Wild Michigan with Duran Martinez

April 19 - 20, 2014 Hour 2

THE HUNT - DAVID FARBMAN

Author David Farbman talks about his near ruin from creating the World Hunting Association. An organization aimed at "less lethal" forms of hunting. When he raised the ire of both anti-hunting groups and the NRA, he transformed failure into huge success. Now the CEO of Carbon Media (OutdoorHub.com, et al) and the head of other successful businesses in Michigan, Farbman's new book covers the similarities between the hunting world and how you can apply those skills into a successful business and personal life.

April 12, 2014

DETROIT RIVER WALLEYE - LANCE VALENTINE

Lance Valentine of Walleye 101 has been getting ready for Detroit River walleye, but the ice has been an issue. With the ice now clear, Lance will give us some info on reeling in some Michigan gold.

THE SCIENCE OF LUCKY BUCK - DAVE WHEELER

Their is a serious science behind deer minerals. when choosing a deer mineral, you need to know the reasons why we use Lucky Buck. Founder and developer Dave Wheeler, talks about the key ingredients and the reasoning behind the complexities of the Michigan made deer mineral.

April 5 - 6, 2014 Hour 1

TALKIN' WITH THE TURKEY MAN - EDDIE SALTER

We caught up with outdoors legend Eddie Salter, while he was out filming for his television series that airs on the Sportsman Channel. Eddie will share some great tips for finding and tackling big spring Toms.

HARD WINTER WHITETAILS/CONQUEST 200 - DOUG ROBERTS

"The Deer Professor" Doug Roberts, talks about how the harsh winter season of 2013 - 2014, has affected our whitetail population. He also talks about how they will fare for the upcoming year what we may be able to do to help. Doug and his family are also the focus of a new television show called 'ConQuest 200.' The new show will focus on their deer farm and what it takes to produce ConQuest Scents and the maintain a huge whitetail herd.  

April 5 - 6, 2014 Hour 2

FISH KILL DISCUSSION AND GETTING ORGANIZED - DAVID A. ROSE

David A. Rose will discuss the reasons behind the winter fish kill that many locations around Michigan might see. We'll also talk about some great tools for organizing your tackle with Plano gear.

PLANNING YOUR FOOD PLOTS - ERIC SHERWOOD

Planning before planting your food plots with Eric Sherwood, the head of Whitetail Select. Eric is a certified agronomist, so who else better to help us with soil samples and planning.

March 22 - 23, 2014 Hour 1

CROSSBOW WARRIORS - DAVE CHEVALIER

Since Michigan's ruling that anyone can use a crossbow for hunting, sales have been on the rise. With that, there are still many misconceptions about this particular method of shooting and have asked Dave Chevalier of CrossbowWarriors.com to help us better understand the crossbow.

GETTING A GAME PLAN - MIKE ARAJAKIS

Too many times, hunters buy around their budget and get left holding the bag. Sometimes, the bag in question is a poorly made backpack or case for our gear. Mike Arajakis was one of those same people and has created GamePlan Gear. A company that produces high quality, affordable gear, that has loads of amenities built in with the avid hunter in mind.

March 22 - 23, 2014 Hour 2

STAND YOUR GROUND - SENATOR RICK JONES

Long time friend and State Senator Rick Jones, joins us for an update on Michigan's "Stand Your Ground" or "Castle Doctrine" law that is currently under attack yet again. The State Senator from Michigan's 24th District reports from the floor of Michigan's Capitol on the new push to protect Michigan's licensed handgun owners from those who wish to gain personal information via the Freedom of Information Act.

BOW HUNTER PLANET - DAVID THOMAS

We pry David Thomas away from his BowHunterPlanet.com test lab just long enough to give us some new info on broadheads that may make the cut for this years turkey season. David also covers the topic of concealment with talk about camouflage patterns. Listen to see if you can tell which pattern David likes the best.

March 15 - 16, 2014 Hour 1

NEW LICENSING/WORLD RECORD ON DISPLAY - BILL PARKER

The new "Modern Day" world record muskie caught right here in Michigan, will be on display at the Ultimate Sport Show in Grand Rapids the weekend of March 20 - 23, 2014. Michigan Outdoor News editor Bill Parker, will give us the reasoning for the title "Modern Day World Record" as well as another look at the new regulations for Michigan's sportspersons. 

THE CAN COOKER - SETH McGINN

You've probably seen these in the stores or on some of the various outdoors networks, well, the inventor of the CanCooker is her on our show. Founder Seth McGinn, will talk about his invention that stemmed from an old family method of slow cooking large meals and will share some great recipes for meals and desserts.

March 15 - 16, 2014 Hour 2

IT"S ALMOST TURKEY TIME - ROB KECK BASS PRO SHOPS

Rob Keck, former CEO of the National Wild Turkey Federation and current Director of Conservation for Bass Pro Shops, will cover some of his favorite items of turkey hunting gear and some great tips for getting ready.

March 8 - 9, 2014 Hour 1

Brian Bielecki of Nomad Anglers is in studio to talk about the Fly Fishing Film Tour to Studio C! in Okemos on March 13, 2014. 

Dubbed the "Worlds Best All Around Shooter", Doug Koenig will give some great shooting tips for rifle, shotgun and handgun.

March 8 - 9, 2014 Hour 2

Ryan Chuckel of GoPro gives us our first conversation about the hottest camera in the outdoors. Extremely versatile and with so many different attachments, the GoPro line is a must have to film you next outdoor adventure.

David A. Rose gives us some info on last ice panfish tactice and early steelhead tips. That is, if there is a "last ice!"