Just read Windrift Dave's report and although there is open water elsewhere I just may have to resign myself to putting Jenny (my boat) down for the winter. Given my schedule at the shop while everyone else is deer hunting and the forecasted low temps I'm not sure that I'll get out on the water any more this year. This is probably the earliest that I've had to shut it down.

So what does that mean? Get the ice gear ready! I started getting my stuff together and inspecting for any repairs or replacements needed, checking the tip-ups for smooth operation, etc.

I'm sure we'll be spending some time this week on the radio discussing wrapping up the open water season and preparing for the hardwater. By this time next week I'm betting that Matt will have been poking holes already and maybe me too. Stay tuned for further developments.