Send us a text This is a fun one, folks. Today, I'm joined by professional chef and fermentation expert, Brad Leone. Brad grew up hunting and fishing in New Jersey and learned from an early age that it's important to understand where your food comes from. His passion for quality ingredients led him to culinary school and a job at Bon Appétit Magazine, where he hosts two Youtube shows: It's Alive with Brad and It's Alive: Goin' Places . Whether you're into fish, game, or shellfish, the opportunit...
Jan 18, 2021•43 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Send us a text When it comes to hunting tags, it seems that every state draw system has reinvented the wheel any way but round. Hunting applications are confusing and no two states are alike. If you want to increase your hunting opportunities, it's daunting to even know where to start. That's where The Draw comes in. Today, I'm joined by Jordan Christensen and Casey Kuehnlenz of The Draw, an application service that helps people apply for any hunt anywhere. Whatever your goals are, consultants a...
Jan 11, 2021•58 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Send us a text We're talking mountain goats this week, as I'm joined by board member of the Rocky Mountain Goat Alliance, Jason Peak. The RMGA is a great hunting and conservation group who's mission is to increase the management, range, and populations of rocky mountain goats across North America, which they achieve through actual on the ground projects. Mountain goats are an amazing and uniquely North American animal. Learning more about their habits and biology is just the first step in caring...
Jan 04, 2021•56 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Send us a text This week, I'm muzzleloader hunting in Maine with Patrick Hanley of Sig Sauer, as we record a joint episode of the Big Woods Bucks Podcast with host, Hal Blood, and his co-host, Joe Kruse. Hal is a legendary whitetail tracker. He's taken more than one hundred mature white-tailed bucks in his 50 years of experience, and is the author of several books on tracking and hunting. Hunting techniques and preferences vary significantly by region. From terrain and tracking to our favorite r...
Dec 21, 2020•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Send us a text This week, I'm in New Hampshire touring the headquarters of NEMO Equipment. NEMO is a designer manufacturer of high end, quality outdoor gear. After our tour, I sat down with NEMO CEO & Founder, Cam Brensinger, Creative Content Director, Randy Gaetano, and Sig Sauer's Rifle Product Manager, Patrick Hanley. NEMO is a unique and truly innovative company in the sense that they never bring anything to market that doesn’t offer a meaningfully better experience than what’s already o...
Dec 14, 2020•59 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Send us a text It's the glass episode folks, and this week, Joe Fruechtel and I are taking a deep dive into everything you need to know about optics. Joe is the Director of Product Management at Sig Sauer Optics and his knowledge is invaluable. We break down all the features of a rifle scope, from turrets to reticles, and discuss the difference between tactical vs. hunting scopes. We also cover some great new products from Sig Optics that were major game changers for me in the field this year. O...
Dec 07, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Send us a text This week, I'm joined by NHL players, Brad Marchand and Kevan Miller, of the Boston Bruins. Brad and Kevan have been teammates for the past 8 years and have recently stared their own outdoor gear and outfitting business, March and Mill Co. Kevan and Brad both see hunting as a way of life and an opportunity to connect with others. We had a good time discussing the skills and lessons that hockey can bring to hunting, from Newfoundland, Canada to Boston, Massachusetts. On Instagram B...
Nov 30, 2020•53 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Send us a text The Eastman family has been been dominating the western hunting media for the past three generations. From hunting books to TV shows, Eastmans' Publishing Inc. is the number one source for stories of ethical 100% fair chase hunters. Today, I'm joined by Ike Eastman, President of Eastmans' Publishing and co-host of Eastmans' Hunting TV, as we discuss Imperiled , his upcoming documentary on mule deer. Ike teamed up with the Wyoming Migration Initiative to teach people about the grea...
Nov 23, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Send us a text Waterfowl season is in full swing, and today I'm joined by waterfowl expert, Eric Strand. Eric fell in love with the sport at 15, and has been perfecting his techniques ever since. He is a waterfowl guide, owns a decoy business (Decoy Dancer), and is developing his own calls with Born and Raised Outdoors. Eric is also a 6-time state champion duck caller and placed 3rd in the World Goose Calling Championship. He is hands down the best duck caller I've ever heard, and I'm really loo...
Nov 16, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Send us a text Today is Veteran's Day, and I had the honor of sitting down after a bull elk hunt with adjunct instructor for Sig Academy and fellow veteran, Andrew Bottrell. Andrew served in the Navy's EOD unit, and is now a triple amputee. His attitude and resilience is an inspiration. Andrew has learned to focus on what he can do, and not what he can't do. That philosophy has driven him to be the best hunter he can be, and on the first day of our elk hunt, he got it done. On Instagram Andrew B...
Nov 11, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Send us a text Episode recorded on August 12th, 2020 When it come to gear, military grade doesn't necessarily mean good. It just means good enough. Alan Kidner, an Australian veteran and bow hunter, has had his fair share of experience dealing with subpar equipment. That's why he and his wife, Karen, started their own outfighting business, Pathfinder Outdoors. At Pathfinder Outdoors, Al and Karen only sell gear they know they can trust. Join us this week as Al and I discuss our respective time i...
Nov 02, 2020•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Send us a text With the election just 9 days away, I think it's important to be able to recognize the good and bad leadership traits in the people we might be voting for. There are 14 leadership traits and 11 leadership principles of the United States Marine Corps. Here to shed some light on these values, is the very man who trained me to be a leader, former marine, Major Mark Wlaschin. Mark is an extraordinary teacher who has always set the example and taken responsibility for himself and his t...
Oct 26, 2020•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Send us a text This week, I'm once again joined by hunting guide and videographer, Jordan Budd, as we wrap up the final chapter from Kodiak, Alaska. In this episode, Jordan and I discuss the differences between guiding and hunting. As guides, we help people achieve success in whatever way they define it, and that can mean vastly different things to different people. It's a fun and rewarding job, but there's a lot more to it than people might think. Join us for an inside look at being a guide. Jo...
Oct 19, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Send us a text Ever wanted advice from the best shooter on the planet? Well, here's your opportunity. On part 2 of our Kodiak series, I am once again joined by pro shooter, Daniel Horner, and hunting guide, Jordan Budd. Daniel has been a competitive shooter since he was twelve years old, winning multiple national and world titles. In this episode, Daniel shares his expertise on proper shooting practice and execution, and how his skills as a sniper translate to successfully harvesting game. On In...
Oct 12, 2020•1 hr 38 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Send us a text Coming to you this week from Kodiak, Alaska, I am joined by Sig Sauer pro shooter and hunter, Daniel Horner, hunting guide and videographer, Jordan Budd, and Sig Sauer's rifle and ammo product manager, Patrick Hanely. These folks are truly the best of the best with great advice and wisdom to share. We cover backpack hunting, wolves vs coyotes, safety in bear country, the development of the new Sig Cross Rifle, and how to mentally and physically prepare for your toughest hunt. On I...
Oct 05, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Send us a text What lessons can modern hunters implement from ancient people? What practices have been forgotten? This week, I am joined by Devin Pettigrew, an archeologist who studies the tools and tactics used by ancient hunters. We cover traditional archery, steel vs stone broadheads, and the atlatl, an ancient dart throwing weapon that is still used by traditional hunters today. Devin on Instagram Devin's website all about the atlatl...
Sep 28, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Send us a text There's a lot to keep track of when preparing for a hunting trip, and sometimes your ammo gets left behind. Specialized cartridges can be difficult to find in a pinch, so there are definitely benefits to using everyday ammo. This week, I'm joined by hunting guide and professional shooter, Peter Howell, to discuss the pros, cons, and capabilities of the most common ammunition found at gas stations and hardware stores across the world. We cover rifle and pistol cartridges, and what ...
Sep 21, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Send us a text Have you ever spent a night out in the backcountry, away from light pollution, and just been mesmerized by the night sky? As hunters who carry powerful optics, we have the ability to view stars, moons, and planets. In this episode, Rick McAlister, a hobbyist astrophotographer and astronomer, walks me through the mind blowing scale of the universe and all the amazing things you can see with your spotting scope on your next hunt....
Sep 14, 2020•48 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Send us a text Florida's native wildlife has been decimated by invasive species such as feral hogs, green iguanas, and the massive Burmese python, a snake that can grow to be 20 ft long and take down a fully grown deer. Mike, the Python Cowboy, is a state contracted python hunter and the owner of Martin County Trapping & Wildlife Rescue. This guy is the real deal, as he bushwhacks through the everglades taking down record breaking pythons with his bare hands. Join me as we discuss Mike's mis...
Sep 07, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Send us a text Patrick Hanely has spent a lifetime hunting Northeast game. He has been working in the firearms industry for the past 11 years and is currently the Rifle Product Manager for Sig Sauer. This week, Patrick and I break down every aspect of the new Sig Sauer Cross Rifle, from the barrel to the butt pad. Sig Sauer's mission is to ask "how can we make this better?" Through innovation and real world hunter experience, they've created a versatile product that I am confident in carrying th...
