In this episode of The Hunt Stealth Podcast, Ryan Uffens sits down with Kade Maddock of Madd Hunts to talk about growing up in a hunting family, building an outfitting business in Mexico, and the launch of the Creators Camp Collective—a collaboration of hunting creators working together to produce powerful storytelling and brand partnerships in the hunting industry.

Kade shares the story of a multi-year mule deer hunt, lessons learned from failure, and how patience, persistence, and boots-on-the-ground scouting ultimately led to success. The conversation also dives into predator management, hunting in Mexico, and why the journey of hunting matters more than the score of the animal.

Key Takeaways:

• Boots on the ground beats everything. The only way to truly understand an area and its animals is by putting in the miles.

• Patience kills more animals than aggression. Rushing stalks or forcing opportunities often leads to blown chances.

• Focus creates success. Hyper-focusing on one specific animal can deepen the hunting experience and sharpen your skills.

• Predator management matters. Coyotes and other predators can heavily impact deer populations and livestock if left unmanaged.

• The journey matters more than the score. The memories, experiences, and time spent hunting often outweigh the final measurement of an animal.

Follow Kade Maddock:

Instagram: @kademadd_hunts + @madd_hunts

Youtube: @MADDhunts + @CreatorsCampCollective

Website: www.maddhunts.com