THE NEW FACE OF DARTON ARCHERY - TED HARPHAM

As long as Wild Michigan has been on the air, Ted Harpham has been representing Darton Archery in Hale, MI. Now, with new ownership, Darton Archery will remain Ted will talk about the new line of bows and some of the standards that have made Darton great. 

SPRING IS FAWN SEASON - DOUG ROBERTS

Now is the time that does are having their fawns and we humans, will probably come across one of the helpless looking critters and jump right into saving mode.

That is the last thing we should be doing. As much as we want to sav them, there is really no need. Doug Roberts of Conquest Scents, will tell us why we need to leave them alone and when they may need to be rescued.

THE NEED FOR DEER FARMERS EXPLAINED - DOUG ROBERTS

With such strong numbers of white tailed deer in Michigan, why do some feel the need to breed more? More importantly, why do some feel the need to breed huge typical and freakish non-typical bucks?

Doug Roberts, Vice President of the United Deer Farmer's of Michigan and Co-Owner of Conquest Scents, explains the reason and importance of these very questions.

MOREL OF THE STORY - DAVID A ROSE

Spring is finally here (in some places) and the Morel hunters will be out in force and looking for the little sporuters that are here and gone in no time.

David A Rose will talk about the places that Morel mushrooms will usually be found and where else they could possibly make a one time appearance.

TICK AWARENESS MONTH - BRIAN ANDERSON

The conditions have made the perfect storm for a tick explosion in Michigan. The "Tick Terminator" Brian Anderson, will explain how we might encounter the tiny arachnids, how to remove them safely and how to prevent them all together.

ICE OUT PANFISH - BRIAN "BRO" BROSDAHL

Our favorite panfish guru is back with great tips on catching spring panfish like bluegill and crappie! Bro is a master at finding and catching big bluegill and helps take advantage of the early ice out conditions.

RETURN TO WILD IRELAND - EOIN O'HAGAN

Since our initial visit to fish Lough Derg in Scariff, County Clare, Ireland, we have done much talk about a return trip and recording another show. Throw in a global pandemic and a few other minor speedbumps and that's what it has been.......TALK!

Through the miracle of radio and current technology, we are able to connect with our good friend and guide, Eoin O'Hagan.

We'll revisit some of the wonderful experiences that should make this beautiful country a destination of anglers of all kinds. World class pike and trout fishing await, all those wishing to make a short flight across the Atlantic to rolling hills of emerald green and dark waters that hide trophy class fishing for all. No license required!

TARGETING SPRING BASS - DAN KIMMEL, GREAT LAKES BASS

Targeting large and smallmouth bass in the off season has only been legal for a couple of years, thanks to the efforts of Dan  KImmel and bass anglers of Michigan. Anglers can target the species as long as they are caught and immediately released.

Dan will offer up some tips on how and where to find them.

NOT JUST GUNS - MIKE GREEN

The little store with the HUGE inventory! Owner of Not Just Guns in Mason, Mike Green, is back with a great conversation about the current trends that lean towards the versatile AR platform. Mike also catches us up with the status of auctions and what ammo is readily available, despite market demands.

MI WHITETAIL TALK - CHAD STEWART, MI DNR

Although the official numbers for the 2021 Michigan whitetail harvest have not yet been tallied, we do have a better idea of how many deer with CWD were reported.

We will also talk about the upcoming mandatory deer check that will happen for the 2022 season. A story that we will break first, on Wild Michigan, 

LAKE ERIE WALLEYE RECAP - MARK SAK

Fresh off of a hot trip to Lake Erie, outdoor writer and pro angler Mark Sak, will give us some insight to the hot bite on Lake Erie and the best walleye fishing in the world!

OUTDOOR SKILLS ACADEMY CLASSES - ED SHAW

Michigan DNR Interpreter Ed Shaw, fills us in on all of the new classes offered at the Carl T. Johnson Hunting and Fishing Education Center at the Lake Mitchell office and around Michigan. Classes like steelhead fishing, fly fishing and foraging have been quite popular.

FOLLOWING THE WALLEYE BITE - CAPT LANCE VALENTINE

If there are two main places for spring walleye fishing in Michigan that produce the most and biggest fish, it's the Detroit River and Lake Erie. 

Captain Lance Valentine of Teachin; Fishin' will discuss both places and some great tips that will help you get on the bite tis spring.

TURKEY SEASON 2022 - AL STEWART

Michigan's turkey season is about to get underway and former upland game bird specialist of the Michigan DNR, talks about their mating habits and what we can do to get close to a big spring turkey. 

CATCHING SPRING CHROME - DAVID A ROSE

Fishing guide and outdoor writer David A Rose, will talk about finding steelhead during the wet spring months. Heavy rains and snow, have been contributing factors to high, fast water. We'll  hear what to do and we'll also talk about some other great game species.

TICK TALK - BRIAN ANDERSON "TICK TERMINATOR"

No one dislikes ticks more than Brian Anderson. So much, that he has made it his life's work to rid his and your life, from these eight legged freaks! Hear how Brian can help you rid yourself of ticks and keep safe from Lyme's disease.

TURKEY HUNTING WITH ARCHERY GEAR - TOM NELSON

March is one of the most important months for deer hunting. Tom Nelson, Host of the American Archer TV show, talks about the importance of scouting and shed hunting,

Tom will also offer tactics about spring turkey hunting with a bow

MICHIGAN OUTDOOR NEWS - BILL PARKER

Michigan Outdoor News Editor, Bill Parker, talks about the paper and it 22 year history in the Great Lakes State. We also speak with Bill about the upcoming turkey season!

ICE OUT CRAPPIE - MIKE GNATKOWSKI

Outdoor writer Mike Gnatkowski has been back in Michigan for a few years and is ready to put some slabs on the table. Mike will give us some tips about finding them, once the ice has moved out.