Outdoors Radio with Dan Small

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, Deer Fest promoter Hugh McAloon reports Browning TV celebrities will appear at Deer Fest 2016, Aug. 5-7 in West Bend. (deerfestwi.com, hupy.com) Eric Behnke, manager of the Great Northern Hotel in Mercer, Wisconsin, reports most Iron County tourist attractions are open for business despite recent storm and flood damage in the area and invites listeners to attend Loon Day, Aug. 3, and the Can-Yak fishing tournament, Labor Day Weekend. (mercercc.com, can-yak.com) Chuck Miesfeld, president of Miesfeld's Meats, the Great Taste of Sheboygan, shares details of Miesfeld's Lakeshore Festival in Sheboygan, July 29-31. (www.miesfelds.com, lakeshoreweekendsheboygan.com) Michelle Milford, Outreach Coordinator for the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin, talks about a fourth-grade class that uses the NRF Birdathon to introduce kids to the outdoors. (wisconservation.com, cherishwisconsin.org) In the Madison Outdoors Report, exclusive to podcasts and FM 100.5 ESPN broadcast, presented by Pappas Trading Post, Southern Wisconsin's largest Mathews and Mission archery retailer, pro-angler Duffy Kopf reports on fishing action on the Madison chain. (pappastradingpost.com) To enter the drawing for the Mercer vacation getaway, which includes two nights' stay at the Great Northern Hotel, dinner for two at Heart of the North, a half-day guided fishing trip with Dale Anderson of Mercer Muskies and More, a St. Croix rod & reel, registration for the Second Annual Can-Yak fishing contest, and a Mercer sweatshirt and other swag, visit mercercc.com, and click on "Dan Small Contest" to enter your contact info.

Deer Fest promoter Hugh McAloon previews highlights of Deer Fest 2016, Aug. 5-7 in West Bend. (www.deerfestwi.com) In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, taxidermist Randy Mayes announces SCI Badgerland's fundraiser to send six veterans on an Arkansas snow goose hunt. (www.scibadgerland.com, www.hupy.com) In the Cooking Corner, sponsored by Jones Dairy Farm, makers of all-natural pork sausage since 1889, chef Shaun Edwards offers a recipe for Salmon and Sausage One-Pot. (www.jonesdairyfarm.com) Charter captain Dan Welsch reports great action for Chinook salmon off Sheboygan on Lake Michigan. (www.dumperdan.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, exclusive to podcasts and FM 100.5 ESPN broadcast, presented by Pappas Trading Post, Southern Wisconsin's largest Mathews and Mission archery retailer, JC Chamberlin offers advice for pre-season tune-ups and the countdown to bow season. (www.pappastradingpost.com) Jones Dairy Farm Cooking Corner Giveaway: $50 worth of delicious Jones breakfast meats, delivered to your home. Second prize is a copy of the book this week's recipe came from, Hunting for Food, by Rick Wheatley and Jen Nguyen. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554, or email dsoradio@gmail.com. Leave your name and number, and mention the Jones Dairy Farm giveaway. To enter the drawing for the Mercer vacation getaway, which includes two nights' stay at the Great Northern Hotel, dinner for two at Heart of the North, a half-day guided fishing trip with Dale Anderson of Mercer Muskies and More, a St. Croix rod & reel, registration for the Second Annual Can-Yak fishing contest, and a Mercer sweatshirt and other swag, visit www.mercercc.com, and click on "Dan Small Contest" to enter your contact info.

