Mike Avery's Outdoor Magazine
792 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 101 ratingsOutdoor Magazine is Michigan's premier outdoor radio show. The three hour program is hosted by veteran outdoor broadcaster Mike Avery. Each week Mike talks with outdoor experts and industry leaders about the latest techniques, strategies and equipment, as well as the latest hunting and fishing news. Avery also has tips and suggestions on where to go and how to get the most from your next outdoor experience.
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August 3-Hour 3
August 04, 2019 22:00 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBWe’re talking bear hunting in the final hour this week with outdoor writer and hunting expert Richard P. Smith. Richard talks about hunting the UP’s third season, why baiting is a great tool to harvest a black bear and the challenges of judging bears in the field. Wild game chef Dave Minar wraps it all up for us. This time he has a very nice goose recipe.
July 27-Hour 1
July 28, 2019 22:10 - 48 minutes - 34.5 MBLance Valentine of Walleye 101 is my first guest this week. Lance talks to me from Saginaw Bay as he’s running a charter. Valentine says the walleye fishery on the inner bay is holding up well this summer and has some great tips to maximize your catch. Then Tom Campbell of Woods-n-Waternews wraps up the hour. Tom has details on their August edition and also looks ahead to the big Outdoor Weekend coming up in September. I want to thank Costa Sunglasses for helping to make this podcast pos...
July 27-Hour 2
July 28, 2019 22:05 - 48 minutes - 34.5 MBWe’re getting ready for bow season in the second hour with Paul Penix of Jay’s Sporting Goods. Paul is the manager of the archery department in Jay’s Clare Store. He talks about what’s hot for the upcoming season and reminds archers not to wait till the last minute to tune up their shooting skills. Amy Trotter from the Michigan United Conservation Clubs is up next. Amy talks about outdoor related issues coming out of Lansing and Washington, including the Restoring America’s Wildlife Act.
July 27-Hour 3
July 28, 2019 22:00 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MB“Whitetail Whisperer” John Eberhart is my guest in the final hour this week. John describes his process for hunting heavily pressured deer. John did his post season prep last spring and he says if you’re scouting now….you’re too late. We wrap it all up with wild game chef Dave Minar. This week Dave has a very nice salmon recipe.
July 20-Hour 1
July 21, 2019 22:48 - 48 minutes - 34.5 MBChad Stewart, the Big Game Specialist for the Michigan DNR, joins me to talk about the latest on CWD and deer hunting regulations. He explains why the Lower Peninsula bait ban wasn’t lifted, why APR’s are being tried in a CWD zone, the date change for the Liberty hunt and more I want to thank Costa Sunglasses for helping to make this podcast possible. Founded over 35 years ago by fishermen who wanted to stay on the water longer, Costa Sunglasses are engineered to help people across all p...
July 20-Hour 2
July 21, 2019 22:37 - 48 minutes - 34.5 MBThen, in Hour 2 Jim Felgenauer from the St. Clair Chapter of Sturgeon for Tomorrow describes the thrill of catching a giant sturgeon from the St. Clair River. He says the season is just getting started and the fishing will get better as we get closer to fall. Jeff Poet is up next. Jeff is with the Michigan Wildlife Council and has an update on the “Here for Generations” campaign to promote hunting and fishing in Michigan. Mark Dupuie, owner of Apex Marine, wraps up the hour. Mark talks t...
July 20-Hour 3
July 21, 2019 22:31 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBThe final hour of this week’s show features UP bear hunter Charlie Grove. Charlie runs hounds and recently lost one of his best dogs to a wolf attack. He describes that experience, and previous encounters with wolves. Wild game chef Dave Minar wraps it all up once again. This time he has an interesting venison recipe to help you clean out the freezer and get ready for the upcoming season.
July 13-Hour 1
July 14, 2019 22:05 - 48 minutes - 34.5 MBWe start out talking about “phonescoping”. That’s the process of using a spotting scope or binoculars with your cell phone to take still pictures and video. Tom Spisz of Vanguard Outdoors has the details. Then, extreme long range shooter Paul Phillips talks about winning the “King of 2 Mile” competition. I want to thank Costa Sunglasses for helping to make this podcast possible. Founded over 35 years ago by fishermen who wanted to stay on the water longer, Costa Sunglasses are engineer...
July 13-Hour 2
July 14, 2019 22:02 - 48 minutes - 34.5 MBWhitetails are the opening topic in Hour 2 as I talk with John Ozoga. John is a retired Michigan DNR biologist who spent many years researching deer in the UP. John says there are some real threats facing that northern herd…and deer hunting in general. Then, MUCC‘s new “On the Water” coordinator, Emma Nehan, joins me to talk about that program.
