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Playin' Hooky Bowfishing Podcast2023 Bowfishing Season RecapOn this week's episode, Capt. Cody recaps his 2023 bowfishing season which includes big fish, weird spawning activity, broken equipment, people falling off the boat, and more! If you find yourself staring out the window wishing it was spring, take a listen to this episode and hopefully find your happy place thinking about your own season!Facebook Event for LLBA Annual Meeting (02/24/2024) --> https://www.facebook.com/events/677421674564381?ref=newsfeedPlayin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us -->...2024-02-0232 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastGrinz N FinzOn this week's episode, Capt. Cody reconnects with one of the show's most popular guests, Travis and Jenni from Grinz N Finz Bowfishing! Travis and Jenni talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly from their 2023 season, and of course, more butterfly talk! It's a fun conversation and a great listen!Grinz N Finz Bowfishing:Website --> https://grinznfinzbowfishing.comFacebook --> https://www.facebook.com/grinznfinzbowfishing/Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/grinz.n.finz/Playin' Hooky:Shop merch -->2024-01-151h 00
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastOK Is Not Okay!WE'RE BACK!! This week host Capt. Cody is once again joined on the phone by with Stephen "The Fear" Banaszak. This week is all about some new proposed regulations down in Oklahoma. Stephen walks us through the situation and what the greater bowfishing community can do to help the fight against the anti-bowfishing agenda.Meeting Details:Date --> Monday, January 8th 2024Location --> OK Department of Wildlife Conservation1801 N. Lincoln Blvd.Oklahoma City, OK 73105The Fear Bowfishing:YouTube --> https://www.youtube.com...2024-01-0144 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastAmerican Bowfishing LeagueWE'RE BACK!! This week host Capt. Cody is on the phone with Addison Ley with the brand new American Bowfishing League. Addison talks all about the format, rules, locations, and plans for this innovative tournament series. This is one you won't want to miss listening to!American Bowfishing League:Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092711674037Addison Ley:Email --> addison.ley@americanbowfishingleague.comPhone Number --> (405) 881-8860Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice...2023-07-0459 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastSolo Check-In & AMS Big 20 RecapOn this solo episode, host Capt. Cody checks in with a mini Minnesota update and goes over a short recap of the 12th annual AMS Big 20.Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky2023-06-0527 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastLucas & Gaven KelleyOn this episode, host Capt. Cody is joined by Lucas & Gaven Kelley. For those that don't know, Gaven (age 14) shot two youth state records in this year's U.S. Open. The conversation is centered youth in the sport of bowfishing and includes stories about tournament night, shooting records, and several other funny & creepy stories. It's a great episode with awesome conversation about the future generations of this sport that we love so much!Two Gen Outdoors:Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/bloodMonkeysInstagram --> https://www.instagram.com...2023-05-2250 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastU.S. Open Recap 2023On this episode, host Capt. Cody is joined by this year's U.S. Open team representing Playin' Hooky. The conversation is centered around this year's U.S. Open experience, talking about tournament night, the challenges that were had getting to and from, people guessing what you use your boat for, women in the sport, and a ton more! There is a lot in here, so give it a listen and write in with your stories of folks guessing what you use your boat for!Illinois Dust Storm:Story --> https://www.youtube.com/watch...2023-05-081h 09
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastTournament TalkOn this episode, host Capt. Cody is checking in and talking about tournaments. There are so many bowfishing tournaments that happen every year, and so this episode will help put a lot of those dates in one place where it is easy to find.We hope everyone's season is starting out very well (for those that have already started) and that everyone who hasn't started yet will have their opportunity very soon!U.S. Open Info:Website --> https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/usopen-bowfishingFacebook Page --> https...2023-04-2433 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastChris CrawleyOn this episode, host Capt. Cody talks to Chris Crawley. Chris has worked 8 of the 9 total Bass Pro U.S. Open Bowfishing Tournaments. He talks about his experiences working this tournament over the years and tells some good bowfishing stories. It's a fun conversation and gets listeners excited and energized for the upcoming tournament!U.S. Open Info:Website --> https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/usopen-bowfishingFacebook Page --> https://www.facebook.com/usopenbowfishingchampionshipPlayin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www...2023-04-1034 min
AMS Bowfishing Buzz podcastPlayin' Hooky with Capt. Cody Klaus (Ep. 56)In this episode we have bowfishing guide, Land of Lakes Bowfishing President, and host of Playin' Hooky Bowfishing Podcast Cody Klaus joining us. Plus Mathew and Derrick tell us their three bowfishing goals for the 2023 season. Don't forget to listen for the secret code to get some awesome deals...........https://www.amsbowfishing.com/https://www.megamouthbowfishing.com/2023-03-291h 02
