The Ring Game is an old game that I created to make my kids better anglers from a young age. Young kids will quickly learn to read water, and how to become more accurate at casting while having fun and spending time with you. The idea is that they throw their line out, and wherever it lands, you have to land your lure inside the ripple that they made before it disappears. Eventually they will want to switch, and you can start making the first cast, and they can try to land their lure inside the ...
Feb 09, 2021•8 min•Season 4Ep. 7
If you have been listening to the podcast for a while, you probably remember the 10,000 pushup challenge that we did last February. We are doing it again this month! In this episode, I go through what the rules are, how people keep track of their daily pushups, and tips to get through the month with success. If you want to participate in the challenge, text “PUSHUPS” to (305) 930-7346 and I’ll send you everything you need to get started, as well as motivation to keep you going throughout the mon...
Feb 05, 2021•8 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Jared Zissu is the founder of FlyLords, a media company that has had a ton of success on Instagram. I wanted to interview Jared after watching his latest film, “Time”. In this film, he interviews Flip Pallot about the legacy of Lefty Kreh. Jared gives us all of the behind the scenes of the film, and how he got to where he is today. We also have a discussion about “spot burning” and “intellectual property” in the fishing world. Be sure to keep up with FlyLords on Instagram and their website for t...
Feb 03, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 4Ep. 5
On this week’s How 2 Tuesday, I go over a technique that I have been using a lot recently. Teasing in jacks can be effective for many situations. In this episode, I go over when this is helpful, whether you’re scouting out a new area, or trying to get the fish closer to the boat for a fly fisherman. I also go over how to make the tease lure, and what techniques you should use when reeling the tease lure in. If you have questions or suggestions for the show you can text Tom at 1 305-930-7346 This...
Feb 02, 2021•14 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Many of you know that the deck of cards is one of my favorite workouts, especially when you’re on the road with no equipment and no access to a gym. I use this workout so often that I actually created my own deck with custom workouts. In this episode, I go through my deck and explain how it works, and how you can create a similar workout with any card deck. If you want one of my custom made decks, text the word WORKOUT to (305) 930-7346. The first run sold out fast so reserve your deck now and n...
Jan 29, 2021•9 min•Season 4Ep. 5
I first learned of Capt. Peter Deeks from my friend and mentor Bill Dance. He spoke very highly Peter and that made me take notice. A second trusted friend, Joe Simmonds of Salt Strong also had a very high regard for Peter. I did a little research and got Peter on the show to discuss how he became Bill Dance’s go to guide in saltwater, how he manages to put over 100,000 miles on his truck, countless hours on engines, all in the pursuit of keeping his clients happy and returning. It is working. P...
Jan 27, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Ben Crawford wrote the book “2000 Miles Together” where he tells the story of completing the Appalachian Trail with his entire family of 8 (ages 2-17). In this episode I talk to Ben about motivating your kids to get outdoors and the importance of it being their decision. Ben has a ton of experience with this subject and has some great knowledge and insight to share with us. Be sure to subscribe to the Tom Rowland Podcast because we have a full episode with Ben coming soon! If you have questions ...
Jan 26, 2021•7 min•Season 4Ep. 5
In this episode, we break down how to increase your numbers. Maybe you have to qualify for an event by hitting a certain number of pushups within a minute, or maybe you just want to build some personal goals for yourself. This program was not created by me, but is a great way to improve those numbers. I used it before SEALFIT Kokoro and again before Goruck Selection to be sure that I could easily complete the published standard for the physical standards. It is hard work but through consistency ...
Jan 22, 2021•12 min•Season 4Ep. 4
CA Richardson is one of our most popular podcast guests, so we had him back on the show this week to see what he has been up to CA Hosts Flats Class TV and has a ton of experience with inshore saltwater fishing. We talk about CA’s TV show, how Power Pole got its start, and many more things in this episode. Be sure to check out CA’s show Flats Class on Waypoint TV. If you have questions or suggestions for the show you can text Tom at 1 305-930-7346 This episode has been brought to you by Waypoint...
Jan 20, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 4Ep. 3
I have had many people reach out to me asking how to start a podcast themself, so this week I had Dave Stewart of Wet Fly Swing on the podcast to explain just that. Dave is a podcasting expert with a lot of experience teaching podcasting. He also has 3 podcasts of his own. If starting a podcast has ever crossed your mind, be sure to tune into this episode. To get on Dave’s e-mail list of how to start a podcast in 30 days, go to outdoorsonline.co/startapodcast If you have questions or suggestions...
