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[#ff0000][size 7]$25,000 !!!
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[/center] [center][size 6]January 28, 2006, 7 AM - 1 PM[/size][/center] [center][size 6]Lake Manawa, Council Bluffs, Iowa[/size][/center] [center] [/center] [center][size 6]Reel in Winter Fun with this one-day Tournament at Lake Manawa State Park[/size][/center] [center][#ff0000][size 6]Over $100,000 in Cash & Prizes![/size][/#ff0000][/center] [center] [/center] [center][#ff0000][size 4][url "http://www.iowadnr.com/fish/index.html"]Click here to purchase an Iowa Fishing License Online.[/url][/size][/#ff0000][/center] [center][#ff0000][size 4][url "http://www.winterfestderby.com/iceconditions.html"]Click here for reports on current ice conditions.[/url][/size][/#ff0000][/center] [center] [/center] [center][#ff0000][size 5]4 Tagged Fish were caught in the 2005 Derby.[/size][/#ff0000][/center] [center][#ff0000][size 4][url "http://www.winterfestderby.com/derbyresults.html"]Click here for 2005 Derby Winners.[/url][/size][/#ff0000][/center] [center] [/center] [left][#ff0000][size 6]2005 PRIZES INCLUDED THE FOLLOWING:[/size][/#ff0000][/left] [left][#ff0000][size 5]GRAND PRIZES if specially tagged fish are caught:[/size][/#ff0000][/left] [ul] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]1 Tagged Fish is worth a [/size][/#000000][#ff0000][size 4]$25,000[/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4] cash prize[/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]1 Tagged Fish is worth a [/size][/#000000][#ff0000][size 4]$17,000[/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4] 2005 Alumacraft Navigator 165 CS with a Mercury 50HP 4-Stroke Engine, Shorelander Trailer, Minnkota Trolling Motor, and Lowrance Fish Finder donated by Valley Marine.[/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]1 Tagged Fish is worth a [/size][/#000000][#ff0000][size 4]$10,000[/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4] 2003 FX140 Yamaha Waverunner with trailer and 1 Tagged Fish is worth a [/size][/#000000][#ff0000][size 4]$5,000[/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4] 2005 Yamaha Bruin 4x4 350 donated by Paul's Mortorcycle Service.[/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]1 Tagged Fish is worth a [/size][/#000000][#ff0000][size 4]$1,000[/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4] Cash Prize, 2 Tagged Fish are worth a [/size][/#000000][#ff0000][size 4]$500[/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4] Cash Prize and 2 Tagged Fish are worth a [/size][/#000000][#ff0000][size 4]$250[/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4] Cash Prize if caught during the derby. The tagged fish will have serial numbers identifying them. Any tagged fish caught must be taken to the registration tent for certification and processing prior to 1 p.m. unless certified by a Derby official. Any fish that appears not to be fresh will be disqualified.[/size][/#000000][/left][/li][/ul] [ul] [li] [left][#ff0000][size 4]Bonus Fish: 200 Tagged Bonus Fish will be released before the Derby. Lucky anglers catching one of these special fish will get their choice of prizes at the end of the contest. When caught, they must be taken to the registration tent for certification and processing. Any fish that appears not to be fresh will be disqualified. During extreme cold conditions, find a Derby Official quickly to verify that your fish is alive.[/size][/#ff0000][/left][/li][/ul] [ul] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]Big Fish: Prizes awarded for the Largest Catfish, Walleye, Crappie, Drum, Wiper and Bluegill.[/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]3 places awarded in each of the following categories: adult division, and youth division (to age 15). The biggest fish in each category determined by length of fish. All fish to be measured must be taken to the registration tent. Designated officials will measure and examine the fish for freshness. Any fish that appears not to be fresh will be disqualified. During extreme cold conditions, find a Derby Official quickly to verify that your fish is alive. [/size][/#000000][/left] [ul] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]First Place Winners will receive an Ice House. [/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]Second Place Winners will receive a Heater and Bucket Combo. [/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]Third Place Winners will receive a Hand Auger and Bucket Combo. [/size][/#000000][/left][/li][/ul][/li][/ul] [ul] [li] [left][#ff0000][size 4]$1,000 Canfield's Gift Certificate [/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4]awarded for Canfield's Big Fish Contest by drawing from the winners of the largest fish categories.