In this episode, Andrew and Jesse highlight exciting new baits they are looking forward to using in 2025 and the impact of barometric pressure on fishing. They talk with Wes from Wambaits about his popular baits and what he plans to bring to the upcoming Cancast fishing show. Kyle Carruthers later jumps on to share the excitement and plans for this upcoming show. Mentioned in Episode: VMC Inline Single Hooks: https://ezokofishing.com/products/vmc-7237-iinline-single-1x Mepps Aglia Spinner: https...
Mar 02, 2025•1 hr 30 min•Season 3Ep. 5
In this episode, Jesse and Andrew dive into the world of steelhead fishing with expert Ontario fishing guide Matt Martin of Smooth River Guiding. They explore the challenges and rewards of targeting steelhead, discussing essential gear, presentation techniques, and how to read water conditions. Matt shares valuable tips for beginners and avid anglers alike and touches on the importance of ethical fishing practices, and insights on guided fishing experiences. Find Matt Martin : Website: https://w...
Feb 16, 2025•1 hr 28 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Join Andrew, along with special guest Len Talarico, for a reel-deal episode packed with fishing tips, culinary insights, and fascinating stories. Jesse dives into the terrifying details of the Great Storm of 1913 and Andrew and Len unravel the mystery of Y-bones in pike, and discuss why bleeding fish can elevate their flavour. Len shares expert advice on filleting techniques, patience in preparation, and turning your catch into gourmet delights like ceviche and gravlax. Whether you're a fishing ...
Feb 02, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Season 3Ep. 3
In this exciting episode Jesse and Andrew are joined by Thatcher from Drop Tine Tackle to dive deep into the world of ice fishing for lake trout and crappie. Thatcher shares his journey as an angler and guide, offering insights into the art of creating effective fishing lures. This episode is full of practical tips, gear recommendations, and a lighthearted discussion on the joys and challenges of the sport. The episode also features an awesome giveaway! Jesse also sneaks in a few musky related c...
Jan 19, 2025•1 hr 25 min•Season 3Ep. 2
In this episode Andrew and Jesse sit down with Donny Crowder from Hotbox Huts to dive into the world of ice fishing on Lake Simcoe. Donny shares his expertise on understanding ice conditions, ice safety and staying prepared on the ice. The boys take out their notepads as Donny divulges practical tips on targeting perch and pike, including bait and location strategies. This episode is packed with fishing stories, answers to listener questions and an amazing giveaway! Hot Box Huts is based on the ...
Jan 05, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Celebrate the best of 2024 with this special episode of the Average Ontario Anglers Fishing Podcast! Andrew and Jesse take you on a hilarious and insightful journey through the year’s most memorable moments. Support the show We appreciate your support in making this one of Canada's favourite fishing podcasts! This show is ad free for your listening pleasure, but if you feel inclined to help us cover some of the cost incurred in producing this show please click the support show link 👆Thanks! To ...
Dec 29, 2024•58 min•Season 2Ep. 52
In this 2024 recap episode, Jesse and Andrew take a nostalgic look back at the past year of their fishing adventures. They reflect on the growth of their podcast, some listener statistics and the challenges of being podcasters. They cover how the podcast will change in 2025. Andrew dives into some unique fish species and their fascinating adaptations to explore the concept of fishing superpowers debating which they would choose for themselves. Looking ahead to the next year, they tease of some e...
Dec 22, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 51
In this episode Jesse and Andrew explore the icy waters of cold-weather fishing. Learn how to stay warm and safe with tips on essential gear like float suits, thermal huts, heaters, and ice picks. The duo shares their own frosty fishing tales, blending practical advice with plenty of laughs. Jesse talks of his December musky fishing adventure with Travis from Kawartha Fishing Charters and how they tricked some cold water sluggish beasts. Mentioned in Episode: Kawartha Fishing Charters: https://w...
Dec 15, 2024•56 min•Season 2Ep. 50
In this episode, Andrew and Jesse plunge into the icy depths of Great Lakes lore, uncovering how oxygen levels can make or break your ice fishing trip, and how to adapt for success. They also meet the mythical guardians of the lakes, from Mishipeshu's watery watch over Ontarios waters to the Melon Heads lurking near Lake Michigan. Listener reviews, fishing tips, and plenty of laughs make this a reel-y great episode you won’t want to miss! Support the show We appreciate your support in making thi...
Dec 08, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 49
In this episode Andrew and Jesse reflect on the challenges anglers face as the colder weather settles in and review their favourite lures from the past year, sharing stories of success and lessons learned on the water. 1. Z Man Evo Chatterbait - https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=evo+chatterbait&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8 2. Duo Realis Jerkbait - https://duo-international.com/products/realis-jerkbait-110sp/ 3. Evergreen XV5 Jerkbait - https://evergreenbaits.com/products/...
