We had a few dunkings early last season, and even though the mercury is struggling to get below forty here in Maine we will have ice eventually. It’s the perfect time to find your picks and throw line and make sure they’re ready to go.

Don’t forget about ice screws as well. I had my boat tied down with just one at the bow last year on Sebago and during the night the wind shifted and she was blown off the stands.

Early in the season on the black ice of Plymouth Pond.