Green Top Outdoors

Over the first weekend in October, we're hosting our 5th Annual Outdoor Expo!

Today we talk with John Barklow, Senior Product Manager at SITKA Gear, about the new Optifade Cover Camoflauge Pattern.

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Welcome to the Green Top Outdoors Podcast, where we dive deep into everything that makes the outdoors great—from hunting and fishing to community events and local happenings.

Deer season is almost here. Do you have a processor you trust to give you the best final product of your harvest? Stephen Wood joins your host Hunter Brooks and Todd Sadler for an episode about deer processing.

Almost two years ago, Stephen took a chance and started his business. In just a short amount time, his Woodsong Deer Processing has grown tremendously.

Stephen discusses his past, what gave him the idea in pursuing this business, why dull knives suck, and the future of the company. Anyone that harvests a deer knows the work involved in processing it and preparing it to consume. This episode will make you consider using a processor like Stephen and may also entice you to begin trying new methods of processing and preparing deer meat.

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Welcome to the Green Top Outdoors Podcast, where we dive deep into everything that makes the outdoors great—from hunting and fishing to community events and local happenings. I'm Hunter Brooks, and today, we’ve got an exciting conversation lined up as we talk with Sheila Sullivan and Rebecca Mulvane about a brand-new event that’s bringing some serious four-legged fun to the area.

It’s the First Annual Colonial K9 Classic, presented by Muddy Marley's Dog Wash, happening September 13-15 at Jamestown Beach Event Park. Get ready for a weekend packed with vendors, food trucks, a beer garden, and—of course—plenty of tail-wagging excitement as Chesapeake DockDogs take the stage to compete in Big Air, Extreme Vertical, and Speed Retrieve events.

This event is free to the public, making it the perfect way to spend a weekend outdoors with family and friends. Whether you’re a dog lover or just looking for some fun in the sun, this event is a must-see. Let’s jump right into the details with Sheila and Rebecca and learn what makes this event the first of its kind in over a decade!

Aneil Kumar and Elliot Loper join Hunter to talk about ISportsman.com. They dive into the cutting-edge platforms that are revolutionizing the way we manage and participate in outdoor recreation. ISportsman.com has set the standard for streamlining access to outdoor activities, from hunting and fishing to camping and hiking. We discuss how this user-friendly platform simplifies permit applications, activity tracking, and provides real-time updates to enhance your outdoor experience.

But the innovation doesn’t stop there. We also explore ISportsmanARX.com, a groundbreaking advancement that takes outdoor recreation management to the next level. 

Listen and learn how these platforms are contributing to wildlife conservation, improving safety, and making outdoor activities more accessible and enjoyable for enthusiasts of all levels.

In this exciting episode, we bring a unique twist to the world of firearm accessories with a mock fantasy football draft, but instead of players, we're selecting the top red dot sights for handguns. As the red dot sight rapidly becomes the go-to choice for handgun enthusiasts, its popularity is soaring daily. 

Kevin Dunne, Locke Taylor, Mike Norman, and Hunter select their “team” of red dots while analyzing and debating the best options available on the market. Whether you're a seasoned shooter or just getting into the sport, this episode is packed with insights, recommendations, and a whole lot of fun.

Iain Henderson joins Hunter to discuss the popular and fascinating world of subsonic ammunition. We discuss popular choices in calibers for subsonic ammunition, why the 300 Blackout is the king of subsonic, and why application dictates performance. We will also provide insight into terminal, external, and internal ballistics and how they pertain to the performance of subsonic ammunition. This episode offers a short yet comprehensive overview of subsonic cartridges and their practical applications.

Jason Kelly is an accomplished combative athlete, an experienced competitive shooter, and a highly motivated instructor. He is renowned for generating unique and effective blocks of instruction to satisfy each customer’s needs. And he is an ambassador to Blue Force Gear. Jason joins Hunter and Iain to discuss Blue Force Gear, his background, training, and the #1 rule, always look cool.

Mike Dye is an upland game bird biologist for the Virginia DWR. He specializes in turkey and grouse. He returns to do another episode with Hunter and Todd to discuss this past spring turkey season. This episode covers the harvest numbers, survival rates of a turkey, conservation methods, and they discuss the various ways that the DWR can help you as a hunter, outdoorsman, landowner, and conservationist.

Zach Donovant, owner of Old Dominion Custom Rifles, returns for another episode with Hunter and Andrew. In this episode, they discuss some of the nuances of building custom rifles, wildcat calibers, smokeless muzzleloaders, hunting season, and the 25 SAUM.