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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This episode is all about the guests who made the season unforgettable. Jesse and Andrew break down standout moments and talk of some of the behind the scene memories.

Mentioned in Episode:

- Walleye 101 - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2141377/episodes/17045930-walleye-101

- Haliburton Fishing Guide: https://www.haliburtonfishingguide.ca/

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

- Smooth River Guiding: https://www.smoothriver.ca/

- Jay Siemans: Small Boats, Big Adventures: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2141377/episodes/16607950-jay-siemens-small-boats-big-adventures

- Tackle Bros Bass Fishing Breakdown: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2141377/episodes/17370562-tackle-bros-bass-fishing-breakdown

- Tackle Bros: https://tacklebros.ca/collections/all-baits

- Crappie Fishing Juice: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2141377/episodes/16754981-crappie-fishing-juice

- 2B Guiding with Bobby Belmonte: https://2bfishing.ca/

- Pier Pressure: Salmon From Shore: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2141377/episodes/17666646-pier-pressure-salmon-from-shore

- Angling Art: https://www.instagram.com/angling_art/

- Bounty Tackle Company:

https://www.bountytackleco.com/

- Master Catch and Cook Ontario with Lental Outdoors: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2141377/episodes/16443854-master-catch-cook-ontario

-Beyond Average Fall Bass Tips with Kris Totosko: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2141377/episodes/17740241-beyond-average-fall-bass-tips

- Fishing Lore: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2141377/episodes/17906492-unbelievable-fishing-lore-part-6

- Fall Musky For Dummies:

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2141377/episodes/17846753-fall-musky-for-dummies

- Dave Mercer- Heavy Cover Bass: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2141377/episodes/16794893-dave-mercer-heavy-cover-bass

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This week the guys dive into a year’s worth of hits, misses, and “why did that actually work?” moments on the water. They chat about their go-to lures for 2025, the gear they trust, and the baits that somehow keep saving the day.You’ll hear stories about fish smashing topwater, bass blowing up on frogs, fall musky heartbreaks, and those weird soft plastics that just refuse not to catch fish.

Mentioned in Episode:

- Ice Out Pike Episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2141377/episodes/14642294-ice-out-pike-fishing

- Chatterbait Episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2141377/episodes/13035954-chattering-about-chatterbait-fishing

For the links to all the lures discussed please check out the free Patreon post for this episode.

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In this episode the guys swap recent fishing stories, break down where tungsten comes from and why it's worth using, and unpack a bizarre kayak cheating scandal. Ontario Fishing Guide Brad DeCoste joins them to talk drop-shot tactics, adapting when the bite dies, fishing in heavy pressure, and using sonar effectively. They hit common angler mistakes, weather strategies, and why time on the water—and listener feedback—keeps the whole thing worth it.

Follow Brad: Rumblefish Adventures

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rumblefish_adventures

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Rumblefish%20Adventures%20guide%20service

Mentioned in Episode:

Kayak Cheater: https://www.wired2fish.com/news/angler-caught-using-fake-kayak-to-cheat-in-kayak-fishing-tournament

Megabass Hazedong Shad: https://tacklebros.ca/products/hazedong-shad-3?srsltid=AfmBOoowV_NwVASEfIuj0Vup_9kVXTyLrWtQAzP36oKhAGo1-jgEUItX

Great Lakes Finesse Juvy Craw: https://www.gagnonsports.com/great-lakes-finesse-juvy-craw-25-7-pk.html

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Join us for a fun on-the-water adventure chasing muskies in the chilly fall waters! With calm conditions and bluebird skies, we dive into the techniques, gear, and lures that make late-season musky fishing such a thrill. From glide baits to dive-and-rise lures, we share what worked, what didn’t, and the laughs in between. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just love a good fishing story, this trip is packed with tips, humour, and maybe even a surprise bald eagle sighting!

Mentioned in Episode:

Waterwolf Lures: https://bassmagnetlures-waterwolflures.com/

Chaos Tackle Lures: https://chaostackle.com/

Sportspal Canoes: http://www.sportspalcanoes.com/

Musky Innovations Dying Dawg: https://musky-innovations.myshopify.com/collections/dyin-dawgs

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In this episode Jesse and Andrew cast their lines into a mix of fishing chatter and ridiculous fun. They debate the ultimate fishing snacks, geek out over their favorite BFS lures, and drop some solid advice for beginners braving bad weather or bathtub-level water. Plus, there’s some big news that’s sure to make waves.

Mentioned in Episode:

So Fly Podcast: https://www.sofly.ca/

Smooth River Guiding: https://www.smoothriver.ca/

Waterwolf Lures: https://bassmagnetlures-waterwolflures.com/

Buckos Lures: https://www.facebook.com/p/Buckos-Branded-Baits-100065309866973/

Chaos Navin: https://chaostackle.com/products/kodiak-navin-10?_pos=3&_sid=af6a7b6a1&_ss=r

Chaos Slim Shum Glidebait: https://chaostackle.com/products/shum-shum-slim?_pos=7&_sid=03c19a284&_ss=r

Jointed Believer: https://www.driftertackle.net/shop/drifter-tackle/believer/believer/

Whale Tail: https://www.petersonlures.com/

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