Moose Hunt Podcast

Episode 33 is recorded live from one of our base camps just two days before the September 2023 moose hunt. This episode is also the final episode in our five episodes in five days series.  This episode is simple- fun and laughs at camp with great people that God has put in your life. Listen in for a comical and light discussion as the team talks about plans for the coming hunt, joke with each othe...

Episode 32 host Chris Richards delivers on a very important message- respectful land use and some key things for people to keep in mind and know when entering the North Maine Woods. Our host then shifts the topic to address a listener request/question: "What are tips for late season moose hunting well after the rut". So many discussions focus on the pursuit of bulls in the rut so we than...

In this episode host Chris Richards sits down for a trip down memory lane with his younger brother Justin Richards for an in depth discussion on all aspects of Justin's 2021 Maine Moose Hunt.  The brothers bond over their shared love for the 375 Holland & Holland Magnum before then sharing the full story of an incredibly memorable moose hunt with lots of laughs, challenges and ultimately...

Episode 30 host Chris Richards has a discussion with team member Erik Poland for the 2nd in our 5 episodes in 5 days series.  The pair discuss stories of bulls that got away and some hard lessons learned through trial and error that we hope our listeners can learn from. The pair then take a moment to share an important message, appreciate and thank your support system at home. As hunters we have p...

Episode 29 nine is the first of a series of five episodes the team is releasing in the span of five days leading up to the 2023 September Maine Moose Hunting Season.  On this episode host Chris Richards sits down for an in depth solo informational session where he goes over 10 things our team shared as their top things people should NOT do on their moose hunt. The advice here ranges from practical...

Episode 28 is short but very special for our host.  Chris Richards sits down for a conversation with his two daughters, Kennedy (8) and Ella (6). The girls and their father share a couple of funny memories from their trips together scouting in the north Maine woods prior to a couple different remote camp family moose hunting trips over the years.  While not as informational or educational as our r...

Episode 27 is a discussion based on a request from one of our wonderful supporters and listeners, tips for hunters with a cow tag. While we are passionate about the pursuit of mature bulls, we also guide numerous people every year in the pursuit of cow moose as well. Cow hunts are certainly different and the tips in this episode will help you be successful.  The crew in this episode, host Chris Ri...

In episode 26 of the Moose Hunt Podcast host Chris Richards sits down for in depth conversations with many members of the team. In this special 2 hour episode our entire focus is on celebrating the life of our dear friend and mentor Guy Randlett.  Guy passed away July 5, 2023 just six weeks before the annual OMM Outfitters guide training, where this episode was ultimately recorded. This conversati...

Episode 25 host Chris Richards sits down to share his thoughts on a shot placement article recently published in the August 2023 issue of the Northwoods Sporting Journal. Chris shares his recommendation on moose shot placement, the type of specific bullet be prefers- regardless of caliber for moose hunting and his perspective on keeping the ethics of hunting shots in mind in a world where long ran...

Episode 24:  Host Chris Richards sits down for a conversation with OMM Team Member Adam Newall for a Santa Clause like conversation where we are making a list and checking it twice! The topic: the importance of organization and list making when packing for your moose hunt. The two guides share key things they bring with them and will frequently share the stories behind why they insist on having th...

On episode 23 of the moose hunt podcast host Chris Richards sits down for the first "solo episode" of the project. Chris jumps on the microphone to answer a very popular question  the team has been getting recently and that is "what does team OMM specifically have in their pack out kits?"  Chris goes into detail specifically about the knives, pack frame and game bags he uses an...

Episode 22 is a series of conversations between host Chris Richards and a variety of people from various back grounds, ages and walks of life. The episode includes the following: 1.) A conversation with  two unique guests: UMaine Vice President of Enrollment Norm Jones from Tennessee that doesn't hunt however attended the festival for the cultural experience as well at Gary Crocker a Maine co...

On Episode 21 of the Moose Hunt Podcast host Chris Richards sits down for a bit of a trip down memory lane with some family. Back by popular demand is his father William "Wild Bill" Richards and the pair are also joined by Justin Richards, brother of the host. Justin shared his findings on a recent research project he completed on the history of the Maine Moose Lottery and how the modern...

