Fishing and Winter Sports Show This Weekend in Minnesota

With the early cold weather this year - something that we haven't had for about 10-12 years, looks like ice fishing will have a banner year!  The ice will be safer than it has been other years - in theory.  No ice is 100% safe.  But in the last few years I think we have heard about and seen many more people falling through the ice than usual.  Always check the thickness before walking on - or especially driving on.

With this in mind, this year should be a great year for those things that you would like to do on a frozen lake or pond.

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THERE IS A FISHING EXPO COMING UP THIS WEEKEND

Coming up this weekend, December 5th though the 7th, there will be an Ice Fishing and Winter Sports expo at the St. Paul Rivercentre.

The St. Paul Ice Fishing Show, presented by Clam, is the largest and ultimate ice fishing event in the nation. The event is the official kick off to winter in the upper Midwest, with hard core fishing and winter sports enthusiasts making their annual pilgrimage to Saint Paul RiverCentre. During the three-day extravaganza, attendees will shop more that 190 exhibits, taking their pick of fish houses, augers, underwater cameras, rods and reels, apparel & more.

HOW MUCH ARE THE TICKETS

Tickets for this event will be sold at the door for $25 for the VIP events.  Otherwise you can purchase tickets online in advance or at the door.  Tickets for adults are $16, kids ages 6-12 are $6 and under 5 are free.

DO THE HOURS DIFFER PER DAY OF THE SHOW

Yes, the hours do vary depending on which day you are planning to attend the show.  Friday hours are 1pm to 7pm

Saturday hours are 10am to 7pm

Sunday hours are 9am to 4pm

Hopefully one of these time slots will work for you. And let's get ready for a great ice fishing season in Minnesota