Wired To Hunt Podcast

This week on the podcast we're here for our last Rut Fresh Radio episode of the year, in which we hear from hunters all across the country about current deer activity, conditions, and the tactics that are working right now.States/guests featured:Phillip Vanderpool | The Virtue TV | ArkansasGrant Oldenburg | Triple Threat Retrievers | IllinoisTaylor Chamberlain | The Urban Bowman | VirginiaNate Krick | Identical Draw | Kansas Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show we’re joined by Brett Joy to discuss late season tactics, tracking bucks in the snow, and the story of an epic four year New Hampshire hunt that ended this December.Topics discussed: Locating mature bucks in big woods habitats The challenges of late season hunting Hunting bucks for multiple years and identifying annual patterns Identifying terrain features that influence deer movement in hilly areas How to identify top late season food sources Tracking deer in the snow Late season tactics for ag-country Knowing when to strike The mental side of late season hunting  Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater Merch  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the podcast we're back with our Rut Fresh Radio mini-series in which we hear from hunters all across the country about current deer activity, conditions, and the tactics that are working right now.States/guests featured:Ohio | Byron Horton | Whitetail ExperienceOklahoma | Caleb Combs | Stuart Ranch OutfittersNew Hampshire | Brett Joy | Realtree Sea BucksIowa | Josh Sparks | Midwest Whitetail Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the podcast we're back with our Rut Fresh Radio mini-series in which we hear from hunters all across the country about current deer activity, conditions, and the tactics that are working right now.States/guests featured:Joe Kahl | Minnesota Rackstars | MinnesotaAndrew Maxwell | The Southern Outdoorsmen Podcast | AlabamaBeau Martonik | East Meets West Hunt Podcast | PennsylvaniaColby Bailey | Commit Outdoors | Missouri Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show we’re tackling listener questions on topics ranging from how to kill late season deer, how to identify top whitetail food sources, recovering from a missed deer, public land and much more.Topics discussed: The official launch of That Wild Country How to move on from a missed deer Staying motivated in the midst of a long tough deer hunting season Tactics for killing a buck during late season Keeping your feet warm in cold weather Determining the top food sources at different points of the year - greens VS grains Will does blow at bucks? How my transition to a back tension release has gone Should you take a head-on shot at a deer with a bow? Getting bucks shoulder mounted VS euro mounted Latest update on the hunt for "Tran"  Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater Merch  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpo

Today on the show we’re talking gun season. Joining me is my father to discuss gun hunting traditions, and then Adam Weatherby and Kevin Wilkerson to discuss firearm hunting gear, becoming a better marksman, and more.Topics discussed: What gun season represents for my family Shifting from bow hunting to firearm hunting The latest update from our northern Michigan deer camp Hunting with my father on the Back 40 Weatherby firearms and their move to Wyoming Strategical shifts from bow season to gun season How to choose the right cartridge for your hunting situation How to choose the right rifle for your hunting situation Setting an ethical max shooting range How to become a better marksman  Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

This week on the podcast we're back with our Rut Fresh Radio mini-series in which we hear from hunters all across the country about current deer activity, conditions, and the tactics that are working right now.States/guests featured:Kevin Vistisen | Deer Hunter Podcast | MichiganJosh Smith | Wild Carrot Scents | TennesseeTim Biebel | The 4 Pointer | VermontBryce Lambley | Nebraska Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show Dan and I are recapping our 2019 rutcations, examining the tactics that led to us killing two mature bucks, and exploring the challenges we encountered along the way and what we can learn from them.Topics discussed: Our mental state after our 2019 rutcations The ever-increasing challenge of balancing hunting with family  Dan's 2019 rut strategy Dan's first encounter with "Gnarly Charlie" How Dan filled his 2019 Iowa tag Hunting with my dad The cat and mouse hunt for "Tran"  Passing on nice Michigan bucks and struggling with the decisions Examining why the Back 40 has been such a struggle this year What led to my ultimate success in my chase for the Wide 8 Learning to love the process and not sweating what you can't control  Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpo

This week on the podcast we're back with our Rut Fresh Radio mini-series in which we hear from hunters all across the country about current deer activity, conditions, and the tactics that are working right now.States/guests featured:Keith Thompson | Montana Whitetails | MontanaKelsey Young | Knee Deep Outdoors | KentuckyRyan Nitz | Florida Outdoor Experience | FloridaDerek Nelson | Mathews Archery | Wisconsin Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show we are finally recapping our epic backcountry canoe-in whitetail hunt in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness of Northern Minnesota. And we hear from Lukas Leaf, of Sportsman for the Boundary Waters, about the current threats to this landscape and what we can do to help. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the podcast we're back with our Rut Fresh Radio mini-series in which we hear from hunters all across the country about current deer activity, conditions, and the tactics that are working right now.States/guests featured:Brad Bever | Lone Wolf Treestands | IndianaSpencer Konuszewski | Redline Hunting | GeorgiaAlex Comstock | Whitetail DNA | North DakotaTrent Siegle | Heartland Bowhunter | Kansas Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show I'm joined by Andy May and outdoor writer and whitetail expert Travis Faulkner to go deep into new rut hunting ideas, stand sites, calling tactics, and more.Topics discussed: Andy May's pre-rut success Andy's top rut hunting tactics How Travis Faulkner approached his stand choices during the rut The phases of the rut and how to hunt each Unique calling tactics Hunting hilly terrain during the breeding season How to identify pinch points that actually funnel deer and how to hunt them Trailcam tactics for November What to do if you spook a buck during the rut Mental aspects of rut hunting Decoying bucks  Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater Merch  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the podcast we're back with our Rut Fresh Radio mini-series in which we hear from hunters all across the country about current deer activity, conditions, and the tactics that are working right now.States/guests featured:Michael Hunsucker | Heartland Bowhunter | MissouriPat Cutter | Red Hand Outdoor Co. | New JerseyTyler Jones | The Element Podcast | TexasSam Soholt | Public Land Bus | South Dakota Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show we’re joined by long-time Midwest Whitetail contributor Jared Mills to get you prepped to hunt the whitetail rut.Topics discussed: My hunt with Doug Duren on the Back 40 The target bucks on the Back 40 Hunting "Tran" and my rut hunting plan How Dan plans to kill "Gnarly Charlie" Jared's typical rut hunting plan How he hunts new properties during the rut Rattling, calling, and decoying bucks How flooding can impact your rut hunts Adjusting on the fly based off observations Mental aspects of the rut  Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater Merch   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the podcast we're back with our Rut Fresh Radio mini-series in which we hear from hunters all across the country about current deer activity, conditions, and the tactics that are working right now.States/guests featured:Darton Harwick | Flatline Whitetails | New YorkMatt Petersen | MDL Outfitters | IowaParker McDonald | Southern Ground Hunting | AlabamaDavid Giarrizzo | Tag N' Brag | Ohio Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater Merch   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show we talk through important pre-rut hunting tactics AND chat with two new hunters about their recent Field to Fork mentored hunt.Topics discussed: How to kill your "local" buck right now The power of late October cold fronts How to use annual patterns to kill a deer this week Ramping up your calling strategy Why you should think about scrapes right now The importance of confidence and a well-planned hunt What Field to Fork is How our new hunters came to be interested in hunting The challenges they encountered trying to learn How their first buck encounters went and the emotions they experienced Where they go from here How we can all get involved helping introduce more people to hunting  Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/list

This week on the podcast we're back with our Rut Fresh Radio mini-series in which we hear from hunters all across the country about current deer activity, conditions, and the tactics that are working right now.States/guests featured:Justin Zarr | Bowhunt or Die | IllinoisTre Kerns | 304 Outdoors | West VirginiaJoe Kahl | Minnesota Rackstars | MinnesotaKyler Moppert | Louisiana Bowhunter | Lousiana Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater Merch   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show we chat with a Wired To Hunt listener, Luke Brewster, who killed the largest deer ever killed by a hunter last year. And we find out what happens when an everyday average deer hunter gets struck by whitetail lightning. Is it a positive experience or toxic?Topics discussed: Why we're chatting about the world record whitetail today This is NOT a glorification of antler inches An extended review of Dan Johnson's 2019 mule deer hunt and lessons learned from this impactful experience My final parting words before leaving for my backcountry canoe-in whitetail hunt in the Boundary Waters How Luke got into hunting as an adult and how Wired To Hunt helped What led Luke to Illinois and his pursuit of mature bucks How his hunt for the world record whitetail unfolded What happens in the hours after shooting a deer of this caliber How the game warden got involved The impact of social media after the hunt Dealing with media attention  How do you set hunting goals for the next year after a hunt like this?

This week on the podcast we're back with our Rut Fresh Radio mini-series in which we hear from hunters all across the country about current deer activity, conditions, and the tactics that are working right now.States/guests featured:Josh Smith | Wild Carrot Scents | TennesseeBeau Martonik | East Meets West Podcast | PennsylvaniaKevin Vistisen | Deer Hunter Podcast | MichiganNate Krick | Identical Draw | Kansas Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater Merch   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show I'm joined by New York bow hunter Jesse Coots to discuss the importance of being what he calls a “freestyle deer hunter" when targeting big old whitetail bucks.Topics discussed: A few thoughts on establishing personal hunting goals Hunting your own hunt What it means to be a "freestyle deer hunter" Properly matching tactics to region and circumstances The importance of putting yourself in new situations and hunting locations How the hunters you surround yourself with can impact your hunting success How to hunt October bucks in an area like New York VS Kansas VS Ohio The importance of long-range glassing and scouting How to hunt a deer from the outside in Decoying whitetail bucks on the ground   Balancing family and hunting  Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartp