problem with southern ontario is it can be hit and miss with ice safety. i would go north to be sure you can have safe ice for sure on your trip. the ice cabins on nipissing are pretty crazy. you should check them out.
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i wacky rig when the bite is slow. i find it works way better dead sticking when the fish arent active. If they are active i tend to toss spinners or top water baits.
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