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from: Maxx Sports GuidesBeing out on the ice can often includes extended periods of waiting for the fish to bite, or patiently trying different lures and bait to get some fishing action. In cold weather, even short waits oftn seem like an eternity, However, if you're warm and comfortable in your own ice fishing house, it will make a huge difference in the success of your ice fishing trip.
An ice fishing house is designed to be a permanent shelter, at least for a season, and isn't designed to be mobile or portable like a shanty or ice fishing shelter. Ice fishing houses are often build on trailer frames and are permanently mounted to the frame to allow anglers to simple hook the trailer hitch to the truck and drive out on the ice to locate the ice fishing house in a good location. Ice fishing houses may also be on skids or on a sled like base that allows for easy towing onto the ice.
Some of the more "creature comforts" available in a permanently located ice fishing house include:
* Bench seats or even padded couches for comfort when monitoring the ice fishing holes.
* Propane, natural gas or wood heaters that are vented and properly mounted off the ground in the ice fishing house to allow for temperature adjustment and constant temperature maintenance.
* Cooking area including a stove, table and even electrical lighting that can run off of car batteries or off of an inverter hooked to a generator or car engine for recharging.
* Gas powered generators for all the electrical power required. All you'll need is a can of gasoline brought to the ice fishing house when required.
* Fully stocked supplies for first aid, food and additional gear and supplies.
* Sleeping area for weekend or overnight stays.
An ice fishing house can be as sparse or as fancy as you want. It's important to consider the weight of the ice fishing house and to monitor ice conditions at all times to prevent weakening or damaging the ice under the house which could potentially lead to the risk of breaking through the ice. Ice fishing houses must be removed off the ice at the first signs of spring thaw as most locations will require the owner or renter to pay for the recovery of the house should it sink into the lake.
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