Ice fishing on Lake George, New York

 Daily Ice fishing reports and information on Lake George and  Adirondack lakes in New York State. Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon, Northern Pike and Perch are the most popular fish pursued during the winter. A warm shanty to jig fish from as you watch for your tip-ups to spring a flag, it's like no other fishing! Drill out some holes with a gas or manual auger then set your tip ups at different depths using live bait, it's as simple as that! Shake off winter blues and cabin fever with an exciting ice fishing adventure on beautiful Lake George, NY in the wild Adirondack Mountains! Lake George ice fishing can offer some of the north country's most exciting outdoor recreation. The thrill of pulling a giant trout or salmon through a hole cut in the ice is an unforgettable experience. To really appreciate Lake George, one has but to stand on her frozen surface and capture the beauty of the surrounding snowcapped mountains under a winter blue sky. Combine the beauty of your surroundings with the anticipation of a twenty pound trout and you will find out why ice fishing has become winters most exciting and popular sport. 

 

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  Lake George Ice fishing Reports: January 25th, 2009.   Lake George has ice in most bays but the main body is still wide open; I will post on this site when the lake caps over.  Have a great winter and go fishing! If you want to inquire about conditions please email me. Phone calls are for reservations only. Thank you.

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 During your trip, your guide will instruct you on methods of ice fishing that will work on any lake. How to set up your tip ups for optimum results, lure types and jigging methods are important for success on Lake George. If you came to relax and enjoy the scenery, there is no better sport or area on earth! Bring the family or get together with friends and spend a day on majestic Lake George.                                           

Rates: 5 hour trip (7am to noon), 2 persons @ $85 per person
 3 persons @ $70 per person
         
      Half day, 4 persons @ $60 per person. 5 persons - $55 per.                      Over 5 persons - $50 per person     

Full day 8 hour fishing trip with a hot venison lunch add $30 per person.

Deposits for reservations are nonrefundable, trips may be rescheduled in emergency situations.
 

PayPal payment for deposit, gift certificate or to pre-pay.

 

Lockhart Guide Service serves hot wild venison lunches on full day trips.
We set up our stove and offer hot food and drinks to our fishing parties. You are welcome to bring food or drink of any kind. Please be careful with the strong drinks as safety, health and fun can be compromised.

 

Gear includes:  permanent shanties,  portable shanties, power augers, all bait, fishing poles, tip ups and tackle provided. 

Reminder: Our pro guides are full time professional guides and your tips are important to them. Tips help offset the ever rising cost of materials, maintenance and to allow them the opportunity to fish full time and provide you with top of the line equipment and services. Without them none of this would be possible. 
  If a reservation is made for a fishing charter, regardless of a deposit or not, the individual reserving the trip is responsible for payment in full of the trip.

Our ice fishing trips can offer some of the north country's most exciting recreation. The thrill of pulling a giant trout or salmon through a hole cut in the ice is an unforgettable experience. To really appreciate Lake George, one has but to stand on her frozen surface and capture the beauty of the surrounding snowcapped mountains under a winter blue sky. Combine the beauty of your surroundings with the excitement of a 20 pound trophy fish and you will find out why ice fishing has become winters most popular sport. We offer a comfortable and relaxing trip that all ages can enjoy. Join us for a great time!   Bring a camera!   

 

  • Safety Pointers while Ice fishing
  • Don’t fish alone
  • Wear a PFD
  • Test the ice ahead with an auger or spud bar
  • If you’re traveling, call ahead to check ice conditions with local people
  • Avoid inlets, outlets, springs, and bubblers
  • Bring along rope and a pole in case someone goes through the ice
  • Always use caution and common sense.

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For Lake George Ice fishing with a licensed guide call

 (518) 812-0203, (518) 668-5253 or toll-free 1-888-848-5253.
Cell Phone: 796-8159 or Email us!

We support The Lake George Fishing Alliance www.lakegeorgefishing.org  

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©Copyright 2001-07 All rights reserved by Ed Lockhart any reproduction, quotation or other use of this site or its elements is prohibited without the express written permission of Ed Lockhart

 

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