Christian Outdoors Podcast

Not many people get to experience the fullness of the Alaskan wilderness and the granduer of God's creation. Today's guests gets to do both! Ben Pettway and I met at a Wild Game Dinner where I was the Keynote speaker. After the show, he introduces himself and tells me he is a guide for moose, Dalls Sheep, Inland grizzly and coastal brown bears in Alaska.  After talking to him for a while and seein...

What is happening to the Wild Turkey? Why is the population in decline? How can we save the Wild Turkey? What can I do to help the turkeys in my area? This and more are discussed this week as we have who is considered by most as the foremost knowledgeable person about the wild turkey in America. Dr. Mike Chamberlain. Dr. Chamberlain and I discuss an array of topics about the wild turkey, from habi...

Ted Nugent, Uncle Ted, Motor City Madman, The Nuge! Regardless of what you call him, Ted Nugent is a voice crying in the wilderness for the God given American rights. He is as passionate as anyone I have ever known or met. His knowledge, of all things related to the outdoors, adn politics are second ot none. And his ability to vocalize them in an entertaining, but poignant manner is something that...

What is it like for a woman to leave all she knows and move to Seward, Alaska?  Growing up in Oregon, Heather Blair only knew that world. A dedicated follower of Christ, she was diligent in seeking someone God had for her. As so often happens in relationships, it was a "happenstance" meeting of two diverse individuals that turned into a life together in Seward, Alaska.  Heather and her husband Mat...

In 1986, seventeen year old Chad Waligura was having a normal day with his friends. Swimming, laughing and more until he dove into the pool and struck the bottom, breaking his neck at the C7. Before anyone noticed he was at the bottom, Chad drowned...adults at the event went into action pulled him from the water and resuscitated him, bringing him back to life.  3 weeks later he was in the woods ch...

Electric bicycles have taken over the backcountry. Hunters and anglers can now access areas that were previously unreachable. Today we talk with Bryan Child and Dave Anders of Bakcou bicycles and learn everything there is to know about E-Bikes.  laws, policies, and the different types of bicycles they make from chain drive, to hub motors and more.  We also learn about how Bakcou is a Christian com...

Johnathan McCormick is known for his passion for Family, Fitness and Faith. His podcast and YouTube channel are titled Red Beard Outdoors. His ginger beard is obvious but his passion for the outdoors, being physically fit as well as he can and encourging others to be their best selves is contageous.  Today we discuss how to get fit using some of the products he endorses, and how our passion for Ch...

Is it a walk in the woods, or are we hiking? There is a difference, and today we are joined by John Felton from the Instagram and YouTube channel "As the Crow Flies Hiking" John is a passionate backpacker and hiker from Birmingham, Alabama. He hikes primarily in the southeast, but travels west annually to hike some of the beautiful areas in the western parts of the USA.  Today we discuss how to ge...

Bird Dog Beans takes pride in sourcing and roasting the finest coffee's in the world! With sources all across the globe, there is a coffee and a blend just for you. Bird Dog Beans is a supporter of Christian Outdoors Podcast and it is a thrill to have them on the show as we discuss how coffee is made, where it comes from and wht it takes to mnake custom blends of coffee.  A personal favorite is th...

Jimmy Blackman served our country for 30 years leading soldiers in the US Army before retiring. His resume is long and prestigious. Including;   He is an author, professional speaker, leadership consultant, and founder of JFB Leadership. Having spent 30 years leading soldiers in the U.S. Army, including two tours to the Balkans, two tours in Iraq, and two tours in Afghanistan, I understand how to...

Most people know Gerald Swindle as "The G-Man" but he is also known as "The Funniest Man in Bass Fishing" Gerald Swindle is also a 2 time Angler of the Year and has 62 top 10 and 92 top 20 finishes in Bass tournaments. Gerald is one of those men who made it happen. By a determined work ethic and positive mental attitude, he took his passion and made a living catching fish. Along the way, he has ea...

As an outdoor writer there are few who carry the mantle better or with more integrity than today's guest. Larry Weishuhn has written more, been on TV more, hunted every contintent and taken more game than just about anyone alive. But it is his humility, his integrity and his passion for Christ that is infectious. Larry is the real deal, as a member of the Legends of the Outdoors Hall of Fame, and...

