For more than a century, Field & Stream has told America’s best hunting and fishing stories. Now, the legendary outdoor magazine brings its award-winning storytelling, sharp reporting, and campfire camaraderie to the podcast world.
Hosted by Field & Stream Editor-in-Chief Colin Kearns, the Field & Stream Podcast takes listeners inside the pages of the magazine with segments inspired by its most beloved columns and departments—from The Season and Bullet Points to Cheers & Jeers and How I Hunt. Each episode blends storytelling, gear talk, news, and conversation with the writers, photographers, and outdoorsmen who shape the way we hunt, fish, and think about conservation.
Expect rich stories from the field, fresh reporting on public lands and wildlife issues, and honest talk about the gear, ethics, and culture of the outdoors. Whether you’re chasing ducks in the swamp, tracking elk in the Rockies, or tying flies at the kitchen table, this is your campfire—pulled up close.
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For more than a century, Field & Stream has told America’s best hunting and fishing stories. Now, the legendary outdoor magazine brings its award-winning storytelling, sharp reporting, and campfire camaraderie to the podcast world.
Hosted by Field & Stream Editor-in-Chief Colin Kearns, the Field & Stream Podcast takes listeners inside the pages of the magazine with segments inspired by its most beloved columns and departments—from The Season and Bullet Points to Cheers & Jeers and How I Hunt. Each episode blends storytelling, gear talk, news, and conversation with the writers, photographers, and outdoorsmen who shape the way we hunt, fish, and think about conservation.
Expect rich stories from the field, fresh reporting on public lands and wildlife issues, and honest talk about the gear, ethics, and culture of the outdoors. Whether you’re chasing ducks in the swamp, tracking elk in the Rockies, or tying flies at the kitchen table, this is your campfire—pulled up close.
Episode 3 - Steelhead Chaos, Whitetail Wisdom, and the Best Shotguns of 2025
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1 hour 5 minutes
1 month ago
Episode 3 - Steelhead Chaos, Whitetail Wisdom, and the Best Shotguns of 2025
From Great Lakes steelhead runs to the wisdom of “Mr. Whitetail,” this episode celebrates the wild heart of hunting and fishing.
On this episode of the Field & Stream Podcast, host Colin Kearns takes listeners through a trio of stories that capture the best of the outdoors. Senior Editor Ryan Chelius kicks things off with a deep dive into Great Lakes steelhead fishing - how it differs from the Pacific runs, why accessibility makes it so special, and the chaotic beauty of hooking into a chrome-bright fish in shoulder-to-shoulder waters. Ryan shares hard-won steelhead fly fishing tactics, his personal record catch, and unforgettable stories from his days patrolling the Salmon River in this week’s “Campfire” short.
Next, Larry Weishuhn - “Mr. Whitetail” himself - reflects on a lifetime of deer hunting, conservation, and stewardship. From his early days in Texas to his philosophy on land management and calling game, Larry’s lessons go beyond hunting—they’re about honoring wildlife and the land itself.
Finally, Phil Bourjaily rounds things out with his breakdown of the best shotguns of 2025, revealing the innovations that impressed even a seasoned gun tester. Whether you hunt whitetails, chase steelhead, or live for upland days with a shotgun in hand, this episode has something for every outdoorsman.
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The Field And Stream Podcast
For more than a century, Field & Stream has told America’s best hunting and fishing stories. Now, the legendary outdoor magazine brings its award-winning storytelling, sharp reporting, and campfire camaraderie to the podcast world.
Hosted by Field & Stream Editor-in-Chief Colin Kearns, the Field & Stream Podcast takes listeners inside the pages of the magazine with segments inspired by its most beloved columns and departments—from The Season and Bullet Points to Cheers & Jeers and How I Hunt. Each episode blends storytelling, gear talk, news, and conversation with the writers, photographers, and outdoorsmen who shape the way we hunt, fish, and think about conservation.
Expect rich stories from the field, fresh reporting on public lands and wildlife issues, and honest talk about the gear, ethics, and culture of the outdoors. Whether you’re chasing ducks in the swamp, tracking elk in the Rockies, or tying flies at the kitchen table, this is your campfire—pulled up close.
