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MI Hunting Podcast

127 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratings

Born and raised in Northern Michigan and here to share stories with friends and lessons learned as a hunter in Michigan. An average Michigander with the love for the outdoors. We will discus hunting, gear, tactics, wild forage, fishing, hiking, camping, fur harvest, and much more.

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Ep. 87: Breaking Bad With Matt Witkop

March 18, 2024 14:00 - 2 hours - 168 MB

We all love to deer hunt. But it can be like trying to impress the girl you like that has no interest in you. Sometimes it just doesn't love you back. This episode Matt Witkop joins me to discuss how he goes about turning around a bad deer season. There is a lot we discuss on this one.   Topics Covered: Deer Hunting Regs Background in hunting Past hunting success  Recap 2023 Deer Season Turning around a Bad year Outlook for the 2024 season   Music:  country riff - AM By jimifan  ...

Ep. 86: February Conservation News Desk

March 11, 2024 14:00 - 44 minutes - 60.8 MB

On this episode we head over to the Conservation News Desk to get caught up on some of the news in the outdoor space.    If you have a news story you think should be covered in a future segment sent them to [email protected]  By sure to add Conservation News in the subject line.    Stories Covered: Arctic Grayling reintroduction effort https://www.michiganpublic.org/environment-climate-change/2024-02-12/nearly-2000-arctic-grayling-released-in-three-michigan-lakes-as-part...

Ep. 85: Winter Hunting And Fishing Opportunities

February 12, 2024 15:00 - 32 minutes - 44.6 MB

It has been a bummer year for your normal winter activities for Michigan, but that doesn't mean there are not plenty of options to pursue these winter months. This episode I cover what I plan for these strange winter months. When life hands you lemons, make lemonade.    Topics Covered: Upcoming events Current seasons open for Michigan Fishing Squirrel hunting Coyote Hunting Winter scouting and Habitat work Closing remarks   Music:  country riff - AM By jimifan    NORTHWEST MIC...

Ep. 84: Hunter Profile And Hunting Traditions With Ryan Holczman

February 06, 2024 03:57 - 1 hour - 113 MB

Another fun episode talking hunting traditions and stories. Joining in on this one is Ryan Holczman. Grab a beer and sit back and enjoy.    Topics Covered: First Hunting Memories Hunting Camp Traditions APRs Over The Years Successful Hunting Stories Unsuccessful Hunting Stories  Ice Fishing Woes Duck Hunting Plans   Music:  country riff - AM By jimifan      To keep up with the podcast or to reach out to the show head on over to any of the links below Website: www.mihuntingpod...

Ep. 83: January Conservation News Desk

January 29, 2024 15:00 - 37 minutes - 51.2 MB

On this episode we head over to the Conservation News Desk to get caught up on some of the news in the outdoor space.    If you have a news story you think should be covered in a future segment sent them to [email protected]  By sure to add Conservation News in the subject line.    Stories Covered: Michigan Deer Management Initiative  Link https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/about/newsroom/releases/2024/01/17/dnr-launches-deer-management-initiative-to-tackle-contemporary-challen...

Ep. 82: Hunting Then And Now

January 15, 2024 21:20 - 1 hour - 97.9 MB

Hunting has change a lot over the years and yet parts of it haven't. Joining on this episode is my dad and long time friend Bob Johnson. This is a good old sit down telling hunting stories and discussing hunting in general.    Topics covered in this episode: Hunting Big Mature Bucks Michigan's past of small buck Hunting Controversies  Canadian hunting Bear Hunting Moose attack   Music:  country riff - AM By jimifan      To keep up with the podcast or to reach out to the show he...

Ep. 81: Deer Season Wrap Up

January 08, 2024 11:48 - 52 minutes - 71.7 MB

The 2023 Deer season has come to a close. This year was the season of hard lesson learned. On this episode I breakdown what went well and what went wrong, and how I will take those experiences into the 2024 deer season. Also Highlight current open seasons and up coming local events.   Topics covered in this episode: Late Antlerless Doe Harvest Upcoming Events Current Michigan Hunting and Fishing seasons Deer season recap Areas to improve   Key Events: Lake Ann Brewery Big Buck Nigh...

EP. 80: 12 Days Of Christmas Hunters Edition

December 18, 2023 15:00 - 37 minutes - 51.6 MB

12 days of Christmas hunter Christmas List. I have always said for someone that is a hunter then buying gifts for them should be easy..... Just get them hunting stuff, but if isn't always that easy. I break down 12 good gift ideas for hunters.     We Wish You A Merry Xmas by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/ Music:  Vampire Vamp30 - AM By bhzimmy      To keep up with t...

