Catch You Outdoors with Captain Rob Modys: Recent Episodes
Rob Modys
Catch You Outdoors covers all things related to enjoying the Great Outdoors. Fishing, hiking, kayaking, boating, gardening, beaching... you name it... Captain Rob is going to talk about it. Catch You Outdoors is based out of Florida, but will also cover outdoor activities from other areas of the United States, Bahamas, and other island locations.
There's a lot of news happening down in the Keys. A bit of fishing, underwater music, lifejackets, spiny lobster mini-season, and much more. Thanks for listening!
When fishing guides get together there's a lot of talk about past trips, fishing tips and how they survived out there on the water. It's a tough life and a good life, all at the same time.
Continuing my slight format change to multi subject vs. one major on each podcast. This one does have a spotlight on books, some about fishing and some about the outdoors. I've also included fishing reports, happenings, and tide and moon phases.
Have you ever wanted to just get away from all the noise and problems that seem to pile up each week. I've made a list of the small hideaways where you can stay and do just that. Also some news about formatting of future podcast. There's more time to play, so I'm going there.
When I'm on the water, or on the beach, I always seem to see someone else's tossed trash. I honestly don't know why there are so many folks that can't seem to take trash home with them and dispose of it properly. This podcast is about respecting the outdoors and specifically doing your part to help to keep Florida's land and water clean. Yeah, I have to get on the soapbox every now and then.
After watching a war movie on Turner Classic Movies over the Memorial Day weekend, I was surprised to find out it was filmed, almost entirely, in the Florida Keys. So, I searched for others and that led to this podcast. Hope you enjoy listening.
The waters around the Florida Keys are beautifully clear, and besides fishing, diving is a favorite sport. Here is a synopsis of the many ways to view the undersea world of the Keys and how to get started. Time to get wet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Another year has gone by, so decided to spend the weekend in Key West. Weather was way to lousy to fish, but great for exploring on foot and with eating and libations. Also was lucky enough to be there for the Hogfish Bar's 20th anniversary. Got to meet one of my longtime musical idols. Tune it and listen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Seven and a half years ago I was a successful fishing guide, radio host, teacher and seminar host. And then I got dealt the cancer card. I'm still fighting, but my return to fishing has been a blessing. This episode covers a couple of recent fishing trips in the Florida Keys. One backcountry near Flamingo and another offshore of Key Largo. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Observation is what I believe is the number one thing needed to catch fish on a regular basis. Not the latest tackle nor the latest gear. Some anglers seem to have a sixth sense when it comes to catching fish. Maybe so, but I think catching fish has more to do with repetition and observation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's a Dagny? It happens to be the name of someone famous down in the Florida Keys. So, take a listen and a short trip to Key Largo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Another follow up on the Southwest Florida, post hurricane; plastic lure test - darker colors. Did they work or not in my stomping grounds around Key Largo? A Bixpy kayak motor review and more fishing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A little bit of this, a little bit of that, but mostly about being in and around the saltwater. First, a quick Hurricane Ian update. Things are getting better and some things are not. This was a very bad storm. Then some Florida Fish and Wildlife information, news from around the coast and lots of fishing tidbits. If the weather improves I'll have a fishing report from the Florida Keys on my next podcast. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode is a brief southwest Florida coast hurricane recovery update, my recent weekend spent in Key West, not fishing... just eating. Fishing outlook for the Sanibel / Fort Myers area and a fishing report from the Keys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is a follow up to last week's show. Hurricane Ian arrived and made an absolute mess of Southwest Florida. News, information, and ways you, the listener, can help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I've been fortunate to live in Florida most of my life, on both coast and in the Florida Keys. But I've also been around long enough to experience big time hurricanes in those locations. Here's a rundown on how to keep your sanity and do the right things when a big storm is headed your way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The end of one year of podcast. I honestly can't believe a year has already passed. Just a few thoughts... fishing, books and some October resolutions for the upcoming new season of Catch You Outdoors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As the title suggest, it's all about fishing. Fall is right around the corner, I hope. The days are getting shorter and soon Florida waters will begin to cool and the fish will respond in a very favorable way. I can't wait! Covered is a little salt, a little fresh, some west, east and the Keys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Decided to travel outside of Florida to a close neighbor, The Bahamas. I'll share some insight on visits that I've had with tips for travel, sightseeing, exploring, and of course fishing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode is all about the ups and downs of tides. It mystifies most folks that have boated and fished around lakes, but have never hit the coastal saltwater areas of Florida. I hope this solves some of the mystery and also hope it helps anglers find more fish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This podcast is a part of the Waypoint TV Podcast Network. Waypoint is the ultimate outdoor network featuring streaming of full-length fishing and hunting television shows, short films