Ice Fishing box, Kerekes
Identifier
2025.002.0001
Description
Bright red Kerekes Ice Fishing Box. There is a carrying strap and holes to set 3 poles on one side. When you get to your spot on the ice, you light the kerosene heater inside and close the door. You sit on the box and put your hands over the output hole on the side to keep your hands warm.
This was used by William Wieland, (1921-2020), to go ice fishing on Logan Lake. He fished for bluegills.
Materials
wood, metal, heater
Origin Place
Lowell, MI
(had as artist)
(had as donor)