Perfect summer episode to get you ready for deer season. We give an update on the mobile hunter road show. The items on our August to do list. A break through in my stick bow shooting. Dave and Byron discuss the newer hunters getting into the game. What gear they would buy and how they would change what they did back 15 years ago. The learning curve is changed forever. What shooting practices we need to do before season. Topics Discussed:- getting lost in the woods- pre GPS hunting- ground hong with the stick bow- hunting 2 sticks high- summer prep- crazy hunting height- last generation of woodsman- buck rubsCheck out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant outdoor content!‍

Perfect summer episode to get you ready for deer season. We give an update on the mobile hunter road show. The items on our August to do list. A break through in my stick bow shooting. Dave and Byron discuss the newer hunters getting into the game. What gear they would buy and how they would change what they did back 15 years ago. The learning curve is changed forever. What shooting practices we need to do before season. Topics Discussed:- getting lost in the woods- pre GPS hunting- ground hong with the stick bow- hunting 2 sticks high- summer prep- crazy hunting height- last generation of woodsman- buck rubsCheck out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more relevant outdoor content!‍

Summer Deer Talk

On this episode I sit down and talk all things summer whitetail with Jake Bush.  We touch on older bows and current day bow set up.  Ted Nugent got both Jake and I to buy Martin bows back in the early 2000s.  We talk bow preferences and what we look for in a compound and favorites from the past. We talk about trail cams and prep.  Mobile hunting changes for 2023.  What gear we may order before season.  Why hunting in the rain sucks as a mobile hunter and the difference in hunting with a camera man vs solo filming.Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant outdoor content!

On this episode I sit down and talk all things summer whitetail with Jake Bush.  We touch on older bows and current day bow set up.  Ted Nugent got both Jake and I to buy Martin bows back in the early 2000s.  We talk bow preferences and what we look for in a compound and favorites from the past. We talk about trail cams and prep.  Mobile hunting changes for 2023.  What gear we may order before season.  Why hunting in the rain sucks as a mobile hunter and the difference in hunting with a camera man vs solo filming.Check out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more relevant outdoor content!

Jake Bush Summer time BS Session

Thlete Camo

This podcast we talk with William from Thelte camo.  We recap a bit of his 2022 deer season.  We dive into some exciting new gear items for Thelte for 2023.  We discuss the process of making better deer hunting gear. We also talk about future gear ideas.  Some teases on Thelte expanding into some cool items.  We wrap up with some grilling and BBQ talk.Topics discussed-Saddle hunting-layering with mobile hunting-better base layers-can hunting gear be too warm-hot gear items for 2023-solid grilling tipsCheck out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant outdoor content!

This podcast we talk with William from Thelte camo.  We recap a bit of his 2022 deer season.  We dive into some exciting new gear items for Thelte for 2023.  We discuss the process of making better deer hunting gear. We also talk about future gear ideas.  Some teases on Thelte expanding into some cool items.  We wrap up with some grilling and BBQ talk. Topics discussed -Saddle hunting -layering with mobile hunting -better base layers -can hunting gear be too warm -hot gear items for 2023 -solid grilling tipsCheck out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more relevant outdoor content!

Thlete Camo, New Gear and Canada Buck Down

On this video we discuss all things summer whitetail related.  Some gear talk and changes we are making.  Trail cam discussion on settings and how we run summer trail cameras.  We bounce over to archery set up and bow shooting as well.Later we discussed some elk hunting prep.  How we have gone DIY elk hunting and released 5 arrows over the years.  Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant outdoor content!Topics Discussed -gear ties-bow sights-trad bow vs compound-bow tuning-trail cam sets-trail cam settings

On this video we discuss all things summer whitetail related.  Some gear talk and changes we are making.  Trail cam discussion on settings and how we run summer trail cameras.  We bounce over to archery set up and bow shooting as well.Later we discussed some elk hunting prep.  How we have gone DIY elk hunting and released 5 arrows over the years.  Check out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more relevant outdoor content!Topics Discussed -gear ties-bow sights-trad bow vs compound-bow tuning-trail cam sets-trail cam settings

Deer, Gear and Beer: Deer Season BS Session

On this episode Byron discusses all things whitetails with the River Brothers Outfitter crew.  These guys are from the bluff country of Minnesota and have really dove into high level whitetail hunting in the past few years.  They have had some great evolutions in their hunting and some big deer have hit the dirt because of it.  We discussed some family history on the farm.  Farm improvement projects that have added to their success. The bluffs of Minnesota offer their fair share of challenges as well.Topics Discussed:- land management -deer drives- hunting as a team-hunting heritage -water holes Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant outdoor content!

