Outdoors Radio with Dan Small

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, Land Tawney, president and CEO of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, invites listeners to take the "Hike to Hunt Challenge" to get in shape, win prizes and raise money for BHA conservation efforts. (backcountyhunters.org, hupy.com) Jared Elm, forest wildlife specialist for the Ruffed Grouse Society, talks about efforts of RGS and other partners to improve wildlife habitat on private land. (ruffedgrousesociety.org) Capt. Dan Welsch, of Dumper Dan Sportfishing Charters of Sheboygan, reports good Lake Michigan action for rainbow trout and invites listeners to enjoy a meal at Rainieri's Four of a Kind in Sheboygan. (dumperdan.com, facebook.com/RanierisFourOfAKind/) In the Madison Outdoors Report, archery expert JC Chamberlin says now's the time to get bows and crossbows tuned up for deer hunting. (pappastradingpost.com, fisherkingwinery.com)

In the Hupy and Abraham outdoor report, author KJ Houtman talks about her new book, Why Women Hunt, published by Wild River Press and available June 15. (www.whywomenhunt.com, hupy.com) Jesse Quale, owner of Green Water Walleyes Guide Service, reports good action for walleyes, crappies and white bass on both Castle Rock and Petenwell flowages. (castlerock-petenwell.com, greenwaterwalleyes.com) Capt. Dan Welsch, of Dumper Dan Sportfishing Charters of Sheboygan, reports that baitfish are abundant in Lake Michigan and that the average weight of Chinook salmon returning to the Strawberry Creek spawning facility last fall was the highest on record at 20.6 lbs. He encourages listeners to leave comments on proposed trout and salmon stocking numbers at dnrlakemichiganplan@wisconsin.gov. (dumperdan.com, facebook.com/Wisconsin-Lakeshore-Business-Association-1008047639308659/) In the Madison Outdoors Report, McFarland guide Ron Barefield says bass, walleye and panfish action is hot right now on the Madison Chain. (fisherkingwinery.com)

Lukas Leaf, executive director of Sportsmen for the Boundary Waters, questions the recent Bureau of Land Management decision to renew two copper-nickel mining leases near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and encourages listeners to fight this decision by contacting the BLM, Department of the Interior, USDA and Congress. sportsmenfortheboundarywaters.org Michelle Vergenz, owner of Hickory Grove Labs in Helenville, Wisconsin, offers advice for choosing, training and feeding a puppy and talks about her work with service dogs. (facebook.com/groups/711747912250044/, americannaturalpremium.com) Capt. Dan Welsch, of Dumper Dan Sportfishing Charters of Sheboygan, reports good Lake Michigan action for lake trout and encourages listeners to enjoy a meal at Rupp's Downtown Supper Club. (dumperdan.com, facebook.com/pages/Rupps-Downtown/130806903664372) In the Madison Outdoors Report, pro angler Duffy Kopf reports on fishing action on the Madison Chain, and says anglers are catching fish despite high water. (fisherkingwinery.com)

In the Hupy & Abraham Outdoor Report, DNR wildlife biologist Dianne Robinson offers advice for campers, hikers and others who might encounter baby wildlife this spring. (hupy.com, dnr.wi.gov/rehab) Matt Frankey, CEO of H2Owners.com, describes several new products designed to solve problems faced by boaters and waterfront property owners. (h2owners.com) Jim Babiasz, president of the Range of Richfield, announces June events and activities at The Range, including the second-annual Charity Car Show on June 8 and Glock Demo Day on June 15 Dads shoot free on Fathers Day. (therangewi.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, McFarland fishing guide Ron Barefield reports good bass, walleye and panfish action on Lakes Mendota, Monona and Waubesa and a morel bonanza in the Madison area. (fisherkingwinery.com)

In the Hupy & Abraham Outdoor Report, Allison Werner, policy and advocacy director for the River Alliance of Wisconsin, encourages listeners to attend one of 12 public hearings of the Wisconsin legislature's bi-partisan Water Quality Task Force. (hupy.com, wisconsinrivers.org) Captain Dan Welsch, of Dumper Dan's Sportfishing Charters of Sheboygan, reports good action for Lake Michigan brown and lake trout off Sheboygan and invites listeners to enjoy a meal at Pier 17 on Riverfront Drive. (dumperdan.com, pier17sheb.com) Linda Fellenz, marketing director for Burlington Chocolate Fest, previews the four-day food, fun and music festival on Memorial Day Weekend. (chocolatefest.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, pro angler Duffy Kopf reports good action for bass, walleyes and panfish on the Madison chain. (fisherkingwinery.com) This week's giveaway: Rattle-Free Trailer Hitch Stabilizer. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554 or email dsoradio@gmail.com. Leave your name & number and mention the Rattle-Free Trailer Hitch Stabilizer giveaway.

