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Country Outdoors Podcast: Episode 67 - Dusty Boots

On this week's episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary is at CMC Rocks--the biggest country music festival in the Southern Hemisphere--where she sits down with Liam and Billy from Australia's rising Dusty Boots Podcast.

Country Outdoors Podcast: Episode 67 - Dusty Boots

Country Outdoors Podcast: Episode 66 - Dani Rose

Mary sits down with longtime friend and country artist, Dani Rose.

Country Outdoors Podcast: Episode 66 - Dani Rose

Country Outdoors Podcast: Episode 65 - Koe Wetzel

Mary sits down with country music star Koe Wetzel at CMC Rocks, Australia's biggest international country music festival.

Country Outdoors Podcast: Episode 65 - Koe Wetzel

Country Outdoors Podcast: #64 - Austin Williams

Austin Williams isn't just a rising country music artist--he's a true Nashville native, one of the very few in the industry.

Country Outdoors Podcast: #64 - Austin Williams

Country Outdoors Podcast: #63 - AJ Buckley

AJ Buckley is an actor, entrepreneur, and former star of SEAL Team, where he portrayed the iconic Sonny Quinn. Born in Ireland, AJ's journey into acting began with a childhood play that sparked his passion for the craft.

Country Outdoors Podcast: #63 - AJ Buckley

Country Outdoors Podcast #60: Jordan Rowe

This week on The Country Outdoors Podcast , Mary sits down with her good friend, Jordan Rowe. Jordan Rowe is a talented singer/songwriter making his mark in Nashville's country music scene. He also founded Music Row Ministries, a group offering Bible studies for men and women in the music industry.

Country Outdoors Podcast #60: Jordan Rowe

Country Outdoors Podcast #59: Mary O'Neill Phillips

This week on the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary closes out 2024 with a special solo episode! Join her as she takes a walk down memory lane, sharing stories from her childhood in Australia, her path to becoming a host, and how she discovered her deep passion for the outdoors.

Country Outdoors Podcast #59: Mary O'Neill Phillips

Styles Haury: God's Grocery Store and Record Breaking Hunts

On this week's episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary sits down with rising country music talent Styles Haury for a lively conversation about the intersection of country music and outdoor life. Signed with Warner Chappell in Nashville, Styles has written for major artists like Craig Morgan, Craig Campbell, Jimmie Allen, and penned Luke Bryan's #1 hit “Country On.” He dives into the inspiration behind his latest project, God's Grocery Store, an album filled with songs for fellow outdoorsmen and women. Styles also shares the incredible story of his 2023 archery hunt in Maine, where he set the state record with a remarkable moose harvest. Don't miss this episode packed with stories and music that celebrate the heart of the outdoors!

Styles Haury: God's Grocery Store and Record Breaking Hunts

Country Outdoors Podcast #55 - Allen Mitchell

On this weeks episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary sits down to talk all things country music with Allen Mitchell. Allen is the Vice President of New Artist Management & Operations at Erv Woolsey Co., a leader in the country music industry. Growing up on his family farm, Allen developed a love for hunting and rodeo, which shaped his strong work ethic and passion for the outdoors. He has spent his career working with some of the biggest names in country music, gaining insider knowledge of the industry. Whether you're a fan of country music or the outdoors, this conversation is full of insights, inspiration, and a few laughs along the way.

Country Outdoors Podcast #55 - Allen Mitchell

Country Outdoors Podcast #52: Colby Acuff

In this episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast, now available in video format, Mary chats with rising country star Colby Acuff. They explore his passion for steelhead fishing, bird dogs, and the great outdoors, while also diving into the world of country music. Colby discusses the inspiration behind his hit song "If I Were The Devil," revealing how it came together in one sitting. Tune in for a blend of outdoor adventure and behind-the-scenes music insights.

Country Outdoors Podcast #52: Colby Acuff

JUG FISHING - Catfish Fry on the Boat

Nothin' Fancy Catfish Jugs! (pool noodles) Zach thinks it's stupid to buy fish at the grocery store so we're heading out to our local lake in Nashville TN (Old Hickory Lake ) to do some jug fishing for catfish. We're keeping it extra simple and cheap. Nothing but a pool noodle, fishing line, hook, weight and bait. We decided it would be cool to catch, clean and cook the catfish all on the boat so we have brought out the air fryer. Fried catfish on the boat, why not!?

