In this episode, Dan and BamBam discuss 8 hot tips for catching more muskies. They cover topics such as having the right gear, fly rods, fly line, nets, tools, efficient casting, mental toughness, and when and where to fish for muskies. The conversation provides valuable insights and practical advice for musky fishing enthusiasts.

They also discuss the mental toughness required for musky fishing, the importance of fishing with confidence, and the best practices for releasing muskies. Additionally they cover the significance of the team sport mentality in musky fly fishing and the proper technique for figure eights and boat side etiquette. The conversation provides valuable insights for musky fly anglers of all levels.

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In this episode of the Spot Burn podcast, Josh and Dan discuss a wide range of topics based on listener feedback, covering river fishing, musky behavior through the seasons, the use of sound bullets, and wading shore fly fishing tips for muskies. They delve into the use of stripping baskets, musky flies, and fish behavior in response to river flows, sharing their insights and experiences to provide valuable tips and recommendations for musky fly fishing enthusiasts.

The conversation also addresses the state of musky populations in Minnesota and Wisconsin, the use of WD-40 in fly fishing, different methods of line/leader/fly attachment setups, the results of a spring survey on banning LiveScope, and the impact of fly color on musky fishing. Additionally, they explore the characteristics of tiger muskies, population dynamics, the use of pin straight bucktail, the suitability of tenkara rods for musky fishing, and the importance of comfortable chairs for fly tying, offering comprehensive insights into musky fishing techniques and equipment.

Wisconsin Statewide Spring Hearing Results:
https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/sites/default/files/topic/About/WCC/2024/SpringHearing/2024_StatewideResults_FINAL.pdf

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Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Spot Burn Podcast. In this episode, Josh and Daniel dive into their spring adventures, musky season updates, and more.

Episode Highlights:
Catch-Up and Spring Fishing Update: Josh and Daniel discuss what they've been up to this spring, including bluegill, bass & trout fishing, as well as the start of musky season.

Musky Season Insights:
They talk about the Southern and Northern Wisconsin openers, sharing their experiences and strategies.

Fishing Challenges and Wins:
Hear about their tough conditions, trophy hunting, and the exciting moments they had on the water.

Book Club Announcement:
Josh and Daniel have started a book club, currently reading "Three Record Muskies in His Day, The Life and Times of Louie Spray." by John Dettloff (with Louie Spray).
Join them as they discuss the history and adventures of muskie fishing.
Snag the book for yourself!:
https://www.amazon.com/Three-Record-Muskies-Times-Louie/dp/0971894051

Interesting Phenomena:
A bizarre trend of large muskies eating other large muskies has been observed. Josh and Daniel speculate on the possible reasons behind this.
Read more in the Outdoor Life article:
https://www.outdoorlife.com/fishing/video-dead-muskies-tried-killing-each-other/

Listener Shoutouts:
Congratulations to Laken, Brett, Jake, Cody & Grant for their impressive catches.

Upcoming Events and Plans:
They share their plans for the upcoming Green Bay trip, the Muskie League, and other summer fishing adventures.
Join us for the Fly Fishing Musky School:
https://schooloffishing.co/products/fly-fishing-musky-school-with-dan-donovan

Conservation Corner:
Learn about the efforts to support muskie stocking in Tennessee and how you can help from Daniel Moscon:
"TN MUSKY NEED SOME HELP.
If you have a minute to spare today I’m urging you to send an email to FishingReg.Comments@tn.gov.

Our bureaucrats at TWRA have decided to severely limit the amount of musky they are stocking. Resulting in fewer fish seen and caught. We have very limited amount of natural reproduction and it is not enough to sustain our fishery. A short email goes a long way in showing the interest they need to see to bring our stocking numbers back up.

On a separate but related note, a Muskies Inc. chapter is in its infant stages of being formed. Muskies Inc. is a 501-C3. Any and all proceeds go to one thing, stocking musky in the bodies of water that need it the most.

Conservation and education will be the goal. If you would like to join, you first need a Muskies Inc. membership and then the affiliation will go with our Chapter after it is officially accepted. We can’t do it alone. Reach out to me or Cody Daniels for more info."

Minnesota Opener and PMTT Updates:
Get the latest on the Minnesota opener and the Professional Musky Tournament Trail in Madison.

Fun Segments and Miscellaneous:
Additional topics include musky hook removal tips, updates on cicadas, and effective musky flies the MF fellas have made tutorials for:

Guide Deceiver, tied by: Josh Smeltzer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OoJbKmpKltU

Mini Glider, tied by: Nick Gellerstedt
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CIOqFURQrKA&t=59s

Thank You:
Thank you for listening to the Spot Burn Podcast, presented by Musky Fool Fly Fishing Co. A special thanks to our sponsors, Cortland Line Company and Stealth Craft Boats. We also want to express our gratitude to all our listeners for tuning in, subscribing, sharing, and spreading the good word.
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