Mountain West Winter Fishing Updates

Spring Walleye Gear Dump

In this episode of Angling Wisdom, Patrick breaks down his complete spring walleye fishing setup. From proven soft plastics and jigs to spoons, jerkbaits, and Ned rigs, this episode covers the exact gear and techniques he uses to consistently catch fish during the spring season. Whether you’re fishing from shore or boat, you’ll walk away with actionable tips to improve your success. Gear Recommendations from this episode (affiliate links): Walleye Assassin [https://alnk.to/3cpGlQF] Power Minnow [https://alnk.to/hsz3NMp] Bonefish [https://alnk.to/dLl9cFf] Curly Bones [https://alnk.to/h6JxQbz] Rib Worm [https://alnk.to/flzY22p] Savage Gear Salamander [https://alnk.to/e7aFamR] Savage Gear Ned Jighead [https://alnk.to/aWH1vHf] X-Rap [https://alnk.to/8iXENtn] ZMan Plastics [https://alnk.to/fSkeYyZ] Ripple Shad [https://alnk.to/31uVn1u] 🐟 Angling Wisdom is brought to you by these awesome show partners: ⁠ [https://pklure.com] PK Lures⁠ [https://pklure.com]: Use code "wisdom" for 20% off your order  [https://www.tbcustomrods.com] ⁠TB Custom Rods⁠ [https://www.tbcustomrods.com]  [https://alnk.to/gp1X5BI] Disclaimer: Purchases made using affiliate links may earn a small commission for Angling Wisdom at no additional cost to the purchaser.  🎣 Angling Wisdom Affiliate Partners:  [https://alnk.to/6mQLb7c] ⁠Abu Garcia ⁠ [https://alnk.to/6mQLb7c] Striker Brands⁠ [https://alnk.to/gzWI4rl] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/880kZi7] Berkley Fishing⁠ [https://alnk.to/880kZi7]  [https://alnk.to/gp1X5BI] ⁠Kifaru⁠ [https://alnk.to/gp1X5BI] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/8tPQWT9] AFTCO⁠ [https://alnk.to/8tPQWT9] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/aLJHHqf] Pflueger Reels⁠ [https://alnk.to/aLJHHqf] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/3U29rEP] Big Bite Baits⁠ [https://alnk.to/3U29rEP] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/9IffRrv] Fish USA⁠ [https://alnk.to/9IffRrv] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/ei2XmFy] Okuma⁠ [https://alnk.to/ei2XmFy] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/b7zjI0q] Darn Tough⁠ [https://alnk.to/b7zjI0q] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/4qMwr2k] Camp Chef⁠ [https://alnk.to/4qMwr2k] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/e78cnW4] Infinite Outdoors⁠ [https://alnk.to/e78cnW4] Fenwick [https://alnk.to/faD5jqr]  Fish USA  [https://alnk.to/6mRcgEl] Pure Fishing [https://alnk.to/aWETLSv] Stay Connected: Subscribe to my YouTube channel: ⁠www.youtube.com/@anglingwisdom?subscribe [http://www.youtube.com/@anglingwisdom?subscribe]⁠ Subscribe to Angling Wisdom on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.  Visit ⁠https://anglingwisdom.com⁠ [https://anglingwisdom.com] for more tips, tricks, and fishing content. ⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/anglingwisdom/] Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/anglingwisdom/] ⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/anglingwisdom] Facebook⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/anglingwisdom]

