Wisconsin Sportsman

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The state of Wisconsin has a rich and storied outdoor heritage and provides a plethora of opportunities for those who love to hunt, fish, and recreate outdoors. The Wisconsin Sportsman podcast exists to celebrate and spread a passion for natural resources and outdoor recreation in the state of Wisconsin. On this podcast we will discuss all things outdoors in the Badger State, from hunting, fishing, and conservation, to camping, hiking, and involving the entire family in the outdoors. We’ll hear from renowned experts, average Joes, Wisconsin based outdoor businesses, and much more. Tune in as we explore all this great state has to offer.

  1. Understanding Whitetails & Water

    4H AGO

    Understanding Whitetails & Water

    On this episode of The Wisconsin Sportsman, Pierce is joined by Zach Haas of Creek Bottom Land Management to talk all about how whitetails use water! Zach is a former aquatic biologist and lifelong deer hunter who combined his knowledge and passion into Creek Bottom Land Management over a decade ago. Zach shares the types of water that deer prefer and explains why not all water is created equal in the eyes of a whitetail. Then the guys discuss how to implement water on your property, or leverage an existing water hole if you're a public land hunter. All that and more in this week's episode! Get in touch with Zach about your whitetail property needs at www.creekbottomlandmgmt.com and follow along @creekbottomlandmgmt on social media Big thanks to our fantastic partners: Lone Wolf Custom Gear: www.lonewolfcustomgear.com onX Hunt: www.onxmaps.com Huntworth: www.huntworthgear.com Good Chance Fly Fishing: www.goodchanceflyfishing.com Wisconsin Backcountry Hunters & Anglers: www.backcountryhunters.org/wisconsin Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 26m
  2. E-Scouting Lakes Using onX Fish with Matthew Mendini

    FEB 24

    E-Scouting Lakes Using onX Fish with Matthew Mendini

    On this episode of The Wisconsin Sportsman, Pierce is joined by Matthew Mendini from the onX Fish team to learn more about the latest member of the onX family, and how to use it to catch more fish! Matthew is a Wisconsin-native who found himself as one of the OGs of the TroutRoutes team, and is now shifting his focus towards onX Fish. Matthew shares how he reached his current position through being an avid angler and outdoorsman, and then the guys dive into the key features of onX Fish, what sets it apart from other fishing apps, why technology seems to be more easily accepted in the lake-fishing community, Matthew's approach to e-scouting lakes for different species, where the app's data comes from, and how you can use onX Fish to explore more water this year! All that and more in this week's episode! Huge thanks to Matthew for coming on the show! To learn more about onX Fish, head on over to onxmaps.com/fish to set up a 7-day free trial, and follow along with Matthew's adventures @matthewkmendini on social media   Big thanks to our fantastic partners: Lone Wolf Custom Gear: www.lonewolfcustomgear.com onX Hunt: www.onxmaps.com Huntworth: www.huntworthgear.com Good Chance Fly Fishing: www.goodchanceflyfishing.com Wisconsin Backcountry Hunters & Anglers: www.backcountryhunters.org/wisconsin Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 9m
  3. Evolving Outdoorsmen with Ben O'Brien

    FEB 17

    Evolving Outdoorsmen with Ben O'Brien

    On this episode of The Wisconsin Sportsman, Pierce is joined by Ben O'Brien to talk about the constant evolution of being an outdoorsman!    Ben is a husband and father of three, an excellent outdoorsman, the founder of Woodside Media, and the Co-Host of The ROOST Show. In this episode, Ben shares what his early days working in the outdoor industry were like, how he navigated life and career changes with the help of some great mentors, and some of the realizations and subsequent changes he faced as he became a husband and father while working in the outdoor space. The guys dive into the importance of asking ourselves and others difficult questions and having tough conversations. And Ben shares the story of his son's first turkey harvest last spring, and the emotions, conversations, and questions that surrounded that experience for the two of them. Last but not least, Ben touches on his love of Wisconsin hunting culture, and shares his turkey hunting plans for 2026 which include a trip back to the Duren Farm to settle the score with a nemesis turkey named Limpy. All that and more in this week's episode!   A massive thank you to Ben for coming on the show! Be sure to go check out Ben and Sam on the best dang turkey hunting podcast out there @roostshow to get fired up for this spring, and follow along with Ben's adventures @bennyob301 and @woodsidemedia and woodsidemedia.co   Big thanks to our fantastic partners:   Lone Wolf Custom Gear: www.lonewolfcustomgear.com   onX Hunt: www.onxmaps.com   Huntworth: www.huntworthgear.com   Good Chance Fly Fishing: www.goodchanceflyfishing.com   Wisconsin Backcountry Hunters & Anglers: www.backcountryhunters.org/wisconsin Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 7m
  4. Conservation in Action with George Ermert & Alec Bekkers

