Ugly Pike Podcast

Part 2 of our discussion with JP Leblanc on the state of some key Ontario muskie fisheries.

JP Leblanc is a Fisheries Ecologist currently working as a post-doctoral associate at the State University of New York, College of Environmental Science and Forestry.  For 10 years JP has been studying early life ecology of muskies in Georgian Bay, St Lawrence River, and Lake Huron.  JP offers an amazing and educated perspective on the delicate state of affairs in some of our most treasured muskie fisheries.

Chris and Frank talk about the challenges, the anticipation, and the new approaches being taken for the 2020 muskie season opener. 

Part 2 in our discussion with Doug Wegner who guides both in the US and Canada.  Doug has a wealth of experience on fabled muskie waters such as Green Bay and Lake of the Woods.  In this second part, Doug expands on his methods and tactics that contribute to his success on the water and to his growing reputation as one of the best guides out there.  

Doug Wegner spends time both in the US and Canada guiding for giants.  Doug has strung together some amazing seasons on the water so we were extremely happy when he called into the show to talk about tactics and strategies on several different types of water systems. 

Fishing Media Pioneer and Canadian Angling Hall of Fame inductee Pete Bowman calls into the show to talk about his muskie adventures fishing the very best muskie waters in Ontario for the Fish'n Canada TV show. 

Chris and Frank look back at an unbelievable 2019 season and discuss the top ten tips gleaned from the experts who were on the show.

Matt Myers is a board member on the Saint John River Chapter of Muskies Canada.  He also owns and operates the YouTube channel Master Crow Outdoors.  Matt talks about what it takes to find the apex predator on what might be the most underrated muskie fishery in Canada - New Brunswick.  

We close out our Muskie Odyssey series with arguably the most brilliant muskie minds ever assembled on one stage.  Legends of muskie angling Shawn Maher, Mike Lazarus, Jim Saric, John Anderson, Bill Barber, and Rob Cadeau put forth an amazing amount of knowledge.

Also known as the "Power Panel", angler John Cowan moderates maybe the largest panel of muskie angling legends ever assembled on one stage.  Mike Lazarus, John Anderson, Jim Saric, Rob Cadeau, Bill Barber, and Shawn Maher talk about the tactics and strategies that have set them apart from the muskie hunting pack and enabled them to have long and illustrious careers in the industry and on the water. 

Continuation of the amazing women's panel discussion from the 2019 Muskies Canada Muskie Odyssey.

Muskies Canada put together a panel of impressive women who fish from all different prime muskie waters.  They lend their unique perspective and expertise on a variety of topics ranging from equipment selection to bait and targeting tactics. 

Olivia Michaud is an avid enthusiast and excellent angler.  Her method of choice is fly fishing and in this episode we talk about fly tactics and also touch on how to push through those difficult slumps and come out on the other side! 

Glenn McDonald has been guiding not only on the famous Eagle Lake for years, but also on several surrounding lakes in the region.  Glenn gives a run down on strategies and tactics for both Eagle and lesser known, less pressured lakes that anglers might not have heard about.

Part 2 of veteran fishing guide Brent Bochek's presentation from the 2019 Muskie Odyssey.

Chris and Frank discuss their recent trip to the legendary Lac Seul. Ace muskie guide Ben Beattie phones in to add his take on the trip.

Fishing Guide Brent Bocek talks about those important fundamentals to always consider when gearing up for a muskie hunt.

Part 2 of author, guide, and all around excellent angler Bill Hamblin's incredible presentation full of tips and stories from the 2019 Muskie Odyssey.

Bill Hamblin is perhaps best known for his epic Muskie publication, 120 Days.  Bill is an amazing storyteller who happens to be one heck of an angler.  In this series, Bill goes into detail about his adventures on the water and drops some incredible fishing tips along the way!

Part 2 of acclaimed muskie guide John Anderson's presentation from the 2019 Muskie Odyssey.