To all of those members who have suggested buying this book for us new or inexperienced ice fishermen, thank you! My copy arrived yesterday and I'm 90% through it on this first go-round. Tons of very species specific relevant information, although I found the equipment list somewhat dated in the early chapters. But hey, it was written nearly 20 years ago so that should be expected.
But the lake sketches along with the text relating to them, the techniques and explanations of jigging cadence, minnow rigging, etc. are very, very, helpful and the how-to's about when, where and why will surely add a new dimension to the upcoming ice season for me.
New guys.....(like me).... do yourself a favor and buy the book; it will be worth the $3-10 you'll spend on it!!!!