Backwoods Bowhunter
181 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago -A couple of backwoods good ole boys, Tim and Mike, coming at you from the Whiskey and Whitetails podcast studio. Follow along as we describe the ups and downs of a Whitetail hunting season sharing those experiences with you the listener. Raw and honest! If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then you might have come to the right place. We do not take ourselves too seriously. Our style is for you to feel like you are sitting around the campfire with your buddies, tossin' back some cold beers, talking bowhunting, telling false stories and whatever else may come to mind. Most importantly, we want to share our passion for archery and the thrill of the hunt. You can find Backwoods Bowhunter at backwoodsbowhunter.com and on the socials @backwoodsbowhunterpodcast.
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Mike Tags a Solid Buck Between 150 and 160 Inches
November 12, 2021 15:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Mike is back from his hunting trip up north. He had a successful hunt killing a very solid Buck. We are guessing it will score in the 150" - 160" range. This deer was never captured on the properties trail cameras. Mike's 12 year old son tags his second deer of the season. Tim had some fun hunts, but still nothing to show for it other than the stories that unfolded. Tim closes out on his thoughts about Mediacom internet and Mike closes out on his disgust with cro...
Mike's Son Kills His First Deer! / Hunting Near Scrapes and Suggestions on How to Make a Mock Scrape
November 05, 2021 18:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MBSend us a Text Message. Mike's son Jimmy kills his first whitetail deer. That's a successful hunting season regardless of what happens from here. Congrats young man! Tim's Redneck Blind finally showed up. Now the decision has to be made to put it out now or just wait for the 2022 season. We're talking scrapes. Hunting near active scrapes. Some of the myths surrounding scrapes. And suggestions on how to make a mock scrape. As always, get your kids outdoors! Take em hunting and fishing e...
What Defines a Shooter Buck / Deer Management and Keeping Quality Bucks / Spypoint Cameras
October 29, 2021 14:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBSend us a Text Message. We have a lengthy discussion on quality deer management and the factors that go with it. Small parcels vs large parcels, kids hunts, unique character, bad genetics, and most importantly if it makes you the hunter happy. Our experiences with Spypoint cameras thus far. Tim was interviewed for the Central Illinois Outdoors radio show. Check that out on the upcoming episode airing October 30th. A listener wants to know if it is ok to shoot a doe who is with her faw...
The Drury Buck. A 216 Inch Giant. What we think about the Weekend Warrior Shotgun Hunters.
October 24, 2021 22:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBSend us a Text Message. We opened the show talking about and watching the Drury Buck hunt as we recorded. Mark Drury with Drury Outdoors dropped this 216 5/8 Whitetail in Iowa just days before we recorded. Drury nicknamed the buck Disappearing Act. It's a cool story and you can find the video on YouTube. Tim & Mike's hunting seasons are off to a slow start. Mike took a shot at and missed a Doe. Tim watched a young 6 point semi chasing around some does out in the field. Tim received his n...
Stolen Treestands. Buying Hunting Ground. Tim's New Outdoor Kitchen.
October 17, 2021 21:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBSend us a Text Message. As always, we are coming at you in the heart of backwoods country from the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast studio/bar in good ole Southern Illinois. Tim tells the story of how his treestand was stolen/mistakenly taken. Tim is looking to buy some hunting property if the price is right. After all, he is a cheap ass! Mike has never hoovered schneef...... Or seen Letterkenny! (Good ole Canadian humor) Tim got his new stainless outdoor kitchen and it is bad ass! Contac...
Stolen Treestands. Buying Hunting Ground. Tim's New Outdoor Kitchen.
October 17, 2021 21:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBAs always, we are coming at you in the heart of backwoods country from the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast studio/bar in good ole Southern Illinois. Tim tells the story of how his treestand was stolen/mistakenly taken. Tim is looking to buy some hunting property if the price is right. After all, he is a cheap ass! Mike has never hoovered schneef...... Or seen Letterkenny! (Good ole Canadian humor) Tim got his new stainless outdoor kitchen and it is bad ass! Contact Backwoods Bowhunter We...
New Show Name. Same Two Backwoods Hosts.
October 11, 2021 00:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBSend us a Text Message. As always before, we are coming at you from the podcast studio in heart of big buck country right here in southern Illinois. We started our Blueline Badass of the week nominations. This is our opportunity to give a shout out to our front line law enforcement officer's out there doing the job every day. We respect and honor you! We answer a couple of questions out of the email inbox. One of which was about scent control with our hunting clothing and how we go about...
