With all the new people entering the Outdoor recreation landscape there is a lot of new Campers out there. In this podcast I get into why its important to test your gear out in a controlled setting such as your backyard. I go over the importance of understanding how to put up your tent and preparing your gear. Also why its ok to buy "budget gear" if you are new to camping. 

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Back Yard Camping

In episode 4 we get into why in a world where there are so many resources to learn about fishing and Hunting its important to learn the basics and build a good foundation. 

Levels

In this episode I talk with Neal Wilkinson guide and tournament angler from Colorado. Neal owns and operates Rocky Mountain Adventure guides where he guides on various bodies of water in Colorado. He also runs a couple Facebook pages for the latest reports and updates on Colorado fishing. We talk about what got him started chasing those fish from shore at night,where he has multiple fish over 30 inches including a 34 inch fish that was caught and released and stood as a state C&R record for some time. Neal is also a Co-Angler on the National Walleye Tournament trial. He shares his experiences fishing with some of the worlds best walleye anglers and the BIG water where they compete.         follow Neal on facebook  Pueblo Reservoir Walleye and Wiper Fishing  Rocky Mountain Adventure Guides  

Night fishing from shore and Co-Angling with Neal Wilkinson

We discuss the importance of Fishing and Hunting regulation brochures. Every state puts out some kind of brochure that either gives you information about hunting , Fishing ,boating or overall outdoor activities. These brochures contain great information on how to apply for hunting or fishing license and the rules and regulations that you need to know. In this episode I go through a couple pages of the new 2020 Colorado Fishing and Hunting brochures. 

Fishing and Hunting Regs Brochures

In this brand new episode, I go over how its important to know what the fish are doing under the ice and what season they are in and use that to our advantage as ice anglers 

Mid to late season Ice fishing strategies

In this episode I call up good buddy Nate Z. Nate is an accomplished western big game hunter and Professional angler. We talk everything Turkey hunting from targeting mountain birds in Colorado to chasing birds on the plains of Kansas. We talk the importance of having your method of take (shotgun,Bow) dialed in too your comfortablty. We talk using calls with or without decoys and how important good camo can be, Plus a lot more!     be sure to follow Nate on these platforms  https://bowtecharchery.com/social-feed http://tightlineoutdoors.com/

Talking Turkey with Nate Zelinsky

I sit down with fishing Guide Connor Foy of Apex Sportfishing to talk pike fishing in the Rocky Mountains. We talk all the bodys of water Connor guides on and some rivers too.    http://apexsportfishing.com/ 

Rocky Mountain Pike with Connor Foy

In this episode of the podcast I go over how I use social media as a tool and a resource for information and how I handle all the fluff! 

Social media the double edge Sword

I was joined by Bryan Posthumus who is the Northeast Region Hunting and Angling Outreach Coordinator with Colorado Parks and Wildlife  and we talk Turkey. Bryan covers the basics of Turkey hunting and shares some experiences.    CPW 

Turkey Hunting 101 With Bryan Posthumus with Colorado Parks and Wildlife

On this episode I was joined by Brayn Posthumus who is the Northeast Region Hunting and Angling Outreach Coordinator with Colorado Parks and Wildlife. We go over the process of applying for a big game license in the state of Colorado. We cover things to double check while entering hunt codes, what is a hunt code ? We also talk about preference points and how they are used, and how you can acquire points and still hunt that season and plenty more ... 

Colorado Big Game Draw Basics and Secrets

On this episode we go over augers and shelters for ice fishing. What I look for and stay away from when purchasing a new auger or shelter. As always figure out what YOU need out of an auger or shelter.

Augers and Shelters

In this episode we close out 2017. Talk about local ice fishing and current conditions,and we talk about staying warm on the ice by developing a system and being prepared. 

Staying warm on the ice in 2018

On this Episode I talk with Tony Dymek and Bryan Posthumus with the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Hunter Outreach program in the North East region. These guys along with multiple volunteers spend the entire year getting kids, families and adults who have never had the chance to experience hunting and fishing and the outdoors in general outside and involved. They also have novice hunter programs that give folks the chance to learn the safety and ethics of hunting. I was also joined with Barr lake Park manager Michelle Seubert who lets us in on all of the exciting things that are planned for the rest of the year at Barr Lake State Park in Brighton Colorado! if you have any questions about upcoming dates please check the CPW website or send Tony or Bryan a email   http://cpw.state.co.us/learn/Pages/OutreachNovice.aspx Tony.dymek@state.co.us Bryan.posthumus@state.co.us http://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/BarrLake

North East Hunter Outreach with Tony Dymek and Bryan Posthumus

This week I was joined again by the great Ron Lowry! We dug into Fall fishing,covered where to locate fish how they relate to bait fish. We also talked a little "Bro biology" on walleye coloration. We also got to hear about Rons successful archery season and taking "BIG" animals as oppose to "mature" animals.   As always no fluff when we talk with Ron!       Ron is a guide with://tightlineoutdoors.com/guide  Colorado Springs Bass Pro shops pro staff  https://stores.basspro.com/us/co/colorado-springs/13012-bass-pro-dr.html   

Keeping it real with Ron Lowry

I had a great time with Loralee Promotions Director from Bass Pro Shops Denver!     https://stores.basspro.com/us/co/denver/7970-northfield-blvd.html

Promoting the Outdoors with Loralee Giudice

All Outdoors talk with a big emphasis on Hunting and Fishing from the Rocky Mountain region.

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OutdoorEd with Matt Mascarenas

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