This week, the guys catch up on stories and share the close calls of their time in the turkey woods.  Music:  "Up the horseshoe" - by Wisini

First Time Outdoors

Flattening the Curve

The guys catch up with Adriyn Torguson, President of the Struttin' Toms Chapter of the NWTF in Anoka County to talk about hunting turkeys and getting outdoors during COVID-19.

Turkey Hunting with Adriyn Torguson

With warmer temps and Spring on the horizon, the guys sit down to talk about getting ready for trout season by making your own flies.  They talk about some of the basic tools and materials necessary to get started tying your own flies. Music:  "Up the Horseshoe" by Wisini

Introduction to Tying Flies

Mike and Jake sit down to recap some of their winter adventures, and offer up some suggestions for ways to beat the winter blues. Music:  "Up the Horseshoe" - By Wisini

Curing the Winter Blues

Jake and Mike are joined by Sean Flemming, who recently returned from another hog hunt in Texas. In this episode they chat about the introduction of pigs to North America, the dangers of invasives, the roles of hunters in population control, as well as the amazing opportunities that wild hog hunting offers new outdoors people.

Talking hogs with Sean Flemming

This week, Mike shares a story of how he found peace and healing with his wife on a simple hike outdoors.

The Healing Power of Nature

This week's guests  are Grant Meyer and Matt Ebbers of the Brown Trout and Bridge Beers Podcast.  We sat down at Bob Mitchell's Fly Shop in St. Paul, MN and scratched the surface on fly fishing.  In addition to some of the basics of fly fishing, they gave us some tips for staying warm and effective during winter fly fishing outings.   Music: "Up the Horseshoe" - by Wisini

Fly Fishing with the Brown Trout and Bridge Beers Podcast

On this week's episode, the guys sit down with Grant Armour, Recreation Program Specialist with the Three Rivers Park District.  Topics discussed include recreational opportunities offered by the Three Rivers Park District, stretching yourself in the outdoors, and the benefits of the 'silent sports.' Music: "Up the Horseshoe" - by Wisini

The Silent Sports with Grant Armour

Back from the break, the guys sit down with John Linquist of the Midway USA Foundation to discuss the rapidly growing area of youth shooting sports.   Music: "Up the Horseshoe" - by Wisini

Youth Shooting Sports with John Linquist

We're a week away from Christmas and know you still have some shopping to do!  This week we're going to go through some of our favorite outdoor gear items that are perfect for both first timers and seasoned outdoors people.  

12 Must Have Gifts for Your Favorite Outdoorsperson

On this week's episode, the guys talk late season whitetails as well as the Metro Bowhunter Resource Base hunt Jake participated in this season.  They walk you through the steps to get involved in this organization, and share some of the things you might experience when hunting in a metropolitan area.

Metro Hunting and Our Whitetail Wrap-Up

In celebration of the season, Jake and Mike discuss all of the things that they're thankful for from the past year.  Topics include new adventures, new outdoor mentors, outdoor firsts, and their appreciation for the many gifts offered by wild places. Music: "Up the Horseshoe" - by Wisini

Giving Thanks For the Outdoors

On today's episode, the guys recap some dangerous moments they've experienced, and discuss some of the ways to stay safe when hunting out of a treestand.  Music: "Up the Horseshoe" - by Wisini

Staying Safe in the Woods: Treestands

The guys sit down with Steve Johnson to follow up on Day 2 of the Camp Ripley archery hunt.  They also discuss lessons learned in the woods and some of the challenges facing new hunters and mentors. Music: "Up the Horseshoe" - by Wisini 

Camp Ripley Part 2: Missed Opportunities Lead to New Discoveries

In this week's episode, we recap a thrilling hunt for a great buck.  As always, there were plenty of highs, lows, and lessons to be learned.   Music: "Up the Horseshoe" - by Wisini

Finding the Blood Trail

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