Habitat Podcast

By Jared Van HeesSports Wilderness

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Habitat Podcast episodes

February 28, 2025315: The Complete Guide To Switchgrass for Habitat Management: Everything You Need To Know with Roger Sampson
Habitat Podcast #315 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Andy Hutchens my good friend Roger Sampson. We discuss:
Rogers' 30 years of experience in native grasses
Regenerative agriculture
Food Security in South Sudan
The potential of switchgrass as a solution to the US energy crisis
Planting 350 acres of switchgrass without government subsidies
The ease of growth with switchgrass
Switchgrasses role in the dairy industry
The development of a new, improved variety of native grass called Rc. Big Rock
New variety of switchgrass
Proper site preparation and the use of appropriate herbicides
Don't overdo it on the herbicides
The benefits of planting switchgrass in marginal soils
Patience and proper seeding rates.
Seeding rates for roadside screening versus bedding situations
Managing heavy snow loads on switchgrass varieties
The twin-row system for seed drills
The importance of landscape heterogeneity
Edge feathering and the use of native wildflower and grass mixes
The myth that switchgrass is a deer desert
Prioritizing security over ease of feeding

And So Much More!

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Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP
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Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed
Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10
Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10
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LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS
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Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg
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59 min
February 21, 2025318: Lincoln Rohn - Food Plotting in Some of The WORST Soil Imaginable, Fighting The Drought, and The Best Damn Food Plot Implement I've Ever Used
Habitat Podcast #316 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with repeat guest Lincoln Rohn. We discuss:
Maximizing limited soil quality
Balancing hunting with habitat work
Benefits of cultipacking for growth
Soil type and moisture management
Insights on overcoming soil & drought issues
Effective use of cult packers on food plots
Switchgrass for wildlife habitat
Enhancing food plots with strategic cover
Balancing hunting goals with land stewardship

And So Much More!

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Patreon - Habitat Podcast
Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude
Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP
Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm
Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed
Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10
Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10
Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25
Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP
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LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS
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Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – [email protected]
Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg
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1 hr 9 min
February 14, 2025317: Mark Kenyon - Regenerative Agriculture for Food Plots, Adding More Native Grasses, and The Past, Present, and Future of Fish and Wildlife Across The Country
Habitat Podcast #316 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with repeat guest Mark Kenyon of MeatEater. We discuss:
The importance of protecting wild places and wildlife for future generations
The significant loss of species
The importance of hunters and anglers in addressing these issues
How to stay informed about environmental and wildlife-related issues
The role of private landowners in addressing the broader spectrum of environmental challenges
Adopting regenerative agriculture principles in food plots
The need for grassland habitat restoration
The importance of following the label instructions and minimizing spray drift when using herbicides
Removing cool season grasses and introducing native species
Past habitat mistakes such as focusing too much on easy-to-reach spots for deer
The benefits of sustainable land management practices

And So Much More!

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Patreon - Habitat Podcast
Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude
Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP
Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm
Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed
Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10
Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10
Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25
Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP
First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P
LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS
Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO
Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – [email protected]
Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg
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1 hr
February 07, 2025316: New Vitalize Seed Mixes! New products from Vitalize, New Website, and Spring Food Plot Plan with Al Tomechko
Habitat Podcast #316 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Al Tomechko. We've both been working hard behind the scenes on some new products that we dive into on this episode. We discuss:
Frost seeding a warm spell
New Vitalize website
New bundles
Food plot starter kits
Fertility bundle
New Seed Products
Premium Clover+
Brassica Seed Mix
Annual Clover Mix
The importance of Natural Amendments
Looking ahead to spring food plots
Expanding food plots on the Northern 70
Planning for 60+ acres of food plots in Ohio
Planting logging roads

And So Much More!

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Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected]
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Patreon - Habitat Podcast
Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude
Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP
Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm
Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed
Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10
Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10
Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25
Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP
First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P
LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS
Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO
Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – [email protected]
Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg
Email us: [email protected]
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53 min
January 24, 2025314: The Small parcel series: Fixing habitat mistakes made on 10 acres in Pennsylvania with Lucas Jones
Habitat Podcast #314 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Lucas Jones. We discuss:
Habitat management on Family property that you don't own
Don't get rid of thick underbrush
Fixing bad access
Using the neighbors select cut to your advantage
The role of terrain in deer movement
The top fruit trees he will be adding
Re-establishing bedding where it once was
Witch Hazel
Fighting a Sumac tree infestation
Human presence vs hunting pressure
Adding water holes in hill country
Food vs Cover
Don't make bedding where deer don't want to be

And So Much More!

