Virginia Carolina Deer Tracts

On this episode of the Virginia Carolina Deer Tracts podcast, Mike is joined by one of the biggest names in the turkey hunting world - "The Turkey Man" Eddie Salter. Known around the world for his championship turkey calling, decades of hunting success, television appearances, and passion for sharing the outdoors, Eddie has helped educate and inspire generations of turkey hunters. Whether you're a...

On this episode of the Virginia Carolina Deer Tracts podcast, Mike is joined by special guest and North Carolina native Matt Bullins from the TV show Bloodline Hunting. Matt shares his journey into the hunting industry, his experiences filming hunts for television starting with Drury's Dream Season in the early 2000's. We dive into the beginings of Bloodline Hunting, memorable hunts from past seas...

In this episode of Virginia Carolina Deer Tracts , host Mike Davis sits down with Larry Readal of the Virginia Bowhunters Association (VBA) to discuss the rich history and contiued impact of one of Virginia's leading archery organizations. Larry shares how the Virginia Bowhunters Association was formed, its mission to promote and protect bowhunting opportunities across the Commonwealth, and the im...

Virginia Carolina Deer Tracts is gearing up for the 2026 Virginia Outdoor Sportsman Show with Frank Smith, General Manager. Frank joins the show to break down everything fans can expect at this year's event and why it continues to be one of the premier outdoor expos in the region. We discuss this year's featured attraction, Kenneth Lancaster from The Given Right, and why his appearance is creating...

Get an inside look at the intersection of outdoor storytelling, competitive archery, and life behind the camera in Episode 56! In this episode, Mike interviews Joshua Lawler - videographer for the hit TV show Carolina All Out and succesful competitive archer! Joshua shares his journey growing up in North Carolina and how a passion for the outdoors took root early in his life. That passion, along w...

Get ready for another great episode of the Virginia Carolina Deer Tracts! In this episode, Mike sits down with Robert Bondurant of Limbshaker Custom Calls, proudly made in Mecklenburg County, VA.  Robert shares the story of how Limshaker Custom Calls got its start - from humble beginnings to crafting high-quality turkey calls that are gaining attention across the region. We also dive into an excit...

In Episode 54, Mike sits down with Justin Elliott of Lenhart's Handmade Calls, from Mecklenburg County, VA, who's built a reputation for producing high-quality, custom turkey calls. Justin shares the story of how it all started, what inspired them to begin crafting calls, and how the business has grown along the way. The conversation dives into the different types of calls they produce, what makes...

In Episode 53 of the Virginia Carolina Deer Tracts podcast, Mike is joined by returning guest Jamie Brady of the North Carolina Deer Hunters Association - this time recorded on site at the 2026 Dixie Deer Classic in Raleigh, NC! Jamie shares what the NCBA is doing at the show, including scoring deer, hosting the popular photo contest, and promoting their mission. If you've ever attended the Dixie...

Mike sits down with Dwight Dean of Colonial Farm Credit to talk about one of the most important steps toward owning your own piece of land - Financing. Whether you're dreaming of buying hunting land, recreational property, farmland, or a place to build your future home, Dwight breaks down the land loan process, what lenders look for, and how buyers can best prepare before making a purchase. They d...

In episode 51 of the Virginia Carolina Deer Tracts podcast, Mike travels to Burlington, NC to sit down with Carson Koury of Final Draw TV for an in-depth conversation about chasing mature whitetails, producing outdoor television, and what it takes to be consistent in the deer woods. Carson shares his journey into the hunting industry, how Final Draw TV was built, and the mindset required to target...

Mike is joined by a very special guest as Virginia Carolina Deer Tracts hits the big 50 episode mile stone! In this episode, Mike welcomes back Shawn Mills, original co-host, for a fun. laid back conversation packed with knowledge, reflection, and plenty of laughs. With deer season in the rearview mirror, Mike and Shawn dive into what hunters should be doing right now. They break down key lessons...

Mike is joined by Ben Fairbanks, the Archery Education Coordinator for the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (VA DWR), to break down everything you need to know about the upcoming 2026 Archery Open, coming January 10th to Richmond, VA. Ben tells us what participants can expect at this year's event, including competition classes, pay outs, new features, youth involvement, education initiati...

