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We tell the full story behind Zach’s recent bison hunt, from a last-minute plan and intense bow prep to a high-wind 60-yard shot and a hard-earned recovery. Then we relive the real chaos, getting 100 pounds of frozen meat and a bow case through delays, tight connections, and baggage mix-ups. 
• calling the outfitter and locking in a fast plan 
• getting family support and committing to a bow-only hunt 
• practicing on a life-size bison target and learning forward heart placement 
• spotting bison at distance and stalking in on foot 
• managing crosswind, limited lanes, and shot process at 60.1 yards 
• waiting, tracking in windblown dirt, and dealing with doubt 
• finding the bison and reflecting on respect and responsibility 
• quartering, cooling, and using a meat processor to save time 
• flying with frozen bison meat and navigating airline delays 
• sprinting a major airport to make a connection with gear in transit 
• recovering the bow case and protecting a keepsake broadhead 
• sharing meat with friends and teaching kids the work behind hunting 
• shout-outs to partners and looking ahead to turkey season 

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We sit down with South Jersey outdoorsman Steven Richards to talk about growing up hunting New Jersey and the hard-earned lessons that shaped his bowhunting and trapping today. We get into Pine Barrens realities, gear trust, crowded public land, and why he helped build an app that keeps hunters’ memories organized and protected.
• growing up in New Jersey hunting culture and learning through cold mornings and repetition
• first deer memories and how bowhunting turns into an obsession
• compound versus recurve expectations and why trad gear exposes mistakes fast
• broadhead confidence fixed versus mechanical and how doubt ruins decisions
• Pine Barrens deer hunting terrain wind problems and shrinking access
• old school scent control with baking soda and acorn mash
• trapping fundamentals animal behavior and why coyotes follow your track
• fur market collapse and how it changes trapping participation and conservation
• public land pressure OnX reality and why “solo” spots rarely exist
• trail camera limits rut chaos and the regret of skipping boots on the ground
• building Trophium to log hunts store media and avoid losing years of photos
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We talk with author and trapper Zach Hansen about late-onset hunting, moving to remote Idaho, and why trapping wolves sharpened every other outdoor skill. The path runs through failure, grit, and reclaiming trades we let slip as a country.

• adult-onset hunting sparked by nutrition and self-reliance 
• moving to a 35-person Idaho town at the end of an 80-mile dirt road 
• bowhunting mistakes, missed shots, and learning discipline 
• Sawtooth terrain realities and the mental game of backcountry hunts 
• why trades and shop-class skills matter for modern life 
• trapping as the fastest route to woodsmanship and animal behavior 
• wolf population growth, management needs, and scent control 
• policy pressure from lawsuits vs strong local support 
• respect for predators, ethical realities, and community mentorship

Make sure you go check Zach out. Make sure you go check out his podcast and his books. If you want to find out more about trapping or how to get into it, don't hesitate. Please hit Zach up. If he can't, he will be able to find somebody and tell them to help you out.

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We go deep on Florida’s brutal public land, the move back to New England, and how faith, family, and photography shape a better hunter and a better neighbor. AJ shares bear management realities, turkey plans, and the gear choices that build confidence when pressure rises.

• Florida’s extreme hunts and shifting rut windows
• Learning WMAs, quotas, and local regs
• Moving to Connecticut and finding community
• Balancing family time with a realistic season
• Photography as memory, mentorship, and meaning
• Bear populations, policy, and ethical methods
• Arrow builds for consistency and forgiveness
• Why turkey hunting fuels group camaraderie
• Keeping confidence over hype in gear choices

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We dive deep into the 70 Rule with Brandon Barlow, a revolutionary system for timing your whitetail hunts based on fawn development and historical data rather than generic rut predictions.

• Using fawn births to backdate and identify when your local rut actually occurs
• How the 70 Rule gets its name from three key metrics - spots, track size, and body weight
• The story of the 20-point "Magnolia Buck" killed through four years of pattern documentation
• Why bucks found doing natural daylight behaviors are more consistent and easier to kill than those pulled by bait
• The importance of distinguishing between daylight and nighttime buck behavior
• The four types of food sources deer use and how to hunt them strategically
• Why focusing on the "first food" when deer leave bedding areas creates high-percentage shot opportunities
• Details on Brandon's upcoming books explaining his system and the history of whitetail hunting

To learn more about the 70 Rule and Brandon's system, visit https://the70rule.com/or follow https://www.instagram.com/_brandon_barlow?igsh=MTVteDJzMnpyenoxdQ== on Instagram. Brandon has set aside a budget for free books for podcast listeners - reach out to him directly to request a copy.

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Johnny Bauman never expected that a frustrating moment in the field would spark an entirely new business venture. After taking some buddies on their first duck hunt where they bagged trophy greenheads, he found himself scrambling to properly preserve their birds for mounting. What followed was an hour-long ordeal of researching techniques and gathering supplies – all while thinking, "There's got to be a better way."

