Sportsmen's Empire - Western Big Game Hunting

Jason wrangles Buddy into another episode now that he is back from a pretty epic big game season, Jason has a skunk story (or two) for a good laugh and Buddy gives his prediction on why someone didn’t show up to work on their first day.  We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Alpha Dog Nutrition and Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.  Want to le...

This episode drops on the Monday before Thanksgiving.  Steve extolls the joys of one of his favorite times of year as the episode opens.  Thanksgiving could well be called the hunter’s holiday since so much hunting activity routinely takes place on and around the traditional holiday. Fellow podcast content creator Clayton Stark’s post on social media forms the basis for reflections by many members...

In this episode of the Range Podcast, host Ricky Brule, Nate Axtman, Paul Vincent and Damon Wolfe talk about the Mule Deer adventure they are currently on. The trip begins with bad weather but when the sky opens up, the deer begin to show themselves.  They tell the story of a buck named Frankenstein, with whom they dedicate a majority of their time to finding. Patience is the name of the game and...

When hunters talk, some conversations are deep, intriguing, and meaningful. Heath and George have many off-the-record discussions about everything from dog habits to training techniques and nutrition.  Those conversations are too good not to share. Do you have a parachute in case things go bad? Join us every Wednesday for these types of conversations.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...

In this episode of the  No Lowballers Podcast , hosts Logan Metesh and Allen Forkner are joined by Seth Swerczek from Hornady to celebrate the company’s 75th anniversary. They discuss Hornady’s rich history, groundbreaking innovations like the 17 HMR and LeverEvolution ammunition, and the company’s commitment to the shooting community. From post-World War II origins to modern innovations and a vis...

Dan and Austin have been hunting together for the last couple years. When the deer activity slowed down on their individual chunks of private ground they decided to call an audible and shift their focus to a piece of public land that Dan and his family have been trail riding and camping on. After seeing several rub and scrape lines Dan decided to take his son Canyon out during the youth season and...

In today's episode, Jacob details how he broke down a piece of out of state public land, and in relatively short order, tagged a mature 11 pointer. As he outlines his hunt, he goes back to last fall when he felt he needed to add another state to his whitetail season. During the summer, Jacob spend time examining maps of public and private, and tried to identify a drainage system that would have se...

In this episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch is joined by Brian Melvin.  During the Segment A 2024 New Jersey Bear Season, Brian killed a 770 lb field dressed bear.  It's estimated live weight is around 900 pounds! He recounts the story of this record-breaking bear hunt, the challenges faced during retrieval, and the unique characteristics of the bear he hunted. Brian discusses the history...

On this episode of GOHUNT’s  Western Rookie Podcast, Brian has Whitney Tramel on the podcast to talk about building a life to be able to hunt more! In this episode, Brian Krebs and Whitney Trammell discuss the different approaches to hunting and the importance of starting with more approachable hunts. They emphasize the value of learning foundational skills and building experience gradually. They...

In this episode of the Range Podcast, host Ricky Brule discusses an upcoming film project with talented creatives Paul Vincent and Damon Wolfe. They delve into the excitement of the project, the roles each member will play, and the importance of collaboration and partnerships with various brands.  The conversation highlights the creative process behind hunting films, the gear being used, and the p...

In this episode of No Lowballers, Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner of GunBroker sit down with Steven Gilcreast and Phil Strader from the SIG Sauer Academy, exploring its history, growth, and vision for the future of firearm training. From employee engagement at its exclusive ranges to exciting partnerships in the MMA and defense communities, our guests discuss what sets the S...

Is Car chasing in their genetics? Heath runs through the scent imprinting process he’s been posting on social media. He recaps the dos and don’ts of steps 1 through 4. If you want to keep your young dogs busy and challenge them,  you better grab a pad and pencil this is a hot one.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of persona...

Weston, Caleb and Jared made the 15 hour drive from central Florida to join Dan on his hunting properties to experience what midwestern whitetail hunting is all about. After several close encounters and first time experiences for each of the guys, the four of them discuss the differences in hunting Missouri vs. Florida. Between stories of glassing sessions, all day sits and even naps in the field...

