Because I started this before midnight and I didn’t post it in time I am entering my next post on time.
When walking on the ice it is a good idea to carry a spud as a walking stick for several reasons:
(1.) It will help you keep your footing on clear ice (smooth - slick)
(2.) The safety of ice thickness can be tested with every step. A spud will go through 2 inches of ice with one good pop. Although one inch of ice will support your weight, the ice will not be uniform across the lake. It is not a good idea to venture further if you don’t have 3 inches or better.
(3.) If you fall through turning it side ways on your way down and hang on it just might your handle to getting back on top of the ice.
(4.) It can be used to cut your fishing hole.
(5.) It can be used to chop that tiny fish that swallowed the hook in to bits to be used as bait.
(6.) It can be used to chase away that pesky muskrat that is hanging around the hole.
“Don’t forget to wiggle your jig.” davetclown