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Charlie Wray has been the host of the very popular TV show, Fishful Thinking, since 1990. Part of the success behind the show has been the very informative format. Perfect for both the novice and experienced angler, Fishful Thinking provides entertaining insight for all audiences. Locations center around the heavily fished, public waters that are easily accessible for the majority of anglers. Charlie has been recognized as one of Canada's top fishermen, on a variety of gamefish. Even before launching the Fishful Thinking TV Show, Charlie had already won numerous national fishing contests.

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Set the Hook Pike

Todays destination is Cree Lake in Northern Saskatchewan for pike. Tight clamping jaws and a mouthful of teeth can lock onto lures, so you need tough equipment to take the abuse. Set the hook hard, this week on Fishful Thinking.

Clear Water Drop Shot Bass

Todays destination takes Charlie to the Land OLakes area in Eastern Ontario for smallmouth bass. Clear waters can make it tricky; sensitive rods and drop shot rigs are the method of approach today, with a few effective tweeks to the traditional vertical presentation. Keep them biting! This week on Fishful Thinking.

Finesse Walleye

Todays destination is Cree Lake in northern Saskatchewan. While pike and lake trout were the expected targets, always be ready for opportunities, especially when the walleye show up! Lightweight presentations are the magic ticket. Walleye at Cree Lake, this week on.Fishful Thinking!

Double Blades for Bay Muskies

Todays destination takes us to Georgian Bay in Central Ontario. Muskies, fish of 10,000 casts, every fish is a great fish! Heavy duty rods and reels are important for big fish and large lures. Get it right and the rewards can be fantastic. Blades for Georgian Bay muskie, this week onFishful Thinking.

B.C. Sturgeon Made Easy

Charlie and Terri join up with friend Len Ames for giant sturgeon in British Columbia. These are hard fighting fish and equipment needs to be right for the job. Finding them can be easier than you thought. Fraser River white sturgeon.this week on Fishful Thinking.

A Little Flash for Pike

Todays destination takes Charlie to Northern Saskatchewan. Sometimes even the smallest difference can ring that dinner bell, and this presentation is one to keep a close eye on. If you want to land big fish make sure you are ready when they answer the call. Lake Trout and giant Pike, this week onFishful Thinking!

Surface Bass and Stacker Salmon

This is a 2 part episode that starts out in the Georgian Bay area for bass then on Lake Ontario for spring salmon. 90% of the fish are in 10% of the water, so concentrate on structure and let your equipment do the work for you, it can pay off big! A few tricks for great bitesthis week on Fishful Thinking.

Keep it Flexible Lake Trout

Todays destination is Cree Lake in Northern Saskatchewan for trophy lake trout. This is Charlies home away from home. Trolling open waters for lake trout is the plan. Preferences can change by the minutebe prepared, modifications can help with short hitters. Make it easy to quickly adjust and it will pay off with the trophy bites. Hang on tightthis week on Fishful Thinking!

Fly-in Walleye Fun

A run in the RAM takes Charlie to Cochrane Air Services for a much-anticipated outing in Northern Ontario. Always a great treat to have a lake to yourself! Drop shot rigs fished close to the bottom are a natural for walleye, but rigs need modifications to make them pike proof. Walleye fun, this week on.Fishful Thinking.

Spoons Can Be Magic

Todays destination is Northern Saskatchewan for pike and lake trout. Spoons are a go-to lure for aggressive bites. Charlie demonstrates different tactics for healthy conservation and release of deeply hooked fish.having the right tools are crucial. Helpful, Fishful tips, this week on Fishful Thinking.

Long Cast Bass & Finding Fish in the Abyss

Todays destination takes Charlie to the Land OLakes area in Eastern Ontario for smallmouth bass, then over to Lake Ontario for lake trout. Pay attention to details when targeting clear water bass and success will be yours! Then narrowing your search and finding fish in the wide open waters. This week on..Fishful Thinking.

One Two Punch for Giant Pike

Todays destination is Northern Saskatchewan for big pike. Be prepared for the big trophies when they show up. You can be faced with a day of lazy, slow bites but if you have the right equipment with you and READY, your day can turn into one you will never forget. One Two punch for Giant Pike.this week on Fishful Thinking!

Late Fall St.Clair Muskie

This week Charlie joins up with Capt. Jim Fleming from Drifter 2 Charters on Lake St. Clair in south western Ontario. Muskie fishing can be challenging and with the weather being cold and windy, the guys do everything to put the odds in their favour. Persistence pays off! Fall Muskie with a few great tipsthis week on Fishful Thinking!