and instructional content, a social media network, Podcast Network. Waypoint is available on Roku, Samsung Smart TV, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Android TV, IoS devices, Android Devices and at www.waypointtv.com all for FREE! Join the Waypoint Army by following them on Instagram at the following accounts @waypointtv @waypointfish @waypointhunt @waypointpodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This podcast is a part of the Waypoint TV Podcast Network. Waypoint is the ultimate outdoor network featuring streaming of full-length fishing and hunting television shows, short films and instructional content, a social media network, Podcast Network. Waypoint is available on Roku, Samsung Smart TV, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Android TV, IoS devices, Android Devices and at www.waypointtv.com all for FREE! Join the Waypoint Army by following them on Instagram at the following accounts @waypointtv @waypointfish @waypointhunt @waypointpodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This podcast is a part of the Waypoint TV Podcast Network. Waypoint is the ultimate outdoor network featuring streaming of full-length fishing and hunting television shows, short films and instructional content, a social media network, Podcast Network. Waypoint is available on Roku, Samsung Smart TV, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Android TV, IoS devices, Android Devices and at www.waypointtv.com all for FREE! Join the Waypoint Army by following them on Instagram at the following accounts @waypointtv @waypointfish @waypointhunt @waypointpodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This podcast is a part of the Waypoint TV Podcast Network. Waypoint is the ultimate outdoor network featuring streaming of full-length fishing and hunting television shows, short films and instructional content, a social media network, Podcast Network. Waypoint is available on Roku, Samsung Smart TV, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Android TV, IoS devices, Android Devices and at www.waypointtv.com all for FREE! Join the Waypoint Army by following them on Instagram at the following accounts @waypointtv @waypointfish @waypointhunt @waypointpodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A podcast about my recent trip to Orlando, Florida to attend the worlds largest fishing trade show, ICAST. Over 12,000 exhibitors, buyers and media were there to show, buy and report on more than 900 new products shown in the New Product Showcase. Here is but a very small example of some the the items that "caught" my eye. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Taking the listener to the end of the road on the Southwest Florida Gulf Coast. Everglades City and Chokoloskee over great fishing opportunities as well as a history lesson or two. This area is a favorite of mind. Not only is the fishing outstanding, when stone crab season arrives in October, it's the place to be! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spent the past 10 days or so "adventuring" near Fort Lauderdale using the South Florida Adventure Pass. Airboat rides at Sawgrass Recreation Park, wildlife and tropical gardens at Flamingo Gardens, butterfly, native plants and more at Butterfly World and working on the learning curve at the Museum of Discovery and Science. All are located in Broward County. The pass cost about what one of the attractions would cost by itself. A big savings for family fun! Also covered were some recent visits to some of my favorite coastal restaurants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Podcast covers information about sea turtle nesting season, fishing seasons, Florida lobster season, scallops and the migration of swallow tail kites. Formally called 'hodgepodge' episodes, it's a rundown of several short subjects in one podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Traveling the backroads of Florida leads to out of the way places seldom seen by most travelers. At this point in time it can also save travelers a lot of gas money! Most everyone has seen coastal Florida. Take a backroad, slow down, and take a look around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Florida has dozens of coastal fishing piers located on both the Gulf and Atlantic coastline. Some history, specific locations along with general rules. Also a bit of talk about the fact that they aren't always used for just fishing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Matlacha Island is located on the southwest coast of Florida near Fort Myers and Cape Coral. It's a series of small man-made dredge islands, that over almost 100 years has become an artist haven and a place for good food and fishing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I've spent most of my life fishing the salt, but every now and then I venture into the freshwater. This is an overview of one of my favorite places to catch big bass. Some history, some insights and some tips from a favorite Lake Okeechobee fishing guide, Capt. Mark King. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thought I'd reintroduce myself to new listeners now that I've joined Waypoint. There's talk about my early days fishing, writing, radio and how I became a 'beach boy.' Also didn't want to leave my regular listeners without a tip or two about fishing, so covered rods and reels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I tend to use the word amazing when describing an outstanding day of fishing. Epic is almost never uttered. But I had to use it for this episode. I've had some amazing days on the water, but this one was epic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode is all about finding and hopefully catching exotic freshwater fish in South Florida. Mainly in Miami - Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties. The focus is on peacock bass, along with snake heads, clown knife fish, and a host of cichlids. Gear, baits and locations are all discussed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A bit of everything. My onboard visit of the research vessel, Odyssey while is was docked at the Superyacht Village in Fort Lauderdale. Offshore fishing reports and inshore freshwater exotics. Formula One racing returns to Miami and my Kentucky Derby fail! Thanks for listening!
