Sportsmen's Empire - Western Big Game Hunting

The Gone To The Dogs Podcast introduces its Legend Series of recordings with the nation’s best known and most revered raccoon hunters occupying the guest spot. This week the podcast features one of the sports most respected and longest running breeders of Treeing Walker Coonhounds, as Steve brings the renown Jim “Wildman” Meeks to the Gone To The Dogs microphone.   Meeks, a first ballot inductee i...

In this episode of The Range Podcast, Ricky is joined by a force to be reckoned with in the mountains of the west. Whether he’s nerding out as a hydrologist with the U.S. Forest Service, hunting, skiing or biking, Josh Boyd will spend over 200 days a year in the backcountry. Josh is a Sitka Big Game Ambassador and another notable passion is his love for writing, which has donned the pages of Bowhu...

In this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, host Dan discusses the importance of preparing for the upcoming hunting season, focusing on gear organization, safety checks, and effective hunting strategies. He shares personal experiences and tips on how to ensure that all equipment is in top condition, emphasizing the need for efficiency and readiness in the field. Dan also offers encouragement to f...

In this episode, The Troy Fowler discusses the critical elements of hunting, focusing on the roles of arrows and bows in the process of taking down deer. The discussion delves into the technical aspects of hunting equipment, particularly the importance of broadheads and inserts, and challenges common misconceptions about what truly contributes to a successful hunt. Troy also informs Nick of why th...

Part 2 of an amazing hunt in Wyoming. The stalk, the chase, the final ridge. Heath and Rick are able to close the distance on an outstanding bull. You don’t want to miss the ending. 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: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca   Darkenergy...

In this episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch reflects on his recent bear hunting trip in New Jersey, sharing both the challenges he faced and the lessons he learned. He discusses the preparation leading up to the hunt, the unexpected difficulties encountered during the trip, and the importance of self-reflection and personal growth in the face of adversity. Throughout the conversation, he e...

On this episode of the Western Rookie, the topic of conversation revolves around a successful Wyoming Mule Deer hunt in early October.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode Steve talks with North Carolina’s Mark Miller. Mark is a veteran raccoon hunter that has long been devoted to the Treeing Walker breed.  Mark’s Walker hound Dreamer was voted into the Southeastern Treeing Walker Association’s Hall of Fame as a coonhound.  Through Miller’s association with North Carolina State Trooper Brad Hyatt who runs Plott dogs on bears, he became interested in...

In this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, host Dan Johnson and Mark Boardman from Vortex Optics discuss a range of topics related to hunting gear, particularly focusing on range-finding binoculars. They share personal hunting experiences, including a memorable trip to the UK and the anticipation of hunting in Wisconsin. The conversation delves into the advantages of using range-finding binocula...

In this episode, Dan Johnson and his guest Dan discuss their experiences and challenges in mule deer hunting. They share insights on finding hunting partners, learning from failures, understanding deer behavior, and the impact of environmental factors such as cattle and weather on deer movement. The conversation also covers strategies for hunting in different terrains, the importance of water sour...

I finally drew an elk tag but not in Montana like I had been putting in for, it was in Wyoming. First timers luck one would say, as this hunt unfolds there is a lot of first timers luck. If you’re into steep climbs, sudden encounters, and the raw, unfiltered adrenaline of the chase. Not just a hunt —but a high-stakes pursuit where every moment counts. Don’t miss out on this episode — it's a front-...

In this episode of The Range Podcast, host Ricky Brule interviews Jordan Mannon , a Minnesota native, about her journey into archery and bowhunting. Jordan discusses growing up in an outdoors-loving family, her transition from competitive dancing to focusing on hunting and fishing, and her current role as a Community Outreach Coordinator at Shields. The conversation covers her upcoming elk hunting...

In this episode Steve takes an inside look at the hound sports by exploring the things that radiate from within the soul of the hunter, from the emotional side.  Houndsmen may display a plethora of emotions, the usual suspects being jealousy, envy, greed along with often being overly competitive.   But there’s a soft underbelly to the sport that macho men may be reluctant to admit, much less talk...

