ice fishing

noun

: fishing that is done in winter through a hole that is cut in the ice on a lake, pond, etc.

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Better still, take up ice fishing. — Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2026 Each spot also has a beige tent provided by the city, which the city will swap out for thicker ice fishing tents in the winter. — Theresa Clift, Sacbee.com, 23 June 2026 Summer means boating and fishing, while winter transforms the frozen lakes into ice fishing territory. — Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026 Within a short drive or bush plane flight, guest can enjoy ice fishing, glacier tours, paddleboarding, snow machining, dog sledding, kayaking, bear tours and fishing charters. — Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 7 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for ice fishing

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