Wired To Hunt Podcast

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country for the second week of October. States covered: Wyoming Indiana Louisiana New York Iowa Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram  ,  Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnyst...

Today on the show we’re hearing from six different whitetail experts about the challenges and opportunities presented to deer hunters by the month of October. Joining me is Adam Hays, Jeff Sturgis, Mark Drury, Dan Infalt, Bernie Barringer, and Gordon Whittington. Topics discussed: The early October opportunity Understanding the October shift The importance of fronts The end of mont venn diagram ef...

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on current deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country for the first week of October. States covered: Minnesota Tennessee Michigan Kansas Ohio Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram  ,  Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Se...

Today on the show I’m joined by whitetail addict Troy Pottenger to discuss his unique methods for targeting big mature public land bucks in the big woods, big hill country he calls home. Topics discussed: The unique areas Troy hunts whitetails How his techniques have worked across the South, Midwest, and beyond Breaking down huge chunks of public land into more manageable sections Spring and summe...

Today on the show we're back with our Rut Fresh Radio mini-series in which we get from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics each week from deer hunters across the country. States covered: Michigan Delaware Missouri North Carolina South Dakota Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram  ,  Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter ,...

Today on the show we're running acclaimed public land bowhunter Tony Peterson through a series of challenging hypothetical deer hunting scenarios to better understand his deer hunting thought process and strategies. Topics discussed: Tony's thoughts on the Back 40 and plans for November What would you do if hot weather rolled in for your week long out-of-state hunt? How would you approach a mid-Oc...

Today on the show we're back with our Rut Fresh Radio mini-series in which we get from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics each week from deer hunters across the country. States covered: Michigan Montana Georgia South Dakota New Jersey Wisconsin Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram  ,  Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitt...

Today on the show we discuss the trials and tribulations of public land deer hunting and how to deal with these challenges - using the story of our recent Idaho hunt as an example. Topics discussed: How the story of our recent Idaho hunt can serve as an example for future trips and ways to adjust The power of the first sit - and the downfall of future sits Adjusting to hunting pressure Dealing wit...

Today on the show we're back with our Rut Fresh Radio mini-series in which we get from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics each week from across the country. States covered: Idaho South Carolina North Dakota Kentucky Nebraska Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater Mark Kenyon on Instagram  ,  Twitter , and Facebook MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and Youtube Sho...

Today on the show we discuss ten steps to take and keep in mind this year in pursuit of your best deer hunting season ever AND we discuss our first hunt of the year in Idaho. Topics discussed: The importance of the first sit The power of positive thinking and negative preparations Ask why Not slacking on access and exit The game of inches Executing on a gameplan The importance of scouting more Pic...

Today on the show I'm joined by Dan Johnson to break down our goals, hopes, and hitlists for the 2020 deer hunting season. Topics discussed: Setting the stage for the upcoming hunting season The return of "Tran" My gameplan to hunt for my #1 target buck in Michigan Strategic improvements on my local Michigan farm The latest Back 40 projects  Expectations for the Back 40 Dan's updated Michigan plan...

Today on the show I'm joined by Andrae Daquisto to discuss the aggressive scouting and hunting tactics that have made him, in many people’s eyes, one of the very best deer hunters in the country. Topics discussed: Is off-season scouting a waste of time? What should we be doing in the late summer leading into hunting season? How Andrae identifies his target buck for a given year and why he prefers...

Today on the show I’m joined by Mark Drury to run through a series of hypothetical deer hunting scenarios ranging from small property habitat improvements, to dealing with hunting competition from the neighbors, to patterning specific bucks during the rut. Topics discussed: What would Mark do if he lost of his farms/leases? What would the ideal small 40 acre farm look like if Mark Drury had to sta...

Today on the show I'm joined by renowned whitetail bowhunter and founder of The Hunting Beast Dan Infalt to explore how he'd tackle a series of tough hypothetical deer hunting scenarios from the swamps of public land to private land farm ground. Topics discussed: What would Dan do if he glassed up a world class buck in mid-August while driving back roads How Dan would attempt to keep tabs on a gia...

