And so he instructs you which bait to snap on. You cast, peering through polarized glasses, cutting through the lake's surface glare, hoping to see something long and fierce chasing your bait. When it happens, the endorphins are released as the sloshing, toothed monster slashes at the surface, splashing the boat side until it's slimy figure is netted. This, of course, only fuels a need to catch more. Luckily, these muskie lakes can satisfy the need.

Webster Lake is ranked sixth for numbers of muskie caught in North America by Muskies, Inc. In 2002, Darrin Conley broke the state record with his 42-pound, 8-ounce muskie he nabbed on Lake James (known as Little Tippy) while he was trolling, a method Weirick has perfected to catch his share of monster muskie.

Lake Tippecanoe and the Barbee Chain have also become favorites of Weirick's because of their consistent action and potential for perhaps another state record fish. Whether you're a seasoned muskie diehard trying to get a grasp on these lakes or just want to give the sport a try, Weirick has the medicine. Let's not kid ourselves. Muskie fishing is an addiction. "I've got the cure," Weirick says.