there were guys fishing erie all winter last year. if the water is open then your going to have people fishing.

i,ve seen guys on the ice fishing when i knew it wasnt safe. i watched this guy going out with a spud and he would hit the ice, if it broke through he would change directions and try it again. if it didnt brake he would take a couple of steps and do it again. he worked his way out about 100 yrds from shore doing this and then started fishing. the ice couldnt have been more than a couple of inches thick. some people just dont value there lives as much as others. i always wanted atleast 4 good inches and thicker was better.
sherman