The New Hunters Guide

Gear can be overrate, but there are times when a firearms selection can be so bad that it all but eliminates your chances for a successful hunt. On this episode I talk about the worst shotgun for turkey hunting, both from my experience with my first turkey gun and in general terms so you can make better informed firearms selections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A bigger turkey hunting shotgun means more power, more shot, and more range, so bigger must always be better right? Truth be told, a bigger shotgun often results in less effectiveness and less turkey hunting success (especially among newer hunters).  On this episode I talk about the pros, cons, and rarely discussed nuances of big turkey guns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

Show Notes: Hunting spring turkey with decoys is all the rage and there are endless options to choose from. But should newer hunters even consider using one? On this episode I give advice to help filter out the noise and talk about the situations that might warrant a decoy for new hunters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While hunting spring turkey on foot can be a lot of fun, there are times when it is best to hunt gobblers from a blind. On this episode I talk about the 5 situations when hunting turkey from a blind is the most fun or gives you the best chances for success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Being stealthy is paramount when it comes to turkey hunting, it may be the single most important thing you can do to be more successful. On this episode I talk about specific and practical things you can do to become a stealthier turkey hunter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spring turkey hunting is one of the most exciting and energizing types of hunting. On this episode I talk about why you may want to hunt turkey with a bow or crossbow, when those tools may give you an advantage, and some tactics you need to be successful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When it comes to turkey hunting, you need multi spot strategies to optimize your chance for a successful season. On this episode I talk about five ways to scout for and find those locations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Turkeys are a wily and wary adversary, but like all animals they need and like certain things to thrive. On this episode I talk about small, practical, and cost effective things you can do on your land to improve your turkey hunting habitat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People tend to assert their opinions or feelings as the reason why hunting is ok or not ok. But what does the Bible have to say about it? On this episode I answer that question and touch on a number of related subjects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is there a most important hunting tip that translates to all types and styles of hunting? Yes, absolutely.  On this episode I talk about the single most important lesson I've learned about hunting and that is developing mental and positional readiness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What you eat and drink matters a lot for hunting, and so does when you eat and drink it. On this episode I talk about what I have learned to be the best eating and drinking habits prior to hunting and even while you are in the woods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are AR style rifles good for hunting? Should you hunt with one? Should new hunters use one? This is a hotly debated topic where opinions tend to overshadow facts. On this episode I talk about the pros and the cons without ranting or raving about either position. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hunting for deer antler sheds is fun and rewarding and it can be enjoyed by the whole family. On this episode I talk about five reasons to get out and make the most of this great past time. I also cover some of the basics of how antlers grow and what we can learn from them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coyotes have super powers when it comes to their sense of smell and there is no way to go head-to-head with them in that area and win. On today's episode I talk about how to overcome their greatest advantage.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Not all coyotes are created the same, and not all are in the same stage of life. On this episode I talk about the three main types of coyotes and the tactics you can use to hunt them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bait can be a powerful tool for coyote hunting and other predators when used right, but it can be a liability when used wrong. On this episode I talk about whether you can hunt predators with bait, whether you should, and how you can get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pheasant hunting takes much less specialized gear than many other types of hunting. On this episode I talk about the basic guns and gear you need to get started hunting pheasants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pheasant hunting is a great active style of hunting, it is unique, fast paced, and high energy. On this episode I talk about three strategies to get you started hunting pheasants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There can be excellent opportunities to turn a deer hunt into a coyote hunt if you think outside of the box and take some basic principles into consideration. On this episode I talk about 3 ways to maximize your time and effort in the woods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you hunt long enough you will find or may be a person who does not like the taste of some or all game. On this episode I talk about the top four reasons people do not like the taste of game and what you can do to change that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Once the rut is over deer behavior begins to change and so do hunting conditions. On this episode I talk about what tactics you can use to be successful at late season deer hunting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Butchering a whole deer from field to freezer is a big undertaking for new hunters and we don't recommend trying it your first time. But if you know what to ask your butcher for, and if you are able to cut up your own leg quarters that they prep and return to you, you can enjoy a level of quality and cooking that few hunters experience. On this episode I talk about butchering a leg quarter and how...

The taste of venison can vary a lot of from deer to deer. The more you know about what impacts the flavor of your meat, the more steps you can take to ensure the most tender and flavorful venison possible. On today's episode I talk about seven factors that impact the taste of your meat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The right pair of hunting boots can make the difference when it comes to comfort, managing terrain, warmth, and scent control. On this episode I talk about how to pick the best type of boots for your deer hunting needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The rules can change in deer hunting between the early season and the late season, and your strategies should change to boost your chances of success. On this episode I talk about tips to help you tag out this season and I share my tag out story when I took my third deer and final deer this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices