How’s the Bite?

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.

Ice Fishing Biggest Week of the Year 12-30-22

The ice has gotten thick but the weather is mild.  Ice fishing is at full bite.  Bob Urbain has the fishing report and Larry is going to lure you into getting a comfortable tent to keep warm and stay out longer.  
We also speak with Brandon Post, a taxidermist from Dubuque, Iowa.  Great information on how to keep a deer or fish in shape to produce a beautiful and realistic mount.  Brandon runs a friendly small business  He knows his stuff and has a great philosophy of hunting and fishing. 
Bob and I have had a good year of building up an audience for this podcast.
Thanks for listening. 

Wintertime Fishing Advice and What’s for Christmas

Two top anglers talk about their gear and techniques for catching lots of fish. Nick Laramie and Les Kuene are from Eastern Iowa and really lay out their preferences in rods, reels, lures and ice fishing electronics.  
They also give some good advice on how to catch fish.  Just delightful conversations.
Bob has a few hours left before Christmas.  Gift Certificates are the easiest way to give the right gift but he's got other ideas for you.
Merry Christmas from the whole family at Murray Outdoor Store
Guttenberg, Iowa  Under the Big Walleye on Hwy 52  South end of town.
If you miss it, you shouldn't be driving.
Heartbeat of the Mississippi

Mid December Hunting and Fishing in Iowa

Cold Weather is Coming!  So is Christmas.
We talk with Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) about Chronic Wasting Disease in Deer.
A trout fisherman braves the weather and catches his limit
Bob Urbain has many ideas for Christmas.
Murray Bait and Tackle under the Big Walleye in Guttenberg

Ice Fishing Season Begins December 9, 2022

Snow in Guttenberg today.  Lots of People in Murray Bait and Tackle.
Deer Tags flying out the door.   Ice is thick enough to begin fishing in some areas.
Benny limits on Blue Gill
Bob OD's on Florida
Dan Demos Electronics, Tents, Reels and Tip Ups
A great little place to come and talk about fishing.   Welcome!

Hunting and Fishing on the Mississippi 12-2-22

This is transition week: from open water to ice fishing and into shotgun deer season.  Schools in Clayton County give excused absence to go DEER HUNTING!
Lots of news from Murray Outdoors as days shorten but excitement builds for outdoor seasons of deer hunting and ice fishing.
Dale Radcliffe shows off some amazing ice fishing rods.  High Tech.
Demos with Dan features Ice Augers.  Dynamite won't work, you've got to drill a hole.  Latest light weight and smart features.  
Good Luck  Good hunting  Good Fishing

Thanks Jigging How’s the Bite? November 23, 2022

A HUGE Walleye was caught on the barge below the dam in Guttenberg this week.  Bob calls it a "Five Hundred Year Fish"  We think it was released after measurements.  Would love to talk to the fisherman who caught it.
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Weather is warming and very pleasant for fishing.  Ice Fishing has been pushed into December.  
A new feature::  "Demos with Dan" this week.
Bob Burris talks about his favorite tool to catch fish under the ice.
Big Black Friday "Thanks Jigging Sale" on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Suggestions for Christmas gifts for fishermen and women.

How’s The Bite? November 18,2022

Its COLD!  
Fish are biting!  Frost is too!
We talk of the coming Ice Fishing Season (after Thanksgiving)
Bob found a couple of anglers who are trying to catch 100 species of fish in Iowa
Lures with Larry focuses on rigs for cold water with crankbaits.  Larry likes to tie and rig before he goes fishing.  Saves fingers and tempers.
Bob talks with Bob's Rods about ice fishing poles.