Spring Fishing For River Predators! 

He's catching 40" pike and musky, and somehow has the ability to say, "Its time to turn around and go back." Love this guy!

When he does his launching scene, I always feel bad that he has to go back for the camera

Best fishing RU-vidr honestly

Im 12 years old and your the reason I get up early and fish instead sleeping. I see you fishing and love watching it

You are a talented fisherman with a great voice and you are aware of the environment around you. Thanks for letting this 72 year old guy from the g south got fishing in ND. Great ride. The old professor

This guy is a expert at his craft. Solid Angling.

Man I can’t tell you how refreshing your channel is. No clickbait. No “OMG GUESS WHAT I CAUGHT TODAY!!!!” Just fishing. 👍

Could you imagine how happy that pike was to get that grub out of its mouth

YES all I wanted was to see you slide down the hill in the kayak and you did not disappoint. Now on to the fishing!

That first was like "Thanks for taking that thing out for me bro"

I’m convinced he has the success he has because of his temperament. Cool calm and collected all the time. No crazy antics, just out enjoying another day on the water🙏🏾🙏🏾

So soothing , I feel like I'm listening to Bob Ross painting a nature scene in real life.

Wow!!! That entrance! I give it a 10.

The “Like a Boss” Yak launch was on fleek

That launch was full send...🏆

Snow! hey my man I appreciate the heck outta you going fishing to share with us even in the snow.. Just starting to get a bit stir crazy here and these vids help.. Hope I can get a bit of fishing in this year.. stay safe and be healthy..

Wow I'm jealous.. Awesome videos man, some of the best on RU-vid.

No one on RU-vid can cast as accurately as NDYakAngler

That was great! I really don't get why everyone is so hung up on bass when these beauties are out there! Made me miss being out on the water...

Best Pike fishing chanel, chill, simple, down to earth, no $$$$$$ equipment + saved first Pikes life with that hardstucc lure.

Ahh..... now that’s North Country fishing! Muskies, Northern Pike and snow on the ground!👍🏻🎣🌲

you know your inner child was screaming "WEEEEE!" when you launched in the river lol

This place is wonderful has beautiful fish, your fishing was amazing congratulations!👍🎣🐠🐟

You are the Bob Ross of fishing

Thank you for SAVING the pike. I am so thankful.

He’s so calm, I love it

Keep em coming brother. You've taught me alot. And I plan to learn more. Thank you friend

Unbelievable fishery up there. Thanks for sharing with us.

Looking good! I learn alot and am not too far away from you, MN. Healthy specimens being put back makes me smile. 😊 Kayak forward, God speed.

Great to see you’re thawed out enough to get back out there and bring us my favorite fishing videos. Tight lines and safe days.

Thank goodness! Great timing my friend. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

Again, love this type of fishing video! No annoying music, no too much talk, makes me feel really calm and relaxed, I believe that's what a fisherman really wants.

Man I really enjoy these videos. It’s just plain and simple, calm and relaxing. Subscribed!

Just the best videos. Matt, I look forward to your videos each and every time.

I have never watched much of this kind of fishing.... let me say...MY GOD IAM IMPRESSED! I was chucking thru this whole thing,,.... could not believe the strikes and beautiful fish... that you released...👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Thanks again for posting another kayak trip. I sure do enjoy your videos.

Thanks for sharing. Looked like a lot of fun.

@NDYakAngler Your respect for the fish is amazing, every release is gentle and with respect. Keep doing what you're doing man, it's great!

Matt, Your the best fisherman that takes us along with no noise or loud mouthed blabbers & loud obnoxious music. . Simply great fishing in some of the best spots in your area. I wish we had anything close to what you have in Minnesota & the few hour long rides to get to some of these awesome spots. Here in MD. we have nothing this good. Thanks for all the great sharing. Nice snow launch & it sure paid off for you on this outing. Stay safe.. Some years ago i spent two weeks there in Itasca County & what a blast it was.

When I come across another video of yours I take time to watch. They are filled with the excitement of a catch yet very calming and relaxing. Thank you for not having head banging hard rock guitar noise in your video’s. 😀

There is nothing on You Tube I look forward too more than your excellent videos. Excellent as always.

This is a 'reel' (real) Fishing Channel! So many Fishing "channels" on youtube are actually vlogs with 80% of content devoted to self-promotion. 2 Thumbs up Mr. NDYak

Love your calmness its videos like these that make you just appreciate the small things

I love how you show the snagged on the underwater tree cast too, keeping it real! Another great video, thanks 🙏

Love watching your videos , you’re not only a great fisherman but your voice and disposition are very soothing along with the natural sound scape ! Keep up the awesome work! Love the videos using your Grandpa’s old lures as well ! It’s been great during quarantine! Thanks

Early Season Toothy Critters are usually pretty cooperative - But one needs to know where to look; Clearly you do. You Nailed it Sir and btw - Sweet Launch ! Nicely Done.

