 Tony
Puccio co owner of Bait Rigs tackle. Is a multi faceted
guide and touring pro on the In-Fisherman Professional Walleye
Trail and the Pro Team Walleye Circuit.. Tony is not only
an excellent seminar speaker he also is a Radio talk show host
and fishing tackle designer
PERSONAL HISTORY
| Hobbies |
Fishing, hunting and traveling |
| Born |
10-31-48 on Halloween |
| Home |
Madison Wisconsin |
| Occupation |
Full time Walleye touring pro and co-owner 
,seminar speaker and tackle designer |
Career Highlights
- Sportsman of the year 1996 In-fisherman Professional
Walleye trail
- Sportsman of the year 1996 north American Walleye
Anglers (only angler to do this in the same year on
both circuits.
- 13 time Championship qualifier in the PWT and NAWA
circuits
- 3 rd place finish 1997 Mercury national Walleye
tournament
- 4 top ten finishes in the PWT and NAWA tournament
circuits
- Many featured articles for Walleye Insider , Midwest
Outdoors and others
- Co holder Saginaw Bay Record 6 fish limit of 53.50
lbs of monster walleye
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Favorite
Fishing spots and techniques
| Favorite Fishing spot |
All western reservoirs |
| TOURNAMENT WINNINGS |
$75,000+ |
| LARGEST WALLEYE |
13 lbs. 7 ounces |
| FAVORITE JIG TYPE |
  Oddball
and Slopoke 
Jigs |
| FAVORITE CRANKBAIT TYPE |
 Powerdive
and Quick fish |
| LARGEST LIMIT OF WALLEYE |
Saginaw Bay six fish limit 53.50 lbs |
| Favorite rig type |
Bait Rigs Big Water Spinners |
| TOURNAMENTS FISHED |
100+ |
| FIRST TOURNAMENT |
Toledo Bend reservoir 1974 Bass tournament |
Favorite type of tournament fishing
Long line trolling with my 
noodle rod while controlling my  boat
Master of ceremonies for the Lowrance Pro Team Circuit
2005
Tony is available for seminars , sport shows, clubs ,in store
promotions and seminars. Tony is well versed on all types
of fishing methods and a great teacher not only on walleye fishing
but fishing of all types for more information contact
Tony at
Tony Puccio with a monster Fort Peck reservoir walleye
Serious
Walleye Guide Service - with Tony Puccio
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Learn the
latest techniques, catch fish, and have fun close
to home
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Get a lifetime's
worth of fishing information in one day
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Use your
new knowledge in rivers and lakes anywhere in
the country
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Half day
or Full days
Enjoyable day trips
on Southern Wisconsin Lakes, Madison Chain of Lakes,
Lake Wisconsin and Lake Winnebago with Tony Puccio,
former "Sportmans of the Year" on both the
North American Walleye Angler (NAWA) circuit and the
Professional Walleye Trail (PWT).
Staying
Sharp - For YOU!
To ensure you get Tony
at his best, he contiues competing in a minimum of
fourteen tournaments annually, including the six major
PWT events, Mercury National and the Pro Team events
in the new USFA circuit.
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Puccio's effervescent
personality and presentation style has also made
him a crowd pleaser at outdoors shows and seminars
with scores of "show days and seminars"
scheduled each year. You can have that knowledge
in the boat next to you discussing the finer points
of fishing.
Tony understands
the techniques and tips on how to work all of your
equipment and get the most of your fishing experience.
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What to
Expect
- Personal On-The-Water
Fishing Instruction
- You'll learn tournament
tactics
- Learn how use locator's
and GPS units
- Learn to troll with
in line planer boards
- Learn how to position
a boat with the bow mount trolling motor (if applicable)
- All Rods, Tackle
and Bait is Furnished by Tony *Lost
or broken rods & reels must be replaced
Tony shares a lifetime
of experience that will make you a more knowledgeable
angler. Instructions are offered for, but not limited
to: walleyes, muskies, large mouth and small mouth
bass and northern pike.
Tell Tony what you
want from your experience... education, fun or both...
and he'll deliver. Tony's an outdoor original; so
don't miss your oppurtunity.
Learn While
You Fish
Half Day (5-Hour)
or Full Day ( 8-Hour trips)
Rates are for
2 People:
5 Hour... $175.00, 8 Hour... $300.00 (ask about multiple-day
discounts)
Lunch provided - additional
charge; 50% Deposit Required, Refundable with 14-day
notice - Fully Insured
What to Bring: Rain
Gear, Sunglasses, Camera, Extra Warm Dry Clothes,
Cooler for your fish & a valid Wisconsin Fishing
License
DATES AND TIMES ARE
LIMITED, SO CALL NOW!
