# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Fishing for Freedom 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 14 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 am – Sat, 14 Feb, 2026 at 03:30 pm
- **Event Description**: “Fishing for Freedom” is an ice fishing derby being held to give back to our community and support our Veterans, with all proceeds going to Veterans Count by Easter Seals NH. 
We ask you to join us for a day full of fun fishing with the opportunity to win 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes for each target species for both the adult and children’s bracket (14 and under). 
Please come out to support the community, and our Veterans by participating in the derby!

Location and Time: (02/14/2026)
-Suncook Lake (Upper & Lower), Barnstead NH
-Sunrise to 3:30pm
*Fish may be weighed in at any point throughout the day, scales close at 3:30, derby winners and the 50/50 winner will be announced at 4:00pm
*Weigh in and event center will be on the Barnstead public beach at the north end of Upper Suncook

*Recommended parking at Narrows Rd and the Barnstead Public Beach (Eastman Ln)  

Entry Tickets:
-Entry tickets will only be sold the morning of the event until 10:00am
-They are being sold at the event center on the Barnstead  public beach and the Narrows Road Boat Launch
-Tickets are $15 each (Adult or Child)
-Veterans fish for free, however must still fill out a ticket in order to keep track of participants 
*One ticket per person*

Target Species: 
-Chain Pickerel
-Yellow Perch
-White Perch
-Black Crappie
*Fish will be measured by weight; tiebreakers, if needed, will be determined by length

Prizes:
-Fishing Gear
-Gift Cards
-Other local business donations
*Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place of each target species for adults and 14 under
*Value of gift cards and gear range from $25+++ 
*Will continue to announce specific prizes as they are donated

50/50 Raffle:
-Raffle tickets will be sold all day
-Drawing at 4:00pm
*Must be present during drawing!

Charity:
-All proceeds will be donated to Veterans Count-eastersealsnh
*donations are welcome!

***Check out this interview on 107.7 The Pulse about our event “Fishing for Freedom”

https://thepulseofnh.podbean.com/e/wyatt-varney-january-29th/ ***

If you have any inquiries or questions feel free to reach out! You can contact me directly on Facebook, by text, phone or email. 
Phone:603-988-7895
Email:25wvarney@pmhschool.com
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/barnstead/fishing-for-freedom/200029380510431
- **Event Categories**: nonprofit, art, fine-arts, charities
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 174

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Barnstead
- **state**: NH
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Suncook Lakes
- **lat**: 43.381666666667
- **long**: -71.275277777778
- **full address**: Suncook Lakes, Barnstead, New Hampshire, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Fishing for Freedom  being held?
  - **A:** Fishing for Freedom  takes place on Sat, 14 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 am to Sat, 14 Feb, 2026 at 03:30 pm at Suncook Lakes, Barnstead, New Hampshire, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Fishing for Freedom ?
  - **A:** Fishing for Freedom  is organized by Fishing for Freedom.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Fishing for Freedom  is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Barnstead, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 170+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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