Drop a line, support the PAC!

There's nothing quite like fresh caught perch, bluegill, and walleye you pulled from a frozen Northwoods lake.  Season it with some Shore Lunch, throw it on the cast iron pan and enjoy...

This winter, join us for an incredible ice fishing experience that sets the table for that meal, some great camaraderie, and supports the WTBA's crucial legislative efforts!

The Basics

WHAT: WTBA PAC Ice Fishing Excursion

WHEN: Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026

WHERE: Lake Tomahawk, WI (Specific lake will be announced in the weeks leading up to the event)

WHO: Any employee of a WTBA-member company who wants to support WTBA's ongoing legislative efforts while enjoying camaraderie and catching fish out on the ice in the beautiful Northwoods

HOW MUCH: $200** (Personal cash / Personal check / Personal credit card / Personal Venmo). Individuals will be invoiced once registration is complete.  Participants must use personal money to attend the event.  Per state law, no company money can or will be accepted.  

This donation does not include overnight lodging or a fishing license (details below)

*IMPORTANT: Your registration fee is a voluntary political contribution to the WTBA PAC. The contribution must be made with personal funds, and it is not tax deductible or reimbursable as a business expense. The WTBA PAC cannot accept contributions from corporations. PAC contributions and expenditures are reported to the state of Wisconsin as required by law.

Lodging

Attendees who plan to arrive the night before and/or stay the night of must book their own rooms. 

WTBA plans to organize an informal dinner in Minocqua with any attendees who arrive the evening of Jan. 7.  More details to come

WTBA recommends selecting either the Best Western Plus Concord Inn or the AmericInn by Wyndham in Minocqua.  The hotels are located across the street from each other, just a two-block walk from Minocqua's bars and restaurants, and will be within a 15-minute drive of the lake where we'll fish.

Click the links to learn more and book your room!

Best Western - 320 Front Street, Minocqua, WI 54548

AmericInn - 700 US-51, Minocqua, WI 54548

What to expect

• 20x20 tent with sides, tables, chairs and a patio heater (Sponsored by M3 Insurance)
• Catered lunch on the ice (Sponsored by Liberty Mutual Surety)
• Expert guide with assistant to accommodate up to 25 attendees
• All-day outing, likely beginning at 8 a.m. and lasting until 4 p.m.
• Specific lake location to be announced in late-December or early January
• Informal dinner night before (Jan. 7) with those arriving early

The Guide & Gear

Whether you're an experienced ice fisherman or have never augured out a fishing hole before, you'll be in excellent hands with Northwoods legend Jeff Piazza.

Jeff is nearing the end of his 28th year as a multi-species professional fishing guide.  He has competed in and won many Professional Musky Tournament Trail events across several states.

You can get a taste of what fishing with Jeff will be like via his YouTube video below.

Equipment: Jeff will supply all of the tip-ups and provide some panfish jig rods.  Those who want to bring their own jig rods are welcome, but you will not need an extensive amount of gear.

Licenses: Attendees MUST have a valid Wisconsin fishing license, which you can purchase online through the Wisconsin DNR's Go Wild app.  Annual licenses cost $20.  Single-day licenses are $8.  First-time licenses are $5.

Clothing: Early January in northern Wisconsin can be bitterly cold.  PLEASE PACK ACCORDINGLY.

Thank you, sponsors!

This outstanding event is made possible by our sponsors:

American State Equipment

County Materials Corporation

Liberty Mutual Surety

M3 Insurance

Additional sponsors are welcome!  Please contact Elise Nelson via email by December 1.