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JUG FISHING - Catfish Fry on the Boat

Wild Game Cook-Off

It's CMA week in Nashville and Country Outdoors and good friend Jared Mullins are teaming up to raise money for Catch-A-Dream Foundation. We're the first annual Wild Game Cook-Off with celebrity guest chefs and judges. Traeger has sent the grills and Mossy Oak Butcheries has sent the meats! Chefs Dillon Carmichael, Sean Stemaly, Devlin “Duck” Hodges and Dylan Marlowe will be judged by Tyler Farr, Matt Stell, Meghan Patrick and Mr. Moon! It's bound to be a fun night for a great cause! To learn more about the Catch A Dream Foundation we encourage you to look up their website @ www.catchadream.org

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Wild Game Cook-Off

Kentucky Bowfishing

Zach is heading to Kentucky to try his best to solve the silver carp invasion! Sean Stemaly was meant to come but ditched him last minute. Zach and Levi are on a mission to make him as jealous as possible.

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Kentucky Bowfishing

Snook Fishing

Hosts Zach Phillips and Mary O'Neill Phillips head down to Florida to try Snook fishing for the first time with their good buddy Kyle Petrick, who you've met before on the Country Outdoors Turkey Tour! Kyle's mad at Turkeys, but even more mad at the Snook! The crew have a blast catching and releasing in the beautiful Florida canals!

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Snook Fishing

Dental Tourism?? and Fishing in Turkey!

Did you know that dental tourism is a thing and did you know that there aren't turkeys in Turkey???? It's unusual that Zach and Mary take a trip that isn't 100% centered around hunting and fishing but this week, it's happening. Mary has dental work done in Turkey via visiting Isreal. Zach wasn't happy about the lack of turkeys but still managed to find some friends to go fishing with!

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Dental Tourism?? and Fishing in Turkey!

Australia Pt 1

Friend and Country singer Sean Stemaly steps in as cohost of Country Outdoors for a day as he hunts the Tennessee early archery season in search of his first ever velvet buck! Meanwhile Zach and Mary are headed to the land down under to meet up with friend and outfitter Karl Goodhand for an epic adventure in the Northern Territory. They are headed to bow hunt wild hogs and water buffalo in the Arnhem Lands with Aboriginal guide “Captain”. This one will go down as a trip of a lifetime!

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Australia Pt 1

Australia Pt 2

Hunting on the land of the Alardju clan makes for an interesting camp, as the team and their Indigenous guide "Captain" are not only stumbling across wild beasts at every turn, but they also discover ancient art dating back 40,000 years!

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Australia Pt 2

Australia Pt 3

Country Outdoors Outback Adventure continues with Zach, Mary and their Aussie mates from Goodhands Outback Experience! This episode is jam packed with spot and stalk action, giant boars, country music and camping!

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Australia Pt 3

Oklahoma Deer

Country Outdoors is starting out in Nashville TN hosting their monthly concert! There is great stories and great music but deer are on the mind! Zach and Mary are kicking off whitetail deer season in Oklahoma with friend Logan Harville of Jack Creek Outfitters! Zach's trigger finger is getting antsy!

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Oklahoma Deer

Tennessee Youth Hunt

Country Outdoors has a very special episode to share this week! Country star Mo Pitney, his wife Emily Pitney and their daughter Evie Pitney are in camp. The goal.. to get 5 year old Evie her first Deer! They are hunting on Mr. Larry's property that is full of family history and hunting stories and that's exactly what you can expect in this episode. Lots of stories and fellowship, hunting and of course some guitar picking.

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Tennessee Youth Hunt

Ill-A-Noyying

Sometimes the November rut in Illinois is something you dream of. Then other times nothing goes as planned. Zach and Mary experienced the latter this year. Country Outdoors always keeps it real and shows the highs and lows. You can guarantee fun was still had and memories were made. We can always hope for the dream hunts next year!

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Ill-A-Noyying

God Bless Texas!

Zach in Mary are on a mission to fill a buck tag and to have as much fun as possible while doing it. They have a pit stop for a Country Outdoors concert in Pigeon Forge before packing up the grocery getter and heading to Texas to meet Karl Goodhand at the Thermal Ranch! Goats, country music, Australians and Texas… a recipe for a fun time!

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God Bless Texas!

