Ice Shanty Villages Start Forming at Put-in-Bay

Put in Bay shantyPut-iPut in Bay shantyn-Bay ice shanty villages have sprouted in the harbor, along the West Shore, and near the South Bass Island State Park.  Local reports indicate the ice thickness is between six and eight inches, although the ice shoves reveal much thinner pieces.

As ALWAYS, use good sense and caution when considering going out on the ice.  Let friends know where you Put in Bay shantyare headed and what time you expect to return to shore. Click an image to enlarge it.

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