Bent N Ballistic Outdoors: Recent Episodes
Mike McKnight
Mike McKnight, Mark Zorich - West Coast Long Range
Subjects Discussed: Potential New Gin Legislation;Bipartisan Senate Proposal, Red Flag Laws,Losing the Right of Due Process;Tactical Sniper Training;Tuning Up for Hunting Early;Common Mistakes with Long Range;Competition Long Range Shooting;Tuning Up Equipment;Adding a Muzzle Break;The Evolution of Hunting Rifles;Fitting Your Rifle;Understanding Ballistics;Understanding Optics;Understanding Parallax;MOA or Mil.
Mike McKnight, Tom Patti Candidate for US Congress
Subjects Discussed: Crappies have become a business;$100K Crappie Tournaments;Crappie Tours;Taking a friend fishing for slabs;Border Issues with Public Land;Fentanyl;Washingtons Ruling Class;2A;Opportunities to Reach Across the Aisle;Energy Issues;Homeless Pollution to the Ecosystem. Subscribe on your favorite podcast app and never miss an episode!
Mike McKnight, Tom Patti Candidate for Congress CA-9, James Smith California Dawn Sportfishing
Subjects Discussed: The Trouble with Bears,Making Your Own Firearms,I Got Engaged,CA Delta,Sea Lions,Homeless Pollution,Forest Management,Common Sense,Reaching Across the Aisle,Maritime Superstitions,Ceremonies to Rename a Boat,No Bananas or Redheads On Board,Cal Dawn II,Creature Conforts,Matching SoCal Fishing Boats.
Mike McKnight, Lucas Hoge Country Artist/Hoge Wild TV, Billy Nicholas Venice Fishing Lodge, Shawn Parr Country Music Radio Personality, Ken Hoge, Wayne Kotow CCA CA
Subjects Discussed: On the road from Venice Louisiana, Season 3 Hoge Wild TV,Bowfishing from an airboat,Redfishing in the Bayous,Shawn the Golden Boy,Miss Kimmy,the Dacquiri Bar,favorite episodes from the first two seasons,Dad caught crabs,possibly stranded at Catalina,Wayne Southern CA Oil Spill,Container Ship Pollution,CARB and the latest.
Mike McKnight, Dr. Alan Taylor Penn State University, Ashley Watson Angler-Hunter-Fire Survivor
Subjects Discussed: The disparity between ecologists views, forest thinning and treatment, the role of NGOs, the most destructive CA fires have been in the last 15 years, how areas may tend to burn the same, getting sick on a party boat, female repo truck drivers, having a cabin in the of a fire, trying to save and bug out before a fire arrives.
Mike McKnight, Dr. Alan Taylor Penn State University, Ashley Watson Angler-Hunter-Fire Survivor
Subjects Discussed: The disparity between ecologists views, forest thinning and treatment, the role of NGOs, the most destructive CA fires have been in the last 15 years, how areas may tend to burn the same, getting sick on a party boat, female repo truck drivers, having a cabin in the of a fire, trying to save and bug out before a fire arrives.
Mike McKnight, Dr. Alan Taylor Penn State University, Ashley Watson Angler-Hunter-Fire Survivor
Subjects Discussed: The disparity between ecologists views, forest thinning and treatment, the role of NGOs, the most destructive CA fires have been in the last 15 years, how areas may tend to burn the same, getting sick on a party boat, female repo truck drivers, having a cabin in the of a fire, trying to save and bug out before a fire arrives. Finding your cabin still standing. Subscribe on iTunes or your favorite App!
Mike McKnight, Ken Franke Pres of Sportfishing Assoc of CA, Clara "Crazy Clara" Ricabal
Subjects Discussed; Podcast Poaching; CARB rule proposal for diesel emissions from party boats; how it could affect private boats as well; Female salt water anglers; getting evacuated from a wildfire; dating in the fishing world; fighting over gear; having a heart attack in your 40's; Cuban Food; Cubans don't have tortillas; a burgeoning Cuban Revolution.
Mike McKnight, Jen Benedet CDFW R3 Coordinator, Robbie Dunham Koke Machine Guide Service
Subjects Discussed: The end of the CCW Renewal Saga, How I almost torpedoed it, The difficulties of obtaining or renewing a CCW in the future, lots of new anglers and hunters during COVID, Will it be sustainable post COVID, Hunter Education post COVID, The saturation of new guides and Six Packs, How much are apps helping to put more people in the wild. having a new boat built from the keel up. The red hot boat market.
Mike McKnight, Bryan Lynn Sportsmens Alliance
Subjects Discussed: The flurry of new legislation with the new administration; the Bear Problem in CA; Pitbull vs Bear; HR127; Psych Evaluations for firearms owners; Gun Rights; National Gun Registry; Psych Evals for CCW; Do you beat your wife; Do you like flowers; Beaver Trapping in Oregon in danger; Dog Breeders in Texas; Buy a CA Bear Tag.
Mike McKnight, Mark Oliva NSSF
Subjects discussed; The spike in hunting and fishing license sales, the NRA files for Chapter 11 and leaves NY for Texas, No SHOT Show for 2021, the demand for brass on all levels, reloads are in short supply too, almost 7 million first time gun buyers in 2020, dry fire training augmenting range trips, the deplatforming of Parler and firearms websites, the Social Media oligarchy clamping down on sportsmen and women on social media.
Mike McKnight, Jen "The Archer" Cordaro
Subjects Discussed: The new Administration is already planning gun rights changes; Applying for or renewing a CCW in the Rona Era; the "Featureless" issue; Planning childbirth around hunting or fishing seasons; taking a newborn fishing at 2 weeks; Hunting at 6 weeks; The challenge of Maternity Camo options; No shooting after 12 weeks in utero; Road Hunting, California Plates in other states; The role of the partner or husband in rearing a child outdoors; Unboxing the A400 in 20 ga; How many shotguns do you need?
Mike McKnight, Jon Rosenfield - Senior Scientist SF Baykeeper
Subjects Discussed: My attempt at public office. The proliferation of water borne data centers. Alameda rejected one but one has shown up at the Port of Stockton, CA and there are more planned not only on the Delta in Northern California but around the world. Once through cooling systems adding heat to already distressed waterways plus other impacts to water and wetlands. Microsoft testing submerged data centers. Changes in Social Media for the show.
