Sportsmen's Nation - For The Die-hard Sportsman

On this weeks episode of the Oklahoma Outdoors podcast, John tackles the obstacles of effectively killing mature whitetail bucks over bait. Feeders and bait are looked down upon by much of the hunting community, but when done lawfully it can be a great tool to manage one of America's favorite and most abundant game animals. To kill a mature buck over bait, there is a lot more to it than simply throwing a bag of corn on the ground, especially if you are trying to do it with a bow. Tune in to hear tactics, tips, and the strategies to be more consistent with getting big bucks into your bait sights.   Oklahoma Outdoors is Powered by Simplecast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan chats with returning guest TW Norman about how "Placement & Timing" led to his success during the 2020 season. TW explains how putting in the time before, during, and after the seasons on the properties he has access to through scouting, shed hunting, digital mapping, and observation hunts led to him having one of his best seasons. He also talks about how he studied deer movement and how that led him to changing up his food plot locations. Topics also include trail camera strategy, stand and hunting blind locations, and other hunting strategy conversations.   Nine Finger Chronicles is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've all read articles and seen videos about the ways to grow bigger antlers. Often times the conversation revolves around feeding programs, mineral stations, genetics, and the age of the animal. Well, all those may play a small role, what about stress? For many years we have been pondering the idea of how to quantitatively evaluate the stress placed on individual deer within a herd, obviously, we are still searching for that answer, but we have many cases studies where lower stress levels in the population and on the landscape have resulted in huge antler increases.  If you want to learn the forgotten or overlooked variables of growing larger deer, think about how widely spaced the resources are across the landscape. Are deer using more energy than they should access what they need? If so, that's unnecessary stress! In this podcast, we break down the dirty details of antler growth. To learn how to make the most of your landscape to shoot larger deer, consider giving this podcast a listen.    Land & Legacy i

This week we hosted a wonderful event in Northern Missouri with the National Deer Association and OnX Maps. This event we geared to the recreational landowner looking to improve their hunting property. We toured a client's farm who has worked diligently on improving his habitat. This opportunity provided all of the attendees the chance to review some killer habitat projects and learn from someone else's hard work and planning.  The other special opportunity attendees had was the chance to learn, use, and understanding the tool of digital mapping when it came to land management. OnX Maps was used by all attendees to learn how this tool makes land management planning and execution easier. This app is incredible for keeping track of burn units, TSI planning, bedding thicket, invasive species removal, road creation, and much more.  If you are a landowner who is stuck and unsure how to manage your property and reach your goals, give us a call! Become a member of the National Deer Association today.    Land & Legac

On this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett talks to Greg Litzinger, who some of you might also know as the Bowhunting Fiend. Although he's located in the northeast, there are definitely many parallels from things that he sees and posts about compared to what Garrett sees in the upper Midwest. The conversation starts with discussions about scouting, summer plans, and tendencies and challenges faced when trying to hunt various terrain types of public land. Greg located a giant buck close to his home with trail cameras and talked about some of the actions he's putting in place now to try and have a chance at him this fall. Some types of public land seem to get pressured more based on the quantity of social media content describing how to hunt them. Greg and Garrett have both noticed lower pressure in areas that seem harder to pick apart. Later in the episode, Greg talks about technology, the challenges of self filming, and even archery.    DIY Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your a

This week on the podcast Marcus is joined by Andrew Schroeder. Andrew is the co-founder and CEO of 2% Certified Sasquatch Fuel. The guys talk about where the idea for the brand came from and how much work went into actually researching and producing the packaging Sasquatch Fuel comes in. With that research came a package that would breakdown outside without destroying the ecosystem if it were somehow left behind. A company that from the start wanted to be different for all the right reasons, so if you're looking for a new backcountry meal to try, be sure and check them out!   Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're talking with our friend from Tennessee and big buck killer, Matt Powell. Matt is a return guest to the show and a favorite among listeners. Likely because he is one of the most consistent bow hunters we've heard. Year in and year out Matt proves that his success in the whitetail woods is more than just luck. Matt takes bowhunting very seriously and uses precision in every decision he makes when hunting big mature bucks. While most hunters are taking a break from their hunting hobby during the summer, Matt is pursuing his hunting passion and locating potential target bucks to chase during the season. Tennessee differs from much of the south in that there is a decent amount of agriculture, mostly soybean fields, that he can glass during this time of year. While that's a great benefit, Matt also talks about ways you can take advantage of the summer in more wooded areas that makes up so much of the south.    Southern Ground Hunting is powered by Simple Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