Tony Puccio
6555 Hwy. M
Verona , WI 53593
(608) 845-5410 Phone ,(608) 212-6464 Cell
(608) 848-5410 Fax
E-mail to: tpuccio@aol.com
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Click
on any of the links below to check out Tony's Sponsers
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Bait
Rigs Tackle Company of Madison Wisconsin,
designs and Manufactures a comprehensive line of
jigs, rigs, spoons, plastics and components for
the Walleye, Bass, Crappie, Panfish and Muskie fishing.
Bait Rig's award winning designs have earned wide
appeal with discriminating fisherman everywhere.
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Mercury
products have always defined marine performance
by offering innovative features not found anywhere
else. And that tradition continues today. |
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With more than 100
years on the water, Starcraft has
the experience to bring you the best boats in the
industry. Whether you're looking for a serious fishing
boat, a sporty runabout, or a luxury pontoon, you'll
find it right here - in a Starcraft that's versatile,
affordable, stylish, and safety-minded. |
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You have a passion
for the sport. And so do we. That's what's made
Berkley the world's leading fishing
tackle company. Passion. We simply love fishing.
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As you browse our
site, we hope you’ll gain an understanding
of our passion for fishing. It’s not just
our job… it’s our way of life and we’re
proud to share it with you. Ours is a simple mission…
“Making every day you spend on the water memorable!” |
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Minn Kota
is the oldest manufacturer of electric fishing motors
in the world with nearly 70 years of hard-earned
experience in the lab and on the water. Throughout
our history, Minn Kota has led the way in product
innovation and cutting edge technology. |
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At Mitchell,
we've built top-quality fishing reels since 1948
- the year we invented the world's first spinning
reel and changed the face of fishing forever. That
breakthrough ushered in a new era of light-tackle
angling and an easier way to fish. Everyone could
do it. And thousands of people discovered the pure
fun of fishing. Today, we're still at it. |
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The tackle you find
on your dealer's shelf is the result of years and
years of continuous improvement and innovation.
So the Trilene you fish today is
a better product than the Trilene you fished five
years ago, and promises to be an even better Trilene
when you fish it five years from now. |
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Founded by outdoorsmen
for outdoorsmen, The Outdoor Channel
features quality programming designed to educate
and entertain sportsmen of all skill levels. The
channel promotes the traditional outdoor activities
that are a vital part of our national heritage including
fishing, hunting and shooting sports. The programs
are designed to appeal to "traditional sportsmen"
of all ages with a focus on activities that the
entire family can enjoy in the great outdoors |
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Husky Floor
Liners for the front, 2nd, 3rd seat and
cargo areas of sport utility vehicles and pickups
protect the carpeted areas of your vehicle from
water, snow and mud. |
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The company was
started by Luhr Jensen, Sr. in 1932 and has been
grown by Luhr's three sons, over the past 68 years.
The Luhr Jensen company management
team are fisherpeople. We understand fishing and
we understand the need to protect the environment
and the fishing resource. We offer technical information
on how to fish and how to use our products.
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Scotty
introduced its first downrigger over thirty years
ago and now produces the most complete range of
downriggers and accessories in the world. |
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With Aqua-Vu,
make the most out of your day on the water. There’s
hardcore learning about rock reefs, weed beds, and
how fish relate to structure. Also, discover fascinating
adventure and fun in exploring the mysteries of
a lake bottom and actually seeing fish in their
underwater habitats. Some Aqua-Vu users enjoy "viewing"
more than fishing! |
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Guest
helps you manage on-board DC power with a complete
line of battery chargers, switches and isolators. |
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Off Shore
Tackle Co. LLC is
one of the leaders in the trolling industry. Their
use of Professional anglers and weekend fisherman
to test new ideas and products is a fast way of
bringing new tackle to the marketplace. |
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Just being the sharpest
is not enough!
...sure, a hook's
job is to penetrate swiftly and cleanly. But that's
only half its battle. What happens afterwards
counts as much. That's why fishermen all over
the world are sitting up and taking notice of
VMC's new "NEEDLE CONE POINT™".
Because as well as being the sharpest hook around,
it's also the strongest.
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Walleyes
Inc.
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Walleyes
Inc. Your one stop Internet fishing resource.
Fishing articles, fishing reports, tournament news,
out door industry press releases over 5000 outdoor
related links and a great on line store feturing
Bait Rigs Tackle |
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Stowmaster
landing nets are fully collapsible for easy storage.
And their minimal weight and engineered strength
make them the perfect choice whether you’re
salmon fishing in Alaska, charter fishing for trophies
or bass fishing on your local pond.
Just
get it to the boat; we’ll take care of the
rest.
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Tony's Radio Show
Outdoor Horizons
Tony Puccio  teams
up with  Gary
Engberg for a half hour radio show out of Madison
Wisconsin 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. (CST) every Saturday to talk
fishing and hunting on Sports Talk Radio 1670 AM
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