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Catch of the Day January 28, 2012

Mr. Jordan Wanzek with this beautiful 27" Walleye caught while he was visiting us with family and friends this past weekend on the Worlds Best Hard Water Fishery, Lake of the Woods. Congratulations Jordan, maybe this will help you keep focused while in the combine! We hope to see you guys back again this summer, if you can find time. If not, we'll see you in Duck Season! Thank you and your group again for its patronage to the Wigwam Resort...It is GREATLY APRECIATED my friend!

Catch of the Day January 14, 2012

Wigwam guest, Shannon Swanson with the biggest Walleye she's ever caught...26 inches! She nabbed this beautiful Walleye while fishing with her husband Greg this past weekend on the World's Best Hard Water Fishery, Lake of the Woods! Congratulations Shannon, keep smiling and the Walleyes will keep coming to you...God Bless!

Catch of the Day December 29, 2011

John Trabant from Chaska, MN with a beautiful 31" 11.5 lbs Walleye which was caught in 26 feet of water with a plain red hook and chubb. This is the biggest Walleye we've seen come out of the Walleye Capital of the World, Lake of the Woods this winter! John was visiting us with his son, and John just happens to be the son of a couple that owned the Wigwam Resort in 70's...welcome home my friend, welcome home.

Catch of the Day December 15, 2011

Mr. Ron Miller with a beautiful 29-1/2" Walleye that weighted over 10 lbs. Ron was visiting us on the World's Best Hard Water Fishery with his uncle and fishing buddy Pete Mlinar. This was Ron's first trip to the Hard Water on Lake of the Woods, and I'm sure this is one he'll remember for the rest of his life. Congratulations buddy!

Catch of the Day December 14, 2011

Here's our good buddy and longtime patron, Mr. Dewey Berglund from the Twin Cities, with his 52" Sturgeon. This monster took him over an hour and a half to bring through the ice...what a fish! Congrats buddy, this one's for you!

Catch of the Day October 15, 2011

Today's catch of the day was a beauty 30" 10.5 lb Walleye caught by Ryan Wetlaufer from Waterloo, IA. Ryan and his father have been guests of the Wigwam for the past few years and this is why they drive from Iowa to the Walleye Capital of the World! Congrats buddy and we look forward to seeing your next catch of the day!

Catch of the Day August 2, 2011

Today's catch of the day was a fantastic Walleye, which was caught by our buddy Scott Olmstead's grandson, Coy. Coy wanted to out do his big brother Dayton (pictured below) when it came to fishing for Walleyes on Lake of the Woods. Great catch Coy and congratulations for having an awesome day on the water with your grandfather. We wish you many more days of successful fishing with Big Thumb (Scotty Olmstead) on the Walleye Capital of the World!

Catch of the Day July 5, 2011

Today's catch of the day was a fabulous looking Walleye, which was caught by our buddy, Scott Olmstead's grandson, Dayton. Dayton was reeling them in all day and having a blast with grandpa. "Big Thumb Guide Service" represented itself very well on this excursion on Lake of the Woods, at least Dayton believes so. Congratulations Dayton for having an awesome day on the water with your grandpa. Thank you Scotty for visiting us once again and sharing this amazing piece of paradise with your family at the Wigwam Resort. We wish you and Dayton many more Walleyes on the Walleye Capital of the World!

Catch of the Day July 3, 2011

Today's catch of the day was a GIGANTIC 31-1/2" Walleye, which was caught by Tanya Sorensen from Fairbanks, AK. This Walleye has a story that will be told in their family for years to come. Tanya and her husband Jens were visiting one of their family members, which just happens to be one of our good buddies, Charlie Regenfuss over the July 4th holiday weekend on Lake of the Woods. The story begins like this...it was Tanya and Jens first time walleye fishing on Lake of the Woods, so Charlie was going to show them what it's all about. They made it out to 32' of water and dropped the anchor. They jigged for a while with not the best of results, so Charlie went to start the engine to move to another one of his many secret honey holes on Lake of the Woods, but the motor wouldn't start. They had to call in the rescue team consisting of Doug "The Surgeon" Hagen and one of Doug's buddies. As they were being towed in by the Surgeon, wiley Charlie decided to drop the down riggers and do some stealth trolling. The move paid off for Charlie's sister-in-law Tanya, who is pictured above. This was her first Walleye on Lake of the Woods, talk about hitting a grand slam in the 7th game of the World Series in your first at bat! Congratulations Tanya for this amazing story, it's your's to tell for the rest of your life and we're honored to have it being told about Lake of the Woods, the Walleye Capital of the World!

