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2026 UP Women’s Ice Fishing Clinic!A women’s ice fishing event 4ALL!
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You will be added to a waitlist, we have reached our 50 registered participants. Once a spot opens you’ll be contacted 👍
Friday Jan 9th
Meet your instructors at Blade’s Bait and Tackle.
See one of the best and most detailed ice safety presentations in the Midwest by Delta County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Ice Safety Team.
Saturday Morning Jan 10th
Education stations & presentations will be held indoors at Blades Bait and Tackle.
See presentations and equipment for ice fishing
Rods & reel selection for various species
Electronics from flashers to LiveScope
Rigging for jigging and tip-ups
Know your knots, how they work & learn easy tying methods
Ice line types why to use braid, fluor or mono
Bait options & what to buy
Ice shelters
Dress for ice fishing
Rig your ice machine ATV, Side by Side, snowmobile and ‘Betty’ Sled aka Smitty Sled!
Amazing prizes drawn for registered & attending participants!
Lunch, looking at having a food truck on site, or there are plenty of deli options in nearby Gladstone.
Saturday Afternoon into evening, Ice fishing for those wanting to get out there and apply what you learned. Cross your tip-ups for good ice conditions!
Sunday Jan 11th
All Day On Ice! Apply what you learned on Saturday, hands on ice fishing clinic. Beginner and novice ice anglers will be paired with experienced anglers. Must attend Friday or Saturday’s ice safety clinic, be registered to participate, & purchase a MI fishing license.
Bring your ice transportation, or we will coordinate a ride, ATV, UTV or snowmobile depending on ice conditions.
Thank you to our sponsors!
Fishing 4All Seasons
Blade's Bait and Tackle
Daily Press Escanaba MI
UP Ice Fishing and Hunting Expo
Delta County Search and Rescue
Clam Outdoors
Billy Rub Baits
C and J Custom Rods
MAG Custom Rods
Vagabonds Resort
Hillcrest Motel
Lindberg's Cove Resort
Must be registered & sign waiver to participate in our UP Women’s Ice Fishing Clinic
Registration is open Nov 1st, 2025
All registered participants will be emailed details & complete agenda
Limited to first 50 registered women, girls 13 & up welcome when accompanied by Mom or Grandmother
This event is FREE; however, donations are appreciated! Many of our instructors have traveled far distances, lodging & expenses will be covered by donations.
Upper Michigan Women Anglers is a member-driven fishing club designed for women to network, learn fishing, share knowledge, and connect with others who enjoy fishing and the outdoors. The club promotes fishing education and fun without membership fees, supports local meetups, and maintains a private Facebook group for safe communication among members, with donations funding structured events.
Founded by fishing professional & guide Corie Berrigan, from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
Lodging recommendations: Vagabonds Resort, Lindberg's Cove & Hillcrest Motel
Questions or donate; email: [email protected]
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Blade’s Bait & Tackle, 8993 Cleveland 23.15 Ave, Gladstone, MI 49837-2704, United States
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