Wisconsin Sportsman - Sportsmen's Empire
145 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThe state of Wisconsin has a rich and storied outdoor heritage and provides a plethora of opportunities for those who love to hunt, fish, and recreate outdoors. The Wisconsin Sportsman podcast exists to celebrate and spread a passion for natural resources and outdoor recreation in the state of Wisconsin. On this podcast we will discuss all things outdoors in the Badger State, from hunting, fishing, and conservation, to camping, hiking, and involving the entire family in the outdoors. We’ll hear from renowned experts, average Joes, Wisconsin based outdoor businesses, and much more. Tune in as we explore all this great state has to offer.
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How Drought Changes Hunting & Habitat Strategy
July 25, 2023 09:00 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBOver 90% of the sate of Wisconsin is in the midst of a significant drought right now. In fact, much of the whitetail's range is in the midst of a drought. As deer hunters and habitat managers, how should we adapt? In this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast Josh talks with Sam Bilhorn of Whitetail Partners about strategies for overcoming drought conditions. Sam shares his steps for creating water holes, how his hunting strategy will shift, and how he's approaching his property a litt...
The Year of 500 Fish w/ Nathan Woelfel
July 18, 2023 09:00 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Nathan Woelfel about his new book, The Year of 500 Fish. Nathan Woelfel is a serious Wisconsin Sportsman. He does a little bit of everything, from fishing to upland and waterfowl hunting to deer hunting. If you can do it outside in Wisconsin, Nathan is all about it. But somewhere along the way, Nathan's relationship with fishing changed. His new book, The Year of 500 Fish: How I Rekindled my Love for Fishing is collection ...
Conservation, Access & Outdoor Recreation w/ the Ice Age Trail Alliance
July 11, 2023 09:00 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Melissa Pierick and Kevin Thusius from the Ice Age Trail Alliance. According to their website, the mission of the Ica Age Trail Alliance is to conserve, create, maintain, and promote the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. Visit iceagetrail.org to learn more. Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant outdoor content! Big thanks to our partners! TACTACAM Huntworth onX
Up Your Map Scouting Game for Big Bucks with Jacob Sklenar
June 27, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 92.7 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman, Josh talks with Jacob Sklenar about Jacob's approach to map scouting and how that's contributed to his success in the whitetail woods. Jacob is an engineer by trade, and this definitely shows in his approach to map scouting! He's organized, methodical, and has developed an approach that consistently puts him the the vicinity of big bucks. In this episode, Jacob breaks down his method for map scouting, his summer trail camera strategy, and how he ...
Driftless Fly Fishing Gear Essentials, Pt. 2
June 20, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 84.8 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Pierce Nelles of Good Chance Fly Fishing for part 2 of a discussion about essential gear for Driftless fly fishing. Tune in, gear up, and go catch some Driftless trout! Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant, outdoor content! Connect with Josh and The Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast on Instagram. Connect with the How to Hunt Deer Podcast on Instagram. Connect with Pierce and Good Chance Fly Fishin...
Gaining Hunting Permission on New Ground w John Roach
June 13, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBLet's face it, we all need to find access to more hunting land. Your grandma's back 40 could be sold by a family member that doesn't share your passion. One year, your cherished lease might not hold the deer or turkeys you're after. The geese may totally avoid that crop field you've had permission on for years and spend their mornings on the neighbor's field. That public piece you've put so many years into scouting could be gone overnight, sold off or leased up by private parties. Permission...
Summer Deer Scouting on Public Land w/ Aaron Warbritton
June 06, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBIt’s almost summer! It’s hot, the woods are thick, and the water is calling your name. But for the die-hard whitetail hunter, the work never stops. It’s time to get boots on the ground for some summer scouting! While fighting ticks, thick vegetation and a three-digit heat index may not sound like a lot of fun, summer scouting can set you up for success this fall, especially if you’re covering unfamiliar ground. In this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Aaron Warbr...