Mike McKnight, Jon Rosenfield - Senior Scientist SF Baykeeper
Subjects Discussed: My attempt at public office. The proliferation of water borne data centers. Alameda rejected one but one has shown up at the Port of Stockton, CA and there are more planned not only on the Delta in Northern California but around the world. Once through cooling systems adding heat to already distressed waterways plus other impacts to water and wetlands. Microsoft testing submerged data centers. Changes in Social Media for the show.
Mike McKnight, Mike Gravert-Intimidator Sportfishing
Subjects Discussed:Too Hot to Bowhunt,Headed to Louisiana for Redfish,Recap of Hoge Wild Catalina Episode,AB3030 Fight Continues,Running a 6 Pack in the COVID Era,Fish Running from Toxins,Harmful Algal Blooms in the US,Delta Striper Health, Homeless Dumping,Alaska is a Ghost Town,Panfish An Overlooked Fishery,More People Vocal on Water Quality,Living on a Houseboat. Plus the Great American Outdoors Act Is it all that. Maybe not
Mike McKnight, Aimee Russell, Lucas Hoge
Subjects Discussed: Responding to criticisms of TWAW Episode on Social Media, Aimee popped in to chat since she went to work for Fisherman's Warehouse,Poofy Grundens,The Grumpy Old Men Incident,Managing a Tackle Store During COVID,Civil Unrest Scares,Aimee Didn't Have the Rona,Unruly Customers,Proper Mask Wearing,Reservations for Yosemite,Shortages of Tackle,Sharkin,The Long Awaited Hoge Wild TV Lobster Episode,Blowing an Engine,Shooting Season 2
Mike McKnight, Cherie Sintes-Glover TWAW Mother Lode
Subjects discussed: Boat & PWC and ATV sales during COVID,Women driving gun sales in almost every state,women seeking training for new reasons,Millennial women,Training with other women as opposed to men,Women increase CCW applications,Shotgun training for women,The McCloskey Situation,Situational Awareness for women,Rural vs Suburban,Accessories for women,Sacramento is the largest US Chapter,Hunter Safety together,#notme,Dry Firing
Mike McKnight, Jason Chung & John Martinez from Outdoor Sportsman
Subjects discussed: Buying a license to use state lands,Independence Day frustration release,What drives you to the outdoors,Gun counter traffic during COVID and protests,Being the face of DOJ, The resurgence of ARs,Shortages on ammo,The Prop 63 debacle,DOJ Delays,CDC Range Restrictions,Used gun market,Collector guns,Movies and guns,Die Hard IS a Christmas Movie,The Dirty Harry Gun,The Beretta 92,The John Wick Safe,Lever Actions are back.
Mike McKnight, Wayne Kotow, Coastal Conservation Assoc-CA, Aoibheann Cline, Congressional Sportmen's Foundation
Subjects discussed; Premiere of Hoge Wild TV,tackle shortages are happening,AB3030 CA,Similarities to MLPA,Hypocrisy of not having Sportmen on FGC,Is it 30% or an aditional 30 on top of that?,MLPA 2.0, States US and International Programs,Variation in State Initiatives,Sportsmen are the best stewards,Oppose until ammended. Stay connected on Social @BNBOutdoors on FB and IG and www.bentballistic.com
Mike McKnight, Jordan Pinasco, Cyrill Derreumaux
Subjects Discussed: COVID Masks and your CCW, Jordan Pinasco talks about his first season moving to the front of the boat on the WWBT, Getting Tournaments back after COVID, He and his wife both being on the front lines, Cyril Derreumaux Endurance Athlete on living in Arkansas right from France, Paddling Hawaii, The Yukon, CA to Hawaii and most recently the Sacramento River from Shasta to Golden Gate.
Mike McKnight, Glenn Chedaris Big Red Worm Company
Subjects Discussed: The Mystery of the Nevada Big Game tag system, Idaho Non Resident Changes, the elusive California Elk Tag, What Will Hunting with Outfitters Look Like This Year, Lack of Direction for Outfitters and Fishing Guides, Bait Shops in Crisis for Live and Packaged Baits, The Doomsday Clock, China's Effect on Gear, Unemployment Effect on Fishing Industry.
Mike McKnight, Mark Grupe - Mark Grupe Outdoors
Subjects discussed; Mike & Mark the new radio morning show,dog training, when to introduce a collar,when to introduce a collar to a pup,almost getting stranded in Argentina on a hunt,hunting during the Rona,hog hunting,Thin Green Line pilot,Coyotes,changes in the Pacific Flyway changes,the challenges of Outdoors Media,Snitches,guides getting back to normal, offending Creedmoor shooters. Subscribe today on your favorite podcast app!
Mike McKnight, Brian Lynn-Sportmen's Alliance, Jim Hendricks-Saltwater Sportsman Magazine,Don Meidinger-MYDINGR'S BBQ
Subjects Discussed:CA Prop 63 Ruling,Government Overrreach on Fishing Closures,Encountering Barney Fife Officers,CV Affecting Hunting and Fishing Worldwide,CV Affecting Conservation Efforts,San Diego Beaches open but not ramps,Jim's Lobzilla,Santa Rosa Halibut,Deepdrop Swordfishing,Mydingr's Sauces and Shakes for Wild Game and Domestic.
Mike McKnight, MD Johnson Freelance Writer/Angler/Hunter
Subjects discussed,Wuhan CV closures and restrictions,Social Media rumor mill, the FGC debacle, total shutdowns vs. agency closures,Spring Turkey,You should be Crappie fishing,West vs. South vs. MidWest,Professional Crappie Tournaments,Ed Legan,Clear Lake Crappie,eyes or no eyes,scents,favorite rigs,braid or no braid,100K Crappie Tournament,going old school.
