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For the first time in decades, scientists are not going to stock Lake Champlain with hatchery lake trout. That's because wild fish are finally spawning and sustaining their populations again.
Join Brad & Jess as we chat with two of our long-time Brand Ambassadors, Rob Ouellette and Al Benoit. Both Rob and Al reside in Sudbury Ontario, made their careers as corrections officers, and both own recreational property near Manitoulin Island where they do a lot of fishing for Salmon and Lake Trout. On this podcast, we talk about the local fisheries, fish allergies, trolling techniques, spoons and tournaments. We also dive into the important topic of fishing as a tool to improve mental health. Mental Health & Fishing: https://www.lenthompson.com/blog/mental-health-fishing Rob's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@robbytheoutdoorsguy_channel Al's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/albenoitfishing/ Learn more about the Canadian Fishing Podcast at https://www.lenthompson.com/podcast.html
(May 2, 2025) Lake trout disappeared from Lake Champlain by 1900, the victims of pollution, overfishing, and the invasive sea lamprey. Biologists have engineered a remarkable comeback, and now the fish are thriving on their own and stocking efforts are winding down. Also: Fort Drum generates almost $2 billion for the North Country economy, making it the largest single-site employer in the region.
In this edition of West Virginia Outdoors, Chris Lawrence chats with listener Calvin Grimm and Captain Adam DeLand about an unforgettable fishing trip on Lake Ontario, reeling in Browns, Coho, and Lake Trout. Hear how spring conditions create the perfect storm for success and learn about conservation efforts for Atlantic salmon. Later, Brad Reed, Executive Director of the West Virginia State Parks Foundation, joins Chris to discuss the foundation's mission, recent improvements, and the future of West Virginia's top-tier state park system. Plus, a preview of the upcoming West Virginia Trout Festival!
Send us a textThis week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale talks to outdoor reporter, writer and Hunting and Conservation Editor for Outdoor Life, Andrew McKean. Andrew wrote a wonderful article for the 2025 March/April edition of Montana Outdoors Magazine. The title of the article is Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Fins. This fascinating article covers the history and the effect of the introduction of the Cisco into Fort Peck Reservoir over 40 years ago and the effects this amazing forge fish continues to have on the sport fish that live in the Reservoir. Of course, most avid Fort Peck Anglers are aware of the Cisco, but they may not be aware of how the Cisco continues to grow the population of world class sport fish in the reservoir and how they are changing the behavior of the larger of the Walleye, Pike, Lake Trout, of course the Chinook or King Salmon and maybe even the larger Catfish. Now, many of you reading this may be asking what do you mean? Well when you listen to this Podcast you will hear Andrew talk about why more and more anglers are catching for example large Walleye and Pike suspended in deep water, often when they are fishing for the King Salmon! In fact, during the podcast Andrew even gives a stunning prediction that one of these days soon there will a new record Pike caught deep that will exceed...wait until you hear that weight! He also talks about other positive things about this amazing forge fish that you will for sure find VERY interesting. Yeah, you will learn that the story of the Cisco is a rare success story for a nonnative forge fish. So, mash that play button and listen to this fascinating podcast about the Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Fins.Links:For more information about the Cisco click here.To learn about all the articles you can find in the March/April edition of Montana Outdoors Magazine click here.Click here to read the article Double Bacon Cheeseburger with Fins.Questions for Andrew McKean? Click here to email him.Your host Downrigger Dale would love to hear what you thought of this Podcast and what your ideas are for future ones! Click here to email Rigger.Remember to tune in to The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, live every Saturday from 6:00AM to 8:00AM MT. The show airs on 30 radio stations across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.
#740 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/740 Presented by: Northern Rockies Adventures In this episode, we dive into the remote and wild fishing experiences offered by Northern Rockies Adventures with Daniel Schildknecht, Phil Rowley, and Lance Egan. From chasing Northern Pike, Lake Trout, and Grayling to navigating untouched rivers by float plane, this trip had it all. Plus, we get an inside look at an upcoming hosted trip that might be your next dream adventure. Strap in for big fish, wild landscapes, and some unforgettable moments on the Wet Fly Swing Podcast! Episode Chapters with Phil, Daniel, and Lance on Northern Rockies Whitefish, Grayling, and the Predator-Prey Game The lakes and rivers of the Northern Rockies are home to a mix of fish, each playing a role in the ecosystem. While whitefish and grayling might not be top targets for every angler, they tell an important story about these waters. Key Takeaways: - Whitefish = Healthy Water – Mountain whitefish are a sign of clean, untouched rivers. If they're thriving, so is the fishery. - Grayling on Dry Flies – These fish love rising to dries but don't always have the best aim. Be ready for multiple takes! - Whitefish = Food Source – Big rainbows, bull trout, and lake trout feast on whitefish. Schools of them hugging the bank means predators are nearby. Some of the best fishing moments happen when you're not just casting but observing. In these remote waters, every fish has a role, and understanding them can make you a better angler. Crystal Clear Lakes and a Short but Intense Fishing Season The lakes of the Northern Rockies aren't like most others. They are deep, clear, and packed with life. With diverse landscapes and rich water quality, these lakes create the perfect habitat for big, healthy fish. What Makes These Lakes Special? - Ultra-clear water – No murky lakes here, just pristine, see-through waters. - Rich food sources – Scuds (freshwater shrimp), snails, and chironomids fuel big trout. - Diverse habitats – From deep, rocky basins to shallow, weedy shoals, every lake is different. The fishing season here is short but intense. If you're after prime stillwater action, aim for June to September. For big pike, cooler water in June or late August is best. And if dry flies are your thing, mid-July to mid-August is peak time. Chasing Lake Trout: Timing, Depth, and Surprise Encounters Lake trout can be tricky on the fly, but with the right approach, they're not impossible. These fish love cold, oxygen-rich water, so they move deep when temperatures rise. But sometimes, they show up in the last place you'd expect. Flying into the Wild: The Ultimate Fishing Access Getting to Northern Rockies Adventures isn't just a journey—it's part of the experience. Float planes take anglers deep into untouched waters, where the only crowds are schools of hungry fish. The Bush Planes That Get You There - Caravan – A “rocket ship on floats,” built for speed and comfort. - Turbo Otter – A powerhouse that carries up to nine anglers in style. - King Air 300 – The luxury ride from Vancouver, flying right over the Rockies. Every flight brings jaw-dropping views, from rugged peaks to remote lakes. And with bubble windows, you're never missing a moment. No crowded boats, no long drives—just you, a plane, and the adventure ahead. Phil and Tim Flagler are teaming up for a special hosted trip at Northern Rockies Adventures from August 10–17, 2025. This trip offers a mix of stillwater and river fishing, with access to some of the wildest and most untouched fisheries in North America. What to Expect - Four flyouts to remote waters, targeting multiple species. - Guided and hosted fishing with Phil, Tim, and the Northern Rockies team. - Pre-trip Zoom sessions to go over logistics, gear, and flies. - Lodge accommodations with incredible food and views. If you're