Podcast Episodes

In this week’s [UNCENSORED] podcast by GoWild, we’re still talking turkey hunting. Brad got out and tried something new to start the hunt. He talks about a few of the choices he made, for better or for worse. He took a chance but it didn’t quite come together.

Jacob, Dan, and Chris hit a WMA. They set their sights on a pretty remote spot and found out there’s a reason why hunters don’t get back into those areas. They did a bunch of scouting and found a few birds but weren’t being stealthy enough and got busted. They left the area knowing where the birds are and will be coming back.

Brayden got out with his uncle and some buddies too. They got a longbeard to shock gobble on the roost but then he went silent. They got some intel on a few other toms and quickly shifted gears. They planned an ambush and got in between several birds. They brought one in but made one critical mistake … find out what it was to avoid it on your next hunt! After that they decided to chase the other group of birds. They made a move and give a hot tip for keeping gobblers interested. Their sneak paid off and they took a shot, but it was a little too far. It was a great hunt nonetheless. What’s better: killing birds or the chase? We also talk about how much better turkeys can see and hear than we can.

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[UNCENSORED] by GoWild kicks off your week with shameful nonsense, inappropriate convictions, and unfiltered tales from the woods, waters and whatevers. [UNCENSORED] is a behind the scenes look at our adventures, failures, wins, embarrassing moments at trade shows, hilarious tales from the warehouse, and a good rant or three about the most recent tyranny from the Dark Lord of the Sith himself.

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On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talks with Eric Lance a wildlife biologist from Ohio who works in the private sector. Eric is also a passionate hunter, college professor, and the host of the Hunt Science Podcast. If you have ever thought about becoming a wildlife biologist this is the perfect episode for you. Eric talks about the education path he took to become a Wildlife Biologist and the options a WB has as far as employment after college. Eric also talks about the myths about the life of a WB and how it might not be as adventurous as you think. Enjoy!

Welcome back to the Southern Ground Hunting Podcast. We've got a heckuva episode for ya'll! KC Smith and Tyler Jones of The Element Podcast & Meateater join us live from the Buck Truck to talk about their new series "The Buck Truck". These fellas just flat know how to have a good time chasing whitetails across the country, and their pretty good deer hunters to boot. We get to chat about some of their strategies for finding whitetails in any given state, but we also get to hear a couple "from the heart" moments from both KC and Tyler about how they are eachother's greatest asset in both hunting and business. 

We're huge fans of these guys and everything they're doing at The Element. Ya'll go check them out if you haven't already!

On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan talks with Josh Raley of the Wisconsin Sportsman and How To Hunt Deer podcasts. The conversation in this episode revolves around upcoming purchases that they plan on making or passing on until next year like boots, e-bikes, and new archery equipment. The second half of the episode the guys discuss whether  or not they modify any of their hunting gear like climbing stick, saddles, and treestands. Fun episode, enjoy!

Lane Denny is HOT with SHOT!!!

On this week’s Episode of the Truth, Josh sits down with good friend Lane Denny at his home outside Grove, Oklahoma to talk coonhounds, hot streaks, and legacy!  Lane has been in the winners circle often in all the registries; Pro Sport, PKC and UKC, but lately he has been doing it with a different dog, in a different way.  Lane talks about his Treeing Walker coonhound Shot, the adjustments he’s made, and his plans for Shot’s future, both in the woods and the stud pen.  This is a highly informative conversation that you definitely won’t want to miss, and it is only on the Houndsman XP Podcast Network!!

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On this week's episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch chat's with Matt Dale from Dale Outdoors.  Mitch opens by recapping his exciting week of turkey hunting and filling his second tag at the end of week one with a bow!  If you listened to last week's episode of Mitch's opening day gobbler, he talked about using the "whine" call.  He first heard this call explained on one of Matt's youtube videos.  We begin our conversation by diving into this call - what it is, how and when to use it, and its context for hunting situations.  

We continue down the rabbit hole of keeping realism in your turkey calling.  This includes using "wheel-wheel's", "do-it do-it's", gobbler yelping, and more.  We discuss the value of volume and cadence in calls, especially in everyone's favorite yelping scenario.  How does a spring turkey hunter yelp sound vs. how does a real hen yelp sound?  Last, Matt recaps a hunt for a bird he called "Quirky", which took 7 hunts until he connected by pulling out an old secret weapon.  This is dynamite turkey hunting information to keep you fired up midway through the season!

This Podcast is live from Turkey Camp in Minnesota with the XOP and River Brothers Outfitters crew.  We talk a bit about creating a brand in the outdoor apparel space.  Company History and how River Brothers came to be.

Then we dive into turkey hunting.  After a few days of hunting we got on some birds.  Some shots were fired but not all found themselves carrying a bird out the woods. Theres a lot of good laughs in this one and a good camp feel.  Enjoy.

Maybe it's because they're the same age. Maybe it's because they have kids close to the same age. Maybe it's because they both have a strong passion for the outdoors. Or, maybe this is just a break from reality that allows them to escape from all of their stress. Either way, anytime Dan Johnson and Tony Peterson get together, the outcome is one hell of a Nine Finger Chronicles episode.

