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The conversation revolves around the recent regulation changes in hunting in Michigan. The hosts express frustration with the lack of clarity and understanding displayed by the commissioners during the meetings. They discuss the importance of involving youth and disabled hunters and express disappointment with the decision to limit buck harvest for these groups. They also touch on the antler point restriction and the need for better communication and decision-making from the National Resources Committee. The conversation revolves around the disappointment and frustration with the decision-making process of the Michigan Natural Resources Commission (NRC) regarding deer hunting regulations. The lack of understanding and knowledge of deer hunting among the commission members is highlighted, as well as the disregard for the input and desires of hunters.

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In this conversation, We discuss saddle hunting and the development of Brandon's pocket climbing stick. They talk about the benefits of saddle hunting, such as increased mobility and efficiency, and the compact size of the pocket climbing stick. They also discuss the growth of saddle hunting in recent years and the various options and customization available for saddle setups. They emphasize the importance of safety and recommend trying out different saddles before making a purchase. Saddle hunting offers a safe and versatile system for climbing trees. The use of climbing sticks has progressed the most in the past 15 years, with advancements in compactness and lightness. Saddle hunting provides advantages in shooting capabilities, mobility, and adaptability to different hunting situations. It is particularly beneficial for hunting on public land or in areas where stand setups may need to be changed frequently. The system requires practice and customization to individual preferences. Saddle hunting also offers the advantage of not leaving equipment out in the field, reducing the risk of theft or tampering.

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The conversation revolves around turkey hunting techniques and experiences. The hosts discuss the differences between hunting on private property and state/federal land. They emphasize the importance of scouting and roosting turkeys, as well as the challenges of hunting on public land. The use of decoys is also discussed, with some hunters preferring to use them while others opt for a more traditional approach. The hosts highlight the lost art of scouting and running and gunning, as many hunters now rely on technology and simplified methods. In this conversation, Bruce and Kevin Hammar discuss their experiences and strategies for turkey hunting. They talk about using decoys, different calling techniques, and the importance of understanding turkey behavior. They also touch on the challenges of hunting on private land and the satisfaction of honing their hunting skills. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the declining interest in turkey hunting and the importance of passing on hunting traditions.

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Join us here at Anchor Point Outdoors as we talk turkeys in our first episode.  We will be talking about our experiences and challenges of hunting turkey in the woods of Northern Michigan.