Podcast Episodes

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan basically complains about late season hunting sucks ass. Dan talks about how unless you have a pocket of unpressured deer or a great late season food source, the post-rut post-gun season hunting can be very difficult. But, don't fret there is still a possibility of running in to a great deer, you're just going to have to bust you ass trying to find a shooter. Dan talks about using the same early season hunting techniques with some minor adjustments, could put you in the money. Dan talks about thermal cover, locating edge once the vegetation has fallen off, and of course food sources. Decent episode, listen close. Nine Finger Chronicles is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan talks with Casey VanDerGraaf of PRIME about their new Inline Cam System. Casey explains how the idea was born and how his head almost exploded when the engineering team brought this idea to the table. Casey talks about how this is a more effective and efficient design that will replace the current 4 cam system. Listen along as he breaks down the new design and its functionality. Hunting Gear Podcast is Powered by Simplecast

Plenty of monster whitetails hit the ground in Wisconsin over the last month. In this episode, Josh catches up with Mitchell Patterson to hear how he harvested a giant 14 point named Ernie. Tune in to hear the story and pick up a few lessons along the way! You can find more from Mitchell Patterson on Instagram, @patta_tat_hunts.  Wisconsin Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talks with Brian Lynn of the Sportsmen's Alliance about a recent bear hunt ban and the motivation of anti-hunting. Brian explains how the bear ban came in to existence with anti-hunting groups ignoring fact and reason and selling emotion to get a rally from Washington state voters. Brian also explains how anti-hunting groups function through social media and donors with deep pockets. Excellent episode that will have you thinking about the future of hunting. Nine Finger Chronicles is Powered by Simplecast

Joining Marcus this week from Roam Free Bison Ranch are Jon Sepp and Brittany Masters. Jon and Brittany are the owners of the first and only 2% Certified ranch. The group starts the conversation talking about their respective backgrounds and what brought them together on a ranch in Montana. From there they cover a variety of topics pertaining to the ranch, and take a deep dive into regenerative practices. Roam Free offers a variety of different bison snack options, so if you're looking for something new to try, be sure and check them out. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On today's podcast I've got Johnny Stewart on again as a guest, and we're talking about Late Season. Now, some might call Johnny somewhat of a rut and Late Season specialist, because his job doesn't give him a ton of free time in the early season. So he'll often hunt until the bitter end in states like Ohio, Pennsylvania, or even Iowa, and has killed a number of good deer during that timeframe. We discuss big woods, like the national forest that we walked together during the Spartan Forge veterans hunt a couple of weeks ago, and how to find likely food sources in vast areas. Then we also talk about more pocketed areas of land where there might even be ag as a food source. In addition to finding food, we talk setups, access, pressure, weather, and off-the wall tactics like scouting at night when the deer are out feeding away from their bedding areas.  DIY Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

Welcome to the Southern Ground Hunting podcast. Matthew Reaves of Southern Pursuit is hopping on to discuss rut hunting tactics for southern public land bucks. The topic of the conversation is thermal hubs and how productive they can be if hunted correctly. Matthew and Parker both share stories of their recent successful hunts on thermal hubs, both describing how they set up and how the bucks presented a shot. Thermal hubs can be one of the most difficult terrain features to hunt effectively. Wind and thermals tend to be tough to understand, especially in these "magic holes" as Matthew calls them. The guys go over, in detail, how the hunts played out, and why they think they were able to put bucks on the ground. 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 Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan is joined by Cody D'Acquisto to breakdown his recent success in Southern Illinois on a once in a lifetime giant buck. First off, this bowhunting story is a perfect example of having a variety of obstacles thrown at you like standing crops, hunting pressure, and difficult access. Then, through perseverance, a well thought out strategy, and a killer mentality, Cody was able to send an arrow through the deer of his dreams. Mindset is everything! Nine Finger Chronicles is Powered by Simplecast

This episode features:

