Impact Outdoors Podcast

The hunting industry would not be here today without people like Ronnie "Cuz" Strickland. As Mossy Oak's Vice President, Cuz is a true Giant that helped create what we all now know as the hunting industry. Starting out growing up in the outdoors fishing and hunting with his family, Cuz took a liking to writing and sales in sporting goods stores. His passion of hunting really paved his way to being so successful in the industry. Working for the likes of Will Primos and Toxey Haas, while becoming a self taught field producer on some of the most important hunting shows ever recorded was just the start to Cuz's incredible career that has spanned several decades and he'd probably tell you he's busier now than ever! This episode is full of some great stories about what it was like getting some of these shows made, when there was really nothing to compare it to. Cuz is truly a living legend and I think the best is yet to come!

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Tom Rowland spent much of his fishing career as a guide in both fresh and saltwater, but after competing in several redfish tours nationally, the step toward the tv world came about.  Saltwater Experience is one of those shows that really draws you in with the incredible videography, great fishing and some of the best stories you'll find on any outdoor television show.  With several other shows going and the start up of the Tom Rowland Podcast, Tom has really been able to elevate the level of content being put into the outdoor market.  The start up of Waypoint TV has also made a huge impact in allowing access to the top hunting, fishing and outdoor shows available.  Be sure to stay up to date with all that Tom has going on!  And thanks for listening to this episode.

Saltwater Experience Fishing

Into the Blue Fishing Blog

Sweetwater Fishing Blog (sweetwaterfishingtv.com)

Tom Rowland Podcast | Fishing Hunting Fitness Leadership Podcast

WAYPOINT TV: Hunting, Fishing, Outdoor Videos, Podcasts, Articles and More

YouTube:

Saltwater Experience - YouTube

https://youtu.be/Yy4YOwQPKWY

https://youtu.be/_ThKCtgpueU

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Growing up I always dreamed of going to Australia one day.  It was like looking at another world.  All the fish and wildlife that lives there, the amazing landscape and of course, Mick Dundee!  It is still on the top of my list to visit one day and I will go hopefully sooner, than later.  A few years ago, I was flipping through Netflix and came across a show called Fishin with Mates hosted by Al McGlashan.  This show was great!  Amazing fishing locations across the world, great guests and just a fun show to watch.  Little did I know, but a year later I would run into Al at ICAST in Florida and we struck up a great conversation and have stayed in touch ever since.  Al is one of the premier photographers in the world and specializes in underwater footage.  His shots have graced the covers and spreads of countless magazines over the last 20 years.  Besides the photography, Al has been a leader in outdoor television in Australia and has become a true ambassador for the recreational fishermen in standing up for strong conservation management of the fisheries.  I can't wait until the day I get to spend some time with Al on the water!

Check out all of Al McGlashan's social media content on:

Facebook @almcglashan
Instagram @almcglashan

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/user/almcglashan

https://youtu.be/zvlubpLz-Ac

Check out the documentary, "Life on the Line - The Amazing True Story of the Southern Bluefin Tuna"

https://youtu.be/hjdb1AVUnVI

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Thanks to Chris and Brett, my passion for the saltwater environment was pushed to another level with their show Offshore Adventures that aired for 10 seasons on ESPN with over 180 episodes.  This show highlighted the vast diversity of fish, ways to catch them, incredible culinary creations and the countless unique locations and people all across the globe that the team traveled to.  During the last few years of filming this show, Chris and Brett were already helping scientists with research on billfish and other pelagics swimming the ocean when the guys purchased a new vessel and realized they could do the impossible.  Give access to Great White Sharks to researchers that had never been achieved before.  With the transition to shark research, OCEARCH was born and Chris and Brett have never looked back.  With over 30 expeditions all across the world tagging numerous sharks, multiple research projects being conducted on each tagging event, the global Shark Tracker app and an extensive STEM educational program, OCEARCH has already accomplished so much and is answering questions we thought would never be answered about the Great White sharks' biology, range and reproductive cycles.  

Be sure to check out their website for more info and track the sharks in real time.
www.ocearch.org

And follow them on their social media pages.

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/user/OCEARCH

https://youtu.be/h-vOoD8iAsY

https://youtu.be/pzrgiUIjX1c

https://youtu.be/B7LbYMSZxSo

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Oscar Castillo, native Texan from San Antonio, grew up like so many other kids.  Fishing and playing outside, but the outdoors really sparked an interest for him and kept him wanting to spend more and more time outdoors.  This has continued through today, but several years ago, he and his friends seen the need to do something for their local communities by way of fishing.  Countless fishing trips across Texas, both in fresh and saltwater, sparked an idea of bringing that possibility to those that had no way of paying or getting to those far away locations.  And if you've ever been to Texas, it really does take forever to get anywhere!  The Fin Addict Angler Foundation was born out of this need and is one of the most active angler education non-profits in the U. S., providing multiple events across the region for families and first timers who want to learn all about fishing.  Being 100% volunteer, this organization has a solid foundation in it's core members and is constantly improving and reaching more people each and every year.  Be sure to check them out on their website and follow them on social media to stay up to date with all their events.

www.finaddictangler.org

@Facebook:
@finaddicttx1

on Instagram:
@finaddict_tx

on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/CYsWYp_uhTo

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Ronnie Green, the inspirational and highly entertaining tv show host of "A Fishing Story" grew up in Texas.  Fishing was obviously something that drew Ronnie in and spending time with his great grandmother catching fish and sharing stories left a huge impression on him.  After moving to Lubbock to begin his collegiate career pursuing a degree in education and becoming an All-American sprinter competing with some of the best in the world, Ronnie enlisted in the Marines.  This began his journey to where he is today, showcasing people from all walks of life and sharing their stories while out fishing to millions of viewers across the country.  

