A podcast dedicated to the great sport of bowfishing. We'll cover everything in the industry through interviews with a variety of different guests. Whether you're an experienced tournament shooter or you have never picked up a bow, there is something here for you!
WE'RE BACK!! This week host Capt. Cody is once again joined on the phone by with Stephen "The Fear" Banaszak. This week is all about some new proposed regulations down in Oklahoma. Stephen walks us through the situation and what the greater bowfishing community can do to help the fight against the anti-bowfishing agenda.Meeting Details:Date --> Monday, January 8th 2024Location --> OK Department of Wildlife Conservation1801 N. Lincoln Blvd.Oklahoma City, OK 73105The Fear Bowfishing:YouTube --> https://www.youtube.com/@thefearbowfishing/featuredInstagram --> https://www.instagram.com/thefearbanaszak/Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070193388591Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky
WE'RE BACK!! This week host Capt. Cody is on the phone with Addison Ley with the brand new American Bowfishing League. Addison talks all about the format, rules, locations, and plans for this innovative tournament series. This is one you won't want to miss listening to!American Bowfishing League:Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092711674037Addison Ley:Email --> addison.ley@americanbowfishingleague.comPhone Number --> (405) 881-8860Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky
On this solo episode, host Capt. Cody checks in with a mini Minnesota update and goes over a short recap of the 12th annual AMS Big 20.Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky
On this episode, host Capt. Cody is joined by Lucas & Gaven Kelley. For those that don't know, Gaven (age 14) shot two youth state records in this year's U.S. Open. The conversation is centered youth in the sport of bowfishing and includes stories about tournament night, shooting records, and several other funny & creepy stories. It's a great episode with awesome conversation about the future generations of this sport that we love so much!Two Gen Outdoors:Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/bloodMonkeysInstagram --> https://www.instagram.com/twogenoutdoors/Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky
On this episode, host Capt. Cody is joined by this year's U.S. Open team representing Playin' Hooky. The conversation is centered around this year's U.S. Open experience, talking about tournament night, the challenges that were had getting to and from, people guessing what you use your boat for, women in the sport, and a ton more! There is a lot in here, so give it a listen and write in with your stories of folks guessing what you use your boat for!Illinois Dust Storm:Story --> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4N5hHMfQOxAHold Fast Welding & Repair:Website --> https://holdfastweldingandrepair.com/Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky
On this episode, host Capt. Cody is checking in and talking about tournaments. There are so many bowfishing tournaments that happen every year, and so this episode will help put a lot of those dates in one place where it is easy to find.We hope everyone's season is starting out very well (for those that have already started) and that everyone who hasn't started yet will have their opportunity very soon!U.S. Open Info:Website --> https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/usopen-bowfishingFacebook Page --> https://www.facebook.com/usopenbowfishingchampionshipBAA Worlds:Facebook Page --> https://www.facebook.com/groups/163276430925507Bowfishing Buzz World's Podcast Episode --> https://open.spotify.com/episode/3soaNn3YzXFAaYqDWZm11f?si=96e81236ad524f4fSpring Fling Bowfishing Tournament:Facebook Page --> https://www.facebook.com/groups/612073930050711AMS Big 20:Website --> https://www.amsbowfishing.com/product/2023-ams-bowfishing-big-20-challenge-registration/Muzzy Classic:Website --> https://www.feradyne.com/brands/muzzy-bowfishing/2023-tournament/?fbclid=IwAR38l3rekSWR4Z7dgAoxeQbky1LreGeCUtVfCbTilB7fiU-42LL6OlVVI40Cajun Bowfishing:Facebook Page --> https://www.facebook.com/cajunbowfishingLand Of Lakes Bowfishing Association: Membership --> https://www.landoflakesbowfishing.com/?page_id=118Facebook Page --> https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063571184228Instagram Page --> https://www.instagram.com/landoflakesbowfishing/Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky
On this episode, host Capt. Cody talks to Chris Crawley. Chris has worked 8 of the 9 total Bass Pro U.S. Open Bowfishing Tournaments. He talks about his experiences working this tournament over the years and tells some good bowfishing stories. It's a fun conversation and gets listeners excited and energized for the upcoming tournament!U.S. Open Info:Website --> https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/usopen-bowfishingFacebook Page --> https://www.facebook.com/usopenbowfishingchampionshipPlayin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky
On this episode, host Capt. Cody chats with Mitchell Deegan of Water Predator about bowfishing all over the country. He films his outings and makes videos for his YouTube channel. Mitchell spent 10 straight months on the road, living in his truck, and bowfishing! It's a sweet conversation and worth a listen!Water Predator:YouTube --> https://www.youtube.com/@waterpredator7826Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/water_predator/Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky
On this episode, host Capt. Cody connects with Jacky Davis and Graham McWilliam from Powermax Converters. The first episode with Jacky was so well-received we had to do another! Joined by Graham, this episode dives in-depth on everything Powermax. Give it a listen to learn about converter wiring, generators, chargers, and more!Powermax Converters:Website --> https://powermaxconverters.com/bowfishing/Facebook Page --> https://www.facebook.com/powermaxconvertersJacky Davis:Facebook Page --> https://www.facebook.com/jacky.davis.9Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky
On this week's episode, host Capt. Cody spends most of the time going over pre season preparations and talks about some of the things to check and go through before the season begins.Along with talking about pre season prep, Capt. Cody talks about his recent trip to Tennessee and some LLBA updates. It's a great episode to listen to as you begin gearing up for the 2023 season!LLBA:Website --> https://www.landoflakesbowfishing.comFacebook Page --> https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063571184228Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky
On this week's episode, we have a conversation with Justin Klages, the current president of the LLBA (Land of Lakes Bowfishing Association). Justin goes over the agenda for the upcoming annual club meeting happening on February 25th. If you are interested in attending, check out the links below!After talking with Justin, host Capt. Cody talks a little bit about utilizing remote-controlled trolling motors for bowfishing.LLBA:Website --> https://www.landoflakesbowfishing.comFacebook Page --> https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063571184228Meeting Event Page --> https://fb.me/e/2V81v6OD7Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky
On this week's episode, we have a conversation with Stephen "The Fear" Banaszak. Stephen is bowfishing the waters of Oklahoma and Texas and working closely with the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation to study and monitor the invasive carp there. Along with bowfishing, Stephen also is passionate about MMA. Stephen and host Capt. Cody talk about his bowfishing career, his MMA career, and more.The Fear Bowfishing:YouTube --> https://www.youtube.com/@thefearbowfishing/featuredInstagram --> https://www.instagram.com/thefearbanaszak/Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070193388591Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky
On this episode we hear from Andrew Just with CarpLite. We talk all about the awesome products that CarpLite offers and mostly about their HPS lights and housings. It's a great conversation to tune into, especially if you're rigging your boat!CarpLite:Website --> https://carplite.myshopify.comFacebook --> https://www.facebook.com/carpliteInstagram --> https://www.instagram.com/carplitebowfishing/YouTube --> https://www.youtube.com/@carplitellc6758Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky
To go along with the season, on this week's episode Capt. Cody sits down with good friends Tom Winter & Kalvin Hinderscheid to talk about the 2022 season and the upcoming 2023 season. They share stories, have some good laughs about this past season and also talk about some goals they have for the next season. It's a light-hearted, fun conversation that helps put excitement on the upcoming year and bowfishing season!*BRAND NEW MERCH* --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky
On this episode we hear from Victor McNew with 5-Star LED. We talk all about the awesome products that 5-star offers and do a bit of a deep-dive on LED lights. Along with that, we also talk about the bowfishing community and getting more youth into the sport. It's a great conversation to tune into, especially if you're rigging your boat!5-Star LED:https://5starledllc.comFacebook- https://www.facebook.com/5starledllc/Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/5starled__/
