LIMBITLESS Podcast

This episode is powerful! 

Please welcome Phil Kepple, owner of 4 Arrows Outdoors to the LIMBITLESS Podcast. I met Phil Kepple at the Archery Trade Association show in 2022 and we have become great friends and brothers in Christ.

The first half of this episode is about how we met, Phil's life and family and his archery shop, 4 Arrows Outdoors. It is my pleasure as a podcast host to share the opportunity to promote Phil's positive impact on the archery community through his pro shop and faith. 

The second half of the show is an incredible journey into the application of faith in the outdoors, and the A3G Initiative. Many questions will be asked during the back half of this episode. How many times is the word "wilderness" mentioned in the Bible? How important is one arrow a day? How does one arrow a day reflect one scripture a day? Are you as prepared in your faith as your in your backcountry endeavors? 

Does the LIMB-itless question, "Are you a hunter, or do you like to hunt?" transition to your spirit by asking, "Are you going to heaven, or do you think you're going to heaven?"

This is one of my favorite episodes to date, and I pray it "Hits you where you live" (one of my favorite Petra songs)!

Be LIMBITLESS - Be FAITHFUL

Matthew 3:3 "“A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’”

If you have comments, questions or concerns, or you have an idea or request for an episode or series topic, please contact host Aaron Ritter at [email protected]

You may find all things LIMBITLESS at www.limbitlessoutdoors.com

Information regarding the A3G Initiative may be found at www.a3ginitiative.org

IG: @limbitless_servicegroup
IG: @a3g_initiative

FB: @LIMB-itless Outdoors
FB: @A3G Initiative

YouTube: @LIMBitlessOutdoors

Podcast Sponsors: (codes available during podcasts)

- Hunting Day Coffee: 10%
- Phelps Game Calls: 20%
- On Point Adventure Foods: 10%
- Vortex Optics: 25%
- Wilderness Athlete: 20%
- The Love Sauce: 10%

The sport of archery, bowhunting, and venturing into the wilderness has become a popular form of therapy, especially for veterans of the military and the first responder community.

Focusing on the topic of archery, modern studies have validated the therapeutic benefits of the stick and string in relation to the mind and body. I personally have found great improvements in mental health, and my passion for archery hunting motivates me to achieve improved levels of physical fitness.

From a 3-D archery standpoint, non-competitive courses and events have begun to pop-up all over the nation. Some attempting to simulate the rigors of mountainous and backcountry environments. Other organizations are leveraging 3-D archery events to benefit specific communities.

This episode hosts one of the individuals focusing on the veteran community through his newly established non-profit, the Valor Archery Challenge. Tune in as we spend the next hour with Sam Westfall, founder and owner of Valor Archery Challage. Sam is a veteran himself, loves archery, and desires to give back to both communities.

Be LIMBITLESS

Be FAITHFUL

Matthew 3:3 "“A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’”

If you have comments, questions or concerns, or you have an idea or request for an episode or series topic, please contact host Aaron Ritter at [email protected]

You may find all things LIMBITLESS at www.limbitlessoutdoors.com

Information regarding the A3G Initiative may be found at www.a3ginitiative.org

IG: @limbitless_servicegroup
IG: @a3g_initiative

FB: @LIMB-itless Outdoors
FB: @A3G Initiative

YouTube: @LIMBitlessOutdoors

Podcast Sponsors: (codes available during podcasts)

- Hunting Day Coffee: 10%
- Phelps Game Calls: 20%
- On Point Adventure Foods: 10%
- Vortex Optics: 25%
- Wilderness Athlete: 20%
- The Love Sauce: 10%

If you are listening to the audio podcast version, you are missing the meat and potatoes of this Waypoint Episode.

Nothing like receiving a care package from one of your favorite outdoor companies, this particular package being from Badlands Gear, only to find a soon-to-be-released item meant to challenge my LIMBITLESS garment preference.

For those who know me, I rely heavily on the Badlands Variant Hoodie as the foundation of my year-round thermal and layering system. This system, for me, has been tried and true while pursuing big game nationwide in all climates and conditions. 

