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Pennsylvania => Ice Fishing Pennsylvania => Topic started by: JMZ on Jan 17, 2021, 12:19 AM
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Can I make a suggestion? If you are looking for a report for a certain lake, why don't you make the the request in the counties I have posted. It bugs me when I to go to a posting about lake conditions and find a request "for conditions on the lake". I will check "Luzerne County Reports Wanted" thread and go to that lake in a day or so and check out the conditions at the lake. You can compensate me for my gas! LOL
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Can I make a suggestion? If you are looking for a report for a certain lake, why don't you make the the request in the counties I have posted. It bugs me when I to go to a posting about lake conditions and find a request "for conditions on the lake". I will check "Luzerne County Reports Wanted" thread and go to that lake in a day or so and check out the conditions at the lake. You can compensate me for my gas! LOL
Hey Dinkmaster,
I guess I'm missing something in your post and sorry if this is a dumb question but how do I do that?
Thanks
JG
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I don’t even know why there are so many reports Or requests for reports on THIS page! Isn’t that what the REPORTS page is for?! ;) ::)
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I don’t even know why there are so many reports Or requests for reports on THIS page! Isn’t that what the REPORTS page is for?! ;) ::)
I just wanted to start a county thread where people could ASK for a report for a lake in a certain county. When I see a posting for a certain lake I expect to see that there is safe ice of there is not safe ice. We all want reports for lakes so why should people even have to ask? ::)
Maybe I should have put this NEPA Reports Wanted thread on the reports page but I did't want to confuse people. If this bugs you, don't ask, thats OK. ???
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Hey Dinkmaster,
I saw you other post, I get it. We normally fish Mauch Chunk in Carbon, although if we want to fish this year we may have to further North. I was thinking about Promise Land also.
Thanks
JG
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I just wanted to start a county thread where people could ASK for a report for a lake in a certain county. When I see a posting for a certain lake I expect to see that there is safe ice of there is not safe ice. We all want reports for lakes so why should people even have to ask? ::)
Maybe I should have put this NEPA Reports Wanted thread on the reports page but I did't want to confuse people. If this bugs you, don't ask, thats OK. ???
Nah, doesn’t bother me.................jus t don’t understand it. If I wanna find out about conditions I go to the reports page and look for the lake or lakes I might fish. I always post a report when I get back from a lake.................
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I just wanted to start a county thread where people could ASK for a report for a lake in a certain county. When I see a posting for a certain lake I expect to see that there is safe ice of there is not safe ice. We all want reports for lakes so why should people even have to ask? ::)
Maybe I should have put this NEPA Reports Wanted thread on the reports page but I did't want to confuse people. If this bugs you, don't ask, thats OK. ???
All i am asking guys to post reports for the lakes they are fishing? Don't say what you are catching, so no one will slaughter your honey-hole. Look at all the reports from across the state. Please put the reports on the Reports Page.
If I had enough money for gas, I would go to these places and vacation away from my wife. ;D
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All i am asking guys to post reports for the lakes they are fishing? Don't say what you are catching, so no one will slaughter your honey-hole. Look at all the reports from across the state. Please put the reports on the Reports Page.
If I had enough money for gas, I would go to these places and vacation away from my wife. ;D
Agreed. I have been doing this and it would be nice if others did as well so we all had current info to make informed decisions with our fishing time. There are tons of opportunities for all in PA. I was wondering if people were not posting due to mainly "white ice" from all the precipitation we had. No idea, but I will post when I am fishing PA. Headed to Lake George this weekend, so no posts from me. :tipup:
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I plan to "Fly my Ice Shanty Flag" on my ice spud for the rest of this year. I have 10 Ice Shanty sled stickers to give away if you see me out. But then you'll have to post the conditions; Get it. ;D
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I plan to "Fly my Ice Shanty Flag" on my ice spud for the rest of this year. I have 10 Ice Shanty sled stickers to give away if you see me out. But then you'll have to post the conditions; Get it. ;D
Well, I have 9 stickers left. I owe one to Chris who is a great guy and helps other fishermen by replying to posts.
