We kick things off this week by checking in with RMEF Texas State Director Michael Gookins. Founded in 1984 the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation has been instrumental in conserving over 6.5 million acres of elk habitat, increasing public land access and [...]
We discuss a big loss for hunting and conservation that was handed down in Florida two weeks ago. SCI State Affairs Director Jeff Patchen drops in to give us Safari Club International's take on this giant step backward for conservation. In [...]
We start things off by taking a look at one of the most innovative designs we've ever seen in the world of shotguns - the 3.5 chamber- a concept that revolutionized waterfowling in 1988 and has continued to be a favorite [...]
We start things off by discussing some of the more common diseases and parasites that can be found in certain wild game species. Longtime outdoor chef/writer Hank Shaw drops in break down the necessary precautions one should take with handling wild [...]
We discuss the ongoing blue and channel catfish spawn that is occurring on Texas lakes this month. Longtime catfish guide Greg Pavur of Pavur Outdoors makes his return to the broadcast. He tells us where to find these shallow fish and [...]
The void you left only aches because of all the joy you brought. You gave everything, asking for nothing. Our bond was formed despite my imperfections. I was just a 20 year old kid- full of pride and ready for anything. [...]
We talk Africa 101 with Derrick Ratliff of Horizon Firearms. What can you expect when planning your first safari? Budget? Travel? Caliber? Bullet choice? We break it all down with our old friend who just returned from South Africa on his [...]
We start off by talking feral hog hunting with Scott Schultz of Robinson Outdoors. We discuss the scientific formula in the all new Hog Under Influence attractant. The natural root sedative is the same chemical that is used to calm thoroughbred [...]
Outdoor writer Cavan Williams from OnXMaps drops in to discuss the USFWS proposed delisting of the Grizzly bear in the Lower 48. Federally protected since 1975, the Grizzly population has rebounded and thrived to the point where strictly managed hunting could [...]
We start off by talking spawning bluegills with author Ryan McCaw. As water temperatures start to warm into the 70s, big bull headed panfish start showing up on beds. We discuss baits that are more likely to catch a true trophy [...]
We start things off by talking post spawn largemouths with our old friend Cody Roberson of Army Bass Anglers. Where is he finding solid fish and what presentation is resulting in the most strikes as hungry bass move into their post [...]
We've all been there, come home from an outdoor adventure and looked through the photos we took and shook our head in disappointment. So this week I'm excited to have Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine Chief Photographer Earl Nottingham join the [...]
We start out by talking quail with Wildlife Biologist Susan Cooper. She recently headed up a multi year study on whether or not the aflatoxins in deer corn had a negative affect on quail reproduction. Susan discusses the results of the [...]
We get the ball rolling when our old friend and with Field and Stream Magazine Shotgun Editor Phil Bourjaily drops in. How often should you be cleaning your shotgun? What about semi autos vs pumps and their maintenance? Do American made [...]
We kick things off by talking spring turkey with Field & Stream contributor and Realtree Turkey Editor - Steve Hickoff. We discuss his recent piece "Guerilla Gobblers" which was featured in the April issue of Field and Stream. Steve gives us [...]
If you haven't heard, we recently saw one of the largest poaching cases in a decade come out of Freeport, TX when 488 illegal red snapper were seized on a recreational fishing vessel. Texas Game Warden Captain Fred Ruiz drops by [...]
We start things off by discussing the perfect all around caliber for Western big game hunting when Horizon Firearms President and longtime custom rifle maker Derrick Ratliff drops in. We are looking for a flat shooting round that can knock down [...]
Spring is in the air and that means that papermouths are moving shallow to spawn. You'll see cars and trucks parked off the side of roadways near creeks and lakes as anglers attempt to fill the cooler with delicious crappie fillets. [...]
Hunting is Conservation. There is no better proof of this fact than the recent news out of Zimbabwe that wildlife officials will be forced to cull 200 lions from one area. Dallas Safari Club Executive Director Ben Carter joins the discussion [...]
We start things off by talking with the newly crowned Bassmaster Classic Champ- Edwin Evers. After bringing a 5 fish limit weighing 29.3 lbs to the final day weigh in, Edwin was able to claim his first championship and a $300,000 [...]
We talk winter blue cat fishing with longtime guide Greg Pavur of Pavur Outdoors. March is a great time to target giant blues in the shallows. Greg tells us where to find them and how to catch them. One of his [...]
Dr. James Kroll - AKA 'Dr. Deer' kicks things off for this week. The longtime whitetail deer expert breaks down what Chronic Wasting Disease means for the future of Texas deer hunters. The whitetail industry has taken a major hit in [...]
We visit with James Henderson who killed the biggest buck (free range) in Texas this year. Taken on public land no less! 229 6/8 inches and 28 points. Then we check in with the best tournament angler ever to wet a [...]
