About this Event
The wait is over! For the last five years, HARDWATER FREAKS has hosted memorable events to benefit many amazing causes with the goal of bringing the joy of the great outdoors to veterans and children alike. Our first event hosted just twenty die-hard men and women with a love of ice fishing, in comparison to the last few years with upwards of 500 attendees coming together for a great day of comradery on the ice. You will not want to miss what we have in store for the 2025 HARDWATER FREAKS Annual Ice Event!
We are proud to announce the partnership of our main beneficiaries, LCPL DEAN OPICKA MEMORIAL FUND and MEMORIAL VALOR FOUNDATION. As a combination of the two they cover Gold Star families, Community needs and the future of the next generation as fueled by the legacy of the fallen. In addition to partnering with these incredible organizations, HARDWATER FREAKS will continue to take the reins on setting a whole new tone for kids in the outdoors. Last year HARDWATER FREAKS not only sponsored and fueled many charter trips with Manhardt Charters, but provided lunch, photography and making of lifetime memories. Last, but certainly not least, HARDWATER FREAKS will also be selecting veteran-owned small businesses in the great outdoor community to support through the donations and funds raised at this year’s event.
In addition to our beneficiary partnerships, there will be live music throughout the event presented by the one and only David Charles Productions. David and his crew will be setup and offering music, lighting, taking special requests and more. Additionally, recording artist Zakk Daniel will be on and off the mic getting the party rocking and rolling!
The last few years, our annual event raised a crazy amount of money allowing us to fuel our mission with veterans, kids, and more in the great outdoors! We are excited to see what greatness this year’s event will bring to veterans and children in the great outdoors!
WHO CAN ATTEND?
The HARDWATER FREAKS Annual Ice Event is for everyone! Unlike other events in the fishing community, our doors are open to all walks of anglers and their families. You do not need to partake in the online fishing tournament or even go fishing to attend this event. Whether you have caught thousands of fish or never stepped foot on the ice, you are welcome to join in our cause to change the future for kids, veterans and gold star familes alike!
PARKING
There will be ample parking at the event. Parking will be available in the main parking lot outside of the Lions club that wraps the building. There is also ample road side parking for your access needs. The building is close enough to the road that you can easily drop your fellow attendees off at the road side to head into the building while you find parking.
TIMELINE
3pm: Doors open to the general public. This offers ample time for you to still enjoy a Saturday before the event.
4pm: Online tournament comes to end. If the winners of the online tourney are in attendance, there will be a large gift per winner on top of funds won.
5pm: Dinner. We will be offering a cookout style dinner for all. This is included in your ticket purchase.
645pm: Public speaking and group picture. All must be in attendance for this as we appreciate the annual group picture.
7pm: Raffle draw begins. You must have a general admission ticket in order to purchase raffle tickets. Must be present!
930(ish): Drop dead time!
ALCOHOL
There will be alochol served at this event. We will have the beverage focus on several kinds of beers and seltzers. All proceeds from alcohol sales will fuel our mission with the next generation in the great outdoors.
TICKET PURCHASE
Tickets are available for $25.00 and includes dinner (wristband provided, access to the MONSTER raffles, and your contribution to Hardwater Freaks to allow them to continue their mission with kids and veterans in the outdoors.) 5 free raffle tickets come with every general admission purchase. Walk on attendees without a pre-purchased ticket will still be subject to the $25 general admission fee. Any persons/attendees 5 years and older must have an event ticket to partake in the event, including raffles. Ticket purchases are nonrefundable. Any purchased tickets which are not redeemed shall be utilized as a donation to the event. Please print your ticket voucher you receive via email.
ONLINE FISHING TOURNEY (FISH DONKEY)
There will be an online fishing tournamemt offered to all Wisconsin Fishing License holders for the entire week leading up to the event. You will be able to find that informaton on the Fish Donkey site and app soon. You do not need to attend the event to take part in this tourney. If the winner of categories is in attendance at the event, there will be a massive additinal prize offered.
RAFFLE
You must have an event ticket to purchase raffle tickets. THOUSANDS of dollars in raffle items will be available including some crowd-pleasing products from some of our favorite brands including: DAIWA, DANGLER ROD HOLDER, MR. HEATER, JAY ROPE, ESKIMO ICE FISHING, CASTLE X, WIDOW MAKER LURES, ENGEL COOLERS AND DOZENS MORE! (must be present to win). There will also be 50/50 raffles going on throughout the event.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Make sure to dress appropriate for the temps. The doors will be opening and closing all day. Bring a jacket please. Please also follow our socials to stay up to date with any changes that may happen.
DISCLAIMER: By purchasing a ticket for the 2025 HARDWATER FREAKS ANNUAL EVENT, you are assuming all responsibility for you, your children and guests. You understand that HARDWATER FREAKS LLC is not responsible or liable for any medical conditions, health problems or injuries that may occur during the 2025 HARDWATER FREAKS ANNUAL EVENT. HARDWATER FREAKS LLC does not assume any responsibility of any one person or gear on Feb 8, 2025.
Thanks for taking the time to check out this amazing event and we cannot wait to see you on the 8th of Feb, 2025.
Max Zaruba
Owner/Operator Hardwater Freaks LLC
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Okauchee Lions Club, N49W34400 East Wisconsin Avenue, Okauchee Lake, United States
USD 24.34