• Sad weekends

• World’s worst hunters

• The text

• Poop pizza delivery

• Shout outs to thoughtful bibs

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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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Few states can compete with the hunting heritage of Pennsylvania’s opening day of rifle season. Everyone seems to take time off from work and venture out. As fun as this season can be, it can also be a challenge. With more hunting pressure than any other time throughout the season, deer quickly “hole up” in security zones. If you haven’t filled a buck tag in archery season, this new added pressure may make it more difficult to harvest the buck you’ve set out for. Instead of getting frustrated with the change in pressure, use it to your advantage! Food is still king; however, pressure may cause food sources to be used just after dark. We discuss how and where to position yourself throughout opening week with your greatest odds, including stand hunting, still hunting, and a lot of people’s favorite: group hunting. Remember, as carried away as die-hard whitetail hunters can get, this is a time of year to cherish. We are privileged to be hunting in Penn’s Woods! This is an opportunity to be thankful and share memories with family and friends. We can still be strategic along the way! Pennsylvania Woodsman is Powered by Simplecast

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This episode features:

• Public land deer hunting
• Woods Poops
• Hunting buddy stories
• Brayden Ware’s rookie mistakes

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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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Matt Powell & Ben Harrison join the show to talk about their stellar seasons chasing bucks during the rut. Ben has killed a couple of great deer. Matt has killed SEVEN!!! These dudes are some of the most consistent whitetail killers we know. In this episode, they're sharing and talking through some of the things they believe add to their continued success in states like Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, Oklahoma & Indiana. 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 Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan is joined by two hunters as they discuss their hunting gear Christmas wish list and what gifts they would like to give to other hunters. This is a fun episode where a variety of topics are discussed. The guys talk about hunting blinds, boots, hunting accessories, arrows, tree stands, scent control products. Our crew here at the Sportsmen's Nation hopes that you get everything you want in you stocking this year. Hunting Gear Podcast is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talk with outdoor enthusiast, MMA fighter, and NCAA wrestler Chad Mendes in a good old fashioned BS session. Chad talks about his introduction in to hunting as well as where he got his got his love for wild game. Chad compares his success and failures while hunting to his success and failures in the octagon. Along with a business partner, Chad recently released a cookbook with their favorite wild game, fish, and water fowl recipes. Another excellent episode coming your way from the Sportsmen's Nation. Nine Finger Chronicles is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan is joined by the owner of Huntinggeardeals.com to talk about how you can take advantage of Black Friday sales. Camron Stover, and his company Hunting Gear Deals, collect sales and discount codes from several hunting and outdoor brands that help you find discounted gear all on their website. With this being the apex of the discounted shopping season, Camron shares 10 different places you may be able to find discounted hunting gear and equipment from outdoor brands that may otherwise be at a higher price point. head on over to Huntinggeardeals.com to see all of the available codes and discounts. The Hunting Gear Podcast is Powered by Simplecast

This episode features:

• Brad's worst 48 hours of hunting decisions

• Discussions around ethics

• Update on Jacob and Arica's season

• What the heck is [UNCENSORED]?

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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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Bowhunting is full of ups and downs, and they’re all made a little sweeter when you taste success! In this episode, Josh gives an update on his 2021 archery season. From epic failure to tagging a buck on public land, Josh shares the good, the bad, the ugly, and a few lessons picked up along the way.  Wisconsin Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

On his episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan is joined by cross-country bowhunter Shawn Lamber of Vermont to talk about his recent success in Ohio on public land. Shawn breaks down how he used hunting apps to look for public land to hunt while 15 hours away and terrain features within that public land that might be good hunting locations. He talks a having to deal with hunting pressure that led him to moving to a completely different hunting property. While he was scouting this property, he found lots of sign within a major ridge intersection. The rest, you'll just have to listen to find out what happened next. Nine Finger Chronicles is Powered by Simplecast

