Midwest Frontier

This week is different kind of week for us. We talk about the energy crisis we are experiencing with also the problems to come. They are predicting a very real life energy crisis for years to come. In the news this week we have 5 moose killed by cars in Michigan, the official new name for asian carp in Illinois, a bear breaks in to summer home in Wisconsin, and DNR investigate fish kill in Indiana...

I apologize this week we just could not get everyone in the same room at the same time to record a full episode but it is a look at what next week will be about. In the news this week we have a hidden bunker in Michigan, a hidden gem of a state park in Indiana, a new state snake in Illinois, and a cause for concern on walleye population in Wisconsin. Thank you for you support and for listening in!...

This week is an introduction to the common nuisance hunting species, which typically is also furbearing animals. We chose several of the common species to discuss this week. You can expect to hear what damage they cause and what to do about them. In the news this week we have uptick in ticks in Indiana, New state rock in Illinois, 13 people convicted of poaching in Wisconsin, and a record flathead...

This episode we cover a lot of things including a D Day tribute but the main message is why we are more outdoorsman than we are golfers. We do have a close call that has been emailed to us as well. In the news this week we have a deer hunter who was attacked but charged in Wisconsin, Indiana is investing $25 million into public land, Illinois gives the ok to use bird feeders again, and in Michigan...

This week we discuss some close calls we have over the years and how some could have meant death or serious injury. If you have you would like to share with us email us at whistlemissionpodcast@gmail.com. In the news this week we have musky season open in Northern Wisconsin, armadillos in Illinois, Indiana deer hunting secret is out, and fish may not be safe to eat in Michigan. Kelsey's Korner is...

This week we are joined by Dan and Busch Lite Billy to discuss several different topics. Dan tells us about his bow exploding and how he got it back running and that was followed up by talking close calls. We discuss a bit more about ticks and many other random thoughts. In the news this week we have 30 by 30 in Illinois, possible world record musky in Green Bay, discolored walleye in Michigan, an...

When Pat got back from his turkey hunt he told me we have to talk about ticks. So this week we start to break in to biting insects and prevention. In the news this week we have mountain lions in Illinois, Wildlife act in Wisconsin, more bird flu in Michigan, and very big morels found in Indiana. Due to another out of town trip this week we do not have a Kelsey's Korner or Busch Lite Billy. Rememeb...

Do to a weekend fishing trip this week is a short one. We discuss the fun we had along with the fishing tactics used to catch white bass and walleye in the Wolf River near Freemont Wisconsin. In the news this week we have a possible rifle hunting for deer coming to Illinois, grants to fisheries in Michigan, volunteer paddling for wildlife in Indiana, and popular opinion leading to a set wolf popul...

We discuss several different topics this week including smallmouth bass migration, fishing the white bass run, and so much more. In the news this week we have avian flu in Michigan again, water quality in Indiana, riparian areas in Illinois, and the sturgeon spawn in Wisconsin. Busch Lite Billy has a shepherds pie recipe this week that was wonderful. Remember of you can hear this podcast that mean...

This week Pat wants to have a conversation with Busch Lite Billy on how to do this smoking thing. Bill gives his beginner lessons into smoking meat. Pat's interest with this started when he almost got a free smoker and after it fell through he was too excited now not to do it. In the news this week we have avian flu moving into Illinois, commercial fishing adaptations in Wisconsin, low CWD numbers...

From Earth Day to superstitions are covered this week. We go over superstitions from all over plus some of our own. In the news this week we have walleye regulation changes in Northern Wisconsin, Illinois man caught for poaching in Kentucky, anti-poaching hotline in Michigan, and a judge weighs in on Hoosier National Forest issues. Busch Lite Billy shares a beautiful prime rib he made and Kelsey h...

Phishy Phil has finally got on the podcast. This conversation was not too much more than catching up with an old buddy but still with good topics. In the news this week we have more Hill Billy Bass Tournament news in Illinois, headless deer in Michigan, turkey hunter news in Indiana, and stopping development in Wisconsin. In a fun conversation Kelsey covers 90's trends that are coming back. Rememb...

This week we discuss the fight to keep rivers open to the public, despite the fight from private land owners trying to keep it all to themselves. The DuPage River is what especially comes to mind because for several Chicagoans, it is a gem so close to home. Several homeowners on the river are trying to take away your access in a selfish land grab. In the news this week we have more avian flu in Wi...

