Episode 43: Marathon Running Man
On this episode of Wildernet, the guys talk about marathon running and the one that Shane recently ran.
Rediscovering Nature in a Digital Age
Episode 42: Isle Desert You
Eric and Shane are back at it! On this episode, we're talking about Eric's new bundle of joy and the five items that each of us would bring on a desert island.
Episode 41: Total Eclipse...Work of Art!
Eric and Shane are back...again! Today we're talking about Shane's trip to Indiana and Nashville where he got to view the total solar eclipse.
Episode 40: More Like "Tailgreat"
On our 40th episode, Eric and Shane talk about the fun they had tailgating at Miller Park.
Episode 39: Outdoor Bucket List
Today, Eric and Shane talk about Deer Fest, the Wisconsin State Fair and each of our respective bucket lists for outdoor activities.
Episode 38: Lawn Johnson
Today we're talking about hanging out with family, going to local fairs with live music, one of us getting a wicked bee sting and many ideas for lawn games to play, including Kubb.
Episode 37: Keep 'Em Clean
On this week's Wildernet, we talk about our time at the county fair and doing some river cleanup.
Episode 36: Biergarten Trinken!
On this week's episode, we talk about our time at beer gardens local to Southeastern Wisconsin.
Episode 35: Truck Bed Tent
On our long-awaited return episode of Wildernet, Eric and Shane talk about some new camping equipment and their experience with a local paddle boarding business.
Episode 34: Double Moonbow
Eric and Shane talk about the "year" in review, discussing the various activities from the last 33 episodes, including: camping, hunting, fishing, climbing, biking, festivals, hiking, geocaching, mountaineering, kayaking, canoeing, traveling and many more!
Episode 33: A Horse of Course
We welcome special guest Cady Pugh to talk horseback riding and why one mother is getting outside, despite her own ambitions.
Episode 32: Firestarter
REI is closing its doors for Black Friday and Eric & Shane tell you why you need to circle around a campfire.
Episode 31: Go Places...Cheap
Today we talk about some of the amazing photography from the National Geographic Photo Contest. Our activity this week is about travelling; specifically how to go about it inexpensively.
Episode 30: Where to Haunt
Eric and Shane talk about just how quickly the population of female hunters is growing. In addition, we tell our personal stories of haunted festivities like Milwaukee's Haunted Bar and The Dark Side Haunted Adventure.
Episode 29: Mountain Do
Shane and Eric talk about a crazy, runaway water tank. In addition, we go over the ins & outs, popular locations and our own experience with Mountaineering.
Episode 28: Care to Fair
On today's episode, Eric and Shane discuss climbing areas throughout Colorado that have places nearby to grab a beer. We also talk about our experience with fairs.
Episode 27: Twice Bitten
Eric and Shane talk about a whole lot of things you can do this summer for free. They also discuss their personal run-ins with ticks.
Episode 26: Three Wolf Moonbow
On this week's episode, Eric's back, talking about long exposure outdoor photography and what scares us the most in the outdoors.
Episode 25: Not Just a Travel Company
On this Eric-less episode of Wildernet, Shane does his first solo show ever, talks about a place you can watch outdoor movies this summer and the fun that was had with kayaking.
Episode 24: VOLL-E
On this episode of Wildernet, Eric and Shane talk about the various outdoor activities they've been up to lately, outdoor dining locations in the Chicago area and Shane's experience with beach volleyball.
Episode 23: It's a Trap Shoot
On today's episode, Eric and Shane talk about their experience with trap shooting, the other types of clay pigeon shooting and some tips that we could have used before going out. We also talk about a different and somewhat out-there form of rock climbing.
Episode 22: Plank Hiking
This episode's activity of the week is cross-country skiing. We also talk about one man's experience with it and the occasional need for solitude.
Episode 21: Shoe Snow, Don't Bother Me
Today, Eric & Shane's activity of the week is snowshoeing. In addition, we talk about the most rugged speaker on the market.
Episode 20: Camping Cold
On this episode, we talk about winter camping and their essential hacks. We also talk about a man that goes camping year-round.
Episode 19: Keep it Cool
After another lengthy absence, we're back at it, discussing the importance of keeping calm in the outdoors. For our Word in the Woods segment, we talk about how Volvo is developing a wireless technology to communicate between vehicles and bike helmets and ways to prevent excusing yourself from running in cold weather.
Episode 18: Bill Discgolferson
On this week's episode, we talk disc golf with our friend Bill and the Wisconsin deer bow and crossbow season kicking off.
Episode 17: Rainbows & Balloons
This week, we discuss traveling and the many ways to do it, as well as Solar FREAKIN' Roadways!
Episode 16: Climbentine
Today we talk rock climbing at Adventure Rock, Devil's Lake and Smith Rock, as well as a guide from REI. We also discuss DIY camping ideas and a great morel mushroom video guide from a listener.
Episode 15: The Morel of the Story
Today we talk morel mushroom hunting, how the visually impaired are making a point of getting outside and the Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo.
Episode 14: Let's Start a Conservation
Special guest Harry Mattox of the Safari Club International Wisconsin Chapter joins us to discuss hunting and its important role in wildlife conservation. We also talk about the big changes coming to Wisconsin hunting and touch a bit more on sheds.
Episode 13: The Good Kind of Shedding
On this episode, we talk shed hunting, the 30X30 Challenge and briefly discuss our trip to Nicaragua.
Episode 12: Fishing Through the Ice
After a long time off, we talk ice fishing, what you need, how to stay warm, the different types and fishing stories. We also see what's to look forward to in the forecast.
Episode 11: Apple-Jacked
We discuss our trip to The Elegant Farmer to pick apples and other activities to do there. Parks are open, deer are moving and fish are biting, so get outside!
Episode 10: Must Eat Mesquite
This week, we discuss the various ways to grill outside and the food to do it with. We also talk about how getting outside may get you living longer and how the government shutdown is limiting our ability to get outside!
Episode 9: The Seasons They Are a Changin'
This episode, we talk geocaching, the Fall Color Report and a great place to read about fall events & activities.
Episode 8: Not in a Tree with Carrie Z
On this episode, we talk bowhunting with our very special guest Carrie Zylka, of the Wild World of CarrieZ Hunting and Fishing Podcast.
Episode 7: Why Hike When You Can Bike?
This week we talk mountain biking with special guest and expert Leif Byrge-Liebig.
Episode 6: Bewildering Blueberries
We discuss our canoe trip to the Boundary Waters, some of the fun things we saw along the way, camping in general and some listener feedback.
Episode 5: Cute Bunnies & Smelly Cows
This week we talk festivals, getting lost in the woods, solar-powered batteries and lots of listener feedback.
Episode 4: Shane's Best Friend is Forrest Gump
Today we talk about the benefits of being outdoors on your eyes, lobbying to keep hunting alive, advantages of running and how to go about getting out. We also get to hear from the School of Wilderness Medicine and Survival.
Episode 3: Our Mascot is Sasquatch
We talk National Get Outdoors Month, a turtle tragedy, the Outdoor Report and fishing. We also get a guest call-in and some critiquing.
Episode 2: Kickin' it Outdoor with Macklemore
On episode 2, we talk about National Get Outdoors Day, hip hop artists that support nature conservation and apps that save lives outside.
Episode 1: Canoeing with Kevin Bacon
On our first episode, Shane & Eric discuss banning social media and canoeing in the Boundary Waters.