Back Lash Musky Fishing Podcast
Sports:Wilderness
In this episode of the Backlash Podcast, we speak with Clayton Spiess, an experienced musky fishing guide from Eagle River. Adorned with deep-rooted family connections, Clayton offers an engaging story of his relationship with musky fishing, highlighting the thrill of the catch and his journey from carpentry to guiding full-time. He provides a heartfelt insight into his resilience in times of grief and shares his exciting professional experiences while continually evolving to venture into new fields. This episode is an exploration of musky fishing, guiding, and embracing life amidst hardships.
Our conversation with Clayton offers a comprehensive understanding of competitive musky fishing, reflecting on the journey through different fishing leagues and the invaluable community support in shaping a musky angler. We dive into his role in Musky League, discussing the innovative structure of teams, sponsors, and rewards - all contributing to the thriving community spirit. A special mention goes to the fishing opportunities in the Eagle River area, including the flourishing natural reproduction, diverse lakes, and how these waters have helped hone angling skills. Ending on an inspiring note, Clayton emphasizes maintaining a positive attitude while fishing as a cornerstone value for all anglers.
Clayton opens up about his experiences in participating in professional muskie tournament trails and shares the fundamentals of becoming an effective fishing guide. He reflects on entering the competitive landscape of the Professional Musky Tournament Trail (PMTT) and how the community, along with passion for the sport, played fundamental roles in shaping his journey. We also discuss the significance of taking breaks during tournaments, with Clayton strongly advocating the importance of continuous learning and adaptability among successful anglers. Gain insights into the thrilling world of professional tournament fishing in this episode.
Finally, our chat with Clayton takes a turn into the intriguing world of fishing tournaments, where he provides an insider's perspective into the tactical minds of top professional anglers. We delve into the impacts of sudden weather changes, explore the importance of tech in fishing, and hear about Clayton's unforgettable and action-packed seven-day trip to Lake of the Woods. This segment illuminates the unpredictable and thrilling life of a professional angler.
Episode 74 - Pete Rich
Episode 73 - Matt Seifert
Episode 72 - Jeff Van Remortel
Episode 71 - Dave Slain - August Musky Fishing
Episode 70 - Mike Keyes
Episode 69 - Mike Koepp
Episode 68 - Danny Herbeck
Episode 67 Luke Swanson
Episode 66 - Jeff Schulte helps answer questions
Episode 65 - Brad and Jeff answer questions
Episode 64 - Bill Buechner
Episode 63 - Dick Pearson Part 2
Episode 62 - Dick Pearson
Episode 61- Talking about Wisconsin and Minnesota Musky Openers
Episode 60 - Matt Cook from Humminbird Returns
Episode 59 - Weekend Warrior Talk 2
Episode 58 - Steve Herbeck
Episode 57 - Ty Sennett
Episode 56 - Mike Lazarus
Episode 55 - Carrie, Brad, and Jeff are talking boats
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