How’s the Bite?

Fish Love Floods We Don’t HTB 4-28-23

The Big Walleye is still above water at Murray Bait and Tackle on the South Side of Guttenberg.  The big river is running full as we wait for the flood to recede.
Bob Urbain and I talk about the Mississippi River that has crested at 21 feet.  That would be the third highest in modern times.  Everyone is waiting for the water to go down but that could be awhile.
Meanwhile, we talk with Jeff Kopaska at Iowa DNR about what fish do when spring flooding occurs.  Normally, he says, the next age group of fish are larger in number and healthier.  "Fish love Floods!"
Widowmaker Lures has a new jig on the market:  A field tested glittering tungsten minnow and Murray's has all the colors.
The Walleye Challenge Fishing Tournament is for everyone who wants to use their cell phone to enter and log the Walleye, Sauger and Large Mouth Bass they catch in May and June.  Lots of prizes.  Really a service to DNR biologists and a fun way to compete.
If you want to measure your fish in the boat, Murray's has some neat devices.  Dan Sawyer (works Mondays) lays out what is on the shelf.  Up to 60 inches if you need it!
Finally, Murray's has its Flower and Garden section stocked full.  Open 6-5 daily. 6-3 on Sundays.  

How High’s the Water, Mama? 4-21-23

Yes, the Mississippi is flooding but there is much more to do!  
Fishing on trout streams and interior rivers is good.  Small mouth Bass are hitting and the Crappie and Bluegill are biting.
We talk with Iowa DNR.  Lucas Dever explains rules, limits, slot length and fishing licenses.
We talk deer.  Mitch from Midwest Mass Outdoors explains the seed mixes he has for spring and summer planting.  Lucas says it is legal to Grow.  Legal to mow. But it is not legal to THROW.  Murray's has these innovative seed mixes for deer feed next fall. 
Roberta (Bob's identical twin sister) Is in full plant mode.  Murray's Outdoors is ready to serve your spring garden and floral needs.  Just like when Beth had it...we hope.
Come by to talk fishing while your significant other trolls the floral and garden side. Good Luck, Good Fishing and Good Gardening.

Spring Spawn Brings Good Fishing 4-14-23

The water is rising from snowmelt in Northern States.  Fish are biting in any backwaters or eddies.  Murray Bait and Tackle is having a big tent sale this weekend.  We talk with Megan at J&L Marine about getting your boat ready.  They have batteries and expert mechanics.
Larry talks Lures and how to use nightcrawlers.   Expert Fisherman Benny accuses Bob of Hyping a Crappie Rig...but then he tried it and it worked!
 

Spring Rise Fishing on Mississippi 4=7=23

The season is rapidly changing.  Water is up but fish are in shallows. Trout fishing is good.  Bob and Larry have ideas on how to catch fish.
We also talk with Jeremy from Wapsi Lure Company, maker of the Ripper Minnow (TM)
A big tent sale starts next Thursday on the Bait and Tackle Side
Seed, sets and seed potatoes available on Flower Side of Store.
Get outside! Come to Murray's for all your fishing, gardening and floral needs.
 
 

Pre-Spawn BIG Walleye Biting Strong in Pools 10 and 11 HTB 3-31-23

A twelve pound walleye caught below dam at Guttenberg this week.  Once the stormy weather passes, the bite should be great.  Walleye and Perch.  
Breaking News: A new tackle and arms shop opens Saturday in Monticello.
River Rat Lures.  We talk with Rick Drury about his process and his products.
Demos with Dan.  Dan Sawyer talks St. Croix Rods.
Bob Urbain finishes with an extensive fishing report.
This could be the best podcast we've ever done!

Hot fishing in cold water. DNR Fishing tournament for Everyone

An update on our earlier show.  Bob Urbain has all the latest on the walleye and perch fishing on the upper Mississippi but we also have an interview with Jeff Kopaska with Iowa DNR on an upcoming fishing tournament that is for everyone.
 

Hot Walleye Fishing In Cold Water 3-17-23

The Water is 34-38 degrees!  Fishermen are wearing all the clothes they own.  Still, the Walleye Fishing is Hot on the Upper Mississippi near Guttenberg, Iowa.
Bob Urbain has an update on the current bite.
Jamie Dinger takes us out to his fishing barge.
Sam Willett talks about guiding trips from "Ice out to Ice in" and has a few tips on how to catch fish.
Happy St Patrick's Day!

Hot Walleye Fishing in Cold Weather

Recording on a cold St Patrick's Day but it has been a great fishing week on the Mississippi near Guttenberg and promises to be good for the rest of the month.  Bob Urbain gives his take on all the fishing in the area.
We spoke with Jamie at Landing 615. He had barge fishermen who were in their Striper clothes but smiling at the walleye they were catching below the dam.
Sam Willett, from Dubuque, talked about his guiding business and simple ways to catch fish.
A twenty six minute escape from the cares of the world.  Green beer is optional. 

The Bite Is Back!

It is Sport Show Season.  Bob Urbain from Murray Bait and Tackle is in Cedar Falls at the UNI dome all weekend.  He catches up on how the fishing has been since January and is reporting Great Walleye Fishing Now if you have the clothes for it.
We also talk with Kreg Hoppworth, promoter of the Eastern Iowa Sports Show.  Bob describes a semi-trailer glass tank full of all species of Iowa fish.
twenty minutes of your time could cure Cabin Fever!

Open Water and Ice Fishing the same day?

The ice went out on the main channel of the Mississippi River near Guttenberg, Iowa.  But the best ice fishing spots are in good shape with plenty of thickness.  
You can put the boat in and stalk Walleye and later go back to your warm hut on the ice and haul in crappie, bluegill and ring perch.
Murray Outdoor owner Bob Urbain has the latest on fishing and the conclusion of deer season.
We also revisit Brandon Post.  A taxidermist from Dubuque, Iowa.  Some tips on how to keep your trophy fish or deer in good shape so he can turn it into a mount that will bring back memories and last a lifetime.