    FEB 10

    Conservation in Action with George Ermert & Alec Bekkers

    On this episode of The Wisconsin Sportsman, Pierce is joined by George Ermert and Alec Bekkers to share an update on the push for a Sandhill Crane Hunt and the continuation of the Knowles-Nelson stewardship program. The guys recap last month's Camo at the Capitol event, and share how conversations went with Wisconsin's lawmakers regarding the introduction of a responsible sandhill crane hunt, and the Knowles-Nelson stewardship fund. George shares his thoughts on the fantastic turnout from the event, and then updates us on the status of both bills sharing how close we really are to advancing them!  It's important to note that the hearing of these bills ends on February 19th, and hunters & anglers must contact their state representatives before then if we want to continue pushing these bills forward.    TAKE ACTION THROUGH BACKCOUNTRY HUNTERS & ANGLERS www.backcountryhunters.com/take_actionCall the US Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121 and ask to speak with your representativeLet's make this happen!   Big thanks to our fantastic partners: Lone Wolf Custom Gear: www.lonewolfcustomgear.com onX Hunt: www.onxmaps.com Huntworth: www.huntworthgear.com Good Chance Fly Fishing: www.goodchanceflyfishing.com Wisconsin Backcountry Hunters & Anglers: www.backcountryhunters.org/wisconsin Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 3m
  5. Exploring the Driftless with Erik Johnsen

    FEB 3

    Exploring the Driftless with Erik Johnsen

    On this episode of The Wisconsin Sportsman, Pierce is joined by Erik Johnsen to talk about using TroutRoutes in the Driftless Region, and tying flies to catch more fish! Erik is the Community Marketing Manager at TroutRoutes, and an avid fly angler who has spent time chasing countless species all over the country. In this episode, the guys discuss the pain of a long winter for trout anglers, how to use TroutRoutes in the Driftless and beyond, favorite tools within the app, how to e-scout for trout, Erik's fly business: Weights & Measures Co., and Driftless streamer tactics to help you catch more fish. All that and more in this week's episode! Be sure to give TroutRoutes a try by visiting troutroutes.com, and be sure to check out the awesome patterns Erik is whipping up over at Weights & Measures Co at weightsandmeasures.co Follow along with Erik @erikjohnsen    Big thanks to our fantastic partners:   Lone Wolf Custom Gear: www.lonewolfcustomgear.com   onX Hunt: www.onxmaps.com   Huntworth: www.huntworthgear.com   Good Chance Fly Fishing: www.goodchanceflyfishing.com   Wisconsin Backcountry Hunters & Anglers: www.backcountryhunters.org/wisconsin   TAKE ACTION THROUGH BACKCOUNTRY HUNTERS & ANGLERS www.backcountryhunters.com/take_actionCall the US Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121 and ask to speak with your representative   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 16m
  6. Tall Tines & Trap Lines with Tony Van Asten

    JAN 27

    Tall Tines & Trap Lines with Tony Van Asten

    On this episode of The Wisconsin Sportsman, Pierce is joined by Tony Van Asten to learn about Tony's success hunting giant bucks in the Driftless! Tony is a Wisconsin-Native and outstanding outdoorsman, who spends the colder months of his year chasing deer, running trap lines, and shed hunting in the Driftless region of Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota. In this conversation, the guys discuss Tony's plans for trapping camp, and recap how he got an arrow in a Driftless giant this past fall. After that, Tony gives a phenomenal breakdown of how he sees bucks move through hilly terrain, and leverage thermals and multiple beds to monitor their surroundings. All that and more in this week's episode!   Be sure to check out Tony's YouTube channel @tonyvanasten and follow along with his adventures on Instagram @tonyva3    Big thanks to our fantastic partners:   Lone Wolf Custom Gear: www.lonewolfcustomgear.com   onX Hunt: www.onxmaps.com   Huntworth: www.huntworthgear.com   Good Chance Fly Fishing: www.goodchanceflyfishing.com   Wisconsin Backcountry Hunters & Anglers: www.backcountryhunters.org/wisconsin   TAKE ACTION THROUGH BACKCOUNTRY HUNTERS & ANGLERS www.backcountryhunters.com/take_actionCall the US Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121 and ask to speak with your representative Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 30m
  7. Hunting for Fulfillment with Kent Boucher

