Today's guest needs little introduction to those of us who obsess over whitetails.  I'm joined by Steve Bartylla who will share mature buck strategies and tactics, as well as habitat management tips to stack the odds in your favor on your property, or for specific stand locations. Steve has been working in the outdoor industry for more than 25 years. He's owned a whitetail consulting company, written several book, has written for a host of magazines, and you'll see him most often on Deer & Deer Hunting's Grow em Big web video series which is focused on deer management. Deer hunters of all levels can learn something from Steve. You may want to grab a pen and paper, as this show is packed full of whitetail information! To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #31:

—Clint & John's early season hunting plans —Deer work to do before the season —John's home security measures —John's Missouri card pull & Clint's Pennsylvania card pull —John's encounter with an Iowa "el shooter" —To hunt mornings or not, in early season —Steve's background —What Steve's doing now for final habitat enhancements —Scrape tree's and how to make and use them —Stacking the odds in your favor with small updates on your property —How to stack the odds in your favor for your stand locations —Hinge cutting for food and cover —Wasting a deer's daylight time on your property —Our best weapon in the deer woods, our minds —And much more from Steve!

Show Notes And Links:

—Visit our partners  Exodus Outdoor Gear , Whitetail Institute of North America, and Lone Wolf Portable Treestands —Be sure to follow Steve on facebook  —Receive a $20 discount on Exodus Trail Camera purchases when you use the promo code "truth" at checkout

Today's episode is part two of our discussion with Jeff Sturgis. In this episode we're focusing on strategies for managing and enhancing a property for targeting mature bucks. Jeff has built countless properties for clients and has enhanced his own properties with these strategies,  so you won't want to miss today's show! To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #30:

—Clint's scouting trip —John's trip to Montana —Clint and John make a bet —Jeff assessing a property —How Jeff approaches food plots and creating food —Depth of cover —Property structure and access —Picking stand locations, and much more

Show Notes And Links:

—Visit our partners  Exodus Outdoor Gear , Whitetail Institute of North America, and Lone Wolf Portable Treestands —Be sure to check out the content on the Whitetail Habitat Solutions website! —Be sure to follow Jeff, and Whitetail Habitat Solutions on facebook, YouTube & Instagram —Receive a $20 discount on Exodus Trail Camera purchases when you use the promo code "truth" at checkout

Today's guest needs little introduction to whitetail addicts! I'm joined by Jeff Sturgis who will share tips and strategies for targeting specific mature bucks on both public and private lands. Jeff has written several books related to successfully targeting and harvesting mature bucks. He also is the owner/operator of Whitetail Habitat Solutions where he provides a habitat consulting service helping folks meet their habitat and hunting goals. Jeff has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to hunting whitetails and he's sharing all today. Additionally, we have a big Truth From The Stand announcement today...so tune in! To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #29:

—Show's big reveal —John's summer projects —Jeff's background —Jeff's 2016 season recap —Evolving as a bowhunter toward targeting specific deer —More rewarding; bucks taken on public land or private land —How Jeff makes a plan on a target buck for private land or public land —Access and avoiding unwanted deer encounters —Terrain features and sign —Defining a buck's core area on private and public land —Hunting simple —Hunting weather —When to be aggressive with stand placements and intrusion

Show Notes And Links:

—Visit our partners  Exodus Outdoor Gear , Whitetail Institute of North America, and Lone Wolf Portable Treestands —Be sure to check out the content on the Whitetail Habitat Solutions website! —Be sure to follow Jeff, and Whitetail Habitat Solutions on facebook, YouTube & Instagram —Receive a 10% discount on Exodus Trail Camera purchases when you use the promo code "truth" at checkout

When most hunters think of big bucks, New York is probably one of the last states they think of. Today I'm joined by Rick Kiely (Double Lunger) who hails from the state of New York. His list of wall hangers taken in his home state would make even the midwestern hunter jealous. Today he shares his strategies for hunting mature bucks in the high pressure state of New York. To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #28:

—Rick's background —Rick talks about hunting Illinois —Hunting New York —How he finds access to new lands —Ricks scouting approach —Using trail cameras —Setting stand locations —How he times his hunts —Fixed or mechanical broadhead —Rick's most memorable hunt

Show Notes And Links:

