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Don Dubuc, Great Outdoors


    • May 31, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    It's Time to Leap into Frog Season (Full Show: 5/31/2025)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 72:17


    On today's show, Don Dubuc talks about Louisiana's unique tradition of frog hunting, free fishing weekend, and the 48th annual Cajun Heritage Festival. Don Dubuc talks to Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina Capt. Kirk Stansel Daryl Carpenter Capt. Mike Gallo Lance Burgos "The Plastic Man" Capt. Ryan Lambert and Dean Galatas for Bayou Liberty Pirogue Races.

    The Bayou Liberty Pirogue Races start on June 1st

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 35:55


    This hour, Don Dubuc talks about the best places and ways to hunt frogs and the case of some turkey hunters behaving badly. Also, Don talks to Capt. Mike Gallo, Lance Burgos, "The Plastic Man" Capt. Ryan Lambert, and Dean Galatas for Bayou Liberty Pirogue Races.

    Case of the Turkey Tag Traders

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 3:43


    Don Dubuc talks about the case of some turkey hunters behaving badly

    Frog Season is Now Upon Us

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 36:22


    This hour, Don Dubuc talks about Louisiana's unique tradition of frog hunting, free fishing weekend, and the 48th annual Cajun Heritage Festival. Also, Don talks to Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina, Capt. Kirk Stansel, and Daryl Carpenter.

    Don gives you the skinny on how to hunt fat Louisiana frogs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 5:50


    Don Dubuc talks about Louisiana's unique tradition of bullfrog and pigfrog hunting.

    Are you getting out on the water this Memorial Day weekend?: Full Show 5-24-2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 71:33


    On today's show, Don dives into reports with the likes of Robbie Campo on the importance of staying safe on the water and a Sea Tow membership as well as how the fishing has been as it has been "spectacular", Daryl Carpenter sounds off on the proper way to use Croakers as bait for larger catches. Later on, we got an extra special edition of Bad Boys, Mike Gallo goes over how changes in temperature are starting to affect where and how we fish, Brendan Bayard tells us about his plans to head north for a bit, another Bad Boy case later on involving on dedicated effort to get some crawfish, Ryan Lambert is doing the opposite of Brendan as he looks towards Argentina, and so much more!

    Wanna get involved in CCA Star Tourney? Here's how!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 35:21


    This hour, Don opens with a special early, extra edition of Bad Boys of the Outdoors, before being joined by Mike Gallo to detail his upcoming trip with Don, Brendan Bayard goes over the tournaments going on back home as he is away on a trip to the Smokey Mountains chasing cool water and even cooler fish, a Bad Boys case that really highlights one mans plight for crawfish, and Ryan Lambert joins to discuss how the fishing has been around Buras and his hunting plans down in Argentina!

    What all does Ryan get up to when he leaves the country?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 5:50


    Don calls up the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to go over how things have been down in Buras as everything has been biting and biting WELL this past week, his upcoming trip to Argentina where he'll be bundled up with winter weather, what he plans to hunt down there, and a whole lot more!

    Brendan is heading up north in search of cool water and even cooler fish!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 5:16


    Don welcomes in Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC to talk about how trek to the Smokey Mountains in search of some fly fishing and cool water, back home though there are a few events going on and Brendan's got all the information on them, and more!

    Is the water temp. causing any changes in how we fish yet?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 4:54


    Don is joined by Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to cover all things fishing including who is joining him this morning on the water, where he plans on finding fishing this weekend, the best areas to target and what you should keep your eyes peeled for, and a lot more!

    Bad Boys of the Week: Case of the Local Government Lawbreaker

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 1:43


    We got a special early edition of Bad Boys of the Week involving a case of government malfeasance!

    What fishing rodeos are coming up soon?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 36:11


    This hour, Don opens up with Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to detail why you should invest in a Sea Tow membership this time of year, the past week of fishing in St. Bernard was just shy of unbelievable, some of the bills we are seeing in this years session, a run down of all the fishing rodeos going on in the coming weeks, and Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service, drops by to go over how things are near him and a lot more!

    What should you know about fishing Croakers?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 5:33


    Don connects with Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service out in Grand Isle to discuss the fishing forecast ahead of Memorial Day around Grand Isle, Pinfish hatching, don't go tossing away everything cause it can be used as bait for something larger, and more!

