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In this episode of the HUNTR Podcast, we're joined by Tyler Geiger, founder of Nock Performance, a coaching community focused on helping men build stronger lives through accountability, discipline, fitness, and purpose. After transitioning from a career in law enforcement, Tyler shares his journey of leaving a stable career to pursue entrepreneurship, the mindset required to take risks, and th...

In this episode of Farm Companion, we discuss the changes we're making across our farms as we prepare for the upcoming hunting season. From gaining access to new ground in Pennsylvania and adding a Wisconsin lease, to adjusting our strategies based on deer behavior, weather conditions, and what we're seeing on the landscape right now, we break down the projects, observations, and decisions...

In this episode of the Hunter Podcast, we sit down with Brett Smith of Whitetail Land Management Services to tackle some of the biggest questions in modern deer hunting and habitat management. What does it actually take to turn a "biological desert" into a property that consistently holds mature bucks? Are supplemental feeding and nutrition helping or hurting the future of whitetail management? An...

In this episode of Farm Companion, we discuss everything happening on our farms right now as deer season inches closer. We discuss our large-scale supplemental feeding program, trail camera inventory, and the ongoing debate around the effectiveness of mock scrapes for both hunting and monitoring mature bucks. We also dive into deer behavior across different areas, discuss what makes some bucks mor...

Technology is changing hunting faster than ever...and not everyone agrees it's for the better. In this episode of the HUNTR Podcast, we dive into poaching, trespassing, drones, hunting ethics, and the growing role technology plays in modern deer hunting. From high-profile poaching cases to thermal drone regulations and the challenges of maintaining good neighbor relationships, this conversatio...

In this episode of Farm Companion, we break down what we're seeing across our farms as summer progresses and deer patterns begin to take shape. From habitat improvements, community scrapes, and blind placement to summer scouting and deer inventory, we discuss the projects we're working on right now and what our summer inventory is revealing about the bucks using these properties. We also d...

Chris Hood has spent a lifetime immersed in the hunting industry. From his family's involvement with Predator Camo to his work as a professional outdoor photographer, host of Cabela's Signature Outdoor Adventures, and founder of LVLHED, Chris has seen every side of the hunting world. In this episode, we dive into mature buck behavior, land management, hunting pressure, and the lessons Chri...

In this episode of Farm Companion, we break down the summer work that can make or break your deer season. From planting food plots and building better field layouts to fighting resistant weeds, improving deer nutrition, and debating feeding versus baiting regulations, we cover the habitat decisions we're making right now to set ourselves up for success this fall. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the...

Josh Jones (MFJJ) and Scot Evans join us to discuss the future of archery, the challenges facing pro shops, hunting technology, wildlife management, and the ongoing debate surrounding modern bowhunting. From crossbows and regulations to cell cameras and the next generation of hunters, this conversation covers some of the biggest issues shaping the sport today. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show....

In this episode of Farm Companion, we discuss the summer farm work that helps shape deer movement before hunting season. From planting beans, switchgrass, and screening cover to setting feeders, blinds, and trail cameras, we break down the projects we're focused on right now. We also discuss mature buck sightings, habitat management, herbicide strategies, EQIP updates, and how we're using...

In this episode of the HUNTR Podcast, we're joined by AJ Kazmierczak and Rick Hall from Lone Wolf Custom Gear for a wide-ranging conversation on mobile hunting, deer hunting strategy, gear evolution, public land access, and what separates consistently successful hunters from the rest. We dive into calculated aggression, saddle hunting, weather-driven decision making, calling tactics, hunting p...

In this episode of Farm Companion, we give a quick update on everything happening across our farms right now. From planting beans, switchgrass, and screening cover to setting blinds, mineral sites, feeders, and trail cameras, we're officially in the thick of summer preparation. We also break down the regulation changes in North Dakota and how they may affect hunters moving forward. Thanks for...

In this episode of HUNTR Podcast, we sit down with Taylor Thomas for one of the most raw and honest conversations we’ve had about the obsession behind chasing giant whitetails. Taylor opens up about surviving brain surgery, walking away from the day-to-day grind of business ownership, moving his family from Tennessee to Iowa, and what he believes it actually takes to consistently hunt mature bucks...

