FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What if the ice conditions are not suitable for the ice fishing to take place?

• The event will still take place. There are no refunds. 

• We are working on an indoor contingency plan that will include an indoor luck of the draw fishing tournament with all the same prizes to be given away.

Are children welcome?

• Yes, children are welcome to participate in this event.  Registration for 5-12 years old is $25.  Children under 5 will be $10. 

• Each participant including kids of all ages must be registered if they are going to fish or eat dinner.

Fishing Derby Rules?

• Please see the "ICE FISHING DERBY RULES & TOURNAMENT GUIDE" on the Event Details page for all rules and info.

Will there be portable bathrooms available on the ice?

• Yes, there will be a portable bathroom near the registration trailer available.  There will also be a dumpster so we can keep the ice cleaned up.  

• Please be kind and pick-up all your garbage so we can leave the lake in perfect condition.

Can I sleep in my fish house and still participate in the event?

• Yes, you are welcome to enter Lake Darling at the Arrowwood Boat Launch and can set-up your fish house for the event.  Registration and the buffet and banquet will be located inside at Arrowwood Resort.

• There is free parking for vehicles, snowmobiles, and ATV’s in the lower parking lot right at the banquet room entrance on the south side of the resort.

• Walking to the banquet is possible and there will be marked parking for ATV's by the banquet doors.

What is included in the buffet dinner?

• Italian Buffet - pasta w/red meat sauce and chicken alfredo, garlic bread, salad, and assorted desserts.

Will there be alcohol served at the banquet?

• There will be cash bars set-up at the banquet with beer, wine, and cocktails. 

What if I don't have a fish house?

• You can still participate; we will have volunteers that can help with holes and let's hope it's nice enough to be outside for the derby. 

Is there lodging at Arrowwood Resort?

• Yes, there are hotel rooms and townhomes available.  Our block of rooms are selling out fast. See our 'Arrowwood Resort' page for more details.

Does this tournament run each year?

• Yes, we already have the dates reserved for the next Beaver Classic. It will be a yearly event!