Everyone always has questions about what they should do with their female before and after they are bred. Then they need to know what to do and how to care for the pups. Here are all your answers packed into one episode. For the best hound podcast on the planet catch us every Wednesday on What’s up Wednesday.    IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt    Follow our Sponsors: Inuksh...

In this episode Steve laments the loss of an old friend, a monthly visitor to which he contributed a fairly large portion of his working career, a friend whose blank pages Steve turned, each month, into essays, exposes and bites of entertainment for thousands of hound-hungry subscribers over a nearly fifty-year history.  UKC announced recently that it will no longer publish their house organ Coonh...

In this episode, Nick Otto discusses five essential steps to ensure the best quality venison after a successful hunt. He emphasizes the importance of shot placement, quick recovery, thorough field dressing, proper cleaning and chilling, and effective packing and freezing methods. Each step is crucial for maintaining the quality of the meat and ensuring a successful outcome from the hunt. The harde...

In this episode, Dan and Ken discuss the intricacies of hunting antelope, including preparation, scouting, and the challenges faced during the hunt. Ken shares his experiences with drawing tags, managing expectations, and the importance of understanding wildlife behavior and terrain. The conversation also touches on the significance of gear and the strategies employed to successfully hunt antelope...

Too often we put too much focus on the end result of catching  game. But the process itself is just as valuable, sometimes even more so. If the process is done correctly the end result is just the icing on the cake. If done properly it makes the end result much more gratifying. The journey is built on the bond forged during this time. How strong is yours?  IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube...

In this episode of the Western Rookie podcast, host Dan speaks with Bob Polanic about his journey from whitetail hunting in Michigan to becoming an experienced elk hunter over the past decade. They discuss the challenges of hunting, including the competitive tag application process, the importance of patience and strategy in the field, and how weather conditions affect elk behavior. Bob shares ins...

In today's episode, Jacob shares what he has done and is doing to prep for his trip to South Dakota to hunt mule deer. This is his first time hunting this state and is trying to prepare for a much different "western" hunt than he has done in previous years. Some of the topics will include: optics, clothing, general gear, escouting, practice regimen, hunt plan, food & water, and other topics relate...

In this episode Steve flies solo to recap a recent three-day trip to Indiana to pick up a  new puppy. While in Richmond, scene of his recent trip to Autumn Oaks, our host takes a trip out to the Wayne County Coon Hunter’s Association club house, a massive structure for its type, to visit with the club that has hosted thirty-three of the Events Where History Is Made since Steve brought the UKC even...

In this episode of the Range Podcast, host Ricky Brule along with special guest Damon Wolfe and country music star Mitch Gordon discuss their shared passion for archery and hunting.  They delve into Mitch's journey into bow hunting, his experiences with elk hunting, and the importance of practice and equipment in improving shooting skills. The conversation also covers hunting strategies, the role...

We are bringing the last two episodes to life on today's podcast. In just one hunt we were able to decide on pack vs packing and take out the trash. This one also brings Heath back down memory lane. You’re not going to want to miss this jammed packed with tips and tidbits of great info we just covered.  IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt    Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Darke...

Nick tracks down Dr. Brent Race, a lead scientist from NIH (National Institutes of Health) who worked on the study; Inactivation of chronic wasting disease prions using sodium hypochlorite. The findings are exciting and promising for home or commercial processors who could be butchering infected deer. Using a solution of 40% bleach and a soak of 5 minutes, CWD prions can be inactivated, saving you...

Predominant wind, barometric pressure, cold fronts, wind speed, sunrise & sun set. We rely heavily on our weather apps during the hunting season to help us determine when and where we want to hunt, what layers we need to wear, and what to expect when we get set up. However, are all weather apps created equal? Should we simply trust the weather app that comes with our phone or simply go to the Weat...