Catch of the Day June 23, 2011

Today's catch of the day was a fantastic looking 28-1/2" Walleye, which was caught by Mark Lamkin from St. Paul, MN. Mike caught this on a Black Jig with Silver eyes and a frozen Shiner as bait. Mike was visiting us again this summer for his groups Father Day Week of fishing on Lake of the Woods. Mike had his son and a large group of buddies with their son's also in attendance. I think you just had yourselves a great guide...fabulous work Dean! Thank you Mark for visiting us again this summer at the Wigwam Resort, and I wish you many more monster Walleyes on the Walleye Capital of the World!

Catch of the Day June 22, 2011

Today's catch of the day was a fantistic looking 28" Walleye, which was caught by Taylor Lamkin from St. Paul, MN. Taylor caught this monster Walleye on a Gold Jig with a frozen Shiner as bait. Taylor was visiting us this summer with his father (Mark Lamkin) for thier groups Father Day Week of fishing on Lake of the Woods. I wanted to thank you Taylor for visiting us this summer at the Wigwam Resort, and I wish you many more memoriable moments on the Walleye Capital of the World!

Catch of the Day June 18, 2011

Today's catch of the day was a beautiful 26" Walleye, which was caught by Savannah Robertson from Biwabik, MN. Savannah was fishing with the Wigwam Fisherman, her father Mitch Robertson, and brother Pryce when she hooked into this monster Walleye. This was the day before Fathers Day and fishing was absolutely awesome. We caught a total of 16 Walleyes over 24 inches on the day, which we got all on video. What a Father's Day present to Mitch to have such an amazing day on the water with his kids. If you'd like to see the video of their day of fishing, please click this link YouTube - Monster Walleye Fishing - Lake of the Woods Fishing Report Video 6-19-11 and experience the memorable day with them. We wish you many more fantastic trophy Walleyes on the Walleye Capital of the World, Lake of the Woods.

Catch of the Day June 12, 2011

Today's catch of the day was a beautiful 29-3/4" Walleye, which was caught by Jim "Jimmer" Hughes while he was fishing with our buddy Scotty Olmstead of the Big Thumb Wigwam Outpost Guide Service up near Little Oak Island. Thank you Jimmer for taking the time out of your day to fish with the "Big Thumb". We wish you many more fantastic trophy Walleyes on the Walleye Capital of the World, Lake of the Woods.

Catch of the Day June 11, 2011

Today's catch of the day was a 26" Walleye, which was caught by Mylan Allrich from Chanhassen, MN. Mylan was fishing with the George O'Brien Group, and this was the groups 9th annual trip to Lake of the Woods and to the Wigwam Resort. The wiley guide that put them on the fish, is the same guide they've had during every trip to the Walleye Capital of the World, Kevin "Tall Tale" Olmstead. Thank you Mylan for your unwavering dedication to our tremendous fishery. We look forward to seeing you and your entire group back again next year!

Catch of the Day June 5, 2011

Today's catch of the day was a 29" Walleye, which was caught by Alan Motter with the Walter Nielsen group, which was visiting us from the Atlanta Georgia area. The group fished with us for 3 days and the final day is when Alan set the hook on this Lake of the Woods monster Walleye. This fish even made its way back to Georgia to be mounted and put on Alan's wall to remember the 2011 trip to Lake of the Woods. Alan, it was a pleasure meeting you, your wife and the awesome Nielsen group that accompanied you. Thank you for choosing the Wigwam Resort and may there be many more Monster Walleyes in your future...Happy Fishing!

Catch of the Day May 26, 2011

Today's catch of the day was a 45" Northern Pike, compliments of the youngest member of the Bohn family, which is visiting us from the Twin Cities area. Before they went out, he wanted to catch a big slimmer and this was the first fish caught for the day, five minutes after getting to the Knight Island area. It doesn't always happen like that, but it was in his future. This should be a lesson to us all to keep a positive attitude and maybe, just maybe, what we wish for, might just become reality. Congratulations buddy, and thank you for sharing this experience with us at the Wigwam Resort on the worlds best freshwater fishery, Lake of the Woods!

Catch of the Day May 25, 2011

Today's catch of the day was a 29 1/2" Walleye, compliments of Paul Olmstead from Seattle, WA. Paul is the younger brother of one of the Wigwam Resort's longtime patrons and buddies, Scotty Olmstead of Andover, MN. Paul is back in his homeland (Minnesota) and Scotty is showing his younger brother what fishing on Lake of the Woods is all about, and he's doing a great job at it. We want to congratulate Paul and thank him for visiting "The Walleye Capital of the World", our tremendous fishery. May there be many more days of fishing success in your future.

Catch of the Day May 21, 2011

This massive Lake of the Woods most sought after Walleye was caught by Jeff Winters and measured at a whopping 31 inches. His guide was Todd Weinkauf (a longtime Wigwam patron) and Tim gives a lot of the credit to Todd for getting it in the boat. It was a successful caught and release back so one of you will have the opportunity to catch it again...Thank You!. They didn't even have a landing net, because they forgot it in the cleaning shack. They were fishing just outside the Lighthouse Gap and he caught this with a frozen shiner on a light colored jig in the wind and rain. It was his fourth time there in the last 2 years and he's now caught 2 walleyes over 30 inches since staying at the Wigwam Resort. He said that we must be good luck...I just think that he's that good of a fisherman. Thank you Jeff and Todd and we can't wait to see you again this fall on the Walleye Capital of the World!

Catch of the Day May 6, 2011

Tom Pearson with the Tom Holden Group holding on to his 68" Sturgeon...SMILE! We love it...this is what it's all about!

Catch of the Day April 9, 2011

Jake Miller of Hermantown, MN with this massive prehistoric dinasor Sturgeon, measuring out at 68". That's just simply AWESOME!

Catch of the Day April 8, 2011

Mike Melchert with this beauty Rainy River pre spawn 32" Walleye...Nice!

Catch of the Day February 12, 2011

26 1/2" Walleye, which was caught on an 1/8oz High Tied Jigs & Rigs Glow Pink Jigging Spoon in 29ft of water. Kent Andersen Amery, WI.

Catch of the Day January 29, 2011

Garrett Ravndahl from Baudette, MN

37-3/4" Northern Pike, Caught 150 feet off the end of the Wigwam Dock!

Catch of the Day January 8, 2011

Todd Anliker with a 27 1/2" Walleye - The Craig Graffunder Group

Catch of the Day December 21, 2010

Catch of the Day December 20, 2010

Catch of the Day December 14, 2010

The catch of the day for the Wigwam Resort was a 27" Walleye, which was caught by one of the Wigwam Resort guests, Dave Nelson.

Dave was fishing with a few of his buddies from the Twin Cities area (The Bergland/Sherwood Crew) when he hooked into this big bugger. He was fishing in one of the Wigwam Ice Houses in 24 feet of water. I wanted to thank Dave and the entire group for once again coming to Lake of the Woods to be our guests. Lake of the Woods inspires and amazes people each and every day...Lake of the Woods baby, Lake of the Woods. Thanks again for being our guests on Lake of the Woods, the BEST FRESHWATER FISHERY in the WORLD"!!!!

Come visit us today at the Wigwam Resort on Lake of the Woods...paradise without the passport. Call now and make your reservations with one of our knowledgeable staff members at the Wigwam Resort to start experiencing the best fresh water fishing in the world, right here on Lake of the Woods!

Catch of the Day December 11, 2010

The catch of the day for the Wigwam Resort was a 31" Walleye, which was caught by one of the Wigwam Resorts guests, Matt Mattson.

Matt was visiting us with his Wife when he hooked into this monster. Matt and his wife are from Mountain Iron, MN. They were fishing in one of the Wigwam Ice Houses in 21 feet of water. The trip when so well, Matt's wife gave him the go ahead to book another trip, just as long as she gets to come along. I think we have found another Lake of the Woods regular. Thanks for the visit guys and I look forward to seeing you back in January. Lake of the Woods inspires and amazes people each and every day...Lake of the Woods baby, Lake of the Woods. Thanks again for being our guests on Lake of the Woods, the BEST FRESHWATER FISHERY in the WORLD"!!!!

