What Does Ice Fishing Mean?

As the name suggests, ice fishing is to fish on the ice surface, but ice fishing must find the best time to go out. Otherwise, not only will people be frozen, but the fish will not be caught. You can enjoy the fun of fishing at the right time. At the same time, the fish catch will often add a lot of color. Let’s take a look at what ice fishing means!

1. Definition of ice fishing

Ice fishing is a type of winter fishing, which refers to chiseling ice fishing when the thickness of ice is 8 to 10 cm in winter. However, ice fishing has strict environmental requirements, so ice fishing can be common in northern areas. In the south, ice fishing is rarely available for ice fishing due to weather reasons. In addition, ice fishing requires walking on the ice surface, so ice layer must reach more than 8 cm before ice fishing can be fished. Otherwise, the personal safety of the fishermen cannot be ensured. In fact, fishing on thin ice is very dangerous.

2. Discussion on advantages

1. Simple bait: The choice of ice fishing bait is relatively simple, unlike the other three seasons, where there are many requirements for bait. Among them, commercial baits should be made of thick fishy bait, but the best effect is worm baits such as red worms and earthworms.

2. Save money: You have to buy everything you should buy when fishing bait, nest materials, small medicine, etc., which will cost a lot of money. However, ice fishing only requires sprinkling two handfuls of wine and rice, but the amount of nests will be larger.

3. Quiet environment: The surrounding environment will be much quieter in winter and fewer people will watch. In addition, you can also drill ice holes in any place on the lake where you can fish, which is not available in the other three seasons.

4. Easy to find fish: Although the activity of fish is reduced in winter, it is still easy to find fish. The reason is that the temperature limits the range of fish's activity. The shallow water area facing the sun and leeward when the temperature rises is a good fishing spot.

3. Fishing tools

1. Ice Hole: Ice Hole is the first tool for chiseling ice caves. It is usually made of 45 steel. It is best to be between 90 cm and 100 cm in length. The reason is that the ice caves of this length are the most labor-saving when chiseling ice caves.

2. Lift fence: The purpose of a lift fence is to remove broken ice from the ice hole. It is best to use a lift fence with a diameter of 15 cm, made of metal wire, and a hole diameter of 5*5 mm (not suitable for too big or too small).

3. Hand hook: When fishing for ice, the hand hook replaces the net. Its function is to hook the big fish out of the ice cave. It can be purchased or made by homemade. It is best to choose the kind with the hook tip in a triangle, with a length of 50 to 60 cm.

4. Fishing rod: Ice fishing generally uses special ice fishing rods. The principle is to use long fishing rods in shallow ponds. In deep reservoirs, it is recommended to use short rods. The main purpose is to facilitate fishing.

5. Fishing gear: The ice fishing gear should be light, thin and flexible. For example, when fishing crucian carp, use number 1.2 for the main line, use number 0.8 for the sub-line, use number 1 to 2 sea-eye hooks, number 3 to 4 sleeve hooks, or number 2 to 3 izu hooks.

4. Things to note

1. It is best to wear crampons when fishing in ice. This advantage is that it can reduce the risk of falling on the ice surface. The tips of the ice hose and hand hooks should be covered with hose or plastic to prevent injury to others and oneself, and also to prevent the sharp blade from being damaged.

2. When fishing for ice, try to choose clothes that are warm, and protective gear such as hats and ear protection should also be worn to enhance the effect of keeping warm. You can also bring a cup of hot ginger candies. Drinking some ginger candies during fishing can help drive away the cold and warm the body.

3. It is best to find two or three fishing friends to go together when fishing. This is mainly done to take care of each other when encountering danger. Do not forget to bring long ropes before leaving for emergencies. In addition, do not fish where you cannot fish.

4. Pay attention to the weather when fishing for ice, especially after snow, you must pay attention to the ice holes dug by other fishermen. These ice holes often become covered with thin ice as soon as they form a layer of thin ice. After stepping on them, there is a possibility that they will fall down if they are not careful.

5. The ice fishing time should not be too long. As it is too long, it can easily cause low-temperature frostbite. When fishing, you should get up and move your body every half an hour. For example, simply stretching your limbs or doing fitness exercises are good choices.