Presented by Georgia Farm Bureau - Episode 19 of The Field Notes Podcast features a 1-on-1 sit down with Derik Lawrence of Send Me Dog Ministries. Derik is an avid hunter and fisherman who has a special knowledge of and connection with hunting dogs. He uses them both to hunt birds and in the pulpit as he ministers to people far and wide. He discusses how God led him to create Send Me Dog Ministries, and blesses us with some scripture. He also talks about what he looks for in a hunting dog and shares his passion for the Georgia Outdoors.

Presented by Farm Bureau of Georgia -- Lake Lanier spotted bass guide and expert Jimbo Mathley joins The Field Notes Podcast to discuss his incredible journey from Indiana, to Virginia, to the state of Georgia where he has become a go-to source on the Peach State's most popular lake. After a lengthy, successful run in the corporate world, Jimbo took a leap of faith and pursued his dream of fishing for a living. It wasn't always easy, but it was a calling that he did not ignore, nor did he give up on. He walks Jake Rowe through the entire story and delivers some intel on Lake Lanier for those who plan to get out there any time soon.

The Field Notes Podcast, presented by Farm Bureau of Georgia, welcomes special guests Emily Rushton and Taylor Rampley. Emily is a turkey biologist with the Georgia DNR, and Taylor is a GON Field Editor and avid turkey hunter. They join Jake Rowe to recap the NWTF Show in Nashville last week and discuss the issues, challenges and positive trends surrounding turkey hunting and population in the Georgia outdoors.