Catch of the Day December 9, 2010

The catch of the day for the Wigwam Resort was a 29-1/4" Walleye, which was caught by the Wigwam Resorts own Shane "Wiggles" Burk.

Shane was fishing with AJ "The Cooler" Anderson and the Wigwam Fisherman in one of the Wigwam Ice Houses. Wiggles delivers a colorful look at how you bring in one of Lake of the Woods most wanted Walleyes. Here is the link to the actual video of that Walleye being caught...enjoy. 12-9-10 LOW Ice Fishing Report Video with "Wiggles" 29-1/4" Walleye Lake of the Woods inspires and amazes people each and every day...Lake of the Woods baby, Lake of the Woods. Thanks again for being our guests on Lake of the Woods, the BEST FRESHWATER FISHERY in the WORLD"!!!!

Catch of the Day November, 1 2010

The catch of the day for the Wigwam Resort was a 31" Walleye, which was caught by the Wigwam Resorts own Jean-Paul Tessier aka Wigwam Fisherman.

J.P. was fishing off the Three Sisters and pulling a Blue/Silver/Red TDD9 Rapala when he hooked into this big bugger. He was out for only 2 hours between 3:30 and 5:30 PM and caught a 23", 27", 28" and this 31" monster. He's put the video on YouTube, so here's the link Late Fall Trolling for Monster Walleye on Lake of the Woods. Lake of the Woods inspires and amazes people each and every day...Lake of the Woods baby, Lake of the Woods. Thanks again for being our guests on Lake of the Woods, the BEST FRESHWATER FISHERY in the WORLD"!!!!

Catch of the Day October 18, 2010

The catch of the day for the Wigwam Resort was a 26" Walleye, which was caught by one of the Wigwam Resort's guests, Jerry Amenson.

Jerry is from Des Moines, IA.

Jerry was fishing with his good buddy Alan Cook from Roland, IA. Jerry caught this big bugger in Morris Point Gap while using an Orange/Chartreuse jig and they were fishing in 13-1/2 feet of water. It was a pleasure seeing both you and Alan hooking into nice Walleyes. I look forward to seeing you both back in the very near future. Lake of the Woods inspires and amazes people each and every day...Lake of the Woods baby, Lake of the Woods. Thanks again for being our guests on Lake of the Woods, the BEST FRESHWATER FISHERY in the WORLD"!!!!

Catch of the Day October 17, 2010

The catch of the day for the Wigwam Resort was a 27" Walleye, which was caught by one of the Wigwam Resort's guests, Alan Cook.

Alan is from Roland, IA.

Alan is visiting us with his friend Jerry Amenson from Des Moines, IA. This is the second Fall season in a row I've seen the happy friends at the Wigwam Resort. Alan was fishing with an Orange/Chartreuse Jig in 12 1/2 feet of water in the Morris Point Gap. Lake of the Woods inspires and amazes people each and every day...Lake of the Woods baby, Lake of the Woods. Thanks again for being our guests on Lake of the Woods, the BEST FRESHWATER FISHERY in the WORLD"!!!!

Catch of the Day September 19, 2010

The catch of the day for the Wigwam Resort was a 27" Walleye, which was caught by one of the Wigwam Resort's guests, Troy Kirsch.

Troy is from Duluth, MN.

Troy was visiting us with his father and brother when he hooked into this big bugger. They were fishing in 31 feet of water and loving it. After talking with Troy's father that evening, I knew there were a few more people hooked on Lake of the Woods. Troy was introduced to the Wigwam by one of my cousins, and I hope that the experience was one to remember. I personally want to thank Troy, his father and brother for giving Lake of the Woods the opportunity to show you what she's made of. I look forward to seeing you all back in the very near future. Lake of the Woods inspires and amazes people each and every day...Lake of the Woods baby, Lake of the Woods. Thanks again for being our guests on Lake of the Woods, the BEST FRESHWATER FISHERY in the WORLD"!!!!

Catch of the Day September 11, 2010

The catch of the day for the Wigwam Resort was a 26" Walleye, which was caught by one of the Wigwam Resort's guests, Jeff Olson.

Jeff is from Andover, MN.

