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I know that spot in the picture, that can't possibly be a recent shot.

Wayne, I almost sprayed my monitor with the water I was drinking!

WTG Joey on your PB and a great start to 2008!

Thanx mukluk, however, I think it is something that everyone should consider at one point. Although we may fish solo from time to time, we are never fishing alone in our fishing community. As I mentioned before, I'd rather be over prepared than underprepared if an emergency ever does arise. That said, I don't think I'd ever be 100% prepared. Stan

Point taken, I'd hope my fishing skills would address the emergency food issue though.

Welcome to OFC Eric. It's a great crowd, you should provide an introduction of yourself too. Thanks for the reminders on the on sun protection. I'd have to check to see if the bolle goggles have decent UV protection, I'd figured that the balaclava hid the skin enough and the long nose plyers in the fishing box would act as the cutters for the hooks. I definitely forgot to put the ice scoop down, thx. I try to use spoons and jigs without live minnows as much as possible. I guess if the kids aren't having fun, I'd pack it in and leave, whiney kids don't make fishing fun Stan

Thanks Cliff, that was a good suggestion, the only foreseeable problem is that my kids may poke holes in it when I'm not looking. LOL

A Happy New Year to you TJ and all of OFC. May you have good health, happiness and prosperity in 2008!

Oooo, nice slabs! WTG.

Hi all, I was just wondering if there is a FRS channel that works for all that we could channel in on when we're out there on the ice? Thanks, Stan

Good one Wayne, it's the truth that hurts when I think about it. LOL

Thanks Holdfast, the candle has a point in addition to the shake light and matches. Thanks to Wayne again for reminding me on the Krazy glue. I always forget about it. The points and ideas that come from this is only in case of emergency, I'd rather be a bit overprepared than under prepared when out with my kids. Thanks, Stan

Cool link G. I've heard about catching smelt through the ice but wow that's awesome. Mmmm yummy bbq'ed smelt on the ice. However the price was a bit steep for fishing for smelt, about $8 for adults and $4 for kids. I'll have to check out the ice fishing tents when I visit Japan next time. Stan

Wayne, that makes me think about getting a decent compass, as GPS will eventually run out of batteries. I'm gonna have to have the 7 year old help out with the sled as well. hehe Thanks again.

Wayne, I've got the whistle on a lanyard attached with a LED light around the neck. Hmm, maybe I'll attach it to the float suit with a safety pin just to be sure. Thanx

Dave, I'm glad to hear nobody was hurt (except perhaps the driver of the the MBenz). I'll keep a lookout for your posted pics.

Maybe, I should have just had it as matches for the propane stove huh?

Thanx Mukluk, I'd be more inclined to stay within the area where most people would be fishing (assuming it's safe and tested). I'd probably would pack a spud if it was by myself and exploring new ice. Stan

Hi All, Being a dad with two young kids (7 and 4) who want me to take them ice fishing, I'm probably being overly cautious but that's me. I was just wondering what people had in their emergency kits (if you have one). This is what I have so far: (in addition to the regular fishing gear) Candle (idea from holdfast) Cell phone (I had it, just forgot to add it in, thanx Glen) Cleats for boots Compass (thanks to the many members reminding me of keeping it simple) Crazy glue (idea from Irishfield) Emergency blanket Emergency first aid kit (small) Emergency Ice picks (in float suit) Emergency matches (in waterproof container) Emergency throw line (in the works, 50 yards of nylon rope? Possibly something already premade.) Extra clothes in Ziplock bag Extra mitts/gloves in Ziplock (2 pairs for each person) Flashlight (shake light) FRS radio (would prefer Handheld VHF, but will have to make due with what I have) What frequencies are most common? Hand warmers Handheld GPS (still trying to acquire) -- back up with the compass Hot chocolate mix Powerbar or energy bars. Small shatterproof mirror Swiss army knife If there something blatantly missing, please let me know. For fishing gear: Auger Balaclava Bomber hat Bottle of hot water Bottled water Bucket for fish Camping pot Extra batteries (for electronics) Extra fishing line Fishing License Fishing rods and reels Folding chairs Folding shovel Goggles Hooks and sinkers Ice scoop (thanx for the reminder Eric) Jigging spoons and lures Main gloves (1 pair) Portable heater Portable hut (thanx to Jim aka Mistyriver) Portable stove Propane tank Sonar/Flasher Thanks, Stan

Thank you Lew, Wishing you and your family a safe, healthy, and prosperous New Year! That goes the same for all of my OFC family brothers and sisters! Be safe and hope to meet up with you in the New Year!

Hmm, let me see ... lose another 20-25 lbs (i've lost 23 since october). Spend more time with the family, take my kids fishing more (now that the youngest is 4). Fish more and meet up with more OFNCers when possible. Try and stay healthy. Wishing you all a healthy and prosperous New Year! Stan

WTG, sounded and looks like you had a ton of fun.

Got mine in the mail friday night.

The very best holiday wishes to you and your family, Sam!

Awesome report again, Mike, like Cliff said both your's and Moosebunk's posts are always a great pleasure to read and always makes me envious of your outings. I'd agreed with DouG, looks like you and MB have great material for the publishers. Merry Christmas to both of you (from a guy that can only dream of fishing trips like yours). Stan