Life in the Ice Belt In the north, winter's lots of fun. The heat is gone but not the sun. The weather is harsh, people nice. Plenty of action on the ice. A barren wasteland, some believe. Ice fishing offers us reprieve. Above the ice, not much to see. Below the ice, things are fishy. Augers are a special ice drill. They tap the ice, unlock a thrill. Pop a few holes, clear out the slush. Get ready to fish. Feel the rush! Drop down a lure, give it a jig. Watch electronics for something big. A flasher shows action below. A camera lets you watch a show. Get a bite. Fish on! Set the hook. Rod bent, drag screaming take a look. Down the hole, as it nears you'll see. What's on the line? Shout, "Yippee!" Guide the fish into the ice hole. Reach down, grab it and get control. Sunfish, crappie, perch, walleye, pike. Take a photo for friends to like. Ice fishing is such a fun sport. Six months of winter, way too short. The ice calls to you. Give it a try. Ice fishing helps winter whisk by.