Hunt Fish Travel Podcast with Carrie Z, a podcast about hunting and fishing the world. (HuntFishTravel) (Carrie Z)

“HuntFishTravel 136 - Food Plots with Horny Buck Seed Co” Doug Kostreva stops by to explain how the company got its name, considerations for planting a food plot, how to hunt over one and then he goes on a rant as epic as any I've ever gone on.

1:40 Horny Buck Seed back story
5:35 How Doug handled some bullying that occurred with his children.
10:10 What types of food plots can you plant? Food Plot or Shot Plot?
15:00 Where to get a soil testing kit.
17:00 Why cutting corners should be avoided.
20:00 What you should be considering for your spring food plots now, in winter.
23:00 Is there such a thing as a "Winter Food plot"?
25:00 Recommendations for hunting over an established food plot.
28:00 How Horny Buck Seed got its name.
37:00 Chris Brackett Shout Out.
40:00 What's on the horizon for Horny Buck Seed.
44:00 A hunter vs hunter rant "kill what you want and stop being a jerk".
54:00 Contact info for Horny Buck Seed.

Check out http://hornybuckseed.com for more information.

"HuntFishTravel 148 - Sturgeon Spearing through the Ice in Wisconsin"

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Carrie is joined by Lee Schneider of Boot-Trac Adventures. They chat about sturgeon spearing scouting, cutting in, how to navigate the roads on the lake and they share their two biggest tips for first time spearers.

• 01:04 World Dragon Shooting Day and the Cynical Saints
• 03:15 I'll be hunting turkeys in IL w/Sharkey Outfitters be sure to follow me on Periscope @Carrie Zylka
• 04:00 Introduction to Boot-Trac Adventures
• 05:00 Introduction to Sturgeon Spearing
• 08:30 How weather has affected the 2016 sturgeon harvest.
• 11:00 The largest sturgeon taken as of the time of this recording.
• 11:30 Scouting for sturgeon spearing season.
• 12:30 The three top things sturgeon eat during the winter.
• 14:00 Navigating the roads plowed/maintained by the fisheries on the lake.
• 17:30 The day before the season starts and cutting in.
• 20:00 Dark houses and interesting shanties.
• 23:00 Lee's top tip for a first time spearers.
• 23:30 Carrie's top tip for a first time spearers.
• 25:00 Where you can watch the Boot-Trac Adventures tv show.

• Carrie on Twitter
• HuntFishTravel Facebook Page
• Boot-Trac Facebook Page
• huntit.tv
• Fond du Lac, WI
• World Dragon Shooting Day Facebook
• Cynical Saints Facebook

#HuntFishTravel Ep 172- 2016 WI Deer Gun Opener Preview with Kevin Wallenfang, DNR

In this episode we're talking about the new regulations, how many licenses were sold last year and how many deer taken, blaze pink and Kevin's #1 tip for a new hunter heading out into the woods this weekend.

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Dan stops by to chat about his experiences hunting in Africa. I'm candid and honest with him regarding the fact that I've never had a real draw to Africa. We chat about safety concerns, taxidermy and touch briefly on costs.

Listen in to Part 1 of this 2 part episode!

• Wintershoeksafaris.com
• Wintershoek Safaris

HuntFishTravel SharkWeek 2016 - Cape Cod Breweries & Shark Fishing

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0:30 Devil's Purse Brewery

8:30 Sarah Shark Fisherwoman Extraordinaire

• https://twitter.com/DevilsPurseBeer
• http://devilspurse.com
• https://twitter.com/jandsarafish
• 2015 SharkWeek Episode

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June 11, 2022 fellow Navy Veteran Aaron Lane and I join professional angler Mike Hucker for the Take A Vet Fishing Event on Lake Waubesa.

We discuss the event, from a guide, as well as a participant standpoint, the mission of the organization, and upcoming events.

Links:

• Take A Vet Fishing

Britney Starr owner of Starr & Bodill African Safaris.

#HuntFishTravel 178 - Hunting Dogs 101 with Ron Boehme of the Hunting Dog Podcast

This week we're chatting with Ron Boehme of the Hunting Dog Podcast.

We’re running the gamut on this episode, homeowner considerations, what breed is right for you, breed considerations for where you live, crates, choosing a professional trainer, training tips for doing it yourself and what to do with an older dog you’d like to train for hunting.

Plus Ron tells us the funniest turkey hunting story I've ever heard....

Check out Ron’s show The Hunting Dog Podcast.

Listen to Carrie's Hail Mary Turkey Hunt here.

• The Hunting Dog Podcast
• The Hunting Dog Podcast Facebook Page

191 - Where's Waldo...err I mean Where's Carrie? 

A solocast while I drive!

I'm on my way to South Dakota and I'm sharing my thoughts on the podcast, solo hunts and being a story teller.

Find me on Twitter @CarrieZylka or find Hunt Fish Travel on Facebook.

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Mike is a Professor of Genetics and has written several books, the first 4 were more of the scientific nature, but the last book is a story driven by passion as a biologist, conservationist, mostly as a hunter and fueled by a non-hunter mentality.  It covers ecosystem restoration and human community improvement

Mike shares a ton of facts about Mozambique and its 1 ½ million acres that have been restored with the help of the people and outsiders to a middle-class level. It is historically heaven on earth for big games hunters.

In the 1950's hunters and then civil war through 92 shut down tourist/hunters along with travelers.  It’s a safe area now, especially the Southern portion.  Crime is safer than in Atlanta, Georgia.

He shares how anti-poaching movement in the area helped and reminds us that Malaria shots are still needed as a visitor.

He discusses how the next book will be more on a global viewing of hunting dollar helping hospitals, community development and the wild game protein feeds the people. 

Mike’s book has received positive feedback and has encouraged him to write more books.  Even a member of PETA remarked, they did not realize how much funding went back into the ecosystem renewal via hunting.

Links:

• Website
• Facebook
• Buy the Book Here

The HuntFishTravel Podcast Episode #238 - Deschutes River, Oregon with Dave from the Wet Fly Swing Podcast

In this episode of the Hunt Fish Travel podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dave Stewart, the host of the Wet Fly Swing podcast. We dove deep into the world of fly fishing, particularly focusing on the stunning Deschutes River in Oregon.

Dave shared fascinating insights into the Wet Fly Swing podcast, emphasizing its dedication to providing detailed information for planning unforgettable fishing trips. We also talked about the incredible diversity of fly fishing, from chasing muskies to even tackling Mako sharks!

As an expert on fly fishing in Oregon, Dave generously shared his knowledge about fishing for steelhead in the Deschutes River. We touched on the prime seasons for steelhead fishing and delved into different techniques like nymphing. Dave also highlighted the crucial importance of protecting certain areas for fish spawning and habitat restoration.

Towards the end of our conversation, Dave gave us a glimpse into his family life and their upcoming road trip to Wisconsin and South Dakota, which sounds like an amazing adventure!

To wrap things up, Dave shared a personal story about a memorable hunting and fishing trip he and his family took to the Deschutes River.

Chapters:

• 00:00 Introduction to the Wet Fly Swing podcast
• 04:20 Providing Detailed Information for Fishing Trips
• 06:40 Simplifying Fly Fishing and Guiding Listeners
• 08:04 Exploring the World of Fly Fishing,
• 11:24 Taking Episode Requests and Planning an Oahu Bone Fishing Episode Because Carrie Was Too Chicken To Get Into the Kaneohe Bay Waters
• 18:02 Fly Fishing for Muskies and Other Species
• 23:52 Protecting Fish Spawning Areas and Habitat Restoration
• 27:44 Family Road Trip: Fishing and Hunting Across the Country
• 29:39 Introduction and Setting the Stage
• 31:31 The Challenges of Hunting in Challenging Terrain
• 32:57 Carrying a Deer Out of the Mountains
• 34:23 A Memorable Trip with the Family

Links:

• The Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Show Podcast Website
• The Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Show Podcast Facebook Page

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In this episode, we're chatting with Max from True Blue Broadheads. I was surprised to find out what species you can hunt while visiting Australia.