 Episode 20 of the moose hunt podcasts contains valuable tips for pre-season preparation brought by OMM team member David Jantti that is a professional physical trainer. The team at OMM takes great pride in pre-season preparation and scouting however often what is overlooked is how we as hunters can prepare our mind, body and spirit for the fall season ahead. David then shares details about his Se...

On this episode of the Moose Hunt Podcast host Chris Richards and team members Nathan Theriault & Ken Mayo sit down to hear two amazing moose hunting stories from two special guests. The first is the story from Chris's father Bill "Wild Bill" Richards and his first moose hunt from 1987 and the harvest of a beautiful bull with A LOT of history of what moose hunting in Maine was l...

On episode 18 of The Moose Hunt Podcast host Chris Richards sits down for an in depth, frank, no holding back conversation on the reality of legislative work on wildlife management issues in Maine with former state representative Tim Theriault. Team members Nathan Theriault and Dana Valleau also are a part of the conversation that ranges from Sunday hunting to deer winter yards to forestry practic...

Episode 17 of the Moose Hunt Podcast is recorded at the State of Maine Sportsman's Show in Augusta Maine. The first guest on the episode is Jason House- owner of Macannamac Camps who discusses their operation in the North Maine Woods as well as some history of the sporting traditions. Next is Mike Tuminaro of Maine Upland Guide service who shares his operation and passion for upland game hunt...

Episode 16 of the Moose Hunt Podcast takes a bit of a serious turn with a conversation between host Chris Richards and OMM Guide Ken Mayo as the two discuss the importance of faith and quality relationships- especially in times of trial. The overall theme of the episode is a discussion on perseverance being critical in not just moose hunting but also in life; and that persevering through challengi...

Episode 15 of the Moose Hunt Podcast consists of host Chris Richards sitting down with team members Dana Valleau and Ken Mayo for an educational discussion on important moose related topics as well as some crazy moose encounter stories. Dana Valleau, a wildlife biologist by training, discusses the life cycle and challenges of winter tick and the importance of science and research in making sounds...

On episode 14 of The Moose Hunt Podcast host Chris Richards sits down with Team Member Erik Poland on a record setting cold winter day in Maine to share stories from the great outdoors. Erik discusses some on his background before telling his exciting deer hunting adventure from the 2022 Maine deer hunting season and then tells the story of how he caught the new and current Maine State Record Lake...

In Episode 13 of the Moose Hunt Podcast, host Chris Richards sits down for a conversation with OMM Outfitters' Nathan Theriault and Ken Mayo. Chris is under the impression he is hosting a conversation with the fellow team members on a hall of fame bull known as "Big Louie". However, Nathan and Kenny decide to "flip the script" and surprise Chris with their plan to take ove...

In this episode of The Moose Hunt Podcast, host Chris Richards sits down with OMM Outfitters owner Nathan Theriault to discuss the in depth history of another OMM Hall of Fame Bull- a bull we know as "Troubadour". Nathan shares the years of encounters and spotting of the animal before OMM Guide Aaron and client harvested the magnificent bull during the 2022 September Maine moose season....

In episode 11 of the Moose Hunt Podcast host Chris Richards sits down with OMM Team Member Adam Newall for a broad discussion about hunting, guiding, education and opinions on shooting and shooting sticks. Adam is a physical education teacher by training with a deep passion for the outdoors having been born into a hunting and fishing family. Adam shares some of the unique lesson plans he used with...

In episode 10 of the Moose Hunt Podcast host Chris Richards sits down with OMM Outfitters owner Nathan Theriault and OMM Guides/Team Members Ken Mayo, Tom Hamilton and Dana Valleau to discuss the October 2022 Maine Moose hunt. The team discusses trends observed in the moose hunt, challenges faced in the October season, successful hunts as well as a couple hunts that did not turn out as planned. Gr...

On this episode of The Moose Hunt Podcast host Chris Richards sits down with guides Erik Poland, Bryce Morrison, Dylan Stevens and videographer Isaac Patri from one of OMM Outfitters' camps at the end of the September 2022 Maine Moose Hunt. The team discusses stories of their hunts from the week sharing the challenges, successes, humor and even a few key lessons learned along the way. The tea...