On episode 16 of the GameKeeper Podcast, we welcome Dr. Mike Chamberlain of UGA, a wildlife researcher, professor, and fanatical hunter to the show. Is it possible that red wolves (or even their genes in coyotes), still live in the southern US? Dr. Chamberlain helps answer this question by explaining the history of the red wolf and what efforts were taken to try to bring them back. He also explains that our habitat management practices could be helping predators more than we realize. Dudley answ...
Nov 17, 2020•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 16
On episode 15 of the GameKeeper Podcast, the crew discusses the recent New Mexico public land elk hunt with Lannie Wallace, and our very own Mossy Oak compadre, Jesse Raley. We hear their story of how they traversed the New Mexico landscape, and fill two elk tags with Grahams Guide service. Dudley answers the question: What type of fruit trees and what areas should I plant on a new clear-cut to create a whitetail sanctuary? Listen wherever you get your podcast! Presented by: Leupold – www.leupol...
Nov 10, 2020•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 15
On episode 14 of the GameKeeper Podcast, the crew discusses whitetails with world class Gamekeeper Glenn Garner, the manager of Foxworthy Farms, and we also get a surprise visit from our favorite Gamekeeper and legendary comedian, Jeff Foxworthy. Glenn and Jeff tell their secrets on creating ideal whitetail habitat and their strategies on harvesting giant bucks, including Jeff’s secret to staying calm. Although creating cover, planting food plots, and knowing what days to hunt are all key, they ...
Nov 03, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 14
On this special (13th) episode of the GameKeeper podcast, the crew discusses the upcoming rare Blue Moon and the effects the moon has on wildlife. Although some studies suggest deer movement is not affected by the moon, we discuss our experiences with moon phases. Also in the spirt of Halloween, we tell a few hair-raising deer camp ghost stories that are certain to make everyone a little uncomfortable next time they are at their hunting camp by themselves. Listen wherever you get your podcast! S...
Oct 30, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 13
On this episode of the GameKeeper Podcast, we continue the long tail cat discussion and feature Jason Cook who was attacked by a large cat while turkey hunting in South Florida. It’s a hair raising story hunting story and reminder to us all that nature is wild and we should all maintain a healthy respect for all wildlife. Plus Dudley answers questions on the hack and squirt technique and tree fertilization and we learn about the lonesome sounding Whippoorwill. Presented by: Russel Boots Listen w...
Oct 27, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 12
On this episode of the GameKeepers of Mossy Oak Podcast, we take a look on the other side of the fence to try and help poacher proof our properties. We put our feelings aside and welcome the self-proclaimed “prince of poachers” Charles Beaty to the show. Follow along as this convicted poacher from Texas helps us understand the mindset and hopefully how to prevent and protect your property against violators. We are also reminded that everyone’s life has a different path, life’s decisions can brin...
Oct 22, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 11
On this episode of the GameKeeper Podcast, we pick apart two unverified southern long tail cat sightings in Alabama and dive into the age old disagreement: Do long tail cats really live in the southeast US and are the sightings legit? First we test two stories between Lannie and CJ Davis, who were together when their mystery cat appeared. We get both stories separately to see if anything sounds fishy. Later we interrogate Mossy Oak’s Rob Moore and his story of an Alabama long tail cat he encount...
Oct 12, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 10
On this episode of GameKeeper Podcast, we talk with David Lindsey of The Lindsey Way. David tells the amazing story of Mr. Mumbles, the 9 ½ year old Georgia buck that was only seen three times in person and left a long history of sheds on the ground. Mr. Mumbles finally shows himself during an early bow season hunt and the rest is history. David also shares a few tips on what makes their GA farm so successful and how the trees they plant, play a key role in their hunting success. Also Dudley ans...
Oct 05, 2020•55 min•Ep. 9
On this episode of the GameKeeper Podcast, we welcome our first in-studio guest, the trapper and social media phenomenon David Ellis, famously known as YawtYawt. The Yawt talks; techniques on trapping the big sounders; traps he prefers; the difference between lures and baits, singing to skunks, and giving back to the community. The crew discusses: Mississippi State University hog tracking research; deer season kicking off; last minute food plot equipment repairs; acorns falling and some giant bu...
Sep 29, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 8
On this episode of the GameKeeper Podcast we welcome Dr. Edward Snoddy, Ph.D. also known as Dr. M.E.E.N Green to us. We go deep with Dr. Snoddy on how and why MEEN Green, BioLogic’s foliar fertilizer works and the importance of micronutrients in your food plots. Dudley answers questions on spacing trees, growth rate, and planting grass plugs. The crew also discusses an interesting technique on how to hold a dragonfly without causing any damage (spoiler alert: with your lips), Madonna’s personal ...
Sep 18, 2020•41 min•Ep. 7
On this episode of the GameKeeper Podcast the crew discusses: remembering where we were on 9/11/01; opening day youth dove hunt, the excitement of the hunt that causes the fire, ready, aim reflex; Dove Necropsy – what is it and why it is important to know; Preview of GameKeepers Fall magazine issue on wildlife bridges and rifle silencers; The amazing muscadine and Bobby brings a surprise snack; Ask Dudley on planting persimmons, early season hunting spots, and dove lifespans; PLUS everything in ...
Sep 15, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 6
Welcome to the latest GameKeeper Podcast. On this episode, Larry Burns of Foxworthy Farms gets us caught up with his banana loving dog Bogey, and how they’re preparing for his first dove season. Also the GameKeeper crew discuss why bucks crave salt and explain why brassica’s (the backbone of BioLogic blends) are one of our favorite selections to plant. · Dove season opener · Our favorite way to cook and eat doves · How Larry has prepared Bogey for his first dove season · Whitetail camera surveys...
Sep 04, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 5
Welcome, once again to the Mossy Oak Land Enhancement podcast studio for the latest GameKeeper Podcast. On this episode we wish a very happy Birthday to the original GameKeeper Mr. Fox and welcome a longtime friend and GameKeeper, Mark Drury, known as one of the best whitetail deer managers and food plot experts. Mark explains how the Drury Outdoors team consistently produce successful food plots including: · When and what to plant · The importance of soil conditions · Deer density and the size ...
Aug 25, 2020•55 min•Ep. 4
Welcome, once again to the Mossy Oak Land Enhancement podcast studio for the latest GameKeeper Podcast. On this episode we welcome special guest Vandy Collins, better known as the Dove Czar and our very own Clay David, with his extensive knowledge in competition shooting. We cover everything revolving around dove hunting and shooting including; · This year’s dove forecast · How to become a better instinctive shooter and finding your lead distance · Helice Shooting · Staying legal · Dove hunting ...
Aug 17, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 3
Join us as we discuss the state of the Mississippi deer herd with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks Deer Program Coordinator, William McKinley. We touch on all things deer; including the 2019 south delta flooding, CWD, the effects hunting has on the economy, and much more. For more on whitetails visit - http://www.gamekeepersclub.com/content/default.aspx Send a text message to the show! When does deer season start? If you want the best deer herd possible this fall - th...
Aug 06, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 2
Welcome to the first episode of the GameKeeper podcast! Today we sit down with Dr. Bronson Strickland of Mississippi State Deer Lab to discuss antler genesis and what we can do to help grow the healthiest deer possible. http://www.gamekeepersclub.com Send a text message to the show! When does deer season start? If you want the best deer herd possible this fall - then deer season starts NOW. For a limited time podcast listeners get 10% off with coupon code: GKPOD Support the show Stay connected w...
Jun 30, 2020•58 min•Ep. 1