[/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#ff0000][size 4]Door Prizes[/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4] will include a Bass Baby and Trolling Motor donated by Woods Sporting Goods.[/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]Prizes will also be awarded for the Best Decorated Ice House and the Doll's Distributing Chili Cook off. Contestants must be entered in the Fishing Derby. Contestants must enter the contest by 9 a.m. at the registration tent. Contestants for the Doll' Distributing Chili Cook off must take a sample of their chili to the judges at the Registration Tent by 11:30 a.m. Judges will start to sample the chili at 11:45 a.m.[/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]A drawing is also being held for a 2005 2x4 Yamaha Bruin 250 cc 4-wheeler. You need not be present to win. You must be 16 years old to participate. Tickets are $10 a piece or 3 for $25 and can be obtained at Lake Manawa State Park office, the Sports Show at the Mid-America Center on January 14-15 or Canfield's.[/size][/#000000][/left][/li][/ul][#ff0000][size 4]Entry Forms: [/size][/#ff0000] [ul] [li][#000000][size 4]Lake Manawa State Park Office and Canfield's Sporting Goods[/size][/#000000] [/li][/ul]
[#ff0000][size 4]Contest Rules:[/size][/#ff0000] [ul] [li][#000000][size 4]2006 Iowa Fishing License and Habitat Fee required for anglers 16 years of age or older and must be purchased PRIOR to the Ice Fishing Derby in order to participate. A licensed adult must accompany anyone under the age of 16. (Licenses are not available at the tournament)[/size][/#000000] [/li][/ul] [ul] [li][#000000][size 4]Please Pre-Register at one of our sponsors. [/size][/#000000][#ff0000][size 4]All Pre-registrants will have the opportunity to win a Bass Baby. Should the event not take place, the drawing (from all pre-registrants) for the Bass Baby with trolling motor and the raffle will be held January 31, 2006. [/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4]All Pre-registrants will receive their packet with the official receipt and name badge by mail (packet must be brought to the derby or you will need to check in at the tent). For those not checking in, DNR officers will check for your badge and license on the lake. Pre-Registrants will NOT be required to check-in but MUST have name badge, official receipt, rules and regulations, and fishing license available for Derby Officials to check on the ice. For anyone arriving without those items, they will need to checkin between 6-7 a.m.[/size][/#000000] [/li][/ul] [ul] [li][#000000][size 4]Contestants must fish on the main lake. Fishing in the canals and roped off areas is prohibited and grounds for disqualification.[/size][/#000000] [/li][/ul] [ul] [li][#000000][size 4]No motorized vehicles will be allowed on the ice. Registered ATVs and Snowmobiles will be allowed.[/size][/#000000] [/li][/ul] [ul] [li][#000000][size 4]All Derby Winners may be subjected to a polygraph test.[/size][/#000000] [/li][/ul]
[#ff0000][size 4]Fee: [/size][/#ff0000] [ul] [li][#ff0000][size 4]Cash or Check Only Please[/size][/#ff0000] [#000000][size 4]- $10.00 per person (Non-Refundable) when pre-registering. $15.00 day of event. [/size][/#000000][size 4]([url "http://www.iowadnr.com/"]Iowa Fishing Regulations Apply[/url])[/size] [li][size 4]Pre-registration deadline is Noon, Jan 22, 2006 at the Friends of Lake Manawa, 1100 S. Shore Dr, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501, 712-366-0220.[/size] [url "http://www.winterfestderby.com/register_new.html"] [li][size 4]A printable registration form is available online.[/url][/size] [li][size 4]Day of event check-in/registration 6am - 7am[/size] [/li][/ul]
[#ff0000][size 4]Location: [/size][/#ff0000] [ul] [li][#000000][size 4]Lake Manawa State Park, South Boat Ramp[/size][/#000000] [/li][/ul]
[#ff0000][size 4]Directions: [/size][/#ff0000] [ul] [li][#000000][size 4]South of I-29 / I-80, Exit 3[/size][/#000000] [/li][/ul] [ul][/ul]
[#000000][size 4]We would like to express our thanks to Boy Scout Troop 550 for serving refreshments at the 2005 Winterfest Derby. Thank You!!![/size][/#000000]
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[#ff0000][size 7]$25,000 !!!