Marc Large, of American Natural Premium Pet Foods, announces two new products in the company's Legume-Free line of dog foods. (americannaturalpremium.com) Dave Janiszewski announces the release of the new RipaLip University Marine Electronics app, which helps anglers understand the intricacies of their on-board electronics and customize info for their rig and lakes they fish. (ripalipuniversity.com) Thom Beck, creator of the Rattle-Free Trailer Hitch Stabilizer, explains the advantages of this new product that reduces trailer sway and hitch and trailer theft. (rattlefreehitch.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, pro angler Duffy Kopf reports on opening weekend fishing action on the Madison Chain. (fisherkingwinery.com) This week's giveaway: - five free pro upgrades for the Ripalip University Marine Electronics app. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554 or email dsoradio@gmail.com. Leave your name & number and mention the ripalip giveaway.

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, Brian Anderson, aka "The Tick Terminator," offers advice for dealing with ticks that carry Lyme disease. (hupy.com, lymetickbughub.com) Steve Kantner shares stories from the women anglers he interviewed for his new book, Fifty Women Who Fish, published by Wild River Press. (whywomenfish.com, wildriverpress.com) Capt. Dan Welsch, of Dumper Dan's Sportfishing Charters of Sheboygan, reports brown and lake trout are hitting on Lake Michigan and Reel Shot Sheboygan can handle all your Lake Michigan tackle needs. (dumperdan.com, thereelshot.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, McFarland guide Ron Barefield reports good walleye and panfish action on Lake Wisconsin and says fish should be hitting on the Madison chain this weekend. (fisherkingwinery.com)

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, Bryan Muche and "Thirsty the Duck" encourage listeners to ask their legislators to increase the price of the Wisconsin duck stamp to raise more money to support wetlands management. (hupy.com, thirstytheduck.com) Jim Babiasz, president of the Range of Richfield, announces May classes and events at the Range, including a Mothers Day special on May 12 (moms shoot free) and Springfield Demo Day on May 18. (therangewi.com) Jon Steigerwaldt, regional biologist for the Ruffed Grouse and American Woodcock societies, comments on the potential impact of recent snow on migrating woodcock. (ruffedgrousesociety.org) In the Madison Outdoors Report, pro angler Duffy Kopf reports bass action should be good on the Madison lakes on opening weekend and urges boaters to prep their boats now and be courteous at boat landings. (fisherkingwinery.com)

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, Remy Battery president Mike Moeller offers advice for getting boat, RV and ATV batteries ready for spring and summer. (hupy.com, remybattery.com) Jeff Fuller, owner of Soggy Acres Retrievers and host/producer of the Sporting Dog Adventures TV show, shares the sad story of his son's suicide and offers advice for parents of troubled teens. In the Madison Outdoors Report, McFarland guide Ron Barefield reports good walley action on Lake Wisconsin and the Wisconsin River.(.fisherkingwinery.com)

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, Mighway CEO Dave Simmons explains Mighway's direct-from-owner RV rental program and announces Mighway's "No Fees, 100 Trees" offer to celebrate Earth Day (April 22) and Arbor Day (April 27). (hupy.com, mighway.com) Bob Kufahl, marketing partner for Rattle Free Trailer Hitch Stabilizers, describes the benefits of this unique new product that makes towing safer and more reliable. (rattlefreehitch.com) Keith Crowley talks about his new book, "Pheasant Dogs," which features Wisconsin hunters Ken Blomberg and Dave Roll. (pheasantdogsbook.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, pro angler Duffy Kopf talks about last weekend's Fleet Farm sales event at Lambeau Field in Green Bay and describes some new bass, pike and muskie lures by Westin Baits. (fisherkingwinery.com, westinfishing.com)

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, Jeff Guerard, chairman of the CWD Action Initiative, explains this new group's action plan to help curb the spread of CWD in Wisconsin. (hupy.com, cwdaction.com) Julie Massey, general manager of Woodside Ranch Resort & Conference Center, invites listeners to enjoy a weekend at this all-inclusive dude ranch located east of Mauston on Highway 82. (woodsideranch.com) Steve Smith, aka "Red Green," announces his return to Wisconsin with his "This Could Be It" tour coming to La Crosse, Green Bay, Milwaukee and Madison next week. (www.redgreen.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, McFarland guide Ron Barefild reports walleyes and saugers are hitting on Lake Wisconsin and the Wisconsin River, and panfish action should start picking up on the Madison Chain. (fisherkingwinery.com)

