Podcast Episodes

In this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett talks about how to navigate the vast amount of changes that occur between the beginning and the end of the month. Changes include food sources, amount of available security cover, hunting pressure, and hormones. Garrett reviews data of daylight mature buck sightings from the 2020 season in locations near doe bedding throughout the month, and how it compares to sightings before mid-month. Strategy wise, being successful in early October requires a different mindset and skillset, and it can be important to not overpressure good pre-rut areas too early before bucks have started shifting over or showing up in daylight because of impact on the does. However, Garrett talks about a scouting strategy that has proven to be fairly low impact to gather intel before the pre-rut to help stay on top of anything that may have changed from the prior year.  DIY Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

To kick off Conservation Month on the podcast, Marcus welcomes in Lee MacDonald from the Rocky Mountain Goat Alliance. The guys talk about all things goats, starting with why it seemed to take so long for there to be an organization dedicated to the Rocky Mountain Goat. From ground and aerial surveys to count goat numbers, to studying the impact from recreationists and diminishing habitat, the RMGA is doing all that it can in order to ensure this species not only survives, but thrives! This conversation is packed with a ton of great information on how they are studying goats, what they are doing with that information as well as how you can help get involved. If you would like to learn more, head over to goatalliance.org to find out! Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the How To Hunt Deer Podcast, Mark Kenyon founder of Wired To Hunt, joins the podcast to talk about his experience as deer hunting mentor. Mark talks about the new hunters he has mentored over the years and the common questions that he answered. Questions like, how to stay positive after a miss or a bad hit, how to properly field dress a deer , and how to stay focused in the heat of the moment. Lastly, Mark discusses parts of the hunting strategy process that new hunters may overlook as they embark on their first season. Mark is very knowledgeable when it coms to all things deer hunting, so sit back and listen close another great episode is on the way. How To Hunt Deer Podcast is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the Huntavore, Nick calls up Sophie May, author of the website wifeofahunter. Sophie finds herself as the solo cook in her house. While her husband, father, and even herself go hunting, when game enters the kitchen, she has taken it upon herself to transform it into meals. Sophie explains that for her family a big hurdle is picky eaters who are not fans of the wild funk many of us enjoy. If this sounds like your household, than stay tuned, we got some good picky palate pleaser and weekday wildgame talk on the way. Sophie May is a native to Texas. Growing up working outside, and enjoying the outdoors, Sophie is no stranger to being behind the gun. Chasing many types of game that Texas has to offer, from a whole number of deer species, wild hog, waterfowl, and even gators. Her niche in her household formed procrastinating in her college studies at Auburn, into pleasing her family with a spread of wild game dishes that they would enjoy. Sophie, like many of us has a full time job that can suck the energy from ya. Sometimes coming home to prepare a meal can be more of a chore, even for the most hardy kitchen lovers. Sophie enjoys using tools like a crockpot or instapot in her cooking. For example, from a box, two alarm chili mix can be whipped up and put on low in a crockpot. Or the shanks from her axis deer put on simmer all day to be stacked high on an axis french dip in a matter of minutes. When time is available, a good home cook will put meals up in the freezer. Be it burritos, freeze a stew, or a good lasagna can last a long time, and be ready for the table with minimum effort. Sophie drops a recipe from her book with a White Gator Lasagna that sounds fantastic. We discuss that here in the Midwest we might not be able to get gator easily, but can transition this recipe to use wild turkey. Sophie can be found on facebook and instagram, @wifeofahuntercooks and on her website, www.wifeofahunter.com   Tappecue Meat Probes Instagram: @tappecue Website: https://bit.ly/2NIr0Xj Coupon Code 10% off: HUNT10

On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan talks with Clint Campbell of the Truth From The Stand Podcast to discuss how he picks his hunting gear. The guys discuss everything from tree saddles and boots to hunting accessories and scent elimination products. Clint also talks about gimmick products that he has stopped using throughout the years as he feels have no purpose as he has become a better hunter. Hunting Gear Podcast is Powered by Simplecast

Perhaps one of the greatest tactics for the months of September and October is finding where the acorns are dropping and which trees the deer are hitting the hardest. We couldn't think of anyone better to talk on the subject than Mr. Warren Womack. Warren has been a popular guest on our Local Legends series, but as the seasons start getting underway, this is a subject that you'll want to freshen up on. Mr. Womack goes into depth on his scout/hunt strategies, even stating that he believes the best way to hunt is to utilize in season scouting. "All acorns aren't the same", he says as he explains his process for setting up on what he believes are the preferred trees. Listen close and take notes, Mr. Womack has a lot to say in a short amount of time! Become a SGH Patron: https://www.patreon.com/SouthernGroundHunting Our Partners: Spartan Forge - Use the code “southernground” at www.spartanforge.ai to save 25% on your membership GoWIld - Use the code “southernground” on your gear purchases to save 10%  https://timetogowild.com/profile/RkFymLZ3lAc4odGNudd2Lw Tethrd - www.tethrdnation.com Nucanoe - www.nucanoe.com Skre Gear - Use the code “southernground” at www.skregear.com to save 15% on your purchase Southern Ground Hunting is powered by Simple Cast.