Ep. 79: Late Season Update And Strategies

December 11, 2023 15:00 - 40 minutes - 56 MB

We are into December and that means the late season. Muzzleloader season has come to a close and it is time to take the bow back to the woods. In this episode I give an update to my hunts over the past couple weeks. Then I break down My strategy for the late season.    Topics covered in this episode: Recap the regular riffle season Muzzleloader deer lost observations in the woods Secondary Rut Keying in on food Access route and ground scent Use of Conquest Scents Evercalm      Mu...

Ep 78: South Dakota Whitetail Hunting

December 04, 2023 06:08 - 1 hour - 132 MB

For the 2023 South Dakota trip Duane is behind the gun looking to harvest a Black Hills whitetail and he made it happen. Gary Draper the man behind the idea to make these trips joins the conversation as we make our way home back to Michigan.   Topics covered in this episode: First hunt in South Dakota Duane's' black hills whitetail Differences between South Dakota and Michigan hunting Looking back at hunting in years past What we love about hunting    Music:  Vampire Vamp30 - AM B...

Ep 78: 2023 South Dakota Trip

December 04, 2023 06:08 - 1 hour - 132 MB

For the 2023 South Dakota trip Duane is behind the gun looking to harvest a Black Hills whitetail and he made it happen. Gary Draper the man behind the idea to make these trips joins the conversation as we make our way home back to Michigan.   Topics covered in this episode: First hunt in South Dakota Duane's' black hills whitetail Differences between South Dakota and Michigan hunting Looking back at hunting in years past What we love about hunting    Music:  Vampire Vamp30 - AM B...

Ep. 77: 2023 Whitetail Rut Update

November 13, 2023 15:00 - 48 minutes - 67 MB

The Whitetail rut can be the best hunting ever or it can feel like the worst. This episode I breakdown the hunts from my 2023 Rut-Cation. Plenty of lessons learned this year.    Topics covered in this episode: Recap hunts from the past week Calling to bucks  Doe Lockdown Changes in deer behavior during the rut   Music:  Vampire Vamp30 - AM By bhzimmy      To keep up with the podcast or to reach out to the show head on over to any of the links below Website: www.mihuntingpodcast....

Ep 76: Aggressive Late October Hunting

October 30, 2023 14:00 - 48 minutes - 66 MB

As I progress as a hunter I am pushing my skills and hunting more aggressive as the season rolls on. Late October is what I believe a great time to push your limits and make bold moves on the buck you are after. It comes with increased risk but also with that higher reward.    Topics covered in this episode: Recap hunts from the past week Hunting a bumped buck shorten the funnel of movement In season scouting   Music:  Vampire Vamp30 - AM By bhzimmy      To keep up with the podca...

Ep. 75: Growing As Hunters

October 23, 2023 08:43 - 1 hour - 98.2 MB

Joining me for this episode is my cousin Corey, as we look back at growing up hunting. Our fathers were instrumental in both of our youths, building strong foundations for a love of hunting. We also look to the future on what will be for the years to come.   Topics covered in this episode: How we started hunting Stories from past years Current hunting outlook Goals for the future   Music:  Vampire Vamp30 - AM By bhzimmy      To keep up with the podcast or to reach out to the show...

Ep 74: Hunting Gear Breakdown

October 16, 2023 04:20 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MB

Having particular hunting gear will not guarantee a you a big buck... but it can help you in that pursuit. This episode I breakdown my hunting gear I will have out in the woods this season.   Topics covered in this episode: Missing a big buck Bow and arrow setup New Camo  Saddle and pack setup last minute comfort items.     Music:  Vampire Vamp30 - AM By bhzimmy    Links to the companies in the episode:   Prime Archery https://www.g5prime.com/   Origin  https://originusa.com/col...

Ep. 73: Early Season Update And Lessons Learned

October 11, 2023 19:33 - 51 minutes - 70.3 MB

The first week of the archery season is behind us and this are just getting better. This episode I break down some of my hunts from the early season. Covering what went well, what went wrong, and how I am using that information going forward.   Topics covered in this episode: Hunting over water  Aggressive moves on observation sits Playing the wind Using intel to make a plan Moving in on fresh sign     Music:  Vampire Vamp30 - AM By bhzimmy    To keep up with the podcast or to ...

