01-17-2011, 05:47 PM
I agree that it's always best to err on the safe side but when the water is coming up on a body of water, the ice thickness can be quite deceptive. For example, Deer Creek is known for rising late season and when it does, the edges look like the lake is starting to thaw. Two seasons ago it was terrible getting out to the ice, but by using a plank we were able to get out only to find 14" of safe ice.
Follow the Minnesota DNR guidelines and you'll be safe. I am always cautiously optimistic when it comes to ice thickness (notice I said cautious). Cold water near drowning is not my preferred way to experience near death.
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Follow the Minnesota DNR guidelines and you'll be safe. I am always cautiously optimistic when it comes to ice thickness (notice I said cautious). Cold water near drowning is not my preferred way to experience near death.
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I had to call in sick so I could go to Lake Powell!