Category: Hunt Fish Travel Podcast

#HuntFishTravel 119 – Success in Michigan and Hunting Illinois

“HuntFishTravel 119 – Success in Michigan and Hunting Illinois with Sharkey Outfitters”

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Brandon Hammonds of the Take Aim Outdoors Podcast joins me as a special co-host this week.

We’re talking to Rob Sharkey of Sharkey Outfitters about hunting Illinois with his unique almost DIY style outfit.

And Brandon tells us the story about his Michigan buck. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 119 – Success in Michigan and Hunting Illinois”

#HuntFishTravel 118 – Gator Hunting in Mississippi




“(NSFW – explicit language) #HuntFishTravel 118 – Gator Hunting in Mississippi”

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This week I’m joined by Ed Geppert and Dave Jackson, we’re talking about how an Illinois boy got involved with with gator hunting down in Mississippi, how a non resident can hunt them, tactics for hunting and securing them, how to tell if it’s a male or female and of course…shenanigans. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 118 – Gator Hunting in Mississippi”

#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”

#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!”

#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.

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#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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#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”

#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”

#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”

#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”

#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”

#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”

#HuntFishTravel 081 – Mosquito Repellents and the Hunter

Carrie & Rachel chat it up this week about the mosquito repellents they use, the mosquito repellents they’d never use and the length most mosquito repellents even last.
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#HuntFishTravel 078 – Keeping Your Game Fresh after the Kill

You’ve killed it and field dressed it but now what? Wild World of CarrieZ’s newest blogger and Wildlife Information Specialist, Certified Fisheries Biologist for the Indiana DNR Michelle Cain is this week’s guest. We’re going to talk about how not to spoil the meat once you have an animal on the ground. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 078 – Keeping Your Game Fresh after the Kill”

#HuntFishTravel 076 – 2014 Wisconsin Deer Hunting Regulations Explained

This week we’re joined by Kevin Wallenfang from the WI DNR. Rachel and I ask him every question we can think of and he’s kind enough to break it all down for us. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 076 – 2014 Wisconsin Deer Hunting Regulations Explained”

#HuntFishTravel 074 – Fall Walleye Tactics with Marble-EYE Slayers

Fall is hunting season. Yes, we know. But it’s also the best fishing season too! This week we are talking to pro tournament anglers Jeff Otis and Scott Ludwig. They are going to let us in on some of the fishing tactics the pro’s use so we can all catch dinner too!
Plus Rachel got a new dog, listen in to the story of how she came to be a new dog owner. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 074 – Fall Walleye Tactics with Marble-EYE Slayers”

#HuntFishTravel 072 – Bowhunting Preseason Checklist

This week I’m joined by Phillip Johnson of Tall Tine Bowstrings and Glacial Lakes Archery.

He gives us the run down on what we should be doing to get ready for the upcoming archery hunting season. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 072 – Bowhunting Preseason Checklist”

#HuntFishTravel 070 – Tips for Cutting Shooting Lanes with Wicked Tree Gear

John Mulligan; VP of Sales & Marketing for Wicked Tree Gear joins us this week to talk about where, how much and when to even cut a shooting lane, tree saws and online hunting shows.

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#HuntFishTravel 068 – Antler Growth and Organizing Your Trail Cam Photos with HuntForce

What are antlers? Why do they grow the way they do? What makes them big and sometimes gnarley? What the heck is “Velvet”?

