Xtreme Performance Outdoor Network

This episode kicks off several episodes that were recorded while in Oklahoma for a weekend back in July. Our guest for this episode, Rob Rainey, helped get everyone lined up for these recordings, and was also kind enough to host me for the weekend while I was there. It would've been very difficult to make this happen without his help, so big thanks to him for his help! In this recording, we talked...

This remotely recorded episode was another that was a year in the making. I finally had a chance to sit down with Heather to talk about flying Cooper's hawks, kestrels, red-tailed hawks, her motivation for starting her falconry supply business, Mountain State Falconry Supply, her book Squirrel Hawking in Appalachia, and other cool stuff. I'm glad I finally got a chance to get her recorded and talk...

Crowd favorite Van Johnson makes another appearance on the Houndsman XP Podcast. Van has been an innovator with his Houndsman videos, a guardian of the Houndsman legacy with creating advocacy groups such as the Four Corners Houndsman Association, an author with work The Houndsman and the relentless entertainer and story teller of decades on hounds and hunting. Van and Chris talk about multiple top...

In this heartfelt episode of "Grace in the Chase," we delve into the inspiring journey of Lee Wade. Born into a challenging environment, Lee faced the trials of a broken family and the influence of siblings entangled in a life of trouble, drugs, and alcohol. Yet, it was the unexpected kindness of a group of coonhunters during his formative years that offered him a glimpse of a different path. Coon...

This episode is the other recording that I did while in Arizona a few weeks ago, and thanks to the encouragement of mutual friends Kalen and Amy, I was able to meet up with Jerry and get his story while at Amy and Donnie's place. Jerry is another falconer with a very long career in the sport, with a lot of very unique experiences. He talks about flying golden eagles and ornate hawk eagles in AZ, h...

Join Chris and Seth as they renew a concept for Houndsman XP Listeners; Podcast with video! The HXP Crew is scouring social media for the wildest and most impressive videos to feature on HXP TV. IF folks will tag Houndsman XP Podcast and use the hashtag #thisisfairchase we will invite you on to tell us about your hunt and the hounds that made it possible.  To get the most benefit from this format...

The 2024 NAFA meet was the first time there was a chance to meet and talk to Sabrina in person, and it was then that we first discussed being on each other's respective podcasts. We finally made this happen recently, and on this remotely recorded episode, we talk about why Sabrina decided to restart and continue on with her show, what species she prefers to fly, her preferences in dog breeds, and...

Your Favorite Dog Of All Time is back with another great group of friends talking about their beloved hounds! As always you are going to hear a variety of folks with a variety of dogs! Your Favorite Dog never gets old, and neither do those awesome memories and stories!  Enjoy! ►Get Your Houndsman XP Info, Gear & More Here! www. HoundsmanXP.com ►Become a Patron of Houndsman XP! Check out our Ta...

​Imagine reaching the age of 95 and still embracing life with vigor, driving, and enjoying the companionship of a lifelong friend in the great outdoors. This is the remarkable story of LJ Johnson, my father's best friend, born in August 1930. It is a true pleasure to feature LJ on "Grace in the Chase," where he shares his heartfelt journey of growing up during challenging times in Southwestern Vir...

These next few months are gonna be coming to you from AZ, AR, and OK! I recently visited falconers in each state during my travels before, during, and after my birthday, and got a lot of good episodes recorded. This episode was one of the two I recorded while I was in AZ, and features another falconry couple, Amy Woods and Donnie Darras. They provided yet another unique perspective on being a falc...

There is no hunt without you. If you can’t hack it does it even matter what the dogs do? Our houndsman community is full of hardworking, hard playing folks - Folks that hate to slow down to go to the doctor and ignore injuries that would leave most people sidelined and calling in sick.   Elite Nutrition has a complete lineup of supplements designed specifically for us, the active hard, charging ho...

In this last episode (for now) featuring falconers from Kansas, I sit down and have a fun, lengthy conversation with Bill Brooks to talk accipiters, particularly Cooper's hawks, starting falconry in California during the early days, and the inspiration behind staying busy making blocks, perches, and other things. Thanks for joining me on my birthday today and having a good time listening to anothe...

