Youth Outdoor Fest at Pettibone Park
2025-07-12 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
July 12
Youth Outdoor Fest at Pettibone Park, 374 South Pettibone Drive, La Crosse, WI 54601, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Kids will have the opportunity to try fly fishing, shoot a bow, cast a fly rod, learn how to identify furs, fish and birds, play games, interact with live animals, and much more, all in one day for FREE! Youth Outdoor Fest is hosted by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service -Midwest Fisheries Center, La Crosse Parks, Recreation & Forestry, Fox 25/48, Genoa National Fish Hatchery, and Friends of the Upper Mississippi.
The event is free, equipment will be provided, and children will receive many hands-on experiences for the whole family.
For info: 608-789-7304, fws.gov/event/youth-outdoor-fest-2025.

Bass2Bass Fishing Tournament at Barbee Lake
2025-07-19
July 19
Bass2Bass Fishing Tournament at Barbee Lake, at the DNR Ramp.
For info: 260-403-2672, indianabass.com/tournaments.

Bass Classic Fishing Tournament at Balsam Lake
2025-07-19 06:00 - 14:00
July 19
Bass Classic Fishing Tournament at Balsam Lake, 246 Co. Rd I, Balsam Lake, WI 54810.
Hours: 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Open to the public. Preretistraion required
For info: 715-296-7837.

Lake Arbutus Carp Fest
2025-07-19 12:00 - 16:00
July 19
Lake Arbutus Carp Fest at Lake Arbutus, Hatfield, WI 54754, from 12 – 4 p.m.
Prizes for the most carp, largest carp, basket raffles, 50/50 raffle and food!
Tickets available at DeerView Bar and Hatfield Sports Shop in Hatfield.
For info: 715-333-9575.

Fishing for Community / Pescando Conexiones at Trailside Museum
2025-07-25 10:00 - 12:00
July 25
Fishing for Community / Pescando Conexiones at Trailside Museum of Natural History, 738 Thatcher Ave., River Forest, IL 60305, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Free!
A morning of fishing on Trailside’s pond. This bilingual event offers a unique opportunity to learn the basics of fishing from our experts, build connections with others and enjoy the beauty of nature together in a welcoming atmosphere. All instructions and equipment provided!
For all ages, no registration is required.
For info: 708-366-6530, fpdcc.com/event/fishing-for-community-pescando-conexiones-drop-in.

Hawg Hunters Friday Night Open Tournaments at Paw Paw
2025-07-25 19:00 - 23:00
July 25
Hawg Hunters Friday Night Open Tournaments at Paw Paw Lake – West, in Berrien County, from 7 to 11 p.m.
For info: 269-650-3510, 3brittenfamily@gmail.com.

Fishing for Women by Women at River Trail Nature Center
2025-07-26
July 26
Fishing for Women by Women at River Trail Nature Center, 3120 Milwaukee Ave., Northbrook, IL 60062, at 8 a.m.
An introduction to fishing for women of all skill levels. Supported by Get Hooked LLC. Learn basics, techniques and connect with nature.
Ages 16 & up.
Free!
For info: River Trail Nature Center, 847-824-8360.

Speedway 500 Bassmasters Open Team Tournament
2025-07-27
September 27
Speedway 500 Bassmasters Open Team Tournament at Geist Lake, Olio Ramp.
For info: basfshr@sbcglobal.net, 317-407-1854.

Sandwich Sportsman’s Club
2025-07-28 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-31 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-04 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Sandwich Sportsman’s Club, 1104 Hartman Trail, Sandwich, IL, United States
Sandwich Sportsman’s Club. Fishing, trap shooting, camping, pistol and archery ranges. Open trap shoots Thursdays 6-9 p.m., $4 for members and $5 for nonmembers and open archery shoots Mondays 7-8 p.m., $4 with your equipment, $5 to use theirs. Meetings at the club, 4th Sunday of the month at 4 p.m., 1104 Hartman Trail, Sandwich, Ill. www.sandwichsportsmansclub.com.

