Ron Strauss (The Gator Guy)

This author has written 28 articles
September 17, 2026

Finding the Best Lakes & Rivers for Kayak Fishing in Minnesota

Minnesota has over 10,000 lakes, and many rivers, that’s a lot of fishing spots to figure out! You’ve got time to go fish…but where and what to use for bait? It’s an important question and weighs heavy on how successful…

September 16, 2026

Sturgeon Kayak Fishing in Minnesota | Dinos on Deck

By Eric Scrivner Hooking into a sturgeon from a kayak is a ridiculously fun experience, and we have some of the best lake sturgeon fisheries in the country here in Minnesota with the Rainy River and the St. Croix River…

September 5, 2026

Walleye Kayak Fishing in Minnesota: The Complete Guide

Walleye Kayak Fishing in Minnesota: The Complete Guide Minnesota may be known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes, but one fish stands above the rest: the walleye. These prized gamefish are famous for their marble-like eyes, sharp teeth and excellent…

August 24, 2026

Ultimate Guide to Musky Kayak Fishing in Minnesota

Few freshwater fishing experiences compare to seeing a Minnesota Musky follow your lure to the kayak The fish appears from nowhere, tracks the bait through the final turn and strikes only a few feet from your seat. Catching a musky…

August 24, 2026

Minnesota Kayak Fishing by Species

Bass Minnesota’s largemouth and smallmouth bass offer exciting kayak fishing in lakes, rivers and weed-filled bays. Their aggressive strikes and hard fights make bass a favorite among kayak anglers.

August 19, 2026

Minnesota Kayak Fishing Tips for Beginners

Minnesota’s thousands of lakes, rivers and streams make it an incredible place to begin kayak fishing. It’s where I made my transition from fishing with my Dad and Brothers in a 14 foot aluminum boat, to an 18 foot fish…

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