Author Topic: Checklist - Are You Ready??? (Read 3696 times)

Wellsy · « **on:** Nov 26, 2006, 08:19 PM »

Alright guys,
I know were still in hunting season, but are you ready for the ice yet.
I got my first orders all in, and respooled all thats needed, sharpened hooks, shanty's ready - Auger too. tip ups are good, new jigging rods, and some fresh hali's -frostees-pimples-rapalas ect, ect...

Put an edge on the hand spikes and put the 30' rope back with the ice gear.
What are some good safety tips you use on the ice that might be different from the shelve supply at the local tackle shop???

Think Ice,
Wellsy

pro50guy · « **Reply #1 on:** Nov 26, 2006, 09:08 PM »

yep as ready as ready can be, seems like your always forgeting somthing though. been get'in all my stuff including my shanty ready while everybody is out playin grab a*% in the woods with bambi lol

perchking4ever · « **Reply #2 on:** Nov 27, 2006, 05:48 AM »

yup I'm all ready. cant wait till the ice gets here. i say I'll be on the ice the day after Christmas.

Mainehazmt · « **Reply #3 on:** Nov 27, 2006, 06:21 AM »

I highly recommend and encourage for everyone esp in a perm shack to add a carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector and a fire extinguisher. Add that as basic safety gear on the ice! Propane unvented produces alot of carbon monoxide! Just think a headache in the shack may not be from the adult beverages

Wellsy · « **Reply #4 on:** Nov 27, 2006, 06:28 AM »

Quote from: Mainehazmt on Nov 27, 2006, 06:21 AM

I highly recommend and encourage for everyone esp in a perm shack to add a carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector and a fire extinguisher. Add that as basic safety gear on the ice! Propane unvented produces alot of carbon monoxide! Just think a headache in the shack may not be from the adult beverages

Thats the truth about carbon monoxide, many an outdoorsman have fallen due to poor ventilation.
Most modern shanty's are built with vents, but it is something you should always be aware of.

saranacjoe · « **Reply #5 on:** Nov 27, 2006, 09:05 AM »

I'm Ready. Just need the ICE

iceenut · « **Reply #6 on:** Nov 27, 2006, 09:17 AM »

Just about,been a little side tracked with hunting but now my season is over and the freezer is full of meat I am ready to to put the finishing touches on the ice gear.Can't wait!!

Wellsy · « **Reply #7 on:** Nov 27, 2006, 09:31 AM »

Maybe just wishing, but if you check the extended forecast for the north country we could be in for a good cold snap heading into this weekend

let's just hope when the temp gets low it stays there.

Think Ice,
Wellsy

Robb · « **Reply #8 on:** Nov 27, 2006, 09:32 AM »

Quote from: iceenut0 on Nov 27, 2006, 09:17 AM

Just about,been a little side tracked with hunting but now my season is over and the freezer is full of meat I am ready to to put the finishing touches on the ice gear.Can't wait!!

Mal,

So how'd you do? Big slammer or a nice tender skipper?

Robb

iceenut · « **Reply #9 on:** Nov 27, 2006, 09:46 AM »

Quote from: Robb on Nov 27, 2006, 09:32 AM

Mal,

So how'd you do? Big slammer or a nice tender skipper?

Robb

Somewhere in between

.

coldbum · « **Reply #10 on:** Nov 27, 2006, 12:03 PM »

I think all of my gear has been ready since August or so. I do believe my wife is or did put a nice fat order into fish307.com for Christmas though!
Somethings that Santa could be brining this year!

AquaVue
Auger Blades
Jig Rod Combos , light and medium actions
jig rod case
tackle box
Assortment of small jigs, halis, pimples etc

I have some minnows in the tank trapped from the creek by the Swamp Camp.

Have a new hardside shack for Lake Tanglefoot.

Ok so where is the ice already!

adkRoy · « **Reply #11 on:** Nov 27, 2006, 01:49 PM »

Got my venison in and my wild boar. Just need to remember to bring the propane tanks for the grill with me when I go icefishing.

Wellsy · « **Reply #12 on:** Nov 27, 2006, 06:06 PM »

Quote from: adkRoy on Nov 27, 2006, 01:49 PM

Got my venison in and my wild boar. Just need to remember to bring the propane tanks for the grill with me when I go icefishing.

Sounds like you had a great fall in the woods....where did you get the Boar???

champlainmonster · « **Reply #13 on:** Nov 27, 2006, 06:43 PM »

just put down the rifle for the night and brought out the pack basket wow didn't realize what a mess i left it in last season!!! BRING ON THE ICE

Robb · « **Reply #14 on:** Nov 28, 2006, 07:04 AM »

I did some organizing last night. Got some new 4lb line and a new storage box for jigs and tackle. Fixed a rod tip and spooled the new rod I got for my b'day. I'll be ready when the ice gets here.

Robb

hali-man · « **Reply #15 on:** Nov 28, 2006, 07:08 AM »

Quote from: Robb on Nov 28, 2006, 07:04 AM

I'll be ready when the ice gets here.

