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The Frozen Fellowship of Ice Anglers

Ice fishing brings together a colorful cast of characters. It’s not always just about the catch—it’s about the community, too.

Ice fishing isn’t just about the catch; it’s about the community that forms on the ice–which is made up of a variety of different individuals. Seasoned anglers, casual newbies–this sport pulls together a pretty wild mix of people, each with their own take on what it means to “drop a line.” The stereotypes are abundant—there are the quiet, grizzled old-timers who’s been at it since the ice first thickened, the modern tech-savvy fishermen with a camera, an app, and a fish finder and the excited novice who’s more focused on wearing the gear and saying they are ice fishing than the hole in the ice. Check out this video that shows several different types of people who you may see on the ice.


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