winter safety...

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2015/01/29 18:17:04 (permalink)

winter safety...

Saw two guys standing right out on the edge of the ice shelf in town today below the short bridge. If the ice gave way they would've been plunging in yo 5 foot of water with no chance of getting back to safety for about a hundred yards down stream. The main kicker here is the river was packed with slush. So here these guys were standing no chance of catching a fish while their lines were just floating on top of slush and ice. Its quite obvious they are not experienced too much and are not well informed. To all that read this: when there's slush in the lower river do not waste your time. Ice floats and when the water is 32 with flush in it your line will float not sink. Please folks let's be smart and be safe out there. Honestly, with the lack of internet info many inexperienced folks should hire a local guide. It may mean less trips but I guarantee it would mean more fish and more safe!!!
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    dimebrite2
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    Re: winter safety... 2015/01/31 09:12:58 (permalink)
    Head of the town pool may be closing up as it was only 3/4 of the way open last night. Although the sun is high and bright. I'm gonna keep my eye out in town. If I see anyone fishing the slush this weekend off the ice ledges I may just be inclined enough to walk on out myself and educate...
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    Re: winter safety... 2015/01/31 09:33:40 (permalink)
    Just take a throwable rope bag and a extra set of ice picks. Not worth getting yourself in trouble. Chat with them if they start back.

    As they say in the old country..... ya can't fix.... stupid!
    post edited by BeenThereDoneThat. - 2015/01/31 09:35:36

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    Re: winter safety... 2015/01/31 10:43:07 (permalink)
    Nope definitely can't fix stupid.... Just don't want to see someone die. These days ya never know, the governer may be inclined to close the entire river in the winter months due to fatalities.
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