Habitat Podcast

Habitat Podcast #294 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back with a shorter episode talking with Al Tomechko of Vitalize Seed. Al and I get into what he's doing in Ohio right now with his fall food plots to help them make it through to the fall during one of the worst droughts on record for the Ohio River Valley region. We discuss: The worst drought in a century Livestock sales du...

Habitat Podcast #293 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back with a mini-series on something that doesn't get talked about as much as it should. We are going to be bringing you "The Small Parcel Series" over the next few weeks, deep-diving into habitat management on small pieces of property. On this episode, we sit down with former land plan client David Hoy to talk about his 10-a...

Habitat Podcast #292 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back with another bonus episode with my good friend Andy over at the.deercamp.podcast. He sits down with Matt Lehr to talk about chasing an Illinois giant. We discuss: The origins of The Mobile Hunter's Dojo The joy in building a hunting community Creating platforms for hunters to connect and learn Hunting solo versus the dee...

Habitat Podcast #291 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio doing my end-of-summer update on all of the happenings with the numerous habitat projects I have going on and my pre-season checklist. We discuss: Late August means bow season prep Food plots are growing, bucks are browsing Prepping food plots against a dry spell EHD concerns Logging projects wrapping up Ho...

Habitat Podcast #290 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with repeat offenders Brian Halbleib and Cory Franceus talking about the top things you forgot to do before hunting season. We discuss: A Fraudulent Real Estate Listing Scam The importance of building positive relationships with neighbors The challenges of dealing with bad neighbors Tackling last-minute hab...

Habitat Podcast #289 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Allen messing. Allen is a rep for one of our partners Midwest Lifestyle Properties and also manages several properties for clients. We discuss: Enhancing land value with timber Importance of strategic road systems Profitable land flipping techniques How to choose & work with loggers Ways to boost land...

Habitat Podcast #288 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Nick Nation. Nick is the owner of the Habitat Hook and has been managing habitat on his home farm for years. We discuss: The Habitat Hook Enhancing a small property for deer Innovating on a 20-acre wildlife playground Utilizing neighboring land features Designing habitat around a centrally located hous...

Habitat Podcast #287 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Raleigh Galiano. Raleigh lives in southern Louisiana and hunts on his farm in Mississippi where we did a land plan 2 years ago. We discuss: Mastering Habitat in the South Thick habitats change the game Strategic tree cutting is key Using drones for property insights Post-season scouting in the south Ha...

Habitat Podcast #286 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Jordan Hanks and Andy Hutchens. We break down fall food plots from 3 different parts and soil types of the Midwest. We discuss: What equipment did we used starting out Small equipment can yield big results What equipment do we use now Maximizing food plots for all wildlife Designing habitat around deer...

Habitat Podcast #285 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Jake Matelic. Jake is a co-owner of Latitude Outdoors. We discuss: Jake's hunting origin The transition to mobile hunting The evolution of mobile hunting The comfort factor in hunting saddles Effective use of cover in hunting The impact of saddle hunting gear Transition from college football player to...

Habitat Podcast #284 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Zach Haas. Zach is a friend of the podcast who is a professional aquatic biologist specializing in ponds and water. We discuss: Summer Habitat Management Creating ponds on your property Designing your property around access Food plots and water holes Creating deer doorways Limiting the line of sight fo...

Habitat Podcast #282 - In today’s bonus episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are doing something a little different. Repeat guest and friend of the podcast Andrew Hutchens has recently launched his own podcast called The. Deercamp. Podcast where he talks with guys from all walks of life about deer camp-style hunting stories. From time to time we will be premiering a few of his episodes and this week...

Habitat Podcast #282 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Josh Webb. Josh is a friend of the podcast who is an elevator mechanic from Ohio and is a certified big-buck killer. We discuss: Hunting out of necessity Fruit trees trump food plots Staggered pear trees for cover Ground blinds and ozone for stealth Why unconventional tactics work Is Facebook A tool fo...

Habitat Podcast #281 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Al Tomechko. Al is the co-owner of Vitalize Seed Co with me and we are just finishing up our spring plantings. We discuss: The art of effective habitat management How to cultivate a living soil system Vitalize's Clover Chicory Mix Vitalize Seed's new products Carbon load tweaks for fall 2023 Fish ferti...

Habitat Podcast #280 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Doug Holmes. Doug is the owner of Downburst Seeders and recently joined me for a weekend of planting on the northern 70. We discuss: Prepping for the Total Archery Challenge Planting strategies for switchgrass Managing power line habitats Strategies for high-yield food plots Success with...

Habitat Podcast #279 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Andy Hutchens recapping the first-ever Habitat Day we held this past weekend at Andy's farm. We discuss: Raising $240 for Outdoor Driven The Downburst demo Crimping & planting Selective logging New habitat tools Timber to boost habitat plans. And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat...

Habitat Podcast #278 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Matt Zahl. Matt is a fellow Michigander who is a habitat manager in Western Michigan. We discuss: Leveraging cuts for deer Mass crop trees for wildlife Cultivating diverse ecosystems Installing culverts for access Building a sturdy creek bridge Benefits and timing of fall tree planting B...

Habitat Podcast #277 - In today’s bonus episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are doing something a little different. Repeat guest and friend of the podcast Andrew Hutchens has recently launched his own podcast called The. Deercamp. Podcast where he talks with guys from all walks of life about deer camp-style hunting stories. From time to time we will be premiering a few of his episodes and this week...

Habitat Podcast #276 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio on the.deercamp.podcast with my good friend Andy Hutchens talking about the upcoming Habitat Day on his northern Michigan farm. We discuss: Habitat Day details & benefits Tips for Spring Habitat Projects Updates on the HP 40 & Northern 70 Debate on no-till planting methods And So Much More! PATREON - Patreo...

Habitat Podcast #275 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Richard Rappley. Richard works for the NRCS in Illinois and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to government programs for your land. We discuss: Timber stand improvement CRP vs. EQIP Tackling invasive species Benefits of native plants Financial perks of eco-care Advice on brush and honeysuc...

Habitat Podcast #274 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Jon Teater. Jon is a habitat manager from New York who has numerous years of experience managing habitat in hill country. We discuss: The best trees for north slopes Designing habitat for deer movement Wind & water management Spring food plot prep Terrain manipulation Deer behavior & bedding tw...

Habitat Podcast #273 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are bringing you a brand new series called "A Week In The Field." In this series, we will discuss what habitat projects we are doing each specific week relating to the specific time of year. The third installment of this series is with our favorite Minnesota habitat manager Corey Sullivan talking about planning for food plots. We...

Habitat Podcast #272 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Paul Hollis. Paul is the owner of PH Outdoors and has been on the forefront of the advancements in no-till grain drills. We discuss: The art of no-till planting Ideal spring food plots Affordable, simple machinery The importance of soil tests Exclusion fences Prepping plots: A top spring task S...

Habitat Podcast #271 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Rich Hixson. Rich is the owner of tagged out seed products in Southern Ohio and has grown his fair share of big bucks. We discuss: Pulling a Winner for the Afflictor Broadheads Giveaway Reflections on 6 years of Habitat Podcast New HP40 Elevated Blind Building the 360 Pro XL Blind Rich's land c...

Habitat Podcast #270 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with repeat guest Frank Brock. Frank is one of the owners of Morse Nursery and is a wealth of knowledge about trees and what types to plant depending on what part of the country you are in. We discuss: The top 5 hardy tree varieties The Best trees for cold & arid climates Spring vs Fall planting Spr...