In this episode of the Ohio Huntsman Podcast, Jason & Jeff talk about to keep ticks off you and your family while enjoying time outdoors.  They discuss which chemicals are most effective at what concentrations.  The difference between tick insecticide products vs tick repellants.  Is DEET safe to use on your children?  Are other chemicals like permethrin, picaridin, and IR3535 safe to use.  As well as some of the potential side effects of the products on the market.  While there is no one size fits all solution, hopefully this episode will equip you with the information you need to make the best decision for you and your family.   Ohio Huntsman is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of South Dakota Unlimited, CJ talks with the first repeat guest on the podcast, Todd Heitkamp of Dakota Angler. Todd and CJ go over some tips for fishing the sweltering heat we’ve all been experiencing, and Todd gives an explanation about why weather fronts effect the bite and what we can do to optimize the time we have on the water. Head on over and visit them at the store in Sioux Falls or visit them on social media and their website at: Website: dakotaangler.com. Facebook: Dakota Angler Instagram: @dakota_angler   South Dakota Unlimited is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the Missouri Woods & Water Podcast we have Dan Schultz with Cuddeback on to talk about trail cameras.  We get into Dan's hunting background and some general trail camera tips and tactics.  The meat of the show talks about the Cuddelink system, its features and usage, cell versus non cell systems, and alot more.  We also get into the deployment of the Cuddelink system and discuss how important it is to deploy the system correctly.  There is no shortage of information in this podcast. Thanks for listening.    Missouri Woods & Water is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this weeks episode of the Oklahoma Outdoors Podcast, Kyle Bridges joins the show to talk about hunting in the southwest corner of the state. After serving in the Army, Kyle found himself working on a cattle ranch and quickly noticed that no one was hunting the property. Once he gained permission, he set out hunting and chasing one buck in particular that seemed to know just how to avoid him in the brushy undergrowth of the region. Check out this episode to hear more about the hunt and the unique landscape it took place in.   Oklahoma Outdoors is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Huntavore, Nick goes over some of his summer wildgame plans. Taking on a Middle East style of marinade, yogurt based.  Being slightly acidic and yet creamy it offers a great way to impart seasonings along with tenderizing.  Coupled with some homemade flat bread should be a perfect meal for a warm summer's night.  A new addition to his cooking fleet might be a smokeless fire pit that has a searing ring.  Making kabob night a “fondue” style of choosing your own ingredients. Nick also stepped up in the bow department this year.  The ol Quest Forge is on standby and a Prime Black 1 has taken its place.  Since developing his form, Nick can feel the subtle differences in build quality and improvements.  All this to be said that Nick hasn’t put down the bow this year, hoping to make a good showing at the Total Archery Challenge in Boyne, MI. Recently, the JBS meat packing company was hacked by possible Russian cyber criminals.  From what we understand it halted meat production yet was figured out

Pennsylvania is home to more than 83,000 miles of streams, many of which hold respectable native trout populations.  In the past decade, many high rain events have devastated creek channels thus affecting food webs and trout populations.  In addition to weather, there are a number of point and non-point pollution sources that continue to impair cold water streams.  This week we interview fisheries biologist, Clayton Good, who has participated in monitoring “unassisted “streams and patterns of native fish in North Central Pennsylvania. Clayton has spent the last 8 years collecting data with state and private organizations like Trout Unlimited.  In that time his passion for the sport of fishing has only grown!  We tap into a bit of his working career as a fisheries biologist, the hurdles that our streams may be facing, and of course, fishing!  Passion drives persistence and he has not struggled to find a way to land trout with his fly rod, whether it be in stocked creeks or the many mountain tributaries that ho

