PRO TEAM
Wilderness Systems Kayak Fishing
PRO TEAM
Wilderness Systems Kayak Fishing
The Wilderness Systems Pro Team
The Wilderness Systems kayak fishing team is a circle built on time spent on the water. These anglers and guides have learned what matters after long days, changing conditions, and miles of paddling: stability you stop thinking about, layouts that make sense, and gear that earns trust slowly but permanently.
Wilderness Systems has never been about being the loudest name on the ramp. It’s the kayak you notice after a few seasons on the water. The one experienced anglers quietly recommend later. The kind you discover, then wonder why more people don’t already know. Our Pro Team reflects that spirit: practical anglers who value feel over flash and confidence over noise.
Meet Team USA
Rob English
Team Manager │ Social Media │ Inshore Kayak Angler
⟟ Southern NJ • Member since: 2010
The Rig: Tactical Pro 128
The Target: Striped Bass, Sheepshead, Flounder
Pro Tip: Master your kayak, respect the water, and let experience—not hype—drive your setup.
Jeremy (JC) Sanchez
Kayak Pro │ Content Creator
⟟ South Carolina • Member since: 2020
The Rig: Tactical Pro 128
The Target: Bass, Redfish, Trout
Pro Tip: Respect the water, be safe, and fish on!
Jared Esley
Kayak Fishing Guide
⟟ Texas • Member since: 2011
The Rig: Tarpon 140
The Target: Redfish, Flounder, Trout
Pro Tip: Keep your kayak as simple as you can. Mold It to your needs and enjoy the water!
Eric Nelson
Kayak Bass Angler │ Content Creator
⟟ North Carolina • Member since: 2020
The Rig: Recon 120HD
The Target: Largmouth, Smallmouth & Spotted Bass
Pro Tip: Keeping it simple and staying organized will make your journey more productive and enjoyable!
Eugene Mora
Kayak Bass Angler │ Brand Advocate
⟟ South & Central Texas • Member since: 2014
The Rig: Recon 120HD & Radar 135
The Target: Largemouth Bass, King Fish
Pro Tip: Don't be afraid to cover water. Very rarely will the fish come to you; go out and find them.
Coy Lehman
Kayak Angler │ Mountain State Kayak Anglers President
⟟ West Virginia • Member since: 2016
The Rig: Recon 120HD
The Target: Smallmouth, Largemouth, Spotted Bass
Pro Tip: Build friendships and relationships from the sport that will last a lifetime.
Meet Team Canada
Mike Zilkowsky
Team Manager │ Kayak Fishing Enthusiast
⟟ Alberta • Member since: 2011
The Rig: Recon 120HD
The Target: Trout, Pike, Walleye
Pro Tip: Start with a comfortable PFD you will always wear on the water. Then just enjoy being in the water.
Breanne Jada
Multi-Species Angler │ Content Creator
⟟ Manitoba & Ontario • Member since: 2024
The Rig: Tactical Pro 128
The Target: Walleye, Northern Pike, Channel Catfish
Pro Tip: Adapt quickly—what worked yesterday might not work today.
Francis Carrière
Content Creator │ Tournament Angler │ Fishing & Hunting
⟟ Quebec • Member since: 2023
The Rig: Tactical Pro 128
The Target: Northern pike, Bass, Musky
Pro Tip: Be patient, fish hard and let the wilderness teach you.
Jean Muzzerall
Competitive Kayak Multi Species Angler │ Content Creator
⟟ New Brunswick • Member since: 2021
The Rig: Recon 120HD
The Target: Small & Largemouth Bass, Sturgeon
Pro Tip: Keep pushing your limits and remember to have fun - we're here to support your journey!
Chad Shank
Content Creator │ Fishing & Hunting │ Outdoor Explorer
⟟ Alberta • Member since: 2025
The Rig: Recon 120HD
The Target: Lake Trout, Pike, Walleye
Pro Tip: Explore beyond the obvious spots—new water often holds your best fish.
Wilderness Systems Ambassadors
Beyond the core team, a broader circle of ambassadors revolves around the brand — anglers who discovered Wilderness Systems the same way most owners do: through experience, over time. They fish their local waters, explore nearby rivers, and share authentic moments on the water.
For many, Wilderness Systems isn’t the first kayak they hear about, it’s the one they ultimately choose to stay with. A little more personal, a little less obvious, and a true revelation once you’re on the water. Our ambassadors pass that feeling on by welcoming new paddlers into a community that values authenticity, independence, and confidence on the water. Together, they help preserve the essence of Wilderness Systems, a brand you grow with.
