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Welcome to the New Website for
Den Pluimer's Fishing Guide Service
Meet Your Next Guide:
First of all, I am a fanatic fisherman, especially when it comes to largemouth bass. If I have a day off from guiding, I will likely be out experimenting on a new lake. I will do everything in my power to put you on fish and to help you put fish into the boat - lots of fish! During an average summer my customers and I average 1500 - 2000 bass in the boat; during the summer of 2005 we averaged 42 fish per trip. One statistic I am proud of is that of the 1850 bass landed last year, all but 20 were released. All trophies were released, with customers choosing graphite replica mounts rather than the real thing.When you hire me, you will receive much more than a fishing trip. I am also an author, having published in "Bassmaster", "Fins and Feathers", "Minnesota Sportsmen", "The Minnesota Volunteer", "The Iowa Conservationist", and "The Christian Educators' Journal". I am also a public speaker, an educator, and a naturalist. I hold a Masters Degree in biology and have taught high school biology for 37 years.
My goal is to teach you how to have fun fishing, and that means catching lots of fish, but also taking note of what is happening around you. We'll take time out to watch an eagle swoop down or a doe and twin fawns step to the water's edge for a drink. The bottom line is for you, at the end of the day, to reflect and say that this was a fun, productive, informative day and you will do it again.
Fishing Stories
Testimonial from Jeff Poppema, Customer:
"I have known Den for over 30 years, first as my high school science teacher and later as a teaching colleague. As an educator, I value the ability to teach others well. As an avid outdoorsman, I appreciate those who are willing and able to pass on the love and respect for our natural resources. Den does both exceptionally well. If you are looking for more than a fishing trip, Den is the guide for you. He'll not only put you on a lot of fish, but he'll help you develop the skills necessary to become a better fisherman on your own. He is especially good with kids of all ages." - Jeff Poppema
Testimonial from Dr. Mike Jones, Repeat Customer:
Brad and I have been going with Den, a local fishing guide, for many years. It has become a traditional event. Brad has missed a time and Derrill went with me. But a trip to Big Trout isn't complete without a guided trip with Den. We catch only Bass, mostly jigging with plastic purple worms. We just told Den to take us fishing with him the first time we went. We don't care if we keep any. So, Den takes us to the best spots because we throw every fish back! The trip is only for one 4-hour-afternoon. Den brings everything, but we use our fancy G. Loomis rods. Usually, we catch over 40 amongst the 3 of us. Last time out it was 50 something, and good size of 2 to over 3 pounds. Mostly large mouth bass. Den gives a fishing seminar during the summer in Pine River, down by the park next to the river. Den has a steady clientele, and you have to book him early. It is a day with Brad I always enjoy, although he and Den catch the most fish. The general virtual directory link is here. Remember, these are Large (up to 1 Meg) high quality digital picture files, even with jpg. Slide your cursor over a picture for a caption. - Dr. Mike Jones