Sportsmen's Nation - For The Die-hard Sportsman

The boys are back together!  Co-host Dustin, and Public Land Warrior, Brock join Nick for a summer catch up.  They talk about archery set up and summer projects getting ready for the fast upcoming Whitetail season in Michigan.  Nick is sticking with his setup from last year that proved to be very effective.  “If it ain't broke, don’t fix it”.  Brock added a new sight to the mix as he and Dustin are headed to South Dakota in early October.  Which has made Dustin get a new vertical bow for the trip.  When asked about the Crossbow, he was adamant about it being used here in Michigan. Attention turns to walkthrough of what they are going to do after the shot.  So much attention is given to the practice, scouting, and hunting prep (which it should), but here at the Huntavore we wanted to make sure folks were thinking about when the work really begins.  Each hunter provides a bit of  their own unique situation, and their personal approach to: field dressing, hanging and aging, Butchering and Processor relations, CW

On this week's episode, Nate, Micah, and our guest host Russell Ryun make a trip down to Nixa, MO and sit down with Black Widow Bows to talk about traditional bows.  Toby and Myles Essick break down how people who might be interested in traditional archery should look into it.  We discuss topics like a good average draw weight, the differences between longbows and recurves, a one piece versus a takedown, different aiming techniques, and effective ranges.   Black Widow also has a cool demo program that Toby explains to the listener that is a great option for someone that knows they want to get into traditional bows.  We also get into the different models Black Widow has and the differences between them. We'd like to thank Toby and Myles Essick for spending time with us and our buddy Russell Ryun for making his guest hosting debut on a really fun episode!   Show Links: Black Widow Bows Website -   https://www.blackwidowbows.com/ Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/BlackWidowBows Instagram Page - https://ww

During this week's podcast, Matt and Frank discuss one of the largest and overlooked  fundamental aspects of land management, location! Your specific region matters. The east is not the west and the north is not the south. Despite bobwhite quail living in all of these regions and despite it being the same animal you are managing for, the management will be different!  The region you live in and manage is likely the second largest factor when it comes to management decisions. The first being, what species you will be managing for, but second is your location in that species range. Social media has connected people and brought to light some good and bad techniques over the years. However, the connection of people has often led to many practices being mis-used. Things that work in the north for deer, many not work or be even remotely necessary for those in the south. It is imperative to know your location, soils, rainfall, temperature, growing degree days, first and last frost dates.  We encourage you to downloa

Are you ready for fall like we are? Ready or not here it comes. During this week's podcast we discuss how fall food plots actually work. We start at the basis with the understanding of how seeds germinate. Germination of seeds starts when adequate moisture is available, yet, most food plots start off with a practice of removing all the soil moisture, like discing.  In addition, after discussing how to get the most out of your food plot planting, we dive into soil improvement techniques. The phrase "I'm building soil" is often misused and misunderstood. So we discuss in detail the 5 principles of building soil health. These principles should not be confused or deviated from as they simply work with mother nature. Building soil does not happen overnight, the process is complex and the solution will be as well. Monocultures are not the solution. Be sure to hear us out on this topic. It's a hot button item, but simply science should be applied to understand how the soil should be improved. Be sure to share with o

It has been a long week for some of us, just waiting for part 2 of our conversation with Bobby Worthington. In part 1, Bobby shared with us the three things that he believes are the most important to killing a mature buck: 1) Hunt him during the rut. 2) Finding the perfect tree. 3) Persistence. He went into depth about how to effectively hunt your target buck during the rut.  This week we're diving deep into number two, Stand placement. Bobby shares with us his strategy of finding and hunting funnels during the rut, but not just any funnel. We'll talk in depth about the sign that he is looking for surrounding each funnel, and why he chooses that specific spot out of all others. Bobby also talks in depth about the types of rubs and scrapes he's looking for, and even how, why, and where he's going to most likely put a mock scrape in his shooting window. Just when you thought he couldn't get any better, sure enough, he does it again. Thanks for listening!    Southern Ground Hunting is powered by Simple Cast. Lea