Very surprised.

You will be, too. This is a fun episode and Max was a great guest. Plus, I'm excited about their hybrid broadhead.

Links:

• True Blue Broadheads Website
• True Blue Broadheads Instagram

"huntFishTravel 151 - Hawaii, Fishing for Wahoo on the Big Island"

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Trent Marsh joins me this week and we are chatting about visiting and fishing the Big Island.

• 03:00 Why go to the Big Island
• 06:30 - fishing charter
• 08:30 Fish share
• 09:30 Fish on!
• 10:45 Types of fish to target
• 12:00 Drooling over fresh fish
• 15:00 Homemade teriyaki
• 16:00 Tips for finding the right charter

Trent's YouTube Video (strike, fight & catch)
Bite Me Sportfishing

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In this episode I'm sharing my experiences at the Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers conference in Branson, MO.

Bowfishing, conference highlights, media speed dating, and of course how I coped with my "I'm so done peopling right now" attitude.

Be sure to subscribe to the YouTube Channel - I'll be posting a bunch of videos soon!

HuntFishTravel.com/YouTube

Live from ATA2018!

HuntFishTravel Podcast - Drive Your Own Dog Sled with Wolfsong Adventures in Mushing in Bayfield, Wisconsin

Mush!

Mush!

Anyone's who's every watched the Iditarod has dreamed of driving their own sled across the icy tundra. Dogs running and barking and the cold wind in your hair. Well you can experience it here in northern Wisconsin.

In this week's episode we are chatting with Jen Dale, Kennel Manager and Guide for Wolfsong Adventures in Mushing. She tells how you can experience this amazing trip, the types of trips offered, and how the dogs are really the star of the show.

Listen in to hear about the dog that only responds to an Austrian accent, the best place to grab a fish fry and the magic of driving a sled at night.

• Wolfsong Adventures in Mushing
• The Dogs
• DaLou’s Bistro

"#HuntFishTravel 152 - Montana - Using Scent Lures to Predator Hunt"

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Esai Cervantez a 27 year old entrepreneur joins me to chat about using scents to lure in predators, especially coyotes and why Montana is THE perfect place to test his products.

• 01:25 Introduction to Old Cy's Outdoor Performance Products
• 04:45 Why you should consider Montana
• 06:45 public or outfitter for predator hunting?
• 08:00 What time of day/night to hunt predators
• 08:45 Luring predators with scents
• 10:15 is using a lure baiting?
• 11:00 Where should I set up?
• 13:00 What time of year to use which lure: visual, scent or sound
• 14:30 Non Resident License Prices
• 16:00 #1 Tip for a new predator hunter
• 16:45 Crazy story
• 18:30 How the local universities have supported the scent lure research.

Find more about the products here: PredaturLures.com
On Twitter: @oldcys

"HuntFishTravel - Russian Bear Hunt with Mia Anstine""HuntFishTravel - Russian Bear Hunt with Mia Anstine"

Last fall I spent a week hunting elk in the Colorado mountains with Mia, while I was there she told me all about her hunt in Russia. From getting travel documents last minute to hunting bears in the dark to sketchy Russian border crossings.

Listen in to hear the tale.

• Mia Anstine Podcast
• Mia Anstine Facebook
• Mia Anstine Twitter
• Mia Anstine Instagram
• Beretta Blog: A Sako Tour Plus Range Time
• Beretta Blog: A Russian Moose Hunt

192 - My GPS died on me....again.

It's my first full day in South Dakota. It rained on me for most of the day but I think I found a great spot for the morning.

Hope I remember where the heck it is since I wasn't able to mark it on my Garmin...

"Finding Private Land Open to Public Hunting in Wisconsin". Carrie is talking to WI Department of Natural Resources Forester Julie Peltier, about hunting on private land that is open to  the public.

"HuntFishTravel 171 - Hunting the Rut - Your Questions Answered with Kip Adams of the QDMA"

What are the top three questions people ask Wildlife Biologist Kip Adams of the Quality Deer Management Association about hunting the rut? Listen in to find out!

00:00 Wisconsin Opening Day & catching up with Eric Clark from Where to Hunt Podcast

Interview:
12:30 Pennysylvania opening day
13:30 New Hampshire opening day

15:00 What would you say is the number 1 question hunters ask you about hunting the rut?

15:00 Q1 - "When is the rut going to happen in my area"

17:00 If you could pinpoint two days to be in the woods, two days that should not be missed what would they be?
When
18:00 How does pre-rut impact hunters and GPS collared deer
20:25 Monitoring scrape use and how to be careful monitoring them during peak breeding season.
22:45 Where deer prefer mock scrapes to be
23:30 monitoring mock scrapes on public.

24:00 Q2 - "Why am I not seeing any activity?"

27:00 No hot does in the area? How to fool them
29:00 What the GPS collared deer have taught us about their behavior during the hunting season and the type of terrain they prefer.
31:05 How to hunt the second weekend of rifle season after they've been pushed.
32:30 Where the average person can find GPS tracking data

36:10 Q3 What is the best strategy for hunting the rut.
39:30 If you're hunting public what kind of food sources should you look for.

41:30 Listener Question: Can a buck's age fool you during the rut?

44:00 Final thoughts on hunting the rut.
46:00 New update for the Where to Hunt App - where2huntapp.com

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Erin Larson is a Minnesota native, Stevens Point graduate and Wisconsin DNR Deer Herd Specialist.

I had so many questions about CWD, and she happily answered all of them.

From how to identify a sick deer on the fly, what to do with the carcass if you want to get it tested but still want to get the head mounted, how long it takes for test results to come back and the process of testing samples.

A fascinating interview about a topic that has become a well known subject for every deer hunter.

Links:

• • WI DNR CWD Info

 
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Listen in to this hilarious episode, Pat is a very entertaining guy who is involved in just about everything outdoors.

It was March 22, 2017 when I last interviewed Jana for episode 179 about her Alaska Moose Hunt, I can’t believe it’s been that long!

Jana Waller joins me in the virtual studio from her new home in Utah – we chat about her show Skullbound Chronicles, and how she’s making the shift from traditional network tv to an all-digital platform on Carbon TV.

She shares the harrowing story of her goat hunt and how she scored a coveted conservation tag, she reveals a moment of panic and overcoming her fear of heights, and she tells us why this 17 day hunt became one of her all time favorites.

We then move on, and she shares her #1 tip for someone looking to break into the outdoor industry, and then we talk about social media trolls. And of course how NOT to feed the trolls.

Jana then talks about a social media tip she got from her good friend Melissa Bachman about why you shouldn’t report the troll accounts.

And she goes on to tell us about hunts she’s been able to take veterans on and how they’ve really touched her heart.

And finally, we promised to not allow 7 years to pass before the next interview!

Links:

• Skull Bound Chronicles on Carbon TV
• HuntFishTravel Episode 179 – Jana Waller

#HuntFishTravel 182 - Fangirling over Sturgeon Spearing

I doubt you’ll find two women more excited to stare down a hole and cut huge ice cubes out of a frozen lake with a chainsaw than Trisha Steffen and I.

If you want the step by step in depth equipment and technique information, please listen to Episode 144.

While we do go through some of the equipment needed and some of the regulations for sturgeon spearing, Trisha and I really go into detail on the culture and the event’s atmosphere. From Bloody Mary’s delivered to your shanty to bonfires on the lake to beer tents to Labrador Retrievers swimming beneath the ice from one shanty to the other…we’ve got it all.

By the end of this episode, you’ll be crazy excited to join us in 2018.

A few links you’ll definitely need to check out:

• Carrie’s sturgeon spearing articles and episodes.
• Sturgeon Stampede
• The Frozen Chosen (available on Netflix streaming)

• toyota.com
• toyotanewsroom.com

"HuntFishTravel 161 South Dakota (Pt 2) - South Dakota - Wisconsinites Who Get Lost"

Wisconsinites Getting Lost in South Dakota!

Part 2 of the South Dakota interview with Patrick Flanigan

00:30 Carrie gets lost in SD

21:00 Patrick gets lost in SD

26:30 straight up nonsense (yeti, Predator, UFO's and the real reason we got lost)

29:30 Where does Carrie podcast from?

31:30 Pat's super secret project.

...abducted by aliens!!

Costa Rica is on my radar, lots of family and friends have visited the destination for vacation and fishing trips. Lisa stops by to chat about her favorite topic – fishing!

Costa Rica has become an inexpensive tourist hotspot, it’s safe, is eco-friendly, the government is very stable, they take US dollars, the accommodations and food are top notch, and the fishing is out of this world. I personal think the Tourism Bureau has done a top-notch job getting the word out.

Lisa provides fishing trip for a VERY reasonable cost depending on what experience you’re looking for.

She explains how depending on the budget, she can accommodate you. She provides trips on the pacific side, because the fishing is better and the pirates are scarce. Yes I said pirates!

Notes of Interest:

• Southwest now services Costa Rica
• US currency is accepted
• Tips are included in the check
• The country has 4 species of monkeys, 11 species of big cats and tons of birds, so there are lots of natural resources to enjoy.
• Fishing License costs $13.00 and is generally included in the charter fee.
• Decide which species you want to fish before you plan your trip.
• Summer (aka not rainy season): December-March is when you should go to catch the Marlin, Mahi Mahi etc.
• Winter (aka rainy season): May-November is when you should go to catch rooster fish, pompano etc. Good for whale watching, birthing happens and the moms teach the babies and the cost is lower so great for family vacations
• Inshore Fishing: Grouper, Snapper, Snook, Rooster Fish, jack, pompano
• Inshore is advantageous because the rain washes all the nutrients down out of the mountains. And the storms create rough water so you want to stay closer to shore.
• Offshore Fishing: Blue and Black Marlin, Wahoo, Tuna, Sailfish

Contact info:

Lisa Montgomery

855-711-7773

LuxuriousFishingVacations.com

Episode 104 – Fishing and Vacationing in Belize

Episode 125 - Kodiak Island in Alaska

"HuntFishTravel 176 - Minnesota - Ice Fishing Lake of the Woods"

In this episode I've got Joe Henry from Lake of the Woods, Minnesota, we're talking about how the visitor's bureau has really separated themselves from the tourism pack, the incredible walleye and sauger opportunities, what you can expect from the resorts and fishing shanties, an igloo bar you can fish in, and why it's such a unique place to go fishing.

• Lake of the Woods – Lake of the Woods, Minnesota

Have you ever spent 15 hours completely lost in a dark canyon with no GPS, water or shelter? Well Carrie has and she’s telling the story from start to finish. Joined as always by Rachel Fontaine the conversation revolves around the mule deer hunt, the excitement, the let downs and of course the take-aways.

Special guest co-host Trent Marsh adds his humor and unique outlook on life to the conversation.

If you’d like to read the two part story you can read it on the wwocz.net website.

Rated “Explicit” for some language.

3:35 AGLOW Conference

6:15 oops technical hiccup

6:30 SD hunt

45:00 optics considerations

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Location: Central Georgia

Where to Watch: Waypoint TV, YouTube, Sling, Peacock

Introduction:

In this episode, we delve into the world of “The Challenge”, a documentary style show following Brad Frost & Scott Carrol. 

Brad is a seasoned television host with a passion for adventure. Joined by co-hosts Scott Carol and Dave Moore, Brad shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a prominent figure in the outdoor industry. Tune in as we uncover the stories behind the lens and the adventures that have shaped the show and their career.

Background:

• Brad Frost, Editor, and Host, has been a prominent figure in outdoor television since 2004, producing 34 episodes per quarter.
• Inspired by a trip to Africa, Brad's interest in outdoor exploration ignited, leading him to embark on a journey with the support of his family.
• Scott Carrol's love for the outdoors started at a very young age. He tackles filming his hunts, and adds the challenge of doing it all while only shooting bow and arrow.
• Dave Moore joined the team in 2016 as the Field Producer, bringing organization and expertise to the production process.

Show Highlights:

• The team's dedication to making the show enjoyable, ensuring it never feels like a chore.
• Collaborating with sponsors who share their vision and support their endeavors.
• Behind-the-scenes discussions on camera techniques, angles, and production strategies.
• Spotlight on Kouragous Outdoor Kids Inc., a volunteer group dedicated to helping disabled children experience outdoor activities like hunting, supported by donations and community involvement.
• Heartwarming stories of hunting experiences with children overcoming challenges, such as Hunter Williams, a 16-year-old cancer survivor.
• Expansion of the program with chapters in Georgia, South Carolina, and participants from various states.
• Episodes covering a wide range of hunting experiences across the United States and beyond, including South Africa.
• Plans for future adventures, including alligator hunting and white tail expeditions.
• Challenges faced in outdoor pursuits, such as declining turkey populations and the impact of overhunting.
• The importance of building relationships and creating meaningful experiences beyond the hunt itself.
• Insights into the grind of a turkey tour and the dedication required for successful outdoor adventures.

Conclusion:

Join us as we explore the great outdoors with Brad Frost and gain insights into the world of outdoor television production, conservation efforts, and the transformative power of nature. 

Links:

• The Challenge Outdoors Instagram
• The Challenge Outdoors Website
• The Challenge Outdoors Waypoint Tv

Thank you for listening!

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast platform or sponsors.

Ep 137 Interview with Patrick Flanigan, Turkey Hunting and Hilariously Random Subjects

Show notes: http://wwocz.net/ep121

One of the most random episodes I’ve ever recorded, Patrick Flanigan stops by to chat about what’s going on with the Xtreme Team, the Spray & Pray Tour and what the future holds for him.

And then we reminisce about turkey hunting, plan my 40th birthday in Hawaii and head down about a dozen random rabbit holes.

It’s pretty amusing…

05:30 What kind of hunting Patrick enjoys | 

08:11 The biggest difference hunting Oshkosh, WI vs Black Hills, SD | 

11:10 How he got involved in extreme shooting in the first place. | 

12:50 9 Time World Record - what they all are. | 

15:00 Guinness World Record for Drumming | 

17:45 Our musical tastes | 

18:35 Deer Hunting season wrap up | 

21:00 Mule deer hunting in SD and scheduling woes | 

23:00 SD Trespassers and how he deals with them | 

23:45 Spray & Pray Tour (Patrick’s mentored show) | 

27:45 Hawaiian epicness for Carrie's 40th birthday | 

29:15 Patrick’s top 3 tips for new shooters | 

30:15 A little motivation for the listeners | 

32:55 Did you know Patrick has three daughters? A blond, a red head and a brunette! | 

34:55 Blooper - Patrick’s most embarrassing (but funny) blooper. | 

39:05 Patrick’s most favorite memory of being in the business. | 

44:25 Dealing with haters and womanizing in the industry | 

50:05 A saturated market - how to stand out | 

56:30 Motivational speaking gigs | 

57:18 What's up for 2016 | 

1:00:25 Live in the moment and the obligatory Machine Head reference | 

1:02:00 Can there be a National Turn Your Phone Off Day??? | 

1:02:45 New Year's Resolutions, and why making sure your social media facts are correct. | 

1:06:00 Back to talking about Deadwood and the South Dakota turkey hunt. | 

1:03:45 Mike Magrew shout-out | 

1:07:00 His website  and how to get a hold of Patrick if you have any questions.

Yvonne Brown - a woman I definitely respect for her efforts in angler retention and education stops by to chat about what she's got going on.

