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Links/Recommended Products & Services
These are products or services that I've personally used and give the thumbs up to! If you have questions about them, feel free to contact me. I often write product reviews for different publications. If you'd like your product or service reviewed, please give me a shout.
I've worn glasses since I was in 5th grade. I was terribly nearsighted. I was also reaching the age where my
arms weren't long enough (needing bifocals to read.) Well...Doctor Alexander fixed all of that!
He implanted multi-focal lenses into my eyes!
"Perma Clear" intra-ocular lenses mean no more glasses or contacts--not even cheaters!
Lasik is a fine choice for some folks, but, for me it would have meant wearing reading glasses yet.
If you'd like to be glasses free (except my Costa Del Mar sunglasses, of course!) go visit Doc Alexander.
It's painless. It's extraordinary. Email me if you have any questions....and,
tell him I sent you.
www.alexandereyeinstitute.com
http://www.leadersandlures.com
Their fluorocarbon leaders are awesome!
www.mistertwister.com
I love their Sassy Shads, Darts, and Slugs for saltwater fishing
and Curly tail grubs for freshwater fishing.
www.humminbird.com
Humminbird's 900 series are amazing electronics!
I also love their Fishin' Buddy--a portable depthfinder.
Fish the famous Pipestone-Clearwater Chain near Emo (Ontario, Canada) and then ask lodge owner Vince to take you back to his remote outpost cabin where you'll have Dash Lake all to yourselves; www.clearwaterlodge.net
www.jawbaits.com
The most innovative use of colors in spinnerbaits that I've ever seen!
www.minnekotamotors.com
One piece of equipment I'd NEVER go without...my Minn Kota Terrova trolling motor!
It's easy to deploy and stow and I LOVE the auto pilot feature.
It's extra long shaft keeps me on structure even in rough waters.
Shimano...the right reels for the job...
http://www.shimano.com
Their Curado 300DSV is incredible!!
Costa Del Mar Sunglasses:
Designed with the hardcore fisherman in mind!
Official sunglasses of the IGFA and Trout Unlimited
http://www.costadelmar.com
I love their MP2's with green mirrored lenses!
I also wear their prescription polarized lenses...incredible clarity!!
Crestliner: A Brunswick Boat Company. 60 years of Innovation.
http://www.crestliner.com
*I love my Crestliner Fishhawk 1750 SC with my Merc 115 EFI*
http: //www.mercmarine.com
Frabill Nets - http://www.frabill.com
Innovating the Outdoors
I love their Power Catch Big Game net!
Lakewood Products- http://www.lakewoodproducts.com
Archery, multi-species and musky, gun/ammo, and ice fishing cases (tackle boxes)
"For the sportsman, by the sportsman."
I love their spinnerbait box, The Extreme (holds big cranks for trolling) and Pedestal Pal!
A great place to stay when you're fishing the Northwest Angle of Lake of the Woods; www.northwestangleresort.com
Wolverine: Relentless by Nature, Rugged Outdoor Boots Since 1883
http://www.wolverinebootsandshoes.com
I wear their Ridgelines! Comfortable, warm, and dry
Guys will like their Mammoth boots, too
EZ Loader Boat Trailer: Not all boat trailers are created equal!
www.ezloader.com (870) 481.5138, Midway Arkansas
Mepps: The World's #1 Lure. http://www.mepps.com
Famed lure for any fish.
I love their Marabous, Aglias, and #5's!
www.irishsetterboots.com
I like their Lady Hawks and Snow Claw Pac Boots.
Pair your Lady Hawks up with a polyproylene liner and merino wool sock.
I wear wigwam products; www.wigwam.com
Big Game Lures: http://www.biggamelureco.com
My very favorite twitch bait for muskies!
Power Pro Superline: Catch the Advantage!
An Innovative Textiles Company
http://www.powerpro.com
Their braided line is easy to tie knots with, strong, and durable.
