Pymatuning Lake also referred to as the “Big Tune” or “Pymie” is renowned as a Sportsmen’s paradise. The Pymatuning Lake Association is instrumental in maintaining this reputation. Today we are joined by Vice President, Katie Wickert. Katie, shares the lakes captivating history and the rationale behind its formation. She talks about the array of annual activities including the lake habitat program and kids fishing tournament. If you are interested in learning more about the lake and the association this podcast is for you.
Have you met anyone who has visited all of Ohio’s public lakes and streams? Our next guest, Tom Cross, did just that. He wrote the book “Fishing Ohio” published in 2008. Tom is an award-winning author, outdoor photographer, and avid angler. Tom recounts his experiences visiting each lake and river in the state, discussing those that surprised him and those that did not live up to the hype. While the book was published years ago, much has not changed. We get into fish population, angling tips, and local folklore for many fishing venues. If you love to fish, this podcast is for you.
The Ohio River is probably the most under utilizedfishing destination in our 120. Today, we interview Ohio River guide, Dale Broughton. Dale has been featured in many national publications including InFisherman, Outdoor Life and Ohio Game and Fish. He specializes in trophy catfish. He gets into season movements and locations. The use of planer boards and live bait setups are reviewed in detail. A different type of rod and reel is needed to land an Ohio River monster catfish. Dale gives his opinion on the current and future outlook for trophy catfish. If you are into catfish this podcast is for you.
Finding places to fish and hunt in your 120 can bedifficult. Recently, many of our listeners have asked how do we find places to fish and hunt in our 120. In this bonus episode, Don and I share our ideas how we find placesclose to home. We talk about a wide range of available resources. Lots of ideas are toss around in this conversation. If you are interested in finding a few overlooked places to fish and hunt this podcast is for you.
If you have driven across the state of Pennsylvania, you crossed over the Clarion River. A tributary of the Allegheny River, it’s approximately 110 miles. In the 1970s, the river was considered a "dead river,” unable to sustain life. It’s now become a recreational Mecca. Our guest on today’s show is Dr. Andy Turner, a Professor at Penn West University. We discuss the history of the Clarion and it’s rebirth. Andy talks about everything from the tanneries that once lined the river to the distructive logging and coal mining that took place in the surrounding forests. If you are interested in the Great Outdoors and learning more about an environmental success story this podcast is for you.
Chris and Don interview Flying Fishing Expert Jeff Liskay.
Chris and Don interview Walleye Pro, Ryan Buddy. Several years ago, Ryan started fishing the Great Lakes from his small aluminum boat. Today he is a tournament angler. We discuss how small boat anglers can enjoy the fantastic fishing on Lake Erie. He talks about easy to use tactics to improve your results. Planer boards, bait selection and boat control are just a few of the topics covered. If you are a small boat angler this podcast is for you.
Chris and Don interview Pro Walleye Anglers, Ted Takasaki and Sammy Cappelli. Ted and Sammy are great friends and share a similar fishing style. It’s not often you get to talk with two pro anglers at the same time. We get the inside scoop on one of their favorite techniques. Both have had great success slip bobber fishing for walleye. We touch on all the fine details of this much overlooked technique. If you love walleye fishing this podcast is for you.
Chris and Don interview Legendary Muskie Angler, Pete Maina. Today, however we will not be talking about Muskie fishing instead we will be discussing Turkey hunting. Many people don’t know that Pete is an avid turkey hunter. He has chased birds all over the upper Midwest. Pete shares some of his favorite techniques for bagging a bird. We talk about scouting, types of decoys, his favorite calls and much more. If you are interested in turkey hunting this podcast is for you. Look for this episode on all the major platforms.
Chris and Don interview ODNR Upland Gamebird Specialist, Mark Wiley. Mark gives us an update on the current Turkey study in Ohio. This is year number two of the study and he shares some interesting findings . The ODNR will be banding another 50 hens in Southwest Ohio to expand the study. Also, Mark discusses the overall health of the Wild Turkey population in Ohio and the outlook for this spring season. If you are interested in Wild Turkey this podcast is for you.
