I will say yes,it is safe now. We were out there last weekend and the ice was 4-5 inches. I was surprised (with the weather we been having). The bite is hot from dark til sun up. After that,grab a cold one and chat with each other. The lake is not like it use to be.
Bill,I,ll be on the riv around nineish. Give the sun time to hit my shore, to keep me warm.LOL
Grips,I didnt get a fish til after 11,so whats the rush.