Jan 19, 2021•14 min•Season 3Ep. 4
When I am fishing and shooting Saltwater Experience, one of the hardest things to do is eat consistently healthy. When you’re headed out on the water, it’s way too easy to just grab an unhealthy snack or something that you know will fill you up, but isn’t the best for you. In this episode I break down some tricks that I have found to help me stay consistent with my diet, even out on the water. I go over some key foods that I bring on the boat that are available in most grocery stores without bei...
Jan 15, 2021•10 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Dave Stewart hosts the WetFly Swing Podcast and I had the chance to both be on his podcast, and interview him for mine as well. As you can tell from his name, Dave spends most of his fishing time swinging for steelhead, but also has a ton of experience with marketing/podcasting. We talk about many things on this episode, including the business side of podcasting, social media in the fishing industry, quitting your regular job to pursue your dreams, and much more. Be sure to keep up with Dave on ...
Jan 13, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 4Ep. 3
I typically have been keeping all of my rigging gear in the leaning post of my Yellowfin 24. Yellowfin created some fantastic storage that was previously wasted so I have organized it well with the 3600 Plano boxes. This past week we had a few cold days on the water and it helped me to realize that there may be a better solution. Because the area is in the middle of the boat, it is a comfortable place to sit and it is also the only shade on the boat, it is often where everyone wants to be. Addit...
Jan 12, 2021•10 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Over the past two weeks we’ve talked about new year’s resolutions and strategies to have the most success at them. A big part of a lot of people’s resolutions is diet. Now I’m not going to tell you what you should and should not eat, but I do have some strategies for sticking to your plan once you have worked out your diet schedule with a doctor or dietician. In this episode, we go over strategies for making sure you are comsuming the right amount of food, and how to meal prep to ensure that you...
Jan 08, 2021•12 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Rob Chapman has been posting pictures of some massive trout lately. Rob is a good friend of mine and I just had to have him on the show to learn more about how he’s been catching these fish. In this episode, we get really detailed with tactics, gear, locations, and more that will help you have success landing these “unicorn trout” as Rob calls them. Towards the end of the show, we also talk about Jordan Jonas, the winner of Alone Season 7, and how studying and learning wilderness survival skills...
Jan 06, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Plano has just released some new boxes that I am super excited to start using for my tackle storage. In this episode, I go into all of the new details of the new boxes and how they compare to my boxes in the past. I also go over how to make the most of the space in the boxes, and some of the little details that Plano is paying attention to that really improve these boxes over all of the others. If you have questions or suggestions for the show you can text Tom at 1 305-930-7346 This episode is b...
Jan 05, 2021•9 min•Season 4Ep. 2
One of the hardest things about starting a New Year’s resolution is having the drive and motivation to actually see it through. This week on the podcast we discuss how having accountability partners can help you have success. It is possible to set yourself up so that it is harder for you not to complete your resolution. We discuss having accountability partners or groups, making plans that will be hard to break and creating habits that are enjoyable and fun. I’ll be one of your accountability pa...
Jan 01, 2021•11 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Terysa and Nick of Sailing Ruby Rose have made a living off of sailing around the world and documenting it on YouTube. Nick was a successful dentist and Terysa was a successful paramedic and they both dropped their jobs to pursue sailing full time. In this episode we discuss making that decision, and much more. We hear about their travel stories, and what they have in store for the future with their brand new boat. Be sure to follow Sailing Ruby Rose on YouTube to keep up with their adventures! ...
Dec 30, 2020•1 hr 36 min•Season 3Ep. 51
Barracuda is one of may favorite fish to target, especially in the winter time. I typically use a modified lure that isn’t typically used to catch barracuda in shallow water. In this episode, I go through exactly what kind of lures I look for, and all of the special modifications that I make in order to make it the perfect lure for catching barracuda. I also go over the knots that I use to connect my wire to my fluorocarbon. If you are listening on audio, we also have a video of this podcast. Yo...
Dec 29, 2020•21 min•Season 3Ep. 51
Aurelia Skipwith was appointed by President Trump as the director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. In this episode, we discuss many conservation topics including the de-listing of the gray wolf and the expansion of hunting land. We also discuss Director Aurelia’s upbringing and how she entered this role. If you have questions or suggestions for the show you can text Tom at 1 305-930-7346 This episode is brought to you by these great sponsors: Barracuda Tackle - Makers of the best cast nets...