Top 5 Shocking Facts About Walleyes

In this episode of the Angling Wisdom Podcast, Patrick discusses five interesting facts about walleye that many anglers may not know. He covers spawning numbers, survival rates of eggs, what walleye prefer to eat, some of the best places in the western United States to catch trophy fish, and how the walleye’s lateral line helps them locate prey even in muddy water. If you’re passionate about walleye fishing or want to understand the species better, this episode offers helpful insights and practical knowledge for anglers across the West. 🐟 Angling Wisdom is brought to you by these awesome show partners: ⁠ [https://pklure.com] PK Lures⁠ [https://pklure.com]: Use code "wisdom" for 20% off your order  [https://www.tbcustomrods.com] ⁠TB Custom Rods⁠ [https://www.tbcustomrods.com]  [https://alnk.to/gp1X5BI] Disclaimer: Purchases made using affiliate links may earn a small commission for Angling Wisdom at no additional cost to the purchaser.  🎣 Angling Wisdom Affiliate Partners:  [https://alnk.to/6mQLb7c] ⁠Abu Garcia ⁠ [https://alnk.to/6mQLb7c] Striker Brands⁠ [https://alnk.to/gzWI4rl] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/880kZi7] Berkley Fishing⁠ [https://alnk.to/880kZi7]  [https://alnk.to/gp1X5BI] ⁠Kifaru⁠ [https://alnk.to/gp1X5BI] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/8tPQWT9] AFTCO⁠ [https://alnk.to/8tPQWT9] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/aLJHHqf] Pflueger Reels⁠ [https://alnk.to/aLJHHqf] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/3U29rEP] Big Bite Baits⁠ [https://alnk.to/3U29rEP] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/9IffRrv] Fish USA⁠ [https://alnk.to/9IffRrv] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/ei2XmFy] Okuma⁠ [https://alnk.to/ei2XmFy] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/b7zjI0q] Darn Tough⁠ [https://alnk.to/b7zjI0q] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/4qMwr2k] Camp Chef⁠ [https://alnk.to/4qMwr2k] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/e78cnW4] Infinite Outdoors⁠ [https://alnk.to/e78cnW4] Fenwick [https://alnk.to/faD5jqr]  Fish USA  [https://alnk.to/6mRcgEl] Pure Fishing [https://alnk.to/aWETLSv] Stay Connected: Subscribe to my YouTube channel: ⁠www.youtube.com/@anglingwisdom?subscribe [http://www.youtube.com/@anglingwisdom?subscribe]⁠ Subscribe to Angling Wisdom on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.  Visit ⁠https://anglingwisdom.com⁠ [https://anglingwisdom.com] for more tips, tricks, and fishing content. ⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/anglingwisdom/] Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/anglingwisdom/] ⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/anglingwisdom] Facebook⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/anglingwisdom]

Spring Fishing Trifecta! Rough Fish, Trout and Walleye/Sauger

Spring offers some of the best multi-species fishing of the year, and in this episode of Angling Wisdom, Patrick Edwards breaks down his Spring Trifecta — carp and suckers, trout, and pre-spawn walleye and sauger. Learn where fish stage after ice-out, how warming water affects their behavior, and which baits and techniques produce consistent results from shore or boat. This episode is packed with practical, real-world tactics to help you make the most of spring fishing season. Spring fishing doesn’t have to mean targeting just one species. In this episode of Angling Wisdom, Patrick Edwards breaks down the Spring Trifecta — three groups of fish that offer some of the best opportunities of the season. Patrick covers where to find fish after ice-out, how warming water and spawning behavior influence location, and which presentations work best from shore or boat. Rather than focusing on a single species, this episode is about matching your approach to the season. Patrick shares when to slow things down with bottom rigs and bait, when to switch to moving presentations, and how changing water temperatures and light conditions influence fish behavior. The result is a flexible game plan that works whether you’re fishing from shore or a boat, bringing kids along, or chasing a short spring window before the spawn.⏱️ Timestamps0:00 – Welcome & What the Spring Trifecta Is1:22 – Group #1: Carp & Suckers (Pickerel rigs, worms, family-friendly fishing)5:11 – Group #2: Spring Trout (Reservoirs, rivers, and lure choices)7:43 – Group #3: Walleye & Sauger (Ice-out locations, low light tactics)10:01 – Suspended jerkbaits, snap jigging & spoon techniques12:10 – Putting the Spring Trifecta together & final tips✅ Gear & Tackle Mentioned in This Episode: (affiliate links) Pickerel rig with slip sinker https://alnk.to/9IffRrv Suspending Jerk Baits: Dynamic J-Spec, Rapala X-Rap https://alnk.to/9IffRrv Spoons & Jigging Lures: PK Spoon, PK Flutterfish https://pklure.com Spinners: Panther Martin, Rooster Tails https://alnk.to/9IffRrv Soft plastics: Paddle tails, Curly tails https://alnk.to/9IffRrv Monofilament line for snap jigging https://alnk.to/880kZi7 🐟 Angling Wisdom is brought to you by these awesome show partners: ⁠ [https://pklure.com] PK Lures⁠ [https://pklure.com]: Use code "wisdom" for 20% off your order  [https://www.tbcustomrods.com] ⁠TB Custom Rods⁠ [https://www.tbcustomrods.com]  [https://alnk.to/gp1X5BI] Disclaimer: Purchases made using affiliate links may earn a small commission for Angling Wisdom at no additional cost to the purchaser.  🎣 Angling Wisdom Affiliate Partners:  [https://alnk.to/6mQLb7c] ⁠Abu Garcia ⁠ [https://alnk.to/6mQLb7c] Striker Brands⁠ [https://alnk.to/gzWI4rl] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/880kZi7] Berkley Fishing⁠ [https://alnk.to/880kZi7]  [https://alnk.to/gp1X5BI] ⁠Kifaru⁠ [https://alnk.to/gp1X5BI] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/8tPQWT9] AFTCO⁠ [https://alnk.to/8tPQWT9] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/aLJHHqf] Pflueger Reels⁠ [https://alnk.to/aLJHHqf] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/3U29rEP] Big Bite Baits⁠ [https://alnk.to/3U29rEP] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/9IffRrv] Fish USA⁠ [https://alnk.to/9IffRrv] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/ei2XmFy] Okuma⁠ [https://alnk.to/ei2XmFy] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/b7zjI0q] Darn Tough⁠ [https://alnk.to/b7zjI0q] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/4qMwr2k] Camp Chef⁠ [https://alnk.to/4qMwr2k] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/e78cnW4] Infinite Outdoors⁠ [https://alnk.to/e78cnW4] Fenwick [https://alnk.to/faD5jqr]  Fish USA  [https://alnk.to/6mRcgEl] Pure Fishing [https://alnk.to/aWETLSv] Stay Connected: Subscribe to my YouTube channel: ⁠www.youtube.com/@anglingwisdom?subscribe [http://www.youtube.com/@anglingwisdom?subscribe]⁠ Subscribe to Angling Wisdom on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.  Visit ⁠https://anglingwisdom.com⁠ [https://anglingwisdom.com] for more tips, tricks, and fishing content. ⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/anglingwisdom/] Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/anglingwisdom/] ⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/anglingwisdom] Facebook⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/anglingwisdom]

