Wild Spirits Outdoors

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Visit www.slatraarchey.com and use promo code WSO10 at checkout for 10% off your order! Receive 20% off your order and free shipping from SKRE: www.skregear.com/wildspiritsoutdoors What would you do when the moment isn’t perfect… but the buck of a lifetime steps into your world anyway? In this episode of the Wild Spirits Outdoors Podcast, we break down 8 realistic bowhunting scenarios that every s...

For Episode 39 of Wild Spirits Outdoors, we're stepping away from deer hunting and habitat management for a night around the campfire. Join me as we explore some of the most famous cryptid encounters in American history, including Sasquatch, Michigan Dogman, Mothman, the Jersey Devil, Ape Canyon, and more. I'm examining the eyewitness accounts, evidence, theories, and mysteries that continue to ca...

Offseason is when great deer seasons are built. In Episode 38, we break down Summer Habitat Projects for Better Deer Hunting, focusing on exactly what you should be doing in June, July, and August to set your property up for fall success. From food plot strategies and bedding cover improvements to water sources, access, and pressure reduction tactics—this episode connects the dots between summer w...

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Rumors are swirling around the Michigan Natural Resources Commission ahead of the critical May 13th vote-and hunters across Michigan are asking the same question: Is the NRC changing course at the last minute? In this episode of Wild Spirits Outdoors, Jordan Hoover and I break down the growing speculation surrounding Michigan deer regulations, the political pressure building behind the scenes, and...

Episode 35 is a solo episode packed with real talk, spring hunting stories, and the grind behind the lifestyle. This week, I recap: Recent work travel and what it means to be home. Morel mushroom hunting and time in the woods with my wife. Week 3 of the Train to Kill workout and archery routine. A full breakdown of my latest turkey hunt—what worked and what didn’t. I also cover the upcoming May 13...

No Script. Just real treestand talk- the failures, the mindset shifts, and everything in between. This one goes deeper than tags and trophies: I get into the mental battles that most guys don't talk about. If you've ever questioned yourself in the woods or had questions about hunting mindsets... this one's for you. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. Drop a comment or question!...

ARE YOU GETTING READY FOR ARCHERY SEASON? Season is fast approaching! Don't just shoot a few arrows and call yourself season-ready. When the moment of truth comes… elevated heart rate, awkward angle, low light… things can go sideways in a hurry! If you haven't practiced for it, that’s not bad luck- That’s lack of preparation. I'll break down a step-by-step 16-week system designed to ta...

Spring is here, and it’s time to chase gobblers. In this episode of Wild Spirits Outdoors, we break down the key strategies you need to find birds, call them in, and close the deal this turkey season. From roosting tactics and calling strategies to decoy setups and hunting styles, this episode is built to help both new hunters and experienced woodsmen become more effective in the field. We also la...

Episode 31 is raw, honest, and guaranteed to spark conversation. We’re diving into the unpopular opinions in the hunting world with a primary focus on my home state- Michigan. Takes that might make people uncomfortable but need to be discussed if we actually care about deer, conservation, and the future of hunting. From herd health misconceptions to the obsession with shooting bucks… from social m...

In this episode of Wild Spirits Outdoors, I sit down again with Jordan Hoover to break down the latest developments surrounding the Deer Advisory Team (DAT) pause, the upcoming Natural Resources Commission (NRC) meeting, and the ongoing debate around the One Buck Rule (OBR).With DAT meetings suspended until August and the April NRC meeting approaching fast, many hunters are asking the same questio...

If you want better hunts this fall, the work starts right now. In this solo episode of the Wild Spirits Outdoors Podcast, we break down what land managers and serious whitetail hunters should be doing during March, April, and May to improve hunting properties across the Great Lakes and Upper Midwest. Spring is the most critical window to build food, create cover, and design a property that actuall...

