What is Happening in the World Of Leisure Outdoor Adventures

Leisure Outdoor Adventures has had a busy few months here in 2014 with many new and exciting opportunities as we venture into the upcoming spring and summer seasons. Whether it is the expansion of the guide service into new frontiers or the take off of our new online webisode called On the Road with LOA. Big things are happening in the world of Leisure Outdoor Adventures and we want to make sure all of our fans, supporters, and promotional partners get a sneak peak at what is in store for 2014. Lets take a look:

1. Partnership with Reeds Family Outfitters - We are super excited and very fortunate to be working with premier outfitters in the Midwest! We will have the opportunity to utilize our strengths as a company and look to add to the legacy that is Reeds. With both businesses based out of Walker, Minnesota the partnership is proving to be a exceptional combo. Reeds is the leader in outdoor retail industry. Throughout the coming months look for more about this and be sure to stop into either Reeds locations in Walker or Onamia to check out their awesome deals and experience their world class customer service. Click Here to check out their website.

2. Other New Partnerships with KenKatch Tackle Company and Excel Outdoors. One of the things we take pride in at Leisure Outdoor Adventures is partnering with companies whose product and overall company platform is one we believe in. In recent weeks, we have announced our new partnerships with both of these companies and we can’t be more excited about it. Stay tuned through the upcoming weeks for product highlights, videos, and information about both of these companies and their product lines. Be sure to check out their websites and “LIKE” them on Facebook.

3. Expansion into the Grand Rapids Market - New this spring the Leisure Outdoor Adventures Guide Service has recently expanded its services into the Grand Rapids, Minnesota market. With this expansion we have added a new full time fishing guide to our guide team in Aaron Murphy. To read more about Aaron Click Here. Murph, as we call him, will be leading the charge in this fantastic fishing area. To go along with that, co-owner of Bigtooth Tackle Josh Kragthorpe will also be lending a hand by offering fully guided musky trips. If you are looking to book a trip or bring a corporate event to the area check out Sugar Lake Lodge.

Aaron Murphy

Josh Kraghtorpe

4. Other Expansions - Further increasing the LOA Guide Service presence in Central Minnesota will be Mike Raetz and Kirby Budrow. Mike will be focusing his efforts on the Hackensack Area on lakes such as Ten Mile, Woman, and many more. He is an avid crappie and bass fisherman and loves to pursue them in all seasons during both the hard water season and soft water seasons. Kirby will be a musky guide focusing his efforts on lakes such as Shamineau, Alexander, Mille Lacs, the Mississippi River, and others. If you are looking for some other types of fishing adventures, these are definitely something to consider! We are excited to have both Mike and Kirby working with us this year.

Mike Raetz

Kirby Budrow

5. On the Road with LOA - New this winter we launched our new online webisode called On the Road with LOA. Whether it is destinations or the search for big fish, you are not going to want to miss watching these episodes. This intense, entertaining, and real life show not only provides incredible fish catches and adventures, but a glimpse into who we are as fishing guides and a company. Under the leadership of Jeff Andersen, Toby Kvalevog, and the LOA writing team we see big things happening with On the Road with LOA. Check out our latest episode which was up on Lake of the Woods filming giant monster pike through the ice.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzkr6YDLemc&list=UUHrrwsv1nHpx75Q_cHrzerw

6. Jason Freed Takes Over as President of the Leisure Outdoor Adventures Guide Service - This winter Jason Freed took over the role of President of the LOA Guide Service. Included in Jason’s role will be working to expand the guide service, bookings, as well as the overall management and marketing of Leisure Outdoor Adventures and all included entities. We are excited about what Jason brings to the table and feel he is going to help take the LOA to the next level within the fishing industry. To go along with those duties, Jason will continue to work to explore additional promotional opportunities, as well as facilitating corporate events and large scale tournaments such as the Ice Castle Classic and the fishing portion of the International Eel Pout Festival.