On this week's episode Marcus sits down with Cindy Stites of Indiana. Cindy started on her journey into conservation eight years ago and hasn't looked back. Cindy spends a lot of time with national organizations, but more importantly is giving back at a local level with 4H shooting sports and as a hunter education instructor. The difference that Cindy is making across the board of hunting and conservation is truly inspiring. This is a great conversation that you're going to want to hear.   Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode we're talking land management with Matt Dye and Adam Keith from Land & Legacy.  Matt and Adam are land management consultants and we start out this podcast by walking a piece of property with them in the Ozarks to get a glimpse of what a consultation would look like.   These guys have a wealth of knowledge about both native and non-native plants which allows them to help landowners see the full potential of their property that aligns with their personal goals.  We also dive into some of the methods they suggest implementing.  This is both a fun and informative podcast with our buddies Matt and Adam.  Enjoy!   Bear Hunting Magazine is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode happened because I had a scheduled guest back out. So, I went to Instagram and asked if anyone wanted to podcast. Garrett Johnson of Minnesota was the first to respond, so I gave him a call to B.S. Enjoy!   Nine Finger Chronicles is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the show we discuss The Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Act (more commonly known as the Pittman-Robertson act).  Due to some of the grocery store shortages recently, there might be people deciding to get into hunting or people getting back into hunting.  Because of that, we thought it would be a good time to dive into the details of the Pittman-Robertson Act.  We discuss the history of the act and how and why it was originated.  We also discuss exactly what products are taxed as a result, how the money is distributed, and how the money is allowed to be spent.   Ohio Huntsman is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We would be hypocritical if we didn't implement cooperatives in our region. These cooperatives are wide ranging in the structure, some will be very organized while others will be fresh and new. However, the important thing is they will be started and communication can begin between landowners.  This week we have two interviews during the podcast, one with Matt Dye and Seth Harker who was before his time and started working with neighbors to improve the overall neighborhood he leased ground in. Although not all jumped on board right out of the gate, his region is now seeing some incredible results, routinely harvesting multiple 150" class whitetails yearly and countless turkeys. In comparison, Adam and Chad discuss how they plan to begin a cooperative around the Prairie Hollow property. At this time the neighborhood is full of hunters, but very little communication between the groups. In time, with open dialogue, this too will be a region to watch wildlife and habitat be improved.  This week is full of wildlif

Here it is! Finally the wait is over, after a few years of development, Hunter Pruitt the founder of the National Wildlife Cooperative is ready to release his baby. We are thrilled to be a part of the launch of this project. If you are a landowner or lease ground, turn your ears all the way up, this podcast and organization is for you.  Research strongly supports the need for landowners joining forces to work side by side improving the habitat for a wide array of wildlife species. We are not talking about improving properties, we are talking about improving regions! This is an organization for the benefit of the landowner and wildlife, not itself. This grassroots organization puts the value back on the land and landowner, with a focus not just on one animal, but land and wildlife itself, so we can get on board with that! Have you considered starting a wildlife cooperative in your area? Do you know where to begin? Please take time and visit the National Wildlife Cooperative website. Read the information provid

Very rarely do you find someone with so much knowledge, it simply leaves you speechless. This week's guest, Bobby Worthington, had our mouths hanging wide open with the amount of knowledge he dropped. Bobby is a lifetime die hard  big buck killer, author, & world champion traditional archer. He is hailed by many as the best deer hunter alive, and some say the best that ever lived. He has had 6 bucks featured in North American Whitetail magazine, most of which were taken on public land in Tennessee. In this two part podcast, Mr. Worthington breaks down the 3 things that he believes are the keys to success for killing the most mature bucks in your area: Hunting him during the rut, Stand Placement, Persistence. Now I'm sure you're probably thinking, "Duh, I've heard all of that before". Well let me tell you, you've never heard it like this. The detail that is discussed in this episode will have you writing so fast, you may have to put out a fire. If there were ever a podcast episode that will have you listening

