Download this episode The classic notion of how somebody ends up in the Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame begins with them as a youngster cutting their teeth on the fish they become known for. And then, there’s the path taken by Ted Takasaki… who got the call to the Hall on his prowess as a walleye fisherman… despite the fact that he never caught a walleye until after graduating from college. How can this be? MidWest Outdoors Associate Editor Dave Csanda dug up the whole winding story of how his adult years became a whirlwind of learning and fast-track experience, in this one-of-a-kind fish story… let’s get started, with Ted Takasaki… in his own words. It's time well spent... Subscribe on iTunes! (click “View in iTunes” then click “Subscribe”) Listen on Stitcher! Many newer vehicles have Stitcher available–listen on your car radio Important Links Ted Takasaki Facebook Big Bear Resort on Kentucky Lake Shimano Fishing reels & rods Follow MidWest Outdoors on social media Facebook: facebook.com/midwestoutdoorstvTwitter: @MWOutdoor: twitter.com/MWOutdoorInstagram: instagram.com/MWOutdoorMidWest Outdoors YouTube: our YouTube ChannelMidWest Outdoors eNewsletter: free subscription MidWest Outdoors magazine subscription: 800-606-3474 Discover our Key Connections! Ray Eye, Eyes on the Outdoors Radio: Listen Live or On Demand Julie McQueen, Fitness for the Field facebook.com/JulieMcQueen.brotherhood Instagram: @julesmcqueen Northwest Ontario Fishing: northwestontario.com 800-665-7567 or info@ontariossunsetcountry.ca (great resource for customs info!) Pheasants Forever Target Walleye: targetwalleye.com