7. Fish House Rentals - New this winter was our fleet of fish houses that can be found on Leech Lake. Even though Mother Nature threw us some miserable conditions at times, we still managed to have a successful season with the houses and renters. We learned a lot about the ice rental business and are looking forward to taking that knowledge and making next winter even better. Winter seems like a long ways off, but if you are looking for something fun to do when you come up to Walker, Minnesota next winter be sure to check out our fish houses. Here is a video link to learn more about them.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8wafDEoEZo&list=PL5D1E0262A751FB38

8. Lund Boats and Mercury Motors - Once again the LOA Guide team will be fishing out of the best boats in the fishing industry in Lund Boats equipped with Mercury Motors. We have found that regardless of the model, both Lund and Mercury are guide tested and approved! They help us get from point A to B whether with clients or fishing tournaments. This season Toby will be running another 208GL Pro V with a 300HP Verado, Steve Olson will have the new 208 GL Tyee which is a really sharp looking boat, Jiggy and Chuck will be running their favorite boat in the 2010 Pro Guide equipped with the 200HP Verado, and Freed will be running a new 1975 Pro V with a 225 HP Verado.

These are just a few things that we wanted to share. 2014 is shaping up to be a HUGE year for LOA and we couldn’t do it without the support of our clients, fans, friends, family, and partners. Everyone has played a vital role from our humble beginnings, to where we are and where we want to go. We sincerely thank you and can’t wait to spend time with everyone this spring, summer, and fall.

Until then SET THE HOOK a few times and MAKE SOME MEMORIES!

The Leisure Outdoor Adventures Team

Brainerd / Mille Lacs fishing Report

posted by Leisure Outdoor Adventures at 37 minutes ago

Tags: Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye, Minnkota, Ranger Boats, St.croix Rods, Lowrance Depth Finder, Light-tackle Fishing, Live Bait

Catch of the Week

Peggy Ford with a 29" Walleye fishing with Leisure Outdoor Adventures

Gull Lake Fishing Report
It was a busy weekend on the water with the beautiful weather in vacation land. Fishing in the Brainerd Lakes area has transitioned into summer patterns. The lakes have finally developed heavy weed lines and fish have transitioned into their summer locations. Water temps have reached the mid 70 deg marks and rising. Water levels continue to be higher than years past due to heavy rainfalls from the spring and early summer.
Gull Lake is a fabulous walleye lake but even better multi species fishery. This time of year the walleye fishingtypically slows during the daylight hours. The Bass and Northern fishing is as good as it gets. Big bass andNorthern pike are well established on weed lines all across the lake in 10-15ft of water. The south end bays are where we fished with the Erickson family July 5th. The morning started out with a quick scan of possible walleyewaters. The walleyes on gull lake have been holding in the 18-25ft range off of the deep weed edges. On this morning very few fish were located, so without dropping a line we moved on to multi species. This proved to be the right thing to do. Our action was non stop for 3 plus hours. Jig worms, Crankbaits, Spinners, Slip Bobbers, and Top Water are techniques that will work when targeting these fish that are located on top of weedy/rocky flats on gull lake. The pike seem to be located right on the deep weed line waiting their prey. With 4 anglers in the boat, casting safely was not really a safe option, so we stuck to live bait rigging minnows on the weed lineand were rewarded with multiple catches of Pike, Bass, and panfish. The biggest Bass of the day was 19"s and our largest pike was just over the 30" mark. For constant rod bending action, it doesn't get any better than Gull Lake MN for multi species with Leisure Outdoor Adventures.
Brainerd / Mille Lacs fishing Report by Toby Kvalevog

Brainerd / Mille Lacs fishing Report by Toby Kvalevog

Mille Lacs Lake report
The Leisure Outdoor Adventure (LOA) guide team made a trip to Mille Lacs lake earlier in the week. With a steady SE wind we decided to launch the boats at the Red Door resort in the NE part of the lake. Fishing the north end of the lake always starts with a quick scan of the north end sand. To our surprise, the fish are still holding in this area. Night Crawlers on long leads are producing keeper size walleye and slot fish in the sand. Our best luck on this day occurred in 21-25ft of water just east of the Red Door resort. As the morning progressed and the fish become less active in the sand, the mud flats come to life. A quick boat ride out to one of our favorite flats proved to be the right adjustment. Within minutes, fish were located on the Lowrance depth finder. Mud flat fish are easy to find as they suspend 2-3 ft off the bottom consistently. They are usually located on top, on the drop, or off of the flat. On this day, the walleyes preferred the deep edges to slightly off of the flats. For this location, 1.5oz bottom bouncers and spinners tipped with night crawlers proved to be deadly. Speed and boat control are critical components to walleye fishing and its no different when fishing for spinners. Out walleyes wanted the spinners slow, .8 mph. Anything faster resulted in little action.

Brainerd / Mille Lacs fishing Report by Toby Kvalevog