On this episode, Tony and Dan cover the following topics... The new Top Gun movie and how Jennifer Connelly looks amazing for her age, their sassy daughters, how much of a hypocrite and a-hole Dan has become when it comes to deer hunting, and the difference between actively hunting and habitat management. As always, excellent episode! Be sure to share and leave a 5 STAR review on Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you download your episodes.

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On this episode of The Nomadic Outdoorsman Dan talks with Yooper Sean Larson about the progression of hunting Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

Sean was born in Michigan’s U.P., then transplanted to Oconto County, WI., and after high school he went back to being a yooper. Sean has been fishing, hunting and studying the outdoors for as long as he can remember. From fishing bass tournaments at 14 years old, to just praying to see a 2.5 year old deer he has done it all. Since being introduced to archery his passion for hunting deer with his bow has taken over. Sean recently got married and his luck continued when he shot the biggest buck of his life on opening day of the 2022 season. Dan and Sean share stories of hunting the Great Lakes region and both successes and failures.

This week on the Limbhanger Turkey Hunting Podcast, we're getting a quick hunting recap from Joey, Adam, and Parker. 

Joey shares some great stories from his trip to Oklahoma where they had 4 successful hunts in 5 days. Adam tells the tale of the gobbler that keeps getting shot, but doesn't seem to ever actually die. Lastly, Parker shares the story of filling his 4th and final Alabama tag on a turkey that maybe shouldn't have died. 

Wisconsin's turkey season is shaping up to be a good one and it's still going strong! Despite bad weather for the Period A opener, Josh was able to connect on a public land bird at 3 o'clock on opening day. Tune in to hear how scouting, knowledge of the land, pushing through bad weather, and making a new friend resulted in a successful hunt and a kill on film!

On this week’s show Paul and Andrew sit down with Tim and Abby of Adjustable Red Dot bow sights.  Tim and Abby break down the ins and outs of how the red dot they have designed can assist both old and new hunters in the woods.  The sight can be fit onto just about any bow available, and offers a new freedom in the tree stand.  The sight does not require peeps, kisser buttons, nose buttons etc.  ARD is based out of southwest Michigan, so just down the road to the state up north. Link to Adjustable red dots website

Paul was able to get out with his son this week to do a little turkey hunting.  Andrew, has not… but that may change soon.  News from around the state include new marinas being built, Turkey harvest numbers, and the Asian Longhorn beetle. Be on the look out for Disco Paul in his fancy new shirt and Mustache!

Have a great week and enjoy the O2 if you get out into Ohio’s great Outdoors!

Hey everyone, welcome to episode 172 of the Antler Up Podcast!

On this week's episode I was joined by fellow Pennsylvania native Travis Melochick.  Travis and I grew up in the same area in NEPA. Travis runs the Anthracite Antler Addict content page.  Take it from the name, Travis cut his teeth growing up chasing bucks in the mountains of the coal region.  No easy task, but Travis continues to put in the work and reps the rewards.  One aspect that Travis and I both believe in when it comes to hunting is the non-stop passion for learning, growing and developing as a hunter.  I think you all will enjoy this week's episode because Travis and I cover a few different topics relating to the whitetail woods.

Kicking this episode off we get an introduction on how Travis began tackling the tough terrain of the coal region.  Then we transition to stories and lessons learned from this past hunting season.  We discussed what Travis keys in on during his scouting missions, how he specifically prioritizes the pieces he plans to hunt.  Loved this specific discussion.  Then we get into scrape talk, deer calling, scouting for future hunts, hunting in specific elevations and of course some trail cam talk.   I believe you will take a lot away from this episode and I look forward to spending some time with Travis this summer when scouting! Also, check out our website under the “In the Field” tab for an article Travis wrote! It is a great one for any level hunter! Check it out and let us know what you think!  Enjoy this fun episode and see you next week! 

Thanks again for all the support and best of luck out there and Antler Up!

It all starts with why, why we do what we do. 

On a short trip to North Carolina for a spring bear chase, Heath and Brent have a great conversation. They talk about the why, why do you hunt with dogs? why do you train dogs? They talk about what drives their why. 

As the conversation continues they get into their most memorable hunts. Brent tells the story of having his granddad on a hunt and was able to harvest his first bear. Heath reminiscences how hard it was to catch his first bear by himself, which took years to accomplish. They finish off with one of the most scary moments they’ve had while chasing one of the most magnificent animals the east coast has to offer. This is all about the Journey. How did yours start? 

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Today on The Average Conservationist Podcast, Marcus sits down with the Founder of 2% Certified Hunt West, Jaden Bales. Hunt West is a resource for hunters looking to optimize their western hunts through Jaden's years of experience. Have a tag in your hand, but need help putting a game plan together? Jaden will help you do just that to make sure you don't find yourself wondering what or where to go next. The guys cover a lot of ground during their conversation from crazy stories in the backcountry, to why conservation is so important for the future of our landscape. Jaden explains why he started the company and how he's making a living off of conservation. This is a great conversation from start to finish, with even a slight cliffhanger at the end. To learn more about Hunt West, follow them on social media or check them out at huntwest.net

We are in for a treat in this week's episode of the Missouri Woods & Water podcast.  Nate gets a chance to talk with Dan Johnson, host of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast among others and owner of the Sportmen's Empire Podcast Network about his short but effective turkey season this year.  Dan gets into his story from this year and his history with turkey hunting overall.  We then get into some of the issues both of us have this time of year being able to turkey hunt with all of our commitments and busy schedules.  We also talk about our upcoming deer seasons and how both of us get amped up about this time for deer as spring breaks totally through and whitetails start taking over our thoughts again.  Thanks for listening!

