Author Topic: Gull Lake Ice Update (Read 1301 times)

Eyecatcher · « **on:** Feb 27, 2009, 11:42 AM »

Just got back from checking the ice and it is still a solid 7" out from the launch. Baseline had open water 5-6 feet out to the ice but it was only a couple inches deep. Didn't;t go on the ice there as I was in tennis shoes. I met DGB out there and he was not catching much. Once he told me who he was I backed away as I was a little afraid of a lightning strike.

He was thinking of going home to get the quad and doing a little exploring. I would have to say that there isn't any concern for the outing at this point. Good luck everyone.

mud_n_fun · « **Reply #1 on:** Feb 27, 2009, 12:07 PM »

All the reports so far say we are still on. Everyone says bring your ice cleats. It's slick.

outdoor junkie · « **Reply #2 on:** Feb 27, 2009, 12:17 PM »

Great to hear, see you gentleman tomorrow.

dgb · « **Reply #3 on:** Feb 27, 2009, 12:51 PM »

Quote from: Eyecatcher on Feb 27, 2009, 11:42 AM

Just got back from checking the ice and it is still a solid 7" out from the launch. Baseline had open water 5-6 feet out to the ice but it was only a couple inches deep. Didn't;t go on the ice there as I was in tennis shoes. I met DGB out there and he was not catching much. Once he told me who he was I backed away as I was a little afraid of a lightning strike. He was thinking of going home to get the quad and doing a little exploring. I would have to say that there isn't any concern for the outing at this point. Good luck everyone.

Nice meetng you eyecatcher.....met vex and Caddyschack also. You all survived standing next to me lol. Came out to check the ice and see if I could catch a perch or to and I ended up catching a couple dinks and a couple of smelt Through one down on a tip-up and nothing. Had a lot of some sort of lookers though on the vex but they would just look and leave.Came home for a bite and get the quad. I am really surprised how good the ice is. Should tighten up real well tonight. Vex should be posting a pic with the tape measurer in my hole that read 9 inches. See you all tomorrow....bring your cleats, slick as a ice skating rink.

michianafisherman · « **Reply #4 on:** Feb 27, 2009, 01:01 PM »

See you guys tomorrow.

Iceassin · « **Reply #5 on:** Feb 27, 2009, 02:11 PM »

Yeah...nice meetin' ya dgb...just missed ya' Vex but, dgb said you had a slide rule and an accoutants calculator when u were measuring the ice...nice lookin' out... LOL...Gotta agree,ice is solid and no water on top so quads and sleds should have no problem but it is slick and cleats will be a plus. Asked dgb if he wanted to go have a pre-GLG beer at the Stagecoach but was more interested in getting a little pre-fishin' in

See ya all tomorrow. Oh, by the way fishhead, I'm a member of the UCC and get their newsletter and see nothing of there of a gathering in your area...hmmmm...sounds a little "fishy"

Eyecatcher · « **Reply #6 on:** Feb 27, 2009, 02:48 PM »

It was nice meeting you too DGB. Hope you slay em tonight but leave enough for me for tomorrow.
See you tomorrow

Mr.Vexilar · « **Reply #7 on:** Feb 27, 2009, 04:19 PM »

Ok guys... THey aint lying.. I gotta pic comin up here. DGB it was great to meet you! Im surprised you recognized me based on my age compared to my screen name!!! lol. I must look a little older than i did last year! Too bad i missed you other two guys.. But o well, we'll catch up tomarrow night! You gotta excuse me if you would... I've been pregaming for tomarrow night in the barn with dad and a couple of his buddies and some BL... Pic of ice thickness is being uploaded now... DGB i woulda liked to stay a little longer and watch ya catch some fish but i was scared the ice would randomly break where you were standing so i got the hell outta there!!!!

SEE YOU GUYS TOMARROW NIGHT!!!!!!!! PARTY ON!

Guycanfish · « **Reply #8 on:** Feb 27, 2009, 04:40 PM »

So Vex is it ATV safe??

RealityCheck · « **Reply #9 on:** Feb 27, 2009, 04:46 PM »

were is the pic?...lol Guys not going to need a pic on ice thickness. 6-8" of black ice still with 10 degrees for a low tonight. Be plenty of ice for walking....or quads. Anyone disagree post it now or forever hold your piece.

RealityCheck · « **Reply #10 on:** Feb 27, 2009, 05:10 PM »

just got off the phone with dgb and he says the lake is a popin' and snaping! So like I said it is good, dgb just ran his quad half way down the length of the lake tonight. SO......the light is greeen for quads also. Any other questions guys?

oh ya don't forget $5 for parking at praireville launch. And $5 for raffle...least I think that is what it is..MUD can you verify how much for raffle, and what is up for raffle?

jjmoser · « **Reply #11 on:** Feb 27, 2009, 06:54 PM »

I will definatly have my quad there, this is good news. I can help tote some coups if needed.
JJ

RealityCheck · « **Reply #12 on:** Feb 27, 2009, 07:19 PM »

I haven't felt this good about a fishing trip in a while. The ice is shaping up...and the forcast for the next few days should be pretty good for ice fishing. Barometer is spiking to the high side right now though. I came to Gull for the fishing but will mostly be BSing and having a good time ........just like here but no MODS to censor me!

quiter · « **Reply #13 on:** Feb 27, 2009, 07:22 PM »

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Author Topic: Gull Lake Ice Update (Read 1301 times)