Outdoors Radio with Dan Small

Jim Babiasz, president of the Range of Richfield, announces January classes and events at the range. (therangewi.com) In the Jiffy Ice Fishing Report, Jiffy pro-staffer Tyler Chisholm reports decent ice and good fishing in Vilas and Florence counties but questionable ice on Lake Winnebago and small lakes in east-central Wisconsin. (jiffyonice.com, wolfpackadventures.com) Charter captain Dumper Dan Welsch celebrates 35 years in business with a charter package giveaway. (dumperdan.com, facebook.com/DumperDanCharters/) In the Madison Outdoors Report, McFarland guide Ron Barefield reports poor ice conditions on Madison area lakes but says boat anglers are catching walleyes and saugers below the Sauk City and Dells dams. (pappastradingpost.com, fisherkingwinery.com) This weeks giveaway is a Jiffy auger case that will fit any power ice auger. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554 or email dsoradio@gmail.com. Leave your name and phone or email address and mention the Jiffy giveaway. All contestants are automatically entered in the grand prize drawing for a Jiffy E6 Lightning battery powered ice auger.

In the Hupy & Abraham Outdoor Report, Phil Schweik, proprietor of Hooksetters Guide Service, reports good catches of panfish, catfish and walleyes through the ice on Wisconsin River flowages in central Wisconsin. (hooksetters.biz, hupy.com) In the Jiffy Ice Fishing Report, Jiffy pro-staffer Jim O'Brien reports on ice conditions in Sawyer and Waukesha counties. (jiffyonice.com, dancingwithwalleyes.com) Roger VanderLogt, a director of the Mishicot Sportsmen's Club, invites listeners to participate in the club's annual statewide ice fishing derby, January 25-26. (mishicotsportsmen.org, facebook.com In the Madison Outdoors Report, D&S Bait and Tackle proprietor Gene Dellinger warns anglers to stay off thin ice in the Madison area for now and says some anglers are catching walleyes from boats on the Wisconsin and Rock rivers. (pappastradingpost.com, fisherkingwinery.com, dsbait.com) This week's giveaway-a Jiffy powerhead cover that will fit any power ice auger. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554 or email dsoradio@gmail.com. Leave your name and phone or email address and mention the Jiffy giveaway. All contestants are automatically entered in the grand prize drawing for a Jiffy E6 Lightning battery powered ice auger.

In the Hupy & Abraham Outdoor Report, Phil Schweik, proprietor of Hooksetters Guide Service, reports good catches of panfish, catfish and walleyes through the ice on Wisconsin River flowages in central Wisconsin. (hooksetters.biz, hupy.com) In the Jiffy Ice Fishing Report, Jiffy pro-staffer Jim O'Brien reports on ice conditions in Sawyer and Waukesha counties. (jiffyonice.com, dancingwithwalleyes.com) Roger VanderLogt, a director of the Mishicot Sportsmen's Club, invites listeners to participate in the club's annual statewide ice fishing derby, January 25-26. (mishicotsportsmen.org, facebook.com In the Madison Outdoors Report, D&S Bait and Tackle proprietor Gene Dellinger warns anglers to stay off thin ice in the Madison area for now and says some anglers are catching walleyes from boats on the Wisconsin and Rock rivers. (pappastradingpost.com, fisherkingwinery.com, dsbait.com) This week's giveaway-a Jiffy powerhead cover that will fit any power ice auger. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554 or email dsoradio@gmail.com. Leave your name and phone or email address and mention the Jiffy giveaway. All contestants are automatically entered in the grand prize drawing for a Jiffy E6 Lightning battery powered ice auger.

In the Hupy & Abraham Outdoor Report, outdoor journalist and author Kris Millgate talks about her new book, My Place Among Men, which recounts her many adventures working in the outdoors. (tightlinemedia.com, hupy.com) In the Jiffy Ice Fishing Report, Jiffy pro-staffer Jim O'Brien warns anglers that ice on southeastern Wisconsin lakes may still not be safe, despite recent cold weather. (jiffyonice.com, dancingwithwalleyes.com) Marc Large, brand manager for American Natural Premium Pet Foods, announces a new dog food flavor due out in February that features five different kinds of fish. (americannaturalpremium.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, McFarland guide Ron Barefield reports limited access to popular early ice fishing spots in the Madison area, including Cherokee Marsh, Monona Bay and Lake Waubesa. (pappastradingpost.com, fisherkingwinery.com) This week's giveaway-a Jiffy powerhead cover that will fit any power ice auger. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554 or email dsoradio@gmail.com. Leave your name and phone or email address and mention the Jiffy giveaway. All contestants are automatically entered in the grand prize drawing for a Jiffy E6 Lightning battery powered ice auger.

