How do you stand the cold?

Dressing properly is the key to a long and comfortable day on the ice. Here are some important tips:

Start with thin layers, then layer-on the heavier cloths on top. Good thermal underwear the first layer. The longer you can keep your core warm the longer your extremities will stay warm.
Make sure you can move around freely. If you’re feeling restrained, lighten up on the layers.
Layer the short socks, but you shouldn’t need to layer up from your foot much, unless you wear short boots.
Wear warm high boots that will keep cold and wetness out.
A good ice fishing suit is the best, but deer hunting gear or good ski/snowboard wear will suffice. Often just a good pair of winter bibs is all you need besides a regular jacket or sweatshirt on top of you layers.
Make sure you have a hooded jacket and a good hat that covers your ears.
If you plan on fishing outside, wear thin waterproof gloves if you can’t fish glove-free. Keep them on unless you need to change bait or re-tie.
If you gotta pee, go pee. You get cold when you’re holding it in.

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