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A rundown of my outdoor adventures from the past week. Fished the Keys for big snook, redfish, tarpon and permit. Some shelling advice and answers to shelling enthusiasts emailed questions, and a review of the 10th annual Fort Lauderdale Airshow featuring the United States Air Force Thunderbirds. Hope you enjoy the podcast.
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This is a three-part episode about my past week in the Florida Keys. Covered is the Bonefish & Tarpon Trust 9th annual Circle of Honor Inductions in Islamorada. Next is my adventures at the Dolphin Research Center in Marathon. Lastly, we visited the Windley Key Fossil Reef Geological State Park near Islamorada. Whew! Busy 3 days. Hope you enjoy the podcast.
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What you get when I have ideas about multiple topics, but can't seem to lock down on one! Yes, you got it. Random stuff. There's some travel, some eats, some fishing and some beaching. Hope you enjoy!
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I've been asked many times about the requirements for becoming an officially licensed charter captain. So here ya go!
Guiding folks to fish is fun and challenging, but it's also a lot of work. Here's the skinny on how to get started.
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An all-in-one talk about the many types of plants that can be grown in Florida. From palms to flowers, butterfly gardens, and orchids.
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Fishing is a science. It's also lucky. Nope, not true. Like anything else, fishing takes practice, but there's also a little inner voice that talks to me on the water and tells me where I should be to catch fish. I call it a "notion", but it's really experience and time on the water. Here are some tips to hopefully help you with getting a notion.
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I learned to sail at a young age, long before I piloted my first power boat. Do you have a youngster in your life that needs to get out of the house? Might want to look into sailing clubs all around Florida that teach sailing. It worked for me!
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Shelling is huge in Southwest Florida. As a matter of fact, Sanibel Island is the number 2 destination for serious shell seekers. I'm what I like to call an accidental sheller. I love to walk beaches and I love to fish along beaches. While doing both of those activities I tend to pick up shells. Only the pretty ones. Thus I'm and accidental sheller.
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The title says it all! A recent visit to a fishing tackle store was eye opening. There's lots of new fishing stuff out there!
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The title says it all. I sometimes have several random ideas and really can't decide what one to grab ahold of and run with it. Mostly because there's not quite enough to cover 30 minutes or more. So, this one has some current events, Scottish Highland games, and air fryers. Go figure.
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I love a good story. Written or spoken, it doesn't matter. I also love to tell stories, mostly true. In this podcast I've included a few of my own as well as a list of other authors that I think do a wonderful job of telling a great short story.
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I love a good story. Especially short stories told while fishing with friends or around the campfire. I've included a few that are somewhat attached in via an old thread. Hope you enjoy it. I've also included some of my favorite short story writers.
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Retirement has its ups and down's, but when it comes to playing outdoors its most certainly full of ups! This podcast is mainly aimed at those of you that have reached the goal of not working, only to find that you still want to work and play. You young folks might want to listen too. There's some good advice here, if I say so myself.
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Back to fishing we go! A long story about how I was introduced to a very special lure that has caught more Florida saltwater fish than I can count.
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I very special guest joined me for this podcast. The former 'Executive Chef' of Reel Talk Radio, my wife, JoNell Modys, sat down to the mic to share her knowledge about favorite Florida libations and some very yummy appetizer recipes. Yum, yum!
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Florida has thousands of birds. From the shores to the interior there are a combination of soaring, wading, diving, swimming and song birds. I've long been fascinated with the many types and thought I share some insights on some of my favorites.
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As many of my listeners already know, I love Key West. I've spent many wonderful and crazy days & nights on that small island at the end of the Florida Keys. I decided to share some insights into visiting there. Basically "what to see and do." Hope you enjoy the podcast!
