The Outdoor Hour

This is episode 2 of a 4 part series on Archery. Taylor Maples is joined again by Okie-Land Bowhunter Pro Shop and Indoor Range owner Bryn Chapman and this week it's all about the gear and technology. The guys talk about all the brands of bows on the market today, the differences, and what to consider as you pick your next setup. Then, they get in the weeds on sights, stabilizers, arrow rests, bro...

This is week 1 of a four week series on archery. In this week's episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton are joined by owner of Okie-Land Bowhunter Pro Shop and Indoor Range Bryn Chapman. The guys discuss the history of archery, the progression of technology, hunting stills, tips for better shooting, and more!

This is the fourth episode in a four week series on Warm Water Fishing. In this episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton chat with fishing guide Chance Maxville. Chance is a prominent Small Mouth Bass angler and co-owner of Tulsa's new Fly Shop Green Country Fly Company.

This is the third episode in a four week series on Warm Water Fishing. In this week's episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton are joined by State Champion B.A.S.S. Nation Federation fisherman and National Championship qualifier Hunter Stanley.

This is the second episode in a four week series on Warm Water Fishing. In this week's episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton are joined by Fisheries Biologist from Oklahoma's Department of Wildlife Conservation Jory Bartnicki.

In this week's episode we begin a brand new four week series on warm water fishing around the Oklahoma region. Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton outline the plan for the next four weeks including fisheries biologists, professional bass fishermen, guides, and more. Plus, they get into some gritty facts about warm water species and warm water fisheries around the area.

In this weeks episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton talk about the passing of Phil Robertson and the impact Duck Dynasty had on their lives. Spoiler alert: There's some disagreement.

In this episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton chat with Michael Maroney of Infinite Outdoors about their new program that helps hunters access hundreds of thousands of acres of land for free. Plus, the guys dig into the "corner cutting" lawsuits and discussion that's been front-and-center for the last few months.

In this episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton talk with Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation's Research Supervisor Kurt Kuklinski. There's a lot of discussion lately about whether Oklahoma can support hunting seasons for Mountain Lions, and Kurt has some anecdotal evidence about how close we might be to getting a Big Cat season. Plus, updates on Mule Deer, Pronghorn, and Turkey research...

In this episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton talk a little bit about Oklahoma Sooner athletics after having spent a day shooting Sporting Clays with OU Football Offensive Coordinator Ben Arbuckle. Plus, Goldfish unveils a new segment, "Thoughts from the Fishbowl" where we talk about a sea kayaker who was swallowed by a whale and a lost sailor who survived on hunting turtles.

In this episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton are joined by Randall Cole from Ducks Unlimited to talk about his recent trip to Washington DC and the impact of the current administration on land usage, conservation funds, the Farm Bill, and more.

In this week's episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton dive into the Netflix docuseries Gold and Greed about Forrest Fenn's hidden treasure. Plus, are Dire Wolves back from extinction? How do we manage species populations that haven't walked the earth in 12,000 years?

In this episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton discuss a few new pieces of gear they've each picked up in recent weeks in preparation for Spring turkey season, plus Taylor asks Josh for an unfiltered perspective on the challenges facing the Outdoor Industry. Having worked in hunting, fishing, and conservation professionally until very recently, Josh has strong opinions about the state of the indu...

In this week's episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton talk about some of the gear they love, from coolers to backpacks, and more. Plus, Josh spent last week on the road at Safari Club International and got to chat with several CEOs from international companies in the Hunting space. It's always fun to hear stories from outdoorsmen around the world, and Josh has a few to share!

In this week's episode Taylor Maples catches up with Dave Myrick and discusses a handful of trending topics in the outdoors. Starting with the $1.3 million dollar sheep tag that sold this week at Sheep Show in Reno and moving to the proposed State Bill which would lower Oklahoma's buck harvest limit from 2 bucks to 1, the guys have some thought provoking ideas. Plus, Dave gets a lesson in goose hu...

In this episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton talk about their experiences deer hunting the 2024 season. As we say in the intro each week, harvests are fleeting, but lessons and memories abound. Take a listen to hear how the year went for Taylor and Josh and the ways they plan to use the off-season to prepare for 2025!

In this episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton chat with Oklahoma Drone Recovery Company owner Rhett Acker about the 2024 deer season. Now in his second year of operation, Rhett has collected some interesting data that tells a compelling story about the state of deer hunting in Oklahoma and the guys use this data to craft some interesting arguments about muzzleloaders, bow hunting, and the pursui...

In this episode, Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton are joined by Kurt Kuklinski from Oklahoma's Department of Wildlife Conservation to talk about several on-going research projects affecting hunting, wildlife management, and our understanding of both local and transient game populations across our region. Plus, the guys discuss the role Citizen Scientists play in helping capture data for professiona...

In this week's episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton talk about their recent trips to Louisiana and the Atlantic coast of Florida chasing Bull Reds on the fly. An annual pilgrimage for Josh, Louisiana is one of the top fisheries on the world for hooking once-in-a-lifetime Reds. Taylor is newer to saltwater fly fishing and shares some humbling experiences and lessons he's learned this year as he...

In this week's episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton are joined again by Keenan Taylor for part two of their episode on Oklahoma Waterfowl. As a Crop Consultant and owner of Genesis Crop Solutions, Keenan has a unique perspective on how flora impacts a landscape, and how this knowledge can help waterfowlers attract and hold ducks. Plus, he lends some valuable insight into the ongoing Outdoor Hou...

In this week's episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton are joined by Salt Creek Duck Club's Keenan Taylor for Part 1 of a 2 part series talking about waterfowl in Oklahoma. The guys bounce around from topic to topic but spend most of their time talking about the exclusive nature of waterfowl hunting culture and the role social media has played in the modern world of hunting. Bring your opinions an...

In this episode, Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton reunite after a four-week hiatus while Josh traveled the world. Working on a film project, Josh has spent time during the past month in Alaska and Hawaii. The guys discuss the juxtaposition of those landscapes and people, though both heavily dependent on living in harmony with the land. Add in some brotherly smack talk and you've got yourself an Out...

How do you prepare to deal with the unexpected in the woods? In this episode Taylor Maples and Dave Myrick talk about a few things most hunters can probably relate to--from trains and vehicles disrupting your hunt, to unexpected wildlife blowing your cover, and the sudden urgent call of nature...maybe it's the things that go wrong that make the most relatable and memorable experiences in the outdo...

After months of anticipation, it's finally here: deer season in Oklahoma! In this episode Taylor Maples and Dave Myrick discuss their first trip into the deer woods for 2024. There's nothing like the rush of seeing wildlife early in the season, and Dave and Taylor both had plenty of excitement to talk about. Turkeys, wild hogs, deer, coyotes, and more.

In this week's episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton are joined by Chef Jean Paul Bourgeois from Duck Camp Dinners. The guys talk about how Duck Camp Dinners came to be, JP's formation as a chef growing up and attending school in Louisiana, and more.