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Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected]
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Patreon - Habitat Podcast
Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude
Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP
Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm
Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed
Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10
Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10
Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25
Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP
First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P
LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS
Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO
Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – [email protected]
Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg
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1 hr 16 min
January 17, 2025313: Creating a deer hunters dream farm in Ohio hill country, Removing Autumn Olive, and The Ohio Forest Tax Law program with Cody Jarrett
Habitat Podcast #313 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with repeat guest Cody Jarrett. We discuss:
Selling his Illinois properties to buy a larger piece in Ohio
The challenges of managing the deer population
When is the best time of year to shoot does
Battling EHD
Older bucks have smaller ranges
Passive vs aggressive on private property
Planting corn fields in Ohio hill country
How thermals can impact farm layout
Removing autumn olive
The importance of native grasses
Ohio Forest Tax Law program
Burning switchgrass in the winter
The importance of water sources for deer
Planting trees
Are chainsaws a dinner bell for deer?

And So Much More!

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Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected]
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Patreon - Habitat Podcast
Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude
Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP
Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm
Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed
Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10
Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10
Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25
Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP
First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P
LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS
Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO
Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – [email protected]
Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg
Email us: [email protected]
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1 hr 2 min
January 10, 2025312: What you need to be doing right NOW for habitat management! January habitat management, compartmentalizing your property, and strategic infrastructure with Matt Zahl
Habitat Podcast #312 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with HP team member and friend of the podcast Matt Zahl. We talk all things January habitat management. We discuss:
Habitat wins and future plans
Timber management boosts wildlife activity
Successful deer hunt with heartwarming father-son moment
Enhancing land access via strategic infrastructure
A different way of planting switchgrass
Compartmentalizing your property
Building better doe bedding
Culvert installation
Cutting trees in January
The best thing Matt has done for his property

And So Much More!

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Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected]
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Patreon - Habitat Podcast
Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude
Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP
Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm
Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed
Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10
Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10
Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25
Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP
First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P
LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS
Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO
Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – [email protected]
Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg
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59 min
January 03, 2025311: Start your engines (Chainsaws)! Off season timber stand improvement and new habitat podcast segments for 2025 with Corey Sullivan
Habitat Podcast #311 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are starting off 2025 back in the studio talking with long-time friend of the podcast Corey Sullivan. This episode is the kick-off to some new things that we are rolling out on both the podcast and our YouTube this year. We discuss:
Cutting maples to rejuvenate habitats
Planting cedars for crucial cover
Spraying invasives for native growth
The strategic benefits of hybrid willows
The impact of historical flooding
Introducing the HP recipe segment
Strategies for combating invasives
Benefits of chainsaw work for habitats
Creating transitional zones
Chainsaw selections and safety tips

And So Much More!

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Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected]
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Patreon - Habitat Podcast
Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude
Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP
Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm
Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed
Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10
Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10
Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25
Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP
First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P
LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS
Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO
Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – [email protected]
Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg
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1 hr
December 27, 2024310: A Complete Guide to Infrastructure and Erosion Control with Chris Howell
Habitat Podcast #310 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Chris Howell. Chris is the owner of an excavating business where he is moving dirt 24/7 and we get into everything Infrastructure and Erosion Control on your property. We discuss:
Understanding erosion & controlling it
DIY vs. professional solutions
Seeding roads & slopes
Erosion control equals investment protection
Habitat work blending with land development
DIY tips for property road maintenance
Geo-fabric for road durability and structure
Excavation Advice for Landowners
Grass and Tree Choices
Fixing the Northern 70 logging road
Ponds and culverts
The importance of water management

And So Much More!

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Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected]
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Patreon - Habitat Podcast
Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude
Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP
Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm
Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed
Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10
Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10
Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25
Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP
First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P
LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS
Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO
Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – [email protected]
Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg
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1 hr 2 min
December 20, 2024309: The Small Parcel Series: Control burns and screening on 6 acres in North Carolina!
Habitat Podcast #309 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back with another installment of the small parcel series. Today we talk with a friend of the podcast and land plan client Jason Rogers. We discuss:
Strategic use of limited space for effective wildlife habitat
Burning for better cover & fewer ticks
Strategic screening in small areas
The success of native tree wildlife cuts
The story of 'Peg Leg' the buck
Surprising Benefits of holly trees
Trees for future cover & food
Utilization of fallen pine trees for natural screening
Importance of understanding deer behavior and movement
Plans to enhance cover and food options with trees
And So Much More!

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Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected]
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Patreon - Habitat Podcast
Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude
Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP
Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm
Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed
Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10
Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10
Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25
Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP
First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P
LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS
Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO
Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – [email protected]
Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg
Email us: [email protected]
habitat management / deer habitat / food plots / hinge cut / food plot

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1 hr 14 min

About Habitat Podcast

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The Habitat Podcast is a podcast for land and wildlife habitat managers, and for hunters who learn and utilize different types of habitat in their hunting strategy. We interview hunters and habitat…