Show Notes: Game & Fish Mag
Mike McKnight, Dr. Robert Garry Tulane University, Dr. Krysten Schuler Cornell University
Subjects discussed: SARS Cov2 is natural not lab created;bats can't infect by themselves;can this be a recurring virus:canine and avian CoV;similarities of SARS CoV2 and CWD;can CWD jump the species barrier and has it already;lack of CWD testing;recommendations to Congress:eating CWD infected meat;testing of a live animal for CWD. Stay connected on FB & IG @bnboutdoors
Mike McKnight, Brad Stout
This episode we talk about winter Crappie hunting, turkey scouting,Nevada tags,certifying record fish,carrying certified scales, state vs world records,origins of SARS-CoV 2, SARS-CoV, Avian Flu,wildlife trade in China,wet markets,calls to shut them down,how it jumped the species barrier,Chinese Wildlife Act,wildlife farming,blackmarket wildlife trade.
Mike McKnight, Nugget the Dog, Michael Jurad Mountain Man Outfitters
In this episode I do some podcasting from the boat. Doing some Striper scouting with my dog on the San Joaquin River. WTF actually happened at the Fish and Game Commission meeting? Why are all of our commissioners politicians and environmentalists with no skin in the game? I got called a trophy hunter on social media. Michael Jurad joins me to talk about the Nevada game tag system. Advantages of applying with a guide. Distribution of game in Nevada. Illegal ATV use. Stay connected on FB & IG @bnboutdoors
Mike McKnight
In this episode I talk about getting attacked on social media for not sharing enough information, spot burning is still a thing, how much information do you share, outdoors shows on terrestrial radio are almost dead, the Outdoor Elitist, the Outdoors Industry is racist too, many bloggers refused to come on and back up their claims, calling BS on it all, Outdoor Industry Assoc says half of Americans don't recreate outside, the battle with the screen. Subscribe on your favorite app and stay connected on FB & IG @bnboutdoors
Mike McKnight, Brian Brooks - Idaho Wildlife Federation
This episode we talk my escape from CA, Idaho public land access issues,Wilks Brothers,Frank Church Wilderness,River of No Return,Trespass laws and penalties,legislation to prevent landowners blocking access,easements and right of ways,elk numbers,extreme back country ability. Subscribe on your favorite podcast app and follow on FB and IG @bnboutdoors
Mike McKnight, Kip Adams Director of Conservation QDMA, James Stone NorCal Guides and Sportsmens Association
This episode we talk finishing duck season, crappie jigs,QDMA’s 2019 was busiest ever, hot button deer issues moving into 2020,politicians reluctance to deal with CWD,bleach stops CWD prions,UNSPAWNED,hatchery salmon not being allowed to spawn,salmon being collected and sold for profit funded by taxpayers in at least 3 states,HSRG is it corrupt? We as anglers are not profiting but out of state processors are.
QDMA fights in All 50 States, HSRG, NCGASA
Mike McKnight, Amy Terra, Aliscia Andrews Candidate for Congress VA10
Battleground Virginia, Aliscia Andrews is a Republican candidate for Virginia's 10th District. She's Pro 2A in the middle of all that weirdness of what is happening at the state level. She's a former Marine and she wants to take her skills to Congress. Amy Terra sits in after a long break and talks about her adventures as a female angler. She talks about her Pro 2A values as well as public access issues. Plus don't burn a spot on social media.
Mike McKnight, Amy Terra, Aliscia Andrews Candidate for Congress VA10
Battleground Virginia, Aliscia Andrews is a Republican candidate for Virginia's 10th District. She's Pro 2A in the middle of all that weirdness of what is happening at the state level. She's a former Marine and she wants to take her skills to Congress. Amy Terra sits in after a long break and talks about her adventures as a female angler. She talks about her Pro 2A values as well as public access issues. Plus don't burn a spot on social media.
Mike McKnight, Richie Hight - Paulina Peak Tackle, Brian Lynn-Sportsmen's Alliance
Subjects discussed; Choosing a scope; Handling & Refreezing Crab;DIY Dog Training; Obedience; When to start Bird Training; Field Trials; Electronic Collars; Big Game Hunting; Kokanee Salmon Fishing; New Paulina Peak Tackle; ANTIs update from Sportmen's Alliance; ANTIs doxxing someone for removing a bear; Cats running in prides; More Gray Wolf Introductions. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or your favorite app! Stay connected on FB & IG @bnboutdoors
Paulina Peak Tackle, Sportsmen's Alliance
Mike McKnight, Vince Borges - Phenix Rods
In this episode Vince becomes a new human chew toy for my dog. We also talk about throwing logs for Stripers in the West Delta. Conditions necessary to do it, gear recommendations, baits, water temps, straightened hooks. Plus Vince's lobster trip, the upcoming show season, what's new for Phenix in 2020. Plus I talk about Virginia the 2A battleground state, militias forming there and many other states. How gun control laws affect your ability to hunt.
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Mike McKnight, Denny Behrens
The ANTIs never stop. In this episode I talk with the Colorado Stop the Wolf Coalition. Wolf activists are trying to get a reintroduction initiative for Wolves on the Colorado ballot. What does this mean for public lands hunting in Colorado if this passes and what it means for other states. Also the Feds animal SWAT team known as Wildlife Services. Why you've never heard of it. Neoprene hunting gloves and is there one caliber for all? Stay connected on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast outlet.
Stop the Wolf, Wildlife Services
Mike McKnight, Mike Nielsen Tahoe Topliners Guide Service, Derek Orner National Marine Fisheries.