Ep. 72: Bow Setup And Hunting Outlook with Bill Freet

October 01, 2023 14:43 - 1 hour - 125 MB

It is the bow opener here in Michigan! Bill Freet joins me for this episode as we discuss the outlook for the early season. Then we do a deep dive on bow setups and tuning.  Topics covered in this episode: Bills background with hunting Early season outlook and strategy  Bow selection and setup Arrow setup and tuning     Music:  Vampire Vamp30 - AM By bhzimmy    To keep up with the podcast or to reach out to the show head on over to any of the links below Website: www.mihuntingpo...

Ep 71: Public Land Scouting Strategies

September 25, 2023 09:11 - 58 minutes - 80.7 MB

Deer season is almost upon us. Time to get in that last minute scouting done. In this episode I break down a few of my hunting areas on what I am looking for when it comes to scouting public land.  Topics covered in this episode: Key in on food  Focus on terrain  Treestand locations Water sources  Pinch points E-Mapping   Music:  Vampire Vamp30 - AM By bhzimmy    To keep up with the podcast or to reach out to the show head on over to any of the links below Website: www.mihuntin...

Ep 70: Daughters First Buck

September 17, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 114 MB

This Episode is a special one. My daughter Keira is the guest of honor as we celebrate her very for buck hunt. Plus the announcement of the release of www.mihuntingpodcast.com Topics Covered on this episode: Release of new website Change to wanting to hunt deer Target practice Firearm safety The Hunt Emotions of the harvest First gut pile Mentorship   Music:  Vampire Vamp30 - AM By bhzimmy    To keep up with the podcast or to reach out to the show head on over to any of the li...

Ep 69: Dog Tracking Breakdown With Scent Hunter Tracking

August 28, 2023 18:29 - 1 hour - 128 MB

Calvin Dennis with Scent Hunter Tracking joins me on this episode breaking down data collected from the 2022 season tracks. Some interesting data when it comes to means of take and the equipment used.  Topics Covered on this episode: What's new with the company Updates to state regulations Breaking down the data Funny dog stories Links: to find a Scenter Hunter Tracking or tracker in your area Facebook Scent Hunter Tracking https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075715553658 Uni...

Ep. 68: Final Prep For Deer Season

August 20, 2023 14:00 - 49 minutes - 67.9 MB

Deer season is quickly approaching and there is always plenty to do before opening day. This episode I cover Items that I am focusing on to get ready for the upcoming season.   Topics covered In This Episode: Food Plot Planting Bow Setup And Tuning Gearing Up With New Equipment Scouting  Treestand work Music:  Vampire Vamp30 - AM By bhzimmy  World News - 15 sec - AM By v-max  To keep up with the podcast or to reach out to the show head on over to any of the links below Facebook:...

Ep. 67: Mock Scrapes Hunting Strategies

July 24, 2023 07:58 - 54 minutes - 75.1 MB

On this episode I break down mock scrapes and how I use them to help me get closer to my target bucks. It is the middle of July and there is not better time to establish mock scrapes on your hunting properties. Alert! Mobile Hunting Expo is this weekend in Kalamazoo Michigan. Hope to see you there.  Topics Covered this episode include:  Components to a mock scrape and how deer use them Setting up a mock scrape  Mock scrapes on public and private ground Scrapes in travel corridors Scrap...

Ep. 66: Cutting Edge Of Broadheads with Vantage Point Archery

July 03, 2023 03:00 - 55 minutes - 76.7 MB

Happy 4th of July! It has been a while, but back with a great episode. Joined by the team from Vantage Point Archery to talk broadheads and the release of their patented new design for a single bevel broadhead, that will be a game changer. Not only do the produce the largest selection of fix blades on the market, they are making advancements in many other products we as archers depend on. I also give a quick update on my summer food plots. This was the first time trying a roller crimper and ...

Ep. 65: Turkey Hunting Flop

May 21, 2023 14:00 - 42 minutes - 59 MB

On this episode I give the break down of my 2023 turkey season. But first share announcements of the upcoming website that is just a couple weeks away from being released, as well as a line of MI Hunting Logo wear. A reminder that the application period for Michigan bear and elk tag is running until June 1st. Then we stop off at the Conservation News Desk for a couple resent stories in the outdoor space.    Music:  Vampire Vamp30 - AM By bhzimmy    To keep up with the podcast or to rea...

