Mike Avery's Outdoor Magazine

We're kicking off the new month this week on Outdoor Magazine radio.

First, Scott Kietzman of Linwood Taxidermy talks about preserving your hunting and fishing memories.

Then Bryan Farmer describes the purpose of the Hunt Michigan Collaborative.

The hour wraps up with Nick Grillo from Michigan Brand Meats. Nick announces a new product from that family owned company.

Hour two kicks off with Allen Perry of Hit Em Back deer trackers. Allen talk about how hunters can use a dog to recover deer.

Justin Tomei from MUCC is up next wi...

We're wrapping up the month of "Rocktober" this week on Outdoor Magazine radio.

First, Glenn Duncan of Duncan's Outdoor Shop has great advice on sighting in your deer rifle.

Then, Tom Campbell from Woods-n-Waternews talks about their November edition.

Hour two kicks off with Jake Romanack of Fishing 411 TV. Jake describes his tactics for targeting open water walleye in the fall.

Mike Mitchell is up next. Mike is the acting director of the Michigan United Conservation Clubs. He talks about changes in that organization and where they're headed.

Extreme Long Ra...

Brad Dupuie, "Mr. Angler Quest" is my first guest this week. Brad talks about his experiences with Live Scope and also the new dual outboard Angler Quest design.

Then, Dan Ulfig from the Michigan Wildlife Council has an update on their "Here for Generations" campaign.

Hour two kicks off with Brent Rudolph of the Michigan DNR. The wildlife biologist discusses Michigan elk, moose and deer.

MUCC's Steve Windom is up next talking about the importance of membership and fundraising.

The hour wraps up with Conservation Officer Mike Mshar and this week's Ask A...

First, Ed Blissick of the Great Lakes Salmon Initiative talks about proposed legislation to help fund the DNR Fisheries Division.

Then, Troy Harrison has the story of that beautiful northern Michigan bull elk video that went viral.

Joe Presgrove from the Michigan DNR wraps up the hour talking about the Hunters Feeding Michigan program.

Hour two kicks off with John Upp. He has details on the 41Great Lakes straight walled cartridge.

Waterfowl season is the next topic of discussion with Kali Rush of the Michigan DNR.

The Ask Avery segment...

We're kicking off the new month this week on Outdoor Magazine Radio.

First, Jack Ammerman from the Michigan Pheasant Hunting Initiative talks about bird hunting on state game areas.

Then, Bill Hahn of Jay's Sporting Goods has details on a program to save money on Ol' Man products through Jays.

Hour two kicks off with houndsman Jordan Farmer. Jordan describes hunting bear and bobcats with hounds.

Justin Tomei from MUCC is up next with insight into the proposed DNR budget.

We're talking St. Clair River sturgeon fishing in Hour 3 with A...

We're kicking off fall this week on Outdoor Magazine Radio.

First, Matt Tagget of REK Broadheads talks about their new blade retention system and the work that's gone into their products over the years.

Then, Scott Szfranski from Linwood Beach Marina has great advice on putting the boat away for the season.

Hour two features Mark Penionzek of Reel Fish'n. Mark talks about big water duck hunting.

Jerry Wydner of the Hunter Safety System is up next with great advice on staying safe while hunting from a treestand.

We're talking...

Audiologist and avid hunter Mike Stewart kicks off the show this week. Mike talks about the danger of hunting and shooting…and how it can cause hearing loss.

Then, Jason Garvon from the Michigan Wildlife Council has an update on their Here for Generations campaign.

Hour two features Rick Hobbs from the Michigan Squirrel Dog Association. He also has advice on chasing jumbo fall perch.

Steve Windom of MUCC is up next. Steve talks about how things are going since the departure of former CEO Amy Trotter.

Then Bob Ransom joins me for...

Kyle Green of the Greenway Outdoors TV show is my first guest this week. He talks about his passion for promoting the outdoors and why the TV show is a great tool to reach for reaching his audience.

Then, Tom Campbell from Woods-n-Waternews talks about their recent Outdoor Weekend.

Hour two kicks off with Mike Horswill of Jay's Sporting Goods. Mike has great advice on processing your own venison.

Michigan DNR wildlife biologist Cody Norton is up next. Cody talks about the Michigan bear population and Michigan bear hunting in general.

