Everything you need to know before playing on that frozen pond; Follow these tips to stay safe on the ice this winter.

This story was originally featured on Outdoor Life. Falling through thin ice is a wintertime hazard that claims many lives each year. Before you head out for ice fishing, trapping, or any other activity on frozen bodies of water, make sure you plan ahead for this kind of winter crisis and make sure you know exactly what to do if it happens to you or someone near you...