Fishonted - Ted Johnson

Iguanas have become an invasive species in South Florida causing a lot of property damage. Iguana Begana is a Iguana Hunting Charter that takes hunters into the Bayous and waterways of South Florida to hunt these reptiles.

You will enjoy listening to this interview with owner Garret Greca about how he hunts these large reptiles.

To get more information email Iguana Begana at

Iguana.begana@gmail.com

or call 407-455-3650

Today we are speaking with Ray Hunt of Ray Hunt Guide Service who fishes Lake Conroe Texas for Bass, Crappie and Catfish.

Ray is a seasoned fisherman with decades of experience fishing Lake Conroe. Ray enjoys the diversity of fish in Lake Conroe and the amount of fish the lake holds.

You can reach Ray at

(713) 204-7838

or by email at RayHuntGuideService@gmail.com

Aflac is a well-known supplemental insurance company. What many people don't realize is that Aflac offers unique coverages that complement your current health insurance protection in very important ways.

Aflac Regional Sales Coordinator Trevor Wilks shares with us today the history, products, and benefits that Aflac offers to businesses both large and small.

With insurance companies raising deductibles to keep their coverage affordable, many people are shocked by how much their traditional insurance doesn't cover when they have an illness or accident. This can leave them responsible for paying thousands of dollars out of pocket at a time when they can least afford it.

This is where Aflac comes in, to help provide needed cash for these obligations.

Trevor Wilks shares his experiences with how Aflac has helped many families with such obligations. Learn more about Aflac's cost-effective coverage options.

To reach Trevor or someone on his staff, call or email:

• 503 269-2454
• Trevor_Wilks@us.aflac.com

Our guest Bill Tom Blauvelt is the founder and inventor of this new Rod Holder. His company is name ARMS Fishing and has had some great success in its first year in business.

Originally developed for Bass Fishing Boats this innovative product is now being used on many different types of fishing boats and the list is growing.

How to reach Tom at ARMS Fishing:

Website: ARMSFishing.com

Phone: (260) 409-9174

One of our favorite captains, Chris Hoag, spends time with use recapping the 2023 Salmon season in Seattle and talks about the upcoming 2024 season.

You can contact Captain Chris at

BigKingSalmonCharters.com

Phone: (425) 776-7688

Matt Johnson is a powerhouse in the world of fishing. HIs roots run deep in many facets of the business: Fishing Guide, Promoter and Marketer.

If you are a Fishing Guide or Charter Captain you will want to listen to this podcast as we talk with Matt about how he promotes himself both online and offline.

Matt has a real passion for the industry and it shows. He has a spirit of not only putting his clients on fish but also teaching them how to find fish and what to use to catch them.

Matt can be reached at:

• MattJohnsonOutdoors.com
• mattjohnsonoutdoors.com

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Captain Dave Edens mantra is Hunting "Fish in the Marshes of Glynn". He has been professionally guiding the inshore waters of St Simons Island for close to 15 years.

Fly Cast Charters is an Orvis endorsed Outfitter and abides by and exceeds the high standards set by Orvis to be an endorsed Outfitter.

David and his captains are the premier Fly Fishing Guides in St Simons and fish for Red Fish, Jack Crevalle, Triple Tail and Tarpon. They have a tremendous respect for their amazing fishery and practice 100% catch and release with Red Fish.

You can reach Captain David at

706 540-1276

FlyCastCharter@gmail.com

Unless you have been under a rock you have heard of Stryker Rods. Stryker has come into the fishing rod market with a huge splash and is now selling their rods from Coast to Coast.

Based in Eugene, Oregon Stryker both makes and assembles their own rods in the Eugene facility. Starting from carbon fibre sheets, Stryker rolls, wraps, bakes and finishes their own rods. Their rods have quickly become to many recreational and professional fisherman the rod of choice.

Jost Hopkins is our guest today and it was a lot of fun talking with him about Stryker and the rods they manufacture.

Stryker Rods

Office. 541-505-7693

Email Hopkins@Strykerrods.us

Web. StrykerRods.US

The FishOnTed Podcast is excited to once again have Jarod Higginbotham as our guest. Jarod has been living and breathing Fishing since he can remember and is a wealth of information and great stories.