It's boat rigging season! To start out the period of time every year where many of us start rigging and re-rigging our boats and all of our gear, we have Matt Judge with Problem Child Outdoors to go over boat rigging. Matt basically does it all from gutting boats to hanging motors to wiring lights and so much more! This episode has some great info on some things you can rig up on your boat.Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/problemchildoutdoors/Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/problemchildoutdoors
On this episode, Capt. Cody talks with Capt. Cole Coultas about bowfishing in Alabama, big buffs, and more!Website- http://www.guidedbowfishing.comInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/fatalimpactguidedbowfishing/
On this week's episode of the podcast, host Capt. Cody talks with Capt. Ct Meyers from The Obsession Outdoors out of Kentucky. Ct and his guide service are most known for their spring paddle fish trips. He goes over the whole paddle fish deal, as well as some of the other trips he offers down in the great state of Kentucky. This is a great episode with great conversation. Give it a listen!Check out The Obsession Outdoors!Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/theobsessionoutdoors/Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/theobsessionoutdoorsWebsite- https://theobsessionoutdoors.comCheck out Playin' Hooky!https://linktr.ee/playinhooky
Join host Capt. Cody as he chats with Travis and Jenni from Grinz N Finz Bowfishing all the way out in Idaho! We get to hear all about the fantastic bowfishing opportunities out on the Snake River, including copious amounts of butterfly carp! Listen to the full episode to get low down.Grinz N Finz BowfishingWebsite--> https://grinznfinzbowfishing.comFacebook--> https://www.facebook.com/grinznfinzbowfishing/Instagram--> https://www.instagram.com/grinz.n.finz/Playin' Hooky Guide ServiceLink Up w/ Me--> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky
Another short one this week: Capt. Cody goes over what has been working for him for bowfishing in the colder part of fall.www.playinhookyguideservice.com
This week's episode is a little different; Capt. Cody checks in on a few things and wants to hear from you! (Things should be back to normal on the next episode). Thanks for listening!
On this episode, we chat with Mathew Schillinger & Derrick Schmidt with AMS and MegaMouth Bowfishing. These two and the companies they represent are doing a TON to help the bowfishing community and industry, so we talk about a lot of different things including their own bowfishing podcast, filming bowfishing videos, and the AMS Big 20 tournament they put on every spring.Find them on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, CarbonTV, or check out their websites with the links below!https://www.amsbowfishing.comhttps://www.megamouthbowfishing.com
On this episode we chat with Scott Henslee, owner and operator of Bowfishing Extreme. With more than 20 years in the business, Scott and his family own and operate one of the best online bowfishing shops in the entire industry. Scott talks shop with us and also shares the story of a giant Texas state record grass carp he was able to harvest.Website- www.bowfishingextreme.comFacebook Page- https://www.facebook.com/bowfishingextreme
On this episode, I am joined by Mallory Potter and Nina Rogers. This episode is focused on women in the sport of bowfishing as we talk about the good and the bad about being a woman in the sport of bowfishing. Give it a listen to hear all about that, traveling the country to shoot all kinds of fish, and Minnesota accents!If you think this podcast is okay, we would love if you could leave a rating and review wherever you listen!Mallory Potter: https://www.instagram.com/mallorygrace3/Nina Rogers: https://www.instagram.com/ninaoutdoors_/
On this episode, we connect with Brandon Cayea out in New York about New York Bowfishing and the tournament he has coming up at the end of August. This tournament will be a little bit different, so listen to find out more about it and what kinds of bowfishing opportunities New York has to offer!Tournament Page -->https://www.facebook.com/northcountrybigriverdrawTournament Registration --> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWlysF3kVB2ibpRX8tp-FhfUcqjITR8pxTbarhBkOKW1F8nw/viewform
On this week's episode, we chat with Spencer Mojarro of Spotlight Bowfishing out in Redding, California. He goes over what California bowfishing is like and talks about the guiding he is doing out there. Give it a listen to hear why California is a state you will want to bowfish!Spotlight Bowfishing --> https://www.instagram.com/spotlight_bowfishing/North Country Big River Draw Bowfishing Tournament --> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWlysF3kVB2ibpRX8tp-FhfUcqjITR8pxTbarhBkOKW1F8nw/viewform
We're back from our trip to Iowa! This week on the podcast, we talk about how amazing that state is for bowfishing. If you're looking for a new state to shoot fish in, give this episode a listen to hear why Iowa is a GREAT option!
