| There are several different tournaments offered | | | | The Sebago derby is typical to other Maine ice |
| in Maine ice fishing events, and these are popular | | | | fishing tournaments. Entrance is by pre-registration |
| with both experienced anglers and those new to | | | | and a flat fee for either individual anglers or a rate |
| this winter sport. Many of the tournaments | | | | for families. Participants can fish in specific areas |
| including those in the Jackman and Moose River | | | | during designated times. They must have the fish |
| Regions of the state as well as the well known | | | | into the weigh stations by the end of the derby |
| Sebago fishing derby are highlights of the winter | | | | to be counted. There are limits on the number of |
| Maine ice fishing season. | | | | fish of each species that can be weighed per day |
| The ice fishing tournament also includes events | | | | with Muskie and Pike having no limit, pickerel |
| such as:o Nordic walking - a new way to safely | | | | having a ten per day limit and togue having a two |
| exercise in colder temperatures. This is a great | | | | per day limit. During the derby all participants must |
| activity for everyone.o Polar ice dip - people | | | | follow Maine ice fishing regulations and restrictions |
| actually put on swimming suits and go for a dip in | | | | as determined by the Department of Inland |
| the lake, definitely only for the brave.o Kids fishing | | | | Fisheries and Wildlife. |
| tourney - children compete in different age | | | | Within the waterways of Maine, ice fishing has |
| categories to see who can catch the biggest fish, | | | | become a key sector of the winter economy. |
| the longest fish and just enjoy the sport.o | | | | There are an extensive number of guides, lodges |
| Snowshoe race - everyone can take the challenge | | | | and winter chalets that provide accommodation |
| and strap on some snowshoes and compete in a | | | | and even fishing trips out onto the lakes in the |
| fun and interesting race.o Winterfest - fun | | | | area. Many of the fishing lodges also offer tours |
| activities, food and entertainment for tournament | | | | and trips for family members that may not be as |
| participants and guests. | | | | interested in spending the day on the lake. |