Dam to Dam Ice Fishing Tournament

02/26/2026

And that's a wrap, another year in the books!

It wouldn't be possible, without all of YOU, our attendees, so thank YOU! We appreciate the attendance and the support, not only of the event, but also of the local businesses too! This year we raised just over $18,000 for TrueMentors, TrueNorth's mentoring program.

Mentoring ensures youth have another positive adult role model in their lives. Changing the lives of 89 youth, right here in Newaygo County. And thanks to YOU, you are now a part of that.

Learn more about TrueMentors here: www.truenorthservices.org/true-mentors

Didn't make the event but still want to support the cause? You can donate here: www.truenorthservices.org/truementors-donate

See you next winter on Michigan's Free Fishing Weekend!

02/26/2026

To help round out the event was our apparel and food vendors. A huge thanks to Denise Anderson for securing apparel sponsors:

All Marine Service and Storage, Inc.
Anderson's Silk Screening
Croton Bay Trading Post
Croton Township Campground
Gene's Family Market
Lisa Lightfoot - Coldwell Banker Realtor
Millie's Farms Market
M & J Hardware
Schultz Septic and Excavating
Walter F. Howarth American Legion Post 381
Yuengling Beer

And for our amazing food vendors:

Croton Bay Trading Post
Hoser's Firehouse BBQ
Jerkies
Sober-eats

02/25/2026

Raffle tickets were a big hit this year and we couldn't have done it without all our ticket locations!

Let's give a big round of applause to those that stepped up and help us sell this year:
Camp Newaygo
Croton Bay Trading Post
Croton Township Office
Dave's Auto Clinic
M37 Auto Repair
Millie's Farms Market
The Pine Cone
The Pizza Factory
Schindy's at Diamond Lake
Smart Energy Solutions
Walter F. Howarth American Legion Post 381

We appreciate you!

02/25/2026

As we reflect on the success on the 2026 Dam to Dam we have a bunch of thank you posts, so stick with us over the next few days as we do some special shout-outs!

A huge thanks to our partners at Alliance Beverage, Croton Township Campground, M & J Hardware, and Walter F. Howarth American Legion Post 381, along with Tony Gates, for helping make the event a success. We couldn't do this without these players coming together to help support the cause, and for that we are grateful!

02/17/2026

Dam to Dam 2026!

02/17/2026

Check out Roger and his winning excitement! Congrats again Roger!!!

02/17/2026

Winning Fish from Dam to Dam!

Kids Division
Perch: 9 3/4"; George, 1 years old
Bluegill: 8 1/4"; Miguel, 7.5 years old
Crappie: 12 3/4"; Miguel, 7.5 years old
Pike: 27 1/2"; Brantley, 11 years old

Adult Division
Perch: 13"; Colton Lund
Bluegill: 10 1/4"; Preston Spaulding
Crappie: 12 3/4"; Zeb Scholtens
Walleye: 26 1/4"; Jeremy Perkins
Pike: 37"; Patrick Bloom

02/17/2026

Here's a list of the raffle winners from Saturday's event:

Back40 4X4 Camo 550cc UTV: Roger May
Camping Chair: Kristin Middaugh
Camping Chair: Sam Hastings
Fire Pit: Brian Stringer
Backpack Cooler: Amanda Shunta
Backpack Cooler: Gena Dietz
Illuminated Clock: Shawn Elenbaas
60 qt Rolling Cooler: Big Ben
60 qt Rolling Cooler: Brian Meyer
Patio Umbrella: Nate Barton
Kanga Pouch Cooler: Rick Oldenkamp
Kanga Pouch Cooler: Jason Meyer
Wolf Kubota Lakeview Gift Certificate: Dale Earle

If you weren't at the event and need to pick up your prize, they are at TrueNorth Community Services, 6308 S. Warner Ave, Fremont and can be picked up between 8 am and 5 pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday and 8 am and 8 pm on Thursday. We'll also be giving a phone call to the winners who weren't present.

Congrats everyone!

*Photos and fish winners to be posted later today!

02/13/2026

Joe is about to make the delivery out to the Croton Township Campground .

Tickets will be on sale tonight at the Walter F. Howarth American Legion Post 381 and tomorrow during the Dam to Dam Ice Fishing Tournament itself!

The weather is looking good! Safe travels and we look forward to seeing everyone.

02/09/2026

Here's the schedule for Saturday:

-Dam to Dam kicks off at sunrise at Croton Township Campground
-3 pm Weigh-In
-7:45 am National Anthem
-3:30 pm Raffle Drawings

$10 raffle tickets are still available prior to the event at:
Camp Newaygo
Croton Bay Trading Post
Dave's Auto Clinic
M37 Auto Repair
Millie's Farms Market
The Pine Cone
The Pizza Factory
Schindy's at Diamond Lake
Smart Energy Solutions
TrueNorth Community Services
Walter F. Howarth American Legion Post 381
Raffle tickets will also be available at the campground office on Friday from 12-8 pm and multiple TrueNorth staff will be selling them at the event on Saturday before the raffle drawing.

Post event entertainment, including food and live music from Trapped on Mars will take place at the American Legion.

We can't wait to see you!

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01/27/2026

We are gearing up for an exciting event and can't wait to see you all!

Joining us on February 14th at Croton Township Campground will be the following food vendors:

Croton Bay Trading Post
Hoser's Firehouse BBQ
Jerkies
Sober-eats

Come hungry and ready to support these amazing local businesses.

Send a message to learn more

01/21/2025

Dam to Dam is back!

Join us for the 2025 Dam to Dam Ice Fishing Tournament, presented by Coors Light. The event will take place on Saturday, February 15 at Croton Township Campground.

Registration is now open for this annual winter event. Dam to Dam benefits TrueNorth’s youth mentoring program, TrueMentors. See the video below for a firsthand look at one of our community matches with mentors Greg and Rachel and their mentee Ganon.

Learn more and register today to ensure our children thrive: https://www.truenorthservices.org/event/damtodam/