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Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Today's Show: To Support And Subscribe: https://thehotshotwakeup.substack.com/As we head into crews coming on, a conversation about pre-season jitters. I talk about how I and others trained for the season, the first day on a Hotshot crew, and what was expected versus the reality. The jitters are normal; it means you care. A Minnesota woman was fined $150,000 for not calling in a wildfire that started on her property. The MN DNR doesn't usually fine large amounts, maybe this is their way of setting an example? Full story. Fires are popping up across the western United States. Multiple new starts in Colorado, Montana, Wyoming, Arizona, and New Mexico. Full Operational Update as we increase to a PL2. THE HOTSHOT WAKE UP — Thank you to all of our paid subscribers. Your support allows us to donate generously to firefighter charities and supports all of our content. You also receive all of our article archives, more podcast episodes, Monday morning workouts, and also entered into our giveaways, plus more.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Here's some outdoor news about the MN DNR looking for public input on reducing the daily walleye limit, Lake of the Woods is ok and there is a new Tour Level Gold. #walleye #fishinglife #walleyefishingpocast #chasingwalter #ittoutdoors #outdoornews
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week we learn about a fish exploitation study in Minnesota. Storm Kettelhut from the MN DNR join the show to tell us about tagging walleyes, crappies, bluegills and more to try and figure out if advancements in fishing technology is actually hurting fish populations. Bret Amundson, Dan Amundson, and David Eckhardt talk about the proposal for harvest limits on Native Rough Fish and an attempted ban on hunting and fishing in Oregon. Joe Henry and Wyatt Hennum talk about Lake of the Woods ice fishing and running a resort at 18 years old. Make sure you're “following” us on your favorite podcast streaming platform so you never miss a show, and if you like what you're hearing, leave us a rating and a review. We'd love to hear from you, and it helps us more than you know! Get our new HATS: https://fishhuntforever.myshopify.com/ Save 20% on a new OnX HUNT Membership with the code “SJR20” https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app/east https://fishhuntforever.com Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5OVGMvd5vMvETdClc6ks6q?si=5bfeed6989d04b23 Find us on APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fish-hunt-forever/id1248475232 Find us on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/fishhuntforever Follow us on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fish.hunt.forever/ Follow BRET on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bret.amundson/?hl=en Follow DAN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan_amundson/?hl=en Find us on TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@fishhuntforever Follow DAN on TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@dan.amundson Follow BRET on TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@bretamundson Take a trip to LAKE OF THE WOODS: https://lakeofthewoodsmn.com/ Take a trip to DEVILS LAKE: https://www.haybaleheights.com/index.html Learn more about SPACE TRAILERS: https://spacetrailers.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooboQSOhbWZ18_wMvVzkAIZx0uGsJiClXI22XCheqrdD8SEIUHn https://fishhuntforever.com/feed/podcast/ The post Week 700: Fish Exploitation Study in Minnesota appeared first on Fish Hunt Forever.
Rik chats with some of the area's finest outfitters sharing a fishing story or two, and you'll hear news from the MN DNR from time to time...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode we have TJ DeBates from the MN DNR and Mike DeRosier from Heart of the North Tours.
https://www.outdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Jan-17-long-show.mp3 Kicking off this week's show is Managing Editor Rob Drieslein and Editor Tim Spielman who recap the 2026 Minnesota DNR Roundtable held on Friday, Jan. 9 in Brooklyn Center. They break down one of the biggest topics to emerge from the event: the DNR's formal proposal for a 4-fish statewide walleye limit. Then Glen Schmitt, the man behind the Outdoor News fishing report, provides insight into how the ice-fishing season has gone so far, and he offers his opinion on rapidly evolving forward-facing sonar. Tim Lesmeister helps Drieslein wrap up the show with chatter on a host of topics including the latest CWD totals, the backlog of firearms safety training classes, wake boats, and a $3.2 million price tag for a single bluefin tuna in Japan. The post Episode 575 – MN DNR Roundtable, 4-fish walleye limit, Glen Schmitt on ice-fishing, techno-talk appeared first on Outdoor News.
