DSC Campfires with Larry Weishuhn

In this episode, Larry Weishuhn sits down in the wilds of West Texas with Jeff Johnston of the NRA and American Hunter. Recorded on a sprawling 40,000-acre cattle ranch near the Mexican border, the two discuss the unique challenges of hunting the "fan-tailed" Carmen Mountain Whitetail in the high desert. Larry and Jeff swap stories about the rugged terrain, the necessity of quality optics, and the...

This episode of DSC’s Campfire features host Larry Weishuhn joined by returning guest Craig Archer and wildlife biologist Cyle Foley. Recorded in a hunting camp in the Rolling Plains of Texas, the trio dives deep into the science and strategy behind successful wildlife management. The Role of a Biologist: Cyle Foley explains his role as a consulting wildlife biologist. He emphasizes that effective...

Episode Overview In this special bonus episode, Larry Weishuhn welcomes listeners to 2026, reflecting on a fast-paced 2025 and sharing his excitement for the adventures ahead. He provides a roadmap of his upcoming hunts, convention appearances, and new content plans for the year. 2025 Recap & Recent Adventures Larry briefly touches on his late 2025 activities, including: Carmen Mountain Whitetail:...

In this episode of DSC’s Campfire, host Larry Weishuhn sits down with Craig Archer to explore the nuances of woodmanship, wildlife management, and the "lost art" of tracking animals after a shot. Reading the Signs: Archer emphasizes that modern hunters often focus on the shot but neglect the critical signs that follow. He stresses observing how an animal reacts—whether it "kicked up its back end,"...

Episode Summary: "Christmas Week Celebration" In this holiday episode, Larry Weishuhn reflects on the importance of family, tradition, and the outdoors during the Christmas season. He shares personal anecdotes from his life in Texas, bridging the gap between historical wilderness and modern conservation. Family Traditions: Larry discusses his plans to gather with his daughters and five grandchildr...

🦌 DSC's Campfires with Larry Weishuhn: Show Summary 🐻 This episode of DSC's Campfires features host Larry Weishuhn and guest David Cotton, covering a range of topics from charity events to thrilling hunting adventures with a special emphasis on family experiences. David Cotton begins by discussing his participation in a Toys for Tots golf tournament at Pinnacle Club on Cedar Creek Lake. This is...

🦌 Podcast Summary: Tale of Two Bucks This episode of DSC's Campfires features host Larry Weishuhn sharing two personal hunting stories from the current season. The episode also includes mentions of the DSC Convention in February and various sponsors. 🦌 Hunt One: The Absolute Monster Buck Larry details his first hunt on the Choctaw Hunting Lodge in southeastern Oklahoma, a property of 44,000 cont...

Larry sits down at the campfire with longtime friend, author, and professor Dr. Mike Arnold, recently named DSC Foundation’s Educator of the Year for 2026. The two visit about Mike’s lifetime of work in education and outdoor writing, then dive deep into his unforgettable hunt in the Scottish Highlands with Royal Outfitters UK. Mike recounts the toughness and magic of the mountains, pursuing hard-e...

Larry Answers Two Big Questions from Listeners In this engaging and insightful episode of DSC’s Campfires, Larry Weishuhn—Mr. Whitetail himself—pulls up a stump by the fire and dives into two listener-submitted questions that every hunter can appreciate. With his trademark blend of storytelling, humor, and deep field experience, Larry breaks down each topic in a way only he can. Question 1: A prac...

In this episode, Larry sits down with a group of legendary outdoorsmen including Choctaw Hunting Lodge’s Dusty Vickrey, Avient’s Jesse Baird, and former Shooting Times editor Jim Bequette. The conversation this show revolves around lots of hunting stories, Avient's Rapid Heat Releasing Barrel Technology, and much more fun-spirited conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

In this special bonus episode of the podcast, seasoned outdoorsman Sam Old joins the show to share his best deer season insights, strategies, and practical field wisdom. From understanding late-season deer behavior to choosing the right stand locations, Sam breaks down what hunters should be paying attention to right now. He offers real-world tips on scouting, feeding patterns, shot placement, equ...

Dr. Mike Arnold (www.mikearnoldoutdoors.com) describes to Larry his most recent trip to Africa involving hunting crocodiles, hyenas, capturing and moving rhinos and the adventures in doing so, such as he and his wife Francis being in a small, leaky rowboat surrounded by crocodiles and hippos, and pulling hairs from the tails of rhinos for genetic research...  Larry and Dr. Arnold also talk about h...

