Apex Fireside

This week I am joined by Ron Wright, from ZOLEO. ZOLEO makes one of the most feature rich satellite communication devices available. Ron and I talk about  the features of this device, as well as, a personal story of how this satellite communication device helped him avoid a dangerous situation! If you are in the market for a satellite communication device this episode will help you make an informed decision. 

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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. To learn more about Apex or to purchase their ammunition. 

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ZOLEO

ZOLEO has developed one of the most feature rich satellite communication devices to help you stay in touch when your in the backcountry. 

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On this weeks episode I am joined by Realtree Prostaffer, Anthony Virga and he share lessons learned during his fall 2020 hunting season. He shares with us, his strategies for hunting mature whitetails during the rut, including the hunt for a buck named Big Brows. There are so many hunters that believe a deer is always going to do a certain thing, and we discuss how there never any absolutes in hunting; but there are things a hunter can do to capitalize on an opportunity.  

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Anthony self filmed his fall 2019 NY Bow Kill, Big Brows ( link below) 

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On this week’s episode, I had the opportunity to chat with Cory Gulvas, from North Central Pennsylvania. Cory is a very passionate shed hunter and traditional archery enthusiast. Cory combs through many miles of rugged terrain on the public lands in 8 Pennsylvania counties during shed season, in pursuit of whitetail deer shed antlers. He has come to know many old bucks, but a few years ago he found a shed unlike any other he has found. Cory hunted this buck for the next three seasons but never encountered the buck in person, having only gotten night time trail camera photos of him.  Cory was able to capitalize on an opportunity at this old buck in the early part of the Pennsylvania archery season, and succeeded in killing this old buck, one that is currently one of the largest bucks ever taken in Pennsylvania. Cory shares the story of how he found this magnificent buck, and the details leading up until he finally encounters this buck. 

I want to wish you all a Happy, Healthy and Prospherous New Year. This week on the podcast, I had the chance to talk bird dogs and upland hunting with Ben Brettingen. Ben is the Midwest Regional Manager of the popular mobile hunting app, OnX Hunt. Ben has two pointing dogs that he travels across the Midwestern, North Eastern and Southern United States in pursuit of upland game ranging from Sharptail and Ruffed Grouse to Ringneck Pheasant. 

--------------------------------------------------------------- Apex Ammunition Apex has produced the newest turkey load to hit the market in their Small Batch Series Line-up. Created was a 2.5 oz load of #10 TSS shot, offered in 12 gauge. During testing this load put 708 pellets inside a 10" circle at 40 yards! Follow the link below to learn more.

https://www.apexmunition.com/?rfsn=2712252.d26d21 --------------------------------------------------------------- OnX Hunt App

Turn your cell phone into a powerful navigation tool for the hunter or hiker by utilizing this app. Whether your marking the location of a roosted gobbler or your truck, this app will make you a more successful hunter. Download on their website (below) or look for in the Apple App Store or in the Google Play Store.

https://www.onxmaps.com

www.instagram.com/onxhunt www.facebook.com/onxhunt

I wish all of you and your families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! This week I am joined by one of the most successful whitetail deer trackers, R.G. Bernier. Richard, is also a very talented outdoor author and photographer. R.G shares with us some of his proven tips on how to locate and track these mature animals in a wilderness setting. 

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Apex Ammunition produces the hardest hitting and best patterning TSS shotshell ammunition available for turkey, waterfowl, upland bird and predator hunting. To learn more head on over to their website at: 

https://www.apexmunition.com/?rfsn=2712252.d26d21

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R.G. Bernier's Whitetail blog has up to date articles on whitetail deer hunting and much more! Follow the link below to see more of his work. 

https://bigwhitetail.wordpress.com/author/rgbernier/

To view Richard's many books on hunting the whitetail deer, including his newest book, Where The Deer Track Leads, follow the link below. 

www.thedeertracker.com 

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- Priortizing Your time afield 

- Ric's dog preference 

- Training flushing dogs for grouse hunting

- Reading your dog

- Ric's favorite grouse recipes 

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Grouse Commander 

Grouse Commander Website

Grouse Commander is all about brother's Ric and Fritz's love for Northern Michigan (and other states) grouse hunting and everything it has to offer. This is a place to celebrate and support the times and memories that mean the most to us and hope that you will enjoy the ride right alongside!

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Apex Ammunition 

These guys were the first company to bring TSS ammunition to the consumer market. They have now released the Private Label Series in their Small Batch Line-up. The Private Label Series allows you to create a fully customized TSS shotshell to your exact specifications. 

Apex Ammunition

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Elevate Your Game Radio Podcast

Helping the obsessed outdoorsman and woman increase their hunting, fishing and shooting knowledge one episode at a time! 

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 - PA Archery Elk Hunt

- PA Wildlife Biology 

- Maturing as a hunter 

- Not taking hunting so seriously that you take the fun out of it

- Are organized sports preventing kids from hunting? 

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Pennsylvania Game Commission 

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PGC Podcast: @calloftheoutdoors 

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- Kevin's introduction to hunting 

- History of Wilderness Athlete

- Functional fitness for hunting

- Methods to reduce muscle imbalances

- Importance of muscle recovery

- Kevins go to supplements and nutrition 

- K9 nutrition from Wilderness Athlete

- 2021 new product teasers 

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Wilderness Athlete 

Focused on helping to fuel hunters and outdoor enthusiasts on their next adventure! Wilderness Athlete also has vital supplements to help keep your favorite 4-legged hunting buddy in good overall health.

Tune into the latest episode of the Wilderness Athlete Podcast to up your outdoors fitness skills!  

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The pandemic has had a negative impact on the NWTF, and they have launched a campaign called "Call For All". This is an effort to raise additional funds to keep the organization afloat. If you are able to donate, follow one of the links below: 

https://your.nwtf.org/donate/

https://theroost.nwtf.org/pages/homepage/

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Apex Ammunition

Manufacturers of the highest quality Tungsten Super Shot Ammunition commercially available. The guys at Apex were the first company to bring handloaded TSS to the consumer market. 

https://www.apexmunition.com/?rfsn=2712252.d26d21

- Devin's summer scouting update

- Defining mountains vs big woods

- E-Scouting for mountain bucks

- Boots on the ground scouting

- Playing the wind 

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The pandemic has had a negative impact on the NWTF, and they have launched a campaign called "Call For All". This is an effort to raise additional funds to keep the organization afloat. If you are able to donate, follow one of the links below: 

https://your.nwtf.org/donate/

https://theroost.nwtf.org/pages/homepage/

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www.elevateyourgameradio.com

Facebook and Instagram: @elevateyourgameradio 

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Apex Ammunition

Manufacturers of the highest quality Tungsten Super Shot Ammunition commercially available. The guys at Apex were the first company to bring handloaded TSS to the consumer market. 

https://www.apexmunition.com/?rfsn=2712252.d26d21

- Intro about Bart and how he got into opening his catering business 

- Investing in yourself and overcoming adversity 

-  Giving an animal the best chance after death to survive to be excellent table fare 

- Barts favorite wild game dishes 

- Where to purchase Bart's BBQ seasonings and apparel 

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The pandemic has had a negative impact on the NWTF, and they have launched a campaign called "Call For All". This is an effort to raise additional funds to keep the organization afloat. If you are able to donate, follow one of the links below: 

https://your.nwtf.org/donate/

https://theroost.nwtf.org/pages/homepage/

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Ol Barts Southern Eats is a catering business located in the heart of Arkansas, owned and operated by Bart Likes. Bart specializes in BBQ, but is a master chef that can cook just about anything. Check out his website to book him for your next party, wedding or corporate event! 

---------------------------------------------------------------Apex Ammunition

Manufacturers of the highest quality Tungsten Super Shot Ammunition commercially available. The guys at Apex were the first company to bring handloaded TSS to the consumer market. Now available from Apex is their Small Batch Series, available in 1/2 ounce loads of TSS, offered in #9 and #9.5 shot. 

https://www.apexmunition.com/?rfsn=2712252.d26d21

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