By Apex Fireside
The podcast currently has 135 episodes available.
Happy Friday Folks ! On this weeks Fireside chat Heath tells the story of his daughter Lyla's first turkey that she killed this past weekend on the Kentucky Youth Hunt. This story will leave you on the edge of your seat as Heath and Lyla walk us through the exciting details of her first turkey!
Some of the topics we dove into included:
Apex Ammunition
The guys at Apex handload the highest quality TSS rounds available to the hunter today. There is a new load for the spring of 2023, Mossy Oak Greenleaf Turkey TSS.
Available in 3-inch, 12-Gauge, 2-1/4ounce & 3-inch, 20-Gauge, 1-5/8 ounce Loads. These Premium “Duplex” shells feature a combination of No.9 and No.10 TSS, delivering an exceptional payload 0f 1,096 pellets in 12-Gauge shells and 774 pellets in the 20-Gauge. With a density 0f 18.1 grams per cubic centimeter, the Apex Tungsten Super Shot loads hit with devastating energy. Each meticulously hand loaded shells features clean-burning powder and Apex’s one-piece tungsten-grade wad system engineered to deliver the tightest patterns possible and maximum barrel protection.
https://apexmunition.com/product/mossy-oak-greenleaf-turkey-tss-a-unique-blend-of-9-tss-over-10-tss-offered-in-a-3-12-gauge-2-1-4oz-and-20-gauge-1-5-8oz/
On this weeks Fireside Chat I am running solo. I had the opportunity to chat with Gavin Bryan and his father Jason. Gavin is the 2023 Poults Division Grand National Calling Champion. Gavin shared with me the journey that led him to his first place finish, his practice regiment, and much more!
Some of the additional topics we covered included:
Apex Ammunition
The guys at Apex handload the highest quality TSS rounds available to the hunter today. There is a new load for the spring of 2023, Mossy Oak Greenleaf Turkey TSS.
Available in 3-inch, 12-Gauge, 2-1/4ounce & 3-inch, 20-Gauge, 1-5/8 ounce Loads. These Premium “Duplex” shells feature a combination of No.9 and No.10 TSS, delivering an exceptional payload 0f 1,096 pellets in 12-Gauge shells and 774 pellets in the 20-Gauge. With a density 0f 18.1 grams per cubic centimeter, the Apex Tungsten Super Shot loads hit with devastating energy. Each meticulously hand loaded shells features clean-burning powder and Apex’s one-piece tungsten-grade wad system engineered to deliver the tightest patterns possible and maximum barrel protection.
https://apexmunition.com/product/mossy-oak-greenleaf-turkey-tss-a-unique-blend-of-9-tss-over-10-tss-offered-in-a-3-12-gauge-2-1-4oz-and-20-gauge-1-5-8oz/
Heath and I are coming at you live from the 2023 NWTF Convention and Sportshow with a Fireside Chat with Cuz Strickland, of Mossy Oak. We had a conversation at the 2023 NWTF Convention about the benefits of living the outdoors lifestyle, the importance of mentoring new hunters, making it a family affair and much more!
Some of the topics we got into, included:
Apex Ammunition
The guys at Apex handload the highest quality TSS rounds available to the hunter today. There is a new load for the spring of 2023, Mossy Oak Greenleaf Turkey TSS.
Available in 3-inch, 12-Gauge, 2-1/4ounce & 3-inch, 20-Gauge, 1-5/8 ounce Loads. These Premium “Duplex” shells feature a combination of No.9 and No.10 TSS, delivering an exceptional payload 0f 1,096 pellets in 12-Gauge shells and 774 pellets in the 20-Gauge. With a density 0f 18.1 grams per cubic centimeter, the Apex Tungsten Super Shot loads hit with devastating energy. Each meticulously hand loaded shells features clean-burning powder and Apex’s one-piece tungsten-grade wad system engineered to deliver the tightest patterns possible and maximum barrel protection.
https://apexmunition.com/product/mossy-oak-greenleaf-turkey-tss-a-unique-blend-of-9-tss-over-10-tss-offered-in-a-3-12-gauge-2-1-4oz-and-20-gauge-1-5-8oz/
On this weeks Fireside Chat Heath and I are joined by Chip Davis, of Mississippi. Chip is an avid turkey hunter, trapper and a very knowledgable woodsman who has completed the U.S. Super Slam. We discussed
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Apex Ammunition
Apex has recently released an a new turkey shell for 2023, called, the Mossy Oak Turkey Greenleaf TSS. Mossy Oak Greenleaf Turkey TSS is a unique duplex blend of No.9 TSS over No.10 TSS. Offered in a 3" 12 Gauge (2-1/4oz) and 20 Gauge (1-5/8oz).
https://apexmunition.com/product/mossy-oak-greenleaf-turkey-tss-a-unique-blend-of-9-tss-over-10-tss-offered-in-a-3-12-gauge-2-1-4oz-and-20-gauge-1-5-8oz/
Welcome to this weeks Fireside Chat w/ Jake Stanisch and Heath Hancock. We sat down with the boys from Tetra Hearing, recapped all of our 2022 Spring Turkey Seasons and much more! Tetra is one of a few of the companies in the outdoor space who are truly "game changers". Doctor Bill and his team have drastically improved many folks lives since he founded Tetra.
