{"id":285394,"date":"2023-04-10T17:25:13","date_gmt":"2023-04-10T17:25:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/st-germain.com\/?p=285394"},"modified":"2023-06-26T13:16:10","modified_gmt":"2023-06-26T13:16:10","slug":"your-guide-to-fishing-in-st-germain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/st-germain.com\/articles\/your-guide-to-fishing-in-st-germain\/","title":{"rendered":"Your guide to fishing in St. Germain"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you\u2019ve been lucky enough to cast a line here, you know\u2014St. Germain is one of the top fishing destinations in the Northwoods. Generations of anglers have had great success on our lakes and the area\u2019s world-class fishing keeps visitors coming back to St. Germain, year after year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New to our waters? Here are are few things to know about fishing in St. Germain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are some good fishing lakes in St. Germain?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For starters, you have a lot of options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe\u2019ve got everything here.\u201d said longtime fishing guide Rob Manthei<\/a>. \u201cWe have a ton of lakes in a five-mile radius. Big lakes, and small lakes and everything in between. We even have little backwoods lakes. There\u2019s something for everybody.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Two of the most popular and well-known lakes are Big Saint Germain Lake (1,622 acres) and Little Saint Germain Lake (972 acres). But those are just a couple of St. Germain\u2019s many great fishing options\u2014Pickerel Lake, Lost Lake, Found Lake, and Lake Content all have productive waters and there are many more lesser-known lakes that are just waiting for your cast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interested in learning more about St. Germain\u2019s lakes? You can see details on lakes in the St. Germain area, including what fish are contained in each lake, on the state Department of Natural Resources<\/a> website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What fish can you catch in St. Germain?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good news: you can catch just about any Northwoods species in St. Germain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe have every species under the sun,\u201d Manthei said. \u201cWe have all panfish, both bass species (largemouth and smallmouth), walleye, pike, and musky. We even have some stocked trout lakes and a couple of trout streams.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How does St. Germain compare to other fishing destinations?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking for top-flight fishing, look no further than St. Germain. The area is known for its consistently good fishing. Manthei said that there are musky fishermen who trailer their boats great distances around the Midwest and Canada to \u201cfollow the next hot bite.\u201d But he said the quality of the fishing in those far-flung destinations can sometimes be hit or miss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In St. Germain, you can count on consistently good fishing, year after year, season after season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe fishing is always going to be solid here,\u201d Manthei said. \u201cWe always hold our own.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where can you rent a boat in St. Germain?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Need a little help getting on the water? No problem. There are St. Germain resorts<\/a> with fishing boats available to guests and you can rent boats right in St. Germain at St Germain Sport Marine<\/a>, Premier Powersports & Marine<\/a>, St. Germain Rentals<\/a>, Paul\u2019s Rent All<\/a> and R Point of View Pontoon<\/a>. These outfitters have some great boats available for your use, and you won\u2019t have to pull a trailer for hours to get on the lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where can you purchase bait in St. Germain?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can get everything you need, right in St. German. Head to Last Cast Fishing Outfitters<\/a> for live bait, tackle, fishing supplies, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where can you purchase a fishing license in St. Germain?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can purchase a license right in town at Last Cast Fishing Outfitters<\/a>, St Germain Sport Marine<\/a> and Little St. Mobile Express Mart<\/a>. Be sure to get a license before you head out on the water \u2013 it\u2019s required in Wisconsin. Learn more about fishing licenses and regulations on the state Department of Natural Resources<\/a> website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are there any fishing tournaments in St. Germain?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yes! Don\u2019t miss Fishing with the Stars<\/a> open-water fishing tournament. The 2023 tournament takes place on May 20. Awards will be given in seven categories and you could win a chance to head out for a day of fishing with Fishing Stars John Gillespie, Pete Maina and Rob Manthei! Be sure to also mark your calendar for the Greater Wisconsin Musky Tournament<\/a>, on Oct. 7-8.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How can you be sure to catch a fish in St. Germain?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are no guarantees in life, on or off the water, but you can better your odds greatly by working with a St. Germain fishing guide. It also makes the experience fun and easy, and it can be a relative bargain if you consider what the guide brings along.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ken Jackson<\/a>, a third-generation St. Germain guide, said guides typically have fully equipped boats and all the gear that you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cYou can just show up and head out,\u201d Jackson said. \u201cYou just need to have a fishing license, some sunglasses, and maybe a little rain gear if it’s cloudy that day. The guide will get you set up.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Going out with a guide can also be a great family activity. Jackson said guides love taking new anglers out on the lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Manthei said that when you hire a local guide, you can learn so much\u2014catching fish is a bonus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cYou are learning the waters, learning the techniques, and learning about all the new equipment that\u2019s out there,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Manthei is a lifelong fisherman and a full-time guide with a wealth of knowledge, but even he will still sometimes seek out a knowledgeable local guide when he travels into an unfamiliar area. He said it\u2019s worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 \u201cI look for the best guide I can find,\u201d he said. \u201cI want to make the most out of my time, wherever I am going.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CLICK HERE<\/a> to request a Destination Guide and experience fishing in St. Germain for yourself!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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