Gamekeeper Podcast

This week’s discussion centers around ways to improve the deer hunting for mature bucks on your property. Our featured guest, eccentric wildlife biologist Mark Thomas, does a deep dive on some of his best strategies such as:  ecotones, his Interspersion Index Enhancement AKA (Hub and Spoke), and elevated food plots that stretch across riparian zones. It’s fascinating strategic information. Mark Drury joins in to help us ask the best questions. Listen, learn, and be a better GameKeeper. Enjoy! 

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This week we change gears to waterfowl, and talk about decoys and decoy placement with Phil Kahnke (noted waterfowl photographer and content creator for Banded). We’re also joined by Mossy Oak’s Bill Sugg, who has been rethinking his decoy spreads since he first started duck hunting. What are ducks looking for? Why do they…? How can I…? Do I need…? There are a lot of questions answered and some knowledge that you can apply to your next setup. If you crave the site of ducks finishing over the decoys, this one is for you.  Listen, learn and enjoy!

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Blood Trails are an inevitable part of a Gamekeeper’s life. Most end in joy, and some end in major frustration. This week we discuss how to understand the blood trail to make the best decisions. From reading sign to utilizing the latest technology we discuss it all. Gamekeepers Kennel Master, Bill Gibson, sits in, and guest David Westmoreland tells us about his incredible blood dog Stik (that Mr. Gibson trained). Dudley answers a listener’s question about trees. Listen, learn and enjoy.

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This week we touch a subject that is very dear to us all, introducing kids to the sport of hunting. What works, what doesn’t? How do you know when they are old enough to pull the trigger? You’ll hear thoughts and techniques to help everyone, guide and hunter have a rewarding experience. You’ll hear from seasoned hunters who have successfully introduced both young men and young ladies. If you’re in that stage where you have a youngster getting close, this is a must listen episode. If you’ve already done your part to pass it on, expect this one to stir up some great memories.  Listen, learn and share with someone who needs to hear it. Enjoy!

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This week on The Gamekeeper Podcast we dig deep into the world of processing venison from two different angles. First, Brad Lockwood joins us on the phone to discuss “harvest to freezer” from a DIY standpoint. Brad has been a very prominent name in the DIY processing biz for years, and we spent time gleaning ideas and techniques from him including aging meat. Next up is Chris Herring, a well-respected local game meat processor, who joins us in the studio. Chris clears the air by answering a few touchy questions we’ve always wanted to ask, like “how do I know I’m getting my own deer back,” but also talks about some specialty products that can be made, packaging options, and others.  This one was very educational, but we still managed to get a few laughs in as well. Listen, learn and enjoy.

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This week we discuss deer hunting and guest Terry Drury, after telling the story of his largest buck to date and leaving everyone’s jaw on the floor, he provides a data dump of information that had everyone taking notes. Terry’s analogy of pre-rut and rut tactics, along with moon phases and temperatures was something serious deer hunters need to hear. Our second guest, Dave Nebraska of Mossy Oak, tells the story of his recent giant bow kill in Ohio, and lastly Bobby asks everyone about their favorite hunting gear. We loved this one. Listen, learn and enjoy.

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A lot of guys dream about having their own hunting property and consider partnering with some buddies…but how many people actually get it done? This week on the Gamekeepers Podcast we talk to Brooks Tinsley, rabid duck hunter who recently partnered with some friends and found a way to buy an island in the Mississippi River. The discussion centers around how to find a place and the process of turning the Island into waterfowl destination and deer hunters dream.  A listener can learn from the problems they’ve had to overcome and what’s working for them.  Listen and learn.

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Join us this week for a very special episode as we shift the focus and shine the spotlight on a very deserving organization. Dr. Marty Brunson, of Catch-a-Dream Foundation, sits in the guest chair and tells some uplifting and inspirational stories as only he can. For over twenty years, Catch-A-Dream has quietly taken over 750 terminally ill children hunting and fishing. You’ll learn what ‘DBG’ (Divine Bullet Guidance) is, and how when the right people are doing the right the things for the right reasons it creates a powerful force.  These stories are emotional, and you’ll tell your friends and family about this one. Listen and be inspired. Enjoy! Support Catch-A-Dream - https://www.catchadream.org/

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This week we point the microphone at our own tree hugger, Dudley Phelps, and ask him a bunch of questions about oak trees. There is no doubt that a working knowledge of trees can make you a better woodsman and Gamekeeper.  Listen and learn what acorns drop first and last, plus- why they are so relished by deer and other wildlife.  Learn where certain trees grow and how you can add value to your property and your life, by planting trees. It’s a good one and gets deep as Toxey joins in to explain his personal obsession for trees.  Listen. Learn. Enjoy.

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This week on the Gamekeepers podcast, the guys discuss their thoughts on the best caliber and bullet choice for whitetails. Two guests join us, Pat Mundy of Nosler and Carsie Young, who just so happens to have been the third employee ever hired at Mossy Oak, and who also knows a whole lot about rifles. Calibers, bullet choices, sighting in techniques and understanding barrels and triggers are all discussed. There is a lot of information, laughs and good tips that a guy can apply to make his rifle skills more effective. Listen, learn and enjoy!

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