Habitat Podcast #276 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio on the.deercamp.podcast with my good friend Andy Hutchens talking about the upcoming Habitat Day on his northern Michigan farm. We discuss: Habitat Day details & benefits Tips for Spring Habitat Projects Updates on the HP 40 & Northern 70 Debate on no-till planting methods And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. ...
May 10, 2024•34 min
Habitat Podcast #275 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Richard Rappley. Richard works for the NRCS in Illinois and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to government programs for your land. We discuss: Timber stand improvement CRP vs. EQIP Tackling invasive species Benefits of native plants Financial perks of eco-care Advice on brush and honeysuckle control Tips on getting conservation funding And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podca...
May 03, 2024•56 min
Habitat Podcast #274 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Jon Teater. Jon is a habitat manager from New York who has numerous years of experience managing habitat in hill country. We discuss: The best trees for north slopes Designing habitat for deer movement Wind & water management Spring food plot prep Terrain manipulation Deer behavior & bedding tweaks Effective plant species for slopes Food plot positioning & selection Habitat design...
Apr 26, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Habitat Podcast #273 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are bringing you a brand new series called "A Week In The Field." In this series, we will discuss what habitat projects we are doing each specific week relating to the specific time of year. The third installment of this series is with our favorite Minnesota habitat manager Corey Sullivan talking about planning for food plots. We discuss: Prepping for planting season Importance of soil testing Utilizing herbicides correctly Bal...
Apr 19, 2024•49 min
Habitat Podcast #272 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Paul Hollis. Paul is the owner of PH Outdoors and has been on the forefront of the advancements in no-till grain drills. We discuss: The art of no-till planting Ideal spring food plots Affordable, simple machinery The importance of soil tests Exclusion fences Prepping plots: A top spring task Small ag equipment gets smarter No-till importance for moist soil Direct experiences from Paul’s farm...
Apr 12, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Habitat Podcast #271 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Rich Hixson. Rich is the owner of tagged out seed products in Southern Ohio and has grown his fair share of big bucks. We discuss: Pulling a Winner for the Afflictor Broadheads Giveaway Reflections on 6 years of Habitat Podcast New HP40 Elevated Blind Building the 360 Pro XL Blind Rich's land clearing and habitat services Excavation for habitat enhancement Benefits of mobile hunting blinds Cr...
Apr 05, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Habitat Podcast #270 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with repeat guest Frank Brock. Frank is one of the owners of Morse Nursery and is a wealth of knowledge about trees and what types to plant depending on what part of the country you are in. We discuss: The top 5 hardy tree varieties The Best trees for cold & arid climates Spring vs Fall planting Spring planting benefits for growth Mature vs. young trees The importance of tree tubes Which persi...
Mar 29, 2024•51 min
Habitat Podcast #269 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are bringing you a brand new series called "A Week In The Field." In this series, we will be talking about what habitat projects we are doing each specific week relating to the specific time of year. The second installment of this series is with my Co-host Brian and Al Tometchko talking about TSI and edge feathering for travel corridors. We discuss: TSI projects & wildlife benefits Southern Ohio Vitalize test farm update Th...
Mar 22, 2024•54 min
Habitat Podcast #268 - In today’s bonus episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are doing something a little different. Repeat guest and friend of the podcast Andrew Hutchens has recently launched his own podcast called The.Deercamp.Podcast where he talks with guys from all walks of life about deer camp-style hunting stories. From time to time we will be premiering a few of his episodes and we are starting first with his recent discussion with Andy May. We discuss: Family and post-season life Teachin...
Mar 15, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Habitat Podcast #267 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are sitting down with one of our favorite personalities in the outdoor industry, Uncle Lou. Lou owns Stealth Outdoors and has been making hunters quieter for years. We discuss: Stealth Outdoors' origin story Starting with the creation of cable silencers Adapting to customer demand for various sizes The Rail Silencer Insights into customer-oriented business Uses beyond hunting gear The durability and practicality of the product ...
Mar 15, 2024•49 min
Habitat Podcast #266 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are sitting down with one of the original habitat managers Tony LaPratt. Tony has been managing his farm for deer for years and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to setting up your farm. We discuss: Tony's journey from fur trading to deer hunting Tony's trapping root's influence on hunting Importance of buck bedding areas Zoning property for deer management Making deer walk away at dusk Remaining undetected by deer Food pl...