    "Fishing this past week as SPEC-TAC-U-LAR!"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 5:13


    Don calls up Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina in Shell Beach to break down a spectacular week of fishing, where people were finding their catch, signing up with the Star Tournament, the latest on Sea Tow deals, and more!

    The fishing business might not be what you think... : Full Show 5-17-2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 71:31


    On today's show, Don discusses with field reporters, marina owners and operators, about the weekend of fishing ahead of us, a recap of the week behind us, windy weather forecasts, fishing reports, all the details for those looking to break into the fishing business, and a whole lot more!

    What does it mean to become a fishing charter guide?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 35:41


    This hour, Don welcomes in more reporters and guests on what a normal day looks like for a fishing business, the latest for all paddlers out there on Dusk 'Til Dawn, a Bad Boys story involving a some drinking buddies doing dumb things, we hear from the "Plastic Man" on why he became a fishing charter guide, and a whole lot more!

    "You gotta live it or want it or you can't do it!"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 6:30


    Don calls up Ryan Lambert, of Cajun Fishing Adventures fame, to discuss the how the weather forecast SHOULD be read in Buras, his time as a fishing business owner and operator, what he has learned in this business, and more!

    Bad Boys of the Week: Case of the Poker Hunt Pinheads

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 1:53


    This week's Bad Boys showcases why water and alcohol just don't mix!

    Wait, we've got TWO tournaments going on during Dusk 'Til Dawn?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 6:24


    Don is joined by Butch Ridgedell from the BCKFC drops by to discuss what he is seeing in his neck of the woods, what tools and bait is getting hot right now, Dusk 'Til Dawn is coming up, and more!

    What does a typical day for a fishing business owner look like?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 7:05


    Don connects with Mike Gallo, from AAofLA.com, to cover the forecast ahead of us this weekend as it might be windier than we thought, could it be too choppy for Tripletail, what you should know before you start a fishing business, and what a typical day in the like of Mike Gallo looks like.

    How should you be staying safe when out on the water?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 35:50


    This hour, Don welcomes in Robbie Campo from Campo's Marina to discuss this week in fishing as the weather this weekend is perfect for hitting your limit, boating safety ahead of a full Summer of fishing, another fantastic addition to Tigers in the Wild on Bayou Wild TV, Kirk Stansel, from Hackberry Rod And Gun, tells us all about what you need when starting a fishing business, and Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service, breaks down the key to finding good, clean water in Grand Isle!

    What is the key for finding clean water around Grand Isle?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 5:20


    Don calls up Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to cover how the weather reports aren't all that accurate down in Grand Isle, the water is trying to clean up but is getting slowed down by the weather, the key to finding fish, and more!

    What should you know before you quit your job to start a fishing business?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 6:19


    Don is joined by Kirk Stansel from Hackberry Rod And Gun, to break down what you can expect when starting up a fishing business, what you should be aware of as a business owner, and more!

    Be careful when hitting the water this weekend cause it might be PACKED!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 4:49


    Don hears come Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to break down how the weather is looking fantastic for some good weekend fishing, Trout fishing reports, staying safe getting and out on the water this weekend, and more!

    Smart Turkeys, Black Bear attacks, and Snapper centric Bad Boys: Full Show 5-10-2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 72:03


    On today's show, Don sounds off live from Kansas where he is out chasing Turkeys with daughter Cheri as well as fielding a laundry list of reports covering all sorts of topics such as getting ready for this years CCA Star Tournament, the latest on a new bill that might already be shot down involving Bull Reds, a Black Bear killed a man in Florida, a lightning strike hit some fishermen in Venice this past week, a "mission statement" regarding how our charter guide reporters approach the business, some need to know dates regarding an upcoming paddling tournament, a Bad Boy case that breaks down one mans journey in chasing Snapper before the season started, and more!

    Don isn't afraid to admit the Beady Eyed Bird bested him!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 36:03


    This hour, Don discusses the differences between rod and reel fishermen versus bow fishermen in relation to this new bill, the Turkey hunt that Don and Cheri has been chasing may have gotten the last laugh, before diving into reports from a slew of guests and experts covering topics such as fishing mission statements, upcoming tournaments for all the paddlers out there, a Bad Boy case detailing one mans early start on Red Snapper season, and how a charter and fishing guide company goes the extra mile in servicing guests and customers!