Many look forward to warmer weather and the early season crappie bite. Chris and Don interview Panfish Expert, Tyler Woak. We discuss early season tactics, the importance of water temperature and crappie location. We get into different floats, jig sizes, line weight and rod length. If the bite is slow, Tyler stresses the willingness to try different tactics and locations. This is a detailed interview that should be enjoyed by any panfish angler.
Chris and Don interviewed John Jablonski who is an avid angler that has fished Chautauqua Lake his entire life. He is the co- founder and former executive director of the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy. He spoke to us as a fisherman, not as arepresentative of the Conservancy. Aquatic plants are a part of the lake, and various efforts to control them arise yearly. Many lakes and waterways in the Northeast and Midwest have similar issues, not just with plants, but competing interests. John gives some facts on the complex plant management situation at Chautauqua. If you are interested in Chautauqua Lake, this podcast is for you.
Chris and Don interview Travis Hartman. Travis is the Lake Erie Fisheries Program Administrator for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. We discuss the latest walleye production report and Travis offers an overview. Excellent walleye fishing can be expected for the foreseeable future, with large numbers of fish found throughout the lake. We talk about the seasonal movement of Lake Erie walleye and the impact for anglers. Also, Travis touches on the perch population and what anglers can expect this season. If you like fishing Lake Erie this podcast is for you.
Searching for Shed Antlers is a pastime enjoyed bywhitetail deer hunters and outdoor enthusiasts. Chris and Don interview Erin Lewis from Buckeye Antler Dogs. Erin has six shed dogs, four of which earned elite titles and Hall Of Fame (HOF) status. According to the United Kennel Club (UKC) shed hunting with a dog has become very popular. We talk to Erin about what breeds are natural shed hunters and when is the best time to begin training. We review some of Erin’s favorite training techniques to help you and your dog be successful. Nothing beats spending a day shed hunting with your K9 companion. If you enjoy shed hunting and dogs this podcast is for you.
It’s no secret that women share and enjoy the outdoor opportunities we have around us. If you’ve tuned in to our podcast before you know we acknowledge women in the outdoors. Many occupy important roles in the agencies that keep the outdoor, fisheries, and wildlife world functioning. Join us for a discussion with Fisheries Biologist, Beth Streifeneder of the New York DEC . She shares her perspective of someone in the field and doing the work.
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Chris and Don interview Cleveland Metroparks Wildlife Ecologist, Jonathon Cepek. In the late 90's Jon did his Grad Research project on Coyotes in the Cuyahoga Valley. Jon did participate in a National Research Study on Coyote behavior. We discuss everything from the home range of Coyote's to the impact they have on native wildlife. Jon shares some amazing findings about how adaptable Coyotes are. If you are interested in the great outdoors this podcast is for you.
Chris and Don discuss the wacky weather and how it has affected their fishing, hunting and habitat work. They break down all four season and how they adjusted to local weather conditions. For example, the lack of rain in early fall forced them to use the boat instead of a pair of waders. If you are an outdoorsmen and deal with the weather this podcast is for you.
Chris and Don interview Brian Pilarcik, the Watershed Specialist for Crawford County Pennsylvania Conservation District. Brian defines a watershed and the importance of knowing which one you live in. We discuss his role and responsibilities. He shares some interesting facts about watershed features in Crawford County. If you are interested in the great outdoors this podcast is for you.
Chris and Don interview Great Lakes Steelhead Expert, Roger Hinchcliff. Roger is a featured speaker, a popular blogger, rod designer and a successful author of many magazine articles. Also Roger has several instructional videos on his YouTube Channel, "Steelhead Manifesto". He is considered an authority on tributary steelhead fishing. This is a wide ranging interview. We discuss everything from the essentials to fish location. Roger is an open book sharing several of his fish catching secrets. If you are interested in great lakes steelhead this podcast is for you.