Today on the show I'm joined by outdoor writer and whitetail consultant Steve Bartylla for his take on a series of hypothetical deer hunting scenarios varying from private land habitat improvements to public land hunting tactics. Topics discussed: What would Steve to a new lease if he only had two weekends in August to improve it? What to do if you have to share a great, but small, hunting propert...

Today on the show I'm joined by the legendary DIY Michigan bowhunter John Eberhart to discuss what exactly he would do in some of the deer hunting world’s toughest scenarios. Topics discussed: How John's 2020 whitetail preparations are coming What would John do if he gained permission on a new property at the end of August with only one weekend to prep? It's October 1 and you have to choose betwee...

Today on the show I'm joined by John Altman, of the new whitetail show Sea Bucks, to discuss his unique tactics for hunting mature bucks across the islands and big woods of the Northeast. Topics discussed: Why island hunting is a sneaky effective way to hunt mature bucks Tips for accessing islands to hunt deer How wind and available space impact how you hunt islands How John killed a 12+ year old...

Today on the show I'm joined by Nick Pinizzotto, Kip Adams, and Lindsay Thomas Jr to discuss one of the most significant changes in the deer conservation world in decades - the merging of the Quality Deer Management Association and the National Deer Alliance into a brand new organization. Topics discussed: Why the QDMA and NDA are merging into a new organization The mission of the new organization...

Today on the show I’m joined by Dan Johnson to recap our latest summer whitetail projects and evolving thought processes around summertime deer prep. Topics discussed: Our latest debacles in parenting and the outdoors Catching up on Mark and Dan BS Hypothetical dream bucks The evolution of Mark and Dan's summer trail camera processes Scouting new public land Why we don't set many tree stands in th...

Today on the show I’m joined by DIY bowhunter and Whitetail Addictions team member Heath Cisco to discuss in detail exactly how he locates, studies, and moves in on top tier whitetail bucks. Topics discussed: How Heath and his hunting buddy Justin Hollandsworth handle the sharing of hunting properties How to improve your mock scrapes Setting high goals for your hunting season Seeking out top tier...

Today on the show I’m joined by Justin Hollandsworth of Whitetail Addictions TV to discuss high risk high reward tactics that lead to DIY deer hunting success and much more. Topics discussed: Doing something whitetail related every day How Andrae D'acquisto influenced Justin's deer hunting mindset Scouting new properties aggressively VS staying out The value of hot sign VS year old sign Identifyin...

Today on the show I’m joined by my friend and DIY whitetail bowhunting extraordinaire Andy May to answer your most pressing and challenging deer hunting questions. Topics discussed: Summer scouting advice Our favorite terrain/habitat features for deer hunting success How to avoid spooking deer in the fields, while waiting for bucks to come out later How we organize our OnX waypoints and other hist...

Today on the show I’m joined by Wisconsin bowhunter and Hunting Beast contributor Joe Rentmeester to discuss his take on the aggressive hunting tactics that have led him to becoming one of the best DIY deer hunters around. Topics discussed: What Joe's early days of hunting looked like How he connected with Dan Infalt and started learning from him in-person The most important lessons he's learned f...

Today on the show I’m joined by MeatEater wild foods contributing editor Danielle Prewett to discuss everything you need to know to make this your very best summer of wild game cookouts ever. Topics discussed: What was on the menu for Memorial Day weekend What kind of wild game comes to Danielle's mind during the summer How long is venison good in the freezer? Best practices for grilling steaks ou...

Today on the show I'm joined by conservation writer and BHA podcast host Hal Herring to explore how to be a conservationist in a post-pandemic world. Topics discussed: When Hal knew he had to tackle conservation and advocacy as his life's work Early inspirations How to channel anger and frustration with anti-environment/public land acts  How to filter all of the information and misinformation when...