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Babe Winkelman (born April 24, 1949) is an American sportsman and television producer, known for television programs about hunting and fishing. His program Good Fishing was first syndicated internationally in the mid-1980s.[3] As of 2017, Winkelman produces an additional program, Outdoor Secrets, which with Good Fishing, airs in the United States and internationally on channels such as CBS Sports, American Hero Channel, and Destination America. His programs are also available globally on 25,000 hyper-local websites across the U.S. and Roku, Apple TV, Opera TV, Amazon Fire, and Netflix.[4]

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Early life

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Donald Edward "Babe" Winkelman (nicknamed by his father after baseball giant Babe Ruth) grew up on a dairy farm near the small town of Duelm, Minnesota. He started fishing at age 6 on Stoney Brook, a stream that ran through the family farm. It was there that he started to understand how fish moved around through the seasons and there that his "Pattern Approach" to fishing got its roots.[5] Pheasants were abundant on the farm as well and his hunting career started there with his first pheasant kill at age 8. Deer hunting started as a driver at age 10 and he shot his first buck at age 12.

Through endless hours of hunting and fishing, Babe polished his skills. During the 1960s, Babe spent a lot of time at the family cabin on Hay Lake near Longville, where he refined his "pattern" approach to fishing that he continues to teach others today.[5] He started working construction after graduating eighth grade and continued learning carpentry throughout high school. He learned from his father, Don Winkelman Sr., who was a carpentry master. Less than two months after graduating high school, he became the youngest person in the history of Minnesota to get his journeyman's Union card. Babe spent his nights playing lead guitar and singing in bands. In May 1969, he started Winkelman Building Corporation Inc., a construction company, along with his brother Dennis and father Don.[6] In February 1970, Johnny Winter called him 3 times for him to go on a world tour as lead guitarist for his band. He decided he couldn't leave his dad and the construction business, and his music career became a hobby that he still practices to this day.[7] By the time Babe was 25, the company had grown into 6 corporations with nearly 200 employees. Babe decided his interests were elsewhere, and he embarked on a full-time career in the outdoors.

Outdoor life

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He started guiding fishermen in 1965 and started fishing tournaments in 1970.[7] In 1973, he helped found the Minnesota State Bass Federation to get bass tournaments started and served as president for nearly 3 years. 1973 was also the year Babe started writing for outdoor publications and gave his first seminar to teach fishing. Babe started in the outdoors full-time in 1975, where he guided, fished tournaments, taught at seminars, and did promotional work for Lindy/Little Joe Fishing Tackle. He became a field editor for Fishing Facts magazine, writing for them and a host of other publications.

In the last four decades, Babe has written many articles and has guest hosted hundreds of radio shows and podcast episodes. In 1978, he was hired by S.C. Johnson to introduce a new product to America, "Deep Woods OFF." The commercial was Babe, "as a professional fisherman", needing a stronger insect repellent because of his outdoor endeavors.[8] Babe's fishing television series, Good Fishing, first hit the airwaves in 1980.[9] This prompted him to start Babe Winkelman Productions Inc. and set up his own studio. For nearly 40 years he has owned the trademark,"Teaching America to Fish."[10] The show was educational and involved his whole family. The show kept growing in size and covered the U.S. and Canada. During the 1980s, Babe authored a series of "how to" books on fishing, was the only person to use audio tapes to teach fishing, was the first to develop videos that taught fishing starting in 1984, and went on to produce nearly 100 different titles in the next decade.

Appearances

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The Saturday Evening Post ran a feature on Babe in 1987. He was also featured in People Magazine in 1988, Midwest Living around 1990, and thousands of other newspaper and magazine articles, radio, and TV appearances.[2] Excerpts of Good Fishing appeared three times on Married... with Children and about a dozen different movies. Babe was also a guest on Donny & Marie.[5] 1988 was also the year Babe aired his second television series, Outdoor Secrets (hunting series), which was the first hunting show on the air since 1978. Winkelman spoke at a presidential rally for President George W. Bush in 2004.

