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New Hampshire => Ice Fishing New Hampshire => Topic started by: ian L on Jan 10, 2019, 09:24 AM
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I'm new to ice fishing for rainbows and brook trout, and I don't know anywhere worthwhile. Does anyone have any suggestions on any safe ponds or lakes to ice fish? I'm not asking for your spot I just wanted a few ponds and lakes I could give a shot at. I'm from Manchester btw and willing to take a drive for some fishing. Thanks!
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Everything you need to know to get started right here:
https://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/maps/bathymetry.html
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https://wildlife.state.nh.us/fishing/where-fish.html (https://wildlife.state.nh.us/fishing/where-fish.html)
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lol I've been looking at that website for months now that's why I came to this website for help.
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There’s your full list of anywhere “worthwhile”, without looking for anyone’s spots. It doesn’t get easier than that. Pick one and go. They all have trout. And check ice as you go. Who would take a strangers word on that?
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Just a reminder you can't fish trout ponds.
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lol I've been looking at that website for months now that's why I came to this website for help.
So what’s the issue? What is it you need help with?
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Nobody's gonna put their "worthwhile" spot in this thread because people will see it and it won't be worthwhile anymore.
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Nobody's gonna put their "worthwhile" spot in this thread because people will see it and it won't be worthwhile anymore.
There’s that, and he specifically said he’s NOT asking for someone’s spots ::) lmao!
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lol I've been looking at that website for months now that's why I came to this website for help.
Not sure what other help we can offer, bud. The list I gave has body of water, the town and all the species that are in it. As long as it isn't a "designated" trout pond that is closed to ice fishing, it's all you need. Back in Late December, I took my wife up in the White Mountains for a few days before Christmas and wanted to get on some early ice so I know the towns I'd be in, printed some maps, brought the spud bar and a few traps and checked them out and that's how you learn. It's the best help I can give without saying go to the south end of "pond X" by the boat ramp. Truth is, there are lots of varrying ice conditions....ever in the same towns depending on elevation, wind, etc. Best to check as you go but those maps and the list give you a solid starting point. Heck, I think it's half the fun to be honest. Good luck.
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lol I know nobody's gonna give me a worthwhile spot but it doesn't hurt to ask for a lil help ya know.
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sorelippin thanks man I guess that's what I'll try. I was just asking if anyone knows a lake or pond that's not completely fished out. cuz from were I am its a long drive to get up north just for a shot at ah trout but that's fishing huh lol
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The long drives are part of the adventure....if it was meant to be so easy then its not as fun. You can simply buy fish at the market. Last week me and my crew drove 2.5 hours into Maine just to have a fun adventure day. Exploring is part of the fun.
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sorelippin thanks man I guess that's what I'll try. I was just asking if anyone knows a lake or pond that's not completely fished out. cuz from were I am its a long drive to get up north just for a shot at ah trout but that's fishing huh lol
Exactly. And no body of water is going to be completely fished out. The big lakes are always a good bet and there are safe spots. You're more than likely going to see people out and about so embrace the chase and read up on threads by using the search function on techniques for trout if you're new to it. Lots of good information here if you look. Good luck.
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The long drives are part of the adventure....if it was meant to be so easy then its not as fun. You can simply buy fish at the market. Last week me and my crew drove 2.5 hours into Maine just to have a fun adventure day. Exploring is part of the fun.
He's alive....
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I don't usually target them in the winter, but I fish them often in Spring & Fall....
this is a good list to start....many get a fall trout stocking....some broodstocks, too.
https://wildlife.state.nh.us/fishing/trout-year-round.html
i think all of the 2 trap salmon + trout lakes all have trout, too....some large holdovers that aren't broodstock straight from the tanks...
https://wildlife.state.nh.us/fishing/ice-fishing.html
most guys fish shallow over sand flats with streams coming in.....or rocky shores. both can produce.
check out google maps satellite view and webapp.navionics,com for spots, then fish a bunch of them to see which 1's are good
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Im finished my middle eastern adventures and finally back home for good. Hope you are doing well!!
He's alive....
