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Travel in a group when venturing out on the ice. Photo by Mike Winslow

Ice Safety Tips

Winter can be a wonderful time to explore the lake if you’re well prepared and appropriately cautious. Check out conditions and read up on ice safety before venturing out onto frozen waterways. Here are a few additional tips to help you stay safe:

-- Travel in a group, don’t go out onto the ice alone.
-- Always leave word where you are going and when you expect to return.
-- Have buoyancy on you (wear a life vest or have sealed bags in your backpack).
-- Carry two ice picks or screwdrivers to help hoist yourself out of the water should you fall through.
-- Carry an ice pole and rescue line.
-- Bring a cell phone, air horn or a whistle to alert people if you fall through.
-- Bring a set of dry clothes with you.

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