Thanks for the info. I had heard to fish perch on the north side, especially midwinter. I called Taber’s and they were able to give me a phone number for sleeper rentals.
While doing my internet pre-fishing, it seems like most of the past ice fishing reports focus on smaller lakes in the area. Maybe the smaller lakes are easier to locate fish on/access easier. I know it is a big, deep (with loads of good breaklines and structure) and clear lake that generally bites best in low light periods, but is an especially “tough” lake to fish? That sort of lake has almost intimidated me a bit, never know where to focus in especially without a flasher.
Can anyone recomend a good lake map? I have one one now, but it is pretty basic. Also considered a GPS/mapping app for my phone.
Again, thanks the help. I realize that no one wants to post their hot spot and lure for the entire interwebz to read (been there, burned myself). I am just looking for general guidance to help keep the kids interested by catching and releasing some panfish.