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, Wisconsin Conservation Congress chairman Larry Bonde invites listeners to attend the annual Spring Fish & Wildlife Hearings and Conservation Congress meeting in every county in Wisconsin to vote on proposals for rules changes and elect Congress representatives. (hupy.com, dnr.wi.gov) Robin Rider, co-curator of the "Aldo Leopold Life, Land, Legacy" exhibit at the UW-Madison Memorial Library invites listeners to visit this unique exhibit through May 24th and attend a special viewing and presentation by Leopold biographer Curt Meine at the library on March 30th from 2 to 5 p.m. (library.wisc.edu/specialcollections/) Jim Babiasz, president of the Range of Richfield, announces April events and classes at the range, including Walther Demo Day on Wednesday, April 10th. (therangewi.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, pro angler Duffy Kopf reports on last weekend's Capital City Muskies Inc. Muskie School, held in Waunakee and says walleyes and saugers are hitting on the Wisconsin River. (fisherkingwinery.com)

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, retired DNR wildlife biologist Mike Foy describes his proposal to pay hunters for shooting deer that test positive for chronic wasting disease. (hupy.com, facebook.com/CWD.Payment4Positives/) Andy Polubinsky, owner of the River's Edge Resort Bait Shop, reports good walleye action on the Wisconsin River and invites listeners to take advantage of the resort's midweek special room/meal/fishing package and sign up for the resort's annual spring walleye contest. (riversedgeresort.com/events/) Randy Flannery offers some tips for tracking and stalking big whitetail bucks, the topic of his seminar at the Outdoor Life Field & Stream Expo in Madison, March 29-31. (fieldandstreamexpo.com, wildernessescape.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, Gene Dellinger, proprietor of D&S Bait & Tackle in Madison reports anglers are still catching panfish on lakes Mendota, Monona and Waubesa, but getting on and off the ice is tricky because of shoreline melting and high water. (fisherkingwinery.com, dsbait.com) Weekly giveaway: four pairs of tickets to the Outdoor Life Field & Stream Expo in Madison, March 29-31. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554 or email dsoradio@gmail.com.

In the Hupy and Abraham Outdoor Report, walleye pro Max Wilson shares his thoughts on winning the National Walleye Tour championship and Masters Walleye Circuit team of the year honors and looks forward to this year's tournaments. (hupy.com, nationalwalleyetour.com) Dog breeder/trainer Tim Mader, owner of Blue Grass Kennels, offers advice on choosing a hunting dog and the role of nutrition in a dog's development and performance. (americannaturalpremium.com, bluegrasskennelswi.com) Jason Perryman talks about his family's TV show and the archery tournament they will host at the Outdoor Life Field & Stream Expo in Madison, March 29-31. (fieldandstreamexpo.com, godfamilyhunting.com) In the Madison Outdoors Report, Jiffy, Nebulus and Pure Fishing pro-staffer Duffy Kopf warns ice anglers to use caution as the hard-water season winds down and invites anglers to attend the Capital City Muskies Inc. Muskie School, March 23rd in Waunakee. (fisherkingwinery.com, capitalcitymuskiesinc.org)

Exhibition archer Byron Ferguson invites listeners to attend his demos at the Outdoor Life/Field & Stream Expo, March 29-31 in Madison. (fieldandstreamexpo.com, byronferguson.com/) Paul Pirone, inventor of the new" VersaSkins camouflage system, explains the concept behind this product, an economical solution to the need for multiple camouflage hunting outfits. (versaskins.com) Jon Steigerwaldt, regional biologist for the Ruffed Grouse and American Woodcock societies, discusses the impact of this severe winter on grouse survival and shares preliminary results of research on West Nile Virus in grouse. (ruffedgrousesociety.org) In the Madison Outdoors Report, McFarland guide Ron Barefield says travel conditions are improving and panfish are biting on lakes Mendota and Monona. (fisherkingwinery.com) Weekly giveaway: Two pairs of tickets to the Outdoor Life/Field & Stream Expo, March 29-31 in Madison. To enter the drawing, call 414-297-7554 or email us at dsoradio@gmail.com. Leave your name and number and mention the Expo giveaway.