Cory Johnston on Bass Boats, Family Life, and Big Bass

For Cory Johnston, it started in a boat with his father and brother on the lakes around Peterborough, Ontario—one of Canada's most legendary fishing regions.On this episode of Boats, Beers & Backroads, Jamie Allison sits down with one of Canada's top professional anglers to discuss the path from local tournaments in the Kawarthas to competing against the best bass fishermen in the world on the Bassmaster Elite Series.Cory shares how growing up fishing alongside his brother Chris and his father laid the foundation for a career that has taken him across North America. He discusses tournament fishing, adapting to rapidly changing technology, balancing life as a touring professional and father, and why some of the best fishing lessons still come from time spent on the water with family.The conversation also dives into practical fishing advice for weekend anglers, favorite Ontario lakes, equipment choices, and what it takes to compete at the highest level of professional bass fishing.🎣 Growing up fishing the lakes around Peterborough and the Kawarthas🎣 Learning tournament fishing from his father and competing alongside his brother Chris🎣 The journey from local events to the Bassmaster Elite Series🎣 Why versatility is one of the most important skills in fishing🎣 How technology has changed professional bass fishing🎣 Traditional fishing techniques versus modern forward-facing sonar🎣 Advice for weekend anglers targeting bass in northern lakes🎣 Why Lake Ontario and Lake Simcoe remain among his favorite fisheries🎣 Balancing Elite Series competition with raising a family🎣 His pursuit of Bassmaster Angler of the Year and a Bassmaster Classic titleWhether you're a hardcore tournament angler, a weekend cottage fisherman, or someone who simply loves spending time on the water, this episode offers a fascinating look inside the life of one of Canada's most accomplished professional bass anglers.📸 Instagram: @boatsbeersbackroads🎥 YouTube: Boats, Beers & Backroads🎧 Spotify: Boats, Beers & Backroads Podcast🍎 Apple Podcasts: Boats, Beers & Backroads Podcast📸 Instagram: @coryjohnstonfishing