40th annual ice fishing derby offering free lessons

MEREDITH, N.H. (AP) - The 40th annual Great Meredith Rotary Ice Fishing Derby is expected to attract competitors from all over New England.

The event in Meredith is scheduled for Feb. 9-10 on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee.

On Feb. 9, New Hampshire Fish and Game Department instructors will offer free lessons on how to ice fish. No license is needed.

Registration is $40 for the event. The top winning fish are $15,000, $5,000, and $3,000. Funds raised go to the food pantry, senior center, New Hampshire Veteran’s Home, scholarships, and other causes.

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Online:

meredithrotary.org