Awards

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In 1988, Babe was inducted into the Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame.[11][2] In 1992, he was inducted into the Sports Legends Hall of Fame alongside professional boxer Evander Holyfield, baseball player Pete Rose, and 30 other athletes from around the world.[12] Babe is the only outdoorsman ever to be inducted into this hall of fame. In 2001, he was inducted into the Fishing Hall of Fame of Minnesota.[13] In 2007, he was given the Excellence in Craft award by the Outdoor Writers Association of America (OWAA), their most prestigious award for his work with television.[2] Babe Winkelman's production company has won a couple hundred awards for production excellence, including 87 in a two-year span.[citation needed] This included the New York Film Festival, the WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival (for a commercial), and production awards including the Teddy, Addy, and the Golden Moose Awards.[citation needed] In 2013, Babe and Kris were nominated by Otter Tail County as Conservationists of the Year for the state of Minnesota. The award recognized the work they have done at some land they bought for hunting with the whole family in 2002 and turned it into a wilderness paradise. In 2015, Babe was inducted into the Legends of the Outdoors National Hall of Fame.[14]

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Babe Winkelman (born Donald Winkelman on April 24, 1949) is an American television producer, host, writer, and outdoorsman renowned for his contributions to and media, including the long-running programs Good Fishing (launched in 1980) and Outdoor Secrets (launched in 1988). Nicknamed "Babe" by his father after baseball legend , he has educated millions on outdoor skills through television, books, and syndicated columns, emphasizing practical techniques like his "Pattern Approach" to . Winkelman grew up on a near Duelm, , where he developed a strong and began at age six and at age eight, harvesting his first and buck by age twelve. After high school, he became the youngest Minnesotan to earn a journeyman's union card in and co-founded the Winkelman Building Corporation in 1969 with his father and brother, expanding it into six companies employing nearly 200 people by age 25 before selling his shares in 1975 to pursue a full-time career in the outdoors. He started guiding fishermen in 1965, competed in tournaments from 1970, and co-founded the Minnesota Bass Federation in 1973, serving as its president for nearly three years. His media career took off in 1978 with a national commercial for S.C. Johnson's Deep Woods Off, leading to the creation of Babe Winkelman Productions, which has won over 200 awards for its family-oriented educational content on fishing, hunting, and conservation. Winkelman co-founded the Masters Walleye Circuit in 1985 and has been inducted into multiple halls of fame, including the National Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame in 1988, the Minnesota Fishing Hall of Fame in 2001, the Sports Legends Hall of Fame in 1992 (as its only outdoorsman), and the Legends of the Outdoors Hall of Fame in 2015. In 2007, he received the Excellence in Craft Award from the Outdoor Writers Association of America, and in 2013, he and his longtime wife Kristeen were nominated for Conservationist of the Year for their wildlife preservation efforts. Married to Kristeen since the late 1980s, Winkelman is a father of five, continuing to influence the outdoor community through his website, streaming platforms, and publications; in 2020, amid financial challenges including bankruptcy, he transitioned his programs to online streaming.

Early life

Farm upbringing

Babe Winkelman, born Donald Winkelman on April 24, 1949, near Duelm, , was given his lifelong nickname "Babe" by his father, Don, at a young age, inspired by the legendary baseball player . Duelm, a small rural community east of St. Cloud, provided the backdrop for his early years on the family dairy farm, where the demanding rhythm of agricultural life shaped his foundational experiences. Raised in a modest household described as "dirt poor," Winkelman grew up alongside three brothers and two sisters, with his parents, Don and his mother, managing the dairy operations amid economic hardships. His father played a central role in overseeing the farm's daily activities, instilling in his children a profound appreciation for perseverance through hands-on involvement in farm tasks. The family's collaborative efforts extended to his mother and siblings, who shared responsibilities that reinforced a collective work ethic, turning potential struggles into lessons in unity and resilience. Daily farm chores dominated Winkelman's childhood, demanding physical endurance and cultivating a deep-seated value for hard work, as Winkelman later reflected on how the unrelenting farm labors built his character and sense of responsibility. Early exposure to rural self-sufficiency came through practical involvement in tasks such as butchering cows, hogs, and chickens, assisting with cow births, and maintaining a 5-acre family garden. This farm environment laid the groundwork for Winkelman's lifelong connection to the outdoors, subtly influencing his later pursuits in nature-based activities.

