Guided Fishing Trips Minnesota Fishing Guide Service Deer River

Minnesota Fishing Guide, Map of Guided Fishing Trip Area, Rates and Biographical Information About Pro Fisherman Jeff Sundin

Early Bird Fishing Guide Service Rates and Services

Booking a Guided Minnesota Fishing Trip. Rates, Service Coverage Area Map and Biographical Information about Jeff Sundin Early Bird Guide Service.

The Early Bird Service Brochure

There's more to a guided fishing trip than just setting out to catch a limit of fish. It's more like a personal, on-the-water seminar. You will learn some of the closely guarded, inside secrets of the pro's. Details about the seasonal movements of fish, the selection and use of the right tackle for the job, tips on boat control and hands-on, use of the latest in electronic equipment, rods and reels and gear that will help you understand the world of fishing. You're bound to learn something that will make your own fishing more productive and fun forever!

Take A Kid Fishing!

We encourage family trips. This is a great way to get your kids interested in the world of fishing and they'll appreciate spending some great quality time with you. When we're fishing with your kids though, it's vital that the trip be geared to their abilities and interests. Please let us tailor the trip to satisfy them, they'll be eager to do it again as long as we keep it fun.

You deserve the best!

A safe comfortable trip, with the best chance of success possible. That's what we're after. That's why I operate the best equipment available. The boat is a 20 foot Lund Alaskan with Plenty of space and a comfortable, dry ride and seating for up to three passengers. The boat is equipped with the most up to date Lowrance Electronics sonar and GPS available. To assure the best chance of success, all tackle and live bait is provided at no additional cost. All G.Loomis Rods are provided.

After all, you're supposed to be free to enjoy your trip. Not wasting time running around searching for some exotic bait or that one secret lure that you can't be without. We'll provide it for you!

After the trip, your fish are cleaned while you relax. I can even provide licensed fish packing and freezing service if you desire. Shore Lunch is available on full day trips. Never had one before? You don't know what you're missing. A few fillets, some fried potatoes & beans. You'll be looking for second helpings. You may want to bring along some adult beverages. Please keep in mind the spirit of our outing, use alcohol in moderation please.

Gift Certificates

Are available so you can treat your friends and family to the fishing experience they've always wanted. Click here to purchase Gift Certificates Instantly!

Custom Services and Large Group Services Available

Want something special? If you've got an idea, we can help. In association with The Northern Minnesota League of Guides, we can accommodate large groups such as family reunions, employee incentive programs and customer appreciation outings. We can even offer combination fishing & hunting trips. We can provide information on lodging and recommend other attractions in the area to visit while you're here. We are devoted to providing you with a quality trip that you'll remember forever. Planning ahead is essential for large groups. Dates fill up early.

Northern Minnesota League Of Guides

The Northern Minnesota League of Guides is an association of top quality guides who work together to provide a consistently high level of service to our customers. As a group, we represent over 100 years of guiding and fishing promotional experience. We can provide service to large groups, help in hosting special events and provide promotional services to companies in the fishing, hunting, shooting and other outdoor sports related industries.

The Service Area includes most of the lakes within an approximate 100 mile radius of the Grand Rapids-Deer River, Minnesota area and generally includes travel to and from the lakes. Arrangements for special meeting places and times can be made in advance.

Clinics & Seminars

We can provide entertaining and informative clinics & seminars for fishing clubs, trade shows and special events. Tackle & Equipment consulting and testing is also available.

Practice Catch & Release

We realize that the future of our sport depends on the prudent harvesting of the resource. We encourage selective harvest of fish and game and highly recommend voluntarily limiting the catch to help ensure quality fishing opportunities long into the future. Don't talk about sportsmanship, practice it and we'll enjoy great fishing for years to come.

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Click here for biographical Information.

Jeff Sundin - Early Bird Fishing Professional guided Fishing Trips
PO Box 627, Deer River, MN 56636 218-246-2375 E-mail jsundin@paulbunyan.net
2009 Rate Schedule

Full Day Trip (suggested)
Approximate fishing time; 8 hours
1 or 2 people $ 310.00
3 people $ 435.00

Half Day Trip
Approximate fishing time; 4 hours
2 people $ 275.00
3 people $ 385.00

Following Boat $100.00 each

Shore Lunch available $25.00

Reservations are on first come, first served basis. For best dates, please book early. A deposit of $75.00 per trip is required to guarantee reservations. Deposits are non-refundable unless cancelled dates can be re-booked.

In the event of extreme emergency or weather related cancellation, deposits may be carried over to an alternative date. Please contact us as soon as possible for the availability of alternative dates.

Items to bring along on your trip:
Current Minnesota Fishing License
Cooler with plenty of ice, soft drinks, water and snacks
Rain gear suitable for the season
Totes or other “slip on” rain boots to protect your feet
Camera, film and extra batteries

Service Area Map

Headquarters are located in Deer River, Minnesota and fishing trips are most commonly conducted within about a 50 mile radius. Some of the more popular lakes include; Winnibigoshish (Big Winnie), Cutfoot Sioux, Leech Lake, Red Lake, Cass Lake, Pokegama, Deer Lake, Bass Lake, Moose Lake, Bowstring, Round, Sand, Jessie and Big Trout. In addition to these great lakes, there are hundreds more within this 50 mile radius and depending on what we're fishing for, we could wind up on most any of them. The map below covers most of the regular service area.

Map

Periodically, special situations arise and we'll reach out a bit farther. Trips to places like; The Rainy River, Rainy Lake, Lake of the Woods, MilleLacs and the St. Louis River are not uncommon. It's a good idea to plan these in advance because there's usually some extra preparing to do. But, everyone who knows me, knows that I love to fish these special places and I'm usually eager to make the run if the weather and scheduling circumstances allow. If you have special request, just ask.

What about Lodging?

Over the years, we've gotten to know a lot of folks in the lodging industry and we can usually help find a resort or motel that matches your needs perfectly. Here's a listing of some of the places we recommend. If you'd like more details on planning your trip, we're happy to help with that. There are also direct links to some of these folks on our link exchange and in the favorite lakes section.

Biographical Information

Minnesota Professional Fishing Guide Jeff Sundin

Jeff Sundin began his career as a fishing guide in 1981 while living in the western Minneapolis Suburb of Long Lake, Minnesota. Fishing primarily on Metropolitan area lakes like Minnetonka, St. Croix River, Mississippi River and many of the lakes West of the Metro Region. Fishing for Walleye, Bass and Panfish on the crowded and heavily fished Metro Lakes was a perfect way to learn the fine points of catching finicky fish.

In November, 1983 Jeff and Jane discovered North Star Lake in Northern Minnesota’s Chippewa National Forest and fell in love with the area. Returning in May 1984 on their honeymoon, Jeff made arrangements with Cedar Point Resort to begin guiding on North Star Lake. The couple made frequent trips back to the area and it didn’t take long to build up a desire to go full time into guiding as a career. In 1985, they bought a house in Deer River, quit their jobs, left the city and started to build a new life. After over 20 years as a professional guide, Jeff loves the job more than ever and has built a track record of success and achievement.

Since I'm out on the lake most days, it can be tough contacting me by telephone. It can be a lot easier to contact me by e-mail because I check these every morning in the wee hours. All of our e-mail inquiries are answered promptly. If you prefer to leave a phone message, we'll get back to you as soon as possible. If you have one, please include an e-mail address so I don't need to wake you up. Thanks very much for taking a look at the site, I hope to hear from you soon - Jeff Sundin