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    Birthplace: Belgrade, Canada  Mar 18, 2009
    Well, it isn't because of the climate, most newcomers think to themselves, watching in bewilderment as their fellow countrymen have fun skating on outdoor ice rinks or ice fishing on frozen lakes in mid-February. It takes time to get the True North. (Globe and Mail)

    A lot riding on deer meetings  Mar 17, 2009
    Ice fishing shacks must be removed from the ice by Monday, March 16th. Tail Feathers. (Forest Republican, WI)

    North Andover Police Log  Mar 14, 2009
    An officer responded and reported that it appeared to be a group of men ice fishing. All was well. (North Andover Citizen, MA)

    Local men survive car breaking through ice, sinking to lake bottom  Mar 13, 2009
    Jon Stelter, 40, and Michael Meyers, 46, were found by law enforcement in a nearby ice fishing shack, soaking wet and shivering from hypothermia, according to a Polk County Sheriff s Department deputy s report ... Stelter told the deputy that he and Meyers were driving through The Narrows to do some ice fishing when Myers 2008 Honda Fit fell into the water ... The two then walked to the nearest ice fishing shack, where the fisherman let them in to warm up while awaiting help. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)

    NDSCS working to Rekindle DREAM$  Mar 13, 2009
    Other unique items include NDSCS exclusive wine glasses, trips to Kansas for a turkey hunt, Lake of the Woods for ice fishing, the Camen Islands and a University of Nebraska extravaganza. A complete list of items up for live and silent auction is available on. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)

    When lake ice is not what it seems  Mar 13, 2009
    The issue was brought home last Saturday at the Schroon Lake Ice Fishing Derby, where a handful of pickup trucks went through the ice while exiting the lake. The ice on that lake is about two feet thick, said John Huston of the Northwoods Wilderness Guide Service in Schroon Lake. (Albany Times Union)

    Four arrested for thefts from cars  Mar 12, 2009
    Scott J. Dachel, 410 W. Cedar St., reported about a week ago that 80 of ice fishing equipment was taken from his vehicle. At 12:19 p.m., Marsha C. Gilbert reported that someone entered her vehicle while parked at 339 Olive Street and took 200 cash and prescription medicines from her purse. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)

    Wakefield police log  Mar 10, 2009
    The man was ice fishing. 11:31 a.m. A well-being check was conducted on Lawrence and Main streets when it was reported that a man was walking across the lake with a sled. (Wakefield Daily Item, MA)

    Warm water greets winter-weary  Mar 8, 2009
    Then, as I sat in my little portable ice fishing shelter catching small pan fish, my thoughts wondered toward open water fishing my preferred fishing. One time when I returned home, my wife commented that she was tired of the sub-zero conditions. (Forest Republican, WI)

    Letters to the editor (3/7/09)  Mar 7, 2009
    This past weekend someone intentionally took a large piece of firewood and jammed it in their ice fishing hole when they left, sticking straight up, which subsequently froze into the lake. The wind soon covered it with a light dusting of snow. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Huskies come far to find common ground  Mar 7, 2009
    He came to Boston from the Land of 10,000 Lakes, an area known more for pond hockey and ice fishing than hoops. "Everybody can do different things and everybody has different talents," Janning said of NU's backcourt, "and that's what makes us so special.". (Boston Globe)

    S.D. man shot while ice fishing in Iowa  Mar 7, 2009
    The Lyon County Sheriff's Office said in a statement that at 6:04 p.m. Wednesday Rob Johnson and another man were fishing by the Klondike Bridge near Larchwood when they heard gun shots. A round came through their ice shack and struck Johnson in the right hip. (Sioux City Journal)

    Wolves the talk at Great Rockies Show  Mar 6, 2009
    It was a record turnout for the perch derby, said Gene Fincher, organizer for the annual Perch Pounder ice fishing derby. We had 223 anglers participate and a huge crowd for the final award ceremony. (Missoulian, MT)

    Letter: Thank you Georgetown Fire Department  Mar 6, 2009
    On Sunday, Feb. 22 Georgetown Cub Scout Pack 50 held their annual ice fishing derby ... Our ice fishing derby was being run by an experienced ice fisherman and we were already planning to make several measurements of the ice thickness in the area that we would be fishing before letting anyone out onto the ice ... Chris Fraser and Scott Jones Ice fishing co-chairs for Pack 50 Loading commenting interface. (Georgetown Record, MA)