That moment of necessity became the birthplace of Tagged and Bagged, a comprehensive pre-taxidermy preservation system that's rapidly becoming essential gear for serious hunters. Johnny joins us to unpack how he transformed a simple idea into a full-fledged product line that's now backed by over 350 taxidermists across the country.

What's particularly fascinating about Johnny's journey is his unwavering commitment to quality and American manufacturing. Despite the significantly higher costs and logistical challenges, every component of Tagged and Bagged kits is 100% made in America. From the waterproof outer bags to the extra-thick freezer bags, wet towelettes, gauze for blood absorption, and even migratory bird tags for legal transportation – each element has been meticulously designed based on extensive research with taxidermy professionals.

The company's explosive growth allowed Johnny to leave his full-time job last December, but his motivation extends far beyond business success. Tagged and Bagged actively supports programs taking children with cancer on dream hunting trips, reflecting Johnny's belief that the outdoor experience offers profound healing and connection. "I don't care if you never buy my product," he explains. "I just want to build relationships and hear your hunting stories."

Whether you're an experienced waterfowl hunter who's ruined trophy birds in the past, a fishing enthusiast looking to properly preserve your catch, or someone who appreciates American-made products created by passionate outdoorsmen, this conversation reveals how innovation happens when authentic problems meet determined problem-solvers. Take a listen and discover the remarkable story behind the product that's changing how hunters preserve their hard-earned success.

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We recap our third annual wild game dinner and the chaos that comes with great food, good friends, and a little too much pregame. We swap travel and airport stories, talk upcoming hunts and gear, and end up laughing about how weird everyday life has gotten. 

• third annual wild game dinner highlights, raffles, kids, and community 
• wild game menu talk, venison chili, shepherd’s pie, venison parm, desserts, and timing lessons 
• travel scramble, bar stop decisions, and almost missing the dinner 
• Uber ride to the airport story and Newark morning security reality 
• planning future weekends, scouting, bear season, and a Devils game idea 
• partnering shout-outs, Kool-Aid Arrows and 4B Outfitters 
• bison bowhunting prep, 450-grain arrow setup, practice routine, broadhead considerations 
• cashless ordering, kiosks, and the “kids these days” moment 

Stay on the lookout for next year's fourth annual wild game dinner. 
Go shoot Kuhle  arrows. 
You could check out his website, 4B Outfitters.com. 

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We ride the high of USA’s overtime win over Canada straight into a storm that cancels plans, then close our whitetail season with honesty, humor and hard-won lessons. From dropped gear to perfect shots, we share how persistence, purpose and brotherhood carried us.

• USA vs Canada rivalry setting the tone
• Nor’easter canceling the show and travel chaos
• Season wrap across NJ, WI, DE and PA
• Momentum from late October into November
• Donating venison and hunting with purpose
• Misses, pressure and managing self-doubt
• Mobile saddle setups and first-sit advantage
• Off-season habitat work and scouting trees
• Turkey season tactics and access by door-knocking
• Resetting health, editing hunts and planning shows

We’ve got our Wild Game Dinner on March 7: raffling Koolet arrows, SEVR broadheads, a TideWe see-through blind, and more. Food lineup includes venison parm, goose quesadillas, shepherd’s pie, baked mac and cheese, and a full turkey

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A rough month turns into a reset as we unpack a public land clash, hard lessons on courtesy, and a season saved by smart moves and better wind. We trade stories from urban edges, river funnels, and thickets while laying out a clear rule set for when to sit and when to go.

• unwritten public land etiquette and conflict deescalation
• switching properties based on daylight data not bias
• private versus public tactics and pressure management
• aggressive saddle hunting, wind-first setups, and mobility
• micro-scouting thickets from the tree to find interior trails
• using mock scrapes and cameras to time pre-rut moves
• practicing full-draw reps in cold layers to avoid surprises
• New Jersey’s diverse game from black bears to black ducks
• policy concerns over wildlife board seats and tag structure
• community updates, events, and upcoming game dinner

Game dinner is March 7th
We are going to be at the Empire State show in February 20th to the 23rd
Trivia night is coming back
Gerard is going to be our guest speaker
Ossio sent us a package to raffle off

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We sprint through a 48-hour run that starts with a long-range doe in brutal wind, adds a dawn 10-pointer, then rolls to Texas for fallow, aoudad, and a red stag. Along the way, we talk wind calls, safety checks, minimalist waterfowl tactics, reliable gear, and why the right outfitter changes everything.

• long-range whitetail shot selection and wind calls
• safety discipline under adrenaline at first light
• fallow and aoudad timing, angles and tracking
• red stag stalk with wind and terrain decisions
• why 4B Outfitters’ logistics and hospitality matter
• Osseo camo performance, warmth and quiet fabrics
• one-bird waterfowl strategy without decoys
• winter grind in New Jersey and tag planning
• gratitude for spouses, partners and sponsors
• upcoming events, booths and community meetups

Wild Game Dinner March 7, 6–10 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 60 Harvard, Springfield. $35 now, $40 after March 1, $50 at the door. RSVP for details. Booth 232 at Empire State Show, Feb 20–22, Rockland Community College. Check us out on Patreon, $5 per month.

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