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[/center] [center][size 6]January 28, 2006, 7 AM - 1 PM[/size][/center] [center][size 6]Lake Manawa, Council Bluffs, Iowa[/size][/center] [center] [/center] [center][size 6]Reel in Winter Fun with this one-day Tournament at Lake Manawa State Park[/size][/center] [center][#ff0000][size 6]Over $100,000 in Cash & Prizes![/size][/#ff0000][/center] [center] [/center] [center][#ff0000][size 4][url "http://www.iowadnr.com/fish/index.html"]Click here to purchase an Iowa Fishing License Online.[/url][/size][/#ff0000][/center] [center][#ff0000][size 4][url "http://www.winterfestderby.com/iceconditions.html"]Click here for reports on current ice conditions.[/url][/size][/#ff0000][/center] [center] [/center] [center][#ff0000][size 5]4 Tagged Fish were caught in the 2005 Derby.[/size][/#ff0000][/center] [center][#ff0000][size 4][url "http://www.winterfestderby.com/derbyresults.html"]Click here for 2005 Derby Winners.[/url][/size][/#ff0000][/center] [center] [/center] [left][#ff0000][size 6]2005 PRIZES INCLUDED THE FOLLOWING:[/size][/#ff0000][/left] [left][#ff0000][size 5]GRAND PRIZES if specially tagged fish are caught:[/size][/#ff0000][/left] [ul] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]1 Tagged Fish is worth a [/size][/#000000][#ff0000][size 4]$25,000[/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4] cash prize[/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]1 Tagged Fish is worth a [/size][/#000000][#ff0000][size 4]$17,000[/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4] 2005 Alumacraft Navigator 165 CS with a Mercury 50HP 4-Stroke Engine, Shorelander Trailer, Minnkota Trolling Motor, and Lowrance Fish Finder donated by Valley Marine.[/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]1 Tagged Fish is worth a [/size][/#000000][#ff0000][size 4]$10,000[/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4] 2003 FX140 Yamaha Waverunner with trailer and 1 Tagged Fish is worth a [/size][/#000000][#ff0000][size 4]$5,000[/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4] 2005 Yamaha Bruin 4x4 350 donated by Paul's Mortorcycle Service.[/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]1 Tagged Fish is worth a [/size][/#000000][#ff0000][size 4]$1,000[/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4] Cash Prize, 2 Tagged Fish are worth a [/size][/#000000][#ff0000][size 4]$500[/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4] Cash Prize and 2 Tagged Fish are worth a [/size][/#000000][#ff0000][size 4]$250[/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4] Cash Prize if caught during the derby. The tagged fish will have serial numbers identifying them. Any tagged fish caught must be taken to the registration tent for certification and processing prior to 1 p.m. unless certified by a Derby official. Any fish that appears not to be fresh will be disqualified.[/size][/#000000][/left][/li][/ul] [ul] [li] [left][#ff0000][size 4]Bonus Fish: 200 Tagged Bonus Fish will be released before the Derby. Lucky anglers catching one of these special fish will get their choice of prizes at the end of the contest. When caught, they must be taken to the registration tent for certification and processing. Any fish that appears not to be fresh will be disqualified. During extreme cold conditions, find a Derby Official quickly to verify that your fish is alive.[/size][/#ff0000][/left][/li][/ul] [ul] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]Big Fish: Prizes awarded for the Largest Catfish, Walleye, Crappie, Drum, Wiper and Bluegill.[/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]3 places awarded in each of the following categories: adult division, and youth division (to age 15). The biggest fish in each category determined by length of fish. All fish to be measured must be taken to the registration tent. Designated officials will measure and examine the fish for freshness. Any fish that appears not to be fresh will be disqualified. During extreme cold conditions, find a Derby Official quickly to verify that your fish is alive. [/size][/#000000][/left] [ul] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]First Place Winners will receive an Ice House. [/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]Second Place Winners will receive a Heater and Bucket Combo. [/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]Third Place Winners will receive a Hand Auger and Bucket Combo. [/size][/#000000][/left][/li][/ul][/li][/ul] [ul] [li] [left][#ff0000][size 4]$1,000 Canfield's Gift Certificate [/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4]awarded for Canfield's Big Fish Contest by drawing from the winners of the largest fish categories.