—Visit our partners  Exodus Outdoor Gear , Whitetail Institute of North America, and Lone Wolf Portable Treestands —Be sure to follow Rick on Instagram —Receive a 10% discount on Exodus Trail Camera purchases when you use the promo code "truth" at checkout

Today's guest likely needs no introduction, as I'm joined by Bernie Barringer, accomplished outdoor writer, DIY hunter, trapper, salmon fisher...you name it Bernie has done it. Today Bernie shares his depth of knowledge for planning successful out-of-state DIY hunts. Many think DIY hunts are only able to be pulled of by a certain type of hunter. Most assume it's too expensive, or that you need access to private land. Bernie's here to bust those myths and help provide tips for planning for DIY public land succes. To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #27:

—Bernnie's background —Why Bernie likes DIY hunting —Deciding if DIY hunts are for you —Setting expectation —Choosing a state/area to hunt (best DIY states) —Approach on hunting familiar land or new land each year —Tools for narrowing down parcels of land to hunt and scouting —Using cameras when hunting out-of-state —Time of season Bernie likes for public land —Aggressive hunting —Using bump and hunt approach —Stand access and locations —Bernie shares a public land encounter to provide perspective

Show Notes And Links:

—Visit our partners  Exodus Outdoor Gear , Whitetail Institute of North America, and Lone Wolf Portable Treestands —Check out Bernie's YouTube page to see all their videos —Be sure to follow Bernie on and Facebook —Receive a 10% discount on Exodus Trail Camera purchases when you use the promo code "truth" at checkout

Today on the show I'm joined by Curtis Zabel of Behind The Bow. Curtis is a Wisconsin native, who to say the very least is a passionate whitetail hunter and filmer. If you don't already know of him, chances are you'll be hearing a lot from him and about him in the near future. He's already been featured on some heavyweight blogs within the outdoor/hunting circles. Curtis represents the next great group of passionate, DIY, public land deer hunters and story tellers. This isn't to say that he hasn't already arrived. Curtis' relentless pursuit of his whitetail goals, combined with this woodsmanship and whitetail knowledge, are only nearly matched by his ability to capture the raw passion and the grind public land whitetail hunters endure through his camera lens. "Stay hungry, stay humble" is the most fitting mantra for Curtis and Behind The Bow. To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #26:

—Curtis' background —Hunting spring turkey with a long bow —Curtis' 2016 season recap —Curtis' passion for hunting public lands —Areas and terrain Curtis hunts —How Curtis approaches/scouts a new piece of public land —Locating buck beds and sign —Using trail cameras on public land —The importance of access —How to endure the grind of public land hunting —The story of Behind The Bow —Curtis takes us on a hunt

Show Notes And Links:

—Visit our partners  Exodus Outdoor Gear , Whitetail Institute of North America, and Lone Wolf Portable Treestands —Check out Behind The Bow YouTube page to see all their videos —Be sure to follow Behind The Bow on  Instagram and Facebook —Receive a 10% discount on Exodus Trail Camera purchases when you use the promo code "truth" at checkout

Photo Credit: Adam Parr Today on the show I'm joined by Adam Parr of Transitionwild.com and QuietKat. Adam is a Michigan native whose love of the outdoors and chasing big game has led him west to Colorado. We'll talk about hunting Colorado whitetail, elk and the challenges he's faced as he's transitioned from his midwest hunting roots to hunting the west, and much more! To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #25:

—Adam's Background —Adam's 2016 season in review —Plans for an Iowa public land hunt —Scouting for elk sheds —Adam's  move west —Hunting Colorado whitetail —Colorado elk hunting —Elk hunting terrain and land features —Preparations needed for an elk hunt —Adam takes us on a recent elk hunt detailing his challenges...with a great ending

Show Notes And Links:

—Visit our partners  Exodus Outdoor Gear , Whitetail Institute of North America, and Lone Wolf Portable Treestands —Check out Transitionwild.com to keep up with Adam and his outdoor adventures —Be sure to follow Adam on  Instagram and Facebook —Receive a 10% discount on Exodus Trail Camera purchases when you use the promo code "truth" at checkout

Today on the show Phil and I will be sharing our plans and preparations for our the upcoming elk and whitetail seasons. We'll talk a little turkey, Phil shares some big news, and much more! To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #24:

—Phil's big news —Talking turkey —New gear we're trying for this upcoming season —Dad's new property —States we're planning to hunt —Ohio preparations —Getting ready for Montana —Physical training for Montana

Show Notes And Links:

—Visit our partners  Exodus Outdoor Gear , Whitetail Institute of North America, and Lone Wolf Portable Treestands —Check out Buck Bumper from Sound Barrier and take your stealth to the next level. Use the promo code "the stand" and get 10% off at check out!

