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Articles About Fishing with Captain Darrell Baker

We invite you to take a few minutes to read some great fishing articles about Captain Darrell Baker. Learn about how, what, and where he fishes and what makes him such a successful guide in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin waters. We have also added some instructional videos and tips that we hope you enjoy.

Captain Darrell Baker Licensed Illinois and Wisconsin Fishing Guide

Sure-Fire Results (and fun) (CLICK HERE to Read More)
Steve Sarley tells of an ice fishing experience on Lake Catherine with Darrell Baker and Spence Petros. Baker's instincts and his ability to "find'em and catch'em" led to a day of lots of fun and learning.
Chain Guide Began Angling Journey at an Early Age (CLICK HERE to Read More)
From bathing with minnows as a child to leading countless groups of satisfied fishers to success throughout the Chain, Baker's intuition and skill are at it again as Steve Sarley hails him to be 'one of the best fishing guides operating in the Midwest today."
The Chain Offers Another Big Surprise (CLICK HERE to Read More)
On an unexpectedly summery day nearing the end of ice fishing season, Darrell Baker leads Spence Petros, Mike Jackson, and local jigging gurus Chuck Thompson and Joe Diamond on a mission for crappie. As the men reel in fish after fish, Jackson draws from the wisdom of Baker, tidbits learned from a biologist, and experiences from local anglers to describe what contributed to their success while sharing some of Baker's techniques.
Luring the Wily Walleye: Grass Lake Trip Yields Bountiful Haul on Chain (CLICK HERE to Read More)
Excited to have been invited to join a pleasant couple on an excursion to Grass Lake, Steve Sarley gives his account of an eventful day chasing the ever-elusive walleye with respected guide Darrell Baker. Despite the efforts of speeding 'pleasure boaters,' the group leaves with a bounty of fish and plenty of warm memories.
Wacky Wormin' Video (CLICK HERE to Read More)
Captain Darrell Baker shows you the Wacky Worm fishing technique from begining to end.
How To Properly Play A Fish Video (CLICK HERE to Read More)
Captain Darrell Baker shows the proper way to play and land bass.
How To Tie A Uni-Knot Video (CLICK HERE to Read More)
Captain Darrell Baker explains how to properly tie the Uni-Knot for fishing.
Bottom of the Ninth (CLICK HERE to Read More)
We’re in the middle of a drought. Our June temperatures are more closely resembling what we would see in late July or early August. The sun beats upon northern Illinois with untamed ferocity.
Illinois' Multi-Species Mecca (CLICK HERE to Read More)
With a nick-name like Prairie State, Illinois has a surprisingly large number of highly touted fishing holes.
Baker Does It His Way - Very Well (CLICK HERE to Read More)
Spence Petros and I told him we were writing columns about him again, and we were both going to bust his chops a bit, only because we really like the guy.
Even Close To Home, There's Always Something To Be Learned. (CLICK HERE to Read More)
I have been touting the Fox Chain in recent weeks for superb angling and with good reason. It seems that because the Midwest and much of Canada got off to a very late start in the spring, we are experiencing what I like to call "catch-up days."
Plenty of Crappies on the Chain (Fox Chain of Lakes) (CLICK HERE to Read More)
He eased the boat into position and suggested we fish two rods. One was rigged with a 1/32 - ounce Cubby Mini-Mite and a spike (Maggot), while the other setup consisted of a small minnow tipped on another Mini-Mite.
Baker Has The Ingredients For Some Great Fishing! (CLICK HERE to Read More)
Radio co-host A.J. Paul sat perched atop the elevated front seat of Baker’s new luxurious watercraft, a 21 foot YarCraft fishing rig with a 150 h.p. tiller-controlled outboard. Paul, however, was already into fish as if he was on fire. He caught three scrappy bluegills before Darrell and I could get our jigs to the bottom.
Panfish Perfection (CLICK HERE to Read More)
There aren't that many things or happenings these days that cause noted local angler Spence Petros to flap his gums. But Captain Darrell Baker was able to prompt Petros to call him a "pure, natural angler."
Fish with Captain Darrell Baker and CLEANUP! (CLICK HERE to Read More)
I've penned quite a few columns on Captain Darrell Baker and our exploits on the Chain and Lake Michigan. And the reason I've taken a liking to him is because he's one of the more studious guides I've worked with over the years.
October Fishing Tips & Tricks (CLICK HERE to Read More)
The first controlled drift along the sharp break line was memorable and magnificent. Our first attempt produced 17 fish in 20 minutes of lines in the water. More impressive however, was the fact that the 17 fish landed (with one muskie bite off and several missed hits) represented seven different species! Score: Humans – 17, Fish – zero (a few stolen bases); it was going to be a great day and the fish were in trouble.
The Walleye Link (CLICK HERE to Read More)
There's been a lot of good walleye like that caught on the Chain the last couple years. In fact, the Chain never has had walleye fishing like this.

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