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Cut the Drive Time in Half and Fish for Trophies in Central Wisconsin

Cut the Drive Time in Half and Fish for Trophies in Central Wisconsin

Looking to fish for Muskies or Smallmouth Bass? Residents and visitors of Central Wisconsin all share a secret – you don’t have to drive four, six or eight miles to northern Wisconsin to catch trophy sized fish. Quantity and quality are prevalent in Central Wisconsin, a mere two and a half from M­­­ilwaukee, and four hours from Chicago, Steven’s Point a mecca of rich fishing and hunting environments. Continue reading “Cut the Drive Time in Half and Fish for Trophies in Central Wisconsin”

#HuntFishTravel 117 – Funny Hunting Stories




“#HuntFishTravel 117 – Funny Hunting Stories”.

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Baker stops by to chat with Carrie and Rachel. Listen in to find out what a “Turkey Bear” is, which continent was his favorite to hunt and how Kill Cliff is involved with the US Navy. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 117 – Funny Hunting Stories”

Armscor -Rock Island Armory Announces New Website Launch

LAS VEGAS, NEV. (10/22/15) – In an effort to offer its fans and customers an innovative and modern web space with streamlined usability and instant access to purchase products, Armscor®-Rock Island Armory® (Armscor-RIA) launched a redesigned website at Armscor.com. Continue reading “Armscor -Rock Island Armory Announces New Website Launch”

#HuntFishTravel 116 – Alligator Hunting in Alabama with Andy Gagliano of the Turkey Hunter Podcast – Part 2

“#HuntFishTravel 116 – Alligator Hunting in Alabama with Andy Gagliano of the Turkey Hunter Podcast – Part 2”

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#HuntFishTravel 115 – Shenanigans – Carrie’s Burning Down Tents, Rachel’s Chumming for Salmon and Andy’s talking DIY Turkey Hunting Ebooks!




“#HuntFishTravel 115 – Shenanigans – Carrie’s Burning Down Tents, Rachel’s Chumming for Salmon and Andy’s talking DIY Turkey Hunting Ebooks!”

Andy Gagliano of the Turkey Hunter Podcast joins Rachel and Carrie and hilarity ensues…
Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 115 – Shenanigans – Carrie’s Burning Down Tents, Rachel’s Chumming for Salmon and Andy’s talking DIY Turkey Hunting Ebooks!”

Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers Recognizes 2015 Awards-In-Craft Winners

I was honored to take home two awards at this year’s Annual AGLOW conference.

Best of Photography / Hunting
1st Place – Carrie Zylka (WI): DIY Solo South Dakota Mule Deer Hunt

2014_10_01 South Dakota Mule Deer Trip (2)

Best of Radio / Fishing
2nd Place – Carrie Zylka (WI): Fishing for Salmon on Kodiak Island

Continue reading “Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers Recognizes 2015 Awards-In-Craft Winners”

#HuntFishTravel Podcast Hunting Tip 002 – Don’t Poke Dead Things

“Hunting Tip 002 – Don’t Poke Dead Things
This week’s hunting tip should be a no brainer – but listen in anyway. I’ll tell you why you shouldn’t poke dead things and what kind of photo I’ll accept for the giveaway.
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#HuntFishTravel 114 – How to Call in a Moose





“#HuntFishTravel 114 – How to Call in a Moose”

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In this episode we’ll get step by step instruction from Alex Gouthro – creator of the Moose Madness instructional DVD, on how to call in a moose using nothing but our sinus cavity.  And yes – you are totally allowed to laugh at me.

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#HuntFishTravel 113 – Hunting Illinois with Take Aim Outdoors

“#HuntFishTravel 113 – Hunting Illinois with Take Aim Outdoors”




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Brandon Hammonds of the Take Aim Outdoors Podcast joins me to talk about hunting Illinois.
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#HuntFishTravel 112 – Trail Cameras 101




“#HuntFishTravel 112 – Trail Cameras 101”.

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Who doesn’t love trail cameras? But using them successfully can be a challenge. Carrie is chatting with Boyd Barnett and he’s going to run the gamut when it comes to how to set up, where to set up and how to not get your trail camera stolen. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 112 – Trail Cameras 101”

#HuntFishTravel 111 – #SharkWeek Special Episode – Shark Fishing in Massachusetts





#SharkWeek Special Episode – Shark Fishing in Massachusetts (where Jaws was filmed!!) with Captain Greg Sears of Mass Bay Charters.





#HuntFishTravel 108 – Hunting Antelope in Africa





#HuntFishTravel 108 – Hunting Antelope in Africa

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Willem Frost of Matlabas Game Hunters and I have a serious discussion on Antelope biology, and why they are different than Pronghorn.

