Ice-covered lakes offer a winter wonderland for a variety of activities, from ice fishing to skating and snowmobiling. However, enjoying these frozen expanses requires careful preparation and the right safety tools to ensure your adventure doesn’t turn dangerous. Let’s explore the must-have items to keep you safe while out on the ice. Ice Picks or […]
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How To Tell When Your Lake Ice is Safe
Every winter on the lakefront brings new opportunities to participate in a multitude of ice activities. Ice skating, fishing, hockey, and even just walking across the lake brings a winter thrill to the long cold days, but how do you know if its safe to venture out on the ice? If you are lucky enough […]
How To Have The Best Ice Fishing Experience On Your Lake
So summer has come to an end. The boat is winterized, the docks are pulled, and the daylight is disappearing faster each day. If you live in the colder climates this is a yearly reality for all lake home owners. Not to fear though, lakefront living can be enjoyable year round, even when the water […]
Tips For Snowmobiling on Your Favorite Lake
Unfortunately, one of the most common causes of snowmobile deaths is thin ice. When winters are exceptionally warm, some bodies of water may only be partially frozen, greatly increasing the risk of an accident on the ice. The best option when you come across a frozen lake or pond is to find a way around […]
3 Reasons Not to Wait Until Spring to Buy Your Lake Home
Congratulations on your decision to invest in the lakefront lifestyle! Owning lakefront property is an experience that will change the way you live…it becomes a retreat to escape the hassles of daily living. The wildlife, recreation, and vacation feel of waterfront living will forever be a part of you. Purchasing a lake home is unlike any […]
Safety Tips for Snowmobiling on Lakes
Don’t become a statistic! Lake ice can always be dangerous because of changing conditions and inconsistencies in its thickness, particularly when there is running water beneath it. The safest snowmobiling rule is to never cross lakes or rivers since ice thickness to support a snowmobile can never be guaranteed. Never venture onto lakes or rivers […]
Prevent Ice Damage to Your Dock – A De-Icing Guide
If you must leave your dock in for the Winter, preventing ice damage is your number one priority. This guide will explain the theory behind de-icers. By Van Isle Water. De-Icing is more accurately referred to as an art form than an exact science. Each application and location is different and there is no set […]
Docks and Ice – Can I Leave My Docks in?
Docks and Ice – Can I leave my docks in? by Joe McHale – Bestmade Products Inc. Probably not. But don’t leave yet! There’s still some important things to talk about! Yes, it’s true, up here in the north we have this little thing we have to deal with every year called ice. But you know […]
Snowmobile Safety – Be Careful on Lakes!
After the deaths of three people on snowmobiles at Lake Winnipesaukee last week, I thought these safety tips from SSAP would be appropriate to review. PLEASE stay safe out there. Ice can always be dangerous because of changing conditions and inconsistencies in its thickness, particularly when there is running water beneath it. The safest snowmobiling […]
Stay Safe – Lake Ice Safety Tips
Stay safe this winter on your lakefront property. Follow these great tips: Never go onto the ice alone. A friend may be able to rescue you or go for help if you fall through the ice. Always keep your pets on a leash. If a pet falls through the ice do not attempt to rescue […]