Sportsmen's Empire - Whitetail Hunting

In this episode of Deep in the Hunt of Texas, Connor talks with Hunter Thompson about preparing for deer season, the rising cost of hunting access, and how Texas hunters can use the state’s draw-hunt system to find new opportunities.Hunter shares his background growing up near Houston, learning to hunt from his family, and eventually working in environmental restoration. He explains how wetland mitigation projects can protect wildlife habitat while also creating hunting access on restored properties.The main focus is Texas’s draw-hunt program, which offers opportunities for deer, alligator, waterfowl, quail, jave...

Brad Bowen and Tucker Bowen welcome Matt Rushing from Wildlife Management Solutions to Bowen Taxidermy for a practical conversation about preparing deer food plots across Alabama and the South. With planting season approaching, Matt explains which seed blends work best for different locations, including the Alabama Blend, Mississippi Mix, Deer Magnet, brassica blends, and clover options.The discussion covers the fundamentals every hunter and landowner needs to know, including soil pH, the importance of lime, fertilizer, seed-to-soil contact, no-till planting, and the best timing for planting around rain, soil temperature, and changing weather. Matt also explains what...

Sometimes the lessons that stick with us the longest are the ones we learn without realizing it.As a kid, I spent weekends rebuilding a crosstie wall that was good enough in my eyes. At the time, it was just extra work that didn't need to be done—lifting, stacking, lining things up, and making sure each tie was where it needed to be. Looking back, though, that wall taught me something that applies just as much to hound training today. IG - heathhyatt147FB Heath HyattYoutube - Hea...

In this episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch sits down with returning guest Jason Miller of JMiller Custom Calls to kick off another New Jersey black bear season. The conversation starts beneath the mount of Jason’s biggest bear yet—a massive bruin estimated around 600 pounds live weight and now in the Boone and Crockett record book. Jason tells the full story of a hunt he almost didn’t go on, from reluctantly climbing into a stand late in an extended season to watching the bear work toward him, the shots that followed, and finally walking up on an animal...

What happens when a hunting podcast turns into a hilarious, brutally honest conversation about parenting, public-land chaos, and why the best bowhunters are always one bad decision away from disaster? Dan Johnson and Pierce Nelles unpack the kind of real life that can derail a hunt in seconds - a swallowed Lego, an emergency room run, and a day that goes off the rails before the first arrow is ever shot.Dan Johnson, host of the Nine Finger Chronicles, brings the chaos from the Johnson household, while Pierce Nelles of the Wisconsin Sportsman adds his own stories...

October deer hunting is changing fast, and the hunters who win it are the ones who know when to trust trail cameras, when to trust sign, and when to keep their feet moving. Dan Johnson and Jason Thibodeau break down the real early-season shifts happening right now, from buck movement and scrape activity to the exact kind of terrain, food, and access points that can turn a guess into a shot.Dan shares how reduced scouting and fewer trail cameras are forcing him back to a more instinctive, sign-driven style of hunting, while Jason adds the pressure-cooker...

On this episode of The Wisconsin Sportsman, Pierce sits down with DNR Deer Herd Health Specialist, Erin Larsen to learn all about the recent EHD outbreak in Southeast Wisconsin, as well as other deer trends across the state! Erin is a Minnesota-native and UW Stevens Point graduate who has spent over two decades with the Wisconsin DNR. In this conversation, Erin shares the most up to date info on EHD in Wisconsin, what EHD is, how it is transmitted, and what to expect in the future in the areas it's affecting. After that, shares updates on chronic wasting disease...

In this episode, I sit down with Steven Coffelt from Rapid Raxx to break down one of the most debated topics in deer hunting—how feeding deer changes the hunt.We dive into how supplemental feeding impacts deer movement, behavior, and overall herd health. Steven shares his firsthand experience working with landowners and hunters, explaining how the right feeding strategy can not only improve your chances in the stand but also benefit the long-term health and growth of your herd.We also talk about what we’re seeing on the ground this year and give our...

The wrong decision is usually the obvious one - and this conversation shows why that matters for drugs, alcohol, porn, marriage, and the people you let into your life. Dan and Kyle get brutally honest about the choices that quietly shape a life, from a single party that can change everything to the daily habits that either build a strong family or tear it apart.Dan shares a disturbing story about a childhood camping trip that introduced drugs to a group of kids and sent some of them spiraling into prison, addiction, and death. Kyle brings the...

I sat down with Mason Norman, Retay ambassador and part of the Mossy Oak and Drake family, for a conversation that goes way beyond hunting.We talked whitetails, ducks, turkey hunting, gear, the outdoor industry, and the experiences that keep us coming back to the woods and water. But more importantly, we talked about Jesus, faith, family, and what it really means to live a life centered around God while doing what you love.Mason brings a real perspective to the conversation, and there was no script and no trying to make everything sound perfect...