Well folks, it is my pleasure to introduce the Draw Hoodie by the red skull brand. This hoodie is SWEET!!!

Synthetic fleece, at a thermal range you are bound to find very versatile. What really intrigues me is the features of this very comfortable, thought-out upper-body garment. Top to bottom: hooded, integrated face-mask, deep chest zipper that shifts to a side-face closure (very unique and I like-e!), rangefinder (or possibles) pocket (with retainment cord), kangaroo hand pouch, full gauntlet sleeves with both thumb AND pinkie holes!

I highly encourage you to watch the YouTube version of this episode so you may see ALL of the great features of this new garment by Badlands.

Be LIMBITLESS. Be FAITHFUL

Matthew 3:3 "“A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’”

If you have comments, questions or concerns, or you have an idea or request for an episode or series topic, please contact host Aaron Ritter at [email protected]

You may find all things LIMBITLESS at www.limbitlessoutdoors.com

Information regarding the A3G Initiative may be found at www.a3ginitiative.org

IG: @limbitless_servicegroup
IG: @a3g_initiative

FB: @LIMB-itless Outdoors
FB: @A3G Initiative

YouTube: @LIMBitlessOutdoors

Podcast Sponsors: (codes available during podcasts)

- Hunting Day Coffee: 10%
- Phelps Game Calls: 20%
- On Point Adventure Foods: 10%
- Vortex Optics: 25%
- Wilderness Athlete: 20%
- The Love Sauce: 10%

Episode 31: Joe Rhodes and the Kniedstedt Foundation

LIMBITLESS Podcast listenters! This episode is about service.

- Service to those who served our nation

- Service to an organization honoring those who served

- Service to our brothers and sisters

- Service to our faith in Jesus Christ

I had the honor and privilege of hosting Joe Rhodes to discuss his role with the Kniestedt Foundation, the 5 W's of the Kniestedt Foundation, outdoor activities hosted the foundation, and serving others through our faith in God.

I pray this episode leads you to supporting the Kniestedt Foundation and strengthening you walk in faith and service.

www.kniestedt.org

Be LIMBITLESS

Be FAITHFUL

Matthew 3:3 "“A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’”

If you have comments, questions or concerns, or you have an idea or request for an episode or series topic, please contact host Aaron Ritter at [email protected]

You may find all things LIMBITLESS at www.limbitlessoutdoors.com

Information regarding the A3G Initiative may be found at www.a3ginitiative.org

IG: @limbitless_servicegroup
IG: @a3g_initiative

FB: @LIMB-itless Outdoors
FB: @A3G Initiative

YouTube: @LIMBitlessOutdoors

Podcast Sponsors: (codes available during podcasts)

- Hunting Day Coffee: 10%
- Phelps Game Calls: 20%
- On Point Adventure Foods: 10%
- Vortex Optics: 25%
- Wilderness Athlete: 20%
- The Love Sauce: 10%

Outdoor and athletic nutrition has become one of the fastest growing and saturated markets in the "anything sports-related" world. Running, bodybuilding, functional fitness, cycling, hunting... The list goes on and on.

I remember back in the 90's, while stationed in Naples, Italy as a young US Navy sailor, I spent half a months pay on the Cybergenics Muscle-building stack. At $140 a cycle, it was a costly attempt at adding 10-15 pounds to my lean body mass. Next in line was Ultimate Orange. Many of us used to slam a dose of Ultimate Orange before semi-annual PT tests or prior to lining up before an adventurous Friday morning command PT session.

Fast forward a few years to a few decades later. So many brands come to mind focused on marketing energy bars, gels, hydration mixes and protein powders. 

As I have matured and aged, I have grown to realize the necessity of quality nutrition products in my training process and what's loaded in my backpack. With all that said, I have been looking forward to recording this episode for quite some time. 

LIMBITLESS welcomes Kevin Guillen, from Wilderness Athlete. Kevin is more than an accomplished outdoorsman. Kevin leads the team at one of the oldest and industry-leading nutrition companies in the hunting industry.

