Trip Day Information

A day out on the water!

 The day will start by meeting at the boat launch to go over some rules. We will get our life jackets on and pack up the boat. We will go over our weather conditions and decide the type of areas that we would like to fish. We will go over our maps and select our first spot. Once we arrive at our spot, we will anchor and setup our fishing poles. We will add our bobbers, weights and hooks. Then we will learn how to cast. When we get the first fish on the line, we will learn how to fight the fish using our drag while keeping our rod tip up. We will listen to some music, play some games and have a great time!

What to bring:

  • Sunscreen
  • Life vest - I have most sizes however it helps if you bring your own
  • Food and Drinks

Safety:

  • Life Jackets
  • Handling Hooks
  • Casting
  • Boat Safety

Learning:

  • How to Tie knots
  • Setup Slip Bobbers
  • Electronics
  • Casting
  • patience
  • Catch Photo and Release
  • Reading Maps
  • Checking depth
  • Respect for other fishermen and fisherwomen
  • Invasive Species
  • Recycling
  • Keeping our lakes clean

The Boat

18.5 foot Ranger Reata designed to fit up to 7 people. Bimini top for sunny or rainy days when needed. 150 HP Yamaha 4 Stroke engine. Hummingbird fish finders. Minkota trolling motor. 

The Fish House

Clam C890 Thermal Fish House. 11 feet in diameter. Room for 4 plus people to comfortably fish. Can add additional houses to accommodate larger groups. 

The Snow Dog machine to take you back and forth to the shoreline. Also, fun rides for the kids!

The Guide: Captain Jim

My name is Jim Newton. I have been involved with fishing my whole life and now I spend my days out on the water teaching kids and adults how to fish. I am the former owner of Jimmy's Bait and Tackle in Stillwater, MN and a US Coast Guard OUPV Certified Captain. Please join me out on the water!

"I can't say enough about the outstanding service I received from Captain Jim at Youth Fishing Guide MN. He went above and beyond to meet our needs and exceeded our expectations."

Oliver Hartman