Initial outdoor pursuits

Babe Winkelman's initial foray into outdoor pursuits began in his youth on the family dairy farm near Duelm, , where the rural environment provided physical preparation for the endurance required in and . At age six, he caught his first —striped suckers—in Stoney Brook creek running through the farm property, igniting a passion for that would define much of his life. By age seven, Winkelman was targeting at nearby Indian Lake, where he filled a and began observing behaviors, such as spawning patterns. His early fishing also included , which he discovered could serve as effective during bluegill outings. Hunting experiences followed closely, with Winkelman securing his first at age eight on the farm lands abundant with game birds, using an untrained family dog named Buck to flush Hungarian as well. By age ten, he participated in deer drives during local hunts, and at twelve, he harvested his first buck in Minnesota's wooded areas. These pursuits were largely self-taught, as Winkelman developed techniques through , learning seasonal fish movements and game habits from repeated outings on local waters and lands. Family influences played a key role, with outings alongside his father and brother at Indian Lake fostering practical skills, while his father's leasing of a cabin lot on Hay Lake near Longville in 1961 allowed focused walleye and refinement of a "pattern approach" to based on environmental observations. In his teenage years during the 1960s, Winkelman expanded his involvement through youth-oriented activities, beginning to guide fishermen on Minnesota waters starting in 1964 or 1965, including a memorable walleye trip for which he earned $20 from a father and son. Although formal clubs were not central to his early path, he engaged in local fishing efforts that built his reputation, leading into competitive tournaments by 1970. These experiences on Minnesota's lakes and fields, targeting species like walleye and deer, honed his skills amid community mentors and informal networks of outdoor enthusiasts. Winkelman's formative pursuits instilled a deep respect for nature's balance, where he witnessed how ecosystems sustained life through cycles of growth and harvest, shaping his lifelong commitment to conservation and ethical . This foundation later manifested in his for sustainable practices and stewardship learned during his youth.

Professional career

Media entry and productions

Babe Winkelman founded Babe Winkelman Productions Inc. in 1980, coinciding with the launch of his early television program Good Fishing, which allowed him to establish a dedicated company for creating outdoor media content. In 1985, Winkelman co-founded the Masters Walleye Circuit, contributing to organized competitive fishing events. In 1984, the company launched The Facts of Fishing, the first how-to fishing video series, emphasizing practical, step-by-step instructional techniques for various methods such as , , and seasonal patterns to help viewers improve their skills. These videos were produced in a straightforward, field-based style that drew on Winkelman's personal outdoor expertise, focusing on real-world applications rather than entertainment alone, and were initially distributed as tapes through direct mail-order and retail outlets targeting fishing enthusiasts. By 1988, Babe Winkelman Productions had developed and trademarked "Mastering the Patterns of " as a core branding for its educational outdoor content, encompassing principles of behavior, analysis, and adaptive strategies applicable to both and . The company's video catalog expanded rapidly, reaching over 100 titles by the 1990s, diversifying into hunting-focused productions that included early pilots for Outdoor Secrets, which explored big-game pursuits, waterfowl tactics, and methods through instructional narratives.

Television hosting

Babe Winkelman debuted his second major television series, Outdoor Secrets, in 1988, reviving interest in the hunting genre after a decline since the late 1970s through Babe Winkelman Productions Inc. The series featured action-packed adventures in big game and small game hunting across global locations, with episodes emphasizing bowhunting techniques, pursuits of whitetail and mule deer, and discussions on conservation challenges facing sportsmen. Hosted by Winkelman himself, the show combined thrilling hunts with practical tips on gear and ethical practices, airing on networks like the Pursuit Channel and later available on platforms such as Netflix. Winkelman's longest-running program, Good Fishing, began as a news segment in 1980 before expanding into a half-hour syndicated series in 1983, reaching international audiences in the early 1980s and continuing production through the 2020s for over 40 years. Each episode followed a location-specific format, where Winkelman demonstrated fishing techniques for species like walleye, bass, and panfish, sharing tips on patterns, tackle, and environmental factors while filming on-site in diverse waters from Minnesota lakes to Canadian rivers. The show's evolution included syndication on outlets like CBS Sports Network and a shift to digital platforms, with episodes from Season 17 added to Waypoint TV in 2023 for broadcast and on-demand viewing. Beyond these flagship series, Winkelman hosted additional fishing-focused programs through his production company, including segments and specials that highlighted expert guests and innovative methods, contributing to a catalog of hundreds of episodes across his career. By 2020, amid a transition from traditional television, Winkelman adapted his content to streaming services like getoutdoorstv.com, ensuring continued accessibility for audiences into 2025.

