The Best of the Outdoors Podcast is optimized to bring listeners the best in hunting, fishing, shooting, bowfishing, and other outdoor activities from Texas and beyond. Brought to you by Texas Fish & Game.
Episodes
Thursday Aug 01, 2019
Thursday Aug 01, 2019
On this episode, Dustin sits down with Dr. Mike Wilson from Wilson Wildlife, based in the Northeast Texas area. We talk about what goes into growing high quality whitetail deer, improving the overall health of a deer herd, native and exotic game hunting, why hunters should get along with each other, and other fun topics.
As president and owner of Wilson Wildlife, Dr. Mike runs a whitetail deer farm and online retail gear store carrying feeders, BBQ grills, tactical gear, and other hunting accessories. As a board certified medical doctor. Dr. Wilson also serves a role as an emergency room physician at a local Tyler hospital.
Online Store and Website
https://wilson-wildlife.com/
Contact Dr. Mike Wilson:
FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/wilson.wildlife/
WW Deer at Gear Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2728851947130668/
(903) 752-4312
Thursday Jul 18, 2019
Thursday Jul 18, 2019
On this episode, Cal Gonzales (TF&G Saltwater Editor), Chester Moore (TF&G Chief Editor) and host Dustin Warncke re-unite in Orlando, Florida at the annual ICAST fishing trade show. The trio shares fun stories, interesting products and enriching conversations about freshwater, saltwater and brackish water fishing adventures. This is the second time the three editors have been together on Facebook Live stream and the podcast simultaneously at this show.
Please be sure to subscribe to our Texas Fish & Game podcast on your favorite podcast app, keyword search "The Best of the Outdoors". Please also send your questions to dwarncke@fishgame.com or contact Chester or Cal through www.FishGame.com. If you like what you hear, please give us a 5-star rating on iTunes as it will help more people find this show! Thanks as always for listening to our content!
Thursday Jul 04, 2019
Thursday Jul 04, 2019
On this episode, Dustin sits down with author and TF&G contributor Jeff Stewart and they venture through a number of topics on fishing, hunting, archery, bowfishing, wild hogs and more.
Jeff and Dustin both share the best parts of the Texas Outdoor Nation and beyond and the lifestyle and common threads that connect us to the great outdoors.
Connect with Jeff Stewart:
https://www.facebook.com/jeff.stewart.505
https://www.facebook.com/Alphadog-Blades-185251542245169/
Products Reviewed by Dustin
Betionol SD Card Reader for Trail Camera/SLR Camera With 32GB SD Card
https://amzn.to/2RHVKFJ
BOG DeathGrip
https://amzn.to/2Jdrz5y
BOG Fieldpod MAX
https://amzn.to/2IZzTXJ
BOG Fieldpod MAGNUM
https://amzn.to/2ZTwy1S
Texas Jack's Famous Venison Recipe Book: Bringing Wild Game to the Kitchen (Paperback)
https://amzn.to/2XBvKS6
TF&G Website/Blog
Thursday Jun 20, 2019
Thursday Jun 20, 2019
On this episode, Dustin sits down in studio with Mike Wenzel, host of the Wild Hog Podcast. Dustin and Mike talk about hunting wild hogs, wild hog control tactics, the issues surrounding wild hogs in the world and how we can all do our part to help solve this epidemic of the out-of-control wild hog problem in Texas and beyond.
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Connect with Mike Wenzel
https://m.facebook.com/public/Mike-Wenzel#!/profile.php?id=1681729599
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wild-hog-podcast/id1088294560
https://m.facebook.com/mikethehoghunter/
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Wild Hog Resources
HOGS FOR A CAUSE: https://www.hogsforacause.org/
Texas Hog Hunters Association: https://texashha.com/
THHA FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1632784293617166/
New TF&G Frio Collaboration Store: https://texas-fish-game.frioicechests.com
SUMMER EVENTS!
Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Events
June 22nd: https://www.backcountryhunters.org/houston_full_draw_film_tour
Texas Airgun Show, June 22nd & 23rd
https://texasairgunshow.com/
Thursday Jun 06, 2019
Thursday Jun 06, 2019
On this episode, Dustin Warncke sits down with Marty McIntyre from GARQUEST Bowfishing Adventures. Dustin and Marty talk about some of the new bowfishing rules, grass carp taking over bass habitat on Texas lakes, what happened to all the tilapia spots and the social and environmental benefits of bowfishing.
This is a fun podcast full of a lot of helpful information.
Connect with Marty
Website: http://garquest.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarQuest-Bowfishing-268511551378/
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/Garquest1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garquest1
GARQUEST VIDEOS: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL39D761F63257D4F2
New TF&G Frio Collaboration Store: https://texas-fish-game.frioicechests.com
SUMMER EVENTS!
Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Events
June 22nd: https://www.backcountryhunters.org/houston_full_draw_film_tour
Texas Airgun Show, June 22nd & 23rd
https://texasairgunshow.com/
Thursday May 23, 2019
Thursday May 23, 2019
On this episode, Dustin sits down with Jeremy Beaston from the Cast, Blast, Grill, Chill podcast to talk about eating the harvests from your wild game pursuits including field care, cleaning, prepping and cooking wild game meat of winged and four-legged critters!
Dustin and Jeremy talk about fun food ideas and why proper preparation of your game meats are important considerations for yourself and those in your circle of influence for the enjoyment of the great outdoors.
Connect with Jeremy
https://www.facebook.com/jeremy.beaston
https://www.facebook.com/castblastgrillchill/
New TF&G Frio Collaboration Store: https://texas-fish-game.frioicechests.com
SPRING AND SUMMER EVENTS!
Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Events
May 25th: https://www.backcountryhunters.org/san_antonio_full_draw_film_tour_open_house
June 22nd: https://www.backcountryhunters.org/houston_full_draw_film_tour
Texas Airgun Show, June 22nd & 23rd
https://texasairgunshow.com/
Dustin's Spice Pick: https://www.therustgameplace.com/product/rust-dust-rust-meat-markets-seasoning
Recommended Books from Dustin and Jeremy
Project Smoke
by Steven Raichlen
https://amzn.to/2HpQEL4
The MeatEater Fish and Game Cookbook: Recipes and Techniques for Every Hunter and Angler
by Steven Rinella
https://amzn.to/2Qbbbph
Buck, Buck, Moose: Recipes and Techniques for Cooking Deer, Elk, Moose, Antelope and Other Antlered Things
by Hank Shaw
https://amzn.to/2HnPeRh
Duck, Duck, Goose: The Ultimate Guide to Cooking Waterfowl, Both Farmed and Wild
by Hank Shaw
https://amzn.to/2HnMvqE
Pheasant, Quail, Cottontail: Upland Birds and Small Game from Field to Feast
by Hank Shaw
https://amzn.to/2Eh5YaJ
America's Best Barbecue: Recipes and Techniques for Prize-Winning Ribs, Wings, Brisket, and More Hardcover
by Arthur Aguirre
https://amzn.to/2JLud4m
Thursday May 09, 2019
Thursday May 09, 2019
On this episode, Dustin Warncke connects with TF&G Saltwater editor Cal Gonzales on the South Texas coast to discuss some saltwater tactics that are out of the box methods to catching speckled trout, redfish, flounder and more. Some of these tactics even borrow some lures and rigs from freshwater fishing! Crazy stuff! This is a fun show with lots of entertaining stories and tips.
Connect with Cal!
https://www.facebook.com/calixto.gonzales
Thursday Apr 25, 2019
Thursday Apr 25, 2019
On this episode you get TWO DUSTIN's for the price of one! Dustin Ellermann joins Dustin Warncke again for an interview on getting started in tactical training and self-defense, shooting fun, marksman camp and so much more!
Dustin Ellermann was the winner of the History Channel's hit TV show TOP SHOT Season 3 and Ellermann has a huge YouTube and social media following. Dustin also serves as a columnist and contributing editor for Texas Fish & Game Magazine and contributor to the FishGame.com blog and weekly eNewseltters. Dustin E. and Dustin W. talk about best practices for shooting success and how proper training can save one's life when it matters the most in a self-defense situation.
Connect with the Two Dustins:
Ellermann - Instagram and Twitter Handle @TopShotDustin
https://www.facebook.com/dustin.ellermann
https://www.facebook.com/TopShotDustin/
Warncke - Instagram and Twitter Handle @DustinsProjects
https://www.facebook.com/dustin.warncke
https://www.facebook.com/Dustinvaughnwarncke/
www.dustinsprojects.com
Mentioned in Show:
Mantis Dry Fire and Live Fire Training System: https://mantisx.com
Marksman Camp Information and Gear: www.marksmancamp.com
This Show Sponsored by:
Accusharp Knife Sharpeners and Outdoor Products
www.Accusharp.com/buy-now
Progressive Insurance
https://www.progressive.com/
Thursday Apr 18, 2019
Thursday Apr 18, 2019
On this special bonus episode, Dustin rides solo talking about some of his recent gear finds from Amazon.com and other retailers. Dustin gives his "no-bull" review of some great outdoor products he has been using in the field and how they can help you experience the best of the outdoors.
Game Cams:
WingHome Trail Camera: Model 290C
https://amzn.to/2DcTe4j
Campark Trail Game Camera
https://amzn.to/2X9hRX5
Rifle Accessories:
Universal Dovetail Short Rail and Winchester Model 94 & Rossi Model 92 Optics Rails
(No-Drill/No-Gunsmith)
http://universalopticsrail.com
Flashlights:
COAST Focusing LED Headlamp
https://amzn.to/2Ih48ud
COAST Zoomable Rechargeable Flashlight USB
https://coastportland.com/product/hx5r/
MA3TY Tactical Flashlight with Offset Picatinny Rail Mount and Pressure Switch
https://amzn.to/2P6yuQr
VASTFIRE Green/Red/UV LED Combo Flashlight
https://amzn.to/2URMfI7
Camping/Hunting Gear:
ALPS OutdoorZ Extreme Pursuit X Hunting Pack
https://amzn.to/2P9WRwH
CRAZY ANTS Tactical Backpack
https://amzn.to/2KwGATZ
Yeacool Survival Camping Axe & Multi-Tool Kit
https://amzn.to/2D9E680
MA3TY 1.5-5x32 Crossbow Scope
https://amzn.to/2DbDWgu
Fishing Gear:
Bubba Blade 9" Flex Fillet Knife
https://amzn.to/2Db4qhY
Bubba Blade 7.5 Inch Fishing Pliers with Stainless Steel Jaws
https://amzn.to/2X69fAH
Gamakatsu Waterproof Fishing Dry Bag/Backpack
https://amzn.to/2D9EWBG
This Show Sponsored by:
Texas Hunter Products
Progressive Insurance
Thursday Apr 11, 2019
Thursday Apr 11, 2019
On this episode, Dustin sits down with Chester Moore, Editor-in-Chief of Texas Fish & Game Magazine and host of Moore Outdoors on KLVI 560 AM. Dustin and Chester talk about turkey hunting, conservation in the turkey woods and have an inspiring conversation about this incredible species as a worthy opponent to hunt in the spring with a shotgun or bow. Chester has been working on launching the Turkey Revolution movement to help with education and conservation of this fascinating species and he talks about his goal of a Texas turkey slam. This is a fun show as usual!
Learn More:
Connect with Chester: https://www.facebook.com/chester.moore1
http://thewildlifejournalist.com/
https://chestermoore.com/
Connect with Dustin: http://www.dustinsprojects.com
https://www.facebook.com/dustin.warncke
https://www.facebook.com/dustin.warncke
Reminder of an Upcoming Event
This Show Sponsored by Accusharp:
