Boondocks Hunting Podcast

Send us Fan Mail What if you could turn a simple hunting trip into a story worth sharing around every campfire? Join us as we kick off with merican Mike from Backdown Productions, who breathes new life into the Echo Farms Hunting Club fundraiser in Henryville, Pennsylvania. Scheduled for June 29th, this event promises a blend of family fun, mouth-watering food, and a fierce archery competition. Bu...

Send us Fan Mail What was the bounty for killing a wolf in New Jersey back in 1675? Get ready for an electrifying trivia contest that will have you guessing historical facts and figures while learning fascinating New Jersey wildlife regulations. Our six enthusiastic contestants—Peyton, Steve, Frank, Kyle, Andrew, and Austin—battle it out for a $50 Cabela's gift card and the prestigious title...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the 2024 Turkey Talk Wrap-Up!. We kick off with an exciting announcement from merican Mike of Backdown Productions about the upcoming fundraiser for Echo Farms Hunting Club. Set for June 29th in Henryville, Pennsylvania, this family-friendly event features an archery competition, raffle prizes, and plenty of activities for the kids. Whether you can make it to the event...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how a city slicker becomes a wilderness wizard? John Goodwin of Wild Game Freaks joins me to recount the transformative journey from inexperienced newbie to expert hunter. We dissect the rites of passage every hunter must face, including the gripping tale of his first gut-shot deer and the trial by fire (or rain and snow) that comes with hunting in the toughest condi...

Send us Fan Mail When Steve finally triumphed over the elusive turkey, it wasn't just a win for him—it was a collective victory for all of us who've shared in his journey from fledgling to ace hunter. We crack open his story, spilling the secrets of dogged persistence and the split-second decisions that can make or break a hunt. Whether you wield a bow or shotgun, you'll find kinshi...

Send us Fan Mail When Ashleigh  Mason swapped her softball mitt for a hunting gun , little did she know she'd become a linchpin in the hunting community of Eastern North Carolina. This week, she joins me to recount her transition from the diamond to the wild, sharing the exhilaration of turkey hunts, her drenched triumph in a North Carolina downpour, and the camaraderie found amidst the great...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt the tranquility of the woods wash over you, or experienced the adrenaline rush of a hunt? Rob, creator of Ghillie Puck and former Marine, joins us to share how these moments not only shaped his personal journey but also sparked the flame of entrepreneurship. From fumbling his first bow release to innovating hunting gear that changes the game for newcomers, Rob&a...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt the heart-pounding excitement of a turkey hunt, where each moment is a blend of anticipation and surprise? Join Frank and Nyitray on a rollercoaster of emotions as we swap tales from our latest endeavors in the wild. We'll whisk you away to fog-laden mornings and close encounters with the elusive gobblers, sharing both the triumphs and the nail-biting near-...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets of seasoned turkey hunters and prepare for a wild ride through the woods as we cover everything from the heart-pounding excitement of close encounters with predators to the meticulous strategies behind bagging the elusive gobbler. Esteemed Dr. Mike Chamberlain, our resident wildlife expert, joins the fray, dropping knowledge bombs on turkey behavior and conserva...

Send us Fan Mail When childhood fascination grows into a lifetime of expertise, you get someone like Michael Chamberlain. Join us as Michael, from the University of Georgia, sits down with us to weave tales of his evolution from a suburban Virginia kid to a turkey hunting aficionado and wildlife management expert. His vibrant stories bridge the gap between the rush of the hunt and the meticulous s...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever stood, heart pounding, as the vast wilderness stares back, its untold stories simmering under the canopy? Mike Slinkard, master bowhunter and innovator, did more than just stand—he walked into the depths and emerged with tales that breathe life into the visceral thrill of the hunt. As we sit down with Mike, he envelops us in a world where each draw of the bowstring i...

Send us Fan Mail When Tyler Stallings marched into my studio with the Stealth Rig, a magnetic bow carrying harness, I knew archery enthusiasts were in for a treat. Our conversation takes you through Tyler's meticulous process of innovation, from a Marine with a problem to solve to an entrepreneur transforming the bowhunting landscape. Hear how his personal hunting escapades and the quest for...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what it takes to be a master deer hunter? The Garden State Outdoorsman Podcast rolls out the welcome mat once again for Brandon, the man who's made a name for himself as Carolina Reaper on social media, and the brains behind White Tail 101. Exploring the art of deer hunting, he unpacks his expertise in stand location selection, trail camera usage, and the crafty...

