Our bait shop and access are now closed for the winter season. While the ice is currently usable in many locations, the shallower water in the bays have weak ice due to warm weather and sunshine. Also, on top of shallow reefs like parts of Center and Pillsbury Reefs, expect weak ice due to the solar effect (since there is no snow to reflect the sun). The local warden updated us that someone on foot broke through the ice in shallow water late yesterday deep in Waconia Bay and thankfully got out fine. With freezing weather coming for 2 days starting tomorrow, things will improve only temporarily. However, with sunshine all week and record temperatures coming by the weekend, ice conditions will be drastically different soon.
We appreciate everyone who supported us during this short, unusual winter!
Thank You,
The Mase Family
