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Specializing in multi-species angling on WI waters. Certified USCG Captain and commercially insured. Our focus is on education, having fun, and making memories.
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ut Wisconsin. Whether open water or ice, we run multi-species guide trips year round and offer guests the opportunity to target walleye, pike, panfish or bass on a variety of Southern Wisconsin waters, including the Lake Koshkonong system and Madison area chain of lakes. We also offer walleye specific trips on the Lake Winnebago system and Green Bay during the open water season. We strive to leave guests with an overall great fishing experience. Although our guides enjoy taking anyone out fishing, we are big on helping children, veterans, and first responders experience the outdoors. Please ask about discounts that are offered to all of these groups if calling to book a trip. When it comes to putting fish in the livewell, we are strong advocates for selective harvest. After quickly getting some great photos, we release all large female game fish unless they're mortally wounded during the catch. Practicing this is our way of helping protect resources so future generations of anglers can also enjoy them. For guests wanting to keep fish, we recommend one eater sized walleye, one pike, and up to 10 pan fish per person. If you have any questions regarding this topic, please feel free to call. We also do more than just fishing trips! Pike Pole Fishing also offers a variety of other services, including Humminbird sonar training, demo boat rides, group seminars, and charity support. For Humminbird sonar training, new or past owners can booking a training session that covers how to set up and dial in their sonar unit. This can be done on or off the water. For on-the-water training, guests can chose between a variety of waters located throughout Southern Wisconsin. For more information regarding other services mentioned above, please visit our website. Thanks for visiting and if you’re interested in booking a fishing trip or sonar training session, please visit www.pikepolefishing.com or call 6o8-290-3929.

05/11/2024

A friend, who doesn't fish that often, gave me a few used tackle boxes he had. They're in good shape and I knew exactly what to do with them. Two already found new homes with a couple of kiddos who don't have a lot, but there's one left up for grabs. It didn't seem right to give away an empty tackle box, so I spruced it up with some brand new items too.

If you have a kid (or know a kid) 15 years old or younger who loves fishing, but doesn't have much stuff, let me know. I'll put their name on a raffle ticket and draw a winner from a bucket this Saturday (November 9th, 2024).

To keep it private and somewhat discreet, please send the child's name to me though PRIVATE MESSENGER and NOT in the comments. Whomever sends the name will also be contacted through private messenger by me if that child's name is drawn as the winner.

***Entry is free, but only 1 entry per child please. Prefer the winner to pick up the tackle box in Edgerton, WI, but I may be able to drop off depending on location.

02/11/2024

Walleyes are biting, bucks are chasing, and as a big guy myself, these temps are "fat guy" approved.

Gotta love the Fall!

27/10/2024

If you're looking for something to do today, the Edgerton High School Fishing Team annual fundraiser is happening at the Conservation Club located at Racetrack Park in Edgerton, WI.

Funds raised are used to support team lodging during away events, equipment purchase/upkeep, bait, fuel, etc...

24/10/2024

My oldest son helping represent Eskimo Ice Fishing.

Eskimo has been a sponsor of Pike Pole Fishing for several years and we love their tents, augers, and winter clothing. These pics were shot last year despite having a short season due to poor ice conditions. Hopefully this ice season runs much longer!!!

You can check out Eskimo's new product line-up on their website and don't forget, several local bait shops carry Eskimo products. I know Bait Box on the Rock, It's A Keeper Bait & Tackle, and Dick Smith's Live Bait & Tackle are all Eskimo retailers, along with other local shops.

22/10/2024

What a day! Filmed an episode with Larry Smith Outdoors today discussing how to care for outdoor related emergencies when help isn't close by.

I'd like to specially thank:

- Ray Gehrig of Gehrig Farms

- Janesville Fire Department members, Lt. Adam Schmidt, Firefighter/Paramedic Luke Smith, Firefighter/Paramedic Jason Rux, Firefighter/Paramedic Nico Autenrieth, and Motor Pump Operator Justin Sullivan.