On this episode of the Iowa Hunt & Fish podcast, Dan is Joined by Returning guest Noel Gandy of Southwest Iowa to talk about how the work they put in during the summer months translates to success in the fall. Noel share information about trimming out and  hanging treestands, his trail camera strategy, habitat and food plot strategy, as well as a conversation about how he like to stay out of his hunting properties as much as possible leading up to the season. Dan and Noel agree that the more time you dedicate to preparing  for the upcoming season, both in and out of the woods, the better. Be sure to subscribe to the Iowa Hunt & Fish podcast on Apple Podcast or wherever you download your podcasts.   Iowa Hunt & Fish is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we chat with outdoor writer Pat Durkin. Pat’s lengthy and diverse career as an outdoor writer has resulted in his work being featured in many Wisconsin newspapers, outdoor magazines, and online outlets such as themeateater.com. If you read about the outdoors in the state of Wisconsin, you’ve probably read something from Pat. In this episode, we talk about how he got his start in outdoor writing, CWD, how politics and hunting mingle, and so much more. You can find more from Pat on his website patrickdurkinoutdoors.com.    Wisconsin Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest is a self admitted "turkey guy" who loves to deer hunt. And with turkey season over, the conversation is 90% about deer hunting strategy and planning for the fall. On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan and guest Nathan Adamson of central Illinois get in to a discussion about summer scouting, trail cams, wind and thermals, and just about everything else about bowhunting strategy.    Nine Finger Chronicles is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joining Marcus this week are Courtney and Hunter Howland and they are the owners of 2% Certified, Little Forest Creations. The group talks about the organic way in which the company was started and why they decided to start making wax melts. With the company just launching less than a month ago, they have made the commitment to giving back to wildlife right from the start. Courtney and Hunter have a love for our National Parks and have plans to visit all of them in time, which is why they are donating back to the National Park Foundation. If you're looking for a way to freshen up your home or office, be sure and check them out!   Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the Southern Ground Hunting podcast, we're discussing 5 things that you can do that just might help you have the best deer season yet. Our friend Luke Parker joins the conversation as we break down some of these practices. Parker posed to the folks that follow the Southern Ground instagram. The question: What is something you're doing to make sure this is your best season yet? We got a ton of answers, and today we wanted to discuss and break down some of them. Things like:  Running more cameras Not getting caught up in the "gear frenzy" Finding a buck's core area Summer scouting and much more Southern Ground Hunting is powered by Simple Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you have been looking for a new challenge in your outdoor pursuits and wondering what that may be….. try filming them.  In this episode, the boy’s come together to discuss their success, failures, gear and challenges behind the lens in filming their outdoor adventures.  It may seem mindless and quite easy but try catching a trophy buck or a hook set and just the right moment so you can relive the memory or share with family forever.  Filming a hunt or a fishing trip can be a headache but it doesn’t have to be.  We are here to help you out and save you a ton of money!!!    Michigan Life Outdoors is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the show we had an old fashion round table discussion of products that we believe are either overrated or the flip side of that and don't get enough attention.  The first overrated product was the 450 bushmaster/45-70 Government. Basically, the argument is these larger straight-walled cartridges are just not that superior to the old fashion 12 gauge shotgun and actually can be harmful as they are often "overkill" and cause an enormous amount of damage to the meat and therefore substantial meat loss.  The next overrated product was 3.5" shells for both turkey and waterfowl.  The argument here is that the added cost along with the added recoil just doesn't give you enough added performance benefit to justify their use.  The last overrated product was the 350 legend.  The argument here was the opposite of the overkill argument and we just are not sure that the round delivers sufficient ballistics downrange in a real world scenario to justify it's use over other similar rounds.  Obviously, we are not