Not to sound like a broken record, but my 2 cents... just be honest and open. There are plenty of good ideas being tossed around... I have learned a ton from these guys and they know best... I have picked up so many pointers, that many times I forget, and then I revisit the forum and pick them back up... so that is my recommendation, to check in often, even if you don't post. Along with doing business with the locals, they will get to know your name and face and hopefully your reputation... then you will be just another one of the guys...

I want to help cheer on the ICE, I don't ice fish and really have never had a hankering for it, but I want to see some good pics, once those guys get it going... Good Luck and Be Safe Guys !!!