Joining Marcus today on The Average Conservationist Podcast are Keaton Eckley and Nick Minden. Keaton and Nick are the co-founders of 2% Certified Fisherman's Brew Coffee. The group kicks things off talking about their respective upbringings and how the two of them were introduced to each other. Growing up in the Northwest, salmon fishing is almost a way of life and as the guys got older they realized that a once healthy and thriving salmon population had started to decrease and they needed to do something about it. Enter Fisherman's Brew Coffee, a company that was born for the sole purpose of helping raise money and awareness for local salmon habitat and population. This is a great conversation from start to finish with two guys who are just trying to make a difference with something that they love. If you're in the market for some new coffee, be sure and check them out. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

In this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett sits down with Brian Dombrowski of Wisconsin, who he originally met while hunting public land on an out-of-state trip. Brian hunts many different habitat types but really enjoys tackling bigger parcels or timber or marshland, where he's been able to take several nice deer over the years. His methods and descriptions of hunting marshes differ a bit from the typical media we here describing them. In addition to talking about Brian's year round process and using in-season scouting to hone in on a particular area, we also do two hunt breakdowns... one for an old central WI buck taken this year, and another for a giant out-of-state buck that Brian shot in early September.  DIY Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

It's kind of a variety show today on the Southern Ground Hunting podcast. We're talking to Lane Housner about mountain hunting, sika deer in Maryland, and how he's set his life up to be a hardcore public land deer hunter. Lane could be described in one word, consistent. Every year he seems to be incredibly successful in his pursuit of whitetails in high pressure hunting situations. In this episode we're talking all about his strategy in the woods to maintain his consistency. You can watch all of Lane's hunts, along with his group of buddies, on the "In The Presence" YouTube channel. 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, Dan is joined by Joe Bierl, a fairly new bowhunter who finally connected on his first ever whitetail buck with a bow. Joe explains a long list of bad luck events that seemed to follow him around for the past three years as well as how he had to turn failure in the woods in to a new strategy that finally led him to success. This is a great story if you feel that you might be struggling this season. How To Hunt Deer is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan breaks down the second half of the whitetail rut and what he would be doing if he was still hunting. He explains that now is the time to make a move if you haven't already and look for unpressured nooks and crannies of your hunting property that deer might be hiding in. He also talks about how a different access route may be in order if you are bumping deer on the way to the treestand. But, changing your approach goes deeper then just stand locations and access routes. It also means moving trail cameras that haven't produced the caliber of deer you are looking for as well as a quick scouting walk to look for the newest sign. Nine Finger Chronicles is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of Huntavore, Nick is joined by Eric Gunn; outdoorsman, chef, and creator of @wayofthehunt. Eric loves to use wildgame in his dishes, getting inspiration from his Sicilian heritage. Nick and Eric talk about the season of wild harvest going on right now with hunters, also,as a Maryland resident, was denied picking up a roadkill deer. Eric gets into some high level cooking and using some unique parts in your stock. Stay tuned for an exciting new episode of Huntavore. Eric Gunn is a native of Maryland. Growing up in and around some of the best hunting grounds in the country. Waterfowl, seafood, whitetails, bears, and crazy tiny elk called Sika deer. Lots of opportunities for sportsmen. However, one aspect is not open to venison loves, roadkill. Eric goes into a tale of being told he couldn’t pick up a fresh deer because a salvage permit is needed. These permit holders travel the roads and pick up carcasses only to be incinerated and dumped into the landfill.       Hard days of hunting and chasing animals and for some of us the celebration of butchering our game. The two guys reflect on their thankfulness for the opportunity and the gifts they were able to harvest and use into the upcoming year. Nick’s favorite holiday is fast approaching as Thanksgiving is just around the corner. This season always is a great time to reflect on the bounty we’ve been given or opportunity to chase and take.  Eric shares about his heritage coming from Sicily, and about a few of the dishes that translate well into venison. A couple with the new cool cut on the block, the shanks, and even getting into keep trotters (the hoof section) for enriching stock. In old world cooking, nothing goes to waste, “Waste not, want not” and using more from our deer is something to be thankful for. 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 breaks down the gear he used during his successful archery hunts. He talks about the specifics pieces of gear, how they performed, and how they contributed to his success. Products include his bow, scent elimination. broadheads, arrows, digital maps and much more.  Hunting Gear Podcast is Powered by Simplecast

