samedi 26 juillet 2014

Ice Fishing Houses Can Help You Enjoy A New Winter Sporting Experience

By Paulette Mason


If you like to catch freshwater fish during the spring, summer, and fall, then you understand what a thrill it is whether you do it from your boat or the shore. However, whether your favorite method is with rod and reel, downrigger, or fly, the one constant that will shut you down each year is the winter. Thankfully, you can change all this by purchasing ice fishing houses, and in the process, enjoy the sport you love in its most extreme form.

If the term ice fishing house is new to your ears, the reason is probably because to most fisherman they are labeled ice fishing traps. The reasoning behind the name is because even though the housing itself is not a trap, the fishermen inside set up an ambush by drilling through the ice and laying in wait for unsuspecting fish. Any animals caught are both reeled in and processed within the structure, making the term trap a relevant one.

These shelters are labeled as portable or temporary, meaning they are set up on the ice for only a certain amount of time. Remember that the structure is meant to offer greater comfort from the cold so you can focus on fishing more. A good ice house will help you stay warm and dry during bad weather for a long time.

Ice traps range from basic to extremely sophisticated. If you have budget constraints, consider the simplest type which is a thick canvas and poly tent that you can raise and breakdown onsite. Just keep in mind that only your body heat and portable heat sources will be your only means of warmth.

There are also portable housing for the sport that comes brimming with extra amenities. These more elaborate structures typically do not collapse, are usually on wheels, and are towed behind a vehicle. They sport exteriors of insulated plastic, wood, and even metal, keeping you far warmer even without heating accessories.

The best of the traps however are decked out with everything from heating to power to sleeping bunks. If you plan to stake out the ice for days or weeks at a time, this is the shelter you want. Ultimately, it will become your portable cabin.

For the specialty spear fisherman, there is a special type of ice fishing structure called a dark house. These houses are usually small but comfortable and are designed with insulation that blocks out exterior light and sound sources from entering inside. Eventually, the fish will get comfortable and curious and as they come to the surface to check out your trap, you can spear them directly through the bore hole.

Overall, the benefits of purchasing an ice fisherman trap will be plentiful and long lasting. Finally, the weather during winter will no longer be the crushing factor that prevents you from enjoying the sport until spring. Once you have it in your possession, know that endless days of fishing in the cold will be yours to claim.




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