This week we have Dan back talking about his new bow purchase and his guide to buying expensive toys. Additionally we have a guide to starting in kayaks and kayak fishing. In the news this week we have bald eagle poisoning in Illinois, river access moving on Wildcat Creek in Indiana, Avian Flu in Michigan, and sandhill crane hunting in Wisconsin. Kelsey's Korner is about the importance of meal pre...

The main topic this week is about oil line issues within the Whistle Mission Territory. We do not have a solution but do ask the question: What price are you willing to pay for energy independence? Jim introduces his newest fly, Whiskey Pop, that you can get for free by watching the free fly video. In the news this week we have trout fishing in Illinois, Elk population in Michigan, turkey tags in...

This episode we discuss different goals we have now that the winter is cracking. We discuss maintenance and prep work for all your seasons coming up. In the news this week we have bobcat hunting in Illinois, warning on brown trout in Clack Earth Creek in Wisconsin, exploding black bear population is Michigan, and pelicans spotted in Indiana. Busch Lite Billy smokes a pork shoulder and tells us how...

This week we talk about the slap on the wrist fine the steel mill got for secretly polluting Lake Michigan with a cyanide spill. We tie this all together with the growth of otters in the Chicago River and the climate bill comes back into the conversation in Wisconsin. In the news this week we have a refund on wolf applications in Wisconsin, growing farming in Illinois, attacking invasive species i...

This week we discussed fishing regulation changes in Michigan and changing gun laws and issues in the Whistle Mission Territory. In the news this week musky fishing changes coming to Michigan, Convict hiding in cave in girl scout camp, bear research in Wisconsin, and using cottonwood trees in Illinois for fish cribs. Busch Lite Billy goes over his process for home cured bacon. Kelsey's Korner goes...

This week we try a new way of having discussions. We dive in to how the winters are changing in the Midwest. The winters seem to be getting shorter and easier and we discuss that here too. Additionally we talk about how the government is trying to take private land for carbon pipeline usage. The last topic discussed is the "Loophole" politicians are trying to close after the Rittenhouse case. In t...

This weeks news articles are unique because we cross over in the wolves being put back on the endangered list. We discuss the major zebra mussels and Asian carp invasion that has every outdoorsman concerned. In the news this week we have more Illinois taxes on fishing tournaments, wolves in Wisconsin and Michigan, and a unique way to contribute to conservation in Indiana. Busch Lite Billy covers s...

This week we dive back in into invasive species across the Midwest with one more week to follow. In the news this week we have extended bobcat hunts in Michigan, major gas spill in Illinois, low cisco amounts in Indiana, and making it easier to sell of public owned lands in Michigan. Kelsey has another easy to do project she goes over for her new workout room. Busch Lite Billy joins us through the...

This week we are joined by Busch Lite Billy talking about invasive species in our area. We will have the next couple of episodes dedicated to talking about the most problematic species. In the news this week we have commercial forest program in Michigan, deer harvest news in Indiana, wildlife land damage in Wisconsin, and nutrient pollution in Illinois. Billy has his porkchop recipe and Kelsey dis...

This week we dive in to sulfide mining and it's permanent repercussions. The sulfide mine that has been proposed in the Boundary Waters in Minnesota has sparked major attention on the damage of the mines like this one, and the damage it will cause to the most visited wilderness area in the country. In the news this week we have how to reduce salt use in Wisconsin, from prison to state park in Illi...

This week we get to know Dan. You have heard us talk about him because he is a main hunting partner and listener of the podcast. In the news this week we have a panhandling turkey in Indiana, 4X4 park expansion in Illinois, trail cam ban in Michigan, and more oil pipeline news in Wisconsin. No segments this week due to severe scheduling conflicts. Rememeber if you can hear this podcast that means...

This week 3 of us discuss the issues by continuing an oil line through Wisconsin and how America decides how to preserve certain species. In the news this week we have wolf issues in Michigan, walleye stockings in Indiana, butterflies in Illinois, and an oil line in Wisconsin. Kelsey has more crafts and no Busch Lite Billy this week. Remember if you can hear this podcast that means you can be on i...