Josh Jones (MFJJ) and Scot Evans join us to discuss the future of archery, the challenges facing pro shops, hunting technology, wildlife management, and the ongoing debate surrounding modern bowhunting. From crossbows and regulations to cell cameras and the next generation of hunters, this conversation covers some of the biggest issues shaping the sport today. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

00:00 The Future of Archery

08:00 Why TAC Became the Biggest Archery Event

12:30 How Successful Archery Shops Actually Operate

21:30 Why Pro Shops Must Adapt or Die

33:00 Is Traditional Archery Losing Its Identity?

41:00 Why Some Dealers Stopped Selling Crossbows

47:00 Are Wildlife Agencies Getting It Wrong?

01:06:00 A New Idea for Archery Seasons

01:30:00 The Biggest Legal Threat to Hunting

01:49:50 Has Technology Made Hunting Too Easy?

02:23:40 What Happens Next for Archery?

02:32:00 Final Thoughts

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In this episode of Farm Companion, we discuss the summer farm work that helps shape deer movement before hunting season. From planting beans, switchgrass, and screening cover to setting feeders, blinds, and trail cameras, we break down the projects we're focused on right now. We also discuss mature buck sightings, habitat management, herbicide strategies, EQIP updates, and how we're using farm design to improve hunting opportunities this fall. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

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In this episode of the HUNTR Podcast, we're joined by AJ Kazmierczak and Rick Hall from Lone Wolf Custom Gear for a wide-ranging conversation on mobile hunting, deer hunting strategy, gear evolution, public land access, and what separates consistently successful hunters from the rest. We dive into calculated aggression, saddle hunting, weather-driven decision making, calling tactics, hunting pressure, and how mobility can completely change the way you approach mature deer. Thanks for tuning in and supporting the show. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the episode.

00:00 Introduction

05:45 Regional Hunting Traditions & Regulations

28:00 EHD vs. CWD: Understanding Deer Diseases

36:00 Work, Life & Hunting Flexibility

45:00 The Evolution of Lone Wolf Custom Gear

54:00 Building Better Mobile Hunting Systems

01:03:00 Ranger Hybrid vs. Traditional Tree Stands

01:14:30 Safety Systems & Minimalist Gear

01:21:00 Mobile Hunting Setup & Silencing Gear

01:34:00 Dark Entry vs. Gray Light Access

01:41:00 Defining Success Beyond the Harvest

02:07:00 Calling Tactics for Midwest Bucks

02:20:00 North Dakota's New Non-Resident Regulations

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In this episode of Farm Companion, we give a quick update on everything happening across our farms right now. From planting beans, switchgrass, and screening cover to setting blinds, mineral sites, feeders, and trail cameras, we're officially in the thick of summer preparation. We also break down the regulation changes in North Dakota and how they may affect hunters moving forward. Thanks for tuning in, and we'll catch you next week. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

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In this episode of HUNTR Podcast, we sit down with Taylor Thomas for one of the most raw and honest conversations we’ve had about the obsession behind chasing giant whitetails. Taylor opens up about surviving brain surgery, walking away from the day-to-day grind of business ownership, moving his family from Tennessee to Iowa, and what he believes it actually takes to consistently hunt mature bucks at a high level. We dive deep into Iowa land, off-market farm deals, and why most hunters never reach the next level because they simply aren’t willing to do the work. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

00:00 – What It Takes to Hunt Giant Bucks

11:51 – Meeting Taylor Thomas & ATA Stories

15:01 – Sales, Spam Calls & Business Life

23:48 – Growing Up Hunting in Tennessee

32:26 – Taylor’s Brain Tumor & Emergency Surgery

48:39 – Life After Surgery Changed Everything

54:06 – Moving to Iowa for Giant Bucks

1:17:16 – Buying an Iowa Farm Off-Market

1:33:03 – The Reality of Hiring & Building a Team

1:38:16 – Why Most Hunters Never Find Great Land

2:08:10 – Buying & Flipping Iowa “Unicorn” Farms

2:19:34 – Hyper-Management, Genetics & Giant Deer

2:42:16 – Passing Down Hunting Traditions & Work Ethic

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In this episode of Farm Companion, we break down everything happening on our farms right now including summer food plot prep, habitat management strategy, EHD concerns, and what it really takes to hold mature bucks over multiple seasons. This is the time of year where we lock in the work that gives us the best chance at a big buck this fall. Thanks for tuning in over Memorial Day weekend, and we’ll see you next Sunday.

0:00 Farming Season Is HERE

3:13 Burning Fields for Better Deer Habitat

8:28 The Weed Problem Is Getting Worse

20:29 TAC Is Going to Be INSANE

24:57 What You Should Plant in June

28:56 Why Mock Scrapes Matter Early

34:48 Why Hunting Land Isn’t Selling

41:26 Ohio’s EHD Problem Is BAD

49:54 The Truth About Growing Mature Bucks

53:25 Starting With a BAD Property

1:01:33 Feeding vs Baiting Debate

1:10:01 The Future of Hunting Looks Rough

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In this episode of HUNTR Podcast, we dive into one of the most honest and controversial conversations we’ve had about the current state of hunting and conservation. From growing frustrations with organizations like the NDA and NWTF to declining turkey populations, baiting, access issues, trail camera technology, and state-by-state wildlife management, this episode covers the topics hunters across the country are debating right now. Are hunters losing trust in conservation groups? Is modern technology changing hunting forever? And what actually needs to happen to protect the future of hunting? Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

00:00 – Introduction & Green Up Updates

07:32 – Hunters Losing Trust In Conservation Groups

19:20 – Where NWTF Money Actually Goes

27:12 – Why Turkey Populations Are Declining

38:06 – The One-Buck Debate In Michigan

46:31 – Politics vs Wildlife Biology

52:40 – The Baiting Debate Gets Heated

01:00:21 – Are Trail Cameras Changing Hunting?

01:17:02 – The Biggest Problem Facing Hunters Today

01:38:40 – Which States Manage Deer The Best?

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In this Farm Companion episode, we break down the long-term habitat strategy behind building better whitetail ground—from EQIP projects and switchgrass screening to large-scale clearcuts, food plots, access improvements, and the future plans shaping this farm for years to come. This is the time of year to lock in farm projects for big bucks this fall. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

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Buckle up. In this episode of the HUNTR Podcast, we welcome a very special guest, Ted Nugent, for one of the most unfiltered conversations we’ve ever had. From bowhunting and conservation to government overreach, Hunter Nation, and the legacy of Fred Bear, Ted sounds off on the future of hunting in America. We appreciate the passion Ted brings to the outdoors and the opportunity to hear his opinions, wild stories, and decades of hunting experience. We can’t thank Ted enough for taking the time to sit down with us and have an open conversation about something we’re all so passionate about. We hope you enjoy this one as much as we did. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

00:00 Ted Nugent UNFILTERED

15:14 The State of Hunting in America

31:24 Ted’s Battles With Game Agencies

47:09 Free Range vs High Fence Hunting

1:00:28 Are Hunting Regulations Necessary?

1:17:18 Ted’s Craziest Hunting Stories

1:32:40 Predator Control & Wildlife Balance

1:49:55 Hunting, Freedom & American Culture

2:09:40 Ted’s Relationship With Fred Bear

2:13:12 The Story Behind “Fred Bear”

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In this Farm Companion, we break down soybean strategies, food plot planning, and how different bean varieties can impact deer movement from early season through late season. From browse pressure and pod production to blind setup, farm prep, and building properties that hold mature bucks longer, this episode covers the real decisions that shape better hunting. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

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