- Mercy Health staff members Joe Murray and Matt Picard

- MD-1 Doctors Chris Wistrom and Jen Gibson Chambers

- Mercy Health REACT Flight crew

All came together to create a great show that could potentially save lives.

Very honored to be part of an organization like this which is full of people willing to participate in such an important topic. Show will air in the upcoming weeks. 🤟

20/10/2024

Yep...Now go be more irresponsible at your local bait shop. 😁

19/10/2024

Brian at Bait Box on the Rock has deals going on this weekend. You can get a jump start on that Christmas list and also help support local business all at the same time...Seems like a win-win. 👇

06/10/2024

Beaver Dam's newest tip up 👇

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

This Beaver Dam Fight Cancer Tip-Up will be a limited run and all proceeds will be donated to help find a cure for breast cancer.

Design by: Brandon Dobbratz

Get yours here: https://www.acmetackle.com/collections/beaver-dam-tip-up/products/beaver-dam-fight-cancer-tip-up

29/09/2024

I'm a big fan of ACME Tackle spoons when chasing after monster pike. Being able to cast them, troll them, or jig them makes for an excellent universal lure that can adapt to different conditions and tactics. Definitely a must have in the tackle box.

27/09/2024

I captured this photo yesterday morning of Mr. Larry Zartman, who to me, is a Koshkonong legend.

I first met Larry many years ago at a boat launch...He was returning back in from a day of fishing with his grandson, Nick. They immediately caught my eye because the pair reminded me of all the special times my grandpa and I had on this lake. That summer, and several following summers, Nick and his grandpa Larry could often be seen traveling the waters of Kosh. I could only imagine how much fun Nick would have hanging with his grandpa on a lake that has brought much joy to people throughout its history.

Nick has grown into a young man now and is living a life of his own, but Larry can still be seen on a regular basis fishing the Might Kosh...No fancy equipment, no rush, no worries. He's just simply enjoying the time and knows he helped pass the cycle onto the next generation.

Love seeing you out there Mr. Zartman and I tip my hat to you sir. You're definitely one of the great ones.

21/09/2024

From little one to big ones, and everything in between, it's great to see different year classes of walleyes present on the Lake Koshkonong/Rock River system. Along with that, the system continues to have an abundant amount of forage present too, which are all are signs of a very healthy fishery!

We've had a banger year so far and the fall bite is yet to come.

17/09/2024

You know what I love about fishing in this stuff?

Nothing...I love nothing about it.

Good news though, this morning's lone client caught a bunch of species of fish, just not a ton of each species. Started off jigging for awhile and picked up a few, but the bite wasn't great so we switched to trolling. In a couple hours, we picked up a handful of walleyes, one bluegill, one big perch, one catfish, a few nice crappies, and several sheepshead which seemed to be our strong suit.

There's scattered areas were algae is thinner, but seems like a fitting description as of late. Some rain to help increase flow sure would be cool. Or even some strong wind just to help it from being stagnant. 🤞

13/09/2024

Started off a bit slow this morning with client's Mark and his son Collin, but after a quick switch in tatics, fishing got better. Ended up catching a mixed bag, including this 23" beauty. They were just out for a little fun and all fish went back to fight another day.

11/09/2024

We shall NEVER FORGET those who lost their lives on September 11th, 2001.

08/09/2024

4 year-old Michael joined us this morning, along with his brother, dad, and family friend...And guess what!!! He caught his first ever walleye, which was a Koshkonong tank measuring 26"!!

The fish hit just minutes before their trip ended, making for a storybook ending on what was a somewhat slower morning on the lake for walleyes.

Nice job little man. I know a lot of anglers that would be extremely proud of a walleye like that, and the fact it's your first one makes it even more awesome.

* Mrs. Walleye was released to fight another day.

30/08/2024

Took my three boys out one more time before they start school next week and watched them put a smack down on some bluegills. Sure wish I could slow down time to enjoy more moments like this, but it's cool to watch how far they've come and see their skills developing. Pretty proud of them.

Hope all you other parents had a great summer with your kids!

22/08/2024

I was contacted by a marketing agency and asked to take a special guest out fishing, along with giving them a tour of Lake Koshkonong.

