With forecasted high temperatures above freezing for at least another week, the Department of Natural Resources is warning ice anglers that ice can deteriorate quickly with those conditions. Local DNR Conservation Warden Chris Kratcha says by law, unoccupied fishing shanties on area inland lakes, like Clark and Kangaroo lakes must be removed by March 7. Ice shanties on Green Bay must be off the ice by March 14. Kratcha cautions anglers to consider the thawing temperatures before venturing on the ice.
You can still ice fish after the deadlines, but only with portable shacks that are removed each day. The DNR is asking for help from the public to report any violation of the rules. You can call or text the DNR hotline at 1-800-847-9367.