Wisconsin Fishing Club, Ltd.
2025-07-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Grainger’s Sports Pub & Grill, 3500 W. Howard Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States
Wisconsin Fishing Club, Ltd.—Meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Mondays during the months of Jan., Feb., March, May, Sept., and Oct.; and on the 2nd Mondays during June, July, August (summer schedule), November and December, and on the 4th Monday in April. The 2nd Monday in April are the DNR hearings and we prefer our members attend the DNR meetings. Meetings starting at 7 p.m., with speakers at 8 p.m.
Location of meetings: Grainger’s Sports Pub & Grill, 3500 W. Howard Ave., Milwaukee, Wis. (at the corner of Loomis and Howard).
For info: wisconsinfishingclub.com.
Izzy Sorce, President, 414-550-0699, funlovnteachers@gmail.com

Walleyes Unlimited USA
2025-07-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Pallas Restaurant, 1657 S. 108th St., West Allis, WI, 53214, United States
Walleyes Unlimited USA
One of the top multi-species fishing clubs in the country. We fish for pike, muskie, large and smallmouth bass and of course walleye.
We have one meeting per month on the last Wednesday alternating between Wisconsin and Illinois at 7 p.m.
In Wisconsin we meet at Pallas Restaurant, 1657 S. 108th St., West Allis, WI 53214. Meetings are in January, March, May, July (different location), September, and November.
In Illinois we meet at Gurnee American Legion, 749 Milwaukee Ave., Gurnee, IL 60031. Meetings are in February, April, June, August (different location), October and December.
Check website at walleyesunlimitedusa.org/index.html, or for info call Bob Clark at 847-274-8247.

Breaking Water Bass Club Friday Tournament at Belleville Lake
2025-08-01 20:00 - 2025-08-02 20:00
August 1
Breaking Water Bass Club Friday Tournament at Belleville Lake – West, in Wayne County, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
For info: 734-320-1416, varneyr@gmail.com.

Green Lake Open Fishing Clinic
2025-08-02 10:00 - 12:00
August 2
Green Lake Open Fishing Clinic at Green Lake Family Aquatic Center, 1100 River Oaks Drive, Calumet City, IL 60409.
Hours: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Learn to fish with instructions. Equipment provided. A fishing license is required for individuals 16 years of age and older.
Register for 30-minute time slots. Provided by Get Hooked.
For info: 708-868-0606, sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov

Alpena Bass Club 4th Season Open Tournament at Lake Winyah
2025-08-03 07:00 - 15:00
August 3
Alpena Bass Club 4th Season Open Tournament at Norway Dam Boat Ramp, Lake Winyah in Alpena County.
Will be launching an Campers Cove. Permit required.
Hours: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For info: 989-255-3636, markebaileyjr@gmail.com, alpenabassclub.com.

Oswegoland Fishin’ Fools
2025-08-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Allied First Bank, 3201 Orchard Rd., Oswego, IL, United States
“Oswegoland Fishin’ Fools” a multi-species club for anglers with or without boats. Frequent outings and topical seminars available. We meet the 1st Monday of each month at the Allied First Bank, 3201 Orchard Rd., Oswego, Ill. For more information go to www.fishinfools.org or call Danny at 815-735-0425.

Prairie State Bassmasters
2025-08-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Bass Pro Shop, Bolingbrook, 709 Janes Ave, Bolingbrook, IL, 60440, United States
Prairie State Bassmasters—We are a B.A.S.S. affiliated club that holds our meetings at Bass Pro Shops in Bolingbrook, Ill., the first Monday of each month.
Come experience tournament bass fishing and learn. We offer boater, non-boater competition and have sent a Bass Nation national contender from Illinois to the National Championship three years in a row, as well as had the 2014 Individual State Champion and the 2015 IBN Team Champion hail from our club.
Tournaments are held in Illinois and Wisconsin (within 250 miles of Bollingbrook).
If you are interested in joining our bass club, please visit our website, see us on Facebook, or stop by our next meeting. prairiestatebassmasters.com.

Okauchee Fishing Club
2025-08-05 19:00 - 21:30 | New Berlin Ale House, 16000 West Cleveland Ave., New Berlin, WI, 53151, United States
The Okauchee Fishing Club is a multi-species fishing club that fishes all over Wisconsin. Established in 1967, we are a club that helps fishermen and women become better with a focus on teaching by experienced anglers.
We meet on the first and third Tuesday of every month at the New Berlin Ale House 16000 West Cleveland Ave. New Berlin, WI 53151. Come and here great guides and experts teach their skills, favorite lakes and streams. Get current fishing reports from club members.
Our formal meeting from 7:00 – 9:30 is the first Tuesday and features great speakers, and a raffle.
The cost for non-members is $5.00.
The third Tuesday our shorter “informational meeting” features round table discussion with members and mini seminars by members, 20-30 minutes.
Both meetings include “Fish Talk”, where members share their recent fishing experiences.
We plan 12-14 outings a year and ongoing contests as well as an annual club tournament. We have an annual picnic and awards banquet as well.
Contact Jim Kophamel, club president at jkophamel@wi.rr.com or (414) 350-1011 for membership information or go to www.ofcfish.com.

