Patrick Edwards sits down with the legendary Jim Zumbo for a special conversation about their recent two-and-a-half-day fishing trip.
Jim Zumbo, a prominent figure in the outdoor world, shares his experiences from a career that spans decades. He was an outdoor editor for Outdoor Life for 30 years, has authored 23 books, and has fished and hunted across the globe.
In This Episode, You’ll Hear:
- The Adventure Begins: Patrick and Jim recount their exciting fishing trip at Boysen Reservoir in Wyoming, where they focused on catching walleye, trout, and bluegill.
- A Memorable Catch: Jim talks about the thrill of catching a 29-inch walleye, one of the largest he’s encountered in Wyoming.
- Fishing Stories from Afar: Jim shares fascinating tales from his travels, including catching a catfish in Botswana’s Limpopo River and cooking Arctic char with lime juice in the Arctic.
- Fishing Techniques: The duo discusses various fishing methods, including long-line trolling for walleye and led fishing for carp.
- The Carp Challenge: Jim describes the surprise of hooking a big carp and his plans to experiment with smoking carp.
- Fishing Tips and Tricks: They dive into practical advice for anglers, including techniques for catching bluegill, processing fish, and the joys of trying different fishing methods
- The Carp Fight: Jim recalls the thrilling experience of catching a massive carp on a crankbait at Boysen Reservoir.
- Fishing for Bluegill: Jim shares his lifelong love for bluegill fishing, tracing it back to his childhood. They recount their successful quest to catch a Wyoming bluegill and the joy of fulfilling this bucket list goal.
- A New Fishing Method: Patrick introduces Jim to method lead fishing for carp. They discuss the fun and challenges of fishing from a cliff and the impressive results they achieved.
- Learning from Each Other: Jim reflects on the value of exchanging fishing knowledge and techniques. Patrick and Jim talk about their shared passion for fishing, the lessons learned from different fishing experiences, and the excitement of trying new methods.
- Processing Fish: The conversation turns to creative ways to process and prepare fish, including Jim’s trick for making sucker meat look like salmon and the potential of pressure-canning carp to dissolve bones.
Whether you’re an avid angler or simply love outdoor adventures, this episode offers a glimpse into the life of a fishing legend and practical insights for your own fishing journeys.
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