In the Jiffy Ice Fishing Report, Jiffy pro-staffer Tyler Chisholm, of Wolfpack Adventures, heads to Devil's Lake in North Dakota for some walk-on pike, walleye and perch action on early ice, and Hannah Stonehouse Hudson talks about her Women on Ice adventures. (jiffyonice.com, wolfpackadventures.com, facebook.com/wolfpackadventures) Huntworth Gear pro-staffer Brett Berry, of Bristolville, Ohio offers strategies for bowhunting deer and fall turkey hunting and tells the exciting story of his quest for a boss gobbler in Ohio last spring. (facebook.com/brett.berry.946) In the Madison Outdoors Report, Gene Dellinger, proprietor of D&S Bait & Tackle, says shore anglers are still catching walleyes and panfish on the Madison Chain. Catch free seminars Thursday nights in December. Coming up Dec. 19, Ron Barefield talks chain walleyes. Follow the DS Bait weekly fishing report on Facebook. (pappastradingpost.com, fisherkingwinery.com, dsbait.com, facebook.com/dsbaitandtackle/) Two great giveaways this week-a Jiffy full auger case that will fit any power ice auger, and a $100 Huntworth Gear package. To enter either or both drawings, call 414-297-7554 or email dsoradio@gmail.com. Leave your name and phone or email address and mention which giveaway you want to enter.

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor report, Jon Small reports on his successful deer hunt in Bayfield County. (hupy.com) In the Jiffy Ice Fishing Report, Jiffy pro-staffer Jim O'Brien reports fishable ice on the smaller lakes in Sawyer County, but Waukesha County lakes still lack safe ice. Jim also offers maintenance tips to get ice augers ready for the season and advice for first-ice walleyes and bluegills. (jiffyonice.com, dancingwithwalleyes.com) Charter captain Dumper Dan Welsch reports the DNR will increase annual Lake Michigan trout and salmon stocking numbers by 1 million for the next three years, starting in 2020. In addition to Coho and Chinook salmon and lake, brown and two strains of rainbow trout, brook trout will be stocked for the first time in years. The Wisconsin Lakeshore Business Association annual gun raffle will be held Dec. 7 at Classix in Kewaunee. (dumperdan.com, wlba-wi.com, classixllc.com, facebook.com/events/507934503321639/) Jim Babiasz, president of The Range of Richfield, reports on December events at the range, including Sig Sauer Demo Day on Dec. 7. (therangewi.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, McFarland guide Ron Barefield reports anglers are still picking up walleyes on the Wisconsin River below the Sauk Prairie and Wisconsin Dells dams. (pappastradingpost.com, fisherkingwinery.com) This week's giveaway-a Jiffy powerhead cover that will fit any power ice auger. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554 or email dsoradio@gmail.com.

Colby Smith, of Alps Outdoorz, talks about the advantages of using portable blinds for deer hunting. (www.alpsoutdoorz.com) David Bloch, founder and president of Outdoor Edge, offers tips for choosing the right tools for field-dressing big game. (www.outdooredge.com) Sam Burgeson, president of Wildlife Research Center, explains how the use of urine-based deer scents can help hunters get better shots and avoid concentrating deer over bait, which can help spread disease. (wildlife.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, Jeff Kelm offers advice for hunting whitetails. (pappastradingpost.com, fisherkingwinery.com) This week's giveaway-five copies of Dominance is Everything to a Monster Whitetail Buck, by Bob Mercier, of Deer Behavior Specialists, deerbehavior.com. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554 or email dsoradio@gmail.com.

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, Wisconsin R-3 coordinator for the National Wild Turkey Federation offers advice for preparing a delicious wild turkey feast for Thanksgiving. (nwtf.org, hupy.com) Big Guy Hats creator Jeff Kahlow, aka Frozen Tundra Man, reveals the truth behind a monster buck he shot years ago. (bigguyhats.com) Russ Austad, program services director for Whitetails Unlimited, based in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, talks about WTU goals, activities and upcoming events. (whitetailsunlimited.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, Nebulus Flotation Device pro staffer Duffy Kopf reports on fishing action on the Madison chain and urges ice anglers to be careful venturing out on early ice. (pappastradingpost.com, fisherkingwinery.com) This week's giveaway-five copies of Dominance is Everything to a Monster Whitetail Buck, by Bob Mercier, of Deer Behavior Specialists, www.deerbehavior.com. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554 or email dsoradio@gmail.com.

Wisconsin DNR recreation safety warden Jon King explains the reasoning behind the new Do Not Shoot at Movement promotion. (dnr.wi.gov/topic/hunt/) In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, deer behavior specialist Bob Mercier offers tips for hunting dominant bucks during the rut. (deerbehavior.com, hupy.com) Jackson Hole, Wyoming artist Abby Paffrath talks about the inspiration for the wildlife and Native American themes in her art. (art4allbyabby.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, JC Chamberlin offers advice for cold weather bowhunting. (pappastradingpost.com, fisherkingwinery.com) This week's giveaway--four designer hats by Abby Paffrath. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554 or email dsoradio@gmail.com.

