This is easily the best fishing channel on KZfaq. None of that stupid-ass, loud, obnoxious, ridiculous "music" and no faked emotions. Just the sounds of a man at one with nature...well done.

His casting precision is really impressive.

Nice! No hoot and holler, no swearing. Humble.Peaceful. Thanks!

Best kayak fishing channel I have seen in my whole life.. calm and clear.. no jumping and screaming like everyone else. Love it

Man, you are a terrific caster, it's not easy throwing those things under the trees and bushes and not getting hung up all the time. Great channel!

I've had other BPM baits kzfaq.infoUgkxCbNOWAGmn6nfbCbJDmasvBq7J38KZNw2 before and they've pretty much always came through for me with the suskie smallies here and even with the walleye and pike, but I realized I didn't have an "in-between" pattern so this junebug one fills that role in no problem. it pairs up magnificently with a junebug Zoom Z-craw Jr that was trimmed a couple millimeters before the hook slots and rigged sideways for that fatter panfish side profile while still being a nice'n'compact presentation, a real power-finesse bait. Hell, it was so pretty I even bothered to fotosketch the pic into a watercolor painting image just to show you it's beauty! Even the blades are really well made, sure, they're not of Hildebrandt-level exquisiteness but look at the bead's reflection on the colorado blade, definitely well-made! The only "problem" spot it had was a bald spot in the skirt but it was nothing that I couldn't easily fix with a but of tuggin'n'shiftin' with the strands for a couple of seconds, besides that it is pretty minty!

After watching a few episodes, i feel comfortable saying you are the Bob Ross of fishing.

I can’t believe how good this guy is at casting. Like…he could literally hit a bullseye if you had one in the water somewhere.

So nice to see green trees and blue skies! I just came in from shoveling snow.

This is hands down the best fishing channel.

Ima newbie to fishing my dad never showed me or took me fishing but watching you cast and talk about where ur fishing and just watching you enjoy fishing is aweosme to watch. One love brother

So, I noticed something odd about your videos, ND; when watching your vids, I get a feeling of calm relaxation that I myself do not achieve when I am out on the water...your "zen-ness" is just awesome. As others have said, there's no obnoxious music or forced emotions; you're just a guy in a kayak enjoying a day doing what you love! Maybe I'm too invested in myself when fishing vs. watching someone else, but DAMN are you great to watch! Thanks for the videos and advice! I hope to one day get up to the Boundary Waters for a 7-10 day kayaking trip and land me some of those Pike they're famous for. FISH ON!!!

Ahhh...glad I found this channel! No BS, no fake corny emotions. No hand and fingers rolled up in a fist held to your mouth "Oh my God Oh My god" "Did you just see that?". Appreciate the quality content, and your skill. This makes me miss the personality and culture of the upper midwest. Thanks.

The Bob Ross of fishing is back! All those happy little lures catching happy little fish. Love this channel.

Wow, the swimming motion of the lure looks very realistic. I have never seen a rat lure before, so cool. 👍🎣

Thanks for taking me along! I enjoyed "our" fishing trip! I was so into it and relaxing!

Thank you so much for still having content to release in winter. It keeps me sane

I used to live in Riverdale, ND and this is bringing back great memories of fishing below the Garrison dam. So beautiful. Thank you for the video!

I’m 77, my grandfather was born in the 1800s. I remember his tacklebox and his tackle, he had several mice lures. One of them was extremely realistic. I believe in his day it was quite bait. Unfortunately, I was too young when he died. All his fishing equipment was given away. I would’ve loved his lures…. And other equipment he had.

So thankful you save warm weather vids to post in the winter. I needed this!

My parents have been fighting lately and you inspired me to go fishing with my family and make them make the fighting stop. Thank you for inspiring me to go fishing..

Nothing better than being able to share your fishing adventures. The rivers and scenery are amazing and the fish are to. Thanks for sharing

Really enjoying your channel. Fun, honest, fishing with no BS. Bonus points for being one of the few fish-tubers who is in no way obnoxious 😂. Tight lines!

I get into your videos so much, you do a wonderful job taking us fans through the journey with you. I swear, each video goes so quick because of pure enjoyment, the video finishes and I'm thinking to myself that it feels like it just started! You could produce 1-2 hour videos and I can promise you fans like myself would love it! Such great stuff. Makes me dream about open water. 18" of ice melting to go haha!!!

As always, excellent video. Thanks for being out there and letting us follow along.

Dude, you're a sniper with that rod, fantastic casting!

