Episode 012: Walleyes, Women Anglers & Northwoods Tales with Sarah Greene

In this episode of Gear’d Up North, host Jared Petrie sits down with Minnesota native, tournament angler, and outdoor storyteller Sarah Greene. Owner of BarbedWire Productions and a proud member of Women Anglers of Minnesota (WAM), Sarah is making waves in the world of competitive fishing while inspiring the next generation of women on the water.

After battling walleyes and sturgeon in the SJR500 on the Rainy River, Jared joins Sarah aboard her Ranger boat, Monkey Business, for a laid-back day of fishing, stories, and laughs. They dive into Sarah’s passion for fishing, her journey in the outdoor world, and the importance of strong, women-driven communities like WAM.

Along the way, they give well-deserved shoutouts to local favorites Timbuktu Marine in Cook, MN, and Thousand Lakes Sporting Goods in Grand Rapids, MN — the heartbeat of the Northwoods fishing community.

Connect with Sarah Greene on Facebook and find out more about the gear she uses, the tournaments she loves, and the sponsors that help fuel her passion for the outdoors.

Hit play, gear up, and join us for an unforgettable ride on this episode of Gear’d Up North!

In this episode of Gear’d Up North, co-hosts Martin Ringeisen and Jared Petrie sit down with Josh Holden and Dylan Runge from Root River Archery — one of Southeast Wisconsin's premier bow shops and mobile hunting hubs.

They dive into the story behind the shop, the services they offer, their indoor and outdoor ranges, and the top-tier brands they support. Josh and Dylan share their approach to customer service, what makes their shop a standout in the hunting community, and how they stay connected with their customers year-round.

And of course, we break down everything you need to know about Demo Days — an awesome, family-friendly event packed with hands-on experiences, gear testing, expert advice from veteran mobile hunters, and prize giveaways from some of the biggest names in the business. Sign up today.

Whether you’re a seasoned bowhunter or just getting into the mobile hunting game, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

In this episode of Gear’d Up North, Jared and Martin hit the ice with Glenn Curran, Founder and President of Battle on Bago, the largest ice fishing tournament in America. While fishing alongside Pat Kalmerton and Thayne Jensen of Team Clam, Glenn joined us in the tent to share some fun facts about Lake Winnebago, the origins of Battle on Bago, and how it has grown into an event that brings thousands of anglers across the country together every year.

From big fish stories to the impact this tournament has on the community, this is one episode you don’t want to miss. Grab a bucket, a beverage, and tune in!

Learn more about Battle on Bago at www.battleonbago.org and follow them on Facebook & Instagram for updates!