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, Capt. Mike Ortego introduces Tackle Webs and Cooler Webs, new products for organizing and storing gear in boats. (tacklewebs.com/, hupy.com) John and Cheri Stratte, owners of Pine Forest Lodge in Mercer, Wisconsin, talk about summer fun in Mercer, including the second annual Can-Yak, canoe/kayak fishing tournament on Labor Day weekend. (pineforestlodge.com/, mercercc.com, can-yak.com) John Mitchell, producer of "Cheeseheads, the Documentary," talks about his summer tour of Wisconsin and invites listeners to Countdown to Training Camp Tailgate Party, with Packers greats Chester Marcol and Dave Robinson, July 20-24 in Green Bay. (iamacheesehead.com/) In the Madison Outdoors Report, exclusive to podcasts and FM 100.5 ESPN broadcast, presented by Pappas Trading Post, Southern Wisconsin's largest Mathews and Mission archery retailer, Gene Dellinger, proprietor of D&S Bait, Tackle & Archery, reports good fishing on the Madison chain. (pappastradingpost.com, dsbait.com) To enter the drawing for the fantastic Mercer vacation getaway, which includes two nights' stay at the Great Northern Hotel, dinner for two at Heart of the North, a half-day guided fishing trip with Dale Anderson of Mercer Muskies and More, a St. Croix rod & reel, registration for the Second Annual Can-Yak fishing contest, and a Mercer sweatshirt and other swag, visit mercercc.com, and click on "Dan Small Contest" to enter your contact info. This week's giveaway: a Cooler Web and a Tackle Web cupholder from tacklewebs.com. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554 or email dsoradio@gmail.com and mention the Tackle Webs giveaway.

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, Jim Babiasz, president of The Range of Richfield, announces new self-defense classes taught by Massad Ayoob Group senior staff instructor David Maglio. (therangewi.com, hupy.com) In the Cooking Corner, presented by Jones Dairy Farm, makers of all-natural pork sausage since 1889, chef Big Al of The Exclusive Hunting Club offers a great grilling recipe for Venison Bacon Burgers. (jonesdairyfarm.com, exclusivehuntingclub.net/) Capt. Dan Welsch, owner of Dumper Dan's Sportfishing Charters of Sheboygan, reports king salmon are now hitting on Lake Michigan, with fish running up to 30 pounds, and invites listeners to celebrate the entire weekend with a parade, carnival, cardboard boat race, hot-air balloon rides, live music, volleyball tournament, Venetian Night lighted boat parade and fireworks on July 4th. (dumperdan.com, visitsheboygan.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, exclusive to podcasts and FM 100.5 ESPN broadcast, presented by Pappas Trading Post, Southern Wisconsin's largest Mathews and Mission archery retailer, archery expert JC Chamberlin offers advice for pre-season practice. (pappastradingpost.com) Jones Dairy Farm Cooking Corner Giveaway: $50 worth of delicious Jones breakfast meats, delivered to your home. Second prize is a copy of the book this week's recipe came from, Hunting for Food, by Rick Wheatley and Jen Nguyen. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554, or email dsoradio@gmail.com. Leave your name and number, and mention the Jones Dairy Farm giveaway. To enter the drawing for the fantastic Mercer vacation getaway, which includes two nights' stay at the Great Northern Hotel, dinner for two at Heart of the North, a half-day guided fishing trip with Dale Anderson of Mercer Muskies and More, a St. Croix rod & reel, registration for the Second Annual Can-Yak fishing contest, and a Mercer sweatshirt and other swag, visit mercercc.com, and click on "Dan Small Contest" to enter your contact info.

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, Scott Hed, outreach director for Sportsmen for the Boundary Waters, urges listeners to ask the USDA Forest Service not to renew two mineral leases for copper mining in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. (sportsmenfortheboundarywaters.org, hupy.com) Chuck Miesfeld, president of Miesfeld's Meats invites listeners to Lakeshore Weekend and Dragon Boat Races in Sheboygan, July 29-31 benefitting Children's Hospital of Wisconsin. (lakeshoreweekendsheboygan.com, miesfelds.com) Sarah Palermo, owner of The Wampum Shop in Mercer, invites listeners to come to Mercer for the Run for a Vet Race July 4, Loon Day Aug. 3, and Can-Yak Labor Day Weekend. (mercercc.com, can-yak.com, facebook.com/WampumShop) In the Madison Outdoors Report, exclusive to podcasts and FM 100.5 ESPN broadcast, presented by Pappas Trading Post, Southern Wisconsin's largest Mathews and Mission archery retailer, McFarland guide Ron Barefield reports on fishing action on the Madison chain, and previews his upcoming Alaska fly-fishing adventure. (pappastradingpost.com) To enter the drawing for the fantastic Mercer vacation getaway, which includes two nights' stay at the Great Northern Hotel, dinner for two at Heart of the North, a half-day guided fishing trip with Dale Anderson of Mercer Muskies and More, a St. Croix rod & reel, registration for the Second Annual Can-Yak fishing contest, and a Mercer sweatshirt and other swag, visit mercercc.com, and click on "Dan Small Contest" to enter your contact info.