In this episode we discuss; my new puppy co-host, puppy farts vs dog farts; Pacific Flyway Ducks; Tahoe Cutthroat plant; management with existing species; Fallen Leaf Lake; D3-6 Deer; predators; Sierra Wolves; West Coast Crab, whale entanglements, new crab pot technology. Stay up to date and subscribe on Apple & Google Podcasts or Spotify. Connect with us on Facebook & Instagram @bnboutdoors
Show notes: Tahoe Cutthroats, New Crab Pot Tech
Mike McKnight, Aimee Russell, Billy Driessen, Lucas Hoge
On this episode we talk about Aimee's fire evac, the joys and sorrows of dogs, would Aimee write me a ticket, Billy getting smacked in the face with a huge lure, Fukushima Hands, Catalina Recap with Lucas Hoge, Hoge Wild TV, swag you can win from Lucas and his sponsors, a California fires rant, Man Made Crisis. Stay connected on Facebook and IG @bnboutdoors and on Twitter @bentnballistic
Show Notes Links: Hoge Wild TV
Mike McKnight, Bub Tosh SDG Marine Angler
One of the most colorful guys in Bass Fishing. A 2018 US Open Winner. Not to mention a ton of West Coast wins. We talk Paycheck Baits; Bub's childhood which is pretty colorful too. "You Are What You Do, Not What You Say You Do." Going Back to Back; SDG Marine; Bub's video series; punching; Bub's future podcast and more. Stay connected on Apple, Google and wherever podcasts are available. Also at www.bentnballistic.com
Show notes links: Bub Tosh Social, SDG Marine
Mike McKnight talks with Brad Stout of EpicTrout.com as well as Mike Christensen and Britney Waldman of Outdoor Mentors.
Subjects discussed: Pyramid Lake Opener;Adult onset hunting;stories of Brad's first deer and being so excited he threw up;mentoring on his first three big game animals;first antelope;brown trout hunting;having 24 Browns over 10lbs;Outdoor Mentors & Big Brothers-Big Sisters;transitioning HS clay shooters to hunters; Cast 4 Kids Delta Event; New BNBO Boat Wrap
Show Notes Links: Epic Trout, Outdoor Mentors
Mike McKnight, Joe Hobbs CDFW, Michael Collins U of Wisconsin Madison
This episode we talk about a forgotten and almost extinct subspecies the Tule Elk. Joe Hobbs is the former CA Elk and Pronghorn Coordinator. We talk about the history of the Tule Elk; native range; isolation issues; hunting tags; genetics challenges; current numbers; Pt Reyes herd; cattle ranchers; public land success. Plus Michael Collins of the University of Wisconsin at Madison talks about Johne's Disease which possibly affects one herd. What it is and how to spot it; similarities to CWD.
Show Notes Links: Culling Pt Reyes, Michael Collins-Johne's Disease
Mike McKnight, Scott Leysath, Erin McBride
In this episode The Sporting Chef makes a return appearance to talk fall game recipes. The trend of wild game cookbooks. Shooting Texas hogs from a golf cart at night. Blistered Beaver Tail. The Dead Meat show is coming back. Hunting wild cows in Hawaii. Making mergansers taste good. The simplistic approach. River Salmon vs Ocean Salmon. Erin and I talk about our experiences and tell a few stories from the Conception dive boat. Erin was part of a CA Lobster record on that boat. The boat was called a "Compliant Fire Trap". Plus news about the 30th Annual World Championship Abalone Cookoff which will be a BNBO Event in 2020.
Show Notes Links: The Sporting Chef, Conception Dive Boat
Mike McKnight, Kristi Miller-Saunders, with Fisheries and Oceans Canada Pacific
In this episode we cover CA banning fur trapping for sport and trade. We also take a deep dive into the issues of declining salmon populations not only on the West Coast of North America but around the world. Kristi is a CA girl who is a scientist but has a sense of humor and we discuss the Strategic Salmon Health Initiative in depth. What is being done to minimize salmon mortality and infectious disease which plays a major role. Observations of cultured fish (both in hatcheries and aquaculture). Plus a lot of lame hunting and fishing laws from around the country.
Show Notes Links: SSHI
Mike McKnight, Aimee Russell, Chris Evola
In this episode Aimee and I talk about why we are lawyered up. Completely different reasons but still affecting our abilities to hunt and fish. I got arrested for going fishing. Being on the other side of gun laws and what it's like. Chris Evola of Sick For It Guide Service checks in after scoring August velvet in the CA heat. Plus we talk about Harmful Algal Blooms and how it can affect you in salt and fresh water. Why are we seeing them and where.
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Mike McKnight, Dylan Saunders, Combat Veteran and Pro Staffer for SHWAT.com
In this episode we talk about the potential for Traumatic Brain Injury from shooting;Dylan's experiences in teh military that led to his TBI;how TBIs can happen for the average shooter or hunter; signs and symptoms;re-evaluating using high pressure cartridges when not needed;how to avoid problems at the range;hunters in Alaska using smaller cartridges;supressors as safety;military and pro sports working together.
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Show Notes Links: SHWAT, TBI Signs
Mike McKnight, Aimee Russell, John Nores LT CDFW Ret
John Nores of Hidden War is back! We talk about Aimee's broken fingers and how it happened, Aimee's quest to be a CDFW Warden,what a F&W Academy is all about, MET Team weapons, Aimee in Camo and Tac gear, John's hog hunt and Axis hunt being filmed, Hidden War's message nationwide,Texas Special Ops,what John saw and heard at NRA National Meeting,John's podcast appearances since he was last here, Wild Justice Stories, North Woods Law, Thin Green Line, reeling with your weak arm, Mike snapped a rod, long range game shots.
Axial Precision, V Knives,
Mike McKnight, Jim Williams - Montana Fish & Wildlife & Parks, Author of Path of the Puma
In this episode we cover; recent meetings in CA regarding Feral Human Encampments and the impacts on waterways and the environment; listener messages, Jim Williams and his new book Path of the Puma;his story as a CA kid; the success story that lions have rebounded to historic levels, reclaiming land once inhabited; should hunting be a part of management; grizzly bear monitoring; are lions at carrying capacity like other species; plus what is going on with the NRA;is an implosion underway;the attempt to reform it from the inside;the lies about a coup;what do we do now for 2A rights/
Jim Williams Book, NRA Issues
Mike McKnight, Jim Shockey, Naturalist, outfitter, TV Producer and Host of Jim Shockey's Hunting Adventures and UNCHARTED on Outdoor Channel.
