How to know if ice is safe to walk on

The reality is that ice is never 100% safe, but if you're cautious and use the right equipment there are MANY great outdoor activities to enjoy on the ice.
Make sure you check out our Hardwater Hunter Series at Modern Carnivore which is focused on darkhouse spearing for fish in the winter months. Go to modcarn.com/ha... to learn more about this great activity on the ice.
Additional Links:
Ice safety - www.mndnr.gov/i...
Spearing Lake Whitefish - modcarn.com/sp...
Spearing Northern Pike - modcarn.com/pi...

[@NoahLavineASP]

I have walked over plenty of iced over lakes in order to take short cuts while hiking. I got scared a few times because there were very slushy spots, but I did make it out safely. I would never walk over an icy river; even if it was slow moving water. Although, if the river is shallow enough then it might be safe, but still, never walk over an icy river!

[@shanti1445]

Jump up and down If it breaks it’s too thin

[@marknorquist7278]

Probably not an ideal strategy.

[@BuildTimeMC]

😂

[@aleurysvazquez3681]

Thank you very much for explaining everything 😊

[@PacificNorthwestBowhunting]

Excellent information in a concise, easy-to-understand format. Ice fishing is gaining in popularity in the Pacific Northwest in recent years. Thanks for sharing!

[@ModCarn]

Thanks Tom. We look forward to helping spread the word about the joys (and responsibilities) of ice fishing and other recreation outside in the cold.

[@paulingvar]

To check the ice: use a stick/pole with pointy edge. If you can thrust through the ice with one blow it is not safe . Note ; the thickness of ice does not say all. In spring almost nothing.

[@fishintechnician6349]

Use a spud. That is all.