Duran Martinez - AM Outdoors Radio Show

THIS WEEKS SHOW

This is one of the shows that kind of goes off the beaten path. As we still take a look at new products that come from Michigan. We will also cover the events and seasons as they make their way towards us as fall approaches and I’ll be joined by good friend Steve Gruber as special co-host of the show.

WOODS N WATER WEEKEND

Woods N Water News writer Tom Campbell, will join us to give us all of the info for the 23rd annual Outdoors Weekend in Imaly City, MI that will take place September 11th thru the 13th. For more info visit the Woods N Water News website.                               

NEW PRODUCTS 

Mike and Doug from EP Hunting will join us to talk about their new broadhead called “The REIGN. ”   This broadhead is specifically engineered for today’s faster shooting bows. The guys from EP Hunting will describe the characteristics of the new REIGN broadhead and what makes it work.

 VHS (Viral Hemorrhagic Septecemia)

VHS has popped up in two Michigan lakes again this year. In both Lake St. Clair and Baseline Lake in Washtenaw county, cases of VHS has been found in fish kills. Gary Whelan, Michigan DNR Fish Specialist will talk about the causes of VHS, if it will affect humans and ways we can help the spread of this disease that causes fish to die off in large quantities.

WALLEYE 101 - Mark VanKampen

Walleye fishing this year can be summed up in one word. “Phenomenal!” Walleye fishing reports from the guys at Walleye 101 have been the same all year long. Fishing has been on fire from the Detroit River to Houghton Lake, down to Lake Erie on the Michigan side back up to the west side of the state on Lake Michigan.

Mark will give his forecast and share information about the upcoming Walleye 101 Trophy Hunts that you can be a part of by visiting their website at Walleye 101.com

 THE TRAIL AHEAD

Next week we will be joined by noted Michigan author Richard P. Smith. We will talk about his newest book titled “Great Michigan Deer Tales: Stories Behind Michigan’s Biggest Bucks.” This is the 5th volume in this series of tales that continue to shape Michigan as one of the premier whitetail hunting destinations.

Excalibur Crossbows will make an appearance to talk about their product as we move towards Michigan’s first ever all inclusive crossbow season for zone 3 and restricted seasons for zones 1 and 2.

FINAL THOUGHTS

As the first day of September draws near and the trees are starting their transformation to Michigan’s coat of many colors, excitement fills my body as the thought of early goose season and the promise of salmon returning to the streams and rivers to deposit the future of our fishing heritage.

It also brings with it the concern I feel every day, that our busy lives have taken away the time to teach our future generations that hunting and fishing is not only a sport, but an important lesson in conservation and preservation.

With new opportunities of early goose seasons, fall turkey and the youth deer season, we are given more and more chances to teach our youth the importance of the outdoors and the benefits of all Michigan has to offer. I can only hope that you make the time to educate a young person or invite a friend to join you on the trails, woods and waters of Michigan to help keep safe the future of our outdoor heritage.

Thank you for giving me the opportunity  to share my love of the outdoors with you each and every week. I look forward to meeting you on the trail ahead!

Duran Martinez                                                                                                                                                      Host - AM Outdoors

 IT’S ABOUT TIME!

If I had a nickel for every time I started a new blog, Michigan’s unemployment rate would be down to 6%. Seriously though,  believe me when I say that I feel the pain of those out of work. But the upside is, I have time to focus on the website and getting this show into every home and car radio in Michigan. There, enough complaining.

THIS WEEKS GUESTS

Having more time means a better show. I am happy to say that we have a great lineup this week and I am very proud of the show we have for you.

MI DNR Director, Rebecca Humphries- We will talk with the Michigan DNR Director  to cover the new “Pure Michigan Hunt” that was unveiled by the Director and Lieutenant Governor John Cherry on Monday. Three lucky Michigan hunters will be given the opportunity of a lifetime!

Dennis Ball - USA Custom Rods - Guys love camouflage, and were finding out that ladies do too…if it’s pink. So why not a great fishing rod in Mossy Oak “Break Up” or “Duck Blind?” Or how about pink camo for the ladies? Dennis Ball will have the info on why camo is the hottest new look in fishing rods and what benefits they can provide.

Jimmy Houston - Bass Pro legend Jimmy Houston joins us for conversation on his early career start, family and we even get a few tips from the man himself. Jimmy is a hall of famer that has graced America’s television sets for over 25 years and has sent more fish off with a kiss than most anglers have caught in a lifetime. This is a fun interview that you will want to catch for yourself.