This week on The Average Conservationist Podcast, Marcus is joined by Roby Burch. Roby is the founder of 2% Certified, Burch Barrel. The guys start at the beginning and talk about where the idea for Burch Barrel came from and really what Roby and the team are trying to build with the brand through their work with conservation and veteran organizations. The campfire and grill are two places that people traditionally gather around and with the Burch Barrel, you have the best of both worlds all rolled into one. From the beach, to the backyard, to the backcountry, there's no place the Barrel can't handle. If you're looking for a new experience when it comes to grilling, be sure and check them out! The Average Conservationist is powered by Simple Cast.

After listening to all of the episodes in this series, hopefully you are feeling confident enough to take the next step and take everything you have learned in to the field and give deer hunting a try. The best part is that you can alway come back to an episode and re-listen to it for a knowledge boost. On this episode of the How To Hunt Deer podcast, the guys wrap up the official "How To" series and recap everything they have discussed. Remember, if you have any questions feel free to find us on social media and let us know if there is anything we can do to help. Thanks for listening, and stay tuned for more episodes to come. How To Hunt Deer is Powered by Simplecast

Welcome to the Southern Ground Hunting Podcast, and thank you for tuning in. This week we’re digging into the vault from a couple years back, talking with Dave Owens of the Pinhoti Project. If you’ve followed Dave’s YouTube channel, you probably know that he is a die hard turkey hunter. What you may not know is that he actually cut his teeth in the outdoors hunting southern whitetails. He and Parker discuss how he navigates and breaks down the swampy Alabama public land areas he hunts, how he scouts it, and then how he executes a hunt. They talk about different food sources that he has found the most success on, especially when it comes to mature bucks. We tend to put human characteristics on deer when it comes to food, but Dave helps us understand that what most hunters tend to believe about a deer’s feeding habits may be further from the truth than what we think. This is an incredible conversation that you can gain whitetail knowledge from regardless of the type terrain you hunt! Become a SGH Patron: https://www.patreon.com/SouthernGroundHunting Our Partners: Spartan Forge - Use the code “southernground” at www.spartanforge.ai to save 25% on your membership Tethrd - www.tethrdnation.com Nucanoe - www.nucanoe.com Skre Gear - Use the code “southernground” at www.skregear.com to save 15% on your purchase Southern Ground Hunting is powered by Simple Cast.

On today's episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett interviews Jake Bush about hill country bucks. Jake has lived and hunted in both New York and more recently southern Ohio, and has been able to find a great degree of success scouting, locating, and patterning bucks in the big woods hills. They breakdown each portion of the season and talk about strategies for each. Jake discusses why a less commonly sought after wind direction is actually his favorite for setting up because the wind and thermal interaction allow him to get set up more undetected. Jake also discusses his experiences hunting scrapes, and which ones he likes to focus on or ignore, and he talks about his scouting methods from shed hunting through summer glassing and trail camera work. DIY Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

Today on The Average Conservationist Podcast, Marcus welcomes in Ryan Sarkkinen. Ryan is the owner of 2% Certified Ryan Sarkkinen Coaching. The guys start their conversation talking about all things coaching, and why it seems to have become more of a popular route for people in walks of life to work with. Coaching small businesses and allowing them to reach their full potential is what Ryan loves and what keeps him coming back for more. Along with a passion for coaching, Ryan loves spending time in the Washington wilderness chasing elk and blacktail deer during the fall and volunteering his time with RMEF during the spring and summer months. If you own or run a small business and are looking to take that next step, be sure and reach out to Ryan at rsarkks@gmail.com for more information or check out his profile page fishandwildlife.org. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the How To Hunt Deer Podcast, the guys discuss interesting facts about the whitetail deer, their biology, and their lifecycle. They talks about when they are born, what they eat, and how long on average they live. They also get in to a discussion about biology specifics like their scent glands, how they use them, and even the antler growing cycle. This a fun and interesting episode, so sit back and relax. How To Hunt Deer is Powered by Simplecast

On this Episode of Huntavore, Nick is joined by Steven Athay, author of Live Wild Eat Wild. Self proclaimed good cook and terrible hunter, Steven writes about his hunts, and then follows up with recipes and write ups about the dishes he and his wife make from that animal. Steven has a true passion for being connected to his food and the process it takes. We go deep on a bare bones home butchery set up, contaminating wild ground with domestic fat, and an incredible story of a once in a lifetime Utah Bison hunt. Steven Athay runs the blog, Live Wild Eat Wild. His whole mission with his platform is to be an educational tool for hunters and anglers who take pride in their harvest and want to celebrate the hunt and the animal through more ways than antlers on a wall. In fact, I had to ask for Steven’s name because its not written on his page. He told me that was purposeful, the focus here is the wild game, and the butchery. He was afraid of trending into the “instagram influencer” territory. I appreciate that mindset. Ironically, maybe more hunters and anglers should be influenced by Steven.  Living out in Utah has offered a bountiful amount of game for Steven along with a wealth of adventures to write about. We start with a bare bones home butchery set up: a utilitarian 6” boning knife, plastic wrap and butcher paper, and a hand grinder. Many decades, if not centuries of animals were processed this way. Recently home setups have expanded to near cut shop size and quality (including my own), but there is no need to drop a fortune on equipment to get into the home butchery game. Steve has taken animals to the processor, and knows that the professionals do a good job. His hang up was he was giving up why he wanted to hunt for food in the first place, the connection.  We take a deep tangent on ground meat. Our conclusion on grinders, a hand grinder is a great way to start. If you want to go electric, forget the cheapies, budget friendly, base models. This is one area where bigger is better. Stay away from plastic parts, cast and steel are essential. Mixing domestic fats into wild burger sparks opinions. Some are purists and want only lean wild. Others, including myself, cut in domestic fat for a number of reasons related to cooking. Steven goes for an “all around ground” of 80/20 with pork or beef fat. Sausage is more of a 70/30 with pork. For griddle-enthusiasts I challenge you to try a 60/40 round of smashburgers. To finish out the episode, Steven takes us on an epic saga of his father’s journey to bag a Utah Bison. “20 years applying, tons of planning, and a successful hunt.” Be sure to follow Steven @livewildeatwild  Tappecue Meat Probes Instagram: @tappecue Website: https://bit.ly/2NIr0Xj Coupon Code 10% off: HUNT10