She talks about Ontario Women Anglers and who the members are. She explains how the "Master Angler Program works. We recorded this before COVID hit and while the event is past, the French River event was interesting to hear about so I left it in the interview.

Yvonne is a busy lady and she talks about all the events she hosts and organizes, how they always have loaner tackle and rods, and how COVID affected some of them.

Then she shares how she got into fishing and how she caught the bug early and what her suggestion would be if you want to fish in Ontario.

Links:

• Ontario Women Anglers Website
• Ontario Women Anglers Facebook Page
• Master Angler Program

#HuntFishTravel 177 - North Dakota - Ice Fishing on Devils Lake

This week we're chatting with Tanner Cherney, Visitor Services & Outdoor Media Coordinator for the Devils Lake CVB. Devils Lake is a premiere destination for ice fishing.  Listen in to find out why it's called the Perch Capital of the World, how it got it's name and the lore behind the area.  What sort of accommodations you will find, winter camping and resorts both.

And then we talk about year round fishing and hunting opportunities.

Grahams Island

#HuntFishTravel 181 – Fishing Alligator Lake, Florida in an Ultraskiff

This week's episode is all about the coolest new fishing boat. We've got Jeff Lizzio creator of the Ultraskiff, and he's telling us all about this new type of boat.

Then we're talking about Alligator Lake near Clearwater, a secret bass fishing hotspot in Florida.

Ultraskiff Links:

• Website
• Facebook
• Twitter
• Youtube

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Shot Show 2022 - Novagrade Universal Standard Digiscoping Adapter for Smartphones

In this funny episode, Alex Gouthro of Moose Madness takes me step by step how to make a moose call using my face.

2:30 About Moose Madness

3:30 Moose Sub Species. 

4:30 Minimum Calibers/Draw Weight needed to kill a moose.

6:00 Difference in Outfitter Prices.

8:00 Suggestions on where a first time moose hunter should go.

8:45 Which calling tactic to use.

11:30 How to find moose even when you're not hunting and tips on photographing them.

13:30 Step by step instruction on how to make a moose call using your sinus cavities and fingers.

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Jordan Christensen from The Draw stops by for an EXTRA long episode. Normally I’d break this apart into 2 or 3 parts to keep the under 30-minute algorithm happy, but the information imparted was so intertwined there was no way I could break it apart. So go work out for an hour and a half, head up to ice camp and listen along because this information packed episode is epic.

Jordan shares his rise in the outdoor industry, and his journey from outfitter to taxidermist to hunting consultant for Cabelas.

We talk about permit draws and lotteries and how he helps other hunters navigate the process via The Draw.

One of the states and species we highlighted in depth was Elk hunting in New Mexico, he explains the difference between a $750 DIY OTC draw tag vs the $10,000 available landowner tags. And which one is right for you.

He talks about what Guided Pools even are and how it works.

Then we chat about how We are the Draw service works and the costs you incur by using them. (which is surprisingly low.)

We talk about drawing tags, cost of, odds and probably a ton of informational tidbits I’m forgetting about several states and species.

And in the end I ask him, “I have no idea what I want to hunt or where, what do you recommend?” And his answer surprised me. The state and specie(s) suggested were extremely doable.

Share this on social media with the answer to that question, tag the HuntFishTravel Podcast in it for a chance to win a free HFT tee shirt on April 15^th!

Links:

• The Draw Website
• The Draw Facebook
• The Draw Instagram

"146 - Oregon - Hunting Elk with Cody Rich of the Rich Outdoors Podcast"

A continuation of the conversation with Cody Rich about hunting in Blacktail in Oregon on episode 126. Only now we’re transitioning over to elk hunting in Oregon.

Listen in as Cody tells us how his sister went from “let the bunnies run free” to “hardcore bowhunter” and her very first elk hunt.

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Tommy from Tommy's Outdoor's joins us to share some background knowledge on the species and the environment they live in.

We chat about hunting regulations and how bowhunting is not even allowed in most European countries.

Sika deer were introduced into Ireland in 1860 by Lord Powerscourt.

Listen in to learn about public land in Ireland, herd management, and hybridization.

Links:

• Tommy's Outdoors Website

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On this episode, I'm interviewing Sue Tidwell, author of self-published Cries of the Savanna, whose goal as a non-hunter is to make people fall in love with Africa.

The book covers her terrifying, amazing, wonderful and scary adventure at Masimba Camp in Tanzania as a non-hunter. (She is not apposed to hunting). Tanzania is a remote area where the people welcome the hunters who give them the meat. The people never waste anything. They lack protein in their diet so they welcome the money (which goes for anti poaching) and meat the hunters supply. She explains about how hunting protects the habitat. They do not have the tools to hunt with, so they poison animals or set traps. She tells a story of brothers watching their herd who are attacked and his 2 brothers are eaten in from of him.
She also writes about Lilian a Tanzian game scout who verifies all of her information in the book to be correct.

It was a fascinating conversation about hunting Africa as well as the struggles a self-published author faces when going forward with a project like this.

Links:

• Website
• Faceboook Page
• Amazon

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Dan stops by to chat about his experiences hunting in Africa. I'm candid and honest with him regarding the fact that I've never had a real draw to Africa. We chat about safety concerns, taxidermy and touch briefly on costs.

Listen in to Part 1 of this 2 part episode!

• Wintershoeksafaris.com
• Wintershoek Safaris

Brief overview of why I started the Wild World of CarrieZ podcast, a bit of background and what you can expect from the show going forward.

"HuntFishTravel 179 - Jana Waller, Alaska Moose Hunt and Working in the Hunting Industry"

Jana Waller stops by to give me the low down on her Alaskan moose hunt, how they had to rent horse, but the wrangler couldn't come get them after they'd filled their tags so they decided to hoof it out!

She gives us some packing tips and why (as a fellow Milwaukee-an) the dread of crypto is real in the back country.

And then we talk candidly about working in the outdoor industry and all it's quirks.

Check out Jana's show on the Sportsman Channel and be sure to find her on all the social media platforms under "SkullboundTV".

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Brandon Sislo of Angling Adventures stops by to talk about fishing Isle Royale National Park, a remote island wilderness in the middle of Lake Superior that is an angler's paradise that is accessibly by boat or plane.

Brandon explains how fishing the island's many coves, bays, channels, and reefs by all-inclusive food and lodging charter boat is the best way to experience it, and he's ready to take you.

Links:

• Website
• Facebook Page

#ATA2016 - CanAm, New Breed Archery, Bohning Archery, Mossy Oak, Nikon, QDMA, Shawn Michaels& Keith Mark

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Adam was interviewed on “Okayest Fisher” podcast going to be at the Open Season Sportsman’s Expo at the Kalahari.

We chat about my 3 state ice fishing trip last year, and about my Lake of the Woods trip this past January.

Free to Prowl Outdoors’s mission is to inspire hunting and fishing. He talks about how he spent two and a half weeks living in his truck fishing all over Canada, and how his explanation to the border patrol was a bit dicey. Plus he explains how he kept warm sleeping in the back of his truck.

We talk about his connections to a resort in Thunder Bay. He talks about how much a non-resident license costs, daily possessions and baits that were successful.

Then we talk about what we both have coming up this year.

Links:

• Free to Prowl Facebook Page
• Free to Prowl Website
• Open Season Sportsman's Expo
• Okayest Fisher Ep 3

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Andrew, owner of Gauthier’s Fishing Guide Service, stops by to chat about ice fishing on Lake Minoqua & the Bay of Green Bay.

We chat about the odd weather and ice conditions, we chat about the different areas and why he chose to guide for panfish instead of the species everyone else guides for.

And then we chat about a new bait he discovered, he shares the technique for using them and why they work so well.

