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The Canadian Angle Episodes

Ice Fishing for Burbot

S04 E04 Jan 10, 2023

Ice Fishing for Burbot

The Burbot is slowly growing a niche following across the ice belt. In this video, Jay Siemens and Sean McGaughey head out on Lake of the Woods to do some ice fishing for these unique creatures, and show off why they are underrated as both sport fish and table fare. Presented by Ion http...
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Ice Fishing for Shallow Water Walleye

S04 E03 Jan 3, 2023

Ice Fishing for Shallow Water Walleye

Jay Siemens heads to Viking Lodge in Northern Manitoba to chase after some shallow golden Walleyes on the ice. Along with some bonus Lake Trout and Northern Pike, Jay explores the Cranberry Lakes with lodge owners Matt & Paul Wiens along with friends Keevin & Lorne Erickson. Presented by Ion http...
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Ontario Lake Trout

S04 E02 Dec 27, 2022

Ontario Lake Trout

In this episode, Jay heads to a backwoods region of Ontario to meet up with third generation outfitter and owner of Winoga Lodge, Troy Mansfield. Jay and Troy load up snowmobiles and head out to focus their hard water angling attention on giant lake trout and humpback whitefish. Presented by Ion...
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Devils Lake with Steven Rinella

S04 E01 Dec 20, 2022

Devils Lake with Steven Rinella

In this episode, we head just south of the Canadian border to Devils Lake North Dakota for some world class ice fishing. Jay Siemens is joined by Steven Rinella, Mandy Ulrich, Chester Floyd, and Ryan Callaghan in hope of catching and cooking the big four species that call Devils Lake Home; Yellow...
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Channel Catfish on Lake Winnipeg

S03 E04 Aug 14, 2022

Channel Catfish on Lake Winnipeg

Jay Siemens and Josh Mcfaddin go back to the basics and head out shore fishing on the beaches of Lake Winnipeg in search of Channel Catfish And Freshwater Drum. While these aren't fish aren't generally associated with table-fare in Manitoba, Josh is here to change that conversation. The trip is...
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Northern Pike on a Fly Rod

S03 E03 Jul 22, 2022

Northern Pike on a Fly Rod

In this episode, Jay Siemens searches for warmer water with his kayak and fly rod in search of pike. The post-spawn bite is on and Jay lands a few big fish right next to the boat. Later, Jay heads to bigger water, gets dangerously close to a Canadian moose nest, and catches a couple monster pike.
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Walleye on Handcrafted Lures

S03 E02 Jul 1, 2022

Walleye on Handcrafted Lures

On this episode, Jay walks us through the art of making lures at home for walleye and puts them to test on the water. A beautiful day turns into a perfect opportunity to cook out on the boat.
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Kayak Fishing for Sturgeon

S03 E01 Jun 21, 2022

Kayak Fishing for Sturgeon

Jay Siemens is at it again and headed to the Rainy River with guest Ryan Lilly in search of sturgeon. Water levels are high, but the team dials in their tactics to land a sturgeon that is nearly as big as their kayak.
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Big Baits for Big Fish

S02 E04 Jan 28, 2022

Big Baits for Big Fish

If there's a fish that swims, Jay Siemens needs to catch it. In his new series, The Canadian Angle, Jay takes us along for the ride in search of walleye, bass, pike, musky, and everything in-between.
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The Mighty Greenback Walleyes of Lake Winnipeg

S02 E03 Jan 21, 2022

The Mighty Greenback Walleyes of Lake Winnipeg

Jay Siemens and Josh Mcfaddin head out to massive Lake Winnipeg, Manitoba in search of the uniquely colored "Greenback" Walleyes native to this waterbody. With the assistance of a Snobear they're able to easily travel across the massive and unforgiving lake while spending 2 days ice fishing they...
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Ice Camping 101

S02 E02 Jan 14, 2022

Ice Camping 101

Jay Siemens heads out with his wife Samantha to spend the night out on the ice. Jay not only goes through A-Z on how to make an overnight ice camping experience comfortable and safe, but also shares some ice fishing tips and tricks to land some big Walleye along the way.
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Sightfishing On Ice - Backcountry Brookie Benny

S02 E01 Jan 7, 2022

Sightfishing On Ice - Backcountry Brookie Benny

In this episode Jay Siemens and Josh McFaddin head out in search of first ice in NW Ontario. They share the exhilarating art of sight fishing which gives anglers a front row seat to the underwater world. Brook Trout are the target and Brookie Benedict is the delicious result. Presented by Eskimo Ice...
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