Host Duran Martinez brings a lifetime passion of hunting and fishing along with the issues facing Michigan’s outdoors community together with the experts in their respected fields on WILD MICHIGAN.
Episodes
Friday Aug 28, 2015
Friday Aug 28, 2015
TREE STANDS AND TRAIL CAMS - TOM NELSON
For the past 20 years Tom Nelson has been the host of the American Archer on the Outdoor Channel. In that amount of time, numerous outdoor networks and shows have come and gone. Most without even a hint of a memory. This week, Tom shares some great tips for clearing out lanes, setting tree stands and setting up trail cameras for the upcoming bow season. Tom will also explain how to help guide deer past your path and into your shooting area.
Friday Aug 28, 2015
Friday Aug 28, 2015
65 YEARS OF DARTON ARCHERY - TED HARPHAM
As many are looking to update or upgrade their archery gear, there is one thing to remember: "Shoot what fits you best!" Ted Harpham of Darton Archery explains the importance of getting the correct fit. Ted will also discuss the different crossbows and compounds of the Darton line.
GREAT LAKES AQUACULTURE: GOOD OR BAD IDEA - DREW YOUNGEDYKE
Being surrounded by 20% of the world's fresh water, someone is always looking to get their straws in the Great Lakes! Drew YoungeDyke of MUCC will talk about some proposed ideas for the Great Lakes and if the plan is a good one. We'll also talk about the upcoming "Camo At The Capitol" on September 9th.
Friday Aug 28, 2015
Friday Aug 28, 2015
SINGLE PIN EXCELLENCE - CHRIS HAMM HHA SPORTS
We're not sure why August is the hottest time for archery sales. Maybe because it's because October 1st is fast approaching and that means the bow opener in Michigan! Chris Hamm of HHA Sports reacquaints us with the best single pin archery sight in the world. HHA'S Optimizer Lite King Pin, is the crown jewel of the line and offers a range like no other sight in the industry. 100% MADE IN USA!
WALLEYE WORKSHOP - MARK MARTIN
Being inducted into the 2015 Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame doesn't happen by accident. Pro angler Mark Martin joins us for some great information about fishing for walleye and shares some secrets from his days of fishing on the West side of Michigan.
Friday Aug 28, 2015
Friday Aug 28, 2015
FALL PANFISH SHIFT - BRIAN "BRO" BROSDAHL
Panfish guru Brian Brosdahl joins us to talk about the shift in location for late summer and early fall panfish. Tips and tactics will be shared.
GREAT LAKES BASS - DAN KIMMEL
GreatLakesBass.com's Dan Kimmel, shares his ideas for fall bass fishing and will talk about some of the work that he is doing to expand the bass fishing opportunities for Michigan anglers.
Thursday Aug 13, 2015
Thursday Aug 13, 2015
SEE WHAT"S OUT THERE - MELINDA HAYS, COSTA SUNGLASSES
Melinda Hays is not only a key member of Costa Sunglasses, she is also an American Veteran!
We are proud to have Melinda with us to talk about the "clearest lenses on the planet."
Costa came on boar with us as a sponsor this year and we cannot be happier! Melinda will share some of the great properties that Costa has brought to the market and we'll have chances coming up to see for yourself. Follow us on Facebook for more details. www.facebook.com/wildmichigan
Thursday Aug 13, 2015
Thursday Aug 13, 2015
LAND O LAKES 100 - BILL HOFFMAN
Bill Hoffman of the Land-O-Lakes Bowmen talks about the upcoming 100 target 3D shoot and the weekend long list of events coming to the Fenton, MI Archery Club.
CWD FOUND IN THIRD MICHIGAN WHITETAIL - STEVE GRUBER
The host of the Outdoor Channel's "Outdoor America" discusses the third case of CWD found just a few miles away from his own home and if he has helped with the issue.
