The rescues of 66 anglers from several ice floes caused by high winds on Green Bay earlier this month have not diminished interest in ice fishing.  The below-freezing temperatures and minus-double digit wind chills have, in fact, drawing more people to the ice.  J.J. Malvitz, the owner of JJ's Guide Service, credits the colder weather conditions and peak times for a popular fish species with keeping him very busy.
 

Malvitz also says the conditions that caused the break and the ice floes show how quickly situations can change even for experienced anglers.

The Department of Natural Resources reminds anglers, snowmobilers, and ATV users that ice should never be considered safe.  Floatation devices, a cellphone, and ice claws or picks should be standard equipment when venturing out on any ice-covered waters.

(photo courtesy of JJ Malvitz)