Mar 08, 2024•1 hr 9 min
Habitat Podcast #265 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are bringing you a brand new series called "A Week In The Field." In this series, we will be talking about what habitat projects we are doing each specific week relating to the specific time of year. The first installment of this series is with a friend of the podcast Corey Sullivan talking about cutting trees on his Minnesota farm. We discuss: Creating bedding areas with a chainsaw The different types of cutting techniques Hin...
Mar 01, 2024•32 min
Habitat Podcast #264 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Lincoln Rohn. Lincoln is the owner of Packer Maxx Cultipackers who lives and breathes habitat work 24/7/365. We discuss: Launching a six-foot Packer Max Cultipacker Iowa late-season hunts Late season deer & habitat set up The importance of predator control Predator hunting during the rut Advantages of thermals in predator hunting Herd management through predator hunting The Michigan Deer Manageme...
Feb 23, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Habitat Podcast #263 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Kyle Heuerman. Kyle is a friend of the podcast and also has a YouTube Channel called Team Radical where he films his hunts and habitat projects. We discuss: Select cutting timber on your farm Adapting to neighboring hunting the fence line Impact of seasonal greens on deer Tree stand placement Figuring out deer habitats on a new piece Shed hunting vs. habitat work priorities Creating inviting food plo...
Feb 16, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Habitat Podcast #262 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with repeat guest Andy Hutchens. Andy is a friend of the podcast and is also host of the Deer Camp Podcast. We discuss: Exciting updates on the Northern 70 Logging adventures and habitat tips Andy's transition to podcasting Planning a Veteran's Hunt Soil rebuild with vitalized seed Upcoming projects: Northern 70 & HP 40 Building a Deer Camp from scratch Habitat projects for 2024 And So Much More! PATR...
Feb 09, 2024•42 min
Habitat Podcast #261 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Michael Back. Michael is a deer hunting guide in southern Ohio and lives and breathes big bucks 24/7/365. We discuss: Mastering Deer Access The Importance of Stealth Effective Stand Placement Don't access in pre-dawn or post-dusk Creating thick cover for stands Impact of hunting access on deer behavior Timing hunts for mature buck encounters Importance of non-intrusive stand setup Benefits of selecti...
Feb 02, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Habitat Podcast #260 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Corey Sullivan. Corey is a contributor to the Habitat Podcast YouTube channel documenting some of his habitat work on his home farm in Minnesota. We discuss: Growing up hunting in New York Learning the ropes of habitat management on a blank slate property Familiarize yourself with the different species of trees and shrubs Moving from New York to Minnesota Adjusting to not hunting a highly pressured s...
Jan 26, 2024•1 hr 21 min
Habitat Podcast #259 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Al Tomechko of Vitalize Seed. Al has put years of research into deveolping the Vitalze Seed Co blend. We discuss: Winter habitat tasks and safety New Nitro Boost mix New product: Seed Armor Plus! A fish fertilizer? The crucial role of soil testing Sudan grass added for biomass Opportunities for Vitalize Seed dealers And so much more! Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email...
Jan 20, 2024•47 min
Habitat Podcast #258 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Neil Hauger. Neil is a Whitetail Properties rep out of Wisconsin and is also the host of the American Land Man Podcast. We discuss: Neils 2024 Ohio buck Baiting deer: ethical or not? Predictions for the 2024 real estate market Habitat management plans for 2024 Real estate market insights Sustainable habitat management Migration trends & land demand Effective habitat strategies Importance of cover...
Jan 12, 2024•1 hr 24 min
Habitat Podcast #257 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Clark Cummings. Clark is a Whitetail Properties rep out of Illinois and is also a serious deer hunter and habitat manager. We discuss: Versatile habitat management Stealthy access and strategic food plot placement TSI and plot diversity CRP land transformation Bedding improvements for maximum deer attraction Maximizing property potential through adaptive use Meticulous attention to detail from timber...
Jan 05, 2024•1 hr 14 min
Habitat Podcast #256 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Rich Hixson. Rich is the owner of tagged out seed products in southern ohio and has grown his fair share of big bucks. We discuss: Deer Blind Placement Strategies High Volume Feeder Benefits Maximizing habitat Turnkey habitat improvement Ideal blind height Supplemental feeding strategies Managing land from afar And so much more! Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @...
