On this Episode, Duane & Tommy welcome guest: Morgan Stinson, CFO at WDFW. The guys discuss with Morgan the impacts of the WA St. Legislators refusing to properly fund the State agency so that DFW can maintain status-quo in operations. Instead, WDFW is looking at personnel layoffs and cutting programs. Morgan has the details. The guys also discuss, Puget Sound Resident Coho, frustrations and success. Also- The Tuna Are Here!! and the fella's have the update
Jul 11, 2025•33 min•Ep. 140
On this Episode, Duane Inglin is joined In Studio by Tommy Donlin Guest: Captain Ian Winder, with All Rivers & Saltwater Charters The guys discuss Salmon Fishing out of Westport Washington and also Bottom Fish, Halibut & Lingcod. WDFW is suffering from a number of budget cuts, due to the Legislators failure to give them the monies they would need in their budget for maintaining operation's 2025-2027. The guys barely scratch the service as there is much more to cover in regards to where t...
Jun 27, 2025•29 min•Ep. 139
Duane is joined In-Studio by Bill Herzog once again, The guys welcome guest Conner Martinis, owner of John's Sporting Goods in Everette. Topics discussed, Puget Sound Area 10 Resident Coho. Also the coming summer Chinook opportunity, Coho & Pink Salmon. Also- Duane takes a walk through of the McKay Crab & Shrimp Gear business and discusses the build and quality of the McKay Shrimp and Crab Gear with owner Keith Beck and all they have to offer.
Jun 20, 2025•50 min•Ep. 138
Duane Inglin is joined In-Studio, by Bill Herzog The guys discuss the recent Wyoming road trip Duane and Family just returned from. Why would you tow a boat 1,000 miles to fish for Kokanee....... Because it is World Class Kokanee Fishing Also, Summer Run Steelhead, Puget Sound Area 11 Chinook and Area 10 Resident Coho are all discussed. Several opportunities to take advantage of, the guys will help you get squared away..
Jun 13, 2025•30 min•Ep. 137
On this weeks Episode, Duane and Tommy welcome Guest: Ben Overmars, owner at Overkill Sportfishing, the fella's discuss Westport Lingcod, Halibut and Rockfish. Great information from Ben on this show. Brian Lynn- VP of marketing and Communications with Sportsmen's Alliance. SA has filed a petition with WA St. Governor Bob Ferguson to remove four of our current Fish & Wildlife Commissioners. You will not believe the amount of illegal activity the Commission has been up to and for how long.......
May 24, 2025•37 min•Ep. 136
Bill Herzog joins Duane & Tommy In-Studio Discussions, Wind River Spring Chinook and Area 13 Puget Sound Jigging Chinook Guest- Matt Messing, Messin' Around Fishing Charters, discussion Puget Sound Lingcod Greg Miller, 155 lb. Halibut caught on a 9' salmon Rod rated at 10-20 lb. while fishing Lingcod, in 67 ft. of water.... Great Story Walleye Smack-Down, Duane returns from the Eastside of WA St. a great outing for Walleye
May 09, 2025•51 min•Ep. 135
On this weeks Episode- Duane & Tommy welcome long time buddy, Bill Herzog. Bill just returned from a road trip to Blue Lake and Lake Palmer. Lahontan Cutthroat and Kokanee and he brings all the details so you can find success. Toby Wyatt, owner of Reel Time Fishing, Toby joins the show to talk about the Drano Lake Spring Chinook opportunity. Also, the guys have a discussion on the legislative budget cuts in WA St. and how the impacts will affect WDFW's operating budget for 2026/2027. Plus, a...
May 02, 2025•51 min•Ep. 134
On this weeks Episode, Duane and Tommy have a great discussion on boater safety and ocean navigation. With the recent events off the shores of Neah Bay with a 15ft Hewes Craft that capsized with the loss of three lives, it's a good reminder on just how fast things can happen and you have to have a plan. Also, the boys welcome Guest: Roger Hinchcliff VP at Lamiglas Fishing Rods- What is going on at Lamiglas and did you know that FHN is now promoting Lamiglas Fishing Rods? Nick Petosa owner at Pet...