New Show Name. Same Two Backwoods Hosts.
October 11, 2021 00:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBAs always before, we are coming at you from the podcast studio in heart of big buck country right here in southern Illinois. We started our Blueline Badass of the week nominations. This is our opportunity to give a shout out to our front line law enforcement officer's out there doing the job every day. We respect and honor you! We answer a couple of questions out of the email inbox. One of which was about scent control with our hunting clothing and how we go about maintaining that. Mik...
It's opening day in Illinois. Nuff said!
October 01, 2021 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBSend us a Text Message. When this episode goes live, it will be opening day in Illinois. As I said last year, it should be a holiday and kids should be excused from school. Mike reports on the return of Hunting and Fishing Days of Southern Illinois. Tim drops some hints on his new Garmin bow sight coming soon. Lastly, we are transitioning from Season 1 to Season 2. With that is coming a name change. The Illinois Bowhunter Podcast will become the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. We are sup...
1st day of fall means that much closer to bow season. Derek Settle of Kentucky is a douche!
September 29, 2021 23:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBSend us a Text Message. It is the first day of fall as we record this episode. That means hunting season is inching closer. Tim, a Hoyt shooter, really would like to get his hands on the new Hoyt Ventum. We read the Field and Stream article about the alleged crossbow stalk, possible record deer, harvested in Kentucky. Derek Settle of Henderson County, Kentucky reported to Field and Stream that he had stalked a whitetail buck to 12 yards before making the kill with his crossbow. Not any ...
1st day of fall means that much closer to bow season. Derek Settle of Kentucky is a douche!
September 29, 2021 23:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBIt is the first day of fall as we record this episode. That means hunting season is inching closer. Tim, a Hoyt shooter, really would like to get his hands on the new Hoyt Ventum. We read the Field and Stream article about the alleged crossbow stalk, possible record deer, harvested in Kentucky. Derek Settle of Henderson County, Kentucky reported to Field and Stream that he had stalked a whitetail buck to 12 yards before making the kill with his crossbow. Not any whitetail buck, but a 57 ...
Two weeks before bow season begins. We can't wait!
September 22, 2021 22:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBOnly two weeks before the Illinois bow season begins. Final preparations are being made. Mike explores the idea of doing some teal hunting. Why not.... Tim sets his BBQ grill on fire trying to cooks some ribeye steaks. What a week! Contact Backwoods Bowhunter Website: backwoodsbowhunter.com Facebook: @backwoodsbowhunterpodcast Instagram: @backwoodsbowhunterpodcast Twitter: @BWBHPodcast Email: [email protected] Thanks for listening!
Two weeks before bow season begins. We can't wait!
September 22, 2021 22:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Only two weeks before the Illinois bow season begins. Final preparations are being made. Mike explores the idea of doing some teal hunting. Why not.... Tim sets his BBQ grill on fire trying to cooks some ribeye steaks. What a week! Contact Backwoods Bowhunter Website & Merch: backwoodsbowhunter.com Facebook: @backwoodsbowhunterpodcast Our FB Community Page: Major League Bowhunting Instagram: @backwoodsbowhunterpodcast Twitter: @BWBHPodcast Email: backwoodsbowhunter...
Final preparations for the 2021 bow season
September 21, 2021 01:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Tim and Mike discuss their final preparations for the upcoming bow season. Mike refuses to share his deer jerky recipe. Tim complains that his new Redneck blind still has another 4-5 weeks shipping time before delivery. Mike's son challenges Tim to a rib cooking competition. As usual, some bowhunting content and a whole lot of BS'ing. Contact Backwoods Bowhunter Website & Merch: backwoodsbowhunter.com Facebook: @backwoodsbowhunterpodcast Our FB Community Page: Ma...
New hunting gear for 2021. The chili eating debate.
September 11, 2021 22:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode, Tim and Mike discuss the new products they acquired for the 2021/2022 archery hunting season. Mike purchased some new Nomad apparel and a 3D ground blind. Tim purchased a new Redneck Blind. Be on the lookout for Mike's new urine product line. It is called Edgin in heat. Hitting store shelves soon. The chili debate! Do you only eat chili in the colder weather or is it a year round food? Tim says it is an all year round food. We checked in with what ...
Single Pin vs. Multi Pin Bow Sights. How the Food Plots are Doing.
