Took 3 boys out on the ice for their first time. We got to watch our rods bounce a dozen times but no hook ups. The ice is 6-7 inches thick and clear. There were about 12 people fishing and averaging 0-10 perch per rod. One guy caught 6 perch in 10 minutes. All the fish were very small. We fished 12:30-3:30. The sun was warm and shinning bright. Really a fun day for me and the kids.