Today on the show I'm joined by Greg Litzinger, also known as the Bowhunting Fiend. Greg is a hardcore public land hunter who predominantly hunts the high pressure state of New Jersey. An avid self filmer, Greg recently joined the Behind The Bow crew who share Greg's passion for whitetail, and his DIY approach. I'm looking forward to seeing the footage he captures from his public land hunts this coming year. Whether Greg is scouting salt marshes in the off season, finding buck beds, or shooting 3D, one thing is for sure—he lives, eats and breaths bowhunting! To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #23:

—Greg's background —Greg's 2016 season —Number of properties he scouts in a year —Favorite time of year to scout —Scouting and hunting buck beds —Hunting and scouting hill country —Hunting and scouting swamps —Moon phase fact or fiction —Woodsman ship vs. technology —Self filming and joining Behind The Bow —Prepping for an elk hunt —Greg's gear —Greg takes us on a hunt

Show Notes And Links:

—Visit our partners  Exodus Outdoor Gear , Whitetail Institute of North America, and Lone Wolf Portable Treestands —Be sure to follow Greg  Instagram and Youtube —Check out Buck Bumper from Sound Barrier and take your stealth to the next level. Use the promo code "the stand" and get 10% off at check out!

Today on the show I'm joined by Johnny "Utah" Mulligan of Wicked Tree Gear and Arrow Wild Co. John has taken an interesting route to the outdoor industry to say the least. Whether he's sharing his hunting adventures or stories from his time as an undercover cop, you won't want to miss this episode! To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #22:

—John's background —John's 2016 season —John and Clint talk nick names —How John got into filming hunts —Self filming and capturing his first Iowa bow buck as a resident —How John went from undercover cop to the outdoor industry —John shares a story from his undercover days —Tips for trimming shooting lanes and hanging sets —John explains what Arrow Wild Co. is all about —Prepping for Montana —What gear John is using —John takes us on a hunt

Show Notes And Links:

—Visit our partners  Exodus Outdoor Gear , Whitetail Institute of North America, and Lone Wolf Portable Treestands —Be sure to follow John and Arrow Wild Co. on Facebook, and  Instagram —Check out Buck Bumper from Sound Barrier and take your stealth to the next level. Use the promo code "the stand" and get 10% off at check out!

Today on the show I'm joined by Chad and Matt of Exodus Outdoor Gear. Chad & Matt share an amazing story of a buck they call Caesar, and you can also watch this story unfold on the Sportsman Channel. We'll of course be talking about the Exodus Lift Mark II camera set to release this spring. Before I forget, we'll be sharing the details on how you can win a free Exodus Lift camera during the course of this podcast—so stay tuned! You can also use the promo code "truth" at Exodusoutdoorgear.com and get 10% off your purchase of an Exodus trail camera! To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #21:

—Chad and Matt's outdoor show update —The story of Caesar (as seen on the Sportsman Channel) —Chad laying down film footage vs. being behind the bow —Chad and Matt's Hunting plans for this year —Finding time to shed hunt and chase the kings of spring —The upcoming launch of the new Exodus Lift Mark II camera —Camera placement strategies —Matt chasing possums —The great camera flash debate —Chad's elk hunting story

Show Notes And Links:

—Visit our partners  Exodus Outdoor Gear , Whitetail Institute of North America, and Lone Wolf Portable Treestands —Be sure to follow Exodus  on all their social media platforms for their latest information and upcoming product releases: Facebook ,  Twitter,  and, Instagram. —Check out Buck Bumper from Sound Barrier and take your stealth to the next level. Use the promo code "the stand" and get 10% off at check out!

