The walleye files Podcast

What makes a fly-in fishing trip unforgettable? In this episode of The Walleye Files, Brandon sits down with Thunderhook Fly-ins guides Riley and Aaren to pull back the curtain on life at camp. From trophy walleye and northern pike to the day-to-day experiences on the water Thunderhook is a must-see destination for anglers to return too year after year!
 
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Thunderhook Fly-ins
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Crown Trophy
Striker Brands
Vanderkooi Tree Service
Walleye Nation Creations
Wave Pro
Bellevue Spice co

This week's episode of The Walleye Files features a tackle talk with Mitch Daun about the versatility of using a simple night crawler. Brandon and Mitch talk rigging, bait care, presentation, speed, and much more to help you catch more fish on your next trip on the water!
Presented by:
Thunderhook Fly Ins
Vanderkooi Tree Service
Image 360 inc
Crown Trophy
Wave Pro
Walleye Nation Creations
Striker Brands
Bellevue Spice Co

This episode of The Walleye Files: Un-Hooked we step away from the tournament scene for a few days to enjoy what matters most. Making memories with family and friends! First Brandon teams up with his wife Nicole and then his best friend Kyle as they chase big Green Bay walleyes. No pressure, no weigh ins- just good company!
Presented by:
Thunderhook Fly-Ins
Striker Brands
Vanderkooi Tree Service
Image 360 inc
Crown Trophy
Walleye Nation Creations
Bellevue Spice co
Wavepro LLC

The National Walleye Tour heads to legendary Bay De Noc and there's no better person to help break it down than freshwater fishing hall of famer Jason Przekurat! In this episode of The Walleye Files, Jason and Brandon share their thoughts on seasonal patterns and key factors that could decide this event.
 
Presented by:
Thunderhook Fly-ins
Image 360 inc
Vanderkooi Tree Service
Crown Trophy
Wavepro LLC
Walleye Nation Creations
Striker Bellevue Spice Co

Fresh off back to back top 5 finishes to start the NWT season, Gage Gordon joins The Walleye Files to discuss the work ethic, drive, and mind set that has fueled his success. We break down his start to the season, his approach to tournament fishing, and why he's never been afraid to put in the work to chase his goals!
 
Presented by:
Image 360 inc
Crown Trophy
Striker Brands
Thunderhook Fly-Ins
Wave Pro LLC
Walleye Nation Creations
Bellevue Spice Co
Vanderkooi Tree Service

The First Episode of The Walleye Files: Between the Tanks is here! We kick things off for stop #1 of the National Walleye Tour season on mighty Lake Erie with big wind and waves. From the highs of finding fish to the pressure of making the right decisions when it counts, this is an inside look at what tournament fishing really feels like.
Presented by:
Striker Brands
Thunderhook Fly-Ins
Vanderkooi Tree Service
Image 360 inc
Crown Trophy
Wave Pro LLC
Walleye Nation Creations
Bellevue Spice Co

This week on The Walleye Files, rising walleye standout Beau Schilling joins the show! We talk tournament mind set, consistency, Lake Oahe, breaking down water, guiding, gear, and more of what it takes to compete at a high level in todays game!
 
Presented by:
Thunderhook Fly-Ins
Striker Brands
Image 360 inc
Crown Trophy
Walleye Nation Creations
Wave Pro LLC
Vanderkooi Tree Service
Bellevue Spice Co

This episode of The Walleye Files Un-Hooked features the first stop of the Sheboygan Walleye Club for Brandon and Nicole as well as some time fun fishing chasing big Green Bay Walleyes!
 
Presented by: Thunderhook Fly Ins
Vanderkooi Tree Service
Image 360 inc
Crown Trophy
Walleye Nation Creations
Striker Brands
Wave Pro LLC
Bellevue Spice Co

Stop 2 of the National Walleye Tour is here, and all eyes turn to the massive waters of Lake Oahe. Brandon sits down with local pro Drew Schutz and they break down what to expect in Mobridge—from current conditions and fish movements to key patterns, strategy, and what it’ll take to cash a check. Plus, our picks, predictions, and anglers to watch heading into one of the biggest challenges of the season!
Presented by:
Striker
Thunderhook Fly-Ins
WavePro
Bellevue Spice Company
Vanderkooi Tree
Image 360, Inc.
Crown Trophy #39
Walleye Nation Creations

In this episode of The Walleye Files, I break down how my boat is rigged to handle heavy waves- dialing in the jack plate, graph mounts, maximizing protection with windshields, and leaning on WavePro LLC seat pedestals to keep me stable and fish longer when it gets rough.
Presented by:
Thunderhook Fly-Ins
Striker Brands
Image 360 inc
Crown Trophy
Walleye Nation Creations
Bellevue Spice Co
Wave Pro LLC
Vanderkooi Tree Service