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“Due North Outdoors” celebrates America’s exploding outdoor lifestyle. Hosts Natalie Dillon and Travis Frank sit down to discuss timely outdoor topics ranging from hunting and fishing, to adventure, to cooking, travel, and more. Plus, special guests share unique and inspirational stories about outdoor life.

Ron Schara Productions


    • Feb 1, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 3m AVG DURATION
    • 38 EPISODES


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    Crazy Ice Fishing

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 70:56


    Tony Roach joins the show to discuss the most bizarre ice fishing season ever.  Travis & Tony discuss current ice conditions, staying safe, hot bites, and cool adventures. Plus they share stories from a season filming Dialed in Angling, lessons learned on the ice to catch more fish, when and how to use today's modern technology, scary moments, taking a hook in the eyeball, and so much more. http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstv BTYB: Minnesota DNR (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/) Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/,) Ace Solid Waste (https://www.acesolidwaste.com/)  Minnesota Propane Association (Propane.com)

    Dialed in Angling

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2023 65:47


    Tony Roach joins the show to get ice anglers dialed in to the upcoming ice fishing season with his new tv show Dialed in Angling.  Tony and Travis break down the new show in detail, discuss ice fishing details that will make you a better angler, share insight on the hottest ice fishing destinations this season, discuss observations from Mille Lac lake Walleyes and Red Lake crappies, fish behavior, and so much more.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvBTYB: Minnesota DNR's Life-Time License (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/licenses/lifetime/residents/index.html,)  Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/,) Ace Solid Waste (https://www.acesolidwaste.com/)  Minnesota Propane Association (Propane.com) & Rudy Luther Toyota (https://www.rudyluthertoyota.com/)

    Black Friday & Ice Fishing Gear Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2023 70:43


    Meghan Krohn & Joe Rohlfing from Sportsman's Guide join the show to preview Black Friday sales of outdoor gear and look ahead at new Ice Fishing equipment that'll get you more bites.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvBTYB: Minnesota DNR's Life-Time License (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/licenses/lifetime/residents/index.html,)  Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/,) Ace Solid Waste (https://www.acesolidwaste.com/)  Minnesota Propane Association (Propane.com) & Rudy Luther Toyota (https://www.rudyluthertoyota.com/)

    Deer Season is Here!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 40:43


    Jared Mazurek, the Executive Director of the Minnesota Deer Hunters Association joins the show to celebrate the opening day of deer season in Minnesota, discuss important deer hunting topics like wolf management, CWD & CWD test kits, legislation, habitat management, Hides for Habitat program and reasons to be optimistic on opening day.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvBTYB: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/,) Ace Solid Waste (https://www.acesolidwaste.com/)  Minnesota Propane Association (Propane.com) & Rudy Luther Toyota (https://www.rudyluthertoyota.com/)

    MN Deer Hunting report

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2023 76:27


    Travis is joined by Todd Froberg, of the MN DNR, and they chat about this upcoming deer season and everything that comes with it.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvBTYB: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/,) Ace Solid Waste (https://www.acesolidwaste.com/)  Minnesota Propane Association (Propane.com) & Rudy Luther Toyota (https://www.rudyluthertoyota.com/)

    Midwest Pheasant Hunting Outlook

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 78:15


    Jared Wiklund & Tom Carpenter from Pheasants Forever join the show to give us an in-depth pheasant hunting forecast for the Upper Midwest.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvBTYB: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/,) Ace Solid Waste (https://www.acesolidwaste.com/) & Rudy Luther Toyota (https://www.rudyluthertoyota.com/)

    Make This Hunting Season Your Best Yet!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 27:36


    Another hunting season has arrived. Travis Frank provides a few thoughts to make this your best hunting season yet, and create positive memories that will make a difference for generations of hunters to come. http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvBTYB: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/) Ace Solid Waste (https://www.acesolidwaste.com/) & Rudy Luther Toyota (https://www.rudyluthertoyota.com/)

    Fishy Politics & Game Fair Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 38:50


    Ron Schara joins Travis Frank to discuss fisheries in Minnesota, funding to make them better, life on an island in Lake of the Woods, and a preview of Game Fair from the voice of the show for the past 42 years.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvBTYB: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/,) Ace Solid Waste (https://www.acesolidwaste.com/) & Rudy Luther Toyota (https://www.rudyluthertoyota.com/)