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, David Potter invites listeners to the second annual Stars & Stripes Shoot at Viking Bow & Gun Club in Valders, July 9. The shoot benefits two charities that assist veterans and their families: Camp American Legion and Camp Hometown Heroes. (wilegion.org, facebook.com/Stars-Stripes-Shoot-483831081771067/, hometownheroes.org, hupy.com) In the Cooking Corner, presented by Jones Dairy Farm, makers of all-natural pork sausage since 1889, chef Shaun Edwards offers an easy recipe for Fish & Bacon Skewers with Bacon-Braised Kale. (jonesdairyfarm.com) Capt. Dan Welsch reports fantastic action for Lake Michigan cohos off Sheboygan, plus daily specials and a free car show Wednesday nights at Ranieri's Four of a Kind. (dumperdan.com, facebook.com/RanierisFourOfAKind/) In the Madison Outdoors Report, exclusive to podcasts and FM 100.5 ESPN broadcast, presented by Mercer, Wisconsin's Favorite Outdoor Playground, archery expert JC Chamberlin says now's the time to tune up your hunting bow and start practicing for fall hunting. (pappastradingpost.com) Jones Dairy Farm Cooking Corner Giveaway: $50 worth of delicious Jones breakfast meats, delivered to your home. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554, or email dsoradio@gmail.com. Leave your name and number, and mention the Jones Dairy Farm giveaway. To enter the drawing for the fantastic Mercer vacation getaway, which includes two nights' stay at the Great Northern Hotel, dinner for two at Heart of the North, a half-day guided fishing trip with Dale Anderson of Mercer Muskies and More, a St. Croix rod & reel, registration for the Second Annual Can-Yak fishing contest, and a Mercer sweatshirt and other swag, visit mercercc.com, and click on "Dan Small Contest" to enter your contact info.

Special guests: Vic Ouimette, president of the Mercer Chamber of Commerce, invites listeners to this weekend's Lupine Junefest and other summer events in Mercer, including the second annual Can-Yak canoe/kayak fishing tournament, Labor Day weekend. (mercercc.com, lupinejunefest.org, can-yak.com) In the Hupy & Abraham outdoor report, Joe Wilson, president of Squirrels Unlimited talks about the World Championship Squirrel Cookoff, Sept. 10th in Bentonville, Arkansas. (squirrelsunlimited.com, squirrelcookoff.com, hupy.com) Capt. Jake Joseph, of Jiggin' Jake's Charters, reports good mixed-bag fishing on Lake Ontario and the Lower Niagara River. (niagara-usa.com, facebook.com/jigginjakescharters/) In the Madison Outdoors Report, exclusive to podcasts and FM 100.5 ESPN broadcast, presented by Mercer, Wisconsin's Favorite Outdoor Playground, pro angler Duffy Kopf reports good pike and panfish action on the Madison chain. (mercercc.com, can-yak.com) To enter the drawing for the fantastic Mercer vacation getaway, which includes two nights' stay at the Great Northern Hotel, dinner for two at Heart of the North, a half-day guided fishing trip with Dale Anderson of Mercer Muskies and More, a St. Croix rod & reel, registration for the Second Annual Can-Yak fishing contest, and a Mercer sweatshirt and other swag, visit mercercc.com, and click on "Dan Small Contest" to enter your contact info.