There are over 200,000 bear licenses sold in Pennsylvania annually, and 3,500-4,000 bears are killed every fall. With odds like this, how can there be people who have killed multiple Pennsylvania bears in their lifetime and others who never kill one? The answer is the same as the guys who consistently kill big bucks. Preseason homework needs to be done if you expect success! Finding food is key, and to do that you may need to put some miles on via vehicle and boots to find it. This week we chat with Mark Lesher who has killed half a dozen Pennsylvania bears, and passed nearly as many. He shares a camp with his brothers and family in the northern portion of the state that has harvested dozens of bears since the 1960s when the season first opened back up. Growing up in a camp comes with many traditions. Some traditions include hunting the same areas and the same ways as previous generations. Mark and his crew have learned to do way more than make bear drives and holler, they’ve learned how to be methodical and kill multiple bears annually in their camp. If you’re and avid bear hunter, grab a pen and paper because class is in session; you do not want to miss out on this information! Pennsylvania Woodsman is Powered by Simplecast

This week on the Average Conservationist Podcast, Marcus welcomes in Callum Brown. Callum is the President of 2% Certified Brown Dog Hosiery. As you may have guessed, we get to talk about all things socks. In recent years, as a way for people to show off their individuality, instead of shirts, ties or even hats, they have turned to socks. Callum and the team at Brown Dog have taken that one step further and given people the opportunity to show their love and support for the outdoors with many of their outdoor themed patterns. Made in the USA, Brown Dog socks offer something for everyone, regardless of the activity. On top of that, Brown Dog realizes the importance of preserving our wildlife and wild places and has made it part of their mission to give back. If you're looking for a great holiday gift idea, be sure and check out Brown Dog Hosiery. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

Thanks for tuning in and welcome to the Southern Ground Hunting Podcast. This week Parker rants on and on about how hard his season has been and how it seemingly changed in one moment. He recaps his second trip to Kentucky this week to hunt the rut and shares the story of heartbreak and redemption.  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, Marcus is joined by Jarad Luchka. Jarad is the owner of 2% Certified Big Game Waterfowl, out of Rhode Island. Jarad starts the conversation talking about his growing up in the scouts and how that really shaped his love for the outdoors. From there the guys get into waterfowl hunting in the northeast and how it differs from some other parts of the country, as well as the unique opportunities hunters have there hunting some big water. Jarad has reached a point in his life where hunting has taken on a new meaning and where he really gets his joy is seeing other people be successful, whether that's shooting their first duck or completing their 41. This is a great conversation from start to finish and if you're interested in a northeast waterfowl hunt, be sure and give Jarad a call. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On today's episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast we have a great guest, Rendell Erik. We'll be diving into the finer details of his public land Iowa hunt from this year, where he shot a giant, which is also a becoming a fairly regular occurrence for him it seems. One thing that becomes very apparent is the attention to detail for all of the little things, like access, wind, thermal pull, picking the right tree in the right spot the first time in, figuring out what the hottest food source was that current day, being able to stay hidden with deer going through. It's pretty clear that the thought processes and attention to detail, along with knowing what things are truly important and which aren't, are what really helps drive his annual success.  DIY Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

Us southern fellers like to wear a chip on our shoulder when it comes to deer hunting. You've probably heard, "If you can kill a buck in ______, you can kill one anywhere". Well sometimes you just need a big ol slice of humble pie, and that's what we got! Scooter Barnwell of South Carolina joins the show this week to recap the recent trip to Kentucky to hunt big woods bucks in the pre-rut. Out of about 15 guys in camp, not one tag was filled. We're talking about a camp that has some of the best public land whitetail hunters we know. It was a huge struggle! However, Scooter was in the top percentage of hunters in camp in his buck encounters. We just wanted to pick his brain on how he was breaking down areas during a time when bucks just aren't as daylight active as they will be the first week of November. We talk about big sign (scrapes and rubs), how deer used the topography, and what food sources they seemed to be keyed in on. Ultimately we came back licking our wounds, but what good would it do us to not try to learn something while we were there? 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.