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    Sponsored by the Minnewaukan Community Club, the event will include an ice fishing contest, paint ball, games, food and more ... The most popular event, Wold says, will probably be the ice fishing tournament, which will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. It is open to all ages and prizes will be awarded for walleye, perch and pike. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)

    OUTDOORS: Restoration program brings in $146 million  Mar 5, 2009
    TheSLSC will alsobe wrapping upthe results of Rock Fest and the Night Ice Fishing Event. Also up fordiscussion will be the finishing project for the rock point in the SouthwestBay of Lake Shabbona. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)

    Late season ice bites are not aggressive  Mar 5, 2009
    Also at the lodge were Dave Genz, father of modern day ice fishing and inventor of the Fish Trap portable ice house, and Tom Zenanko, pro angler who represents Vexilar Marine Electronics ... If you are not using spring bobbers for your ice fishing, by all means get set up with them. (Sioux City Journal)

    AMVETS kids' fishing contest had good participation  Mar 5, 2009
    Ben Hanson, of Chetek, won a bike for catching the first fish at the AMVETS ice fishing tournament Saturday. The AMVETS fishing contest, sponsored by Chetek AMVETS Post 25, was Saturday. (Chetek Alert, WI)

    Records: Tuesday, March 3  Mar 4, 2009
    10:16 a.m. Marvin J. Brown, 11907 17th Ave., reported his ice fishing shack on Lake Wissota was damaged. 11:06 a.m. A structure fire was reported by Tonia S. Duszynski, 27383 50th Ave., from a half-mile east of Highway 27 on 50th Avenue, Cadott. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)

    Oregon Recreation Report  Mar 4, 2009
    Closed to fishing, including ice fishing, until April 25, 2009 ... Reservoir has thin ice cover ice fishing not recommended ... Ice fishing opportunities for carryover rainbow trout up to 18 inches are excellent. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)

    VikingBuzz BLOG  Mar 3, 2009
    We wanted him back, and we're glad he took time out from ice fishing to come in and sign his contract. Jim's an important part of our offense and the kind of guy you want in your locker room. (VikingUpdate.com)

    Seventh Annual Youth Ice Fishing Derby  Mar 3, 2009
    Above, Taylor and Abbie Winkler, Wahpeton, kneel by their fishing holes at Heitkamp Pond Saturday, waiting for a bite at the annual Youth Ice Fishing Derby Sponsored by the Red River Area Sportsman s Club ... This is the seventh year of the Youth Ice Fishing Derby. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)

    Bengals WR Houshmandzadeh visits Vikings  Mar 1, 2009
    "We wanted him back, and we're glad he took time out from ice fishing to come in and sign his contract. Jim's an important part of our offense and the kind of guy you want in your locker room.". Since Kleinsasser joined the team, the Vikings have enjoyed five of the franchise's top six single-season rushing totals -- two by the last two years and one each by (2006), (2002) and (2000). (ESPN -- Football News)

    WR Houshmandzadeh visiting Vikings  Mar 1, 2009
    "We're excited to have Jim back,'' coach Brad Childress said. "We wanted him back, and we're glad he took time out from ice fishing to come in and sign his contract. Jim's an important part of our offense and the kind of guy you want in your locker room. (MSNBC -- Sports)

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    New fishing season is time to take stock, plan ahead  Feb 27, 2009
    While there is still a lot of ice fishing left, at least for the first half of the month, anglers are already beginning to focus on open-water fishing. Rivers across Montana will start to produce some great opportunities for dry fly and nymph fishing. (Missoulian, MT)

    Review: Nothing novel about ‘New in Town’  Feb 27, 2009
    All the women like scrapbooking and all the men like ice fishing. All of them. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    Regional news: Obama seeks assault weapons ban  Feb 27, 2009
    Contest-winning fish smuggled in sweatshirt Something smelled fishy at Saturday's Somerset Youth Athletic Association Ice Fishing Contest at Bass Lake: the former winner's sweatshirt. Lee Shehow of New Richmond, crowned the winner of the contest Saturday, may face criminal charges after admitting to smuggling in the fish to win the contest, keeping it alive in his sweatshirt during the tournament. (ESPN -- Outdoors)

    Ice fishing enthusiasts brave cold to pursue their passion  Feb 27, 2009
    What s more American than having a hot tub at an ice fishing derby ... Ice fishing is more social, says David Page, of Ashland, who has two bobhouses. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)