    ICAST Review with Sportsman's Guide

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 67:36


    Meghan Krohn & Joe Rohlfing from Sportsman's Guide join the show to break down the hottest fishing gear released this year at ICAST, trends in the outdoor industry that will give consumers great purchasing power, SG's Conservation Roundup, online shopping for outdoor gear, and so much more.https://www.sportsmansguide.com/http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv

    North to South: Minnesota's Best Summer Getaways

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 61:44


    Kristen Glazer is a prominent regional blogger and content creator. She joins the Due North Outdoors Podcast to share her recommendations for the best summer getaways in Minnesota.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvBTYB: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) & Ace Solid Waste (https://www.acesolidwaste.com/)

    Life in the Bass Lane ft. Josh and Bri Douglas

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 62:06


    Professional bass angler Josh Douglas and his wife Bri join the Due North Outdoors Podcast for a listen inside their life in the bass lane. http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvBTYB: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) & Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/)

    From Hockey to Beekeeping ft. Ryan Carter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2023 65:09


    Ryan Carter is a former NHL hockey player and current TV color analyst for the Minnesota Wild. He joins to talk about his newfound passion for beekeeping and fishing with the family. Plus, he shares memories from life in pro hockey.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@johnhoyerfish | @nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvBTYB: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)

    Happy Fishing Opener, ft. John Hoyer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 60:52


    Minnesota native John Hoyer is an elite professional angler with a record of success across both the National Walleye Tour and the Professional Musky Tournament Trail. He joins hosts Natalie and Travis to share early-season walleye fishing techniques as well as tips and insights from decades of multispecies angling.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@johnhoyerfish | @nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvOur Advertisers: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) & Minnesota Department of Natural Resources “Minnesota Moms Fishing Challenge" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1173295613370541)

    Spring Foraging with “Forager Chef” Alan Bergo

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 81:55


    Alan Bergo is a chef, author, photographer, and host of the James Beard Award winning show, Field Forest Feast. He joins the podcast to discuss spring foraging as well as his unique journey becoming an influential voice in the world of wild food.Pine Cone Syrup: https://foragerchef.com/mugolio-pine-cone-syrup/Cooking with Pine Pollen https://foragerchef.com/pine-pollen/Black Morels: https://foragerchef.com/black-morels/Sochan: https://foragerchef.com/sochan/http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvOur Advertisers: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)

    It's Turkey Season!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 57:10


    Today marks the start of the spring turkey hunting season here in Minnesota. Natalie and Travis kick things off with all you need to know about turkey hunting this spring. Gobble, gobble!http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvOur Advertisers: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)

    Winterkill

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2023 64:06


    Scott Mackenthun from the Minnesota DNR joins the show to discuss the deadly effects of “winterkill” happening right now on several Midwest lakes.  What is winterkill, why is it happening, which lakes and fish are most affected, what are the long-term effects? Plus, we discuss the DNR's role in this fisheries management tool, and explain why winterkill can be a blessing for the overall fishery.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvOur Advertisers: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)

    Spearfishing – Stories from the Deep

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2023 74:10


    Peter Correale is a lifelong spearfisherman with over a decade of professional guiding experience. He joins today's show to share the basics of spearfishing and how to start, plus some exhilarating stories from the deep.See more at https://worldwidespearfishing.com. http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvOur Advertisers: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)

    Ice Recovery Specialist

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 44:01


    Gary “Seal” Thompson operates Tri-State Diving in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Gary has nearly 50 years of experience as an ice recovery specialist pulling vehicles, ATV's and tractors up from beneath ice-covered lakes and rivers. Gary explains when, where, and why vehicles drop through the ice, what it takes to recover them, and the cost of getting them back.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvOur Advertisers: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)

    Winter Foraging – What You Can Harvest Right Now

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2023 52:41


    Maria Wesserle is an expert forager and founder of Minneapolis-based Four Season Foraging. She joins host Natalie Dillon to discuss winter foraging – tips, tools, and all the tasty treats you can harvest right now! Learn more from Maria at https://www.fourseasonforaging.com.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvOur Advertisers: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)

    From Big to “Micro”