Apr 25, 2025•50 min•Ep. 133
On this Episode, Duane Inglin & Bill Herzog on the road and fishing Lake Roosevelt for Large Kokanee and Triploid Rainbows. However, Lake Roosevelt wasn't playing nice and the fella's went home with their tail between their legs. Listen in, as the fella's discuss what they learned...
Apr 18, 2025•32 min•Ep. 132
On this Episode, Bill Herzog joins Host Duane Inglin back In-Studio The guys have a great discussion on Area 10 and Puget Sound Blackmouth Chinook Also, Duane has a great interview with Senator Keith Wagoner in his office in Olympia. Senator Wagoner is one of the good-guys, fighting for us in Olympia, introducing Bills that hope to benefit those in WA St. who love to hunt and fish. Which Bills are moving forward, which ones died in committee? Listen in and find out and also learn just how much w...
Apr 11, 2025•35 min•Ep. 131
Duane Inglin & tommy Donlin, welcome Bill Herzog back In-Studio The fella's have a great discussion on early Spring Kokanee success. Also- Puget sound Blackmouth is now open and the fishing is one of the very best we have seen in years. The guys discuss the shift towards winter Blackmouth opening in April. Additionally, Olympia Law Makers are once again trying to shut down successful fishing programs- listen and take action...
Apr 04, 2025•28 min•Ep. 130
On this weeks Episode, from the Fish Hunt Northwest Studio- a great simple Crappie Slider Recipe Guest- Ed Eleazer WDFW Region 4, Fish Program Manager. Ed and the guys discuss the ongoing issues with some of the Puget Sound Rivers and the ability to bring back Wild Chinook runs. They also discuss the future of Broodstock Chinook programs. Also- reminder announcement on the 5th Annual FHN Kids Trout Derby at Summit Lake
Mar 28, 2025•35 min•Ep. 129
On This Episode, In-Studio Guest, Rick Guerrero, founder, creator of People of the Medicine is here to talk about the benefits of his line of CBD products. This stuff is amazing, give it a listen, give it a try. Vernie Cross, REEL Time Fishing- Walleye fishing at night, how to be successful and the transition to day time opportunity. Vern has all the details. We had a great day on South Puget Sound, Area 13 with some Blackmouth success. We left it in here, for you to listen, lots of info here ev...
Mar 21, 2025•52 min•Ep. 128
On this Episode, Host Duane Inglin & Cohost Tommy Donlin, welcome Guest; Dave Johnson and Jason Harris. Dave Johnson is the GM at Kitsap Marina but also represents sports anglers in the (NOF) North of Falcon process and at the table for (PFMC) Pacific Fisheries Management Council. Dave brings all the numbers to the conversation and is in the know on what is going on in the conversations between WA State fishery managers and the Co-managers (Tribes) Defiantly a guy to listen to. Jason Harris ...
Mar 14, 2025•38 min•Ep. 127
On this Episode, Duane Inglin & Tommy Donlin welcome guest, Nick Petosa and Troy Black. The fella's have a great discussion with Nick, owner at Petosa Guide Service, on the C & R opportunity for Wild Steelhead on the Skagit and Sauk Rivers. Also- the guys discuss Lake Roosevelt with Troy Black, owner at Blacky's Guide Service. The boys take a deep dive into the details on finding success on Lake Roosevelt targeting Kokanee and Triploid Rainbows. Additionally, the guys have some info on S...
