Cove off Galena is decent ice, I would have to imagine Howards good, 3 days ago ice was 3.5" but don't take my word I didn't check today. The main lake outta the marina isn't good went threw in 2 hit's with the spud. I'll be out either on howard or galena thurs. and possible fri. if anyone wants to meet up give me a pm. Good luck and be safe.