There isn t a better way for your family to get outdoors and enjoy some fresh winter air and sunshine. A ritual to some and an occasional day of outdoor fun to others, Oswego County ice fishing produces some of the tastiest fish filets of the season. The first priority for ice anglers is safe fishing conditions. That means an ice cover that is thick enough to safely support the weight of an angler or group of anglers, including any snowmobiles or four-wheelers used for transportation. Trucks and cars should never be driven on frozen lakes and ponds.
Safe ice depends on the weather and the individual water in question.
By early February, many Oswego County waters have safe ice. No matter what the weather conditions are, beware of areas where moving water from springs, inlets and outlets create unsafe ice conditions. Many ice anglers opt to wear inflatable flotation jackets or vests. Although the ice on most Oswego County waters is now covered with snow, be aware that slick, glare ice can be treacherous and result in serious spills. Ice creepers or corkers, which strap to the bottom of your boots, can help prevent falls.