In this episode I sit down in studio with Paul Sikkenga- member of the Lower Peninsula Deer Advisory Team and Founder of the Facebook group "DNR Watchdog" as we continue to discuss regulations surrounding Michigan deer hunting right now. If you listened to the two-part series with Jordan Hoover (Ep. 24 and Ep. 25), this episode will follow up with that conversation bringing a different p...

I am joined in Studio by Todd Taylor, Michigan Assistant State Lead for The Fallen Outdoors. We Talk About: Veteran Brotherhood Healing through the Outdoors Purpose after Service Combating Isolation and Veteran Suicide This episode dives deep into how outdoor adventures like hunting, fishing, and time spent in the woods are helping veterans reconnect, rebuild, and rediscover purpose. If you care a...

I'm honored to welcome Michigan native, author, storyteller, and the voice of Michigan Backroads- Mr. Ron Rademacher to the Wild Spirits Outdoors Podcast Studio! Ron has spent over 3 decades exploring hidden gems here in the Great Lakes State. From forgotten trails and hidden waterfalls to scenic country hikes and sleepy smalltown charms- he has spent decades seeking out the places most travel...

Michigan deer hunting is at a crossroads. In Part 2 of Episode 24 (Ep.25) of Wild Spirits Outdoors, we conclude our break down the one-buck tag debate, the role of the Natural Resources Commission (NRC), and what the future of whitetail hunting looks like in the Great Lakes State. Joined by special guest Jordan Hoover- Chairman of the Upper Peninsula Deer Advisory Team, we dive deep into Michigan...

Michigan deer hunting is at a crossroads. In Episode 24 of Wild Spirits Outdoors, we break down the one-buck tag debate, the role of the Natural Resources Commission (NRC), and what the future of whitetail hunting looks like in the Great Lakes State. Joined by special guest Jordan Hoover- Chairman of the Upper Peninsula Deer Advisory Team, we dive deep into Michigan deer regulations, hunter concer...

What does it really take to complete the North American Super Slam with archery equipment? In Episode 23 of the Wild Spirits Outdoors Podcast, we break down one of the most legendary accomplishments in bowhunting — harvesting every recognized big game species in North America using only a bow and arrow. From Alaskan moose and brown bear…To desert bighorn sheep, mountain goat, caribou, plains bison...

In this episode of the Wild Spirits Outdoors Podcast, I sit down with Clint Catchot of Droppin Hammers Outdoors for a deep-dive into whitetail hunting in New York — one of the most challenging and misunderstood deer hunting states in the country. bWe break down what it really takes to consistently kill mature bucks in the Empire State, including: ✔️ New York buck numbers & herd structure ✔️ Ta...

January in Michigan isn’t the end of the outdoors—it’s where discipline is built. In Episode 21 of the Wild Spirits Outdoors Podcast, we dive deep into what’s still open, still possible, and still worth pursuing during the heart of winter. From the Kalamazoo Outdoor Sports Expo to a full breakdown of current Michigan hunting and fishing opportunities, this episode is about staying sharp when most...

Episode 20 is the final chapter of my 2025/26 Ohio Muzzleloader Season 3-Part Series. I recap and break down the 4 Day season. This episode isn't a highlight reel, but rather a reflection of the hunt- what went wrong, what worked. I'll dive into:Late-season muzzleloader tactics that worked, and what didn'tHow the weather changed whitetail movementLocation choices, mistakes, and what I&...

Part 2 of our Ohio muzzleloader season comes to you remote from our deer camp and picks up right where the grind begins. In this episode, I’m joined in the studio by my good friend Brandon as we break down the first three days of the Ohio muzzleloader season—highs, lows, and everything in between. Days one and two tested our patience with gear malfunctions on both sides, forcing us to adapt on the...

Ohio muzzleloader season is here—and this episode kicks off a three-part series following my January hunt in some of the most challenging late-season whitetail country. In Part 1, I break down my full game plan heading into the opener. I’ll be returning to familiar ground to see how things have changed this season while also pushing into new areas that could hold opportunity. With unusually warm w...