Greater Chicago Bassmasters
2025-08-05 19:30 - 21:00 | The Silver Stallion, 1275 Lee Street, Des Plaines, 60018, United States
Greater Chicago Bassmasters of the Chicagoland Area is a teaching and learning club that focuses on having fun bass fishing. We are a B.A.S.S. affiliated club.
Meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month at The Silver Stallion in Des Plaines. Meetings are open to anyone who wants to learn about the club and meet some of the guys.
Visit us on the web at www.greaterchicagobass.com or call Matt at 630-258-4180.

Northwest Towns Sportsmen’s Club
2025-08-05 19:30 - 21:00 | American Legion Hall Wauconda, 515 Main St, Wauconda, IL, United States
Northwest Towns Sportsmen’s Club—meets the first Tuesday of every month from September through May in the American Legion Hall, 515 Main St., Wauconda, IL.
NWTSC is a social organization, formed and participated in by sportsmen with common interests in hunting, shooting, fishing, and boat related activities.
HalFor information, contact Don Haug at doca42@ameritech.net or 847-494-5132.

Presque Isle Kids Fishing Days
2025-08-06 10:00 - 13:00
July 9, 23 & August 23
Presque Isle Kids Fishing Days at Lynx Lake Resort & Bar, 10683 County Hwy B, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Bait and mentors are provided. Lunch and prizes too!
For info: https://vilaswi.com/events/2025-07-09.

Blackhawk Bassmasters
2025-08-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Max and Benny’s, 461 Waukegan Rd., Northbrook, 60062, United States
Blackhawk Bassmasters: We are an Illinois BASS Nation club based out of Northbrook, Ill. We fish Illinois and Wisconsin waters. Each year we send a club team to the IL BASS Nation State Team Qualifier as the first step towards a chance at the Bassmaster Classic. For information on the club please contact us at blackhawkbassmasters@gmail.com.

Anglers Unlimited of Lake County
2025-08-06 19:30 - 21:00 | American Legion Hall, Round Lake, 111 E. Main St., Round Lake, IL, United States
Anglers Unlimited of Lake County, Ill. meets the first Wednesday of every month at the American Legion Hall, 111 E. Main St., Round Lake, Ill, at 7:30 p.m. We are a bass fishing club. Annual dues are only $35 For more information, contact Club President Patrick Burke, 224-805-1578, or visit www.anglers-unlimited.com and check out our tournament schedule.

Mishicot Sportsmen’s Club
2025-08-06 20:00 - 21:30 | Mishicot Sportsmen’s Club, 13804 Jamb Creek Rd., Mishicot, WI, 54228, United States
Mishicot Sportsmen’s Club—Meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month at 8 p.m. at 13804 Jamb Creek Rd., Mishicot, WI 54228, west of Mishicot off of Hwy. 147. Public is welcome, contact David Gohr 920-901-9229 or Dave Koller (920) 323-0127.

Fishers of Men Fishing Club
2025-08-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Lutheran Church of the Master, 1200 69th Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN, 55430, United States
Fishers of Men Fishing Club meets the first Thursday of each month at the Lutheran Church of the Master, 1200 69th Ave. N., Brooklyn Center at 7:00pm.
For more info: John @ 612-670-0707 or www.fishersofmenclub.org.

Midwest Musky Club
2025-08-07 19:30 - 21:00 | Village Sportmen’s Club, 5201 W. 115th St., Alsip, IL, 60803, United States
Midwest Musky Club meets the first Thursday of every month at the Village Sportsman Club, 115th St. and Laramie Avenue, Alsip, IL 60803, at 7:30 p.m. We are a multi-species fishing club. New members welcome. Annual dues: $45. Admission is free to the public.
For information:
www.facebook.com/MidwestMuskyClub/
www.midwestmuskyclub.com

Boulder Junction’s Musky Capital of the World Musky Tournament
2025-08-08 13:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-09 07:00 - 17:00
August 8-9
Boulder Junction’s Musky Capital of the World Musky Tournament on Boulder Junction area lakes. In conjuction with the Boulder Junction’s Musky Jamboree.
Tournament hours: Friday 1 – 8 p.m., Saturday 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
This is a catch and release, 2-person team, musky tournament Registration fee is $150/2-person team.
Find all the information and how to register at muskyjamboree.com, contact Boulder Junction Chamber of Commerce, (715) 385-2400 or boulderjct@boulderjct.org, boulderjct.org.
