Americana Outdoors E-Magazine - August 2020

TWO EVENTS IN THE BOOKS FOR THE NATIONAL WALLEYE TOUR PRESENTED BY BASS PRO SHOPS AND CABELA’S

JULY 23-24, 2020 OCONTO, WI (GREEN BAY)

AUG 13-14, 2020 SAULT STE MARIE, MI

For the better part of a decade, Korey Sprengel has been the most dominant walleye pro in the sport. But over the last few years, other anglers have encroached on his spotlight - namely Brett King and his quest to win back-to-back Angler of the Year titles, Tom Keenan (reigning AOY) and John Hoyer and his ridiculous three-tournament stretch (two wins, one second) to close 2019. After a delayed start to the 2020 National Walleye Tour season, presented by Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s, Sprengel quickly and emphatically reclaimed the unofficial title of “hottest walleye stick on the planet.” READ MORE HERE

As soon as the National Walleye Tour, presented by Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s, announced their revamped schedule, both anglers and fans alike started speculating about the potential for long runs at Sault Ste. Marie, the second tour stop of the 2020 season, better known as the “Soo.” While risky, the potential for thick, beefy 4- to 6-pound walleyes was real. To make it happen, pros would have to complete a treacherous run south on Lake Huron towards Alpena, Mich. In the end, pro Peter Schaefer proved the risk was worth it as he hauled in 10 walleyes over two days that weighed 45 pounds. READ MORE HERE