Duran Martinez - AM Outdoors Radio Show

PODCAST IS ON THE WEB 

If you missed our show from 9/27, don’t worry! Go to www.michigantalknetwork.com and look for it on the “listen” and weekend podcasts.

Mark Farner from Grand Funk Railroad, and my good friend, joins us for the 2nd anniversary of AM Outdoors. Mark has been on with us since show #2. Mark is truly the “Rock Patriot” and an avid outdoorsman. Check him out as he talks about his old bands, Flint affiliate WTRX 1330 Sports Xtra then known as “Trix.” 

TREESTAND SAFETY

We also discuss treestand safety with the President of Hunter Safety System, John Wydner.

Other Guests

We also talk to Lance Valentine from Walleye 101 and Jack Horning from National Bass Anglers Association.

 ROSCOBY RISER CAM COMES TO AM OUTDOORS 10/4/08

Have you ever wanted to be part of your own outdoors television show? Well, an Ann Arbor company has brought the average outdoorsman a little closer. This Saturday we will speak to the manufacturers of the Roscoby Riser Cam. A digital camera that attaches to your bow in the same position as that of your stabilizer.

We’ll also take your calls and share stories of your bow season and cover the recent youth hunt here in Michigan.

And if you thought the fight over CWD in Michigan was over. Think again. It’s starting to heat up as the store owners and farmers that sell the corn, sugar beets and carrots as bait for deer hunters, enter a court battle over the ban on baiting.

The battle of words heats up as well. Outdoor writers in Michigan newspapers are taking heat for their columns. Writers and columnists receive heated emails over their stance on baiting and what is right for the state of Michigan.

Although my opinion has been stated before, it still has not changed. Taking a stance when you see the points of both sides makes for a difficult position. Let’s just say, I’m a little on the fence and leaning one way. And most of you now which way that is.

 -Duran 

NEW AFFILIATE JOINS  AM OUTDOORS

Starting Sunday September 21, AM Outdoors welcomes 1450 AM WKLA to the AM Outdoors Family.

Were proud to have the Ludington area join us, especially as we head into fall with Salmon and Walleye making their way to the rivers.

FITTING LINE UP

Since we are welcoming a new affiliate, I figured it would be fitting to have Captain Michael Tilman from Tilman Outfitters join us to talk about Lake Michigan fishing and the steelhead getting ready to run in the Muskegon river. We’ll also talk to Lance Valentine from Walleye 101.  Also, as we approach National Fishing and Hunting day in the US, we’ll find out how to get more people involved with the true American Family Past time, the outdoors.

ON THE ROAD 

This weekend should be beautiful! If you get the chance, I’ll be at Signature Ford on Lansing Rd. in Perry from 10:00 to 4:oo. Denny Emmer and the Crew will have an outdoors expo of sorts. Wolf Creek’s Steve Gruber will be on hand and lot’s of other outdoors guests and enthusiasts will be on hand as well.

3-D SHOOT 

Also this weekend, Thorny Acres Archery Club will have their last 3-D shoot for the year. I will be out there with Jerry and the folks from about 12:00 noon - 3:00 pm. Thorny Acres is located in Elsie. A great time will be had for sure. Hope to see you at either event.

-Duran >>>—->

AM OUTDOORS ANYTIME!

Thanks to MTN Producer Frank Malcangi, you can now get the past few shows on podcast. Frank has put the past couple of shows on that cover both sides of the CWD issue and some great fishing tips from Walleye 101 (www.walleye101.com) as well.

We hope that you will visit: http://www.michigantalknetwork.com/podcasts.html for the latest in our podcast shows.

Thanks for listening to AM Outdoors on the Michigan Talk Network!

 -Duran >>>—->

FREE WEEKLY DRAWINGS

Make sure to send us an email with your name, address and shirt size (up to XXL) and we will do a weekly drawing for an AM Outdoors T-shirt!

We will also do drawings for great prizes from the folks at Bass Pro Shops, Gander Mountain and others. Just drop a line to duran.martinez@citcomm.com with “Weekly Drawing” in the subject box. If you live outside of the pickup area, we’ll get it to you! Good luck and get those letters in.

This will also help build our data base for future email blasts and updates on guests for the show.

WE DO NOT share our email or listener information with anyone! This is for AM Outdoors only and we would love to hear from you.