Today on the show we're joined by Charles Byrum. Charles is a friend of mine who has an interesting story of adapting his hunting strategies/approach as he moved his family from California to Iowa. He's had to overcome a few barriers along the way and has been able to put the puzzle pieces together in a new state to harvest some nice bucks. Before I forget, I'll be announcing the the winner of the Exodus Lift trail camera during the podcast today, so be sure to stay tuned! To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #20:

—Charles' background —How Clint and Charles met —When Charles started hunting and what hunting in California is like —Why Charles moved to Iowa (beyond the obvious answer) —Difference between hunting California and Iowa —Similarities between hunting California and Iowa —Learning curve when hunting a new state —Gaining property access in a new state —The challenges of social media use and hunting —Charles' Iowa buck harvest

Show Notes And Links:

—Visit our partners  Exodus Outdoor Gear , Whitetail Institute of North America, and Lone Wolf Portable Treestands —Use the promo code "truth" for a 10% discount on Exodus Lift trail cameras! —Check out Buck Bumper from Sound Barrier and take your stealth to the next level. Use the promo code "the stand" and get 10% off at check out!

Today on the show I'm joined by Dan Bayus. Many of you may know him from his nationally renowned ability to tune bows or his hunting show Tinemen. We'll be covering Tuned In Archery with Dan today as well as diving into his recent move and how he  finds and hunts new properties. Before I forget, we'll be sharing the details on how you can win a free Exodus Lift camera during the course of this podcast—so stay tuned! To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #19:

—Dan's background and where he currently lives —Moving to Pennsylvania from Ohio and hunting new lands —How Dan scopes a new property —How Dan likes to use trail cameras —Hunting the weather and the moon —Sleeping in on morning hunts —How Dan got into tuning bows and Tuned In Archery —Things people should consider when buying a new bow —Explaining bare shaft tuning —Draw length too long? —How Tinemen got started —Dan's newest endeavor, Hang On Helper —Going on a hunt with Dan...and what hunting is all about

Show Notes And Links:

—Check out Tuned In Archery  and Hang On Helper  sites to keep up with all the things Dan is working on —Follow Dan and Tuned In Archery on Facebook and Twitter —Follow Hang On Helper on Facebook —Visit our partners  Exodus Outdoor Gear , Whitetail Institute of North America, and Lone Wolf Portable Treestands —Check out Buck Bumper from Sound Barrier and take your stealth to the next level. Use the promo code "the stand" and get 10% off at check out!

Today on the show Phil and I are joined by Jon Cooner of Whitetail Institute of North America. Jon is an expert in all things related to food plots—everything from taking soil samples, to planting, to food plot design and plot location—and he's sharing his expertise with us today. I've personally been using Whitetail Institute products for several years and have been very pleased with my plot results and their customer service. Whether you're new to food plots or a food plot veteran, Jon's advice is worth a listen. To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #18:

—Phil moving to a treehouse —Clint's recap of the Great American Outdoor Show —Jon's background —Things to consider when planning a food plot —Taking your neighbors land into consideration —Percentage of land to put in food plots —Location, location, location —Destination plots vs. hunting plots —The best food plot design shapes —Determining the correct type of forage for your property —Defining and choosing perennial vs. annual plots —Basic steps to planting a food plot —The importance of soil testing —Why food plots are needed even in heavy agricultural land —Food plot rotation, is it needed —Biggest misconceptions people have about food plots —Biggest mistakes people make when planting food plots —Jon's hunting story

Show Notes And Links:

—Check out the Whitetail Institute of North America site to plan your food plots —Follow Whitetail Institute of North America on Facebook  —Visit our partners  Exodus Outdoor Gear , Whitetail Institute of North America, and Lone Wolf Portable Treestands

Today on the show, with deer season firmly in our rearview mirror, we are taking a look back at our 2016 season and the lessons learned. More importantly we're looking forward and discussing how to apply lessons learned in the white woods for 2017. To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #17 :

—Weekend updates —February is for relaxing —Clint wearing sweater vests?? —Clint and Phil's late season hunt —Clint's awkward run-in with Phil's dad —Highlights of our 2016 seasons —Things we learned from this season and what we'd like to have done differently —What we're looking forward to in 2017 —2017 resolutions

Show Notes And Links:

—Visit our partners  Exodus Outdoor Gear , Whitetail Institute of North America, and Lone Wolf Portable Treestands —Check out our other podcasts here

