Online registration for this event closes on January 31, 2026

Ready, Set, Fish! The Scenic Trails District is hosting an Ice Fishing Extravaganza, offering a fun and family-friendly event for ice fishing enthusiasts. The event includes a contest for the biggest fish caught by kids, with prizes awarded. For those new to ice fishing, guidance and fishing poles will be provided. The event is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather or unsafe ice conditions, with updates posted on the Event Registration page.

Things to consider or know:
• You may want to stop by Pilgrims Village and pick up some wax works, spikes, or perch minnows. We encourage everyone to come prepared the best they can.
• We will not be providing a lunch. Please bring a sack lunch or snacks for your adventure.
• The event is designed as an open event. Check-in will be located at the Rotary Performing Arts Pavilion on Lake Street in Cadillac  as early as 9:00 AM. Come and go as your group so chooses.
• Please come with or complete on site parts A & B of the BSA Health and Medical Record, we will have copies on site to fill out if needed.
•  If you have your own ice fishing pole, please bring to use. We have enough supplies for 40 Scouts to make their own fishing pole. At registration each Scout will receive a bag with their pole kit and other information given to us by the DNR.
• Youth - Use the ruler provided to record the size of your catch and share with the team at the Kenwood Beach 2506 North Blvd for entry into the large fish contest.
• Dress for the weather.
• There will be some people at the event to educate Scouts on fisheries, fishing information, and ice safety.