Hey everyone, welcome to episode 202 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by two PA brothers Andrew and Doug Huegel. I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation with these guys. Andrew owns Huegel Taxidermy out of Lebanon & Lancaster County. Doug on the other hand owns Huegel Design Co. where he does logo design, branding and illustrations. Both are extremely talented individuals and avid hunters. We have a fun conversation about building their brands, and growing as hunt...
Dec 06, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 96
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 201 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by PA native Mark Belles. Mark is an avid hunter who loves whitetail and getting out for bear during the season. Mark had a very quick season this year as far as whitetails are concerned. By quick, I mean tagging out on his buck on the statewide opener back in September. Mark is a friend of Tom Runscavage, who is a great friend of mine. It was great to have the opportunity to speak with Mark and he...
Nov 29, 2023•45 min•Ep. 95
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 200 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by PA native and straight up awesome hunter Chad Snader. I am thrilled to finally have Chad on the podcast! This is literally like 3 years in the making. A few years back I was trying to possibly do the mid-season episodes, and asked Chad to come on. Plans fell through, but we have kept tabs on each other and over these 3 seasons or so I have watched Chad knock buck after buck down, turkey after tu...
Nov 22, 2023•59 min•Ep. 94
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 199 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by Owner of Spartan Forge, Bill Thompson. Let’s get straight to it everyone, Bill is an individual that loves data and improving daily. From improving as an individual and hunter, Bill does what he can to do so. Over the last couple of years since starting up Spartan Forge, Bill has been able to share camp with some outstanding hunters of the likes of Levi Morgan, Seek One, Johnny Stewart, Beau Mar...
Nov 15, 2023•58 min•Ep. 93
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 198 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by Co-Owner of Exodus Outdoor Gear, Jake Hofer. Let’s get straight to it everyone, Jake is an individual that just flat out puts in the time to be a better hunter. Jake hosts the Exodus Podcast where he has the chance to interview weekly some of the deadliest deer hunters out there. So, from learning from those guys, to his personal experience I wanted to have Jake on to talk about this timeframe w...
Nov 08, 2023•52 min•Ep. 92
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 197 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by Co-Host of the Southern Outdoorsmen Podcast Jacob Myers! Jacob and Andrew run a phenomenal show and I always have a great time when I am able to catch up with Jacob. This was a great time to have Jacob on to discuss some rut hunting information and breaking down some hunts and more! This episode is packed with deer hunting stories and tactics that will help you out in the heat of the moment duri...
Nov 01, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 91
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 196 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by PA native and host of the East Meets West Podcast Beau Martonik! What a fun episode to record with Beau as he shares his top 5 rut hunting strategies and tactics. Beau also dives into specific scenarios that I truly believe will help any hunter out during the rut, but also be mentally and physically prepared for the best time of the year when it comes to deer hunting! We begin this episode by he...
Oct 25, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 90
Hey everyone, welcome to the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by my good friend Dan Hansel. Dan grew up here in central PA where he has always had the passion for the outdoors, hunting and drive to help other hunters be more successful. Upon graduating from Penn State Dan began developing the app TrophyTracks. Which is a glorified management/journal program that will help all hunters be more organized. Since Dan has developed the app, it has gone through a total transformat...
Oct 20, 2023•24 min•Ep. 89
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 195 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by PA native and a damn good hunter, Ryan Glitsky! Over the last couple of years Ryan has really put himself out there when it comes to being one of the hardest working hunters. Between putting the miles on scouting and hunting, Ryan sure has a lot to offer when it comes to advice. We didn’t waste any time in this episode as Ryan shares what you need to be doing right now in the woods to be success...
Oct 18, 2023•57 min•Ep. 88
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 194 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by PA native and good friend of mine, Chris Weist! Over the last couple of years Chris has really dialed in his hunting strategies that has led to more encounters and more success. Chris for example was successful last year killing 4 bucks in 3 different states all with different tactics! As hunters, we try our best to put in the work to scout and make up the best gameplan we can to find success. W...
