Thistle Dew Outdoor Adventures

Eagle River, Wisconsin
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Hard Core Marathon Musky Day

About Your Guide

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Clayton Spiess

Independent Guide 26 years of exp.
Quality
Instructional
Talkative
Laid-back
Beginner Oriented
Comfortable
Clayton, hailing from the picturesque Eagle River in Wisconsin, is your expert guide for musky fishing. With an intimate knowledge of the local waters and a passion for chasing these elusive giants, Clayton promises an unforgettable musky fishing experience. Join him for thrilling encounters and the opportunity to land the trophy musky of your dreams.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Clayton Spiess

Clayton Spiess

Independent Guide 26 years of exp.
Clayton, hailing from the picturesque Eagle River in Wisconsin, is your expert guide for musky fishing. With an intimate knowledge of the local waters and a passion for chasing these elusive giants, Clayton promises an unforgettable musky fishing experience. Join him for thrilling encounters and the opportunity to land the trophy musky of your dreams.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
50" × 38ish lbs musky inland 150ish lb tarpon off shore
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Fish or some form of Wild game
What’s your favorite band?
Old Trout
What’s your favorite movie?
Top Gun

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
50" × 38ish lbs musky inland 150ish lb tarpon off shore
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Fish or some form of Wild game
What’s your favorite band?
Old Trout
What’s your favorite movie?
Top Gun
What’s your favorite sports team?
Green Bay Packers
What’s your drink of choice?
Crown Apple/ Water
What was your last halloween costume?
Mayhem from the tv commercials
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Good Health
How did you get started guiding?
Started part time through referrals and family.
What makes you different from other guides?
I'm a 3rd Generation guide. My grandpa and great grandpa were guides. No matter how good or bad the fishing is, we will have fun!
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River, Lake Fishing Trip in Eagle River

Hard Core Marathon Musky Day

NEW Guided by Clayton
21 ft 1 - 6 People From $800

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Potential Target Species

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Muskie
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Drift Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Topwater Fishing
Trolling

Types of Fishing

Lake
River

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Hard Core Marathon Musky Day
Hard Core Marathon Musky Day
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Eagle River, Wisconsin
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Eagle River Musky Fishing
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Eagle River Musky Fishing
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Eagle River Musky Fishing
1/2 Day Musky Fishing
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Eagle River Musky Fishing
1/2 Day Musky Fishing
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Eagle River, Wisconsin
Eagle River Musky Fishing
1/2 Day Musky Fishing
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Eagle River Musky Fishing
1/2 Day Musky Fishing
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Eagle River Musky Fishing
1/2 Day Musky Fishing
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