Episodes

  • This Episode is for the Birds (and Fisherman too)

    This Episode is for the Birds (and Fisherman too)
    Mar 28 2026
    As April approaches, WTMJ Outdoors dives into spring hunting and fishing season in Wisconsin. Captain Mark Hering, owner of King of Kings Sport Fishing Charters, previews the upcoming Lake Michigan season and what anglers can expect when chasing trout and salmon on the big lake. Taylor Finger, Game Bird Ecologist with the Wisconsin DNR, breaks down turkey hunting season, including safety tips and what hunters need to know before heading out. And Brad Heidel, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Waterfowl Association, shares insights on habitat work and advocacy efforts supporting duck hunters across the state. Catch WTMJ Outdoors on 620 WTMJ or anytime on the podcast page. Sponsored by Outdoor Living Unlimited.
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    38 mins
  • Build a Deck and Cook a Fish

    Build a Deck and Cook a Fish
    Mar 21 2026
    As winter winds down and spring approaches, WTMJ Outdoors looks ahead to warmer days and more time outside. Host Steve Scaffidi is joined by Eric Brown, owner of Outdoor Living Unlimited, to discuss how to transform your backyard into the ultimate outdoor space — from design to final build. Keri Beck from the Langlade County Economic Development Corporation highlights the many spring and summer activities waiting in one of Wisconsin’s top outdoor destinations. And Kelsey Murphy of Safe Catch shares tips on how to enjoy your ice fishing haul — or great alternatives if the fish weren’t biting this winter. WTMJ Outdoors airs every Saturday afternoon on 620 WTMJ, or anytime on the podcast page. Sponsored by Outdoor Living Unlimited.
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    38 mins
  • Outdoor treasures and trophies

    Outdoor treasures and trophies
    Mar 15 2026
    This week’s WTMJ Outdoors covers everything from a major outdoor expo to the art of taxidermy and the science behind finding deer sheds. Brandon Censky previews the Open Season Sportsman’s Expo at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells, featuring 300 vendors, national exhibitors, and seminars for outdoor enthusiasts. Kyle Schmidt of Northwoods Taxidermy shares how experience and attention to detail help turn trophy deer into lifelike mounts hunters can treasure for years. And Lindsay Thomas, Chief Communications Officer for the National Deer Association, offers science-based tips to improve your odds when searching for deer antler sheds. Sponsored by Outdoor Living Unlimited.
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    38 mins
  • Driving into the 2026 golf season

    Driving into the 2026 golf season
    Mar 7 2026
    It may only be March, but golf season is already on the minds of Wisconsinites — and this week’s WTMJ Outdoors goes all in on the game. Award-winning golf writer Gary D’Amato shares his perspective on the rise of Wisconsin golf, from world-class public courses to hosting major championships like the U.S. Open and Ryder Cup. Rob Jansen, Executive Director of the Wisconsin State Golf Association, discusses promoting the game statewide — from tournaments to helping everyday golfers manage their handicap. And Gabe Neitzel of 94.5 ESPN, who played more than 70 rounds last year, talks about his favorite public courses and why Wisconsin truly is a premier golf destination.
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    41 mins
  • Preparing for syrup, expos and more outdoor fun

    Preparing for syrup, expos and more outdoor fun
    Feb 28 2026
    This week’s WTMJ Outdoors takes you to one of the biggest outdoor sportsman’s events in Wisconsin coming up in March, to the latest conditions on the ATV/UTV and snowmobiling trails of the state, to one of our favorite Wisconsin traditions, maple syrup season!
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    38 mins
  • Musky fishing, sports show and prairie preservation

    Musky fishing, sports show and prairie preservation
    Feb 21 2026
    From trophy musky fishing to conservation efforts across Wisconsin and the return of one of the state’s most popular winter traditions, this week’s WTMJ Outdoors covers it all. Steve Heiting of Minocqua — Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame member, guide, and outdoors writer — shares insight on musky fishing and his work educating anglers across the Midwest. Stephen Buzza, Event Director of the 85th Annual Milwaukee Sports Show (March 6–8 at the Wisconsin State Fair Expo Center), previews this year’s show featuring more than 200 exhibitors, the lumberjack show, trout pond, and more. And Eric Norberg of the Milwaukee Audubon Society highlights conservation projects, including prairie seeding near Horicon Marsh. WTMJ Outdoors airs Saturdays at 2 p.m. on 620 WTMJ or anytime on the podcast page. Sponsored by Outdoor Living Unlimited.
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    38 mins
  • It's summer in winter!

    It's summer in winter!
    Feb 14 2026
    Even if winter weather has you bundled up, WTMJ Outdoors is bringing the heat with a special “Summer in Winter” edition. From waterskiing and kayaking to Great Lakes surfing, this episode celebrates Wisconsin’s warm-weather adventures. Luke Raymer, President of the Wisconsin Water Ski Federation, previews major events including the Think Tank Water Ski Convention & Expo in Wisconsin Dells and the Wisconsin Water Ski Show Championships in Wisconsin Rapids. Beth Handle, owner of Milwaukee Kayak Company, shares her passion for kayaking and canoeing along Milwaukee’s waterways. And Shawn Knitt, owner of The Board Shack in Port Washington, talks Lake Michigan surfing and embracing beach culture on Wisconsin’s shores. Presented by Outdoor Living Unlimited.
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    38 mins
  • Keeping Up with Nature

    Keeping Up with Nature
    Feb 7 2026
    On this week’s episode of WTMJ Outdoors, we explore the connection between conservation, fishing, and a lifelong love of the outdoors in Wisconsin. Aaron Schiller, Senior Fisheries Biologist with the Wisconsin DNR, provides an update on fish populations and explains how anglers help supply real-time conditions across the state. Paul Reith, Vice-Chair of the Wisconsin Conservation Congress, previews topics facing hunters and anglers and how Wisconsinites can share feedback at upcoming Spring hearings. And Dusty Weiss, President of PodCamp Media, reflects on returning to scouting and how parenting has renewed his appreciation for time spent outdoors. WTMJ Outdoors airs Saturdays from 2–3 p.m. on 620 WTMJ, or anytime at WTMJ.com. Sponsored by Outdoor Living Unlimited.
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    38 mins