NAW Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 (edited) Be easy on me. This is my first Poll. I'm sure it's been done before, just not that I can remember. With all of the NF posts as of late, I thought a little fishing related poll might be refreshing to some. The concept of "Winternet" has never really set in to my brain. I'm one of those guys who likes the winter more then the summer. I Ice fish every weekend, both Saturday, and Sunday if my wife allows it. I fish much more during the hard water season then I do in the soft water. And definitely spend less time in front of the computer. I have always wondered what % of OFNers hit the ice during the hard water season? Edited October 26, 2011 by N.A.W Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyb Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 I try to fish as much as possible during the winter...realistically probably fish more during the summer just due to opportunity. However if your poll had an option for fishing the same winter or summer, I'd choose that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leecher Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 Ice fishing is one of my favorite pass time that I enjoy during winter Since up here, I can use 5 lines and also can access fishing grounds that are not accessible during softwater being shore bound. Also no bugs Like you, my weekends are reserved for that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 I have to say it's equal for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 I have zero interest in ice fishing, never do it, and use the winter months for other things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rizzo Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 I get out more frequently in the winter, but for shorter periods of time. I don't fish Simcoe at all from boat, but its hard to turn down ice fishing 15 minutes from home! I'll take off on a Saturday morning, can fish for a few hours and still be home by noon to help the wife out. Hard to do the same when you're dragging a boat out to the Kawarthas and back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAW Posted October 26, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 (edited) I have to say it's equal for me. I didn't think of that. Poll has been edited with that option added. Edited October 26, 2011 by N.A.W Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike rousseau Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 well fishing is like heroin for me.... so to go all winter without fishing would be pretty rough... i wish i could fish open water year round... but i cant... so i ice fish... and every year i think about selling all my ice gear... kepp in mind the water i fish is the st.lawrence river... serious lack of safe ice on the river... serious lack of spots to fish.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twocoda Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 I fish all winter ....but its soft water...the trick is to find some open water.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 I fish both softwater and hardwater in the winter Icefishing is a nice break from steelheading. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strik Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 i try to get out as much as i can. I have been looking at the ice gear and started up the auger. Just need to decide what new rod to get this year. Hopefully were on the ice by Dec 22 Take care Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiel Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 Icefishing is a nice break from steelheading. I love ice fishing for steelies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adempsey Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 I only ice fish more because I don't own a boat, it's cheaper and it's a lot easier to get out there and fish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beans Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 I have zero interest in ice fishing, never do it, and use the winter months for other things. I don't believe it...who is this masked man ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAW Posted October 26, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 (edited) I don't believe it...who is this masked man ??? Looks like Lake Simcoe..?? Edited October 26, 2011 by N.A.W Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beans Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 Looks like Lake Simcoe..?? Yep...An OFC G2G at Innisfil... January 2005... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
limeyangler Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 Equal. Love the boat...love the snowmachine. Love the lakes i can get into in the winter that are not accessible by boat. ICE WAS ON THE CREEK YESTERDAY AFTERNOON.........BRING IT ON....FAST PLEASE! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod Caster Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 I used to prefer ice fishing because it gave me more access to waters. Now that I have a proper canoe setup, I'm probably closer to 50/50. Ice fishing is so much easier imo, drive/walk out, drill holes, enjoy day! Can't wait a certain pair of new tipups to knock at my door! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 I don't believe it...who is this masked man ??? That was a fun day for sure Norm, but not because of the ice fishing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asdve23rveavwa Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 I definitely fish more soft water, BUT, I do love ice fishing as well. Just can't go without fishing for that much time!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 I am too much of a wimp to go out on the ice in subzero weather, to catch freezing cold fish, in freezing cold water.Take pictures with a freezing cold camera,and sit for hours on a freezing cold stool. freezong my cold off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
backbay Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 I've never been a hard water guy. Have to try to get out on Simcoe this year and get some perch, though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asdve23rveavwa Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 I am too much of a wimp to go out on the ice in subzero weather, to catch freezing cold fish, in freezing cold water.Take pictures with a freezing cold camera,and sit for hours on a freezing cold stool. freezong my cold off. Ah, Paul...ice hut...propane heater or woodstove. Modern winter clothing, with layers. Can't do much about the freezing cold fish, though...maybe throw them in a nice hot pan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 I have zero interest in ice fishing, never do it, and use the winter months for other things. Would it have to do with the fact everytime we have gone ice fishnig it was -30? I love ice fishing for steelies. x2, can't wait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skeeter Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 I love ice fishing. I even re-modeled my hut last year with the help of my son, to install 2 beds in it so we could sleep in it overnight. Lew & Mercman, you both know you guy's have an open invitation to join me up at my hut. It's really warm, and the coffee/tea/hot chocolate is always ready!! Just don't sit in Pikeslayer's spot, he has his name on it..LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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