Nine Finger Chronicles - Deer Hunting Podcast

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, Dan talks with photographer and videographer Austin Thomas about how he got his start in the hunting industry and how he balances work and hunting. Austin walks us how he got his foot in the door creating content for some of the biggest brands in the hunting industry expands on how he values relationships over money. If you are interested in b...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles hunting podcast, Dan catches up with the CEO of the National Deer Alliance Nick Pinizzotto about what the NDA is currently working on as well as a recent success story from a hunt in Ohio. Nick explains at a high level what the NDA is all abut and how you can join for free. They discuss deer politics, thoughts on CWD, and much more. Then, the conversat...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, Dan chats with his North Dakota bowhunting brother Lucas Cayko about his successful 2018 hunting season. Dan and Lucas dive in to two specific hunts where he was able to harvest two different mature whitetails, one with a gun and one with a bow. But first, Lucas walks us through how his summer scouting led him to finding a deer heard that was...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles hunting podcast, Dan interviews Jerry Wydner of ElimiShield and Hunter Safety System about the new ElimiShield scent elimination system. The guys discuss the science behind the one of a kind scent elimination system and the science and technology behind it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check out Outdoor...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles Podcast, Dan talks with returning guest Mike Perry about his recent Ohio success on a 8 1/2 old buck. The guys discuss the area that this buck called how all the way down to the specific tree stand he shot him out of. Mike explain how in 2012 EHD hit this specific piece of property really hard killing 75% of the herd. While checking trail cameras this...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, Dan chats with Rick Henley about the process of starting a chapter of the Backcountry Hunters & Anglers in Iowa. Rick shares with Dan what steps the Iowa chapter needs to go through in order to make it official. Increasing membership Pint nights Constructing an official letter to the National Organization Identifying 3 state issues to addr...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles hunting podcast, Dan catches up with returning guest Justin Zarr and has a discussion about what actions we should take if we have yet to tag out during the rut. Spending more time in the stand. Find the does. Hunting specific terrain features. Checking trail cameras. Take a break if needed. Don't overthink the strategy this time of year. Anything...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, podcast Dan shares the story of harvesting his biggest buck to date and the amazing blood tracking adventure that followed. Even though the shot was back and did not instantly kill the buck, Dan's persistence paid off during the 2 day track job. The blood trail disappeared when heavy rain moved in and Dan was forced to grind search until dark. On...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles hunting podcast dan catches up with returning guest Byron Horton about his recent run-n-gun success on Ohio public land. The guys discuss how Byron went about locating this particular piece of public ground, scouting it, and eventually hunting it. He recalls running in to a ton of sign and that kept him from going in deeper than was the originally plan...

Have you ever lost a piece of hunting property, not knowing where you were going to hunt the upcoming fall? On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles hunting podcast, Dan talks with Nate Thomas about losing permission to hunt his main hunting property. With a little help from a friend he was able to gain access to a new farm. After his first trail camera pull he was able to locate some really...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles hunting podcast, Dan shares the story of a big buck that was recently harvested by Garrett Beirne in eastern Iowa. The two discuss how Garrett located this then instantly put together a plan to harvest. With a strategy in place and a handful of luck Garrett was able to connect on the Iowa giant buck early on in the archery season. Learn more about your...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles hunting podcast, Dan talks with Brian McCammon of Indiana about the properties he hunts and the strategies he uses to become successful. Brian discusses his food plots, access routes, quality of deer in his area and tree stand locations. Then, Brian talks about his favorite hunting spots and what time of year he likes to jump in to the timber along wit...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan is joined by returning guest Ted Bright as the two discuss their own approach to scent control. From laundry detergent and body wash to cover scents and other scent elimination products, the guys voice their opinions and share what scent control methods have worked for them throughout the years. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles Hunting Podcast, Dan chats with TW Norman of Oklahoma about his memorable 2017 hunting season. TW relives the season as he shares with us the harvest of two great bucks in Iowa and another giant 6 point buck in Illinois. Finally the two discuss, what seems to be the cherry on top of last season, his sons first ever whitetail harvest. I don't think...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles hunting podcast, Dan chats with author Craig Raleigh about the inspiration behind his new book The Hunters Way. The two discuss Craig's youth and his introduction in to becoming a hunter, they break down the book sections by sections, along with commentary about how this book plays in to current events happening within the hunting community right n...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles hunting podcast, Dan Chats with outdoor writer Scott Bestul about ways you can harvest your biggest buck. The two discuss what you need to do to prepare mentally, as well as potentially changing your entire approach to deer hunting. For those of you who are looking to take that next step in harvesting an older age-class deer or a buck with a bigger rac...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast Dan chats with Scott Vater of Wisconsin about his harvest of a big buck during the early archery season. The two discuss where this deer lived, the history of this buck on their farm, and what strategy Scott and his cousin put in place to try and kill this buck. This is a memory that Scott will not soon forget. Learn more about your ad choices....

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, Dan chats with Josh Dahlke of Scoutlook about the fictionality of their hunting app. They discuss the wind cone, mapping features, and game tracking options. If you are thinking about adding an app to your hunting regimen, this podcast should be a good start. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Our Sponsors: * Check...

BEHOLD! On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, Dan is once again joined by Justin Zarr of Bowhunting.com as they recap his Wyoming pronghorn and Wisconsin public land whitetail hunts. They dive in to why Justin was unsuccessful in Wyoming, what made the Wisconsin opener suck and awesome at the same time, as well as a discussion some early season hunting strategy and their expectati...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, Dan chats with New York native Jesse Wildman about leasing land, running a hunt club, and trying to start a Quality Deer Management Association branch in his home state of New York. The two also discuss some of the habitat management practices Jesse has begun to implement on his properties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, Dan finishes up this two part series with Cody D'Acquisto discussing hunting big bucks with aggressive bowhunting strategy. Cody explains why he loves hunting early season and talks about why access is the most important thing to consider when putting together a plan for a big buck. Then the two chat about how to get out of a mental rut an...

On this hunter profile of the Nine Finger Chronicles Podcast, I chat with Cody D'Acquisto. If the name sounds familiar, it's because his father on a legend in the deer hunting community as one of the greatest bowhunters to every do it. Cody shares with Dan his introduction in to deer hunting, what it was like growing up with a dad who was a hardcore bowhunters, and what he learned from his...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, Dan and Ryan complete the 3 part series of their Colorado elk hunt. Back on Interstate 80, this time heading back to Iowa, the guys discuss the finial days of the hunt, the hunting gear they used, and what if anything they would do different next time. They end the podcast talking about their elk hunting trip as a whole and whether or not is w...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, Dan and Ryan recap their first two days hunting elk in high-country. They discuss their introduction to deadfall and the difficulties of navigating the rough mountain terrain. Then, the guys talk about their first up close encounter with a bull elk, the strategy involved, and Ryan's shot opportunity. Be sure to keep a look out later this w...

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles Podcast, Dan is joined by his hunting buddy Ryan Eyberg as they speed down interstate 80 on their way to Colorado to hunt elk. In chapter one, they discuss how they prepared for their hunt, both physically and mentally. The also talk about some of their gear choices any why they think they are important. Lastly, the two chat about their expectations fo...