Jarod joined the sales and marketing team of Yakima Bait a number of years back and has been involved in many of their acquisitions and product developments. From Salmon to Walleye, Sturgeon to Kokanee Yakima Bait has what you need to consistently put fish in the net.

Enjoy this memorable podcast .....

Professional Guide Bill Rivas talks about the upcoming 2023 Columbia River Salmon Seasons. Bill has been guiding for many years and he and his guides are known as some of the best fishing guides on the Columbia.

Bill will also be offering Waterfowl Hunting Trips in the upcoming year. Western Washington has some of the best duck and goose hunting opportunities on the west coast. If you enjoy hunting over decoys then a trip with Top Guides is for you.

You can reach Bill at

(360) 513=2331

TopGuidesNorthwest@gmail.com

Professional Guide Jeff Bressler of Alaska Slammin Salmon Charters is our guest. Jeff is not only a fishing guide but also owns two cabins in and around Kenai that he rents out to various fishermen wanting to come and fish the Kenai area.

Jeff grew up in California fishing and became a fishing guide in California at a very young age. He cut his teeth on Stripers and Salmon in the Sacramento valley area before setting his sites on guiding in Alaska.

Jeff knowledge of the fisheries and fishing is top shelf. He enjoys not only teaching people how to fish in Alaska but also have a vast knowledge of the areas history and culture.

You can reach Jeff at

907 252-8268 phone / text

or by going to his website at alaskaslamminsalmoncharters.com/

If you like to fish for Chinook Salmon the Portland Oregon area is a destination you want to add to your wish list.  Being bordered by the Columbia River and having the Willamette River run through the city makes Portland one of the best Salmon fisheries in the world.

Professional Guide Daniel St Laurent shares his experiences catching Salmon in this part of Oregon for the past 20+ years.   Chinook Salmon are the species that most people want to target and the Columbia has 3 runs;  Spring Chinook Run,  Summer Chinook Run and the Fall Chinook Run.

Daniels talks about  fishing each of these runs and gives some tips on how to catch more fish.

Daniel St Laurent Guide Service
(503) 440-5188
Daniel@StLaurentGuideService.com

Professional Fishing Guide Dylan Goreman talks about fishing for Rock Fish (Bottom Fish) off the Oregon coast during the Winter months.   Dylan and his clients catch Ling Cod and Black Sea Bass out of the ports of Newport and Depo Bay depending on weather and water conditions.

Rock fishing is very exciting and when you find the right spot or school of fish the action can be non stop.   There have been many times were Dylan has 4 to 5 fishermen hooked up and fighting fish all at the same time.  This keeps everyone on board busy fighting fish, netting fish, re baiting hooks, etc.   

Ling Cod are the prize of the day with fish from 5 pounds to 20  pounds or more.  These ugly fish have some of the most delicate and delicious meat you have ever eaten.  Maybe prefer eating Ling Cod over Salmon or Halibut.

Enjoy this podcast with Dylan,  he is a great Fishing Guide and industry advocate.

Dylan can be reached at:

Dylan Gorman

Cinda is a Professional Fly Fishing Guide and Fly Fishing Instructor based out of Greer Arizona,  located in the White Mountains.   There she fishes for 5 different species of Trout including the Apache Trout which is only found within a 50 mile radius of where she lives.   She provides both Walk and Wade trips on the local rivers and streams and then Drift Boat trips on the local lakes.

Cinda is a well known advocate for the fishing industry and has even been recently inducted into the Wildlife for Tomorrow Hall of Fame in 2022.

You will enjoy hearing Cinda talk about her passion for Fly Fishing and Fly Fishing Instruction .....

Here is how you can reach Cinda:

Cinda Howard - Owner
Fly Fish Arizona and Beyond

phone:      480 217 5089

website:   FlyFishArizona.com

email:       Cinda@FlyFishingArizona.com

This is a fun interview with Brent Norlander who is in charge of speaker logistics at this years Willamette Valley Sportsmen Show in Albany, Oregon Feb 10 - Feb 12.   The show is hosted by Jefferson Baptist Church who founded the show back in 2009 and has provided the organization and manpower to grow the show to what it has become today.   