Wisconsin DNR recreation safety warden Jon King reminds all hunters to be sure of their target. There are other hunters out there, along with hikers, bikers and others. Don't shoot at movement. Safe hunting is no accident. (dnr.wi.gov/topic/hunt/) Jon Steigerwaldt, regional biologist for the Ruffed Grouse and American Woodcock societies, reports on the first year results of a three-year study on West Nile virus on grouse in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan. (ruffedgrousesociety.org) Shane Mowery, host of Bone Maniacs on Carbon TV, offers advice for hunters heading out West this fall for deer and elk. (bonemaniacs.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, pro angler Duffy Kopf says pike, panfish, bass and walleye action has been good on the Madison chain, with walleyes and saugers hitting on Lake Wisconsin. (www.pappastradingpost.com, fisherkingwinery.com) This week's giveaway: Win a $100 gift package from Huntworth Gear. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554 or email dsoradio@gmail.com.

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, Steve Christian, co-owner of LeRoy Meats and Catering of Horicon and Fox Lake, invites hunters to bring their deer to either location for custom processing, including turning trim into sausage using their award-winning recipes. (leroymeats.com, hupy.com) Sam Burgeson, president of Wildlife Research Center, explains how the use of urine-based deer scents can help hunters get better shots and avoid concentrating deer over bait, which can help spread disease. (wildlife.com) Wisconsin DNR recreation safety warden Jon King urges all hunters to practice the basic rules of firearm safety: Treat every gun as if it is loaded, Always point the muzzle in a safe direction, Be certain of your target and what"s beyond it and Keep your finger outside the trigger guard until you are ready to shoot. (dnr.wi.gov/topic/hunt/) In the Madison Outdoors Report, JC Chamberlin reports deer activity is picking up as the rut approaches and offers advice for mid-season bow and crossbow hunting. (pappastradingpost.com, fisherkingwinery.com)

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, Paul Marion, director of marketing for the Wildlife Research Center, offers advice for using scents to improve your deer hunting. (wildlife.com, hupy.com) Justin Roach, president of QuietKat Bikes, explains how e-bikes can help deer hunters scout and get to their stands without leaving a scent trail. (quietkat.com) Wisconsin Conservation Congress executive committee member and vice-chair of the Buffalo County Deer Advisory Council Terri Roehrig talks about the Wisconsin German Shorthaired Pointer Rescue. (wgspr.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, McFarland guide Ron Barefield reports good walleye action on Lake Wisconsin and Lake Mendota, despite recent high water. (pappastradingpost.com, fisherkingwinery.com, dsbait.com)

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, Mark Boardman, brand experience manager for Vortex Optics, offers advice for choosing scopes, binoculars and range finders for Midwest deer hunting. (vortexoptics.com, hupy.com) DNR R-3 team leader Keith Warnke encourages hunters to become a mentor and introduce a newcomer to the hunting heritage this season. (dnr.wi.gov) Marc Large, brand manager for American Natural Premium Pet Foods, announces a new dog food formula in the company's legume-free line to meet the needs of dogs with allergies or special dietary needs. (americannaturalpremium.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, JC Chamberlin offers advice for pre-rut bowhunting. (pappastradingpost.com, fisherkingwinery.com, www.dsbait.com) Two winners in the Huntworth camouflage youth hoodie giveaway announced.

Charter captain Dumper Dan Welsch reports 2019 was an outstanding trolling season on Lake Michigan. (dumperdan.com) Ruffed Grouse Society regional biologist Jon Steigerwaldt says Wisconsin, Minnesota and Michigan are in the second year of a three-year study on the impact of West Nile Virus on ruffed grouse. On the hunting front, grouse numbers are improving in northern Wisconsin. (ruffedgrousesociety.org) Huntworth Gear pro-staffer Tracy Breen offers good advice for getting kids into hunting. (huntworthgear.com, tracybreen.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, pro angler Duffy Kopf reports that high water levels and no-wake rules have hampered anglers on the Madison chain. For those who can get out, fishing has been good. (pappastradingpost.com, fisherkingwinery.com, dsbait.com) Kids can win two Huntworth camouflage youth hoodies, perfect for young hunters. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554 or email dsoradio@gmail.com.

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, our East Coast kayak correspondent Jon Small talks about his latest kayak camping adventure paddling around and camping on Staten Island. (northbrooklynboatclub.org, hupy.com) Range of Richfield president Jim Babiasz announces October classes and events at the Range, including an informational meeting of the International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) Oct. 20 and an all-day Zombie Shoot on Oct. 31. (therangewi.com) David Bloch, founder and president of Outdoor Edge, offers tips for choosing the right tools for field-dressing big game. (outdooredge.com) he Madison Outdoors Report, JC Chamberlin reports on his successful Wyoming elk bowhunt and offers advice for mid-season bowhunting for Wisconsin whitetails. (http://www.pappastradingpost.com/, fisherkingwinery.com, dsbait.com)