The ho...

Lance Valentine of The Walleye Zone is my first guest this week. He talks about moving their Fishing Education Weekend up to Saginaw Bay this year.

Then, Michigan Meteorologist Mark Torrerossa has the outlook for our fall weather pattern.

Hour 2 kicks off with Al Stewart. Al is an expert turkey hunter who has great advice on fall turkey hunting.

Justin Tomei of MUCC is up next with thoughts on a Natural Resource Commission specifically for the Upper Peninsula.

Kris Duerson from from Rapid River Knives then explains the best angle to put on a...

We're wrapping up the summer season this week on Outdoor Magazine radio.

First, avid outdoorsman Nick Grillo of Michigan Brand Meats talks about a recent sturgeon fishing adventure.

Then, "Mr. Angler Quest", Brad Dupuie unveils two new models for the 2026 season.

The hour wraps up with Tom Campbell from Woods-n-Waternews. He talks about the upcoming Outdoor Weekend in Imlay City.

Hour two features Michigan elk hunting guide Vance Gawel. That season is now underway.

Scott Buttrick is up next to talk about getting the best accuracy from the popular 22 cartri...

We kick off this week's show talking with Rob Miller about the use of tracking dogs for bear hunters.

Then Paul Pirone from Versa Skins promotes his appearance at the upcoming Woods-n-Waternews Outdoor Weekend.

Franklin Hayes of the Michigan Wildlife Council wraps up the hour talking about a change in direction for their "Here for Generations" campaign.

Hour two kicks off with extreme long range shooter Paul Phillips.

Justin Tomei from MUCC is up next, talking about coyote season.

Veteran outdoorsman Tom Lounsbury joins me in Hour 3 with thoughts on the upco...

Dr. Brent Rudolph is my first guest this week. Brent has recently returned to the Michigan DNR. His responsibilities include deer, moose and elk.

Then, Michigan spearfisherman John Durtka has an update on how that sport is growing.

Hour two kicks off with Tim Roller. He's the guy who pioneered the technique of casting crankbaits for salmon in west Michigan rivers.

Tom Weston from the DNR is up next with details on their Hunt/Fish App.

We're getting ready for deer season in hour 3 with the "Whitetail Whisperer", John Eberhart. John talk...

We kick off this week's show with Kris Duerson of Rapid River Knives. Kris talks about the new Mike Avery signature model to benefit the Outdoor Driven group.

Then, Andrew Comtois from Outdoor Driven joins me with details about that organization.

Hour two features Mike Smith of Off Shore A Count Sportfishing. Mike talks about Lake Michigan salmon fishing.

Cory Kovacs from the Michigan DNR is up next with details on a Lake Superior brown trout study.

The Ask Avery segment this week features Conservation Officer Doug Hermanson to talk about where...

Tom Nelson is my first guest this week. He's the host of the American Archer TV Show on the Outdoor Channel and has great advice on getting ready for the upcoming archery season.

Then, Tom Campbell from Woods-n-Waternews has a preview of their upcoming Outdoor Weekend.

Hour two features Larry Jennings of Jonah Jigs. Larry helped pioneer the technique of jigging for Great Lakes salmon and trout.

Steve Windom of MUCC is up next with a wrap up of our big golf outing.

We're talking food plots in hour 3 with Rich Chrzan...

We kick off this week's show with Michigan DNR Biologist Chad Stewart. Chad talks about the upcoming deer season.

Hour two kicks off with Chris Kreiner. Chris is an exert at hunting coyotes after dark….even in the summer.

MUCC's Amy Trotter is up next. She talks about a bill in congress that would ban bear baiting on federal land.

We're talking Lake Michigan salmon fishing in Hour 3 with Captain Paul Schlafley of Riverside Charters.

The show wraps up with Chef Dixie Dave Minar. This time, it's a catfish recipe.

This week's show kicks off with Michigan DNR Fisheries Chief Randy Claramunt. He talks about the status of Michigan fisheries today and what he calls a funding crisis for the Fish Division.

Then Dan Ulfig from the Michigan Wildlife Council has some thoughts on their "Here for Generations" campaign.

Hour two kicks off with avid Michigan outdoorsman Gabe VanWormer. He talks about handgun hunting and target shooting.