interested in joining the trip, email Daniel or Phil at daniel@nradventures.com or flycraft@shaw.ca or visit flycraftangling.com. Exploring the Northern Rockies by Float Plane Lance Egan spent an unforgettable week at Northern Rockies Adventures, fishing six out of seven days and staying at the lodge right off the Alaska Highway. The experience combined world-class fishing, comfortable accommodations, and breathtaking views. Lance landed rainbows, bull trout, grayling, northern pike, and lake trout while exploring the remote waters. With 132 million hectares of wilderness and 80+ fishing locations, the possibilities were endless. Even after a week, it felt like they had only scratched the surface. One of the biggest highlights? Flying in a float plane over untouched rivers and hidden lakes, picking the perfect spot to fish. With so many unexplored waters, it's an angler's paradise waiting to be discovered. A Fly Fishing Playground: Dry Flies, Streamers, and Bull Trout Lance mixed it up on this trip, fishing dry flies, streamers, and even topwater poppers. While dry fly fishing was his go-to, he also found success stripping streamers for bull trout, pike, and lake trout. Bull Trout: Targeted near drop-offs and inlets, using streamers like white sparkle minnows. - Pike: Explosive topwater eats on poppers and divers in shallow, clear lakes. - Grayling & Rainbows: Dry flies were the ticket, with spot-and-stalk fishing making for exciting takes. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/740
Deep within Canada's Arctic territory lies a world most Canadians will never experience - a place where snowmobiles are purchased at the grocery store alongside milk, where polar bears rip steel doors off community freezers to steal walrus meat, and where lake trout grow to mythical proportions. This is the world Justin Jenkins has embraced, splitting his life between Winnipeg and remote Nunavut communities where he works in mental health.Justin's journey north began with a childhood fascination with lake trout after watching fishing shows featuring these mysterious cold-water giants. What started as an obsession evolved into a life-changing decision to move to Baker Lake, Nunavut - not for the quick money many southerners seek in northern jobs, but for the fishing opportunities and deeper connection to community.The conversation paints a vivid picture of life in Canada's most remote territory, where communities exist as islands with no roads connecting them to each other or the rest of Canada. Everything arrives by annual sea lift or expensive air freight. Yet within this isolation, Justin found purpose, describing how working in these tiny communities feels meaningful compared to southern life where one feels like "a grain of sand on the beach."Wildlife encounters feature prominently, from Justin's strategies for avoiding polar bears (more common in his current community of Chesterfield Inlet on Hudson Bay) to fascinating insights about barren-ground caribou and Arctic char. Particularly compelling is the contrast between southern conservation narratives about declining polar bear populations and the observations of Inuit elders who report seeing more bears than ever.The episode culminates with incredible fishing stories only possible in the Arctic - catching 70-80 lake trout in three hours, hand-wrestling a massive Arctic char, and landing a 46-inch lake trout that fought for 50 minutes during never-ending daylight. Justin's YouTube channel "Assorted Meats" captures these adventures, including fishing with unconventional items like tampons and sunglasses.As climate change transforms the Arctic faster than anywhere else, Justin's stories preserve a moment in time while honoring the resilience of communities that have thrived in this challenging environment for thousands of years. Join us for this remarkable conversation that will change how you see Canada's true north.
Send us a textDid you know that a lake trout's brain actually grows in the winter? That's right-when the water gets cold, these incredible fish devote more energy to their brains, enhancing their cognitive abilities for complex reasoning. This astonishing discovery challenges everything we thought we knew about fish behaviour!In this mind-blowing episode of Doc Talks Fishing, we sit down with fisheries scientist, Evan Versteeg, who discovered that lake trout brains *literally grow larger* in cold water when these cunning predators sharpen their cognitive abilities to outsmart prey and survive in frigid conditions. But when summer rolls around, their brains shrink as energy shifts to other survival needs. It's a stunning adaptation that reveals just how dynamic these fish truly are.Don't miss this mind-blowing deep dive into the science behind one of North America's most iconic fish!
We've got a full squad back on the Podcast this week! Sobi is back from being on the road squeezing every last second of life out of the Ice Fishing Season. The boys all catch up on what they've been up to lately, and do a little Bassmaster Classic preview as well as a Fantasy Fishing Update.We then bring on a friend of ours, NFL Center Frank Ragnow, to chat about an incredible adventure he took into the Canadian Wilderness with Jason Mitchell to fish an UNTOUCHED Lake in Northern Saskatchewan. Hearing about this trip is absolutely epic, and we catch up with Frank about a bunch of other stuff he's done in the fishing and outdoors world. Frank is an A+ human being and it's impossible not to feel his love for the outdoors.After our interview we talk a little bit about what's been going on in the world, as well as preview an award we want to follow more closely, Carl Jocumsen's "Fear My Heart" award. We then end with a good 'ol segment of The Weigh In, this time we're talking the Best Frozen Pizza's.Strap in!~ Past The Barb Social Media ~ Email Us Questions and Feedback: pastthebarbpodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @pastthebarbpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... ~ Follow Us On Social Media ~ Adam Bartusek Instagram: @adambartusek Adam Bartusek Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adambartbart... Ryan Pinkalla Instagram: @ryan_pinkalla Ryan Pinkalla YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiRa... Sam Sobi Instagram: @sam_sobi_ Sam Sobi Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sobieckfishing
Send us a textThis week your Host Downrigger Dale talks with Mack Days Tournament Manager Cindy Benson and her husband Mike Benson who has fished the Mack Days tourneys for many years! Cindy will give you all the details about this incredible Tournament which gets underway on March 13th and goes through May 10th on Flathead Lake in Northwest Montana. Downrigger referrs to the Mack Days Tournaments as the most unique fishing tournaments you will ever fish in and are the richest Tournaments in Montana and for Lake Trout tournaments, likely the richest in the world! Just wait until you hear Mike talk about how much money he won in Spring Mack Days just a few years ago. It is in the 5-digit range and the winner of last year's Spring Mack Days won quite a bit more than that! How much? Click that play button above and find out. Mike will also give you great advice about how to fish for the Lake Trout, also known as Mackinaw or Macks. It's all explained in the Podcast from what lures to use, where to go on the lake and much more. So, click that play button and get to listening! Links:Click here to go to the Spring Mack Days website!Know how to identify the fish in Flathead Lake. The website above has that info or use the Fishes of Montana App. Click here to get that on Google Play. Or click here to get it for Apple. Lures that Mike talked about:LeadagatorRattle-d-ZastorGlowing JigsPaul's Jigs - Call 309-678-6160 to order.PlugIt TackleOr talk to local tackle shops in area.Campgrounds Cindy talked about.Blue BayWayfarersBig ArmFlathead Lake MapMontana Fishing RegulationsFlathead Indian Reservation Fishing Regulations (South Half of Flathead Lake)To email Cindy and Mike click here.To email Downrigger click hereRemember to tune in to The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, live every Saturday from 6:00AM to 8:00AM MT. The show airs on 30 radio stations across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.
Jason Mitchell joins the JMO Podcast to share stories about an epic ice fishing adventure he and his buddies took out of Baker Narrows Lodge in northern Manitoba. The details of this fishing trip seem unreal to imagine but truthfully the 3 anglers on this trip iced over 20 master angler lake trout which only qualify if they are 35"+. The footage of this adventure which has never been done before will be found on the Jason Mitchell Outdoors YouTube channel.Zulauf Construction - https://www.zulaufconstruction.com701-630-0197Summit Fishing Equipment - https://summitfishingequipment.comScheels - https://www.scheels.com/c/fishingWebsite - www.jmopodcast.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/JMOFishingPodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_jmopodcast/
Since the 1940's, Lake Trout have been extinct in all of the Great Lakes except Lake Superior. Pressure from commercial fishing as well as the invasion of sea lamprey devastated this native species, and the population in Lake Superior also suffered. For three generations an international team of scientists has been working to restore healthy Lake Trout populations in all the Great Lakes. In this episode of the Lake Superior Podcast, Walt Lindala and Frida Waara talk with Shawn Sitar, Fisheries Research Biologist with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to update the status of Lake Trout in Lake Superior.Key Takeaways:Shawn Sitar explains his deep connection to Lake Superior, describing it as his hometown and emphasizing its pristine, natural state.He outlines how Lake Superior stands out among the Great Lakes - not only as the largest by surface area but also as the deepest - making it a unique ecosystem.The episode details the historical collapse of lake trout populations due to overfishing and invasive species, and highlights the international recovery efforts led by the Great Lakes Fishery Commission.Shawn discusses the three-prong approach to lake trout recovery: suppression of sea lampreys, controlled fishing, and hatchery stocking.He also addresses the challenges posed by climate change and evolving research techniques, emphasizing the need for long-term monitoring and adaptive management.Notable Quotes:"I realized I look at Lake Superior as my hometown. I love that.""It is the largest lake on the earth in terms of surface area. So that's the statistics there. Lake Superior is also the deepest among the Great Lakes.""In fact, lake trout were extinct in all the Great Lakes except Lake Superior."“By the 1960s, if we look at Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, Lake Erie, and Lake Ontario, the absence of lake trout, the top boss in the system, created a lot of havoc. And during that time period in the late 50s and 60s and 70s, there was another invasive called the alewife, which is a small oily fish from the Atlantic Ocean that came up. And it just basically boomed in the Great Lakes.""During my career working on Lake Superior and the Great Lakes, I've already seen surface temperatures increase from when I started till now. There's a lot of variation around it. And I think there's already research ongoing to assess the impact."Resources:Michigan Department of Natural Resources Website: https://www.michigan.gov/dnrGreat Lakes Fishery Commission Website: http://www.glfc.orgNational Parks of Lake Superior Foundation Website: https://nplsf.orgDocumentary “Fish Thief”: https://www.thefishthief.com/ Connect With Us:Website: https://nplsf.org/podcastFacebook: https://facebook.com/NPLSFSponsors:Cafe Imports: Supporting environmental sustainability in coffee-growing regions since 1993. Learn more: https://cafeimports.com/National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation: Support vital projects by donating at https://nplsf.orgBe sure to tune in to this episode of the Lake Superior Podcast to hear Shawn Sitar's in-depth insights on the lake trout recovery efforts, the unique characteristics of Lake Superior, and the ongoing challenges and innovations in Great Lakes fisheries research.
#718 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/718 Presented By: Drifthook Fly Fishing, Pescador on the Fly, Yellowstone Teton Territory, Togiak River Lodge Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors What makes Minnesota one of the most diverse fly fishing destinations in the country? From chasing wild steelhead on the North Shore and brook trout in the spring creeks of the Driftless, this state offers an incredible range of opportunities for anglers. Today, Carl Haensel—author of Fly Fishing Minnesota, fly fishing guide, and manager at Great Waters Fly Fishing Expo—breaks down everything you need to know about fly fishing in Minnesota. We'll cover the best times to fish, top rivers and lakes, and the species you can target, from lake trout and smallmouth bass to muskies and migratory browns. Carl also shares insights on conservation efforts, the history of Lake Superior's fisheries, and what makes Minnesota's public access some of the best in the country. Plus, we get a look inside the Great Waters Fly Fishing Expo and why it's a must-attend event. Let's dive in! Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/718
This is a recording from Fish Hawk LIVE. Captain Casey Prisco from Dirty Goose Sportfishing joins Fish Hawk Live to discuss Lake Ontario salmon fishing, lake trout, cowbells, & more. Casey now owns Hammerhead Cowbells. We get into his new business as well. For more Great Lakes fishing information, visit https://fishhawkelectronics.com/blog/
Send us a textAre you ready to catch more and bigger lake trout under the ice this winter? We're diving this week into Dr. Christian Therrien's groundbreaking research on lake trout habits and habitat. From their seasonal movements in the winter time to their feeding patterns, we unpack the science behind what makes these incredible fish tick. But we don't stop there—we take Chris' fascinating findings and translate them into practical, game-changing strategies you can use to outsmart lake trout and land more and bigger fish. Whether you're an experienced ice angler or just getting started, this episode is packed with tricks, tips and techniques to help you up your game. Tune in and take your winter lake trout fishing to the next level!
