2025 in review with Captain Wes Pierson

Today we discuss the proposed action to kill every single Mule Deer on the Island of Catalina. A decision hunters and outdoorsman everywhere are outraged about. We are joined by Mike McVey a wildlife biologist and waterfowl guide. Mike has seen this sort of proposal play out before and is here to help explain what the thought is behind it, as well as steps we all can take to prevent this from happening. To make your voice heard you can get involved with a number of NGOs like:Safari Club InternationalCalifornia Deer Association Backcountry Hunters and AnglersMule Deer Foundation These organizations are the ones advocating for our favorite past time, and supporting them in any way will make a difference to better our hunting future.

Seabass, Tuna, Yellowtail, fall hunting, and more! Captains Alec and Wes look back on their 2025 Southern California sportfishing year, as well as what they spent their time off doing in the fall outdoors.

Captain Frank is one of the most decorated figures in West Coast sportfishing. He has introduced countless anglers to some of the most remote fishing destinations imaginable, inspired the next generation to embrace the sport, and championed conservation through the promotion of sustainable and ethical fishing practices. Frank truly enjoys the water and all the bounty that comes with it. Join us as we explore San Diego based long range sportfishing and how Frank has helped keep us connected to the wild places of the Pacific.

There is a gap between the highest standard of seafood and what us outdoorsman harvest and bring to the table (literally and figuratively). Today we are joined by someone who walks both sides of the street. As an excellent chef who holds his ingredients and meals to the highest standards, as well as an avid sportfishermen. Join us as we bridge the gap between chefs and sport fisherman. Discussing how amazing of a resource we are able to catch and what new techniques we can apply to take our sport caught fish to an even higher culinary quality at the table.

Today we are joined by Wes Pierson. We hear his fishing background and how he got to where he is today as one of the most reputable sportfishing guides in southern California.

Today we break down San Diego based long range fishing and the incredible programs that take anglers to the remote destinations off California and Baja California. Not only from my perspective, but from someone who is just starting out in this incredible style of fishing.

Welcome to the keep it wild podcast. Join the host Captain Alec Robbie as he gives an introduction to what this podcast is all about.Join me as we discuss fishing/hunting, techniques, conservation , and engaging our community to keep our world, wild and preserve our outdoor past times for generations to come.