Jay's Sporting Goods Podcast

We’re getting ready for waterfowl season with Veteran Jay’s employee, and avid goose hunter, Tom DeHarde. Tom has great advice on scouting and setting up for early season birds. He also describes the type of gear needed to get started in the sport.

We’re getting ready for the fall with Hunting Dept. Manager Kenny Slavens. He talks about the gear and preparation needed for deer, bear, predator and waterfowl seasons. The discussion includes trail cameras, mineral supplements, portable blinds & more.

Fishing is the topic with Bryan Darland. Bryan talks about the changing Lake Huron fishery, how to troll for Saginaw Bay walleye, targeting Michigan panfish. Bryan also has advice on choosing the right tackle for your next fishing trip.

Vicki Hornstra, camping department manager, says kayaks are more popular than canoes these days. She has great advice on choosing the best siz and style of kayak to. Then the veteran backpacker heads to the trail with tips on hiking boots and packs.

We’re talking turkey this month with Game Call Department Manager Blaine Bailer. Blaine has great advice on blinds, calls, decoys, shotguns and more for the Spring turkey season. He also discusss his game plan when heading to the turkey woods.

Travis Bohy checks in from the Betsie River and has great advice on fishing for springtime steelhead. Then, we turn our attention to food plots as Art Clute talks about preparation and has advice on the best size for a plot and choosing the right seed.

Archery Dept. Manager Eric LaFollette has great advice on looking for shed whitetail antlers & has tips on training your dog to find those sheds. Then Fishing Buyer Dave Cronk has details on a series of fly tying classes held each week at the Clare store.

Archery Dept. Manager Eric LaFollette has great advice on looking for shed whitetail antlers & has tips on training your dog to find those sheds. Then Fishing Buyer Dave Cronk has details on a series of fly tying classes held each week at the Clare store.

Jorden Susewitz of the Extreme Predator Hunt talks about hunting coyotes, fox and bobcat in Michigan. Including tips on scouting, calling the animals and the gear needed to be successful and has details on the upcoming Extreme Predator Hunt.

Jake DeVuyst of the Trophy Room Taxidermy Studio at Jay’s Clare location has advice on field care of the animal & how to choose the right mount for your trophy. DeVuyst also has some tips on taking care of your mounts to be sure they’ll last a lifetime.