The Knife Trader - After returning home from a relaxing family vacation from Michigan’s north country, I tried to fillet a trout that my daughter caught at a kids pond in St. Ignace. After disgracing the memory of this poor fish with about three dull knives (I could have found more, but three was all I could stomach without going crazy) I thought knife sharpening techniques and products would be a good topic for discussion. Listen to what advice Don from the Knife Trader in Lansing has to offer. You can also give him a call at (517)336-9010. Let him know you heard it from AM Outdoors!

 Tom Nelson - Rounding out our time, Time Nelson, Host of the American Archer television show checks in with an update from his latest trip to Africa. You can also see and talk to Tom in person at Cabela’s in Dundee, MI both Saturday and Sunday August 1st and 2nd.

Finally, I must sincerely apologize for the delay in updating the site. It needs it, I know. I will be working on it and we will be launching the new “Win My Gear” contest this month! Check out the show to find out more.

Tight lines and good hunting! I’ll see you on the trail ahead…

-Duran Martinez

TOM HUGGLER

Our good friend Tom Huggler joins us on the show to talk about the ”Becoming an Outdoor Writer” seminars in Grand Rapids (www.owaa.org). If you ever wanted to become an outdoor writer, or even radio host, this is where you will meet everyone in the business.

 JOE SCHOLTZ - FREE FISH DERBY ST. LOUIS, MI JUNE 13th, 2009

This year marks the 11th annual Free Fish Derby in St. Louis, Michigan. The “Middle of the Mitten” town has had a long running battle with PBB in the Pine River. Organizer, Joe Scholtz, along with a cast of thousands (OK, hundreds) come together each year to hold their annual Fish Derby at Leppien Park in St. Louis.

This year we hope to see all of you AM Outdoors listeners will join me while lining the banks of the Pine River to help bring awareness to this great town and the struggles they have endured since the original contamination of this waterway. No license or money needed. This is a completely free event and we hope that you will show your support by participating. Just click on the link to fine out all of the details of this great event. www.stlouismi.com. or http://www.stlouismi.com/1/stlouis/files/fishderby2009.pdf

RICHARD P. SMITH

Noted Michigan author and friend, Richard P. Smith will give us tips on how to deal with wildlife encounters in the Michigan Outdoors. Black Bear, Moose, Coyote, Fox and even the occasional Badger have the chance to cross our paths and Richard will gives us the tips we need to make our outdoor adventures fun and safe. Maybe Timothy Treadwell should have listened to AM Outdoors a bit more! www.richardpsmith.com

TIM NESTER

Finally, our illustrious Operations Manager, Tim Nester will offer his two cents worth in the field of kayaking and paddling the waterways of Michigan.

A novice, yet enthusiastic kayaker (great word), Tim will share periodic updates on whats hot and fun in the ways of aquatic recreation.

FINAL THOUGHTS

Next week we will get into camping as weather finally starts to warm up here in the Great Lakes State. We will also start talking about how you can “win my gear.”

Thanks for listening and reading! I’ll see you on the trail ahead.

THIS WEEKS SHOW 

Join us this week as we talk to my good friend and mentor, Tom Nelson. Tom along with good friend and Martin Archery Factory Rep., Bob Miles are responsible for my passion for archery hunting.

Tom will speak on summertime bow tips, and getting ready for October.

We are half way to the opener on October 1st. Are you ready? Do you think it’s to early to scout? Is it too early to hang treestands? Those questions and more. www.wolfcreekinc.com

Dan Kimmel is a Michigan bass pro that offers a few tips on early season bass angling. Tips for big smallies and largemouth. www.greatlakesbass.com

We also take a step outside of Michigan and talk with Dave Gannaway from the Illinois High School Association.

Dave has just finished up a bass tournament that features high-school kids from almost 200 different schools in Illinois. Find out who participated and how they finished up. www.thefuturefisheshere.org

 If you have a topic for the show or a guest you would like to hear, drop me a line. duran.martinez@citcomm.com

Sorry about missing last weeks listing. As Mr. Waddell put it a couple of weeks ago, “I have been busier than the tooth fairy in West Virginia.”

To our West Virginia listeners, just kidding! Waddell said it first!

Show season continues this weekend in Novi for Outdoorama. Four days instead of the week long production it used to be. But I am sure it will be every bit as good.

THIS WEEKS GUESTS

NEW PRODUCT INFO

First up this week, we speak to George Trulock from Trulock choke tubes in Whigham, Georgia.

