It would seem to me that if you are not athletically inclined, but enjoy the outdoors in the winter, then ice fishing is a near perfect sport. Lake Dillon , a 3300 acre reservoir tucked in the heart of Summit County is an ideal place to start - and end, for that matter. The lake is big, the ice is hard and the fish are biting. We slide down the snowy bank, and find a spot among some other fisher people. As first timers, the whole thing seems a little awkward, but there's a quiet hum on the lake, little whiffs of icy air punctuated with friendly chatter among the fishermen, that seems laid back and inviting.
Ice fishing has few requirements.
There are certain safety considerations when ice fishing. Bear in mind that the wind is not your friend on the ice. It tends to break up the ice into chunks, and a broken chunk can be large enough to have you on it floating away on your own little ice island. To find out about ice conditions, ask the local bait and tackle shops who cater to ice addicts. Another good source, if available, is a park service.