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2023 65:18


    Roy Leyva is a renowned multi-species angler hailing from Boston, Massachusetts. He has held multiple fishing records and has caught over 500 distinct species. He joins hosts Natalie Dillon and Travis Frank to chat micro fishing, urban fishing, and what it's like chasing world records.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvOur Advertisers: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)

    Best Winter Getaways

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2023 63:08


    It's time to start planning that winter outdoor getaway! Hosts Natalie and Travis share their recommendations for the best places to escape this winter for fishing, hunting, and some much-needed fresh air.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvOur Advertisers: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)

    Ice Fishing with Jason Mitchell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2023 61:15


    Jason Mitchell is known throughout the outdoor industry as an elite fishing guide and television host. He joins hosts Natalie and Travis to talk ice fishing, jumbo perch, and his passion for the outdoors.https://www.jasonmitchelloutdoors.com/http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvOur Advertisers: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)

    Raising Outdoor Families with Jenny Anderson

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 64:10


    Jenny Anderson (“Girl of 10,000 Lakes”) joins Natalie and Travis to discuss raising outdoor kids, winter camping, the intersection of the outdoor world and social media, and more.Use code “DueNorth” for a discount on Jenny's children's book at 123icefishing.com. http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvOur Advertisers: Aquarius Home Services (https://www.KineticoMN.com,) Sportsman's Guide (https://www.sportsmansguide.com/) & Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us)

    Cold Plunge!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2022 81:04


    Natalie and Travis take a winter plunge through the ice to discuss the popular winter activity called “cold plunging.” Reminder to please consult a doctor before jumping into frigid water.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvOur Advertisers: Aquarius Home Services (https://www.KineticoMN.com,) Sportsman's Guide (https://www.sportsmansguide.com/) & Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us)

    Ice Fishing is Here!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 61:16


    Ice fishing season is upon us. Travis and Natalie sit down with Matt Jensen, lifelong angler and Marketing Director at Rapala, to preview the upcoming ice fishing season. Peek behind the scenes at one of the fishing industry's leading companies, learn what advancements are on the horizon in ice fishing and fishing as a whole, hear about the world record both Matt and Travis helped set, and more! http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvOur Advertisers: Aquarius Home Services (https://www.KineticoMN.com,) Sportsman's Guide (https://www.sportsmansguide.com/) & Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us)

    Update on the Lake Erie Walleye Fishing Cheating Scandal

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2022 60:20


    Natalie and Travis get the inside scoop on all the latest from the Lake Erie Walleye Trail cheating scandal that rocked the fishing world and received international press earlier this fall. Guest Jason Fischer, the tournament's director and man who found himself at the epicenter managing the tense situation, shares details from busting the alleged cheaters, as well as personal insights and lessons we can all learn in the aftermath.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvSponsored by Aquarius Home Services (https://www.KineticoMN.com,) Sportsman's Guide (https://www.sportsmansguide.com/) & Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us)

    Oh Deer, Moose, Elk & Ducks

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 77:27


    Erik Hildebrand & Todd Froberg from the Minnesota DNR join the show to discuss Minnesota's upcoming deer hunting season, the health of the deer herd across the state, CWD concerns, Minnesota's moose & elk populations, bird flu in migrating waterfowl, and so much more.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvPresented by Kinetico Water Systems (https://www.kinetico.com/,) Sportsman's Guide (https://www.sportsmansguide.com/) & Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us)

    Upland Bird Hunting – Getting Started

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 70:48


    Ashley Peters is the Director of Communications and Marketing for the Ruffed Grouse Society & American Woodcock Society. She's a conservationist, hunter, and outdoor advocate. Hosts Natalie Dillon and Travis Frank learn about her experience getting started hunting for ruffed grouse and woodcock. Plus, Ashley shares research-based insights regarding conservation and helpful tips for female hunters. Ashley's Intro to Grouse Hunting Article: https://projectupland.com/grouse-species/ruffed-grouse-hunting/a-basic-guide-on-how-to-hunt-ruffed-grouse-2/http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvPresented by Kinetico Water Systems (https://www.kinetico.com/,) Sportsman's Guide (https://www.sportsmansguide.com/) & Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us)

    “What Fish Really Eat – Research from a Specialist”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2022 58:41


    Kamden Glade, Fisheries Research Specialist at Bemidji State University, catches up with hosts Natalie Dillon and Travis Frank to discuss his ongoing study tracking the diets of Minnesota's musky, walleye, bass and northern pike populations. Learn everything you want to know about what the fish are eating – and more. http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvPresented by Sportsman's Guide (https://www.sportsmansguide.com/) & Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us)