We talk about poaching and why anti-hunting groups actually promote poaching without realizing it.

10 Tips for choosing an African Outfitter and some in depth hunting tactics for hunting antelope.
Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 108 – Hunting Antelope in Africa”

#HuntFishTravel 107 – Fishing in Boulder Junction, Wisconsin

Carrie and Rachel chat about the wicked weather the Midwest has been getting and then Carrie talks about her experience at White Birch Village Resort in Boulder Junction, Wisconsin for a writer’s weekend in the beginning of June.



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#HuntFishTravel 105 – Elk Hunting and Mule Deer Hunting in Arizona

“#HuntFishTravel 105 – Elk Hunting and Mule Deer Hunting in Arizona”




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This week’s guests are Cory Glauner and David Pereda of Outdoors International and GotHunts. We’re talking about Elk Hunting and Mule Deer Hunting in Arizona.

Why Arizona is the cream if the crop when it comes to quality game, what draw units are the best and what you can expect while hunting in the state. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 105 – Elk Hunting and Mule Deer Hunting in Arizona”

#HuntFishTravel 104 – Fishing & Vacationing in Belize

“#HuntFishTravel 104 – Fishing & Vacationing in Belize”



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In this episode we’ll be talking about the Fly Fishing Grand Slam and all sorts of fun stuff to do in Belize, like go fishing for big fish!
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#HuntFishTravel 99 – Archery Organizations Explained with Jahna Jurenka

“#HuntFishTravel 99 – Archery Organizations Explained with Jahna Jurenka”

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World Champion archer Jahna Jurenka stops by to help explain the differences between ASA, FITA, IBO, NFAA & USAA, what it takes to shoot in each and things you may want to consider if contemplating shooting professionally.

And then she answers some listener questions regarding travel expenses, practice, her set up and favorite memories.

Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 99 – Archery Organizations Explained with Jahna Jurenka”

#HuntFishTravel 098 – Bird Dogs with Ultimate Upland





We’re chatting about bird dog breeds, upland bird stamps, training tips and fun stories with Brian Koch of Ultimate Upland.
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Hunting from Natural Cover Part III by Blind Interaction

We’ve discussed locations and blind types in our previous segments. Obviously, both are important but having good cover in the perfect spot is useless if you don’t do the right things once inside. Knowing what you can get away with in regards to movement is paramount to having success from the ground. Continue reading “Hunting from Natural Cover Part III by Blind Interaction”

#HuntFishTravel 053 -The Phases of the Whitetail Rut





Are you interested in crossbows?  Not sure where to start when it comes to purchasing one?  Wondering which ones are the safest or why getting a crossbow for your family may be a better choice for your family rather than a compound or traditional bow? Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 053 -The Phases of the Whitetail Rut”

Wide Open Spaces: 30 Reasons the General Public Wishes They Could Go to SHOT Show

Wide Open Spaces gives us 30 reasons why the general public wishes they could attend SHOT Show.

By: Samantha Lile  January 25, 2015

The SHOT Show is the greatest display of firearms, hunting gear and military equipment the world has to offer, and the general public isn’t allowed to go.

Almost 64,000 shooting,hunting and outdoor trade affiliates attended the 2015 Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade Show (SHOT Show) Jan. 20-23 at Las Vegas’ Sands Expo Center, where they bought and sold plenty of firearms, ammunition, outdoors and even law enforcement, tactical and military equipment from more than 1,600 companies representing 150 countries.

The SHOT show isn’t open to the public, but there’s at least 30 reasons we wish it was:

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#HuntFishTravel 90 – ATA2015, 2014 Deer Season Wrap Up, 2014 Deer & Elk Success Stories





Carrie and Rachel chat it up about last season and ATA. And then we hear three different hunting success stories from all over the country. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 90 – ATA2015, 2014 Deer Season Wrap Up, 2014 Deer & Elk Success Stories”

ATA 2015 – The Archery Trade Show From A 3 Year Old’s Perspective

Asher Cain gives us the low down on what the 2015 ATA show was like from a 3 year old’s perspective.

By: Asher Cain (Written by Michelle Cain…he’s not that smart…yet)

The Archery Trade Show From A 3 Year Olds Perspective #ATA2015 #ATA #Hunting #ArcheryHi, my name is Asher and I’m three (holds up fingers to show you). My mommy says today we’re going to the ATA show. I don’t know what that is but mommy promised me that there are lots of toys there.
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#HuntFishTravel Podcast Live Coverage at #ATA2015

Live coverage from the tradeshow floor.

Listen in to the episodes recorded so far from the Archery Trade Association Tradeshow!  So many more to come, be sure to subscribe here —–> to be the first to receive the episodes as they are published.