This week on the Southern Ground Hunting podcast, Parker and Drew are talking about the similarities and differences in hunting deer in the early season in the north/midwest as compared to the southeast. If you spend time on different forums, you'll likely hear people grumble about how "Those midwestern deer just don't act the same as our deer in the south". It's a regular topic of conversation. While in some ways it can be true, there are lessons you can draw from every hunting experience no matter where you are. In episode 143, we talk through the similarities in food sources, terrain features, how deer navigate certain habitat types, & their response to hunting pressure. We also talk through the differences in the way deer behave based on the region they're in.  Become a SGH Patron: https://www.patreon.com/SouthernGroundHunting Our Partners: Spartan Forge - Use the code “southernground” at www.spartanforge.ai to save 25% on your membership Tethrd - www.tethrdnation.com Nucanoe - www.nucanoe.com Skre Gear - Use the code “southernground” at www.skregear.com to save 15% on your purchase Southern Ground Hunting is powered by Simple Cast.

This week on The Average Conservationist Podcast, Marcus welcomes Gael Sanchez. Gael is the owner of 2% Certified Cactus Quoll Creations. The two talk about Gael's job as a Wildlife Biologist here in Michigan and what led her down that path. As a self taught silversmith, Gael draws from her experience as a biologist to create unique, one of a kind jewelry for anyone who loves the outdoors. While working in the field of conservation as her full time job, she has also made the commitment to giving back through her own company and using the help of her customers and followers to find new organizations that she can support. If you're looking for some new jewelry, be sure and check them out! The Average Conservationist is powered by Simple Cast.

The hunting industry would like you to believe that you need specialized gear for every different hunting scenario. But todays guest says that's not the case. On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan is joined by Andy McLaughlin to discuss whitetail hunting gear that he uses on his western hunt. The guys discuss everything from ranges finders, packs, boots, and of course clothing and camo. This is an excellent episode especially of you are hunter who is on a strict hunting gear budget.  Hunting Gear Podcast is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the How To Hunt Deer podcast, the guys discuss how to process your deer for its meat and what to do if you you would rather take it to a professional butcher. This can come off as a daunting task if you have never processed wild game before, but don't worry, there are plenty of outlets that can educate you on the most effective and sanitary way to get the meat off of your deer and in to the freezer.  How To Hunt Deer is Powered by Simplecast

Parker is recapping his trip to North Dakota in this week's SGH episode. In previous episodes, you may have heard him talk about this hunt, and how it was different from his normal hunt. He was invited to hunt on a leased property with our friends from Tethrd, which was a preset stand with bait piles type of hunt. That's not wrong, it's legal, but it's still not our normal public land grind that we enjoy so much. Parker talks about the challenges of trying to set in a preset spot, and how hard it is sometimes to be patient and wait, instead of going out and trying to make something happen. As the week progressed, and minimal deer were being seen, he made a move to hunt public land and ultimately was successful on the last day. We hope you enjoy this episode! Become a SGH Patron: https://www.patreon.com/SouthernGroundHunting Our Partners: Spartan Forge - Use the code “southernground” at www.spartanforge.ai to save 25% on your membership Tethrd - www.tethrdnation.com Nucanoe - www.nucanoe.com Skre Gear - Use the code “southernground” at www.skregear.com to save 15% on your purchase Southern Ground Hunting is powered by Simple Cast.

On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan is joined by professional archer Tim Gillingham of BeeStinger Stabilizers about the functionality, design, and importance of proper stabilization for your compound bow. Tim goes in to detail about what a stabilizer actually does as far as accuracy, reducing hand shock, and slowing down pin float are concerned. This is a very interesting episode, especially if you currently do not use a stabilizer, or use one but don't know how it works. Hunting Gear Podcast is Powered by Simplecast

In this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett and his wife Sam discuss their recent Nebraska public land deer hunt. Nebraska is of course a large state with some varied habitat, but they decided to go to a region where mule deer were more sought after to reduce the likelihood of pressure from other whitetail hunters. In the episode, the couple talks about the challenges they faced, lessons learned about the area and habitat, as well as a recap of their hunting strategy. Sam was successful in shooting a doe, so she talked about her mindset during the closing moments and how it compared to some of her experiences earlier in the week with close calls and calming of nerves.  DIY Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