The journey wasn't easy, but Ronnie's passion for the outdoors, strong support from his family and his memories of stories told while fishing with his great grandmother all led to "A Fishing Story".  

Don't miss this powerful episode as Ronnie shares his story and what it has meant to him to be so successful in life!

Be sure to follow Ronnie and A Fishing Story on tv and all of the show's social media channels.

Facebook:

@afishingstorywithronniegreen

Instagram:

A Fishing Story- Ronnie Green (@afishingstory_ronniegreen) • Instagram photos and videos

YouTube:

A Fishing Story with Ronnie Green - YouTube

https://youtu.be/ZmrkQtzakEw

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What the heck is a sawfish and why have I never seen or heard of one before?  These are questions that I had the first time I ever heard of this prehistoric looking animal.  Tonya Wiley didn't grow up knowing she would play such a vital role in saving sawfish, but an early introduction into the saltwater environment sparked a passion for conservation that can still be seen today even as we record this podcast.  Working in the fisheries field for over 20 years, Tonya is one of the leading experts in the world on sawfish.  And in this episode, you'll learn about the two species that once lived in relative abundance until commercial fishing and the absence of any real conservation measures drove one of the species to extinction and the other to be found in very limited numbers in a small area.  Tonya is helping lead the way in sawfish research and helping us understand how we can save not only sawfish but other species that are being threatened even today due to lack of knowledge and regulations.  

Follow Tonya and all that she is doing on her website and her social media channels to stay up to date and to find ways you can help in this research!

www.havenworth.org

Facebook @HavenworthCoastalConservation

Instagram/Twitter @coastalelasmos

Check out this great Sawfish Recovery Video:

https://youtu.be/NSRWUjVU3e8

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My first experience fishing with Chris was probably one of my best memories of being on the water.  Always dreaming of hooking into a giant tarpon in Florida, he was able to make that happen on our first trip together and more recently the day before we recorded this show.  Capt. Chris Camps grew up in Florida, born in Miami, the son of Cuban parents.  Chris grew up on the water fishing with his family in some of the most pristine waters you can find in the country.  Chris is now one of the most sought after guides in the Tampa Bay area and has been featured on numerous shows and radio programs where he is always happy to share what is working for him currently and ways to improve your fishing skills.  

Be sure to check him out the next time you are in Florida and looking for an exciting day on the water chasing all kinds of saltwater species!

http://www.captainchriscamps.com/

Also, check him out on some of his shoots for Addictive Fishing:

https://youtu.be/87jbggTZpcE

https://youtu.be/K9Ndg6K-3u4

https://youtu.be/JUifHUhbv_w

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On this episode, we sit down with Steve Whitlock and learn how growing up in the everglades during the 80's and the height of the marijuana smuggling from Columbia started his path to becoming one of the biggest names in game fish art.  Steve has had some amazing experiences during his life that created a path into the art world.  Growing up fishing and hunting in Florida provided the perfect place to see so many different species of fish and wildlife and different environments that he has been able to incorporate into his artwork.  With all of the art shows he does, his partnership with Bass Pro Shops and all of the changes that 2020 has caused for small businesses, Steve's artwork is found all over the world and inspired many to get out and experience what his artwork has brought into their homes and businesses.  Steve is still fishing and hunting today, living near Tampa Bay with his wife, looking for new inspiration and enjoying the great outdoors that Florida has to offer.  

You can find his collection of artwork for sale at:

www.stevewhitlock.com

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Be sure and follow him on his social media at:

Facebook  @stevewhitlockfishart

Instagram @https://www.instagram.com/stevewhitlockart/

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Growing up in southeast Texas near the Gulf of Mexico, Michael's passion for the outdoors grew quickly, and I mean quickly.  This kid was working on boats in the charter fishing industry by the age of 17, and has quickly become one of the most sought after fishing guides on the Gulf Coast.  With Capt. Sharky and his crew of captains taking out people nearly every day of the year, they are giving people the trips of their lives and making awesome memories to go with them.  Michael realized early on what it was going to take to create a successful business and that was a lot of dedication and tons of hard work!  With the continued success of Outcast Charters and the Monsta Fishin apparel brand, Michael has been creating new and innovative ways to share his passion with the world through some really great partnerships with companies like Academy and Castaway Rods.  After listening to this episode, be sure to go and check out his social media and check out all of his YouTube content on his channel.  

To book a fishing trip of a lifetime:

https://outcastfishincharters.com/

For your Monsta Fishing Gear:

https://www.monstaapparel.com/

Check out Capt. Sharky's YouTube Page:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGGJL7dhwB7R6_0kARzV6Ig

And don't miss an episode of Monsta Catch, check out the series here:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrCJzjxp5M-HQdQHirdR3Jg

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