dtcm Posted January 15, 2011 Share Posted January 15, 2011 I am relatively new to ice fishing and despite my best efforts am having a hard time finding the right lake, at the right time, with the right presentation. Getting frustrated to say the least. Anyone know of, a Guide in the metro area that might be able to show me the ropes? I am not sure I can afford it but I thought it might be worth checking in to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mnmuskie Posted January 15, 2011 Share Posted January 15, 2011 A couple questions. Do you have a flasher? A gas auger? Most of the time it is just a matter of punching a bunch of holes until you locate some fish. Are you just looking for some pannies? Most lakes in the metro are going to provide you the opportunity the ice some fish. My best advice is to go to your local lake and try punching some holes just away from the large shanty town. Graph some fish and go to town. The lake I have been fishing the most lately the shanty town is sitting in 8-10 feet of water. I have been setting up in 20-30 fow and hammering the pannies.Good Luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jigginjim Posted January 15, 2011 Share Posted January 15, 2011 dtcm, What part of the metro are you fishing? Give me a call 612-644-7657. I have all the gear and can show you what can help your winter fishing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MN BassFisher Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 I haven't dealt with Matt directly, but I have friends who have used his service and were satisfied. They had all the tools but I guess he brings everything your going to need and more. And he works for Thorne Bro's as well which is a great fishing shop! Matt Johnson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Waldowski Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 +1 on Matt Johnson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harvey lee Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 +2 for Matt J also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoxMN Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 +3 on Matt. While not using his guide service, he has helped us with info and tips. If he can do that with me, he can do wonders on the h2o Worth every buck. Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panfishpounder00 Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 +4,5,and 6 on matt j.! the nickname "matty ice" would fit better than it would with matt ryan of the atl. falcons! lol! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GatorBait Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 matt has my vote, you will be satisfied and come away learning a few things on top of it all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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