Dec 23, 2020•55 min•Season 3Ep. 50
We are now in the heat of stone crab season and I had Nick Biondoletti on the podcast to tell us some tips and tricks. Nick traps stone crabs commercially, but we also discussed the rules and regulations for recreational trapping. In this episode, Nick goes over what you are looking for as far as water depth, what kind of bottom to look for, and how to keep from getting pinched. We also discuss the regulations and the dates for the season. Be sure to check Nick out on Instagram @mm90films to see...
Dec 22, 2020•20 min•Season 3Ep. 50
As 2020 is coming to a close, many people are starting to think about their resolutions for 2021. Many of these are fitness resolutions, but I am going to run through some principles that you can apply to really any resolution. In this episode, I dig into many of the things that you need to have set up in order to be successful with your resolution. Many times this is going to require a major behavioral change and it isn’t just going to happen without some motivation. I talk about one of my favo...
Dec 18, 2020•17 min•Season 3Ep. 49
Cole Harrison is a native to Key West and has now found himself living in Fiji. I first discovered Cole because of his impressive Instagram photos (triplec.cole) and especially some of his underwater shots. Cole grew up in Key West and has an extensive knowledge of the fish that live there. He has a lot of experience spear fishing and continues to target incredible fish in Fiji, including the dogtooth tuna and some massive spanish mackerel. Be sure to tune into the full episode as we discuss how...
Dec 16, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 3Ep. 49
I just picked up my brand new 24 Yellowfin CE and I am extremely happy with this boat! Some of the most popular articles I have ever written walked through exactly what I chose for older boats and why. The podcast is an even better way to do this so hang on, we are going to walk through this boat from bottom to top. I believe is the perfect bay boat setup for what I do, and maybe what you do as well. I even dig into why this color is the best one for me. If you are listening on audio, we also ha...
Dec 15, 2020•20 min•Season 3Ep. 49
Brady Trautman and Alex Blue of SV Delos fame were part of a team that just released an amazing documentary about their sailing trip around the island of Svalbard. Together with Brian Trautman and Karin, they teamed up with Andy Schell and Mia Karlsson on the SV Isbjorn to form an 8 person team for this adventure. Svalbard lies 600 miles north of Norway and part of the island is above 80 degrees north, or the Arctic Circle. Brady and Alex have some incredible stories from the trip about the wild...
Dec 11, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Season 3Ep. 48
Capt. Brandon Simmons runs the Into The Blue Charter Boat at Hawks Cay Resort. Brandon fishes for Mutton Snapper and other reef fish regularly and creates sand balls using a mixture of chum, sand, and water to get the fish active. He tells us exactly how to make these, and why they work and how we can all use this technique to catch more and bigger fish. This episode is brought to you by these great sponsors: Barracuda Tackle - Makers of the best cast nets on the market BarracudaTackle.com Empir...
Dec 08, 2020•6 min•Season 3Ep. 48
Maintaining your fitness is a crucial part of making sure you have an enjoyable day out on the water. You may think that standing in a boat all day wouldn’t have much of an impact on your legs, but it actually does. With a boat constantly rolling back and forth, you are having to use the strength of your legs to stay balanced, and when you are doing this all day, it can really take more of a toll on your body than you think. I’ve put together a few exercises that you can do with simple things ar...
Dec 04, 2020•4 min•Season 3Ep. 48
Alexa Score is a professional wakeboarder, Tv Host and a Cancer survivor. She has an amazing story of overcoming cancer at a young age, moving across the country to pursue professional wakeboarding before she even turned 18, and how she has now become a host for many television shows. We talk about her journey and where she plans to go in the future. Be sure to tune in for the full episode. This episode is brought to you by these great sponsors: Barracuda Tackle - Makers of the best cast nets on...
Dec 02, 2020•56 min•Season 3Ep. 48
Kevin Pavlidis Is @Snakeaholic and he knows a little about snakes. In fact, he is a contracted snake hunter in the Everglades. While Kevin is trying to find snakes, the rest of us are trying to avoid them. Who better to ask “How do we avoid snakes in the wild”? We discuss the best way to deal with snakes when you encounter them while hunting, fishing, hiking or even in your backyard. Many times, hunters and anglers happen across snakes and do not know the best way to handle the situation. Kevin ...
Dec 01, 2020•8 min•Season 3Ep. 48
Hey team, hope everyone had a great thanksgiving! This week we are talking about a simple stretching routine that you can do using only one band or strap. This sequence is a great way to stretch out your legs, hips, and hamstrings. You can do this entire sequence from the ground and all you need is a simple band or strap. Take as much time as you want with these, and it will be sure to help you stay stretched out for any workout that is hard on your legs. This episode is brought to you by these ...
Nov 27, 2020•2 min•Season 3Ep. 47
