talked to some guys friday when i checked the ice. went back today and there were fish all over they left on the ice. some guys came out after us, and left before we did, and they left fish on the ice. i know nothing in nature is wasted, the crows, mink and 'yotes gotta eat too. if the fish you catch are too small, or you don't want to eat them, throw 'em back and let 'em grow. save them for kids to catch. kids don't care how big fish are, as long as they're catching, the faster the better. sorry, i just had to vent. good luck, and be safe.