Midwest hunting and outdoors by 2 Dumb Asses

Part 1:  Tim explores moose hunting in Canada.  He is fortunate to link up with Birdman Outdoors.  Tune in as he has a discussion with his outfitter in Canada and takes in the beautiful view. Stay tuned for part 2:  Tim and his fellow hunters explore preparing for a Moose hunt and watch-outs.... Editor's note:  Turn volume up, our outfitter's were soft spoken and it will b...

SHOW LESS Tim and Joel explore invasive species.  In particular they take a deeper look at Thorny locust and Mullein.  Tune in to these as these 2 guys give us some important facts about these 2 species and how to manage them.   http://midwesthuntingandoutdoors.org/    If you like what we are doing, give us a like or better yet, follow us on Twitter, Facebook or subscribe...

Tim tells us about his "all-in" approach with the Cuddeback Cuddelink camera system.  He has tested it in the winter and is now getting ready for season.  Tune in to see if this system is a fit for you.   http://midwesthuntingandoutdoors.org/   If you like what we are doing, give us a like or better yet, follow us on Twitter, Facebook or subscribe to our channel on YouTube. &nb...

Tim and Joel explore pheasant survey for the state of Iowa for the 2022 season with State Wildlife Biologist Todd Bogenschutz.  Tune in as we ask some intriguing questions to Todd as we explore habitat impact and populations.  We hope you enjoy the episode. 2 Dumb Ass Store Link: https://my-store-c8fcaa.creator-sprin...   Iowa DNR Website and survey: https://www.iowadnr.gov/Hunting/...

The 2 Dumb Asses have a lot to be thankful for.  Support from friends, family and our listeners / viewers.  Listen in as they discuss learnings,  milestones achieved and favorite episodes.  We hope you enjoy the episode.     http://midwesthuntingandoutdoors.org/   If you like what we are doing, give us a like or better yet, follow us on Twitter, Facebook or...

There are a lot of reviews out there that you read on or listen to on products. The fact is, we never know if they are independent, true reviews. If they are getting a kick-back from a vendor or manufacturer.  At Midwest Hunting and Outdoors by 2 Dumb Asses we will "come clean" if we have a sponsorship that could be construed as a conflict of interest.  That stated, we do not have any cu...

Leveraging Nate's vast experience, the 2 Dumb Asses explore REAP program with Nate to understand more on what available from the NRCS.  Tune in as we continue to peel the onion on what's available for programs. We hope that you enjoy the episode and this mini series with NRCS.  If you have podcast ideas, send them our way. https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/site/national/home/ htt...

Leveraging Nate's vast experience, the 2 Dumb Asses explore EQIP program with Nate to understand more on what available from the NRCS.  Tune in as we continue to peel the onion on what's available for programs. We hope you enjoy the episode.   https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/site/national/home/  http://midwesthuntingandoutdoors.org/  If you like what we are doing, giv...

So many free resources out there.  We thought we would start to peel the onion a bit.  We are exploring the Natural Resources Conservation Service NRCS).  This is one of the services bundled under the USDA.  Please give it a watch as we explore deeper with Nate Rahe.  We hope you enjoy the episode.   https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/site/national/home/ ...

Tim and Joel select the winning trail camera from their Annual Super Bowl Trail Camera Challlenge before the big game.  1st off, none of these camera manufacturers are sponsors of ours, we do these challenges for you, the viewer and us of course, to see what is the best bang for our buck.   These cameras have many functionalities: Shutter speed, distance sensitivity, battery usage,...

In the previous episode, we kicked off the challenge with 8 different brands of cameras.  We are now in the semi-finals where 6 cameras compete to get to the final 3.  Tune in to see who makes it forward. http://midwesthuntingandoutdoors.org/   If you like what we are doing, give us a like or better yet, follow us on Twitter, Facebook or subscribe to our channel on YouTube.  If...

1st off, none of these camera manufacturers are sponsors of ours, we do these challenges for you, the viewer and us of course to see what is the best bang for our buck.  Last year we started a Super Bowl challenge of sort against all of our cameras.  We learned quite a bit on how the cameras "truly" function.  No we are not talking about that low calorie, alcoholic drink.  The...