    Wabasha's grumpfest adds a cool attraction  Feb 27, 2009
    It has long featured traditional winter activities that also made it into the movies, like an ice fishing contest. The river plunge is a fundraiser for the Rotary Club and a group that operates homes for people with developmental disabilities. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)

    Casper Calendar for February 7, 2009 (5)  Feb 26, 2009
    Today Ice Fishing Derby * From 7 a.m. today through 3 p.m. tomorrow, Pathfinder Boat and Fishing Club hosts the 20th annual "HAWG" Ice Fishing Derby at the Pathfinder Reservoir. Limited number of camp sites available for 20 per night, prepayment required (to reserve a site, call 262-6598). (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)

    Winter isnt easing up on us yet  Feb 26, 2009
    It may be more than coincidence that ice fishing for panfish starts to be more productive about the time Lent comes around, with meatless Fridays for Catholics. At any rate, fish are lean protein and good for us, and so tasty. (Forest Republican, WI)

    Guide cited for illegal bile use  Feb 26, 2009
    Grand Teton spokeswoman Jackie Skaggs said that following an investigation rangers cited mountain guide Stephen Koch for towing skiers with a snowmobile and using a snowmobile on the lake for purposes other than ice fishing. Koch offered a public apology, saying he suffered a lapse in judgment. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)

    Ice Fishing Contest Ends With Big Switch  Feb 26, 2009
    Shehow, of New Richmond, claimed to have won Saturday's ice fishing contest on Bass Lake in Somerset after pulling up a northern pike weighing 2 ... Shehow, of New Richmond, claimed to have won Saturday's ice fishing contest on Bass Lake in Somerset after pulling up a northern pike. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)

    Police Log: Feb. 16-22  Feb 26, 2009
    Medfield police reported locating the four ice fishing on Kingsbury Pond. Police reported the ice is 12 inches thick and safe. (Medfield Press, MA)

    AMVETS fishing contest Saturday  Feb 26, 2009
    Fishing, hot dogs and prizes will be the highlight of the second annual kids' and Special Olympics athletes' ice fishing contest Saturday. The contest, sponsored by Chetek AMVETS Post 25, will be on Pokegama Lake near Gilligans from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. It is open to children ages 5-15 and for Special Olympics athletes. (Chetek Alert, WI)

    Wisconsin ice fishing contest ends with big switch  Feb 25, 2009
    Shehow, of New Richmond, claimed to have won Saturday's ice fishing contest on Bass Lake in Somerset after pulling up a northern pike weighing 2. 42 pounds. (Fresno Bee -- Local)

    Ice Fishing Hooks Special Campers  Feb 25, 2009
    The group went ice fishing and ATV riding on Malletts Bay ... "My son talks about ice fishing all year and 4-wheeling, so this is definitely very exciting," said Deborah Lamden of Partners in Adventure. (WCAX.com, VT)

    Getting grumpy for a cause in Wabasha  Feb 25, 2009
    The city will celebrate its 16th annual Grumpy Old Men Festival with the traditional ice fishing contest, Grumpy breakfast and Raghetti Spaghetti Dinner. And this year, they ll begin a new tradition the Grumpy Plunge. (Winona Daily News, MN)

    PHOTO GALLERY: Ice fishing on Deer Creek Reservoir  Feb 23, 2009
    By Christine Armbruster - 22 Feb 2009. Ice fishers go out on the ice on Deer Creek Reservoir throughout the months of winter. (The Daily Universe, UT)

    Maine winter festival features icy dip and fishing  Feb 23, 2009
    Saturday's polar dip fundraiser helped kick off this weekend's Sebago Lake Derby ice fishing festival ... The ice fishing contest began in 2002. (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    Simple pleasures pass winter hours  Feb 22, 2009
    During those sub-zero days there were very few people out ice fishing. Even those anglers who have permanent shacks were not out in large numbers. (Forest Republican, WI)

    Across the Pond: Ponds need your attention  Feb 22, 2009
    The recreational opportunities like fishing, water skiing, boating, tubing, swimming, watching the water fowl, ice fishing, skating, photography or sitting on a beach at Little Sandy, Oldham, Furnace or Stetson ponds are right at many people s front yards or nearby. Why not want to ensure that these opportunities will always be there. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)

    Winona goes Hollywood: Area featured in many movies  Feb 22, 2009
    The 16th annual celebration takes place Saturday, Feb. 28, with activities including an ice fishing contest, grumpy breakfast and polar plunge. Lamp posts throughout the town don plaid in homage to the grumpy fashion style. (Winona Daily News, MN)

