Author: Tommy Serafinski

Hello everybody! I’m Tommy, an outdoorsman, podcaster and speaker. On Tommy’s Outdoors, I talk and write about the natural environment, biodiversity, conservation, hunting and fishing, rewilding and more. Subscribe to the Tommy’s Outdoors podcast and YouTube channel, and follow me on social media. See you in the outdoors!

Episode 9: Swarovski Open Day with Paul Innes and Mike Duggan

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1zfJOEy3rcaTfmzhQYh6uu?si=OXvNM0OCQw-cpe_wDBAH9A&dl_branch=1 This episode of the podcast was recorded during the Swarovski Open Day that took place on the 14th of April 2018 in the Kingdom "An Riocht" Rifle & Pistol Club. My guests are Paul Innes from Swarovski Optik and Mike Duggan from Mike Duggan Firearms. During the event we had an opportunity to try … Continue reading Episode 9: Swarovski Open Day with Paul Innes and Mike Duggan →

Pike on jerkbaits

As spring approaches and nature wakes up from its winter sleep, spending time outdoors becomes more tempting. Springtime presents sportsmen with an opportunity to try one of the best, most spectacular and satisfying ways of angling available: fishing for pike with jerkbaits. And by pike I refer to the fish our American friends call Northern … Continue reading Pike on jerkbaits →

Episode 8: Housekeeping

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6txPD5qBDXmpzIjz37AjD6?si=2DZFGtxST6yif1baE1n8cA&dl_branch=1 In this episode I'm talking about some news related to the podcast. Launch of the new website https://tommysoutdoors.com and more. Also answering some frequently asked questions. Sea trout fishing marks and regulations. Bicycle helmets. Cyclists and runners safety in early morning and evening hours. Listen, share and subscribe!

Episode 7: Hiking Kerry with Susan Baughman

https://open.spotify.com/episode/074uqaA8Ut87rjK3k6n1wO?si=N4K5pbkyTeqtZGOHKFodmQ&dl_branch=1 In this episode of the podcast my guest is Susan Baughman, walking and photography guide, author, speaker and blogger. We are discussing beauty of County Kerry and some activities one can enjoy while staying in the area. After listening to the podcast, go and visit Susan’s blog at http://www.todayinireland.com

Episode 6: Brown bear

https://youtu.be/t_S8sJINuP0 Short story of our trip to Polish mountains to meet the brown bear. Corresponding podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/59Gp9VPjVetYiXBxze3WSl?si=igDLiYHQTMS8SnnpuTbl0w&dl_branch=1

Episode 5: Pike Fishing on Lough Allua

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3S4hBF9i32EoTGvOlMnjOP?si=bvBNAVmJSUeRlGppdjxMsw&dl_branch=1 In this episode I am taking our listeners pike fishing on the lake Lough Allua in the village Tir Na Spideoga. Short fishing report.

Episode 4: Cycling Kerry with Donnacha Clifford

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4MjLzgiMtuCf3S9SkdjJm5?si=DE-aC_VKTyWytat9QOtHTg&dl_branch=1 This time our guest is Donnacha Clifford aka Kerry Cyclist. We are discussing road cycling and his new book "Cycling Kerry, Great Road Routes" which he co-authored with David Elton. Listen to the podcast, buy his book and visit www. kerrycycling.com

Episode 3: Running with Mike Kissane

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3KfnQmDe5teYOAhcDlB2pZ?si=4VTtEjD7ST6sz1RWZ1q3zg&dl_branch=1 In this episode my guest is Mike Kissane who is accomplished and passionate runner. We are talking about Mike’s journey as a runner. Mike will also share lots of advice and insights about running for beginner and intermediate runners (@53:18)

Episode 2: Book review: Meat Eater by Steven Rinella

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3pZS3LJUmgPsxj94oA93E8?si=AyVAQ9xfQBGWm_hI9I7iQQ&dl_branch=1 In this episode I am talking about the book by Steven Rinella "Meat Eater: Adventures from the Life of an American Hunter" I am also diving a little deeper into chapter about catch & release angling and trying to understand what point the author was trying to make.

Episode 1: Pike Fishing Ireland – Tir na Spideoga Fishing Lodge

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6FVFB15Db3KOhaNWD5aupJ?si=tAAjE3l9Q_Wqv-p6QZQwRQ&dl_branch=1 My guest in this episode is Greg Latour from the Tir na Spideoga Fishing Lodge. We are talking about pike fishing, opportunities for recreation at the lodge and also a few more general topics.