In this episode of theHow To Hunt Deer Podcast, Dan talks with long time outdoor writer and big time deer hunter Scott Bestul about how to successfully hunt the whitetail deer rut. Scott talks about taking everything that you have learned and tun that in to a plan. The guys discuss locating hunting locations based off of food sources, how to hunt specific terrain features, and locating the local doe group in order to get a reading on where the bucks might be. Lastly, Scott and Dan talk about what to do if you fail. Missing a shot or wounding an animal could put you in a bad mental state, but don't worry it happens to everyone. Listen close, because what you hear in this episode could help you find success in the next couple weeks.  How To Hunt Deer is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of Huntavore. Nick steps into some deep thoughts. Do Sportsmen have a responsibility to salvage roadkill? He gives some explanation and his own opinion on the question. He also switches gears and jumps into his archery doe celebration meal, venison tenderloin tartare. How this preparation brought some excitement to an already celebratory meal. Roadkill Responsibilities: A week or so ago, Nick was tipped off to a killed button buck near the family farm. Without hesitation, he picked it up, gutted the animal, and hung it up to age appropriately. While most people who know Nick were not surprised by this action, a few folks raised eyebrows, and concern. “Why do you need to pick up roadkill?” While it is basically a free veni grab, it also hits home to the relationship I have with these deer. I put these animals in high esteem, and to see their end at the hands of humans who after the collision, leave the deer to waste away, saddens me. Nick’s personal belief of these deer is that they are a beautiful example of creation. Their existence with us doesn't deserve to be cast aside and a mere inconvenience to us. Nick pledges to himself to try and salvage what is wholesome and bring some sort of homage to this animal. Celebration Meal, Venison Tenderloin Tartare: A working definition of a celebration meal could be; a meal made for or by a successful hunter, that celebrates the hunt and usually involves the first taste of that particular animal. A few choices that are popular are organs like heart or liver, backstrap, and tenderloin. The route that Nick went on his own celebration meal was tenderloin, but with it also being served raw (say what?!?) In making a raw tartare some preparation specifics need to be taken. Meat has to be fresh and cold, and served immediately after being prepared. First an aioli has to be whipped up. The base contains; sherry vinegar, ground mustard, egg yolks, salt, and drizzle in olive oil to emulsify. When it gets to the desired thickness. Fold in; capers, chopped parsley, pepper, and hand chopped tenderloin. Dress with egg yolk and toasted french bread. Tappecue Meat Probes Instagram: @tappecue Website: https://bit.ly/2NIr0Xj Coupon Code 10% off: HUNT10  Huntavore is Powered by Simplecast

How many times have you heard someone say that the rut was, or will be, early or later than normal this year? If the rut truly is different every year, then why are fawns born the same time every spring? The truth is, whitetail does are bred relatively the same time each and every year, regardless of moon phase, weather pattern, or how much hunting pressure is in your area. So, when you hear someone say the rut timing was off, what that person is really referring to is observing a chasing, or rutting behavior during daylight hours. In this episode, we will discuss the context behind some common sayings during the rut, which hopefully will help you determine the best time to be in the stand. Did you request your time off for a “rut-cation”? Or what may even be a better question, SHOULD you request time off of work for the rut? In short, the answer is more then likely “yes”. But how many times have you taken a week off of work in November that turned into a dud? Usually, the lack of activity is caused by inclement weather that may reduce overall deer sightings. Just because some phase of the rut is occurring, doesn’t mean it’s the correct day to be on stand. We will discuss stand strategy, and how to slant time off towards favorable hunting conditions one day at a time, instead of putting all your eggs into one basket during a favored historical timeframe. Pennsylvania Woodsman is Powered By Simplecast

