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Fishful Thinker is a state of mind that besets those who think fishy thoughts. It‘s respect for the quarry, environment and peers, the sharing of knowledge, and the understanding of an angler‘s place in the grand scheme, however humbling that may be. We thrive in that mindset!
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Friday Jul 26, 2024
Going Vertical
Friday Jul 26, 2024
Friday Jul 26, 2024
Did you know that anglers catch more fish per hour on average fishing vertically than horizontally? Host Chad LaChance is a fan of vertical fishing and shares his thoughts.

Monday Jul 22, 2024
Mid Summer Pause...
Monday Jul 22, 2024
Monday Jul 22, 2024
It's a very busy time of year for anglers everywhere, especially those in the fishing business. Host Chad LaChance has been "in the biz" for 20 years and shares his thoughts- and lessons - from a mid-summer pause in the action.

Friday Jul 12, 2024
ICAST primer...fishing's biggest week.
Friday Jul 12, 2024
Friday Jul 12, 2024
ICAST is the largest trade show in the fishing business and it's only open toe members of the media, manufacturer's, retailers and others in the fishing industry. It's closed to the public so host Chad LaChance gives you a behind the scenes peak of what working the ICAST show looks like.

Friday Jul 05, 2024
Most Commonly Asked Questions...
Friday Jul 05, 2024
Friday Jul 05, 2024
In 20 years of fishing professionally, host Chad LaChance has heard a lot of questions and many of them are very common. He addresses the most commonlky asked ones in this podcast.

Friday Jun 28, 2024
Summer trout the easy way...
Friday Jun 28, 2024
Friday Jun 28, 2024
Summer trout season is in full swing and lot's of folks are targeting "stockers". Host Chad LaChance discusses some simple things that will ensure you can catch - and safely release - lots of trout.

Friday Jun 21, 2024
Fishing the Flood
Friday Jun 21, 2024
Friday Jun 21, 2024
Reservoirs look beautiful at flood stage and it can be great for the long term health of the fishery...bvut it can make anglers' days very frustrating. 20 years of guiding on a lake that flooded almost yearly taught host Chad LaChance how to deal with very high water, and he shares his thoughts in this podcast. If you enjoy, please like and subscribe wherever you listen!

Friday Jun 14, 2024
Fishing the Dog Days of Summer
Friday Jun 14, 2024
Friday Jun 14, 2024
Fishing's springtime party is over and the dog days of summer are looming. Fishing is getting trickier for all species and host Chad LaChance shares his thoughts on how to overcome the heat and crowds. Please subscribe while you're here! #sportsmanswarehouse

Friday Jun 07, 2024
Crankbaiting...The Details
Friday Jun 07, 2024
Friday Jun 07, 2024
Winding a crankbait seems simple enough but like mostr techniques, there are details and nuances that separate great crankers from average winders. Bass, walleye, white bass, trout and others respond well to crankbaits and host Chad LaChance shars his details for the efficient fish-catching lure. Please subscribe while you're here!

Friday May 31, 2024
Fly Fishing...for Bass!
Friday May 31, 2024
Friday May 31, 2024
Bass are America's most popular sportfish but not many anglers fly fish for them. Host Chad LaChance does and shares his thoughts on this fun way to catch spring bass. Please share and subscribe if you enjoy this podcast...it's a labor of love!

Friday May 24, 2024
Building Confidence in Your Angling
Friday May 24, 2024
Friday May 24, 2024
Host Chad LaChance believes in the power of confidence in all aspects of life and feels it's especially important in angling success. He discusses ways to build your own confidence initially, as well as repairing damaged confidence for more experienced anglers. Please like, share and subscribe while you're here!