Dec 01, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 48
Join Jesse and Andrew as they share their thrilling muskie fishing adventure at Lake St. Clair, including the excitement of catching a 50-inch muskie! Learn about the lake's ecosystem, essential techniques, and how preparation and teamwork lead to success. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just curious, this episode is a reminder that fishing is about more than the catch—it's about creating lasting memories and connections. Watch Andrews Catch: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/NgiH77F1pvM Make s...
Nov 24, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 47
In this episode Jesse and Andrew tackle fall fishing essentials, sharing insights on cold-weather jerkbait techniques, pike targeting strategies, and seasonal modifications that can boost your success. They discuss slowing down your presentation, using fewer hooks for easier unhooking, and why confidence in your gear is a game-changer. The duo also explores multi-species bait versatility, favourite Canadian content creators and a recent successful musky fishing trip. This weeks giveaway was prov...
Nov 17, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Ever wondered how a brewery could unlock the secrets of the enigmatic American eel? Join us as Andrew, fresh from a musky trip with howling coyotes, recounts a fascinating tale of these elusive creatures, whose life cycles are a scientific marvel. Learn about the remarkable historical contributions of researchers backed by an unexpected ally – a brewery – in unraveling these aquatic puzzles. We tackle the common bad fishing habits that could be holding you back, from lure fixation to improper kn...
Nov 10, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Join Jesse and Andrew on a back lake fishing adventure deep in the vast Ontario wilderness. Joined by avid outdoorsman Norm, they go in depth on strategies and tactics they use to have the most success possible on small lakes off the beaten path. Norm talks of the bald eagle and how it possible is a better angler the Jesse and Andrew. Watch our YouTube video of our back country trip! https://youtu.be/Ztrw5Qw-2qE?si=k4zhTGsirtRTwYji Support the show We appreciate your support in making this one o...
Nov 03, 2024•58 min•Season 2Ep. 44
Fishing in the Canadian wilderness has its dangers and this week Jesse and Andrew talk about three terrifying creatures that have dark reputations that you could encounter while fishing. They add tips and tricks to avoid imminent doom so that you can fish another day. Andrew talks of the life cycle of ticks and how you can avoid these little devils. Support the show We appreciate your support in making this one of Canada's favourite fishing podcasts! This show is ad free for your listening pleas...
Oct 27, 2024•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 43
In this episode, Andrew and Jesse discuss the excitement of fall fishing, focusing on shore fishing techniques for various species. Jesse talks about the countdown method to find fish at unknown depths. Special thanks to Oni Tackle for sponsoring this episodes giveaway! Please check out the website and social media account! Oni Tackle is a local Ontario online shop that sells all kinds of goodies for the avid fishing nerd! Website: https://www.onitackle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/...
Oct 20, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 42
In this episode Jesse and Andrew explore the hopefully not too relatable theme of fishing friend fails and how to avoid these friendship breaking flaws. Andrew opens the show with cringe worthy Gen Z slang then shifts to an interesting fishing fact about leeches. They both discuss their excitement over some new lures for trolling they picked up at Sail Outdoors and their plans to use them to catch a giant or two this fall. Mentioned Musky Lures: Drifter Tackle Believer: https://www.sail.ca/en/dr...
Oct 13, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 41
(Part 2 of 2) In this episode, Jesse and Andrew continue their conversation about fall fishing techniques with Bobby Belmonte a local Kawartha Lakes fishing guide. While part 1 covered both smallmouth and largemouth bass, part 2 covers fall walleye and musky tips. Bobby talks location, techniques and his top baits to be successful as the temps drop. Find Bobby: Website: https://2bfishing.ca/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2b_fishing/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/2B-Fishing-Gui...
Oct 06, 2024•49 min•Season 2Ep. 40
(Part 1 of 2) In this episode, Jesse and Andrew welcome Bobby Belmonte, a fishing guide from the Kawartha Lakes area to discuss fall bass fishing strategies and techniques. Bobby shares his experiences as a guide, and shares his knowledge on various fall fishing techniques. He highlights the importance of adapting to seasonal changes to catch more largemouth and smallmouth bass. Bobby includes practical tips for gear selection and bait choices. Stay tuned for part 2 where Bobby discusses fall ti...
Sep 29, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Part 2 of the AOA in depth question and answer episode. Andrew and Jesse dive deep into their fishing gear obsessions, their favourite rod brands and top lure brands. They talk about scents and dyes—because who doesn't love smelling like fish and getting dye on everything?! The conversation then gets techy as they tackle the forward-facing sonar debate, with Andrew insisting it's not cheating... technically. They wrap things up by spilling their best excuses for ditching work to go fishing, shar...