Sea-View Marine Shield- http://www.seaviewwindshield.com
A revolutionary boating modification!
www.lacrossefootwear.com
Check out their Alpha Series...I love their Alpha Burly Sports boots.
Whopper walleye, monster muskies...on Eagle Lake.
I fish at South Shore at their annual "All Women's Trip."
Check out their website for details; www.southshorelodge.com
Hooker Tackle - http://www.hookertackle.com
No tackle box is complete without one!
Great trolling lure!
John Laimon, owner of Smokey's Muskie Shop near Milwaukee stocks a large variety of custom lures.
When fishing whitefish or ciscoe forage lakes, I've had great success with his Old Blue Eyes series; www.smokeysmuskieshop.com
Lax Reproductions-Let 'Em Go, Let 'Em Grow!
http://www.laxreproductions.com (715) 547.3710, Conover WI
Rick Lax is a master craftsman! I highly recommend him for all your taxidermy needs.
(The hand symbol in their logo means Friendship & Water in the Hopi language)
Teva Sport Sandals
The perfect compromise between a hiking sandal and a shoe.
http://www.teva.com
My favorites are their Dozers...great traction on slippery boat ramps.
 
Cortland Mono is my preferred choice for row trolling for muskies!
It's extremely tough and durable, yet easy to tie knots with.
www.cortlandline.com
I especially like the Master Mono for trolling and the Endurance for casting.
www.muskyshop.com
(Rollie & Helen's) Musky Shop in Minocqua, WI
The world's largest and best musky shop!
Sportsman's Repair shop, owned by my buddy Chuck Brod.
Chuck repairs reels (Daiwa, Garcia, Penn, St. Croix, Shimano and Zebco) and electric trolling motors.
www.sportmansrepair.com Mosinee, WI (715) 693.6634
For all other reels (Tica, Mitchell, Eagle Claw, Shakespeare, Pflueger, Okuma, Silstar, etc.) give
my buddy Mat Hegy a call. www.lunkerclunker.com Eagle River WI
Magna's Marine Kettle Grill is great for shorelunches on an island or hanging off boat's gunwale.
I purchased mine at www.overtons.com
Tired of pan fried walleye every day while on your fishing trip?
Bonewerks vacuum packs fully prepared entrees--lamb, duck, pork--boil for 15 minutes and enjoy!
www.bonewerksculinarte.com
ThermaCELL cordless butane units distribute pyrethrin. They make great insect repellents.
Bring one along in your boat or bring on shore while you are cooking dinner.
www.thermacell.com
 
What other insect repellents do I recommend? I prefer the active ingredients picaridin over DEET. Picaridin is recognized as safer, it
is also not a plasticizer (DEET ruins plastic fishing tackle), and is more effective against biting flies.
Try: Cutter's Advanced Sportsman, Cutter's Skinsations, or Repel's Sportman Gear Smart. All Picaridin based, 10 hours repellency!
*For those of you who prefer natural ingredients, try Repel's Lemon Eucalyptus; www.spectrumbrands.com
*For those of you who are sold on DEET, try Sawyer Products Ultra 30. Liposomes allow DEET delivery to take place over a longer time, thus
reducing absorption rate; www.sawyerproducts.com
Looking for a great sportsman's camera? Check out Olympus Stylus cameras.
Their Stylus Tough series are both waterproof and shockproof; www.olympusamerica.com
If you're a big game fisherman, these cutters are a MUST have.
Knipex nippers cut through big treble hooks--very important when a fish is precariously hooked.
Yes, they are expensive. Attach them to a lanyard and hook them onto your belt loop; www.knipex.com
These electronic charts work very well in your sonar unit. Hey, if they can help me navigate big water, they'll help anyone!!
www.navionics.com
I've used Offshore Planer Boards to row troll for many, many years.
The work well with oversized crankbaits; www.offshoretackle.com
Buy the BEST quality gore-tex, thinsulate fishing parka and bibs that you can afford.