    Potential world record tiger musky by ice tip-up  Feb 20, 2009
    Caught on an ice fishing tip-up from Otisco Lake in central New York, the fish was so large it was hauled off the ice on a child's plastic sled ... The also recognizes world records for tiger muskie in two other categories: all-tackle (current record 51 pounds, 3 ounces), and ice fishing with rod and reel (current record 31 pounds, 4 ounces). (ESPN -- Outdoors)

    As winter moves toward spring, ice fishing going south  Feb 20, 2009
    Ice fishing reports have been very spotty, ranging from fair to poor ... The fishing report chat at is full of anglers asking about lakes and anglers who have been to the lakes ice fishing ... Also note that at this time of the year, caution needs to be used when ice fishing. (Missoulian, MT)

    Records: Thursday, Feb. 19  Feb 20, 2009
    2:32 p.m. Ronald P. Sime, 18314 327th St., reported the theft of an ice fishing shack from Otter Lake. Tuesday, Feb. 17. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)

    LAMB COLUMN: The bottom line is ’no ice is ever safe’  Feb 19, 2009
    It occurs all too often each winter as the ice fishing season draws to a close ... Dewald urges anglers to stay off the ice with their vehicles for the remainder of the ice fishing season. (Winona Daily News, MN)

    Police Log: Feb. 9 - 15  Feb 19, 2009
    10:21 a.m. - An unknown female called to report people ice fishing on Kingsbury Pond and she would like them removed. Police removed three older men from the pond. (Medfield Press, MA)

    Chetek Chain O' Lakes fishing report  Feb 19, 2009
    Ice fishing on the Chetek chain has been good for the anglers willing to move around to find the active fish. Walleye fishermen are getting some action off of shallow points with gravel coming off of the shore lines and some weed growth in the area. (Chetek Alert, WI)

    Town Commons: A harbormasters job is never done  Feb 18, 2009
    While ice fishing remains a popular sport, the harbormaster will never deem the ice in town to be safe. The harbormaster tries to visit as many of the town s ponds as possible and distributes brochures on ice safety to fishermen. (Kingston Mariner, MA)

    Ice Fishing Derby catches on  Feb 18, 2009
    OTSEGO LAKE TWP. -- Sixty-nine kids took part in this year s Youth Ice Fishing Derby at Otsego Lake State Park, hauling in a total of 26 perch over four hours. The number of anglers was down from last year s 100 or so, according to Walt Owen with the Northland Sportsmen s Club, the event s sponsor. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)

    Shiverfest ‘09 is coming!  Feb 18, 2009
    Also at Creel Bay will be a Youth Ice Fishing Derby from 1 - 2:30 p.m., an all-day Pond Hockey Tournament, all-day Snow Sculpture Contest Displays, all-day Golf on the Ice and from 1 - 3 p.m. the Lake Region Search and Rescue Team will give Ice Diving Demonstrations. 7th and 8th grade girls will be having a basketball tournament in the morning at the Sports Center and in the afternoon in the gym at CMS.. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)

    Ohio man drowns in Indiana lake  Feb 17, 2009
    (AP) - An Ohio man has drowned while ice fishing at a northeast Indiana lake. Steuben County Coroner Rodney Snyder has ruled the death of 62-year-old Guy E. Gladney of Toledo, Ohio, accidental due to drowning. (FOX19.com, OH)

    Police Beat: Feb. 17, 2009  Feb 17, 2009
    Feb. 9, Big Lake: Kevin Stevens, 27, Anchorage, cited for using treble hooks where prohibited while ice fishing. Feb. 9, Big Lake: Christian Vonkennen, 25, Anchorage, cited for fishing without a license. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)

    Joy of ice fishing leads to business venture  Feb 17, 2009
    Other than the hundreds of trophy pike, Buschwhacker Decoys caught the eye of Fish Alaska magazine, who called the product ice fishing s hot new item. When asked if they have plans of expanding to stores other than Sportsman s Warehouse, Julie Busch says she hopes to ride their early success. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)

    Fishing and fun over ice  Feb 15, 2009
    The children, their parents, siblings, and in a few cases, dogs, turned out for the Youth Ice Fishing Derby, which returned to the lake for the second year ... Casscles said he started ice fishing with his father at seven years old. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)