On this episode Byron discusses all things whitetails with the River Brothers Outfitter crew.  These guys are from the bluff country of Minnesota and have really dove into high level whitetail hunting in the past few years.  They have had some great evolutions in their hunting and some big deer have hit the dirt because of it.  We discussed some family history on the farm.  Farm improvement projects that have added to their success. The bluffs of Minnesota offer their fair share of challenges as well.Topics Discussed:- land management -deer drives- hunting as a team-hunting heritage -water holes Check out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more relevant outdoor content!

Bluff Country Whitetails with River Brothers Gang

On this episode we talk about Rick's turkey season.  He got his nephew on a bird early and was also able to get it done later in the Month. We break down some wrestling references and how they apply to the turkey woods.  We discuss what beers that are allowed at deer camp.  Good Turkey locator calling options.  Little bit of fishing talk and the best super bowl commercials from back in the day.Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant, outdoor content!

On this episode we talk about Rick's turkey season.  He got his nephew on a bird early and was also able to get it done later in the Month. We break down some wrestling references and how they apply to the turkey woods.   We discuss what beers that are allowed at deer camp.  Good Turkey locator calling options.  Little bit of fishing talk and the best super bowl commercials from back in the day.Check out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more relevant, outdoor content!

Turkey Down! Rick Gets it Done... Again!

This Podcast is live from Turkey Camp in Minnesota with the XOP and River Brothers Outfitters crew.  We talk a bit about creating a brand in the outdoor apparel space.  Company History and how River Brothers came to be.Then we dive into turkey hunting.  After a few days of hunting we got on some birds.  Some shots were fired but not all found themselves carrying a bird out the woods. Theres a lot of good laughs in this one and a good camp feel.  EnjoyCheck out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant, outdoor content!

This Podcast is live from Turkey Camp in Minnesota with the XOP and River Brothers Outfitters crew.  We talk a bit about creating a brand in the outdoor apparel space.  Company History and how River Brothers came to be.Then we dive into turkey hunting.  After a few days of hunting we got on some birds.  Some shots were fired but not all found themselves carrying a bird out the woods. Theres a lot of good laughs in this one and a good camp feel.  EnjoyCheck out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more relevant, outdoor content!

Turkey Camp and River Brothers Outfitters

Cameron Derr

This week on the podcast we have on Cameron Derr from Exodus outdoor gear.  We talk about out of state hunting, hunting gear, and arrow builds.  Cam has some great insight to arrow flight and what makes a good hunting arrow.We then dive into out of state hunting.  Cam has killed a few out of state hammers and we discuss some of the gear that helps on these hunts.  We discuss out of state hunts that are across the country but also just a few hours away and the different challenges these present.  Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant, outdoor content!Other topics-Mobile hunting -Less gear is better-Packs-Shooting deer at close range -Arrow set up-Overlooked bow tuning 

This week on the podcast we have on Cameron Derr from Exodus outdoor gear.  We talk about out of state hunting, hunting gear, and arrow builds.  Cam has some great insight to arrow flight and what makes a good hunting arrow.We then dive into out of state hunting.  Cam has killed a few out of state hammers and we discuss some of the gear that helps on these hunts.  We discuss out of state hunts that are across the country but also just a few hours away and the different challenges these present.  Check out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more relevant, outdoor content!Other topics-Mobile hunting -Less gear is better-Packs-Shooting deer at close range -Arrow set up-Overlooked bow tuning

Out of State Hunts, Gear and Arrows with Cameron Derr

Dan Johnson

This Podcast we have Dan Johnson on and we talk a wide range of topics.  We give Dan some rapid fire deer hunting questions.  We dive into 90s action movies and how they correlate to deer hunting.  We discuss buck fever a bit.  We also hear a bit more about Dan's past and journey through the hunting industry.  We talk about the White Knuckle days and the early Wired to Hunt era.  We do BS a little about kids as well.Other Topics:Iowa hunting regulations updatesDad lifeTrail camera ban in Kansas Wired to Hunt the early daysEvolving as a deer hunterShould you paint your face? Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant, outdoor content!