In this episode, I sit down with Jamie Brady, current interim and past president of the North Carolina Bowhunters Association (NCBA), for an in-dpeth look at the organization's rich history, traditions, and impact on the bowhunting community including a touching story of the organization is rallying together to help one of their own. https://ncbowhunters.wildapricot.org/ Jamie walk us through the...

In this episode, Mike sits down with Jason Schmitt, the events coordinator with Hunters for the Hungry, an incredible organization helping to provide millions of meals to families in need across Virginia. Jason breks down exactly how the program works, how hunters can donate venison, how anyone can contribute financial support, and why community involvement matters more than ever.  We also cover t...

In this episode, Mike interviews Justin Folks, Deer Project Leader of the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (VA DWR), for a deep, informative conversation on one of the most important - and oftern misunderstood - topics in modern whitetail management: doe management. Justin breaks down the science behind maintaining a balanced deer herd, why doe harvests matter, and how it all ties back to...

In episode 45 of the Virginia Carolina Deer Tracts podcast, Mike is joined by fellow Virginian Brian Thacker, team member of Lone Wolf Custom Gear and Whitetail Addictions. Brian breaks down his early season success tagging a giant buck named Tank, the challenges of self-filming, becoming a member of Lone Wolf Custom Gear and so much more! https://www.lonewolfcustomgear.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqXCsrJ9U...

Virginia Carolina Deer Tracts Podcast Ep.44 In this episode, Virginia native Dustin Plummer joins the show to share the story of his record-breaking 8-point buck , officially scored as the new Virginia State Record! Dustin breaks down how the hunt unfolded - from scouting and setup to the moment of truth - and what it means to take such a legendary whitetail in the Old Dominion. if you love big bu...

In Episode 43, Mike welcomes Virginia native Jason Whitlow, team member of Seek One, to share his hunting story. Jason talks about how he got started in hunting, his path into suburban deer hunting, and how he became part of the Seek One hunting team. We also dive deep into the story of his giant Virginia buck, "Pops", one of the most incredible whitetails ever taken in the state! #seekone #suburb...

In this episode, Mike sits down with Jon Cooper, a proud Virginia native who was named the 2024 Deer Manager of the Year by the National Deer Association (NDA). Jon shares his expertise on land and deer management, offering practical tips for improving habitat, enhancing herd health, and setting up your property for long term success. With Archery season right around the corner, we also spend some...

In this episode, Mike sits down with Glen Mayhew, the founding president of the Tree Stand Safety Awareness Foundation (TSSA). Glen shares the story behind TSSA's mission to promote hunter safety, reduce tree stand accidents, and save lives through education and awareness. Along with his work in tree stand safety, Glen is also a team member of MDE Outdoors and co-host of the Star City Outdoors Pod...

In this episode, Mike sits down with Corey Lett & Ed Lynn of Southside Virginia Quail Forever to talk about the mission, impact, and passion behind their organization. From habitat management to wildlife conservation, Corey and Ed share how Quail Forever is making a difference in Virginia's outdoors. They also highlight their upcoming local event on September 19th in South Hill, VA - an opportunit...

In this episode, Mike sits down with Tim Andrus, host of Rush Outdoors TV and longtime Realtree Ambassodor, live at the Virginia Outdoor Sportsman Show. Tim shares his upcoming western hunting schedule, refelcts on his many years with Realtree, and delivers practical, common-sense hunting tips that every hunter can use as we head into the upcoming season. Whether you're a whitetail hunter in the E...

In this episode of the Virginia Carolina Deer Tracts podcast, Mike welcomes David Hennaman, the R3 (Recruit, Retain, Reactivate) Coordinator for the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (VA DWR). We dive deep into the R3 initiative - what it is, how it works, and why it's essential for the future of hunting, fishing, and wildlife conservation. David explains how the R3 programs recruit new ou...

In this episode, Mike talks with two passionate leaders in deer conservation and habitat management. Megan Postal - Northeast Regional Director of the National Deer Association. Ray Carter - President of the newly formed Virginia Branch of the NDA We dive into the mission and impact of the NDA, what the new Virginia branch means for local hunters and landowners, and how science-based deer manageme...

We're back with Show Manager Frank Smith , bringing you the latest updates on the upcoming Virginia Outdoor Sportsman Show!  Frank gives us the inside scoop on what outdoor enthusiasts can expect this year - including the addition of a  3D Archery Shoot , put on by the Virginia Bowhunters Association, that promises to challenge and entertain! It will be a fun shoot and kids shoot for FREE! Plus, P...