In this episode we answer more listener messages, talk about the new upgrades to the studio and the new sound, the feeling about wanting to fill the freezer the closer we get to fall, Catalina trip update, Jim's golf game and lamenting 4 double bogeys in a round, golf as exercise for big game hunting, Jim's show UNCHARTED and a trip to Mozambique for Crocodiles, a girl gets killed by a Croc while they were there, Jim goes unfiltered after a Grizzly attack last fall, are there to many Grizzlies in the Yukon?, should the Grizzlies be reintroduced more in the 48, changing management, Jim's Cougar attack last fall, Cougar management, Jim's Hand of Man Museum in BC, should you carry fishing or camping, a fatal camping invasion, misinformation about where you can carry, carrying while hunting, Mike's recent CCW incident. Jim Shockey, Hand of Man Museum
Mike McKnight, Chris Smith-Pacific Dream/ Happy Hooker Sportfishing, James Smith-California Dawn Sportfishing
In this episode we talk about; hunting and fishing trips this fall and planning ahead. New listeners binge listening from Ep 1. The state of the Halibut fishery in Northern Ca. How the Smith Family got their start in the Bay Area charter business. Brotherly and nephew rivalry between boats. Ethical charter operations, giving a halibut a "haircut", Chris' Facebook Live videos. Chris' recent video demonstrating how the "haircut" is done to possibly keep undersize fish, charters taking a lot of 2 year salmon, the current striper and black bass controversy. A San Diego Tuna Boat runs aground, plus the latest on the new ammo regs,
Pacific Dream https://www.facebook.com/pacificdreamsportfishing/
Happy Hooker http://happyhookersportfishing.com/index.php
California Dawn https://www.californiadawn.com/
CRPA https://crpa.org/
Mike McKnight, Aimee Russell, Christian Ostrander Bass Angler, Gavin Harbour Co-Owner/Operator Pacific Queen in San Diego.
In this episode we talk about Aimee wanting to be a game warden, her one trout fishing trip for the year. Her cousin Christian Ostrander a young bass angler comes in to talk to us about his goals as a bass angler. His experience leading a tournament and losing out at the very end on winning a new Ranger boat. Plus how bass fishing may be the way a lot of post millennials are becoming interested in the outdoors. We also talk to Gavin Harbour, Captain of the Pacific Queen in San Diego. Blue and Yellowfin Tuna. Plus how he became one of the youngest 100 ton licensed captains on the West Coast chasing tuna. Plus we get into the CA DOJ trying to enact "Emergency" legislation to prevent you from buying guns and ammo on 7/1/19 when the new ammo law takes effect. Also what non lead I shoot and why.
Contact Gavin at https://www.pacific-queen.com/ for some great tuna action. The CA DOJ Slimy 2A infringement https://www.guns.com/news/2019/06/21/californians-thrown-curve-ball-on-eve-of-new-ammo-control
Mike McKnight, Lt John Nores, CDFW (ret) and author of War In The Woods and Hidden War
In this episode: Recap of the CA Fish & Game WRC meeting. The inaccuracies of the Coalition for Sustainable Delta. What we have to do before 8/7 meeting. Plus we continue our discussion of Hidden War. Situational Awareness while hunting or fishing. John's decision to be a warden. The reason Wild Justice ended at three seasons. Deer for Meth. What other states are doing about grows on public lands.
Mike McKnight, Lt John Nores, CDFW (ret) and author of War In The Woods and Hidden War
In this episode we talk John's new book and the war that is being fought for our public lands. The cartels are growing marijuana in at least half the country and making meth in the entire country on the same lands we hunt and fish. Not only is it an environmental threat but a public safety threat. What is being done at the local, state and Federal levels.
Mike McKnight, Leland Brown, Non Lead Education Coordinator for the Oregon Zoo, Chris Parish of the Peregrine Fund.
In this episode we get into the second half of this interview covering non lead ammo education and the final phase of AB 711 which takes effect 7/1/19. More ballistics. Less meat loss in animals. More on CDC human lead consumption. How non lead could appeal to new hunters. Cost of available non lead ammo. Left Coast Bias. Range ammo can still have lead. Voluntary participation vs. Regulation. More available research.
Mike McKnight, Leland Brown, Non Lead Education Coordinator for the Oregon Zoo, Chris Parish of the Peregrine Fund.
In this episode we take a deep dive into the benefits of Non Lead Ammo. The final phase of the CA Non Lead Ammo Law for Hunting taking effect July 1. Why more states are going non lead voluntarily. Ballistics of lead vs. copper. More research besides the Condor. The main reasons hunters oppose non lead. Being an ethical hunter and conservation. Plus some non lead fishing tackle practices too.
Mike McKnight, Aimee Russell, James Stone of NorCal Guides & Sportsmen's Association
In this episode we talk about recent developments in the war on Stripers. The CA Fish & Game Commission meeting Jun 12th, Stripers & Black Bass species are to blame for Salmon decline. Plus I pull the curtain back on what is really doing on, which is Big Ag and Metro Water trying to remove any obstacles to unfettered access to the Delta. We stand to lose fisheries and millions in local and state income.
Mike McKnight, Aimee Russell, Marcia Brownlee Artemis Program Manager, Erin McBride M2 Wines
In this episode we cover, CA possibly being the last state to "Ice Out" this year, Artemis from the National Wildlife Federation, Women in conservation as well as hunting and angling, mentoring women, are women better at conservation than men, a recap of the of the World Champion Abalone Cookoff, next year is scheduled, plus are public lands really public? Not for everyone in one state.
Mike McKnight, Aimee Russell, Jen "The Archer" Cordaro
In this episode: How "The Archer" happened, adult onset hunters and anglers, outdoors mentoring, Bring A Kid Campaign, death threats for teaching kids to hunt, 2A, being prepared in the back country, Jen's book projects, Aimee gets her salt fix, she kicks her brother's ass on Salt, Aimee's Walk of Shame, Jen, Mike and Aimee all having birthdays this month, Aimee's Cast 4 Kids Birthday Fundraiser.
Mike McKnight, Aimee Russell, Brian McCombie Freelance Writer for Outdoor Life, NRA, Range365, SHWAT and a hunter.
In this episode we talk about cats dying of poisoning; Air Rifle Hunting; I took my first turkey with an Air Rifle; more states allowing Air Rifles for big game; ethics of Air Rifle Hunting; not Ralphie's Red Ryder anymore; selecting the right round and caliber of Air Rifles; Air Rifle Associations; Air Rifles by major brands.