In this episode of Farm Companion, we break down everything happening on our farms right now including summer food plot prep, habitat management strategy, EHD concerns, and what it really takes to hold mature bucks over multiple seasons. This is the time of year where we lock in the work that gives us the best chance at a big buck this fall. Thanks for tuning in over Memorial Day weekend, and we’l...

In this episode of HUNTR Podcast, we dive into one of the most honest and controversial conversations we’ve had about the current state of hunting and conservation. From growing frustrations with organizations like the NDA and NWTF to declining turkey populations, baiting, access issues, trail camera technology, and state-by-state wildlife management, this episode covers the topics hunters across...

In this Farm Companion episode, we break down the long-term habitat strategy behind building better whitetail ground—from EQIP projects and switchgrass screening to large-scale clearcuts, food plots, access improvements, and the future plans shaping this farm for years to come. This is the time of year to lock in farm projects for big bucks this fall. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. SUBSCRIBE...

Buckle up. In this episode of the HUNTR Podcast, we welcome a very special guest, Ted Nugent, for one of the most unfiltered conversations we’ve ever had. From bowhunting and conservation to government overreach, Hunter Nation, and the legacy of Fred Bear, Ted sounds off on the future of hunting in America. We appreciate the passion Ted brings to the outdoors and the opportunity to hear his opinio...

In this Farm Companion, we break down soybean strategies, food plot planning, and how different bean varieties can impact deer movement from early season through late season. From browse pressure and pod production to blind setup, farm prep, and building properties that hold mature bucks longer, this episode covers the real decisions that shape better hunting. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show....

In this episode of HUNTR Podcast, Eric Hansen (Just Hunt Club) joins us to break down proposed deer hunting regulation changes in New York and what they could mean for hunters everywhere. From earn-a-buck concepts to pushing more doe harvest, we dig into why deer populations feel out of balance and what it actually takes to fix it. We cover season structure, hunter behavior, the processing hurdle,...

Are there too many deer on your farm? In this Farm Companion, we break down the real impact of deer density—covering EHD, aerial survey data, late winter carrying capacity, and how too many deer can quietly destroy habitat and limit your hunting success. We also dive into drone vs. camera surveys, managing populations through harvest, and how different farms require completely different strategies...

Wildlife habitat is disappearing across Appalachia—and most hunters don’t realize why. In this episode, we sit down with Eric Long and Cody Altizer to break down the real reason behind the decline, why “healthy forests” might actually be part of the problem, and what it’s going to take to bring grouse back. We also dive into their new nonprofit, the Give for Grouse Initiative, and how they plan to...

How we’re designing a farm that actually holds mature bucks—from food plot layout to feeders, bedding, and access strategy. We break down how small changes like cutting fields, creating edge, and placing feed correctly can completely change deer movement. From Ohio beans to Illinois setups and Kentucky habitat work, this is a full-system approach to building a property deer don’t want to leave. Si...

Most deer hunters focus on food plots—but that’s not what actually makes a property hold deer. In this episode, Brandon Beltz of Pheasants Forever breaks down why most deer habitat isn’t working and what you should be doing instead. From seed mixes and native grasses to invasive species control and long-term habitat strategy, this is a deep dive into building better ground for deer and all wildlif...

Dialing this farm in for big bucks—from prescribed fire and planting to dialing in feeding systems—we break down the real work behind building better deer habitat. From equipment upgrades to long-term planning like firebreaks and access, this is how we’re improving the farm the right way. It’s the work you put in this spring that keeps big bucks on your farm this fall. Sit back, relax, and enjoy t...

Thinking about buying hunting land? Watch this first. Tyler Markham (Legacy Acres Land Co.) breaks down the real truth about finding off-market properties, building a farm that actually hunts, and the biggest mistakes buyers make. From land strategy to deer management, this one could save you thousands—and years of frustration. We appreciate Tyler joining us in the studio, and we hope you enjoy th...