In the Cooking Corner, presented by Jones Dairy Farm, makers of all-natural breakfast meats since 1889, chef Big Al, owner of The Exclusive Hunting Club near Fort Atkinson, WI, offers a delicious recipe for Baked Rigatoni with Wild Turkey & Bacon. (jonesdairyfarm.com, exclusivehuntingclub.net) Rich Belanger, promotions manager for St. Croix Rods in Park Falls, WI, invites listeners to make reservations to tour the St. Croix Rods factory any weekday or enjoy the festivities at St. Croix Customer Appreciation Day, June 18. (stcroixrods.com) In the Hupy & Abraham outdoor report, Ruffed Grouse Society regional biologist Scott Walter reports spring nesting and brood-rearing conditions for grouse and woodcock have been very good so far. (ruffedgrousesociety.org, hupy.com) Capt. Dan Welsch reports Lake Michigan trout and salmon action off Sheboygan is off to a great start this year, with cohos arriving earlier than usual. (dumperdan.com, pier17sheboygan.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, exclusive to podcasts and FM 100.5 ESPN broadcast, presented by Hupy and Abraham, Wisconsin's largest personal injury law firm, McFarland guide Ron Barefield reports good walleye action on the Wisconsin River and decent spring bass and panfish action on the Madison Chain. (hupy.com) Jones Dairy Farm Cooking Corner Giveaway: $50 worth of delicious Jones breakfast meats, delivered to your home. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554, or email dsoradio@gmail.com. Leave your name and number, and mention the Jones Dairy Farm giveaway. To enter the drawing for the Mercer Labor Day Weekend getaway, which includes two nights' lodging, meals and registration for the Second Annual Can-Yak fishing contest, visit mercercc.com, click on "Enter to Win," and select "Dan Small Outdoors Radio" to enter your contact info.

Jim Babiasz, president of The Range of Richfield, announces Sig Sauer Demo Day at The Range, June 4, and invites listeners to The Range's first anniversary party, June 11. (therangewi.com) Tina Brunell, executive director of the Mercer Area Chamber of Commerce, invites listeners to fish, camp and enjoy the north woods in Mercer, Wisconsin's favorite outdoor playground, and announces plans for the second annual Can-Yak canoe/kayak fishing tournament on Labor Day Weekend. (mercercc.com, can-yak.com/) In the Hupy & Abraham outdoor report, Linda Fellenz invites listeners to the 30th Annual Burlington Chocolate Fest, going on this weekend. (chocolatefest.com, hupy.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, exclusive to podcasts and FM 100.5 ESPN broadcast, presented by Hupy and Abraham, Wisconsin's largest personal injury law firm, pro angler Duffy Kopf tells how he won the Madison Muskies, Inc. tournament and offers tips for early-season bass, panfish, pike and muskies. (hupy.com) To enter the drawing for the Mercer Labor Day Weekend giveaway, which includes two nights' lodging, meals and registration for the Second Annual Can-Yak fishing contest, visitmercercc.com, click on "Enter to Win," and select "Dan Small Outdoors Radio" to enter your contact info.

In the Hupy & Abraham outdoor report, Michelle Milford, outreach coordinator for the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin, tells how she and her husband, Jackson, trained their deaf English setter Clyde to hunt upland birds. (cherishwisconsin.org, wisconservation.org, hupy.com) Capt. Dan Welsch reports good trout and salmon action on Lake Michigan off Sheboygan. (dumperdan.com) In the Cooking Corner, presented by Jones Dairy Farm, makers of all-natural pork sausage since 1889, chef Shaun Edwards offers a delicious recipe for Pan-Fried Trout with Sausage & Morel Cream Sauce and Asparagus. (jonesdairyfarm.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, exclusive to podcasts and FM 100.5 ESPN broadcast, presented by Hupy and Abraham, Wisconsin's largest personal injury law firm, McFarland guide Ron Barefield reports temperature fluctuations are making fishing difficult on the Madison Chain, but walleye action is good on Lake Wisconsin. (hupy.com) Jones Dairy Farm Cooking Corner Giveaway: $50 worth of delicious Jones breakfast meats, delivered to your home. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554, or email dsoradio@gmail.com. Leave your name and number, and mention the Jones Dairy Farm giveaway.

