The New Hunters Guide

Getting your spots ready for the next deer hunting season should be fun and enjoyable instead of rushed and stressful. On this podcast episode I talk about strategies and timing to help you get everything checked off your list and ready for the next deer season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clover is one of the best plantings for a new hunter when it comes to deer and turkey hunting. It is easy, fast, inexpensive, does not require big equipment, and grows back every year. On this episode I talk about the benefits and easiest ways new hunters can plant clover as a food plot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you want to have more deer and more mature bucks on your property, then creating a deer sanctuary is key. And while the sky is the limit on what this can cost, if you understand the principles, you can get much of the benefit for free. On this episode I talk about what a deer sanctuary is and the strategy that goes into developing one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...

Should you hunt elk solo or pay for a guide or an outfitter? That is an easy question to ask but the answer depends greatly on the many variables that are unique to your situation and goals. On this episode I provide some insight which can help you make the best decision for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elk hunting requires a specialized approach, but the guns and gear used are not uncommon. You may need to buy a little gear, but chances are you already own a capable rifle for the job. On this episode I talk about the equipment you need to hunt elk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are different ways to hunt elk based on the terrain, habitat, and what your opportunities are. In this episode I talk about how to hunt less than ideal areas, unconventional tactics, and the most common way elk are pursued.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elk hunting is a slippery slope because it can become all-consuming for those who develop a passion for it. On this episode I talk about the basics of elk hunting and how to get started planning and preparing for your first hunt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Perhaps no other single person in history has done more to advance firearms technology than John Moses Browning. His innovations laid the groundwork for almost all hunting firearms in use today, and many military firearms as well. On this episode I talk about his patriotic contribution to the world of hunting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every time I hear someone laboring to try and make wild turkey meat palatable, it blows a fuse in mind. While turkey is delicious! On this episode I share secrets, that shouldn't be secrets, for how to make wild turkey taste great. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some people hunt for pragmatic reasons, others are spurred on by much deeper things. On this episode I delve into the heart and mind of a hunter to examine why people hunt. Not only is this encouraging but understanding your personal motivation can help you better align you hunting style and pursuits to get the most possible enjoyment out of the sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...

It is more exciting to hunt turkeys early when they are most vocal, but you can have just as much success later in the day. On this episode I talk both about the reasons and strategies to never give up on a turkey hunt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is an often asked and misunderstood question when it comes to turkey hunting. Calling is a critical part of almost all turkey hunts, often it is overdone, and there are times when it should be completely avoided, at least temporarily. In this episode I share principles and common scenarios to help equip you for the many kinds of situations you may encounter in the turkey woods.  Learn more ab...

The first thing most people learn about turkey hunting is you have to shoot the birds in the head. But is that the whole story? On this episode I kick the tires on that assumption with some historical information and common sense to reveal the bigger picture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is no ammo more effective for turkey hunting than tungsten shot. There is also nothing more expensive... On this episode I equip you with the knowledge you need to make informed decisions about the best ammo for you and your circumstances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most people assume a hunt is over once a turkey has been spooked. Sometimes this is the case, but sometimes you can have a good chance of success if you change your tactics. On this episode I talk about strategies for hunting a gobbler after he has been spooked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you hunt turkeys, it is only a matter of time before you run into turkey hunting marketing. The key to finding the right gear for you is to let the woods tell you what you need, not a catalog or big box store. On this episode I identify common turkey hunting marketing pitfalls, how to avoid them, and how to decide what kinds of things are truly worth your spending your hard-earned money.  Learn...

I have some quick and exciting updates to share in response to questions that listeners have asked and the future of the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Soft calling may be the easiest way for new or long-time turkey hunters to up their chances of success in the woods. On this episode I talk about how to accomplish more by calling less and quieter in many common situations where gobblers are close by.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a special alert episode to help you be successful despite the current struggles to get turkey hunting ammunition. I cover strategies to find the ammo you want, as well as how to select a plan B shotgun shell, and how to find unconventional turkey loads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When it comes to turkey hunting, sometimes fixing mistakes can do more to boost your chances of success in the woods than anything else. On this episode I share 7 bad habits that new and experienced turkey hunters easily fall into that can cost them hunts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every time you walk into the woods hunting turkeys, you also want to walk out of the woods! Some hunting safety measures are obvious but others, are not. On this episode I talk about 14 practices that can help keep you and others safe and how they specifically relate towards hunting turkeys.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Few things hinder turkey hunters more than believing untruths. So, on this episode I am going to bust some commonly held turkey hunting myths to help empower you with good information to find more success in the woods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trail cameras can be very helpful for turkey scouting but to get the best results you need to use them differently than you do for other game. On this episode I share four major tips to use game cameras specifically for turkey scouting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you start scouting for turkeys too early? Or better still, when do you get the best returns for time spend scouting? On this episode I talk about the best times and situations for spring turkey scouting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every turkey season we should gain new insights that will help us become more effective hunters. And the only thing better than learning from your own experiences is learning from other people's too! On this episode I share the most important thing I learned about hunting spring turkey last season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices