Jim Ernster
As a passionate fisherman, Jim feels fortunate to be able to spend his summers as a walleye fishing guide.A husband, father, teacher and coach the other 9 months of the year, Jim has an abundance of patience and knowledge to share with individuals, families young or perhaps a corporate fishing trip. Growing up in the Brainerd Lakes, fishing smaller lakes such as Serpent and Black Hoof Lake, Jim has ventured to bigger waters and now serves as a Whitefish Chain fishing guide and a Gull Lake Chain fishing guide. Coaching and Teaching with LOA owner, Toby Kvalevog, Jim was able to learn from one of the best and turn that passion into a more professional approach to be a professional fishing guide. Breaking down lakes, such as the Gull Lake Chain or Whitefish Chain, figuring out bites, and teaching others how to fish are keys to a good day on the water. With Jim, you can expect that and great conversations.Jim was a co-angler with the FLW fishing such lakes Devils lake, Cass Lake, Leech Lake and Pools 3 and 4 on the Mississippi river. Fishing such a variety of lakes exposed Jim to an array of techniques that he consistently utilizes to put his clients on the fish. Being a teacher and a coach Jim has a passion and tremendous patience for teaching others how to fish. Jim is also helping publish the Leisure Outdoor Adventures newsletter and writing articles for the LOA team.Jim’s passion and dedication to fishing will ensure you of a quality time on the water.