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use the search function and you'll even find specific bodies of water to target...... once you've picked a body of water search again and you may even find someone's spot they posted on here..... at the very least you'll find typical areas ppl target and then you can plan from there.....
part of the fun is trying to figure it out yourself. I learned how to target Lakers pretty successfully in NH. I took the knowledge I had of contour maps and what has been successful and applied it to lake champlain. Last year I did a ton of research on my own, through navionics found a house on airbnb that had the kind of structure I was looking for. Went out and caught my PB Laker. What made that PB so special was i fished a body of water for the first time, planned, researched and did all on my own. That's what makes it fun. You have to know the right questions to ask and how to ask it. Also, you have to put in your time..... only 4 posts on here means you probably haven't contributed much to the community, ppl aren't gonna tell you their secrets just yet!
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I’m remembering a thread, not remembering it’s name, from a couple years ago or so, on the topic of targeting Rainbows specifically. Just about everyone kicked in their 2cents on that one. Talk about a blue print for how to catch rainbow trout. It was all in there. Start digging.
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I’m remembering a thread, not remembering it’s name, from a couple years ago or so, on the topic of targeting Rainbows specifically. Just about everyone kicked in their 2cents on that one. Talk about a blue print for how to catch rainbow trout. It was all in there. Start digging.
I’ll try to find it. That was a good one. I think AA and NHTF did a video to go along with it?
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This one right?
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=331364.0
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This one right?
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=331364.0
That one certainly does the trick too. Can’t do better than video. The one i’m Thinking of was just an open dialogue with a lot of very detailed responses about strategies and techniques. From all the same cast of characters. Very, very helpful stuff to anyone just trying to get started.
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Yea there are 2 others with loads of info that put that one to shame
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Yea there are 2 others with loads of info that put that one to shame
Exactly. Discussion covered deep water techniques, shallow, baits, structure, gear, all of it. Whole spectrum, if I recall.
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That video is no longer available.
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Yeah, one i’m Thinking of didn’t have video attached. I think it may have pre-dated that video. Whichever. Somebody asked about rainbow trout fishing and caught evvvverybody on a right-side-of-the-bed day. The rainbow trout fishing encyclopedia, in synopsis, handed right to them.
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https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=263792.0 (https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=263792.0)
This one was a oldie but goodie ;)
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https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=328969.0 (https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=328969.0)
And there’s the other, I’ve said it a million times I’ll help anyone with any info. You flat out wanted spots and I want to hear that dirty little mouth say it! ;D jk, but not really. Anyway these posts will set you up for success if you follow them now it’s on you.
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https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=263792.0 (https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=263792.0)
This one was a oldie but goodie ;)
Da HAHHhhh! ;)
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Like everyone is saying it's not about any specific lake but being able to find lake that has trout (use NHFG website) and then researching everything and anything you can find that will help make you successful. And then it's trial and error from there. Learning and being able to apply the knowledge to any lake is key.
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https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=278843.0 (https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=278843.0)
This is worth your while as well, now everything is right here combined
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Up in my neck of the woods ,you can get rainbows at martin meadow ,pearl lake and streeter pond.
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Up in my neck of the woods ,you can get rainbows at martin meadow ,perch pond and streeter pond.
Don't forget Pearl Lake in Lisbon.
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Dick! When did you go plural! ;D
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Will the real dickbaker please stand up
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Don't forget Pearl Lake in Lisbon.
Dick, I meant Pearl not Perch and have revised thank-you ! ;D
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https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=328969.0 (https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=328969.0)
And there’s the other, I’ve said it a million times I’ll help anyone with any info. You flat out wanted spots and I want to hear that dirty little mouth say it! ;D jk, but not really. Anyway these posts will set you up for success if you follow them now it’s on you.
Lmao :roflmao:
But seriously, great stuff. Those videos and old threads are priceless Frank.
It all comes down to just getting out there and trying things. When I started fishing many years ago as a kid, I just headed out exploring. I think the old bathymetry maps were just in print then. You learn a little every time you get out. There were no such things as forums , or computers, for that matter..lol
That being said, I finally caved to technology, and now find some really great stuff on here. And some great people that are nice enough to share their thoughts. The search button is your friend.
