Wild Michigan with Duran Martinez

August 10 - 11, 2013 Hour 1

Jill Fritz, Director of the group known as "Keep Michigan Wolves Protected," will offer the groups reasoning behind why they feel that Michigan should not hunt wolves starting November 15th. The group closely tied to the anti hunting organization the Humane Society of The United States, plans anti wolf hunting rallies around the state with visits by CEO, Wayne Pacelli. This is the same organization whose well funded efforts led to the placement of Proposal 3 in 2006 to end dove hunting in Michigan. 

Our good friend Bill Hawk will get us ready for the early goose season in September with info on scouting the fields, decoy set ups and tips you may find helpful in securing permission to hunt private lands. 

Wild Michigan Podcasts are sponsored by Lock N Load Hunting Blinds

August 10 - 11, 2013 Hour 2

Adam Bump of the Michigan DNR, explains why the date for the highly anticipated, first wolf license sale had to be pushed back from August 3rd to September 28, 2013.

Walleye guru Mark VanKampen shares some sagely advice for fishing the rivers in search of hungry predators. With the summer slowdown on some of the bigger lakes like the bay in Saginaw and Lake Erie, Mark will offer tips on how to find fish from shore and in some of the shallower areas close to home.

Wild Michigan Podcasts are sponsored by Lock N Load Hunting Blinds

July 27 - 28, 2013 Hour 1

SKAMANIA! Outdoor writer, guide and photographer David A. Rose, will help us understand more about the different strains of steelhead and some of the characteristics to look for.

Chip Wilson of Easton Archery will teach us about arrows and the many differences in modern arrow production. Tolerances, straightness and weight forward are just a few of the topics discussed. 

Wild Michigan Podcasts are sponsored by Lock N Load Hunting Blinds

July 27 - 28, 2013 Hour 2

One of the most passionate hunters on television today, Fred Eichler of Easton Bow Hunting TV and Predator Nation, makes his first appearance on Wild Michigan! Fred will talk about his early years of archery and what it was like meeting the father of modern bow hunting.

Wild Michigan Podcasts are Sponsored by Lock N Load Hunting Blinds

July 20 - 21, 2013 Hour 1

Lance Valentine of Walleye 101 will focus on walleye tactics for when the weather gets hot. Tips and tactics from one of Michigan's top walleye guides and educators.

Nick Mundt from Michael Waddell's Bone Collector takes a little down time to talk with Duran about hunting across America and his beginings in Spearfish, South Dakota. 

Wild Michigan Podcasts are Sponsored by Lock N Load Hunting Blinds

July 20 - 21, 2013 Hour 2

Host of the American Archer television show and Michigan Native Tom Nelson, will share some great tips to help us get ready for bow season in October. Practice techniques and some great info on getting your trail cameras and tree stand ready for your fall "surprise party!"

Adam Carter from Lock N Load Hunting Blinds in Burr Oak, Michigan, talks about his family's quest to not only produce a quality hunting blind that can be both permanent and portable. 100% made in Wild Michigan!

Wild Michigan podcasts are sponsored by Lock N Load Hunting Blinds

July 13 -14, 2013 Hour 1

Perry Heleski of Muy Grande Ranch and Resort talks with Duran about the many aspects of the resort located in northeast lower Michigan. Superb whitetail hunting, pheasant and trap shooting are just a small part of the 2,000 acre facility. The family oriented ranch also offers many special features for the ladies as well. Ernie DeSantis makes his return to WILD MICHIGAN with news of a new show called "Whitetail Fix" that airs on the Sportsman Channel. Ernie and his hunting/filming partner Jose' Del Otero, leave a successful stint with "Dream Season: Workin' Man" for their own show. And don't worry, he didn't give up his teaching job!

July 13 -14, 2013 Hour 2

Tony Smith of the Lower Peninsula Deer Management Initiative stops by the studio to clear the air about some of the misconceptions about the group and offers information on the intent of their push for antler point restrictions in Lower Michigan. Ethan Winchester, Head Guide of Boyne Mountain Outfitters, will talk about the new Michigan Fly Fishing  Festival that will take place July 20 - 21, in Boyne City.