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As the lakes freeze over and the mercury starts to drop, visitors on vacation to the Dells begin to partake in cool winter sports like snowshoeing and snow tubing. Perhaps the most exciting and adventurous outdoor sport available in Wisconsin is ice fishing. On a frozen body of water, anglers attempt to catch fish through an opening cut in two feet of ice. These brave fishermen bundle up and take to the ice for fishing in a brand new way.

Safety First While Ice Fishing

When you decide to go ice fishing during your vacation, it’s extremely important to take all of the necessary precautions in order to preserve the safety of all involved. Be sure to review the U.S. Army's guidelines and tips prior to hitting the ice. Heavy felt-pack boots, waterproof gloves, long johns, and a warm coat are essential to sustain you in the cold temperature. Also, wear sunglasses to prevent bad headaches and snow blindness while ice fishing. We recommend that you obtain an ice shanty, which are small shelters that help keep the wind and snow away as you fish. These shanties are made of wood or plastic, and are available for rent at many sport fishing stores.

Before You Hit the Ice Fishing

Pack your sled full of fishing lures and jigging rods before heading out on your Bluegreen adventure. With your tools in tow, travel to the best waters for ice fishing in Wisconsin. Don’t forget to bring your Wisconsin fishing license. You can bring a small fishing rod with bait like crappie minnows or waxworms. You could also use a tip-up, which comes with a flag attached that “tips up” whenever something is caught on the line while ice fishing.

On the Ice Fishing

Find that perfect spot on the ice for ice fishing and get started. An ice auger, which looks like a giant screw, is used to cut an ice fishing hole. After you settle on a place that you want for ice fishing, simply screw the auger into the ice by winding it. A skimmer is then used to skim ice and slush from your fishing hole. Now, you are ready to ice fish for bluegill, yellow perch, northern pike, or walleye.

Be adventurous and plan an ice fishing excursion on your next vacation to Odyssey Dells or Christmas Mountain Village. You will relish the chance to try ice fishing while you discover what truly makes Wisconsin a glorious winter wonderland.



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