Jeff was fishing in Bostic Creek while casting for Northern Pike when he hooked into the biggest Walleye he's ever caught. This was the first time that I've see a Walleye come out of that area this year, but that means there moving in. When he hooked into it he thought it might just have been a smaller Northern, but then he got a glimpse of it...what a fish! I personally want to thank Jeff and his entire family for giving Lake of the Woods the opportunity to show them the best of what she has to offer. Lake of the Woods inspires and amazes people each and every day...Lake of the Woods baby, Lake of the Woods. Thanks again for being our guests on Lake of the Woods, the BEST FRESHWATER FISHERY in the WORLD"!!!!

Catch of the Day August 28, 2010

The catch of the day for the Wigwam Resort was a 30" Walleye, which was caught by one of the Wigwam Resort's guests, Edwin Gingerich.

Edwin is from Gonvick, MN.

They do it again! Edwin was fishing with Billy "The Sniper" Kloos when he hooked into this monster Walleye. They were anchored and jigging with a frozen shiner as bait. I guess Edwin didn't want Marie to show him up...haha. Lake of the Woods inspires and amazes people each and every day...Lake of the Woods baby, Lake of the Woods. Thanks again for being our guests on Lake of the Woods, the BEST FRESHWATER FISHERY in the WORLD"!!!!

Catch of the Day August 27, 2010

The catch of the day for the Wigwam Resort was a 42", 23 lb. Northern Pike, which was caught by one of the Wigwam Resort's guests, Marie Gingerich.

Marie is from Gonvick, MN.

Well this one is a great story. I had just arrived to the resort at about 6:40 AM when I saw the happy couple of Edwin and Marie Gingerich with smiles on their faces. They walked out of the Wigwam Fish Cleaning House as the sun beammed from the east and I had to ask them what was happening. They informed me that not even 5 minutes earlier they hooked into this big Northern Pike just off the end of the Wigwam main dock. I had to see it for my own eyes, and this was a monster for sure. Marie hooked into this big bugger with a spinner bait and a minnow...I love it! Later that day they had some of the best Walleye fishing they've ever had. They said this was the best day ever! I've been fishing all over Lake of the Woods for these big Northern Pike, but I guess I should have been fishing off our dock. Lake of the Woods inspires and amazes people each and every day...Lake of the Woods baby, Lake of the Woods. Thanks again for being our guests on Lake of the Woods, the BEST FRESHWATER FISHERY in the WORLD"!!!!

Catch of the Day August 6, 2010

The catch of the day for the Wigwam Resort was a 28-1/2" Walleye, which was caught by one of the Wigwam Resort's guests, Chad Endres.

Chad is from Andover, MN.

Chad was visiting us over the weekend with a group of buddies and Tom had the pleasure of taking themfishing for the first day and that's when Chad hooked into this big bugger of a Walleye. He was fishing with a Rapala Tail Dancer. They were fishing out from Lighthouse Gap in 32 feet of water. Tom had them pulling plugs and that was the golden ticket when the wind died down in the afternoon. I hope the experience you guys had this summer will bring you back year after year. I personally want to thank Chad and his entire group for giving Lake of the Woods the opportunity to show them the best of what she has to offer. Lake of the Woods inspires and amazes people each and every day...Lake of the Woods baby, Lake of the Woods. Thanks again for being our guests on Lake of the Woods, the BEST FRESHWATER FISHERY in the WORLD"!!!!

Catch of the Day August 6, 2010

The catch of the day for the Wigwam Resort was a 28-1/2" Walleye, which was caught by one of the Wigwam Resort's guests, Chad Endres.

Chad is from Andover, MN.

Chad was visiting us over the weekend with a group of buddies and Tom had the pleasure of taking them fishing for the first day and that's when Chad hooked into this big bugger of a Walleye. He was fishing with a Rapala Tail Dancer. They were fishing out from Lighthouse Gap in 32 feet of water. Tom had them pulling plugs and that was the golden ticket when the wind died down in the afternoon. I hope the experience you guys had this summer will bring you back year after year. I personally want to thank Chad and his entire group for giving Lake of the Woods the opportunity to show them the best of what she has to offer. Lake of the Woods inspires and amazes people each and every day...Lake of the Woods baby, Lake of the Woods. Thanks again for being our guests on Lake of the Woods, the BEST FRESHWATER FISHERY in the WORLD"!!!!

