Sportsmen's Empire - Western Big Game Hunting

In this episode, Adam Berkelmans and Justin Townsend join Nick on the show to discuss the intricacies of sausage making, focusing on the newly released book 'The Art of Venison Sausage Making.' They explore the science behind sausage making, essential tips for novices, and the social aspects of the craft. The conversation also delves into various types of sausages, the importance of casings, and t...

Running in high heat and humidity has an extremely adverse effect on our hounds. Heath goes back over how to prevent heat stroke, heat exhaustion and the main care for your hounds with none other than Dr. Garrett Bailey.  IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt  Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Darkenergy OnX  Double U Hunting Supply Quick-track.com Muddy River Transport  Inukshuk: I...

Within the world of purebred coonhounds there exists seven recognized breeds, each with a national association that affiliates with the major coonhound registry, United Kennel Club.  These associations exist not only to steer the future of the individual breeds within the registry, but also as a fraternity, or sorority as the case may be, of individuals devoted to the breed.  None is more tightkni...

If you have ever wondered what arrow vane combination controls broadheads the best, how different are the aerodynamics between a fixed and mechanical broadhead, or does a 4mm arrow shaft really make a difference, then you should be excited to hear that prominent bowhunter, and author, James Yates (Western Bowhunter Magazine) has published the data that he independently gathered while working to an...

In this episode, Dan Johnson introduces himself as the new host of the Western Rookie Podcast, sharing his background in hunting and podcasting. He converses with Adam Parr about the transition from hunting in Michigan to Colorado, discussing the challenges and learning curves associated with Western hunting. They delve into the importance of proper gear, physical preparation, and navigating acces...

In this episode, Ricky Brule and Jake Hollywood Iverson sit down with Ben Guttormson, an experienced bow hunter and representative in the outdoor space.  They discuss Ben's background in archery, his experiences hunting in Montana, and the technical aspects of the Xpedition line of bows.  The conversation delves into hunting stories, tips for success in bow hunting, and the importance of patience...

Traveling to hunt in different parts of the country will expose your hounds to different terrain, different styles and different challenges. While in Wisconsin hunting with Ross Ellwagner, Heath saw all those in this trip. On the way to a Rodeo Heath and Ross had a conversation about training and how the timing of corrections can classic condition more issues that sometimes we don’t think about. I...

In this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, host Dan Johnson and guest Mitchell Shirk dive deep into the world of bear hunting. They discuss the excitement and challenges of hunting bears, the impact of bear populations on other wildlife, and the strategies involved in successfully tracking and hunting bears. Mitchell shares his personal experiences, including the thrill of hunting bear...

The availability of offline mapping and the associated tools with hunt map app platforms is arguably the most significant technological change in the hunting space ever. Sure, trail cams and cell cams have made a difference, but everyone who hunts any sort of big game is likely using some sort of hunt map application. In today's episode, Jacob shares some of the updates that he has taken note of o...

This week on the Missouri Woods & Water Podcast the guys get the chance to talk with FoxPro's very own Jon Collins about a hot topic in the coyote hunting world in this MWW Classic episode.  As coyote hunters we have heard that it is getting harder and harder to hunt coyotes.  Is this true?  If it is, why?  We get into all of that with Jon.  We also talk about Jon's love for deer hunting, how he g...

In this episode, Brian Krebs and Dan Johnson discuss the transition of the Western Rookie podcast, with Dan taking over as host. They explore the evolution of Western hunting perspectives, the importance of learning through experience, and the launch of Dan's new podcast, Get Drawn West. The conversation highlights key takeaways from past guests, the significance of scouting and preparation, and t...

The Range Podcast is starting a new series called Arrow Loose. Where hosts Ricky Brule and Jake Hollywood Iverson discuss their experiences and insights on archery, hunting gear, and shooting technique, all while shooting their bows at long-distance targets.  In this episode, they share their excitement for upcoming fall hunts, testing various arrows and equipment, and the importance of proper set...