Personal life

Military service

Babe Winkelman is a of the U.S. Army.

Family background

Babe Winkelman is married to Kristeen "Kris" Winkelman, who has been involved in supporting his personal endeavors, including learning to prepare after their union. The couple has five daughters, including Jasmine, Donielle, Mackenzie, and Karlee, all of whom share an appreciation for outdoor activities that has fostered strong family bonds through shared time in natural settings. Winkelman and his family primarily reside in , where they have maintained a long-term base, and they also own a family cabin on Hay Lake near Longville, which serves as a retreat tied to his lifelong connection to the outdoors. Additionally, the family operates a near Perham, Minnesota, which they have developed into a wildlife habitat. In his personal life, Winkelman engages in farm maintenance and improvement projects, collaborating with his wife and youngest daughter Karlee to enhance the Perham property as a haven for local , an effort he describes as enjoyable and rewarding outside his professional commitments. The family's farm has also earned recognition for agricultural practices, reflecting their commitment to in the community.

Challenges and controversies

In November 2003, during a deer hunt in , television host Babe Winkelman, along with his wife Kris Winkelman and associate Michael Martin, was cited by a Department of Natural Resources for the illegal use of two-way radios while . The violation stemmed from complaints by local landowners who overheard radio communications on November 16, 2003, which the DNR alleged aided in coordinating the hunt, contravening conservation laws that prohibit electronic devices for directing hunters to game in order to uphold principles. Winkelman entered an in May 2004, acknowledging that sufficient evidence existed for a without admitting guilt, as part of a plea agreement that avoided a formal . Under the terms, he paid a $200 fine, committed to writing a column on ethics for publication, and agreed to no similar violations for one year, after which the charges would be dismissed; his companions faced similar terms but lower fines. Winkelman defended the use of the radios as a measure for family communication in remote areas, not for coordination, emphasizing that such practices were routine for non-hunting purposes. The incident drew scrutiny from the outdoor community, particularly as Winkelman served as celebrity spokesperson for the Minnesota Deer Hunters Association (MDHA), prompting the organization's board to direct its in July 2004 to review the matter comprehensively. Coverage in publications like Outdoor News and Sportsman's Blog highlighted debates over enforcement fairness and the optics of a prominent facing conservation charges, with some hunters viewing it as a minor lapse and others as undermining ethical standards. Following the resolution, Winkelman fulfilled the plea by authoring ethics-focused columns that stressed adherence to regulations and , and he incorporated similar lessons into later episodes of his television series, reinforcing his long-standing advocacy for legal and sportsmanlike practices.

Financial issues

In 2020, Babe Winkelman Productions faced significant financial challenges, leading to a Chapter 13 bankruptcy filing on March 9 by Donald Edward "Babe" Winkelman and his wife, Kristeen Winkelman, in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of . The petition cited mounting debts from high production costs, including trade payables exceeding $402,000 for the business, which had grossed only $185,240 in , amid an economic downturn affecting traditional outdoor media advertising and a broader industry shift toward digital streaming platforms. The filing listed total liabilities surpassing $800,000, encompassing business trade debts, personal mortgages on their Brainerd-area home and a Perham recreational property, obligations, and tax arrears, while assets were valued at approximately $1.4 million, including , production equipment, vehicles, and personal outdoor gear. Chapter 13 allowed for debt reorganization rather than , enabling the couple to retain assets and propose a repayment plan; a hearing was held in May 2020, after which operations continued under adjusted terms. Post-filing, Winkelman Productions transitioned shows like Good Fishing to online streaming via platforms such as getoutdoorstv.com, sustaining revenue amid the restructuring. These difficulties stemmed in part from long-term career demands in a volatile media landscape, where decades of high-cost outdoor productions outpaced shifting viewer and sponsor preferences. By 2025, as Winkelman approached retirement, the company initiated a wind-down through an of production assets, featuring over 660 items of , , and outdoor equipment held January 20 in Pequot Lakes, , to liquidate holdings and conclude business operations.

