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Captain Brian Koshenina
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Captain Brian Koshenina

Minneapolis, United States
Angler's choice
250+ reviews
Hi, I'm Captain Brian Koshenina, owner/operator of Muskies and More Guide Service. I started fishing at the age of 4 and haven't stopped since. From tournament fishing for Bass, Walleye and Musky to Salmon fishing in Alaska and shark fishing in California, my passion for fishing runs deep! I believe in family, fishing and fun. Fishing is 'therapy' and what a better way to enjoy a day on the water than letting me do all the work while you relax and catch fish!

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Rating

5.0
461 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

99%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
92%
Caught fish

All reviews (461)

Showing 1 – 5 of 461 reviews
  • Mathew Lange
    Mathew Lange
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    outstanding opportunity to better yourself as an angler

    Half Day Trip - 4:00 PM • 2 adults

    Brian was an absolute pleasure to fish with! His knowledge of musky fishing is incredible, and no matter what question you throw at him, he has an answer backed by experience and passion. He makes the entire experience enjoyable, educational, and memorable. You can tell he genuinely loves what he does, and that passion shines through every minute on the water. If you’re looking for a musky guide who knows his stuff and is just as great to be around as he is knowledgeable, Brian is your guy. Highly recommend!

    Response from Captain

    thank you Matt! I had a great time with you and Sydney and honestly that was the best pumpkin bread I think I've ever had! tell her great job. I look forward to the possibility of fishing with you guys again. have a great rest of your weekend.

  • Robert Stanisch
    Robert Stanisch
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    This is the one you're looking for.

    Full Day Trip • 2 adults

    Just a great trip. Been on more than a few guided fishing charters and although al have been great, there's alwayssome nit to pick, but not here. Willing to changes lures, techniques, hell even lakes (we didn't, but right off the bat Captain said if we needed to head to another lake it wouldn't be an issue)! We ended up with 30+ fish i the boat, some small, some picture worthy. Bass, northern and walleye were the targeted species and Captain put us on them. Boat was super clean and well maintained, great layout for 3 to cast comfortably. If you are a seasoned angler or a rookie, don't hesitate, thia is the one you are looking for!

    Reported catch:
    Largemouth Bass
    Walleye
    Northern Pike
    Response from Captain

    Thank you Bob! had a great time getting to know you and Jeff. enjoy the Slayer concert! Rock on! if you go to the fair duck and duck often. other than that have a great rest of your stay enjoy mystic Lake. look forward to the possibility of fishing with you guys again!

  • Garrett Rembold
    Garrett Rembold
    us
    South Dakota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great experience!

    Half Day Trip • 3 adults • 1 child

    Captain Brian took my wife, son, and I fishing at Lake Riley and the action started as soon as we had our line in the water. The fishing was great and the time spent with Brian was even better. We caught a lot good size large mouth bass, crappie, bluegills, and sunfish. My wife even caught a big walleye! Captain Brian was very generous in sharing his fishing knowledge with my son. My son is usually shy around new people, but warmed up to Brian very quickly. He said the best part of our trip was not only the fishing, but Captain Brian made him feel like he's known him for years! We highly recommend fishing with Captain Brian and my son is already planning our next fishing trip with him!

    Reported catch:
    Largemouth Bass
    Walleye
    Crappie
    Sunfish
    Response from Captain

    thank you Garrett! I had such a good time with you guys and I'm glad bet you all had fun and want to come back again. I'm looking forward to the possibility of fishing with you guys. have a great rest of your summer

  • Jonathan Vessey
    Jonathan Vessey
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Highly recommended!

    Half Day Trip • 3 adults • 2 children

    As soon as we got the boat, my kids said “you need to leave a five star review!” - and I agree. In fact, it’s a day later and I have already highly recommended Captain Brian as a guide to a friend we saw today. Brian is knowledgeable, thoughtful and made for a great experience for me (dad) and my two kids. He gave real thought to how to make the experience a good one for each of us and struck a great balance of letting us take the reins and do all the fishing while also being willing to step in and lend a hand whenever was necessary (like if a kid needed a fish taken off the hook and my hands were full). He was patient and took the time to help my kids with casting and other fundamental of fishing, so I would highly recommend him for families or people just getting into fishing - but at the same time, I think he would be great for more advanced fishing excursions looking for specific types of fish too. We caught tons of fish and my kids have loved telling their friends about the big bass we caught. Brian’s communication before the trip was great and we really enjoyed his company and stories, too. Highly recommended!

    Reported catch:
    Crappie
    Sunfish
    Largemouth Bass
    Response from Captain

    Thank you Jonathan. I had a great time with you guys. ended up being a really nice day on the lake. I'm happy you guys caught fish and I look forward to the possibility of seeing you again! Happy Fourth of July have a great weekend.

  • Brian Grabau
    Brian Grabau
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best guide ever!

    Half Day Trip • 2 adults

    Brian was amazing! He took us out and we caught fish after fish. You can forsure say we had an exceptional fishing trip! We may habe been lucky and been fishing at the right time to catch as many as we did but knowing the waters and habing the roght equipment and bait and experience is also a part of it. We caught multiple fish species. We had a very fun time. Every dollar spent was well worth it. I will always recommend Brian and his guide services to anyone and everyone. If I could rate Brian 100 stars, it still wouldnt be enough for the experience we had. You won't be disappointed.