In the Hupy & Abraham outdoor report, Jim Babiasz, president of The Range of Richfield, announces May classes and events, including a Mother's Day special where moms shoot for free and Glock Demo Day open house on May 14. (therange.wi.com, hupy.com) Capt. Dan Welsch, of Dumper Dan's Sportfishing Charters, reports good action for Lake Michigan browns and lakers off Sheboygan and great meal specials at Pier 17 on the Sheboygan Riverfront. (dumperdan.com, pier17restaurant.com) In the Cooking Corner, presented by Jones Dairy Farm, makers of all-natural breakfast sausage and bacon since 1889, chef Big Al, owner of The Exclusive Hunting Club, offers a recipe for Smoked Trout and Bacon Spread, featuring Jones Hickory-Smoked Dry-Aged Bacon. (www.jonesdairyfarm.com, exclusivehuntingclub.net) In the Madison Outdoors Report, exclusive to podcasts and FM 100.5 ESPN broadcast, presented by Hupy and Abraham, Wisconsin's largest personal injury law firm, McFarland guide Ron Barefield reports good panfish and walleye action on Lake Wisconsin. (hupy.com) Jones Dairy Farm Cooking Corner Giveaway: $50 worth of delicious Jones breakfast meats, delivered to your home. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554, or email dsoradio@gmail.com. Leave your name and number, and mention the Jones Dairy Farm giveaway. Spring Niagara USA Getaway Giveaway: Fishing/lodging package in Niagara Falls, New York, plus a Shimano rod & reel package. To enter the drawing, visit www.niagara-usa.com and order a free Fishing and Outdoor Activities Map. You will automatically be entered in the drawing.

In the Hupy & Abraham outdoor report, 12-time Wisconsin state turkey-calling champion Jeff Fredrick, of Mindoro, shares advice for early-season turkey hunting. (fredrickschampionschoice.com, hupy.com) Botch Leonhardt, of River's Edge Resort in Wisconsin Dells, reports anglers are catching some walleyes on the Wisconsin River and announces the River's Edge tournament April 22-24. (riversedgeresort.com) In the Cooking Corner, presented by Jones Dairy Farm, makers of all-natural pork breakfast sausage and cherrywood-smoked bacon since 1889, chef Shaun Edwards shares a recipe for Wild Turkey and Sausage Meatballs and Pasta. (jonesdairyfarm.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, exclusive to podcasts and FM 100.5 ESPN broadcast, presented by Hupy and Abraham, Wisconsins's largest personal injury law firm, McFarland guide Ron Barefield reports cold water is hampering fishing action on the Madison chain, but anglers are taking a few walleyes on the rivers. (hupy.com) Jones Dairy Farm Cooking Corner Giveaway: $50 worth of Jones products, delivered to you in a reusable cooler. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554, leave your name and number, and mention the Jones Dairy Farm giveaway. You can also email your entry to: dsoradio@gmail.com. Include the same info in your email. Spring Niagara USA Getaway Giveaway: Fishing/lodging package in Niagara Falls, New York, plus a Shimano rod & reel package. To enter the drawing, visit niagara-usa.com and order a free Fishing and Outdoor Activities Map. You will automatically be entered in the drawing.

