In this episode, I interview Captain Jay Withers, owner of Silverlining Charters. We discuss Captain Jay's journey from being a diamond dealer in Ohio to becoming a fishing guide in Florida. The conversation highlights the beauty of Punta Gorda, the excitement of fishing for the Florida inland slam, and the various activities available in the area. Captain Jay shares his passion for fishing and guiding, as well as upcoming adventures in...you're not going to believe this...Wisconsin of all places... and the Bahamas.

• 02:02 Introduction to Captain Jay Withers and Silverlining Charters
• 06:08 Captain Jay's Journey from Ohio to Florida
• 09:57 Guiding and Fishing Adventures in Florida
• 13:22 The Florida Inland Slam Experience
• 16:55 Exploring Punta Gorda and Englewood Area
• 20:13 The Resilience of Florida's Tourism
• 22:53 Upcoming Fishing Adventures and Future Plans

Links:

• Captain Jay's Website
• Guidelines TV YouTube Channel

In this episode of the Hunt Fish Travel Podcast, I sit down with author Ted Rulseh to talk about his latest book, You Should Have Been Here Last Week, a heartfelt collection of fishing stories from his life. Ted opens up about his journey as a writer and why storytelling matters so much in the outdoor community. We chat about the feedback he’s gotten from readers, how living in Wisconsin has shaped his work, and his deep interest in the science of lakes. Ted also talks about the growing need for environmental awareness and highlights how vital community support is for writers. He encourages everyone to share their own stories, too.

• 02:45 Introduction to Ted Rulseh and His Book
• 04:45 The Journey of a Fisherman: Stories from an Angling Life
• 09:20 The Importance of Storytelling in Fishing and Hunting
• 14:13 Living in Wisconsin: A Fisherman's Perspective
• 19:31 Ripple Effects: Understanding Our Impact on Lakes
• 25:24 The Writing Process and the Role of Critique
• 28:47 Teasers from 'You Should Have Been Here Last Week'

Links:

• The Lake Guy Website
• Ted's book on Amazon

In this episode of the Hunt Fish Travel Podcast, I am chatting with Landon Hintz, owner of Whiskey Rivers Fly Fishing. We dive into the world of smallmouth float fishing in Wisconsin and talk about what makes it so unique. Landon shares how using inflatable boats opens up access to rocky rivers that traditional boats just cannot navigate.

We talk about the thrill of catching smallmouth bass, known for being athletic fighters and a ton of fun on the line. Landon explains how float fishing creates a more accessible and exciting experience, especially for beginners looking to get into bass fishing.

Throughout the conversation, we touch on the migration patterns of smallmouth bass. In spring, they hang out in deeper, slower water, while in the summer they move into the shallows. Landon also shares some helpful tips on fly selection, suggesting bigger flies in the spring and topwater flies once summer rolls around.

We also dig into fish growth and conservation. It takes years for a smallmouth bass to reach trophy size, making education around conservation practices incredibly important.

This was such a fun conversation that really highlights how much joy you can find in chasing different species and why bass fishing should be on every angler’s radar.

00:00 Introduction to Float Fishing and Smallmouth Bass
09:53 Techniques and Strategies for Bass Fishing
20:05 Understanding Bass Migration Patterns
30:23 Conclusion and Resources for Aspiring Anglers

Links:

• Whiskey Rivers Fly Fishing
• Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers

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