First Time Outdoors is dedicated to providing the tools and resources to help you get outside and experience something new.
We hunt, fish, camp, hike, and much more. Join us as we share our experiences, tips, and advice on how to enjoy the outdoors!
New Episode drops today! With warmer temps recently we’ve got our sights set on trout fishing. We sit down to discuss the basics of tying your own flies, from the tools you need to basic materials. Link in our bio and anywhere podcasts are heard.
03/05/2020
During these long winters, it’s easy to forget what waits for us in the outdoors. On today’s Episode, we sit down to chat about getting away to avoid the winter blues. Photo cred:
01/30/2020
New episode is LIVE! This week we talk with about all things fly fishing. From basic methods to staying warm during the winter, they provide a lot of great insight to get you started. Check it out on , or @ Bob Mitchell's Fly Shop
01/24/2020
The state of MN is doing great things helping kids get outside!
No child left inside: Small grants for getting kids outdoors in high demand Last year, state lawmakers approved $1.2 million in funding for a new program that established small grants to make the outdoors more accessible to more kids. On the eve of the second round of applications, the response has been significant.
01/23/2020
New Episode!! This week we sit down with from to chat about stretching yourself in the outdoors, youth involvement, and the benefits of the ‘silent sports.’
12/12/2019
On today’s episode of , the guys recap their whitetail season and walk through the Metro Bowhunters Resource Base hunt, where Jake was able to fill a bonus tag on a great doe. Tune in anywhere you listen to podcasts!
12/06/2019
Anybody still trying to fill their whitetail tags this winter? Good luck out there and stay warm!
11/28/2019
This year, we are especially thankful for wild places in this country, and our amazing friends and family we experience them with. Tune into this week’s Thanksgiving episode, and let us know what you are most thankful for!
11/21/2019
Despite what many new hunters might think, falls from tree stands are the most common serious injury related to hunting. Stands like this, sent in by a listener, are part of the reason. On today’s episode, we cover basic tree stand safety and how to make sure you’re able to walk out of the woods at the end of the day. Find us on and !
One that got away... On this week’s episode, we recap Day 2 of the Camp Ripley archery hunt! We’re joined by to discuss the hunt and his perspective as a new hunter. Let us know what you think!
11/11/2019
Over the weekend, was able to harvest this buck on a beautiful and crisp fall morning. Grateful for the time spent in the woods this year, and thankful for the meals he will provide.
11/07/2019
On today’s episode, Finding the Blood Trail, the guys recount a tough tracking job and some of the lessons learned.