Ep. 64: Vitalize Seed Nutrient Cycling With Albert Tomechko

April 24, 2023 00:42 - 1 hour - 99 MB

Albert Tomechko with Vitalize seed joins the show again. Vitalize seed offers a one two punch for better nutrient cycling on your Ag field, garden, or in many cases food plots that will work with natural soil biology that will decrease to need for synthetic fertilizer, improve soil health, and improve plant quality and nutrition. As the names imply, Nitro Boost fixes nitrogen for the fall planting of Carbon Load that will in turn prime the soil with carbon maintaining the Carbon and Nitrogen...

Ep. 63 : Mid April Hunting and Fishing Opportunities

April 18, 2023 02:42 - 40 minutes - 55 MB

It is mid April and we are on the doorstep of turkey season here in Michigan and many fishing seasons open soon as well.  This episode we stop off at the conservation news desk with updates on the new Michigan gun laws and a monster dead head found by a 3 year old in Ohio.  Next I cover my plan for the upcoming turkey season, fishing seasons. Then close it out with planned habitat improvements.    Music:  Vampire Vamp30 - AM By bhzimmy    To keep up with the podcast or to reach out to ...

Ep. 62: Factors Limiting Deer Abundance in the Upper Peninsula with Biologist Kristie Sitar

April 10, 2023 22:50 - 1 hour - 84.5 MB

On this episode guest biologist Kristie Sitar discusses, Factors Limiting Deer Abundance in the Upper Peninsula, a report she co-authored. She breaks down the data used in looking at the factors that are contributing to a decline in buck harvest in the UP of Michigan. From degraded habitat, hard winters, and predation, each play a role in affecting the deer population.  We discuss each in detail in regards to the correlation these factors have with buck harvest. We close with the current sta...

Ep. 61: Spring Hunting And Fishing Opportunities

April 02, 2023 14:00 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MB

Spring is here! We can start to shake off that cabin fever and get outside for a whole new set of hunting and fishing activates. In this episode we will take a look an what is available in the the month of April for hunting an fishing opportunities. First we head to the conservation news desk for a couple resent articles.    Music:  Vampire Vamp30 - AM By bhzimmy    To keep up with the podcast or to reach out to the show head on over to any of the links below Facebook: https://www.fac...

Ep. 60: Ice Fishing For Northern Pike

February 08, 2023 01:56 - 49 minutes - 67.5 MB

It is ice fishing season! On this episode I breakdown the tactics I use to go after my favorite fish, the Northern Pike. Before I cover that we stop over at the Conservation News Desk for a couple news stories. One involves wolves and sea otters. The other is a breakdown of public vs private bucks killed with the 2021-2022 season. If you like to target Northern pike of are interested in trying your hand at going after this aggressive fish, then this episode is for you.      Music:  Vampi...

Ep. 59: Hunting BS Session With Johnathon Croel

January 31, 2023 03:17 - 1 hour - 94.3 MB

Joining me on this episode is Johnathon Croel. We sit down and discuss all things hunting. From nutrition, ethics, gear, and tactics, we cover it all. Enjoy the episode and do forget to apply for your Michigan turkey tag.   Music:  Vampire Vamp30 - AM By bhzimmy    To keep up with the podcast or to reach out to the show head on over to any of the links below Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MIHuntingpodcast Instagram: @mihuntingpodcast https://www.instagram.com/mihuntingpodcast/ ...

Ep. 58: Winter Habitat Work Creating Bedding Areas

January 22, 2023 20:55 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MB

The last day of the 2022 deer season is the first day of the 2023 deer season. There is no time like to present to get prepared for the upcoming deer season. For me this means scouting and completing habitat work. There is no better time to create bedding areas on you hunting ground.  I fire up the chain saw and start cutting timber to create opens in the canopy and put cover on the ground. I break down my hunting area and how and where i decided to add additional bedding cover. This episode...

Ep. 57: Making The Most Of Wildgame Cooking

January 08, 2023 18:29 - 1 hour - 89.4 MB

On this episode my wife Kim joins me as we discuss on of our new favorite wild game dishes. With a freezer full of meat, the next part come down to how are you going to serve it up. Many of us have that usual burger and backstraps down. But what about the rest of the cuts and dishes. Kim runs through her preparation for pho using freshly made stock and canned venison. The goal is to continue to expand the ways we prepare our wild game dishes.     Local Elevator by Kevin MacLeod is license...

Ep. 56: The Lake Michigan Doe

December 27, 2022 01:29 - 53 minutes - 73.2 MB

Hunting in Michigan provides for unique opportunities. On this episode I tell the story of a doe I was fortunate to hunt on the shore of Lake Michigan. Morning started with a blown sit and a missed opportunity. Ended with a hunt full of first for me as a hunter, and a pack out to remember. Everything had to go right on this one.      Music:  Vampire Vamp30 - AM By bhzimmy    To keep up with the podcast or to reach out to the show head on over to any of the links below Facebook: https...

