Friday, March 17th 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

3:00 - 4:00 DAN GROPENGISER

DAN GROPENGISER

Dan "Grop" Gropengiser is out of Rhinelander Wisconsin. Living in Rhinelander his entire life has given Dan the chance to explore the lakes this great area has to offer. Dan's been fishing ever since his Dad could get him to sit still on a five gallon pail ice fishing. All of the great memories of fishing with family and friends sticks with him to this day.

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Dan began guiding in 2012 and believes fishing is all about learning and making memories that will last forever. Dan will take the time to teach you proper casting and retrieving of baits, boat control and handling wind conditions, lake map reading and usage of today's latest electronics.

Seasonal fish movements is a big part of what you'll learn.

4:30 - 5:30

PHIL STODOLA

 JOEL MCCLUNG

ZACH STADLER

GREEN BAY MUSKIES

PHIL STODOLA

Phil Stodola is a USCG certified Captain who has been guiding on Green Bay since 2018 for a company called Angler Sportfishing.  Phil has a Youtube Channel for Angler Sportfishing where he does Bait Demos, and he was featured on Smith's Fishing Outdoors Channel. Phil caught and released the biggest Musky registered in the Titletown Muskies Inc Chapter in 2016 and 2017, winning him the Ron Myslek Trophy. Phil has since become Vice President of Titletown and is active in meetings and events there. He has spoken at the Wisconsin Musky Expo and Musky Clubs in multiple states.  Phil is also a Full Time Firefighter/Paramedic for the City of Manitowoc Fire Department.

 JOEL MCCLUNG

Joel McClung owns and operates McClung’s Musky Adventures, LLC. For the past fifteen years, targeting muskies on the Green Bay system has been Joels focus. He specializes in casting during the spring and summer months, and will utilize trolling at different times of the season.

ZACH STADLER

Hi my name is Zach Stadler I am a full time fishing guide on the bay of Green Bay. I have been guiding the bay for seven years now. I have filmed shows with Todays angler and also did filming with Charlie Berens. I target muskies walleyes and smallmouth bass. I fish Muskies from the start on season all the way to middle of October.

6:00 - 7:00 Brian KLEIN

Brian KLEIN

Brian's first musky experience was while walleye fishing the Eagle River chain in the early 90s.  Brian caught a 27" musky and from that first encounter he knew that was the fish that he was going to pursue. Brian has fished for Musky and Tiger Muskies in over 100 waters spanning 12 states and 2 Canadian Provinces.

Brian started his guide service in 2000 while a college student at UW Platteville. Over the years Kline Outdoors evolved and grew into what is now a Full time guide service and Outfitter. 

Brian spends most of his time guiding the Great Lakes and Inland Northern WI.  Brian is always looking for the top end fish in any system he fishes. Captain Klein's versatility includes casting, trolling, jigging, and live bait depending on client  preferences and the current situations on the water. 

Klein Outdoors offers educational, fun filled musky trips..... with the chance at a fish of a lifetime. If you're not having fun you're doing it wrong!

Saturday, March 18th 9 AM to 6:00 PM

Steve Jonesi

Steve was introduced to the mighty muskie in the 1970’s while vacationing with family on Upper Post Lake in Northern Wisconsin. That introduction has fueled an obsession with a fish that has taken Steve all over the United States and Canada for the past 45 years. Steve released his first Wisconsin legal, 30” at the time, on September 25th, 1977. Thousands of muskies have visited Steve’s boat over the years.

Through the years, Steve has introduced many to the sport of Muskie Fishing. The dream of owning/operating a professional guide service came to fruition after moving to Minnesota in the Fall of 2004, to begin working for the world famous Thorne Bros. Custom Rod and Tackle Shop. Lake Mille Lacs and her 132,000 acres became home base.

On October 6, 2006, Steve’s client Jody Dahms caught a muskie that would have broken the Minnesota state record at the time if he had kept it. The incredible muskie was caught on Lake Millie Lacs and was 54” long and had a 30” girth. That fish gave Steve’s professional career a real boost. The next few years were amazing! He spent time with clients catching big fish and making fabulous memories.

Steve’s passion for teaching and sharing information can take your fishing to the next level. Never short on stories and laughs, a good time in the boat is guaranteed.

12:00 - 1:00
DAN DONOVAN

FLY FISHING FOR MUSKYS
MUSKY FOOL FLY FISHING COMPANY

Musky Fool will be making its first appearance this year at the WI Musky Expo. We will be there with the full squad of guides and more fly tying materials and musky flies than we have ever had before. These will be patterns and materials that are for the most part only available at the show! You are also not going to want to miss our deep dive seminar into musky fly fishing on Saturday.