Aug 31, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Send us a text Many anglers are picking up fly fishing for the first time this year, but buying gear for a new hobby can be intimidating. Luckily, my good buddy, Adam Hutchinson has spent the last decade working for Winston Fly Rods. This week, we discuss how to get the best rod for your budget based on where and how you fish, emerging fisheries around the world, and why mountain whitefish and common carp deserve your respect. We also reminisce about our favorite archery hunts, and tips for hunt...
Aug 24, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Send us a text Woniya is the owner of Buckskin Revolution, where her mission is to empower people to live a full life through the teaching of ancestral skills. She was a contestant on season 6 of the History Channel's show, Alone, in which she survived an impressive 73 days in subfreezing temperatures near the arctic circle. In this episode, Woniya shares her expertise in brain tanning hides, living off the land, and what it takes mentally, physically, and emotionally to go though such an extrem...
Aug 17, 2020•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Send us a text Joel is a unique and incredible survival expert and instructor. He grew up in South Africa and Tanzania and has spent a lot of time learning jungle survival skills from the Rama Indians in Nicaragua and tracking and hunting from the Maasai and Hadza tribal people of Tanzania. Recently, Joel was a contestant on season 7 of the History Channel's survival show, Alone. In this show, contestants have to survive completely on their own in the wilderness with only the aide of their 10 ch...
Aug 10, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Send us a text Jordan Budd does it all. She's a hunting guide, photographer, videographer, writer, cattle rancher, gear expert, and a total badass. She is the owner of Running Water Media where she films some of the most epic backcountry hunts all over the world. Rookies and experienced hunters alike can gain a lot of knowledge from her as we discuss her journey into professional hunting, gear you don't need, pack goats, optics, and our upcoming mountain goat hunt in Alaska. Jordan's Budd's Busi...
Aug 03, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Send us a text Bryan Marshall, or Bam Bam, is a USMC veteran, a hunting guide, and owner of Wild Chaos, an outdoor lifestyle brand. He is also the founder of Wishes for Warriors Corp, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping wounded veterans get back into the outdoors through therapeutic retreats such as hunting, rafting, and fishing. Bam has worked in the outdoor industry for years and is an expert on gear and clothing. Bam currently works for Kryptek, linked below. This week, find out wh...
Jul 27, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Send us a text Cort and Derek of Black Fin Fly Fishing Co. have caught fish in some of the most wild and remote places in the world, from Iceland to Argentina. They also happen to be brilliant photographers and videographers and their films have won several awards at fly fishing film festivals. These guys are experts at planning epic fishing trips and capturing once in a life time moments. Learn what it takes to catch your bucket list fish and how you can hire Black Fin to help you. Black Fin's ...
Jul 20, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Send us a text This week, with help from my friend and fellow hunter, Erica Gilliland, we answer listener questions about all things hunting. We discuss thermals, optics, what we keep in our hunting packs, what is the most cost effective rifle, how to avoid bears, the best method for calling elk, and our opinions on urine.
Jul 14, 2020•53 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Send us a text Good leadership, especially on a backcountry expedition, is often overlooked and understated. But having strong leadership can be the difference between failure and success on your next outdoor adventure. My guest this week is leadership expert Gary Thompson. Gary has been teaching leadership principles for NOLS and the University of Idaho for the past 20 years. He helped develop the McCall Outdoor Science School (MOSS), has instructed leadership expeditions in the Yukon and Patag...
Jul 06, 2020•59 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Send us a text I need your help sharing this episode. I recently and briefly met a gentleman who was among the first Navy SEALs who was struggling to catch kokanee, and didn't get his name. I recorded this episode solo explaining in depth how to catch kokanee so he could have a resource to refer to in order to improve his experience on the water. Hopefully this reaches him, and is helpful to you. I hope you will share this episode to improve the odds of it reaching this war hero, and thank you f...
Jun 29, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Send us a text John Hollister is the foremost expert on designing and explaining silencers after a 35 year career with them. There is no part of a firearm that is more often misunderstood than the humble and baffled can. From the history of the man who invented them to the the wild laws and regulations surrounding their use-- we get into it all. And then we explain how to get one for yourself. Learn more at https://www.sigsauer.com/products/suppressors/...
Jun 22, 2020•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 12
