Ice fishing 2010

Hi Folks, Happy New Year to everyone. 

Finally got out on the ice within the last week.  Been busy working for Stowe Mountain Resort.  Well, not as much ice as you would think for this time of the year.  Went walleye fishing and trout fishng on two different lakes and found about 10" of good black ice with a couple of inches of snow on top.  Good walking on the ice, but I would be a little nervous about driving a vehicle out there.  I have put my shanty out and will be chasing brown trout, rainbow trout, and brookies through the hard water along with smallmouth, smelt, and yellow perch. 

Thus far we have not caught any trout, but then again I have not put forth much of effort.  I did see several large brown trout landed yesterday and they were either caught jigging off the bottom with small bibitts or on a live smelt just under the ice. 

I will be offering guided trips and they will be offered on Wedenesdays and Thursdays. 

Remember to clean your gear and follow the bait regulations to prevent the spread of non-native species.

Have Fun, Willy