Wappaoolah Wood Ducks and RV Show

Zach and Mary are headed to one of their all-time favorite locations… the Wappaoolah Plantation! This is Mary's first time ever hunting ever hunting wood ducks in the swamps of the south east while Zach is just getting back to his roots. After the hunt the crew is packing pavement down to Tampa Florida for the RV Super Show. Country Artist Trey Teem is coming down to play music and Zach and Mary are cooking up some wood duck poppers for the guest!

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Wappaoolah Wood Ducks and RV Show

Live in the Blind Pt. 1

We're having an end of season soiree! We're in the boot-heel of Missouri at Black Water Lodge with Mallard Bay and a host of friends. This camp is 3 days of waterfowl hunting, country music and incredible food! We're joined by Jon Langston, Kameron Marlowe, Styles Haury, Meghan Patrick and Kasey Tyndall who are hunting and entertaining the camp! Mary and Kasey are both pregnant so they're holding down the camp and keeping an eye on the food chef Brendan Lamb is preparing!

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Live in the Blind Pt. 1

Wyoming

Every now and then you have some files that slip through the cracks and get lost on hard drives long forgotten. This week Zach and Mary have discovered one of those old gems! This is from the end of their 2021 Turkey Season. They had just gone through a fire where we lost most of their belongings. Their family, friends, hunting community and Hulett Wyoming really picked them up in a hard time. They pushed through and made some incredible memories with friends! From Mitch Petrie's muzzle loader long beard to a western rope and drag branding and Dylan Marlow eating calf nuts.... What a time!

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Wyoming

South Dakota Antelope Hunt turned Dove Hunt

Zach and Mary (and Forrest) are back on the road for the first time since having their baby girl. They have gone to visit their friends Corey and Foster in South Dakota and Mary has an antelope tag in her pocket! This trip is a good example of always have a plan b and always be willing to pivot to have some fun! When given the chance to go dove hunt with World Champion Trapshooter, Foster Bartholow Mary ditched the antelope and picked up a shotgun. South Dakota never disappoints and we couldn't think of a better way to kick off the fall hunting season.

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South Dakota Antelope Hunt turned Dove Hunt

Montana Archery Antelope

It's Zach's turn to hunt! The crew has parked the RV in Montana and Zach has an archery antelope tag in his pocket. It's his first time hunting antelope in quite a few years and he is determined to be successful. He has even gotten creative with his decoy "Suzie the Sheila".

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Montana Archery Antelope

Landtrust Elk Hunt Pt13

The Montana Road trip continues for Country Outdoors. Before the elk hunting begins they are spending Zach's birthday next to a trout stream where Mary is getting her first fly fishing lesson. While in Bozeman Mary visited with “Live in the Divide”, a Montana landmark in the music scene. Then it's off to the mountains for the elk hunt Zach booked with Landtrust. The elk are bugling and anticipation is high!

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Landtrust Elk Hunt Pt13

Landtrust Elk Hunt Pt2

We're jumping straight into Zach's Montana elk hunt as the action is heating up. He's on the quest to fill his first archery elk tag ever and he's getting closer and closer by the day! After the hunt Zach and Mary are taking the RV down to Idaho for a camping event with the folks from Lippert! Idaho is providing the views, Wild game chef Brendan Lamb joined by chef Levi Gardner are cooking and Lippert is providing one awesome event!

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Landtrust Elk Hunt Pt2

Alabama Does and Bows Part 1

Team Reid VS Team Will is back! We're back in Alabama on the Shackleford Lane farm to conduct some serious deer management. Country Artist Cody Hibbard is joining team Reid while Zach and Will attempt to settle the score. Mary is also back in the mix but is trying her best to get her first Alabama buck! You can't go wrong with does, bows and country music!

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Alabama Does and Bows Part 1

Alabama Does and Bows Part 2

The crew is still in Alabama on the Shackleford Lane farm for their “Does and Bows” competition. Team Will is pulling ahead, but an archery competition may be exactly what team Reid needs to get back in the game with time running out!

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Alabama Does and Bows Part 2

Wilderness Survival with Naomi Cooke Johnson & Mary O'Neill Phillips

Mary is taking a break from Deer camp to embark on a bucket list item, learning Wilderness Survival Skills with Self Reliance Self Defense in West Tennessee. She's bringing along Country Music Artist , outdoor enthusiast and new mom Naomi Cooke Johnson to be her companion.

