Noquebay

[duffmon]

How's the Ice on Noquebay! Is the north inlet still open or is it safe? I would think it isn't, but weather has been cold, just that there has been alot of wind.

[blackbeltman]

this lake is always soft in areas.....  dont like it for that reason... seems to me that all kinds of soft spots with bad ice... know the water there before you venture.

[duffmon]

Thanks blackbeltman,
  Ya, I have been fishing this lake for many years and know how fast the North inlet can change! Many times I have fish this spot to only have it open up while I was fishing it. Having to check everytime I when to inspect my tip-ups. Other times having to remove them because the ice would melt while I was fishing. So I know the lake.

Rule one when fishing any new or suspect lake, Carry a spud and use it every step you take! For me; Two slams with the spud and I can go on, one and I return for where I've previously been. So far I have never fallen in, but there is always a first time , that is why I keep a pair of Ice picks in my top pocket.

[2 dogs]

There have been a few venture out on foot a ways off the north shore but not me, to old for that refreshing dip this time of year. How is Coldron Falls doing?

[duffmon]

Thanks, 2 dogs

I believe the weather is going to warm-up in the coming days, but I will have to get up there and see what I can see.