Recommended Guides
Multi Species Fishing Guides
Tim Lescarbeau (Bucky)
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Specializing in: Walleye, Smallmouth Bass
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Phone/Text: 218-969-1022
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Email: bestbetbuck@yahoo.com
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Notes: One of the most sought-after walleye guides on Lake Vermilion with over 30 years of experience. He has a great personality, and it's recommended to book in advance.
Brad "Marty" Martinson
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Specializing in: Musky, Walleye, Crappie
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Phone/Text: 218-750-4269
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Notes: Full-time employee at Vermilion Dam Lodge for over 24 years. Specializes in musky with forward-facing sonar and is also excellent for walleye and crappies. Flexible scheduling and a fun personality.
Tom Scherer
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Specializing in: Walleye, Crappie
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Phone/Text: 218-221-9183
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Notes: Our goal is to create unforgettable fishing experiences for anglers of all skill levels. With expert guidance, top-quality equipment, and deep local knowledge, we strive to make your day on the water successful and enjoyable. Whether you're after a trophy catch or just a great day on the lake, we offer guided half-day, three-quarter day, and multi-day trips customized to your needs
Bob Cords
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Specializing in: Vermilion River & Fly Rod Trips
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Phone/Text: 904-528-7745
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Notes: Offers river fly fishing excursions for bass, walleye, pike, and musky on the Vermilion and Little Fork rivers. Provides an exceptional experience on a jet-powered, skinny water boat.
Steve Krasaway
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Specializing in: Walleye
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Phone/Text: 218-213-0579
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Notes: Known as the 'Walleye Hunter,' Steve specializes in walleye and runs a large Lund boat with plenty of space and comfort. Guests consistently provide positive feedback about his fishing expertise.
Rob Bryers
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Specializing in: Walleye, Smallmouth Bass
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Email: rbguide007@gmail.com
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Phone/Text: 218-780-7939
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Notes: An experienced fisherman who runs trips from Vermilion Dam Lodge. Known as an 'Old School' fisherman who doesn’t rely on electronics. A popular guide with guests who enjoy a classic shore lunch.
Bill Nieters
Patriot Guide Service
Justin Chromy
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Notes: A full-time Lake Vermilion Fishing Guide, Justin's sole focus in the summer is hunting down Lake Vermilion Walleyes. His Yarcraft 2095 BTX provides a smooth ride for up to 4 people. Justin is a Top 16 finisher in each of the last four Safelite/City Auto Glass tournaments with two Top 5 finishes. Justin is up to date on the latest and greatest sonar technology (Garmin Livescope and Humminbird Xplore Units,) and excels at teaching angler's how to better utilize their electronics.
Shawn Novak Guiding
Shawn Novak
Musky Guides
Brad "Marty" Martinson
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Specializing in: Musky, Walleye, Crappie
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Phone/Text: 218-750-4269
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Notes: Full-time employee at Vermilion Dam Lodge for over 24 years. Specializes in musky with forward-facing sonar and is also excellent for walleye and crappies. Flexible scheduling and a fun personality.
Website: Marty's Guide Service
Luke Ronnestrand
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Notes: One of Lake Vermilion's top guides. A dedicated musky guide with an instinct for finding musky. Known for his hard work and gentle personality. Many people tell us they have waited years to book a trip with him. Luke's calendar books up quickly, so plan ahead. Luke also is a key speaker and guide in our annual Musky Outing.
Bob Benson
Tyler Demenge
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Specializing in: Musky
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Phone/Text: 218-390-4640
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Notes: Full-time employee at Vermilion Dam Lodge, Tyler loves fishing Musky at night but is also skilled at catching Walleye and Crappie.
Josh Borovsky
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Notes: A well-known musky guide in Minnesota, Josh has been featured on Musky Fishing TV episodes. He is known for teaching clients how to become better musky anglers and frequently speaks at seminars and clinics.
Above are professional guides that Vermilion Dam Lodge frequently recommends* to our guests. There are many more guides in the area, we suggest visiting the Lake Vermilion Guide League's website: lakevermilionguidesleague.com
*= Vermilion Dam provides recommendations solely as courtesy for guests as an aid to hiring a guide. VDL is not responsible for any agreement or contract made with these non-vdl staff guides and is providing this information without consideration from the guides. All information is word-of-mouth and from personal comments made by our guests.