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Absolutely, I’m 100% self taught. Though you start out handicapped, I think you end up in a far better spot. Almost every kid I grew up with who had dads that were stud outdoorsman all suck to be honest with you. My old man is a tidal smelt guy and I love doing it too but I wanted to catch trout, so guess what figure it out pal! We didn’t have all these resources, I was the very end of the kids who still didn’t have phones in school and used encyclopedias. Now get off my lawn! Lmao
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Absolutely, I’m 100% self taught. Though you start out handicapped, I think you end up in a far better spot. Almost every kid I grew up with who had dads that were stud outdoorsman all suck to be honest with you. My old man is a tidal smelt guy and I love doing it too but I wanted to catch trout, so guess what figure it out pal! We didn’t have all these resources, I was the very end of the kids who still didn’t have phones in school and used encyclopedias. Now get off my lawn! Lmao
I used a chisel and a slide rule. :woot:
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:roflmao:
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Almost every kid I grew up with who had dads that were stud outdoorsman all suck to be honest with you.
Kinda curious Frank, Does this include Brad?? :-\
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Lmao! No, I like the cut of his jib @)
Hey I called you earlier and left a message ;)
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Lmao! No, I like the cut of his jib @)
Hey I called you earlier and left a message ;)
;D
Got the message, thanks.
Not sure how we're going to coordinate calls, but as you said, there's always the interweb. ;)
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Yes sir
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The NH Fish and Game website can help with the body of water and species(as others have said), then pairing that with Navionics to get a better detailed contour map to find locations as well has worked for us.
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I hope he is happy with the results he got far more than he even asked for, now I’m sure it’s another take the info a check the Fish and that’s the end.....which is what I’m seing a lot of people doing now! But I guess they always get what they need, I’m part of the younger demographic but still I started out alone with very little and worked my way to find the fish and make it work, I hope he posts success pictures and gives some good info! Here’s to all the good on’s On the shanty
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I decided to stay out of this one because it was so well covered,I didn't see the need for another old codger. To.ppe up saying how in his day he waded through waist deep snow (ankle deep on every one else)telling how he cut through 3 ' of ice with a butter knife. . To catch 4' long pickerel with a hot dog... OK it's Friday, works dragging.tomorrow can't come soon enough. .OP.. you got alot of good advice here, go forth fish, post your results, help will come ,we as a team will guide and support you you just have to put forth an effort to earn the trust...good luck!
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well, I really appreciate the links to other chats on ice fishing rainbows, I spent at least 3 hours reading all the chats u guys linked then I wrote down the tips on egging the holes I had no idea that's how u did it lol.
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Now all we need is some success pictures!!!!!
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well, I really appreciate the links to other chats on ice fishing rainbows, I spent at least 3 hours reading all the chats u guys linked then I wrote down the tips on egging the holes I had no idea that's how u did it lol.
Glad to hear!
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I decided to stay out of this one because it was so well covered,I didn't see the need for another old codger. To.ppe up saying how in his day he waded through waist deep snow (ankle deep on every one else)telling how he cut through 3 ' of ice with a butter knife. . To catch 4' long pickerel with a hot dog... OK it's Friday, works dragging.tomorrow can't come soon enough. .OP.. you got alot of good advice here, go forth fish, post your results, help will come ,we as a team will guide and support you you just have to put forth an effort to earn the trust...good luck!
Both funny and well said, Joe!
Hope you had a good day today?
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Anyone ever go to willand pond in somersworth for trout in the winter? I know there's trout in there. I wonder if there's any fatties though.
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Lmao! No, I like the cut of his jib @)
Hey I called you earlier and left a message ;)
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Absolutely, I’m 100% self taught. Though you start out handicapped, I think you end up in a far better spot. Almost every kid I grew up with who had dads that were stud outdoorsman all suck to be honest with you. My old man is a tidal smelt guy and I love doing it too but I wanted to catch trout, so guess what figure it out pal! We didn’t have all these resources, I was the very end of the kids who still didn’t have phones in school and used encyclopedias. Now get off my lawn! Lmao
Pal 😆😆😂😂
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Whoops!
Didn't think you'd be back so soon, Brad..... ;)
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Whoops!
Didn't think you'd be back so soon, Brad..... ;)
Think ill stick around😉
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Think ill stick around😉
It will be good to have you and Frank back around.
Less fiction than Space book. ;D