Turkey Hunting, Calling Tactics, & Decoy Strategy w Matt Streim of Weathered Oaks Games Calls
June 01, 2023 12:07 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBTurkey season is winding down, but it ain't over until it's over! In this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman, Josh talks turkey hunting, calling tactics, and decoy strategies w/ Matt Streim of Weathered Oaks Game Calls. Matt is a turkey hunting savage and has had an incredible 2023 Spring Turkey season. In this episode, he and Josh recap Matt's season, talk calling strategy for different scenarios, and even talk a little about decoy strategy. Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Networ...
Driftless Fly Fishing Gear Essentials
May 23, 2023 09:00 - 58 minutes - 53.4 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Pierce Nelles of Good Chance Fly Fishing about essential gear for Driftless fly fishing. The guys kick things off with a quick recap of the last couple weeks of Pierce's turkey season then move on into the topic at hand: Driftless fly fishing. There are lots of options when it comes to fly fishing gear, and much of it can seem financially out of reach for the newbie starting out. Josh and Pierce discuss the most important...
The Turkey Season that Almost Didn't Happen
May 16, 2023 09:00 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Pierce Nelles about how he recently scored on a double bearded WI gobbler. Pierce encountered a series of unfortunate events that led to him missing out on a few of the tags he was hoping to have for earlier in the turkey season. Needless to say, by the time Pierce's turkey season rolled around, he was chomping at the bit! After a couple of unsuccessful outings, Pierce made it happen on his first "real" turkey hunt of the ...
Opening Day Public Land Gobbler
May 09, 2023 09:00 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBWisconsin's turkey season is shaping up to be a good one and it's still going strong! Despite bad weather for the Period A opener, Josh was able to connect on a public land bird at 3 o'clock on opening day. Tune in to hear how scouting, knowledge of the land, pushing through bad weather, and making a new friend resulted in a successful hunt and a kill on film! Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant, outdoor content! Connect with Josh and The Wisconsin Sportsman ...
Josh's Snowy Day Iowa Longbeard
April 25, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh and Pierce discuss the ups, downs, and eventual success of Josh's recent Iowa turkey hunt. Josh had a Period A tag for Wisconsin this year, and as luck would have it, some season 2 tags in Iowa were available that just so happened to be good for April 14-18. So Josh scooped up an Iowa tag anticipating a pretty vanilla hunt in the land of the giants. But the hunt was totally not what Josh expected. Josh faced intense hunting pressur...
Wisconsin Sportsman - Self Filming Tips and Tactics for Turkey Season w/ Zoe Phillips of TACTACAM
April 19, 2023 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBAre you interested in filming your hunts so you can share your experiences with friends and family? If so, this is the episode for you! In this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Zoe Phillips of TACTACAM about how she got into the outdoors and TACTACAM's product lineup. They cover not only features of each camera in the TACTACAM lineup, but also soem tips and tricks for getting the most out of your self filming experience. Enjoy! Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Pod...
April Whitetail Checklist w/ Sam Bilhorn of Whitetail Partners
April 11, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBIt's April, and that means many outdoorsmen and women in Wisconsin have fishing and turkey hunting on the brain. But wait! Don't forget about those whitetail chores! April is a great month to wrap up some of the major projects on your deer hunting ground and get yourself in a great position to tag a mature buck next fall. But do you know how to capitalize on this time of year to better your deer hunting? In this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Sam Bilhorn about w...
Planning for Out-of-State Turkey Hunting & Whitetail Scouting Trips w Dan Johnson
April 04, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBJosh's turkey hunting road trip (dare we call it a Turkey Tour!?) begins in less than two weeks! Having added an Iowa tag to the list, Josh reached out to the host of the Nine Finger Chronicles Podcast Dan Johnson to talk about planning for out of state hunting trips and what to expect for Iowa. Dan is no stranger to out of state trips. Each year, Dan hunts a handful of states, including some longer trips out west. With his experience, Dan has a pretty dialed in approach to planning and pr...
Extend Your Turkey Season with Paul Campbell
March 28, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBTurkey hunters in the south are off to the races, chasing gobbling birds through the swamps and pines. Meanwhile, much of the rest of the country waits for the temps to finally warm and the last of the snow to melt, still a couple weeks away from thinking about turkey hunting. But what if there was a way for you to hunt turkeys RIGHT NOW, weeks before the season begins in your state? In this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Paul Campbell about extending your turke...