As the great motivational speaker, Matt Foley, once said, "you're going to live on a steady diet of government cheese, and be living in a van down by the river". And if that sounds like you right now during the whitetail rut, then congratulations, you're doing the rut right. In today's episode, Jacob shares how he was able to gain new access to private hunting ground by doing a good deed and helpi...

Mark is no stranger to the podcast at this point and it's always nice to listen in as he and Steve catch up. Listen in as they talk Plott dogs, Coon hunts and more! We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Alpha Dog Nutrition and Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.  Want to learn more about Alpha Dog Nutrition? Check out the links below https://www...

In this episode of the Western Rookie Podcast, host Brian Krebs welcomes Ricky Brule, an experienced hunter and podcaster, to discuss various aspects of hunting, including strategies for applying for tags, the benefits of Go Hunt memberships, and the importance of trail camera analytics. They delve into Ricky's experiences with Western archery mule deer hunting and his transition to elk hunting, e...

On today’s episode Jason and Joe Yoder talk a bit about the different aspects and levels of involvement when it comes to hounds and other working animals.  Not everyone is cut out to be a breeder, professional handler or trainer but the important thing is that you enjoy what you can to its fullest.  The love of the hounds is what keeps us all plunging into the darkness, but we as Houndsmen should...

In this episode of The Range Podcast, host Ricky Brule and guest Joshua Hubbs discuss their current 'shiny objects' in the world of archery and photography. They delve into gear recommendations, upcoming hunts, and the excitement surrounding new equipment. The conversation highlights the importance of sharing experiences and connecting with the outdoor community. Takeaways Photography gear is esse...

In this week’s episode, Logan Metesh of High Caliber History and Allen Forkner delve into the impact of WWII veterans on modern hunting gear and practices with Nosler's VP of Sales and Marketing, Pat Mundy. They discuss the revolutionary changes in hunting equipment, from Nosler's partition bullets to the optical advancements by Leupold, and how these innovations have shaped modern hunting practic...

Project upland contributor and trainer, Jason Carter from Merrymeeting Kennels teaches us training techniques to help gun-shy dogs overcome fear. Heath also gets Jason to talk about his latest article in Project Upland Magazine about conditioning your dog for hunting season. This is a great episode you’re not going to want to miss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for...

In today's episode, Jacob shares his rut experiences as he is bouncing to 2 different pieces of big woods public land in 2 different nearby states. He has had some encounters with bucks cruising and has had some success in finding good bucks on a new piece of hill country public. Listen as Jacob breaks down his approach on these 2 pieces of terrain and what he is paying attention to and how he is...

On this episode of GOHUNT’s  Western Rookie Podcast, Brian and Abbey share the final part to their Wyoming Antelope Trip! In this podcast episode, Brian and Abby recap their antelope hunting trip, detailing their experiences from planning to execution. They share stories from each day, including challenges faced, successful shots, and the excitement of tagging out. The conversation highlights the...

Steve has been back on the road again and getting to the woods with longtime friend Randy Smith of Lone Pine Kennels.  In between hunts Steve and Randy sat down to recap the week's events and talk some Lone Pine walker dogs. We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Alpha Dog Nutrition and Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.  Want to learn more abou...

In this episode of The Range Podcast, host Ricky Brule welcomes Joshua Hubbs, a passionate archer and digital creator. They discuss Joshua's recent hunting experiences in New Mexico, his bow setup, and the intricacies of archery equipment.  Joshua shares his journey into bow hunting, detailing the challenges and triumphs he faced while learning to shoot a bow. He discusses his excitement about win...

On this episode Huntavore, Nick is making the best of a current situation.  I’m sure like a lot of busy dad’s, the opportunity to get on hunts has been few and far between.  With only a handful of sits, Nick is biding his time.  While in this hunting purgatory, he has had the opportunity to assist successful hunters.  Two hunters hired Nick to process their 2 New Mexico bull elk.  He goes on his a...