For Immediate Release

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February 20, 2026

***MEDIA ADVISORY***

New York State Parks' Acting Commissioner Attends Ice Fishing Tournament

Who: New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) Acting Commissioner Kathy Moser attends Thompson's Lake Ice Fishing Contest 

What: OPRHP holds its annual Ice Fishing Contest; awards ceremony; media availability

When: Saturday, February 21, 2026; 12:30PM (tomorrow)

Where:
 Thompson's Lake Campground boat rental shed, 68 Thompsons Lake Road, East Berne, NY 12059. Parking is available. https://www.google.com/maps?q=42.65128434,-74.05057019

Summary: Thompson's Lake Campground at Thacher Park annual Ice Fishing Contest runs from 6:00am to 1:00pm. Prizes awarded; categories are trout, pickerel, and perch. Awards will be handed out shortly after 1:00pm at the boat rental shed.

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