All Day Turkey Strategy w/ Jeremy Dersham of Ridge & River Running Outfitters
March 21, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 77.1 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman, Josh talks guiding hunts and turkey hunting strategy with Jeremy Dersham of Ridge & River Running Outfitters. Jeremy has been calling in turkeys for hunters since before he could hunt for himself. His passion for the outdoors and chasing wild game has led him to make a career of guiding hunters in highly successful hunts for waterfowl and turkey in Wisconsin. The guys cover a bunch of topics ranging from how Jeremy became a hunting guide, the best...
Tick Prevention with the Tick Terminator
March 16, 2023 05:39 - 56 minutes - 52.2 MBSpring is right around the corner, and with it, those vicious blood suckers that cause over half a million Americans to fall ill each year: ticks. No matter your favorite outdoor pursuit, ticks pose a significant problem. Fortunately, there are many things we can do to protect ourselves and our loved ones while in the field. In this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Brian Anderson, the Tick Terminator, about preventing ticks and avoiding tick-borne illness. Brian ...
Turkey Hunting North to South w Dylan Hazen
March 07, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Dylan Hazen about turkey hunting, learning from the best, and filming your hunts. Dylan is a Wisconsin native and long time hunter. Growing up primarily as a gun deer hunter, his passion pushed him to spend more time afield so he picked up a bow. That same passion has now led him to a career path where he has gotten the opportunity to film for and hunt with some of the best hunters in the country, including The Hunting Pub...
Scouting for Next Year's Buck Now w/Paul Annear
February 28, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 70 MBThe next two months are arguably the best time to get in some post-season scouting for whitetails. Antlers are dropping, snow is melting revealing even more sign from last fall, and the woods are as open as they'll be all year. These conditions create a real opportunity for whitetail hunters to maximize their time in the field. Couple these conditions with the fact that bumping deer this time of year will have no impact on your hunting next fall, and post-season scouting is a no brainer. ...
A Wild Turkey Conservation Success Story w/ Taylor Finger
February 21, 2023 18:05 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBWhile turkey hunters in many states ring their hands about the future of the wild turkey in their states, Wisconsin turkey hunters have a lot to be thankful for. Once extirpated from Wisconsin, the wild turkey is an incredible testament to the impact sound conservation practices and volunteer organizations like the National Wild Turkey Federation can have for the game animals we love. As a turkey hunter, it's important to understand where we are, where we cam from, and where we're going in t...
All About Bowfishing w Modified Outdoors
February 14, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 66 MBWhile many are consumed with winter sports and ice fishing, it's time we turn our eye toward spring! Every winter, there are a few fishermen who live for the ice paradise and relish every moment on the hard water. On the other hand, some can't wait for ice off. Count Hunter Engelman in the latter group. Hunter is an avid bowfisherman from Wisconsin and the owner of Modified Outdoors Bowfishing Charters. Hunter specializes in providing high-end bowfishing experiences for anglers of all exper...
February Whitetail Checklist
February 07, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBCue the slow, sad music. Whitetail season is officially over. With the 2022 season in the rear view, it's time to turn our attention to the fall of 2023 and think about how we can improve our deer hunting in the year ahead. In this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Sam Bilhorn of Whitetail Partners to discuss what you can be doing RIGHT NOW to make the fall of '23 your best hunting season yet. Sam and the crew at Whitetail Partners specialize in designing topnotch...
Western Adventures w/ Adam Kaufmann
January 24, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBHave you ever wondered what it would be like to head west for an entire fall? Chase salmon & caribou, hunt elk & mulies, and even spend some time guiding other hunters on their hunt of a lifetime? That's exactly what this week's guest did during the late summer and fall of 2022. In this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Adam Kaufmann of Free to Prowl Outdoors about his fall fishing, hunting, and guiding out west. Adam enjoyed no shortage of adventure, had a few hi...
Winter Fly Fishing for Driftless Trout
January 10, 2023 10:00 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBWhile many Wisconsin anglers are busy pulling fish through the ice, a select few are braving sketchy stream-side hikes and frozen rod guides in pursuit of Winter trout on the fly. For many, fly fishing conjures up images of big dry flies, foam terrestrials, and warm days. Winter fly fishing is a totally different game! In this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Pierce Nelles of Good Chance Fly Fishing about chasing winter trout with fly gear in the Driftless. Pierc...
