>. 28th Annual Wolford Mountain Reservoir Ice Fishing Contest \u2013 February 15, 2025<\/b><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n Hosted by the Kremmling Chamber of Commerce and Town of Kremmling, in partnership with Colorado Parks & Wildlife and the Colorado River District, this single-day tournament offers hourly cash prizes for the biggest fish\u2014including $2,500 for the first tagged fish\u2014plus gift cards and raffle prizes for all in attendance. The event draws families from far and wide to the ice-covered Wolford Reservoir outside the Town of Kremmling. Same-day registration is available as this tournament does not have a participant cap. All participants are automatically entered to win a variety of door prizes, including coupons for fuel and lodging. For more lodging and registration information, visit https:\/\/www.kremmlingchamber.com\/<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Tightline Outdoors Ice Addiction Series \u2013 February 22, 2025<\/b><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n Held on Grand Lake, Colorado\u2019s largest natural lake located near the western entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park, this single-day contest boasts unbeatable scenery, small-town charm, and $25,000 in cash and prizes. All ages are welcome to join the fun and try to lure a variety of trout, bass, and walleye from under the ice. A registration fee of $60 includes angler\u2019s choice of pre-drilled holes for convenience. The event is sponsored by the Western Riviera, a lakefront motel overlooking the tournament space. Learn more at https:\/\/tightlineoutdoors.com\/grand-lake-2025-ice-addiction-event<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n About Grand County<\/b><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n Located 67 miles west of Denver, Grand County is home to wide-open spaces, breathtaking mountain scenery, and authentic old-west towns. Outdoor recreational activities include golf, boating, fishing, biking, hiking, fishing, hunting, and horseback riding.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The area features more than 600 miles of mapped and marked trails, one national park, one national forest, two wilderness areas, two national scenic byways, two major ski resorts, five world-class dude ranches and four mountain golf courses. Grand County\u2019s extensive water network includes Colorado\u2019s largest natural lake, one thousand miles of streams, thousands of acres of high-mountain natural lakes, and 11,000 acres of reservoirs.\u00a0 <\/span>Download Grand County\u2019s new mobile app at <\/span><\/p>\n www.visitgrandcounty.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
\nParticipants in the longest-running ice fishing tournament in the West, hosted by Destination Granby and Sun Outdoors, carefully select their desired spots on one of three mountain lakes to drill a hole and drop a line for a chance to reel in a prize-winning catch. Enter for one, two, or all three days of the contest for the opportunity to win more than $26,000 in cash prizes, plus gift cards, trophies, and other prizes. Don\u2019t miss the kickoff party and awards ceremony events at Sun Outdoors in Granby before and after fishing. All proceeds benefit Destination Granby, a nonprofit organization that supports the local community.
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