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In this episode, Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) and Travis Harmon (Creative Habitat) discuss the current state of the weather and why you are not behind if you have not started preparing for or developing a meadow or wildflowers mix on the landscape. Travis discusses the ideal time to seed plants to achieve success this time of year. Travis explains the importance of chemicals and burning. Travis identifies why it's extremely important to reduce weed competition early to support our warm season plantings.

Travis explains more about seed germination, the importance of a sterile seed bed and managing the existing seed bank is essential as more broadleaf plants develop over time. Jon discusses the method of planting a pollinator blend versus a meadow and how they should be laid out. Why soil samples are not the top of the list of activities for Travis when he is creating his habitat layouts.  

Travis and Jon discuss the use of herbicides and burning, and why discing is a bad idea to establish pollinator plantings. Travis explains the significance of moisture and timing of plantings to ensure plants take root and become well contacted with the soil. Travis explains the mix he would use to create habitat for bees and butterflies and attraction for deer. Travis details what seeds he would not plant in his blends. Jon discusses how to handle deer populations and their preferences as well as strategies to keep your deer away from specific areas.

Travis explains the minimal maintenance that is required to keep weeds at bay. Travis explains why mowing may be a better option than burning a wildflower area. Travis explains how wildflowers used in a hunting design can create separation from neighbors that may or may not align with hunting and harvest goals.  Travis suggests that listeners think more about transforming their yard and save money from less mowing.

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Dan and Brian meet up for a New Mexico shed antler hunt with past guest Stephen Walker and Camera man Chris Parsons

Dan and Brian take the offer from past podcast guest Stephen Walker to come out shed hunting with him in some of his favorite spots in Arizona and New Mexico. This is also the first time both Dan and Brian have recorded a podcast while on the road! The guys chat about everyone’s goals and expectations for the hunt, and whether or not camera man Chris will turn into a shed hunter after the trip or hate sheds forever! Some interesting bets are made about how the hunt will go as Brian and Dan get excited for the trip!

What part of our lifestyle is not under attack? 

Guns..yep. 

Ammunition…yep. 

Wolf introduction…yep. 

How you house your dog…yep. 

So what is the Sportsmen’s Alliance going to do about it? Raise money by giving away GUNS and CASH! 

Brian Lynn joins the Houndsman XP Podcast host Chris Powell for a complete breakdown of what the %&!! is going on. In this episode it gets fired up as Chris and Brian dive deep into what bills are being pushed by the anti crowd and the real reasons as to why. It’s not what you may think. You will want to tune into this episode and understand what is going on in this crazy world right now.

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In this week’s [UNCENSORED] podcast by GoWild, Brad is back and talks about his weekend camping and fishing trip with his son and the Boy Scouts. They slept in bunks, caught a ton of fish, and had a blast. We’ve got a hot secret to catch big largemouth bass. They also did well on bass that hit plastics and artificials over worms.

Arica and her family went camping and had a better time without any tornado warnings. She reminds us how quickly prime camping spots get booked up. They set up a lemonade stand and were a huge hit at the campground. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area in Indiana comes highly recommended!

Jacob went turkey hunting and explored a large area to get a better handle on the terrain. He took a gamble and had some interactions with some gobblers … find out how it ended. Dan Johnson got back out and has been very pleased with what he’s seeing, with the turkey population making a comeback. He had a challenging morning but made the best of it and rolled a big one. He reminds us how beneficial it can be to call to and follow hens. We talk about the thrill of being so close to a gobbler and how the sound changes and has many more layers that you can feel. Have you had success backing off the call when the longbeard gets in close? What’s the craziest thing you’ve seen turkey do with a dead one on the ground? We also talk about a few non-traditional ways to kill a turkey.

We also announce the winner of the tricked-out Polaris Ranger UTV. In case you missed it, Cole Bishop of Illinois took it home. Thank you to everyone who participated, we appreciate your support!

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[UNCENSORED] by GoWild kicks off your week with shameful nonsense, inappropriate convictions, and unfiltered tales from the woods, waters and whatevers. [UNCENSORED] is a behind the scenes look at our adventures, failures, wins, embarrassing moments at trade shows, hilarious tales from the warehouse, and a good rant or three about the most recent tyranny from the Dark Lord of the Sith himself.

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On this episode of Huntavore, Nick has had some time to ponder about his hog hunting trip, and gotten some pork cooked, so it is time to wrap up the saga on Oklahoma Wild Pigs.  Laying out a bit of the process he went through, Nick covers most of the after the shot details.  Gutting, hanging, the high drama hair torching, and chilling a couple hundred pounds of pork carcass.  Along with his own observations, Nick has taken the testimonies of Andrew and John on their experience of turning wild hogs into flavorful pork. A whole lot of reminiscing on this episode of Huntavore.