Trulock has developed a new choketube for the Federal ammunition, Black Cloud. Personally, I am a huge fan of the tungsten and steel mix ammo, but had a hard time finding a choke tube that would work with this particular shot load.

After a bit of research (it fell in my lap) I found Trulock chokes and an interview was born.

We talk about the introduction of the choke tube and the good ol’ polychoke. Be sure to check this one out. You can never know enough about new products. www.trulockchokes.com

Talkin’ Turkey Vol. 1 with Al Stewart

This week, it’s time to talk turkey. Then we talk to our good friend, Al Stewart, from the Michigan DNR. Al is an upland game bird specialist and has been very active in the management of the wild turkey and watching their numbers flourish to numbers never before seen.

Al has also been very instrumental in the wild turkey cooperators patch program that the DNR offers and allows hunters to obtain their own one of three ways.

The first is as a successful hunter. Second, cooperator patches may be purchased directly from the DNR and last, youth may obtain a patch just for purchasing a wild turkey permit regardless of success. Find all of the information at the DNR website at www.michigan.gov/dnr.

Just a side note. Al will never tell you, but he was the recipient of the prestigious Henry S. Mosby Award at the NWTF’s national convention in Nashville, Tennessee this year. The award was presented to Al for his 30 plus years of dedication to conservation and helping others realize the enjoyment of the outdoors. I am proud to call him a friend and happy to have him on this weeks show.

OTHER TURKEY TALK

Nationally and even world renowned turkey hunter, Dick Kirby joins us on the show. Dick has recorded 26 consecutive wild turkey “Grand Slams” and a total of 55 to his credit.

Join us as he talks of his first time out turkey hunting and how it has changed his life forever to become one of the most successful turkey hunters ever.

This is a must hear for any hunter as we approach spring and the turkey seasons here in Michigan.

WALLEYE 101

Lance Valentine previews next weeks upcoming seminars for the free classes from Walleye 101.

This week: GPS and Sonar, plainly put; ”electronics.” Lance will cover electronics and the importance of learning your gear now rather than the first time out in the spring. Visit Lance out on the road along with Mark Van Kampen and a host of others ready to teach the techniques of finding more catchable fish. Check out our website at www.amoutdoorsradio.com for a link to Walleye 101. 

Please feel free to revisit the show through our pod-casts on the Michigan talk network site at http://www.michigantalknetwork.com/podcasts.html

Thanks for listening to the show and we look forward to seeing you soon!

MICHIGAN HUNTING & FISHING COLLECTORS CLUB

Greg Woodland - Greg talks about finding and collecting part of Michigan’s hunting heritage. Collecting outdoors related advertising, old hunting licenses and deer cooperator patches. Find out more @ www.mhflcc.com

LEE SMITH - COYOTE HUNTING (INTRODUCTION)

We’ll cover a good amount of beginner information to hunt predators here in Michigan. Tips on calls and technique will be covered. www.yellerdogcalls.com

LANCE VALENTINE - WALLEYE 101

Lance pulls a little extra duty to talk about safety during this weekly segment. Lance will also cover upcoming seminars around Michigan. You can find a location near you by going to our lynx page or head to  www.walleye101.com.

 MICHAEL WADDELL - BONE COLLECTORS

Michael joins us from Georgia where talks about growing up in the outdoors and what it’s like to be a proud American with a passion for family and the outdoors.

This will be an interview you do not want to miss. Truly in my opinoin in the top 5 of our short, but fun run of the show so far. www.michaelwaddell.com 

FROM DURAN

As we go forward through 2009, I have to say it has been a less than fun year. Many events have changed the lives of dear friends and family that we could not have foreseen.

Please know that we will continue to bring this show and more like to come for what we hope to be many years to come. I will do my best to push forward and protect the beautiful state that we live in and educate as many as will listen on the heritage of our outdoors community.

Our numbers are on rapid decline and there are many that would love to see it all go away. I personally will do all I can to defend what I love.

I have decided to bring more of the nationally known guests on the shows for this year for two reasons. The first is because as the popularity of outdoor television grows at an alarming rate, I feel that those who we allow into our living rooms can provide a more personal touch to the listener that cannot always afford :30 minutes of idle time.

The second is to allow the human side of these fine men and women be heard through fun question and answer interviews that you can’t always get from television.

I will always feature quality, Michigan guests and topics for this show. I was born here and I will probably die here. I can’t imagine a better place to be.

Thanks for listening!