Floater Line Bass

Today's destination takes us to Georgian Bay in Central Ontario. Big water can generate big fish, but Smallmouth Bass can be fussy in clear waters. Charlie shares a secret tactic that has served him well over the years. Tune in for some great catches, this week on Fishful Thinking!

Light 'em Up Pike

Todays destination is Cree Lake in Northern Saskatchewan. The day starts off cool and windy, but the afternoon sun warms the shallows and activates the pike bite! Quality tackle is a must for big fish and today is an incredible day for hook ups. Bring on the sun and lightem up, this week on.Fishful Thinking!

Scraping the Bottom for Lake Trout

Charlie heads out today, on Lake Ontario in the Princecraft for lake trout. Scraping the bottom downrigging, Charlie shares the details for success out on the water. Fish after fish, this week onFishful Thinking!

Heavy Weight BC Sturgeon

Charlie and Terri join up with friend Len Ames for giant sturgeon in British Columbia. These fish sure earn the reputation as hard fighters, and a quality rod and reel are needed to beat these giants. Heavy weight BC Sturgeon.this week on Fishful Thinking.

Early Fall Bass & Slow Rise Pike

This is a two-part episode that starts out in the Georgian Bay area for bass then over to Northern Saskatchewan for giant pike. Big bites can fill the boat when you pay attention to the details. Helpful, Fishful tips, this week on Fishful Thinking.

Shallow Summer St.Clair Muskie

Charlie and Terri join up with Capt. Jim Fleming from Drifter 2 Charters on Lake St. Clair in south western Ontario. Planer boards, tuned lures and fighting with the weedsthis is summer muskie fishing on Lake St.Clairthis week on Fishful Thinking!

From Top to Bottom Pike & Lake Trout

This is a two-part episode that starts out in Northern Saskatchewan for pike, then on Lake Ontario for lake trout. One lure, dual purpose. Fish it shallow for pike, then on downriggers for lake trout; multi functional, multi species. Surface to bottom, cover it allthis week, on Fishful Thinking.

Small Lake Northern Walleye

Today's destination is Northern Ontario for walleye, thanks to the folks at Cochrane Air Service! A fly-in to a small remote lake you have all to yourself, always a great treat. Charlie shows how important good quality equipment is to a successful trip. Small lake northern walleye fun, this week on.Fishful Thinking.

Stubborn Clear Water Bass

Today's destination takes Charlie up to the Land O Lakes area of Eastern Ontario for smallmouth bass. Charlie joins up with friend Chris McMillan as the two enjoy a day of bass fishing. So many techniques to choose from, so be prepared but also keep in mind each day is different and the fish will ultimately decide the flavour of the day. Stubborn clear water bass, this week onFishful Thinking.

One-Two Punch for Inactive Pike

Todays destination is Cree Lake in Northern Saskatchewan. When the bite slows, how do you entice the giants? Check this finesse presentation that always works time and time again on the inactive brutes. Keep them biting! This week on Fishful Thinking.

Thinking Outside the Box for Muskie

This is a three-part episode that starts out in the Georgian Bay area for muskie, then Northern Ontario for walleye and back to Lake Ontario for bass. Thinking outside the box to get the bites is what Fishful Thinking is ALL about. Tune in for some great tips on multi species fishing, this week on Fishful Thinking!

Find the Structure Find the Bass

Today's destination takes Charlie to the Land O'Lakes area in Eastern Ontario. Bass are the target today; be flexible, never assume on the best presentation, always let the fish decide. Find the structure and find the bass, this week on Fishful Thinking.

Dealing with the Conditions Pike & Salmon

This is a two-part episode that starts out in Northern Saskatchewan for pike, then on Lake Ontario for salmon. The conditions that affect the fishing are numerous; wind, currents to name a few. To make a tough day into a good day make sure you dont get stuck in a rut. Change your tactics and you will be rewarded! Dealing with the conditions, this week on Fishful Thinking.

Spoon Magic

This is a two-part episode that starts out in Northern Saskatchewan for pike, then on Lake Ontario for salmon. Spoons work great for both species. Charlie shares a few “tricks of the trade” to maximize your catch.

Keep it Simple Bass

Today’s destination takes us to Georgian Bay in Central Ontario. Smallmouth bass are the target today. With clear waters it's time to slow down and finesse fish. Charlie shares a few tricks that keeps the bite on, with an extra surprise catch.

Slow Drop Walleye

Today’s destination is Cree Lake in Northern Saskatchewan. The area is better known for its trophy pike and lake trout fishing, but there are always a few untouched gems in the way of walleye. Finesse fishing with light jigs can be incredibly rewarding.