Maddie is a writer for Midwest Living, along with several other media publications. She's currently doing a piece on the Lake Koshkonong area and all it has to offer for tourism.

This morning we fish for few hours and put a handful of walleyes in the boat...along with a some sheepshead of course. This also happened to be Maddie's first time catching walleyes and she did great. Slower tactics like I mentioned yesterday was definitely key.

While we were out, we discussed the fishery, along with the vast history of the lake itself and where things stand today. After fishing for a bit, we did a scenic boat ride around the lake, while pointing out specific landmarks, marinas, campgrounds, recreational activity areas, restaurants, supper clubs, etc...

It was a perfect morning to be out for something like this. Look forward to seeing her article.

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A lot of our clients ask about places to eat while they're visiting this area and I have a list of great local businesses to recommend. That list grew a bit recently with the addition of Mr Fry, which is located near Lake Koshkonong in Newville WI. Check out this short video and give these guys some love. Whether your traveling through or a local living here, you won't be disappointed with their food!

Caught a lot of big fish over the years, but today this one set a new record for biggest fish we've gotten on Lake Koshkonong. We got this 46" Musky on 10 lbs mono line while fishing for walleyes. Took about 15 minutes to land with drag adjustments being made often. The net I have on board is quite large, but still wasn't big enough for this fish, so I had to use a lift and flip maneuver to get the fish on board. As soon as the fish was onboard, the lure popped out of its bottom lip because the hook bent almost straight....It was one head shake away from getting free. I quickly put the Musky in the livewell to recover and afterwards, got a picture with the client before releasing it back into Mighty Lake Koshkonong for someone else to experience. The blood drops on my foot and on the boat gunnel are from my hand, which I somehow cut while moving things around. The Musky appeared completely uninjured and took off out of my hands before I could lower it into the water. It was the client's first ever Musky and they also caught several walleyes as well. Definitely a day of lasting memories! **Please note that there is still quite a bit of debris in the water from flood conditions. Use extra caution, especially in windy weather where waves can hide dangers**

Might be poor weather outside, but you can still swing by Dam Paradise to help support Edgerton High School Fishing Team today! We're hanging out here until 1pm, but the team will be here serving food until 6pm. Edgerton Fishing Team dam paradise indianford

I stopped by the Bark River Fry Hatchery today for an impromptu Q&A with Wisconsin DNR Fishery Technician, Mark Baldock. Thought it may help shine light onto some things many people may be unfamiliar with. Over the years, it's been a fun and eye opening experience learning more about the science of fisheries from Fish Biologists and Fishery Technicians like Mark. Here's a behind the scenes look at all the work happening right now...and it's impressive. Nice work to the DNR team out here getting it done! Side note, fishing is hot and the Rock River is still No Wake due to high water. Be safe! - Capt Adam W 🤘

Kind of diggin' this face swap app. Not saying this happened, but I'm not saying it didn't happen either. 😬😬😄

Upper Rock River (February 3rd, 2024)

With this warm weather, several people have been asking about access points on Lake Koshkonong. I buzzed around to North Shore, Vinnie Ha Ha, and Dallmans this morning to give an update. Please note the weather is forecasted to be above freezing for the next two weeks...and some overnight temps as well. Things will likely change quite a bit over this time so be extra careful!!

Quick tip when traveling on the ice. Thanks to good friend Jim, from Furley Outdoors, for filming.

Ice Report - January 16th, 2024 Things are looking good on area lakes...What a difference a Polar Vortex can make! Check out our latest video on ice conditions, along with a little bonus surprise we threw in. Stay safe! ✌️ --------------- UPDATE: WINNER OF THE ICE PICKS HAS BEEN SELECTED. Congrats to Pauline Greg Hulstein and Zach Hulstein, who she tagged.