This years event will have 170 vendors,  which will take up the entire Linn County Fairgrounds this year.   Fishing Guides, Tackle Companies, Firearms Vendors, Marinas, RV's and both local and statewide retailers will be displaying their products and services.

Enjoy this episode to learn more about the show .....

WillametteSportsmenshow.com

The 2022 Seattle Salmon Season was very good.  We had excellent returns and the Salmon were bigger than most years because of positive ocean conditions with plenty of bait and food.

The 2023 season is expecting to be a repeat of the 2022 season but with the addition of huge Pink Salmon runs that come once every 2 years.  If you want to experience what it is like to fish in Alaska then come to Seattle this summer and go on a charter with Big King Salmon Charters.  The action is going to be fast and furious and we are expecting plenty of fish for everyone.

Contact Us to Book your 2023 trips .....

Captain Chris Hoag
BigKingSalmonCharters.com
(425) 776 7688

Western Virginia is a fisherman's paradise.   Its waters hold Trophy Muskie,  Huge Wild Rainbow and Brown Trout and Citation Smallmouth Bass.   Professional Guide Rob England is our guest along with guest Co-Host The Pocono Outdoors Guy George Schauer to talk about this great fishery and the upcoming 2023 seasons.

2022 was a great season for fishing and 2023 is looking like it will continue on the tradition.   Early season Muskies will be aggressive in the next couple months followed by Spring Smallmouth and then summer Rainbow and Brown Trout.   On many trips Robs clients catch 2 of these species in a single day!   Last year Rob had one day Muskie fishing where they had 17 follows and 4 fish hooked up and netted at the boat.

To get on Robs fishing calendar please contact him at .... Robs calendar fills up quickly

Rob England
Phone          (704) 467-5993
Email.          AppBronzebackAdv@gmail.com
Website.     AppBronzebackAdv.com

Steve Kolnik is an avid fisherman turned Fishing Guide in Pennsylvania.   Steve grew up fishing the Lehigh River as a kid and his passion grew from there.  Spending countless days fishing the LeHigh River,  Steve most likely knows the river better than almost anyone.   He regularly catches Trophy Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout and Smallmouth Bass.

A few years back Steve invested in a Willies Drift Boat for his guide business which has opened up so much opportunity for the fishermen he takes out on the water.   Drift Boats are rather unique in that they float very high in the water,  are very stable,  they maneuver very easily and can stop on a dime even in swift current.   This gives Steves customers the ability to make multiple casts in areas and holes where most fishermen only have time for a single cast.   The boat is set up for both fly fishing and conventional fishing depending on the skills and desires of the clients.

In this podcast you will hear Steve talk about his experiences and adventures on the Lehigh River.   

If you would like to get a hold of Steve to talk about a trip he can be reached at:

Steve Kolnik

Phone:  (610) 597-4905

Email:    GravyboatGS@gmail.com

Charles Loos, "The Ocean Coach", releases his new online course called "Navigate Like A Boss".  Over the years,  Charles has found one of his most popular topics while coaching new captains is Navigation.   This is what prompted him to release "Navigate Like A Boss" as an online course where students can study and review the material based on their timeline.

Navigation is a key part of the captains responsibility and understanding where you are at and where you are going is a key component.   Your passengers expect you to know how to get where you are going and how to return safely no mater the weather or ocean conditions.   This course will give you the knowledge and tips and tricks of not only understanding proper navigation techniques but how to be confident with your new skills.

This course consists of a few dozen short videos,  study pdfs and other relevant material that can be completed within about 6 weeks while studying only a few hours per week.  Charles holds a live online meeting once a week to answer any questions you may have while studying the material.  At the end you are given a certificate of completion showing that you have completed the course.

Listen to this complete interview and Charles is offering an opportunity to win a drawing for a free course to one lucky captain.   The drawing will be held in or around the 15th of October 2022 so there is no time to waste.

