# Event Details - **Event Name**: Michigan iced over veterans ice fishing tournament - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 10 Jan, 2026 at 05:30 am - **Event Description**: Back for another one! Register early for your chance to win a free hotel stay! All information is available in the ticket link. You must complete the full registration form to be officially registered—clicking “Going” on Facebook does not count. So grab a veteran buddy, and we’ll see you on the ice! Michigan Iced Over: Veterans Ice Fishing Tournament Location: Otsego Lake State Park, 7136 Old US HWY 27 South, Gaylord, MI 49735 Presented by: Michigan Operation Freedom Outdoors Event Schedule Optional Early Registration ? Friday, January 9th ? 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM ? The Iron Pig Smokehouse 4029 Old US Hwy 27th S, Gaylord, MI 49735 Mandatory Registration & Team Meeting ? Saturday, January 10th ? Opens at 5:30 AM ? The Iron Pig Smokehouse Join us for a light breakfast, coffee, and official tournament announcements. ? All teams must report to The Iron Pig on Saturday morning. Tournament Start Time: 6:30 AM Weigh-In Location: Otsego Lake State Park Boat Launch Weigh-In Deadline: No later than 4:00 PM Awards Ceremony & Evening Events ? The Iron Pig Outdoor Pavilion ?️ BBQ Buffet prepared by The Iron Pig ? Live Music by The Outlaw Ways ? Begins at 6:00 PM ? Special prizes and giveaways throughout the evening! Important Details Backup Date: Due to potential ice conditions, the reserved backup date for this event is Saturday, February 7th, 2026. Cost: ? Free entry for all participants! While not mandatory, it is highly encouraged that at least one team member is a U.S. military veteran. Donations: Donations are gladly accepted. Half of all donations will go toward the Side Pot Pool. Free Items: ? Free live bait and soft plastics will be available during Saturday morning registration. Lodging Information: A block of rooms has been reserved at the Comfort Inn Gaylord: ? $98.00 per night ? Call (989) 217-9700 and reference Group Code: MICHIGAN ICED OVER VETERANS ICE FISHING TOURNAMENT. ?️ Please book by December 12th to receive the discounted rate. ? You may also book online: Choice Hotels Group Booking Bonus Giveaway: Once 30 teams are registered, two teams will be selected at random to receive a free night’s stay at the Comfort Inn Gaylord! Raffles & Prizes ?️ Free Raffle Tickets will be provided to participants, with the number of tickets matching the total number of donated prizes. (Must be present to win.) Competition Guide Scoring: Combined weight of the heaviest mixed bucket of 10 panfish (Perch, Crappie, Bluegill, Sunfish) Guaranteed Payouts: ? 1st Place: $1,000 ? 2nd Place: $600 ? 3rd Place: $400 Optional Side Pots ($10 each – 100% payout): Biggest Perch Biggest Crappie Biggest Bluegill Biggest Walleye Biggest Pike Bonus Tag Fish: MIOFO will tag one fish the week before the tournament. If your team catches the tagged fish, you’ll win $2,000 courtesy of Alpine Realty. Contact Information For sponsorships, donations, or general questions, please contact: Tom Jones ? Email: tjones.miofo@gmail.com ? Cell: (734) 612-6677 - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gaylord/michigan-iced-over-veterans-ice-fishing-tournament/200029206109129 - **Event Categories**: sports, tournaments, nonprofit, music, contests, meetups, live-music, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 281 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Gaylord - **state**: MI - **country**: United States - **location**: Otsego Lake - **lat**: 44.962791047031 - **long**: -84.689852277855 - **full address**: Otsego Lake, Gaylord, Michigan, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Michigan iced over veterans ice fishing tournament - **Image URL**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Michigan+iced+over+veterans+ice+fishing+tournament+&date=Sat%2C+10+Jan%2C+2026+at+05%3A30+am&bg=5 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Michigan iced over veterans ice fishing tournament being held? - **A:** Michigan iced over veterans ice fishing tournament takes place on Sat, 10 Jan, 2026 at 05:30 am to Sat, 10 Jan, 2026 at 05:30 am at Otsego Lake, Gaylord, Michigan, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Michigan iced over veterans ice fishing tournament ? - **A:** Michigan iced over veterans ice fishing tournament is organized by Michigan Operation Freedom Outdoors. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Michigan iced over veterans ice fishing tournament is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Gaylord, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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