Mike McKnight, Aimee Russell, Michael "Sharky" Marquez of Out Cast Charters and Monsta Fishin Apparel
In this episode we talk about the strategy or luck of getting hunting tags; Michael "Sharky" Marquez' quick rise to success as a Texas fishing guide and owner of an apparel company at 23; Texas shark fishing; flounder;animal rights groups in Texas vs CA; how Aimee became a Monsta Prostaffer. Plus wildlife and outdoors headlines; wearing pink instead of orange.
Mike McKnight, Aimee Russell, Erin McBride from M2 Winery
In this episode we talk about the World Championship Abalone Cook Off. the history of the cook off, CA Abalone Shutdown, Wine Pairings, Abalone Farms, conditions that affect Abalone taste, Abalone Recipes, Abalone Cook Teams, Great White Sharks, Pacific Ocean conditions, possibly years before we ever see Sport Abalone season again. Plus Mike talks about what the latest the ANTIs are up to and some wins against the crazy politics of the ANTIs.
Mike McKnight and Aimee Russell talk with Jen Benedet, CA R3 Coordinator. Also Striper Guide Billy Driessen
In this episode Jen Benedet of CDFW talks to us about the California R3 plan and the challenges we face here in implementing it effectively. I talk with Aimee about a technical and presentation issues with podcasts. Plus one of her sponsors is coming on soon to talk Texas fishing. We also get into female centric hunting and angling competitions. Women that pose with fish and other game in very little clothing. Billy Driessen calls in with his near cat attack while turkey hunting.
Mike McKnight, Aimee Russell, Amy Terra and Nancy Black.
If fishing and the outdoors is your therapy this is the episode for you. Mike and Aimee/Amy talk about how fishing and the outdoors are the mental therapy. Aimee Russell fished to cope with personal tragedy. Amy Terra uses fly fishing to cope with coming back from life threatening health issues. Then Nancy Black from Monterey Bay Whale watch joins us to talk bout the endangered Southern Resident Orcas that turned up suddenly in Monterey this week.
Mike McKnight, Aimee Russell and Joe Slaton Grand Slam and Royal Turkey Slam holder and Turkey Calling Grand Champion.
In this episode Aimee and I talk about Fishing Slams or Hat Tricks. Country Singer Lucas Hoge is filming Lobstering with us on Catalina in the Fall. Joe Slaton and I talk Spring Turkey tactics; adding more call tools to your arsenal; Grand Slams: Royal Slams and World Slams. Plus I talk about a turkey hunter threatened by Keith Olbermann of ESPN and another turkey break in.
Mike McKnight and Aimee Russell. Kirsten Black and Samantha Pedder of Council to Advance Hunting and Shooting Sports.
In this episode Aimee and I talk about Aimee's ways of coping with not being able to fish by going shooting. Then I discuss my experience taking a UTAH Non Resident CCW Class. Plus new T-Shirts came in. Then Mike talks with Kirsten and Samantha about the nuts and bolts of R3 and how you can get involved in your state. Then I talk about the homeless and how it's getting worse for our wildlife and us!
This week we are joined by Country Music Singer Songwriter and TV Personality Lucas Hoge. Lucas is also an ambassador for Cabela's/Bass Pro Shops as well as Southwest Airlines and GSM Outdoors. We talk about his career. Hunting and fishing growing up. New music and his new Hoge Wild TV show coming later this year. Plus he talks about touring with the troops overseas and how dangerous things are still. Plus we play one of Lucas' new songs.
In this episode Mike and Aimee recount Mike's latest run and gun hog hunt. Kevin Vella of NWTF and NWTF California comes in studio to recap the NWTF Convention in Nashville. Plus talk about the latest on NWTF and NWTF California. Plus Kevin reveals he's gonna be a dad right before turkey season! Also a big reveal on next week's guest
This episode Aimee Russell got Trophy Striper Guide Billy Driessen from Orland, California talking monster Striped Bass fishing as well as some revealing info about what he did prior to guiding. Plus Aimee and I talk about my latest pheasant trip and things we've forgotten going fishing.
In this episode I talk about my process in finding a gun dog. Plus Aimee Russell, Female Angler and Prostaffer joins be for her first full episode. We talk talk about the Banana on a Fishing Boat myth. Capt. Chris Smith of Happy Hooker Sportfishing joined us for this as well as talking about his new boat for this spring. Plus Aimie and I talk about poachers, wild turkeys and people doing stupid things with wild animals.
So much going on I had to do two episodes this week. With another government shutdown looming how does that avvect you and me as the sportsman. Maybe more than you realize. Dr. Steve Williams of the Wildlife Management Institute talks about that. Plus big public land vote this week and I have a story to illustrate why we can't just do nothing.
This week we talk the politics of the outdoors and how we and our way of life are constantly under attack by the "Anti's". Brian Lynn and Bruce Tague from the Sportsmen's Alliance talk hot button issues of hunting and fishing and maybe correct some misinformation of things you may have seen on social media.
In this episode I am joined by the always entertaining Jeremiah Doughty - From Field To Plate. We talk football, common processing mistakes, great recipes for your wild game. Deer and Elk to Ducks and Turkey to Doves and hogs. We cover it all. Plus I talk about what we all hate to think about, losing a motor while fishing. It happened on a recent bass trip.
In this episode I talk about female Conceal Carry numbers are on the rise. Plus resources for women wanting to Conceal Carry and SHOT Show
Guests: Mark Oliva-National Shooting Sports Foundation, Julianna Crowder-Founder & Robyn Sandoval-Executive Director of A Girl & A Gun, Aimee Russell-Female Angler and Prostaffer
In this episode I talk to a number of professional educators that have managed to incorporate hunting, fishing and the outdoors into the curriculum. Not as an off campus club but as an actual elective class. don't look now but one school actually is talking about guns in school and it's not an active shooter drill.
Guests: Joel Foster, Superintendent. North Butler and Clarksville Schools in Iowa. Autumn Funk, Superintendent and Principal as well as Bob Edmunds of Castle Rock Elementary School in California
Guests: James Stone, Elite Sportsman Guide Service, President of the NGASA. Casey McLean, Executive Director and Veterinary Nurse of SR3 Sealife Response. Dr. Brian Riddell, President and CEO of Pacific Salmon Foundation.