It might save the week if your vacation ends up during the rainy season.
I wear Cabela's Guidewear series; www.cabelas.com
Ram Mounting Systems makes sturdy marine elctronic mounts.
They also produce mounts for cell phones, cameras, etc.; www.ram-mount.com
My favorite rod holders are Roberts by Attwood. They are solid, sturdy hard plastic that withstands the rigors
of late fall trolling; www.attwoodmarine.com
Inflatable life jackets are comfortable to wear while fishing. There are a lot of good brands on the market.
Check out Mustang's gear, they offer full flotation suits, dry suits, etc.; www.mustangsurvival.com
Want to purchase the most fish-able canoe ever made?
Check out www.riverridgecustomcanoes.com
Want to save the enviroment as well as your own health? Buy a dedicated water bottle.
I like Polar bottles because they are BPA (Bisphenol A) free and are insulated; www.polarbottle.com
On that same note, why not protect your skin with clothing that adds sunscreen (UV protection) right
into it's fibers? Bass Pro offers World Wide Sportsman, Columbia, and other brands with 40 UPF.
Don't forget your hands, I really like their Mariner's Gloves; www.basspro.com
If your fishing trip takes you to places where the potable water is suspect, bring along a portable water purifier.
I use SteriPENS. They use UV light to destroy waterborne microbes--like dreaded giardia; www.steripen.com
Magazines and E-zines
http://www.muskiesinc.org
A fabulous non-profit organization dedicated to my favorite freshwater fish...their motto is "youth-fisheries-research"
Join one of the many chapters across the U.S. and receive MUSKIE magazine as a member benefit.
*Look for my features articles on a variety of musky related topics*
http://www.glangler.com
A terrific magazine covering the entire Great Lakes region.
*Look for my features on row trolling Lake Michigan, musky fishing Green Bay, pump handles for salmon, etc.*
http://www.womenintheoutdoors.org
The publication for the National Turkey Wildlife Federation
*Look for my features in many of their issues*
www.familyfishandgame.com
*Look for my features on a variety of topics*
www.womensoutdoornews.com
A great resource for outdoorswomen who like to fish, hunt, or just play outside!
*Look for a variety of fishing articles penned by yours truly*
www.furfishgame.com
*Look for my technical articles on fishing and hunting*
www.pilotgetaways.com
*A travel destination publication for private pilots,
somehow all my features revolve around fishing trips!*
www.simplyfishingmagazine.com
Bob Mehsikomer's quality e-zine.
*Look for my upcoming article on redfish fishing*
There are lots of great Country Women across America to profile; www.countrywomanmagazine.com
The Elks organization publishes a magazine that offers some outdoor (particularly fishing) recreation articles; www.elks.org
Look for my hunting & fishing articles in Florida Game & Fish; www.floridagameandfish.com
Great magazine to read about fresh fish and wild game recipes--and what vino to pair them up with! www.foodandwine.com
Great conservation related articles in their publication Outdoor America; www.iwla.org
Look for my prose and poetry offerings in this fine publication; www.sportliterate.com
Muskie411 - http://www.muskie411.com
The online guide for fishing Muskies in North America
Fishing Information Network - http://www.fishinginfo.com
*These folks put together wonderful websites, too. Ask me about it!*
Women Anglers Magazine
http://www.womenanglers.us/
On-line e-zine that covers fishing and hunting.
http://www.womenhunters.com
Bow and gun hunting and bowfishing, too!
http://www.wowboating.com
This organization provides accessiblity for women to engage the
marine industry at the national boat shows.
Last Cast Guide Service- http://www.lastcastguideservice.com
The website for my friend and fellow fishing guide, Peter Stoltman (St. Germain, WI)
DSWoodboats- http://www.upnorthdave.com
Row trolling guide Dave Schnell is one of the
premier wood boat restoration specialists.
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