Charles can be reached at

Charles Loos

Phone (503) 816-5727

Email:  charles@theoceancoach.com

Professional Fishing Guide DM - Don-Michael - shares with us his story of growing up in Hawaii to becoming a Professional Fishing Guide in Oregon.

From an early age DM has had a passion for the water and fishing.  His love and respect for things that swim are very apparent and a is very much a part of who he is.  DM loves to share his skills and knowledge of fishing with his clients and fishermen who are from all over the US. 

DM has 3 boats he uses depending on the type of fishing he will be doing.   He has a guide model Clackacraft Drift Boat when fishing for Salmon, Steelhead and Trout on local rivers,   a 24' high side sled for fishing the coastal waters and a smaller Driftboat for fishing shallower streams and rivers.

DM is a full time Fishing Guide as he is fortunate enough to live in a part of the country that has multiple runs of a number of different species of fish.

You can reach DM by phone at:

(541) 556-1499

or reach out to him through his website at www.FishyWaters.fish

DM can also be found on Facebook at Fishing Waters Guide Servivce

Can you imagine fishing in small pristine rivers where you have a chance to catch a Citation Smallmouth Bass,  Trophy Rainbow and Brown Trout, and a huge Muskie all during the same trip?   It is possible when fishing in Western Virginia with Appalachian Bronzeback Adventures.

Rob England is the owner and head guide of this well established fishing outfitter with over 14 years of guiding experience in Western Virgina.

The stars would have to be perfectly aligned to catch all 3 species in one day but it can be done.   

Contact Robat 704 467-5993 to book your next fishing adventure. 

Dylan Gorman is one of Oregons premier Salmon Fishing Guides.   Dylan calls Philomath Oregon home.  Philomath is surrounded by a large number of prime Chinook and Coho Salmon rivers.   The McKenzie River, Alsea River, Siletz River, Willamette River are just a few of the rivers within easy driving distance.

Dylan has both a Sled Boat and a Drift Boat which gives him access to where the fish are at.  It also gives him the ability to fish with a large variety of techniques.  During this interview Dylan talks about techniques such as bobber dogging,  bobber fishing, and trolling along with what types of bait are used for each.

Dylan can be reached by calling him at (650) 804-5411

Adam Morgan,  inventor and founder of Bait Bombs talks with Ted today about his unique bait system that attracts more crab with less bait.   

After extensive testing Adam Morgan has reinvented the bait system that works in virtually every type or trap, cage or pot being used today.   Time and time again Bait Bomb has proven that it truly attracts more crustaceans,  which means more crabs, crawfish and shrimp in your pots.

You can contact Adam by going to www.BaitBomb.com.au.  There you can find out more about Bait Bombs,  order Bait Bombs or connect with Adam

Captain Chris Hoag is a regular on the Fishonted Podcast and he has returned to talk about the 2021 Seattle Fishing Season and will also be sharing with us some new recipes and cooking techniques.

Captain Chris is not only a Professional Charter Boat Captain but also a Professional Chef who has spent decades in the Seattle Seafood community.   When you go fishing with Captain Chris you get the best of both worlds ..... How to Catch Them .... and How to Cook Them.

You will enjoy this episode .....

Captain Chris Hoag
Big King Salmon Charters

(425)776-7688
BigKingSalmonCharters.com

It is one thing to start your day on the water at a boat ramp on a lake or river to begin a fun day of fishing.  It is another to start your day launching  your boat at the mouth of river or marina knowing that you have yet another precarious bar to cross to get out to a fun day of fishing.  Not to mention crossing the bar one more time at the end of your day.

Charles Loos,  The Ocean Coach,  has built his business on coaching individual Sports Fishermen,  Charter Captains and Fishing Guides on how to navigate the precarious waters and weather conditions of the ocean.  

Charles has close to 50 years experience navigating the waters of the Pacific Ocean from Southern California to his home today in NW Oregon.   Charles is recognized as a expert in all facets of ocean and weather conditions that can affect the weekend boater and professional alike.