MUCC Executive Director Amy Trotter is up next. Amy has details on the new Michigan NRC Commissioner.

Charter Captain Nick Dood joins me in Hour 3 t...

Jim Felgenauer of St. Clair Sturgeon is my first guest. He talks about the upcoming season, the restoration of that giant fish…and the importance of getting involved in the fight for hunting and fishing.

Hour two kicks off with Mark Copeland from Jay's Sporting Goods. He has great advice on getting ready for the fall bow season.

Michigan DNR Biologist Adam Bump is up next. Adam talks about the turkey poult survey, then he sticks around to answer this week's Ask Avery question.

Charter Captain Bobby Sullivan of Ice Breaker Charters joins me in ho...

Nick Grillo of Michigan Brand Meats is my first guest this week. He talks about a northern Lake Michigan lake trout jigging adventure and how he captured the action on video.

Tom Campbell from Woods-n-Waternews is up next with details on the upcoming Outdoor Weekend.

Hour two kicks off with fishing expert Mark Romanack of Fishing 411. Mark describes some of the finer points of trolling and the best way to get your baits down to the fish.

Justin Tomei from MUCC is up next with...

Ontario bear guide Ron St. Louis of Northern Wilderness Bear Outfitters is my first guest this week. He has great advice for Michigan hunters who didn't get a bear tag.

Then Michigan guide Vance Gawel talks about elk hunting in Michigan.

Hour two kicks off with John Littlefield of Premiere Maritime Training. John has details on getting a Captain's License from the Coast Guard.

Brad Dupuie from Angler Quest Pontoons is up next with a progress report on the growth of his new company.

Next, Michigan Conservation Officer Ken Lowell answers the "...

We're kicking off the official summer season this week on Outdoor Magazine radio.

First, Ryan Raymond of the Michigan Friends of NRA joins me to talk about their support of high school trap shooting teams.

Then, Dawn Levey from the Michigan Wildlife Council has an update on the Here for Generations campaign.

Hour 2 features Kris Duerson of Rapid River Knives in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. He talks about their recent bear hunt in Idaho and has an update on the status of the Mike Avery signature knife.

Steve Windom of MUCC wraps up the h...

We kick off this Father's Day edition of the show talking with Bill Hahn of Jay's Sporting Goods. Bill has details on their new "Blade Club".

Then Keil Jorgenson of Woods-n-Waternews joins me to talk about their next issue and also the big Outdoor Weekend coming up in September.

Hour 2 Features Drew Youngedyke. Drew is President of the Michigan Outdoor Writers Association and owner of the Central Lake Fly Company.

Ed Eisch from the Michigan DNR is up next with details on their grayling re-introduction project.

Mike Smith of Off Shore A-Count f...

Don Miller of Motor City Muskies is my first guest this week. Don talks about the muskie season opener on Lake St. Clair.

Then, Nick Buggia from the Michigan Wildlife Council describes his time working on the "Here for Generations" campaign.

Hour two kicks off with Lloyd Tanner. Lloyd is a catfish guru and has lots of great advice on targeting big fish.

Steve Windom from MUCC is up next. He describes his last minute turkey hunt and also previews my Mike Avery Outdoors charity golf outing to benefit their Youth Camp.

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Jesse Hurst of the Bowfish Association of Michigan is my first guest this week. Jesse talks about bowfishing and a big event this weekend.

Ashley Lister from Security Credit Union is up next. SCU has been a strong supporter of mine for several years and they recently stepped as the major sponsor of the Mike Avery Outdoors charity golf outing to benefit MUCC's Youth Camp.

We're talking pike fishing in Hour 2 with Joe Bednar.

Then, Seth Herbst from the Michigan DNR has details on the Midwest Walleye Challenge.

The hour wraps up with...

Captain Jason Graham of Send it Charters and Linwood Beach Marina is my first guest this week. Jason talks about getting out of a rut and running new tactics for Saginaw Bay walleye.

Then, Dan Cooke from the Michigan Wildlife Council has an update on their "Here for Generations" campaign.

Hour two features the man who has changed underwater spearfishing in Michigan….John Durtka of PurelyMiSpearfishing. John describes the growth of that sport and where he'd like to take it.