2022 Year in Review
December 28, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh Raley and Pierce Nelles recap their year in the field and a few lessons learned along the way. The guys kick off the conversation by talking a bit about how Josh kicked off the year with some deer scouting and Pierce with a good bit of fishing. The guys quickly turn to their turkey seasons, and both of them had a great time and were even able to hunt together. Probably the highlight of the year for both Pierce and Josh was the 2022 a...
Ice Fishing 101 w/ Shawn Strehlow
December 20, 2022 10:00 - 56 minutes - 52.2 MBFor some, deer season is fading into the rearview (cue the weeping and gnashing of teeth). This means it’s time to branch out to a few new topics. Somehow, the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast has yet to cover the topic of ice fishing. Today, we fix that with an entire episode devoted to ice fishing! In this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Shawn Strehlow for a little ice fishing 101. The guys discuss the barebones essential gear for ice fishing, some of the higher end...
Does Your Hunting Property Need a Tune-Up?
December 13, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBDeer season is winding down for many if not most, and it's time to sit back and reflect on our season. Did you get the buck you were after? Did you see the deer numbers you thought you should be seeing? Did the deer use your property in predictable ways? Were you able to access your hunting locations without bumping deer? All of these questions may reveal that our season could have been better from a deer hunting perspective. So what if you're unhappy with how your season went? If that's you...
From the Vault: Find Late Season Bucks w/Alex Comstock
December 06, 2022 10:00 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBIt's December, and that means the late season is upon us! Late season can be TOUGH, but it can also be one of the best times of the year to tag a mature buck as they strap on the feedbag. While Josh hasn't had much luck in the late season, this week's guest, Alex Comstock of Whitetail DNA is no stranger to late season bucks! Tune in to hear about Alex's late season tactics and how he tagged his 2021 North Dakota monster! Connect with Alex on Instagram. Check out Alex's content here. Check...
Wisconsin Gun Season Success!
November 29, 2022 16:14 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBIt's hard to believe Wisconsin's gun deer season has come and gone! Whether the gun season brought you antlers for the wall, a freezer full of venison, or a bowl of tag soup, you were likely left wanting more. Well you're in luck! In this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with returning guests Ryan Ebert, Francis Sprecher, and Mitchell Patterson to hear how they each punched their buck tag during Wisconsin's gun deer season. While each of the guys had a really unique hu...
Wisconsin Gun Deer Opening Weekend
November 22, 2022 10:00 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBThe long-awaited 2022 Wisconsin gun deer opener has come and gone. Some folks saw a lot of success, while others were left scratching their heads. No matter how your weekend went, there's still time to get it done if you still have a tag in your pocket! This week on the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Matt Streim of Weathered Oaks Game Calls about the 2022 gun deer opener. The guys discuss the farm Matt hunts, some of the basics of Matt's gun hunting strategy, and how things ch...
2022 Public Land Rutcation Success Story
November 15, 2022 10:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBJosh's 2022 rutcation has come and gone, and it was certainly one for the books. Inclement weather, intense hunting pressure, and several dark-to-dark sits made this hunt an absolute grind. Despite the difficulties, the hunting was great and much was learned on this trip! In this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh recaps his 2022 rutcation with all the ups and downs, capped with a 140" public land brute. Tune in to hear the full story, complete with successes and failures, and...
Wisconsin Rut Hunting Update
November 08, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 74.7 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh Raley and Pierce Nelles share an update on their rut hunting so far. It's been a grind in Wisconsin for Josh. The weather has been brutal, the hunting pressure has been high, and the deer movement has been slow. But Josh has kept on grinding and has been able to get on deer pretty consistently. Pierce has also been grinding in southwestern Wisconsin, and his archery season might already be over... Tune in to hear an update on their rut...