Oct 11, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 87
Hey everyone, welcome to the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by my good friend Tim Sisock. Tim was successful on his ID trip where he shot his third mule deer. We quickly discuss what it was like traveling since he flew both ways, then we get into the good stuff about what is happening right now! There will be the first cold front that will be sticking around in PA for a few days. Tim shares his excitement for the season and we get into a really enjoyable discussion about ...
Oct 06, 2023•37 min•Ep. 86
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 193 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by Tony Peterson! It is always a great time to catch up with Tony over an episode. It is no secret that Tony is a BIG fan of hunting early season whitetail. There are many factors that come into play for Tony and we get into this discussion on what to key in on to have success during the early season timeframe! We begin this episode by hearing Tony share some fun upcoming hunts he has in store with...
Oct 04, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 85
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 192 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by PA native Steve Sherk Jr. to kick off the PA state wide opener week! This is the second year in a row that Steve has kicked off the season for us. If you are like me, when Steve speaks you have to listen! He is one of the best out there when it comes to providing helpful information and has year after year success in the PA woods. This was a really fun episode to record because we discussed some...
Sep 27, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 84
Hey everyone, welcome to the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by Chris Weist. Chris was on the show back in July and we hit it off. In that episode we discussed how Chris likes to head to Maryland for some early hunts to knock the dust off and prepare for the season. The start to the year has already been a good one for both Chris and I. We discussed some of the encounters that he already has had and the one I had in Maryland as well. Chris shares his plans to hunt the rest...
Sep 22, 2023•17 min•Ep. 83
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 191 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by none other than Joe Miles. Joe is the owner of ASIO Gear and resides in South Carolina. Joe also runs the Mission Whitetail Podcast. Whenever Joe is a guest on a podcast, I always seem to pick up a few things and just truly enjoy his philosophy on hunting and more. So, Joe has always been a top guest for me to have on the show and speak with. He didn't disappoint on this one. Coming off an early...
Sep 20, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 82
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 190 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by my great friend Jim D’Agostino! You should know Jim if you have listened to the podcast over the years and if you’re new to the show then buckle up because he is one of a kind. A great human, friend, archer and hunter. Jim over the last couple of years has helped me tremendously with my shooting. We wanted to have an episode before the season kicks off state wide here in PA. Jim will be embarkin...
Sep 13, 2023•50 min•Ep. 81
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 189 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by Alex and Jeff of Vantage Point Archery. Jeff is one of the owners and Alex is the marketing manager for VPA. Nothing like getting a chance to speak with individuals that truly care so much about archery and bowhunting. During this conversation you will hear the passion and drive that Jeff has when it comes to both of these communities. You will also get to hear Alex speak about the new Omega bro...
Sep 06, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 80
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 188 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by Byron Horton from The Whitetail Experience. Byron is a guest that I am extremely excited to have on the show! I have been watching Bryon’s YouTube videos the last few years and tune into his podcast whenever he drops them right here on the Sportmen’s Empire! This is one of those episodes where you name it, we talked about it when it comes to hunting whitetails! From the struggles of last season,...
Aug 30, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 79
On this week's episode I was joined by Mr. Kansas Jon Landwehr! Jon resides in Kansas where over the last three years he has killed TWO 200+ deer and one 170+! This year Jon, Tyler Wilbur and Angelo Giannoi are going to be traveling all over the country filming their hunts for their brand Legacy Pursuit. We get to hear what Jon has planned and all the stories, lessons and strategies Jon used killing his 3 giant KS bucks!! We begin this episode by getting an introduction to Jon and hear how he le...
Aug 23, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 78
On this week's episode I was joined by Jeff Cordero! You may have seen Jeff on YouTube where he makes some really great content regarding archery and hunting but you may also have seen him working in the pit on the racetrack for the 24 car on the weekends. Jeff and I had a really fun conversation about life, archery, hunting and more! We begin this episode by getting an introduction to Jeff and hear how he is in the position he is with his job in the Nascar world. This was a unique and refreshin...