This Podcast we have Dan Johnson on and we talk a wide range of topics.  We give Dan some rapid fire deer hunting questions.  We dive into 90s action movies and how they correlate to deer hunting.  We discuss buck fever a bit.  We also hear a bit more about Dan's past and journey through the hunting industry.  We talk about the White Knuckle days and the early Wired to Hunt era.  We do BS a little about kids as well.Other Topics:Iowa hunting regulations updatesDad lifeTrail camera ban in Kansas Wired to Hunt the early daysEvolving as a deer hunterShould you paint your face? Check out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more relevant, outdoor content!

Dan Johnson Action Movies and Big Bucks

This podcast Dave and Rick discuss all things prepping for another DIY elk trip.  Dave has been on a few trips and killed a rag horn bull last season.  Rick has never been west and has a ton of questions.Preparation is important in these trips.  Gear becomes important and buying good gear at a good price is key.  Foot care can't be overlooked and this goes beyond the boot purchase.  Backpack hunting brings its challenges and Dave discusses why this might not be the best tactic right off the start. Topics Discussed:- Ohio deer and turkey expo- gear talk- training for hills- expectations- packs and camping - Diy whitetail hunters doing better at going west.Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant outdoor content!

This podcast Dave and Rick discuss all things prepping for another DIY elk trip.  Dave has been on a few trips and killed a rag horn bull last season.  Rick has never been west and has a ton of questions.Preparation is important in these trips.  Gear becomes important and buying good gear at a good price is key.  Foot care can't be overlooked and this goes beyond the boot purchase.  Backpack hunting brings its challenges and Dave discusses why this might not be the best tactic right off the start. Topics Discussed:- Ohio deer and turkey expo- gear talk- training for hills- expectations- packs and camping - Diy whitetail hunters doing better at going west.Check out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more relevant outdoor content!

Elk Prep for Deer Hunters

The Whitetail Experience is an excellent whitetail hunting podcast that dives deep in to the wild world of public land deer hunting. Hosted by Byron Horton, an avid bowhunter, this podcast holds conversations that revolve around deer hunting strategy with some serious deer hunters from all over the country. Byron and company talk about everything from hunting gear and equipment, public land hunting strategy, and in a way that is relatable to to the average outdoorsman. Listen along and enjoy!

Live from deer camp we recorded an episode from the annual scouting and shed hunting trip.  We go over some of our mishaps with camping and hunting.  Some key gear items that make these trips easier. Some stories told include racoons invading a tent to steal honey buns.  Installing a muffler with fishing line to make it home.  Only having enough gas money to sleep in your mini van to hunt 2 days.  Other Topics:-bed hunting-scouting for a certain purpose-installing a card table in wall tent-never trust fireball shotsCheck out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant outdoor content!

Live from deer camp we recorded an episode from the annual scouting and shed hunting trip.  We go over some of our mishaps with camping and hunting.  Some key gear items that make these trips easier. Some stories told include racoons invading a tent to steal honey buns.  Installing a muffler with fishing line to make it home.  Only having enough gas money to sleep in your mini van to hunt 2 days.  Other Topics:-bed hunting-scouting for a certain purpose-installing a card table in wall tent-never trust fireball shotsCheck out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more relevant outdoor content!

