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Minnesota Ice! Use Caution When Going Out on Frozen Lakes

Ham Lake City CouncilSunday, December 21, 2025
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Ice fishing safety in Minnesota

DNR ice thickness guidelines

Hazards of winter lake conditions

Safe operation of vehicles on frozen lakes

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Notable Quotes (3)

I just love being out. I love fishing and there's nothing better than this.

— Dan Canfield
Ice fishingDescribing his experience at the lake.

It's never completely safe. You know you never know when there's underwater springs on some of these lakes that create soft spots.

— Michael Lurchon
SafetyWarning about the hidden dangers of thin ice.

If you're in doubt, it's not worth some pan fish or losing your vehicle.

— Michael Lurchon
SafetyAdvising against taking vehicles on the ice.

People (3)

Dan CanfieldIce Fisherman

Local resident enjoying ice fishing at Peltier Lake.

1 quote

“I just love being out. I love fishing and there's nothing better than this.”

Explaining the enjoyment of ice fishing.

Michael LurchonDNR Official

Representative from the Minnesota DNR providing safety guidance.

2 quotes

“Generally speaking, the lakes that I'm looking at have anywhere between 5 to 8 in.”

Describing ice thickness at metro lakes.

“It's never completely safe.”

Warning about the variability of ice conditions.

Eric NelsonReporter

North Metro TV News correspondent reporting on ice safety.

Places Mentioned

Peltier Lake, Anoka CountyRice Creek chain of lakes

Events & Meetings (1)

  • Mid-December season check
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