 Well current Leech Lake Walker Bay ice conditions are forcing changes to this year's eel pod festival in Walker. The Cass County Sheriff's Department says there's concern for public safety during the eel pod festival because there's heavy snow and flooding including slush and water on the ice. With a large volume of vehicle and ice house traffic expected, safety is a concern so vehicle restrictions will be in place. Now Leech Lake Walker Bay eel pod festival vehicle traffic will be restricted to snowmobiles in Class 1 and 2 ATVs only from Friday February 22nd at 3 p.m. until Sunday February 24th at 8 a.m. During the restricted time, no vehicles will be allowed in the restricted area for any reason. Fish houses may be pulled out by ATVs or snowmobiles in the restricted area which will be visibly marked and violators will be issued citations and towed from the lake during this period. If you enjoyed this segment of Lakeland news, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland PBS.