Muskie guide for Sioux Narrows LOTW

[Lunkerhunter]

hey everyone,

 

i was hoping to get some suggestions for muskie guides on sioux narrows on Lake of the Woods. i am heading up there at the end of august and want to book a guide for a day.

 

also any other tips or advise is always appreciated.

 

Thanks in advance

[johnnyb]

Ben Beattie and Jay Hamilton are both members here.....other names that come to mind are Gord Pyzer and Jeff Gustaffson(not sure if they still guide tho).

 

The other name that pops to mind when thinking "guide + Northern Ontario" is Tyler Dunn, TDunn on the board....but I think he's more of a SSM boy....I could be wrong.

[troutologist]

Contact Ryan Marlowe from Figure 8 Baits in Kenora, he will be able to set you up.

 

Water temps are sky high right now, hope they drop a bit...been hearing about a lot of mortality on muskie this summer with higher than normals water temps.

[grt1]

give Jerry Schultz a call at the sioux sports shop. he knows all the guides in sioux narrows and could make some recommendations to you. His number 807-226-5327

[lew]

If I was heading up that way, Ben Beatty is the guy I'd be calling.

Edited July 26, 2012 by lew

[bigbuck]

I'd imagine that jeff Gustafson still guides BUT he does so out of the Kenora area. Sioux Narrows is a ways away. Gord Pyzer doesn't guide any longer. Check with the baitshop owner in the area, he can help you out the best. If the OFNr's up there can help that would be great.

[mike rousseau]

If I was heading up that way, Ben Beatty is the guy I'd be calling.

 

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[trapshooter]

I appreciate the kind feedback and recommendations guys.... but I'm over on Lac Seul. I've never even fished that part of LOTW so I would be of little help!

 

I'd take the advice to call the local sports shop and get the names of some local guides. The only guy I know of and could recommend is Dave Bennett.

http://www.davebennettoutdoors.com

 

Calling Ryan Marlowe at F8 Baits is another option. Although he's in Kenora, he's very well connected in the LOTW musky community.

 

Best of luck!

 

ben

[johnnyb]

I dunno Ben.....I think I'd still roll the dice whether you've fished the lake or not

[Lunkerhunter]

thanks everyone for the feedback! and as per Ben's recommendations i have contacted Dave Bennett and am waiting to hear back from him. Ben thanks for getting back to Pete yesterday as i know he msg'd you directly.

 

if dave falls through i will call Ryan at Figure 8 baits and/or Jerry Schultz as per Grt1.

 

again everyone thank you for your input.

 

1 more question.....traditionally what kind of conditions should i expect end of august/early september up there. i have never been that far north. obviously i will pack gear and clothes for all conditions as i like to be prepared but i imagine it begins to cool down quite a bit by that time when you get that far north.

 

cant wait to bag a few beasts!!

 

cheers guys

[trapshooter]

That time of year weather can be anything from warm summery conditions to cool/wet/windy. Pack for both! Usually though it's still pretty nice... morning will probably be crisp.

 

Good luck and I'm looking forward to seeing your report when you get back.

[bigbuck]

Evenings will be just how I like my coffee, KRISP! Not long after labour day the frost sets in. So, bring warm clothes for when its cold and shorts for when its warm. You'll need both on a daily basis.

[manitoubass2]

thanks everyone for the feedback! and as per Ben's recommendations i have contacted Dave Bennett and am waiting to hear back from him. Ben thanks for getting back to Pete yesterday as i know he msg'd you directly.

 

if dave falls through i will call Ryan at Figure 8 baits and/or Jerry Schultz as per Grt1.

 

again everyone thank you for your input.

 

1 more question.....traditionally what kind of conditions should i expect end of august/early september up there. i have never been that far north. obviously i will pack gear and clothes for all conditions as i like to be prepared but i imagine it begins to cool down quite a bit by that time when you get that far north.

 

cant wait to bag a few beasts!!

 

cheers guys

 

It's been a very hot, dry year in this area. Typically that time of year the mornings will be very crisp, but hot in the afternoons. But with the lack of rain, I'd be prepared to fish wet, and wet/cold.

 

The water temps are also the highest I remember, so you might actually be coming this way at the right time. Of course it can go either way, but I'm predicting a very active end of summer/early fall for all species.

 

If ya come through Emo, drop me a pm for a quick coffee

 

Oh, and Gussy is sitting in 3rd right now in the Fort Frances Bass Championship, if he has a good day tomorrow and gets a good kicker, I'd assume he'll still be partying it up in late August, lol

Edited July 28, 2012 by manitoubass2