It's TURKEY SEASON!  if you listen to my show, you know that I love nothing more than hunting turkeys. Today, I am joined with Chris Taylor of Glasgow, Ky who also has a turkey addiction and we discuss some basic "how-to" stuff about turkeys.  Chris and I use different tactics but get the same results, we can share some of our favorite tactics and methods as well as sharing some of our "go-to" cal...

Born in Brazil, now manufactured in Bainbridge Georgia, Taurus USA is changing the game for quality affordable handguns. Whether it is for everyday carry, home protection, comtetition shooting or hunting. Taurus handguns are some of the best available today.  Christian Outdoors Podcast is thrilled to have Taurus USA is the Title Sponsor of our show. We have been a fan for years. Both for my EDC an...

The movement from hunting guide to outfitter to hunting consultant and trip planner is an exciting journey. Today, Jacob Huckaby shares his journey and some of life's struggles along the way. www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com   www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org  

What is America's next great firearms company? Watchtower is on the verge of assuming that title. Built from strictly American made parts, designed by Americans, and assembled in Texas. Watchtower Firearms is staking its claim as the next great American firearms company. Founded by Jason Colosky, a veteran who served our country for many years, his dedication to quality, and America are second to...

What is it like to catch world record fish? Today, Wyoming resident and dedicated angler Patrick Edwards joins me to discuss how to target world record fish and how to catch them. We also get into his faith journey and the things that are most important to him.   www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com   www.nukemhunting...

The Christian Outdoor Fellowship of America is dedicated to helping people experience the great outdoors while also helping them to experience a relationship with Christ. www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com   www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org  

Legendary all-American frontman and guitarist, Mark Farner, was the engine that pulled the original Grand Funk Railroad repeatedly to the top of the charts, and today he's a platinum recording artist 30 times over. At age 75, Farner commands the stage with the same intensity and outpouring of love as he did during the summer of '69 and his fans are still flocking to see "the Captain." The rock pat...

Brent Alan Henderson is a nationwide speaker, published author, professional outdoorsman, John Maxwell certified life coach, ordained pastor, national recording artist, and the Executive Director of  Unleashed. Men . He's toured with Dove and Grammy Award winning artists including Steven Curtis Chapman, Sandi Patti, Avalon, and Crystal Lewis. Brent is an in demand speaker and has been featured at...

Getting a royal turkey slam in a hunting career is a great accomplsihment for any dedicated turkey hunter. Doing it in one season is amazing. Just the logistics alone can be daunting. But to be able to travel from Florida, North Carolina, South Dakota, Texas and Mexico and get a bird in the same season is a feat few have accomplished.  Pat Newcomb is the designer and developer of Nukem Grab and Go...

I have done this show for 218 episodes and have met a lot of fine people and heard a plethora of stories and encounters with Christ. Few, if any are as passionate about sharing Jesus to others as is today's guest. Andy Kaminski with Rugged Cross outdoors has a passion for Jesus that is infectious, and sincere. Speaking with Andy was unlike any interview I have done. His deep passion for Jesus and...

Are you Fueled by Faith? Does your faith drive you and and your decisions? For many of us it does not, but today's guests Jake Barfield and Jackson Owens crossed paths, accidently and instantly hit it off. After a few days they realize they had a connection as brothers in Christ. They decided to form a ministry where they could combine their passion for the outdoors and their passion for Christ. F...

In the world of archery hunting, some of the biggest debates and squabbles are centered around which broadhead you shoot and why. There are hundreds of designs, dozens of manufactuers and styles taht cause a pleothera of discussions in hunting camp.  Mechanical, fixed, vented, unvented, double bevel, single bevel, two blade, three blade, four blade, replaceable blade, lightweight, heavy, steel, al...

Warriors never stop being warriors. They are trained to be a warrior for life, and when they return from active combat, for many of them, it is difficult to transition back into civilian life. The warrior in them is constant.  johnny Benton is a warrior who served our country in some of the most challenging and difficult circumstances any human should ever endure. Today, he is helping other warrio...