See you at the show! 

2:00 - 3:00
Rich Reinert

Rich Reinert

Rich has been fishing muskies for 54 years, guiding full-time for 17 years, and working in the tackle industry for over 40 years.

Rich’s musky passion and influence is both well-known and far-reaching. As the co-owner of two musky bait companies and product developer for several others, Rich will share a lifetime of experience and expertise in his seminar.

Rich has been featured in In-Fisherman, Outdoor Life, and Midwest Outdoors. He has had over 1,500 Muskies in his boat over the years and, as a result of that success on the water, has had the opportunity to speak on many radio programs as well as at numerous sport shows.

4:00 - 5:00
JOEL WALCZAK

 AARON STACK

 CRAIG ADER

BRIAN MIREK

Southern Wisconsin Guide Panel

JOEL WALCZAK

I have been guiding for 41 years, and own Rocky Point Tackle Co. I use my time in the boat as an opportunity to teach. Catching a fish is great, but the knowledge and experience is as long lasting and beneficial as a picture. I am also Co-Founder of the Wisconsin Veterans Fishing Camp,  which is the highlight of my year. To be able to thank our Heroes and share our fishing world with them, and to serve them for a few days.

AARON STACK

The thrill of the chase- the tug is the only drug!

Been musky fishing since 1998

Guiding for 10 years. Multiple top 10 tournament finishes 3 first place finishes. I love guiding for the sole purpose of sharing knowledge and helping others create memories that last a lifetime!

CRAIG ADER

Ader’s ADVENTURES started in 1985; After developing a love for getting people outdoors, hunting and fishing, passing on the knowledge.  Over the years, the collaboration with several entities enabled me to create a nice network.  I could not do what I do without friends and family.  The joy I get from seeing the first fish or biggest fish is priceless!   

I am not a pro-staffer for any company, what I use and who I partner with is based on quality, success and ethics.  I do not consider myself a “Guide” rather more of an educator/personal consultant.   This enables me to help you with what you are looking to accomplish.  It cost nothing to ask.  Please feel free to reach out, and just maybe we can build an adventure for you.

BRIAN MIREK

I live within a few miles of the musky lakes of Waukesha County and love sharing knowledge that has helped me be successful in these heavily pressured waters. Thanks to local musky clubs and DNR stocking efforts, all of our lakes have great populations of muskies with a great mix of age classes, offering not only numbers but also big fish. I focus primarily on casting and fly fishing, and thanks to my son showing great interest in musky fishing, I've also learned many methods to help smaller framed anglers successfully pursue the fish we love to chase. I look forward to sharing what has helped me win and place in many local tournaments with all of you.

Sunday, March 19th 9 AM to 3:00 PM

NATE OSFAR

2019's PMTT Top Gun angler Nate Osfar has over 30 years experience putting muskies in the net.  His fine-tuned and technical approach to muskies has led to 8 top 2 finishes in the PMTT, as well as a proven track record of winning in the WMC and the Kevin Worrall Memorial tournaments.  Nate Osfar has placed in the top 5 in over 40 tournaments in 15 years.  In addition to utilizing his tactical methods for catching muskies and winning tournaments, Osfar has published magazine articles on the topic of convincing finicky fish to bite. Nate and his clients and boat partners have lifted over 1000 muskies for the camera in 6 different states.

MIKE KEYES

No matter if you’re a Muskie or Pike angler, you’ve probably heard about Keyes Outdoors. For the past 18 years, Keyes Outdoors, LLC has grown to one of most watched, most viewed and respected musky fishing TV Series in the world.

And for a good reason. Mike and his team put out an extremely high level of Musky fishing video’s, and the way they have brought the water to the public eye of online media is just something truly special. Mike’s video’s show you every technique of Muskie fishing you can possibly think of and will certainly help getting the most out of your time on the water!

CORY OLSON

Cory Olson is out of Conover Wisconsin but cut his teeth chasing Muskies on the upper St.Croix river.  He's fished all over the state of Minnesota and is now focusing more on northern Wisconsin.

He’s been guiding since 2016 part time as he also owns and operates a tree service.  He is also the maker of the DONKEYTAIL jerkbait.

Come join Cory as he talks late Fall River Muskies and the tactics he utilizes to catch big fish late in the season.