Christian Outdoors Podcast

Tony Smotherman is one of the most respected gentlemen in the hunting industry. For over 25 years he has carved a living out of the hunting lifestyle. From early beginnings as a writer, to then buying Tennessee Outdoor news and turning it into the most read publication in Tennessee, to television host and more. Tony is also one of the hardest working people I have ever met.  Today as head of Influ...

Life often kicks us down, and then stomps on us when we are down. How can we find a way to enjoy God during these hard times? Today, I  discuss how we can keep our eyes on God during these times and know that He is right there with us and that nothing can separate us from the love of Christ. 

December 2018 Matt Branch's life changed when a freak hunting accident caused him to lose his left leg at the hip.  Matt played football at LSU from 2008-2012, and was on one of the best teams to ever play college football. He was big, strong and loved the outdoors. That all changed with the accident that cost him his leg. Matt shares his story with us of how the accident affected him and how his...

In the world of TV hunting shows, some shows stand out above the rest. This is one of those shows. The stories they tell, and the videography are on a different level. Raised Hunting is not your ordinary hunting show, it resonates with non-hunters, as well as hunters. Founder, David Holder weaves a masterful story through his narratives and videography that is some of the best in the industry.  ww...

Deer hunters are creatures of habit, so too are Christians, we seldom deviate from our comfort zones - unless it suits us. Today I  explore the 5 biggest mistakes deer hunters make, and then at about the 26 minute mark, I  jump into the 5 biggest mistakes of Christians

Davy Hite and I  go back nearly 40 years and we spend some time discussing our history, people who have meant a lot to us, and some of the accomplishments in Davy's career. We discuss his challenges along the way, his success as a fisherman and as a dad.  Much of the conversation also revolves around how he has handled the success as one of the best to ever cast a rod in professional bass fishing....

Feral hogs are an issue in many places, Sims Wingard spends much of his free time, chasing hogs with his well trained Leopard hounds in Lower Alabama. Today we hear his stories of hog hunting and how he shares his love of his dogs and his love for Jesus through Patsburg Hoggers.  You can reach him at; Patsburg Hoggers on YouTube Sims Wingard on IG, FB and Twitter and Sims_wing@yahoo.com

Daren Bulow of Casper, Wyoming joins me today to discuss how he has taken his comedy business and turned it into a way to help nonprofit companies and businesses. By managing his performances to generate funds for struggling nonprofits, he has built a reputation in the west.  Daren is also a passionate upland bird hunter and follows his German Shorthair pointers through the prairie of Wyoming chas...

The Creation Speaks is a ministry by my guest this week Pat Mingareli. A professional photographer, Pat uses his talents and gifts to minister through his pictures. He shares with us his passion for creation and sharing creation with others.  Pat also emphasizes that we all have gifts from God that we can use for his good. His daily verse of the day blog is very popular and share insight and encou...

Hunters are always trying to improve their properties for better deer. Wildlife Biologist Steve Shea joins me today to discuss how to prepare your property for the greatest benefit for your deer herd.  He also shares with us his passion for Christ and how his relationship with Christ has helped him to enjoy life, his family and all things outdoors better. 

Patrick Tyndall is one of the founders of Ironman Outdoors a men's ministry that works to connect men to Christ through the outdoors. Focusing on hunting and fishing retreats, Ironman Outdoors is a place to unite men and share the good news of Jesus Christ. Patrick shares with us the ministry, and how it came into being and some of the attributes of the ministry.  With hunting and fishing retreats...

We are picking up where we left off last week with Ms. Meredith McCord. Entrepreneur, professional fly angler, trip host and passionate follower of Jesus Christ.  We continue the conversation of her life as an angler and how she has been able to incorporate her love for Jesus in her adventures.  

Meredith McCord is a professional fly angler, holder of over 190 IGFA world records, entrepreneur, trip host and passionate follower of Jesus Christ.  In this two part interview we discuss her passion for fly fishing, and her passion for Christ that has taken her all over the world sharing the good news and landing record fish.  Meredith is candid, honest and pure joy to have on the show. I  am su...

In today's episode, we are talking with Christian Tetsch. A gentleman who began his hunting career at age 50.  Hunting is often a tradition passed down within families. But as we learn today, it was a neighbor who invited Christian to his first hunt. Since then, Christian says; "I  have found a home here." and he explains in detail his progression into the hunting lifestyle.  But also, Christian s...

After an accident as a child, Ken Byers could have thrown in the towel. instead he used it to motivate himself and his family. In today's episode, Ken shares how he overcame the accident, and how God used it to bring his family to Christ.  Ken Byers is one of the best known and respected men in his field. He is an entrepreneur, outdoorsman, hunter, and Christian. Ken has a great story of faith, fa...

In the middle of the Corona Virus is the truth that He is Risen! Jesus is alive, and your sins are forgiven. This episode we look at scripture, and read about the Last supper, crucifixion  and resurrection of Jesus and what that means for us. In the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak, we can take comfort that Jesus is still on the throne and nothing can stop that. 

In today's episode we are talking with outdoor writer, renowned crappie angler and leukemia survivor as he shares with us his journey into the world of outdoor writing. Philip also shares with us his passion for crappie fishing and how his diagnosis a few years ago of Leukemia has strengthened his relationship with Jesus Christ. 

We are in trying times. The COVID-19 Pandemic has the world scared, worried and confused. This episode, I try and make sense of this mess and look at what we as Christians can do to handle the disruption in our lives due to this virus. 

This is part 2 and we pick up at the conclusion of last week where we are talking with Zach Tatum and here we get to hear as he shares his story of his son Landon and his wife Taylor. Landon was born with some severe challenges, and Zach shares with us their journey, how God has helped them and about his son Landon.  This is a great story and one where you will hear the faith of God carry a family...

This is part 1 of a 2 part podcast. Zach Tatum is a Game Warden, husband and dad. His story is one that will pull your heart strings as he shares his experiences as a Game Warden, and as a dad to Landon.  In part 1 we are focusing on the Game Warden side of things and Zach and I  discuss some of the laws some of the violation of laws, and some of the mistakes sportsmen and women make while afield....

In this discussion, we are tackling a sensitive subject that is affecting the church we love. The United Methodist Church will decide in May of this year to split into two different denominations. Those who support the ordination of self-avowed practicing homosexuals and those who do not.  It is a difficult subject that affects many people, and is effecting the church in a way that is dominating t...

The Fallen Outdoors is an organization of veterans who love the outdoors and want to help other veterans or active duty enjoy the outdoors also.  Joel Campbell is the director of the North Dakota branch and a lover of Jesus. We spend about an hour learning about him and The Fallen Outdoors where we are "Living Our Dreams, Because They Gave Up Theirs".  We discuss how to get involved as a volunteer...

Protestants have long debated the differences between these two schools of thought and theology. Which is right? Are we predestined for salvation or not? Do we have any input in our own salvation? Dr. Philip Hunt joins me as we discuss this and our understanding of these two views. 

Dr. Philip Hunt joins me today to discuss fly fishing, and missions. This conversation began in a duck blind a few months ago when we began discussing what the church sees as missions in the modern world. We wandered all over the place and came to an understanding of what we feel it is today.  In this episode, Philip and I  discuss what we see missions today, and while we are at it, we also discus...

Miracles are everywhere. Sometimes we don't recognize them, other times they are obvious. In today's episode, i  share some observations of when miracles occur. And I  share some personal experiences of realizing miracles in my life. I  hope it will help you.