This week we had a little different episode and sat down in the studio with the rest of the Playin' Hooky 2022 US Open tournament team. We had a rough Open this year, but got some pretty great stories out of the deal. Listen to this episode to hear us talk about some of them!
Want to win a brand new Oneida AND support the fight to keep bowfishing around for years to come? You can do both of these things by joining the Land Of Lakes Bowfishing Association. From now until June 25th, the first 100 people to join LLBA, or donate the price of a membership if already a member, will be entered for a chance to win a brand new Oneida from Bowfishing Extreme!This week we chatted with the president and vice president of the LLBA, Justin Klages & Austin Linder. We talk about protecting bowfishing, potential rough fish limits, tournaments, and a lot more. It sounds like there has never been a better time to join your state's bowfishing association! If you want more information or want to sign up, check the links below!https://www.landoflakesbowfishing.com/?page_id=118https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063571184228
On this week's show, we are in the upper-midwest talking with Harrison Van Maanen out of Iowa and Brian Nielson out of Minnesota. Harrison talks about Iowa Bowfishing and the tournament he will be directing on June 25th in Doon, IA. This is a daytime tournament, teams of up to four people, with a $100/ team entry fee. For more info, reach out to Harrison Van Maanen on social media or at (712) 470-0776.Brian is the owner of Bniel Bowholders and maker of the popular "Bow Blade". Not only does Brian talk about the different products he makes and sells and how they can help your bowfishing experience, but he also touches on how important safety and respect are in the sport of bowfishing. It's an awesome episode with two awesome conversations!Tournament Flier & Info: https://fb.me/e/1t57f7DgeBniel Bowholders: https://bowfishingbowholder.com
We are back from the US Open with a new episode of the podcast! This week we chat with Capt. Seth Meunier with Reel Vermont Guide Service. He tells us about the unique fishery that Vermont has to offer and some of the very different fish that can be bow fished there. Give it a listen, and if you want to give Vermont a go, get in touch with Capt. Seth and his guide service!https://www.facebook.com/reelvt/
On this week's show, we're chatting with Steven Chamblee of Black Forest Taxidermy. Black Forest Taxidermy specializes in making quality rough fish mounts. We talk bowfishing, taxidermy, and more. It's a very unique episode and one that is definitely worth listening to!Check out some of Steven's work on Black Forest Taxidermy's page linked here:https://www.facebook.com/BlackForestTaxidermy/
On this week's episode, we chat with Tom Webster with Cowboy Bowfishing Charters LLC. out of Wyoming. Tom gives us a run down of Wyoming bowfishing, focusing on the trophy mirror carp that his state has to offer, including multiple world record-class fish. Find out about the truly high-quality bowfishing opportunities that Wyoming has to offer, and tune in to this episode!www.cowboybow.com
This week we hear from Powermax Rep, Jacky Davis. Not only is Jacky a rep for Powermax, but he is also a pro staffer for Yamaha, rep for Pro Guide, and an avid bowfisherman. We talk about all of this and more in this episode.
On this week's episode, we chat with Capt. David Jarvis with Kentucky Big Boyz guide service and Max Wadlington with the Force Feed 'Em Bowfishing shop. We talk about Kentucky bowfishing, shooting big heads, starting a bowfishing business, shop talk, and more. It's a great episode, and you won't want to miss it!
On this week's episode, we hear from Capt. Nick Mather with the Working Class Outdoorsmen charter service and Devin Heckman with Garp.Co. Between the two conversations, we go over Maryland bowfishing, guiding, filming, shooting out of small boats, and more.
This week we talk with the champs of the 2021 Cajun 8 Bowfishing Tournament: Garrett Yates, Garrett Wheeler, and Dan Spinale, team name: "The Outsiders". We talk about tournament shooting, scouting, and massive boat issues that changed the entire plan for tournament night and forced The Outsiders to go back to their roots.
This is the first episode of the Playin' Hooky Bowfishing Podcast. Meet your host Captain Cody as he introduces a brand new bowfishing podcast. Because this episode is just an introduction to this podcast, it is short, sweet, and quickly goes over what to expect in the coming weeks of this podcast. "Normal" Playin' Hooky Bowfishing Podcast episodes will follow this short "pre" episode.
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