    Stories From an Alaskan Bush Pilot

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2022 64:44


    Dr. Bob Ledda from All Alaska Outdoors sits down with Travis Frank after an epic bush country hunting and fishing adventure to share stories from a lifetime of guiding and flying in Alaska's remote wilderness.www.allalaska.comhttp://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv

    A Fall Preview: Mushroom Foraging, Fishing & Hunting this Autumn

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2022 69:54


    Fall is coming! In this episode of the Due North Outdoors Podcast, hosts Natalie Dillon and Travis Frank roll out the welcome mat for all things autumn. Learn about foraging for and cooking wild mushrooms, including Chicken of the Woods and the beloved Chanterelle. Plus, they'll preview fall fishing for bass and muskies, as well as hunting season in the Upper Midwest.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvPresented by Sportsman's Guide (https://www.sportsmansguide.com/)

    Recipes and Tips for Preparing Wild Game and Fish

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2022 59:06


    Most anglers and hunters will agree that little tops the moment they get to sit down and enjoy their fresh-caught fish or wild game with family and friends. On today's episode, hosts Natalie Dillon and Travis Frank share some of their favorite recipes and preparations. Learn fish filleting tips, how to cook a moist bird, their favorite seasonings, and more. We hope you're hungry! http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvPresented by Sportsman's Guide (https://www.sportsmansguide.com/)

    Tournament Fishing with Matt Peters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2022 69:35


    Matt Peters joins hosts Natalie Dillon and Travis Frank to discuss tournament bass fishing, life on the road, and lessons learned along the way. Matt, a native of Waconia, Minnesota, is a world-class professional angler with over 20 years of experience guiding and over 15 years of experience in competitive angling.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvPresented by Sportsman's Guide (https://www.sportsmansguide.com/)

    Must-Visit Fishing Destinations in the Upper

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 63:49


    In this second installment of a two-part series, hosts Natalie Dillon and Travis Frank discuss some of the best lakes, streams and rivers across the Upper Midwest to visit on your next fishing trip. Dreaming of landing a 50-inch musky? Looking for the perfect family walleye fishing getaway? Hoping to practice fly fishing or casting for river smallmouth bass? This episode has you covered.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvPresented by Sportsman's Guide (https://www.sportsmansguide.com/)

    Our Favorite Fishing Destinations for your Summer Travels

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2022 54:43


    Summer is the perfect time to get out of town and fish new waters while exploring some of the beautiful locations the Upper Midwest has to offer. On today's episode, hosts Natalie Dillon and Travis Frank discuss their favorite spots to do just that. From hidden musky lakes, to once-in-a-lifetime walleye fishing, to family-friendly destinations across the region, this episode of Due North Outdoors is sure to leave you filling up your remaining summer calendar.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvPresented by Sportsman's Guide (https://www.sportsmansguide.com/)

    Early-Season Muskies with Ryan McMahon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2022 65:47


    Twin Cities-based fishing guide Ryan McMahon joins hosts Natalie Dillon & Travis Frank on this episode of Due North Outdoors. A dedicated musky angler and one of the preeminent guides in the upper Midwest, Ryan shares early-season musky tips and advice for aspiring anglers and guides. Plus, the three discuss the ways musky fishing has evolved over the last several decades, as well as a few remarkable musky moments from their time on the water. http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@natieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvPresented by Sportsman's Guide (https://www.sportsmansguide.com/)

    Spring Fishing for Walleye and Bass

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 65:48


    Natalie Dillon & Travis Frank talk all things spring walleye and bass fishing. They discuss current fishing reports, what the fish are eating and doing this time of year, and some favorite tips, tricks & techniques. Plus, they share some memorable stories from time on the water…did someone say seven-pound bass? Fishing season is here in the Upper Midwest! http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@natieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstvPresented by Sportsman's Guide (https://www.sportsmansguide.com/)

    Let's Forage!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2022 57:03


    Natalie Dillon & Travis Frank launch their first episode of the Due North Outdoors podcast with a brief introduction into their own passionate careers in the outdoor world.  Then they drop the gloves in a one-on-one battle to find (and cook!) morel mushrooms.http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv@natieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstv

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