~ Browning

Hawke Sport Optics

~ Hooker Deer Drag

~ Melissa Bachman

~ Tenzing

~ Dog Bone

~ Hot Shot Manufacturing

~ Mossy Oak

~ 10X

~ True Timber

~ Hot Shot Bonus Episode – Peep Sights Explained

~ Prois

~ Real Avid

~ Hunter’s Specialties Press Conference

~ Skull Hooker

~ Bow Chic

~ Easton Archery

~ Montana Decoy

~ Wasp Archery

~ ProTracker

~ Cobra Sights

~ New Breed Archery

~ Orion Coolers


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#HuntFishTravel Podcast Episode 89 – ATA2015 Preview

ATA 2015 preview with Amy Hatfield, Content Strategist for the Archery Trade Association, she’s going to tell us what new and returning attendees can expect this year in Indianapolis.

ATA 2015 preview with Amy Hatfield, Content Strategist for the Archery Trade Association, she’s going to tell us what new and returning attendees can expect this year in Indianapolis.
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#HuntFishTravel 88 – How to Shoot Like a Sniper with CheytacUSA

In this episode Carrie and Rachel ate chatting with Andrew of CheytacUSA. They talk about the 408 M300 Intervention, what is considered “long distance”, why hunters may need to shoot longer yardage, the fundamentals of sighting your rifle in for long ranges, shooting dirty, breathing techniques, customizing a rifle and recognizing elements like wind when you’re about to take a shot.

“#HuntFishTravel 88 – How to Shoot Like a Sniper with CheytacUSA”

In this episode Carrie and Rachel are chatting with Andrew of CheytacUSA. They talk about the 408 M300 Intervention, what is considered “long distance”, why hunters may need to shoot longer yardage, the fundamentals of sighting your rifle in for long ranges, shooting dirty, breathing techniques, customizing a rifle and recognizing elements like wind when you’re about to take a shot. Listen in to find out which movie the 408 M200 was featured in. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 88 – How to Shoot Like a Sniper with CheytacUSA”

Season 5 of His & Hers Outdoors TV to Premier on the Pursuit Channel

Season 5 premier! Don’t miss it, it’s sure to be an amazing season!

It is well known that I don’t care for most hunting tv shows out there.  I don’t care for the phoniness, or the high fence kills made to look like public land, I don’t care for the chest thumping and the egos and I definitely do not care for the “Good ‘ol Boys Club” mentality.

But I do watch a handful of hunting shows that have proven over time to produce exceptional content.  His & Hers TV is one of them.  I highly recommend you check them out this season.  ~CarrieZ

Contact Information:
His & Hers Outdoors TV
Jon Sissney – Host
jon@hisnhersoutdoors.com
His & Hers Outdoors Announces Premier of Season 5

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Oklahoma City, OK – His & Hers Outdoors is proud to announce the premier of Season 5 on the Pursuit Channel.

His & Hers Outdoors will be airing on the Pursuit Channel Sunday mornings at 9 AM EST, 8 AM CST, beginning January 4, 2015.
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Step by Step DIY European Mount

Step by step instructions on how to do a European Skull Mount with photos included.

Taxidermy is a great way of displaying your trophies once you have been lucky enough to harvest an animal. There are several ways that you can mount your trophy that all have different appeals. One way that I have started mounting my trophies is to do a European mount. A European mount is a classy way to mount your trophy that is an alternative to the classic shoulder mount.
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Kentucky Sandhill Cranes – Winter Wildlife Watching at Its Finest

Kentucky Sandhill CranesJust this week our fearless leader, publisher, and editor CarrieZ did a great post about winter eagle watching opportunities in Kentucky. But eagles aren’t the only outstanding bird watching opportunity during the winter months in Kentucky.

While Carrie was writing about the eagles, I was attending a sneak peek tour that was designed to give me the same experience that attendees of the upcoming Sandhill Crane Nature Watch Weekend at Barren River State Resort Park will enjoy.
Continue reading “Kentucky Sandhill Cranes – Winter Wildlife Watching at Its Finest”

#HuntFishTravel 086 – Tips for Staying Warm While Out Hunting

Rick Helke 1st ever supporter of the show joins to chat about staying warm in the bitter cold.

“#HuntFishTravel 88 – How to Shoot Like a Sniper with CheytacUSA”




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Carrie’s flying solo this week as she interviews Rick Helke, owner of Slumper Seats, the very first supporter of the show.

What is a Slumper Seat you ask? It is an incredibly comfortable seat cushion for your tree stand.

They talk about the Wisconsin based company, how it got started and the different models offered.

