{"id":3739,"date":"2024-09-17T09:39:57","date_gmt":"2024-09-17T14:39:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/atomiccoffee.com\/WWA\/?p=3739"},"modified":"2024-09-17T09:39:57","modified_gmt":"2024-09-17T14:39:57","slug":"no-ice-is-safe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/atomiccoffee.com\/WWA\/no-ice-is-safe\/","title":{"rendered":"No Ice is Safe"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Lt.<\/a>By Lt. Tyler Strelow\/Supervisor of the DNR Mississippi River Warden Team<\/strong><\/p>\n

One of the best things about Wisconsin is that there are four seasons and many opportunities for year-round fun.<\/p>\n

Wisconsin Waterfowl Association members are outdoor enthusiasts. With the swings in winter weather and the abundance of Wisconsin waters, I want to stress the importance of ice safety to make all your outdoor events safe, fun and memorable.<\/p>\n

The first thing to always remember is ice is never predictable \u2013 and should never be considered safe.<\/p>\n

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) does not monitor ice conditions. Please check in with your local fishing clubs, outfitters or bait shops to get a sense of local conditions. And be mindful, ice conditions can vary across one body of water.<\/p>\n

Here are a few more safety tips to keep in mind:<\/p>\n

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  1. Fish or walk with a friend. It\u2019s safer and more fun.<\/li>\n
  2. Carry a cell phone, and let people know where you\u2019re going and when you\u2019ll return home.<\/li>\n
  3. Wear proper clothing and equipment, including a life jacket or a float coat, to help you stay afloat and slow body heat loss.<\/li>\n
  4. Wear creepers attached to boots to prevent slipping on clear ice.<\/li>\n
  5. Carry a spud bar to check the ice while walking to new areas.<\/li>\n
  6. Carry a couple of spikes and a length of light rope in an easily accessible pocket to help pull yourself \u2013 or others \u2013 out of the ice.<\/li>\n
  7. Do not travel in unfamiliar areas \u2013 or at night.<\/li>\n
  8. Know if the lake has inlets, outlets or narrows that have currents that can thin the ice.<\/li>\n
  9. Look for clear ice. Clear ice is generally stronger than ice with air bubbles in it or with snow on it.<\/li>\n
  10. Watch out for pressure ridges or ice heaves. These can be dangerous due to thin ice and open water.<\/li>\n
  11. Take extra mittens or gloves, so you always have a dry pair.<\/li>\n
  12. Driving on ice is always a risk. Use good judgment and consider alternatives.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Because of unstable conditions and unpredictability, anyone who travels on frozen lakes and rivers is taking a risk and should use caution.<\/p>\n

    Enjoy your outings and stay safe out there!<\/p>\n

    For more information: visit \/topic\/OutdoorRecreation\/activities\/iceSafety.html<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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