We optomistically loaded our sled
Off to debated location we tred
Hit some really huge bumps
Repacked after sleigh dumps
Once out seems like paradise
Auger spews diamond like ice
Fish finder on with sensitivity set
Lures and tackle reviewed no fret
Rods and tackle quickly selected
Seats and bait admirably elected
Lines down and jigging commences
Freezing cold as we loose our senses
Wind blows and skin is numbed
Fish looking thinking we're dumb
Herring caught but not in season
Released as not allowed the reason
Hatchet clears ice as hole freezes
Balaclava on because of cold breezes
Coffee and soup to stave off hunger
Try different spots increases anger
New lures as not getting any younger
Chat to find out what other's doing
Conversing with gum we are chewing
Now dark and we're frozen and tired
Pack up feeling much less inspired
Load sled and head for shore
Up the hill is a tremendous chore
Speeding to quickly get home
Hot chocolate as we all moan
Grumble and say things not nice
However tommorrow... back on the ice?