TAXIDERMY TALK - MARK ESCH, WILDLIFE REFLECTION TAXIDERMY
Mark Esch of Wildlife Reflection Taxidermy of DeWitt, shares some of his personal tips on how to best present your trophy to your taxidermist to be preserved.
CAMO AT THE CAPITOL - DREW YOUNGEDYKE
MUCC's Drew YoungeDyke tells us about the annual rally at Michigan's Capitol to bring awareness to our legislators and to let them know that we are keeping our eyes and ears open, to protect our rights.
Thursday Jul 30, 2015
Thursday Jul 30, 2015
JERKY: THE ULTIMATE MEAT SNACK - TIM RAY CARNIVORE CLUB
I don't think I have ever met someone that does not like jerky. I have to admit though, I am not a fan of the processed, big company offerings. Enter Carnivore Club. A "meat of the month" club so to speak. Limited edition and more uncommon, yet higher quality, cuts of cured meats and cheeses. Tim Ray saw a void that needed to be filled and he has done it. Delivered to your door, meats that include free range kangaroo, American bison and Tibetan Yak. Seriously, what's not to like? Tim explains more about the select cuts and the Carnivore Club itself.
HUNTING TROPHY TRIPS - RAEF PARMALEE
Blacktail deer season is about to open in Oregon while we here in Michigan are barely sighting in our bows for October 1st. Raef Parmalee of Hunting Trophy Trips clues us in on the many choices for hunting in Pacific Northwest. Rocky Mountain and Roosevelt Elk, Black Bear, Turkey, Mountain Lion, Big Horn Sheep and Mountain Goats, plus Muley's and Whitetail. Licenses to be purchased over the counter in many cases as well. A great conversation that begs the question..."When are we going?"
Thursday Jul 30, 2015
Thursday Jul 30, 2015
CROSSBOW WARRIORS - DAVE CHEVALIER
August is upon us and that is the time that most bow hunters start looking for new gear. Shopping for a new crossbow is made a little easier with the help from Dave Chevalier of Crossbow Warriors. He'll share some ideas as to how to find what fits you and your budget. He'll also talk about the pros and cons of recurve versus compound styles of crossbow.
TAXIDERMY TALK - MARK ESCH
Wildlife Reflection taxidermist Mark Esch, is back with some sound advice for those who would like to save their trophy and admire it for years to come.
Tuesday Jul 28, 2015
Tuesday Jul 28, 2015
COURT RULES WOLVES CAN BE HUNTED, MOOSE NEXT TARGET FOR HSUS - BILL PARKER
Editor of Michigan Outdoor News Bill Parker tells us that Moose are most likely on the radar to list as protected by the HSUS. In typical fashion, the anti hunting organization goes after the least likely of candidates to chip away at hunters rights. We'll also cover some other great stories from the bi-weekly news paper.
WALLEYE 101 AND THE ANGLING CHALLENGE - LANCE VAELNTINE
A live report from Captain Lance Valentine of Walleye 101 on Saginaw Bay. Lance brings up to speed with some summer tips for shallow water walleye on a hot summer day. Lance will also talk about the walleye tournament for the casual angler. The Angling Challenge is tournament fishing without all of the tedious hassles that can be associated with it.
Tuesday Jul 28, 2015
Tuesday Jul 28, 2015
ICAST RECAP - DAVID A. ROSE
We are back from Florida and we will revisit the ICAST trade show that had all of the major fishing retailers in the world displaying their new products. David A. Rose will cover some of the highlights and go into detail on new product.
SECOND DEER FOUND WITH CWD/HARVEST NUMBERS DOWN - CHAD STEWART
Last year's hard winter, combined with hunter retention reaching new lows, brought the over all deer harvest numbers down in 2014. MI DNR Deer Management Specialist Chad Stewart, talks about the contributing factors. Also, a second confirmed case of CWD has been found in a wild deer in Meridian Township. Chad will also talk about the possible cause and if this deer could be the offspring of the doe that was found earlier in the year.