Randy Keating, of West Topsham, Vt., removes excess slush from the ice fishing holes in his shanty on Post Pond in Lyme, N.H., on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025. Keating, who typically fishes for smelt on the pond, said this is the first time in three years that ice conditions have allowed him to set up his shanty. (Valley News - Alex Driehaus)
Randy Keating, of West Topsham, Vt., removes excess slush from the ice fishing holes in his shanty on Post Pond in Lyme, N.H., on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025. Keating, who typically fishes for smelt on the pond, said this is the first time in three years that ice conditions have allowed him to set up his shanty. (Valley News – Alex Driehaus) Credit: Valley News — Alex Driehaus

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