In this lighthearted and laughter-filled episode, Larry Weishuhn — known to many as Mr. Whitetail — reflects on his decades-long friendship and media adventures with legendary outdoor radio host Luke Clayton of Catfish Radio fame. The two share stories from their years in the outdoor industry, filled with humor, camaraderie, and good-natured ribbing that longtime listeners have come to love. Larry...

In this episode, Larry sits down with outdoorsman and storyteller Sam Old for a lively campfire conversation about hunting heritage, outdoor adventures, and lessons learned in the field. Sam shares memorable stories from his time in the woods, insights on wildlife conservation, and his personal philosophy on living close to nature. As always, Larry’s signature humor and warmth bring out the best c...

Larry rides solo on this episode talking about his Maine bear hunting adventure, as well as Edgar and David's fall bears on the Choctaw Hunting lodge. Larry also talks about his other adventure with some medical complications which became a doctor/surgery "adventure". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Larry sits down with Randy on a solo interview episode and talks about bear hunting with Wilderness Lodge Outfitters (https://wildernessescape.com/). Randy has been a guide and outfitter in the Northeast for decades and is a trusted expert in guiding and outfitting and also a close friend to Larry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of DSC’s Campfires, host Larry Weishuhn sits down in Maine with renowned guide and outfitter Randy Flannery and DSC Foundation director Abe Nayfa during a bear hunt. The conversation covers the challenges of bear hunting in unusual weather conditions, the impact of food sources and environmental changes on bear behavior, and the importance of patience and preparation in the field....

DSC’s Campfires with Larry WeishuhnColor-Phase Bears, Big Black Bruisers & a Day at Stealth Vision (with Dr. Mike Arnold)Episode Summary Pull up a chair—Larry welcomes friend and wildlife biologist Dr. Mike Arnold back to the fire to swap spring bear stories from British Columbia and Alberta, break down color-phase genetics, and nerd out on long-range Stealth Vision optics at company HQ in Crocket...

Lee Newton, collector and authority of Ruger No. 1 single-shot rifles joins Larry around the campfire this week to talk about the history, mystique and hunting with Bill Ruger’s classy and classic single shot rifles, the Ruger Number 1, including about the historic Club 21 rifles Ruger presented to legendary outdoor writers such as Jack O’Connor, Warren Page, Elmer Keith and others, including stor...

Larry is honored to be joined around the DSC Campfire this week by Kyle Stelter, CEO of the Wild Sheep Society of British Columbia, Co-Chair of the Wild Sheep Foundation and host of the weekly podcast "Talk is Sheep" to discuss what is being done in British Columbia, Canada to greatly improve sheep habitat through controlled burns, but also a unique project that keeps various British Columbia bigh...

John McAdams, podcaster, writer, YouTuber and Hunt Broker not to mention being tremendously knowledgeable about hunting firearms, bullets and ballistics after graduating from West Point, saw combat duty in Iraq and Afghanistan got into the outdoors/hunting/firearms field after leaving military service. He started doing a blog (www.thebiggamehuntingblog.com) , which lead to the Big Game Hunting Pod...

Joining Larry around the Campfire for the 300th episode is J. Wayne Fears, legendary outdoorsman, outdoor writer, editor, wildlife biologist, camp cook, speaker, storyteller supreme, book author..and someone Larry is extremely proud to call his friend! Fears is a member of the Explorer's Club and numerous Halls of Fame. He has written thousands of feature articles and at last count over 30 award-w...

Larry's podcast producer, Dustin Vaughn Warncke, sits down with outdoor legend, "Mr. Whitetail", Larry Weishuhn and discusses his beginning and early years, outdoor career, life lessons and the legacy he hopes to leave behind after 50 years of incredible media work in the outdoor industry. Larry Weishuhun is a professional wildlife biologist, outdoor writer, book author, artist, after-dinner speak...

While attending the 2025 DSC Summer Expo and DSCF Gala (www.dscf.org) Larry was able to visit with Doug Hamlin, NRA’s CEO about the new National Rifle Association and where he sees the organization heading in the future! A frank though inspiring conversation about the NRA (www. NRA.com), as well as how organizations such as the Dallas Safari Club (www.biggame.org) and others can work together to m...

Former U.S. Border Patrol Agent, handgun and rifle hunter, storyteller, and outdoor writer extraordinaire Shane Jahn sits down with Larry to discuss what got him into law enforcement and outdoor writing , but also how he came to love hunting in Africa, particularly pursuing Cape buffalo with large bore handguns. Shane and Larry also discuss GUN TALES, the fabulous nearly year-old online magazine (...