Author: Carrie Zylka

Wisconsin - Hostess of the award winning podcast HuntFishTravel. Carrie's blog posts cover the podcast, as well as posts covering hunting and fishing and fiction stories. Sunday Morning Musings include personal stories and thoughts. Photography posts highlight professional images.

November 22, 2021General Outdoors, HFTBlog, Hunt Fish Travel Podcast

#HuntFishTravel Ep 202 – Snowmobiling in Vilas County

We're exploring Vilas County, Wisconsin. In 2015 I had the opportunity to go fishing in Boulder Junction and fell in love with the area. Today we're chatting about why people should visit the area, with lakes and forest every way you turn.
October 16, 2021General Outdoors, HFTBlog, Travel

Things I learned on my return trip to Hawaii

Despite the many places I’ve visited, Hawaii became my favorite. Specifically Kauai. The lush mountain interior battles with the coastal beach glory for my heart every time I look through […]
October 15, 2021Fishing, HFTBlog, Hunt Fish Travel Podcast

#HuntFishTravel Ep 201 – Drew YoungeDyke & How Serious the Asian Carp Threat Truly Is

HuntFishTravel - Drew YoungeDyke and Asian Carp Drew hails from Michigan and is no stranger to the outdoors, listen in as he explains what exactly the National Wildlife Federation is and who it represents. And then dives into how Asian Carp could destroy our fishing way of life if left unchecked.
September 15, 2021Fishing, HFTBlog, Hunt Fish Travel Podcast

#HuntFishTravel Ep 200 – Ice Fishing Weed Beds for Bluegills with Joel Nelson Outdoors

Think catching bluegills through the ice is hard? Let Joel tell us exactly how to get it done! "Ice Fishing Weed Beds for Bluegills with Joel Nelson Outdoors"
August 19, 2021HFTBlog, Hunt Fish Travel Podcast, Hunting

#HuntFishTravel Ep 199 – Whitetails in Nebraska with Erin Diegel of Huntress View

How Erin Diegel of Huntress View went from being a pro golfer vegetarian to chasing whitetails with a bow.
July 15, 2021Fishing, HFTBlog, Hunt Fish Travel Podcast

#HuntFishTravel Ep 198 – Salmon Facts and Your Dollars at Work in Wisconsin with Cory Yarmuth Pt 2

Episode 197 was so full of great salmon fishing tips we had to made a 2nd episode.
June 14, 2021Fishing, HFTBlog, Hunt Fish Travel Podcast

#HuntFishTravel Ep 197 – Fall Salmon Fishing in Wisconsin with Cory Yarmuth Pt 1

So many tips for success jammed into this such a short amount of time. If you fish for salmon, this is a can't miss episode.
May 9, 2021Fishing, HFTBlog, Hunt Fish Travel Podcast

#HuntFishTravel Ep 196 – Fishing Costa Rica with Lisa Montgomery of Luxurious Fishing Vacations

Costa Rica is on my radar, lots of family and friends have visited the destination for vacation and fishing trips. Lisa stops by to chat about her favorite topic – fishing!
February 8, 2021Fishing, HFTBlog, How To

For the Love of Fishing – 5 Items that will earn you brownie points this Valentine’s Day

Lots of people ice fish, but so many more people open water fish. I absolutely love hardwater fishing but when I look outside at the -8 degree weather, I’ll admit […]
November 17, 2020General Outdoors, HFTBlog, Personal Ramblings, Press Releases

Have you met my friend Mia? She’s pretty awesome…

I don’t have a lot of friends. I just don’t. Friendships require a lot of work and can create a lot of stress in your life when you’re already being […]
October 6, 2020Gear Reviews, General Outdoors, HFTBlog

Three Must Have Boots For Fall Hiking

Heading out for a hike? Check out these three boot recommendations.
August 30, 2020HFTBlog, Hunting

Pre-Season Scouting for the 2020 Archery Season

Better late than never, I got some pre-season scouting time in.