Ohio is full of great fishing opportunities, and some of the best ones are hiding in its streams. On today’s episode, award-winning outdoor writer and guidebook author Robert Loewendick joins the show to talk about why these overlooked waters deserve more attention. Bob shares how he finds hidden streams, the best times to fish them, and breaks down fly-fishing gear in a way that’s easy for anyone to understand.

Along the way, he tells a few stories about unexpected discoveries on the water, reveals one of his favorite places to fish, and explains why protecting yourself from ticks is just as important as packing the right tackle.

If you enjoy the great outdoors this podcast is for you!

Sam Horn: Sandusky Bay Catfish

Well known Lake Erie guide and Angry Floaters Charter Service owner Sam Horn joins the show to talk about the incredible channel catfish fishery in Sandusky Bay. Sam discusses the history of catfish in the bay, seasonal movements, the importance of currents and water flow, and his favorite setups and baits for targeting big fish. He also shares the funny story behind the Angry Floaters name. If you’re interested in Sandusky Bay catfishing, this episode is for you.

Yellow Perch Fishing with John Hageman

Retired Stone Lab professor, award-winning outdoor writer, and avid angler John Hageman joins the podcast to discuss the decline of yellow perch populations and why Lake Erie’s western basin remains a perch stronghold. We cover spawning habits, the impact of spiny water fleas, and John’s favorite perch fishing setup, along with some of his recommended locations.

If you’re interested in Great Lakes yellow perch, this episode is for you.

Trolling for Muskie with Kevin Goldberg.

Our special guest on today’s show is Kevin Goldberg, a well-known muskie angler from across the Midwest. Kevin is highly skilled in both casting and trolling for muskie, and in this episode he shares his approach to trolling success.

Kevin breaks down his basic trolling setup, including his favorite rods, reels, and line choices. He also dives into rod holder configurations, planer board setups, and how he uses GPS, fish finders, and side-scan technology to locate and target fish more effectively.

The conversation also covers Kevin’s go-to bait selection and the essential tools needed to safely handle and release muskie. Whether you’re new to muskie fishing or a seasoned angler looking to sharpen your trolling game, this podcast is packed with practical insights.

Our special guest on today’s Bonus Episode is Christian Boyer. Christian is a Tick Specialist with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.

During the episode, Christian discusses the growing tick problem and explains why the cold winter did not significantly reduce tick populations. He also highlights that ticks can transmit many illnesses beyond Lyme disease and examines how warming trends have expanded the geographic range of ticks. In addition, Christian shares practical strategies for preventing tick bites and offers advice on how to better protect your yard and pets from ticks. If you want to gain a better understanding of this growing problem this podcast is for you.

Today, we’re joined by Great Lakes smallmouth expert Jimmy Lampros to break down spring river fishing.

We get into how changing water clarity influences where fish hold, how to better understand spawning behavior, and the key river structures that consistently produce smallmouth. Jimmy also shares practical tips for fly fishing stream smallmouth, why wet wading can deepen your connection to the water, and the importance of catch and release. If you enjoy fishing for smallmouth bass this podcast is for you.

On today’s episode, we’re joined by Rick Provence- aka the “Crappie Kid” and owner of Cast Cray Outdoors. Rick shares expert tips on crappie fishing, including gear, baits, scent, floats, and finding spawning areas.

We also dive into crappie behavior, best fishing times, and how to choose the right color and presentation to boost your success. Plus, Rick reveals a few untapped fishing spots.

Whether you’re new or experienced, this episode is for every angler.

We have a returning guest on the show today—Zak Slagle, a biologist with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources—and we’re talking all things smallmouth bass on Lake Erie.

We get into some really cool stuff from the latest research, like how these fish move throughout the seasons and what tracking studies are starting to reveal. Zak also breaks down spawning habits, genetic connectivity, and how invasive round goby have changed the game for smallmouth.

We couldn’t help but talk about chasing trophy smallmouth, plus what climate change might mean for the future of the fishery and conservation efforts going forward.

If you’re into fishing this podcast is for you!