Catch of the Day August 1, 2010

The catch of the day for the Wigwam Resort was a 30" Walleye, which was caught by one of the Wigwam Resort's guests, Mike Emory.

Mike is from Richmond, VA.

Mike has been visiting us for the past week with a few buddies when he landed this monster Walleye. He was fishing with a Pink and Blue TD11 Rapala Tail Dancer. They were fishing out from Lighthouse Gap in 32 feet of water, early in the morning. This is the first time he and his group have fished Lake of the Woods since the mid 80's, and they are very impressed with fishery we have at our disposal. I hope the experience you guys had this summer will bring you back year after year. I personally want to thank Mike and their entire group for giving the Minnesota side of Lake of the Woods another shot. Lake of the Woods inspires and amazes people each and every day...Lake of the Woods baby, Lake of the Woods. Thanks again for being our guests on Lake of the Woods, the BEST FRESHWATER FISHERY in the WORLD"!!!!

Catch of the Day July 24, 2010

The catch of the day for the Wigwam Resort was a 31", 11.5 lb Walleye, which was caught by one of the Wigwam Resort's guests, Gordon Hulbert.

Gordon is from Laurel Montana.

Gordon has been visiting us for the past 5 days with a few buddies. Gordon was fishing about 6 miles out of Lighthouse Gap off the US/Canadian line when he hooked into this big Walleye. He was fishing with a TD-11 Tail Dancer Rapala. This is the first time he and his group have fished Lake of the Woods since the mid 80's, and they are very impressed with fishery we have at our disposal. I personally want to thank Gordon and the "Mike Emory Group" for giving the Minnesota side of Lake of the Woods another shot. Lake of the Woods inspires and amazes people each and every day...Lake of the Woods baby, Lake of the Woods. Thanks again for being our guests on Lake of the Woods, the BEST FRESHWATER FISHERY in the WORLD"!!!!

Catch of the Day July 5, 2010

The catch of the day for the Wigwam Resort was a 30 1/2" Walleye, which was caught by one of the Wigwam Resort's guests, Wendy Barutt.

Wendy is from Melrose, MN.

Wendy was visiting us with her husband Bob when she set the hook on this Monster Walleye on the 5th of July. They were fishing with the Wigwam's own Kevin "Tall Tale" Olmstead. Wendy was using a Gold Jig with a leech and they were fishing in 30 feet of water about 4 1-2 miles out of Lighthouse Gap, northwest of Pine Island. As I spoke with the happy couple, Bob wanted to take a little credit for the catch, but I think it goes all the Wendy. Thank you guys for giving the Wigwam Resort the opportunity to have you as our guest over the 4th of July weekend. We look forward to seeing you guys again in the verynear future. Lake of the Woods inspires and amazes people each and every day...Lake of the Woods baby, Lake of the Woods. Thanks again for being our guests on Lake of the Woods, the BEST FRESHWATER FISHERY in the WORLD"!!!!

Catch of the Day July 4, 2010

The catch of the day for the Wigwam Resort was a 27" Walleye, which was caught by one of the Wigwam Resort's guests, Brian Blegen.

Brian is from the Twin Cities area.

Brian was visiting us with his buddy Matt Goff (the last catch of the day) when he caught this beauty. He was using a pink and gold jig with a leech this time and they were fishing in 32 feet of water again. All I have to say is the big fish are in the big body of water. I hope you guys had a blast and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Lake of the Woods inspires and amazes people each and every day...Lake of the Woods baby, Lake of the Woods. Thanks again for being our guests on Lake of the Woods, the BEST FRESHWATER FISHERY in the WORLD"!!!!

Catch of the Day July 3, 2010

The catch of the day for the Wigwam Resort was an awesome 29 1/2" Walleye, which was caught by one of the Wigwam Resort's guests, Matt Goff.

Matt is from the Twin Cities area.

Matt was visiting us and fishing with one of his buddies, Brian Blegen when he hooked into this whopper of a Walleye. They were fishing in 32 feet of water in the mud and he was using a pink and gold jig with a frozen shiner. Matt stated to me that this was the best day of fishing he had ever had. That has become a common phrase used by a number of our guests this summer. This is awesome and I have to say congratulations on the awes