Most Mount Ayr district lakes have variable ice conditions ranging from 8 to 12 inches. There is a lot of slush/water on top of the ice due to the warm weather this week. Use caution and check ice thickness often.
10-12 inches of ice off the main boat ramp.
Black Crappie - Fair: Try using jigs tipped with waxworm or minnows fished in the flooded timber for Crappie of all sizes.
Bluegill - Fair: Try using jigs tipped with a waxworm fished in the flooded timber for Bluegill up to 8.5 inches.
Yellow Perch - Fair: Try using jigs tipped with a waxworm fished in the flooded timber for Yellow Perch up to 12 inches.
Source: Iowa DNR