You had it hooked… and then it was gone. In this episode the Fishing Loons crew talk through why we lose fish, the gear mistakes we all make, and how things fall apart right at the boat. Expect laughs, self-roasting, and tips that actually help land more fish.

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In this episode, Jesse and Andrew break down the real cost of fishing, the skill behind light line fishing records, and why local knowledge beats generic fishing advice every time. They cover fishing gear costs, water clarity, sharp hooks, fishing lines and leaders, and bust the myth that big baits always catch big fish. From Ontario fishing pressure to new fishing gear innovations coming in 2026, this episode delivers practical fishing tips, real fishing stories, and advice you can actually use.

Mentioned in Episode:

Candle Light Concerts: https://candlelightexperience.com/

IGFA: https://igfa.org/

Art Weston Gar Record: https://www.wired2fish.com/news/art-weston-153-pound-record-alligator-gar

Canadian Women of the Outdoors: https://rss.com/podcasts/canadianwomenoftheoutdoors/

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Jesse and Andrew talk Ontario ice fishing with guide Matt Martin. They cover rods, bait, ice safety, and fish that don’t mind winter. Matt brings the knowledge, the hosts bring the chaos. It’s practical, a little unhinged, and actually useful. If you like cold mornings, good fishing tips, and the sound of two loons learning in real time, you’re in the right place.

Find Matt Martin: https://www.smoothriver.ca/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smooth.river.guiding/?hl=en

Mentioned in Episode:

Shimano Sedona Ice Combos: https://www.gagnonsports.com/shimano-sedona-fj-ice-combo.html

Other Episodes Featuring Matt:

Steelhead: Great Dialed In: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2141377/episodes/16575954-steelhead-get-dialed-in

The Art of Multi Species Fishing: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2141377/episodes/17158373-the-art-of-multi-species-fishing

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