    The fishing guide business isn't about being a good guide/fishermen... it's about being entertaining!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 8:08


    Don welcomes in the "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert of Cajun Fishing Adventures to break down the latest from his neck of the woods where some fishermen got struck by lightning this past week, Snapper and Trout are looking very good in Luling, his take on this odd Bull Red bill, and his philosophy that has allowed for his business to be as successful as they've been!

    Bad Boy of the Week: Case of the Eager Snapper Snatcher

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 0:49


    This week's Bad Boys of the Week wanted to get a head start on Snapper season!

    Coming up soon paddlers; a tournament within a tournament!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 4:11


    Don connects with Butch Ridgedell, of the BCKFC and LKFC, drops by for a paddlers report going over his preference for plastic or live bait, where all the kayakers are going this weekend, and the next big event coming up on Memorial Day weekend that the BCKFC is doing as it is a "tournament within a tournament"!

    What is Mike Gallo's "mission statement"?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 6:46


    Don is joined by Mike Gallo, of AAofLA.com, to recap the week of fishing with bad weather all around us, staying home when things look rough, what the advantages are in fishing reefs, what bridge fishing in the summer looks like, and the motivation behind Mike Gallo's fishing mindset!

    How did a Black Bear kill a man in Florida?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 36:00


    This hour, Don welcomes is into the lovely home of his daughter Cheri up in Kansas where he has been looking for some Beady-Eyed Birds, before fielding reports from the likes of Robbie Campo on this year's CCA Star Tournament just ahead of us, we also break down the bill Robbie mentions involving Bull Reds, a story on some lightning struck fishermen in Venice, a recent Black Bear incident in Florida, and Daryl Carpenter drops in to detail why we don't really need this new bill on Bull Reds.

    Daryl on this new Bull Red bill: "I don't see the need for it"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 4:50


    Don welcomes in Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to break down why this bill is being proposed, the latest reports coming from Grand Isle, and Snapper season is going strong.

    Are you getting ready for this summer's CCA Star Tournament?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 6:19


    Don calls up Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to break down how the fishing has been fantastic over in the St. Bernard area, a new bill that could bring huge changes to how we fish Bull Reds in Louisiana, CCA Star will be here before you know it, and more!

    Weather looks rough but will be fantastic for fishermen this week!: Full Show 5-3-2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 72:09


    On today's show, Don welcomes in a flurry of field reporters covering topics ranging from fishing following rainy nasty weather, Squirrel season do's and don'ts as we enter bushy tail time, Red Snapper season has opened up this past week, how viable are croakers as a bait for getting a good catch, the latest fishing reports across Louisiana's coastline, bayous, bays, and rivers, a recap of last week's Paddle Palooza action and how motorized kayakers went over, a Bad Boys story that details one mights goal of doing a lot of small illegal things at once, and so much more!

    What are your favorite Red Snapper recipes?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 36:08


    This hour, Don opens up hearing from Mr. Born-on-the-bayou, Mike Gallo, breaking down how good the fishing has been in his neck of the woods, Brendan Bayard covers last weekend's action over at Paddle Palooza, we've got a Bad Boys story that involves one man's attempt to be as unsafe as possible, our residential "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert details the latest he is chasing out on the water, and a whole lot more!

    What are some of the "smarter" fish we've seen?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 6:41


    Don is joined by the "Plastic Man" our very own, Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures, who is looking to chase everything from Speckled Trout to Triple Tail to Snapper and more, fishing some of the "smarter" fish that Ryan has seen, if we could see any changes to the river height anytime soon, and more!

    Bad Boys of the Week: Case of the Outboard Boating Bonehead

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 1:40


    This week's Bad Boys case covers an individual who wasn't taking the proper safety measures.

    Did motorized kayakers run away with the competition in last week's Paddle Palooza?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 5:25


    Don connects with Brendan Bayard from the BCKFC to go over last weekend's Paddle Palooza event, how the dirty water brought some ugly fishing, who took home the hardware, a Flounder fishing report, did those using a motorized kayaker cover more ground or do it faster, and more!

    Fishing has been going strong for those on the bayou!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 6:52


    Don welcomes in Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to detail how the fishing was for him this past week, running into river water hiccups, have the fish been snacking on Shrimp, if Mike uses croakers as bait, and more!