This week on The Average Conservationist Podcast, Marcus welcomes in Kevin Singleton. Kevin is the owner and founder of 2% Yearning Wild Treats and Chews. What started as a way to give his own dog good, quality treats turned into a way to help other dog owners give their pets the same. From elk chews to treats with only 3 ingredients, you'll be able to find anything you need to keep your dog happy and healthy. Kevin also talks about a summer camp he went to as a kid that really helped open his eyes and shape his views on the outdoors and conservation and how he's been able to carry that into his business. If you haven't already, be sure and check out Yearning Wild Treats and Chews! Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the How To Hunt Deer podcast, the guys discuss everything that happens after the trigger has been pulled or an arrow has been released. At this time being patient and observant is very important. The signs that are left behind once a deer has been shot will be a huge indicator of how far the deer will go before it expires. Keep you ears open, another great episode, starts right now. How To Hunt Deer is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of Huntavore, Nick calls up Travis Stockstill, member of team USA butchering team and host of The Meat Block Podcast, to talk about field care, and prepping your carcass for better quality meat. Using his expertise from over a decade in the butchers trade, he gives some tips and tricks hunters can use whether it's taking your animal to the processor or the DIY butcher job. If you are a fan of geeking out over meat, this is the episode for you. Travis Stockstill lives in California, but has spent over a decade mastering the craft of animal butchery. Getting his start on the slaughter floor, knocking a holstine on the first day, holding just about every position on the cut floor, and hosting a podcast about butchering and meat cutting. While having not a lot of experience as a hunter, Travis had his fair share of time butchering venison. He explains that bringing your venison to the processor in pristine order should be a concern of yours. Not just for your peace of mind, but for the other hunters as well. When cutting at home, taking good care at the start will help with your final product. Travis says hide off to get any contaminants in the hair away, and to spritze the carcass with vinegar to stop bacterial growth. He also touches on surface and knife cleanliness, using 180 degree water to sterilize. Cleaning with soup is a start but now adding a sterilizing process to your home butchering is a good idea. Travis also claims that when people ask what is his favorite cut of meat, that it's ground. Versatile, no meat loss, delicious, hard to screw it up. A good argument for full animal utilization.     Huntavore is Powered by SImplecast

Southern Ground Hunting is moving north for this week's episode with a special guest, Mark Kenyon. If you don't know Mark, get out from under that rock you're living under. Mark is a part of the Meateater team and host Wired To Hunt podcast. As we move into the super early whitetail openers across the US, Mark and Parker decided to talk about hunting strategies and tactics for some of these states. Mark has hunted several different early September opener states through the years and has had a good amount of success doing it. In this episode we discuss hunting public land bucks in states like Idaho, Kentucky, North Dakota, Wyoming and a few others. This is a really good podcast to get the ball rolling, especially for someone from the south who just thinks "It's too far, too expensive, or there's no good public land early season opportunities". There really are so many affordable options for hunting these places that just might offer you the chance to shoot a nice velvet buck! Become a SGH Patron: https://www.patreon.com/SouthernGroundHunting Our Partners: Spartan Forge - Use the code “southernground” at www.spartanforge.ai to save 25% on your membership GoWIld - Use the code “southernground” on your gear purchases to save 10%  https://timetogowild.com/profile/RkFymLZ3lAc4odGNudd2Lw Tethrd - www.tethrdnation.com Nucanoe - www.nucanoe.com Skre Gear - Use the code “southernground” at www.skregear.com to save 15% on your purchase

On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan talks with hardcore hunter April Tschan to discuss some of her gripes towards hunting gear for women. The two discuss everything from bows and arrow setups to clothing and boot options. April explains that the hunting industry has gotten better when comes to accommodating female hunters, however there is still a long way to go for one of the fastest growing demographics in the hunting space to get similar options as the men. Hunting Gear Podcast is Powered by Simplecast

This week on The Average Conservationist Podcast, Marcus welcomes in Jason Matzinger. The guys kick things off discussing what the outdoors meant to Jason growing up and at what point he decided to make a living from that. What started off as an interest in filming hunts for himself and guided hunts turned into a passion for telling a story about the journey. Jason has his own show called Into High Country and has made other films highlighting various conservation topics while working with various conservation organizations. His latest, titled Project Landlocked just dropped earlier this week where he addresses the issue of land that for most is not accessible. Be sure and check that out along with his other films and his show that airs weekly on The Sportsman Channel. Average Conservationist is Powered by SImplecast

On this episode of the How To Hunt Deer podcast, the guys break down actually shooting the deer with the weapon you have chosen. They discuss shot selection, what to expect before, during, and after the shot, as well as how to identify specifics like sex and age. This is the moment you have been waiting for, so listen closely! How To Hunt Deer is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan is joined by avid hunter, Tom Peplinski, for a great BS Session about gear they like, and some they don't. The guys talk about everything from the cost of leasing property and habitat improvement costs, to their opinions about camo, boots, bows, and other hunting gear. They also discuss products that have performed surprisingly well and others that have failed miserably. Hunting Gear Podcast is Powered by Simplecast

This week's episode of the Southern Ground Hunting podcast was a blast to record. It always amazes us when we get to talk public land deer hunting with people who, even though they live in the south, their way of hunting looks incredibly different. South Florida is a land where deer hunting simply isn't for the faint of heart. Everything in the woods seems like it wants to eat you! However, the guys from team Swamp N Stomp just pull up their big boy britches and get to work. One crazy thing about south Florida is the fact that their main rut begins in July and August. While most of us are still watching velvet bucks on trail cameras, the south Florida bucks are already hard horned and ready to find a hot doe. This week we're talking with Mark and Danny about how they break down their public land areas and consistently find bucks when the deer density is typically pretty low. How do you find a food source? What terrain features do deer gravitate to? How do you dodge dog hunting pressure? All of these questions and more will be discussed in this episode. Enjoy! Become a SGH Patron: https://www.patreon.com/SouthernGroundHunting Our Partners: Spartan Forge - Use the code “southernground” at www.spartanforge.ai to save 25% on your membership GoWIld - https://timetogowild.com - Use the code “southernground” on your gear purchases to save 10% Tethrd - www.tethrdnation.com Nucanoe - www.nucanoe.com Skre Gear - Use the code “southernground” at www.skregear.com to save 15% on your purchase Southern Ground Hunting is powered by Simple Cast.

