Chicago Fishing School
Chicago Fishing School

Chicago Fishing School

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Introduction: All of my customers catch more fish and are more confident in their fishing after their first lesson. With my lessons, guided customers will be able to fish close to home and have success in any body of water - no need for long trips to elite lakes, you can have success in Park District and Forest Preserve lakes. Be able to teach your kids how to enjoy the local outdoors after a couple of lessons - even if you are brand new to fishing! I love to teach and I like everything fishing. The joy of getting someone success when fishing is great reward for my craft. I enjoy catching fish but watching how happy my anglers are after and following classes is a true treat for me.
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25 years in business

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Roseann K.
Nov 28, 2012
I stumbled upon Johnny Wilkins fishing school website while trying to browse the net for a fishing-related birthday present for my fiance. I bought the gift certificate for a private lesson and couldn't be happier with the way everything turned out. I did the lesson with my fiance (more in an effort to support his fishing endeavors than due to my own fishing interest), but Johnny made it really interesting and so easy to catch fish that even I got into it! I would definitely recommend fishing lessons with Johnny for beginners or even more advanced fishers. Johnny knows what he's doing and will teach you whatever you want to learn, including bait, knots, the right vs. wrong float, the types of fish you can catch in Chicagoland and where, etc. My fiance ended up joining the fishing club so he could continue to learn from Johnny.
Chicago Fishing School's reply
Roseann, That was a really fun day. Get out on that water and keep on catching. I am so happy you enjoyed the fishing, lessons and catching a bunch of fish! Best wishes with your fiancé! Congratulations. Johnny
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Pete N.
Mar 21, 2013
I was looking for a fishing themed birthday for my son, and found Johnny's website. He was able to accommodate our schedule and had enough equipment for all the kids. He worked well with the kids and kept their attention, even before the fishing started, and ensured that every kid caught at least one fish, which was not the easiest thing in a newly restocked lake. Johnny can provide a fun and educational experience for all skill levels. I think that the parents learned more than the kids - a lot of what we were taught as kids was incorrect. I can't recommend him highly enough.
Chicago Fishing School's reply
Pete, That is so nice. Thank you. I really enjoy working with kids and also passing on good things to parents to have that much more fun. New kid's fishing tackle is ready to make fishing safer and more fun for parents and kids. Local lessons are also now available. Fish On! Johnny
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Max R.
Aug 15, 2013
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Johnny was great! I took a private lesson with him and had a total blast. He taught me a lot about different methods. I think I caught 8 fish that day. Would love to take future classes with him.
Chicago Fishing School's reply
Thank you for the review Max! We can definitely hit the waters, adventure is right outside on the many ponds of Chicago's suburbs!
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