In today's show, we take you through an unboxing update of the 4-pack of Cuddeback Cuddelink cameras.  These cameras are non-cellular, but are convertible to cellular if you wish at a later time.  We are going step-by-step series to ensure you understand what it takes to set these systems up and operate if you choose to make an investment.  The journey continues.  We are doing...

Tim and Joel explore the challenges and successes of the Midwest Hunting and Outdoors by 2 Dumb Assess during 2021. We look ahead to 2022 with several guests and exciting topics.  We appreciate you as listeners and the suggestions you have that help drive our show. Thank you and we look forward to the next year.

We are in Southern Iowa, right next to God's Country as we explore summer whitetail patterns with Iowa DNR's Tyler Harms -Wildlife Biometrician and Heath Van Waus - Wildlife Biologist.   Super excited to have these guys join our program.  This is a first time for Heath on our show, however, Tyler is a 3-time participant as some of you may know, he has walked us and our listeners thr...

We are on location at a very special place in Southern Iowa with special guest Terry Sedivec - Iowa Chair for National Deer Association.    We discuss conservation and the impact hunters have on the environment.  We dive deep into hunting habitat, specifically whitetail.  Had a super great time with Terry.  We think you will too, enjoy the show.     htt...

We are excited to have a special guest Andy Joseph with the Iowa Department of Agriculture.  He is also the State's Apiarist.  For those of you who may not know what that is its a fancy word for beekeeper.  As part of our mission on Midwest Hunting and Outdoors, we are focused on trying to teach others how to set your property up for creation of habitat.  This habitat takes on...

It is that time of year.  You know it the dog daze of July.  Most of your habitat and CRP work is completed minus a mowing or 2. Still a bit early to be putting up trail cameras.  No hunting seasons are open.  Probably not going to be putting up any tree stands yet either, just to darn hot.  So outside of possibly some quenching of your thirst, playing cards and throwing s...

We are excited and honored to have a special guest from the Rathbun Fish Hatchery.  Chris Clouse - Hatchery Manger has been at the hatchery for well over 20 years.  This hatchery is the most efficient hatchery in the world.  For those of you who don't know, the hatchery is located in beautiful Moravia, Iowa.  The lake is known for its crappies and walleye fishing.  Please...

Well sports fans it has been a heck of a year.  We want to thank all of you for your support. The 2 Dumb asses review the first year's episodes and set the stage for future podcasts. This episode shares an important announcement in the progression of show.   Drop us a line if you have any questions or comments.   E-Mail: midwesthintingandoutdoors2gmail.com    http://midwes...

This is our final episode of Pheasants Forever special guest Matt O'Connor.  If you have listened to the first two episodes you can see how knowledgeable he is.   We filmed these episodes in mid-January.  Not sure what else you do in mid-January but plan your future hunts and get ahead on a few episodes.  Pheasants Forever is an absolutely worthy organization in the preser...

In this episode we are featuring Matt O'Connor from Pheasants Forever and we discuss habitat creation for Upland birds.  Matt is an absolute sensei when it comes to Upland birds.  As you start thinking about upland bird hunting, be also thinking what you can do for habitat creation.   We filmed these episodes in mid-January.  Not sure what else you do in mid-January but pl...

it is that time of year where hunters start to think about upland bird hunting.  We filmed these episodes in mid-January.  Not sure what else you do in mid-January but plan your future hunts and get ahead on a few episodes.  In this episode we are featuring Matt O'Connor from Pheasants Forever.  An absolutely worthy organization in the preservation of Upland bird habitat. &nbsp...

We are talking turkey with Iowa's own Jim Coffey.  Jim is on the staff of the Iowa DNR as a Wildlife Biologists.  He specializes in turkeys.  More specifically, everything that encompasses the habitat of wild turkeys and makes them tick.  In this episode we explore what it takes to build turkey habitat on your property.  As we approach turkey season we thought it would be...

We are talking turkey with Iowa's own Jim Coffey.  Jim is on the staff of the Iowa DNR as a Wildlife Biologists.  He specializes in turkeys.  More specifically, everything that encompasses the habitat of wild turkeys and makes them tick.  As we approach turkey season we thought it would be great timing to release our episode with Jim.  Enjoy.     If you like...