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Productive Week for Big Pike and Bass

August 17, 2026 Minneapolis 5 photos
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The past week has been very productive for big pike..clients are very happy and so am i..been a ggod mix of pike bass and a few walleyes mixed in too...and now for the good news its gonna get way better as we get into sept so get booked ASAP
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Dave Gausman
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
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Make the most of your time in Minneapolis and go fishing with Old School Fishing Guide Service. Your guide for the day is Captain Dave, which means you'll tap into their knowledge and experience. He may be old school but uses the latest and best tech...

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