    Marlborough man carving his own niche  Feb 14, 2009
    " Although the ice sculptures look delicate, they are made using chainsaws, scrapers and drills. "We use the same tools a wood carver would use," said Roberge, a member of the National Ice Carving Association. Roberge lives in Marlborough with his wife Judy. Although retired, he still cooks part-time at the Groton School in Groton. And, not surprisingly, he enjoys ice fishing. "I cut out my own hole in the ice with a chisel. " Loading commenting interface... Comments Thank you for the abuse... (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)

    You don't have to fly south - give winter your best shot  Feb 14, 2009
    Holes are dug with an auger, a tool usually used for ice fishing, and courses are often shorter than those on land, but the game is surprisingly like its fair-weather counterpart, players say. Putting a tundra twist on the age-old game of golf is still a novelty, of course. (Globe and Mail)

    One More Cast: Reviving an ice auger  Feb 14, 2009
    It has been replaced, and it s only a matter of time before the cob-webbed back corner of the garage becomes his final resting place, while Driller bounds around outside, drilling holes through the ice with ease to please its ice fishing master -- his master. It s a sad and unfortunate story which happens to so many augers, and I didn t want my once-beloved auger to end up in the scrap heap. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)

    Group braves cold for ice fishing tips  Feb 13, 2009
    Al Williams of Wakefield explains how to use the equipment associated with ice fishing ... Before heading out on the ice, Williams ran through proper clothing needed to keep warm, various types of ice fishing equipment and ice fishing etiquette ... Neither of the Renners had tried ice fishing before and as Mitchell soon learned, drilling a hole in the ice is a lot of work. (Westerly Sun, RI)

    Outdoors calendar for Feb. 14-20  Feb 13, 2009
    Sunday, Feb. 15: Kids Ice Fishing Clinic, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Kids under 16 bring an adult to this fun hands-on clinic. Learn the basics of ice fishing and, weather permitting, go out and try and catch your own fish. (Racine Journal Times, WI)

    Cold Lake Provincial Park  Feb 13, 2009
    RV Camping in Eastern Alberta (Edmonton Area). Originally named Coldwater Lake, its present name is still appropriate. (Suite101.com)

    Wissota Winter Classic fundraiser planned Saturday  Feb 13, 2009
    Originally designed by Chippewa County volunteers Reba Sheridan and Ryan Kasboski, as an early morning ice fishing contest to benefit UCP, these hearty UCP organizers quickly discovered that ice fishermen not only love to fish, but later relax in a heated tent. Ice fishing guests sample food provided by Rainbow Catering of Lake Hallie, served hot by the Lake Wissota Lions and Wissota Trailblazers ... In addition to the ice fishing and refreshments, the Winter Classic features music from Rock N... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)

    Free Fishing Weekend Feb. 14-15  Feb 13, 2009
    LANSING - The Department of Natural Resources invites everyone who is curious about ice fishing to take advantage of Winter Free Fishing Weekend, Feb. 14-15. The annual celebration of Michigan's ice fishing heritage allows everyone to fish without purchasing a license ... Numerous ice fishing clinics, contests and festivals are held in conjunction with the weekend, including DNR-sponsored events at state parks and fish hatcheries. (Niles Star, MI)

    Armed with an oar  Feb 12, 2009
    Howie Moe mans the soup pot Saturday morning at the Chetek Hydroflites Water Ski Show Team's ice fishing contest. The event was well-attended, and the fundraiser brought in about $2,500 profit for the team, president Al Knowlton estimates. (Chetek Alert, WI)

    No Mands Land: Heave, ho  Feb 12, 2009
    They were going to rescue us, but several days later the weather changed again and the lake was frozen over and after a few more days of ice fishing we drove the Winnebago home over some pretty rough roads. Was that believable. (Kingston Mariner, MA)

    More of this story  Feb 12, 2009
    For Allen and the more than 100 ice-fishing enthusiasts who turned out for the second annual Montana Special Olympics Ice Fishing Derby, their adventurous day on Mission Lake was far from "mission impossible.". Katie Siebrecht is one of Cut Bank's star Special Olympians. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)

    Spring Meadow cleanup  Feb 11, 2009
    The trail around Spring Meadow Lake will be closed at the footbridges on the north and south sides of the park, but the west side will remain open as will the lake itself for ice fishing. The contaminated soils were discovered about seven years ago along the eastern shore of the popular lake west of Helena by Carroll College chemistry students working on a class project. (Helena Independent Record)