Links:

• Gauthier’s Fishing Guide Service Website
• Gauthier’s Fishing Guide Service Facebook
• Bricker Bugs

"HuntFishTravel - ATA Wrap Up with Rut and River Pursuits, Archery Trade Association Convention"

I'm back!!
And I'm starting 2018 off with ATA2018 convention coverage. Will, Ryan and Catfish join me for a solid hour of highs and lows, the crazy weather in Indianapolis, why attendance was down, why some media was denied entry to the show and then we jump into the products we loved, the products we didn’t and some experiences at the show.

11:00 Product Discussion:

• 11:30 Rambo Bike
• 15:00 Huntworks Ground Blind/Tree Stand
• 17:45 Primos Surround View Hunting Blind
• 16:30 Mantis Ground Blind by NAP
• 41:00 Garmin Xero Rangefinder Bow Sight
• 42:50 Ravin Crossbow
• 46:00 Sitka, Nomad and why hunting clothes cost so much.
• 50:00 Drake Waterfowl Clothing
• 53:00 Gearhead Archery
• 54:30 Huntworks Gator Jaw
• 57:00 HHA Optimizer Tetra
• 59:15 HHS Harness
• 1:01:50 Spot Hogg
• 1:02:00 Better the Hunt Modular Game Pack
• 1:04:00 Lit Coolers
• 1:04:10 C & C Music Factory
• 1:05:20 Lock Down Scent Lure
• 1:08:00 Summit Heated Seats

21:00 – Bow Talk

• G5, Hoyt, Obsession, Elite, Bear,
• 32:00 How Elite Archery and Hoyt stepped up to accommodate my 27”, 40# draw and all the companies that wouldn’t.

Guest Links:

• Rut and River Pursuits Website
• Rut and River Pursuits Facebook
• Rut and River Pursuits Itunes

I spent a week in the rainy Black Hills of South Dakota, the turkeys were not cooperating so I played tourist for a while.

Listen in to my thoughts on where to stay and what area to hunt.

And then I'll share my overnight fishing trip on Hubbards Fishing Float...by myself...with twenty strange men.

143 - Why Fishermen Should Visit Eau Claire, Wisconsin - WI Fishing Expo

A 6 minute episode explaining this fisherman's paradise!! Listen in to find out about walleye, trout, musky and sturgeon!

Plus a campground recommendation and where to get the best steak in the area.

http://www.visiteauclaire.com/

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"HuntFishTravel 174 - 2016 in Review and Looking Ahead to 2017 with Take Aim Outdoors"

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I'm shooting the breeze with Brandon Hammonds of the Take Aim Podcast about 2016, hits and misses and how we are going to shake things up in 2017.

We talk about our hunts in 2016, hunts and trips we have coming up in 2017, the Archery Trade Association Convention and hunting leases.

• Take Aim
• Plythal Facebook Page
• My 5 New Year’s Resolutions
• An F Bomb Laden Response to New Year’s Resolution Number 2

Live from ATA2018!

Shot Show 2022 - SpyPoint Trail Cameras New Flex for 2022

"HuntFishTravel 166 - Texas - Hunting Whitetails with Austin Smith"

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Carrie and Austin chat about hunting in Texas, public and private as well as the differences between the regions.

01:00 why you should hunt Texas compared to other states

03:30 bad experience with ground blind

04:30 public and private land by region

09:00 Outfitter recommendations

14:00 clearing land and cutting lanes

16:00 seasons and license costs

21:00 #1 tip Austin gives to a non-resident coming to Texas to hunt

23:00 about Austin, his upcoming show and the social media channels where you can find him.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Etx_Outdoors_AS

"HuntFishTravel Podcast Ep138 122 - Interview with Paul Leitner-Wise, Our Business is Death & Business is Good (NSFW)"

In this (Not Safe For Work) episode I'm sitting down with Paul Leitner-Wise and we chat about the company itself, the out of the box design process, how they earned the nicknames "Maverick" and "Outlaws" and then we discuss their line of interesting, vulgar and epic tee shirts.

01:45 Who is Paul and what Leitner-Wise is.
03:15 The most epic Mission Statement ever written.
06:00 How they handle negative responses
07:25 How to handle problem customers...the Leitner-Wise way.
08:15 What product is Leitner-Wise really known for.
11:00 Paul's creative design process.
12:30 How one acquires a nickname like "Maverick" or "Outlaw"
15:30 The story behind "Our Business is Death and Business is Good"
22:00 Why customizing your gun is so trendy.
24:40 Paul's favorite memory while working in this industry.
27:00 What's new for 2016 - a modular handgun a .308 rifle and more.

Leitner-Wise.com

Gator Hunting in Mississippi.

This week I'm joined by Ed Geppert and Dave Jackson, we're talking about how an Illinois boy got involved with with gator hunting down in Mississippi, how a non resident can hunt them, tactics for hunting and securing them, how to tell if it's a male or female and of course...shenanigans.

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This week, I'm sitting down with Eric Clark of the Okayest Hunter, we both had a booth at the Open Season Sportsman’s Expo.

We talk about everything he's got going on, and then we discuss the show and if we felt we had a successful experience.

We talk about how the show used to be the Deer & Turkey Expo, and Eric shares how the biggest marketing tactic for the show was discovered on Sunday and will be used in the future!

Links

• Open Season Sportsman’s Expo
• Okayest Hunter
• Okayest Hunter Website

HuntFishTravel "Funny Hunting Stories and Hunter Energy Levels with Baker Leavitt of Kill Cliff".

Baker stops by to chat with Carrie and Rachel. Listen in to find out what a "Turkey Bear" is, which continent was his favorite to hunt and how Kill Cliff is involved with the US Navy.

"HuntFishTravel Ep 168 - Kandi Kisky of Whitetail Freaks on farming and hunting Iowa for big bucks."

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A really fun interview with Kandi Kisky - we cram a lot of information in less than 30 minutes!  

2:00 Farming Iowa |  

4:00 Why choose Iowa to hunt deer |  

5:30 Public land in IA |  

6:30 Quotas and getting a tag |  

7:45 Different whitetail states and how they compare to IA |  

8:00 Balancing the fall harvest with the fall hunting season |  

9:15 Planning their crops to maximize their hunting opportunities |  

10:15 brushing ground blinds into standing corn and different tactics for crop field vs timber |  

12:00 Tips for being where the bucks are instead of trying to bring them in |  

13:30 Kandi’s biggest challenge, buck fever and a big buck that taunted her |  

15:30 A great story of hunting with Tiffany Lakosky |  

16:45 How Kandi forgot to hit the record button on Don Kisky’s biggest buck |  

19:00 #1 tip for a new deer hunter |  

19:15 How Whitetail Freaks got started and stories of hunting with Dale Earnhardt, Ned Yost, Bill Jordan, Michael Waddell, David Blanton including Dale Earnhardt’s revenge on Michael Waddell in a rental car |  

23:30 How women like Brenda Valentine paved the way for women in the outdoors. |  

24:00 Where to find Kandi Kisky and Whitetail Freaks. |  

WhitetailFreaks.com

"HuntFishTravel 173 - Colorado Antelope with the Bowdudes"

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This episode is a hilarious hot mess.

We’re talking to Jack and Gary from the Bowdudes about their Colorado pronghorn hunt with Fred Eichler and Full Draw Outfitters.

Meanwhile we have some pretty serious speakerphone echo, a grandfather clock that chimes at regular intervals, answering machines taking calls in the background and conversations about pooping in the desert.

