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WTMJ Outdoors

WTMJ Outdoors

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 From hunting, to camping, to hiking & outdoor sports, WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi highlights all that the great outdoors has to offer. In this weekly podcast, Scaffidi will talk with experts & outdoor enthusiasts from across the State of Wisconsin. WTMJ Outdoors airs from 2pm - 3pm on Saturday's on 620 WTMJ.2025, Good Karma Brands, LLC Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
Episodes
  • Winter Sports for Everyone, Everywhere

    Winter Sports for Everyone, Everywhere
    Jan 31 2026
    On this week’s episode of WTMJ Outdoors, we highlight the people and organizations that help connect Wisconsinites to the outdoors — from ATV and UTV trail volunteers, to veterans and first responders, to the heart of the Northwoods. -Randy Harden, President of the Wisconsin ATV/UTV Association, joins host Steve Scaffidi to discuss one of the state’s most popular recreational activities and the dedicated volunteers who make trail management possible across Wisconsin. -Tom Fischer, Event Coordinator for Wisconsin Hero Outdoors, shares how the organization connects military veterans and first responders with meaningful outdoor experiences, including recent ice-fishing outings on local lakes. -And we wrap up with Craig Kusick, owner of Bent’s Camp in Land O’ Lakes, who provides the latest snowmobiling and ice-fishing conditions in the Northwoods — plus a look inside his iconic resort (including the famous Bent’s Bobbers appetizer).
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    38 mins
  • Local Parks, Local Bow Strings

    Local Parks, Local Bow Strings
    Jan 24 2026
    Winter is in full swing across Wisconsin, and WTMJ Outdoors is celebrating the season with an episode dedicated to hunting, skiing, and getting outside. Host Steve Scaffidi is joined by Jeff Adee, owner of Headhunter Bow Strings, who shares his expertise on archery and how testing and technology have helped his company become a leader in bow string manufacturing. Brandon Wagner, Marketing Director at Little Switzerland, provides an update on snow conditions, slope offerings, and introduces snow bikes as a new way to enjoy the hills. And Andrea Wallace, Assistant Director of Recreation for Milwaukee County Parks, highlights winter activities happening in local parks.
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    38 mins
  • Wisconsin's Guide to Ice Fishing

    Wisconsin's Guide to Ice Fishing
    Jan 16 2026
    It’s winter in Wisconsin, and ice fishing season is underway — though conditions vary widely across the state. On this week’s episode of WTMJ Outdoors, host Steve Scaffidi checks in with fishing guides from around Wisconsin to get the latest on ice conditions, fish activity, and safety on the ice. Jim Stewart, owner of Rollie & Helen’s Musky Shop in Minocqua, shares what’s shaping up to be a more traditional winter for ice fishing in the Northwoods. Dave Duwe, a Walworth County fishing guide, breaks down ice depth, what’s working for walleye and perch, and why insurance matters when heading onto the ice. And Bret Alexander from Ice Fish Green Bay offers insight into variable ice conditions on Green Bay and Sturgeon Bay — plus tips on finding fish and staying safe in northeastern Wisconsin.
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    38 mins
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