Sagebrush Wisdom

Gregg Shaw is a co-owner of Ampal Creative, fly-fisherman, and hunter. He has spent many years fly fishing for many years, and also a bird hunter and adventurer. Through these experiences, Gregg has found certain practices and thoughts that are to me very helpful to find what success and even happiness might mean.

Mastery, perfection and simple, are his approach. We talk a lot about expectations, dopamine, comparison and many other things we might feel while calling ourselves a hunter. I think the insights Gregg shares can help all of us find a little more wisdom in our journey into being not just quality hunters and fishermen but good people.

For Lane Kilian, nothing is better than fishing. He has shaped his whole life after fishing. Many may know him through his work with Fishing Reps, representing brands such as Kicker, Warbaits, Submission Fishing Jigs and many other So Cal brands that our fishing community know well. Lane not only is obsessive over fishing, fishing tactics and dedicated to fishing as often as possible, but he is also so encouraging and inclusive to others inclusive, encouraging the fishing community.

In this podcast Lane talks about his passion for fishing, tactics for local southern California and building up his community through youtube and social media. His enthusiasm matches his ability to be genuine in the fishing scene as he sets an amazing example of being stoked on fishing everyday. Lane has followed in the footsteps of many of southern California's best bass fisherman such as Randy Spizer, Matt Florentino and others, and it shows. He puts the hours to make his obsessive dream into a reality and it pays off with some amazing fishing experiences.

To follow along with Lane's adventures, follow @lane.kilian @fishing_reps http://www.youtube.com/@lanekilian

In a comfortable world of standard 8-5 office jobs and uber eats, safety, and routine there are some that pursue different paths. Cole King is one of those, called up to Alaska to fish with his family years ago for Sockeye Salmon. This venture has taught him about grit, hard work, lack of sleep, stress, cold, danger unlike many could truly imagine. Alaska is often called the Last Frontier, for a reason…things are often bigger, grander, wilder and more dangerous than in the lower 48… it’s just the the nature of the beast.  and most can’t make it through these conditions. The question that must be asked becomes why would anyone choose this life, because it’s definitely not for the money, but maybe accomplishment that a commercial fisherman that keeps them coming back. One thing is for sure in Alaska, calm seas don’t make sailors… I mean fisherman.

To follow along with Cole and his Family's business please find them on instagram @bristolcrownfisheries

CCA California is a non-profit association and advocate for anglers all around America. In California specifically they help fight for the recreation of all anglers and the conservation of our fisheries through providing education, habitat and access. Darren and Chris host the podcast for CCA California and have years of experience on the water, from deck handing to fishing all around California. Not only are they great fishermen but they appreciate and participate in many outdoor activities throughout California.

This podcast is different from most, because we all host podcast, this is a round table conversation about conservation, participation, the adventure of fishing and why we do what we do, and why we fight for what we love. In many ways, I, personally got to share more of my story and my vision for Sagebrush Wisdom, why they give lots of wisdom for anyone interested in fishing in California. I was honored to podcast with them, and looks forward to podcasting again with both of them in the future.

CCA is a membership based association that helps conserve, promote and enhance the present and future availability of coastal resources for the benefit and enjoyment of the general public.

What CCA has done done for anglers in California

To become a member yourself please visit https://ccacalifornia.org/ your donation will help continue fishing in California for generations to come.

From sailing the seas, to fly fishing in the mountains, catching bluefin on a 14ft whaler or pig hunting the rolling hills of California the end of Morgan's adventures almost always end at the sharing food over the table with friends and family. Morgan lives life from one adventure to the next but his true passion is using these adventures to bring him new inspiration for the food he makes.

To follow along his adventures please follow along @catchcookmorg

The two worlds of fly fishing and conventional fishing hardly come close to each other, and when they do they often collide. Opinions, camps, teams, tactics, ideologies and practices remain often untested. Well, Ty Adnani loves both, for separate reasons, but these practices help him fishing in both scenarios. Bridging the gap and combining strengths, Ty finds pleasure in all fishing, seeking after new fish, new tactics and it's proving in his fishing abilities.

Ty has been fishing for fresh water bass for many years, but wanted to pursue fly fishing a few years ago to target trout, red fish and even bone fish with a fly. This took him by storm and consumed him for some time. Now he combines both skills to routinely seek out spotted bay bass in our local "pond" Newport Harbor. In this podcast we talk about many tactics for fishing for spotted bay bass, while incorporating skills we have picked up along the way for all fishing... and hopefully finding some fun along the way.

Captain of a 4 pack charter Fresh Bait Sportfishing & tactics for catching big Blue Fin Tuna.

Daron has been fishing his whole life, and now captains his own 4-pack boat. In this episode we talk getting his captains license, the excitement of fishing, using a kite versus madmacs. Paddy fishing, open water fishing, swordfish, yellowtail, dorado and more for  what we get to call the California special of offshore fishing. 

Daron positive attitude, hard work, and helpfulness are key to his consistency for not only catching these big fish, but being a successful fisherman. 

For more information, or to book a trip with Daron, Please visit his website. 

www.freshbaitsportfishing.com

Instagram @freshbaits__sportfishing 

or give him a call at (949) 378-5553

Doug May has been a lifelong hunter and angler from Southern California. Learning from his father, he has hunted and fished throughout California for over 60 years. Even more, Doug has traveled around the world and caught nearly 50 species on the fly. Doug has a story of many would strive for as a life well earned in search for something more. He has a picturesque progression of fly fishing through his life and he's not stopping anytime soon. 

I truly believe there is a wisdom that only time can tell -- the history of California, the progression of the sport and art of fishing and hunting, but also what is important in life. Doug has it all. I was so inspired by Doug's respectful approach and excitement as an outdoorsman. He lives a life full of imagination, drive, and wisdom that both gives reverence to a rich history of fly fishing, and also inspiration for the future of these activities. 

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For more information on San Diego Salt Water Fishing - please visit www.sandiegosaltwaterfishing.com

"One of nature's greatest gifts is the abundance of food that is growing and thriving all around us available for our nourishment". Windward Westward believes that food brings us together, but also presents an opportunity to connect to the world around us. Whether we harvest our own food, or shop at the grocery store regularly Wendell Berry says "eating is an agricultural act". In many ways, the food we choose to eat directly impacts the world around us. We have the opportunity to intentionally consume in order to give back to the world around us. 

For a long time Windward Westward has had the goal of "Deeper relationships with the natural world, richer conversations around the table" and as a result, have created a sustainably sourced food box to facilitate this lifestyle further. 

Dave Allee sits down to talk more about his vision for the box, the impact of the food industry vs direct to consumer relationships, food, community and helping to give make the world a better place, one table at a time. 

In hunting and life, discipline often acts as a key to the gates of success. An often perfect practice of discipline has been displayed through a pursuit of personal fitness and the dedication it takes to put in the work, day in day out. 

Matt Duma is currently a student at TCU, studying kinesiology with an emphasis on health and fitness not only studies his passion, but lives his passion and puts in his work everyday. He has dedicated his own personal effort in power lifting, personal fitness and nutrition as he practices what he preaches on himself. He is a man who loves surfing, football, hunting, California and Texas. He helps others through consulting fitness plans, strength and conditioning, nutrition, weight loss, and reaching peak performance through Duma Performance, in his spare time of being a full time student. He is wise beyond his age, is one of the hardest workers, seeking out his passions and going after the grind. 

Please visit dumaperformance.com for more information.