Painted Arrow Podcast
167 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsHunters across the country are continually searching for new ways to engage with game in the wild. Nate Hicks and Devin Cole are two passionate bowhunters and driven entrepreneurs documenting their journeys together to help others become elite sportsmen and women. Topics discussed on this podcast include planning for out of state hunting trips, hunting tactics of various species, and all things archery. Our goal is to assist other hunters to achieve success in the field no matter where you're from!
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Episode 058 - Preparing for an Early Season Whitetail Hunt in Kentucky
October 18, 2021 08:30 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBOn this episode Nate and Devin start out by discussing a new target buck that recently appeared on trail camera in the Crick Woods. Nate is gearing up to hunt whitetails in the great state of Kentucky in the early season. Never setting foot in Kentucky before the fellas hash out the plan and strategy to put a deer down on this out of state whitetail hunt. Early season strategy, weather patterns, drought conditions, identifying early rubs and scrapes, and much more are discussed in this episo...
Episode 057 - The Tale of the "Holy Spirit", A Southern Michigan Giant
October 11, 2021 08:30 - 1 hour - 98.6 MBThis is an epic story of a giant southern Michigan whitetail buck we named the "Holy Spirit". A truly once in a lifetime deer taken with archery equipment on small parcel private lands. This podcast reveals all of the juicy details that went into the strategy for putting this buck on the ground from the time it was first seen in December 2020, to the time is was harvested on the season opener in October 2021. If you like a good buck story, this is one you don't want to miss.
Episode 056 - White-Tales in Ohio
October 08, 2021 08:30 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBWe are starting a new series called White-Tales where we travel around the country interviewing passionate hunters about some of their hunts in the past and find out what makes them so successful. This first ever White-Tale's episode takes place in Northern Ohio with our first story teller Craig Wager and his boy Wade. This hunting family has figured out how to get it done year after year and has some pretty awesome tales to share! Don't miss it.
Episode 055 - Searching For White-Tales
October 04, 2021 08:30 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBOn this episode Nate and Devin share some exciting news revolving around the re-brand of Painted Arrow! We are officially live with our new hunting specific forum called TRACKS which was designed by hunters for hunters. We also talk around our new audio series called WHITE-TALES where we are seeking epic hunting stories from folks like you!! Listen in to find out how you can be featured on one of our future episodes!
Episode 054 - Getting Your Mind Right for the Archery Opener
September 30, 2021 08:00 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBThis podcast is all about getting your mind, body and soul in the right place to go out into the hunting woods this fall. There are many different pressures hunters can feel today without even realizing it. Laser focusing your mind on your goals are extremely important and when your mind and body are on the same page a lot can change for the better, especially when hunting! Good luck this season archery hunters!
Getting Your Mind Right for the Archery Opener
September 30, 2021 08:00 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBThis podcast is all about getting your mind, body and soul in the right place to go out into the hunting woods this fall. There are many different pressures hunters can feel today without even realizing it. Laser focusing your mind on your goals are extremely important and when your mind and body are on the same page a lot can change for the better, especially when hunting! Good luck this season archery hunters!
Episode 053 - Great Anticipation for Deer Season
September 27, 2021 08:00 - 49 minutes - 45 MBOn this episode Nate and Devin discuss the trail camera ban in Arizona and weigh in on what the regulations mean for hunters everywhere. Devin gives an update on the Crick Woods property and shares his plans to gain access from his neighbors to increase his chances at a mature buck this fall. The fellas discuss what to consider when asking for permission to hunt on other folks property and much more.
Great Anticipation for Deer Season
September 27, 2021 08:00 - 49 minutes - 45 MBOn this episode Nate and Devin discuss the trail camera ban in Arizona and weigh in on what the regulations mean for hunters everywhere. Devin gives an update on the Crick Woods property and shares his plans to gain access from his neighbors to increase his chances at a mature buck this fall. The fellas discuss what to consider when asking for permission to hunt on other folks property and much more.
Big Buck Sightings in August
September 20, 2021 08:30 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBAs many whitetail enthusiasts believe, August is a great month to see bucks in velvet as well as get pictures of bucks on trail cameras. Nate and Devin discuss some of the major sightings and encounters they have had with their main target buck, the Holy Spirit, for the fall. Based on a lot of information and passed experience we begin to piece the puzzle together on what the strategy may be come hunting season.
Episode 052 - Big Buck Sightings in August
September 20, 2021 08:30 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBAs many whitetail enthusiasts believe, August is a great month to see bucks in velvet as well as get pictures of bucks on trail cameras. Nate and Devin discuss some of the major sightings and encounters they have had with their main target buck, the Holy Spirit, for the fall. Based on a lot of information and passed experience we begin to piece the puzzle together on what the strategy may be come hunting season.