Mar 07, 2025•50 min•Ep. 126
On this Episode- Host Duane Inglin & Cohost Tommy Donlin, welcome guest Cary Hofmann, owner at CNH Guide Service. The boys discuss and recap the Grays Harbor Winter Steelhead season. Also, with NOF starting on February 28th, the guys discuss current Blackmouth management, and some Fall Salmon season setting constraints. They guys also welcome WA St Representative Tom Dent- With the Washington State Legislature in session, there are a number of Bills that affect Fishing & Hunting. Commiss...
Feb 28, 2025•50 min•Ep. 125
On this weeks Episode, we are back in the Fish Hunt Northwest Studio, with a number of great guest lined up. Duane Inglin and Tommy Donlin, welcome Guest- Britton Ransford with WDFW. It's Smelt Season and to get your Dip-On, you are now required to have a license. Also, what are the dates and how many days do we get- Britton answers it all.... Duane has a sit down with the one and only Randy Newberg. The guys catch up while at the Washington Sportsmen's Show and yes Duane's voice is hoarse once ...
Feb 10, 2025•50 min•Ep. 124
We have shifted- Welcome to the "Fish Hunt NATION Podcast" Duane Inglin, Host at Fish Hunt Northwest TV and Host of the Fish Hunt NATION Podcast, sits down with Randy Newberg. We are LIVE from the Washington Sportsmen's Show, we apologize as per usual Duane's voice is hoarse once again LOL... But, we had the opportunity once again to sit down with Randy Newberg of Fresh Tracks. Duane & Randy cover everything from what is considered a successful hunt, recent appointments to the WA St. F &...
Feb 05, 2025•48 min•Ep. 123
On this Episode- This week we double down. Very soon, we will introduce the Fish Hunt NATION Podcast. With that, this past week we were down in Echo Oregon at Horseshoe Curve Outdoors. We recorded some content with Greg Semler (owner at Horseshoe Curve) and Travis Malin, lead dog trainer & breeder. We discussed the Horseshoe Curve operation and how it differs from other Pheasant preserves. Amazing what they are doing down there. Also, joining Duane In-Studio this week is Bill Herzog. Duane a...
Jan 03, 2025•51 min•Ep. 122
Duane Inglin and Tommy Donlin are back In-Studio once again, The fella's recap a recent day on the river with a great short piece on Fish Fight's and Landings. Then they have a great discussion on getting your souse or partner into hunting and finding success. Next, Duane takes a walk through on his new 2025 Allied Mustang 23' HT. A very detailed review of one Bad Ass Boat...
Nov 22, 2024•50 min•Ep. 121
On this episode- Duane Inglin and Tommy Donlin are finally back in-studio together and the guys cover a lot of ground. Sit back and enjoy the sounds of some dialog and fish fights on the river. Also, walk the plains on the Eastside as Duane takes you on a Pheasant Hunt at Hidden Ranch Outfitters. Also- In Studio Guest, Ed Eleazer WDFW Region 4 Fish Program Manager. Ed is here to talk with the boys on the recent closure of the Tokul Hatchery Winter Steelhead Program. Why and what the future holds...
Nov 08, 2024•51 min•Ep. 120
This weeks Episode, short and sweet. The majority of the show was a Mule Deer Hunt, so the other topics and talking points are here. Guest Brian Lynn, VP of Marketing and Communications for the Sportsmen's Alliance is here to discuss the recent victory in a Lawsuit filed by The Sportsmen's Alliance against Lorna Smith, a current Commissioner on WA States Fish & Wildlife Commission. Also- Duane breaks down the recent WDFW Steelhead Town Hall, what the numbers mean and what to potentially look...
Oct 25, 2024•17 min•Ep. 119
On This Weeks Episode, Bill Herzog Joins Host Duane Inglin In-Studio for an action-Packed Show The fella's recap their morning outing on the river, in pursuit of Coho. Also, Bill breaks down the ABC's of hardware for Coho and.... Fall time is Go-Time for large Rainbows and Cutties on the Yakima River. Bill brings you all the info on chasing these incredible fish with jigs and spinners. Finally, Duane recaps his recent Elk Muzzleloader hunt, this past week...