First Archery Buck with Francis Sprecher
November 01, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Francis Sprecher of Wisconsin about Fracis' first ever archery buck, and man was it a good one! Francis has gun hunted quite a bit, but he's pretty new to archery hunting. Tune in to hear the story of how he overcame the learning curve, learned from his mistakes, and persevered to tag an absolute brute for his first archery buck. Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more awesome content! Big thanks to our...
Public Land Rutcation Plans & Strategy w/ Max
October 25, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 71.2 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with return guest Max Kulick about his upcoming rutcation plans and strategy. Max is a family man and avid outdoorsman in southern Wisconsin where he chases everything from squirrels to waterfowl to whitetails. Max and Josh are both taking rutcations this year right around the same time and will be hunting not too far apart from one another. So the guys talk a little about plans and strategy, how they both hope to work on being ...
A Big Buck Falls in Wisconsin with Jake Ohnesorge
October 18, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Jake Ohnesorge about Jake’s opening day success in Wisconsin. Jake is a former college and professional football player from Wisconsin. After hanging up the helmet and pads, Jake picked up a bow and has been hooked on bowhunting ever since. He began this season with a goal to take his biggest archery buck yet, and he succeeded right out of the gate! In this episode, the guys discuss Jake’s transition out of football into h...
October Whitetail Strategy with Sam Bilhorn
October 11, 2022 09:00 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with return guest Sam Bilhorn of Whitetail Partners about October hunting strategy, habitat improvement, and October cold fronts. Sam owns Whitetail Partners, a whitetail habitat and hunting consulting company focused on helping their client change their property for good. Sam shares his thoughts on changing deer behavior during October, how cold fronts influence deer movement and behavior, and what kind of habitat work you mig...
Archery Season Update - Did Pierce Pass on a Shooter?!
October 04, 2022 17:18 - 49 minutes - 45 MBWisconsin's archery deer season has been in for a couple of weeks now. Hunting is getting tougher as deer begin to shift to different food sources as well shift to thicker, more remote cover due to hunting pressure. In this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman podcast, Josh and Pierce recount their hunts so far this season, including their most recent hunt together at Pierce's place. Then the guys get into the important stuff, like whether Pierce should have shot the buck he passed last week. ...
Wisconsin Bear Hunting with Hounds
September 27, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with his good buddy Ryan Denu about his father’s recent bear hunt in northern Wisconsin. Ryan is an avid outdoorsman who’s been hunting since he was a kid. While Ryan’s primary targets are deer and pheasants, bear hunting has held a special place in his heart since he first had the opportunity to experience it several years ago. Ryan accompanied his father on what will likely be his father’s only Wisconsin bear hunt due to the ti...
Public Land Marsh Bucks and Making Memories w/ Greg Tubbs
September 23, 2022 09:00 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBIt is officially DEER SEASON in Wisco! To kick the season off right, Josh had Greg Tubbs of The Okayest Hunter on the show to talk abut Greg's podcast, hunting marsh bucks in southeast Wisconsin, and what hunting is REALLY all about. Greg and the rest of the Okayest Hunter crew have been preaching the okayest hunter gospel of "never pass," and that goes for whatever legal deer your after and, of course, making memories. You can learn more about The Okayest Hunter on their website. Connect ...
2022 Archery Season Plans, Products & Predictions
September 13, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBWisconsin's archery season opener is less than one week away! The time of year we've all been waiting on is finally here. Hopefully you're heading into the season feeling confident in your gear, mentally prepared, and with some actionable early season intel. There's a lot of good hunting ahead, so it's time to knock the dust off and make your last minute preparations! In this episode of the the Wisconsin Sportsman podcast, Josh catches up with his buddy Pierce Nelles of Good Chance Flyfish...
Capitalizing on Early Season Public Land Whitetails with Brian Dombrowski
September 06, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Brian Dombrowski of central Wisconsin about tagging big public land bucks in the early season. While many hunters are at home watching football and waiting for the whitetail action to heat up in late October, Brian is working hard in the timber and marshes to earn his bucks before the crowds hit the woods. Topics covered in this episode include how Brian keys in on the sign left by specific deer, how he uses mock scrapes fo...