    Reported catch:
    Northern Pike
    Smallmouth Bass
    Sunfish
    Response from Captain

    Wow thank you very much! I had a lot of fun And I'm glad they caught fish and And had a good time. I look forward to the possibility of fishing with you guys again! I really appreciate this. have fun on vermilion

Real catches shared by our community

  • Muskies And More Guide Service
    Muskies And More Guide ServiceMinneapolis, MN
    Adult angler and young companion proudly hold a large muskellunge on a small fishing boat surrounded by calm autumn lake waters.
    Fish 1
    Muskellunge (Musky)
    PRIME TIME is NOW! If you're looking for a chance to catch a fish of a lifetime, now is the best time to do it. Book now to hold your spot!
  • Muskies And More Guide Service
    Muskies And More Guide ServiceMinneapolis, MN
    Two adult anglers proudly display a large muskellunge on a fishing boat during a freshwater lake trip.
    Fish 1
    Muskellunge (Musky)
    It's been a busy fall! Muskies in the boat almost daily. Book now for your chance at a fish of a lifetime, a true Minnesota Giant
  • Muskies And More Guide Service
    Muskies And More Guide ServiceMinneapolis, MN
    Two adult anglers proudly hold a large muskellunge aboard a freshwater fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Muskellunge (Musky)
    Daniel M.
    Daniel M.
    My son and i came from Virginia to catch a muskie and very very pleased with our trip. Captain Brian is a very knowledgeable angler and excellent companion to have in a boat. He put us on multiple pike on day one and my son caught a very nice Muskie on day two. But even if we had not caught one, it was a pleasure to spend two days fishing with Brian, his knowledge is extensive and his personality is great! I would recommend a trip with him to anyone!
  • Muskies And More Guide Service
    Muskies And More Guide ServiceMinneapolis, MN
    Angler proudly holds a large spotted seatrout aboard a fishing boat on open coastal water.
    Fish 1
    Muskellunge (Musky)
    Ethan N.
    Ethan N.
    Came down from Canada to visit my sister and figured we would get some fishing in. Had a wonderful experience with Captain Brian, he was extremely informative and immediately made us feel comfortable. To top it off we caught a beautiful spotted muskie!
  • Muskies And More Guide Service
    Muskies And More Guide ServiceMinneapolis, MN
    Three anglers proudly displaying a large Muskellunge while fishing on a lake, showcasing a successful outing.
    Fish 1
    Muskellunge (Musky)
    Lock in your October Musky trip! It's been a great fall so far..
  • Muskies And More Guide Service
    Muskies And More Guide ServiceMinneapolis, MN
    Young angler and two companions proudly display a large muskellunge on a freshwater fishing boat, with rods and boat electronics visible.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Muskellunge (Musky)
    Jarrett M.
    Jarrett M.
    We had a great time fishing with Brian!! He is a great guide and put us on some big fish!! I would highly recommend going out with Brian, and hopefully will get another chance to cast a line with him in the future!
  • Muskies And More Guide Service
    Muskies And More Guide ServiceMinneapolis, MN
    Angler proudly displaying a large Muskie while fishing from a boat on a clear day.
    Fish 1
    Muskellunge (Musky)
    Musky season is in Full swing! Now is the best time of year to hunt these elusive fish. Book now for your chance at a "Fish of a lifetime"!
  • Muskies And More Guide Service
    Muskies And More Guide ServiceMinneapolis, MN
    Adult angler holding a large largemouth bass aboard a boat on a cloudy freshwater lake.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Jared L.
    Jared L.
    we caught like 40+ fish and a pb bass
  • Muskies And More Guide Service
    Muskies And More Guide ServiceMinneapolis, MN
    Angler proudly displaying a large Muskellunge while on a fishing boat, surrounded by a scenic lake backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Muskellunge (Musky)
    Travis V.
    Travis V.
    If he wasn't guiding you, he'd be fishing for himself. His passion led us to dialed in fishing. Perfect depths, massive strikes, and fish of a lifetime for everyone in the boat. Thanks, Brian! We'll be back.
  • Muskies And More Guide Service
    Muskies And More Guide ServiceMinneapolis, MN
    Angler proudly displaying a Crappie while fishing on a lake, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Crappie
    Amy R.
    Amy R.

What's biting with Muskies And More Guide Service in Minneapolis

Rush out at the beginning of the month and make the most of your last chance to get out on the water, before settling in for ice fishing season. Walleye, Perch, and Pike reign supreme in winter, so get your fill.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

Adult angler and young companion proudly hold a large muskellunge on a small fishing boat surrounded by calm autumn lake waters.

Prime Time — Book Your Big Catch

Oct 16, 2026 • Minneapolis
PRIME TIME is NOW! If you're looking for a chance to catch a fish of a lifetime, now is the best time to do it. Book now to hold your spot!
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Two adult anglers proudly display a large muskellunge on a fishing boat during a freshwater lake trip.

Daily Muskie Action — Minnesota Giants

Oct 10, 2026 • Minneapolis
It's been a busy fall! Muskies in the boat almost daily. Book now for your chance at a fish of a lifetime, a true Minnesota Giant
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Three anglers proudly displaying a large Muskellunge while fishing on a lake, showcasing a successful outing.

October Musky Trips—Great Fall Bite

Sep 27, 2026 • Minneapolis
Lock in your October Musky trip! It's been a great fall so far..
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Angler proudly displaying a large Muskie while fishing from a boat on a clear day.

Musky Season Is In Full Swing

Sep 21, 2026 • Minneapolis
Musky season is in Full swing! Now is the best time of year to hunt these elusive fish. Book now for your chance at a "Fish of a lifetime"!
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A young angler is actively reeling in a catch from a fishing boat on a calm lake, showcasing a beautiful day for fishing.

Musky Season Kicks Off — Book Now

Aug 30, 2026 • Minneapolis
Rollin into the Musky season! September and October are the two best months for your chance at a trophy muskie! Book now, dates are filling fast!
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Great start in July!

Jul 10, 2026 • Minneapolis
It's been an outstanding season so far! The water's warm, the fish are active and the bite has been outstanding! Good numbers and size of fish. I don't see it letting up anytime soon.
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