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An annual series of fun events on Lake Champlain at City Bay, North Hero, the last two weekends in February.
These events could not happen without the many volunteers, sponsors, and of course, the participants.
Sponsors
Peoples United Bank, Merchants Bank, Tibri, Milton Veterinary Hospital, Earl’s Cyclery & Fitness, Town of North Hero, Hero’s Welcome, North Hero House, Lake Champlain Islands Chamber of Commerce, Local Motion, DC Energy Innovations, Don Stewart, Northern Lake Champlain Advisory Committee, Jamie Hess of Nordic Skater, NHVFD, VT Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation.
Volunteers
Frank & Mary Dattilio, Mary, Larry, Ben and Patrick Dupont, Karl, Kathy & Karl,Jr. Raacke, Ethan Pearson, Pete & Patty Johnson, Keith & Vanetta Darby, Jim Dubuque, Leo Zambrano, Mike Murdock, Mark, Pam, Abby & Phillip Peterson, Grand Isle Rescue, Bob Greenough, Eileen and Richard Mitchell, Tracy Giroux, Ron & Jo-Ann Tier, Happy Dattilio, Diane Beal, Ginny Adams, Jeff & Evan Potvin, Tim Martell, Dave Lawrence, Dwayne Cormier, Bob Camp, Brian Costello, Don Stewart, Jimmy Putnam, Bob & Cathy Merrihew and the staffs of North Hero House, Hero’s Welcome, Local Motion, and the Lake Champlain Islands Chamber of Commerce.
The skating oval on Lake Champlain will be maintained until the end of March, weather permitting. Bring your skates, or rent them at Hero's Welcome! Just get on Route 2 and come to North Hero Village. Free parking. Hot food and drink available each day. Call Hero's Welcome for up to date ice conditions, 802-372-4161.
Results from 2010 (2011 events cancelled due to record snowfall amounts)
The Bonfire and Cookout on the Ice with Chili Contest drew 75 people
Winner of Chili Contest: Ginny Adams of Lakeview Drive
Nordic Skating with Jamie Hess introduced dozens of people to the sport with free rentals and instruction.
The Frozen Chosen Regatta was the most competitive yet with over 25 entries. The grand prize, a $500 mountain bike donated by Earl’s Cyclery was won by Nate Peterson of North Hero.
The Ice Golf Tournament was very challenging this year, with all of that black ice, the fairways were as fast as the greens!.
Flapjack Breakfast at North Hero House served 68 hungry people
The Trek to Knight Island: Well over 100 trekkers skated, walked and skied 4-miles to the off-shore State Park and warmed up by the wood stove in the Ranger's cabin. The skating was made easier by the plowed path.
Over 100 kids participated in the Kids Fishing Derby, 20 trophies were given out.
Atii Sled Dogs and Karen Munson’s horse and sleigh rides entertained folks on the last day of events
Visit the Lake Champlain Islands Chamber of Commerce for more info on activities in the Islands.
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