Some other topics we covered include:
- Spring 2022 Recap
- Land Management Series
- Industrial Hearing Protection
- Other uses for Tetra Hearing (aside from hunting/outdoor protection ((including custom options))
- Heath's personal Tetra experience
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Apex Ammunition
Nothing hits harder and kills quicker than Apex's TSS rounds. Their customer service is top notch and they have a great group of guys calling the shots. Check them out for yourself and experience your best shot.
www.apexmunition.com
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Tetra Hearing
Doctor Bill and his partner Doctor Dave have designed a hearing protection device for the hunter and outdoorsman that truly is a gamechanger. The Tetra Hearing Devices allow the hunter to maintain crystal clear communication with their buddies, bird dogs and game animals they hunt; while maintaining hearing protection in anticipation of the shot occurring. Tetra is truly a product that I trust myself and would reccommend to every hunter out there!
www.tetrahearing.com
Heath and I are joined by Nicole Belke on this weeks Fireside Chat. Nicole was fortunate to have had a very special waterfowl and upland dog in her life, named Zee. Zee has sadly passed away, but we wanted to pay tribute to such a wonderful dog in this podcast. Anyone who enjoys bird dogs, gun dogs or is a dog lover can relate to our conversation with Nicole.
Some of the topics covered in our conversation include:
- 2023 Waterfowl Season Update
- Benelli Veterans Clay Shoot
- Tribute to Zee - the life of a special gun dog
- The special bond between hunter and bird (or gun) dog.
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Apex Ammunition
Nothing hits harder and kills quicker than Apex's TSS rounds. Their customer service is top notch and they have a great group of guys calling the shots. Check them out for yourself and experience your best shot.
www.apexmunition.com
Welcome to this weeks Fireside Chat! This week I am joined by Mike Tussey of Nomad Outdoors and he shares with us all of the features of the new Whitetail line-up from Nomad Outdoor. Nomad makes clothing that is of the highest quality and priced for everyone to be able to afford.
Some of the other items we cover include:
Happy Friday! On this weeks Fireside Chat, Heath and I had the privledge to catch up with Fred Zink of Zink Calls and Avian-X Decoys. Fred shared the story of how his upbringing helped pave the way for a successful career in the outdoor industry.
Some of the other topics we covered included:
- The "good ole days" of waterfowl hunting
- How filming your hunts can help you hone your hunting skills
- Memorable waterfowl hunts
- The innovation of Zink calls and Avian-X Decoys
- The importance of learning from the birds (waterfowl and turkeys)
- How waterfowl see and how to better hide from some of the best eyes in nature
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Apex has just released a new waterfowl load, Mossy Oak Shadowgrass Habitat Blend. It is a blend of 1-1/16 oz #3 steel over 1/4 oz #8 TSS for your habitat of choice. Get it while you can because it wont last long!
https://apexmunition.com/product/mossy-oak-shadowgrass-habitat-blend/
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On this weeks Fireside Chat, we are joined by Terry Denmon (CEO of Mojo Outdoors, inductee to the Legends of the Outdoors Hall of Fame and served a constitutionally limited 6-year term on the Louisiana Wildlife & Fisheries Commission.). Terry shares with us how the spinning wing decoy (SWD) came to be and why Mojo started incorporating the technology into their decoys. Some of the other topics we get into include:
- History of spinning wing decoys
- Mojo dove decoys for duck hunters?
- Beginner Mojo duck decoy recommendations
- Duck decoy spread tips
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Mojo Outdoors
Mojo Outdoors is an outdoor company who has become well known for their spinning wing decoys as well as The Dynamic Duo. Head on over to Mojo Outdoors and pick up some decoys for your next waterfowl hunt.
https://www.mojooutdoors.com
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Apex Ammunition
Apex has revolutionized the performance offered by turkey, upland, waterfowl and predator TSS Shotshells. Apex handloads TSS rounds one by one to ensure the highest quality standards are maintained.
www.apexammunition.com
On this weeks Fireside Chat Heath and I are joined by Field and Clay Hudnall, co-owners of Field Proven Calls. This is a very much anticipated podcast for both Heath and I, and were excited to finally bring it to you to enjoy. The Hudnall brothers share with us the story of how they got into hunting through building one of the most successful game call companies. This episode is chock full of laughter and hunting memories from days gone by. Pour your favorite drink, sit down, relax and enjoy this weeks Fireside Chat!
The podcast currently has 135 episodes available.