EP 327 Jonnie Hudman & Golden Dorado

Podcast Summary In this episode of DSC's Campfires, host Larry Weishuhn sits down with his long-time friend and fellow outdoorsman, Johnnie Hudman. The two swap stories about Johnnie's recent outdoor adventures in South America, focusing heavily on an action-packed fishing trip for massive Golden Dorado on the border of Uruguay and Argentina. They also discuss high-volume dove hunting in Argentina and look ahead to Johnnie's upcoming safari in South Africa. The episode features host Larry Weishuhn interviewing his long-time friend Johnnie Hudman. Johnnie recently traveled to the border of Uruguay and Argentina to fish for Golden Dorado. The group fished below a large electric dam in very swift water. Golden Dorado are described as beautiful, bright gold fish that resemble a 50-pound golden shiner minnow. The fishing was so physically demanding that the anglers only fished for about two and a half hours at a time. They used baitcasting reels and medium-weight rods with heavy eight-ounce sinkers, large hooks, and double steel leaders. The group caught many fish in the 30 to 40-pound range, which far exceeded Johnnie's initial goal of catching a 20-pounder. Golden Dorado are not considered good to eat, but the group did catch and eat large piranhas weighing up to four pounds. The trip also included high-volume dove hunting in Argentina, where they stayed at a historic 1912 horse ranch. One of the hunters in the group shot 1,000 doves in a single day. Johnnie is currently preparing for an upcoming trip to South Africa to hunt dangerous game. During his African safari, he plans to use mouth calls to try and call in predators like jackals, caracals, and potentially leopards. Listeners interested in booking a similar South American trip are directed to look into River Plate Outfitters. Over the years River Plate Outfitters has grown into one of the largest outfitting companies in South America, offering the most prestigious wingshooting and fishing programs in Brazil, Uruguay and Argentina. For over two decades RPO has been leader in Uruguay and Argentina Mixed Bag Shoots. Today, it controls over 80% of the best shooting grounds for all three species in the privileged Entre Rios south, only a 3-hour drive from Buenos Aires. RPO offers top quality in all of its destinations, and shows continuous effort for innovating in its service, fishing programs and staff training. Its service is up to the standards that American anglers and shooters have come to expect. RPO has the experience, local connections and backcountry savvy to provide an unparalleled fishing and/or hunting adventure. Outfitter Information https://www.riverplateoutfitters.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices