Colby Classic Ice Fishing Derby

06/19/2026

As we go into our Youth Fishing Derby weekend, and the Summer Solstice, we would like to express our gratitude to all of our Anglers and especially our Sponsors who make this event successful! Please visit our website to see the complete list.
https://slfgc.com/2026-colby-classic-sponsors/

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The Saranac Lake Fish & Game Club plans and organizes the annual Colby Classic Ice Fishing Derby which is held during the first full weekend of March. The 42nd

03/14/2026

Check out the Adirondack Daily Enterprise write up on the derby.

Over the four-plus decades that the Colby Classic ice fishing derby has been held in Saranac Lake, participants have experienced all types of weather conditions during the event that takes place on the first Saturday and Sunday in March.

That was the case again, as bright blue skies and warm sunshine greeted competitors on Saturday and then chilly, but by no means frigid winds were prevalent on a Sunday that saw a combination of slush, water and slippery patches of ice make for tricky ice fishing footing.

Although the weather may see changes over derby weekends, two things always remain constant when it comes to the Colby Classic, which was hosted by the Saranac Lake Fish and Game Club for its 42nd straight year. The derby has always been geared toward family fun, and it traditionally brings back many of the same faces each year on the first weekend in March.

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03/08/2026

We want to take a second to thank all our volunteers. Many hours are sacrificed to put together a fun derby for everyone. Please join us in saying thanks, especially to Rocky, the event organizer.

03/08/2026

The 42nd Annual Colby Classic has officially ended. All fish must be scored before 3:15pm. Please join us thereafter at the Lake Colby Beach house to announce winners and drawn bucket prizes, raffle tickets and 50/50. We appreciate all of you in making this another successful event.

03/08/2026

Elliot Burgess with a tank! Maybe our favorite photo of the derby so far. One hour left!

03/08/2026

Mid day update!

03/08/2026

Shaylyn with the first youth trout on the leader board, and Nate with the first tagged fish of the derby! Exciting times for both of them! Keep fishing, there’s still time!

03/08/2026

Current Leaderboard, last weigh in at 3:15pm today, there’s still time!

03/08/2026

New leader, adult Pike. TUPPER LAKE REANDEAU IS IN THE HOUSE! This is Sunday morning leader board at the 2026 Colby Classic Ice Fishing Derby!

03/08/2026

Legend.