Gamekeeper Podcast

Have you heard about the group of South Mississippi turkey poachers who were caught with over 100 illegal turkey kills in one season? This week we interview the Mississippi Game Wardens who dedicated their lives to solving this case. There were over 280 violations involving 14 people, and the violations stretched from their home state of Mississippi to Nebraska, and several states in-between. The...

This week we ask some in-depth turkey hunting questions to two of the best turkey hunters we know— Mossy Oak’s own Toxey Haas and Ronnie “Cuz” Strickland. Both have spent the majority of their lives in the turkey woods, and have seen and experienced it all. They finally sit down in the GK studio and we ask questions.  It’s a must listen podcast with tips to improve your turkey hunting skills.  Lis...

This week we continue to talk turkey with guests Jordan “Big Country” Blissett and Lake Pickle of Primos. We talk about how they got starting chasing turkeys and Jordan gives a detailed explanation of how a mouth call works. This one could save you $$$ as you pick out calls. It was a lot of fun and guaranteed you’ll learn something. Listen and Learn. Enjoy. Stay connected with GameKeepers:  Instag...

This week we continue our turkey discussion with George Mayfield. We explore some of the observations about wild turkeys he has made chasing them for the last fifty some odd years, we discuss calls and we end with him telling one his favorite stories. Guaranteed you’ll learn something. Listen and Learn. Enjoy. Stay connected with GameKeepers:  Instagram: @mossyoakgamekeepers Facebook: @GameKeepers...

This week we ask some in-depth turkey hunting questions of one our most popular guests from last year, Mr. George Mayfield. His lifetime of chasing turkeys has taught him a thing or two about closing the deal with tough longbeards. George sits down in the studio and we methodically ask him questions.  There is a lot of info that can be gleaned that will no doubt improve a listener’s turkey hunting...

This week we return to talking turkeys with Dr. Chamberlain and we ask him the question, “What have you learned in all your research that has made you a better turkey hunter?” We thought that might be some information we could all learn from.  It’s an interesting discussion that had our whole crew paying attention. Stay connected with GameKeepers:  Instagram: @mossyoakgamekeepers Facebook: @GameKe...

Technology can be a big help in making you a better hunter and Gamekeeper. In this episode we are joined by the guys from OnX (Jared Larsen, Andrew Willard, and Todd Williams) as they explain the many ways the OnX app can improve your game in the field. It’s incredibly useful information and we all learned from it.  We also ask a Mississippi hunter, Colby Upton, to tell us the story of a giant buc...

Joining us this episode is Devlin “Duck” Hodges, who plays pro football in between duck seasons. It’s a really fun interview with a guy who’s a passionate water fowler and world class duck caller. It’s interesting to hear about his evolution as a duck hunter, and how his time with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Ottawa Redbacks have led him to positively expose so many non-hunting people to his love o...

With temperatures across the whitetails range plunging and food sources depleting, we worry about deer herds being hungry and stressed. This week on the Gamekeepers podcast we talk about late season food plots, specifically Brassicas commonly known as turnips, rape, kale and radishes.  These unique cultivars have long been a workhorse component in the BioLogic food plot blends, and we explain why...

This week Dr. Marcus Lashley of the UF Deer Lab joins us to talk about burning. We discuss when, why, what equipment and permits you need, and we try to demystify a management tool that many are leery of incorporating into their annual practices. Marcus is brilliant at explaining the process. Of course, Toxey, our own self-admitted pyro, joins the discussion but first tells the story of Mr. Fox&ap...

On this week’s podcast the gang has an off the cuff discussion about some of our favorite “soft mast,” aka fruit tree and shrub species. We discussed the sites they occupy, management tips, planting times, strategies for improving hunting and sightings, morphology and anatomy, the importance of diversity, and more. You’ll hear about our favorite underrated species, and our votes for the best choic...

We sure do love duck hunting and managing for waterfowl, so we’re grateful to have Dr. Brian Davis from Mississippi State University join us in the studio this week. He answers all the questions we ask about ducks, their migration, banding, and how to improve our habitat to improve our hunting. There is a lot of fascinating information packed into one episode that will benefit both the waterfowl h...

With temps hovering around freezing or colder in most of the country, we decided to shift gears this week and think about warmer climes and fishing adventures. World class tarpon guide, Craig Brewer, joined us to deer hunt recently.  While he was in town we sat him down to explain what’s going on with the water quality of the Everglades and the Florida Keys. As Gamekeepers, we need to pay attentio...

