Safety

Why You Should Avoid Ice Shelves at All Costs

Angela Montana · January 26, 2026
Why You Should Avoid Ice Shelves at All Costs

Please don’t step onto ice shelves—ever. Even if they are right near the shore, they are unpredictable, unstable, and can turn deadly in seconds.

Here’s an example of what not to do (this was from Lake Michigan):

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