The WDNR definition of lake ice-out varies from lake to lake, and individual to individual. For some, ice-out occurs only when the lake is completely free of ice. For others, ice-out is defined as the moment when navigation is possible from point A to point B. And yet for others, ice-out is when 90 percent of the lake is ice free.
Due to the variable definitions of this rather subjective observation, the participating agencies attempt to contact the same individuals each year to maintain a consistent record.
For the Quiet Lakes Blog, we are setting the standard as being "open water across the lake". Thus, we are deeming the Ice Out date this year to be March 21st (even though there may be a couple of spots of ice in varous coves)
It's thus time to think about getting those docks out....................