Deer Camp - Gear and Stories- Don't Run Over the Bait Fish

On this episode Byron breaks down the perfect deer hunting laws if he was governor of the Ohio DNR.  What season dates he would apply.  What changes he would do with tags and out of state license.  Baiting, Crossbows, tag allocations all discussed.The other part of the episode we catch up on off season scouting. Is there a perfect scouting bag? Ways to prevent blisters or hot spots.Other items discussed:-giant dead head 6 point-scouting for early season-firearms news-Good content consumed-paint your face like braveheartsocks link discussed in pod : https://amzn.to/41yrnW5Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant outdoor content!

On this episode Byron breaks down the perfect deer hunting laws if he was governor of the Ohio DNR.  What season dates he would apply.  What changes he would do with tags and out of state license.  Baiting, Crossbows, tag allocations all discussed. The other part of the episode we catch up on off season scouting. Is there a perfect scouting bag? Ways to prevent blisters or hot spots. Other items discussed: -giant dead head 6 point -scouting for early season -firearms news -Good content consumed -paint your face like braveheart socks link discussed in pod : <a href="https://amzn.to/41yrnW5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/41yrnW5</a>Check out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more relevant outdoor content!

Perfect Deer Hunting Laws, Off Season Scouting, Mini Van Problems

This podcast is packed full of laughs.  From missing a deer 4 times with a muzzeloader to hunting in a minivan.  We discuss the upcoming shed and scouting season with all the dead heads that are going to be found.  We then move on to the fact Dave can't score a deer to save his life.We discuss crazy steve's cult house.  Dave also loses a deer to another hunter.  We bounce over to some scary stories hunting small game on public land.  We wrap up with a story of a horse in the woods and a game warden run in.   Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant outdoor content!

This podcast is packed full of laughs.  From missing a deer 4 times with a muzzeloader to hunting in a minivan.  We discuss the upcoming shed and scouting season with all the dead heads that are going to be found.  We then move on to the fact Dave can't score a deer to save his life.We discuss crazy steve's cult house.  Dave also loses a deer to another hunter.  We bounce over to some scary stories hunting small game on public land.  We wrap up with a story of a horse in the woods and a game warden run in.   Check out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more relevant outdoor content!

Deer Hunting Stories

Cameron Deerfield

In this episode of the Whitetail Experience Podcast, Byron Horton and Cam Deerfield discuss cell cams and the future of deer hunting.  This is still has a BS session vibe but two guys discuss the pros and cons on the technology in the sport.  There are still some laughs and good points made but main focus on cell cams and if they are too much technology for hunting and if they are fair chase.  Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant outdoor content!

In this episode of the Whitetail Experience Podcast, Byron Horton and Cam Deerfield discuss cell cams and the future of deer hunting.  This is still has a BS session vibe but two guys discuss the pros and cons on the technology in the sport.  There are still some laughs and good points made but main focus on cell cams and if they are too much technology for hunting and if they are fair chase.  Check out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more relevant outdoor content!

Cell Cam Discussion with Cameron Deerfield

In this episode we talk a variety topics, Cameron has worked in the industry from the TV side as well as the outfitting side of things.  We talk a little bit about traditional hunting and how that changes the game as a deer hunter.  We discuss guiding a bit.  The importance of not taking deer hunting to serious.  We discuss not upgrading a bow when you find one that fits you.  We discuss are hunters today to focused on gear and not enough of deer hunting. We get into some fun rabbit holes as well.Topics also discussed-energy drink selection-blood trails and muzzleloaders-stick bow hunting-stand height and ambush details-public land hunting-big woods hunting-broadhead selection -mobile hunting before it was cool-hunting at a young age-obsessed with bucks  -130 class overlookedCheck out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more relevant outdoor content!

In this episode we talk a variety topics, Cameron has worked in the industry from the TV side as well as the outfitting side of things.  We talk a little bit about traditional hunting and how that changes the game as a deer hunter.  We discuss guiding a bit.  The importance of not taking deer hunting to serious.  We discuss not upgrading a bow when you find one that fits you.  We discuss are hunters today to focused on gear and not enough of deer hunting. We get into some fun rabbit holes as well.Topics also discussed-energy drink selection-blood trails and muzzleloaders-stick bow hunting-stand height and ambush details-public land hunting-big woods hunting-broadhead selection -mobile hunting before it was cool-hunting at a young age-obsessed with bucks  -130 class overlookedCheck out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more relevant outdoor content!

