I've fished Chebacco a little bit during the summer. I hear it used to be fantastic for bass, but the fishing has slowed as of late. Some monster pickerel in there though- I've lost them
Definitely an option, plenty of access. Didn't ice up at all last year, though.
So a few options:
Round Pond
Chebacco Lake
One of TDF's secret ice spots (not sure if he wants crowds there)
Rick- any word from your buddy? And how are you doing??