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Wilderness Survival with Naomi Cooke Johnson & Mary O'Neill Phillips

Hunt 4 Hope Children's Deer Hunt

We're headed to Ohio for the annual Hunt 4 Hope children's deer hunt… As long as Zach can get his honey do's done! This past year at NWTF Convention Hunt 4 Hope founder Cooper Meshew invited us up to this event and we couldn't be more excited to finally make it up. The positivity and smiles from these amazing kids did our hearts some good and we hope does for you as well! If you can we highly recommend you get involved with Hunt 4 Hope or a similar organization in your area. This is what hunting is all about.

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Hunt 4 Hope Children's Deer Hunt

Zach's Ohio Whitetail Hunt

After the Hunt 4 Hope event Zach makes the most of being in Ohio. A cold front moving in during late October presented an opportunity that couldn't be passed up! A perfect Midwest whitetail storm was starting to brew with no better place to be than in a tree!

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Zach's Ohio Whitetail Hunt

The Wapaoolah Experience

Zach and Mary head to Wappaoolah, South Carolina for an all-out one day southern experience. Wood ducks in the morning and quail in the afternoon! Good hunts and great friends, exactly what everyone needed before preparing for the 2024 Turkey Tour!

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The Wapaoolah Experience

Boatload of Bass at Almost Heaven Plantation

With temperatures rising and the Turkey Tour complete, it's officially time to hit the water! After a good old fashioned gas station introduction, Morgan Hylton extended an invite to the Country Outdoors team to visit the family plantation. Although known for its quail hunting, Zach and Mary will test the waters and see if they can catch themselves a few largemouth.

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Boatload of Bass at Almost Heaven Plantation

Crawfish Boil & Fishing In West Virginia!

Zach and Mary are back in Autaugaville for the Annual Shackleford Lane Crawfish Boil! It's a cotton field party you won't want to miss! When the music finally fades, it is time to head north to the Greenbrier Resort. Zach will be floating the Greenbrier River in hopes or reeling in a few smallmouth bass!

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Crawfish Boil & Fishing In West Virginia!

Mary's First Fish on the Fly!

Where better to check off a bucket list item than the iconic Greenbrier Resort? Mary will be tying her own flies before hitting the river in pursuit of her first fish on the fly!

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Mary's First Fish on the Fly!

Trout Fishing West Virginia with the Davisson Brothers Band!

Before leaving West Virginia, Zach and Mary make one last stop to catch up with good friends Chris and Donnie Davisson. Get ready to dive into the heart of the mountains and experience a day in Canaan Valley like never before! From trout fishing to discovering the magical chaga mushroom, and supporting a local nonprofit, every moment with the Davisson Brothers is full of surprises and excitement.

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Trout Fishing West Virginia with the Davisson Brothers Band!

Fishing the Ocean from a Facebook Marketplace Boat

After making the trek to Florida, Zach and Mary found their plans unexpectedly fallen through. Disappointed but determined to enjoy their time, Zach proposes buying a boat from Facebook Marketplace to spark some fun adventures. The catch? He has a limited budget of just $3500! What could go wrong?

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Fishing the Ocean from a Facebook Marketplace Boat

Hooking a MONSTER Yellowfin Tuna!

As summer comes to a close, Mary is teaming up with her friend Sydnie Wells from Barstool Outdoors for an adrenaline-pumping fishing trip! They'll be heading offshore with the legendary Mexican Gulf Fishing Company in Venice, Louisiana. They're on a mission to reel in massive yellowfin tuna and red snapper!

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Hooking a MONSTER Yellowfin Tuna!

Mary's first Elk! 370+ BULL OF A LIFETIME!

Fall has returned, and Mary will be kicking things off with a Colorado elk hunt! Before hitting the woods, she meets up with the gun pros from Q at the range to dial in her rifle, The Fix by Q. Joined by one of Zach's longtime friends, Mary embarks on what turns out to be a near-perfect hunt. A monster bull comes in bugling, beds down, and eventually bumps cows right into range. Tune in to witness a hunt filled with heart-pounding anticipation and raw emotion!

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Mary's first Elk! 370+ BULL OF A LIFETIME!

Close Calls: Zach's Early Season Colorado Elk Hunt

Zach kicks off his fall hunting season trying to fill his archery elk tag. After several close calls on previous elk hunts, he can't shake the feeling that he's under an elk curse. Will this be the year the curse is broken?