Cameron Deerfield Solid Whitetail Hunting BS Session

Wes Schrank

Wes is a passionate deer hunter that has had some of the coolest jobs in the outdoor space.  From Deer studies to bowhunting products he has worked on some very cool projects.  On this episode we dive into some great deer talk and harvest stories. Topics Discussed- trail cam rule of 3 - scouting - buck beds- buck bedding in a barn- crazy recovery story- 2022 buck story- archery equipment for the hardcore bowhunter Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more awesome content!

Wes is a passionate deer hunter that has had some of the coolest jobs in the outdoor space.  From Deer studies to bowhunting products he has worked on some very cool projects.  On this episode we dive into some great deer talk and harvest stories.  Topics Discussed- trail cam rule of 3 - scouting - buck beds- buck bedding in a barn- crazy recovery story- 2022 buck story- archery equipment for the hardcore bowhunter Check out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more awesome content!

Wes Schrank - All things Deer Hunting

In this podcast of the Whitetail Experience, Andy gets it done on a total team effort deer drive.  Dave tells stories of urban bucks.  Byron chases a good buck and he sheds right under his stand. Topic Discussed:-deer gun season-deer drives-firearm of choice for deer-cell cams-urban hunting with ninja starts-late season hunting-raccoons are 20lb grizzly bears

<blockquote>In this podcast of the Whitetail Experience, Andy gets it done on a total team effort deer drive.  Dave tells stories of urban bucks.  Byron chases a good buck and he sheds right under his stand.  Topic Discussed: -deer gun season -deer drives -firearm of choice for deer -cell cams -urban hunting with ninja starts -late season hunting -raccoons are 20lb grizzly bears</blockquote>

Team Effort On A Big 6 Point!

On this episode of the Whitetail Experience podcast, Dave talks about his experiences hunting on the ground and why he'll hunt primarily from the ground next season. Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more awesome content!

On this episode of the Whitetail Experience podcast, Dave talks about his experiences hunting on the ground and why he'll hunt primarily from the ground next season. Check out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more awesome content!

Ground Hunting- Dave Goes Back to His Roots

This big buck story comes from Rick Legend of the Whitetail Experience.  Rick hunted hard this year with very few deer sightings but ended up with a mega on the ground.  He overcame several issues including poachers and a car accident with a drunk driver. Other topics:-scapes-hunting preassure-public land hunting-poaching-25 yard shots are important-hunting by yourself Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more awesome content! 

This big buck story comes from Rick Legend of the Whitetail Experience.  Rick hunted hard this year with very few deer sightings but ended up with a mega on the ground.  He overcame several issues including poachers and a car accident with a drunk driver. Other topics:-scapes-hunting preassure-public land hunting-poaching-25 yard shots are important-hunting by yourself Check out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more awesome content!

Big Woods Mega Goes Down

Byron discusses recent rut action with two bucks going down this week in the big woods of Ohio for the team.  Cold weather hunting is another topic and some of the gear systems we use to mobile hunt in these brutal conditions.  Finally we wrap up with some public and private land talk and the advantage to having both.Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more awesome content!Also discussed-habitat learning-quick hunts-mobile hunting on public and private-less is more-deer numbers 

Byron discusses recent rut action with two bucks going down this week in the big woods of Ohio for the team.  Cold weather hunting is another topic and some of the gear systems we use to mobile hunt in these brutal conditions.  Finally we wrap up with some public and private land talk and the advantage to having both.Check out the <a href="https://sportsmensempire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network</a> for more awesome content! Also discussed-habitat learning-quick hunts-mobile hunting on public and private-less is more-deer numbers

Cold Weather Systems, Rut Update, Private and Public Hunting

Great podcast! Focused on Whitetail hunting tactics and gear! Keep up the good work!

Tactics and gear

Helluva job with this podcast and long since overdue. Keep up grinding!

Now Byron. Grow a beard!

Bang up job ladies

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