Good morning, I just got back from checking out the lake. The wind Wednesday night and Thursday really tore up the ice. It opened up the shoreline at the end of Lakeside drive down to Lanzi’s, and bunker hill in spots.
Also, from Fishhouse north to Batchellerville is in bad shape. From what I have seen the south end of the lake is in much better shape than the north.
Check ice as you go out there is still 5-7 of ice where its good. The only good thing is the bad spots are wide open so you can see them. I would not bring any 4 wheelers, side x sides, or snowmobiles on the ice.
Do not attempt to go from one side to the other across the lake. You won’t make it, these new style sleds don’t like open water, they aren’t like the old ones Darin Derocker rides.
Either side of Wally’s Point looks good, and so does the bay off Griffis and by McMurray’s.
Remember this year there is a lot more water than normal, so you don’t have to go far offshore. Still check as you go drill some test holes.
Be extra cautious.
Also remember any fish you catch don’t have to be brought in until 3:59 p.m. on Sunday to Fuel-n-Food or Wally’s. They do not have to be alive, and you can bring them from the road in your truck or car. Heck as nice as it is going to be Sunday maybe by motorcycle. That would be a first.
One last variable is they have closed the dam, so conditions are going to change daily. Whether you fish or hang out at the bonfire at Wally’s enjoy our last weekend of winter.
Let’s make it a great one.