On this episode of the DIY Sportsman Podcast, Garrett outlines a list of things to do now before the season starts, to make sure that the opener goes as smoothly as possible. The three categories where there are some great opportunities are Archery, Gear, and final Pre-Season Scouting. We are close enough to the season in many states that if everything isn't already flushed out and tested, you can feel a little behind. The last few weeks before the season should be allocated for getting reps in and building additional confidence with a system that has already been locked. However, not everyone will find themselves in that type of a scenario. So in that case, Garrett outlines some things that you can do to try and play catch up and have maximum confidence going into the season.  DIY Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

This week, on The Average Conservationist Podcast, Marcus is joined by the Founder of 2% Certified Gastro Gnome, Shannon Waters along with their Safety and Operations Manager, Matthew Weaver. The group discusses the path Shannon took to becoming a chef and how an experience on a backcountry trip led her to starting the company. Matthew talks about his introduction to the outdoors and how he became part of the Gastro Gnome team. With an emphasis on using fresh ingredients from the start, Shannon has created flavor profiles and meals that you wouldn't expect to be eating in the backcountry, but rather around a kitchen table. If you're still looking for some meals for your next adventure, be sure and check them out! Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the How To Hunt Deer Podcast, the guys talk about using deer calls and other attractants that could possibly get more deer in to shooting range. Topics of discussion include baiting, deer urine, grunt tubes and rattling antlers, and even a little bit of calling strategy. Keep you ears open, lots of great information in this episode. How To Hunt Deer is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the Huntavore, we talk about adventure, and spiritual reflection while on the hunt. It's hard to separate ourselves from wild creation and the majesty of it all without opening up those big questions while glassing from a peak, or hunkering into the stand. Hunter shares some of past experience that has lead to the making of The Hunter’s Quest and opens up about his family in the kitchen, making some wild exotic dishes that has this midwest foodie wide eyed and wanting a taste. Join Nick and Hunter on this walkabout style episode comin’ atcha’. Hunter McWaters is a native to Virginia. However he isn't one to stay still for long. Hunter’s drive for adventure had him shooting footage in lots of amazing places. Being a Christ-follower, Hunter also sees our backcountry wilderness, not as any random chance, but a glorious display from an intelligent designer. When chasing caribou, elk, or even whitetail he explains that adventures like these can have you working on filling your soul along with pursuing your game. Hunter does provide wholesome natural game for his family, but takes a back seat when it gets to the kitchen. His mother-in-law, raised in the middle east, grew up with quarters and halves of animals coming into the kitchen. Her experience at breaking quarters, and butchering animals for meals has Hunter watching attentively. Her sure handed knife skills rival any butcher shop. In addition, Hunter shares some traditional dishes that utilize every scrap. His description of simmering the butchered bones, including the spine has Nick’s culinary wheels spinning. While the concerns of CWD makes him nervous, utilizing the last bits attached to the bones to make a delicious meal is something Nick can get behind. Tappecue Meat Probes Instagram: @tappecue Website: https://bit.ly/2NIr0Xj Coupon Code 10% off: HUNT10 Huntavore is Powered by Simplecast

Thanks for listening to the Southern Ground Hunting podcast. This week, Parker and Drew are talking about their plans for the 2021 season. Every season is a learning experience and the guys share how they plan to apply last year's lessons to this season. We're talking about Tennessee, North Dakota, Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania & Indiana. Man it's going to be a full season, but there will be a ton of memories made. The guys spend a good portion of time talking about how they plan to attack a high odds area this year. Something we've discussed frequently, but also plan to keep evolving through the 2021 deer season. With the help of the new technology from Spartan Forge, it has taken a lot of the guess work out of the equation. We're excited to get the ball rolling this year. Become a SGH Patron: https://www.patreon.com/SouthernGroundHunting Our Partners: Spartan Forge - Use the code “southernground” at www.spartanforge.ai to save 25% on your membership GoWIld - Use the code “southernground” on your gear purchases to save 10%   https://timetogowild.com/profile/RkFymLZ3lAc4odGNudd2Lw Tethrd - www.tethrdnation.com Nucanoe - www.nucanoe.com Skre Gear - Use the code “southernground” at www.skregear.com to save 15% on your purchase Southern Ground Hunting is powered by Simple Cast.

On this episode of the How To Hunt Deer Podcast, the guys discuss what to expect in the field while deer hunting. Although deer hunting can be extremely fast-paced, there are times when it can be slow and even boring. But don't worry, Mother Nature will offer plenty of exciting views and experiences that will keep you entertained. Another great episode coming your way! How To Hunt Deer podcast is Powered by Simplecast

Today on the podcast, Marcus is joined by Dane Williams and Dustin Gascho. Dane and Dustin are the founders of 2% Certified brand, Hardside Hydration. The guys kick things off talking about some bad experiences they had in the backcountry that led them to coming up with a solution for not only hunters, but any type of outdoor enthusiast. With both Dane and Dustin growing up in the outdoors and Dustin being an engineer they've been able to use all of that experience to come up with a new and innovative way to stay hydrated in the backcountry. If you're looking for a better way to consume your water when you are in the field, be sure and check them out! Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

