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02/07/21 • 15 min
Show Notes 32:
Locations: Wyoming
The Ups and Downs of Archery Elk Hunting and Nancy’s Biggest Bull Part 2
Locations: Wyoming
Since becoming a Wyoming resident and marrying Nancy over 5 years ago, we have been pursuing elk. They are a magnificent animal and superb table fare. Nancy was skeptical when I went archery hunting for elk the first year and came home with a cow elk later that evening. She was shocked. She started shooting archery and soon was chasing elk with her bow. Following breast cancer, she struggled to get her draw weight back up to the needed poundage so has been pursuing elk with a crossbow these last few years. Many missed opportunities and frustrations later, Nancy tagged her very first elk. The following year we put in for a limited entry unit in Wyoming and drew out. 2020 was a crazy year all around but Nancy her biggest bull elk to date and it was an experience neither of us will ever forget! Archery elk hunting is not what you see on social media and YouTube. There are days when nothing comes together, or you do not make good decisions and mess up your chance. Always remember that the worst hunt can become the best in just 5 seconds. Keep at it, stay positive, and sometimes everything comes together. The pursuit is exciting, the pack out and butchering is pure work, and the meals and memories are exquisite.
Get out there and live your stories!!
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Get out there and live your stories!!
If you are enjoying the stories and the podcast, I would really appreciate a 5 star review and please subscribe so you don’t miss an episode.
I would love to connect with you all at Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube!
Original episode artwork created by Scott Simkins.
Music Courtesy of Plum Stickie and used with Permission:
Audley Crazy; Written by Plum Stickie; Performed by Plum Stickie
07/21/20 • 26 min
Show Notes 29:
Chatting with My Good Friend JJ (Jason Randolph) about Guiding and Life: Part 2
Locations: Utah, Nebraska, and Wyoming
I was fortunate to meet and guide with JJ starting in 1997 out of Park City, UT. We have been friends ever since. We have been able to share many days on the water and in the duck blind. There are so many stories we have this will be a 2-part podcast and in all reality, I will have to sit down with him again sometime because I already remember more stories that we still haven’t even talked about.
JJ is an amazing guide and friend and a mediocre golfer lol, but if you get the chance you should float the North Platte river with him for some great fishing or hunt waterfowl with WYOBRASKA Waterfowl. It is hard to get JJ because he is booked most days, but I promise if you do you will have a great day even when the fish or birds do not cooperate. Even if you cannot hunt or fish with JJ, his guides and locations are outstanding! Get out there and enjoy some time on the water/blind with him.
https://wyobraskawaterfowl.com/
https://www.northplattelodge.com/
This one has a little bit of swearing (a—holes is used a couple times)
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Original episode artwork created by Scott Simkins.
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Audley Crazy; Written by Plum Stickie; Performed by Plum Stickie
First Turkey Hunt
So, There I Am...
02/07/20 • 18 min
My First Turkey Hunt
Location: Polk County, Wisconsin, USA
April 2011
My first turkey was easier than it should have been. I had some great teachers and I discuss some things that a turkey hunter should consider when using calls, decoys, and setting up. As always it was fun and I hope that you can enjoy the adventure along with me.
For those who are interested, you can get your turkey tags through the Game & Fish in most states. Some have over-the-counter (OTC) options but many are by lottery draw only. Visit your local Game and Fish web site for opportunities near you. If you have never been hunting and would like to, first step is to get your Hunter Safety Course finished up. Some states offer a Mentorship as a possibility. Another great option is to contact the First Hunt Foundation. It is a great organization that is to help those interested in learning to hunt. I also highly recommend Volume 1 & 2 of The Complete Guide to Hunting, Butchering, and Cooking Wild Game books by Steven Rinella. Another outstanding resource is Hank Shaw and his books as well as Hunt Angler Gardener Cook group on Facebook.
I would love to connect with you all at Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube!
Thank you and go live your stories!
Music Courtesy of Plum Stickie and used with Permission:
Audley Crazy; Written by Plum Stickie; Performed by Plum Stickie
42 Growing Up, Hyper Focused, ADHD and Adventures – I am lucky my mother and wife are Saints
So, There I Am...
03/18/25 • 22 min
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42 Growing Up, Hyper Focused, ADHD and Adventures – I am lucky my mother and wife are Saints
Locations: Everywhere I have been and ongoing
1970’s to Present
As I grew up I would get hyper focused on things and about learning. I would put all of my attention into whatever task interested me and then after a while I would get burnt out on it. Then I would switch to my new hyper fixation. I always had crazy vivid dreams and as I have aged it has become problematic because I was constantly tired. I would wake up exhausted because I had been guiding in my dreams all night. I finally broke down and was diagnosed with ADHD and told to take a mild drug to help me focus. This has helped me a lot to be able to get good rest but at the same time has not changed who or what I am. I still have a crazy brain that is constantly moving 1000 miles an hour and taking in everything around me (sights/sounds/emotions) but has allowed me to focus just a little more.