First off it seemed like a dream to be invited on a hunt for problem hogs.  John was an incredible host and a huge resource on getting within range of these pigs.  After the shots rang out, and Dan dropped our first catch of hogs, the work began.  First observation was how far forward, and low the vitals were.  The heart seemed as if it was pinned directly to the chest wall.  Second, how the skin and hair worked together to make a very tough and resilient protection from the Oklahoma elements that seemingly wanted to sting, stick, or prick you.  Next, these animals didn’t smell.  Now it was pretty dry, and cool.  But the notorious smell was not there.  On our trip we didn’t have a chiller but we did have running water and cool temps at night.  Hanging the animals in the nightly breeze was wonderful for getting the body heat down and drying the flesh.  Getting these pigs home was a matter of a mass of coolers, ice, and a solid 14 and half hours of driving.  But well worth the effort.  Butchering observations was again the beautiful lack of musk, even on my boar.  While it has a slight whiff of boar taint, it was very flavorful and delicious.  Cutting the meat with the fat was a dream, sharp cuts and clean separations.  Most important, in my mind, the taste.  Both the fat and meat are a wonderful pork flavor, where not a lot of the animal will be discarded.  I am honored that John, a man that has lived around pigs for his whole life, would say that I have the chance to change the narrative on hogs being not fit for eating.  Let’s count this as  the introduction to the long tale of elevating wild pork.

John has been chasing turkeys all over the place the last two weeks, but finally takes a break to sit down and record a few of his top Stories. On this episode of the Oklahoma Outdoors podcast, John shares three separate hunts that took place in an 8 day period. John headed to the complete opposite side of the state from where he normally roams to chase public land Rios. Even with what seemed like an unusually early start, he still managed to be the second person to his spot. After that hunt, he joined up with the Oklahoma Outdoor Outreach Foundation for a one of a kind turkey hunt with a 9 year old boy named Brock.

After heading home and getting back to work for a few days, John then headed to his buddies place in west Texas to once again try to get a Rio Grande turkey in shotgun distance. Unlike his other hunts, this one happened extremely fast! Though he had his gopro rolling, John would have loved to have had a camera man along on this hunt. Give the episode a listen and find out why!

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talks with Bradie Ewing about his passion for football and deer hunting. There are times in life where you have to choose, and Bradie is well aware of that. Once you reach a certain level in any activity, especially if you want to make it your career, you have to fully commit. This means that other hobbies, like hunting, get put on the back burner. Bradie talks about his time playing football at the University of Wisconsin as well as getting drafted to the National Football League. Eventually injuries caught up to him forcing him to retire earlier than he wanted. Now, with more time on his hands and living more of a "normal" life, he is back in the woods living his best life as an avid deer hunter.

If you're a deer hunter with some level of control over the land you hunt, chances are you have dabbled with food plots. Food plots can be great, leading to tons of fun hunts and great memories in the field. OR, they can be a major headache, and actually HURT the deer hunting on your property. What factors make the difference? In this episode, Josh talks with Jake Hendrickson about two very important factors: food plot placement and design. 

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All Mixed Up is not done wrestling monster boar hogs! Chad and Seth head to the land down under to have a chat with Mr. Ned Makim about his style of Aussie pig hunting in the Outback. Ned has written a book about training pig dogs and runs a school for hog hunters of all experience levels to enhance their abilities and maximize their success in hunting this most formidable of creatures. Geet ready, the dogs have a rank one caught!
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We've got our friend Jordan Pope this week on the Limbhanger Turkey Hunting Podcast. If you follow Jordan or know him at all, you'd know that when he gets on a roll, it's hard to stop the train. By that we mean once he figures out what the gobblers are doing in that portion of the season, he goes into full kill mode and it doesn't stop until the turkeys start doing something different. 

Speaking of the turkeys doing something different, our main topic today is hunting them once green-up occurs. This year it seemed like despite the cool weather, the woods bloomed super fast. Jordan shares with us some of his strategy once the seasons start to change. 

On this week's episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch sit's down and reflects with his cousins Jacob and Joshua Mengel on the opening day of spring gobbler. Mitch was invited to hunt at their cabin in Potter County for the opening weekend of PA's season. We dive into our thought process of approaching the rainy openingday, splitting into the areas we wanted to explore.For Mitch, this was solely based on e-scouting and conversing with Jake and Josh. From here the boys recount the events from first light until noon in each area - all with exciting encounters and lessons learned. Mitch however, hid the lucky horseshoe in his backpack and was able to find a lone mountain top gobbler before the buzzer ran out at quitting time. What an awesome weekend, we can't wait for the next one! Enjoy!

On this week's episode I made the trip to Allentown PA, to visit Antler Up team member Jim D’Agostino!  We had a full day of working on bows and getting some other gear setup for 3D and hunting season.  Jim is a bow technician and truly loves the process of building the ultimate shooting bow for any individual. From talking about my new archery setup, Jim’s setup and other pieces of gear we get into some really good stuff.

Kicking this episode off we discussed some of the new features of the 2023 bows and what we liked and maybe didn’t like.  We covered some of the not so glamor pieces that can make a difference in your overall shooting experience.  Although a quick hitter it is always fun to record an episode in person and get a chance to work alongside Jim as he prepares bows to perfection.  Enjoy this fun episode and see you next week! 