Awards and honors

Hall of fame inductions

Babe Winkelman was inducted into the Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame in 1988 in recognition of his pioneering contributions to fishing education through instructional media. In 1992, he became the only outdoors personality ever inducted into the Sports Legends Hall of Fame, sponsored by the Touchdown Club of Columbus, Ohio, alongside athletes such as Evander Holyfield and Pete Rose; this honor underscored the widespread impact of his television series on promoting outdoor sports. Winkelman received induction into the Fishing Hall of Fame of Minnesota in 2001 for his lifelong dedication to advancing knowledge and participation in the state. He was later honored with entry into the Legends of the Outdoors National Hall of Fame in 2015, celebrating his enduring influence as a media innovator in and instruction.

Other recognitions

Babe Winkelman Productions has garnered numerous industry awards for television production excellence during the and , including honors from the , Houston International Film Festival, International Film and TV Festival of New York, , U.S. International Film and Video Festival, and International Television Association. In 2020, Babe Winkelman Productions was inducted into the Fishing Hall of Fame of . In 2007, Winkelman received the Excellence in Craft award from the Outdoor Writers Association of America, recognizing his contributions to outdoor television programming. In recognition of his conservation efforts, Winkelman and his wife Kris were nominated as Conservationist of the Year by Otter Tail County in 2013 for habitat improvements on their farms. Their Perham-area farm received a water quality certification from the East Otter Tail Soil and Water Conservation District in 2020, acknowledging its role as a wildlife haven that supports deer, turkey, ruffed grouse, and waterfowl while protecting local soil and water resources. Mentions in outdoor media have celebrated Winkelman's longevity, with Waypoint TV incorporating Good Fishing into its 2023 lineup as a testament to his over 45 years in the industry.

Legacy and recent activities

Influence on outdoor media

Babe Winkelman played a pivotal role in reviving television after a decade-long hiatus, launching Outdoor Secrets in as the first dedicated hunting program on air since 1978. This series introduced an instructional format that combined action-packed adventures with practical tips on gear, techniques, and ethical practices, setting a template for future outdoor shows that prioritized viewer education over mere spectacle. Central to Winkelman's influence was his educational philosophy, encapsulated in trademarks like “Teaching America to Fish” (1985) and “Mastering the Patterns of Nature” (1988), which emphasized understanding behaviors, promoting conservation, and upholding ethical standards in and . Across hundreds of episodes of Good Fishing (debuting in 1980) and Outdoor Secrets, he demonstrated how to observe natural patterns—such as animal migrations and habitat preferences—to improve success rates while advocating for sustainable practices that preserve resources for . This approach not only democratized outdoor skills but also elevated the genre's reputation for substantive content, influencing production standards in syndicated outdoor programming by integrating high-quality with informative narration. Winkelman's mentorship extended through his pioneering how-to fishing videos, starting with The Facts of Fishing in 1984, which trained aspiring outdoor enthusiasts and producers in ethical and technical execution, fostering a new wave of personalities in the industry. As media evolved, he adapted by shifting from traditional syndication to streaming platforms in the 2020s, launching content on GetOutdoorsTV in 2020 to reach digital audiences amid changing viewing habits.

Current endeavors

As of 2025, Babe Winkelman maintains an active social media presence on platforms including Facebook and YouTube, where he shares fishing tips, personal outdoor experiences, and veteran-related insights. His Facebook page, with over 179,000 followers, features regular posts and videos on techniques such as using belly boats for fishing (November 7, 2025) and targeting northern pike (January 13, 2025). In May 2025, he posted a video titled "Great Lakes smallies!" showcasing smallmouth bass fishing in the Great Lakes region, providing practical advice on lures and locations. His YouTube channel, boasting 18,100 subscribers, continues to host archived and ongoing content focused on hunting and fishing education. Winkelman's partnership with Waypoint TV, established in 2023, persists into 2025, with episodes of his long-running series Good Fishing airing regularly on the channel and available via video-on-demand. This collaboration ensures reruns of classic content while supporting limited new production efforts, keeping his instructional programming accessible to audiences nationwide. In early 2025, Winkelman announced his retirement transition through a public of personal and professional items, managed by K-BID, which closed on , 2025. The event included over 660 lots of well-maintained rods, hunting gear, outdoor equipment, and career memorabilia, reflecting a deliberate winding down of his production operations after more than four decades in the industry. Winkelman sustains his advocacy for outdoor access and youth in Minnesota via his media platforms, emphasizing conservation, safe practices, and introducing younger audiences to the outdoors through shared tips and stories that promote lifelong engagement with .

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