All these questions are answered during this week’s episode where we sit down with President of HuntForce Jim White. We’ll talk Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 068 – Antler Growth and Organizing Your Trail Cam Photos with HuntForce”

#HuntFishTravel 067 – Archery Tips to Make You a Better Bowhunter

In this week’s episode I’m joined by World Champion Archer, Jahna Davis-Jurenka, we talk about how she got started in the pro archery world, tips for summer practice, and all about her new woman’s clothing line Bow Chic. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 067 – Archery Tips to Make You a Better Bowhunter”

#HuntFishTravel 065 – Tips for Planning an Out of State Elk Hunt

Mia Anstine from Wolf Creek Outfitters joins us this week to talk about how you go about booking, what you need to do to get ready and what to expect when you book an out of state elk hunt. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 065 – Tips for Planning an Out of State Elk Hunt”

#HuntFishTravel 064 – Turkey Hunting in WI and NY

Tune in to find out if Carrie or Rachel got a bird this year and Dan Small joins us this week as we discuss turkey hunting in both Wisconsin and New York. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 064 – Turkey Hunting in WI and NY”

#HuntFishTravel 062 – Full Strut; Bowhunting for Turkey’s with Heartland Bowhunter

We have Heartland Bowhunter‘s Michael Hunsucker and Shawn Luchtel on the line with us this week to talk about turkey hunting tactics using archery equipment, their go to set up and a sneak peak on an upcoming episode.
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#HuntFishTravel 061 – Turkey Killing in Comfort

In this episode Rachel and I sit down with Blair Michele from Spectra Shot to talk about their Field Staff program, what the heck a “Rugarou” is, why shooting different colored shot saves a lot of arguments and provides more accurate scoring for skeet and trap. And then he explains to us the technical details about the White Lightening Turkey Load, and how the NWTF Still Target Challenge shooters requested a turkey load that could be shot in competition as well as hunting that manages the recoil and how Spectra Shot answered the call. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 061 – Turkey Killing in Comfort”

#HuntFishTravel 060 – Hunting Leases….NEVER AGAIN!

An accurate depiction of Carrie's WI Hunting Lease experience...
An accurate depiction of Carrie’s WI Hunting Lease experience…

Lease land for deer hunting they said.

It’ll be fun they said.

Yeah, not so much.

This week I’m joined by my new co-host Rachel and Jay Scott from the Big Buck Registry Big Buck Podcast. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 060 – Hunting Leases….NEVER AGAIN!”

#HuntFishTravel 058 – Gun Safety with the Judge

Julie Mogenis of World Wide Adventures TV visits us to talk about her inspirational journey to overcome death and go on to accomplish one of the world’s greatest feats.

And why you should always make sure your gun is actually unloaded. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 058 – Gun Safety with the Judge”

#HuntFishTravel 056 – Modern Pioneering with Georgia Pellegrini

Georgia joins me for a chat about being the ultimate Girl Hunter


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#HuntFishTravel 052 – Deer Stewards, Buck Poles and Late Season Food Plots

This week on the Wild World of CarrieZ Hunting, Fishing and Outdoor Podcast Carrie Zylka chats with Matt Ross; Certification Programs Manager for the Quality Deer Management Association about the two different deer steward courses and why everyone should consider taking one. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 052 – Deer Stewards, Buck Poles and Late Season Food Plots”

#HuntFishTravel 049 – Saugers and Walleyes on Lake Wisconsin

In this episode we’ll be chatting with Joel Ballweg, a fishing guide from SE WI, in our interview we’ll discuss tactics for catching more fish, a special metal line used for trolling, and you’ll find out if I actually caught anything!
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#HuntFishTravel 047 – Introducing Your Young Child to the Sport of Archery

Kids and archery; I  don’t have an interview this week so in this short episode we’ll be talking about a topic that’s raised its head in my world lately.
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#HuntFishTravel 045 – Bowhunting New Zealand with Reel Shot Outdoors

In this episode we’ll talk to Jodie and Brandon Carter of Reel Shot Outdoors about hunting Red Stag in New Zealand and how they’re taking their next season to the next level. Continue reading “#HuntFishTravel 045 – Bowhunting New Zealand with Reel Shot Outdoors”

#HuntFishTravel 044 – WI Free Fishing Weekend

In this episode we’ll be talking about a CarrieZ Wild Ones blogging casting call, we’ll chat with the WI Lt. Governor about the upcoming free fishing weekend coordinated by the WI DNR and then I’ll share a rant I couldn’t help but write about Memorial Day Facebook Status Updates.

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