This Weeks Show

Episode 19

Hard-Earned Fish

Show Date: May 9, 2026

Location: Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin

Guide: Wacky Walleye Guide Service [920-743-5731 | wackywalleye.com]

Accommodations: Sand Bay Beach Resort [SandBayBeach.com | (920) 743-5731]

This week we’re finally back in the boat with longtime friend and charter captain Dale Stroschein. We’ve been fishing with Dale for more than 35 years, and over that time we’ve shared countless memorable trips, unforgettable stories, and more than a few giant fish along the way.

One thing that has never changed is Dale’s passion for fishing. Every trip with him is fueled by his determination to figure out the bite and make sure everyone in the boat has a great experience. No matter the weather or conditions, Dale stays focused, keeps moving, and never stops working to put clients on fish.

This trip tested that determination. During our short stay, we dealt with constantly changing weather and difficult fishing conditions that made establishing a consistent pattern tough. Still, we stayed after it, trusting that persistence would eventually pay off.

Late in the second afternoon, everything finally started to come together. We dialed in a productive pattern, the fish became more active, and the bite quickly turned around. After grinding through the tough stretches, the payoff made the entire trip worthwhile.

Trips like this are a reminder that fishing isn’t always easy — and that’s part of what makes success so rewarding. Sometimes the best memories come from the days when you have to earn every fish.