Christian Outdoors Podcast

In Today's show, I brought together John Weik of Northwest Spur Chasers, and Pastor Chris Taylor on Immanual Baptist Church in Glasglow, Kentucky to relive our incredible hunt for Merriam turkeys in Idaho and Washington.

A few weeks ago, John invited myself and Chris to join him in Northern Idaho and Washington to hunt Merriam turkeys. This was our first time to the Northwest to hunt turkey's and the trip was incredible. I have been fortunate to hunt all across this country for many species, but as you know, turkey's are my passion. Joining John and Chris, and Tom Watson of Promise Peak podcast was arguably one of the best hunts I have ever taken.

In short we bagged six birds in three days. But the hunt iteslf was amazing and incredible. We walked and walked, and called and called. Day one found us in Idaho, hearing birds gobbling at the top of a ridge. John led us on a trek that took hours to reach the top where the birds were. Winding around one corner and then the next for miles and miles. At every corner, we stopped, called and moved on. John kept saying, "they are just around the corner" we didn't know it would be 75 corners before we finally got to the birds. Chris and I doubled on the first group to show itself, and merely 100 yards later, we called in 3 more strutters and just sat and watched them for 15 minutes put on a show like I have never seen. The day ended with me taking my second Idaho bird. (All of this can be seen on John's YouTube channel - Northwest Spur Chasers) the next morning Chris got his second Idaho bird. Day three saw, us walking 13+ miles chasing birds.

Listen as we relive the excitement, fatigue and laughter of turkeys, misses, and worshiping God in the great Northwest.

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We talk about about being alert so that we recognize sin and Satan but what about being alert so we don't miss the blessings that God has actively poured out?

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Today's guest is Victor Bretting is an 8th-generation Texan, construction executive, ranch owner, author, and outdoorsman. With nearly 50 years in the construction industry. He is the owner of B-Tex Ranch in North Texas, where he and his wife have donated more than 60 hunts to veterans and youth organizations. Victor is also the author of "The Man That I Would Become", a book about faith, resilience, leadership, and the lessons that shape a life.

https://brettingtexanranch.com/the-book

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www.himtnjerky.com

www.nukemhunting.com

www.christianoutdoors.org

www.citrusafe.com

www.elimishieldhunt.com

www.mossyoak.com

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Hey friends thanks for tuning in! Today's reminder is that obstacles are opportunities! Whether it be David facing Goliath, the Israelites trapped between the sea and the army of Pharaoh, or the horror of the cross. God can win and God can get the glory. So, "Let us not lose heart in doing good for we will reap if we do not grow weary." Galatians 6.9

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This is the second part of the two part show featuring Trip healey, AKA the Camo Preacher.

Trip Healey, known as "The Camo Preacher," is a faith-driven content creator who speaks directly to modern men navigating purpose, leadership, and their relationship with God. Through grounded, real-world storytelling and time in the outdoors, he delivers messages that resonate with men seeking clarity, strength, and spiritual direction. His content blends rugged, outdoors-inspired visuals with honest conversations about responsibility, identity, and faith - building a deeply engaged audience drawn to authenticity and truth.

www.taurususa.com

www.cva.com

www.himtnjerky.com

www.nukemhunting.com

www.christianoutdoors.org

www.citrusafe.com

www.elimishieldhunt.com

www.mossyoak.com

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When church becomes optional the church suffers and so do you. God has established the church not just as the hope of the world but as a tool in the life of believers to hold them accountable and also to be a place of fellowship, service, worship, and growth.

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This show was so good I didnt want to cut it short, so it has been divided into two parts. Today we have part 1 with Trip Healey, known as "The Camo Preacher," is a faith-driven content creator who speaks directly to modern men navigating purpose, leadership, and their relationship with God. Through grounded, real-world storytelling and time in the outdoors, he delivers messages that resonate with men seeking clarity, strength, and spiritual direction. His content blends rugged, outdoors-inspired visuals with honest conversations about responsibility, identity, and faith - building a deeply engaged audience drawn to authenticity and truth.

www.taurususa.com

www.cva.com

www.himtnjerky.com

www.nukemhunting.com

www.christianoutdoors.org

www.citrusafe.com

www.elimishieldhunt.com

www.mossyoak.com

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This past week I got lazy with my personal protective equipment and got lit up by bees. It was not fun and it was painful. What can we learn about the Christian life from this moment of pain? Tune in and find out!

In the WNY area? Stop by Hartland Bible Church and meet Jon in person! Interested in having Jon come speak at your next sportsman's event or just want to chat about life? Shoot him an email at [email protected].

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Last week I had a squirrel dig up one of my baby oak trees. It was frustrating but I believe there is a lesson in it. Join me this week as we discuss the idea of being firmly planted as we take a brief look (its devotions not a sermon) at Colossians 2.6-7.

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