LOCATIONS

Bay of Islands – New Zealand

King fish (known as yellow tail in North America) are one of New Zealand’s top game fish. On his hunt for monster king fish, Jim Sammons hooks up with local kayak angling gurus Jai Sanders and Rob Fort. The guys test the waters around the Bay of Islands and the Coromandel, while living in luxury aboard the 54-foot catamaran named Cool Change. Finished painstakingly by hand by its owners (Don and Marilyn Logan), Cool Change is a stunning example of craftsmanship, and it provides the guys with an unforgettable base for their daily adventures. For more information about Cool Change, visit www.sailcoolchange.co.nz

Lake Mateos & Lake El Salto – Mexico

When it comes to catching trophy bass, there simply isn’t a better place than Mexico’s Lake Mateos and Lake El Salto. Jim and pro angler Ed Howarton head down south and hook up with National Freshwater Fishing Hall of Famer Billy Chapman Junior. Billy is the owner of Anglers Inn International – an outfitter with 5-star lodges on both lakes. The Anglers Inn Lodges are unlike any other fishing lodge that you’ll encounter. The intimate, luxury, full-service resort hosts only a small number of guests at a time, and the attentive staff go out of their way to make sure that your time there is unforgettable for all the right reasons. To learn more about booking a bass fishing trip of a lifetime to Mexico, visit www.anglersinn.com

Wollaston Lake – Saskatchewan

At 900 square miles in surface area, Wollaston Lake is the largest lake in the world to drain in two directions, and thanks to a long standing catch and release policy, the ultimate destination for the trophy pike hunter. Jim heads to Wollaston Lake to hook up with legendary pike angler and kayak fisherman Jeff Goudreau at Minor Bay Lodge. Situated in a sheltered, pristine bay in the southeast corner of Wollaston Lake, Minor Bay Lodge offers its guests the opportunity to enjoy the world’s finest trophy pike fishing while being pampered at a first-class lodge.?Minor Bay Lodge also offers three outposts on nearby lakes that offer even more remote and pristine pike, walleye and lake trout fishing. For more information about Minor Bay Lodge, visit www.gwnlodges.com

Coastal Marshes of Georgia – Private Islands of Georgia

For many anglers in the southeast, redfish are the ultimate fish to target because of the challenges (and rewards) they present. On the hunt for big reds, Jim heads to the coastal marshes of Georgia, where he hooks up with local kayak fishing pros, Randy Vining and Mike Gowan. The guys start their trip based out of the spectacular and luxurious Eagle Island Lodge of the Private Islands of Georgia – recognized by Outside Magazine as one of the 50 best adventure hideouts. Aside from being one of the most comfortable and exotic lodges in the world, Eagle Island Lodge is ideal for anglers because it provides unrivaled access to the remote regions of the marshes. For more information about Eagle Island Lodge, visit www.privateislandsofgeorgia.com

Captain Gabby

Although Georgia only has about 100 miles of coastline as the crow flies, a series of barrier islands provide protection for a 4-6 mile band of marshland that amounts to over a third of the salt marshes on the east coast, and a fisherman’s paradise. To explore the area and hunt for big red fish, Jim hooks up with Patrick Hagan, Captain of the Captain Gabby. The Captain Gabby is an old shrimping boat that has been converted into the ultimate kayak adventure tripping vessel. With rooms for 6 plus the crew, a specially designed kayak loading and unloading winch, and a roof top deck that provides a magnificent view of the winding marshes, there is simply no better way for a kayak angler to experience the coastal marshes than the Captain Gabby. Check it out at www.captgabby.com

Cost Rica – Pacific Coast

What sport fishing show would be complete without a trip to the fish filled waters of Costa Rica? Jim heads down to Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula to hook up with local kayak fishing pros Joe Lynberg and Steve Jurries. The guys head offshore to target billfish, tuna and wahoo, and then head inshore to target rooster fish, snapper, jack and snook. Between their daily epic fishing adventures, Jim and the crew chill out in one of the most relaxing and luxurious beachfront lodges you’ll find – Encanta La Vida. An oasis amongst the dense Costa Rican jungle, Encanta La Vida is ideal for anglers and families, and the perfect launching point for your Costa Rica adventure travels. Check them out at www.encantalavida.com

Klamath River – California

Northern California is one of North America’s prime fishing areas. One of the most prized fish in the area are salmon, and the Klamath River is one of the best places to find them. To do so, Jim hooks up with local kayak fishing guru, and owner of the Great White Kayak Fishing Company, Sean White. The guys connect with Captain Rich of Klamath River Jet Boat Tours for a shuttle up river to the Rivers West Lodge, where they’ll stay before slowly fishing their way back downstream, camping along the way. The Rivers West Lodge is a gorgeous and remote wilderness lodge known worldwide for its salmon and steelhead fishing. Deep in the redwood forest, Rivers West Lodge is the ultimate getaway for anglers and families. Check them out at www.riverswestlodge.com