Steve Windom from MUCC is up next. Steve talks about their Youth Camp and the upc...

The "Bear Whisperer", Johnny Bowler is my first guest this week. Johnny talks about applying for a Michigan bear tag and why you shouldn't wait till the last minute to talk to a guide.

Then Keil Jorgenson of Woods-n-Waternews has details on their upcoming issue.

Hour two kicks of with Joel Anderson of Andersons Pro Bait in Port Huron. Joel talks about the southern Lake Huron fishery, how it's changed and how anglers can target those waters these days.

Lisa Jackson from the Michigan DNR is up next. She talks about the bear and elk...

Dr. Brian McFalda is my first guest this week. He's a hard core outdoorsman and a Neurologist at My Michigan Hospital in Midland. The medical team there helped my get through my recent stroke. We talk a stroke awareness and prevention as part of Stroke Awareness Month.

Then Kerry Heckman from the Michigan DNR describes the status of clean up from the devastating northern Michigan ice storm.

Hour two kicks off with Greg McClinchey of the Great Lakes Fishery Commission. Greg talks about the lamprey control project and why it's critical for the health of the G...

We're kicking off the new month this week on Outdoor Magazine radio.

First, John Cleveland of the Eppinger Company talks about their Daredevle Spoon featured on a postage stamp.

Then, Mr. AnglerQuest, Brad Dupuie has an update on how his new company is doing and the response from dealers and anglers.

Keweenaw Peninsula fishing guide Connor Baccus is my first guest in Hour 2. The ice is finally gone and Connor is excited to be back on the water.

Then Tyler Mehigh of MUCC talks about their new "Field Team" and also their "C...

We spend the first hour of this week's show with Rob Miller. Rob has great advice on finding morel mushrooms.

Hour two kicks off with Jay Woiderski. Jay is President of the Black Lake Chapter of Sturgeon for Tomorrow. He talks about the restoration of that giant fish and their Sturgeon Guarding program to protect them while spawning.

Paul Rogers from the Michigan DNR is up next with great advice on preventing springtime wildfires.

The "Yak Master", Dave Mull joins me in hour three to talk about fishing from a kayak and how to get...

We kick off this Easter weekend show with Michigan turkey hunter Charlie Wiltse.

Then, I talk with Dawn Levey from the Michigan Wildlife Council.

We're talking Lake St. Clair and Detroit River fishing in Hour 2 with Eric Long of Long Line Charters.

MUCC's Amy Trotter is up next with her perception of the Michigan NRC.

The hour wraps up with Sgt. Mike Mshar of the Michigan DNR. He answers this week's Ask Avery question.

Captain Dave Engel of Best Chance Charters is featured in the final hour this week. He ta...

Bryan Darland of Jay's Sporting Goods is my guest in this first hour. Bryan is a hard core angler and the buyer for Jay's fishing department. He has great advice on springtime fishing and gear.

Hour two kicks off with Captain Pete Patsalis of Hook One Charters. We talk as Pete is fishing Lake Erie for walleye, but most of the conversation is about trolling the St. Clair River for salmon .

Kevin Frailey from the Michigan DNR is up next with a conversation about the education side of the Department.

Noted outdoor writer and h...

Karl Burnside is my first guest this week. Karl is the president of the Michigan Charter Boat Association.

Then, Bill Hammond from Hammond Drives and Equipment talks about his company and services.

We're talkin turkey in Hour 2 with Greg Abbas of Away Outdoors.

Then Kris Duerson, the man behind Rapid River Knives unveils a new "Avery15" promo code.

Nick DeShano from Off Shore Tackle is my guest in Hour 3. Nick talks about that company and why trollling is still such a popular fishing technique.

The show wraps up with Chef Dix...

We're wrapping up another month this weekend on Outdoor Magazine radio.

First, Kyle Green of The Greenway Outdoors talks about a plan to kill nuisance geese across Michigan.

Then, Tom Campbell from Woods-n-Waternews takes us inside their latest edition.

Hour two features steelhead guide Paul Schalfley of Riverside Charters in Manistee.

Justin Tomei from MUCC is up next with a discussion about a proposed license fee increases and a plan to allow baiting in the Lower Peninsula.