Same here- I still have a few things to do, but I'm working on it. 8)

adkRoy · « **Reply #16 on:** Nov 28, 2006, 07:09 AM »

Quote from: Wellsy on Nov 27, 2006, 06:06 PM

Sounds like you had a great fall in the woods....where did you get the Boar???

Ted Nugent's ranch in Michigan!!!!

Tom Leitz · « **Reply #17 on:** Nov 28, 2006, 07:38 AM »

I am ready. Over the summer I bought a Vex, pup-up shanty and a heater. Looking forward to finally using that equipment. I just want to buy some better leader material, and maybe a small gas grill for the venison steaks. Tied a bunch of quick strike rigs last night.

Dr. BlueGill · « **Reply #18 on:** Nov 28, 2006, 09:22 AM »

Just getting around to it but I think most things are in order from last year. I do have about 4 jigging poles now - one for every pound test up to 6. Thanks for reminding me about the auger blades

I need to do that.

Also, do you use a heater or lantern out there? Don't forget about mantels and propane. If you are in a small town you likely won't find them in the local SugarCreek.

coldbum · « **Reply #19 on:** Nov 29, 2006, 05:11 PM »

Quote from: Dr. BlueGill on Nov 28, 2006, 09:22 AM

Also, do you use a heater or lantern out there? Don't forget about mantels and propane. If you are in a small town you likely won't find them in the local SugarCreek.

Great tip, I use a coleman dual fuel lanter and stove for lighting and cooking.I have two Coleman Sportcats (both sizes) I do not recommend them!

I need to get a can of fuel, new mantels and and new heater!

wnybassman · « **Reply #20 on:** Nov 29, 2006, 05:18 PM »

Quote from: coldbum on Nov 29, 2006, 05:11 PM

I have two Coleman Sportcats (both sizes) I do not recommend them!

I agree. I have the smaller one and it does take the edge off the coldest of days, but I wouldn't say it keeps you warm.

Wellsy · « **Reply #21 on:** Nov 29, 2006, 05:20 PM »

I forgot to put the sled savers on my yukon.
Ordered em last night, but I think I got time before that thing see's any use.

UP jigstick · « **Reply #22 on:** Nov 29, 2006, 05:24 PM »

Quote from: wnybassman on Nov 29, 2006, 05:18 PM

I agree. I have the smaller one and it does take the edge off the coldest of days, but I wouldn't say it keeps you warm.

I was cosidering getting a coleman sportcat this year, is there something else that you think works better?

UP jigstick · « **Reply #23 on:** Nov 29, 2006, 05:25 PM »

Quote from: UP jigstick on Nov 29, 2006, 05:24 PM

I was cosidering getting a coleman sportcat this year, is there something else that you think works better?

Considering.. Need to remember the spell check!!

wnybassman · « **Reply #24 on:** Nov 29, 2006, 05:31 PM »

Quote from: UP jigstick on Nov 29, 2006, 05:25 PM

Considering.. Need to remember the spell check!!

Don't get me wrong, I have had this unit for several years now and it has worked great. I first used it in my Clam 2000 and now use it in my Trap Scout. Calm days it will warm these small shanties a little. Windy cold days you have to lean right over the thing to keep warm. It's great if you just want to take the edge off really cold air. Once and awhile I would like to really crank up the heat if I had it, and this heater won't do that.

I'll probably use it again this year......

krappie_king · « **Reply #25 on:** Nov 30, 2006, 12:42 PM »

I'm no where near ready!!!!!!! My dad went overseas, So I gotta buy my owns supplies for the most part. He said I could use his shanty and vex. That just means I gotta buy all new lures, poles, tip ups and what not. I should be done soon though. And that just leaves me to wait around for the ice.

Wellsy · « **Reply #26 on:** Nov 30, 2006, 02:42 PM »

If you have a shanty and a vex to start out with, that is a pretty good start.
I think if money is tight you should go for the jigs and rods first, they work best in the shanty. and add in the tippers as you go.

Doubles Shooter · « **Reply #27 on:** Dec 01, 2006, 05:41 AM »

My gear has been ready since the end of July. All I need to do is order my bait and find some ice. I got out only 1 time last season after I got my new hip in January so I really have the fever this year.

Wellsy · « **Reply #28 on:** Dec 01, 2006, 06:55 AM »

Quote from: dblsshtr on Dec 01, 2006, 05:41 AM

My gear has been ready since the end of July. All I need to do is order my bait and find some ice. I got out only 1 time last season after I got my new hip in January so I really have the fever this year.

Glad everything worked out o.k with your surgery and you are able to get back on the ice agian.
Hopefully, your lost time will be rewarded with some nice slabs.

Doubles Shooter · « **Reply #29 on:** Dec 01, 2006, 12:02 PM »

I can only hope the current 7 day forecast here in western NY holds on for a couple weeks. Maybe Loon and a few smaller lakes will tighten up enough to fish.

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Author Topic: Checklist - Are You Ready??? (Read 3696 times)

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