Houndsman from all over the United States gathered at the Tuxon Ranch in Hesperus, CO for the 5th Annual Horses Hounds and Mules Sale. The Houndsman XP crew was on hand to record content through exclusive interviews, photos and video. Seth joins Chris on this episode of the Houndsman XP Podcast to break it all down.   > Get your Houndsman XP info, Gear & More here! www.houndsmanxp.com   >Support O...

Welcome to Grace in the Chase, where we explore stories of passion, perseverance, and the grace that guides us along the way. Today, we have the privilege of hearing from Alec Hummel, a young man whose journey into the world of coon hunting is both inspiring and heartwarming. Alec's love for the movie "Where the Red Fern Grows" sparked an interest in coon hunting long before he ever experienced it...

Another husband and wife falconry couple joins us for this episode of the podcast. They're another couple that were each already falconers when they got together, and they each discuss their individual stories. Bill also talks about writing the book Wildlife Law, Regulation, & Falconry: Legal Principles, and involvement in other organizations. There's some different perspectives and other knowledg...

Have you ever had an in depth conversation with a high level executive from an animal rights organization? Do you really know what is going on in executive board rooms? Do you wonder what the real strategies are?  Meet John Bolin. John is a career law enforcement officer that went to work for one of the most recognizable animal rights organizations in the world. He sat in executive board meetings,...

In this episode that continues telling the stories of Kansas falconers, Ron Krupa details his early beginnings in falconry, how he ended up working with different organizations that eventually led to his tenure in the Phillipines working with Phillipine eagles, and what that fifteen year experience was like for him. This is another unique one that you'll want to hear! Support at buymeacoffee.com/f...

Your Favorite Dog Of All Time is back with another great group of friends talking about their beloved hounds! As always you are going to hear a variety of folks with a variety of dogs! Your Favorite Dog never gets old, and neither do those awesome memories and stories!  Enjoy! ►Get Your Houndsman XP Info, Gear & More Here! www. HoundsmanXP.com ►Become a Patron of Houndsman XP! Check out our Ta...

Welcome to this episode of the Grace in the Chase podcast, where we have the pleasure of hosting Jeff and Deb Hovious. This marks my first time interviewing a married couple, and it's a delightful experience with two remarkable individuals who share a mutual love for the Bluetick coonhound. Sit back and enjoy their story of how they met, their passion for the Jet line Bluetick bloodline, and their...

Continuing on in Kansas, we're joined by Doug Burt this episode. Doug has another good story to share, since he had serious illness to overcome and a lot of really tough issues to deal with to navigate in his everyday life, let alone falconry. He also talks about his love for accipiters, transitioning to flying longwings, and lots of other great stuff! This is another inspiring one, don't miss it!...

Whether you are a greenhorn or a seasoned saddle tramp there are things to look for when you are looking for at a mule. Brock Milam joins this episode of the Houndsman XP Podcast to swap stories and talk about mules. From the first ad you see to how to care for a long eared mule, Brock covers it all.   > Get your Houndsman XP info, Gear & More here! www.houndsmanxp.com   >Support Our Mission to Pr...

I have been talking to the guest for this episode, Jake Thomas, for over a year now, trying to figure out how I could make it down to feature some of the falconers from Kansas. Well, those plans finally came to fruition, and I was finally able to make it down to Jake's to record over a recent weekend! In this episode, Jake discusses all the factors that led into his falconry, his preferences in do...

Two young Cowboys and Houndsmen had a vision of creating an event to get a bunch of cow punching, hound doggers and trail riders together. Maybe they didn’t have a the full vision in mind as to what this could turn into in the beginning but their eyes are wide open now.  Trey Narramore and Wade Hatch join Chris on this episode of the Houndsman XP Podcast for the Fifth Annual Horses, Hounds and Mul...

Eddie Vanzant may not be a household name across the nation, but in Martinsville, Indiana, he is well-known for his time as the frontman of the beloved local country group, the Eddie Vanzant Band. Although the band no longer performs, as Eddie has chosen to prioritize his family first, his music continues to resonate with those who remember.  Eddie will take listeners on a nostalgic journey down t...

This episode, we're revisiting the recording with Ken Hooke, who also agreed to do a segment for the Falconry Follies series. As many of you now know, per the announcement during this episode, as well as previous announcements, the decision has been made to discontinue the Extras Membership for extra content, so from here on out, the Falconry Follies series will be mixed in as a change of pace fro...