Aug 16, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 77
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 185 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by a good friend of mine, Bryant Lyon from America’s Best Bowstrings. I have known Bryant the last four years and we have a ton in common outside of the hunting world. It was great catching up with him and also picking his brain on what is happening at ABB/Helix and how he is preparing for this upcoming hunting season. Bryant mainly hunts Ohio and has the opportunity to hunt some great land that st...
Aug 09, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 76
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 184 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by a good friend of mine Josh Kirchner. Josh, known as the Dialed in Hunter on his social media accounts, has made a name for himself in the hunting world over the last decade with his hard work and determination. Josh was a guest on the podcast all the way back on episode 11! It is awesome to have him on again and catch up with the record button hit. Within this episode we get into a fun conversat...
Aug 02, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 75
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 183 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by the big guy Chris Weist! Chris is located in South Central PA, and had a crazy year last year connecting on 4 bucks in 3 different states! When I listened to Chris on other podcasts I knew I needed to get him on the show to discuss some whitetail stuff. This episode wraps up the mini series I did for the month of July, in what our guests are doing now to lead up to the season. Chris was able to ...
Jul 26, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 74
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 182 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by First Lite’s Whitetail Category Manager Gregg Farrell. This is Gregg’s fourth time being a guest on the show, and with each appearance, I continue to learn every time he is on. Gregg lives, breathes and sleeps all things whitetail. I don’t know about you, but right now in the middle of July I am ready to be in full swing season mode. Gregg and I kick things off in this episode catching up a litt...
Jul 19, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 73
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 180 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by Tethrd’s own Greg Godfrey!! Over the last 6+ years of diving down the YouTube rabbit hole of hunting videos, there was one that I personally followed because of some great DIY videos. The individual that was putting out these great videos was none other than Greg Godfrey on his G2 outdoors channel. From spray painting your sticks to building the ultimate truck camping experience Greg had a video...
Jul 12, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 72
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 180 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by Jake Vernon!! Jake resides in PA, but had a really unique upbringing when it came to hunting. Growing up Jake traveled a lot to Kentucky to hunt whitetail, then had the opportunity to live in Montana. This is where Jake seemed to really sharpen his skills as a whitetail hunter. In this specific episode Jake and I cover a variety of topics and stories. To go along with this episode, please head o...
Jul 05, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 71
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 179 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by the one and only Ike Eastman. The President of Eastmans’ Publishing, host of Beyond the Grid and Eastmans Journal Podcast. What a fun conversation I had with Ike and a chance for not only myself but all of you listening to hear a quick family history of how Eastmans Hunting Journal started out and a ton more!! Kicking this episode off, Ike introduces himself and gives a quick family back story f...
Jun 28, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 70
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 178 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by Mike Lindahl from Domain Outdoor. Mike was on the podcast two springs ago talking about how to improve your land and his company Domain Outdoor. However, this episode Mike and I had an enjoyable conversation where we were able to just catch up! Last time we saw each other was at the 2022 ATA show and throughout the year we always keep tabs on what each other is up to. So, we decided to catch up ...
Jun 21, 2023•51 min•Ep. 69
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 177 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by PA native Tyler Wilbur. Tyler and I had a fun conversation about a variety of whitetail topics. These topics included his success this past year, how that will help him for this upcoming season, learning from Steve Sherk and how his scouting is evolving. We cover some more topics that I believe will fire you up for this whitetail season! The main topic of this episode is don’t leave anything to ...
Jun 14, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 68
Hey everyone, welcome to episode 176 of the Antler Up Podcast! On this week's episode I was joined by Chad Sylvester of Exodus Outdoor Gear. This was a great conversation with Chad and one that I haven’t had on the podcast before. This isn’t like the last time Chad was on where we dove deep into whitetail strategy. This time around we dive deep into life and how we can be better individuals. Kicking this episode off, Chad talks about his upbringing and the life experiences he went through by wor...
Jun 07, 2023•57 min•Ep. 67