Pre-Spawn Walleye Tactics and Tips

Pre-spawn is prime time for walleye fishing, and understanding their behavior can make all the difference. In this episode of Angling Wisdom, Patrick Edwards walks through where to find pre-spawn walleye, what drives their movements, and how changing light levels, water temperature, and bait size affect success. You’ll also hear practical advice on presentation, selective harvest, and conservation, along with expert insights from Hall of Fame angler Tim Geni. No matter where you're fishing, this episode will help you approach pre-spawn season with confidence and purpose. Gear Recommendations (affiliate links): VMC Mooneye Jig [https://alnk.to/cm0VSfa]: Patrick’s primary jig choice for pre-spawn walleye. The oversized eyes are noted for added attraction, and heavier weights are recommended when fish are holding deeper or when maintaining bottom contact is critical. Walleye Assassin Paddle Tails [https://amzn.to/4tQIUqG]: Used for their larger, meatier profile during pre-spawn when walleye are feeding more heavily.Color mentioned: Chicken on a Chain. Berkley Ripple Shad [https://alnk.to/eZKiAv3]:Mentioned as a smaller-profile alternative for situations where a more subtle presentation is needed. Berkley PowerBait Rib Worms [https://alnk.to/4qOPJBy]:A slower presentation option when the bite is tougher. Worked along the bottom on a jig head.Color mentioned: Firecracker Chartreuse.Can be tipped with a piece of nightcrawler if desired. Berkley Power Minnows: [https://alnk.to/3cpwRSi]Used for a slightly faster, twitch-style presentation.Size mentioned: 3-inchColor mentioned: Pink 🐟 Angling Wisdom is brought to you by these awesome show partners: ⁠ [https://pklure.com] PK Lures⁠ [https://pklure.com]: Use code "wisdom" for 20% off your order  [https://www.tbcustomrods.com] ⁠TB Custom Rods⁠ [https://www.tbcustomrods.com]  [https://alnk.to/gp1X5BI] Disclaimer: Purchases made using affiliate links may earn a small commission for Angling Wisdom at no additional cost to the purchaser.  🎣 Angling Wisdom Affiliate Partners:  [https://alnk.to/6mQLb7c] ⁠Abu Garcia ⁠ [https://alnk.to/6mQLb7c] Striker Brands⁠ [https://alnk.to/gzWI4rl] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/880kZi7] Berkley Fishing⁠ [https://alnk.to/880kZi7]  [https://alnk.to/gp1X5BI] ⁠Kifaru⁠ [https://alnk.to/gp1X5BI] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/8tPQWT9] AFTCO⁠ [https://alnk.to/8tPQWT9] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/aLJHHqf] Pflueger Reels⁠ [https://alnk.to/aLJHHqf] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/3U29rEP] Big Bite Baits⁠ [https://alnk.to/3U29rEP] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/9IffRrv] Fish USA⁠ [https://alnk.to/9IffRrv] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/ei2XmFy] Okuma⁠ [https://alnk.to/ei2XmFy] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/b7zjI0q] Darn Tough⁠ [https://alnk.to/b7zjI0q] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/4qMwr2k] Camp Chef⁠ [https://alnk.to/4qMwr2k] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/e78cnW4] Infinite Outdoors⁠ [https://alnk.to/e78cnW4] Fenwick [https://alnk.to/faD5jqr]  Fish USA  [https://alnk.to/6mRcgEl] Pure Fishing [https://alnk.to/aWETLSv] Stay Connected: Subscribe to my YouTube channel [www.youtube.com/@anglingwisdom?subscribe] Subscribe to Angling Wisdom on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.  Visit ⁠https://anglingwisdom.com⁠ [https://anglingwisdom.com] for more tips, tricks, and fishing content. ⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/anglingwisdom/] Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/anglingwisdom/] ⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/anglingwisdom] Facebook⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/anglingwisdom]