Thanks for listening to the Southern Ground Hunting Podcast. This weekend we were able to attend the Public Land Hunter's Hangout at Parker's Wildlife Taxidermy in Cullman, AL. SGH hosted a live podcast Q&A session with some of what we believe are the best public land hunters in Alabama. Jamie McCay, Michael Perry & Wes Moye sat down with us and answered some of your questions, and the results were great! Some of the things discussed were: Group Hunting Rattling, calling, scents Tackling a buck's whole core area Things to look for in a spot that will produce year after year Early season vs. Rut vs. Late season tactics Become a SGH Patron: https://www.patreon.com/SouthernGroundHunting Our Partners: Spartan Forge - Use the code “southernground” at www.spartanforge.ai to save 25% on your membership Tethrd - www.tethrdnation.com Nucanoe - www.nucanoe.com Skre Gear - Use the code “southernground” at www.skregear.com to save 15% on your purchase

On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan is once again joined by Larry McCoy to talk about the Duel Game lineup and why their calls are are the most realistic. Larry kicks off the show by explaining that all of the brands under The Outdoor Group umbrella are working day and night to complete orders and get them shipped out. As far as Duel Game Calls is concerned, Larry talks about the duel chambered design that allows, for what Larry believes, is the most realistic lineup of game calls on the market. Larry explains how they compare audio files from their calls and wild animals to get the best sounding call possible. Along with a bit of a call tutorial towards end of the podcast, Larry gives his best pitch on why you should pick a Duel Game Call. Hunting Gear Podcast is powered by Simplecast

In today's episode Garett talks to Johnny Stewart, who's got quite a bit of experience hunting in the northeast but also is a traveling hunter and has spent time in many states across the Midwest as well. The topic of conversation is mature buck behavior, which seems at a first glance like it could be a narrow topic but really isn't. One thing that's very obvious in this discussion with Johnny is that older bucks don't operate the same as other deer, but on top of that, they individually have so many different characteristics and behaviors that trying to describe what any given buck might do is challenging. There are so many specific scenarios that could be at play. Johnny talks about what commonalities he does see, how he goes out to locate and keep tabs on deer, and how he knows when he's ready to go make a move on a particular deer. There are plenty of examples throughout the episode that might help someone relate to something they might be seeing in their own neck of the woods.  DIY Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

This week on the podcast, Marcus welcomes in Jason Crighton. Jason is the founder and CEO of Conserve the Wild as well as the host of the Conservation Unfiltered Podcast. The guys kick things off talking about how Jason won this year's Conservation Media Award through 2% for his work on his podcast and really what his goals are with the podcast. The guys spend a good portion of the conversation talking about some of the biggest issues we face in the conservation world and how important mentoring is for the future of the outdoors. A really great conversation for anyone looking to learn more about the outdoors and conservation. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the How To Hunt Deer Podcast, Matt, Hank and Dan talk about hunting gear and equipment. We talk about everything from boots and clothing to treestands and ground blinds. We also discuss how to properly research the type of equipment you may require depending on the terrain and wether you hunt in. Lastly, we cover what you need vs. what you want, and honestly you don't need much to get started. Listen closely, because there's a ton of great information coming your way. How To Hunt Deer is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the Huntavore, Mahting Putelis, CEO of Hunt to Eat joins Nick for a chat about a wild foodie’s favorite fashion wear. Hunt to Eat started as just a t-shirt company that has blossomed into an organization whose mission encompasses community, real food, and conservation. Mahting opens up about his start in the outdoors as a kid, how the phrase “food for fuel” relates to his upbringing, a love for photography lead to getting behind a rifle, and reveals some incredible new content coming from Hunt to Eat. Mahting Putelis comes from humble beginnings. Living within their means and having a perspective of “food is fuel”, Mahting and his siblings had a unique upbringing with food. Which makes hunting for sustenance a reality. Only fitting that Mahting and his brother started the company Hunt to Eat. First just a t-shirt company that created tasteful wears for hunters and anglers, expands to an organization that brought together a community of folks who showed what they can do with their harvest, introducing new people to our passion of acquiring real food, and teaching others the importance of conservation. Mahting does admit that he may not find his home in the kitchen, but he does take his place as the grill master. Mahting likes to keep things simple which given his choice of wild protein will ultimately end up delicious. A marinated turkey breast grilled up nicely into carnitas is a goto from Mahting. Or a beautiful elk burger with straight ground. Letting the game take the driver seat in the dish. Hunt to Eat also is announcing that they are growing from just a website and clothing, but breaking into the media realm. With a few of their own podcasts, a show, and a magazine launching soon. I myself, am excited to soak up the content from folks who hunt to eat. Tappecue Meat Probes Instagram: @tappecue Website: https://bit.ly/2NIr0Xj Coupon Code 10% off: HUNT10 Huntavore is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan talks with Josh Dahlke of Huntstand about all of the benefits of digital mapping to document your hunts. The guys discuss the birth and evolution Huntstand and how customer feedback plays a huge role in how they update their software. Josh also talks about all of the features and how when properly used, Huntstand can act like a data collection device that you can access to put youself in the best possible position for success.  Hunting Gear Podcast is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the How To Hunt Deer Podcast, the guys get in to a great discussion about different approaches when it come to deer hunting. Matt, Dan, and Hank talk about the differences between hunting from the ground in a ground blind or elevated in a treestand. They break down what approach might be the best strategy depending on if you are using a bow, crossbow, or firearm. The guys also talk about different strategies based on where in the country you live and hunt, this is very important because terrain and vegetation can play a huge role in how far you can see or where you can set up for an ambush point. The information in this episode is so good you may want to listen to it twice. Enjoy! How To Hunt Deer is Powered by Simplecast