[/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#ff0000][size 4]Door Prizes[/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4] will include a Bass Baby and Trolling Motor donated by Woods Sporting Goods.[/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]Prizes will also be awarded for the Best Decorated Ice House and the Doll's Distributing Chili Cook off. Contestants must be entered in the Fishing Derby. Contestants must enter the contest by 9 a.m. at the registration tent. Contestants for the Doll' Distributing Chili Cook off must take a sample of their chili to the judges at the Registration Tent by 11:30 a.m. Judges will start to sample the chili at 11:45 a.m.[/size][/#000000][/left] [li] [left][#000000][size 4]A drawing is also being held for a 2005 2x4 Yamaha Bruin 250 cc 4-wheeler. You need not be present to win. You must be 16 years old to participate. Tickets are $10 a piece or 3 for $25 and can be obtained at Lake Manawa State Park office, the Sports Show at the Mid-America Center on January 14-15 or Canfield's.[/size][/#000000][/left][/li][/ul][#ff0000][size 4]Entry Forms: [/size][/#ff0000] [ul] [li][#000000][size 4]Lake Manawa State Park Office and Canfield's Sporting Goods[/size][/#000000] [/li][/ul] [#ff0000][size 4]Contest Rules:[/size][/#ff0000] [ul] [li][#000000][size 4]2006 Iowa Fishing License and Habitat Fee required for anglers 16 years of age or older and must be purchased PRIOR to the Ice Fishing Derby in order to participate. A licensed adult must accompany anyone under the age of 16. (Licenses are not available at the tournament)[/size][/#000000] [/li][/ul] [ul] [li][#000000][size 4]Please Pre-Register at one of our sponsors. [/size][/#000000][#ff0000][size 4]All Pre-registrants will have the opportunity to win a Bass Baby. Should the event not take place, the drawing (from all pre-registrants) for the Bass Baby with trolling motor and the raffle will be held January 31, 2006. [/size][/#ff0000][#000000][size 4]All Pre-registrants will receive their packet with the official receipt and name badge by mail (packet must be brought to the derby or you will need to check in at the tent). For those not checking in, DNR officers will check for your badge and license on the lake. Pre-Registrants will NOT be required to check-in but MUST have name badge, official receipt, rules and regulations, and fishing license available for Derby Officials to check on the ice. For anyone arriving without those items, they will need to checkin between 6-7 a.m.[/size][/#000000] [/li][/ul] [ul] [li][#000000][size 4]Contestants must fish on the main lake. Fishing in the canals and roped off areas is prohibited and grounds for disqualification.[/size][/#000000] [/li][/ul] [ul] [li][#000000][size 4]No motorized vehicles will be allowed on the ice. Registered ATVs and Snowmobiles will be allowed.[/size][/#000000] [/li][/ul] [ul] [li][#000000][size 4]All Derby Winners may be subjected to a polygraph test.[/size][/#000000] [/li][/ul]
[#ff0000][size 4]Fee: [/size][/#ff0000] [ul] [li][#ff0000][size 4]Cash or Check Only Please[/size][/#ff0000] [#000000][size 4]- $10.00 per person (Non-Refundable) when pre-registering. $15.00 day of event. [/size][/#000000][size 4]([url "http://www.iowadnr.com/"]Iowa Fishing Regulations Apply[/url])[/size] [li][size 4]Pre-registration deadline is Noon, Jan 22, 2006 at the Friends of Lake Manawa, 1100 S. Shore Dr, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501, 712-366-0220.[/size] [url "http://www.winterfestderby.com/register_new.html"] [li][size 4]A printable registration form is available online.[/url][/size] [li][size 4]Day of event check-in/registration 6am - 7am[/size] [/li][/ul]
[#ff0000][size 4]Location: [/size][/#ff0000] [ul] [li][#000000][size 4]Lake Manawa State Park, South Boat Ramp[/size][/#000000] [/li][/ul]
[#ff0000][size 4]Directions: [/size][/#ff0000] [ul] [li][#000000][size 4]South of I-29 / I-80, Exit 3[/size][/#000000] [/li][/ul] [ul][/ul]
[#000000][size 4]We would like to express our thanks to Boy Scout Troop 550 for serving refreshments at the 2005 Winterfest Derby. Thank You!!![/size][/#000000]
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