Shenanigans…

• 3:15 Why Colorado for a pronghorn hunt?
• 6:00 Accommodations and what to expect at Full Draw Outfitters.
• 9:00 White trash bags vs black trash bags and what they mean for doing your business!
• 10:00 Was Jack in his underwear when he shot his antelope? I don’t think I actually need to answer that…
• 11:00 Shot distances
• 12:45 using shoot through netting with expandables.
• 14:30 The hunt
• 21:00 Using live horses as decoys
• 26:00 things you see while hunting
• 28:00 Snakes in the blind and cougars too!
• 31:00 Biggest challenges.
• 33:00 10 gallon buckets
• 38:00 Temps, elevation, shot yardage and scent prevention
• 40:30 Filming considerations
• Bowdudes.com

"Salmon Facts and Your Dollars at Work in Wisconsin with Cory Yarmuth Pt 2"

Topics covered in this episode:

• WI license requirements and where the dollars from the stamps go.
• Different salmon species in Lake Michigan
• Stocking science
• Why wind directions and water temps throughout the year plays a part in catching fish. But why hours of available light is much more important.
• The one day in October Cory thinks is the day you can’t miss.

Links:

• http://legend-outdoors.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/cory.yarmuth
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/legendoutdoors/

• 4:15 types of bears and Maine's bear conservation efforts and check in rules.
• 6:30 hunting tactics
• 7:00 6 Day Ladies Bear Hunt, details, costs and why you should go
• 9:00 Non-resident tag options and costs
• 10:00 dates of the 2016 Ladies hunt
• 11:15 average size bear in Maine
• 12:00 #1 Tip for Bear hunting
• 15:00 What's coming up for MHO 
• 16:00 Notes about the land the hunt takes place on
• 17:45 Wounded Warrior who will be joining the Ladies Hunt
• 18:30 Success Rates

HuntFishTravel Ep 203 - Alabama Gulf Coast Slam Fishing Tournament

On this week's episode I'm joined by Tom Steber , Director and Founder of the Alabama Gulf Coast Slam fishing tournament to talk about an exciting fishing tournament that anyone can participate in.

Here shares how the tournament came to be, costs, what the species are eligible, how everyone including those without boats can enter.
We chat about the bull shark problem and how you can take part in some night time shark fishing

If you’re in the Gulf Shores area be sure to check it out!

Links:

• Alabama Gulf Coast Slam Website
• Gulf State Park Pier – Orange Beach
• Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Tourism Website

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In this 15 minute solocast I share my experience at the Wounded Warriors United Wisconsin Warriors on the Water Event in Oshkosh, Wisconsin over the weekend, and then I share my thoughts on a few organizations that put on veterans hunting and fishing trips.

And my biggest regret with discovering these organizations.

Links:

• Wounded Warriors United Wisconsin 
• Take a Vet Fishing
• Ultimate Veteran Adventures
• Hometown Hero Outdoors

This week we're joined by Trent Marsh and we are chatting about the Spring Cast & Blast turkey hunt in Kansas put on by the Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers.

Accommodations and restaurants. Army Ammunition Plant safety brief, Wednesday and Thursday hunt. Carrie's crazy solo hunt.

"HuntFishTravel Ep 170 - Big Buck Hunting Tactics with Tom Indrebo of Bluff Country Outfitters"

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Soak up the fantastic info Tom Indrebo delivers in this episode. We cover all sorts of tactics for hunting big bucks, pre-rut, rut and post-rut.

Timestamps:

• 3:15 How a buck's personality and habits change from a 1 & 2 year old compared to a 3 & 4 year old
• 9:15 Safety spots/bedrooms and where the big bucks are during the early season.
• 12:00 If you're seeing a bunch of shooter bucks - how to tell if it's the biggest in the area.
• 13:30 breeding cycles and when the big bucks are most vulnerable.
• 14:30 What part of the rut is better for hunting the big bucks.
• 15:00 What time of year to shoot does.
• 16:30 Hunting Hub Scrapes & food sources
• 19:15 Tips for stand placement. And which stand to hunt depending on what time of the year it is.
• 23:00 The truth about hunting the same stand too much.
• 25:30 Can you have too many stands on a property?
• 29:00 deer decoys
• 32:30 Biggest challenge Tom has faced dealing with clients as an outfitter.
• 37:00 Everything's wet - where to hunt?
• 38:30 The two top keys for hunting the late season.
• 43:30 Contributing factors to why Buffalo and Trempealeau Counties produce so many P&Y and B&C trophy bucks.
• 45:45 Hunters from Slovania!
• 46:00 A typical day at Bluff Country Outfitters
• 48:30 Turkey and Other Hunts Offered
• 50:00 Contact info

Links:

• Bluff Country Outfitters

Topics covered in this episode:

• Joel's number 1 tip for ice fishing river sloughs.
• Why man made structures are a good bet for finding pan fish under the ice.
• Should a first time ice fisherman choose a lake or a river.
• Ice fishing weed beds, how to find them and how to fish them.
• Joel's favorite place to ice fish and why he chose to focus on ice fishing as a career.

Links:

• http://www.joelnelsonoutdoors.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/joelnelsonoutdoors/
• https://www.facebook.com/joelnelsonoutdoors

"HuntFishTravel Episode 204 - Jim Crowley, host of Hook and Hunt TV at the All Canada Show"

Jim Crowley stops to chat about how the All Canada Show got started, why you should attend and how he got started in the outdoor industry.

Check out his show Hook and Hunt TV!

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SharkWeek in Ireland with Tommy's Outdoors

This week's episode is the annual SharkWeek episode I look forward to all year long.

The host of Tommy's Outdoors is one cool dude, he's chatting with us from across the pond about his show, sharks, conservation efforts and how you can get involved to save these magnificent creatures!

• Tommy's Outdoors Website

144 - Oregon - Hunting Blacktail with Cody Rich of the Rich Outdoors Podcast.

Cody stops by to chat about hunting in Oregon!

• 3:30 Introduction to Cody Rich, how he got into podcasting and more about his show The Rich Outdoors.
• 6:45 Blacktail compared to whitetail and mule deer and why you should consider Oregon for Blacktail hunting.
• 8:15 Differences between the whitetail states and the blacktail states in regards to hunting tactics.
• 9:30 Public land in Oregon and what to expect while hunting there.
• 11:30 If Carrie were to head to Oregon what species would she go for?
• 13:45 General thoughts on DIY hunts
• 15:20 Tags & Licenses (Licenses/Tag costs can be found here: http://www.eregulations.com/oregon/big-game-hunting/license-and-tag-fees/
• 16:45 Season Dates
• 20:00 Whitetails in Oregon

"HuntFishTravel 149 - Hunting Desert Quail in New Mexico W/Ultimate Upland"

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This week we're joined by Brian Koch of Ultimate Upland, he's going to give us the low down on his trip to New Mexico in search of the wily Desert Quail.

• 1:00 Periscope
• 5:00 23 hour drive to New Mexico
• 7:00 New Mexico terrain and LOTS of snakes
• 8:25 Crazy temperature swings
• 9:30 Dogs and snakes and the insane cost of anti-venom treatments
• 11:00 Everything in New Mexico wants to kill you
• 13:30 The four species of Quail found in New Mexico and the difference in
• dog hunting techniques.
• 16:00 Quail Slams
• 14:55 Why Brian chose New Mexico to hunt
• 19:00 Lodging options
• 20:00 Cost of non-resident tags
• 21:00 How the dogs handled the Desert Quail escape tactics
• 23:30 The #1 favorite thing about hunting New Mexico.
• 25:00 Photos from the trip

"HuntFishTravel 150 - Montana - Hunting Mule Deer and General Archery Talk with Greg Misner of Bohning Archery"

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• 01:15 Introduction to Greg Misner
• 05:30 Bohning Archery Past, present & future
• 07:30 Why Greg chose Montana for his Mule Deer hunt
• 13:00 Non-Resident costs
• 13:00 Bowcast at the Bird and Total Archery Challenge
• 16:00 Oppurtunities to grow the sport of archery
• 18:00 New and secret Bohning products
• 21:00 How we are the biggest obstacles to our sport
• 23:00 What new things in the archery industry is tripping Greg's trigger
• 25:00 Upcoming events for Bohning

Belize - Fishing and Vacationing with Luxurious Fishing Vacations

Ever thought about heading somewhere with a beach to do some fishing?