Ep. 55: South Dakota Mule Deer Hunt

December 11, 2022 19:53 - 1 hour - 87.3 MB

Another South Dakota hunting trip is in the books. This year was my first mule deer hunt. Joining me for this episode is Duane Croel for the second time. Duane is the reason for my interest in hunting South Dakota and hope that we have many more trips in the years to come. For this year I was the solo hunter. Hunting mule deer for the first time in an area I have never hunted before pushed the limits of my skill as a deer hunter. We discuss the the challenges we faced and the lessons we lear...

Ep. 54: Rifle Buck Down And November Wrap Up

December 06, 2022 03:01 - 1 hour - 89.6 MB

My dad joins me on this episode to do a wrap up of November and the Rut. We break down what our mindset going into the rut was and how we planned on hunting this November. The farm we hunt is set as a rut property were that  the bulk of the bucks do not show up until they are in full on rut mode. We discuss what we learned from this November and what we plan to do habitat wise to improve the property and hunting in the future. The rifle opener was good to me as I harvested my first buck of t...

Ep. 53: In Season Scouting To Zero In On Mature Bucks

November 06, 2022 15:00 - 52 minutes - 72.6 MB

On this episode I update on my season so far. It has be a season full of ups and downs with a ton of lessons learned. I discuss my resent doe harvest and the challenges that came after the shoot. Thanks again to Calvin Dennis  and Willow with Scent Hunter Tracking for aiding on recovering my deer. Then I break down a public land piece i have focused on for this year. Diving in the scouting I have done throughout the season to bring me closer to my goal if harvesting a mature buck on public l...

Ep. 52: Land Management for Mature Bucks with Ron Mallison

October 26, 2022 01:39 - 1 hour - 82.4 MB

This episode I am joined by Ron Mallison, who is a live long whitetail hunter here in Northern Michigan. Ron has managed his property his entire adult live and has harvested many buck in his life. We sit down and talk what he is doing on his property to make it a prime location for mature bucks. From food plots, timber harvest, and tactics to hunting bucks, we cover it all. Ron is another great example of a hunter passionate about whitetail hunting that puts in the effort managing his proper...

Ep. 51: Blood Tracking Dogs With Calvin Dennis

October 03, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 93.7 MB

Calvin Dennis owner of Scent Hunter Tracking and long time friend joins for this episode. Calvin and his dog Willow are on their second year as a tracking team. They have learned a lot from each other and ready for another season. Calvin breaks down why he got into blood tracking with dogs and what his process is when getting a dog and training for tracking. He explains what a hunter should pay attention to once a shot is made and when it may be time to call a tracker in. Then we discuss wai...

Ep. 50: Deer Hunting Stories and Strategies with Lee Witkop

September 26, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 121 MB

Joining me on this episode is long time friend, Lee Witkop. Lee sits down and tells his story of hunting Thanksgiving Day where he shoots three deer. We discuss the area he was hunting and why he set up where he did. Then we get into what his strategy will be going into this deer season. We talk hunting encounters with deer in past hunts and scouting. Swapping information on what gear we will be using to aid us in our hunts.    To keep up with the podcast or to reach out to the show head o...

Ep. 49: Final Deer Season Preparations

September 04, 2022 14:00 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MB

This episode is all about the final preparations for the 2022 deer season. These are the last few weeks to get ready. Whether you are hunting private ground or public land, hunt with a bow or firearm, going out of state or staying local, there is so much to get done. I break down what I will be focusing on over the next few weeks and what you may want to get done as well.    To keep up with the podcast or to reach out to the show head on over to any of the links below Facebook: https://ww...

Ep. 48: Fall Food Plot Plant Breakdown

August 14, 2022 14:00 - 42 minutes - 58.1 MB

**Update for MI Hunting Podcast*** New intergraded video podcast!! This episode is the first to have a video along with audio for better connection with the show. The first video show is a follow up to Ep: 47 with Albert of Vitalize Seed Company. In that episode get got into the weeds of sorts talking soil health and how a good seed mix will aid in nutrient cycling and promote good soil. This show is going into what the different plant varieties will do for deer and you as a hunter using foo...

Ep. 47: Vitalize Seed And Soil Health With Albert Tomechko

August 02, 2022 02:11 - 1 hour - 81.7 MB

It's that time of year, food plot season. Joining me on this episode is Albert Tomechko, founder and president  of Vitalize Seed Company. Albert has spent the last 6 years food plotting and creating his own seed blends. This year he's partnered with Jared Van Hess (Host of the Habitat Podcast) to bring those blends to market. We discuss the development of the blends and the plants within each mix. Vitalize seed is a one two punch. Nitro boost planted in the spring prepares the ground and boo...

Ep. 46: Summer update and To Do List

July 04, 2022 03:23 - 38 minutes - 49.2 MB

It is 4th of July weekend! Time to reflect on the founding of our country and the cost for our freedoms and the opportunities we have for hunting, fishing, and enjoying the outdoors. It has been a busy several weeks. Total archery back in June, which I would encourage everyone if ever given the opportunity to attend make make sure you do so. It is that time of year for habitat projects and food plots.  Get your seed, your fertilizer and get ready to plant. I cover that I will be going with a...

Ep. 45: Explore the Outdoors

June 09, 2022 02:39 - 57 minutes - 69.8 MB

This Episode is all about getting outdoors. Joined by my wife Kim, we talk about the actives that we have been taking part of in the great outdoors. Turkey season has come to a close and fishing seasons are opened up.  If foraging is your thing than there is no better time to explore the wilderness for unique and delicious plants to bring home. Closing out the discussion I cover the progress made prepping food plots and the struggles with weed control.    To listen to the mentioned Huntavo...

Ep. 44: Arrow Tuning 101

May 17, 2022 02:10 - 29 minutes - 36.9 MB

On this week episode we go back into talking arrow setup. I cover the process that I have learned from others that aid me in becoming a better archer. By tuning you arrow to you bow, you give you bow the mechanical advantage that will aid in improving accuracy as well as the efficiency of you bow. The process I use consist of three main steps. They are bare shaft tuning, nock tuning, and vane configuration. I lay out in detail each of these steps that you can follow to try for yourself.    ...

Ep. 43: Native Habitat Improvements and Cover Crop Breakdown

May 08, 2022 14:00 - 47 minutes - 60.8 MB

Joining in on this episode is my sister and owner of Silver Mist Flower Farm. We talk about the work we have completed down at the farm. The Primary goal on the outing was to remove invasive plants and replace with native species. Ashley gives an in-depth breakdown of the pants removed and why there bad for the landscape. Then we discuss the pants that were added onto the property and why those plants were selected. Then we close out the episode changing gears to food plots. I dive into what...

Ep. 42: Selecting The Right Hunting Arrow

May 01, 2022 14:00 - 33 minutes - 40.9 MB

This episode I discuss my thought process when it come to picking a hunting arrow. Yes it can be as easy as heading down to the archery show grabbing some arrows off the shelf screw in your broadhead and go hunting. However if you want to get more out of you arrow then what is covered in this episode will give you some things to consider. If you are new to archery, you will get the basics if the terminology used and the components that go along with arrows. This episode closes with examples ...

Ep. 41: Spring Time The Calm Before The Storm

April 14, 2022 12:18 - 19 minutes - 24.7 MB

This episode I discuss that with spring the is a build up up heading in to summer. Everyone is shaking off winter and looking forward to warmer days. With this comes a magnitude of activities as well as chores that can be done over the next several weeks.  Turkey season opens within the state as well as across the country  Fisheries are opening up Lakes are thawing out shed hunting and deer scouting  Habitat improvements Food plots and Ag crops getting planted       The list can go on...

Ep. 40: Wolves And Wolf Management With Cody Norton

April 03, 2022 14:00 - 59 minutes - 80.8 MB

This episode we are talking gray wolves. Over the past couple of year there have been a lot of changes in the management of the gray wolf. They were de-listed, re-listed, hunted, trapped, and banned, and protected. Being in the lower peninsula of Michigan I do not interact with wolves directly, though one day I be believe I will, I had questions that are hard to answer by a simple google search.  So I reach out to Cody Norton the large carnivore specialist for the Michigan DNR. Cody discusse...

Ep. 39: Urban Hunting And More With Brandin Schultes

March 20, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 97.8 MB

This episode we take a look at urban hunting. Brandin Schultes joins the show to discuss his unique experience hunting the extended archery season in and around Detroit Michigan. He spends much of the season hunting the central lower peninsula, both on private an public land. We discuss how he approaches hunting the combination of the properties. Covering the gear he uses throughout year and changes he plans on making for the up coming season. We talk saddle setup, climbing sticks, and the a...

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