Thanks again for all the support and best of luck out there and Antler Up!

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talks with Ty Kellogg of Ohio about everything from trapping and bowhunting to family time and hunter mentality. Ty was a gun and crossbow hunter for most of his youth and after a couple of "Ah-Ha Moments" he decided to pick up well used compound bow and a Summit climber to make things a little harder, and to get mobile of course. Ty talks about his love for trapping and how he think it helped him become a better outdoorsman.

On this episode of The Nomadic Outdoorsman Dan talks with Canadian Hunter Jon Lehman about his many adventures in the outdoors.

Jon is a passionate outdoorsman from Alberta whose love for the wild started as a kid.  Jon takes advantage of the many seasons that Alberta has to offer, from black bear and coyotes to sheep, elk and deer. He enjoys learning about hunting and sharing what he knows with others in hopes of sparking the same passion in someone else. When Jon isn’t hunting he is a full time firefighter, gym goer and ice-bather.

What's up everyone? Welcome to the Southern Ground Hunting Podcast! This week we're really working to get our minds moving more in the direction of whitetails. Spring has sprung, and for most of us the turkey seasons are winding down. What better time to shift focus than right now?! 

This week, Parker and Matt are going through some of the perceived failures of the 2022 season. The guys identify the issues they had, and then discussed some of the potential fixes they might be able to put in places for the upcoming season. 

The Journey is rooted  deep in teaching, training and learning. While on a recent trip with Freedom Hunters, Heath met a veteran with a medical alert K9. After a conversation with the owner, Brian, Heath decided to learn more about how we are using dogs to prevent medical emergencies. In this episode Heath talks to Dr. Jennifer Cattet about the process of selection, training and the vital roll these dogs play in the medical world. Dr Cattet received her PHD in animal behavior and psychology. She started a K9 program in the prison system in 2008 and quickly learned how the dog could assist on the medical side with inmates. What we learn is no matter what task, function or purpose we all use the dogs for their superior senses and abilities. The natural instincts of the dog are going to blow your mind on this episode of the Journey. 

This week on The Average Conservationist Podcast, Marcus sits down with 2% for Conservation Communication Coordinator, Brie McWade. Brie opens up the conversation talking about her background and how she found her way to 2%. Growing up in the shadows of Mt Rainier, Brie spent much of her time submerged in all things 'Pacific Northwest' and since 2017 she has spent much of her time discovering all things western, especially hiking around our National Parks. When she's not out hiking around Brie volunteers her time as a certified Master Gardener for Los Angeles Country from UC Agriculture and Natural Resources to educate on sustainable landscaping, best practices in vegetable growing, water conservation efforts and pollinator preservation. Be sure and follow Brie along on her various adventures on IG at @stateofbrie!

This week on the show Paul and Andrew sit down with Jason Redd of Timber Ninja to talk Turkeys.  Jason is known for his overall outdoor prowess and top notch hunting products, but he’s on this week to discuss hunting turkeys.  This is an overall BS session to discuss the ins and outs of what Jason has been into this year, and what is to come.

Paul was successful on a MASSIVE Ohio Tom this past week.  He covers that story and how he gives this bird the business. First time on the edge of a field with a decoy, and he got it done!!!  Andrew’s got very little to report from the field because… Life.

Around the state, the bird harvest numbers continue to climb and we have almost matched our numbers from last year after the first 2 weeks!  Good job to all those successful hunters, and keep grinding to those out there still searching!

Have a great week and enjoy the O2 if you get out into Ohio’s great Outdoors!

On this introductory episode, Ricky and Hollywood discuss the plan for The Range Podcast. 

Being of different generations, Ricky and Hollywood have unique perspectives in the Hunting and Target Archery worlds. They are both veterans of Vapor Trail and grew up hunting and shooting bows alike. 

The plan is to tell of the many archery related stories they have collected over the years as well as debunk some the myths and misconceptions when it come to equipment, tuning and tactics. They’ll talk about conservation, adult onset hunting and dive into the complicated world of out-of-state hunting applications as well.

In this episode, Ricky and Hollywood have a chat with former Co-founder and President of Vapor Trail, Inc., Steve Fondie. Get the inside scoop one how Vapor Trail was formed as well as the key players responsible for the success and continuation of the company. Find out how they survived what could have been a crippling situation for the company, and how they persevered. 

Ricky and Hollywood recall all of the shenanigans that kept the mood light and created a fun environment to work in, and Steve provides some details regarding his decision to sell the company in 2020. Be sure to tune in! You’re not going to want to miss this one.

We have a really good one this week on the Oklahoma Outdoors Podcast. Lindsay Thomas Jr. is the chief communications officer for the National Deer Association and joins John to talk about a recent article he wrote about "rutcations" and if they are actually effective. Lindsay, like many others including John, had never been able to take a true rutcation until his work situation changed in 2021. After two seasons of taking a full week off of work to do nothing but hunt during the rut, Lindsay made a few observations that any whitetail deer hunter should pay attention to. He observed that factors such as inconsistent winds and added human intrusion might hurt hunters more than most realize, even during the peak of breeding season.

