What are the structural requirements and removal deadlines for ice fishing shacks placed on frozen public waters?

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On frozen public waters, the key rule is to clearly mark any ice fishing shack with the owner's name and address in legible letters at least 2 inches high on the exterior. This makes it easy to identify who placed the shack, aiding enforcement and safety on shared waters. In addition, the shack must be fully removed from the ice before the ice melts (ice-out) or by a state deadline for that area, whichever comes first, typically late March. This ensures abandoned structures don’t linger on the ice and helps keep the waters safe and navigable as conditions change.

This combination of visible identification and a firm removal deadline best supports responsible use and timely cleanup. Options that skip labeling, require only a small label, or set removal by summer or another unrelated timeframe don’t align with enforcement or seasonal ice conditions, leading to safety and management issues.