2023 Frostbite - February 16-18 2023
Everything You Need to Know to Enjoy Frostbite Winter Festival...
Are you tired of waiting until spring to dust off your golf clubs? So were some folks in Harrison when they first started the Frostbite Open in the early 1980's.
How Did Frostbite Winter Festival Begin?
A small group of people decided that it would be fun to plow a nine-hole course on frozen Budd Lake. They used tennis balls instead of golf balls and drilled shallow holes in the ice to play. a few rounds.
In the years following this first fun wintertime diversion the event became an extremely popular form of winter fun in Harrison and is now know as Frostbite Winter Festival. The Harrison Area Chamber of Commerce and many amazing volunteers plan months in advance for this uproarious event.
In the years following this first fun wintertime diversion the event became an extremely popular form of winter fun in Harrison and is now know as Frostbite Winter Festival. The Harrison Area Chamber of Commerce and many amazing volunteers plan months in advance for this uproarious event.
What Can You Do at Frostbite Festival?
In the years following this first fun wintertime diversion the event has grown to include:
Golf on Ice
The addition of a "sled" building contest was a big hit with people from all over the state planning months in advance to take home the trophy for best sled. With fun themes and prizes to plan around, creative and ingenious sleds were developed to bring necessary supplies along with the team of golfers.
Inner Tube Race
Frozen turkey bowling helps to get rid of holiday "leftovers"!
Polar Dip
Go ahead and take the plunge in the icy waters of Budd Lake!
Chile & Soup Cook-Off
Get your favorite recipe ready for the Chile & Soup Cook-Off. Whether it's great-grandma's recipe or your own creation, we know that the judges will enjoy tasting the samples!
Ice Fishing Tournament
For those that want more to do, the event holds an Ice Fishing Tournament. Set your tip-up and watch for a bite. Prizes are awarded in several categories.
Extras
To cap off the event, many of the local establishments provide special entertainment, food, and fun. Warm-up with a great meal and beverage.
How To Participate
Plan to register your team and head to Harrison February 10-13, 2022. For more information and to register contact the Harrison Area Chamber of Commerce at 989-539-6011.
Where to Stay
Where to stay:
Lakeside Waterfront Lodging in Harrison overlooks Budd Lake or choose one of our other fine accommodations:
Best Western - Clare
Doherty Hotel - Clare
Lone Pine Motel - Clare
Quality Inn - Clare
Lakeside Waterfront Lodging in Harrison overlooks Budd Lake or choose one of our other fine accommodations:
Best Western - Clare
Doherty Hotel - Clare
Lone Pine Motel - Clare
Quality Inn - Clare
Where to Eat
While visiting Clare County, sample some of our fine restaurants and local diners. From elegant dinners, cafes with home cooking and fast food, to singing karaoke in one of the area lounges - you have a choice! Click here for some choices.
