Whitetail Rendezvous

There is always a learning curve that you have to overcome when it comes to learning how to hunt. It can be especially difficult when you don’t have the guidance you need. Creators of Whitetail Phenomenon on Instagram, Brodie Megill and Taylor Kesler, are new hunters who are living the whitetail lifestyle 365 days a year. They hunt both public and private and have learned enough to harvest a buck or two successfully. In this episode, Taylor and Brodie talk about documenting their passion while giving out tips on hunting in a Tethered Saddle and hunting public land successfully. They then go further into discussing why the future of hunting is recruitment and what their Whitetail Phenomenon Instagram is about.

Great stories come from expeditions that have a lesson to tell, and that’s what Arrow Wild TV is about. Formed in the fall of 2016, Arrow Wild TV wanted to bring together a group of friends to share their stories and passion for bow hunting mature whitetails. Welcoming back Johnny “Utah” Mulligan of Arrow Wild TV, he shares the story of the show and how it led him to where he is now by remembering his friend and business partner, Todd Pringnitz. John goes deeper into the subject of what the Arrow Wild Lifestyle is all about and why being who you are as a hunter is important. He further shares his experience as a wildlife photographer, capturing moments that tell a story, and lets us in on the value of shopping at the local archery stores. Don’t miss out on this great episode and be an awesome ambassador for the hunting community.

People can never have enough of the outdoors and nature. The adventures that await are irreplaceable. Welcoming back hunter and the owner and video producer of Stand Alone Outdoors, John Musgrave is here to educate and encourage everyone about the art and passion of hunting, trapping, and experiencing the outdoors through the show, YouTube videos, and social media posts. In this episode, John shares his experiences in hunting and his top go-to techniques honed from over 30 plus years of hunting whitetails in central Illinois. John is first and foremost an archery hunter who loves to get up close and personal with his target bucks. He goes deeper as he voices out to be aware of how Illinois is being hit hard by EHD disease. He then talks about the land managers and hunters’ responsibility of their deer herd.

With so much information out there about food plots, it becomes harder now to find which ones are telling the truth. Having been in the habitat improvement and food plot business for a long time, guests and hosts of Habitat Podcast, Brian Halbleib and Jared Van Hees, share with us their knowledge as they break down the essential things you need to know about habitat management and food plotting. Made for the land and wildlife habitat managers and hunters who learn and utilize different types of habitat in their hunting strategy, they then introduce us to their podcast and the many great insights that came out of it. Don’t miss out on this episode as you learn the how-to, when, and where of habitat improvement and food plots.

True West Productions is a business that aims to bring you access to what all the hunting shows and big names in the outdoor industry have, and that’s professional photography! Brady Collins and Ian Morales have started True West Productions and are the hosts of Cofounders and Coconspirators. Today, they share with Bruce Hutcheon some insider tips for those seeking to break into the outdoor video industry. They share their personal hunting experiences and how their passion for the outdoors influenced them in creating their startup. Aiming to build an influential client list, Brady and Ian inspire you to avail of their services so you can concentrate on hunting while they help build memories through filming.

The thrill and reward of hunting is one reason why many people like to hunt. On today’s show, Bruce Hutcheon talks to Britne Prosser, a new hunter who loves motivating people on accomplishing their goals, helping guide them on their fitness journey to health and success. Britne believes that hunting offers amazing benefits such as connection with the outdoors, cultivating brother and sisterhood, and feeding her family knowing where their food comes from. Britne shares why she became a hunter amidst all the challenges of hunting.

Women and guns are still taboo in the minds of many. In this episode, Bruce Hutcheon talks with three-time Olympian biathlete Lanny Barnes about her thoughts on the importance of women being vocal in Washington DC, their local state capital, and in their communities about gun ownership. Lanny showcases The DC Project which is an educational, nonpartisan initiative that brings 50 women – one from each state – to Washington, DC, to establish relationships with their legislators and reveal the faces and stories of firearms owners and Second Amendment supporters. Don’t miss this episode with Lanny as she narrates her story of being an athlete, a gun owner, and an advocate for educating others about women using guns for protection and hunting.

Hunting is more special when it becomes part of family tradition. In this episode, Chelsie Wilkey shares her triumph in getting her biggest muzzleloader buck with her husband and grandpa. Telling us where her hunting tradition came from, Chelsie talks about her granddad taking her up to a family camp at Utah Central Mountains at the tender age of five. Since then, things have not changed in 20 plus years. With her skill, she shares how it feels like being in the male-dominated hunting world and talks about the pride of being with Girls with Guns and Vanguard. She shares some real-life experiences on surviving the wilderness and how it can be applied in whitetail hunting.

Women are the fastest growing segment in the hunting community with a growth of over 10% a year. However, the firearms industry space has become challenged especially in today’s society with social media censorship and organizations like Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action. In this episode, Dianna Muller from The DC Project joins us to talk about their organization and the important things that everybody listening to the show needs to know about it. The DC Project is an educational, nonpartisan initiative that brings 50 women, one from each state, to Washington, DC, to establish relationships with their legislators and reveal the faces and stories of firearms owners and 2nd Amendment supporters.

In this Internet age, can young people still find the time to go and enjoy hunting and the outdoors? For today’s episode, Andrew Johnson of Small Town Hunters proves that not everyone is a slave to their gadgets. He opens up how his grandpa sparked his and his cousins’ interest in the outdoors and how they continue to enjoy it as a band of cousins. Andrew also talks about the excitement of hunting from a young age and why he doesn’t view hunting as merely killing an animal. Learn new laws in Minnesota about the use of attractants and deer trappings. Andrew also reveals why he’s getting his younger siblings into hunting and his mission on getting more people to have fun out of hunting and appreciate the outdoors.