Today on the show Phil and I are joined by Big Buck Serial Kill, Dan Infalt. Dan Likely needs no introduction to many of you, as he's well known and highly regarded throughout the whitetail community as a hunter whose tips and strategies have helped many take great deer. Dan's approach to hunting high-pressure public lands and mature buck bedding has allowed him to regularly take the top bucks in the areas he's hunting. On today's show, Dan will share this approach to hunting high-pressured public lands and how to locate mature buck bedding and more! To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #16:

—Dan's background —Hunter's growing affinity for hunting public lands —Qualifying a piece of land prior to hunting (hill country and swamp land) —Hunting areas close to access points —Best time to scout is during the season —How to use/hunt the sign you find —Locating buck bedding —Terrain features and buck bedding —Using buck bedding to see what the buck sees —What is a bucks "save zone" and how to hunt near it —Defining primary bedding vs. seasonal bedding —Dan's 3 stands theory —Rut Bedding —How bucks use the wind to enter and exit bedding —How to hunt off wind and thermals —Dan's approach to using the moon —Dan's approach to observation sits vs. kill sits —How Dan uses game cameras —Dan's stalking story of his 180 inch Wisconsin swamp buck

Show Notes And Links:

—Check out Dan's website and forum, The Hunting Beast —Be sure to check out  The Hunting Beast videos on YouTube  —Follow The Hunting Beast on all their social media platforms: ( Facebook and Twitter ) —Visit our partners  Exodus Outdoor Gear , Whitetail Institute of North America, and Lone Wolf Portable Treestands  

Today on the show I'm joined by Aaron Warbritton of Midwest Whitetail. Aaron is a producer with Midwest Whitetail and works on a wide variety of video/content coming from Bill Winke's crew. Just a few to his credit include Cabelas's Spring Thunder, Great Plains Show, Cabela's Whitetail Season and he even chips in on some of the Chasing November content. Today Aaron will share strategies for patterning mature bucks on public land along with a few late season tips. With a renewed affinity for hunting public land, I was really looking forward to chatting with Aaron. I certainly picked up a few tips and tricks from, and I hope you all do too—Enjoy! To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #15 :

—Aaron's background —Best times of the season to pattern mature bucks on public land —Online scouting —Terrain features to look for on public land —How to use hot sign to your advantage —How long it takes to pattern a mature buck before moving in for a hunt —Aggressive hunting vs. patience —Observation sits vs. hunts —Preparing for the grind of the season —Aaron's take on the moon and weather patterns —Playing the wind w/mature bucks —Scent concealment —3 tips for late season deer hunting

Show Notes And Links:

—Check out all the great content at MidwestWhitetail.com —Be sure to check out the Midwest Whitetail YouTube page to watch all their video shows —Follow Midwest Whitetail on all their social media platforms: ( Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter ) —Check out our partner, Exodus Trail Cameras, at Exodusoutdoorgear.com...and be sure to follow them on their social media pages ( Facebook ,  Twitter,  and, Instagram )

Today on the show Phil and I are joined by Buddy Piland, VP of Marketing with Ozonics. Buddy is a serious deer hunter and shares how Ozonics can be a valued part of anyone's sent control routine enhancing your chances for close encounters. I've been looking forward to talking with Buddy. This past season I began trying a few different types of ozone tactics and I feel like ozone was played a part in the success I had during my Ohio hunt. I wanted to get more information about ozone, and Ozonics specifically, and was glad Buddy was willing to join us. I hope you'll find the conversation as informative and enjoyable as Phil and I did! To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #14 :

—Phil's rifle season tracking expedition —Clint's embarrassing session at the archery range —Buddy's background —Buddy's 2016 hunting season —How Ozonics was developed —How Ozonics work —Deer's reaction to encountering ozone —Why you should use wind trackers vs. puff bottles to determine wind direction —How to set up an Ozonics unit —Passive vs. active scent management —Using Ozonics in a treestand or a ground blind —Battery life and Ozonics boost mode —Ozonics products —Buddy shares his hunt where he harvested a monster Canadian buck scoring over 170 inches —Show wrap up

Show Notes And Links:

—Learn more about Ozonics at Ozonicshunting.com  —Follow Ozonics on all their social media platforms: ( Facebook,  Twitter, YouTube and, Instagram ) —Check out our partner, Exodus Trail Cameras, at Exodusoutdoorgear.com...and be sure to follow them on their social media pages ( Facebook ,  Twitter,  and, Instagram )

