Anglers need to think about what’s going below the surface of the water, that is often ignored in saltwater fishing. This is also something Mike Genoun of Florida Sports Fishing has noticed through his instructional courses. Today we are going to go over some of things you can do to increase your awareness while out on the water!
Learn more about Mike and his magazine at https://floridasportfishing.com/
Read MoreThe 2023 10k push-up challenge is less than two weeks away so it’s time to register and start planning how you will tackle this challenge. Kevin Burns has been doing 10k pushups every month since 2021 and will show you the best ways to get started and track your progress.
Read MoreTaylor Sharp and John Zimmerman are the founding members of Casting for Hope, a non-profit that helps anglers provide financial, emotional, and spiritual needs of women living with ovarian and gynecological cancers in western North Carolina. Taylor and John have an incredible organization and a personal story that connects them to the issues Casting for Hope seeks to remedy.
Learn more at https://castingforhope.org/
Read MoreBen Jones, better known as GT BUSTER, is an Australian angler who has fished in some of the most incredible places on Earth. Ben also works closely with Mick Guthrie and Cast Co! Along with being an incredible angler, Ben is a former NRL rugby player and fitness enthusiast.
Check out Ben’s YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@GTBUSTER
Check out CAST CO fishing at https://castfishing.co/
Read MoreClint Campbell is the host of the “Truth from the Stand” podcast, which recently became the #1 show on the Waypoint Podcast Network! Clint’s show focuses on all things hunting with a dash of ju jitsu and mindset added in!
Check out Truth from the Stand on Waypoint https://waypointtv.com/truthfromthestand
Check out other shows from the Waypoint Podcast Network https://waypointtv.com/podcast
Read MoreJeff Liskay is one of the most well known and respected anglers in the Great Lakes Area. According to April Vokey, Jeff is one of the greatest anglers she has ever fished with. He operates Great Lake Fly Fishing which is an incredible resource for those looking to fish in the area. Jeff is also a Patagonia ambassador and advisor for Scientific Angler.
Learn more about Jeff and the Great Lakes here! https://www.greatlakesflyfishing.com/
Read MoreTony Young is the founder of Forever Young Spearfishing in Islamorada, FL. Tony goes after all kinds of species but specializes on the invasive Lionfish. Tony and his charter service have competed in several Lionfish removal tournaments, once spearing 426 in just a single day. Tony is also a certified TDI, PADI and FII Diver.
To learn more about Tony and Forever Young Spearfishing, check them out at https://diveyoung.com/
To listen to my previous episode with Tony, check that out at https://tomrowlandpodcast.com/blog/tony-young-managing-the-lionfish-invasion
We test these knots head to head using the same line on a Next Tech ForceTester. The most important part of being a great angler is to control the controllable and their is no better example of that than properly preparing your tackle. If you want to learn how to tie the knots mentioned in this video plus 40 other knots check out the Tom Rowland Knot Course on Waypoint.
https://waypointtv.com/tom-rowland-fishing-knots-course
Read MoreSam Carpenter is the author of “Work the System: The Simple Mechanics of Making More and Working Less” which is entering its fourth edition. Sam describes the system mindset as a simple mindset tweak that will change your life. When you have success, it’s important maintain that success by keeping a system of continued prosperity.
We test these knots head to head using the same line on a Next Tech ForceTester. The most important part of being a great angler is to control the controllable and their is no better example of that than properly preparing your tackle. If you want to learn how to tie the knots mentioned in this video plus 40 other knots check out the Tom Rowland Knot Course on Waypoint.
https://waypointtv.com/tom-rowland-fishing-knots-course
Read MoreMick Guthrie is an Australian angler who quit his job and started an online magazine which eventually turned into Cast Fishing. Co! Mick fishes all over Australia but spends a lot of time fishing in the Carpentaria region, which is like fishing on the edge of the Earth. If you want to learn more about Mick and Cast Co. check out https://castfishing.co/ !
Read MoreLarry Csonka is one of the most legendary NFL players of all time. Larry was the fullback for the Miami Dolphins during their historic run with Coach Don Shula. Following his time in the NFL, he moved over into the outdoor television space hosting "North to Alaska" and found just as much success. Csonka documents these ventures in his new book, Head On which is now available!
