Lake Kabetogama Fishing and Recreation Report

In this extended episode, host Jason Sheehan reconnects with Wiley Snyder—local guide and self-proclaimed dream chaser—for part two of their conversation. Wiley shares his unique guiding experiences beyond Kabetogama, including summer sturgeon trips on the Rainy River and bowfishing adventures near the Twin Cities. He dives into equipment, safety on shifting river waters, and why …

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In this week’s Lake Kabetogama Fishing and Recreation Report, Jason sits down with Wylie Snyder—better known as “Walleye Wylie.” A third-generation fishing guide raised on the shores of Lake Kab, Wylie shares his journey into guiding, current fishing conditions, and tips for targeting walleye, pike, and smallmouth bass this time of year. They also discuss the …

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In this episode of the Lake Kabetogama Fishing & Recreation Report, host Jason Sheehan sits down with one of the lake’s rising stars: Sam Decker. From dock boy at Arrowhead Lodge to launching his own guide service, Sam shares his journey, tips for fishing multiple species, and some unforgettable stories from the water—including a 41” …

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In this episode of the Lake Kabetogama Fishing & Recreation Report, host Jason Sheehan sits down with Kolby Keeler—general manager of Driftwood Lodge and Kab Outdoors. Kolby shares his journey from scrubbing boats as a dock boy in 2007 to guiding fishing trips, bear hunts, and scenic tours across Voyageurs National Park. We dive into current …

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In this week’s Kabetogama Lake Fishing & Recreation Report, host Jason Sheehan climbs aboard with Paul Peterson, private tour boat captain and owner of Kabetogama Boat Tours. With a lifelong connection to the lake and a storyteller’s spirit, Paul shares how a childhood spent exploring these waters grew into a passion for guiding others through Voyageurs …

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In this week’s Kabetogama Lake Fishing & Recreation Report, host Jason Sheehan sits down with third-generation guide Trent Snyder of Catch Fish Here. Trent shares what it was like to grow up at Idlewild Resort, guiding his first trip at 16, and now mentoring his son Wylie on the waters of Lake Kabetogama. From dock …

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Lake Kabetogama is waking up fast after ice-out, and veteran guide Travis Carlson joins Jason Sheehan to break down what’s biting and where to find them. With 18 years on these waters, Travis shares early-season walleye tactics, tackle tips, and why this pristine national park lake is a true angler’s paradise. Whether you’re planning your …

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This week on the Kabetogama Lake Fishing Report, host Jason Sheehan sits down with longtime guide Wade Watson of Voyager Adventures to talk about how this year’s late ice-out is shaping spring walleye behavior. Wade shares insights on finding fish in cold water, go-to presentations for sluggish post-spawn walleyes, and why slowing down is the …

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