We decided to cross the border for a short trip in search of safer ice. Went to Merrit and the refuge lakes by Valentine. Merrit was a picturesque canyon reservoir full of 12 to 13" black footballs and a few bonus pike that inhaled the crappie offerings. Nice to get away from the crowds as we only saw four anglers in 3 days. Name: IMG_20131216_170124.jpg Views: 367 Size: 82.0 KB