Dec 29, 2023•1 hr 9 min
Habitat Podcast #255 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Brian and Jared are back with part 2 of this series with Skip Sligh of Iowa Whitetail. Skip has been managing his farms for monster whitetails in the coveted southeast corner of Iowa for the last 25 years including a 241" Seven Year Old Buck which you might recognize from the OnX Presents "Angry" short film. We discuss: Skip's 25 years of habitat work Refining timber with precise chainsaw tactics Importance of diverse habitat for ...
Dec 22, 2023•58 min
Habitat Podcast #254 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Brian and Jared sit down for part 1 of this part series with Skip Sligh of Iowa Whitetail. Skip has been managing his farms for monster whitetails in the coveted southeast corner of Iowa for the last 25 years including a 241" Seven Year Old Buck which you might recognize from the OnX Presents "Angry" short film. We discuss: Skip's 25 years of habitat work TSI methods that help with holding deer Funding TSI through state programs C...
Dec 15, 2023•59 min
Habitat Podcast #253 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Brian and Jared sit down with friend of the podcast and repeat guest Sam Carrozza. It has been a long season with higher high's and super low low's but at the end of the day, that feeling of tagging out is what keeps us coming back! We discuss: Missed shots and near misses Epic monologues on hunting lows Your season can change in an instant Persistence pays off Watching for late season cold fronts The emotional rollercoaster that ...
Dec 08, 2023•1 hr 16 min
Habitat Podcast #252 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we sit down with friend of the podcast and land plan client Ryan Jackson. Ryan has been putting in the hard work on his 43 acre Indiana property and it has paid dividends majorly! We discuss: Father-son hunting strategy 160+ buck harvested by his son Intense big buck encounters Transforming 43 acres into a big deer honey hole NRCS contracts and what they entail Habitat work pays off Warm season grasses Successfully using a grain d...
Dec 01, 2023•1 hr 15 min
Habitat Podcast #250 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are live from the Northern 70 with my dad spending Thanksgiving with the family. We discuss: Logging updates at the Northern 70 The vision for Northern 70's transformation Introducing the new HP 40 project First hunt on the HP 40 property HP 40 debut hunt observations Chainsaw work reshapes the land Deer camp traditions & favorite treats Thanksgiving & Deer Camp updates The significance of cover in hunting And so much m...
Nov 25, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Habitat Podcast #250 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are live from Van Hees Deer Camp 2023 with some familiar voices and one new one. We discuss: A Boundary dispute with rude landowner Tension with a local landowner Encounters with "Squirrel Man" An Intense Firestarter debate New traditions Opening day deer camp excitement Opening day success New hunting gear reviews An encounter with a unique bar patron Updates on the hunt Tracking the big bucks Hunting during a warm deer season...
Nov 17, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Habitat Podcast #249 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we sit down with Cory Franceus. Cory is a repeat guest from Michigan who has had a stellar season so far on his home farm. We discuss: Sandy soil can pose challenges in tree growth and food plot establishment Ordering trees in advance ensures availability of desired varieties Focusing on one buck can be rewarding The benefits of enhancing a property with food plots, timber stand improvement, and reducing hunting pressure to attrac...
Nov 10, 2023•1 hr 6 min
Habitat Podcast #248 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we sit down with Adam Miller. Adam is the co-host of The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast and is early into his habitat management journey with his Northern Michigan Property. We discuss: How he got started with the Bow Hunter Chronicles podcast Adam talks about his recent hunting trip to Northern Indiana public land Dealing with the challenges of hosting a large deer camp Building lasting friendships and inspiring others to start the...
Nov 03, 2023•1 hr 9 min
Habitat Podcast #247 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we sit down with Ty Johnson. Ty was one of our first ever land clients on his 25 acres in Kentucky after he made the move from Colorado to Kentucky, and we break down the Successes and failures he's seen on his property. We discuss: He started by hunting on friends' property before eventually buying 26 acres of land for himself Soil samples revealed the property had excellent soil quality, making careful chemical use vital The str...
Oct 27, 2023•1 hr 21 min