In this exciting episode Jesse and Andrew are joined by Thatcher from Drop Tine Tackle to dive deep into the world of ice fishing for lake trout and crappie. Thatcher shares his journey as an angler and guide, offering insights into the art of creating effective fishing lures.This episode is full of practical tips, gear recommendations, and a lighthearted discussion on the joys and challenges of the sport. The episode also features an awesome giveaway! Jesse also sneaks in a few musky related conversations into the mix for those dreaming of open water season!Here are the official website and social media profiles for Drop Tine Tackle:Website: https://droptinetackle.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Droptinetackle/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/droptinetackle/Mentioned: Drop Tine Tackle Hunger Strike Tubes: https://droptinetackle.com/collections/hunger-strikes/products/3-8-oz-hunger-strike-tube-jigBerkley Vibrato: https://fishingworld.ca/products/berkley-vibratoLittle Cleo: https://www.acmetackle.com/products/little-cleoSwedish Pimple: https://swedishpimple.com/Shimano Convergence Ice Rods:https://sportsheadquarters.ca/collections/ice-rods/products/shimano-ice-convergence-rodNorthland Coffin Spoon: https://www.northlandtackle.com/the-buck-shot-coffin-spoon-2/Clam Rattling PT: https://clamoutdoors.com/rattlin-pt-spoonVexlar FL12 Flasher: https://store.vexilar.com/products/ice-fishing-sonar/flx-12.htmlHummingbird Ice 45 Flasher:https://humminbird.johnsonoutdoors.com/us/shop/fish-finders/ice/ice-45-flasher Drop Tine Tackle Growler: https://droptinetackle.com/products/growlerDroptine Growler Attachment:https://droptinetackle.com/collections/muskie-baits/products/growler-armDroptine Triple Deuce: https://droptinetackle.com/collections/muskie-baits/products/triple-deuce-eliteJay Siemens Alaska Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8yHHE4QOJo&t=78sBoatside Grayling/Pike Video: hSupport the showWe appreciate your support in making this one of Ontario's favourite fishing podcasts! This show is ad free for your listening pleasure, but if you feel inclined to help us cover some of the cost incurred in producing this show and be entered in all the monthly giveaways (some exclusions apply) please click the support show link
In This episode we speak to Steve Renneberg from Arrowhead Outdoors in Ely MN about Ice Fishing and Lake Trout. Then we talk to Adam Griffith about Crappie Chronicle's. That is a great show on Youtube if you haven't seen it.
The superintendent of Madison schools was named in a whistleblower lawsuit in his former district. Trout in Lake Superior have recovered from a fish-killing invader. And, a warship docked in Milwaukee is set to be commissioned soon.
Drew Price is a veteran guide on Lake Champlain, and every November he looks forward to the spawning run that draws monster lakers from Champlain's depths and puts them in easy casting distance from the bank. During a brief window, you can stick lakers with your feet on terra firma in almost any body of water they inhabit. These pointers will get you on the right track while the getting is still very good. Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele. Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.
Send us a textThis week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale had a great talk with one of Montana's top fishing guides, Don Wilkins. Rigger found out that Don is still out guiding folks on Fort Peck Reservoir, which you don't find many guides that do that this late in the season. So, Rigger figured that he obviously must be catching something out there. Spoiler Alert: yes, he is catching a lot! What he is catching, what is he using to do that and where is he finding them? Well, if you want to know all that then this podcast is for you! Another thing that Don Wilkins was kind enough to share was some fantastic advice about the upcoming ice fishing season. Including the main things, you should be checking for with your ice fishing gear? Don also shared what his favorite gear is to use which is extremely valuable advice since he knows a TON about all that gear. That way your favorite locally owned sporting goods store can get it all ordered for you so it will be here in time for when the lakes of Montana freeze over. Don also does guided ice fishing trips as well as what he calls "Tag a Long Trips". What are those? If you want to learn how to become a safe, incredible ice fishing expert then you FOR SURE NEED TO LISTEN NOW!Links:See what Don and his clients have been catching lately? Click here and browse his 56 Fishing Guide Service Facebook Page and take a look at all those great pictures!There are lots of ways you can book a trip with Don Wilkins! Just Click here to see links and click any of those listed. You can also just give Don a call at (406) 407-6648.Click here to email Don Wilkins with any questions you have.If you want a list of all of Don's recommended ice fishing gear, click here and tell Rigger you want the list of Don's recommended gear, and he will email it to you right away!Remember to tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.
(Oct 1, 2024) As dockworkers at ports around the country begin their strike, state officials say New Yorkers don't have to worry about major food shortages yet; fisheries managers are cautiously optimistic about the increasing amount of wild-born lake trout on Lake Champlain; Saratoga Springs welcomed farmers and their giant pumpkins from across the country for an annual competition; and a lifelong baseball enthusiast moved to the North Country to help coach the Boonville Lumberjacks baseball team.
This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Pete, Steve, and Dean are live from Lake Obabika Lodge to give you a behind-the-scenes look at one of the latest episodes of The Fish'n Canada Show. Topics discussed included: Steve and Dean's new hosting jobs; getting used to fishing with a camera; open water smallmouth; cat and mouse techniques for Lake Trout; unconventional Laker lures; Pete's big laker story; Lake Obabika Lodge; the Near North; entry-level muskie setups; and much more!To never miss an episode of Outdoor Journal Radio, be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a review on your favourite podcast app!More from Angelo and Pete:► WEBSITE► FACEBOOK► INSTAGRAM► YOUTUBE
Send us a Text Message.This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale takes a unique approach to learning all about the Fall Mack Days fishing tournament that will take place on Flathead Lake in Northwest Montana, starting September 5th and going through November 3rd. Rigger talked to 4 different competitors and Tournament Director Cindy Benson. When you listen to the Podcast one of the things that will likely standout to you BIG TIME is the amounts of money that all these competitors have made in the past. Not only did they talk about how much they have made, they went into detail on how they did it! Everything from what kind of rods, line, lures and bait they use, to how deep and where to troll or jig for those Mighty Mackinaw Lake Trout in Flathead Lake. Julie Perkins and Terry Krogstad are boyfriend and girlfriend fish together. Julie has won the women's division several times and Terry has done the same in the men's division. They also were lucky enough to catch a $10,000 tagged fish in 2021! There is another $10,000 fish that will be swimming around this year, plus (3) $5,000 & (5) $1000 plus over (9,000) $500 to $100 tagged Lake Trout! David McDaniel and Joe Minnehan also talk to Rigger. David fishes solo and talks about his unique double jigging technique and much more. Joe fishes with a partner and talks about a very interesting vertical jigging and casting technique, plus a whole lot more. They have all made 4 to 5 figure incomes fishing Mack Days and when you listen to the podcast you will learn a ton of things that will help you to maybe do the same!Links:Click here to get all the details about this year's Fall Mack Days.You can fish just one of the days of the tournament or every day! It is super easy to enter and the link above has all those details. However, if you have questions you can email Tournament Director Cindy Benson by clicking here. Or call you can call her at 406-270-3386.Click here to see a map of Flathead Lake. You can enter things like, Blue Bay Campground, (which Rigger and Cindy talk about on the podcast) in the search bar.Get the free Fishes of Montana App so you can identify the right fish. You don't want to accidently keep an endangered fish! Click here for the android version. Click here for the Apple version.Click here to go to the Montana State Parks website for info on campgrounds in the area.Remember to tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.