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Well, I have 9 stickers left. I owe one to Chris who is a great guy and helps other fishermen by replying to posts.
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Headed to Nessmuk this weekend. Will let you know what I find.
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I've been putting names in a hat and giving out stickers to each loyal member who posts conditions. I only have four left. I guess you guys don't like stickers! ;D
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Wallenpaupack has guys out at Wilsonville and Mangan. Fished a pond off of 590 yesterday and it still had 8” of white and 7” of black. Fish seamed to be moving to the shallows. Caught the majority of the fish in 6’ of water off a rocky point with a weed line.
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I've been putting names in a hat and giving out stickers to each loyal member who posts conditions. I only have four left. I guess you guys don't like stickers! ;D
I like stickers JMZ FT :)
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Fished a privater lake in upper Wayne county yesterday. The perch are loaded with eggs now. Temp 15* and very windy. FT :tipup: (https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/[url=https://postimg.cc/ZCJV8Swd]https://i.postimg.cc/ZCJV8Swd/Wrightner-Lake.jpg[/url])(https://i.postimg.cc/ZCJV8Swd/Wrightner-Lake.jpg) (https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/[url=https://postimg.cc/ZCJV8Swd)](https://i.postimg.cc/ZCJV8Swd/Wrightner-Lake.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZCJV8Swd)
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Prompton had around 17 inches the other day. Half white half clear. I would like to go somewhere that has less ice. Anybody?? Mangan cove maybe?
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What was the pull like? Did you get out to the cut area? The channel makes a swing from the launch side to the back side before it goes thru the cut. My son caught a tiger-musky there a few years ago.
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Anyone been out in the pocono area would like to get out 1 more time I have a long ride. Thanks A/P :tipup:
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I heard there was safe ice up in Wayne County, so we went up to Upper Woods on Saturday. Ice was good but fishing was not! 😩
A buddy went to Promised Land and reported the same.
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Thanks for the news gone to hit a private lake in Mt Pocono tomorrow it holds the ice a little later than most. A/P :tipup:
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Sounds good- good luck. Hope the fishing picks up this week. Might take Friday off and try one more day up in Wayne Co. 🤞
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Hit a private lake in Mt Pocono today 7 till 3:30 ice was 12” in all areas I fished walked right on no issues managed some nice calicos and some gills a little water in spots on top that’s it for me this rain could put an end to this season. Till next season A/P :tipup:
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Hit a private lake in Mt Pocono today 7 till 3:30 ice was 12” in all areas I fished walked right on no issues managed some nice calicos and some gills a little water in spots on top that’s it for me this rain could put an end to this season. Till next season A/P :tipup:
Were you up by Belmont? I wonder if anyone is fishing there?
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A buddy of mine said he saw a post on Facebook yesterday that said "Belmont done- 10-15' of open water at shore- can;t get on"
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Hit a private lake in Mt Pocono today 7 till 3:30 ice was 12” in all areas I fished walked right on no issues managed some nice calicos and some gills a little water in spots on top that’s it for me this rain could put an end to this season. Till next season A/P :tipup:
Good day! @)
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Yea not bad business was slow but me and my cuz mustard up a few,cloudy all day I was figuring a better bite but you know how that goes but the deer sausage was good an the company was good we been fishing together for over 40 years stay safe and don’t go alone . A/P :tipup:
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Hey, I’m just hoping to get back on the ice one more time- don’t care if the fishing is slow- but after this rain it might be done! 🙄
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A buddy of mine said he saw a post on Facebook yesterday that said "Belmont done- 10-15' of open water at shore- can;t get on"
Thanks, any word about the Pac. I wonder if Mangans or Ledgedale are open?
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If you want warm water reports go to myfishfinder.com. It would be nice to share some info on what's biting before the bass tournaments start. It would also be nice to know when the crappie are spawning. You don't have to give out your secret spot; just help some of the novices out.
You can use your username and password to log in. Go to PA, then to Lakes, and post conditions.
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If you want warm water reports go to myfishfinder.com. It would be nice to share some info on what's biting before the bass tournaments start. It would also be nice to know when the crappie are spawning. You don't have to give out your secret spot; just help some of the novices out.