In this week's final hour I talk with Doug Ward of Xpress Fishing C...

Michigan DNR biologist Brian Roell is my first guest this week. Brian talks about those cougar cubs found in Ontonagon County.

Then Nick Buggia from the Michigan Wildlife Council has an update on their "Here for Generations" campaign.

Hour two features Jeania Canel from Jay's Sporting Goods. She's the long time manager of the gun department in their Clare store. Jeania talks about turkey guns and ammo.

Sgt. Mike Mshar from the DNR is up next. Mike has advice for springtime turkey hunters and he also answers this week's "Ask Avery" question.

We...

Amy Trotter, Executive Director of the Michigan United Conservation Clubs is my first guest this week. Amy talks about their recent Convention and the push for new MUCC members.

Then, Michigan hunter Charlie Wiltse talks about this recent wolf hunting adventure in White River Ontario.

Hour two kicks off with Russ Clark of Seahawk Charters in St. Joe, Michigan. Russ has details on springtime steelhead fishing in the river and early season open water trolling on the big lake for coho salmon.

Michigan DNR Fisheries Biologist Neal Godby is up next. He talks about...

We're edging out way into spring this week on Outdoor Magazine radio.

First, Captain Mike Smith from Off Shore Account talks about the transition from winter walleye to springtime trolling.

Then, Ben Nielsen from Showspan has details of their big Outdoor show coming up in Grand Rapids.

Hour 2 features Rich Chrzan of Killer Food Plots. Rich says it's not too early to start frost seeding.

Tyler Mehigh from the Michigan United Conservation Clubs is up next with a preview of their annual convention .

Lance Valentine from The Walleye Zone is my gue...

We kick off the new month with a little slower paced show this week.

First, outdoor writer Dave Rose joins me to talk about late season ice fishing and early spring open water angling.

Then, Tom Campell from Woods-n-Waternews talks about their latest issue.

Hour 2 features Michigan DNR biologist Chad Stewart. First, we talk about Michigan moose, then the conversation turns to whitetail.

Al Stewart of the Nimrod Education Center at Hillsdale College is my guest in hour 3. We talk about the the promotion of hunting and conservation.

Chef Dixie Da...

We kick off this week's show talking about late winter coyote hunting with expert predator hunter Matt Schalk.

Then, new member of the Michigan Wildlife Council, Dan Ulfig joins me to talk about that organization and their efforts to promote hunting and fishing.

Hour two kicks off with Ryan Russ of River Rat Guide Service. He talks about the upcoming steelhead season.

Justin Tomei from the Michigan United Conservation Clubs is up next with details on proposed legislation to allow baiting for deer and elk hunters in Michigan's lower peninsula.

Fishing is th...

Ali Shakoor is my first guest this week. Ali is a hard core outdoorsman, tournament angler and fisheries biologist. He talks about his recent work and how anglers can benefit.

Then, Jason Graham of Send It Charters and Linwood Beach Marina has details on an upcoming fishing seminar at the marina on March 1st

Hour two kicks off with houndsman Justin Farmer. Justin lost another dog to wolves in Michigan UP. He describes that day and his thoughts on wolf management.

Luke Pawloski from the Outdoor Conquest is up next. Luke talks about using a...

It's Super Bowl weekend but we're not talking football on Outdoor Magazine radio.

First, Steve Griffin talks about the basics of ice fishing.

Then, Ben Nielsen of Showspan has details of the upcoming Outdoorama show.

Hour two features Mike Smith of Off Shore A Count Sportfishing. Mike talks about a recent ice fishing adventure we had on Saginaw Bay.

Steve Windom from MUCC is up next with a look at their event schedule for the next few months.

We're talking shed hunting in Hour 3 with Jason Herbert.

Wild g...

Greg Abbas of A-Way Outdoors is my first guest in this new month. Greg talks about the process of bringing a new product into the outdoor industry.

Then Steve Dater talk about what it's like to win the Michigan DNR Pure Michigan Hunt.

Hour two features Myron Gilbert of the US Ice Fishing Team. Myron describes the world championship to be held in Michigan on Tamarack Lake.

Lance Valentine is up next. Lance talks about leaving social media and concentrating all his educational efforts on the new Walleye Zone platform.

We're talkin...