This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, the boys are LIVE from Loon Lodge on the famous Lake Temagami where they are recapping their most recent Fish'n Canada shoot and discussing one of the best Lake Trout fisheries they have ever seen. Topics discussed included: our new partners; "sharpshooting" lake trout; how electronics can change the way you Lake Trout fish; the best mount for your LiveScope; getting shocked by your boat; fishing during storms; our new contests; and much more!To never miss an episode of Outdoor Journal Radio, be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a review on your favourite podcast app!More from Angelo and Pete:► WEBSITE► FACEBOOK► INSTAGRAM► YOUTUBE
Stacy Furgal from New York Sea Grant joins the Great Lakes Fishing Podcast for Episode #222. We discuss the Lake Ontario Lake Trout Tagging Study. In order to increase the natural reproduction of lake trout in Lake Ontario and perhaps the entire Great Lakes region, scientists are studying the movements of lake trout to see how they travel throughout their life cycle. For more Great Lakes fishing information, visit https://fishhawkelectronics.com/blog/
On this episode of ‘Network Outdoors The Podcast' Brandon Malson and Justin Smith discuss fishing on the big water!They share insight to different ways to setup your boat, depths and temperatures to target different species, fall versus spring fishing, lures to use, color combos, jigging for walleye, lakers, king salmon, coho, down riggers, using boards & dipstick divers, and even a nugget about preventing sea sickness.Thank you so much for listening and for your support!If you or someone you know finds value in connecting with other outdoors men & women, please drop us a line and we will get you plugged in.Be sure to follow us on social @networkoutdoors and subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzpCfJXk0eoo0oKiEFPmWIATo stay up-to-date on events, trips and networking opportunities sign up for our email list at our website www.NetworkOutdoors.com.Until next time - signing off!
State and Federal wildlife officials are making plans to kill lake trout in the Swan Lake drainage. The agencies say core populations of native bull trout are at risk of extinction in coming decades due to competition and predation by nonnative lake trout.
Send us a Text Message.This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast we continued our series about learning waterways and species of fish that are new to you by hiring a fishing guide. Your host Downrigger Dale sat down with fishing guide Don Wilkins of 56 Fishing Guide Service for an amazing discussion about learning fishing techniques with fishing technology and oh so much more. Don guides on Fort Peck Reservoir and though he is fairly new to guiding he is hardly new to fishing; he's been doing it his whole life. Rigger got to know Don through the Captain of the Montana Outdoor Radio Show. It seemed like every time Rigger and the Captain would see Don out on the water he was reeling in a huge Salmon, Lake Trout or Walleye. In fact, Don was the first person that Rigger had met that could catch the big salmon through the ice on Fort Peck. You will also learn about how Don uses his Garmin Livescope to help teach his clients jigging and other techniques. It really is amazing how it shows the jig and the fish approaching it and how his clients can see how the fish reacts to their technique. When you listen you will also hear Don go into detail about the gear, lures, bait and more that for he uses to catch the different species of fish in Fort Peck, and of course the techniques he uses to catch the King of the Fort Peck fish, the mighty King Salmon. WARNING: once you listen to all the things he tells Rigger about catching the incredible King Salmon you might just catch a nasty case of Black Jaw Fever! That is name for the addiction you will have once you catch on of those incredibly powerful fish. Just know that currently there is no cure for Black Jaw Fever. Don Wilkins can ease your symptoms by teaching you how to catch them but that just leaves you wanting more once the thrill wears off. Gang, DO NOT miss this Podcast!! You will learn a TON from Don not just about catching Kings but about catching other species as well!If you want to learn more about Don Wilkins click here to view the 56 Fishing Guide Service, LLC Facebook page. Be sure and check out the incredible pictures on the Facebook Page by clicking here and watch those Livescope videos by clicking here. You can also learn more about Don by clicking here. Don also works through Eddie and the Gang at Lakeridge Lodging and Bait Shop and Big Sky Fishing Charters so click those links. If you have questions for Don, click here to send him and email. As always be sure and email your old buddy Downrigger Dale and let him know what you thought of this Podcast and what your ideas are for topics for future podcasts. Remember to tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.
Send us a Text Message.This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale and the Captain of the Montana Outdoor Radio Show sat down with Fort Peck Fishing Guide, Scott Collinsworth. Scott and his wife Jess are also the owners of Fort Peck Marina on the incredible Fort Peck Reservoir. One of the many topics that Rigger and the Captain talked with Scott about is the idea of someone that is not familiar with such a massive lake like Fort Peck, using a Fishing Guide like Scott to learn where to find amd catch all the different species of fish that the lake has to offer. They talked all about how to find the “Big Uns” like, well, none other than the King of Fort Peck Reservoir the Mighty Chinook Salmon! Catching 20 plus pounders is not unusual but as Scott explained it can be a real grind for even the most experienced fishermen that has been fishing Fort Peck for years. Thus, Rigger's idea of hiring a guide like Scott if you are a newcomer to the 134 mile long lake. The Big Blackjaws were not all the boys discussed, however. Scott also gave out all kinds of great advice and described some of his most successful techniques for finding and catching HUGE Walleyes, some VERY FEISTY Smallmouth Bass, big Pike and Massive Lake Trout! When you listen to this Podcast it will be like getting a personal seminar from one of the top guides in all of Montana. Better yet why not go out fishing with Scott one of these days? Another thing you will learn about when you listen to the Podcast is a TON about Fort Peck Marina, the campground, tackle shop and the wonderful restaurant and bar. Make sure you listen to the entire podcast because there is fantastic advice that you will get from jigging techniques, tackle suggestions, when to go after the big Salmon, and much, much more. As Rigger put it; “Scott is an incredible teacher, he explains things so dang well and his ideas and overall approach to becoming a better fishermen are fascinating. I can't wait to get out on the water and try what I have learned!! Lookout Blackjaws I'm coming for ya!!”Links:For more information about Fort Peck Marina, the Campground, Restaurant, Tackle Shop and the Guide Service just click here. If you have questions for Scott, just call and leave a message for him at (406) 526-3442 and he will call you back after he gets done guiding some lucky folks through another great day out on Fort Peck Reservoir. Make sure you shoot your old buddy Downrigger Dale an email too and let him know what you thought of this podcast and give him your ideas for future podcast topics! Click here to send Rigger an email. You can also just click the Text Link above. Remember to tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.
Brian Gambell from Gambler Rigs joins the Great Lakes Fishing Podcast for Episode #209. Topics include trophy lake trout fishing, epic lake trout destinations, and tagging lake trout. This is a recording from the 2024 Greater Niagara Fishing Expo back in February. Captain Vince Pierleoni is cohosting with me on this episode. For more Great Lakes fishing information, visit https://fishhawkelectronics.com/blog/
An article by Darryl Choronzey explains their findings while watching Cameras underwater trolling the Great Lakes. Although this article is focused on Lake Trout - this section discusses other species habits as well for following trolled lures in the open Lake - Steelhead (Rainbow Trout), Coho Salmon, Chinook Salmon and Lake Trout are discussed.
Gord and Liam sit down this week with renown lake trout scientist, (Dr.) Chris Therrien, who has spent years studying the habits and habitat of lake trout. Chris shocks the boys explaining how cold water loving lake trout will venture to feed into the last place you'd ever expect to catch them — hot shoreline water in the middle of summer. He also spells out why he would never fish for lake trout in a lake that didn't offer ciscoes as the principal prey species. And are you ready for this: lake trout suffer beriberi disease when smelt are introduced to the water. If you think you know something about the biggest trout that swims, tune into this episode and prepare to have yourmind blown wide open.