Episode 051 - The Crick Woods - Part 2
September 13, 2021 08:30 - 40 minutes - 37 MBThis is the sequel to the previous episode where we reveal what we found and saw on our scouting mission of a new hunting parcel. We discuss the different doe and buck bedding areas we identified, deer travel corridors through the terrain, crick lines for buck travel, and effect agricultural crop rotation may have on deer.
The Crick Woods - Part 2
September 13, 2021 08:30 - 40 minutes - 37 MBThis is the sequel to the previous episode where we reveal what we found and saw on our scouting mission of a new hunting parcel. We discuss the different doe and buck bedding areas we identified, deer travel corridors through the terrain, crick lines for buck travel, and effect agricultural crop rotation may have on deer.
Acquiring the Crick Woods Part 1
September 07, 2021 08:30 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBDevin Cole recently acquired a new parcel of hunting property while the real estate market is at a unique high point. This episode dives into the details surrounding the possession of the Crick Woods and why it has the potential to change hunting habits in a big way! This part one documents the thoughts before ever setting foot on the piece of ground. Part two will reveal what we found after walking and scouting the property!
Episode 050 - Acquiring the Crick Woods Part 1
September 07, 2021 08:30 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBDevin Cole recently acquired a new parcel of hunting property while the real estate market is at a unique high point. This episode dives into the details surrounding the possession of the Crick Woods and why it has the potential to change hunting habits in a big way! This part one documents the thoughts before ever setting foot on the piece of ground. Part two will reveal what we found after walking and scouting the property!
Episode 049 - An Epic Card Pull
September 02, 2021 08:30 - 1 hour - 76.2 MBBig mature whitetails in Michigan are a real thing, they are just hard to come by. This podcast reveals a few of Nate's hidden gems on the new farm he purchased in late season winter time frame of 2021. Nate and Devin insert an SD card in the laptop and walk through some of the more mature deer on the property and talk through the early stage planning to harvest these bucks. It's never to early to get buck fever, this podcast is proof we got it in July...
An Epic Card Pull
September 02, 2021 08:30 - 1 hour - 76.2 MBBig mature whitetails in Michigan are a real thing, they are just hard to come by. This podcast reveals a few of Nate's hidden gems on the new farm he purchased in late season winter time frame of 2021. Nate and Devin insert an SD card in the laptop and walk through some of the more mature deer on the property and talk through the early stage planning to harvest these bucks. It's never to early to get buck fever, this podcast is proof we got it in July...
A New Beginning.... New Life
August 30, 2021 08:30 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBPainted Arrow excitedly announces and welcomes its new partner to the team, Devin Cole. Nate and Devin discuss the new direction of the company and clearly outline the mission and vision of what to expect from the crew. Painted Arrow is transitioning full time to become an outdoor media company dedicated to ethically and humanely harvesting wild game with archery equipment. Listen to this here podcast to get the full details of our complete rebrand!!
Episode 048 - A New Beginning.... New Life
August 30, 2021 08:30 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBPainted Arrow excitedly announces and welcomes its new partner to the team, Devin Cole. Nate and Devin discuss the new direction of the company and clearly outline the mission and vision of what to expect from the crew. Painted Arrow is transitioning full time to become an outdoor media company dedicated to ethically and humanely harvesting wild game with archery equipment. Listen to this here podcast to get the full details of our complete rebrand!!
Episode 047 - How I Bought My First Deer Hunting Farm at Age 25
February 10, 2021 12:02 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBThis is a very special episode that has been anticipated for many years. Devin Cole interviews Nate as he shares in depth perspective on how he personally acquired his first hunting property at a young age. Nate shares everything from financing hunting land, what to look for when buying land, mistakes to avoid when buying hunting land, setting a budget for buying land, having the right mindset, and all things associated with first time land buyers!
Episode 046 - Trapping Furbearers in Michigan with Adam Bump
January 25, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 75.8 MBIn this Episode I am joined by Adam Bump who is the Furbearer Specialist for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. This episode contains information on furbearer population dynamics, trapper demographics, how Michigan regulations are created, nuisance animals, the fur boom in the mid-1800s, and the tough conversations revolved around trapping in 2021. If you are a trapper or aspire to be one, this is an episode for you!