Oct 11, 2024•51 min•Ep. 118
On this weeks Episode... Duane Inglin and Tommy Donlin go deep into fall tuna opportunities. Also, a look at Oregon's wild fish management and season limits on certain rivers. Plus, a great FHN Quick Tip. Guest; Jason Takayoshi brings the knowledge on Fall Tuna success... On the Troll, LIVE bait stop and pulling Iron. Additionally, the guys get into a great discussion on the management decisions on Puget Sounds area 8.2
Sep 27, 2024•51 min•Ep. 117
On this weeks episode, Duane Inglin and Tommy Donlin welcome guest- Mike Zavadlov- Mike Z's Guide Service. The guys talk about an outstanding Summer Run season on the OP... Also the Sea-Run Cutthroat opportunity going on now AND- a little preview on the Fall Salmon opportunity.. Also- Michael O'Casey is here from the TRCP the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership. Not sure what it is, pay attention and learn what they do for you-
Sep 20, 2024•31 min•Ep. 116
On this weeks Episode, Host Duane Inglin and Cohost Tommy Donlin are joined In-Studio by Scott Kaul, partner at Brads Killer Fishing Gear. Guest Rusty Hunt, owner at Hidden Ranch Outfitters gives the fella's an update as to what is going on with Mule Deer hunt opportunity's on the East side of WA St. Also, what is going on with HRO Adventures and how to get involved and enjoy the access to Pheasant, Chucker, Quail, Waterfowl and more... Scott Kaul and Duane Inglin, jump into the "Bait Lab" and b...
Sep 13, 2024•39 min•Ep. 115
On this episode, Duane and Tommy are back In-Studio, and joined by guest Bill Herzog, & Shane Magnuson. Bill discusses Columbia River Wobbler Fishing for Chinook and Hover fishing in Drano Lake. Shane brings his knowledge and insight and how to be successful on the upper Columbia Chinook fisheries, Shane always brings the details. Our very own Tommy Donlin describes his recent experience in the pursuit of the Northwest Geoduck. Tons of great info here, you gotta tune in......
Sep 06, 2024•50 min•Ep. 114
On this weeks Episode- Hoist Duane Inglin and Cohost Tommy Donlin welcome guest, Toby Wyatt, owner at REEL Time Fishing and Idaho's Clearwater River Chinook Opportunity... Toby has ALL the details, Unfortunately CWD (Chronic Wasting Disease) is here Washington State. Duane & Tommy speak with Dr Donny Martorello, WDFW Chief Scientist for the Wildlife Program. Dr. Martorello brings the info you need to know and understand as a Hunter...
Aug 30, 2024•38 min•Ep. 113
On this Episode, Host Duane Inglin & Cohost Tommy Donlin, welcome back Guest- Jason Phelps "Phelps Game Calls" Jason and the fella's talk about Jason's recent successful Alaska Dall Sheep Hunt... (Great info here) Kyle Buschelman owner, Willamette Valley Outfitters, Kyle and the guys break down the nuts and bolts that is Buoy 10. Where to be and when and rigging options, what you need to use. In-Studio Guest, Frank Urabeck... Long time advocate of the Lake WA Sockeye recovery. Frank breaks i...
Aug 23, 2024•50 min•Ep. 112
Tommy Donlin, FHN Cohost back and finally in the new studio. Fresh off his 2nd place finish in the 2024 WTC Washington Tuna Classic. He tells us all about what it took to find a spot on the awards podium... Guest this week, Bill Monroe Jr (Bill Monroe Outdoors) & Matt Messing, Messin' Around Fishing Charters. Bill is here to talk about the recent Area 1 Ocean Closure, due to extremely great fishing. What is that all about? Also, Buoy 10 and the entire Columbia River, dates and closures to be...
Aug 16, 2024•50 min•Ep. 111
