Public access to private land is crucial for hunters throughout the West. But these state-run programs are shrinking
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Why does the Eastern Wild Turkey still pull hunters deeper into wild places—especially when roads end and rivers decide how far you can go? Maybe it’s because turkeys don’t tolerate mistakes. Or because they thrive in steep country where visibility is short, terrain is unforgiving, and pressure changes everything. On the Buffalo River, they live among towering limestone bluffs, endless ridge lines, and tens of thousands of acres of designated wilderness—and they don’t come easy.
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Ryan Izquierdo
Ryan Izquierdo (Ryan Iz Fishing) is an avid angler and content creator based in Jupiter, Florida. Born and raised in Miami, he specializes in targeting the state’s most exotic freshwater species and wildlife, from the urban canal systems of South Florida to the remote waters of the Everglades. Fueled by a deep love for exploration, Ryan aims to push boundaries and encourage others to step outside their comfort zones through fishing, culture, and raw adventure.
Brent Schirmer
Brent Schirmer (See Ya Dude) is a content creator based in Tampa Bay, Florida. After graduating from the University of Connecticut in 2018, he returned to Florida and began documenting his fishing and camping trips. Nearly five years and more than 300 YouTube videos later, Brent produces high-quality, educational content focused on inshore and offshore saltwater fishing for anglers of all skill levels.
Tyler Wald
Tyler Wald (Suns Out Fishing) is a full-time content creator born and raised in Miami, Florida. A lifelong angler, he’s been driven by a passion for fishing since the age of five. After spending his 20s in sales, Tyler took a leap of faith to pursue that passion full-time, building a career around life on the water. Today, he produces a diverse range of fishing content, documenting his adventures both locally and around the world.
Mike Loughran
Mike Loughran (FishLikeMike) is a former elementary gym teacher turned full-time outdoor content creator. His work focuses on fishing and showcasing insane wildlife encounters, blending entertainment with education by sharing fascinating facts about the species he comes across. Through his content, Mike inspires viewers to live an active life and embrace a deeper connection to the outdoors.
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PHIL HOLLANDSWORTH
Phil Hollandsworth is the Executive Producer of Creators & Influencers at Field & Stream, where he leads the development and production of creator-led content. He works closely with a network of anglers, hunters, and outdoor personalities to shape story-driven collaborations.
WILL BRANTLEY
Will Brantley sold his first story to Field & Stream in 2006 and has been its hunting editor since 2015. He’s been an outdoor writer since his teens, starting at Outdoor Life and local Kentucky papers. Raised in western Kentucky, he’s especially passionate about turkey hunting and bowhunting whitetails, but also pursues small game, waterfowl, and trapping. He lives in Kentucky, where he runs a guide service for archery whitetails and squirrel hunts.
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