What's the MINIMUM required to try ice fishing?
Nov 30, 2020 11:53:37 #
Egghead wrote:
Well first get good cloths. Striker Ice or mustangs survival gear. They are both coast guard approved PFD good on ice and in a boat. SK pants, carharts regular coats will kill you D E D dead
And maybe scuba gear?
Nov 30, 2020 12:14:00 #
FS Digest wrote:
I used to fish on a lake I knew every inch with out a transducer. I regret that. I found a nice one at a pawn shop.
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You found what at a Pawn shop? A transducer? A fishfinder? More inches? Just got me curious now.
Nov 30, 2020 12:20:44 #
A lot of courage. Wisdom to not go on thin ice. Lots of stay warm goodies and real PFD. Follow good advice. If you have the location and plan on doing it a lot you might as well invest in the proper gear to keep you safe and comfortable on the ice.
Nov 30, 2020 14:03:19 #
Propane Coleman stove to cook up the fresh catch or other things if you’re skunked which happens to me more than I’d like
Nov 30, 2020 14:27:05 #
You could move far enough south that ice would not be a serious problem. For instance, in McAllen Texas I had to mow the lawn on Christmas if we were going to have visitors! If we were traveling North, I just let it grow. Just Sayin...RJS
Nov 30, 2020 15:01:29 #
greenfrog
Loc: Central NJ
Ice picks are a must. Can save your life.
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Nov 30, 2020 20:08:17 #
[quote=greenfrog]Ice picks are a must. Can save your life.
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Tip of the iceberg when it comes to getting minimum gear.
Dec 1, 2020 11:39:48 #
FS Digest wrote:
Yup or a big axe.
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Or a chain saw.
Dec 1, 2020 14:00:58 #
Tanglefoot
Loc: Brevard, North Carolina
I don’t go out on less than 4-5” of ice,and that’s walking not driving out. When you are out there and hear deep, sharp cracking that’s “makin’ ice” which is a good thing.
Dec 1, 2020 14:30:58 #
A 1.75 liter bottle of Southern Comfort can soothe when you're out on the ice! Just don't drive!
Dec 1, 2020 14:37:52 #
Shades of Janis Joplin! That was her drink. Maybe you could sing Me and Bobbie McGee while you are sippin. Just Sayin...RJS
Dec 1, 2020 14:55:56 #
17
Loc: Fairview Heights, Illinois
Be sure the ice is at least 3-4 inches thick and always fish with a partner. Always wear a life jacket with winter coats and winter shoes. Be sure you tell someone where you are at, in case you did not get home in a timely manner. Be sure to bring your cell phone with you, if you have one available. I think it covers most of it. Be safe!
Dec 1, 2020 15:34:10 #
Dec 1, 2020 16:16:16 #
PierRat904 wrote:
Don't bother trying to buy a Frost Free stringer.
Might be a shocker?
Dec 1, 2020 17:06:52 #
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