Hi Midcoast, ice fishing is the best time to catch them I go to Sally Mountain Cabins in jackman, ME it's about 30.00 a night to stay there but i highly recommend them, electricity, hot shower, private cabin, take a couple of your buddys who are willing to pitch in and drive up for the weekend, it's good to make memories. you can check them out online www.sallymtcabins.com