Today on the show I'm joined by Mountain Bowhunter, Steve Flores. Steve is an outdoor writer, Mathews Archery pro-staff member, and mountain buck hunter from the great state of West Virginia. Today Steve will share tips and strategies for getting after mountain bucks and how fitness plays into his overall hunting strategy. I've been looking forward to talking with Steve. I've followed his writings across various platforms and have valued his perspective on mountain hunting. I hope you all enjoy the conversation as much as I did! To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #13 :

—Steve's background —Steve's taking his boys hunting —Differences between midwest hunting vs. mountain hunting —Food sources A-Z for mountain bucks —Mountain features to key in on, and camera use in the mountains —Letting the bucks find you vs. looking for a buck's bedroom in the mountains (find the does) —Time of year to get after a mountain buck —Late season tips to find a mountain buck —Hunting weather patterns —Steve's approach on moon phase —Working with wind and thermals when hunting a mountain —Steve's scent control approach —How fitness plays a role in Steve's hunting strategies —Steve's new found workout to get into mountain shape —Steve's gear —Steve's epic chase of a mountain buck

Show Notes And Links:

—Follow Steve on all his social media platforms: ( Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter ) —Check out our partner, Exodus Trail Cameras, at Exodusoutdoorgear.com...and be sure to follow them on their social media pages ( Facebook ,  Twitter,  and, Instagram )

Today on the show Phil and I are sharing  the good, the bad, and the ugly from our recent rut hunts. The rut can be a grind, and with it bring the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. We discuss both along with everything in between during today's show. To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #12 :

—Clint explains the rut hangover —Sleeping in a tree stand? —Clint and Phil's plans for the Pennsylvania rifle season —Looking forward to late season —Phil's Pennsylvania rut experience —Clint's Ohio rut experience

Show Notes And Links:

—Check out our partner, Exodus Trail Cameras, at Exodusoutdoorgear.com...and be sure to follow them on their social media pages ( Facebook ,  Twitter,  and, Instagram ) —As mentioned, for Clint's full rut story, you can read about it here at Wired To Hunt —Don't forget to leave us a comment, or submit a question you'd like us to answer during a podcast in the form below [contact-form-7 id="493" title="Podcast Questions"]

Today on the show Phil and I are joined by Ben Harshyne, a fellow whitetail addict, native PA fella, and CEO of HUNTERRA Maps. Ben is a map guru who owns and operates the premier hunting and land management mapping company in the industry.  Today Ben will share how maps can help identify key land features before putting boots on the ground, and help take your hunting strategies to the next level. I've been looking forward to talking with Ben for a while. This year I've been more focused on my map studies in preparation for my current Ohio hunt. Ben shares a ton on knowledge regarding maps, how to identify land features, how deer use these land features and overall whitetail strategies. I hope you all enjoy the conversation as much as phil and I did. To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #11 :

—Ben's background —Ben's quest for "Pork," a clean Iowa 10 point —How maps can shed new light on a familiar property —Aerial vs. topo maps —Assessing a new property using maps —Identifying terrain or habitat change —Identifying saddles, pinch points, benches and draws... and how deer use these features —Micro vs. macro views of property and management of specific stand sites —Benches and thermals —Hunting hard vs. hunting smart: how maps can help your boots on the ground scouting time count —Ben's story of the night he became a bow hunter

Show Notes And Links:

—Learn more about HUNTERRA products and offerings —Follow HUNTERRA on all their social media platforms: ( Facebook ,  Twitter, YouTube and, Instagram ) —Check out our partner, Exodus Trail Cameras, at Exodusoutdoorgear.com...and be sure to follow them on their social media pages ( Facebook ,  Twitter,  and, Instagram ) —Don't forget to leave us a comment, or submit a question you'd like us to answer during a podcast in the form below [contact-form-7 id="493" title="Podcast Questions"]

Today on the show Phil and I are joined by my good friend Matt Eagleson. Matt is a buddy from my hometown who has made a habit of harvesting mature bucks in the high pressure state of Pennsylvania—a 139 inch 8 point this year! He also recently got back from a DIY Montana elk hunt and had an encounter with a world class bull. He'll share stories of each and more during the show. I'm pumped to share this podcast. I've been looking forward to having Matt on for a while. He's one of the best hunters I know, and is as passionate about hunting and family as anyone you'll meet. To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #10 :