Did you know that hunters can donate venison to local food banks? Protein is the most sought-after yet least donated food source at local food shelves. Ethan Neal, avid hunter and director at Second Harvest Heartland, shares how the Minnesota Hunter-Harvested Venison donation program works and how you can help make a difference. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), North Dakota Tourism (helloND.com/), Pleasureland RV (pleasurelandrv.com/), MN DNR (dnr.state.mn.us/cwd/index.html), Ebels Voyageur Houseboats (ebels.com/), & Sitka Gear (sitkagear.com/)
Trump promises to pause migration from 'Third World Countries' after D.C. shooting; Pilot program helps NC businesses grow beyond holiday season; New certificate program aims to transform end-of-life talks in NJ; Turkey hangover? MN DNR recommends a state park visit.
Trump promises to pause migration from 'Third World Countries' after D.C. shooting; Pilot program helps NC businesses grow beyond holiday season; New certificate program aims to transform end-of-life talks in NJ; Turkey hangover? MN DNR recommends a state park visit.
Audiologist and hunter Marc Musselman talks about hearing protection becoming the new "cool" and a new necessary piece of hunting gear. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), North Dakota Tourism (helloND.com/), Compeer Home (compeerhome.com), MN DNR (dnr.state.mn.us/cwd/index.html), Ebels Voyageur Houseboats (ebels.com/), & Sitka Gear (sitkagear.com/)
Turkey? Nope, let's go wild this Thanksgiving instead- Minnesota Style! Chef Andrew Zimmern and The Forager Chef, Alan Bergo, are coming to the table with some culinary adventures for the holiday season. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), North Dakota Tourism (helloND.com/), Compeer Home (compeerhome.com), MN DNR (dnr.state.mn.us/cwd/index.html), Ebels Voyageur Houseboats (ebels.com/), & Sitka Gear (sitkagear.com/)
Sitka establishes itself as a legacy outdoor brand in Minnesota. Bill sits down with Sitka employee and ambassador Mason Moore to talk about the company's growth and two new legacy shops in the Land of 10,000 Lakes. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), North Dakota Tourism (helloND.com/), Compeer Home (compeerhome.com), MN DNR (dnr.state.mn.us/cwd/index.html), Ebels Voyageur Houseboats (ebels.com/), & Sitka Gear (sitkagear.com/)
It's called Turn In Poachers. But what does that mean? And how does it work? Ron Schara answers that question on the next Minnesota Bound Podcast. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), North Dakota Tourism (helloND.com/), Compeer Home (compeerhome.com), MN DNR (dnr.state.mn.us/cwd/index.html), Ebels Voyageur Houseboats (ebels.com/), & Sitka Gear (sitkagear.com/)
A haunted turkey hunt? Believe it! We're swapping decoys for goosebumps as we share some of the spookiest encounters from America's eeriest hunting camps. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/), Compeer Home (compeerhome.com), MN DNR (dnr.state.mn.us/cwd/index.html), Pleasureland RV (pleasurelandrv.com/), & Sitka Gear (sitkagear.com/)
Bill Sherck goes to the source to find out just how good South Dakota's pheasant hunting season will be! Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/), Compeer Home (compeerhome.com), MN DNR (dnr.state.mn.us/cwd/index.html), Pleasureland RV (pleasurelandrv.com/), & Sitka Gear (sitkagear.com/)
Dr. Steve Windels, PhD, is a longtime wildlife biologist who has spent years studying moose, beavers, and the ecology of northern Minnesota and has taken stories from the outdoors to the comedy stage. Dr. Steve, now a stand-up comedian, joins Laura on the podcast to share his journey from the woods to the comedy stage. You can catch Dr. Steve Windels at The Doctors of Comedy show this Tuesday, Oct 21, at Sisyphus Brewery in Minneapolis. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/), Compeer Home (compeerhome.com), MN DNR (dnr.state.mn.us/cwd/index.html), Pleasureland RV (pleasurelandrv.com/), & Sitka Gear (sitkagear.com/)
The MIB Rangers, Pulsar Helium, MN DNR mining revenue miscalculations, why is Hakkem Jeffries leadership in jeopardy, the shutdown, Curtis Sliwa soundbite, MN AG Keith Ellison, the Rum River Dam, market indices, and how will SCOTUS respond to the Voting Rights Act...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Minnesota DNR Big Game Program Coordinator Paul Burr joins the show to talk about the state of the state of Minnesota whitetail deer and the upcoming hunt. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/), Compeer Home (compeerhome.com), MN DNR (dnr.state.mn.us/cwd/index.html), Pleasureland RV (pleasurelandrv.com/), & Sitka Gear (sitkagear.com/)
In this episode we speak to Nate Huck. He is a Migratory Bird Consultant for the MN DNR. Where do the ducks go in the winter? Then we speak to Sam Venjohn about hunting grouse near Ely MN!