September 03, 2021 16:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode, we talk about our preferences in bow sights. Single pin and multi pin sights both have their advantages and disadvantages. It basically comes down to personal preference and what environments you are hunting in. We discuss our food plots and how they are doing. Throw and Grow and Whitetail Institute are the brands we prefer. Opening Day is getting closer! Are you ready?! Contact Backwoods Bowhunter Website & Merch: backwoodsbowhunter.com Faceb...
6 weeks until opening day! We talk about CWD and what signs to look for as you begin your fall hunting season.
August 18, 2021 22:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBSend us a Text Message. CWD (Chronic Wasting Disease) and the fatal effect on deer, elk and moose. CWD has been detected in 25 states including Illinois. CWD was first observed in the wild in 1981. CWD in its simplest terms means - a contagious disease that causes brain damage in the animal. Tim shares his personal story of a CWD infected deer on his property. Be aware of the signs and symptoms of CWD and know what to look for as we approach this 2021 deer hunting season. illinoisbowh...
Mike's Covid Battle. This year's Whitetails Unlimited Banquet.
August 08, 2021 18:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBSend us a Text Message. After a summer of craziness, we finally hit the record button again. Mike talks about his struggles with Covid 19, we talk a little baseball, and discuss our thoughts about the annual Whitetails Unlimited Banquet. If you're not already, start shooting your bow and get those food plots in the ground. www.illinoisbowhunter.com Contact Backwoods Bowhunter Website & Merch: backwoodsbowhunter.com Facebook: @backwoodsbowhunterpodcast Our FB Community Page: Major Leag...
The Zebco 33 Shines!
April 16, 2021 22:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Not too much going on with a bowhunting podcast in the middle of April. Mike brought his Zebco 33 over to Tim's pond and schooled his son on catching fish who was using his high dollar baitcaster. For the record, Tim still believes in the baitcaster no matter the results on this given day. Tim had a wacko day and had to vent it out on the podcast. Again, it's not bow season. What else we gonna do? Contact Backwoods Bowhunter Website & Merch: backwoodsbowhunter....
The Zebco 33 Shines!
April 16, 2021 22:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBNot too much going on with a bowhunting podcast in the middle of April. Mike brought his Zebco 33 over to Tim's pond and schooled his son on catching fish who was using his high dollar baitcaster. For the record, Tim still believes in the baitcaster no matter the results on this given day. Tim had a wacko day and had to vent it out on the podcast. Again, it's not bow season. What else we gonna do? Contact Backwoods Bowhunter Website: backwoodsbowhunter.com Facebook: @backwoodsbowhunter...
It's Crappie Season! Mike uses a Zebco 33..... What?
April 14, 2021 17:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBSend us a Text Message. It's crappie fishing season. A lot of rain has created high muddy waters, which has slowed down the bite. We have a little fun with Mike's son about the video that surfaced of his first time field dressing a deer. Mike fishes with a Zebco 33. Not kidding! Happy Easter! illinoisbowhunter.com Contact Backwoods Bowhunter Website & Merch: backwoodsbowhunter.com Facebook: @backwoodsbowhunterpodcast Our FB Community Page: Major League Bowhunting Instagram: @backwoo...
Suggestions for Outfitting a New Bowhunter. It's Crappie Fishing Season!
March 26, 2021 16:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Tim and Mike talk about what essential accessories and tools are needed to outfit a new bowhunter and get him or her in the woods. We also have a secondary list of items that aren't as crucial for the beginner. After all, bowhunting can be expensive. It's crappie fishing season. Time to hit the water! The first 5 listeners to email [email protected] with their shirt size will receive a free Illinois Bowhunter t-shirt. illinoisbowhunter.com Contact Backwo...
New 3D Archery Facility at Rend Lake
March 24, 2021 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBSend us a Text Message. There is a brand new 3D Archery Complex at Rend Lake. Mike had the opportunity to visit and speak with the designer. The North Marcum Archery Complex is set to have their grand opening in April, 2021. This is a great addition to Southern Illinois. We got to fry up some of Mike's deer bacon and it was very good. A couple of tree stand stories and more. illinoisbowhunter.com Contact Backwoods Bowhunter Website & Merch: backwoodsbowhunter.com Facebook: @backwoodsbowhu...
