Ice fishing shanty

Some of the original tiny houses were not built for Instagram-worthy photos, but for basic shelter from icy winds and harsh weather. The ice shanty or ice fishing house (also known as a fish coop, darkhouse or bobhouse) is popular in northern communities where ice fishing is a major winter sport. This towable ice fishing

Ice fishing has come a long ways. Some ice fishermen have decided to fight the elements head on with luxury ice fishing huts.

A photographic survey of DIY shanties temporarily situated on the surface of frozen lakes in Wisconsin during the 10-week ice fishing season each year.

Dave Novak has made hundreds of shacks in his lifetime

A Canadian from Alberta is selling this spectacular ice fishing house for around $30,000 that you'll have a hard time passing up if it’s still around!

Some of the original tiny houses were not built for Instagram-worthy photos, but for basic shelter from icy winds and harsh weather. The ice shanty or ice fishing house (also known as a fish coop, darkhouse or bobhouse) is popular in northern communities where ice fishing is a major winter sport. This towable ice fishing

"I decided if I'm going to ice fish, I'm going to ice fish in comfort," he said.

How do you make an ice shanty? Keep reading for ideas on building an ice shanty that’s just right for you.

Ice shanties captured throughout New England, mostly Maine. Contributed by Foster Huntington.

A photographic survey of DIY shanties temporarily situated on the surface of frozen lakes in Wisconsin during the 10-week ice fishing season each year.