Captain
Brandon Norten

Member since May 2024 White Bear Lake, United States
Background
I'm a Minnesota muskie fishing guide, based in the Twin Cities area. I've been fishing my entire life and the passion only continues to grow. Musky fishing is my specialty, I've been chasing these amazing fish for over 20 years. I live and guide in the Twin Cities metro area of Minneapolis Minnesota. I love the challenge of musky fishing and I am genuinely passionate about teaching my guide clients everything I've learned over the years. There is nothing more rewarding than helping someone catch their first musky, or their biggest musky, or even watching them witness their first musky follow!
Techniques
I'm mainly a casting guide, there is nothing like interacting with a giant musky as it follows your bait to the boat. I will accomodate for trolling trips when the conditions work for trolling. Generally trolling takes place in the fall, during windy conditions that won't allow boat control with my electric trolling motor, or when clients are unable to effectively cast.

Hey, I'm Captain Brandon Norten

White Bear Lake, United States
Background
I'm a Minnesota muskie fishing guide, based in the Twin Cities area. I've been fishing my entire life and the passion only continues to grow. Musky fishing is my specialty, I've been chasing these amazing fish for over 20 years. I live and guide in the Twin Cities metro area of Minneapolis Minnesota. I love the challenge of musky fishing and I am genuinely passionate about teaching my guide clients everything I've learned over the years. There is nothing more rewarding than helping someone catch their first musky, or their biggest musky, or even watching them witness their first musky follow!
Techniques
I'm mainly a casting guide, there is nothing like interacting with a giant musky as it follows your bait to the boat. I will accomodate for trolling trips when the conditions work for trolling. Generally trolling takes place in the fall, during windy conditions that won't allow boat control with my electric trolling motor, or when clients are unable to effectively cast.
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Musky Geek Guide Service LLC

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(8 reviews)
White Bear Lake
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Fishing Reports

Minnesota Musky opener
Minnesota Musky opener
May 28, 2025 White Bear Lake
Muskie opener is only a couple weeks away, and I couldn't be more excited! The weather this spring is shaping up to be an incredible start to the muskie season. A nice stretch of weather before opener will have weed growth looking really good. I expect the 35-42 inch males will be using the weeds and the big females will be in open water! One thing I love about early season musky fishing is that the fish can be anywhere from the shallow weedy flats, out into open water basins, and everywhere in between. Book your trip now, I have a couple of dates left on the calendar!
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Weed cruising walleyes!
Weed cruising walleyes!
May 27, 2025 White Bear Lake
Walleyes and bass are active on the deep weeds. We're getting them with a very simple tactic, the Ned rig! Probably one of the easiest ways to catch fish! Musky opener is approaching quickly and things are looking great for the opener. I still have a few dates availabe in June!
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June Moon Muskies
June Moon Muskies
Mar 24, 2025 White Bear Lake
Full moon and new moon time periods can help influence a very consistent muskie bite. With the June season opener just around the corner, I'm starting to fill dates in these time frames. Don't wait, book your trip before it's too late. Be sure to ask about the moon dates.
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Rod Talk
Rod Talk
Feb 11, 2025 White Bear Lake
We are right at the start of the winter musky show season, and a lot of you are looking for new musky rods to add to your arsenal. With a market that is flooded with rod options, there is a lot of brands out there to choose from, and it can be overwhelming to say the least. Lots of questions to find the answers to when it comes to buying a new rod. What brand, what length, what power? etc. My go-to rod brand is Tackle Industries, I've trusted these rods for the last 6 seasons. With lengths that vary from 7'6 all the way up to 10'6 telescoping models, you will be able to find a rod that fits your needs. Whether you are looking to fish from a kayak, looking for a new do-it-all rod, or one to fish specific baits with, you will find it from Tackle Industries. As a guide, I need a variety of lengths and powers to meet the demands of the anglers that fish with. These rods are well built, light weight, and extremely comfortable to cast for long hours. I'll be at the Minnesota Muskie Expo hanging out in their Booth March 7-9th 2025, stop by and chat musky rods. If you want to order online you can use coupon code muskygeek15 for a discount.
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July Bass Trips
July Bass Trips
Jan 21, 2025 White Bear Lake
New for the 2025 season, July Largemouth bass trips are now available! This is a 6 hour AM trip geared specifically for bass fishing. With lots of ways to catch fish, we will find a good bite! July can provide some of the best bass fishing of the entire season, and is a great time to get a pig largemouth! Don't hesitate to book your trip as availability will be very limited!
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June Giants
June Giants
Jan 21, 2025 White Bear Lake
June is historically one of the best months of the season and dates are starting to book up, especially for the new moon "HOT" dates. Don't hesitate, book your June trip NOW before it's too late. Message me for more details.
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Shawn F.
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SO CLOSE!!!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Musky Trip (AM) on June 13, 2024
My recent fishing trip with Brandon โ€œMusky Geekโ€ Novek was exciting from start to finish. Brandonโ€™s deep knowledge and...
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Neal W.
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Great guide, highly recommended

VERIFIED   4 Hour Musky Trip (AM) on August 24, 2024
Had a great time on the water with Brandon.ย  He was extremely patient with my 12 year old son and very knowledgeable about...
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Tife A.
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An Amazing Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Musky Trip (AM) on August 17, 2024
we are beginners at fishing and brandon knew how to help us when we didnโ€™t know what to do. Took us to great spots where...
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Bryan R.
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Awesome Trip!

VERIFIED   3 Trip Package (MUSKY ONLY) on September 28, 2024
Great setup and gear, and caught fish. Brandon was awesome. Couldnโ€™t have had a better experience.
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Bass fishing

VERIFIED   4 Hour Musky Trip (AM) on June 10, 2024
Brandon was very nice and helpful. Heโ€™s really good with kids and has a lot of patience.
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