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Ice fishing is in full swing, highlighted by Lake Winnipesaukee officially icing in and delivering fast action, smelt camps are thriving, pike and crappie bites remain strong, and big-lake opportunities continue to improve as winter tightens its grip.

by Ron Powers

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