LETTERS

Make sure you send us emails with what you like about the show, what you hate and what you think we should cover. This will help us keep moving in the right direction for everyone. If you have questions for our recurring guest like Lance Valentine from Walleye 101 or Tom Nelson, host of the American Archer, get those in as well. We will have them read live on the air and you can  get your answers from the pros in their respective fields.

This is what we built this show on. You the listener.

As always “thank you.” From all of us at AM Outdoors.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

If you or someone you know would like to be a part of the most informative outdoors radio program in Michigan, then your just a call or email away.

AM Outdoors is always looking for new advertisers and sponsors for our show. We ar syndicated in some of the most outdoors minded areas in the state and would really appreciate the opportunity to work for you.

ABOUT THE SHOW 

AM Outdoors was founded and is hosted by 15 year Lansing radio personality, Duran Martinez.

A lifelong Michigan resident, Duran brings the topics and guests to a two hour weekly program that cover a range of topics and issues from all over the US. Especially those most important to Michigan. ”We offer the listener the opportunity to ask questions and talk to the experts themselves, rather than make the show about the host.”

WHO TO CONTACT

If you would like to contact someone regarding sposorship or advertising,  please call Duran Martinez direct at (517)887-3258. You may also email him at duran.martinez@citcomm.com. 

We appreciate your interest in AM Outdoors and hope to hear from you soon!

Duran >>>—->

Natural Resources Commission to meet on September 11, 2008

Michigan’s NRC will have their monthly meeting this Thursday, September 11th to discuss the current state of affairs for Michigan’s natural resources as well as talk about the current issue that has been all of the buzz, CWD.

Now, I don’t expect to lift the ban on baiting and feeding in the Lower Peninsula, but I am sure that there will be much discussion that revolves around it.

When the directive was put into effect a few weeks back, many concerns were raised about the immediate impact on Michigan’s 1.6 billion dollar outdoors industry relating to hunting and fishing.

Without question, the immediate impact is being felt all over. Meijer stores for one have pulled any bait or baiting materials from their shelves. Understandable to a degree. With the knowledge that Michigan hunter’s and deer enthusiasts cannot feed nor bait whitetail deer. What sense would there be to invest and or sell product that is sometimes used for such purposes. At the same time, there is no ban on the sale of said products, only the restricted use. On the same note, whose to say that said product would not be making it’s way to the U.P. for hunting purposes there.

I am not trying to encourage the criminal element, only playing devil’s advocate to the possibilities of carrying that particular product. People are going to bait regardless. It’s a fact.

ON THE OTHER HAND

The long term impact  CWD could have on Michigan’s impact could far outweigh the initial damage of a temporary ban on feeding and baiting.

CWD Could decimate a herd an leave it to absolutely nothing. Causing Michigan to lose more licensed hunters than we already have lost. Costing us revenue normally made by those who make a good portion of their  living from out of state visitors that make their way to Michigan every year during this magical season.

As we have all learned, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” I guess we’ll see if this bit of prevention was worthy of it, or if it was like putting a tourniquet on a paper cut.

 -Duran >>>—->

AM OUTDOORS WELCOMES GRIM REAPER (BROADHEADS)

Since I was first introduced to Grim Reaper Broadheads by my good friend Tom Nelson, I have had a great respect for this mechanical broadhead.

Now keep in mind, what I use may not be right for you. I just give you the information on what I have used and how they work for me. As far as broadheads go, everyone has their favorite. From Muzzy, to G5, to Thunderhead. Everyone has what they like. And not everybody is sold on mechanical broadheads.

THE PITCH 

Now the pitch. Ahem, I use Grim Reaper Broadheads because…they work for me. The type in question are the 100 gr. Razorcut. With a solid “Trocrazor” tip (Trocar:Fr. Three sided) (Razor: Really. I don’t think I have to explain this part) and three razor sharp blades that expand to 1 - 3/8″ inches.  I’ll save all of the technical stuff for their site at www.grimreaperbroadheads.com

WHY WE CARE 

The reason for all of the hype is because of much badgering and pleading, Matt and the gang at Grim Reaper have conceded to letting me become a member of their media staff. A huge victory for AM Outdoors because we were going to shoot their broadheads either way. This is just easier to get the good word out. We work hard for every harvest and are proud of the work we do on the show. Were also proud that Grim Reaper Broadheads have seen us to be worthy of having their name attached to what we have worked very hard to accomplish. So thanks for making me a member of the Media Staff for Grim Reaper Broadheads.

 Duran                                                                                                                 >>>—->