Beautiful day! Thanks for sharing the outdoors with everyone, and thanks for displaying pure, ethical sportsmanship for others to model after!

Sweet video, feeling the natural surroundings in the sound of bird calls and rushing water, some outstanding casting accuracy around/under trees, and a number of nice fish brought in to boot, thanks for sharing.

The accuracy and speed with which you cast is very impressive.An entertaining and informative video. Thank you

I caught the biggest fish of my life, a 35 pound Northern, with a 1941 Record rod and reel combo and an even older lure, a Preske Perch.

You're an expert shot with that bait casting reel. Don't get many Pike or Muskie this far south so it's nice to see fishing that I've never done. Thanks for sharing.

These back dated "winter" videos are kinda like heart beats.... good to know you still have a pulse! Hang in there spring isn't too far away!!

Dang man just love these videos really look forward to them you’re getting me SO unbelievably pumped for fishing season! Ima have to get me a rat and some of those swim baits to toss on my recently acquired first bait casting set up! Thanks Matt!

The accuracy of your casting always amazes me! Kudos brother

I like your channel! I too love to fish the back waters of the northern United States and Canada for Bass, Pike and BIG Musky!! Those little Pike are trying to be Pike!! From the time I was a little kid my Dad and Uncles told me don't mess with little lures if you want big fish. They were right!! Your voice makes you the "Bob Ross" of big game fishing.

Watching this guy made my blood pressure go down ten points! He’s so calm and can real sling that bait..lol..

I don’t fish as a hobby/pastime but stumbled upon your channel and found it throughly enjoyable and relaxing 😊 👍

Your content and fishing videos are simply top notch doesnt matter what your fishing for I watch them all keep up the awesome work and tight lines.

Thank You!!!!! I feel like I went fishing. Good narrative, great to see the topwater. And yes, the precision casting is really cool to watch. Now, I'm watching in February in Maine.........gotta be patient for a while yet.

I have never watched a fishing video from start to finish until this. I commend you. High quality stuff.

I have said it before and i will say it again. Sir, your casting ability is second to none!

You got some mad casting skills, my brother.

Thanks for the ride-along! I gotta say you cast with some amazing precision - very impressive!

I never heard of this gentleman, but it was relaxing watching him fish, you got a sub sir!

I can vouch for that awesome control over the placement of your lure! Nice, some of the best casting I've seen. Good luck on the biggie. 👀🎣❤️💯

The Bob Ross of Anglers

Gosh, this makes me miss the central and north central Midwest. I’m 64 originally from Kansas and moved to south Texas Hill Country. Lots of wildlife, but 100 degrees like everyday June - October. Not many “lazy” rivers around here either. They dry up fast. Great Channel.

The best fishing sounds, commentary, imagery, and execution of task ever 👌

Love the fact that you show yourself casting and casting and not catching anything. Sick of the highlight reels on other channels. Great video!

Thanks for taking us along. Very relaxing.

You have such a laid-back, relaxing voice, it's a pleasure to listen to you.

I always hit the like button BEFORE I watch the video. This guy never disappoints!

This is my favorite way to start a morning

Even if you didn’t catch a thing, where you launched was a great way to spend a day. Beautiful sunny day birds singing, water was calm. You can’t beat a day like that on the water.

Looks like a great day on the water! Tough to beat hooking into some nice pike!

It's amazing how much nicer your winters are than over here in Michigan! 😆

Just found yr channel, ND fishing is great. Lived there for 20 years or so and fished many body of waters . This has brought back good memories ty.

Hahaha - first time I've ever seen an imitation 'Rat' used for fishing. That's a first for me! 😃👍

Buying my first kayak this spring because of your videos. Thanks for the content!!

cool:) That rat lure have a nice movement in the water! Theres a small lake with pikes nearby were I live. The back of the pikes there are pitch black with barely visible patterns with no spots. Only a small portion on the underside are white/greenish. The bottom of the lake are black, covered in alot of debree and old branches etc. Greetings from Norway!

I like to believe those first three Pike you caught were just the same Pike, hanging around and being in general agreement with your sentiment, that it is indeed the perfect day to be out, as you said. Wonderful video. Office Space's Peter Gibbons wishes he could come home from his job and think that he's been fishing all day, and here you are actually making it a reality. That's so cool. 👍

This guy is the Bob Ross of fishing. “Look at that little guy, right here.”

From the very beginning I was in tension as though it was me who was fishing and waiting for the water surface to explode as a monster snaps at the lure. My favourite fishing channel hands down. The best moment of my Sunday before going to bed, definitely.