Subjects Discussed: James' is now on a Salmon Sub Panel of the PFMC to advocate for inland CA Salmon issues. Casey talks about the recent increase in Sea Lion shootings in Seattle. Dr. Riddell talks about Salmon, Sea Lions and Orcas in the NW Washington and BC areas. Specifically the possible extinction of Souther Resident Killer Whales.
Guests: Ryan Mosely Fisheries Biologist with the Utah DWR.
Subjects Discussed: Mike talks about the signing of a marketing company for the show and changes to the show coming in the spring. Also, Mike talks about a rescue he was involved in at the coast which resulted in a surprise. Mike and Ryan talk about Flaming Gorge and the Burbot and the BurbotBash. As well as the overall health of Kokes and Lake Trout in the fishery.
Guests: Dr. Richard Wahle, Director of the Lobster Institute at the University of Maine Darling Research Center. Dave Rudie Owner and Founder of Catalina Offshore Products in San Diego.
Topics Discussed: What else Lobster and more. Mike recounts his latest Lobster trip to Catalina. Dr. Wahle talks Lobster 101 and the American or Maine Lobster and issues affecting them. Dave Rudie gives equal time to the California Spiny Lobster. Both discuss issues with each species as well as the tariff situation. Dave also talks about Urchins and Uni Sushi.
Mike McKnight talks with Suzanne Roy of the American Wild Horse Campaign.
Subjects Discussed: Mike talks about Northern California Fall River Salmon. Ocean vs. River caught. Mike also talks about his history with horses as a kid and teenager and does a summary of wild horses in North America. Then Mike and Suzanne talk about the Devil's Garden Plateau in North Eastern CA and the Federal roundup to reduce the population. Why the population isn't managed better to avoid horses being sold for slaughter.
Guest: Dr. Tracy Nichols is a molecular biologist in the Management of Ungulate Disease and Damage project formerly at the NWRC. Her research interests include transmission of chronic wasting disease (CWD), prion biology, role of the environment and environmental constituents in CWD spread, and evaluation of ante-mortem testing for CWD.
Subjects Discussed; Chronic Wasting Disease in a variety of Deer, Elk and Moose. What the current state of research is telling us regarding the development and spread of the disease. Plus the NATIONAL CALL TO ACTION by a number of researchers and officials. Plus Bovine Tuberculosis in deer in Michigan.
Guests: Dr. Bob Gresswell emeritus research biologist and affiliate assistant professor in the Department of Ecology at Montana State University. Also a research biologist for the USGS at the Northern Rocky Mountain Science Center
Topics Discussed: The near extinction of the Yellowstone Cutthroat Trout. The suppression and removal of invasive Lake Trout. The rebound and future of Cutthroats in Yellowstone and the ecosystem.
Guests: Jeremiah Pierce, Jolene Begley, Kevin Vella from NWTF/ Carter Crary from Malibu Divers
Topics Discussed: Jeremiah started a new local NWTF chapter right here in Northern CA Central Valley. NWTF Regional Director Jolene Begley talks recruiting and programs. NWTF District Biologist Kevin Vella talks habitat restoration.
Carter Crary of Malibu Divers talks about hunting Spiny Lobster on Calatina Island, Channel Islands, San Diego and Malibu.
Guests; Thomas Coyne of Coyne Survival Schools. Mark Wiza former Tahoe fishing guide and high country adventurer
Topics Discussed: Basic Survival skills you need to master before a hike or a hunt. Debunking Survival TV Shows. High country packing and fishing.
Guests: John Masden USDA Weed Research & Information UC Davis, Michael Birch FLW Tournament Angler/Delta Advocate NCGASA Delta Anglers Coalition.
Subjects discussed: Herbicides like Glyphosate being used in the CA Delta as well as Sonar. It it killing fish and causing Algal Blooms. Florida Algal Blooms and Red Tides. The WIIN Act is behind it all killing the Delta.
Guests: Dr. Alan Taylor, professor of Geography and Associate in the Earth and Environmental Systems Institute at Penn State. Rich Gordon CA Forestry Association. Peter Tira PIO From CA Dept, of Fish & Wildlife, Assemblyman Jim Wood D-Santa Rosa. Subjects Discussed: Mike talks about changes to the podcast coming now that he is out of terrestrial radio. CA Salmon Season. CA and the West are burning to the ground. Suppression of wildfires has us in the position we are in of big intense fires. Better management of wild lands to minimize intensity of fires. Recovery after wild fires.
Allison Collins, Principal of Outdoor Education for San Joaquin Office of Education. She talks about Science Camp and other programs for the county and how California is really a leader in Science Camp Programs. Plus Mike gives you a primer for those that have kids getting ready to go to camp as a camper and a counselor. Jim Horton of Four Js Guide Service covering a number of subjects from his camp experiences to the Alaska trip recap and being the Co Angler in an FLW tournament.
Allison Collins, Principal of Outdoor Education for San Joaquin Office of Education. She talks about Science Camp and other programs for teh county and how California is really a leader in Science Camp Programs. Plus Mike gives you a primer for those that have kids getting ready to go to camp as a camper and a counselor. Jim Horton of Four Js Guide Service covering a number of subjects from his camp experiences to the Alaska trip recap and being the Co Angler in an FLW tournament.
Peter Moyle is Distinguished Professor Emeritus in the Department of Wildlife, Fish and Conservation Biology and associate director of the Center for Watershed Sciences, UC Davis. He talks about the Striper being and indicator species not a villain. The rest of the CA coast opens for Salmon this weekend. John McManus, President of the Golden Gate Salmon Association with an outlook on the season and their efforts for the future.
Are California Sea Lions at a stage of critical mass population wise? I think they are at capacity or even beyond. Justin Viezbicke NOAA Fisheries CA Stranding Coordinator www.noaa.gov, Shawn Clements Senior Policy Advisor for Oregon Fish & Wildlife www.dfw.state.or.us/ and US Rep. Jaime Herrera-Beutler, R-WA www.herrerabeutler.house.gov/ all on this episode to talk about Sea Lion issues. Rep. Herrera has introduced HR2038 as an ammendment to the Marine Mammal Protection Act to aid Washington, Oregon and Idaho from having several runs of fish facing extinction.