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Close Calls: Zach's Early Season Colorado Elk Hunt

Mary's FIRST Antelope: Wyoming Women's Foundation Antelope Hunt

Mary's back up to bat, and this time she's in pursuit of her first ever antelope. Invited by Wyoming State Senator Ogden Driskill, she joins the Wyoming Women's Antelope Hunt, an event that's about more than just hunting. Established in 1999, the Wyoming Women's Foundation's mission is to empower women by promoting economic self-sufficiency and creating opportunities for women across the state. Follow along as Mary experiences this incredible hunt while supporting a cause that uplifts and empowers outdoorswomen.

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Mary's FIRST Antelope: Wyoming Women's Foundation Antelope Hunt

Drove 1,000 Miles To Miss

Zach kicks off his whitetail season in the Black Hills of South Dakota, where he's chasing whitetail and mule deer with a tag that gives him options—but only limited time. After a few sits it is onward to Kansas, over a 1,000-mile drive, where an October cold front promises ideal conditions. With help from LandTrust, Zach's got access to top hunting ground and a comfortable place to stay, setting him up for an action-packed hunt.

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Drove 1,000 Miles To Miss

RENT-A-BUCK Kansas Whitetail Hang & Hunt

After an early morning miss and the October cold front starting to fade, Zach knows time is running out. With the weather shifting, it's time to make the most of the last of the good conditions. A early morning hang-and-hunt might just be the key to finally sealing the deal on a mature whitetail on his Landtrust property.

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RENT-A-BUCK Kansas Whitetail Hang & Hunt

The Iowa RUT | Big Moves, Bigger Bucks?

The rut is in full swing, and Mary's drawn an Iowa tag! It's been a rollercoaster of a hunt—moves were made, rain has fallen, and a few bucks were passed along the way. With adversity at every turn, the stakes are high, but will Mary be able to seal the deal in Iowa?

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The Iowa RUT | Big Moves, Bigger Bucks?

Big Buck Down In Oklahoma

The Country Outdoors crew heads to Oklahoma for an action-packed hunt with their buddies Brett and Cody. Brett's bringing along The Fix rifle from Q, chambered in 8.6 Blackout, to put it to the test on whitetail. The hunt starts off slow, but with temperatures dropping and the Oklahoma rut in full swing, things are sure to heat up fast. Don't miss out on the excitement as the crew pushes through the chill to chase down some big bucks!

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Big Buck Down In Oklahoma

Oklahoma Rut in Full Swing | 2 BUCKS IN 24 HOURS

With Brett's tag already filled, it's Zach and Cody's turn to get in on the action as the rut in Oklahoma turns on like the flip of a switch. Big bucks are on the move, and sometimes it takes a little creativity to close the distance. Watch as they strategize, adapt, and seal the deal on not one but two massive Oklahoma whitetails.

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Oklahoma Rut in Full Swing | 2 BUCKS IN 24 HOURS

Wingshooting Paradise in the Low Country

The Country Outdoors crew is wrapping up the season and kicking off the new year in South Carolina's low country! They're heading to Almost Heaven Plantation, an Orvis Endorsed Wingshooting Lodge, to link up with good friends Jason Hart of Mossy Oak and AJ Buckley (Sonny Quinn from SEAL Team) for a classic quail hunt. With great company, top-tier bird dogs, and the perfect southern backdrop, this trip promises plenty of action. Will AJ bag his first quail? How will the rest of the crew stack up?

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Wingshooting Paradise in the Low Country

Okeechobee Bluegill - Almost Struck by Lightning!

Zach is venturing in to new waters in hopes of having a fish fry! He is looking for Bluegill on their beds in the famed Okeechobee Lake in Florida! Someone needs to send Zacha. Better weather app however! After a near death experience with lightning he is determined to find a few fish!

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Okeechobee Bluegill - Almost Struck by Lightning!

Family BlueGill Fishing

Zach and Mary are at the famed Lake Okeechobee having a family fun day on their "new" pontoon boat. It's July, it's hot and the bluegill are on bed. Throwing beetle spins with the family is simply one of the most fun summer activities there is!

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Family BlueGill Fishing

Mud Crabbing in Queensland Australia

Zach, Mary and Molly are flying across the world to Mary's home turf, Australia! They are meeting friend Chris Martin in Brisbane who is taking the group out on his boat in search of Mud Crabs. Mud crabs are quite the delicacy in Queensland and it is not common to have crabs stolen from your pots. Just getting out on the water in Australia is an incredible experience. It's an adventure that ends like most good Aussie adventures... in the pub! This is the start of a several episodes from down under so be on the lookout for more!

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Mud Crabbing in Queensland Australia