No Hunting, No Fishing, so We're BS'ing
March 08, 2021 21:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBSend us a Text Message. We are caught in between the deer hunting season and the turkey hunting season. And since we just came out of a cold snap where some of our waters were froze over, we haven't begun to start catching crappie just yet. Therefore, we are doing a lot of general BS in this episode. We share a couple of humorous hunting stories, our preferred way to cook and eat a turkey and then there is always the cajun bacon. illinoisbowhunter.com Contact Backwoods Bowhunter Website ...
Scent Control, Trail Cameras and a lot of General Nonsense
March 03, 2021 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MBSend us a Text Message. We missed two weeks due to the winter storm that hit Southern Illinois. It felt good just to hit record again. We talk a lot of general nonsense including how we like to do a good ole' fish fry. However, we do talk scent control and our favorite trail cameras. Did somebody say fish fry? illinoisbowhunter.com Contact Backwoods Bowhunter Website & Merch: backwoodsbowhunter.com Facebook: @backwoodsbowhunterpodcast Our FB Community Page: Major League Bowhunting Instagr...
Mechanical broadheads or fixed blade broadheads. We discuss the pros and cons.
February 03, 2021 22:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBSend us a Text Message. In this episode, we discuss our personal experiences with broadheads. Both mechanical and fixed bladed. We both prefer mechanical, but give the pluses and minuses for both. Tim shares his apple bacon wrapped venison tenderloin. illinoisbowhunter.com Contact Backwoods Bowhunter Website & Merch: backwoodsbowhunter.com Facebook: @backwoodsbowhunterpodcast Our FB Community Page: Major League Bowhunting Instagram: @backwoodsbowhunterpodcast Twitter: @BWBHPodcast Email: ...
Thoughts on Public Land Hunting. I Share our Venison Stew Recipe. Let's Get Nocked N' Loaded.
January 31, 2021 18:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBSend us a Text Message. It's 35 weeks until opening day! Tim and Mike discuss some of the pluses and minuses of public land hunting. In our Get Yer Eat On segment, Tim shares his wife's Venison Stew recipe. Plans are being made for our Nocked N' Loaded 2021 gathering. It is an Illinois Bowhunter Membership only event so make sure you get your annual IBH membership. Our new Full Draw segment was fun and gave some topics for upcoming shows. illinoisbowhunter.com Contact Backwoods Bowhunter ...
Thoughts on Public Land Hunting. I Share our Venison Stew Recipe. Let's Get Nocked N' Loaded.
January 31, 2021 18:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBIt's 35 weeks until opening day! Tim and Mike discuss some of the pluses and minuses of public land hunting. In our Get Yer Eat On segment, Tim shares his wife's Venison Stew recipe. Plans are being made for our Nocked N' Loaded 2021 gathering. It is an Illinois Bowhunter Membership only event so make sure you get your annual IBH membership. Our new Full Draw segment was fun and gave some topics for upcoming shows. illinoisbowhunter.com Contact Backwoods Bowhunter Website: backwoodsbowhun...
Hunting Season in Review and Centerpoint Crossbow Review
January 30, 2021 01:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBSend us a Text Message. The 2020 hunting season has came to a close. We discuss the hunting season in review. It was a weird warm hunting season, but what wasn't weird about 2020? I talk about my hunt with my daughter. It was one of my favorite all time hunts without putting a deer on the ground. The thrill of the hunt also requires a good ethical bow kill. It just simply wasn't there. We also review the Centerpoint Archery Heat 415 crossbow. We have several likes and dislikes, but overall ...
Is Feral Hog Hunting Coming to Illinois?
January 27, 2021 22:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBSend us a Text Message. BACON...Is feral hog hunting coming to Illinois? The Illinois Department of Natural Resources will probably tell you no. There are feral hogs in Illinois. IDNR identified a hog population in the Lusk Creek Wilderness Area of the Shawnee National Forest this past spring and went in to eradicate them. Feral Swine does 1.5 billion dollars worth of damage annually across the country and it requires a 70% decrease in their population annually to control them. Did I mentio...
Whitetail deer senses and the reason they are most active in the morning and evening
January 20, 2021 15:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Our first episode was recorded on a bittersweet day. It was a day that the IBH team was suppose to arrive at ATA 2021 (Archery Trade Association). Hosts Tim Jarvis and Mike Edgin give an update on their hunting season. Our weather this season was warmer than normal. We get into deer senses, how their vision differs from ours, their movement patterns and the misconceptions surrounding their movement in the morning and evening. We even use a couple of big words. Don't ...