    Cleanup planned for part of state park near Helena  Feb 11, 2009
    The west side will remain open as will the lake itself for ice fishing. The contamination was discovered about seven years ago along the eastern shore of the lake by Carroll College chemistry students who were working on a class project. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Large crowds, great weather warms 59th Perchville  Feb 11, 2009
    Many were ice fishing within the East Tawas State Dock. Michael and Lisa Goulet of Bay City decided to come to the festival for the first time and spent the afternoon on the ice. (Iosco County News Herald, MI)

    Hoover's HornetsbecameS-F's Rams  Feb 10, 2009
    He enjoyed hunting, deep sea fishing, fresh water and ice fishing, and camping with his family across the United States. Also an ardent fan of NASCAR auto racing, Mr. Hoover enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)

    AMVETS ice fish for 951st  Feb 10, 2009
    The AMVETS 724th 1st Annual 2009 Ice Fishing Tournament is open to all community members and will feature a food booth, raffles and door prizes. Please remember the service of the soldiers in the 951st and help AMVETS 724th raise money to support their efforts overseas and to welcome them home warmly when they are finished carrying out their duties. (Forest Republican, WI)

    NSC Youth Ice Fishing Derby Saturday on Otsego Lake  Feb 10, 2009
    Monday, February 9, 2009 11:21 AM EST GAYLORD -- The Northland Sportsmen s Club s annual Youth Ice Fishing Derby will take place Saturday, Feb. 14, on the ice out from Otsego Lake State Park on Old 27 South, Gaylord. The event is free to attend but a motor vehicle permit ( 6 daily, 24 annual) is required to enter the park. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)

    Sunny skies, warm temps greet Snowfest visitors  Feb 10, 2009
    While the trail race might have drawn the most participants overall, hundreds filtered into the park Sunday for activities ranging from broomball, ice fishing, snoeshoeing, cross-country skiing, ice skating, winter camping demos and more. There was ice carving, storytelling and various demonstrations both on and off the ice throughout the afternoon. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)

    Fishermen back on ice despite evident dangers  Feb 10, 2009
    John Aker, who operates Aker's Ice Fishing in Port Rowan, Ont. on the Canadian side of Lake Erie, said it wasn't safe for the previous three winters to go onto the ice. (Globe and Mail -- International)

    Ice fishing traditions passed on  Feb 8, 2009
    This is his first time ice fishing, Brian said between drilling holes through the lake s ice. The younger Teskey is starting ice fishing at about the same age his father did ... I ve been ice fishing since I was about 5, said the elder Teskey, 43, who grew up in Terrace Bay, Ontario. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)

    Myhre: Farm ponds are great ice fishing  Feb 8, 2009
    We fish with flasher depth finders and that sure puts the fun into ice fishing. You can see your tear drop and actually spot fish coming in for your bait. (Sioux City Journal)

    Extended cold weather has heated up angling action on region's hard water (Today)  Feb 8, 2009
    The upswing in ice fishing isn't just hearsay. The Fish and Boat Commission reports that fishing license sales for the period Jan. 1-31, 2009 were 5 percent higher than the year before. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    In a loop on a lake by a resort, an old sport revives  Feb 8, 2009
    And he assumes that if a lake is supporting cars, snowmobiles, or ice fishing shacks, it is going to support him. And bless him. (Boston Globe)

    Nothing new about ideas behind 'New in Town'  Feb 8, 2009
    All the women like scrapbooking and all the men like ice fishing. All of them. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)

    Winter Fest to be held in Harrison  Feb 8, 2009
    8 a.m.-3 p.m. Ice Fishing Derby (prizes awarded to the largest fish in each division with first, second and third place prizes ... Other prizes include fishing poles, ice traps, other ice fishing supplies, pizza, gift certificates and more. (Advertiser Democrat -- Sports)

    Ice fishing safety tips (Today)  Feb 8, 2009
    Ice fishing safety tips ... In northern climates where the ice-over routinely reaches a foot or more in thickness, ice fishing is a common winter pastime ... But in southwestern Pennsylvania, where roller-coaster winter temperatures can plunge below zero and spike into the 50s within a week, ice fishing fans sometimes skip entire seasons because of risky ice, and beginners can be justifiably skeptical of the whole thing. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    Across the Pond and Beyond: A tough winter for the critters  Feb 8, 2009
    Ice fishing for the hardy is in full swing, as is skating and pickup hockey games winter s version of sandlot baseball. It s a time of rosy cheeks, small keep-warm fires near the shore, and the welcome cup of hot chocolate. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)

    Ice fishing fun inexpensive (Today)  Feb 8, 2009
    Ice fishing fun inexpensive. Search post-gazette NOW. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

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