To round out Conservation Month, Marcus welcomes in Keith Balfourd of the Wild Sheep Foundation. The guys kick things off talking about Keith's background and how he ended up making a career in the conservation world. From there, they take a deep dive into all things sheep and how the WSF is helping raise money to fund research, reintroduce new herds into areas where sheep once existed and how they are reviving a once diminishing sheep population. If you're interested in learning more or joining the WSF, be sure and check them out at www.wildsheepfoundation.org. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

In this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett discusses clothing. Instead of talking about layering philosophy or how to stay warm on stand, Garrett goes into more detail about very specific garments that he's been using new in 2021. These reviews include likes, dislikes, and the best times and areas for application. Clothing discussed in the review include almost all of the new offerings from Thlete, the Savanna and Windbrace sets from Scentlok, the IWOM XT, the new Sitka Incinerator bibs, and even a couple of new boots. DIY Sportsman is powered by Simple Cast.

As Conservation month rolls on, this week, Marcus welcomes in White Fosburgh. Whit is the President and CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership. The guys cover a variety of topics in the field of conservation including how the landscape has changed over the last decade as well as where things are heading in the future. Growing up in upstate New York, Whit always knew he wanted to work in the outdoor space and almost three decades later, there is no question that Whit has left his mark in the conservation world. If you would like to learn more about the TRCP, check out trcp.org. The Average Conservationist is powered by Simple Cast.

On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan is joined by Garrett Prahl of the DIY Sportsman to talk about cold weather hunting equipment. Dan and Garrett get in to an in-depth discussion about the clothing that they wear during the coldest temperatures of the hunting seasons. The guys talk about everything from base layers and insulation layers to boots, socks stocking caps, and even gloves. If you're the guy or gal who freezes your butt off every hunting season, this may be the episode for you.  Hunting Gear Podcast is Powered by Simplecast

This week on SGH we're talking with Land Smathers from Mississippi. Land is a very successful public land hunter and rarely ever leaves the ground to do it. Hunting from the ground has some challenges that we hope Land can help us overcome, however, he also talks about the many benefits that you get from not hunting from an elevated position. We get it. Sometimes being elevated is necessary. We're die hard saddle hunters and will not be changing that aspect in the near future, but when you open up to the possibility of hunting without carrying in all of the gear associated with climbing...well you've walked into the apex of mobile hunting. As Land mentions, ground hunting is a "tale as old as time". From the dawn of creation, hunters have been killing animals without being in a tree. Hopefully this episode will broaden your horizon and open up new realms of possibilities for getting on public land bucks wherever you may be. 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 Huntavore, Nick was able to take a healthy sized doe in the early part of October. Now the preparation comes into play. Nick sits down with Paul Phodes, author and creator of Sizzlin Arrow. Together talk about the things you will need for an effective field kit, the skilled art of field dressing, and to embrace this powerful moment with your harvest. No need to skip corners here. The guys also touch on some cut up and preservation ideas that will have you making some notes before getting your harvest. All this and more on the next episode of Huntavore. Paul Rhodes, creator of Sizzlin Arrow, is an advocate for taking more control of your food. Whether it's making choices on where to source quality farm produce or actually heading to the woods to kill for your own meat. Paul also is involved with talking college students afield to hunt for deer and turkey in his home state of North Carolina. Couldn’t think of a better person to chat with about field dressing. Field dressing is a powerful moment. It's the moment where the once living creature is transformed into a carcass for food. For several reasons folks skim over this process; its gross, its bloody, its intimidating, and not a lot of people have been taught the whole process. Paul walks us through his method. True tip here is using your fingers as guides cutting the underbelly from the inside out. Protecting that gut from knicks and tears. Second would be to get the anus out. Nothing to be worried about cutting inside the pelvic cavity. Run your blade along the pelvic bone, on the inside and it will free the colon enough to pull free. Paul and Nick go back and forth on steps of chilling the carcass, breaking it down into whole muscle or into pre-portioned meals, and how both guys appreciate the vac seal style of bagging the cuts. You can find more about what Paul is up to at: sizzlinarrow.com or @sizzlinarrow on instagram. Tappecue Meat Probes Instagram: @tappecue Website: https://bit.ly/2NIr0Xj Coupon Code 10% off: HUNT10     Huntavore is powered by Simple Cast