July 13-Hour 3
July 14, 2019 22:00 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBWe’re talking about hunting dogs in the third hour this week with Mike Thorman of the Michigan Hunting Dog Federation. Mike talks about the perception some people have of hunters who use hounds to chase coyotes and bear. We wrap it all up with Chef Dave Minar. This time he has a very nice walleye recipe.
July 6-Hour 1
July 07, 2019 22:02 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBBob Ransom of Primal Treestands is my first guest this week. Bob has been an innovator in the treestand and ground blind market for many years. He talks about what to look for in a stand….and gives us a glimpse of what their new blinds could look like. Then captain Paul Schlafley of Riverside Charters in Manistee has a Lake Michigan fishing report. Paul says his clients have been catching some nice king salmon lately. I want to thank Costa Sunglasses for helping to make this podcast...
July 6-Hour 2
July 07, 2019 22:01 - 48 minutes - 34.5 MBWe’re talking about suppressors in the second hour of the show with Jason Couturier of Jay’s Sporting Goods. Jason describes the process of getting a silencer and what to look for when buying a “can” for your gun. Then Karen Cleveland of the Michigan DNR talks about a couple of games the department is working on to encourage kids to get outdoors.
July 6-Hour 3
July 07, 2019 22:00 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBOutdoor photography is the topic in the final hour this week with Craig Watson of Craig Watson Photography. He talks about what makes a good image and how to use your cell phone camera to capture memories of your hunting and fishing adventures. We wrap it all up with Chef Dave Minar. This time Dave has a very nice walleye recipe.
June 29-Hour 1
June 30, 2019 22:02 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBWe’re wrapping up the month with some interesting guests and topics. First, Ron St. Louis of Northern Wilderness Bear Outfitters talks about his bear hunting operation in White River Ontario. Ron says he still has a few openings for this fall’s season. Then, Tom Campbell of Woods-n-Waternews joins me with a look at their July edition.
June 29-Hour 2
June 30, 2019 22:01 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBHour two kicks off with John Roby of Chasin Tail Charters in Mackinaw City (CharterFishingMackinaw.com). John talks about trolling for trout and salmon at the “Tip of the Mitt”. Amy Trotter of MUCC is up next. Amy has details of their recent annual convention and takes a look at some of the resolutions passed there.
June 29-Hour 3
June 30, 2019 22:00 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBFishing is the topic in Hour 3 this week as fisheries biologist and tournament Angler Ali Shakoor joins me. Ali describes how science can play a role in fishing, details of some of his recent research….and also another top ten finish on walleye tournament trail. Wild Game Chef Dave Minar wraps it all up with a very nice salmon recipe.
June 22-Hour 1
June 23, 2019 20:47 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBWe start out this week talking about CWD and how it’s affecting a Montcalm County family. Scott Hand tells the story of finding a CWD positive doe on the family farm last fall. Now he says there are two more deer acting suspicious. The DNR has authorized him to take those deer out for testing. Then, Tom Campbell of Woods-n-Waternews describes how he learned of a video that shows a fox attacking a fawn. That video got more than a million views.
June 22-Hour 2
June 23, 2019 20:47 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBHour 2 kicks off with Mike Hoadley of Michigan based Hunters Niche Archery. Mike talks about the appeal of traditional archery and announces a special commemorative bow package. Next, Jeff Poet of the Michigan Wildlife Council has an update on the “Here for Generations” campaign. The hour wraps up with Chad Merrihew from Security Credit Union. Chad has details of a new partnership with Angler Qwest Boats to offer special financing packages on those Michigan made boats.
June 22-Hour 3
June 23, 2019 20:46 - 48 minutes - 34.5 MBThe final hour features Nick Percy from Killer Food Plots. Nick says the cool, we weather has extended the window for planting food plots. He has some great advice on how to get started We wrap it all up with Chef Dave Minar. This week Dave has a very nice lake trout recipe.
June 15-Hour 1
June 16, 2019 22:10 - 48 minutes - 36.1 MBIt’s a fishing theme this week on Outdoor Magazine Radio. First, long time charter captain Dave Kimar joins me to talk about a great freshwater fishing adventure…..chasing lake trout on Lake Superior’s Stannard Rock. You can book a trip on Dave’s website….KimarsCharters.com. I want to thank Costa Sunglasses for helping to make this podcast possible. Founded over 35 years ago by fishermen who wanted to stay on the water longer, Costa Sunglasses are engineered to help people across al...
June 15-Hour 2
June 16, 2019 22:05 - 46 minutes - 35.2 MBWe continue to talk fishing in the second hour as we head south to Lake St. Clair to chase muskies with Don Miller. Don says the muskie action is just heating up and the best fishing can be found in the next six weeks. Check out Don’s website to schedule a trip. We take a quick break from talking fishing as Nick Green from MUCC joins me. Nick has a preview of their upcoming annual convention in Houghton Lake. Then Steve Thomas from Overdrive Outdoors talks about summertime coyote h...