In this episode we journey to the village of Pope, in the southern tip of Panola County, Mississippi to visit with black coon hunter Rubert Morgan.  At age 74, Morgan has worn many hats; farmer, auto worker, collegiate bull rider, community official and coonhound breed association director to name a few.  Mr. Morgan provides an entertaining look at the life of a black kid growing up under segregat...

In this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan and Ken discuss the upcoming hunting season, focusing on trail cameras, gear preferences, and hunting strategies. They delve into the technology behind trail cameras, the importance of choosing the right bow and arrows, and the advantages of saddle hunting. The conversation also touches on muzzleloader experiences and the use of e-bikes for hunting...

In this engaging conversation, Parker and Jeff Stringer share their experiences in turkey hunting, the bond between father and son, and their journey into the world of archery equipment manufacturing. They discuss the importance of ethical hunting practices, the science behind broadhead design, and the joy of cooking and enjoying wild game. The episode highlights the significance of family, mentor...

Cannon was one of the  hounds Heath raised as a pup. In this episode listen to how Cannon's path to becoming a great hound transpired. This one takes a full circle. Cannon’s impact on Heath’s pack still carries on today. Catch you every Wednesday on What’s up Wednesday.    IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt      Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Darkenergy OnX  Double U Hunting S...

On this episode of the Western Rookie, Brian introduces Dan Johnson from the Sportsmen's Empire podcast network to catch up what their upcoming season looks like for western hunts as well as a big announcement with some changes coming to the Western Rookie Podcast.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adver...

We are inching ever closer to the fall hunting season. Now is the time to get out and do some summer glassing for those velvet whitetails. In today's episode, Jacob answers some questions about hunting public land for whitetails. Some of the questions include the following: - How do I find an overlooked spot? - What food sources should I key in on? - How do I get a deer out of a remote spot?  - Ho...

Similarities in age and geographical backgrounds make for easy conversation between Steve and his entertaining guest Leon Childers in this episode. Childers, born in eastern Kentucky, followed the path of many mountain-born boys whose families sought better jobs and better times in northern climes. For Childers, the move from the same area in which Steve’s grandparents were raised, it was a move t...

In this episode of the Range Podcast, host Ricky Brule and guest Brian Krebs discuss their shared passion for archery and hunting. They explore Brian's journey from a young hunter to a bow enthusiast, the evolution of bow technology, and the importance of social media in sharing hunting experiences.  The conversation also touches on the transition from the Western Rookie podcast to Brian's new ven...

In this conversation, Dan and Greg Farrell discuss the evolution of trail cameras, particularly the Reveal series by Tacticam. They explore the transition from summer to fall hunting patterns, the importance of reliability and customer service, and the innovative features of the Ultra series, including live streaming and GPS capabilities. The discussion emphasizes the user experience, customer fee...

This episode continues on from the last on the dogs that never got the credit they deserved. Sam made catching bears look easy, his determination, speed, fearlessness, and stick ultimately cost him his life. For 6 years i got to follow him on countless adventures and will be forever grateful.    IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt    Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Darkenergy On...

In this GOHUNT Bonus Episode of The Western Rookie podcast, Brian shares a full rundown of backup options for hunters who haven’t drawn a tag yet, including leftover tags, OTC opportunities, and first-come-first-serve permits across the West. He also delivers timely updates on the public land sale victory, a Colorado wolf controversy, and why it’s still worth hitting the mountains even when plans...

In today's episode, Jacob shares his thoughts on a recent public land scouting mission he took out of state, primarily to set up trail cams in a creek system. Jacob breaks down the terrain features that make this piece of out of state public land attractive, terrain features that he is looking for, and why he equates creek systems to private land field edges. Also, Jacob answers some questions he...

Eight months have lapsed since we last visited with Randy Smith of the highly regarded and immensely successful Lone Pine Treeing Walker Kennel in Pennsylvania. Steve and Randy share a wealth of information vital to anyone aspiring to make the bigtime in the coonhound world, whether as a breeder, trainer or competitor.  Additionally much important information is provided in the realm of raising he...