Episode 045 - Population Density and Reproduction in Michigan White-tailed Deer
January 04, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBIn this episode I am joined by Dwayne Etter who is a Wildlife Research Specialist for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Dwayne has studied whitetail deer for a large part of his professional career along with other species such as bear. On this podcast, you will hear all about population densities, carrying capacity, sexual reproduction, the rut, breading selection, late season management, sex ratios, sampling, hunter numbers, and many other topics all involving whitetail deer in...
Episode 044 - Creating a Post Hunt Routine - Top 10 Things You May Have Overlooked
December 14, 2020 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBThis podcast consists of the top 10 things you should do as a hunter post-hunt! This is a reminder of all the things you know you should do but maybe forget to do or put them off after a hunting trip. This list applies to the western hunters as well as mid-west whitetail hunters together. By adding some of these tasks to your post hunt routine you will be a better outdoorsmen and hunter in the long haul!
Episode 043 - Big Michigan Whitetail Bucks with Devin Cole
December 07, 2020 08:30 - 1 hour - 72 MBDevin Cole joins the podcast to talk about his successful 2020 whitetail deer season. Planting food plots, rattling strategies, whitetail habitat, stand location, and more are covered on this episode. If you enjoy pursuing big whitetail bucks and love hearing a good couple hunting stories then buckle up, this episode is for you!
Episode 043 - Big Michigan Whitetail Bucks with Devin Cole
December 07, 2020 08:30 - 1 hour - 72 MBDevin Cole joins the podcast to talk about his successful 2020 whitetail deer season. Planting food plots, rattling strategies, whitetail habitat, stand location, and more are covered on this episode. If you enjoy pursuing big whitetail bucks and love hearing a good couple hunting stories then buckle up, this episode is for you!
Episode 042 - "KEEP HUNTING", A Michigan Buck Tale with Alex Hicks
November 23, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 73.1 MBGet ready for one heck of an incredible big buck story in the great state of Michigan. On this episode, Alex Hicks joins the podcast to share a buck tale that most dream about but never live to experience firsthand. This story takes place in Mid-November in Michigan during the peak rut for whitetail deer. Ahosh!
Episode 041 - Tales of a Colorado Wilderness Elk Hunt
November 02, 2020 08:30 - 1 hour - 76.2 MBThis is a must listen to elk hunting story that takes place in some of the most remote wilderness you can find in the state of Colorado. After hunting hard for two years and coming home empty handed each year, Nate finally fills his tag and brings home fresh elk meat to share with family. This is a tale of struggle, persistence, grit, and ultimately success! Hard work pays off! Listen in for the full story.
Episode 041 - Tales of a Colorado Wilderness Elk Hunt
November 02, 2020 08:30 - 1 hour - 76.2 MBThis is a must listen to elk hunting story that takes place in some of the most remote wilderness you can find in the state of Colorado. After hunting hard for two years and coming home empty handed each year, Nate finally fills his tag and brings home fresh elk meat to share with family. This is a tale of struggle, persistence, grit, and ultimately success! Hard work pays off! Listen in for the full story.
Episode 040 - Everything You Need in Your Pack For Hunting Elk in the Mountains, Gear Dump and Product Review
October 20, 2020 08:30 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBThis is a complete overview and insight of all the main pieces of gear I take with me into the mountains when chasing elk. If you are looking for elk hunting gear recommendations then this podcast is for you. I have been backpacking in some of the most remote places in the country and you need to have solid gear that you believe in. I walk through most all of my gear from rifles, tent selection, backcountry cooking stoves, optics, sleeping pads, knifes and more! Thanks for listening big game...
Episode 039 - Stalking Whitetail Deer in the Mountains of Tennessee with Archery Equipment
October 12, 2020 07:30 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBThis episode has four different audio chunks to it that I compiled together to make this weeks full episode. Each chunk is a summary of my hunt in the field each day. I did a 3 day trip to the public land mountains of Tennessee where I was chasing whitetail deer with my bow in late September. I had some great success stalking in close to some wild game and had a bunch of close encounters with the local elk herd. Listen in to hear the full story!!
Episode 038 - Michigan Bear Camp 2020, Hunting with Hounds
September 29, 2020 19:47 - 53 minutes - 49 MBComing to you live from bear camp in the upper peninsula of Michigan, Nate is joined by hunting partners Jeff Hicks, Ryan Knolls, and David Hubbard. The fellas share their experiences and stories from their first ever black bear hunt. You'll hear the details about how we hunted bears with hounds, the process of acquiring a tag to hunt bear in Michigan, what our hunting expectations were as first time bear hunters, and how we felt after the harvest!
