Ugly Pike Podcast

It took over 200 episodes, but the guys finally found an excellent guide on the Winnipeg River to talk about this lesser-known, lesser-fished body of water.  Chris and Frank sat with guide Austin Sandstrom, who guides out of multiple outfits on this secluded and amazing body of water.  Austin describes what it is like to hunt for muskies on some of the most beautiful and remote lakes and rivers in Ontario.  In this episode, they discuss:Blind guiding as a new guide using no electronics Guiding by instinct The Winnipeg River systemFishing in various water types and dealing with water level fluctuation