    JAN 20

    Hunting for Fulfillment with Kent Boucher

    On this episode of The Wisconsin Sportsman, Pierce is joined by Kent Boucher to talk about the evolution of a hunter's approach to life. Kent is the Production Manager at Hoksey Native Seeds, Co-Host of The Prairie Farm Podcast, and host of The First Gen Hunter Podcast. In this episode, the guys dive into the importance of physical activity in nature for mental health, the journey of a first-gen hunter, and the impacts of social media on the hunting community. Kent shares how increased responsibilities at work and with a growing family have influenced his hunting priorities, while also emphasizing the importance of shared experiences and conversations around conservation. And the guys highlight the importance of being present in the moment and finding contentment in the outdoors. All that and more in this week's episode!   Huge thanks to Kent for taking time to come on the show! Be sure to check out the fantastic work he and the team are doing over at Hoksey Native Seeds, The Prairie Farm Podcast, and The First Gen Hunter Podcast.   Lastly, if you want to watch this episode, head on over to The Wisconsin Sportsman YouTube Channel!   Big thanks to our fantastic partners: Lone Wolf Custom Gear: www.lonewolfcustomgear.com onX Hunt: www.onxmaps.com Huntworth: www.huntworthgear.com Good Chance Fly Fishing: www.goodchanceflyfishing.com Wisconsin Backcountry Hunters & Anglers: www.backcountryhunters.org/wisconsin TAKE ACTION THROUGH BACKCOUNTRY HUNTERS & ANGLERS www.backcountryhunters.com/take_actionCall the US Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121 and ask to speak with your representative Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 35m
  8. Hill Country Redemption with Jake Fleischman

    JAN 13

    Hill Country Redemption with Jake Fleischman

    On this episode of The Wisconsin Sportsman, Pierce sits down with Jake Fleischman to recap his 2025 season and how he arrowed a hill country bruiser! Jake is a Wisconsin-native from the northwoods who has spent the last five years learning the intricacies of hunting the hilly terrain of the Driftless region. The guys dive into how Jake interprets deer sign throughout a year by analyzing scrapes and using rub lines to tell him when a deer uses an area. Then Jake shares the story of how he set himself up to make a great shot on a huge hill country buck during the rut! Be sure to go check out The Untrained Outdoorsman podcast which is hosted by Jake, and follow along with his adventures on social media @_jakefleischman_ Big thanks to our fantastic partners: Lone Wolf Custom Gear: www.lonewolfcustomgear.com onX Hunt: www.onxmaps.com Huntworth: www.huntworthgear.com Good Chance Fly Fishing: www.goodchanceflyfishing.com Wisconsin Backcountry Hunters & Anglers: www.backcountryhunters.org/wisconsin   TAKE ACTION THROUGH BACKCOUNTRY HUNTERS & ANGLERS www.backcountryhunters.com/take_actionCall the US Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121 and ask to speak with your representative Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 20m
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The state of Wisconsin has a rich and storied outdoor heritage and provides a plethora of opportunities for those who love to hunt, fish, and recreate outdoors. The Wisconsin Sportsman podcast exists to celebrate and spread a passion for natural resources and outdoor recreation in the state of Wisconsin. On this podcast we will discuss all things outdoors in the Badger State, from hunting, fishing, and conservation, to camping, hiking, and involving the entire family in the outdoors. We’ll hear from renowned experts, average Joes, Wisconsin based outdoor businesses, and much more. Tune in as we explore all this great state has to offer.

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  • Creator
    Sportsmen's Empire
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    230
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2021 Sportsmen's Empire
  • Show Website
    Wisconsin Sportsman

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