Episode Details

Episode 43: Fiske, Endelig (Fishing, Finally)!

Mike Ruhl, Zach Klein, Poppy, Robert

In this episode, we kick off the Norway fishing adventures at Camp Halibut on Sørøya Island, deep in the Arctic Circle. Mike is joined by first-time guest Zach Klein, along with Poppy and Robert, as they recount their experiences fishing for a variety of species in this unique and remote location.

Topics Discussed:

Norway Fishing Adventures: The group talks about their time fishing at Camp Halibut and the diversity of fish they caught, including halibut, cod, redfish, wolf fish, placie, and ling.

Fishing Techniques: From using paddle tail baits to cranking up redfish from 1,000 feet of water, the group shares stories of the fishing methods they used and what they caught.

Camp Halibut & Sørøya Island: A look at the small, remote village and the fishing camp where they stayed, including insights into the local culture and what it’s like fishing so far north.

Robert’s First Big Fishing Experience: Mike reflects on how Robert, at only six years old, handled the long days and challenging fishing conditions.

Fishing with Zach Klein: Zach shares how he and Mike became friends in New Mexico, how they started hunting together, and now they’re experiencing a new fishing adventure in Norway.

Key Highlights:

A variety of fish were caught including halibut, cod, coalfish, and redfish.

Fishing days averaged 10-12 hours, with some stretching to 14 hours.

The group reflects on the gear used, including custom-built rods made by the guides at Camp Halibut.

A behind-the-scenes look at life on the island, including boat rides, wildlife sightings, and fishing techniques in both shallow and deep waters.

Next Week’s Preview:

Next week, we continue our Norway fishing adventure with a special guest interview with Jacob, one of the guides at Camp Halibut. Stay tuned as we discuss more fishing stories with Neil McCullum and Nate Wiese.