June 15-Hour 3
June 16, 2019 22:00 - 48 minutes - 36.3 MBWe jump back to the fishing theme in Hour 3 with outdoor writer and fishing guide Dave Rose of WildFishing.com. Dave talks about the summertime fishing opportunities in Northern Michigan. We wrap it all up with wild game chef Dave Minar and another great recipe. I want to thank Costa Sunglasses for helping to make this podcast possible. Founded over 35 years ago by fishermen who wanted to stay on the water longer, Costa Sunglasses are engineered to help people across all pursuits ma...
June 8-Hour 1
June 09, 2019 22:10 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBBowfishing is the opening topic this week as I talk with Steve Winters of the Bowfishing Association of Michigan. Then, Keil Jorgenson of Woods-n-Waternews talks about their upcoming Outdoor Weekend in Imlay City.
June 8-Hour 2
June 09, 2019 22:05 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBThe second hour kicks off with Eric Long of Long Line Charters. Eric talks about the great fishing opportunities in Southeast Michigan. Holly Vaughn of the Michigan DNR is up next. Holly tells us about their Wetland Wonders Project. The hour wraps up with Nick Green from MUCC. He has details on the status of proposed commercial fishing regulations.
June 8-Hour 3
June 09, 2019 22:00 - 46 minutes - 33.8 MBMichigan’s “Mr. Walleye”, Mark Martin joins me in Hour 3. Mark talks about his recent fishing adventures in the Keweenaw Peninsula and also the walleye bite on Lake St. Clair. Wild game chef Dave Minar wraps it all up with a great walleye recipe.
June 1-Hour 1
June 02, 2019 22:10 - 48 minutes - 34.5 MBWe kick off the new month with some interesting guests and topics. First, Drew YoungeDyke from the National Wildlife Federation joins me to talk about some positive action in the war on asian carp. We also discuss wildlife management and the concept of trust in professional wildlife managers. Then, Brad Dupuie of Angler Qwest boats checks in. Brad says the fishing has been good….and sales of his fishing tritoon are strong. I want to thank Costa Sunglasses for helping to make this pod...
June 1-Hour 2
June 02, 2019 22:05 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBHour 2 of this week's show features Paul Phillips. Paul is one of the best extreme longe range shooters in the world. He talks about the growth of the sport and their plans to shoot at a distance of four miles. You can learn more at Paul’s website Global Precision Group. I want to thank Costa Sunglasses for helping to make this podcast possible. Founded over 35 years ago by fishermen who wanted to stay on the water longer, Costa Sunglasses are engineered to help people across all pursui...
June 1-Hour 3
June 02, 2019 22:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBWe continue the shooting conversation on Hour 3 of this week’s show as I talk with Ben Frank of Winchester. Ben describes their new 350 Legend cartridge and why it could be a good choice for Michigan deer hunters. Next, Michigan DNR wildlife biologist James Miller talks about why it’s never a good idea to pick up a whitetail fawn. We wrap it all up with wild game chef Dave Minar. Dave has another great recipe and we talk about the upcoming “Wednesday Night Live” at Dave’s restaurant. I...
May 25-Hour 1
May 27, 2019 14:08 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBOutdoor writer and former Charter Captain Mike Gnatkowski is my first guest this week. Mike tells the story of leaving his home state of Michigan to move west and work for a big outdoor retailer. Mike talks about the hunting and fishing opportunities in the west, and why he decided to move back to the Great Lakes State. Then, Michigan’s Meteorologist, Mark Torregreossa joins me to talk about the changing weather patterns and Great Lakes water levels.
May 25-Hour 2
May 27, 2019 14:01 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBHour 2 kicks off with Tom Nelson of The American Archer TV show. Tom talks about how he got started in the world of outdoor television, why he loves bowhunting and his passion for the Pope and Young Club. MUCC Executive Director Amy Trotter is up next. She has details of the recent Michigan Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus meeting and also an update on proposed commercial fishing legislation. Matt Pedigo from the Michigan Wildlife Council wraps up the hour with an update on th...
May 25-Hour 3
May 27, 2019 13:55 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBRetired Coast Guardsman and current Charter Captain Joe Marion is featured in Hour 3 this week. Joe talks about the fishing on Lake Michigan so far this season and has some great advice to stay safe on the water. Chef Dave Minar wraps it all up. This week he has a very nice turkey recipe.
May 18-Hour 1
May 19, 2019 22:10 - 47 minutes - 34.6 MBWe’re talking about Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in the opening hour of this week’s show. Michigan DNR wildlife biologist Ashley Autenreith joins me with details of their proposed changes to Michigan deer hunting regulations for this fall. I want to thank Costa Sunglasses for helping to make this podcast possible. Founded over 35 years ago by fishermen who wanted to stay on the water longer, Costa Sunglasses are engineered to help people across all pursuits make the most of their time...