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Kind of like the two Fishing Hodgepodge episodes, only different. This time the subject is much broader without going into too much detail. You know, none of the lure sizes and weights. I do slip a bit in one part, but hope you enjoy my New Year's Resolution. Note, resolution is not plural. Thanks for listening!
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Happy New Year. What happens when a large northwest Florida river disappears into the the ground? It reappears 3 miles later and continues on toward the Suwannee River. Listen and I'll explain. Also there are some cooking tips and another favorite tall tale of mine.
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The week between Christmas and New Years Day is often a break for most, and back to work for some. I find it a time to just ponder on the past year and hope for better in the next. That is most certainly my feelings for 2022. It MUST be better. This episode has more random thoughts and a new addition - story telling. I was asked by quite a few listeners to include a story each week, outdoorsy in nature. So hand in there until the end. Happy New Year!
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With a great deal of introspection ( I love that word ) I've made a change in the format of my podcast. It will still be about the great outdoors, but instead of sticking to one subject per episode, I've decided to make it multi. This is what happens when you spend time in a beach chair thinking about what's been and what will be. Hope you enjoy and all feedback is much appreciated. Thanks for listening! Capt. Rob
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This idea came about because I used to be a radio announcer. Stations are required to make public service announcements, yet podcast don't really have to go there. But I am, sort of. I've put together a few things that I think most all outdoor folks, especially anglers, boaters and beachgoers, ought to know.
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The gift giving season is upon us, so I thought I'd throw some ideas out, sooner than later. This seems to be the year to shop early, due to supply and possible shipping slowdowns. Hope this helps listeners find something for that special person who would rather be outside instead of inside.
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While watching A River Runs Through It for the umpteenth time, I thought it might be interesting to investigate films that have somewhat of a theme of fishing. Some have quite a bit, and some are limited, but all are watchable. Here's a my take on some of the more popular movies with a little or a lot of fishing included in the plot.
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By special request, from quite a few listeners, Fishing Hodgepodge is back and will become a regular feature on Catch You Outdoors. It should appear about every 3rd or 4th episode. Not really a problem for me. I love talking about fishing!
This one is about the changes brought about by the impending cold fronts of winter and how they affect fishing on the west coast and east coast of Florida. I've also added my observations of how those same fronts affect the Florida Keys.
Enjoy!
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As a kid growing up in Florida it wasn't always fishing and beaching. We also spent a good amount of time visiting what were then known as roadside attractions. Before the Interstate Highway system was established travelers use state roads, and on those roads entrepreneurs came up with some very interesting places to stop and visit. A good many are still there. Might be time to take a road trip!
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I can't get enough of fresh Florida seafood. Is there anything better? I don't think so. In this podcast I give listeners insight into some of my favorites, where to shop and where to dine. There's also a few cook-it-yourself tips. Enjoy!
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Yes, boat shows can be dangerous, especially if you're hunting for a new boat. There's far too many decisions to make. Included in this episode is my visit to the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show and some insight into boat shows in general. Enjoy!
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I had to do it! This is short collection of fishing tips with more to come in the future. Enjoy!
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Kayaks have become very popular in all areas of Florida for sightseeing, fishing or for just getting away from it all. This podcast is an overview of what to look for when purchasing a kayak and what pitfalls to watch out for. Both paddle and pedal are covered as well as accessories along with fishing tips. Email me with any questions at catchyououtdoors@gmail.com.
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This episode covers all things beaching. Just sitting and reading a book or going all out with fishing gear. Capt. Rob's favorite beaches are located all around Florida are he's included special features and amenities. Enjoy!
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I'm a reader, and my favorite books are mystery novels. Especially those written by authors that use Florida as the setting. Enjoy my list of what I consider the best and please let me know if I missed a favorite of yours!
Capt. Rob
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Hello listeners! Capt. Rob here. I finally did it. This podcast has been a long time coming and I'm happy to report that Catch You Outdoors is underway. Please let your friends know and I hope you enjoy the episodes that are about to come your way. I'm looking to produce at least one a week and there may be more, depending on what's happening in the great outdoors. The podcast will be primarily about the state of Florida, but I've been known to wander.
The website is - catchyououtdoors.com
Facebook is - Catch You Outdoors
Email is - catchyououtdoors@gmail.com
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