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just wondering if any one is working on something for the upcomming ice season?

Ya I know the maters aint even ripe yet, but they are big enuff to fry...[] I have been eating summer and zukiny squash green peppers and hot peppers out of my garden for a week now.

I was thinking that on these hot sweltering daze and rainy daze that some one might be tinkering in the garage or basement planning up some new kind of jig or fly for ice season....

as you have seen I am working on a hunting shack that if I play me card right I will be using it for ice fishing season...

I am natorious for spending my time on seasons to come rather than the ones at hand, mostly because when It is time to go I dont want to be having to make rigs and what nots, I just want to go... I guess I am kind of weird that way. well maybe it is lazyness that makes me just want to grab my stuff and go... LOL...

a store near me closed out this past month, "Farmer Jacks" and every thing was more than half off, any way I found me a turky injector baisting things. any way it has a metal neadle that is perfect for injecting my favorite stinks in to soft plastics for ice season... This is my first plan for the up comming ice season...

Ya I know I am setting my self up for a big let down if I dont get any ice like in years past, but one still needs to be ready if and when the oppertunity presents it self. In other words, Is it better to be let down or kicking my self in the bum for not being ready?

I think I will pull out the ice auger when I get the shack done and get it ready, I havent fired it up in three years now. I think it is due for a start. any thing under 12 inches of ice I will drill by hand. 15 and more I will go to the big auger, It drills a 12 inch hole, takes for ever, but it stays open for days too. []

have to keep an eye open for be hives too, I want to rob a few for bait. I had loads of luck using wasp in the winter when they make the mistake of waking up during the january thaw.[crazy] getting them on the hook live is a bit tricky if you are keeping them worm in your pocket, you have to get them good and cold before you run your arberdeen hook though them. and then you have to do it fast because you dont want the heat from your hands thawing them out either, [shocked]
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I think about ice fishing every day. I hate the heat and wish it was 30* all the time.[]
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jez i thought i was only one thinking it was way to hot out ..

well i'v been waiting for the new lures to come out so i can start drolling [laugh] just keep cooling thoughts it will come soon i hope..
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Oh yes I am, never miss a season, I love to ice fish.
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I am in Broomfield Colorado and I have been looking for places that have safe enough ice but there are no websites that tell you if the lake is safe enough. I want to go this weekend very badly but don't know where to go.
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[center]Hope this helps...[/center] [center] [/center] [center]dont ask about ice conditions, you probably wont get an answer, better to ask, is any one getting on the lakes or ponds anywhere...[/center] [center] [/center] [center] [/center] [center] [/center] [center][font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Weekly reports beginning October 24, 2007[/size][/font][/center] [center][font "Arial"][/font] [/center]
[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Arvada Reservoir -- Fishing for trout remains fair on Power Bait, salmon eggs and small spinning lures. Early mornings and late afternoons have been the best times to fish, but late in the season, the warm times of the day also can be productive. Some catfish can be caught from the shore on night crawlers and other traditional catfish baits. Only electric motors are permitted for boating. Belly boats may not be used.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2][#bf0000]Aurora Reservoir[/#bf0000] -- Walleye and trout action has started to pick up and should continue to improve this fall. The fall fishing can be some of the best. Trout are being caught on Power Bait, night crawlers, Woolly Buggers and Kastmasters, and by trolling with crawlers and Rapalas. Walleye action is fair to good on jigs and bottom bouncers. Perch action is fair on jigs. The limit for trout is two fish. Boating is restricted to electric motors. The reservoir closes to boating Dec. 15 or sooner if ice starts to form. [#bf0000]For more information call 303-690-1286.[/#bf0000][/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Barr Lake -- The water level remains very good for late October. With arrival of cooler temperatures, fishing has improved. Catfish have been active southwest of the boat ramp, which remained operative with the dock in place. Evenings still are the best time. Try chicken livers, commercial catfish baits and dead shiner minnows. Boaters have been getting some trout, wipers and yellow perch.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Bear Creek -- The water has been clear and fishing has been fair, best in the tailwater right below Evergreen. Small Prince Nymphs, Pheasant Tails and Brassies have produced in the deeper holes. Spinners also have taken a few trout.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Bear Creek Reservoir -- Fishing in the reservoir has been fair, and should improve with recent stocking. Rainbow trout have been caught on orange Power Bait and salmon eggs. Saugeye fishing has been very good using night crawlers.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Berkeley Lake -- The 40-acre lake is periodically stocked with trout and also has largemouth bass, bluegills crappie and channel catfish. Boats are not permitted. A recreation center, playground and other amenities are available on the south side of the lake.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Centennial Park Lake -- The lake is stocked with catchable-sized trout in the spring. The lake also has a variety of warm-water fish, including bass, crappie, catfish and perch, which comprise most of the catch into the fall. No boats are allowed on the 15-acre lake. A playground, restrooms and handicapped-accessible fishing pier are available.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Chatfield Ponds -- The ponds support a fairly good population of largemouth bass, catfish and panfish. Try soft-plastic grubs or small crankbaits for the bass. Fishing with minnows off a bobber can be another effective technique. Only belly boats are permitted. Though a state parks pass generally is required, some free parking may be available off Highway 75.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Chatfield Reservoir -- The level has dropped during the past few weeks and the water has been a little turbid. Fishing has been fair for trout and slow for other species. That is likely to continue into early winter, though some walleyes still might be cruising in fairly shallow water along the dam. In some years, the reservoir has adequate ice for ice fishing; in others it is marginal. Caution always is in order. The minimum size for bass at the reservoir is 15 inches. The minimum size for walleyes is 18 inches, and only one exceeding 21 inches may be kept daily. Boaters are reminded to watch out for unmarked hazards.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Cherry Creek Reservoir -- Recently stocked trout provide much of the action through the fall and into early winter. Fishing for catchable-sized rainbows has been fair to good on Power Bait, night crawlers, Kastmasters and Dardevles. A few catfish also can be taken off the bottom on the traditional baits, and an occasional walleye might be taken by jigging. Ice fishing is possible in some winters, but the ice can be unsafe in others. Safety always should be paramount.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Clear Creek (above Hwy. 119) -- The creek generally is clear and fish still are active. The edge water next to main currents can be fished effectively with San Juan worms, Prince Nymphs or black Woolly Buggers. Small gold or silver spinners also can work well in the deeper water. Respect private property along the creek.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Clear Lake -- The lake south of Georgetown off the Guanella Pass road offers fair to good fishing for catchable-sized rainbow trout. It also has some brook trout and a few browns. Fishing can be fairly good on a variety of baits and lures, but success largely depends on periodic stocking. The north shore often is the best location. No boats are permitted on the lake.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Evergreen Lake -- Fishing for trout has been so-so, but the odds should improve with recent stocking. Try salmon eggs, Power Bait or small spinning lures. Tiger muskies might be visible in the shallows. A large Rapala or bucktail spinner could tempt one.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Georgetown Lake -- Fishing for rainbow trout has been fair to good on a variety of baits and lures, and should remain that way into November. In most years, ice-fishing conditions are suitable and the activity generally is good.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Gross Reservoir -- Fishing for trout has been fair. The inlet often is best, but the dam area also can be productive. Try night crawlers, Power Bait, Kastmasters and Dardevles. Watch the shallows for tiger muskies. A large, shallow-running Rapala might tempt one.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Jim Baker Reservoir -- Trout fishing remains slow, but a few might be taken on Woolly Worms and minnows off a bobber. The lake also has smallmouth bass, walleyes, panfish and tiger muskies. Boats are not allowed. Fishing hours are sunrise to sunset.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Ketring Park Lake -- The 15-acre lake has a variety of mostly small warm-water fish. The action has been slow. Boats are not allowed.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Main Lake -- The fluctuating 45-acre lake has bass up to 18 inches, crappie, bluegills, catfish and other warm-water species. Fishing has been slow to fair. Evenings generally have been best. No boats are allowed on the lake.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Quincy Reservoir -- Quincy will close for the season Oct. 31 at 7:30 p.m., and will reopen March 1. The water level is low and shoreline conditions are muddy. Trout fishing is slow to fair using flies and spinners. Bass fishing is slow to fair using jigs. Quincy Reservoir is restricted to fishing with artificial flies and lures. Please see the definition of artificial in the Colorado Division of Wildlife's fishing regulations booklet. The limit for trout at Quincy is two. Bass must be at least 18 inches to keep. All boats must be hand launched. Electric motors only. For more information, call 303-693-5463 or 303-690-1286.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Rocky Mountain Lake -- The lake has a variety of warm-water fish including largemouth bass, panfish and catfish. Trout are stocked in the springtime, and a few might still be taken off the bottom on Power Bait. Boats are not allowed. The minimum size for largemouth bass is 15 inches. A playground and restrooms are nearby.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Sloans Lake -- Fishing was prohibited late in the week of Oct. 15, pending investigation of a fish die-off. Most likely the die-off was caused by oxygen depletion in the water. If tests show that to be so, the "No Fishing" signs will be removed. The lake has some bass, catfish and a few crappie, but carp comprise much of the fish population. Trout are stocked in spring and possibly the fall.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Smith Reservoir -- Warm-water fishing has been poor to fair. The 45-acre lake has crappie, bass, bluegills, catfish and perch. Its largemouth and smallmouth bass provide potentially good fishing into the fall. Try soft-plastic grubs or crayfish, dark tube jigs or spinnerbaits. Early and late in the day tend to be the best times. No boats are allowed on the lake.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Standley Lake -- The lake is near capacity and the water level should remain good for the winter. Trout fishing from the shore has picked up and usually is good throughout the winter season. A variety of baits, fished off the bottom, work best at this time of year. The boating and camping season ended Sept. 30. Winter hours for drive-in traffic will be 7:00 a.m. to sunset. No ice fishing is allowed. The park will be closed to drive-in traffic on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. A $6 fee is required for drive-in access. Walk-in access is free and is allowed from sunrise to sunset. For more information, contact the [#bf0000]Standley Lake Visitor Center at 303-425-1097.[/#bf0000][/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Washington Park Lakes -- Crappie running up to 10 inches, bass, bluegills and catfish can provide some interesting fishing in an urban-park setting. Try a small Fle Fly jig or live minnow below a bobber about 3 feet down for crappie.[/size][/font]
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[font "Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"][size 2]Webster Lake -- The lake is stocked with catchable-sized trout in spring and early summer. Fishing for them usually is good early, but tapers off through the summer. The lake also has channel catfish, bass, perch and crappie. Fishing for them has been fair in the mornings and late afternoons. No boats are allowed. A handicapped-access fishing pier, playground and other facilities are available. [/size][/font]
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