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale talks to CSKT Fisheries Specialist, Cindy Benson and one of the top anglers in past Spring Mack Days Tournaments, Jason Mahlen. Jason has won the tournament many times! You will be blown away by how much cash Jason Mahlen as made fishing in the Mack Days tournaments. Spoiler Alert: the total amount is in the SIX FIGURES! Yeah, this tournament, which starts on March 14th and runs through May 11th, has something for everyone, from the beginner angler to the pro. When you listen to the podcast you will learn that there are all kinds of ways to earn money fishing in this tournament, from just catching a lot of fish to maybe just catching one that is worth $1,000.00! And those are just two of the ways to win. The Tournament takes place on Flathead Lake in Northwest Montana and is one of the richest tournaments you will ever fish in. What maybe even more surprising than all the ways to win cash is the way this incredible tournament is run. For example, you can join in the fun anytime you want between March 14th and May 11th, and it only takes catching one fish to get the winnings going. Now, in addition to learning all about the ins and outs of the tournament you will also hear some great tips on how best to fish this tournament from award winning angler Jason Mahlen. Jason will give you tips on jigging for the lake trout and where he likes to go on Flathead Lake to catch them! Jason even talks about the type of jigs he uses and what kind of bait has worked well for him. Best of all you will learn just how much fun this tournament is for the whole family to take part in.Want even more info? After you listen to the podcast be sure and come back to this article and click here to send Cindy Benson an email so you can get signed up to take part in the tournament and to get all your questions answered. Cindy has access to all the top anglers that have fished this tournament so she can even get any questions you have about how best to fish the tournament directly from them! If you would like to ask Jason Mahlen a question, just click here. You can also watch lots of different videos about how best to catch the HUGE lake trout on Flathead Lake by clicking here to watch videos about trolling or fishing off the docks for the Monster Macks. If you want to watch videos that will teach you about jigging for Macks click here. You can even read more about what all those videos show you by clicking here! As always, your old buddy and host of the Montana Outdoor Podcast, Downrigger Dale is always available via email by clicking here. Have fun out there fishing for Lake Trout at Spring Mack Days March 14th through May 11th!Remember to tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.
Explore the past, present and future of the Lake Trout that inhabit North America's Great Lakes. Larry Miller with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Allegheny National Fish Hatchery is our guest. On deck: Bloater (another Great Lakes native)!
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources hosted its 2024 Roundtable community stakeholder gathering last Friday, and Managing Editor Rob Drieslein and Editor Tim Spielman were on hand. They break down some of the top topics, including the growing presence of technology in hunting and fishing, on this week's show. Then Dan Steele from White Bear […] The post Episode 472 – 2024 DNR Roundtable roundup, winter BWCA-country lake trout, the updated Asian carp plan, and bass C&R year-round appeared first on Outdoor News.
In this episode, Hailey ventures up North to Bayfield, Wisconsin to discover one of the biggest (and most important) industries in the area–commercial fishing. Commercial fishing is of utmost importance, undergoes an extensive process from lake to table, and offers top tier dining restaurants to add to your must-try list. Hailey dives into its importance, which roots from the long tradition of fishing and the abundance of food it provides not only to Bayfield, but also the entire world. Later, Hailey learns about the process, from the early mornings on Lake Superior to Bodin Fisheries, a processing and distributing facility. Now, the moment you've been waiting for…Hailey explores some of the best dining in Bayfield, serving Lake Superior's finest fish. From Patsy's Bar & Grill to Greunke's First Street Inn & Dining, you'll undoubtedly find a flavor you love.Read the blog here: https://discoverwisconsin.com/blog/commercial-fishing-in-bayfield-an-important-industry/Bayfield: https://www.bayfield.org/; Bayfield Maritime Museum: https://www.bayfieldmaritimemuseum.org/; Bodin Fisheries: http://www.bodinfisheries.com/; Patsy's Bar & Grill: http://www.patsysbarandgrill.com/; Portside Bar & Restaurant: http://portsuperior.com/portside-bar-restaurant/; Greunke's First Street Inn & Dining: https://greunkesinn.com/restaurant/fish-boil/The Bobber: https://discoverwisconsin.com/blog/The Cabin Podcast: https://the-cabin.simplecast.com. Follow on social @thecabinpodShop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com. Follow on social @shopdiscoverwisconsinDiscover Wisconsin: https://discoverwisconsin.com/. Follow on social @discoverwisconsin Discover Mediaworks: https://discovermediaworks.com/. Follow on social @discovermediaworksEnbridge: https://www.enbridge.com/. Follow on social @enbridge
This week on Outdoor Journal Radio, Ang and Pete are joined by Great Lakes scientist and Dean of Algoma University's Faculty of Science, Dr. Michael Twiss, to talk about the effect our warm winters and lack of ice cover is having on our fisheries.First, however, a bit of housekeeping was in order. Topics discussed included: merch prices, high nuts; the Napanee education system; good tequila; the down sides of wire leader; jaw spreaders; turkey tail; the arrival of deer ticks in Saskatchewan; getting attacked by mice; the Master Angler program; and the best time to target trophy Lake Trout.With those matters out of the way, Dr. Michael Twiss joins the show. Topics discussed included: the short history of the Great Lakes; the unseen impacts of no ice cover; PCBs in fish; the protection ice provides spawning fish; a deep dive on zooplankton; where fish get their smell; how temperature affects fish location; cold fronts; losing out Maple Trees; ice fishing on Lake Superior; and much more!To never miss an episode of Outdoor Journal Radio, be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a review on your favourite podcast app!More from Angelo and Pete:► WEBSITE► FACEBOOK► INSTAGRAM► YOUTUBEThank you to today's sponsors!Invasive Species Centre - Protecting Canada's land and water from invasive speciesColeman Canada - The Outside is Calling, Answer the Call.CANADIAN ANGLERS: Outdoor Journal Radio and the Invasive Species Centre are looking for your help in getting information about our invasive Goldfish population. Fill out the quick survey to help us keep our waters safe from invasive species!
Seth and Cory recap their 2024 Lake Trout Ice Fishing trip, in Northern Minnesota. The boys discuss ice conditions, Lake Trout and Walleye and mix in a few stories for good measure.Support the showBorder Outdoors is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many other podcast providers. Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review. Stream direct at borderoutdoors.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.