Read MoreDavid Moss is the fisheries Project Manager for The Nature Conservancy in Florida who has recently been working on implementing descending devices to improve the survival rate of Grouper and Snapper. The new Deck to Depth program will drive collaboration with recreational anglers, captains, and others across Florida to promote proper release practices and better data collection.
Read MoreAustin Hayne is the host of the No. 1 fishing show on Twitch.TV, an online, video based live streaming platform. Rather than showing select parts of the trip, Austin continually livestreams his charters for over six hours a day. Austin has also been the host of multiple fishing television shows and YouTube channels. Austin also runs FINAO Charters which operates out of Ft. Pierce Florida, Stuart, Jupiter and West Palm Beach Florida
Check out his Twitch channel at https://www.twitch.tv/finaolive
Read MoreTyler Kapela isa guide based in the Tampa Bay area who’s fishing experience has gone way beyond the state of Florida. Tyler has fished the waters of French Polynesia, Australia, Costa Rica, the Bahamas and much more. Tyler also recently caught the potential state record for a tarpon in Florida with a monstrous 86” fork length and 44” girth measurement, the weight clocks in somewhere between 228lbs-248lbs. Along with his “Hit and Run” charter service, Tyler is a content creator on Youtube managing the WATERMAN’S WAY account and very involved with Captains For Clean Water.
Read MoreDale Beatty has had one of the most incredible fitness transformations I have ever seen. After discovering the MFCEO Podcast, Dale decided it was time to get his fitness it check and it became a years long journey of discipline and sacrifice. In 2021, Dale was the runner up in 1st Phorm's “Transphormation” Challenge. Not only adopting a remarkable physical transformation but a total mindset adjustment as well. Along with his passion for fitness, Dale is also a hunting and outdoors enthusiast.
If you want to try out some of the products that helped Dale during his transformation, use the link below.
https://1stphorm.com/Tomrowland
Read MoreNeill Holland is a guy who embodies the idea of leaving behind a better world than the one that you found. Neill is a captain for Ocean Aid 360, an organization dedicated preserving marine life of all kinds. Neill is also a guide for his own charter service, GoFishTampaBay. Off the water, Neill’s life remains just as interesting as he works as a project design specialist for the United Nations.
Read MoreDr. Brian Boxer Wachler is a leader in the field of vision correction. Not only did he save my sons eyesight but he was the doctor who actually invented the procedure to make that possible! Dr. Brian recently went viral on TikTok with his "Fact or Cap" series in attempt to route out the plethora of misinformation online.
He recently wrote a book on the impact social media has on our perception called "Influenced". "Influenced" releases on November 1st.
Read MoreTyler Merren is an inspirational athlete, motivation speaker and trainer. As a teenager, Tyler was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, a degenerative eye disease which causes gradual deterioration in sight. In 1999, Tyler found a passion in goalboal and went onto to compete in the 2004, 2008 and 2016 Paralympics.
Tyler is also the founder of ReVision Training, a fitness institution for the visually impaired. His company also created the Revision Fitness app, an audio based fitness program.
Read MoreGuy Jeans is the owner of Kern River Fly Shop in Kernville, California and has been become one of the most notable anglers in the state. Along with owning his fly shop, Guy is a fishing guide and teacher. He also won the Lee Wulff Award from the International Federation of Fly Fishers.
Outside of fishing, Guy is a vocalist and keyboardist for the ska/reggae band called “Stoneflys” . Stoneflys has opened for some notable bands like No Doubt and Sublime!
Learn more about Guy and his shop at https://www.kernriverflyshop.com/
Check out the Stoneflys on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/artist/1EqwGG6H0wyBqIbMseHhmN
Read MoreDavid Graham is an angler who is dedicated to the pursuit of the biggest fish in America. From his first encounter with a Bowfin, David was enamored with large and unique fish. This led him to the Alligator Gar, where he has landed some monsters.
If you want to see some of David’s outstanding catches and hear about how he caught them, check out his blog below….
https://www.boundless-pursuit.com/
Read MoreJim Hensel is the founder and CEO of “Mayhem Mindset” which helps CEO’s, professional athletes, and high-performance entrepreneurs get clear on their calling, find significance and codify their core values. Someone notable people Jim has worked with include top 5 UFC lightweight, Michael Chandler, and 8x CrossFit world champion, Rich Froning. Along with this, he is also an author, speaker, and CrossFit Masters Athlete.
You can learn more about Jim and Mayhem Mindset at www.mayhemmindset.com
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