In the Cooking Corner, presented by Jones Dairy Farm, makers of all-natural pork sausage and other fine breakfast meats since 1889, chef Shaun Edwards shares a delicious recipe for Pheasant Fried Rice. (www.jonesdairyfarm.com) Habitat consultant and hunting expert Art Helin offers hunting tactics for different times of the spring turkey season, the topic of his seminar at the Field & Stream Outdoor Life Wisconsin Deer & Turkey Expo, April 1-3 at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison. (www.deerinfo.com, www.arthelinoutdoors.com) In the Hupy & Abraham Outdoor Report, Ruth Oppedahl, executive director of the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin, announces the NRF's 188 spring and summer field trips to wild places in Wisconsin and encourages listeners to donate to the Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund when they renew their hunting and fishing licenses or other recreation permissions. (www.wisconservation.org, www.cherishwisconsin.org, www.hupy.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, exclusive to podcasts and FM 100.5 ESPN broadcast, presented by Hupy and Abraham, Wisconsins's largest personalinjury law firm, pro-angler Duffy Kopf reports high water on area rivers hampers fishing, but panfish are starting to bite on the Madison Chain. (www.hupy.com) Jones Dairy Farm Cooking Corner Giveaway: $50 worth of Jones products, delivered to you in a reusable cooler. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554, leave your name and number, and mention the Jones Dairy Farm giveaway. You can also email your entry to: dsoradio@gmail.com. Include the same info in your email. Spring Niagara USA Getaway Giveaway: Fishing/lodging package in Niagara Falls, New York, plus a Shimano rod & reel package. To enter the drawing, visit www.niagara-usa.com and order a free Fishing and Outdoor Activities Map. You will automatically be entered in the drawing.

Charlie Potter, director of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Sports Show, previews highlights of the 76th annual Sports Show, coming up Mar. 2nd-6th to State Fair Park. (milwaukeesportsshow.com) In the Jiffy Ice Fishing Report, Jiffy pro-staffer Pat Kalmerton reports good white bass action on Lake Winnebago and a great whitefish bite on the Bay of Green Bay. (jiffyonice.com, wolfpackadventures.com) Fishing legend and TV host Joe Bucher previews his two seminars and blues concert at the Wisconsin Fishing Expo, Feb. 26th-28th at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison. (wifishingexpo.com, fishingwithjoebucher.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, exclusive to podcast and FM 100.5 ESPN broadcast, presented by Jones Dairy Farm, makers of all-natural pork sausage and bacon since 1889, McFarland guide Ron Barefield reports ice action is slowing down in the Madison area, but trout are still biting on Devil's Lake. (jonesdairyfarm.com) This week's giveaway: A Jiffy Powerhead Cover that will fit most ice augers. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554, leave your name and number, and mention the Jiffy giveaway. You can also email your entry to: dsoradio@gmail.com. Include the same info in your email.

Muskie guide Jeff Van Remortel previews his seminar on catching big muskies in northern Wisconsin, which he will present at the Milwaukee Muskie Expo, Feb. 12-14 at the Washington County Fair Park near West Bend. (wisconsinmuskyfishingguide.com/, www.muskieexpo.com) In the Jiffy Ice Fishing Report, Jiffy pro-staffer Jim O'Brien reports good panfish and walleye action on southeast Wisconsin lakes. (jiffyonice.com, dancingwithwalleyes.com) Dan Durbin previews highlights of the Wisconsin Fishing Expo, which has replaced the Madison Fishing Expo, Feb. 26th-28th at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison. (wifishingexpo.com) In the Jones Dairy Farm Cooking Corner, Chef Big Al, of the Exclusive Hunting Club, shares a delicious recipe for Venison Meatloaf. (yelp.com/biz/exclusive-hunting-club-edgerton-2, jonesdairyfarm.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, exclusive to podcast and FM 100.5 ESPN broadcast, presented by Jones Dairy Farm, makers of all-natural pork sausage and bacon since 1889, Jiffy, Nebulus and Pure Fishing pro-staffer Duffy Kopf reports good panfish action on the Madison Chain. (jonesdairyfarm.com) This week's giveaway: A Jiffy Full Auger Case that will fit most ice augers. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554, leave your name and number, and mention the Jiffy giveaway. You can also email your entry to: dsoradio@gmail.com. Include the same info in your email. Special Giveaway this week: Jones Dairy Farm Cooking Corner Giveaway: $50 worth of Jones products, delivered to you in a reusable cooler. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554, leave your name and number, and mention the Jones Dairy Farm giveaway. You can also email your entry to: dsoradio@gmail.com. Include the same info in your email.