Today, we're discussing Representative Lauren Boebert's unexpected leap across Colorado's congressional districts.Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/542 Presented By: Northern Rockies Adventures Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Get ready for an exhilarating journey as we venture into the heart of the Canadian Rockies with Daniel and his father, Urs, owners of the Northern Rockies Adventures lodge. We're taking you through the untouched backcountry, accessible only by float planes, and unfolding the unique fishing secrets hidden within. The rocky terrains here are home to an array of fish species such as rainbow trout, walleye, and the rare Arctic grayling, offering an invaluable opportunity for any fishing enthusiast. We are not just exploring the wilderness and its underwater treasures; we are also diving into the captivating world of float plane fishing. Sharing their journey, Daniel and Urs take us on a flight to remote fishing locations and reveal how they foster deep connections with their guests. They also express their love for flying and fishing, which has strengthened their bond as a father-son duo and created unforgettable memories. But the excitement doesn't stop at fishing. We also talk about the panoramic landscapes of the Northern Rockies, its stunning hot springs, and the incredible mountains that overlook the region. This episode is packed with a wealth of information on fly fishing techniques, the best gear to use in remote lakes, and tips on catching diverse fish species. Join us as we share the heartwarming story of Daniel and Urs' shared passion for flying and fishing, and the life they've built together. Whether you're an avid fisher or just love a good adventure, this episode has something for you. Episode Chapters - Northern Rockies Adventure (0:00:05) - Remote Wilderness Lodge in Northern Rockies Nature's remote fishing in Northern Rockies, species of fish, main lake Muncho, float planes, untouched backcountry, and Trout River's abundance of grayling. (0:07:51) - Fishing in Canadian Rockies Nature's unique fishery in the Canadian Rockies offers a diverse range of species, including the rare Inconnu fish, known as the "tarpon of the north. (0:16:36) - Float Plane Operations and Family Involvement Nature's unique float plane fishing experience, personal connections with guests, 70+ destinations, and specialized planes. (0:23:12) - Fly Fishing Adventures in Remote Locations Nature's untouched lakes, clean air, and thrilling fishing experiences for Arctic grayling, bull trout, and rainbow trout. (0:31:30) - Fishing for Pike and Bull Trout Nature's fishing opportunities in the Northern Rocky region, regulations for sustainability, taste and quality of fish, techniques and equipment used. (0:44:27) - Lake Trout and Fly Fishing Tips Nature's underappreciated lake trout and its two body morphs, catching a grand slam of six trophy species in the BC Rockies, fully guided trip with three hosts. (0:50:42) - Fishing Gear and Techniques Nature's fly fishing in remote Canadian lakes for pike, lake trout, and walleye, with a debate between eight and 10-wt rods and the influence of conventional fishing. (0:57:49) - Northern Rockies Hot Springs, Fishing, Conservation Nature's wonders in remote BC include hot springs, geothermal activity, fishing in two watersheds, and winter activities like chasing the northern lights. (1:06:56) - Fly Fishing Gear Essentials and Tips Nature's gear and equipment for fly fishing in mountain streams and rivers, including rod weight, fly patterns, and line selection. (1:13:47) - Flying, Family, and Future Father and son duo share a passion for flying and fishing, reflecting on memories, requirements for a pilot's license, and the beauty of Canadian winters. (1:18:37) - Flying to Remote Locations With King Air Brothers who own a remote lodge in Canada discuss the benefits of owning a private plane for non-stop travel and personalized guest experiences. (1:30:08) - Fishing Adventures in Canada Nature's beauty in British Columbia, fishing packages with cabin stays, meals, and flyouts, honoring late friend with beer. (1:38:38) - Learning From a Fishing Expert Experienced fly fisherman shares 40 years of knowledge and 70 prime spots in Northern BC, inviting listeners to explore the area. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/542
On this episode Logan sits down for Part 1 with Jessie Baker and gets to know her a little better! We discuss lodge life, client stories, ice safety and early ice lake trout tactics. This was a long recording so be sure to stay tuned for Part 2 in the next couple weeks. Best of luck to all of you on early ice and be safe out there! ___________________________________________________ *Shop the ALL-NEW Wknd Warriors ICE SZN and Burbot Collections @ www.wkndwarriorsco.com [2% of proceeds donated back to Canadian Wildlife & Conservation efforts.] Don't forget to drop a review or rating on your listening platform so we can reach more anglers just like you! PODCAST LINKS: https://linktr.ee/wkndwarriorsfishingpod Be sure to follow the show @wkdnwarriorsfishingpodcast on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and Subscribe to our YouTube channel for updates, behind the scenes, videos, giveaways and more! Email us at theweekendwarriorspodcast@gmail.com This episode is brought to you by 13 Fishing Canada, Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation and Lucky Bastard Distillers. PODCAST SPONSORS/DISCOUNTS: 13 Fishing Canada: Use Code "WKNDWARRIORS" for 15% OFF www.13fishing.ca *EXCLUSIVE Discount on Rapala Canada and ALL 9 of their Brands! Use Code "WKNDWARRIORS" for 15% OFF www.rapala.ca* Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation: Grab yourself a Membership here: https://saskatchewan-wildlife-federation.myshopify.com/collections/memberships Download the Saskatchewan Master Angler App: https://swf.sk.ca/master-angler-program/ Lucky Bastard Distillers: Use Code "WKNDWARRIORS" for 10% OFF www.luckybastard.ca (Shipping
Oh, the Montana Outdoor Podcast does not disappoint! This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast, your host, Downrigger Dale talks to Mike Benson and Scott Bombard about Falls Mack Days going on now through November 12h on Flathead Lake. Mike and Scott shared an unbelievable amount of information with Rigger all about how to fish Fall Mack Days to get the maximum benefit. They covered it all from trolling to jigging to casting and even fly fishing for these Flathead Monsters! And they did not stop there! They even shared what types of line, lures and baits to use. Why is this all important? Well, Scott and Mike have hauled a lot of money over the years fishing Mack Days! How much? You need to click here to listen and find out. Spoiler alert! When Rigger press Mike on how much he makes, let's just say it added up to HALF OF HIS ANNUAL INCOME!! Yes, you heard me right, HALF OF HIS ANNUAL INCOME!! There is so much information on this podcast that will help you to catch LOTS of Lake Trout on Flathead Lake that you will likely start heading for Flathead Lake while you are listening to it. No, you don't have to wait for the next Mack Days Tournament. The beauty of this tournament is you fish the tournament when you want. You don't have to sign up and start fishing the tournament on day one. Another thing you will learn from listening to the podcast is that you will realize that this tournament is a lot of fun.If you have questions for Scott or Mike after you listen to the Podcast, just click here to email Downrigger. Mike and Scott are out on the water fishing, but old Rigger knows how to get your questions to them right away. Scott also has a YouTube channel that you can go to by clicking here. There you can learn even more from Scott Bombard, just like tens of thousands of other people have! Also, click here to go to the Mack Days Website. There you can get lots more info about the tournament and about the other drawings and prize giveaways this, the most unique fishing tournament in world does. Lots of folks that fish