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Polar Kraft is known as a great fishing boat but it's also an outstanding hunting platform as well.   That's the topic of discussion this time on the podcast as we talk with Bobby Sullivan of Ice Breaker Charters. Bobby is a fishing guide and charter captain who also targets ducks on Saginaw Bay using his 2072 Outfitter. Sullivan talks about his waterfowl hunting strategy and also his steelhead trips on the west side of the state. An interesting conversation with a very interesting guy, this time on the Polar Kraft Podcast.

We're talking with Nicole Stone on this edition of the Polar Kraft podcast. Nicole is a hard core angler and social media influencer who grew up in a fishing family and wants to promote those values to families today. She talks about fall fishing techniques and why it's important "not to put the boat away yet". She describes her evolution as an angler and why time on the water is important. Nicole also discusses technology in the fishing world why she's convinced Polar Kraft is the perfect boat for her needs.

An interesting conversation this month on the Polar Kraft Podcast with Lance Valentine of Teachin Fishin. Lance describes his early days on the Professional Walleye Trail and the transition into guiding. He has some great tips for finding fish in new water, looking for active fish and why fall is a great time to be on the water. The professional angler also talks about his long relationship with Polar Kraft and has a preview of the upcoming Fishing Education Weekend on Lake Erie.

  A conversation with a two Polar Kraft family this time on the podcast. Greg and Amy Diekevers liked their Outlander so much, they bought a new Kodiak to go along with it.  Now they have room to take the entire family fishing. The couple talk about fishing with their kids and seven grandkids, walleye fishing on Saginaw Bay and the friendships they've developed on the water. They describe the differences between walleye and salmon fishing and why the Polar Kraft is the perfect all species boat for their family. Amy also has details on a recent "girls trip" and why it was so rewarding.    

We're talking four seasons of fishing this month on the Polar Kraft Podcast with Bobby Sullivan of Ice Breaker Charters. Bobby describes how he uses his Polar Kraft for springtime walleye, fall king salmon and wintertime steelhead. He also talks about the transition from walleye fishing on Saginaw Bay to salmon fishing on Lake Michigan. The full time charter captain also tells the story of his client catching a new Michigan state record chinook and how that's changed his life.  

This month on the Polar Kraft Podcast it's a conversation with Indiana fishing guide Heath Malone of Captain Q Fishing Charters. Heath talks about targeting walleye and crappie including his technique for jigging fish out of weedbeds. Malone also describes his program for catfish and the difference between channel cats, flatheads and blues. Heath also talks in depth about electronics and why he runs multiple units on his Polar Kraft.                  

We're heading to Michigan's St. Clair River on this edition of the Polar Kraft podcast as we talk with Captain Pete Patsalis of Hook One Charters. Pete talks about how he got started in the fishing business, including his charter service and tackle shop. He describes how to target walleye and salmon in the river and why he prefers jigging over trolling. Patsalis then talks about the differences between migratory and resident fish.      

It's been a long winter for Polar Kraft Pro Staffer Nicole Stone and she's ready to hit the open water. In this edition of the podcast Nicole talks about her childhood fishing adventures, previous career as a meteorologist and how she uses social media to reach anglers today. She also promotes her upcoming series of panfish videos and talks about the difference between southern crappie anglers and those in the north country. Nicole also describes a recent early season trip to the Rainy River and how  dragging jigs ended up being the best presentation for big walleye.

We're headed to south east Michigan this month on the Polar Kraft Podcast to talk with Mike Downey of Relentless Grind Guide Service. Mike talks about the phenonemanal springtime walleye fishery on the Detroit and St. Clair Rivers. He describes how he uses his Outlander 2010 to jig those rivers and also troll big water later in the season. Downey takes us through his charter options from early season walleye, through white bass, muskies and even sturgeon.  

Daryll MacNeil is a former Lake Erie charter captain who considers himself "semi retired", but he spends more time on the water than most full time guides. On this edition of the Polar Kraft podcast, Daryll talks about the differences between fishing for walleye and salmon.  He discusses wintertime river steelhead techniques and why current is a factor in trolling big water. MacNeil is also a boat rigging expert at Blue Water Marina in Grand Island, New York and has great advice on transducer placement and electronics installation. He's also a big fan of Polar Kraft boats, especially his Outlander 2010.

Something a little different this time on the Polar Kraft Podcast. We're heading to south Florida with Michigan angler and Polar Kraft owner John Durtka.   He talks about the unique sport of hunting iquanas with blowguns. John also describes spearfishing in that warm, clear water and how it compares to the north country. Then, Durtka tells of a deep water fishing adventure in 800 feet of water using 500 pound mono, 5 pound weights and electric reels for giant fish.    

Some great cold water tips this month on the Polar Kraft Podcast.  We're not talking about fish catching tips though...we've got advice on how to stay safe on your wintertime fishing adventures. Joe Marion is a retired Coast Guardsman who pioneered cold water rescue techniques.  These days, Joe is a Charter Captain on Lake Michigan off Ludinton with Lie a Lot Charters. He talks about the danger of hypothermia and why it's a concern for ice fisherman and open water anglers as well. Joe also describes the different types of ice and what to do if you go through. He also explains why he bought a Polar Kraft Outlander and how it's a great choice for multi species anglers.