Steve Carney explains why he's excited for some cooler weather next week. Then, MN DNR wildfire prevention specialist Karen Harrison joins Steve Thomson on the State Fair porch. And we hear a rundown of the first big college football scoreboard of the season.
MN DNR wildfire prevention specialist Karen Harrison joins Steve on the Fair porch to talk about the impacts of wildfires and how the public can help prevent them.
In this episode we are live from the Bob FM booth at the Minnesota State Fair. We talk to Karen Harrison. She is a Wildfire Prevention Specialist for the MN DNR. We also have Mike Wallace from Unreelminnsota. Its radio on a stick.
It's a full hour on the State Fair porch. Steve is joined by outdoorsman Steve Carney, Paul Ryan of Shanghai Henry's, Dustin Roemeling of the MN DNR, and State Trooper Troy Christianson.
MN DNR conservation officer Dustin Roemeling brings his new K9 partner, Cora, to our Fair porch. The officer discusses the program and how the K9 participants train for the position.
This week the fellas chat with Kamden from the MN DNR on topics like Lake Vermilion stocking, PIT tags, dietary studies and much more. We get very in depth with this one so don't miss out on it! https://sugsfishing.com/Another Benchwarmers quote that fits well with the fish puke study
Brian Schwingle, MN DNR forest health program coordinator, discusses how invasive species impact wildfires. The "Fire in MN forests" series is produced by Mark Jacobs.
The Minnesota DNR has set shore fishing opportunities as a priority for the agency. Jim Levitt, Shore Fishing Coordinator for the DNR shares what they are doing to make angling access easier for those without access to a boat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode Ryan Rothstein from the MN DNR and Outdoor News joins the show to talk about deer hunting and food plots. We also recap the Lake Minnetonka Crappie Contest and Mark's turkey hunt.
Ray Esboldt is a member of the Four Points Retriever Club and an avid NAHRA enthusiast. Mike & Ray sat down to discuss his experience going from a meat dog to appreciating the abilities and year round training opportunities or a NAHRA dog. Ray also speaks up about the recent purchase of Kelly Farms in Minnesota, what's different now, and shares more in-depth about the collaboration with the MN DNR to keep a portion of the newly named Keystone Woods WMA open to bird dog training throughout the summer months. Enjoy! This episode is brought to you by Ugly Dog Hunting Co. Shop now at UglyDogHunting.com.Music used under Creative Commons -Two Step Daisy Duke by Mr. Smith is licensed under an Attribution 4.0 International License.
Jay Brekke from Brekke Veterinary joins the show to offer advice on how to help our bird dogs grind through a rigorous hunting season and prepare for cold weather hunts ahead. Travis and Jay discuss the changing season ahead for bird hunters, hypothermia in dogs, tailgate checks, paw conditioning, mean seeds, dog food & supplements, and Jay's new telehealth service for hunting dogs called Altitude Sport Dog Health. We also share recent stories from the field to help you harvest more pheasants and quail in the coming weeks. www.brekkevet.com & www.altitudesportdoghealth.com Presented by: Walton's (https://www.waltons.com/) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) Aluma Trailers (https://www.alumaklm.com) Chief Upland (https://chiefupland.com/) Lucky Duck Premium Decoys (https://www.luckyduck.com/) Federal Premium Ammunition (https://www.federalpremium.com/) Sage and Braker (https://sageandbraker.com/) Hunt North Dakota (https://www.helloND.com/) & MN DNR (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/)
Scott Fransen, his wife (Jean), and their three daughters (Grace, Maddy, Hannah), sit down to share stories from their unforgettable family hunt, where youngest daughter, Hannah, goes on her first wild pheasant hunt in western Minnesota. The crew shares their favorite moments from the hunt, kicking Dad when he is down and out, the challenges of hunting wild pheasants, falling down, hen explosions at their feet and why this hunt is Scott's favorite of all time. Presented by: Walton's (https://www.waltons.com/) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) Aluma Trailers (https://www.alumaklm.com) Chief Upland (https://chiefupland.com/) Lucky Duck Premium Decoys (https://www.luckyduck.com/) Federal Premium Ammunition (https://www.federalpremium.com/) Sage and Braker (https://sageandbraker.com/) Hunt North Dakota (https://www.helloND.com/) & MN DNR (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/)