The Outdoors Show

As you can imagine, the fallout from Hurricane Helene was still on the top of everyone’s minds. The guys had some hunting property woes to deal with, but their concerns were with the widespread devastation experienced by people across the entire southeast. Again, if you have any way to help, please do…so many people need so much help!

Ed Malin and Chef Gordon checked in to talk about the massive support the First Coast supplied to Madison County, NC. The details of what they saw and experienced is not to be missed…you have to listen to believe it.

Of course the storm damage talk went hand-in-hand with hunting area prep, and Jeff, Kevin and Kirk couldn’t stress it enough: THINK SAFETY FIRST! Even if a stand looks safe and secure, don’t trust it…TEST IT. Check every weld, every strap, and check the tree itself for stability.

Now that Hurricane Helene has passed (please keep the thoughts, prayers and help coming for all those dealing with the damage and destruction), Capt. Kevin hopped on the line with Capt. Ricky, Capt. Leon and Capt. Cory to talk about the return of First Coast fishing. Listen in, because you’ll be able to pick up some nice little tips along the way!  You’ll also get the weather forecast…of course you don’t want to miss that.

They wanted to spend this episode talking about what’s happening in the water and what’s coming up in the woods.  Hurricane Helene had different plans, however. It was almost impossible to ignore what so many people are dealing with in the wake of the storm all the way from the Florida Gulf Coast into Kentucky.

Of course, those of us on the First Coast can be thankful we were spared the devastation…and have the good fortune to be able to pivot back to fishing!  There’s A LOT happening in the water, both good and bad.  Lots of mullet, but lots of ANGRY sharks.

With Hurricane Helene bearing down on the Sunshine State, Capt. Kevin kicked things off all by his lonesome in the studio.  But not to fear, Capt. Ricky soon checked in from where he was hunkered down to talk about what was, what is, and what will soon be when it comes to the storm.  Of course, the most important aspect of the conversation was how Helene was going to affect the fishing!

Thankfully, the rain FINALLY stopped, the sun returned, and the guys were able to get on the water and into the woods.  There was a lot to talk about, of course, but things really picked up with special in-studio guest Brian Dufek, Southeast Regional Manager of Shimano.  The fishing talk got in-depth and intense…especially when it came to discussing the troubling legislation on the horizon for East Coast fishing.

There was a lot of great stuff in this episode – 100% must-listen stuff!

We know it’s not December. We know that Christmas is NOT, in fact, around the corner. And no, we are planning our 2025 resolutions.  But with hunting season on the horizon, Capt. Kevin took some time this week to reflect on 2024, the fishing year.  That theme and those memories dominated the episode…along with the forecast, of course.

Well, when it’s raining too much to fish, and the woods are too wet to get ready…you put together big plans for a huge show!

The guys were loaded for bear on this episode, welcoming in author Monte Burke to talk about some of his incredible books (see the links below to get your copies). Monte is a top-shelf storyteller, so this chat alone is worth the price of admission. But that wasn’t the only highlight: Paul Wane, leader of the band Duval County Line (check them out HERE on Spotify), checked in to talk about his second appearance at (Tr)Everbank Field for the Jaguars’ home opener.  He’s playing the Star Spangled Banner once again, but this time, he’s playing it on a VERY special guitar…he tells the guys all about it, and share the info about his great new non-profit organization for kids.

And if that wasn’t enough, the guys shared an unbelievable story about Adam Triay from All Aluminum Concepts and his HUGE creature lovingly named, “MyBuck”.  You do not want to miss this story!

Not much else to say, is there?  The rain continues, so the fishing doesn’t (for the most part).  However, there’s still a bunch to talk about…as you know when a bunch of captains get together.  Listen in to the stories and calls, and maybe – just maybe – you can find some hope in the upcoming forecast.

Capt. Chip Wingo joined the guys in the studio for this episode to talk about…you guessed it: THE WEATHER.  The rain is bad, it’s gonna be bad, and it’s gonna be bad for a while. Brave it at your own risk!

But don’t be afraid to listen…as is always the case, there was a lot of good talk about the woods, the water, and all the tasty stuff that comes out of the kitchen.

Capt. Kevin had a full house for the first time in a little while…probably because the weather has NOT been good for fishing at all!  Capt. Ricky and Capt. Cory echoed that point, but everybody acknowledged that September is traditionally not the best time of year on the water around the First Coast.  However, there were stories to be told, and you can bet everyone had some good ones to share on this episode.

The big question is this: will things improve over the next week?  You know the drill: listen in to find out!