2027 North Country Icebreaker- Breezy Point, MN
Event Start Date: 1/22/2027 5:00 PM
Event End Date: 1/23/2027 10:00 PM
Timezone: CST
2027 North Country Icebreaker
📍 Breezy Point Resort | Breezy Point, MN
📅 January 22-23, 2027
The North Country Icebreaker is
BHA’s biggest gathering in the Midwest
— and one of our most anticipated events of the year!
Join us at Breezy Point Resort on the iconic
Pelican Lake for a weekend of ice fishing,
fellowship, and celebration of our public lands and waters.
This annual, family-friendly tradition brings together
hunters, anglers, and conservationists
from across the country for a truly one-of-a-kind experience.
Enjoy mentored fishing instruction,
hands-on demos from industry pros,
games, raffles, and prizes, and of course,
incredible food—including the crowd-favorite
Wild Game Cookoff Competition!
Whether you’re a seasoned ice angler or brand new to fishing
through the hardwater, the Icebreaker is the perfect way to connect
with like-minded folks, learn new tactics, and experience the freedom
and access that public waters provide.
Ice fishing is one of the best examples of how
public access creates opportunity,
and we’re here to celebrate that together.
This event is proudly presented by
Irish Setter Boots
.
🗓️ Schedule
| Start Time |
End Time |
Event |
Location |
| 8:45 AM |
5:30 PM |
Registration Open |
Conference Room |
| 9:00 AM |
9:30 PM |
Fishing Report |
Conference Room |
| 10:00 AM |
3:00 PM |
Hospitality Tent |
Ice |
| All Day |
- |
Ice Fishing in Breezy Bay |
Ice |
| 10:00 AM |
10:45 AM |
Seminar #1 |
Conference Room |
| 11:00 AM |
11:45 AM |
Seminar #2 |
Conference Room |
| 12:00 PM |
1:30 PM |
Lunch / Fish Fry |
Fawcett House |
| 2:00 PM |
2:45 PM |
Seminar #3 |
TBD |
| 2:00 PM |
2:45 PM |
Seminar #4 |
TBD |
| 4:00 PM |
5:30 PM |
Social Hour |
Conference Room |
| 5:30 PM |
7:00 PM |
Dinner |
Conference Room |
| 7:00 PM |
8:00 PM |
Raffle Drawing/Closing Remarks |
Conference Room |
| 8:00 PM |
11:00 PM |
Live Music ft. Prairie Smoke |
Conference Room |
*Event Schedule subject to change
🏠 Lodging
Discounted lodging is available through
Breezy Point Resort for Icebreaker attendees.
Reserve early — rooms fill fast!
Book online or call
(800) 432-3777
and mention Backcountry Hunters & Anglers
to receive the group rate.
Options include:
- Hotel-style Kings, Double Queens, and Whirlpool Suites
- Deluxe Condos, Vacation Homes, and Multi-Bedroom Retreats
- Fish House Rentals
- Or bring your own ice house!
🎟️ Ticket Options
All tickets include access to all weekend activities:
Friday Welcome Party, Demos, Seminars, Saturday Dinner,
and Door Prizes.
- $85 / Adult
- $150 / Couple
- Kids 12 & under: FREE!
- $600 / Table Sponsorship (8 Total Seats)
🔥 Want to Get Involved?
🌲 Why It Matters
This event is open to both BHA members and non-members,
and proceeds directly support BHA’s work for
public lands, access, stewardship, and education
across Minnesota and beyond.
Funds raised at the North Country Icebreaker
help fuel BHA’s mission to
keep public lands and waters in public hands,
strengthen access, and support conservation efforts
across Minnesota and the nation.
Come for the fishing. Stay for the fellowship.
Leave inspired to fight for the wild places we all love.