02-25-2011, 12:10 PM
LAKE GEORGE, Colo. - Eleven Mile State Park will host the last event of the Colorado Classic Ice Fishing Tournament ice fishing series, the "Marina March Madness," on March 5. All three tournaments are presented by the Sports Column and produced by the 11 Mile Marina. Marina March Madness is a unique and fun contest, held in a designated area at the North Shore with five separate one hour contests paying cash for first fish, and first, second and third place by weight for any species.
As part of March Madness, a basketball court will be set up on the ice near the Marina. Try your skill at free throws and three-point shots for additional cash and prizes. This team event, for two anglers, begins at 7:00 a.m. and ends at 2:30 p.m. For additional details, entry forms and full South Park Ice Master results go to www.11milesports.com or call the marina toll free 1 (877) 725-3172.
The second of three ice fishing tournaments in the Colorado Classic Ice Fishing Tournament Series was held on Feb. 5th at Eleven Mile State Park. The "South Park Ice Masters," as this particular tournament is called, was a "Trout-Only" team event. The 109 two-angler teams competed for thousands of dollars with the goal of having the heaviest total weight for two fish. There was also the optional Big Fish Pot which pays 100% of the money paid in by participating teams. This year's pot was worth $1,240.
Danny Aldez and Kelvin Martinez of Leadville won with a total weight of 7.515 pounds and landed a qualified big fish of the day with a rainbow trout, weighing in at 4.730 pounds, for a total cash prize of $2,460. Ford Williams and Perry Aphelbeck of Silverthorne came in a close second at 7.050 pounds total weight for a payday of $1,016. Twenty-two teams won cash prizes.
For the complete South Park Ice Master results, go to www.11milesports.com or call the marina toll free 1 (877) 725-3172.
Attracting more than 12 million visitors per year, Colorado's 42 State Parks are a vital cornerstone of Colorado's economy and quality of life. Colorado State Parks encompass 224,447 land and water acres, offering some of the best outdoor recreation destinations in the state. Colorado State Parks is a leader in providing opportunities for outdoor recreation, protecting the state's favorite landscapes, teaching generations about nature and partnering with communities. Colorado State Parks also manage more than 4,300 campsites, and 63 cabins and yurts. For more information on Colorado State Parks or to purchase an annual pass online, visit www.parks.state.co.us.
Media Contact
Eleven Mile State Park, (719) 748-3401, eleven.mile.park@state.co.us>eleven.mile.park@state.co.us or Deb Frazier, (303) 866-3203 ext. 4342, deb.frazier@state.co.us
As part of March Madness, a basketball court will be set up on the ice near the Marina. Try your skill at free throws and three-point shots for additional cash and prizes. This team event, for two anglers, begins at 7:00 a.m. and ends at 2:30 p.m. For additional details, entry forms and full South Park Ice Master results go to www.11milesports.com or call the marina toll free 1 (877) 725-3172.
The second of three ice fishing tournaments in the Colorado Classic Ice Fishing Tournament Series was held on Feb. 5th at Eleven Mile State Park. The "South Park Ice Masters," as this particular tournament is called, was a "Trout-Only" team event. The 109 two-angler teams competed for thousands of dollars with the goal of having the heaviest total weight for two fish. There was also the optional Big Fish Pot which pays 100% of the money paid in by participating teams. This year's pot was worth $1,240.
Danny Aldez and Kelvin Martinez of Leadville won with a total weight of 7.515 pounds and landed a qualified big fish of the day with a rainbow trout, weighing in at 4.730 pounds, for a total cash prize of $2,460. Ford Williams and Perry Aphelbeck of Silverthorne came in a close second at 7.050 pounds total weight for a payday of $1,016. Twenty-two teams won cash prizes.
For the complete South Park Ice Master results, go to www.11milesports.com or call the marina toll free 1 (877) 725-3172.
Attracting more than 12 million visitors per year, Colorado's 42 State Parks are a vital cornerstone of Colorado's economy and quality of life. Colorado State Parks encompass 224,447 land and water acres, offering some of the best outdoor recreation destinations in the state. Colorado State Parks is a leader in providing opportunities for outdoor recreation, protecting the state's favorite landscapes, teaching generations about nature and partnering with communities. Colorado State Parks also manage more than 4,300 campsites, and 63 cabins and yurts. For more information on Colorado State Parks or to purchase an annual pass online, visit www.parks.state.co.us.
Media Contact
Eleven Mile State Park, (719) 748-3401, eleven.mile.park@state.co.us>eleven.mile.park@state.co.us or Deb Frazier, (303) 866-3203 ext. 4342, deb.frazier@state.co.us