Nathan Woelfel Outdoors Podcast

In this episode of the Nathan Woelfel Outdoors Podcast I take time to reflect on how we, as the general public, often take nature for granted. Then I issue an Earth Day challenge to all of you listeners.

We're back! Here are some things I have learned to be true during my two-decade run as a hunter that I hope you will consider before the next time you hit the field or woods. For more content fresh from the Wisconsin Outdoors, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

Climate change is negatively impacting Wisconsin, especially in winter. Natalie Chin of the Wisconsin Sea Grant is here to chat about what that means for outdoor recreation in our state. You can view some of the resources Natalie references in this episode by using the links below. WICCI The All We Can Save Project A Matter of Degrees Podcast 100 Things You Can Do to Help in the Climate Crisis For more great content from the Wisconsin Outdoors, check out nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

A new year is here! In this episode, I provide some life updates and discuss my outdoors goals for 2023 and also explore some of yours as well.  For more content from the Wisconsin Outdoors, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com. 

As 2022 comes to a close, I revisit the outdoors-related goals I set for myself in the beginning of the year and reflect upon my hunting and fishing adventures, as well as the growth of the website. For more content from the Wisconsin Outdoors, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

Josh Raley has hunted deer all over the United States and is the host of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast. He joins me to discuss all things deer hunting as the gun deer season approaches here in Wisconsin. Be sure to check out the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast wherever you get your podcasts and follow Josh on Instagram at @howtohuntdeer and @thewisconsinsportsman. For more great content fresh from the Wisconsin Outdoors, check out nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

It's just you and me for this show! Get the background and the story of my 1,000 fish of 2022 and some information that will inspire you to spend more time on the water. For more content from the Wisconsin Outdoors, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

I'm joined by Stacy Lyn Harris who is an author, blogger, and host of The Sporting Chef on Outdoor Channel.  We discuss her journey on television, the process of creating recipes for cookbooks, and tips for cooking wild game.  Find all of Stacy's content at stacylynharris.com.  For more from the Wisconsin Outdoors, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com. 

Joel Brice, chief conservation officer at Delta Waterfowl, joins the show to discuss the upcoming Wisconsin duck hunting season. We chat about duck numbers, avian influenza, and Delta's latest initiatives. Keep up to date with Delta Waterfowl by checking out deltawaterfowl.org. For more great content from the Wisconsin Outdoors, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

I'm joined by Bruce Ross and Todd Schaller of the Wisconsin Waterfowl Association to help get ready for hunting season. We discuss everything from the WWA's mission, their upcoming Waterfowl Hunters Expo, R3, waterfowl survey results, and the prospects of a future sandhill crane hunt in Wisconsin. For more information on the WWA, visit wisducks.org. Check out nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com for more great content fresh from the Wisconsin Outdoors.

Lieutenant Darren Kuhn of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources joins the show to give you some tips for staying safe on the water, whether you are hunting, fishing, or boating. For more great content from the Wisconsin Outdoors, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

I am joined by Bill Schultz, a Wisconsin angler who has caught and released over 28,000 smallmouth bass since catching his first in 1994, with all but about 600 coming since 1998. Bill discusses his journey, shares some of his favorite baits, and offers his thoughts on a host of topics related to smallmouth bass fishing. For more great content from the Wisconsin Outdoors, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com. 

It's been a busy spring and I've learned a lot! I want to pass my knowledge on to you. Tune-in for a debrief on this past spring and get some tips on how to catch more fish. For more content from the Wisconsin Outdoors, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

From his time as a freelance writer to his adventures as a birder and his long run as a professional angler, Daryl Christensen has seen and done many things in the Wisconsin outdoors. Join us for a wide-ranging conversation about fishing, hunting, birding, and more. For more content fresh from the Wisconsin Outdoors, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

In 1976, roughly 30 turkeys were re-introduced to Wisconsin. Today, nearly 250,000 tags are given to turkey hunters each spring. Taylor Finger, game bird ecologist for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, walks us through the efforts that went into producing a healthy turkey population in our state. We also discuss turkey biology and how you can use science to help bag your gobbler. For more great content from the Wisconsin Outdoors, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

It's time to talk bass fishing!  I am joined by Kyle Carpenter, co-owner of Wisco Bass.  Kyle discusses the origin and mission of Wisco Bass in addition to offering some tips and his thoughts on conservation.  For more information on Wisco Bass, visit wiscobass.com.  Looking for more great content from the Wisconsin Outdoors? Visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.  

I am joined by tournament director Kyle Carpenter and lead commentator Matt Tratz of Head2Head fishing to discuss the upcoming season. Get the scoop on all of the format changes for 2022 and hear some exclusive news on the season's final event. For more information on H2H Fishing, visit h2hfishing.com. For more great content from the Wisconsin Outdoors, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

I'm joined by Matt Tratz who hosts The Guided Life, a fishing and hunting show dedicated to presenting life in the outdoors in an educational and entertaining way. Matt and I discuss how to get the most out of your guided hunting and fishing trips and the pitfalls of filming outdoor adventures. To learn more about The Guided Life, visit tgltv.com. For more content from the Wisconsin outdoors, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

Wisconsin outdoors writer Patrick Durkin joins the show to discuss the current state of Chronic Wasting Disease in Wisconsin. We talk about where we've been, how we got here, and what we do next. For more content from the Wisconsin outdoors, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

Caleb Wistad of HookedUpWI joins the show to discuss building his presence on social media, offer ice fishing tips, and to share his philosophy on keeping panfish. For more content from the Wisconsin outdoors, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

Nathan shares his 2022 outdoor goals and then responds to the goals submitted by listeners. For more content from the Wisconsin outdoors, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

