Author: Zariah Mahan

Machias is known for being central to the surrounding lakes and rivers, and when the ice freezes, the ice fishing season begins. Many students head to these icy waters every year, and this year, we’re bringing the information to you. On the weekend of Feb. 16, 2024, two ice fishing groups went to the lakes. Matthew Kelly, the vice president of the University of Maine Machias’ Outing Club, took a ragtag group of students to Bog Lake and taught them the ropes of ice fishing. Many of these students have never been ice fishing, while others just want to hone…