Fishermen Reminded of Upcoming Ice House and Shelter Removal Date

Editor's Note: The following is a news release from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

Minnesota’s ice fishing shelter removal dates are approaching, and dark houses, fish houses and portables must be off Eagan lakes no later than midnight on March 4. Enforcement action will be taken if shelters are left after the deadlines.

Those not removing shelters will be prosecuted. Conservation officers may remove the structure and confiscate or destroy it. It is also unlawful to store or leave a shelter at a public access.

Anglers are advised to remove shelters earlier, if ice conditions warrant.

For border waters, the shelter removal deadlines are: Minnesota-Iowa, Feb. 20; Minnesota-Wisconsin, March 1; Minnesota-North Dakota and South Dakota, March 5; Minnesota-Canada, March 31.

After removal dates, shelters may remain on the ice between midnight and one hour before sunrise only when occupied or attended.

It is unlawful to improperly dispose of ice fishing shacks anywhere in the state. Anglers should check with local refuse providers or landfills for disposal.