You can use your username and password to log in. Go to PA, then to Lakes, and post conditions.
Same ice shanty user name works?
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Met a friend yesterday near Long Pond. Fished a small private lake where there were a only a couple places to get on but the ice was still 9-11in. That said it deteriorated radically by the end of day. Caught lots of small crappie and a couple nice ones but overall an off day for that lake. Still it was great to get out on the first day of Spring! Hung up the gear this am.
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Same ice shanty user name works?
Yesir, just tried it. ;D
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Yesir, just tried it. ;D
It didn’t work for me but signing up was a breeze
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I hit Promised Land off Pickerel Point on Saturday morning and watched a beautiful sunrise! 😎
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A nice last day on the ice!
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I hit Promised Land off Pickerel Point on Saturday morning and watched a beautiful sunrise! 😎
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A nice last day on the ice!
Why don't you repost this picture on Promised Land Reports? It's a great way to end the year with the last post.
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Get the boat ready. It's over.
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Why don't you repost this picture on Promised Land Reports? It's a great way to end the year with the last post.
👍😎
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Has anyone been up to Belmont Dam? I think Pocono Mt. is the coldest place in NEPA. I was up there with my son dinkmaster about 12 years ago and the temp was F=4 with about 10 MPH wind which made it feel below zero.
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I just wanted to start a county thread where people could ASK for a report for a lake in a certain county. When I see a posting for a certain lake I expect to see that there is safe ice of there is not safe ice. We all want reports for lakes so why should people even have to ask? ::)
Maybe I should have put this NEPA Reports Wanted thread on the reports page but I did't want to confuse people. If this bugs you, don't ask, thats OK. ???
used to be easy to give and receive info years ago, you know the old saying, keep it simple...... !
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I would appreciate any exports from Luzerne and Wyoming County posted on the Reports page. How about Lake Carey, Stevens Lake. and Chamberlin Pond, its private but if you know someone you can get on ;D
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Monday evening Sylvan had 5- 5.5 but coming of the boat launch had 3 or less for a good distance and was sketchy ice.
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Keep the reports coming. I am planning to go to the Poconos this weekend. Any reports up in Lac, Wayne, or Pike counties?
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I'm in Pike, yesterday I checked a few of our lakes that around around 90-110 acres had 3.5-5" around 1pm. Haven't check today, we got a lot of rain last night. Amy other reports would be great!
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I’m gonna check conditions tonight. I just checked the hourly forecast for Shohola and we’re not gonna get back to the freezing mark until 7AM Sunday. Then Accuweather says snow later Sunday: 3-6” by Monday morning. Sure hope they are WRONG! ::)
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My first post ! I have been on this site for many years . I fished prompton a couple weeks ago on a friday when it snowed all day . Every person i have met on this lake over the last 5 years including friday have been Aces!! Great people mostly locals . I have a 2 hour drive to get there . Just wanted it to be known its much appreciated 👍👍
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Well, I checked our private lake last night and found 4” with the top 1” soft. But no less than 15 hits with the spud bar before it broke thru.
Returned this morning and everything tightened back up- fished until 10am but left even though the bluegill bite was picking up. I told myself I would leave at 10 when I went out and I stuck to it. Not gonna take any chances.
Promised Land and Tobyhanna are usually a couple inches thicker, so I’m thinking there are probably guys fishing there. However I stayed local because I wasn’t sure how good the ice would be.
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hope to get through one more storm and the ice we have holds
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I think the ice will hold up if it’s not to sunny during the week. A guy was doing ice sculptures this weekend and said the sun is more of a problem than the temp. In two weeks it should be cold again. I remember fishing a few years ago on April 1.
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Any reports for Lac. Wayne, or Pike County? I plan to head tomorrow afternoon. It would be nice to fish and meet some of our members.
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JMZ, I just checked some of our private lakes ranging from 70-100 acres and the ice is sketchy. Only around 3in of bad ice and it's not great getting on, a lot of the shoreline is gone.
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Fyi everyone, 5" on promised land. Saw 3 guys on lower and a few off pickerel point. Heading back out now with the gear for a evening fish. Might be the last for the season.
