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Ice Fishing in Vermont

Vermont Ice Fishing Guides and Information

This page provides information for guided and self guided ice fishing trips. Fishing season doesn't end when the lakes freeze over. For some it's just beginning. Ice fishing is popular and a lot of fun. Each winter thousands of anglers venture onto Vermont’s frozen lakes seeking pan fish for the dinner table as well as trophy-size lake trout and northern pike. Hire a guide service or plan your own trip.
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Lake Champlain and Central VT. Inland Waters
Captain Matthew Trombley
Proctor, VT
We primarily fish the waters of Addison & Rutland county beginning in Late December, right into late March. We also offer trips on Lake Champlain, generally from mid-January to early March, in varying locations from the south end, mid lake & the Champlain Islands. We employ both jigging techniques, as well as tip ups, giving our guests the chance to taste a little of everything that each body of water offers.
Fish on Ice
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Anchorage Angling Adventures
Northern Lake Champlain
117 Featherbed Lane, South Hero, VT
Guided ice fishing trips along with ice fishing packages. We have 2 cabins available that sleep up to 8 people, direct access to the ice and the mobility to get you where the fish are biting. We also have ability to serve meals on and off the ice. We are the place to stay if you want to fish the Lake Champlain Islands!! If interested message or call for package prices. 802-372-6933 anchoragesouthhero@gmail.com
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Anchorage Angling Adventures Ice Fishing
Fish Hounds Outdoors
Lake Champlain, Central to Northern VT
James Vladyka
Benson, VT.
We offer multi species fully outfitted and customizable ice fishing trips for parties of all size and anglers of any skill level. James also runs a tournament series called the Vermont Sportsmans Hardwater Tournament Series which has been growing rapidly. In addition to being an Ice Team Pro he is also a Pro Staff member for Clam, Vexilar, Solar Sportsman, Navionics, Lowrance, HT, Hydro Glow Fishing lights, Mr.Heater, FishGillz and Maki Plastic.
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Stowe/ Smugglers Notch
Bob Shannon
Stowe, VT
We can’t make it through the winter without fishing, so why not join us for a great winter experience? Try your luck with tip-ups and jigging for fish on some of Vermont’s most scenic lakes with our guided instructional ice fishing tours. Throughout the winter we target many different species of fish in many different bodies of water. These species include Northern Pike, Landlocked Salmon and Lake Trout.
Fly Rod Shop on Ice
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RPM Outdoors
VT., NH., MA.
Captain Reilly McCue
Washington, VT
This is for the real fishing enthusiast who just can’t stop fishing regardless of what time of the year it is. Despite the cold temperatures both above and below the ice, winter fishing can be a very productive way to catch Vermont fish. Just let us know what species you would like to catch and we’ll match you up with a waterway that holds the fish that you are after. All equipment and food needed for the day will be provided. Full day trips will include a shanty or vehicle  on the ice.
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Green Mountain Inn
Stowe, VT


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Fairlee, VT


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South Hero, VT.


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Northeast Kingdom
Westmore, VT

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Ice Safety Tips

In Part From the Burlington Free Press with tips, from the U.S. Coast Guard, Vermont Department of Fish and Wildlife, fishing groups and other organizations:

STAY SAFE, FOLLOW THESE ICE FISHING SAFETY TIPS
WATERBURY, VT -- Ice fishing is popular and a lot of fun. Each winter thousands of anglers venture onto Vermont’s frozen lakes seeking panfish for the dinner table as well as trophy-size lake trout and northern pike. And, each winter, there are ice-related accidents often caused by poor judgment or poor decisions based on inadequate information.

-- Wait to walk on ice until it is a minimum of 2 inches thick. Many people wait until ice is 4 inches thick. Snowy ice is less sturdy than clear, hard ice.

-- Contact local bait shops and resorts for information on known thin ice areas.

-- River ice is always unsafe. Be extremely cautious crossing ice near river mouths, points of land, bridges, islands, and over reefs and springs. Current almost always causes ice to be thinner over these areas.

-- Currents and weak ice are usually under lake bridges.

-- Carry a pair of ice picks tied together with strong cord and wear them around your neck. You can use the picks to hoist yourself up if you fall through the ice. Holding one in each hand, you can alternately punch them into the ice and pull yourself up and out. You can make these at home, using large nails, or you can purchase good ones at stores that sell fishing supplies.

-- Avoid alcohol at all costs. It weakens judgment and enhances hypothermia.

-- Avoid driving on ice, but if you do, some safety experts suggest unbuckling your seatbelt and have a plan of action if the vehicle breaks through. Some also suggest driving with windows down and doors ajar for an easy escape. Move your car frequently because parking in one spot for a long time weakens ice. Leave your car or truck on shore. Every year several motor vehicles go through the ice on Vermont lakes, and many people have drowned as a result.

-- Let people know when and where you are going out on the ice. Leave information about your plans with someone -- where you intend to fish and when you expect to return.

-- When going out on the ice, probe ahead with an ice chisel. If the chisel goes through, gingerly turn around and retrace your steps off the ice.

-- Heated fishing shanties must have good ventilation to prevent deadly carbon monoxide poisoning. Open a window or the door part way to allow in fresh air.

-- Wear a personal floatation device and don't fish alone.

-- Avoid going onto the ice if it has melted away from the shore. This indicates melting is underway, and ice can shift position as wind direction changes.

-- Waves from open water can quickly break up large areas of ice. If you can see open water in the lake and the wind picks up, get off!

-- Carry a safety line that can be thrown to someone who has gone through the ice.
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