First things first, make sure you have a current fishing license. Always check the weather conditions and the forecast, just like you would in the summer. Most importantly, always check the ice report for the body of water you are travelling to. If the ice is less than 10 cm (4 inches) deep, you shouldn’t be walking out. Lastly, never go ice fishing on a river. The current makes the ice unpredictable, so stick to static bodies of water.
