The IDA SE Minnesota GTG scheduled for Sunday 2/25 has been rescheduled to 3/4 due the predicted severe weather.
The event will be at the Fisherman’s Inn area March 4th from noon-4 p.m.
Details are still the same as listed in the other post about the GTG.
Thanks,
Mike
Thanks Mike. Hope next wknd is 40 & sunny. Be SAFE this wknd all. See ya all there on the 4th. 
Doug
Good call Mike. Was just going to send you a PM suggesting it. Sending the FW off on a cruise next weekend, so the boy and I will be there and have the grill too.
Works better for me too!! 
See ya there,good call!!
Later,Brad G.
Thanks for the update Mike. I plan on being there for the GTG on 03-04-07. Hopefully the fishing will be good but regardless it should be a fun event! Thanks for putting this event together.
EyesHaveIt
Who ordered this kind of serious winter weather? 
Oh well…..Best to be safe than sorry and this weather is alot on the sorry side. I’ve been hearing from different people that we could see 12”-18” of snow with 9.1” of it tomorrow [Sat.] night. Sure hope it misses us for the deep stuff. Be safe everyone. Drive carefull. Its a mix of sleet and snow at this moment [8:00 pm Friday night] so will be slippery under that snow. See you next weekend March 4th on the ice at Fishermans Inn.
Thanks, Bill
WOW, that turned out to be a good call! Can’t believe all the snow we got. Easily more than 12 inches at the store when I got there this morning.
The good news is that the forecast for next Sunday looks much better!
In one month the average high temp is 47 degrees, and in 2 months the average high temp is 62 degrees. Can’t help but think about being in the boat enjoying a warm breeze….
Plowed for 14 straight hrs. Just got home & back at it at 2 am. So it’s off to get some sleep. Doug
That 47 degrees and 62 degrees weather sure sounds nice. I want spring here so bad I can taste it. Open water and boat fishing sounds soooooooooooo good right now. 
Now is a great time to start getting the boat ready or even purchase a new boat if you are in the market for one. Time to dig all the boat stuff out that will be put in the boat this year. Time to go over your tackle and see what you need to replace and add some new stuff to your weapons for this years season. Hooked On Fishing always has exactly what you need and can order things for you if you dont see them in the store. Please remember that supporting HOF means that they will always be there for you to get your fresh bait and current bite info. Friendly service, having the lures that work in our area, and great prices is what you find at HOF.
Thanks, Bill
Just something to think about.
We just had a snowfall of +12″ preceeded by quite a bit of rain. This was a wet snow; quite heavy. They are already mentioning a snow event for later this week. The area where the GTG is taking place had good ice, but is also a high current area when we see melt water and run-off, both of which I think are not issues at this time. The part that I think needs to be considered is the water coming in from the Rochester branch of the river. There will be lots of salt in that water now and with an increased flow you may see some degrading on the ice right off shore on the downstream public pier…not ten feet away from shore, but at the shore. This water is 7-8 feet deep and the ice goes to pot real quick there at this time of year. Instead of allowing entry to the ice from the small public lot, you may want to consider having people come in off the Fishermans lower lot near the boat launch.
I have seen our Mr. Thiem up to his armpits where I just mentioned under almost identical circumstances and I have seen two other unknowns in the same predicament during period of time in other winters.
The bad ice comes about when we get water on the snow and a little extra current along the rocks. More new snow could hide this fact. Maybe someone should go to the lake and do a shoreline spud check on Friday or Saturday. I’d like to fish there mid-week and can do this then, but I’m not certain I can make it later in the week.
Just a thought…we don’t need an incident.
Yep, good advice Tom.
I was out there yesterday for a few hours and water was filling up in my boot prints. Also I drilled a hole not all the way through and it filled up with water in less than half an hour.
More snow? 
I think the IDA GTG attracts snow storms. 
The stuff on the lake now is heavy, and a whole bunch more snow sure aint gonna help matters any.
Quote:
More snow?
I think the IDA GTG attracts snow storms.
The stuff on the lake now is heavy, and a whole bunch more snow sure aint gonna help matters any.
Yes, I’m beginning to think the same thing! I suppose we will need to get on the ice by the ramp instead of from the dock area. At least Sunday is supposed to be nice weather!
I am going to try and make it. It sounds like a blast but unfortunatly I am supposed to go do wedding stuff that day and I do not think I will be able to get out of it again.
It should still be “ok” to have snowmobiles and 4-wheelers out there … right?
Quote:
It should still be “ok” to have snowmobiles and 4-wheelers out there … right?
Yep! We are going to open up the fishing area a bit more than last year. We’ll be fishing from the point of the public dock down to the first little bay on the left side. Basically, you can fish anywhere within sight of the main table which will be out from the launch area. 
I would think that we should stay on the Fishermans Inn side so we are away from the current side [middle and other side] as there will be some run off now causing some current. Much safer.
Thanks, Bill
Craig and I will be there
There will be hot dogs and chips to eat. Please bring your own pop to drink as that will not be furnished. If anyone feels like bring a grill or anything else please do. The event is free and everyone is more than welcome. See you all Sunday.
Thanks, Bill
ps. don’t forget your rods and your bait as theres fish to be caught.
Countdown…..Almost here!!!!
The ice has become pretty much impossible to drive on with a full size vehicle, but 4 wheel drive ATV’s or snowmobiles are doing well. There is water between the snow and the ice, so having waterproof footwear is a must. Sounds like we will have upper 20’s and not much wind with sunshine. Should be a good day!
I’m hearing 32 and sunny Sunday.
Just in case anyone needs directions:
If coming on Hwy. 52, exit to Cty. Rd. 12 heading east. Go approximately 2 miles and be looking for Fisherman’s Drive (there is a road sign advertisement for Fisherman’s Inn on the corner), turn north onto that road and follow it to the water. This will be at the top of the hill just before it starts going down to the bridge that crosses the Zumbro River.
If coming from Hwy. 63, turn west onto Cty. Rd. 12. Go about 2 miles and look for Fisherman’s Drive (there is a road sign advertisement for Fisherman’s Inn on the corner), turn north onto that road and follow it to the water. This will be at the top of the hill after you cross the bridge that crosses the Zumbro River.
We will be getting on the ice at the boat ramp which is at the back of the parking lot for the restaurant (Fisherman’s Inn.) Fisherman’s Inn is a great place to grab a beverage or nice dinner if you are looking for that.
And for you guys who want to eat on the ice we will have hot dogs and chips. Bring your own pop and bait please as that will not be furnished. See you there.
Thanks, Bill
ps. Hooked On Fishing on hwy #63 north which is on your way out of town to the GTG is open til 2:00 for your bait and tackle needs.
You must be logged in to reply to this topic.
