How soon?

[RiverChuckNorris]

I bet we'll be drilling holes on the river by next weekend (22nd). Walking, if not with the sled. Whatda'ya think?

[DonBo]

[gunner55]

Seen a post,on another site,from a guy that lives near St. Cloud that said he tried to pull his dock on Sunday with no luck.By 1 pm 11/10 the bay he lives on was ice locked.But they had close to a foot of snow.

[leechlake]

a few days before Christmas suits me just fine. I'm glad I'm not an avid ice fisherman this time of the year. I wish you all luck and safe fishing though.

[JBMasterAngler]

I'm expecting to read several reports of guys on the ice this upcoming weekend. I'll wait 1 more week. 10 day forecast calls for some great ice making weather

[Sandmannd]

There is no reason to be on thin ice on a flowing river. Be safe to those that attempt it, I believe it's irresponsible.

[RiverChuckNorris]

There is no reason to be on thin ice on a flowing river. Be safe to those that attempt it, I believe it's irresponsible.

Always enjoy your posts/reports Sandmannd and respect your extensive knowledge of the Croix, but I disagree. It'd be irresponsible if you're not taking proper precautions (checking ice every 10-20', going with a buddy, having hand spikes, rope, etc). As long as there's 3"+ where you're walking to and fishing, there's nothing irresponsible at all.

I've been on the river my entire life as well though, so some "tribal knowledge" is a good thing too I suppose. Either way, when in doubt, error on the side of safety and stay off.

In reality though, this weekend's not looking promising for me to get out anyways.

[RiverChuckNorris]

Has anyone been down to either of the landings to check the ice?

[SouperStar22]

I be going to St. Croix for eye fishing in the morning will let yall know on the secret spot its going to be cold