Tailgate Outdoors

Tailgate Outdoors

Your go-to podcast for all things outdoor adventure in the heart of Wisconsin. Representing the 715 area code, we bring you the best of the great outdoors, from hunting and fishing to chats with the DNR. Whether you're gearing up for your next big trip or just want to hear local stories, tips, and expert advice, we've got you covered. Grab your gear, gather around the fire, and join us as we explore the wilds of the 715 and celebrate everything that makes the Wisconsin outdoors so special!

Episodes

November 20, 2025 81 mins

Opening Day of the Wisconsin deer gun hunting season is nearly upon us!

Wisconsin DNR warden Jake Bolks joins Dan to go over last minute rules, regulations, and answers listener questions. 

Then Tim Kaiser from Whitetail Partners joins Dan to talk traditions, stories, and any final hunting tips before heading to the woods!

#WisconsinOutdoors #DeerHunting #WisconsinHunting #GreatOutdoors #Hunting #WhitetailDeerHunting

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On this episode of Tailgate Outdoors, Dan is joined by Tim Kaiser from Whitetail Partners where they are discussing deer hunting during the rut season, highlighting early tagging success, scouting, and preparation for rifle season. Tim explains the chaotic nature of the rut, advising hunters to focus on doe groups and be patient. The episode includes listener questions about attracting deer during the rut and hunting tactics. 

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Wisconsin DNR warden Jake Bolks joins us to answering your questions like:

  • Where can I dispose my deer carcass at?
  • What's the legal way to use a drone for hunting?
  • What do I have to do if my deer goes on a different property?
  • Do I need to do anything special to take the antlers off of a road kill?

#WisconsinOutdoors #WisconsinHunting #DeerHunting #WhitetailDeerHunting 

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September 25, 2025 13 mins

DNR warden Jake Bolks joins us answering your latest rounds of #hunting and #fishing questions!

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September 15, 2025 24 mins

With bow season now open in Wisconsin, Tim Kaiser from Whitetail Partners joins Dan to give hunters tips and strategies for a successful early season hunt!

#DeerHunting #Hunting #BowHunting #Outdoors #WisconsinOutdoors 

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September 2, 2025 28 mins

DNR warden Jake Bolks joins us for an extended chat answering your questions as we head into the fall season aka hunting season!

 

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August 25, 2025 23 mins

Eric Lopez from B.A.S.S joins us to discuss the Bassmater Elite tournament happening on the Mississippi River in La Crosse! #Fishing #BassFishing #Outdoors #WisconsinOutdoors

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DNR Warden Jake Bolks joins Dan to answer whether people fishing in the Bassmaster tournament need a Wisconsin fishing license, plus they chat Bear hunting and antlerless tags. 

#WisconsinOutdoors #Hunting #Fishing #BassFishing

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August 16, 2025 28 mins

Tim Kaiser from Whitetail Partners joins us to discuss what we should be doing in the middle of August to prepare for the upcoming bow season that includes food plots, tree stands, and water holes. 

Plus, he answers some listener questions!

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August 14, 2025 18 mins

Wisconsin DNR warden Jake Bolks joins us to answer your questions that include: what's up with the water levels, antlerless tags, Bears heads in jugs, and where can we duck hunt. 

#Hunting #DeerHunting #DuckHunting #Outdoors #WisconsinOutdoors

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July 25, 2025 16 mins

DNR warden Jake Bolks joins us to discuss the spring turkey hunting numbers, application deadlines that are coming up, and hunting tags that are about to go on sale. 

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July 19, 2025 24 mins

Wisconsin DNR warden Jake Bolks joins us to discuss the bear attack in Barron County, a fake deer state record, and we go over the deer hunting forecasts for this upcoming season.

#Hunting #DeerHunting #WisconsinOutdoors #Outdoors 

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July 12, 2025 24 mins

Tim Kaiser from Whitetail Partners joins us to discuss what we should be doing in the month of July to better prepare for the upcoming deer hunting season!

#DeerHunting #BowHunting #WisconsinOutdoors #Hunting 

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July 10, 2025 14 mins

DNR Warden Jake Bolks joins us to answer listener questions like:

  • Can I take the antlers off an elk if its a roadkill?
  • Can I use a motor on my boat at Half Moon?
  • And can I take a picture of a protected species fish if I catch one? 

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June 28, 2025 29 mins

On this episode of Tailgate Outdoors, Dan reveals his outdoor bucket list including the fishing and hunting adventures he hopes to accomplish one day. 

Then we catch up with Wisconsin DNR warden Jake Bolks before we head into the 4th of July. 

#Outdoors #Hunting #Fishing #WisconsinOutdoors 

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June 21, 2025 24 mins

Tim Kaiser from Whitetail Partners joins us to discuss what Whitetail Partners is and how they can help you improve your deer hunting experience by improving how you use your deer hunting land. 

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June 19, 2025 13 mins

DNR Warden Jake Bolks is answering your questions on the smallmouth opener, boat launching areas, and more!

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Dan is back with Adam and Aaron from No Eye Deer as they discuss the obstacles standing in the way to get more kids involved and enjoying the Great Outdoors. 

Plus, some Father's Day gift ideas for the outdoors loving person in your life!

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June 7, 2025 29 mins

It's the debut episode of Tailgate Outdoors! Host Dan Kasper is your guide as we chat hunting, fishing, and the great outdoors!

He'll have guests a long the way, like in our debut episode where Adam and Aaron from No_Eye_Deer join Dan to discuss favorite memories, fishing, and what rule's they would change. 

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June 5, 2025 14 mins

DNR Warden Jake Bolks is answering your questions on the "Free Fun Weekend", boat landings, private ponds, elk updates, and more! 

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