His program is customized, one on one, training that helps boaters become more comfortable in navigating marine waters.  Unlike a seminar or lecture, Charles works with all his clients individually on what they personally need most to become a better and more knowledgeable mariner. 

If you are interested in talking with Charles further about his coaching programs you can contact him through his website at:

Charles Loos
www.TheOceanCoach.com

Tony DeGasperis owner of Hotfish.ca is our guest today.  Tony wear many hats:  successful businessman,  expert tackle designer. professional charter captain and industry advocate.

Today we talk with Tony about his successful line of Salmon Fishing tackle.   Tonys flashers, bait heads and lures are popular not only in Canada but worldwide.   Tony is frequently shipping his products to the United States, Europe and parts in between.

Tony shares with us his fishing background and how he balances a career between being a Charter Captain and Tackle Designer.

You can reach Tony a couple different ways:

Hotfish.ca.  -  tackle website
FishingAction.com - Charter Fishing Business

(519) 270-9308

There is no doubt that Scott Pence has a passion for the outdoors.  He and his family love to both Hunt and Fish and spend a lot of time in the forests and rivers of Oregon.

Scott is very analytical in everything that he does and when he started fishing for Steelhead in NW Oregon years ago he began keeping meticulous records of water and weather conditions compared to the number of fish that he caught.   A number of years later Scott decided to publish his book which quickly became a popular read for the Steelhead fishing community.

Scotts book is no longer on store shelves but you can still get a copy of it by calling his office in Sunriver Oregon at (800) 541-1756.

Tyler Dunn of Tyler Dunn Guiding wears many hats:

Professional Fishing Guide

Industry Advocate

Sport Fishing Celebrity

Accomplished Businessman 

As for Guiding, Tyler fishes on the Canadian Side of Lake Superior in an area known as SAULT STE. MARIE AREA.  In his backyard he has an array of Trophy class fish including; Steelhead, Atlantic Salmon, Chinook Salmon, Silver Salmon, Walleye, Muskie, Smallmouth Bass, Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout and Pike.

Tyler fishes all year long and runs a very tight calendar.

His business has grown by not only being an amazing fisherman but also an outstanding businessman that focuses a lot of his time on marketing his business and branding.   Tyler has been on many different Fishing Shows,  Radio Broadcasts and Podcasts and has become a household name in the Canadian fishing community.

In this interview Tyler shares with us his fishing history and how being a guide is fulfilling a lifelong dream.

If you would like to contact Tyler about a fishing adventure or fishing related event you can either go to his website at www.tylerdunnguiding.ca or call him at 705-206-0984.

Oregon has a vast array of rivers that are considered a good Steelhead River, and chances are Curt Currey has fished it .... many times.   Curt grew up in a fishing family and says his influence and passion for the sport has come from his father.   Curt caught his first limit of Steelhead when he was just 6 years of age,  since then Curt has been hooked.

In this interview Curt shares with us his experiences of being an Oregon Fishing Guide.  He also shares his different fishing techniques, tackle and equipment.   

Beads
Bobber Dogging
Side Drifting

are just a few of the techniques that are discussed.

Following is Curts contact information:

Website:       CurreyGuideService.com
Email:           TeamCurrey@gmail.com
Phone:          541 914-3899

When it comes to Sports Fishing Experience Professional Fishing Guide Bob Rees has done it all.  Guided in Alaska,  Guided in Oregon, worked for the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife,  President of NW Steelheaders and the list goes on.

Besides all these endeavors Bob and his brother Doug have been producing "The Guides Forecast" weekly for NW Anglers for the past 20 years.   This report is an amazing compilation of fishing reports for Oregon's NW waters along with rivers in SW Washington.   If you are either a recreational fisherman or work in the industry you will appreciate the hard work that goes into their report week after week.

Following are ways to reach Bob for more information:

The Guides Forecast Website:     TheGuidesForecast.com

Bobs Guiding Website:   NorthwestGuides.com

Phone: 503) 812-9036

Yes, the Columbia River has a lot of Walleye in its majestic waters .... so many that there is an entire industry being built around fishing for them.  Fishermen are coming from all over the world to fish the Columbia for Trophy Walleye and there continues to be speculation that the next World Record Walleye will come from its waters.