It appears Facebook is helping to traffic in threatened and endangered species. Stephen Kohn of Kohn, Kohn & Colopinto LLC in Washington, D.C. and the Executive Director of The National Whistleblower Center www.whistleblowers.org As well as Gretchen Peters of CINTOC, the Center on Illicit Networks and Transnational Organized Crime www.cintoc.org talk about Facebook and it's hand in and profiting from the ad sales on wildlife trafficking pages and groups.
Aimee Russell Female Angler and Prostaffer for Phenix Rods, Big Red Worm and Blade Runner Tackle. She talks about her journey into fishing and how it has changed her life. Jenn Nolan from Team Reel Girlz on promoting women in angling and the outdoors. Renza Badilla, female angler and promoter of C.A.S.T. for Kids events on upcoming events.
Mark Lassagne Professional Bass Angler, Editor In Chief and Publisher of Bass Angler Magazine talking about the "Dirty D", foothill lakes and the WWBT. Joe Opager from FLW talking about the Costa/FLW Fass Fishing Summer Camp. Brian and Brennon Sharp of Vista Del Lago Fishing Club on High School Bass Fishing Clubs. Jeff Simpson from Mono County Tourism on opening weekend for trout or "Fishmas" in Mono County in the Eastern Sierras
We spend a lot of time in the Pacific Northwest. Terry Rudnick former WDFW and freelance writer and outdoorsman. Author of Washington Fishing and How to Catch Trophy Halibut. Kurt Beardslee of Wild Fish Conservancy on WA Governor signing legislation to ban Atlantic Salmon farming in Puget Sound. Then We come back to CA to talk to Jim Hendricks, West Coast Editor for Saltwater Sportsman and Sport Fishing Magazine on big CA Butts and Sea Bass.
Jake Brenner, Associate Professor, Environmental Studies and Science, Ithaca College in NY on his study of Marijuana Grows in CA. Dr. Mourad Gabriel, Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Integral Ecology Research Center in Blue Lake, CA and the effect of trespass grows and the killing of game and other wildlife.
Scott Leysath The Sporting Chef and Dead Meat on Sportsman Channel. Talking cooking wild game and some of the weirdest things he's ever eaten. DJ Peck of DJ'S Guide Service in Central California on Central Coast Hog Hunting and Rifle vs Archery Shoots and more
Pete Muller from the National Wild Turkey Federation on what the NWTF does for turkeys and for you. Joe Slaton from Mother Lode Turkey Calls talking calls and turkey hunting in CA and 22 Other states. Jeremiah Doughty from FromFieldtoPlate.com. Some of the most awesome wile game recipies you can imagine.
Retired Police Officer and CCW Instructor Duncan Ramirez on CCW Training between your Permit and Renewal. Eric Mayer from AR15Hunter.com and Varminter Magazine on AR15s for Hunting and Variety of Calibers
Shawn Reese & Tom Dixon from the Wyoming Business Council talking about Wyoming being the new home of Weatherby Rifles leaving California. John Nelson of the USA High School Clay Target League on High School Clay Target Teams. Marko Mlikotin of the CA Sportfishing League on the proposed ban of lead weights and fishing tackle. Gary Coe, President of Kokanee Power California on CA Kokanee Programs and upcoming events.
Mike McKnight And Joseph Mann make a rescue. Lt. James Alling of USCG San Francisco on proper procedures on responding to a CG Broadcast or Call. Rebecca Flores-Miller CDFW on the California Aerial Kelp Surveys. Dr, Cynthia Catton CDFW on the California Abalone and Underwater Survey and the cancelling of 2018 Abalone Season.
The Social Media Episode. Roger George Fishing Guide and writer for the Fresno Bee talking Social Media and the Outdoors. Plus fishing on San Luis and Millerton Reservoirs. Bobby Smith and Josh Hellam, Admins for the Nor Cal Fish Whisperers Facebook Group talking how they police their group. Jeremy Flinn, Chief Marketing Officer of Stone Road Media on Social Media Marketing of your Outdoors Business.
Brad Stout of epictrout.com on The Truckee corridor as well as Pyramid Lake Eastern Sierras. San Joaquin County Supervisor Tom Patti on Delta Pollution from Homeless and abandoned boats.
Chris Evola from Sick For It Guide Service talking Fall hunting in Montana. Sejal Choksi-Chugh of SF Baykeeper talking removal or Ghost Fleet in Suisun. California Delta abandoned boats polluting the Detla with Tim Daly formerly of ABC10, David Weil of Weil & Associates and Peter Pelkofer of CA State Lands Commision.
"Fit Chick" Selene Yeager on getting fit for Scuba Diving. Bill Monroe of The Oregonian with Part 1 of the North River Boats Story. Brent Hutchings CEO of North River Boats with Part 2 of the North River Boats story.
Willie Vogler from Lawson's Landing. Josh Phelan from USBR New Melones Cast for Kids. Mark Lewitus from NOAA Taking about Oceanic Dead Zones and how The Gulf of Mexico has one of the biggest in the world. As well as developing issued on the West Coast.
Lorenzo Rossetti Winner of Ultimate Frog Challenge 3. Jim Behnken from CAST for Kids National. Renza Badilla CAST for Kids Bethel Island. Vince Borges from Phenix Rods
New contributor Lawson's Landing at Dillon Beach. Rick Powers on the New Sea Angler with a Bodega Salmon Update. Mike Nielsen checking in from Lake Tahoe. Michael Lynch, Attorney at Law discussing CDFW Violations
Bassmaster Elites Ish Monroe talking about ICAST and the River2Sea Phat Mat Daddy. Angelo Alorro of River2Sea Baits talking about new things coming out. Dennis Orthmeyer of USDA Wildlife talking Wild Hogs in US/
Bassmaster Elites Ish Monroe talking about ICAST and the River2Sea Phat Mat Daddy. Angelo Alorro of River2Sea Baits talking about new things coming out. Dennis Orthmeyer of USDA Wildlife talking Wild Hogs in US/