Teacher Todd the Fishing Guide, also known as Todd Martinson, offers unique topwater-focused fishing trips on the Wisconsin River near Tomahawk, Wisconsin—just minutes from Lake Nokomis. A lifelong angler and seasoned educator, Todd combines decades of fishing experience with his natural ability to teach, making every outing informative, exciting, and unforgettable. His guided trips stand out in the region for their exclusive use of topwater lures, giving anglers the rare thrill of watching explosive surface strikes unfold in real-time. During the school year, Todd teaches Spanish and coaches basketball, but when the waters thaw, he returns to guiding with the same energy and enthusiasm he’s brought to the sport since childhood.
Todd’s love for fishing began at the age of five on Lake Nokomis and has taken him from the streams of Wisconsin to the trout-filled rivers of Oregon. With over 40 years of experience and a background in education, he provides a one-of-a-kind guiding experience that merges skill, storytelling, and genuine connection. Whether you’re chasing smallmouth bass in summer or exploring the frozen beauty of Lake Nokomis in winter, Teacher Todd’s trips offer something memorable for every angler. Today, his successful seasonal business includes warm-weather river trips and winter ice fishing rentals, with clients returning year after year to fish alongside the trusted, knowledgeable, and always enthusiastic Teacher Todd.