On top of the rutcation observations, Lindsay and John discuss a few other things that greatly affect hunters in the sooner state. One bright spot in the conversation comes when Lindsay talks about a few statistics that he recently learned about Oklahomas deer herd. These statistics are quite encouraging after all the recent talk about laws and regulations and other worrisome topics. Most will be encouraged to learn that the state of whitetail deer hunting in Oklahoma is far better than most realize. 

There is a little bad news in this episode however. Be sure to stick around till the end, when John asks Lindsay about a recent research study done on wild hogs. Lindsay discusses the study and how to everyone's surprise, they have found that wild hog populations are growing at an even faster rate than previously thought. The age at which sows can begin breeding is staggering, and so is the survival rate of piglets!

Do you have annoying neighbors, abundant stimulants, and a bunch of freeloading deer on your property? If so, get ready for this Point Blank! The HXP crew has a hilarious and wild ride through recent developments in Arkansas and Chad breaks down what to do if you find yourself in that same predicament. Heath and Bryce talk about Bryce’s massive vegetable garden, Chris’s famous owl call and slamming monster Muskies. The crew rolls through dream fishing trips, Noodling, Carp Hunting with a Samurai Sword, and why is Seth in a loincloth in the Amazon?!
You won’t need a cup of coffee for this episode, folks! Enjoy!

In this week’s [UNCENSORED] podcast by GoWild, we've got two Dan’s and one cup … of Wildland Coffee that is. Brayden and Phil got out for some turkey scouting for themselves and for youth weekend. You think you’ve found a good spot when you find an old natural blind. Have you ever thought of using trail cams for turkeys? Dan and Jacob discuss their plans for opening day. The entire crew will be mixed up on public and private land this season. We’ve also got some plans to access some areas via waterways. We have Dan Johnons from Sportsmen’s Empire back on and he talks about a turkey hunt with his daughter.

We also talk guns. Shooting rifles and daily carries. Dan sent his Sig Sauer through the washer … find out how that happened. What’s the best way to get rid of ticks on your hunting clothes? Word on the street is that it’s going to be a bad year for ticks because of the warm winter–be careful out there. Do you know what to do if you do get bit? We swap some tick stories and share our best practices for preventing and dealing with these little buggers. Are some people predisposed to allergic reactions from bug bites and poisonous plant interactions? We also give a few tips for finding morel mushrooms.

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This week on the Missouri Woods & Water podcast the guys get to catch up with local competitive archer Leann Drake.  Leann is a 17 year old Missouri native who has been shooting since she was 10 years old and has been on fire this year winning many tournaments including making the world team that will be competing against over 60 different countries in Ireland in a few months.  First, we discuss some of the tournaments she has been in since we last talked.  Then we get into her process and how she is able to maintain consistency while shooting and what she does if she starts to struggle.  We also talk about some of her gear and what her future might hold, including the possibility of turning pro very soon.  Join us in wishing Leann and the US team luck in Ireland and thanks for listening!

In this episode, Jon Teater (Whitetail Landscapes) and Jim Ward (Jim Ward’s Whitetail Academy) discuss equipment for building the best whitetail habitat. Jim and Jon explain recent client trips and how frequently he works on client properties. Jim details places he has worked and how he travels across the country improving hunting properties.  

Jon and Jim discuss equipment that is essential for doing habitat work.  Jim explains the best equipment options for landowners. Jon explains the equipment that they bring to clients to ensure work can get done timely. Jim explains equipment that seems to provide the most efficient means to organize your ATV and UTV. Jim explains the importance of trail size and how to design a property for doing habitat work

Jim walks through the process of cutting each area and how he organizes a trail system in concert with designing in food and bedding. Jim explains the importance of smaller trail systems and managing the timber in concert with the access and deer trails. Jim explains the type of chainsaws he uses and how to remove stumps in and around the trail systems and food plots.

Jim explains how to design food plots when removing trees, and when to remove trees and/or leave stumps. Additionally, Jim explains the importance of leaving existing root systems when establishing food plots and how excavation can be a detriment to the plants you ultimately will grow to attract deer.  Jim explains equipment options when using a skid steer and what attachment will benefit your equipment and layout.

Jim explains the best equipment option for most applications. Jim discusses why he uses and recommends this key implement more so than others to reduce erosion, put in ponds and waterholes and food plots. Jim explains the use of a dozer and how he personally setups properties using a dozer for ideal bedding and movement. Jim breaks down a bedding area and how he cuts timber. Jon explains his perspective on bedding and criteria he uses to improve deer interest and ensure deer use bedding areas. Jon and Jim discuss the importance of light equipment and specific equipment options that will save your bank account and back.

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian talks with Dan Staton about getting in ‘Elk Shape’ and what it takes to be a good hunting partner.

Dan is the founder of Elk Shape – a western hunting brand built to help hunters train and prepare for mountain hunts. Dan shares his outlook on what being in shape means for him and his ability to chase his dreams. The guys also talk about the challenges of finding a good hunting partner, and why that commonly means hunting solo for Dan. Connect with Dan and Elk Shape at the links below.

