It’s been an Interesting April
Turkey season is in full swing, crappie are biting, morel mushrooms are popping and the weather at night is perfect for sleeping in a tent. While many aspects of this spring are normal, we have been living through unprecedented times. Truthfully, I don’t know if I have ever been more thankful to be blessed with a passion for the outdoors. As I read and listen to friends complain about the anguish of being stuck with “nothing to do,” I am instead overwhelmed with opportunities to fish local farm ponds, hunt strutters deep in the forest, walk shallow creeks looking for arrowheads and endure endless thorns searching mushrooms. Studies are showing a serious increase in prescription medications for anxiety and depression. I wonder if a little more time spent in nature could instead be the answer? If you have a chance, now would be a great time to introduce a new person to fishing, hunting or foraging.
See you down the trail…
Podcast Episode 35: Ozarks Smallmouth with Billy Smith
Podcast: Ep. 35: Scenic Rivers Guide Service And Tours: Billy Smith
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Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod talk with the owner and operator of Scenic Rivers Guide Service And Tours, Billy Smith. Topics discussed: Smallmouth walleye, goggle eye and trout fishing on the Current River; Ozark history; floating; long boats; guiding; Jacks Fork; tours; Leonard Hall; Stars Upstream; concerts; wild horses; storytelling; mystery bait bucket; gear review and more.
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Here are two articles Brandon previously wrote about fishing with Billy.
Current River smallmouth second stint of retirement tour
Winter is the time to catch smallmouth bass
Hunting the Elusive Morel Mushroom
Mushroom hunting has become something of an obsession for me. First of all, I could eat morel mushrooms until I burst. I like them fried in a light seasoning, but prefer morels simply rinsed, halved and sautéed in butter. Throw a few of those over a medium-rare venison filet paired with a nice red wine and you’ll understand why mushroom hunters take the secrets of their best spots to the grave…continue reading
Turkey, Trout and Smallmouth Camp 2020
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