Ice conditions as of this morning (January 10th, 2024). Stops at Sweet/Rice Lake, Koshkonong North Shore, and Koshkonong Dallmans Landing. Ice development chart included at the end of the video. Stay safe.✌️

Ice Report update and info on the Wisconsin Ice Fishing Expo coming up this weekend. I'll be doing a few seminars at the Expo and handing out some freebies as well thanks to our great sponsors. Check it out 👇 and I hope to see you in Oshkosh. Wisconsin Ice Fishing Expo ACME Tackle Company Eskimo Ice Fishing Gear Beaver Dam Ice Fishing

Jim Furley and I headed down to Janesville and visited It's a Keeper Bait & Tackle to see what they have to offer this holiday season. Owners, Shawn and Marci, had a great selection, along with these special items showcased in the video. You can find the perfect gift for outdoor people in your life and help support local businesses all in one stop. Don't forget, gift cards are available too! Check out the video. 👇

We're showcasing a few area buisnesses prior to the holidays and tossing out some gift ideas for the outdoor enthusiast in your life. For our first stop, Jim Furley and I swung by the Bait Box on the Rock and Brian showed us a few unique items he carries that would make great presents. Shelves are stocked with tons of other gear and gift cards are available too. Check out the video and please give local businesses some love this season!

Perch stocking into the Rock River/Lake Koshkonong system(April 25th)

ICE REPORT JANUARY 19TH, 2023. Here are the conditions of area lakes and landings after the latest warming trend and rain. This is for informational purposes only. Use your own judgment and please check conditions yourself if planning to head out on to the ice. Video Includes: - Gibbs Lake - Clear Lake - Lake Koshkonong (Dallmans Landing) - Lake Koshkonong (Vinnie Ha Ha Landing) - Lake Koshkonong (Northshore Landing)

Need to generate more bites? His fish dance brought us more luck so maybe he's onto something. 🤷‍♂️😆

Ice Report December 20th, 2022. A little long, but we tried to cover useful information and show some danger areas. Report includes: - Storrs Lake (Rock County) - Clear Lake (Rock County) - Lake Koshkonong Dallmans Landing - Lake Koshkonong Vinnie Ha Ha Landing - Lake Koshkonong North Shore Landing - Lake Koshkonong Outpost (Norms) Landing - Sweet/Rice Lake (Jefferson County) *Always check conditions yourself before venturing out. This is just an informational post on current conditions. Be safe✌️

When the forecasts start to show low temps near freezing, this how I feel about it. #comeonicefishing #notsoonenough

Fishing fun.

Good news: Fish are biting. Both John and his son Matt boated several walleyes, whitebass, and a bonus pike just under 30". Bad News: We're paying the price. Pretty sure I have bugs in every orifice...🙄

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Although pike are one of the many fish species our guides target, our company name “Pike Pole” actually came from a tool used in both the fishing industry and in the fire service. Since Pike Pole Fishing owner, Captain Adam Walton, is also a firefighter, the company name seemed fitting. We are commercially insured and carry proper licensing required to guide both Federal and inland waters throughout Wisconsin. Whether open water or ice, we run multi-species guide trips year round and offer guests the opportunity to target walleye, pike, panfish or bass on a variety of Southern Wisconsin waters, including the Lake Koshkonong system and Madison area chain of lakes. We also offer walleye specific trips on the Lake Winnebago system and Green Bay during the open water season.

Our focus is on education, having fun, and making memories. We strive to leave guests with an overall great fishing experience. Although our guides enjoy taking anyone out fishing, we are big on helping children, veterans, and first responders experience the outdoors. Please ask about discounts that are offered to all of these groups if calling to book a trip.

We are also strong advocates for selective harvest. After quickly getting some great photos, we release all large female game fish unless they're mortally wounded during the catch. For guests wanting to keep fish, we recommend one eater sized walleye, one pike, and up to 10 pan fish per person. If you have any questions regarding this topic, please feel free to call.

Pike Pole Fishing also offers a variety of other services, including Humminbird sonar training, demo boat rides, group seminars, and charity support. For Humminbird sonar training, new or past owners can booking a training session that covers how to set up and dial in their sonar unit. This can be done on or off the water. For on-the-water training, guests can chose between a variety of waters located throughout Southern Wisconsin. For more information regarding other services mentioned above, please visit our website.