Rules & Regs Refresh and a Day in the Life of a Conservation Warden with Matt Koshollek
August 30, 2022 09:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBWisconsin’s archery deer season is a little more than two weeks away! As you wrap up all your last minute prep, be sure to make brushing up on the rules and regulations a normal part of your preseason ritual. Every year, outdoorsmen receive warnings and citations for issues that could have been easily avoided. Toward that end, this week’s guest is Matt Koshollek, Conservation Warden for Dane County in Southern Wisconsin. Matt is a lifelong outdoorsman and spends much of his time enjoying th...
Hunting Elk in...Wisconsin!?
August 23, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 69.5 MBThe state of Wisconsin offers an absolute plethora of opportunities for the outdoorsman. From hiking to fishing to hunting all sorts of critters, the options are vast! But did you know you can hunt elk in Wisconsin? Every year, a lucky few are fortunate enough to draw tags for Wisconsin’s small but growing elk herd, offering a rare opportunity to hunt these animals east of the Mississippi River for Wisconsin residents. But how did they get here? And what’s next for the herd? In this episode...
Last Minute Whitetail Prep for Public and Private Land
August 16, 2022 09:00 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBWisconsin’s archery opener is fast approaching! Are you ready? It’s really easy to get behind on the work that makes for an enjoyable, successful deer season. If you’re behind, don’t fret! There’s still a few more weeks, and this episode is going to help point you in the right direction. In this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Sam Bilhorn of Whitetail Partners about last minute season prep. Sam shares what deer hunters, those on both public and private land, sho...
2022 Wisconsin Waterfowl Hunting Forecast and Waterfowl Hunters Expo
August 09, 2022 09:00 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman, Josh talks with Bruce Ross and Todd Schaller of the Wisconsin Waterfowl Association about the 2022 waterfowl season and the Waterfowl Hunters Expo. The Wisconsin Water Fowl Association is a 501(c)(3)membership-based, non-profit organization acting exclusively in Wisconsin. Their mission is to work to further restoration and conservation of Wisconsin’s waterfowl and wetland resources, the implementation of education programs for Wisconsin youth tha...
Share Your Hunt
August 02, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh talks with Rob Nally and Rudy Nunez of TACTACAM about point of view and cellular trail cameras. Rob and Rudy are avid outdoorsmen who prioritize time afield each fall and have a passion for sharing their hunts with others. Rob hunts mostly out east, and Rudy hunts mostly out west, so between the two, they’ve got the nation covered! Beyond just being outdoorsman, Rob and Rudy are a wealth of knowledge when it comes to TACTACAM’s product...
Becoming a Wisconsin Sportsman with Alex Gramovot
July 26, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman podcast, Josh talks with Alex Gramovot, a native Floridian, Wisconsin transplant, and an all around Wisconsin sportsman. Alex grew up in Florida and didn’t hunt early in life. Since moving to Wisconsin, he has come to love all things outdoors in this great state. Alex is the epitome of an opportunistic outdoorsman, doing a little bit of everything Wisconsin has to offer. Josh and Alex discuss Alex’s transition from non hunter to hunter, Alex’s outdo...
Smallies, Truck Camping, and Alaska with Adam Kaufmann of Free to Prowl
July 19, 2022 09:00 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman podcast, Josh is joined by Adam Kaufmann of Free to Prowl Outdoors to talk small mouth bass fishing. Adam is an avid outdoorsman who recently made some pretty huge lifestyle changes in order to live a life of adventure that many of us will only dream about. In this episode, the guys discuss Adam's truck camping setup, his upcoming trip to Alaska, and how to get on big smallies. You can find more from Adam on his website, YouTube page, Facebook an...
Wisconsin Sportsman - BS Session and Big Woods bucks with Mitchell Shirk of the Pennsylvania Woodsman Podcast
July 12, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBIn this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, Josh catches up with Mitchell Shirk, host of the Pennsylvania Woodsman podcast, for a great bs session. Mitch is a great guy, devoted husband and father, he loves the Lord, and the dude eats, sleeps, and breathes whitetails. In this episode, Josh and Mitch cover lots of different topics like how Mitch got into hunting, why big woods hunting continues to draw Mitch in a little more every year, and how Mitch was able to capitalize on a 170” ...