Allan Ellis, 52, born and raised in Pennsylvania, is a lifelong fisherman and hunter. He is married to his beloved Kathy and they have two grown children and two grandchildren.
Allan moved to Maryland in 1983 where he fell in love with the Free State’s natural resources. At that time he was the Associate Publisher of Fish Finder Magazine. Later in 1991 he founded and published Fishing & Hunting Journal.
In 1988, he went on the air with The Maryland Sportsman Radio Show on WCBM 680. The Maryland Sportsman ran continuously through the end of July 2002. Over twelve-and-a-half-years; over 650 shows.
The Outdoorsman Radio Show began in April of 2004 on the same station and is broadcast live every Saturday from 5 to 7 a.m. The Outdoorsman Radio Show brings the outdoors experience to the ears of thousands of fishermen and hunters every Saturday at the crack of dawn. Visit
www.ellisoutdoors.com for more information.
Allan’s full time position is that of Promotions Manager at Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World in Hanover, Maryland. He works closely with conservation organizations and the outdoor press.
Allan has also published the annual Maryland Deer & Waterfowl Hunting Guide magazine for the last thirteen years.
Allan’s business and profession has always revolved around the outdoors. Whether he’s on the Bay, in the woods or writing and talking about his adventures, he drives home the messages of conservation, ethical practices, safety and fun. The Outdoorsman Radio Show signs off every week with his slogan; ‘Get Out and Stay Out!’
Allan will be the featured blogger on www.winayarisonline.com starting in December 2006. Visit the site for the latest blogs.