Jay's Sporting Goods Podcast

Joe Cook of Jay’s Gaylord store has advice on targeting pike using tip ups. He talks about where to set up, how deep to fish, what terminal tackle works best and his thoughts on the choice of bait. Joe also describes how to a handline a big fish.

We get ready for Christmas with Bryan Darland, manager of Jay’s store in Clare. He has some great gift ideas for the hunter and angler on your list. His suggestions include electric power augers, hunting clothes and boots, knives, gift cards and more.

We’re getting ready for Michigan’s firearm deer season. Jeania Canel, manger of Jay’s Clare gun department, has great advice on buying the right gun.  The discussion includes rifles, shotguns and muzzleloaders... as well as ammo, reloading and accuracy.

It’s a lesson in venison processing with Veteran whitetail processor Mike Horswill. Mike has great advice on every step of the process from field dressing to making jerky. He describes how to hang, skin and butcher a deer.

We’re getting ready for bow season with Eric Lafollette, the manager of the archery department in Jay’s Clare store. Eric talks about the process of buying a new bow and choosing the accessories to go along with it.

We’re getting ready for waterfowl season with Veteran Jay’s employee, and avid goose hunter, Tom DeHarde. Tom has great advice on scouting and setting up for early season birds. He also describes the type of gear needed to get started in the sport.

We’re getting ready for the fall with Hunting Dept. Manager Kenny Slavens. He talks about the gear and preparation needed for deer, bear, predator and waterfowl seasons. The discussion includes trail cameras, mineral supplements, portable blinds & more.

Fishing is the topic with Bryan Darland. Bryan talks about the changing Lake Huron fishery, how to troll for Saginaw Bay walleye, targeting Michigan panfish. Bryan also has advice on choosing the right tackle for your next fishing trip.

Vicki Hornstra, camping department manager, says kayaks are more popular than canoes these days. She has great advice on choosing the best siz and style of kayak to. Then the veteran backpacker heads to the trail with tips on hiking boots and packs.

We’re talking turkey this month with Game Call Department Manager Blaine Bailer. Blaine has great advice on blinds, calls, decoys, shotguns and more for the Spring turkey season. He also discusss his game plan when heading to the turkey woods.

Travis Bohy checks in from the Betsie River and has great advice on fishing for springtime steelhead. Then, we turn our attention to food plots as Art Clute talks about preparation and has advice on the best size for a plot and choosing the right seed.

Archery Dept. Manager Eric LaFollette has great advice on looking for shed whitetail antlers & has tips on training your dog to find those sheds. Then Fishing Buyer Dave Cronk has details on a series of fly tying classes held each week at the Clare store.

Ice fishing is the topic with Spencer Ross from the fishing department. Spencer talks about the late start and how ice anglers are anxious to make up for lost time. He also covers techniques for perch, walleye, pike and even smelt.

Jorden Susewitz of the Extreme Predator Hunt talks about hunting coyotes, fox and bobcat in Michigan. Including tips on scouting, calling the animals and the gear needed to be successful and has details on the upcoming Extreme Predator Hunt.

Jake DeVuyst of the Trophy Room Taxidermy Studio at Jay’s Clare location has advice on field care of the animal & how to choose the right mount for your trophy. DeVuyst also has some tips on taking care of your mounts to be sure they’ll last a lifetime.

We get ready for firearm deer season on this edition of the Podcast. Gun department manager Jeania Canel talks about choosing the right gun for Deer Season. Next, Blaine Bailer from the game call dept. talks about using scent to attract a buck.

Fall fishing with Bryan Darland is the subject. Bryan is the manager of Jay’s Clare store and also an avid angler who has insight into the spawning and feeding patterns of salmon and trout - and advice on choosing the right gear.

Archery is the topic with Eric Lafollette. Get ready for the fall with info on the importance of bowstring maintenance, broadhead selection, proper shooting form, the choice of targets and much more.

Guns are the topic as we talk with Jeania Canel, manager of that department in the Clare store. Jeania describes what guns are popular these days, what to look for in a firearm and why the proper fit is so important to a shooter's comfort and accuracy.

Tina Droomer is the Front End Manager of Jay's in Clare - and an avid outdoor enthusiast who loves to hunt, fish, kayak and camp. Tina talks about Jay’s commitment to their customers and has great advice on choosing a kayak, tent or sleeping bag.