the tournament like to camp at some of the State Campgrounds all around Flathead Lake. Fall is an awesome time of the year to camp there so click here to find a campground just right for you! We can't wait for you to listen to this podcast and then see you up on Flathead Lake for the Fall Mack Days Tournament going on now through November 12th! Remember to tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast Downrigger Dale and Deadeye Denny, aka, the Director of the Montana Outdoor Radio Show, headed to Flathead Lake in Northwest Montana! They met up with the new owner of Howe's Fishing and Mo Fisch Charters, and current owner of Big Sky Fishing Charters, Chris Mischke as well as an old friend of the Montana Outdoor Radio Show, Matt McComb of Mo, Mo, Mo Fisch Charters. Chris and Matt took Rigger and The Director out on Chris's 34-foot fishing boat for a day on the lake that they won't soon forget! The podcast was recorded LIVE right there on the boat and both Matt and Chris really spilled the beans about how to find and catch Lake Trout (on Flathead they are also known as Mackinaw or Macks) and the Lake Whitefish (also known as Lake Superior Whitefish).You are going to love this podcast! You will learn the secrets to catching Lake Trout and Lake Whitefish, from where to find them, to what to use to catch them, and a whole bunch more that will for sure surprise you. Like, did you know there is a way to target just the big Lake Trout? How about the secret to jigging the right way to catch more Lake Whitefish? And Chris and Matt didn't stop there! Chriss and Matt will give you so many great pointers and advice you will want to listen with a pen and thick pad of paper! Here are just a few of the questions you will learn the answers to; Do you know what the 5 biggest mistakes are that many fishermen make when targeting these popular fish? How hard do Lake Whitefish really fight? What fishing gear, bait and other tackle will you need to give you the most success in catching these wonderful fish? Fish on! Did the Director land that Mackinaw? Hear the answers to those and many other questions that will unlock the secret to making you a better fisherman and women! DON'T MISS THIS PODCAST!!If you would like to email Chris or Matt with any questions just click here and they will get back you. Of course, you can always click here and Downrigger can also track down answers to any questions you may have. If you would like to book a trip with either Chris or Matt or any of the other guides that work with them. You can click here and do it online or call (406) 257-5214. Want to get lots more info? Want to see some more awesome fish and the incredible boats they use to go after them? You can click here for Howe's fishing or Click here for Big Sky Fishing Charters or Click here for the Mo Fisch Facebook Page. Remember to tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.
Capt Pete and Capt Louie talk about how good the fishery on Lake Huron seems to be! Big walleyes are being caught in northern Michigan while the numbers of walleyes are exploding on Saginaw Bay. The guys found some GIANT Lake Trout while jigging 1 of the 100s of strucutre humps out there. And trolling all over Lake Huron is producing abover average steelhead, cohos and even kings! Check out this episode to get the low down on Lake Huron and hear the story of the Louie getting his 40" Lake Trout!Support the show
8/5/23 - Nate Smith is a paddler and outdoorsman from Muskoka, Canada who loves canoes and the places they take us. Follow him on Instagram and youtube @natemuskoka. We talk paddling, Fishell and Kettlewell Canoe Paddles, why the wilderness calls to us, Muskoka Canada, Algonquin Park, a boat is freedom, Jim Baird, Ted Baird, @AlexisOutdoors, finding portage routes from old hand drawn maps, @PineMartin Youtuber, Peace of mind from living near water, Snow in Yosemite National Park, Lake Trout, Brook Trout, the challenge and ever learning process of fishing, finding the right camping gear for you, mummy sleeping bags suck, canoeing vs backpacking, Boundary Waters Canoe Area and more. Subscribe now for more stories of adventureGuided Canoe Trips & more @ www.buffaloroamer.comFollow Will @Buffalo_RoamerBrought to you by:Fishell Paddles - Makers of Fine, Handcrafted Wooden Canoe PaddlesTry a Fishell paddle and FEEL the difference. Each paddle is handmade by Greg Fishell at his shop in Flagstaff, Arizona. Will uses a Ray Special model, and outfits all of his trips with Fishell Paddles as well. Use code WILL at checkout for a free paddle hanger w/ purchase of new paddle!SREgear.comFamily Owned & Operated Outdoor Gear Shop in Black River Falls, Wisconsin. Great gear, great prices, unbeatable customer service. Use code WILL at checkout for 10% off your first order. Interested in advertising or partnering with Buffalo Roamer Outdoors? Contact Will here: buffaloroamer.com/contactThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4764707/advertisement
Capt Pete sits down with good friend Chase Palosaari. Chase is from the Upper Penninsula of Michigan has takes advantage of God's country. Lake Superior offers tons of fishing oppertunities but not many are as unique as Stannard Rock. 35 miles offshore lies some of the best Lake Trout fishing in the world, you won't want to miss this episode! *This episode is now available on Youtube*Support the show
This week Katelyn chats with Bradley Howell, a masters student in the Fish Biology and Conservation Laboratory at the University of Winnipeg. Bradley talks about his year abroad in Scotland, his research on the potential impacts of electrofishing on brook trout embryo survival, and the impacts of catch-and-release angling on lake trout in Clearwater Lake. Main point: Freshwater fisheries are diverse and beautiful. Get in touch with us! The Fisheries Podcast is on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @FisheriesPod Become a Patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/FisheriesPodcast Buy podcast shirts, hoodies, sticker, and more: https://teespring.com/stores/the-fisheries-podcast-fan-shop Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic intro/outro music. The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with a larger organization or entity. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the podcast. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by the hosts are those of that individual and do not necessarily reflect the view of any entity with those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).
This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast. Downrigger Dale and The Captain had a chance to talk to Montana fishing legend Dick Zimmer, aka, The Mackman of Zimmer Tackle. Dick has been fishing Montana's waters for 70 years! His lures and other tackle for Lake Trout, Whitefish, Kokanee Salmon and many other species of fish are known by Montana Fishermen as some of the most effective ever made. In fact, most everything that Dick makes sells as fast as he can make them. So HOW DOES HE DO IT? Listen now to find out!On this week's Montana Outdoor Podcast Dick Zimmer also tells his fascinating story of how he became a tackle Manufacturer. SPOILER ALERT: He was working for a dental instrument manufacturer when an idea hit him. He took some left-over dental instrument materials and…well you just need to hear Dick tell the story! He also gave his lures some very strange names like; Rattle D Zastors, Leadagators and more. How did they get those names? Give this podcast a listen and find out!After you listen to the Podcast you can click here to take a look at all the Zimmer Tackle! You can also get the latest Fishing Report for Flathead Lake, Lake Mary Ronan and other waterways in Northwest Montana by clicking here. Read that report over carefully, and head where Dick tells you to go and you will be well on your way to catching some great fish. If you have some questions for Dick Zimmer, just give him a call at 406-675-0068 or you can click here to email Dick!Remember to tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.