Have not watched your channel in some time but it's definitely one of my favorites !

You have a very pleasant voice and I LOVE FISHING!! I’ve never seen that lure. I Jesse to deep sea fish for the big tuna! I’ve lost count how many I’ve caught but what a joy. Thank you for sharing this

This is my new fishing channel. That looked like a lot of fun. The weather was nice. A couple of decent pike. Solitude. What more could you ask for? Excellent. Thank you.

Don't you love the fact that he catches a big pike he needs two hands to hold stable, and says "It's just a small one," meanwhile the biggest fish I've ever caught was a 4 1/2 pound smallmouth bass. 🤣 I love your content, keep it up, man!

I love how calming these vids are

I've been fishing spots and stripes my entire life. Watching you test these strange new lures out is great and has helped me learn new things to try and catch so many more fish than I thought was possible. Topwater is the best! Thank you for the time you spend making these vids.

Love the point of view fishing. Ace job handling those fish. A lovely body of water. Thanks for the trip!

Quality video as always. Love the casting technique as well!

That lure is incredible as is your casting precision. Subbed.

Hoping I see you on the water this upcoming spring good sir. Always nice to get a taste of summer in these videos during these bleak winter months.

Nice to see a fisherman releasing all the catches back to the water wthout hurting them much!

I've been a subscriber for a good while and I couldn't be happier to see the numbers your getting these days!... Your the Bob Ross of fishing... a very ASMR/chill vibe to your videos....(dude has never asked once to click or subscribe or comment, or buy some merch.)...Godbless and Godspeed to all the fishing family! Tight lines everyday!

I can’t wait for spring. Definitely gonna try a rat this year.

First youtube fisher i've seen with a net and set the hooks just hard enough to not damage the fish to bad, love how calm you stay in the video's

Your casting accuracy is very impressive sir.

Water is frozen here. Snowing we we speak. I don’t know how much longer I’ll last but I sure could use a little kayak action right now

Matt you rock! Love the channel and content! Peace

Been really stressed this week but listening and watching Matt fish really does help relax. Thank you Matt. Happy Easter to you love listening to the birds chirping

He caught like 10 pikes and goes: there is kinda slow fishing today... pft. Dude, you caught more fish most of us do in a whole day 😮

Love your videos! Great success almost always

i agree with russell this guys casting is NICE sometimes i can get a bit cocky when fishing with my friends but this guy would calmly show me a thing or two

I got myself a similar rat a few weeks ago. Watching this has got me even more anxious from spring to arrive and try it!! Those were some great looking Pike. 👌💯

I call you the "Bob Ross of KZfaq anglers". You calmly say "That's exciting", when snagging these monsters, and I would be having heart failure! Very entertaining and informative videos. I don't have these monsters near me in Oregon, but I'm going to try the whopper plopper for smallies this year.

These videos are great,makes me want to fish more each time i see them.i was a die hard lake fisherman,now i see river fishing is where its at.keep posting these videos,there great.

As a kid back in the 50s my dad would take me fishing in the north channel of Georgian bay near lIttle Current Ont.we would fish early in the AM for bait(perch) and fish for muskies and pike the rest of the day, great memories

Nice chat and very entertaining in a beautiful spot. This guy sure knows what he's doing, and he's an excellent caster. Being a Brit, I'm obviously familiar with pike and carp, but I've never heard of a muskey so will now check it out.

I broke my shoulder from a bike accident at the start of the year and haven't went fishing this season. Your videos have been amazing to watch and help me plan my first trip once I'm healed.

Looking forward for this to be a regular thing again for you. I’m sure you’re missing it. Hope things went well for you this winter and didn’t have to pick up any extra jobs or anything.

You're so charizmatic and skilled at fishing. Really enjoyed this video.

In the famous words in Jaws, “we’re going to need a bigger boat!”

I know absolutely nothing about fishing, but even I can tell that this guy knows exactly what he’s doing.

Yes!! Love it when you post!!

Youre making me fall in love with South Dakota. Some nice water here and definitely some nice Pike. I always enjoy your videos. Great content.

I'm always impressed when when anglers are able to cast near trees like that. I get hung up often when i attempt it.

Man, how did you learn to cast like that; your placement is perfection!

Is not the fact that is a rat, but the motion of almost anything moving on top water, any fish that is a predator is likley to go for a bite.

Another awesome fresh water fishing video , the best in America . And the whole thing was done with great commentary and No stupid music !