Ice Fishing in Central Iowa...

...can be tricky

Could be 3 months, or maybe just 1.

We've seen 24 inches of ice on Big Creek  - & we've seen it go from 14 inches to 0 in 2 weeks.

The craziest thing we've seen though?

Just How MUCH Fun
Ice Fishing in Central Iowa
CAN Be

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"Not that great"

- guy doing it all wrong

( Don't be this guy )

Any hobby takes investment.

Skill, time, - & money.

Sometimes there isn't enough time on ice to warrant the hundreds - or thousands! - of dollars of investment into equipment.

Or the space to store those items for 9 months of the year!

So - Try Renting!

Select Equipment from Shop

Fill out necessary info on product rental page such as deposit, user information, etc.

Confirm Rental Period

Rentals periods are based on a "day" time frame. All rentals items must be back at the shop before open the next day.

Example: A Vexilar unit is rented for a Monday & picked up Monday at 3pm. The item must be present in your assigned locker by 7am the next morning.

Checkout

Rentals periods are based on a "day" time frame. All rentals items must be back at the shop before open the next day.

Example: A Vexilar unit is rented for a Monday & picked up Monday at 3pm. The item must be present in your assigned locker by 7am the next morning.

Locker Assignment

Following checkout, you will recieve an email with assigned locker, lock combination, & general information about using the locker system.

Please keep this information & return your items to the same locker on drop-off.

Pickup & Return on your Schedule!

Locker area is well lit, secure, and monitored by cameras. Generally, items are available to pickup at 5am and should be dropped off by 12am. Please let us know either in order notes, email, or phone to ask if there is flexibility with those times.

Equipment Available

  • Vexilar FLX-12

Coming Soon

  • Ice Fishing Hub Pop-Up Shelter
  • StrikeMaster Mora 6in Hand Auger
  • Rod/Reel Combos

FAQ

Can I pick up items the night before?

We can't guarantee that your items will be ready for pickup before your rental reservation.

However, if available we will try to work with you on arranging an early pickup.

If you would like to pick up your items early, please leave a note on your order.

What are general pickup/dropoff hours?

Generally, items will be available at 5am the day of your reservation. 

We ask that items are back to the lockers by 12 am that same day.

What if I damage an item?

A damage & corresponding fix fee will be listed on the rental product page.

How does the deposit work?

A deposit fee hold relative to the items you have rented will be held by us during the rental period. If items are returned undamaged, and on time, the deposit will be refunded to you at the end of the rental period. This may take several days to reflect in your account depending on bank, processor, or other factors.

The deposit is held as a security to ensure items are returned in a similar condition they left in. If the renter damages items beyond the deposit fee, they will be charged for additional fees.

I don't understand the locker system?

No problem! It is an unconventional system but it maximizes your time on the water! There is additional video resources available under our "Services" tab. If you still have questions, contact us with any questions by phone or email at our "Contact Page".