Frozen Fun

Highland Lake, Bantam Lake, Tyler Lake, Coventry Lake and Lake Waramaug are a few of Connecticut’s popular ice fishing spots – and you can find the latest ice fishing chatter here. For gear, visit a local bait and tackle shop or go big time with a trip to a major outfitter like the Bass Pro Shop in Bridgeport, Cabela’s in East Hartford, L.L. Bean in South Windsor or REI in West Hartford. Once properly outfitted, you can turn your attention to the calico bass, northern pike and yellow perch.

If you’re truly feeling bold and outdoorsy, there are places in Connecticut where you can give ice climbing a try. It’s not for everyone, obviously, but if you think you can hack it, consider taking a lesson or two with Ascent Climbing and then get out for a guided ice climbing trip or your own adventure in the state’s trap rock network.