For most of us, thoughts of squirrel hunting conjures up memories of early hunting experiences. But there are many serious squirrel hunters who use specialized .22 rifles with silencers and or insanely valued dogs that will amaze at what they can do. Squirrels are nature’s athletes and world class hiders that will put your camo and hunting skills to the test. This week our guest is George Brown, l...

How do you know if your property has exceeded the carrying capacity of deer? How do you know how many you need to shoot? Is there a strategy for when to cull does that seems to work best? This week we are joined by Dr. Steve Demarais of Mississippi State University to discuss these topics and much more. Steve has made a career of managing whitetails, and has a way of explaining things that makes i...

This week’s discussion centers around ways to improve the deer hunting for mature bucks on your property. Our featured guest, eccentric wildlife biologist Mark Thomas, does a deep dive on some of his best strategies such as:  ecotones, his Interspersion Index Enhancement AKA (Hub and Spoke), and elevated food plots that stretch across riparian zones. It’s fascinating strategic information. Mark Dr...

This week we change gears to waterfowl, and talk about decoys and decoy placement with Phil Kahnke (noted waterfowl photographer and content creator for Banded). We’re also joined by Mossy Oak’s Bill Sugg, who has been rethinking his decoy spreads since he first started duck hunting. What are ducks looking for? Why do they…? How can I…? Do I need…? There are a lot of questions answered and some kn...

Blood Trails are an inevitable part of a Gamekeeper’s life. Most end in joy, and some end in major frustration. This week we discuss how to understand the blood trail to make the best decisions. From reading sign to utilizing the latest technology we discuss it all. Gamekeepers Kennel Master, Bill Gibson, sits in, and guest David Westmoreland tells us about his incredible blood dog Stik (that Mr....

This week we touch a subject that is very dear to us all, introducing kids to the sport of hunting. What works, what doesn’t? How do you know when they are old enough to pull the trigger? You’ll hear thoughts and techniques to help everyone, guide and hunter have a rewarding experience. You’ll hear from seasoned hunters who have successfully introduced both young men and young ladies. If you’re in...

This week on The Gamekeeper Podcast we dig deep into the world of processing venison from two different angles. First, Brad Lockwood joins us on the phone to discuss “harvest to freezer” from a DIY standpoint. Brad has been a very prominent name in the DIY processing biz for years, and we spent time gleaning ideas and techniques from him including aging meat. Next up is Chris Herring, a well-respe...

This week we discuss deer hunting and guest Terry Drury, after telling the story of his largest buck to date and leaving everyone’s jaw on the floor, he provides a data dump of information that had everyone taking notes. Terry’s analogy of pre-rut and rut tactics, along with moon phases and temperatures was something serious deer hunters need to hear. Our second guest, Dave Nebraska of Mossy Oak,...

A lot of guys dream about having their own hunting property and consider partnering with some buddies…but how many people actually get it done? This week on the Gamekeepers Podcast we talk to Brooks Tinsley, rabid duck hunter who recently partnered with some friends and found a way to buy an island in the Mississippi River. The discussion centers around how to find a place and the process of turni...

Join us this week for a very special episode as we shift the focus and shine the spotlight on a very deserving organization. Dr. Marty Brunson, of Catch-a-Dream Foundation, sits in the guest chair and tells some uplifting and inspirational stories as only he can. For over twenty years, Catch-A-Dream has quietly taken over 750 terminally ill children hunting and fishing. You’ll learn what ‘DBG’ (Di...

This week we point the microphone at our own tree hugger, Dudley Phelps, and ask him a bunch of questions about oak trees. There is no doubt that a working knowledge of trees can make you a better woodsman and Gamekeeper.  Listen and learn what acorns drop first and last, plus- why they are so relished by deer and other wildlife.  Learn where certain trees grow and how you can add value to your pr...

This week on the Gamekeepers podcast, the guys discuss their thoughts on the best caliber and bullet choice for whitetails. Two guests join us, Pat Mundy of Nosler and Carsie Young, who just so happens to have been the third employee ever hired at Mossy Oak, and who also knows a whole lot about rifles. Calibers, bullet choices, sighting in techniques and understanding barrels and triggers are all...