On this episode of the Iowa Sportsman podcast, Dan is joined by Joel Johnson to have a lighthearted discussion about things that drive sportsmen crazy. The guys kick things off talking about how much they hate squirrels during the hunting season, how mad they get when the forget a piece of hunting gear back at the house or truck, and big buck encounters that went horribly wrong because of overgrown shooting lanes. They also talk about fishing edict, or lack there of, on public water ways, poorly trained bird dogs, and share several funny stories from the field.   Iowa Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This podcast is a recording of a bow hunting discussion that occurred at a recent Tethrd get together near their headquarters of operation in Minnesota. Members at the table were Jon Eberhart, Andy May, Ernie Power, Greg Godfrey, and Jared Shaffer. Plenty of topics were discussed in detail, starting with a chat about archery, going peepless, and realistic practice for hunting season. Greg and Garrett talked about out-of-state preparation, and Andy dove into detail about his updated strategy for his nonresident Iowa hunt, as well as a high country mule deer hunt. Jon Eberhart also gave great insight about what things to look for in plains state habitat to help hunters focus in on the simplier, high probability areas.  Andy and Jon discussed their preseason strategies, from glassing to speed tours. The group all discussed tips that have helped them achieve success along the way. This one is a must listen. This episode is also co-released on the Tethrd Nation podcast, which is another great place to learn about

On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan and Bob get in to a great B.S. Session about their bow and arrow setups. The guys discuss what bow they will be using and the sights and rests that will accommodate them. They break down their arrow setups and talk about topics like total arrow weight, the importance of the proper spine, arrow noise, and FOC.  If you are a gear nut this is a great episode to just kick back and chill to.   Hunting Gear Podcast is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clay Newcomb sits down with Steve Rinella and Janis Putelis of MeatEater in Bozeman, Montana for a rare-form conversation. Most people already know about their hunting styles, gear and stories because of the vast amount of media these two have produced, so we didn't bother talking about it. We talked about how Steve and Janis met and about the stresses along the journey of building MeatEater. Steve talks about what it takes to be successful and how they plan to keep on doing it. They also answer questions like "are you a jerk behind the scenes" and "are you nice to your wife?" Hear it straight from the horses' mouth. Check out this podcast, leave a review on itunes and you can win a bottle of Northwoods Bear Products scent and use the code BHM20 to get $5 off a subscription to Bear Hunting Magazine.    Bear Hunting Magazine is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode Marcus chats with Chad Rischar of Florida. The guys talk about the landscape of conservation as it pertains to Florida along with Chad's job as a project scientist. Chad's job gives him a unique perspective and allows him to take a bit more of an analytical approach to conservation. Whether during his day job or his time volunteering, conservation plays a big role in Chad's everyday life.   Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast Dan is joined by Nicole Qualtieri to discuss her non-traditional entry in to becoming a hunter. Nicole shares with us how she took a job within the hunting industry and at the time was not a hunter and had very little knowledge about hunting at all. Over time her curiosity and passion for the outdoors grew to the point she decided to it was time to give hunting a try. And this is her story, enjoy!   Nine Finger Chronicles is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anyone who spends much time bowhunting knows how much gear you can accumulate over time.  This week we discussed what we each think the most important piece of gear is for a bowhunter is to be successful other than a bow.  As you'll hear in the episode there's no "right" answer to this question so we want to hear from you.  What do you consider to be the most important piece of hunting gear for a bowhunter?   Ohio Huntsman is Powered by Simplecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over the course of several years we have worked closely with Stratton Seed Company to develop many different blends for food plotters across the country. Without fail, we always get the question, what food plot blend should I plant? This broad question leads to many other questions. So this podcast addresses the benefits of each fall annual blend that Stratton Seed company offers. In addition, Keith Hammer of Stratton Seed Company joins us on the line to do the fall food plot blend breakdown.  Two of the top food plot contenders each and every fall is between the Legacy Blend and the Bounty Hunter Blend. Although composed of similar species, these two blends complete different objectives for the food plotter looking into the future. The Legacy Blend is dynamic and offers benefits from fall through the winter and well into early summer with a diverse blend including three different annual clovers. In comparison the Bounty Hunter provides great forage from fall through spring, but times out earlier than the Leg