Episode 037 - A Colorado Archery Elk Hunt and 2020 Season Expectations with Devin Cole
September 15, 2020 00:31 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBThis week Devin Cole shares stories from his most recent archery elk hunt in the Colorado Rocky mountains. Devin shares tips for first time elk hunters and explains some of the trials he faced while hunting in extreme conditions. Both Devin and Nate share their expectations and plans for the 2020 whitetail season ahead.
Episode 036 - Flesh Eating Dermestid Beetles with Ken Hansen
August 10, 2020 16:31 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBThis week Nate is joined by Ken Hansen who is the owner and founder of Kodiak Bones and Bugs Taxidermy. Ken is a retired federal game warden who stumbled into the beetle scene many moons ago while living in the great state of Alaska. Ken has since become a Dermestid Beetle expert who specializes in helping others start their own colony. Expect to hear all about these flesh eating beetles and what it takes to grow a healthy colony on your own!
Episode 035 - The World of Spear Fishing and Free Diving with Bobby Twitchell
July 14, 2020 14:10 - 1 hour - 92.7 MBInteracting with fish below the surface of the water is a spectacle. I am joined on this episode by spear fishing and free diving professional, Bobby Twitchell, who is the owner and founder of the Maui Spear Fishing Academy. On this episode you will learn all about spearfishing for beginners, free diving techniques, necessary gear, safety tips, best practices, and hear some pretty awesome shark encounter stories. Learn from Hawaii's top spearfishing crew!
Episode 034 - God and the Outdoors with Joe Bufford
July 01, 2020 14:48 - 1 hour - 75.4 MBOn this episode, I am joined by Joe Bufford who is the head pastor at Hillcrest Baptist Church in the great state of Kentucky. On this episode we discuss why God and the outdoors need to be in the same conversation. We also discuss Joe's new devotional book called Dominion and how the book came to fruition with many behind the scenes details. Free books are available through July 8th 2020, listen to find out how to get one!!
Episode 033 - The Worlds Largest Reptile with Kirt Rusenko
June 26, 2020 13:21 - 1 hour - 66 MBWow, this week you are truly in for a treat! Your host, Nate Hicks, is joined this week by Dr. Kirt Rusenko from Boca Raton FL to talk sea turtles. Kirt has been the Marine Conservationist for the City of Boca Raton based at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center since 1995. He is in charge of the Boca Raton Sea Turtle Conservation and Research Program which monitors sea turtles on Boca Raton’s five miles of beaches. Dr. Rusenko has a BS/BA in Biology/Psychology, an MS in Biochemistry, and a PhD in Zoolo...
Episode 032 - All About Carp Fishing with the Trilogy Carp Crew
June 17, 2020 13:54 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBOn this weeks episode, Nate is joined by the Trilogy Carp crew: Robert Pass, Austin Pass, and Brenden Pass. This crazy cool carp catching family has perfected their craft throughout the years and has developed a passion and a business for the carp angling industry. If you've never thought about targeting carp you might change your mind after listening to this episode. Expect to hear all things related to carp fishing for first timers and how one can get into the sport for very little cost. E...
Episode 031 - All About Monarch Butterflies
June 04, 2020 16:08 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBOn this episode I am joined by Angie Babbit to discuss Monarch Butterflies. Angie is the Communications Coordinator at Monarch Watch, which is an organization out of Kansas that is dedicated to sustaining, conserving, and educating others about Monarch Butterflies. Be prepared to learn a lot!
Episode 030 - Living Life on the Water
May 27, 2020 03:08 - 1 hour - 65 MBHave you ever wondered what it would be like to follow your dreams of buying your own sailboat and taking it to warmer weather? Well, you're not the only one. On this episode, Nate joins Josh and Morgan King on their 42 foot sailboat "Cara Mia" to talk about their plans of traveling to the Caribbean. Listen in to find out how Josh and Morgan got into sailing and how that changed their lives forever.
Episode 029 - Hunting Turkey with a Bow
May 18, 2020 00:58 - 1 hour - 57 MBOn this episode Nate is joined by James Zanstra and Jared Gortsema from Bowga Hunting. Among other things, discussed on this episode is turkey hunting with a bow and arrow. Expect to hear information on shot placement, broad head selection, ambush setups, and ways to eat turkey are all discussed on this episode. Enjoy!
Episode 028 - How to Get Permission to hunt on Private Land with Jared Larsen at OnX
May 11, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 75.9 MBOn this weeks episode, Nate is joined by Jared Larsen from OnX Hunt to talk about how to get permission to hunt on private lands more successfully. Not only does this podcast dive deep into the do's and don'ts of obtaining private land permissions but is backed up with multiple real life stories and scenarios that will blow your mind! This podcast contains great resources for both new hunters as well as seasoned hunters looking to expand the number of acres you have to hunt each year!
