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Taxidermy Tips, Colorado Elk Hunt, Fall White Bass Fishing, & Campfire Chat on Hunting History
CATFISH RADIO WITH LUKE CLAYTON AND FRIENDS: November 15th Show Summary
Segment 1: Larry Weishuhn – Hunting History and The Old Oak Tree
Luke and regular co-host Larry Weishuhn discuss the history of hunting seasons in Texas, noting that November 16th was traditionally the original opening day for the regular whitetail deer rifle season. They reflect on the old process of obtaining hunting permits from the courthouse. Luke shares a feature he wrote about a massive, ancient oak tree on a friend's property and reflects mystically on the centuries of history the tree has witnessed, potentially including Civil War soldiers and Native Americans.
Segment 2: Omar Carter – Fall Fishing and Nilgai
Guest Omar Carter of Luck O’ the Irish Guide Service talks about the excellent fall white bass (sand bass) and hybrid striper fishing on Lake Tawakoni. He shares successful trolling techniques using a Hellbender plug paired with a small pet spoon, noting that fish are actively feeding hard to prepare for winter, requiring a fast trolling speed (around 2.9 to 3.4 mph). Omar also shares the story of his wife's successful free-range Nilgai bull hunt in South Texas and how much they enjoy the quality of the Nilgai meat.
Segment 3: Joe Parker – Taxidermy and Hunting Logistics
Joe Parker of All American Taxidermy and Next Trip Whitetails provides essential tips for hunters on how to properly handle a deer killed during warm weather to ensure the hide is preserved for mounting. He stresses that the worst enemy of a mountable hide is heat and recommends skinning the deer immediately and packing the hide on ice in a plastic tote. The discussion also covers different types of mounts and hunting opportunities at his high-fence facility, Next Trip Whitetails, in Paris, Texas.
Segment 4: David Cotton – Colorado Elk Hunt
David Cotton joins Luke to share the exciting story of his 85-year-old father, Edgar Cotton, successfully harvesting a bull elk in Colorado during the second rifle season. The father-son duo credits their Stealth Vision binoculars and scope, which allowed them to quickly range and dial in the shot at 365 yards with extreme precision. They also discuss David’s unique trophy—a mule-foot hog—that Joe Parker is preparing for mounting.
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By Luke ClaytonCATFISH RADIO WITH LUKE CLAYTON AND FRIENDS: November 15th Show Summary
Segment 1: Larry Weishuhn – Hunting History and The Old Oak Tree
Luke and regular co-host Larry Weishuhn discuss the history of hunting seasons in Texas, noting that November 16th was traditionally the original opening day for the regular whitetail deer rifle season. They reflect on the old process of obtaining hunting permits from the courthouse. Luke shares a feature he wrote about a massive, ancient oak tree on a friend's property and reflects mystically on the centuries of history the tree has witnessed, potentially including Civil War soldiers and Native Americans.
Segment 2: Omar Carter – Fall Fishing and Nilgai
Guest Omar Carter of Luck O’ the Irish Guide Service talks about the excellent fall white bass (sand bass) and hybrid striper fishing on Lake Tawakoni. He shares successful trolling techniques using a Hellbender plug paired with a small pet spoon, noting that fish are actively feeding hard to prepare for winter, requiring a fast trolling speed (around 2.9 to 3.4 mph). Omar also shares the story of his wife's successful free-range Nilgai bull hunt in South Texas and how much they enjoy the quality of the Nilgai meat.
Segment 3: Joe Parker – Taxidermy and Hunting Logistics
Joe Parker of All American Taxidermy and Next Trip Whitetails provides essential tips for hunters on how to properly handle a deer killed during warm weather to ensure the hide is preserved for mounting. He stresses that the worst enemy of a mountable hide is heat and recommends skinning the deer immediately and packing the hide on ice in a plastic tote. The discussion also covers different types of mounts and hunting opportunities at his high-fence facility, Next Trip Whitetails, in Paris, Texas.
Segment 4: David Cotton – Colorado Elk Hunt
David Cotton joins Luke to share the exciting story of his 85-year-old father, Edgar Cotton, successfully harvesting a bull elk in Colorado during the second rifle season. The father-son duo credits their Stealth Vision binoculars and scope, which allowed them to quickly range and dial in the shot at 365 yards with extreme precision. They also discuss David’s unique trophy—a mule-foot hog—that Joe Parker is preparing for mounting.
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