This week on the podcast, Marcus welcomes in Mahting Putelis. Mahting is the co-founder and CEO of 2% Certified brand Hunt to Eat. What started as an idea 8 years ago to create some cool shirts has since turned into a community of outdoorsmen and women bonding in hunting, cooking, foraging and just being outdoors and Mahting and the crew are just getting started. Hunt to Eat has some really cool things in the works that Mahting talks about that anyone interested in the outdoors is going to want to be on the lookout for. Along with a lot of cool announcements that Mahting shares, we also get to talk about the conservation side of the business and why it's so important to them. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan is joined by Shawn Polke of Virginia for a B.S. Session all about the hunting gear they use. They guys cover a variety of products they use throughout the season some they are brand loyal to, and some they are not. The discuss bows, arrow rests, camo, sights, targets, and much more. This is a light hearted episode with great conversation. Hunting Gear Podcast is Powered by Simplecast

This week on the Southern Ground Hunting podcast, we're joined by Walter Lee of Chasing Tales Outdoors. We're going to take a break from our normal tactic talk to have a fun story telling episode. Now we're not talking about your regular run of the mill hunting stories, we're talking weird, bizarre, craziest things we've seen in the whitetail woods. Walter is from Florida, so he obviously wins the conversation. Florida is just full of strange people. There's no two ways around that! However, Parker has a couple of wild things that have happened to him while hunting as well. WARNING: For some reason, Walt's stories seem to revolve around poop... other people's poop. Weird crap (pun intended). Anyways, this was a fun episode. We hope you enjoy it! Become a SGH Patron: https://www.patreon.com/SouthernGroundHunting Our Partners: Spartan Forge - Use the code “southernground” at www.spartanforge.ai to save 25% on your membership Tethrd - www.tethrdnation.com Nucanoe - www.nucanoe.com Skre Gear - Use the code “southernground” at www.skregear.com to save 15% on your purchase Southern Ground Hunting is powered by Simple Cast.

On this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett talks to Sam Shaffer, owner and operator of Titanium Archery products, to talk bow stabilization. After the background discussion, they first dive into vibration suppression and noise, which is a really interesting topic when it comes to deer hunting and one which deserves more research. Then they talk bow stabilization, and what the perceived benefits are for bowhunters, how they can be measured, pitfalls to watch out for, and putting together a set up that actually works for you rather than attempting to band-aid underlying issues or creating new balance issues. It's a good discussion that definitely goes a little into the weeds at some points, as with most of these gear focused podcasts. That said, the information should be helpful for new or experienced archers alike.  DIY Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

This week on the podcast Marcus is joined by Seth Spears. Seth is the Founder and CEO of 2% Certified ReWild Gear. The guys kick things off with Seth's experience in the outdoors as a youth and how that evolved over time to becoming a hunter in his early 20s and how he's been able to share those experiences with both his sons and his father. Seth talks about the driving force behind ReWild Gear and why they are offering the products they are. The guys talk about a lot of big picture issues that we are facing in the conservation world and how we can make small changes to help create a ground swell of positive changes for the outdoors. If you're looking for some high quality outdoor gear to last a lifetime, be sure and check them out as their products go live in August. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the How To Hunt Deer podcast, the guys talk about how to properly scout deer habitat to find places to actually hunt. The guys discuss the bedding to food source pattern that deer go through on a daily basis, how deer use their senses, identifying deer sign, and putting all of these pieces together to put yourself in the best treestand or ground location to get a shot at a deer. How To Hunt Deer is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of Huntavore, we take a culinary deep dive on a topic of wanting to get the most flavor bang from their wildgame or anything really can do. Nick unpacks the flavor profile umami as best he can. What is it? How do we taste umami? And most importantly, how can you use it on your food? Nick goes into detail about the process of making your own umami seasoning shake that blows your mind. Nick took a trip into the world of flavor enhancement. Umami translated from Japanese means pleasant savory taste. That is exactly what we are going for on our wild game dishes, pleasant and savory. Now along with umami, we need to unpack Mono Sodium Glutamate (MSG). MSG is a chemical compound that can be added to food to enhance flavor, but not a whole lot of folks are looking to do that. At least in its mass produced, ultra refined form. However MSG is a natural occurring chemical compound in quite a number of foods already. Many of the items that top pizza have a high concentration of MSG (tomatoes, onions, mushrooms, anchovies, parmesan). Capturing this as a seasoning that can be applied to meat, veg, etc became the challenge. By dehydrating these items and blitzing them in a grinder, you can amp up the exhausting flavors of food, without over doing the salt. Salt has its purpose, but overdoing it can take away from the taste. Check out these two videos I found that will help you make your own: Guga foods https://youtu.be/sE3dYCphy2M ChefSteps https://youtu.be/WFMtBstGHAA Tappecue Meat Probes Instagram: @tappecue Website: https://bit.ly/2NIr0Xj Coupon Code 10% off: HUNT10 Huntavore is Powered by Simplecast

