Welcome to 120 Outdoors Podcast where the conservation minded men and women meet. We explore all things hunting and fishing and the land and waters that make it all happen. Join Chris DePaola and me Don Clowes as we discuss the outdoor world in our 120. Wherever you are, we think this will fit your 120, too.
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In this episode, we sit down with renowned fly fishing expert, educator, and outdoor writer Gary Kell to explore the incredible fishing opportunities hidden within Pennsylvania’s Allegheny National Forest. Gary shares why the forest is a destination for anglers seeking trophy trout while also highlighting the outstanding fly fishing available for smallmouth bass, muskie, and northern pike. He…
Join us as we sit down with Shane Hofius from the Mill Creek Coalition to discuss Acid Mine Drainage (AMD)—what it is, how it began, and why it continues to impact our streams and waterways today. Shane explains the science behind AMD, its effects on aquatic life and water quality, and the long-term environmental challenges it creates. We also explore the different treatment methods used to…
Ohio is full of great fishing opportunities, and some of the best ones are hiding in its streams. On today’s episode, award-winning outdoor writer and guidebook author Robert Loewendick joins the show to talk about why these overlooked waters deserve more attention. Bob shares how he finds hidden streams, the best times to fish them, and breaks down fly-fishing gear in a way that’s easy for anyone…
Sam Horn: Sandusky Bay Catfish Well known Lake Erie guide and Angry Floaters Charter Service owner Sam Horn joins the show to talk about the incredible channel catfish fishery in Sandusky Bay. Sam discusses the history of catfish in the bay, seasonal movements, the importance of currents and water flow, and his favorite setups and baits for targeting big fish. He also shares the funny story behind…
Yellow Perch Fishing with John Hageman Retired Stone Lab professor, award-winning outdoor writer, and avid angler John Hageman joins the podcast to discuss the decline of yellow perch populations and why Lake Erie’s western basin remains a perch stronghold. We cover spawning habits, the impact of spiny water fleas, and John’s favorite perch fishing setup, along with some of his recommended…
Trolling for Muskie with Kevin Goldberg. Our special guest on today’s show is Kevin Goldberg, a well-known muskie angler from across the Midwest. Kevin is highly skilled in both casting and trolling for muskie, and in this episode he shares his approach to trolling success. Kevin breaks down his basic trolling setup, including his favorite rods, reels, and line choices. He also dives into rod…
Our special guest on today’s Bonus Episode is Christian Boyer. Christian is a Tick Specialist with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. During the episode, Christian discusses the growing tick problem and explains why the cold winter did not significantly reduce tick populations. He also highlights that ticks can transmit many illnesses beyond Lyme disease and examines how…
Today, we’re joined by Great Lakes smallmouth expert Jimmy Lampros to break down spring river fishing. We get into how changing water clarity influences where fish hold, how to better understand spawning behavior, and the key river structures that consistently produce smallmouth. Jimmy also shares practical tips for fly fishing stream smallmouth, why wet wading can deepen your connection to the…
On today’s episode, we’re joined by Rick Provence- aka the “Crappie Kid” and owner of Cast Cray Outdoors. Rick shares expert tips on crappie fishing, including gear, baits, scent, floats, and finding spawning areas. We also dive into crappie behavior, best fishing times, and how to choose the right color and presentation to boost your success. Plus, Rick reveals a few untapped fishing spots.…
We have a returning guest on the show today—Zak Slagle, a biologist with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources—and we’re talking all things smallmouth bass on Lake Erie. We get into some really cool stuff from the latest research, like how these fish move throughout the seasons and what tracking studies are starting to reveal. Zak also breaks down spawning habits, genetic connectivity, and how…
