Adventure Outdoors Magazine Fall 2017 | Page 74

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With more than 100 lakes , including two chains of lakes , Coldwater Country offers countless opportunities for anglers , fishing from shore or boat , to reel in the catch of the day .
Notably the largest of the area lakes , Coldwater Lake is home to an abundance of fish , including catfish , crappie , largemouth and smallmouth bass , northern pike , sunfish , walleye , and yellow perch . This 1,650-acre deep water lake offers its best fishing from a boat , from dusk until dawn . Boats , canoes and kayaks are available for rent locally .
Try shore fishing at Coldwater Country ’ s Marble Lake for the best catch of bluegills and largemouth bass . Crappie , northern pike , smallmouth bass , sunfish
and walleye can also be found throughout this 780-acre lake , located on the largest chain of lakes .
As the weather cools , the frozen-over lakes offer another opportunity to get outside and breathe in the cold , clean air . Spend an afternoon outdoors with friends and family in the quest to catch fish , or join in the festivities and contests at the Quincy Tip-Up Festival . This February weekend of family fun offers everything from fishing contests to snowmobile races , wood cutting contests , and a cornhole tournament .
Need an incentive to drop a line this winter ? Try it as part of the Free Fishing Weekend , February 17-18 , 2018 . This annual weekend provides two days
where no fishing license is required for residents or non-residents , although all fishing regulations still apply .
After a day on the lake , enjoy some down time followed by a mouth-watering meal at one of Coldwater Country ’ s locally-owned diners , restaurants , or pubs . Whether looking for a quick bite to eat , a unique dining destination , or a gourmet dinner , visitors will find it in Coldwater Country .
So , whether you ’ re looking for a summer fishing getaway , a relaxing fall fishing weekend with friends , or an ice fishing adventure , Coldwater Country has you covered . For more information on a fishing getaway to Coldwater Country , visit ColdwaterCountry . com