May 18-Hour 2
May 19, 2019 22:07 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBHour two features Mark Romanack of Fishing 411 TV. Mark talks about the challenges of producing a TV Fishing show and some of his favorite types of fishing. The hour wraps up with Paul Pirone of Versaskins. Versaskins is a unique clothing system that allows hunters to change their camouflage pattern without buying an expensive new coat and pants. I want to thank Costa Sunglasses for helping to make this podcast possible. Founded over 35 years ago by fishermen who wanted to stay on th...
May 18-Hour 3
May 19, 2019 22:00 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBOutdoor writer and expert hunter Richard P. Smith kicks off the final hour this week. Richard talks about what he perceives as a misconception that baiting spreads CWD. To prove his point, he’s produced a video that shows the interaction of deer…even without bait. You can see that on his facebook page. The show wraps up with wild game chef Dixie Dave Minar. He doesn’t have a recipe this week. Instead, we shoot the breeze about an upcoming “Wednesday Night Live” at his restaurant. I...
May 11-Hour 1
May 12, 2019 22:10 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBI kick off the show talking about my recent Captain’s Class with Great Lakes Charter Training. It’s an intensive, nine day class designed to provide students with their Charter License. I enjoyed the class and learned a lot. My instructor, Capt. John Littlefield, did a great job in making some tough subjects easier to understand. Capt. John Littlefield Explains Charting Then, the “Tick Terminator”, Brian Anderson joins me to talk about preventing Lyme Disease caused by tick bites. You ...
May 11-Hour 2
May 12, 2019 22:05 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBHour two features Drew YoungeDyke of the National Wildlife Federation. Drew talks about the latest in the battle against Asian Carp. He says we can still stop that invasive species…..but time is running out. Then MUCC Executive Director, Amy Trotter joins me to talk about the latest on CWD, baiting and the challenge of retaining hunter numbers.
May 11-Hour 3
May 12, 2019 22:00 - 47 minutes - 34 MBHour 3 kicks off with “The Sturgeon General”, Brenda Archambo. Brenda started the Sturgeon for Tomorrow group more than twenty years ago with a goal of protecting the prehistoric fish. Brenda talks about the springtime sturgeon spawning run and their “Sturgeon Guarding” program. We wrap it all up with Chef Dixie Dave Minar. This time Dave has a very nice trout recipe for small stream brookies and brown trout.
May 5-Hour 1
May 06, 2019 00:26 - 48 minutes - 34.6 MBLots of fishing talk this week on Outdoor Magazine Radio. First, Captain Paul Schlafley of Riverside Charters in Manistee joins me to talk about the springtime steelhead run and early season trolling action on the Big Lake. Then, Jason Wolverton of the Forward Corporation has details on how to win a fishing trip with Paul, just by shopping at a Forward Convenience store. I want to thank Costa Sunglasses for helping to make this podcast possible. Founded over 35 years ago by fishe...
May 5-Hour 2
May 06, 2019 00:21 - 48 minutes - 34.6 MB"Chairman of the Boards”, Bruce DeShano of Off Shore Tackle kicks off the second hour. Bruce describes how he started the company and where it is today. DeShano also talks about trolling, and why it’s such an effective way to catch fish. Emily Sewell from the Michigan DNR is up next. Emily reminds hunters that TB is still a problem in the North East Michigan deer herd and talks about a voluntary program to increase monitoring for the disease. I want to thank Costa Sunglasses for helping...
May 5-Hour 3
May 06, 2019 00:17 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBAvid fisherman Dave Mull is featured in the final hour of the show. Dave tells the story of how his boat took water over the transom and went to the bottom of Lake Michigan while he was fishing for salmon a few years ago. Mull says he learned from that situation and has great advice on how other anglers can stay safe. We wrap it all up with Chef Dixie Dave Minar. This time Dave has another very nice recipe. I want to thank Costa Sunglasses for helping to make this podcast pos...
April 6 Hour 2
April 07, 2019 22:05 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBHour two features Michigan native Tim Buechle. Tim sold all his earthly possessions and moved to Alaska to become a trapper and hunting guide. He has some interesting insight into the outdoor experience there, compared to back in Michigan. You can see Tim on the trap line in this video…. Dr. Kim Signs of the Michigan Department of Health is up next. She tells the story of a boy who was bitten by a bat and got rabies. Dr. Signs says it’s easy to protect your family from that disease...
April 6 Hour 3
April 07, 2019 22:00 - 46 minutes - 33.7 MBTurkey hunting is the topic in the final hour this week as I talk with Kevin Sharron of Jay’s Sporting Goods. Kevin describes the different types of turkey guns, choke tubes and shotgun loads. He also takes us through the process of patterning a turkey gun. We wrap it up once again with Chef Dixie Dave Minar. This week Dave has a very nice coho recipe.