Send us Fan Mail As the St. Patrick's Day festivities unfurl, we're swapping shamrocks for arrows and welcoming the sharpshooting Zach Cooley from Knocked Outdoors. Our chat traverses Zac's evolution from gunpowder to archery in the wilds of upstate New York, illuminating the familial roots of his hunting heritage. Amidst the echoes of nature's call, we reminisce about those ea...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what it's like to savor the unique flavor of deer tongue or navigate the great outdoors with historical maps and LiDAR? Pull up a chair at the Garden State Outdoorsmen  roundtable, where Nyitray, Peyton, Frank, Steve and special guest Merican Mike, Chris, and Dave , bring you a treasure trove of hunting tales, laughs, and seasoned expertise. Prepare to be regaled...

Send us Fan Mail As the final echoes of deer woods  fade into the crisp air, we sit around the campfire one last time to share the tales and lessons from this past hunting season. Mike and Frank's account of the elusive buck in Jersey and Peyton's proud recount of a bear hunt are just samples of the stories that stitch together the fabric of our hunting tapestry. From the nerve-wracking...

Send us Fan Mail From the crackling flames of a Newark fire station to the whispering pines of the great outdoors, Gerard Suchelli's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. With Racketer Scents and Lures , he's carved a name in the hunting and fishing world, and as we sit down with him, we uncover the tale of a city kid turned entrepreneur. Over a decade, Gerard's built an arsena...

Send us Fan Mail The sheer magnitude of the Great American Outdoor Show left us in awe, and I, along with Frank and Steve, are buzzing to share the tales from our adventure among the endless aisles of outdoor wonders. From Frank's first-time astonishment to Steve's intriguing find of Camo Dust, we weave through the vibrant tapestry of attractions that go far beyond the typical hunting an...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever had your trail cam tampered with or, worse, stolen? Feel that sting of invasion and the loss of invaluable scouting data? Peyton has  been there, and in our latest episode, we tackle the prickly topic of trail cams on public land, sharing tales of frustration and the clash over ethics in the hunting community.  We're also buzzing about the much-anticipated Great...

Send us Fan Mail As the winter chill sets in and whitetails grow ever more elusive, Frank, Steve and I gather around the mic to share the bittersweet end of deer season, complete with its triumphs and tribulations. Have you ever felt the heart-pounding rush of a near-perfect shot, only for your quarry to vanish like a ghost in the woods? We know that feeling all too well, and in this episode, we r...

Send us Fan Mail When the echoes of the last shot fade into the crisp winter air, we gather around the warmth of shared stories, reflecting on the season's close and the promise of those to come. This episode takes you through the heartfelt recovery journey of our friend Peyton, as he navigates the ethical crossroads of hunting while injured. We unravel the lingering threads of responsibility...

Send us Fan Mail Picture the thrill of the hunt, the camaraderie of fellow outdoorsmen, and the crisp air of South Jersey's diverse landscapes—you'll find all that and more on this episode of the Garden State Outdoorsmen podcast. We've roped in a couple of new voices to the Boondocks Hunting Team , with Frank , the man behind Broadside Ambush Frank, sharing the evolution of his hunt...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how a seasoned hunter like Peyton Smith gears up for the relentless late-season chase? That's exactly what we explore in our latest episode, where Peyton unpacks the highs and lows of his holiday hunting adventures, from the icy waters of a Maryland sea duck hunt to the final days of deer season. We share a treasure trove of insights on the latest hunting , incl...

Send us Fan Mail As the final embers of 2023 fade into the crisp beginnings of 2024, I can't help but get swept away in a current of gratitude and excitement reflecting on our monumental year at The Garden  State Outdoorsmen Podcast. We've spun a rich tapestry of tales together, surpassing 100 episodes and nearing 20,000 downloads, thanks to you—our incredible listeners—and an array of i...

Send us Fan Mail Strap on your waders and string the lights—a holiday hunt is on the horizon! Our latest episode at Garden State Outdoors isn't just about the serenity of a goose blind or the thrill of a tight fishing line; it's a blend of Yuletide joy and outdoor camaraderie, wrapped up with a bout of COVID isolation and a dash of humor. Even from a lonely hotel room, dedication to the...