In Episode 84 we are joined by Andy Pierce. Andy's roots run deep in bluff country but has hunted throughout the country chasing big game. He has a fresh perspective on Oct hunting tactics - old school woodsmanship that get results. From the mountains of the Rockies to the hardwoods of the Midwest, he's learned what works, and what doesn't. Get ready for a deep dive into hunting strategies that just might change the way you look at the pursuit of a the deer you're chasing.
In Episode 83 we are joined by Norm Yackle for the eleventh episode of Rattling On. Topics discussed include bass fishing on the Mississippi River, tournament bass angling, an annual trip to Ontario, and CMD's first giveaway!
In Episode 82 we are joined by Nathan Chick for the tenth episode of Rattling On. Topics discussed the Minnesota Twins season so far, the 71st annual Troutmaster Classic, late season turkey hunting, and morel mushroom hunting.
In Episode 81 we are joined by Norm Yackle for the ninth episode of Rattling On. Topics discussed include Norm's first bass tourney of the season, a review of the Kentucky River Musky Classic, the 71st annual Troutmaster Classic, Norm's first musky of the year, and spring turkey season.
In Episode 80 we are joined by Jake Wolfe. Jake is an Upland Game and Furbearer Biologist with South Dakota Game Fish and Parks. He is a Driftless Area transplant who now resides in the prairies of South Dakota and is a die hard bird hunter. Die hard would be and understatement as in his '24-'25 pheasant hunting season he bagged 159 roosters! Jake shares tips on hunting throughout the season, what he has learned in his position with South Dakota GFP, and why his position is so important to the health of the pheasant population
In Episode 79 we are joined by Matt Hogan for the eight episode of Rattling On. Topics discussed include listener Q&A , spring walleye fishing, spring trout fishing, the start to the Cubs and Twins season, waterfowl photography, raccoon trapping, and gearing up for turkey season.
In Episode 78 we are joined by Dylan Lenz. Dylan has spent countless hours walking properties throughout the country scouting, planning, and helping land owners improve their land to meet their habitat goals. On this episode all whitetail hunters are guaranteed to learn some lessons on the do's and don'ts of whitetail habitat improvements.
In Episode 77 we are joined by Nathan Chick for the seventh episode of Rattling On. Topics discussed include listener Q&A, rebuilding an antler on a shoulder mount, the recent ice fishing bite, bobcat trapping, and finding the first three sheds on Stone Point Ranch. Keep your eyes peeled for a CMD giveaway!
In Episode 76 we are joined by Kyle Lakey. Kyle is the owner of Twisted Tines Taxidermy and a die hard bow hunter. He shares some interesting stories about owning a taxidermy studio and some shocking animals he has been asked to mount. Kyle also shares some tips for hunters to best preserve your trophy.
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In Episode 75 we are joined by Matt Hogan for the sixth episode of Rattling On. Topics discussed include a recap of Matt's duck and deer season, the downfall of the Chicago Bear's season, and filling the freezer with 3 does at Stone Point Ranch
In Episode 74 we are joined by Norm Yackle for the fifth episode of Rattling On. Topics discussed include a recap on Norm's Musky season and quest for a 40 musky season, early season ice fishing, trapping coyotes, and acquiring a new property in SE Minnesota.
In Episode 73 we are joined by Zac Cassill for the seventh episode of "An Outdoorsman's 7 Wonders of MN" Series. Zac was born and raised in the heart of the Driftless Area, is a dedicated fly fisherman, and geologist who has extensively studied the area he learned to fish. This corner of Minnesota is my favorite the the 7 Wonders and is unique not only to this state but to the world. Thank you to all who have followed along with this series.
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In Episode 72 we are joined again by Nathan Chick for the fourth episode of Rattling On. Topics discussed include a successful shotgun season, beaver trapping, and a 9 fish musky outing!
In Episode 71 we are joined again by Matt Hogan for the third episode of Rattling On. Topics discussed include Matt's successful start to his waterfowl season and what if takes to shoot a limit of birds, fall fishing, and the anticipation of the pre rut
In Episode 70 we are joined by Ken Howard for the sixth episode of "An Outdoorsman's 7 Wonders of MN" Series. Ken is the Director of the Minnesota Trappers Association District 6 and is a dedicated and experienced trapper who has trapped multiple species along the Mississippi River. The Mississippi River is one of MN's greatest resources with year round opportunities to trap, hunt, and fish.
In Episode 69 we are joined by Norm Yackle for the second episode of Rattling On. Topics discussed include the end of baseball season, the start of football season, Norm's recent bass and musky tournaments, and the first several sits archery deer season.
In Episode 67 we are joined by Melissa Boman for the fifth episode of "An Outdoorsman's 7 Wonders of Minnesota" Series. Melissa is a wildlife biologist for the state of MN and a bat survey specialist. In this episode she speaks to the importance of caves to MN's smallest mammals. With over 13 miles of cave to explore Mystery Cave is truly a site to behold
In Episode 65 we are joined by Scott Rall for the third episode of the "Outdoorsman's 7 Wonders of Minnesota" Series. Scott is the President of the Nobles County Chapter of Pheasants Forever, the 2024 Pheasants Forever National Volunteer of the Year, and avid pheasant hunter. A true Hall of Famer for pheasant habitat and conservation. Scott shares why Western Minnesota is such a special place to Minnesota and why all outdoorsmen should burn some boot leather chasing Western MN roosters.