On this Festivus, Nathan is joined by his mom who is here to air her grievances. She also shares how she views the outdoors from her unique perspective. For more great Wisconsin outdoors content, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

Dale Stroschein is a legendary guide, Freshwater Hall of Fame angler, world record holder, and business owner. He joins the show this week for an in-depth chat about fishing. Our wide-ranging conversation included highlights of Dale's Hall of Fame career, the origins of his guide service, the early days of the whitefish craze, and tips to help you put more whitefish on the ice this winter. We also discuss ice safety, why you don't always need fancy technology, and how to be a good client. Be sure to follow Dale and Wacky Walleye Guide Service on Facebook. To book a trip with Dale, visit wackywalleye.com. For more great Wisconsin outdoors content, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

Nathan is joined by Josh Wiesner, who was the winner of the Head2Head Fishing Pro Walleye Series Championship Tournament on Chautauqua Lake. Josh shares a few thoughts on his victory before diving into some walleye fishing tips, the PWS, and how he prepares for fishing new bodies of water. Come along as Josh tells you what he believes it takes to improve as an angler. For more great Wisconsin outdoors content, visit www.nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

Nathan is joined by Tim Werner, conservation officer for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, to break down the upcoming gun deer season. Tim and Nathan discuss hunting safety, CWD, baiting regulations, and much more. For more Wisconsin outdoors content, visit www.nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

In this episode, Nathan is joined by Samantha Lammers who is the park director at Maywood Environmental Park in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. The two discuss the importance of conservation and outdoor education before diving into the beauty of Maywood and all of the opportunities it has to offer. For more Wisconsin outdoor content, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

In this episode, Nathan gives updates on his latest outdoor adventures and adds to his list of outdoor rules you should live by.

Joel Brice, Chief Conservation Officer of Delta Waterfowl, is back to discuss the flight forecast for the upcoming duck season. He also chats about Delta's HunteR3 initiative as we highlight the importance of hunter recruitment, retention, and reactivation.  For more information on Delta Waterfowl, visit www.deltawaterfowl.org.  For more great content from the Wisconsin outdoors, go to www.nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com. 

Nick Anich, Breeding Bird Atlas Coordinator - Bureau of Natural Heritage for the Wisconsin DNR, joins the show to discuss birding and highlight the benefits of utilizing the eBird app. Nathan and Nick discuss bird feeders, how to get into birding, and the impact of citizen science. For more information on eBird, click here: https://ebird.org/home Be sure to check out www.nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com for more Wisconsin outdoor content.

Kaitlin Kernosky, a Game Warden with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, joins the show to give us a glimpse of the outdoors from her perspective.  We discuss her outdoor background, the highs and lows of her job, the underrated outdoor experiences in her area, and more.  To find a WDNR Warden in your area, click here: https://dnr.wi.gov/staffdir/_newsearch/contactsearchext.aspx  For more outdoors content, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com. 

Professional angler Josh Blosser competes in Head2Head Fishing's Professional Walleye Series and was the winner of PWS Event 3 on Mille Lacs Lake. He joins the show to give us an inside look at the life of a pro tournament angler. This candid conversation highlights what it takes to fish professionally, gives a glimpse of Josh's fishing mindset, and provides you with tips that will help you catch more fish.

Scott Leysath is the host of The Sporting Chef, The Fishmonger, and Dead Meat on Sportsman Channel and Outdoor Channel. He is one of the foremost authorities on wild game cooking and he's here discuss ways you can make the most out of the wild game you harvest. To keep up with Scott's latest adventures or to check out his recipes, visit sportingchef.com. For more great content from the Wisconsin outdoors, visit nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.

Nathan mulls over the future of the natural landscape of America following his trip to Muir Woods in California. 

Nathan is joined by his dad who offers up tips on how you can help get children into the outdoors. Then, Nathan and his dad swap stories and lessons learned from their time together hunting and fishing over the years. 

Nathan is joined by Joel Brice, Chief Conservation Officer for Delta Waterfowl. Listen in as the pair talks about Delta's role in conservation, the importance of waterfowl recruitment, and offers some of their perspectives on the future of hunting. Learn more about Delta Waterfowl at deltawaterfowl.org. Listen to Delta's Voice of the Duck Hunter Podcast here: https://deltawaterfowl.org/delta-waterfowl-podcast/.

Nathan is joined by lead commentator Matt Tratz and tournament director Andy Cleveland of Head2Head fishing for a high-energy conversation discussing the origins of H2H, what it takes to run and broadcast professional fishing tournaments, conservation, and more. Then, Matt and Andy preview this week's Professional Walleye Series event on Lake Wisconsin. Follow Head2Head Fishing on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube or visit h2hfishing.com for more information and to watch any H2H event. While you're on your phone be sure to follow @theguidedlifet.v on Instagram.

Nathan updates you on everything he has learned about fishing lake-run trout since Episode 2. Then, he talks steelhead with Bailey Adamavich of Crazy4Chrome Guide Service. To book a trip with Bailey: Visit: crazy4chrome.net Call: 920-946-8915 Email: adamavichbailey@gmail.com

It's our first guest episode! Dr. Titus Seilheimer of the Wisconsin Sea Grant stops by to talk in-depth about white suckers. 

In this episode, Nathan gives some tips for handling fish properly to ensure safer releases. Then, he talks through the bond all anglers share, whether they realize it or not. 

In this episode, Nathan gives an update on his latest steelhead fishing exploits. Then he gives his two cents on what it means to be a "true" outdoors person. 

In this episode, Nathan shares his experiences fishing his first-ever spring trout run. Then, he delves into the perks and drawbacks of sight fishing. 

It's the very first episode of the Nathan Woelfel Outdoors podcast! Nathan gives you some background on himself and then shares some outdoor rules he lives by. View more content at nathanwoelfeloutdoors.com.