If you are interested in understanding ADHD more check out the videos and publications from Russell Barkley, PhD. It is great information and has helped me a lot.
Funny how when you look back over your life it is easy to see why you did the things you did but thought you knew everything in the moment. Thank goodness for amazing parents, grandparents and my wife.
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Sunshine on Sand; Performed by Unicorn Heads
44 Our Anniversary Trip to Scotland and Ireland to Fish, Stay at a Castle, and Explore
So, There I Am...
04/15/25 • 22 min
Our Scotland/Ireland Adventure!
Day 1: Flew to Edinburgh, rented a car and stayed at an Air BnB (hotel) near Falkirk, Scotland. It had a pub attached so we ate there. Nothing fancy.
Day 2: We drove to Inverness by way of Stonehaven so we could see the Dunnottar Castle. On our way to Alcaig, Scotland we stopped at Gannets https://www.gannetslaurencekirk.co.uk/ We highly recommend eating here. Amazing people and food!
Day 3: Today we fished with You Fish Scotland https://youfishscotland.com/
Day 4: We left the Inverness area and drove to Oban. We stopped at Loch Ness on the way and saw Urquhart castle and stopped at the Drum Farm Gallery Gift Shop. I love getting artisan type items when I travel, and we got a couple great pottery pieces here for our kitchen. Then we went to the Barcaldine castle where we had a reservation for the Caithness Room. Love, love, loved it. https://barcaldinecastle.co.uk/
Day 5: We headed to take a trip with West Coast Railways on the Jacobite Train. More commonly known as Hogwarts Express.
Day 6: After shed hunting and mud larking, we drove to Cromlix where our next Air BnB was located.
Day 7: We drove to a little farm near Balquidder to meet up with Darren and make our very own silver rings. It was the highlight of our trip. Unfortunately, we did a poor job of filming and have only a pic of the rings. https://www.darrenrice.co.uk/product/silver-ring-making-workshop-in-scotland/
Day 8: We went to see an old library and had a tour and saw some amazing first editions.
Day 9:Flew to Cork, Ireland. We met with Glenda Powell with the Blackwater Salmon Fishery. We spent the morning fishing for Atlantic Salmon, and I caught my first and only salmon of the trip. Nancy was learning how to 2 hand cast with Glenda and they had a great day. Highly recommended! Book with Glenda, you will have a ball. https://blackwatersalmonfishery.com/
We booked an Air BnB on the southern coast of Ireland near Clonakilty. It was spectacular.
Day 10: Started out heading to Cork to fish again on the river Blackwater. Then we headed back to Clonakilty and hiked and fished along the cliffs where we could.
Day 11: We did a bit of shopping and we both would like to come back to Ireland again. We didn’t spend enough time here.
Day 12: Flew back to Edinburgh and stayed in a tiny house in the countryside near Perth. It was so pretty and quiet. A fantastic little spot. We did a little antiquing and Nancy got to feed some highland cows (coos). It was wonderful.
Day 13: We decided to do a touristy thing and went to the National Wallace Memorial. We are very glad we did.
Day 14: Always sad going home but it was also great. This trip we decided that more than 7 days is too long for us.
If you have a chance to go you should! I loved our trip.
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Original episode artwork created by Scott Simkins.
Music Courtesy of Unicorn Heads and used with Permission:
Sunshine on Sand; Performed by Unicorn Heads
03/14/22 • 15 min
Show Notes:
39 What I Have Learned and Continue to Learn from Teachers, Employers, and Co-Workers
Locations: Everywhere I have been and ongoing
1970’s to Present
It is funny the different paths that simple decisions will take us down in this life. One of the best managers I have ever had was Marc Puhl. A Navy Chief Petty Officer, Store/District Manager and still a friend. He and many others in my life have had impacts in ways they probably don’t even know of. I was taught that regardless of the type of person you are around you can learn from them. Examples can be what to do or even what not to do, but one must keep their sights on goals and growth. I hope to be able to share some key points of continuing to grow in life by learning from others, the good, the bad, and the amazing.
I would love to connect with you all at Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube!
Thank you and go live your stories!
Original episode artwork created by Scott Simkins.
Music Courtesy of Plum Stickie and used with Permission:
Audley Crazy; Written by Plum Stickie; Performed by Plum Stickie
Black Hills, Turkeys, Oreos, and Hunting with Nancy
So, There I Am...
03/20/20 • 19 min
Black Hills, Turkeys, Oreos, and Hunting with Nancy
Location: Black Hills, South Dakota, USA
Spring 2016
Nancy worked very hard for her first turkey. We had some amazing meals with our friends Nick and Seth from MN and SD respectively. We hunted hard and did what we needed to in order to put Nancy on her first turkey. Following her bird, we chase mine and finish 4 for 4 in our group for SD Black Hills turkeys. I love this area and look forward to hunting here every chance I get. Nancy did everything she could to mess up my hunt lol but my perseverance paid off. As always it was fun and I hope that you can enjoy the adventure along with me.
For those who are interested, you can get your turkey tags through the Game & Fish in most states. Some have over-the-counter (OTC) options but many are by lottery draw only. Visit your local Game and Fish web site for opportunities near you. If you have never been hunting and would like to, first step is to get your Hunter Safety Course finished up. Some states offer a Mentorship as a possibility. Another great option is to contact the First Hunt Foundation. It is a great organization that is to help those interested in learning to hunt. I also highly recommend Volume 1 & 2 of The Complete Guide to Hunting, Butchering, and Cooking Wild Game books by Steven Rinella. Another outstanding resource is Hank Shaw and his books as well as Hunt Angler Gardener Cook group on Facebook.
If you are enjoying the stories and the podcast, I would really appreciate a 5 star review and please subscribe so you don’t miss an episode.
I would love to connect with you all at Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube!
Original episode artwork created by Scott Simkins.
Music Courtesy of Plum Stickie and used with Permission:
Audley Crazy; Written by Plum Stickie; Performed by Plum Stickie
Fishing, Floating Logs, and Pterodactyls with Kids
So, There I Am...
02/26/20 • 13 min
Show Notes:
Fishing, Floating Logs, and Pterodactyls with Kids
Locations: Utah and SW Wyoming
1997 to the Present
Fishing with children are some of the best days on the water. They may lose interest quickly if the fishing slows down but there are always a lot of activities you can do. The youth see the world in such a different way that adults do. Their insights of nature are amazing and so are some of the fun stories I have had while guiding.
I have a full-time job now days, so I only guide on my days off. My days off book up quickly during peak season, but there is always a chance we can get out on the water to chase trout. If you are looking to book a trip hit up Jans in Park City, UT. I always recommend full day trips because they give us more options of places to go and see. If something truly bizarre happens maybe you will make it on the next podcast! Hope you enjoy these stories from being on the water. There are more to come and as always I hope that you can envision the stories along with me.
I would love to connect with you all at Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube!
Thank you and go live your stories!
Original episode artwork created by Scott Simkins.
Music Courtesy of Plum Stickie and used with Permission:
Audley Crazy; Written by Plum Stickie; Performed by Plum Stickie
My First Steelhead
So, There I Am...
02/07/20 • 34 min
My First Steelhead
Location: Bulkley River, British Columbia, Canada
Fall 2002
A discussion of the beauty and grandeur of the British Columbia landscape and the amazing steelhead that make the migration to their spawning grounds. I was very unprepared for my first steelhead trip when it came to equipment and especially rain gear. While fighting the fish of a lifetime almost everything that could go wrong did go wrong. It was a great experience and I hope that you can enjoy the adventure along with me.
For those who are interested, I stayed at the Bulkely River Lodge. The people, food, and experience were second to none. I go as often as I am able now.
If you can’t make it all the way to Canada to chase these amazing fish there may be some closer to you. When it comes to tying flies for steelhead one of my favorite books is Steelhead Fly Tying Art & Design by Dec Hogan and Marty Howard.
I would love to connect with you all at Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube!
Thank you and go live your stories!
Music Courtesy of Plum Stickie and used with Permission:
Audley Crazy; Written by Plum Stickie; Performed by Plum Stickie
Hobbies and How I Got Started Carving Duck Decoys
So, There I Am...
02/28/21 • 18 min
Show Notes 33:
Hobbies and How I Got Started Carving Duck Decoys
Locations: Utah and Idaho
Hobbies have always been a money drain and a release for me. I have a lot of hobbies and a few of them I am passionate about. When I was in college, my friend Jason Randolph introduced me to duck hunting over decoys with dogs and I have been forever thankful. I love ducks, dogs, and decoys. I soon began a collection of decoys for my own decoy spread and then began trying to make my own birds. Thanks to the DecoyCarvingForum (now a group on Facebook) and personal instruction from Tom Matus, I was able to get my birds into much better shape than my first cork goldeneye decoy.
Get out there and live your stories!!
If you are enjoying the stories and the podcast, I would really appreciate a 5 star review and please subscribe so you don’t miss an episode.
I would love to connect with you all at Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube!
Original episode artwork created by Scott Simkins.
Music Courtesy of Plum Stickie and used with Permission:
Audley Crazy; Written by Plum Stickie; Performed by Plum Stickie
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So, There I Am... currently has 44 episodes available.
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The podcast is about Stories, Leisure, Conservation, Live, Fish, Outdoors, Podcasts and Education.
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