A final hunt with that certain hound can carry a strange weight. You may not realize you're experiencing the last time you'll walk that trail, sit against that tree, hear them strike and tree. At the time, it can feel like just another morning in the woods, just another hunt. But every once in a while, there's a hunt that becomes something bigger than the hunt itself. A good hound may only be with us for a short period of time, but the impression they leave can last a lifetime. IG - heathhyatt147F...

Forward-facing sonar, brutal tournament pressure, and a 220- to 240-inch Kansas buck that got away—Chancy Walters lays it all out in this raw, funny, and unexpectedly intense conversation.If you care about competition fishing, big whitetails, or the mindset it takes to stay dangerous when the margins are razor-thin, this episode hits hard. Chancy breaks down why today’s tournament game is so punishing, how electronics have changed bass fishing forever, and why he still thinks old-school instincts matter more than gear.He shares:What separates the guys who are always near the top...

Elk hunting is not about luck—it is about putting yourself in the right 200-yard bubble at the right time, with enough days left to make the moment count. Tim Kent breaks down nearly two decades of hard-earned lessons chasing elk from the East, including the mistakes that cost him bulls, the calling mistake that instantly blew up a setup, and why his biggest breakthrough came from learning where elk actually live instead of where he hoped they would.Dan Johnson and Tim dig into the obsession that keeps eastern hunters driving west every year: the mountains, th...

This episode of Deep in the Hunt of Texas is a practical guide to preparing for bow season, especially for hunters in North Texas.The host begins by apologizing for previously releasing the wrong episode, then discusses his own late start to deer-season preparation. He covers getting cameras and feeders set up, trimming shooting lanes, tuning and practicing with a bow, using short-distance repetitions to rebuild form, and always wearing a proper safety harness.The main lesson is understanding early-season deer behavior. In October, deer generally follow a bed-to-food pattern, with activity concentrated around dusk and dawn. Bucks may...

This episode of Bama Wallhangers features Cody Hall, a Buckmasters representative, discussing his journey from growing up as a South Mississippi hunter to working for one of the most recognizable names in the outdoor industry. Cody explains how Buckmasters began more than 40 years ago with Jackie Bushman and evolved from television competitions and print magazines into a broader media brand that includes television, podcasts, YouTube, social media, and digital content.A major focus of the conversation is Buckmasters’ effort to connect with everyday hunters. Cody describes the Big Buck Blueprint podcast, which shares relatable stories from hunters wh...

In this episode, Nick explores the sensory and cultural experiences that define autumn, from seasonal preparations to culinary delights, and how to mentally embrace the season's unique flavor.Attribution Code"Slow Burn" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Head to www.mybookie.ag, use promo code [SE], and get in on the action today. Bet on Anything. Anytime. Anywhere."*Check Out www.outdoorsy.com and enter EMPIRE to have your service fees removed.<...

In the final installment of The Becoming Series, Jeremy takes a step back from the pursuit and asks a bigger question: What are we actually leaving behind? Looking back on memories of hunting and growing up with his dad, Jeremy reflects on how hindsight changes the way we see the moments we once took for granted. We’re never guaranteed another hunt, another conversation, another opening morning, or another ordinary day with the people we love. But we are fortunate to still have the opportunity to make new memories—and sometimes, the moments we don't recognize as significant while we'r...

Some of the best deer habitat isn’t on giant farms - it’s built one pond, one apple tree, and one overlooked bedding pocket at a time. Dan Johnson and Adam Larson break down how a 35-acre Wisconsin property becomes a legit buck magnet when you combine food, cover, access, and a little obsession.Adam shares the real-world habitat decisions behind his place in Columbia County, from a 20-by-30 pond tucked into a transition line to a 49-tree apple orchard planted for a harvest window that runs from August into October. You’ll hear why he favors...

In this episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitchell is joined once again by Albert Tomechko for a conversation about how deer hunting changes as life gets busier. Between work, kids, sports, family commitments, and everything else competing for time in the fall, the days of building an entire schedule around the perfect weather pattern or hunting every opportunity aren't always realistic. Mitchell and Albert talk about learning to adapt, communicating with family, making the most of limited opportunities, and recognizing how much unnecessary pressure hunters can put on themselves. Social media only adds to that pressure when it seems...

The advice most deer hunters get about access routes is backwards. If you want more daylight deer sightings this season, start thinking like the deer do, not like the guy walking straight to a stand.Dan Johnson and Jason Thibodeau break down the route-planning mistakes that cost hunters their best chances, and the simple shifts that can make a small property huntable again. If you’re juggling family schedules, limited days in the woods, or a piece of ground that only offers one way in, this conversation gets practical fast.Dan shares the moment that ch...