Or maybe you're looking for a place to complete your Salt Water Fly Fishing Grand Slam (Bonefish, Tarpon and Permit).

Lisa Montgomery is an expert in fishing destinations for all budgets, but we're talking to her this week specifically about Belize, the country itself, vacationing and of course fishing.

• Luxurious Fishing Vacations
• Belcampo, Punta Gorda, Belize
• Fishing Packages

HuntFishTravel 201 "Drew YoungDyke and How Serious the Asian Carp Threat Truly Is"

​​Drew hails from Michigan and is no stranger to the outdoors, listen in as he explains what exactly the National Wildlife Federation is and who it represents. And then dives into how Asian Carp could destroy our fishing way of life if left unchecked.​​

Topics covered in this episode:

• Real life example of how NWF supports local hunting or fishing conservationists. (Waterfowl hunters)
• The 4 types of Asian Carp, where they came from, and what their purpose was originally.
• How they got into our lakes/rivers.
• The impact on fish species.
• Why it's imperative to keep them out of the Great Lakes.
• What the electric barriers are and the incredibly complex deterrent system the corps of engineers are looking to build.
• What we as fishermen can do to help prevent the spread of the invasive species.
• How this species of fish could affect you personally.
• How Drew got into the outdoor industry.

Links:

• National Wildlife Federation Website
• National Wildlife Federation Facebook
• National Wildlife Federation Twitter

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In this episode, Brett Amundsen stops by to discuss various aspects of goose hunting, particularly in relation to changing weather conditions and their impact on hunting tactics. We delve into the importance of scouting and adapting to wet conditions, as well as the transition from old hunting dogs to new ones. We chat about the role of AGLOW in supporting outdoor writers and the significance of networking within the outdoor industry. And we emphasize the value of relationships and the benefits of being part of a community like AGLOW, especially during conferences where members can learn and connect with one another.

Chapters

00:00  Catching up
03:09  Goose Hunting Tactics in Wet Conditions
06:14  The Impact of Weather on Hunting Seasons
09:00  Transitioning from Old to New Hunting Dogs
11:47  The Role of AGLOW in Outdoor Writing
27:09  Networking and Relationship Building in the Outdoor Industry
35:00  The Value of AGLOW Membership and Conferences

Links

• fishhuntforever.com
• BretAmundson.com
• Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers (AGLOW)
• Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers (AGLOW) Conference

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In this all new solocast, I talk about the Ireland trip, how much fun I'm having with the Spypoint trail cameras, my new big girl boat, and our trip to Door County!

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Raylene stops by to tell us where the company name came from, and the history of her heritage.

We chat about how 10 years ago there were very few outdoor clothing lines for women, and now there are several. I ask her why she and her co-founder jumped into the fray and what makes their company stand out.

I ask why they chose True Timber was the choice for the pattern.

She explains what a Pacific Hybrid Deer is exactly, where they're found and how hard they are to hunt. She explains the draw process, and why she loves hunting this particular species.

Links:

• Website
• Facebook

Live from ATA2018!

"HuntFishTravel 135 - Success in Michigan and Hunting Illinois with Sharkey Outfitters"

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Brandon Hammonds of the Take Aim Outdoors Podcast joins me as a special co-host this week.

We're talking to Rob Sharkey of Sharkey Outfitters about hunting Illinois with his unique almost DIY style outfit.

01:15 Brandon tells us the story about his Michigan buck.

02:50 Non Resident MI Tag Increase

04:15 Sharkey Outfitters

05:30 DIY and Outfitting crossover

07:30 Why consider IL for whitetails

08:00 Nightmare tales from an Outfitter

10:45 Travel Logistics

11:30 Haunted Hunting Lodge!!

14:00 Non Resident tag costs

14:45 Favorite B&B - Shallowbrook

15:30 Carrie's shotgun season hunt

25:30 Final tips for incoming hunters.

26:30 Where to find Sharkey Outfitters

Find us at:

• HuntFishTravel.net
• Podbros.com
• SharkeyOutfitters.com

Andy Gagliano joins Rachel and Carrie and hilarity ensues...

"Shenanigans - Carrie's Burning Down Tents, Rachel's Chumming for Salmon and Andy's talking DIY Turkey Hunting Ebooks!"

1:30 - Andy offers to play the calypso intro on his stomach  
3:25 - What is the Turkey Hunter Podcast?  
8:15 - Carrie's burning down tents.  
12:40 - How Rachel Burned a Hole in Joe Swit's (Host of the Pursuit to the Plate Podcast) Ice Shanty.  
15:15 - Rachel's Salmon Fishing Tournament  
20:00 - Andy is a turkey killing machine and an explanation of his DIY Turkey Hunting Ebook.  
27:30 - Alabama is known for hunting___you'll be surprised at the answer.  

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#SharkWeek Special Episode - Shark Fishing in Massachusetts (where Jaws was filmed!!) with Captain Greg Sears of Mass Bay Charters.

• Shark Week
• Mass Bay Charters

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In this Throwback episode of the HuntFishTravel Podcast, host Carrie Zylka interviews Gary Cornam, the marketing manager for Easton Archery. They discuss the different types of arrows and their benefits for bow hunting. They also talk about the new products for 2013, including the injection arrows and the Deep Six technology. Cornam explains the difference between hunting arrows and basic arrows, and the advantages of using a full metal jacket arrow. He emphasizes the importance of kinetic energy and accuracy in bow hunting. In this conversation, Carrie and Gary discuss the importance of arrows in archery and bowhunting. They cover topics such as flat shooting, arrow selection based on speed and kinetic energy, the design of Easton's new access traditional arrow, the physics of arrows including kinetic energy and momentum, and the importance of shot placement and penetration. They also touch on the concept of kinetic energy density and the minimum requirements for kinetic energy in relation to hunting different species. Gary emphasizes the importance of accuracy and finding the right arrow for each individual's needs.

Takeaways

Easton Archery is a leading manufacturer of arrows for bow hunting
Different types of arrows have different benefits for specific hunting situations
The injection arrows and Deep Six technology offer improved performance and accuracy
A full metal jacket arrow is recommended for hunting whitetails from a tree stand
Maximizing kinetic energy and accuracy are key factors in successful bow hunting Flat shooting arrows are designed for speed and a flatter trajectory, which is beneficial for longer shots and 3D shooting.
Arrow selection should consider a balance between speed and kinetic energy, with shot placement being the key factor for hunting success.
Easton's new access traditional arrow is designed with inspiration from Doug Easton's original arrows and offers a throwback look with modern performance.
Kinetic energy is important for driving the broadhead through the target, and shorter draw archers may need to focus on maximizing kinetic energy due to their lower power stroke.
Kinetic energy density, which focuses energy into a smaller diameter, can lead to increased penetration and is an important factor to consider when choosing arrows.
There are no specific minimum requirements for kinetic energy in relation to hunting legally, but a threshold of around 40 foot pounds is often recommended for big game hunting.
Accuracy and shot placement are more important than maximizing kinetic energy, and choosing the right arrow can help increase energy without sacrificing accuracy.
Easton offers a wide range of arrows for different types of archery and archers of all sizes and skill levels.

Titles

Introducing the New Products for 2013
Choosing the Right Arrows for Bow Hunting Easton: A Wide Range of Arrows for Every Archer
Introducing Easton's New Access Traditional Arrow

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Sponsorship
07:10 Advantages of the Full Metal Jacket Arrow
33:25 Understanding the Physics of Arrows
40:21 Exploring Kinetic Energy Density
47:32 The Importance of Accuracy

"Fall Salmon Fishing in Wisconsin with Cory Yarmuth Part 1"

Topics covered in this episode:

• Complete rod and reel setups for fall salmon fishing.
• Why salmon strike a lure.
• Why salmon “eat” spawn.
• If he recommends using glow lures or not and why they may not be as effective as you may think.
• Explains why you should be ready when you see someone else catch one.
• What depth should you fish?
• What hook to use in order to keep from losing fish.
• Bait color suggestions.
• Why you should skip live bait in the fall.
• Why you may catch trout instead of salmon.

Links:

• http://legend-outdoors.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/cory.yarmuth
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/legendoutdoors/

Live from ATA2018!

"Alligator Hunting in Alabama with Andy Gagliano of the Turkey Hunter Podcast - Part 2"

Part 2 of the Alabama Alligator episode with Andy Gagliano of the Turkey Hunter Podcast.

9:30 tag lottery. 
13:00 Alligator Guides and Outfitters.
15:30 Can you hunt alligator on your own?
20:00 Alligator hunting tactics.
20:30 Email address where you can send hatemail.
21:00 Weapon requirements.
26:00 Legal harvest size.
31:00 Did Andy get his alligator???
38:07 Suggestions for someone looking to hunt alligators in Alabama.
41:30 Can you hunt them if you don't have a boat?
45:00 Down the rabbit hole (again) - random tv shows from back in the day.

The Turkey Hunter Podcast - The Texas Decoy Massacre

"HuntFishTravel Episode 184 - 5 Tips for Buying Arrows with Gary Cornum of Easton Archery"

In this episode Gary Cornum, Marketing Manager for Easton Archery gives us his top 5 tips for purchasing new arrows. This is one not to be missed if you are a new archer or bowhunter, and a great refresher for the rest of us.

Sturgeon spearing media event.

5 years! Can you believe it? I just want to share a quick thank you with you so listen in!

Thanks to the Black Man with a Gun & the Rut and River Pursuits Podcasts for their well wishes!

"HuntFishTravel 160 South Dakota (Pt 1) - Pheasant Hunting & Wingshooting School with Patrick Flanigan"

In this part 1 of a 2 part episode, I get a chance to chat with Pat about his new wingshooting school and pheasant hunting in South Dakota.  

• 01:00 Ultimate Shooter Showdown in Deadwood, South Dakota
• 03:30 Turkey Season Shenanigans
• 06:30 Waterfowl tags
• 07:30 pheasant preserves in Wisconsin vs pheasant hunting in South Dakota
• 09:00 Jim River Ranch  & Patrick Flanigan's Wingshooting School
• 15:00 A day at Wingshoot School
• 20:30 Carrie is impressed with the website JimRiverRanch.com
• 22:00 Bigfoot? Really?
• 22:30 big game hunting
• 26:30 Conservation efforts attribute to pheasant success.

JimRiverRanch.com

HuntFishTravel Ep 205 - Hunting South Carolina with CJ Davis

This week we're talking about hunting South Carolina with CJ Davis, owner of Montana Decoy.

We really try to stay on track but the discussion wanders into Wisconsin deer versus Southern Deer, why the rut is in January in Alabama and why it's in November in Wisconsin, how Montana Decoy got started and what area of South Carolina you should target if you're going to be hunting there.

• Montana Decoy Website

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Bret shares a bit about how he chose the dogs featured in his Instagram account, we share some laughs over past trips and sturgeon spearing events. He then talks about his career and love of the outdoors.

And then we go down the rabbit hole, and now I want to go snow goose hunting.

#HuntFishTravel 175 - Hunting Ibex in Spain w/The Nikita Dalke

In this episode I've got Nikita Dalke, the Canada Huntress on the line. She's telling us all about her trip to Spain to hunt Ibex, Red Stag and Fallow Deer. She'll tell us about what sort of terrain she hunted and tactics used, her big miss and the one she killed. She also answers a bunch of listener questions about hunting overseas and hunting Ibex.

• Canada Huntress Facebook
• Canada Huntress Twitter
• Rocky Mountain Outdoor Adventures

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Trent Marsh joins me on this week’s episode, we talk about the Ireland trip. We were on an EF Go Ahead Tour group of about 30, that visited Cork, Dublin and Galway.

We chat about how much we enjoyed the trip, the differences in the regions, group tour pros and cons, and I think you’ll be surprised at our different opinion in one of the regions.

And then we share how both fishing charters Dublin Fishing Trips and Tours and Howth Fishing, scheduled and then GHOSTED me when it was time to actually go fishing.

If you don’t want to visit Ireland after listening to us chat about it, you’re nuts.

Links:

• A Week in Ireland: Dublin, Cork & Galway with Carrie Zylka
• Ireland Photos

"HuntFishTravel 167 - Arizona Mule Deer with Julie McQueen"

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In this week’s episode Carrie Zylka is interviewing Julie McQueen.

Not only did she teach herself how to hunt, but she’s found her “Hunting Spirit State” in Arizona. Listen in as they chat about bowhunting mule deer in Arizona, how women in the industry have each other’s back, working in the outdoor industry and making the transition from network tv to a 100% streaming on demand network.

• 01:30 Girls weekend with Jana Waller
• 03:30 Why Julie loves to hunt Arizona
• 04:30 Hunting public land in Arizona
• 06:00 Regional differences across the state.
• 08:45 Hunting with a cameraman and self filming
• 13:00 Back Stage & Back Roads Productions
• 14:15 The secret to making a living in the outdoor industry.
• 16:05 Other states Julie has hunted mule deer in
• 18:40 Arizona hunting non-Resident costs and considerations
• 20:30 Tips for the hunter heading to Arizona to bowhunt
• 23:00 Fitness and hunting synergy
• 24:10 Julie’s unique start in the hunting world
• 27:10 Till Death Do Us Part on CarbonTV
• 34:00 Where you can find Julie and her show
• 36:00 Julie’s final words of encouragement for anyone thinking about hunting Arizona.

Julie McQueen Backstory

CarbonTV Till Death Do Us Part

CarbonTV Women Who Series

Instagram.com/julesmcqueen

Julie McQueen Facebook

Till Death Do Us Part Facebook

Julie McQueen Twitter

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Part 2 of a 2 part episode.

Austin Kramer is a Pro-Staff at U-Slide Bow Holder, Northeast Iowa Backwoods Outdoors and Full Service Hunt Specialist at Rolling Bones Outfitters.

Austin and I chat about preference points, something I've never had to navigate.

And then he shares some great stories.

"145 - Shooting Dragons! How two archers are saving the world, one arrow at a time."

Listen in as Dorothy and Wyatt join me to talk about a unique archery event!

https://www.facebook.com/World-Dragon-Shooting-Day-1527147604218527/

https://twitter.com/ShootDragon

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Part 1 of a 2 Part Episode.

Austin Kramer is a Pro-Staff at U-Slide Bow Holder, Northeast Iowa Backwoods Outdoors and Full Service Hunt Specialist at Rolling Bones Outfitters.

He stops by to chat about hunting deer in Iowa, he shares why he thinks the bucks are so big and how the Mississippi River attributes to providing safe habitat.

He shares the zone he'd suggest a person come hunt.

Listen in to see if he recommends a non-resident even come to Iowa to hunt.

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A representative from Spypoint joins me on this week’s episode, we talk about the new SpyPoint Flex that they debuted last summer. I’ve been playing with them on my deer hunting lease and I have a bunch of questions. I don’t hold back in expressing some minor frustrations not unique to the company, but to trail cameras in general.

He takes the time to break down the most common issues with using a trail camera, specifically SpyPoint and how to fix them.

Questions such as: “I change the batteries, and now it’s not sending photos”, “do SD cards in a cellular trail camera get full, or do the transmitted images get deleted once they are sent”, “for the Flex, I requested the HD version, but there is a problem, and it’s unavailable”, “why are my trail camera photos crappy or blurry compared to all these photos other people post”, “should I just go buy rechargeable batteries since it seems like all I do is change them out”, “my cellphone has 5G in the spot my camera is, but the camera isn’t sending – what’s the deal”, “how often should I even be going into the woods to check/fix/battery the cameras”?

Links:

• Trail Camera search on HFT Website