This week's show kicks off with the "Bear Whisperer", Johnny Bowler talking about the Michigan hunting season.

Then, Ed Beckley tells the story of getting a Michigan elk tag.

Hour two features Captain Steve Hubert of Chumbucket Charters in northern Lake Huron. Steve talks about that constantly evolving fishery.

Dustin Isenhoff of the Michigan DNR wraps up the hour talking about the bear and elk license process.

Noted outdoor writer and Michigan Outdoor Hall of Fame member Richard P. Smith joins me in the third hour to talk bear and deer hunting.

The show wraps up with Chef Dixie Dave Minar and another great recipe.