Ice safety

[Logdogjr]

I’ve been fishing with family/friends. And had no problem with the ice. But now I’m going out on my own and the the ice seems so intimidating especially when you step on it and it pops right away. Any tips?

 

[Logdogjr]

I’ve been fishing with family/friends. And had no problem with the ice. But now I’m going out on my own and the the ice seems so intimidating especially when you step on it and it pops right away. Any tips?

I’ve been on new John’s because I’ve seen people on it but just am nervous to go on a lake that I can’t see any tracks or wholes on

 

[Shockwave]

Maybe continue to check depth? That might give you some piece of mind knowing the depth as you walk out. It also might help to wear a good float suit and ice picks.

 

[Jiffy]

Fuck it! Just drive out there pussy!

Hold my beer.....

 

[Weekender]

How are you planning on getting on the ice? Walking, four wheeler, vehicle? That changes the approach. There was 10" of ice on those canal lakes last weekend so I'm assuming they are closer to 12" now. Drill some test holes on the way to your spot and check ice periodically.

 

[Rowdie]

How are you planning on getting on the ice? Walking, four wheeler, vehicle? That changes the approach. There was 10" of ice on those canal lakes last weekend so I'm assuming they are closer to 12" now. Drill some test holes on the way to your spot and check ice periodically.

Yup just test it before you go into water over your head, and beware of ridges.

 

[701FishSlayer]

Always drill your way out when it's early in the year. Or you need piece of mind. Don't assume any ice is good ice.

 

[Traxion]

Drill your way out or use a spud bar. A good spud bar with solid hits will not penetrate safe ice. Carry ice picks around your neck and wear an inflatable PFD.

 

[shorthairsrus]

from the days of duck hunting and cracking ice with the butt of a guys shotgun---- i have to say i was shocked how little of ice cover that one can walk on.

At the same time though --- these guys showing ice castles on facebook on area lakes when they are pictures from a prior year -- I dont get it why they post stuff like that.

 

[savage270]

Bring a friend with to test it for you:

 

[Fester]

Bring a friend with to test it for you:

Omg that poor girl..that had to of hurt!

 

[woodduck30]

Walking with a 12 ft 2x4 always reassured me when it was thin. I did see a van back in the day with utility poles chained to the front and rear bumpers out on the ice. I'm guessing that was his blanky. Find yours and go with it.

 

[wslayer]

On virgin ice, I do have my ice picks and when walking or driving atv, I have my throwable flotation device from the boat on my arm. Have float coat also. Know they aren't 100% without the bibs

 

[Fester]

Why take the risk? If your questioning it..stay off.