For week 2 of Conservation Month on The Average Conservationist Podcast, Marcus welcomes in Nick Green and Ian FitzGerald from Michigan United Conservation Clubs (MUCC). The guys talk about all things Michigan and the outdoors from policy and education to habitat and communication. With a state like Michigan that is steeped in outdoor tradition, the guys get into the role that MUCC plays in helping make that possible year in and year out. While not being a traditional species specific organization, this allows MUCC to get involved in any and everything that relates to Michigan wildlife and habitat. Even if you're not from Michigan, this conversation gives you a glimpse of what many of these conservation organizations do on a regular basis for wildlife. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan talks with Lucas Johnson of Covert Scouting Cameras about the all things trail cameras. Dan and Lucas discuss the evolution of trail cameras and why they are a source of both so much love and hate. The guys discuss everything from tips and tricks for getting the best out of you r trail cameras, troubleshooting tips if the camera isn't working properly, as well as a conversation about knowing what functionality you need for your given strategy. Lucas also talks about Covert specifically. He explains their 2 year warranty, innovation, where their trailcameras are manufactured, and breaks down their lineup. Lastly, Lucas explains why any serious hunters should pick up a covert. Hunting Gear Podcast is Powered by Simplecast

On the Southern Ground Hunting podcast we really want to be an example of applying tactics that we have heard from our guests and sharing the outcomes. This season will be no different. We're going to be bi-weekly sharing our experiences in the woods through February, largely based on the things we have talked to our guests about. This week, Parker and Drew share their stories of the arrows that have been tossed over the last couple of weeks. Parker has been able to kill a couple of does, and Drew was robbed by an unforeseen branch. That being said, they put the tactics talked about by Dave Owens and Warren Womack in previous episodes and it worked! Listen up! We believe that podcasts like this one really can help you be more successful in the woods. We seriously think that if you will evaluate and adapt our guest's information & our experiences to your hunting situation, it can make you better and find success yourself. 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 SGH is powered by Simple Cast.

Over the last couple hunting season twin brothers Nate and Tom Krick of the YouTube Channel Identical Draw have dedicate a lot of time mentoring new hunters all over the country. On this episode of the How To Hunt Deer Podcast, Dan talks with experienced hunting mentor Nate Krick about what he learned as a mentor and common questions he was asked by his mentees. We discuss everything from walking in to the woods and looking for fresh sign, to missing the shot and field dressing your deer. This is a really good episode where a lot of topics are covered. Enjoy! How To Hunt Deer Podcast 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

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

On this episodes of the Hunting Gear Podcast is all about hunting rifles with special guest Ryan Muckenhirn of Vortex Optics. Dan admittedly knows nothing about firearms and that is why Ryan is on the show. Ryan breaks down a variety of different hunting scenarios and what rifle might be the best option for everyone from a beginner hunter to a more experienced marksman. Ryan talks about everything from caliber, ammunition, bolt action vs. lever action, and much more. Lastly, being an employee the guys also get in to a conversation about what rifle scope you might want to pair with your hunting rifle. Tons of great information in this episode, grab a notepad. Hunting Gear Podcast is Powered by Simplecast

This week on SGH we're talking with our friend, Mr. Pinhoti himself, Dave Owens. Dave scored on a really nice public land buck in Kentucky recently, and he's going to break down the process of what led him to success. Heads up... it's super basic, and basic is good! Dave shares with us some of the things he's learned about chasing big bucks and it's a lot simpler than you might think. While most people know Dave for his turkey hunting ventures, he's also an extremely consistent and accomplished deer hunter. He's going to go over several things that seem to always be a contributing factor in his success.  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 SGH is powered by Simple Cast.

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

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.

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.

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.

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 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

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 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.