A general ice warning applies throughout the fisheries management area! The reason is that, despite good icing, there is always a risk of weak ice in patches. Since they are hidden under the snow cover, it is important to be alert and careful, especially for those who do not have previous experience. Late autumn and the time over the Christmas holidays have had unusually good core ice, but with precipitation of heavy snow, they have led to water seeping onto the ice, settles between the ice and the snow cover and can become serious problems especially for snowmobile traffic. To recover a scooter that has 'fallen down'’ involves tough salvage work and dependence on helpers.

Always tell someone you know your intended route and always let them know when you've returned from your fishing trip!