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On this Episode of the How to Hunt Turkeys Podcast Paul talks with Wild Turkey Biologist of the NWTF, Ryan Boyer. Ryan, is a turkey biologist, hunter, communicator and general good dude. Paul and Ryan breakdown what Gobblers are doing during various times of the season. What are the vocalizations of Turkeys? The guys dive deep into the language of the Turkey. Ryan breaks down how biology and what’s going on in the Turkeys world can impact your hunt. This episode dives DEEP into the mind of a gobbler.

On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan sits down with some of the big dogs at Hornady Manufacturing about, you guessed it, bullets. Hornady has been a family owned company since the 1940's and is one of the leading ammunition manufacturers in the industry. They pride themselves on innovation, research and development, and giving the end users of their products exactly what they ask for, a consistent and accurate bullet that preforms in the harshest conditions.

It's time to get a little bit political. On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talks with board member of the Montana Bowhunters Association, Kevin Robinson. Kevin is an avid bowhunter who is very passionate about the outdoors an thus why is an active member of the MBA. Kevin talks about how they are fighting to keep crossbows out of the archery season, along with some other bogus bills that have hit the floor for voting. Kevin explains that there is too much politics when it comes to introducing new hunting rules, regulations, season dates, and weapon options.

Food plots... all the rage just a few years ago, there is perhaps no other deer hunting tool that promises as much for the hunter as a food plot. But there is probably no other deer hunting tool that leaves more hunters frustrated, shaking their fists at the sky, and disappointed with the results. What if I told you there's a better way of planting food plots? One that is cheaper, easier, better for the environment and the critters that live on your ground, and will likely help you avoid many of the pitfalls of some food plotting methods?

In this episode of the How to Hunt Deer Podcast, Josh talks with Dr. Grant Woods about using the Release Process for better food plots, increased soil health, and bigger deer. Dr. Woods has been working on the Release Process and has perfected his methods as well as the blends he likes to use for his area. And while all the details and equipment may seem intimidating, this episode provides a step by step process to help you get started with the Release Process, even if you don't have heavy equipment. Enjoy!

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Solid machined broadheads have resurfaced in popularity recently, and one company making a big impact is Vantage Point Archery.  This week on the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch chats with Alex Christianson and Ryan Corkwell about the ins and outs of VPA broadheads.  Last year at the beginning of the season, Mitch decided to test out some single bevel broadheads.  However, he quickly learned he needed help understanding what style head, what type of metal, how to sharpen, and how to implement these heads into his bowhunting setup.  This year, he plans to do his preparation well in advance, and what better way to begin then discussing with the experts themselves.  We address all of Mitch's concerns about adopting these broadheads into his quiver and many more.  Hopefully this will help you determine if you are ready to make any changes to your set up.

This week on the Limbhanger podcast we've got Jay Siske from Out Here Co. talking about several different topics. Topics include:- Hunting Rainy Day Gobblers

- Jay's partnership with NWTF on "The Pawn Shop Shotgun"

- Hunting with legendary turkey hunters like Harold Knight & Dave Owens

- Conservation

On this Circle Points segment of The Truth, Josh sits down with sometimes friend, and all the time host of the Houndsman XP Podcast, Mr Chris Powell for a lively discussion. Josh gets back to the Roots of “The Truth” as he and Chris talk about bridging gaps, large predator love, as well as even re-visit one of the most controversial episodes Josh has done concerning raccoon contests. It’s a fun, possible fact filled, and always entertaining conversation that you won’t want to miss! Only on THE TRUTH, on the Houndsman XP Podcast Network!!

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On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, we have our annual food plot BS session. This year, we talk with expert agronomist Mitch Shirk about everything you need to know about growing the best possible food plots on the properties you hunt. Mitch has a wealth of knowledge about topics like soil health, planting dates, seed combinations, and what you need to watch out for when growing your food plots. Not only is Mitch one of the most knowledgeable habitat management guys out there, he is also a serious deer hunter who practices what he preaches on his own properties. If you are interested in learning more about growing your best food plots, this is the episode for you.

This week on The Average Conservationist Podcast, Marcus revisits a recent episode with Walter Piper. The work that Walter and his team are doing to study the decline of Loons in the upper midwest is paramount for the long term success of the species. During this conversation, Walter talks about the work he has been doing for the past 20 years and how you can help him and his team continue their research and help come up with viable solutions to make sure the decline can be mitigated as much as possible. Find out all about the work that is being done and how you can help out at loonproject.org.

We're stoked about this week's episode of the Southern Ground Hunting Podcast because we're joined by one of our Patreon members, Jaybo. Jaybo is a Florida native and just one of the best dudes you'll ever meet. Last Fall, he was able to capitalize on his biggest buck ever, then two hours later on his biggest buck ever... again. Two nice Florida public land bucks in one sit! Here's the deal, it couldn't have happened to a more deserving fella. Jaybo unpacks the days leading up to this hunt. His scouting, setup, and willingness to make a move at the right time all played huge roles in his success. 

We spent a lot of time talking about Patreon in this hunt, and the benefits it can have for the members. If you'd like to join the SGH Patreon group, head to this link: https://www.patreon.com/SouthernGroundHunting

On this episode of The Nomadic Outdoorsman Dan talks with Ricky Brule, an avid outdoorsman from Minnesota and the Creative Director and Vapor Trail.

