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on: December 17, 2012, 10:47:29 PM
Hi Guys,

We have a lot of new ice fisherman and I would like to get all the safety tips for all of us to review.

Here is my list.

1. Send the heavy guy out first! Oh that's me! Take a spud bar and make sure you hit the ice 2 to 3 times first. If it doesn't go through than move forward carefully.

2. Fish with a partner

3. Have a pair of ice spikes around your neck to help grasp the ice to get out.

4. Please watch the safety video's on the site to help you get out.

5. Warm boots and layers of clothes.

There is much more but i will leave that to some other posts. Ice thickness and ice color?
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Reply #1 on: December 18, 2012, 12:19:04 AM
Always go back in the same way you went out onto the lake or pond.
Never walk out by cat tails etc.  They create heat and make the ice weak.
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Reply #2 on: December 18, 2012, 06:25:51 AM
Remember clear ice is always safer than milky ice. 
Also a dry change of clothes, including shoes and underwear in your vehicle is critical!  That's helped me twice after I've gone thru.
Beware the first foot or 2 around shore.  Sometimes the freeze/thaw will weaken this ice.  Both times I went in, I was within a few feet of shore.
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Reply #3 on: December 19, 2012, 12:03:29 PM
Following others foot tracks who've ventured on the earlier is recommended.

CARRY A WHISTLE that is easily obtainable if you fall in or need assistance.

Carry a small, LED FLASHLIGHT  to signal others.

BOOT SPIKES are a must and part of my gear essentials.
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Reply #4 on: December 19, 2012, 03:38:33 PM
Definitely want to carry ice spikes and wear ice cleats on your boots. I have taken some nasty spills on the ice because I forgot my cleats. A few times I hit so hard I thought i broke bones. It wouldnt be good if you broke a leg from falling or got knocked out from hitting your head and passed out on the ice. If you got knocked out and nobody was around to help you you could end up freezing to death. Also carrying an extra set of clothes is very important. I went threw at Mosquito 2 seasons ago. Thankfully I was with some other IFO members and Snowcone was able to take me to walmart to get some dry cloths. If not for that it would have ended my day early or could have been a lot worse.Of all days I forgot my spare set in my truck because I rode up with a friend. Safety should always come first. You can never be prepared for every situation but you want to cut down the risk anyway that you can. Even if it takes more time or adds a few pounds to your sled for safety equipment it is a must.
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