The MN Fishing Pros are a wonderful group of people! Not only are they experts at catching fish, they excel at giving back to their community. For three years running (and plans to continue!), this group of fishing guides have volunteered their time and talent to allow people with disabilities an opportunity to experience their “Up North” environment. The brain child of Jason Boser, this “fishing vacation” has been a tradition people look forward to every year. A group of up to 75 people with disabilities and their staff are able to spend a night at Lakewood Lodge in Deer River, MN. The guides arrive by land and water to pick everybody up, catch some fish, then head back to shore for an old fashioned fish fry. The lake is gorgeous, the resort comfortable and accommodating, and no one leaves the boat without catching a fish! They definitely know what they’re doing! And, everything is donated. As much as we appreciate and thank these guides, they take it all in stride.
-- Mains'l

Hi Jason,
Was looking at staying somewhere on Bowstring next year and was wondering if you had any recommendations on places to stay? Was looking at Bowstrings Shores or Snug Harbor but was interested in any recommendations in any place that you've heard was good.
-- Thanks,Craig (8/10/2011)

Hey Jason,
Thanks again for an awesome time fishing and your great cooking! I won’t forget anytime soon reeling in that 27” northern on the boat with you. We’re of course looking ahead to next year to do it with you for a couple days again. The week of June 24 -29 is when we would be looking for a couple days with you. Whenever you find out your schedule just let me know what will work and I’ll get the deposit to you. Thanks Again!
-- Craig (7/12/2011)

Jason,
On friday we went out and tried all the spots that you went to but we caught nothing so my dad won, you had us catch so much fish that we had to get 2 coolers to hold all of them, also when we were going back on highway 2 we saw you going out with your boat. and thanks again for taking us to where the fish are.
-- Chandler Medberry (7/5/2011)

Hey Charlie,
I just wanted to drop a line to say how much I enjoyed the day fishing. You are a classy guy, and I would book you again in a heartbeat. Take care; I am mailing a picture and a sample of a brochure.
-- Dean Geiger

Jason
Seth, Jon and I had a great time with you at Sand Lake in June. Seth will be talking about it until we return next year. His mother reports he is still telling "fish stories" to his buddies in Massachusetts. Again, thanks for a great day of fishing last June.
-- Dennis Carlson

Charlie,
Thanks again for another great trip. I believe this is our twelfth year - how many trips? Probably about 40. I have never been disappointed. Sometimes we worked hard, but we always got fish - almost always our limit of good eaters, plus many, many throw backs -including my personal bests for walleye, northern and crappie. But more important than the fish, I want to thank you for your never ceasing efforts to make my trips an enjoyable experience - wind, rain or shine. You have always supplied comfortable and safe equipment, invaluable knowledge of fish and lakes, great fun and warm friendship!I'll be back soon.
-- David Greening, St. Paul

Jason,
The fishing trip was absolutely the highlight of our trip. We will never forget catching all of those great Northern Pikes. We packed the fish in dry ice and they were still frozen solid when we got home.
Thanks again for your help.
-- Frank Stancliff

Hi Jason,
Just wanted to drop you a note thanking you again for two great days of fishing. Michelle wanted to know what kind of spices you put in the potatoes and onions you made for the shore lunch? Also she still says when you cooked the fish it was much better than when I do it!
When you get a chance could you email me the pics you have from our trip? I never did get a picture of that 26 incher, too tired after reeling it in. Hope you had a nice vacation over the the 4th. Thanks Again
-- Craig

Jason,
I thought I'd take just a second to say how much I enjoyed your article, "A Family Fishing Trip." I can tell that I will need to pay attention to some of the points you listed regarding the patience level of kids. Your article has me even more excited to get my two daughters into fishing, and offers so many great tips. Thanks for taking the time to put it together. Have a great day,
-- Ian Christian

Jeff,
Thank you so much for the great time on Winnie. Not only did you work hard to try get us on fish, you also offered up many pointers which will help me catch fish in the future. I enjoyed trying different techniques - doing anything we could to get more fish in the boat. Thanks again,
-- Ryan Vigen

Tom, Jason, & Charlie,
I really appreciate you fitting my Dad and I in your schedule on Saturday evening for dinner. The whole day was a blast…from starting off fishing with Bill until we left the Gosh Dam, but the dinner really topped it off as you guys went out of your way to make it there to eat with us. I know my Dad really enjoyed it because he got to hang out with all of his “guide friends” he talks so enthusiastically about. We talked about his memories of Williams Narrows, Winnie, and different stories with each of you the rest of the weekend. I personally really enjoyed seeing my Dad so excited to see you guys…that stuff seems to mean a lot more to me (and him) as we get older. I wish each of you a great fall and hope you enjoy your “time off”…if there is such a thing. If you ever want to take a trip down to see a Wild game feel free to drop me a line and I will see what I can do. Thanks for everything and hopefully I will get a chance to fish with each of you in the future. Take care
-- Rob

PS: Please thank your brides for making the time as well. I think my Dad likes the attention and hugs he gets from them as much as fishing on Winnie!

Hi Charlie,
Many thanks for a nice time on the lake. As I mentioned to you on the phone, the fishing was good and the company even better. You, Jason, Kenny, and his son left Eric and I with some nice memories to reflect on (my dad had a nice time but he’ll never leave Green Bay again – he’s not used to catching more than 6 perch a day). Tell Jason and Kenny thank from us. Thanks to Terri for contributing to our shore lunch. It was really a pleasure to meet her. If we go again, I would do it the same way.
-- John

Jason,
Thanks for taking us out on Tuesday. We had a great time with you, not to mention the fishing was the best I have had in a long time. I can't wait until next year. Keep your hook baited.
-- Russell Gilliam

Charlie,
I just got home and put away my limit of fish (to be enjoyed this weekend). I wanted to let you know how much Scott and I enjoyed our day on “Winnie” with you. As you know, I had fished with you in the past and I was confident that you would “work” as much as necessary to make our outing relaxing, successful, worry free, educational and memorable! They say a day fishing always beats a day at work; I was able to fish and relax, yet, stay in touch with my office/crews as needed for me to feel “O.K” about being away for the day! I believe rewarding my employee (Scott) with a day on the lake was an investment that will prove to be a wise choice. He was very impressed with the shore lunch, your commitment to “get fish” and you overall way of making the day plan to be “Gone Fishing with Charlie” again in the coming months!
-- Steve Hoopman

Jason,
Just wanted to say a big THANKS to you for an excellent day of fishing. We had a great time and you taught us a lot about fishing for walleye that we needed to know years ago. We did catch some fish during the rest of the week.  If you ever need a reference for your fishing services, please feel free to have anyone contact me.
-- Tim Hirne

Jason,
Thanks for the great time. Bruce really loved the trip and couldn't stop talking about the fishing. Please email the open dates for next June. I would really like to make this an annual thing.
-- Al

Charlie,
Thanks again for the great day of fishing Monday. Our whole group was well satisfied!  I'll be getting back to you in about 60 days to schedule for next year!
-- Dan Moran

Jason,
Thank you for a wonderful day! I had a great time, even if the weather was against us! I found some batter mix before I left town and cooked fish and potatoes your way for the ladies in Minneapolis last evening.
-- Don