MICHIGAN OUTDOOR NEWS UPDATE - BILL PARKER

Editor of Michigan Outdoor News Bill Parker, joins us for updates on an actual case of self defense against a wolf in Northern Michigan. Parker talks about the difference between actual self defense and what could happen if you are found guilty instead of innocent. 

We'll also talk about the new pheasant initiative that is putting more quality birds in the field with State funding and how it gives more opportunities to hunters to enjoy a species whose numbers have declined due to habitat loss. 

FALL LAKE ERIE WALLEYE - LANSCE VALENTINE, TEACHIN' FISHIN'

MICHIGAN BOW OPENER - TOM NELSON "THE AMERICAN ARCHER"

Michigan's own Tom Nelson, host of the American Archer television show on the Outdoor Channel, talks about the essentials for the early part of the Michigan archery deer season. Tom also covers common mistakes and methods to avoid detection.

FALL BASS BONANZA - DAN KIMME, GREATLAKESBASS,COM

We'll have a conversation with Dan Kimmel of GreatLakesBass.com while he and mutual friend Derek Baetz, go after largemouth bass that are putting on the fall feed bag. Dan will offer up some of his favorite tips and maybe land a fish or two.

THE FRIENDLIEST GUN STORE IN TOWN - MIKE GREEN, NOT JUST GUNS

A long awaited and very informative conversation with Mike Green of Not Just Guns in Mason. Truly the hardest working man in the business, Mike and his crew have eliminated the stereotypes that many gun stores have come to unfortunately possess. From on line auctions to a broad line of firearms, suppressors. ammunition and other shooting necessities, not just guns is making a big splash in the small town of Mason.

 PRE DEER SEASON CHAT WITH THE DEER PROFESSOR - DOUG ROBERTS

October 1st and the hunters "holy days" of bow season are upon us. Doug Roberts will break down group activity and how it will start to look for the deer heard, come October. 

NO NETTING - MARK SAK

New House and Senate Bills could open the door for large scale commercial netting in the Great Lakes.

Outdoor writer Mark Sak will talk about what these bills propose and how it could impact the sportsman funded fishing industry in Michigan. The impact could also be felt for not only years but generations to come.

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ICE FISHING PREVIEW - BRIAN BROSDAHL

Bro is back! With the super hot days of summer, many are already looking forward to some hard water fishing. Our long time friend, Brian "Bro" Brosdahl takes the lid off of some of the new gear coming our way. Gloves from Fish Monkey, lures and baits from Northland Tackle and we may have even spilled the beans a little early on new electronics from Humminbird.

OUTDOOR SKILLS ACADEMY - ED SHAW

The new classes for the Outdoor Skills Academy have been unveiled by Ed Shaw of the Michigan DNR. Classes for ground hunting whitetails and waterfowl have been added. Ed will also talk about his recent trip and the affordability of hunting South Africa.

WARM WATER WALLEYE ON SAGINAW BAY - LANCE VALENTINE

The hot summer has temps going up! Lance Valentine of Teachin' Fishin' will explain what that means for those fishing on Saginaw Bay this summer.

FOOD PLOTS AND LAND OPPORTUNITIES

Chad Thelen of Stoney Creek Properties shares some tips on planting food plots to attract deer to your area. He also talks about finding the right property for your hunting wants and needs.

CWD & ASIAN CARP WITH DREW YOUNGEDYKE OF THE NWF

Conversation about Michigan's issues with CWD and Asian Carp in the Great Lakes. We also talk about making the switch from lead for waterfowl and upland game birds.

SALMON HABIT CHANGES AND FINAL THOUGHTS ON SPRING - DAVID A ROSE

Outdoor writer and fishing guide, David A Rose, discusses the change in Michigan's salmon population and their dietary consumption.

THE DEER PROFESSOR - DOUG ROBERTS

We discuss the reasoning for seeing more deer in the daytime hours. Particularly fawns!

we also discuss how the wet weather will affect antler growth this year

YOUNG OF THE YEAR - RICHARD P SMITH

Noted Michigan Author, Videographer and Writer Richard P. Smith, talks about spring wildlife encounters.

SPRING ARCHERY TUNE UP - TOM NELSON

Host of the American Archer catches us up on great tips for taking your bow out for the first time in a long time. Also tips on scent free scouting.