Laws are put in place to ensure equality and fairness, amongst other things, in whatever industry you may be. Familiarizing yourself with the different hunting laws during different seasons and in different states can improve the totality of your hunting experience. Creator of Bucks of America Podcast, Jeff Vance raises awareness on the possible repercussions of getting caught hunting using illegal methods, not only for yourself but the people around you. He also talks about not only his love for big game, but his passion for introducing his daughter to the amazing world of hunting through small game with his podcast. Check out how he prepares his family for hunting while abiding with the rules and making sure hunting stays enjoyable for everybody.

When hunting is mentioned, people usually think of having your boots on the ground looking for game right away. What most don’t realize is that there are tons of hours put into preparation, structuring, planning, and engineering a hunt before you can even think of going out the door. Armed with his vast experience in engineering and construction, along with his deep passion for hunting, Sam Bilhorn talks about one of the most important factors in hunting: planning ahead and being proactive in how you want your hunts to go instead of being reactive. With CWD lurking around, he shares the values he and his family follow to respect the hunt. Learn Sam’s insights on different aspects from getting into hunting and habitat improvement, to having a successful and fulfilling hunt.

Hunt Of A Lifetime is a nonprofit organization with a mission to grant hunting and fishing dreams for children age 21 and under who have been diagnosed with life threatening-illnesses. In this episode, we have committee member Vicky Lauer and volunteer Dan Hughes who share their journey with the organization. Vicky shares the beauty of what they do for these kids and invites anyone interested to contribute to their amazing cause. She notes how and where you can donate and talks about how kids can apply. Dan, who has given a part of his time to HOAL, also shares some great stories working with these kids and reminisces the wonderful feeling he had with them. Get involved and help kids’ dreams come true with Hunt of a Lifetime.

Hunting is not just about the trophy. It is about the lessons and methods that you learn throughout the experience and adventure. East Meets West Outdoors is a company built for the Eastern hunter, outdoorsman, and conservationist that looks for adventure. Its founder, Beau Martonik, tells you about the company’s podcast and shares some of the things he has learned from interviewing great people on his program. He breaks down the belief that hunting should be costly and needs you to be in the best shape to succeed. With that, Beau gives you some budgeting tips, a guide to choosing your gear, and scouting public land. Beau shares all these things and more that you don’t want to miss out on this amazing conversation about hunting.

Sallie Doty is a competitor, be it in the pool, in the professional asset management arena, or in the field. She commits herself to preparation to all her endeavors. She loves the challenge of bow hunting and looks forward to each season with great anticipation. She is also a giver and a bow hunting instructor for the State of South Dakota. She loves to see the smile on her students’ face when they get the arrow in the 10 ring. More importantly, she teaches safety to all her students to ensure they know how to handle their bow in the field.

On today’s episode, Art Helin shares the mission of Own The Season TV, which is educating all hunters that are willing to learn. Art’s hunting success and passion for teaching others has led to his pro/field staffer positions for Realtree, New Archery Products, Knight & Hale, Moultrie, and Vortex. In this episode, he talks about public land scouting, the importance of topo maps when harvesting mature bucks, as well as private property habitat management. He also highlights the importance of sharing the hunt with women and the youth and talks a little bit about the Own The Season team and his hunt plans for this fall with his wife Michelle. Finally, he reveals the three keys to being successful in the outdoor industry. Join us because you will come away with some big buck nuggets for sure.

There is beauty in being able to grant wishes, especially to children who are diagnosed with life-threatening illnesses. Founder of Hunt of a Lifetime, Tina Pattison, does exactly that by giving these kids an opportunity to fulfill their dream to hunt. Inspired by her own son, Tina shares with us the origin of Hunt of a Lifetime and why she made it her mission to make sure children achieve their hunting dreams. Jim and Kris Gilbert also join the interview, telling us their own story of getting on this organization to give children a chance to hunt. Don’t miss out as these amazing people talk about their heart-wrenching experience and inspiring quest.

Hunting on public land is more challenging than in private land. The secret to success lies primarily in knowing deer beddings. In this segment, we talk to Michael Fuchs, a Sportsmens Nation blogger and a student of Dan Infalt. Michael shares his transition from private to public land hunting. Learn his tactic in identifying specific buck beds via topographic scouting. Being a 365 hunter, Michael also reveals his methods of scouting during winter, spring and summer. Be a smarter deer hunter and don’t miss this episode.

Hunting is commonly perceived as a man’s world. Breaking that stereotype in this episode, host Bruce Hutcheon talks to Kristine “KJ” Houtman about her book, Why Women Hunt. The book is the first book of its kind and takes us to an intimate look at the lives of eighteen individual female hunters across the country. Their diverse personal stories explore what motivates them to connect, spiritually and physically, with the natural world in one of humankind’s most ancient food-gathering rituals. These dedicated outdoor women—of all ages, professions, education and cultural backgrounds—make up an increasing proportion of licensed American hunters. Take a look into the lives of women hunters and even learn from Kristine great pieces of advice on how to hunt efficiently and effectively.

What started as an ordinary hunt with friends became an advocacy to help kids with special needs go outdoors, make friends, and make extraordinary memories. Today, we talk with Dan Burns of Nevin’s Hunting Friends about seeing his son, Nevin, with rheumatoid arthritis have so much fun hunting and coming up with the idea of putting kids together to hunt. Dan shares how their group aims to put smiles on kids’ faces and how you can be a part of their cause.