—Clint shares his first encounter of the year...and his daughters first squirrel hunt —Matt's background —Where Matt's passion for hunting comes from —Clint shares thoughts on Matt's corn-hole skills.... —Matt' tells the story of his encounter with a world-class bull —Matt's approach for patterning his 139 inch Pennsylvania mountain buck

Show Notes:

—Check out our partner, Exodus Trail Cameras, at Exodusoutdoorgear.com...and be sure to follow them on their social media pages ( Facebook ,  Twitter,  and, Instagram )

 —Don't forget to leave us a comment, or submit a question you'd like us to answer during a podcast in the form below

[contact-form-7 id="493" title="Podcast Questions"]

Today on the show Phil and I are sharing a quick update on our recent hunts, our hunting goals for 2016, and how to save money for a dream hunt. To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #9 :

—Phil's near hair experience —Clint and Phil's hunting updates —Clint's tip for saving money for dream hunts —How we split hunting with family time —Our goals for the 2016 season —Our take on the Under Armour situation and the use of social media  

Today on the show Phil and I are Joined by Jake Ehlinger of Habitat Solutions 360 and Whitetail Properties. Jake is one of the premier habitat consultants in the country and has a wealth of knowledge related to creating deer habitat and hunting strategies. Today we'll discuss habitat and hunting strategies for small properties in high pressure hunting states, and hear a few great stories from Jake along the way. I'm pumped to share this podcast. I'd been looking forward to talking with Jake for a while. And the knowledge he shares certainly will not disappoint. I hope each of you enjoy the conversation as much as Phil and I did. To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #8 :

—Phil's big news —Clint's Ohio scouting update —Jake's background —Jake's 2015 hunting season —Isolated buck bedding and cover —Topography features and creating isolated buck bedding and cover —How to hunt isolated buck bedding areas —Using the moon to predict deer movement —Using the barometer to plan hunts —How to assess your neighborhood and enhancements for property in high pressured areas —Jake explains the most important step when enhancing a property's habitat —Types of food plots for small properties —How prevailing wind impacts location of habitat enhancements —Deer using tail wind —Jake's scent control routine —How often and when to hunt stand locations on small properties —Jake's take on cover scents —Jake's great buck harvest he captured on film

Show Notes And Links:

—Learn more about Jake at Habitat Solutions 360 and Whitetail Properties —Follow Jake on Facebook  —Don't forget to leave us a comment, or submit a question you'd like us to answer during a podcast in the form below [contact-form-7 id="493" title="Podcast Questions"]

Today on the show I'm joined by Chad Sylvester, Vice President of Exodus Outdoor Gear (Exodus Trail Cameras). We'll discuss how Exodus is changing the game camera industry and why you should consider Exodus Trail Cameras for your next trail camera purchase. Also, Chad shares a hunting story you won't want to miss! I'm excited to share this podcast. I had the opportunity to meet some of the Exodus folks at the Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg, PA last year and was immediately blown away by their industry leading "no bullshit" product warranty policy. The fact that the Exodus team are some great guys, and passionate deer hunters, makes this a company worth supporting. Check out the podcast and learn about Exodus Trail Cameras and listen to two guys talk deer hunting. To listen to the podcast click the orange play button at the top of the page.  You can also download the podcast via iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Google Play—don't forget to  share with your friends! If you like the podcast, please leave us a 5 star iTunes rating...we'd really appreciate it. Click here to listen/subscribe on iTunes (best for iOS devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Stitcher (best for Android devices) Click here to listen/subscribe on Google Play Music (another option for Android devices)

What To Expect From Podcast #7 :

—Chad's background —Chad's 2015 hunting season —How Exodus Outdoor Gear started —The Exodus "no bullshit" guarantee —Exodus customer service —Tips to avoid camera theft and extend camera battery life —Exodus R&D and what their direct to consumer philosophy means for their customers —What's coming from Exodus in 2017 —Chad's first ever deer harvest story

Show Notes And Links:

—Find out more about Exodus Trail Cameras  —Check out Exodus accessories —Follow Exodus  on all their social media platforms for their latest information and upcoming product releases: Facebook ,  Twitter,  and, Instagram. —Don't forget to leave us a comment, or submit a question you'd like us to answer during a podcast in the form below [contact-form-7 id="493" title="Podcast Questions"]