An outdoor writer passionate about the people, places, and pursuits that inspire us to explore outdoors.  

A career in natural resources and restoration offers a curious ‘What’s going on over there?’ perspective, fostering an insightful and informative storyline.  

A content creator pursuing a lifelong dream to develop a fishing and hunting show where friends, family, and viewers can join me in the field, on the water, and everywhere in between.

My YouTube channel, Redbandia Outdoors, is where it all begins—showcasing the real, raw, and sometimes ridiculous moments that make the outdoors unforgettable.

Come learn some innovative fishing techniques, different presentations, and a few of my best tricks to bring some trout to hand.

Inventor of the Fish Finder Jig. Born from countless hours chasing trout on light spinning tackle—and a cool gig as a seasonal field tech in southwest Alaska—this homespun hair jig might just be the best fishing lure ever.

It’s my go-to skunk lifter: an all-species, most conditions, fish-anywhere kind of lure that’s proven itself more than enough.

Through the Rebandia Outdoors YouTube Channel, I highlight everything that makes it special, starting with the jig heads from VMC and Northland Tackle, the materials I use, and step-by-step instructions on how to bring them to life. Of course, there is some real-world testing to back it all up.

For the gearheads, I’ll dive into all the rigs, techniques, and much more.

Like, why the Cabela’s Fish Eagle rod is a hidden gem for the price. Paired with a Daiwa Fuego reel, it becomes a light tackle setup that punches way above its weight, perfect for anyone who loves light tackle and finesse fishing.