02-20-2002, 08:24 AM
<B>Ice Fishing Tip #16</B><br><br>There are many types of lanterns choose from. When selecting you will want to give some thought to what you hope to get from your lantern.<br><br>Of course the lantern will provide light. The gas lantern can also be your primary source of heat while on the ice or in the shanty. <br><br>By placing the gas lantern on the ice near your feet, it will help to take the bite out of the cold. This is especially helpful if your circulation is not what it used to be.<br><br>In side of a well-built shanty a single double globe lantern will produce all the heat needed to make it comfortable. Two lanterns will make it rather toasty inside. You will occasionally want to open the door to refresh your air supply. So if you don’t want to take the permanent nap, every half hour or so crack the door open to change the air. It won’t take long for it to worm back up.<br> <br>If you have not made your shanty airtight then you will not have to worry about carbon monoxide poisoning. Also under these conditions the lantern may not be enough heat to take your coats off if the drafts are persistent. <br><br><br>[cool] “Don’t forget to wiggle your jig.” davetclown