Sep 22, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Season 2Ep. 38
In this two-part episode, Jesse highlights the diverse global audience of listeners tuning in from around the world. Andrew delves into the fascinating ways fish travel to various locations, exploring the role of animals and even seemingly improbable natural events. Together, they provide in-depth answers to questions from their Patreon members and Instagram followers, while sharing a few memorable fishing stories. Andrew and Jesse recount their experiences catching pike, musky, and smallmouth b...
Sep 15, 2024•56 min•Season 2Ep. 37
Jesse and Andrew celebrate their 75th episode and dive into the effectiveness of Ned rigs. Jesse tells a story about encountering a Northern Water Snake while fishing and shares some interesting facts about these slippery serpents. This episode is brought to you by Wambaits Canada. Wes has generously donated a selection of his effective (made in Ontario) plastic baits including several ned style offerings that are sure to get bit. Two patron supporters will be drawn as winners! Please support lo...
Sep 08, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 36
Andrew and Jesse discuss their recent fishing trips and highlight the benefits of buying once and crying once, emphasizing the long-term value and durability of well-made products. They cover various items such as rain gear, fishing rods, tackle boxes, and ice huts, discussing the advantages of each and how they enhance the fishing experience. Andrew talks about eating some weird treats and the best ways to prepare them. This episode's giveaway was provided by Mr. Transmission Peterborough. We t...
Sep 01, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 35
In this episode, Jesse and Andrew discuss shore casting for salmon and chat about the different types of lures, techniques and gear you need to catch these tanks. Andrews dusts off an old letter Jesse wrote to him years ago to show he has been slightly mad for decades. This episode is brought to you by Len Thompson Lures. We'd like to thank Jess and Brad from Len Thompson for providing an awesome giveaway! Make sure you check them out! Canadian Made Lures! Website: https://www.lenthompson.com/ I...
Aug 25, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 34
In this episode, Jesse, Andrew talk with local Ontario smallmouth master Adam Merrifield to discuss smallmouth bass fishing in rivers. They cover the behavior of smallmouth bass and the best techniques and lures to use. Adam also answers questions about his top three Ontario rivers, and his favourite smallmouth bass baits and retrieval methods. Check out Adam: Website: https://seydoggy.com/ All links here: https://linktr.ee/seydoggy Support the show We appreciate your support in making this one ...
Aug 18, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Jesse and Andrew are back with another AOA Q&A! They discuss terrifying facts about mosquitoes and what you should do to avoid being sucked dry! After that, they answer questions from their followers, including their favourite fishing memories, go-to lures, and rod and reel combos. They also talk about the importance of having a mentor in fishing and the joy of introducing others to the sport. Mentioned Instagram Accounts: @southernontarioangling - https://www.instagram.com/southernontarioan...
Aug 11, 2024•59 min•Season 2Ep. 32
In this episode, Jesse and Andrew delve into tackle box essentials. They highlight key items that are crucial for every angler, aiming to enhance convenience and ensure safety while on the water. Support the show We appreciate your support in making this one of Canada's favourite fishing podcasts! This show is ad free for your listening pleasure, but if you feel inclined to help us cover some of the cost incurred in producing this show please click the support show link 👆Thanks! To check out ou...
Aug 04, 2024•59 min•Season 2Ep. 31
In this episode Jesse and Andrew discuss the new products released at ICAST 2024. Andrew gives a history lesson on fishing hooks and the improvements made over the centuries. Support the show We appreciate your support in making this one of Canada's favourite fishing podcasts! This show is ad free for your listening pleasure, but if you feel inclined to help us cover some of the cost incurred in producing this show please click the support show link 👆Thanks! To check out our Youtube, Instagram ...
Jul 28, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Andrew talks about common parasites and diseases found in fish, such as black spot disease, yellow grubs and other horrifying parasites. The boys explain the life cycles of these parasites and the potential risks they pose to humans. They also emphasize the importance of cooking fish properly to eliminate any parasites and the need to be cautious when handling raw fish! On a less slimy topic, Jesse covers the importance of staying hydrated while fishing and the signs of dehydration. Mentioned Po...
Jul 21, 2024•55 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Jesse and Andrew discuss the funnest thing to do in summertime: frog fishing for largemouth bass. They cover when to fish a frog, where to fish it, and why it's an effective technique. They also talk about different types of frogs and provide recommendations for specific frog models. Another awesome Average Ontario Anglers Frog Fishing Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2141377/13179171-wait-2-seconds-frog-fishing-frustration See Links below for some the frogs mentioned: Jackall Gavacho: https:...
Jul 14, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 28