This is by far one of the best fishing videos I have ever seen on RU-vid. The camera work, the narrative, the editing, the scenery, the fishing, the quality of fish. You very well may be the first RU-vid channel I have ever subscribed to. Outstanding work.

Thanks man. Just perfect. a 14 min reprieve from the craziness

Its incredible that a 1/4 oz soft lure bait can be devastating to large pikes and musky. Also the light equipment used put many a pike / musky anglers with their heavy rods and reels look like an overkill. Incredible adventure. Awesome man.

Great vid! Would love to see more pike and musky trips too! Keep up the great work.

Huge fan of your fishing and technique. Thanks for the videos.

Omg that into slide in looked like soooo much fun 🤣. Killing it as always bud!!

Love your quick releases! Glad you use a net. Nice fish!

I know this is an old video now, but I just want to say that the originality of your dialogue is what makes this best, you speak your mind as you would when you're angling, "gonna head into town for a sandwich" that just sticks with me, you're just speaking your mind in front of a camera while catching beautiful fish, love the content and I'm always watching, keep up the great videos!

Loved the lunching scene , as a usual 10 out of 10 , I have always enjoyed your video's , thank you , keep 'em coming .

I enjoyed the trip immensely. Thanks for the video.

hats off to this guy for fishing in the snow!

Wow, I’m really glad you decided to go out there too! Great video dude. Editing, scenery, fishing all spot on. Some terrific big predators in that section of river. SoSoCal

love the launch shot looks like it was fun.

Excellent all the way around well done.

Perfect spring fishing in the snow

I love how calm your videos are. They are well put together. Keep up the good work!

He is the Bob Ross of fishing

Another great video from a great RU-vid fisherman. You have inspired me to start my own fishing channel (coming soon). We need more RU-vid fisherman who give fishing, and the fish, the respect deserved.

Some huge fish for such a small system. Looks just like our local small river in Washington State but here we fish for steelhead in winter and smallies in summer.

Your videos are amazing, thanks for sharing!

Matt, One of your best video’s yet. When the fish are too big for the net is a major bonus. They were all nice and thick. In my region they are very scarce and considered a trophy. You had a whole day of them. I get to catch their little cousin Pickerel some call them slime darts. I enjoy their fight and mentality - alpha predator. I would love to catch a Pike or Muskie. It is a goal someday. I also like the fact you primarily use mono vs braid. Everyone is braid crazy. I am sure it has it’s benefits and positive features.

Love this channel. No GD "What's up guys!" yelling stupid stuff. Thx. Keep it up!

Great video as always. Love watching you fight those big pike.

Your videos are always awesome

Fantastic vid once again.

Seriously love your videos. Thanks so much.

Nice launch.. That first fish thank you kind sir getting that jigg out ..

That transition from land to water doesn't get any more elegant than that.

Love the launch !

Awesome vid! Youre soooo lucky mannn always smashinggggg monsters

Wow great day on the water for sure!

This guy does catch and release. Respect 👍🏼

You are the bob Ross of fishing love it!!!

Another awesome day on the water, thoroughly enjoyed it, nice catches!

Great video as always. Love watching you fish brother. Your entrance to the river was epic too haha

Unreal pike and musky shred! Ice out 'white out' I'm gonna go with that! Thanks Matt

Great video. Love your channel, just awesome fishing content. And your Bob Ross type voice just keeps it pleasant

Agree! Best fishing on RU-vid. But now, also best kayak launch! Haha, that was awesome. Love the 360 search baits, smashed pike with it last spring and had some tank smallmouth crush it too.

Nice launch 👌 👍, snow definitely comes in handy.

That’s a really nice fishery your floating on. Top quality fish. Enjoy

your channel is so chill. love it

Like all of your fishing videos, Love the pike videos

That launch was smooth. 👌🏽 Bob Ross of Fishing does it again.

these videos really give you sense of actually being there. idk how you do it.

Best RU-vid fisherman. You inspire me my friend.

Now that was going into the water with style that even an Eskimos would approve, Dammmmm Those Pikes are huge! Everything Bigger in America haha

Love how you slid that kayak in lol

Great vid , excellent entry into water, I’ve been buying lures from the Musky shop for Murray Cod here in Australia. New type of lures that they haven’t seen yet !

Love your vids buddy so relaxing yet so exhilarating!

Some really nice catches, man. Beautiful fish, beautiful river.

Awesome as always!

What a great day!

Awesome entry!

Awesome video! Love the big pike!