Then they take some listener questions and chat about ways to stay warm in the frigid temps we are sometimes forced to hunt in.
Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 086 – Tips for Staying Warm While Out Hunting”

Making Sense of Scent Control; a Product Comparison

With all the products on the market these days, it’s hard to tell what to use and what to avoid. I spent this hunting season field testing several manufacturers so I could come back and tell you what I think.

With all the products on the market these days, it’s hard to tell what to use and what to avoid. I spent this hunting season field testing several manufacturers so I could come back and tell you what I think.

Continue reading “Making Sense of Scent Control; a Product Comparison”

Eagle Watching in Kentucky and Missouri

A unique Kentucky State Park tradition – Eagle Watch Weekends – will be offered once again in January and February 2015.

We have a healthy eagle population here in Wisconsin. If you’re in a state that offers eagle watching you should definitely go and experience it.

“Eagle Watch Weekends Coming to Kentucky State Parks”
FRANKFORT, Ky. – A unique Kentucky State Park tradition – Eagle Watch Weekends – will be offered once again in January and February 2015.
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#HuntFishTravel 085 – Deer Scents, Lures & How to Make a Mock Scrape

This week Carrie and Rachel head down the rock ‘n’ roll rabbit hole, they reveal Carrie’s new rock and metal new album review podcast Rock Chick Radio and a sneak peek behind Rachel and Carrie’s upcoming podcast project “Wisconsin Restaurant Review“.

Then they are chatting it up with Brian Johansen from Buck Stop Scents, they talk about types of scents, where and how to put  them out and various questions about using them properly.

Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 085 – Deer Scents, Lures & How to Make a Mock Scrape”

Ground Hunting the Natural Way – Part Two

Now that your location has been set, let’s spend some time on blind construction. For starters, I’m not really fond of referring to the way I hunt as hunting out of a “blind” because it isn’t really a “blind” per say. When I think of “blind” I think of something synthetic like a store-bought pop-up. I prefer “enhancing natural cover” to creating a blind. For those who think I’m splitting hairs, you wouldn’t call food plots “baiting” would you? Same difference. Continue reading “Ground Hunting the Natural Way – Part Two”

#HuntFishTravel 083 – The Debacle That Was My South Dakota Mule Deer Hunt, debacle

Have you ever spent 15 hours completely lost in a dark canyon with no GPS, water or shelter? Well Carrie has and she’s telling the story from start to finish. Joined as always by Rachel Fontaine the conversation revolves around the mule deer hunt, the excitement, the let downs and of course the take-aways. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 083 – The Debacle That Was My South Dakota Mule Deer Hunt, debacle”

LOST! In the South Dakota Wilderness Part 1: The Canyon

It was about 10:30pm when I realized what I’d been taught as a young girl was not going to work out for me.

I’d gone down for an evening sit over a water hole that fateful Sunday evening around 4:30 pm. My phone wasn’t fully charged but I thought to myself “I’ll only be down there for about 2 hours so who cares?”

I’d settled in, snug under some branches of an old cottonwood tree, Continue reading “LOST! In the South Dakota Wilderness Part 1: The Canyon”

LOST! In the South Dakota Wilderness Part 2: The Fields

READ PART 1 HERE

Yes, I’d made it to the top of the canyon. That had been the goal. I had it in my head that if I could just make it to the top of the canyon, I could follow it back to where my truck was parked.

For some reason, I thought I was here:Thought I was hereBut in reality I was here: Continue reading “LOST! In the South Dakota Wilderness Part 2: The Fields”

4 Crucial Tips for Hunting from a Ground Blind

“4 Crucial Tips for Hunting from a Ground Blind”

For those of us that hunt in ground blinds instead of tree stands, we have to take extra precautions. Here are the 5 biggest lessons I’ve personally learned while out in the field. Continue reading “4 Crucial Tips for Hunting from a Ground Blind”

Gear Review: Zippo Outdoors Rugged Lantern

Let’s face it – every outdoorsman needs a good, durable, lantern. For those of us who spend time on the water at in the dark, wouldn’t a waterproof lantern that floats be just ticket? A lantern that floats. Sound like I am I asking for too much? Continue reading “Gear Review: Zippo Outdoors Rugged Lantern”

Paleo Garlic and Mixed Peppers Hot Sauce Recipe

A few years I interviewed Georgia Pellegrini about her book Modern Pioneering. The book had a whole section about container gardening for those of us that have limited space. Owning a condo, I have a 10X10 patio in the front and that’s about it. I’ve never really been one to garden since I didn’t have a ton of room. Continue reading “Paleo Garlic and Mixed Peppers Hot Sauce Recipe”