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I was coming up to White Deer Lake today from the Stroudsburg area. When I started up rte 402 from Marshall’s Creek it was 50* at about 2:45. When I passed Porter’s lake/Peck’s Pond area it was 43* and when I got to White Deer it was 40* at 3:15. 10* difference in about 25 miles and 30 min..............🤪
I saw pictures of Northern Wayne Co. (taken this morning)and there is still quite a bit of snow up there. DIFFERENT WORLD! :o
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Hey Rutt anything fishable this week coming up looks like some cold temps coming in after sat.may come tues.or weds. A/P :tipup:
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A friend of mine might fish Promised land tomorrow. If so, I’ll let you know what he finds.
I hope to be out Saturday and Sunday. Will post reports wherever I end up.
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My buddy is fishing Promised Land Upper Lake right now. See reports page for a report.
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Anyone fishing Lake Jean? I was there last wee and it had 4in of solid ice. The elevation is about 2000 ft so it should get below freezing.
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Anyone fishing Duck Harbor. The last time I was there the ice was solid 5in. There is a big drop to 50 ft about 200 yds on the right. I think there may be some big walleye there. I would like to go up tomorrow if the snow is not bad,
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JMZ, I have not fished DH this year, but I personally would not try it tomorrow. All the NEPA lakes ice has deteriorated the past few days and DH can be tricky. Ice is usually thicker to the left than to the right. If we don't get a lot of insulating snow tomorrow, and we get the colder temps they are predicting, it would be better to wait for the ice to recover before venturing out. Just my two cents. Be safe!
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Absolutely agree with pa carboy . if you do check it out would love to know conditions. Looks like they might get less snow up that way . I think if that holds true .up Northern Wayne co. Is best chance to get back on ice.
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Yep- lot of deterioration Friday/Saturday. I was on Promised Land Saturday and was hoping to go to Duck Harbor on Sunday but decided to stay closer to home and not risk driving over an hour (one way) and having to turn around and go home.
As it was, I almost had to do that at Promised Land on Sunday, but found a spot of safe ice(for me) 100’ from shore. The day before you could go just about anywhere on the lake you wanted.
I had heard on Friday Duck was 4” with bad spots so it is probably very sketchy now! Especially with some snow cover making it hard to see what the ice looks like.
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Yes i seen your report Ruttt Nutt i was out on shohola 1 day ,the only day and had same situation. thanks for little info on Duck. was hoping to get there
this year. less snow there ,hope that helps. not a place to mess around on with iffy ice
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There was a gang on duck harbor two weeks ago. There are no spider holes. The only problem I ever had was the launch opening up.
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I would like to go to duck harbor on Sat if I knew others were going.
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If theres ice i'll be going wherever that is ;D
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If theres ice i'll be going wherever that is ;D
Same here! ;) ;D
I feel the “Aquatic Flu” coming on..............might have to use a sick day Friday! 😜
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I noticed with the colder temps the last few days the local lakes that were open now have skim ice on them. The problem is they are only skimmed over and not capped with several inches. And with the High wind forecasted for tonight into mid/day Saturday it will probably wreck the ice.
The lakes that still had several inches of ice like Promised Land(Upper) and White Deer should be OK this weekend. And some of the good lakes up in Wayne County like Duck Harbor.
It barely got above freezing yesterday and was 13* in Pike Co. this morning. And should be cold thru the weekend. So I am sure there will be options............... ...
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Yes my thoughts exactly, need to be extremely careful. Or wait for someone else to follow. ;) ;) Cant win this year with the weather
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YES- BE CAREFUL! @) Spud, picks and float suit.................. .........and USE them! ;)
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I'm going out Sat and the options are: Brady's, Duck Harbor, or Lake Jean. Lake Jean and Duck Harbor should be OK. Any info on Brady's. Anyone going?
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Pretty sure in reports I read it was open water .
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Does anyone know the conditions at Duck Harbor? I like to fish on a deeper lake this time of the year.
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JMZ,Was there today 4 to 5 inches everywhere .didn't fish deep water today but there was lots of guys out there .