Steve Johnson has dedicated a large chuck of his fishing life into fishing for these amazing fish.  Steve was first introduced to Columbia Walleye fishing in the early 90's and has been intently fishing for them ever since.  Steve waited for 14 years before he started professionally guiding for Walleye and now most of his guiding revolves around them.

In this interview Steve talks about growing up in Oregon and how his passion for fishing evolved.   You can tell that Steve has great respect for these fish and practices  his own rules when it comes to conserving these fish for generations to come.

You can reach Steve by:

Website - www.SteveTheWalleyeGuy.com

Email - sjjohnson55@gmail.com

Phone - 503 806-5676

Grizzly Creek Lures will soon be found in Northern California Tackle Shops starting in December 2020.   They are custom hand made lures made in Humboldt county California.

Owner Ruben Rios, is a Middle School Teacher for Humboldt County along with a passionate Steelhead and Salmon angler that started making his own lures a number of years ago.  One thing led to another and now Ruben is making them to provide to local retailers under the Grizzly Creek Lure name.

In the first launch you will find a number of color combinations and designs.  All are tested and proven to catch Steelhead and Salmon in the Northern California Rivers.

You can find Grizzly Creek Lures on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/GrizzlyCreekLure/

You can reach them by email at
grizzlycreeklure@gmail.com

If you think of Trophy Stripers one of the top things that come to mind is Tony Maja lures.   Tony Maja lures have caught more Trophy Stripers than any other lure on the market.   Founded over 30 years ago my Tony Maja senior,  the Bunker Spoon  has become synonymous with Trophy Striper fishing world wide.  

If you are trolling the coastline of New York  or hunting trophy hybrids in Lake Texoma a Tony Maja product is probably in your boat or attached to your line.  In our interview Tony Maja junior shares with us the evolution of the Tony Maja line of products.

Tonys lures and tackle can be found in most fishing stores up and down the east coast and also at Bass Pro Shops,  Dicks Sporting Goods and other fine Fishing retailers.

You can reach Tony at

email at tonymajaproducts@gmail.com

or by going to his website at TonyMajaProducts.com

If you are a Fishing Guide , Charter Captain or Lodge Owner you don't want to miss this interview with Bill Carey of Striper Express.  If you are a Southern US Striper Fisherman then you know who this industry icon is.  Bill shares with us his successes and challenges over 35 years of running the largest fresh water charter service in Texas.

Striper Express runs 12 fishing charter boats 12 months out of the year hosting thousands of fishermen.   Striper Express is known for giving clients much more than they expect on every trip.   His operation runs like a well oiled machine because it has to.

Listening to Bills storys and quips is a real treat and education.

You can reach Bill and Striper Express through their website at:

StriperExpress.com
903 786-4477

Dominic Cantania is the owner and founder of North Fork Lures.   Dominic's love for spinner fishing drove his passion in creating the perfect spinner for the Northwests prized Salmon and Steelhead.

North Fork Lures have a special balance of design, weight and color that catches fish like no other spinner on the market.   Listen to Dominic talk about the nuances of his spinners and fishing techniques.

You can reach and purchase North Fork Lures at:

Website:  NorthForkLures.com

Email:  Northforklures@gmail.com

they are also available at many tackle stores in SW Washington.

2020 has been a very interesting year for the Sports Fishing Industry.   When Covid first raised its ugly head there was real concern what effect it would have on the industry.  It turns out that many Guides and Charters are having one of their best years ever and the Sports Fishing Equipment business has increased its sales over 2019 by more than 2 billion dollars.

George Schauer,  the Pocono Outdoors Guy joins the conversation as we discuss the upcoming year and what we might expect.  Georges insight as an industry insider is very enlightening.

Join our conversation about the upcoming 2021 season and what challenges and opportunities are ahead of us in the months ahead.

Guest Contact Information

George Schauer
Pocono Outdoors Guy
Website: www.PoconoOutdoorsGuy.com