AMS Bowfishing Buzz PodcastPlayin' Hooky with Capt. Cody Klaus (Ep. 56)We want to hear from our fellow bowfishers! Shoot us a text!In this episode we have bowfishing guide, Land of Lakes Bowfishing President, and host of Playin' Hooky Bowfishing Podcast Cody Klaus joining us. Plus Mathew and Derrick tell us their three bowfishing goals for the 2023 season. Don't forget to listen for the secret code to get some awesome deals...........https://www.amsbowfishing.com/https://www.megamouthbowfishing.com/2023-03-291h 02
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastWater Predator (Mitchell Deegan)On this episode, host Capt. Cody chats with Mitchell Deegan of Water Predator about bowfishing all over the country. He films his outings and makes videos for his YouTube channel. Mitchell spent 10 straight months on the road, living in his truck, and bowfishing! It's a sweet conversation and worth a listen!Water Predator:YouTube --> https://www.youtube.com/@waterpredator7826Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/water_predator/Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a...2023-03-2747 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastPowermax ConvertersOn this episode, host Capt. Cody connects with Jacky Davis and Graham McWilliam from Powermax Converters. The first episode with Jacky was so well-received we had to do another! Joined by Graham, this episode dives in-depth on everything Powermax. Give it a listen to learn about converter wiring, generators, chargers, and more!Powermax Converters:Website --> https://powermaxconverters.com/bowfishing/Facebook Page --> https://www.facebook.com/powermaxconvertersJacky Davis:Facebook Page --> https://www.facebook.com/jacky.davis.9Playin' Hooky:2023-03-131h 15
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastPre Season PrepOn this week's episode, host Capt. Cody spends most of the time going over pre season preparations and talks about some of the things to check and go through before the season begins.Along with talking about pre season prep, Capt. Cody talks about his recent trip to Tennessee and some LLBA updates. It's a great episode to listen to as you begin gearing up for the 2023 season!LLBA:Website --> https://www.landoflakesbowfishing.comFacebook Page --> https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1000635711842282023-02-2735 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastLLBA Update & Troller TalkOn this week's episode, we have a conversation with Justin Klages, the current president of the LLBA (Land of Lakes Bowfishing Association). Justin goes over the agenda for the upcoming annual club meeting happening on February 25th. If you are interested in attending, check out the links below!After talking with Justin, host Capt. Cody talks a little bit about utilizing remote-controlled trolling motors for bowfishing.LLBA:Website --> https://www.landoflakesbowfishing.comFacebook Page --> https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063571184228Meeting Event Page --> 2023-02-1330 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastStephen "The Fear" BanaszakOn this week's episode, we have a conversation with Stephen "The Fear" Banaszak. Stephen is bowfishing the waters of Oklahoma and Texas and working closely with the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation to study and monitor the invasive carp there. Along with bowfishing, Stephen also is passionate about MMA. Stephen and host Capt. Cody talk about his bowfishing career, his MMA career, and more.The Fear Bowfishing:YouTube --> https://www.youtube.com/@thefearbowfishing/featuredInstagram --> https://www.instagram.com/thefearbanaszak/Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com...2023-01-3044 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastCarpLiteOn this episode we hear from Andrew Just with CarpLite. We talk all about the awesome products that CarpLite offers and mostly about their HPS lights and housings. It's a great conversation to tune into, especially if you're rigging your boat!CarpLite:Website --> https://carplite.myshopify.comFacebook --> https://www.facebook.com/carpliteInstagram --> https://www.instagram.com/carplitebowfishing/YouTube --> https://www.youtube.com/@carplitellc6758Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www...2023-01-1629 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastNew Year, New EpisodeTo go along with the season, on this week's episode Capt. Cody sits down with good friends Tom Winter & Kalvin Hinderscheid to talk about the 2022 season and the upcoming 2023 season. They share stories, have some good laughs about this past season and also talk about some goals they have for the next season. It's a light-hearted, fun conversation that helps put excitement on the upcoming year and bowfishing season!Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com...2023-01-0241 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing Podcast5-Star LEDOn this episode we hear from Victor McNew with 5-Star LED. We talk all about the awesome products that 5-star offers and do a bit of a deep-dive on LED lights. Along with that, we also talk about the bowfishing community and getting more youth into the sport. It's a great conversation to tune into, especially if you're rigging your boat!5-Star LED:Website --> https://5starledllc.comFacebook --> https://www.facebook.com/5starledllc/Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/5starled__/Playin...2022-12-191h 07
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastProblem Child OutdoorsIt's boat rigging season! To start out the period of time every year where many of us start rigging and re-rigging our boats and all of our gear, we have Matt Judge with Problem Child Outdoors to go over boat rigging. Matt basically does it all from gutting boats to hanging motors to wiring lights and so much more! This episode has some great info on some things you can rig up on your boat.Problem Child Outdoors:Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/problemchildoutdoors/Facebook --> https://www.f...2022-12-0559 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastFatal Impact BowfishingOn this episode, Capt. Cody talks with Capt. Cole Coultas about bowfishing in Alabama, big buffs, and more!Fatal Impact Bowfishing:Website --> http://www.guidedbowfishing.comInstagram --> https://www.instagram.com/fatalimpactguidedbowfishing/Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky2022-11-2148 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastThe Obsession OutdoorsOn this week's episode of the podcast, host Capt. Cody talks with Capt. Ct Meyers from The Obsession Outdoors out of Kentucky. Ct and his guide service are most known for their spring paddle fish trips. He goes over the whole paddle fish deal, as well as some of the other trips he offers down in the great state of Kentucky. This is a great episode with great conversation. Give it a listen!The Obsession Outdoors:Website --> https://theobsessionoutdoors.comInstagram --> https://www.instagram.com/theobsessionoutdoors/Facebook...2022-11-0754 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastGrinz N Finz BowfishingJoin host Capt. Cody as he chats with Travis and Jenni from Grinz N Finz Bowfishing all the way out in Idaho! We get to hear all about the fantastic bowfishing opportunities out on the Snake River, including copious amounts of butterfly carp! Listen to the full episode to get low down.Grinz N Finz Bowfishing:Website --> https://grinznfinzbowfishing.comFacebook --> https://www.facebook.com/grinznfinzbowfishing/Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/grinz.n.finz/Playin' Hooky:Shop merch -->2022-10-2459 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastFall BowfishingAnother short one this week: Capt. Cody goes over what has been working for him for bowfishing in the colder part of fall.Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky2022-10-1014 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastChecking InThis week's episode is a little different; Capt. Cody checks in on a few things and wants to hear from you! (Things should be back to normal on the next episode). Thanks for listening!Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky2022-09-2610 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastAMS & MegaMouthOn this episode, we chat with Mathew Schillinger & Derrick Schmidt with AMS and MegaMouth Bowfishing. These two and the companies they represent are doing a TON to help the bowfishing community and industry, so we talk about a lot of different things including their own bowfishing podcast, filming bowfishing videos, and the AMS Big 20 tournament they put on every spring.AMS & MegaMouth:Website --> https://www.amsbowfishing.comWebsite --> https://www.megamouthbowfishing.comFacebook --> https://www.facebook.com/AMSBowfishingFacebook --> https://www...2022-09-1246 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastBowfishing ExtremeOn this episode we chat with Scott Henslee, owner and operator of Bowfishing Extreme. With more than 20 years in the business, Scott and his family own and operate one of the best online bowfishing shops in the entire industry. Scott talks shop with us and also shares the story of a giant Texas state record grass carp he was able to harvest.Bowfishing Extreme:Website --> https://bowfishingextreme.comFacebook Page --> https://www.facebook.com/bowfishingextremePlayin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www...2022-08-2936 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastMallory Potter & Nina RogersOn this episode, I am joined by Mallory Potter and Nina Rogers. This episode is focused on women in the sport of bowfishing as we talk about the good and the bad about being a woman in the sport of bowfishing. Give it a listen to hear all about that, traveling the country to shoot all kinds of fish, and even Minnesota accents!Mallory Potter:Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/mallorygrace3/Nina Rogers: Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/ninaoutdoors_/Playin...2022-08-1529 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastNew York BowfishingOn this episode, we connect with Brandon Cayea out in New York about New York Bowfishing and the tournament he has coming up at the end of August. This tournament will be a little bit different, so listen to find out more about it and what kinds of bowfishing opportunities New York has to offer!Tournament Page --> https://www.facebook.com/northcountrybigriverdrawPlayin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtrips2022-08-0132 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastSpotlight BowfishingOn this week's episode, we chat with Spencer Mojarro of Spotlight Bowfishing out in Redding, California. He goes over what California bowfishing is like and talks about the guiding he is doing out there. Give it a listen to hear why California is a state you will want to bowfish!Spotlight Bowfishing:Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/spotlight_bowfishing/Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay...2022-07-1825 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastTrip To IowaWe're back from our trip to Iowa! This week on the podcast, we talk about how amazing that state is for bowfishing. If you're looking for a new state to shoot fish in, give this episode a listen to hear why Iowa is a GREAT option!Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky2022-07-0432 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastU.S. Open Recap 2022This week we had a little different episode and sat down in the studio with the rest of the Playin' Hooky 2022 US Open tournament team. We had a rough Open this year, but got some pretty great stories out of the deal. Listen to this episode to hear us talk about some of them!Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky2022-06-2054 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastLand Of Lakes Bowfishing AssociationWant to win a brand new Oneida AND support the fight to keep bowfishing around for years to come? You can do both of these things by joining the Land Of Lakes Bowfishing Association. From now until June 25th, the first 100 people to join LLBA, or donate the price of a membership if already a member, will be entered for a chance to win a brand new Oneida from Bowfishing Extreme!This week we chatted with the president and vice president of the LLBA, Justin Klages & Austin Linder. We talk about protecting bowfishing, potential rough fish limits...2022-06-0639 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastIowa Bowfishing & Bniel BowholdersOn this week's show, we are in the upper-midwest talking with Harrison Van Maanen out of Iowa and Brian Nielson out of Minnesota. Harrison talks about Iowa Bowfishing and the tournament he will be directing on June 25th in Doon, IA. This is a daytime tournament, teams of up to four people, with a $100/ team entry fee. For more info, reach out to Harrison Van Maanen on social media or at (712) 470-0776. Brian is the owner of Bniel Bowholders and maker of the popular "Bow Blade". Not only does Brian talk about the different products he makes and sells...2022-05-2333 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastReel Vermont Guide ServiceWe are back from the US Open with a new episode of the podcast! This week we chat with Capt. Seth Meunier with Reel Vermont Guide Service. He tells us about the unique fishery that Vermont has to offer and some of the very different fish that can be bow fished there. Give it a listen, and if you want to give Vermont a go, get in touch with Capt. Seth and his guide service!Reel Vermont Guide Service:Website --> https://www.reelvermontguideservice.comFacebook --> https://www.facebook.com...2022-05-0924 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastBlack Forest TaxidermyOn this week's show, we're chatting with Steven Chamblee of Black Forest Taxidermy. Black Forest Taxidermy specializes in making quality rough fish mounts. We talk bowfishing, taxidermy, and more. It's a very unique episode and one that is definitely worth listening to!Black Forest Taxidermy:Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/BlackForestTaxidermy/Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/fishingtripsStay connected --> https://linktr.ee/playinhooky2022-04-2529 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastCowboy Bowfishing Charters LLC.On this week's episode, we chat with Tom Webster with Cowboy Bowfishing Charters LLC. out of Wyoming. Tom gives us a run down of Wyoming bowfishing, focusing on the trophy mirror carp that his state has to offer, including multiple world record-class fish. Find out about the truly high-quality bowfishing opportunities that Wyoming has to offer, and tune in to this episode!Cowboy Bowfishing:Website --> https://cowboybow.comFacebook --> https://www.facebook.com/cowboybowfishingInstagram --> https://www.instagram.com/cowboybowfishing/Playin' Hooky:2022-04-1134 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastJacky Davis (Powermax Converters)This week we hear from Powermax Rep, Jacky Davis. Not only is Jacky a rep for Powermax, but he is also a pro staffer for Yamaha, rep for Pro Guide, and an avid bowfisherman. We talk about all of this and more in this episode.Powermax Converters:Website --> https://powermaxconverters.comFacebook --> https://www.facebook.com/powermaxconvertersJacky Davis:Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/jacky.davis.9Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https...2022-03-2838 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastKentucky Big Boyz and Force Feed 'EmOn this week's episode, we chat with Capt. David Jarvis with Kentucky Big Boyz guide service and Max Wadlington with the Force Feed 'Em Bowfishing shop. We talk about Kentucky bowfishing, shooting big heads, starting a bowfishing business, shop talk, and more. It's a great episode, and you won't want to miss it!Kentucky Big Boyz:Facebook --> https://www.facebook.com/KBBbowfishingInstagram --> https://www.instagram.com/kentuckybigboyz/Force Feed'Em Bowfishing:Website --> https://forcefeedem.comFacebook --> https://www.facebook...2022-03-1436 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing PodcastWorking Class Outdoorsmen & Garp.CoOn this week's episode, we hear from Capt. Nick Mather with the Working Class Outdoorsmen charter service and Devin Heckman with Garp.Co. Between the two conversations, we go over Maryland bowfishing, guiding, filming, shooting out of small boats, and more.Working Class Outdoorsmen:Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/workingclassoutdoorsmen/Garp.Co:Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/garp.co/Playin' Hooky:Shop merch --> https://www.playinhookyguideservice.com/shopBook a trip with us -->...2022-02-2832 min
Playin' Hooky Bowfishing Podcast2021 Cajun 8 Champs - "The Outsiders"This week we talk with the champs of the 2021 Cajun 8 Bowfishing Tournament: Garrett Yates, Garrett Wheeler, and Dan Spinale, team name: "The Outsiders". We talk about tournament shooting, scouting, and massive boat issues that changed the entire plan for tournament night and forced The Outsiders to go back to their roots.Garrett Yates, Garrett Wheeler, & Dan Spinale:Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/gyates24/Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/garrettwheeler77/Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/spinale17/Playin' Hooky:Shop merch...2022-02-1430 min