Why so many walleyes?

  • YoungGunz2
    Maple Grove MN
    Posts: 16
    #1542863

    I was thinking the other day that almost every episode this season was about walleyes. I understand there was some that weren’t, but does anyone else want to see more species throughout the season? Im not trying to be negative and go against what they did this season, I was just curious.

    Dutchboy
    Central Mn.
    Posts: 16650
    #1542865

    Nope, I don’t care what species. I just want open water. I’m not a ice guy.

    Wade Boardman
    Grand Rapids, MN
    Posts: 4453
    #1542867

    I was thinking the other day that almost every episode this season was about walleyes. I understand there was some that weren’t, but does anyone else want to see more species throughout the season? Im not trying to be negative and go against what they did this season, I was just curious.

    Because really other than a pike or bass that is all freshwater has to offer.

    jon amundson
    Posts: 143
    #1542901

    Walleye, perch, sauger, sturgeon, salmon, gar and crappies didn’t skip too many. Nice well rounded fishing show. Great job

    targaman
    Inactive
    Wilton, WI
    Posts: 2759
    #1542919

    <div class=”d4p-bbt-quote-title”>YoungGunz2 wrote:</div>
    I was thinking the other day that almost every episode this season was about walleyes. I understand there was some that weren’t, but does anyone else want to see more species throughout the season? Im not trying to be negative and go against what they did this season, I was just curious.

    Because really other than a pike or bass that is all freshwater has to offer.

    And Wade has already mastered fresh water… It’s so boring.

    Jonesy
    Posts: 1148
    #1542921

    Walleye, perch, sauger, sturgeon, salmon, gar and crappies didn’t skip too many. Nice well rounded fishing show. Great job

    Did I miss the gar episode? Never saw that on TV

    mplspug
    Palmetto, Florida
    Posts: 25026
    #1542953

    I think their well rounded in coverage. Of course they will be walleye centric, because that’s what will bring them viewers.

    Wade Boardman
    Grand Rapids, MN
    Posts: 4453
    #1542957

    In Depth Outdoors used to be way more about walleye than it is now. James and crew have really expanded. They make a great show but let’s be honest, walleye are still the most desirable species up here.

    Eelpoutguy
    Farmington, Outing
    Posts: 10426
    #1542963

    James can fish for all the species he wants, as long as its Walleye whistling

    Denny O
    Central IOWA
    Posts: 5819
    #1542993

    And besides, if they had a show on cat fishing, I think I would get quickly bored of just bla, bla, bla! chased
    Oh wait I think I got a bite! woot
    Ah – nope. sleeping

    big_g
    Isle, MN
    Posts: 22456
    #1543225

    The history of IDO goes back to the river and James… which equals Walleye. Give him credit for doing what he knows and loves and not going after the Hot Bite… people tune in to see how to catch them un-cooperating walleyes, anybody can catch them when they are biting… coffee They do a good job of mixing it up, but let’s face it, Walleye are where it is at. Do you want to see 4,000 casts and maybe a follow by a musky in an entire episode ? devil

    James Holst
    Keymaster
    SE Minnesota
    Posts: 18926
    #1543239

    I was thinking the other day that almost every episode this season was about walleyes. I understand there was some that weren’t, but does anyone else want to see more species throughout the season? Im not trying to be negative and go against what they did this season, I was just curious.


    @peterjohnston

    This isn’t really what happened this year. If all I had to do were walleye shows my life would be much easier. Instead, we go to incredible lengths to make sure our coverage is very balanced even though we’re smack-dab in the middle of walleye country…

    Here’s the species we covered, week by week:

    Walleye
    Crappie / Bluegill
    Walleye
    Bluegill
    Walleye
    Bluegill
    Crappie
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Perch
    Northern Pike
    Crappie
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Salmon
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Sturgeon
    Alligator Gar
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Smallmouth Bass
    Walleye

    13 walleye shows. 12 non-walleye shows. Our plan is to continue to diversify, add new species whenever possible, and fish as many new bodies of water as we can each season.

    mplspug
    Palmetto, Florida
    Posts: 25026
    #1543253

    Still waiting on a Tarpon, Redfish, heck any inshore fish santa

    wildfan
    Ogilvie Minnesota
    Posts: 598
    #1543259

    I for one Would love to see a Mille Lacs Muskie episode!

    James Holst
    Keymaster
    SE Minnesota
    Posts: 18926
    #1543267

    I for one Would love to see a Mille Lacs Muskie episode!

    You can definitely count on a muskie episode or two for next season. Ben and Pat will mutiny if we don’t.

    mnrabbit
    South Central Minnesota
    Posts: 815
    #1543273

    I think it’s a great mix of species to keep a number of people happy, and also hits walleye enough to keep walleye guys happy. It truly is the best fishing show out there.

    Eelpoutguy
    Farmington, Outing
    Posts: 10426
    #1543417

    I think it’s a great mix of species to keep a number of people happy, and also hits walleye enough to keep walleye guys happy. It truly is the best fishing show out there.

    X2

    Denny O
    Central IOWA
    Posts: 5819
    #1543589

    You can definitely count on a muskie episode or two for next season. Ben and Pat will mutiny if we don’t.

    Check-Mate!
    I knew that cats were on the bottom of the food chain. chased

    wildfan
    Ogilvie Minnesota
    Posts: 598
    #1543595

    <div class=”d4p-bbt-quote-title”>wildfan wrote:</div>
    I for one Would love to see a Mille Lacs Muskie episode!

    You can definitely count on a muskie episode or two for next season. Ben and Pat will mutiny if we don’t.

    Thanks James!

    FryDog62
    Posts: 3696
    #1543617

    I personally like the variety and think that sets it apart from other shows. Not just species but locations – Minnesota, Wisconsin, Dakotas, Ontario, Idaho, etc. I’m admittedly not a walleye or ice fishing guy, but looking at the list above there is still plenty to watch ~

    Gregg Pfeifer
    Fort Atkinson, WI
    Posts: 889
    #1543623

    I can smell the stink bait already – catfish shows coming. Next it’ll be a can of corn and a carp crap shoot.

    belletaine
    Nevis, MN
    Posts: 5116
    #1543637

    I’m a bit surprised there hasn’t been a catfishing show with BK.
    Seriously.

    Duke M
    Posts: 208
    #1543643

    Please keep the Midwest focus. Tarpon, redfish, really? But the very best feature is the honest attempt to try film the show the week before it is aired.

    James Holst
    Keymaster
    SE Minnesota
    Posts: 18926
    #1543679

    I’m a bit surprised there hasn’t been a catfishing show with BK.
    Seriously.

    Who says we haven’t tried? whistling

    James Holst
    Keymaster
    SE Minnesota
    Posts: 18926
    #1543681

    Please keep the Midwest focus. Tarpon, redfish, really? But the very best feature is the honest attempt to try film the show the week before it is aired.

    I don’t see saltwater shows in our future.

    Lynn
    Minnesota, Crow Wing county
    Posts: 68
    #1543703

    James, I really appreciate the current up to date timing of your shows, plus the honesty of baits you use. It is really the only fishing show I watch religiously! Please stay with the mid west fishing and like you always say, there is nothing I’d rather catch than big walleye so! Great job!

    Gregg Pfeifer
    Fort Atkinson, WI
    Posts: 889
    #1543705

    <div class=”d4p-bbt-quote-title”>Duke M wrote:</div>
    Please keep the Midwest focus. Tarpon, redfish, really? But the very best feature is the honest attempt to try film the show the week before it is aired.

    I don’t see saltwater shows in our future.

    yay waytogo That’d suck.

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