Mountain West Winter Fishing Updates

In this episode of the Angling Wisdom Podcast, I cover recent Mountain West fishing headlines, including two Idaho state record trout catches and what an unusually warm winter could mean for snowpack, reservoir levels, and fishing conditions across Wyoming and the surrounding region. We also talk early open water opportunities and what low water years can mean for walleye and multispecies anglers. Until next time, I'll see you on the water. 🐟 Angling Wisdom is brought to you by these awesome show partners: ⁠ [https://pklure.com] PK Lures⁠ [https://pklure.com]: Use code "wisdom" for 20% off your order  [https://www.tbcustomrods.com] ⁠TB Custom Rods⁠ [https://www.tbcustomrods.com]  [https://alnk.to/gp1X5BI] Disclaimer: Purchases made using affiliate links may earn a small commission for Angling Wisdom at no additional cost to the purchaser.  🎣 Angling Wisdom Affiliate Partners:  [https://alnk.to/6mQLb7c] ⁠Abu Garcia ⁠ [https://alnk.to/6mQLb7c] Striker Brands⁠ [https://alnk.to/gzWI4rl] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/880kZi7] Berkley Fishing⁠ [https://alnk.to/880kZi7]  [https://alnk.to/gp1X5BI] ⁠Kifaru⁠ [https://alnk.to/gp1X5BI] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/8tPQWT9] AFTCO⁠ [https://alnk.to/8tPQWT9] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/aLJHHqf] Pflueger Reels⁠ [https://alnk.to/aLJHHqf] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/3U29rEP] Big Bite Baits⁠ [https://alnk.to/3U29rEP] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/9IffRrv] Fish USA⁠ [https://alnk.to/9IffRrv] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/ei2XmFy] Okuma⁠ [https://alnk.to/ei2XmFy] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/b7zjI0q] Darn Tough⁠ [https://alnk.to/b7zjI0q] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/4qMwr2k] Camp Chef⁠ [https://alnk.to/4qMwr2k] ⁠ [https://alnk.to/e78cnW4] Infinite Outdoors⁠ [https://alnk.to/e78cnW4] Fenwick [https://alnk.to/faD5jqr]  Fish USA  [https://alnk.to/6mRcgEl] Pure Fishing [https://alnk.to/aWETLSv] Stay Connected: Subscribe to my YouTube channel: ⁠www.youtube.com/@anglingwisdom?subscribe [http://www.youtube.com/@anglingwisdom?subscribe]⁠ Subscribe to Angling Wisdom on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.  Visit ⁠https://anglingwisdom.com⁠ [https://anglingwisdom.com] for more tips, tricks, and fishing content. ⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/anglingwisdom/] Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/anglingwisdom/] ⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/anglingwisdom] Facebook⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/anglingwisdom]