Name: Matt Johnson
DOB: 5/4/83
Home Town:
Coon Rapids, Minnesota
Family:
Wife: Tara
Children: Jack and Ben
Website:
www.MattJohnsonOutdoors.com
www.UltimatePanfishLeague.com
Matt owns and operates Matt Johnson Outdoors where
he provides guided fishing trips all year round and also
offers fishing tips, fishing videos, fishing articles,
seminars and web design. Matt has been guiding since
2003 and guides the Metro Area Lakes, Horseshoe
Chain of Lakes and the Chisago Chain of Lakes.
Matt also owns and operates the Ultimate Panfish
League which started in 2004. Intended for both fun and
competition, the Ultimate Panfish League caters to those
winter panfish die hards looking to experience the weigh-
in atmosphere as well as share in a few laughs.
Open Water Tournament Experience:
Matt has been competing in open water tournaments
since 2004 with 16 top 10 finishes to date and 3 "Big
Bass" awards throughout his career.
Pro/Field Staff:
Thorne Brothers
Shimano
StrikeMaster
Clam Corp - Fish Trap
Today's Tackle
Mepps Tackle
Mr. Twister - Exude
Team Crestliner
Rose Creek - Polar Box
Vexilar
Ice Team
Ladredge Outdoors - Reel Weeds
Kahtoola MICROspikes
Bulldog Strike Sensors
Flaminn Lures
Other Accolades:
Matt is a fishing writer for Internet websites and paper
publications:
- FishingtheWildside.com
- MattJohnsonOutdoors.com
- Crappie.com
- ThorneBros.com
- Community/Local and County Newspapers
- IceTeam.com
- IceFishingToday.com
- FishingMinnesota.com
- IDOFishing.com
- Vexilar.com
Matt also spends time giving fishing seminars across
Minnesota. Both ice fishing and open water.
Matt spends most of his time helping others learn about
the great sport of fishing. Whether Matt’s on the ice
guiding someone on a hot crappie bite, out in a boat
casting for bass in a tournament, or writing fishing
articles, he always enjoys what he does and makes it one
of his goals to advance the sport of fishing.
Oftentimes you can find Matt working at Thorne Bros in
Blaine, Minnesota, where he enjoys sharing his
knowledge about fishing with others. Thorne Bros is a
great place for Matt to get a chance to talk face-to-face
with other fishing enthusiasts and help advance the
sport. Stop in and talk fishing!
Matt also spends a lot of time on ThorneBros.com and
IceTeam.com, as well as other Internet fishing forums,
answering questions and giving feedback. Matt’s ability
to effectively communicate with others and his ambition
for the sport of fishing is where he excels. Rain or shine,
any day to fish is a good day to Matt.
While most people think Matt's passion is on the water or
out on the ice, his real passion is spending time with his
family and sharing outdoor experiences with his beautiful
wife, Tara, and his two boys Jack and Ben!!!
Contact Info:
Matt Johnson
Phone: (612) 385-3379
Email: mattjohnson@mattjohnsonoutdoors.com
DOB: 5/4/83
Home Town:
Coon Rapids, Minnesota
Family:
Wife: Tara
Children: Jack and Ben
Website:
www.MattJohnsonOutdoors.com
www.UltimatePanfishLeague.com
Matt owns and operates Matt Johnson Outdoors where
he provides guided fishing trips all year round and also
offers fishing tips, fishing videos, fishing articles,
seminars and web design. Matt has been guiding since
2003 and guides the Metro Area Lakes, Horseshoe
Chain of Lakes and the Chisago Chain of Lakes.
Matt also owns and operates the Ultimate Panfish
League which started in 2004. Intended for both fun and
competition, the Ultimate Panfish League caters to those
winter panfish die hards looking to experience the weigh-
in atmosphere as well as share in a few laughs.
Open Water Tournament Experience:
Matt has been competing in open water tournaments
since 2004 with 16 top 10 finishes to date and 3 "Big
Bass" awards throughout his career.
Pro/Field Staff:
Thorne Brothers
Shimano
StrikeMaster
Clam Corp - Fish Trap
Today's Tackle
Mepps Tackle
Mr. Twister - Exude
Team Crestliner
Rose Creek - Polar Box
Vexilar
Ice Team
Ladredge Outdoors - Reel Weeds
Kahtoola MICROspikes
Bulldog Strike Sensors
Flaminn Lures
Other Accolades:
Matt is a fishing writer for Internet websites and paper
publications:
- FishingtheWildside.com
- MattJohnsonOutdoors.com
- Crappie.com
- ThorneBros.com
- Community/Local and County Newspapers
- IceTeam.com
- IceFishingToday.com
- FishingMinnesota.com
- IDOFishing.com
- Vexilar.com
Matt also spends time giving fishing seminars across
Minnesota. Both ice fishing and open water.
Matt spends most of his time helping others learn about
the great sport of fishing. Whether Matt’s on the ice
guiding someone on a hot crappie bite, out in a boat
casting for bass in a tournament, or writing fishing
articles, he always enjoys what he does and makes it one
of his goals to advance the sport of fishing.
Oftentimes you can find Matt working at Thorne Bros in
Blaine, Minnesota, where he enjoys sharing his
knowledge about fishing with others. Thorne Bros is a
great place for Matt to get a chance to talk face-to-face
with other fishing enthusiasts and help advance the
sport. Stop in and talk fishing!
Matt also spends a lot of time on ThorneBros.com and
IceTeam.com, as well as other Internet fishing forums,
answering questions and giving feedback. Matt’s ability
to effectively communicate with others and his ambition
for the sport of fishing is where he excels. Rain or shine,
any day to fish is a good day to Matt.
While most people think Matt's passion is on the water or
out on the ice, his real passion is spending time with his
family and sharing outdoor experiences with his beautiful
wife, Tara, and his two boys Jack and Ben!!!
Contact Info:
Matt Johnson
Phone: (612) 385-3379
Email: mattjohnson@mattjohnsonoutdoors.com
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| Career Tournament Highlights (Top 3 honors) |
| 1st place finish on Lake Tetonka (Southern LETS - 2004) 2nd place finish on Madison Lake (Metro LETS - 2004) 2nd place finish on Clearwater Lake (Metro LETS - 2004) 3rd place finish on Lake Waconia (Metro LETS - 2004) 1st place finish on Lake Tetonka (Catch-N - 2005) 2nd place finish on Lake Minnetonka (Metro LETS - 2005) 3rd Place on Clearwater Lake (Metro LETS - 2005) 1st Place on the Horseshoe Chain (Heart of Minnesota - 2009) |
Experience the Fishing...
| Matt Johnson |