Episode 027 - Common Questions for Beginners in the Outdoor Industry
May 04, 2020 05:00 - 53 minutes - 49 MBIn this episode, Nate is joined by Ryan O'Dowd and Chad Snyder to answer questions that have been submitted by listeners. The following topics are covered: -When and where to target trout. -Popular lures to use when locating trout. -How to pick a tree to hunt in when on new parcels. -Stalking whitetails and still hunting. -Hunting rain gear and gortex seams. -Wool vs. synthetics base layers. -Tips for first time bow buyer.
Episode 026 - All About Food Plots with Ryan Longanbock
April 27, 2020 05:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBThis week Nate is joined by Ryan Longanbock, the owner of Wildlife Seed Supply, to talk about all things related to starting a FOOD PLOT! On this episode you can expect to hear about: CRP fields, organic seeds, fertilizer, planting for cover, food plot strategy, food plot preparations, shining deer, native browse, clear cut properties, planting food plots, what to plant in order to grow bigger antlered deer and more!
Episode 025 - Finding Your Purpose with Marv Fox Jr.
April 20, 2020 01:08 - 1 hour - 77.1 MBOn this episode Nate is joined by Marv Fox Jr. who is a purpose recognition coach and inspirational speaker. Marv was also Nate's previous collegiate basketball trainer and assistant coach. Find your genius level talent by living your life with purpose!!
Episode 024 - Michigan Back Country Fishing and Camping Part 2
April 13, 2020 01:22 - 37 minutes - 34 MBThis weeks episode is a full recap from Nate and Chad's camping and fishing experience in the Michigan back-country (Episode 023). This is a great episode to listen to if you're thinking about testing your luck doing some winter camping expeditions during the late seasons. Camping in cold conditions successfully and comfortably has the potential to extend your hunting and fishing seasons quite a bit!
Episode 023 - Michigan Back Country Fishing and Camping Part 1
April 06, 2020 01:26 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBThis is part 1 of a 2 part series, Nate and Chad Snyder head to northern Michigan for some back country winter fishing and camping. On this episode, the fellas talk through their strategy, gear for winter camping, and expectations for catching fish before they set foot in the river.
Episode 022 - Turkey Calling and Turkey Mounting
March 30, 2020 01:52 - 31 minutes - 29 MBIn this episode, two different interviews are combined to give you twice the turkey information to help you fill your turkey tag this spring. In the first conversation, Nate discusses turkey calling strategies with Hanks Game Calls. The second half of the episode is spent with Wessner's Taxidermy discussing best practices to get your spring gobbler mounted after you fill your tag.
Episode 021 - Hunting Big Game in Wyoming with Sy Gilliland
March 23, 2020 01:01 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBWhen Nate and his friend, Kasey Carson, attended the National Wild Turkey Federation in Nashville TN, they met with Sy Gilliland; owner and founder of SNS Outfitters in Wyoming. Sy has owned his own outfitting business since the ripe age of 21 years old. On this episode, the fellas discuss operating a successful guiding business, non-resident big game hunters in Wyoming, and grizzly bears.
Episode 020 - Custom Rifles, Optics and Precision Shooting
March 16, 2020 01:05 - 1 hour - 97.7 MBThis week, Nate is joined by Jared Walker who is the owner and founder of Flint Ridge Rifles. Jared is an expert when it comes to ballistics, rifle building, and optics. On this episode you can expect to hear about caliber selection for big game, glass bedding, steps to break-in a barrel, ballistics, bullets, and a glance at selecting the right optics for you. You don't want to miss this one!
Episode 019 - Tactics for Scouting New Land with OnX Hunt
March 09, 2020 02:47 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBOn this episode, the Painted Arrow Podcast goes to Nashville TN to the National Wild Turkey Federation Convention. Nate is joined by Kasey Carson and Jared Larson from OnX Hunt to discuss how to better utilize the number one hunting GPS system on the market when scouting new ground. The fellas also talk boat life, elk hunting, and pursuing spring gobblers.
Episode 018 - Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
March 02, 2020 12:43 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBThis week, Nate is joined by Jason Meekhoff who is the Great Lakes Chapter Coordinator for Backcountry Hunters and Anglers (BHA). Jason's region covers Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Ohio, and Indiana. In this episode, you can expect to hear what BHA, as a organization, stands for when it comes to hunting, public lands, public access, and how YOU can join the movement to get involved! Also, make sure to listen to the end where Nate has a SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT to make! Enjoy!