Thanks for listening to the Southern Ground Hunting series, Local Legends. This week's legend is none other than Jeremy Aron of the "Do It Yourself Hunter". Jeremy hails from the great state of Mississippi and is no stranger to big public land bucks. As a matter of fact, you may have seen him on the outdoor channel years ago or even on his YouTube channel where he posts recent hunts. If you're familiar with Jeremy, you probably have noticed that he is always hunting new states, and also always being successful in those states. Not only that but he's doing it on public land. For Jeremy, it's all a part of his system and it should come as no surprise that someone with his resume in the whitetail woods would have a system for their success. In this episode, Jeremy lays out the things that he's doing that he feels sets him apart from other hunters, even in places where the hunting pressure on public land can tend to get high through the month of November. Make sure you follow along with Jeremy and his partner, Daniel, on their YouTube channel "Do It Yourself Hunter". Become a SGH Patron: https://www.patreon.com/SouthernGroundHunting Our Partners: Spartan Forge - Use the code “southernground” at www.spartanforge.ai to save 25% on your membership Tethrd - www.tethrdnation.com Nucanoe - www.nucanoe.com Skre Gear - Use the code “southernground” at www.skregear.com to save 15% on your purchase Southern Ground Hunting is powered by Simple Cast.

On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan is joined by Sportsmen's Nation contributor Parker McDonald of the Southern Ground Hunting Podcast. The guys get in to a short discussion about specific pieces of hunting gear that they feel impact their hunting style the most and what they would do if those pieces of gear were removed from their hunting gear arsenal. This is a great BS session where the guys talk about merino wool base layers, treestands and saddles, kayaks for access, and much more. Enjoy and share! Hunting Gear Podcast is Powered by Simplecast

This week on the podcast, Marcus is joined by a team of guys on the ground in southwest Montana working on a project to help a pronghorn migration corridor become more accessible for not only pronghorn, but other species as well. The group talks about what the goal of the project is over the next three years along with a lot of the challenges that go into pulling off a 2 week project with volunteers coming in from across the country. If you're looking to be inspired by work that regular people are doing for conservation, you don't want to miss this episode! Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the How To Hunt Deer podcast, we talk about how to identify deer sign. We dive deep in to the indicators that deer leave behind to let you know that they have been there. Deer trails, hoof prints, deer poop, deer beds, what they eat, and social signs like rubs and scrapes are all topics of discussions on this weeks episodes. As you will learn, being observant is very important when it comes to deer hunting. The more you absorb the greater your success. Enjoy! How To Hunt Deer is Powered by Simplecast

Southern Ground Hunting is going outside of our comfort zone a little bit with this week's local legend. We're talking with world renown outlaw hunter, Charles Beaty. Charles is a best selling author & die hard deer hunter, but he's known for his spending his younger days (over 20 years) poaching Boone & Crockett class bucks off of the King and Kennedy ranches in South Texas. DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST IS NOT IN ANY WAY CONDONING POACHING, but when you hear Charles' story then you'll understand why we think he's a perfect guest for this series. Getting chased by cowboys & game wardens, rattling giant bucks in the brush country, God changing his life and convicting him of his lifestyle ... this could be a movie! Become a SGH Patron:https://www.patreon.com/SouthernGroundHunting Our Partners: Spartan Forge - Use the code “southernground” at www.spartanforge.ai to save 25% on your membership Tethrd - www.tethrdnation.com Nucanoe - www.nucanoe.com Skre Gear - Use the code “southernground” at www.skregear.com to save 15% on your purchase Southern Ground Hunting is powered by Simple Cast.

On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan talks with Dan Schultz of Cuddeback about their CuddeLink camera system. The guys discuss the birth of the system and the idea behind it. Dan also gets in to how the camera systems works by creating a daisy chain of cameras relaying pictures back to the main camera before sending it to your phone. This means that some of the cameras don't even need to have cell service. Interesting episode worth a listen. Hunting Gear Podcast is Powered by Simplecast

In today’s episode Garrett discusses some of the logistics for planning out of state hunts. Let’s face it, more and more people are trying their hand at doing these types of hunts. The popularity has certainly increased due to the media and content from people doing them, and surely the pandemic in some ways is likely boosting those numbers as well. Most of the hesitation to doing an out of state hunt is either due to the confidence level that you’d actually be able to get what you would want out of that hunt. But a large part is surely also due to the logistics, and not knowing what you don’t know. Over the past several years, Garrett has hunted in Missouri, Wisconsin, North Dakota, Iowa, Colorado, and Georgia, outside of his home state of Minnesota. This year he'll be adding Nebraska and Pennsylvania to the list of states as well. Some of those trips have been group trips, others solo. Some early season, some rut, and some late season. Most were driving, but a couple have been flying, so hopefully this episode will be able to shed some light on the things to be aware of if you’re looking to plan your first out of state hunt this fall. DIY Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

This week, Marcus welcomes in new 2% Committee Member, Brian Cooper. The guys kick things off talking about what Brian does for a living and the unique space that he operates in. Brian tells an awesome story about what really piqued his interest in more than just the outdoors, rather the way the entire ecosystem we live in works. Since getting heavily involved in giving back in his mid-20s Brian has made it his personal mission to do something positive for the environment every day. Brian's hope is that his small acts will spread to others and help cause a ripple effect for the betterment of the outdoors. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the How To Hunt Deer podcast, we discuss when to hunt. Matt, Hank, and Dan break down the best time of year to hunt, the best time of day to hunt, and why deer prefer to move during these specific timeframes. Timing is everything when it comes to hunting deer, so take notes and enjoy! How To Hunt Deer is Powered by Simplecast