    The biggest solution for dirty water... croakers!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 36:01


    This hour, Don connects with the likes of Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina on what we should know about getting on the water this weekend, some of the latest information you should as we head into Squirrel season, some recipes you should be using, the opening of Red Snapper season was this past week so how are things looking so far, Daryl Carpenter, from Reel Screamers Guide Service, drops by to detail how croakers are your best bet for getting a good catch in this muddy water, and much more!

    "Croakers are your best bet for fishing dirty water!"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 5:13


    Don calls up Daryl Carpenter of Reel Screamers Guide Service to break down his plans for heading out on the water as the weather looks like it'll clear up soon, finding a lot of debris in the water this time of year, what you need to fill your boat with a decent catch, and more!

    What should we know before getting on the water this weekend?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 4:59


    Don is joined by Robbie Campo of Campo's Marina to break down the latest out of the St. Bernard area as the fishing has just been great even though the weather looks to dampen the mood, and what all is going on at Campo's this weekend?

    How was Good Friday Fishing?: Full Show 4-19-2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 72:39


    On today's show, Don dives into the latest in fishing and hunting as Good Friday, one of the biggest fishing days of the year, has come and gone ahead of Easter weekend, before fielding fresh reporters from the likes of anglers, experts, marina operators, charter captains and more covering topics such as changing tactics on where you put the bait into your shrimp, Toledo Bend report detailing how things are going on up there, if the Gulf should be called the Gulf of America or the Gulf of Mexico, and if you don't know how to fish dirty water, it may finally be time to do so. Later on, Don and company dive into Trout fishing with Mike Gallo, a Paddle Palooza preview with Eric Muhoberac, a packed Bad Boys case, and Ryan Lambert paints a picture of a perfect Louisiana Easter!

    Where can you find the best bridge fishing in LA?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 36:07


    This hour, Don opens up covering where you can find some of the best bridge fisherman across Louisiana before diving back into reports from the likes of Mike Gallo on how he is staying busy this April, Eric Muhoberac breaks down Paddle Palooza which is just a week away, a Bad Boys story that details a full slate of 15 individuals, and Ryan Lambert details his plans for a crawfish centered Easter!

    Are crawfish boils the Easter norm?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 6:28


    Don is joined by our residential "Plastic Man" Ryan Lambert from Cajun Fishing Adventures to break down why we are seeing dirty water in certain areas right now, what Ryan is doing to stay busy during April, and his Easter plans involve, family, friends, fishing, and crawfish?

    Bad Boys of the Week: Case of the 15 Felonious Fool

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 3:02


    This week's Bad Boys case involves a stacked party of 15 not-so-smart individuals!

    How does Paddle Palooza differ from others?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 6:10


    Don dives into all things paddling with Eric Muhoberac from the BCKFC breaking down next week's Paddle Palooza, how this tournament differs from others, dodging the wind has been the main hurdle for any kayakers this past week, Eric's Easter menu, and much more!

    How is Mr. Born-on-the-Bayou staying busy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 7:04


    Don calls up Mike Gallo from AAofLA.com to break down his fishing with Mr. Seatow himself this past week, Trout fishing with some Texans, a trip with Mission 22 for remembering Capt. Sam Barbera and what Mission 22 does, and more!

    Are you calling it the Gulf of America or the Gulf of Mexico?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 36:31


    This hour, Don opens up discussing everything on the docket for us this week before fielding reports and topics such as if we should be changing our tactics when baiting live shrimp, what do you call the Gulf now; do you say Gulf of America or keep it as the Gulf of Mexico, a Toledo Bend report that details the latest in their waters, and we ponder if they hide their Easter Eggs on the beach over in Grand Isle with our very own Daryl Carpenter!

    "It's time to start learning how to fish dirty water!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 5:37


    Don is joined by Daryl Carpenter from Reel Screamers Guide Service to discuss where they hide Easter eggs in Grand Isle, if the fishing has been good when the wind dies down, fishing dirty water might be the new move, if you can find any Pompano around Grand Isle, and much more!

    How's the fishing around Toledo Bend?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 4:46


    Don calls up Josh Sikes from Bents Rods Guide Service over in Toledo Bend to detail how Bass fishing has been plentiful, where you can find areas to weight and measure your catch all around Toledo Bend, White Perch are still showing up in droves and how can you get in touch with Josh and company!

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