The Essentials
Pop-up tent ($280)
I ordered this one from Vevor
There are many options for insulated ice fishing tents.
I chose this one because it has windows, which can be covered with included covers that attach with Velcro.
Tent Cover ($90)
I ordered this one from Amazon
Small embers that come out of the chimney will melt little holes in the roof of the tent over time.
3000 in³ wood stove ($230)
This Vevor is the best I could find
This Cabela’s version could also work
I’ve tried smaller ones, trust me, you want one of these that are 3000 in³ or larger.
Silicone boot ($55)
I ordered this one on Amazon
You’ll need one for a 5″ pipe
This is so the pipe doesn’t melt the tent and cover.
Fiberglass heat wrap for the stove-pipe ($20)
I ordered this kit on Amazon
While the silicone boot is probably enough, I still want to make sure it is well insulated exiting the tent
Total Cost: $675 CAD
The best part is you can pack everything up in 8 minutes and bring it to a friend’s house (or a nearby lake). 😉
Be mindful of any fire bans or smoking out neighbors yards.
Bring small collapsible chairs for easy transport.
Careful not to touch any metal of a chair when it’s up to temperature!
Optional Things
Thermometer & Hygrometer ($56)
I ordered this one on Amazon
Definitely not the most accurate, or fastest to tell the current temp, but it works (and smells nice).
Stainless Rock Bin ($40)
I got this 4 Gallon Stainless on Amazon
Adding rocks helps keep water from spraying out when it “flash boils”
Use igneous rocks that won’t explode from high temperatures
Cedar Boards ($80)
A few 2×4’s and Cedar planks to make a basic bench
Handyman required
The Cold Plunge ❄️
100 Gallon Stock Tank ($250)
The “cold plunge” is a 100 Gallon stock tank I got from a local supply store
I’ve seen these from $150 to $300
Just fill with water and add ice ❄️
For Best Results 🔥
Chop the wood into 2″ to 3″ diameter pieces for a fast warm up and consistent heat output.
Pouring a bottle of water in the “rock bin” when you light the stove will give you a good indication when to “turn down the temperature”:
When you hear the water start to boil, close the vents on the front of the stove, and turn the damper on the chimney from “12 o’clock” to around “10 o’clock”.
Every 10-15 minutes shove more wood in the stove.
If it feels like it is too hot or the chimney is glowing red, shove more wood in the stove (this seems counterintuitive), but it works and will prevent a big swing in temperature.
If you purchased everything above, you should be under $1000 CAD 💸
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