A 50' rope is essential while ice fishing. I keep one in my Otter sled. For this purpose, a lightweight braided nylon rope is sufficient. Might save a life someday, maybe even my own.
Ice skating we bring an old ice screw too. As well as for an anchor away from shore it also is handy to quickly determine ice depth (it is a long version 9").
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