Ricky has had an extreme passion for the outdoors since he was a kid. Everything from Biking, Skateboarding, Snowboarding, Hiking, Hunting, Fishing, Camping and Canoeing to name a few. His love for bowhunting started in 2005 when he got a job in the archery department of Sportsman’s Warehouse. With a push from a friend he began hunting in the Dakota’s and killed his first spot & stalk mule deer in 2007. Ever since that moment his passion has only grown and his freezer hasn’t been empty. Dan and Ricky talk about the ins and outs of the hunting industry and share stories of failure and success.

This week on the podcast we have on Cameron Derr from Exodus outdoor gear.  We talk about out of state hunting, hunting gear, and arrow builds.  Cam has some great insight to arrow flight and what makes a good hunting arrow.

We then dive into out of state hunting.  Cam has killed a few out of state hammers and we discuss some of the gear that helps on these hunts.  We discuss out of state hunts that are across the country but also just a few hours away and the different challenges these present.  

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On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian talks with Sean Curtis about Wyoming shed hunting, the brutal winter, and DIY freeze dried meals.

Sean Curtis is a Wyoming resident and avid outdoorsman – from finding hundreds of sheds to making his own freeze-dried meals! Brian and Sean talk about the effects this harsh winter is having on the game in the West, the future of Antelope and Mule deer numbers, how you can save a lot of money and nutrition with DIY freeze dried meals, and the importance of getting family time in the outdoors. Sean also owns an antler revival business that brings old white and chalked antlers back to life. To follow along with Sean’s adventures, check out the links below.

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This week you are blessed to have Paul and Andrew discuss a few topics from around the state and the industry. To start the guys recap the opening weekend around the state of Ohio, in regards to turkey harvests.  There were 4,078 birds harvested on the opening weekend around Ohio which is up from 2022 and the 3 year average. Great job people!!

The guys talk about their trip to the woods last weekend, that was unsuccessful, and very wet, but still a good time in the woods nonetheless. Looking forward to more nice days ahead and hopefully a gobblin Tom or two!

The meat of the show this week comes from an interview that Paul did with our friends at the Okayest Hunter.  Paul misspoke and the evil social media world decided to descend on him like a swarm of locusts.  Keep in mind, that we aren’t perfect, no body is, so chill out a little bit.  Good talk and discussion about Turkeys isn’t supposed to lead to world war 3.

Have a great week and enjoy the O2 if you get out into Ohio’s great Outdoors!

Without a strong and solid foundation nothing can be built; not houses, not character, not dogs. Dog training success is a building block process that must rise from a well constructed foundation.

The Journey, on the Houndsman XP Podcast Network is all about helping you achieve the highest level of success in your training and ultimately in hunting and catching more game with your hunting dogs. Host, Heath Hyatt features Darren Petty on this most recent episode.

Darren Petty is from Indianapolis, IN, a military veteran and retired school teacher. Darren has been a life long hunter and houndsmen and owns and operates a professional dog training facility. Darren hunts with West Siberian Laikas but has numerous breeds over his lifetime and trained them to Xtreme Performance levels. 

Heath and Darren have a load back chat between professional dog trainers. Listeners will get the opportunity to increase their knowledge when they hear how the pros do it.

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Hey everyone, welcome to episode 170 of the Antler Up Podcast!

On this week's episode I was joined by Tom Kubiniec, president and CEO of Secure It Gun Storage.  This was such an awesome podcast to record with Tom.  Tom resides just upstate New York where Secure It runs its daily operations.  This episode was unlike any other that I have done in the past.  Tom brings a lot of knowledge and experience to this conversation about not letting the fear of failure hold you back from accomplishing a goal.  

Kicking the episode off Tom explains a little bit about himself, and shares great stories and experiences along the way.  From being a professional guitarist and having health issues that forced him out, to then learning sales and starting a few different companies.   We discussed how he went from his previous work into what Secure It is today.  This was an interesting take since the US military needed a problem solved and Tom was able to innovate and simplify.  We discussed what challenges he faced during this time period and how he overcame them.  From there he transitioned into commercial sales where now the everyday consumer can benefit from Secure It products.  We wrap things up talking about hunting up in New York and getting kids involved.  

Thanks again for all the support and best of luck out there and Antler Up!

John is back in the mobile studio this week bringing you a pre summer check list. Before long it is going to get hot and dry, so there are a few things every game manager needs to get done before that time gets here. From tree stands to trail cameras, no matter if you hunt public or private, many of these things will apply to you. 

After the to-do list, John also shares some stories from his Sportsmens Empire hog hunt from a few weekends ago. Fellow podcasters came from Michigan, Ohio, and Missouri to hunt hogs in southeast Oklahoma. Many of the guys had never even seen a hog, much less hunted them, so it was a lot of fun for John to take them around and turn them loose on some wild hogs. 

This week on the Missouri Woods & Water podcast Nate & Micah get to talk with Brian Anderson, the founder of The Tick Terminator about all things ticks.  Brian talks about how he got into the tick world, what a tick is and how it lives its life, how to keep them off you, and what to do should you get bitten.  This show is full of useful information about how to keep yourself safe against those blood sucking creatures.  Thanks for listening!