Put down your coffee, grab your favorite hydration mix (hopefully a dose of Hydrate & Recover) and tune in for 75 minutes of solid nutritional information for your hunting and fitness endeavors.

Be LIMBITLESS

Matthew 3:3 "“A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’”

If you have comments, questions or concerns, or you have an idea or request for an episode or series topic, please contact host Aaron Ritter at [email protected]

You may find all things LIMBITLESS at www.limbitlessoutdoors.com

Information regarding the A3G Initiative may be found at www.a3ginitiative.org

IG: @limbitless_servicegroup
IG: @a3g_initiative

FB: @LIMB-itless Outdoors
FB: @A3G Initiative

YouTube: @LIMBitlessOutdoors

Podcast Sponsors: (codes available during podcasts)

- Hunting Day Coffee: 10%
- Phelps Game Calls: 20%
- On Point Adventure Foods: 10%
- Vortex Optics: 25%
- Wilderness Athlete: 20%
- The Love Sauce: 10%

After a wonderful holiday break, the LIMBITLESS Podcast returns (for how long I do not know) with a guest who is near and dear to my heart, Chris Hamm of HHA Sports and HHA USA.

Chris and I spend an hour chatting about the future of the LIMBITLESS Podcast, new products from the HHA Sports line-up and dive deep into the purpose and activities revolving around HHA USA, its purpose, and upcoming events.

The relationship Chris and I share is one of faith, archery and the outdoors; ultimately leading us to serve others. Whether you are a believer or not, Proverbs 27:17 is a scripture for all mankind to lean into, "As iron sharpens iron, so does one person sharpen another."

Be LIMBITLESS

Be FAITHFUL

Matthew 3:3 "“A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’”

If you have comments, questions or concerns, or you have an idea or request for an episode or series topic, please contact host Aaron Ritter at [email protected]

You may find all things LIMBITLESS at www.limbitlessoutdoors.com

Information regarding the A3G Initiative may be found at www.a3ginitiative.org

IG: @limbitless_servicegroup
IG: @a3g_initiative

FB: @LIMB-itless Outdoors
FB: @A3G Initiative

YouTube: @LIMBitlessOutdoors

Podcast Sponsors: (codes available during podcasts)

- Hunting Day Coffee: 10%
- Phelps Game Calls: 20%
- On Point Adventure Foods: 10%
- Vortex Optics: 25%
- Wilderness Athlete: 20%
- The Love Sauce: 10%

I have been looking forward to scheduling and recording with Henry Ferguson for at least 2 years. I initially encountered Henry through our mutual admiration of Badlands Gear. Our shared passion for hunting and the outdoor industry continued to bring us closer together.

That path has finally led us to recording an episode together.

If you love archery and mule deer hunting you will enjoy this episode. More importantly, you will gain some knowledge and insight regarding the Colorado Bowhunters Association, upcoming changes to non-resident Colorado archery elk tags, and how organized archers are able to influence policy at the state level.

This episode is both educational and entertaining.

Be LIMBITLESS

Matthew 3:3 "“A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’”

If you have comments, questions or concerns, or you have an idea or request for an episode or series topic, please contact host Aaron Ritter at [email protected]

You may find all things LIMBITLESS at www.limbitlessoutdoors.com

Information regarding the A3G Initiative may be found at www.a3ginitiative.org

IG: @limbitless_servicegroup
IG: @a3g_initiative

FB: @LIMB-itless Outdoors
FB: @A3G Initiative

YouTube: @LIMBitlessOutdoors

Podcast Sponsors: (codes available during podcasts)

- Hunting Day Coffee: 10%
- Phelps Game Calls: 20%
- On Point Adventure Foods: 10%
- Vortex Optics: 25%
- Wilderness Athlete: 20%
- The Love Sauce: 10%

Fish or Die, founded on the premise of our nations forefathers and their "Join or Die" mentality and love of fishing (even they knew better than to eat large mouth bass).

Founder and CEO of "Fish or Die Bait Company", Taylor Magditch, is a veteran, LEO and proud resident of Pennsylvania. With a passion for pursuing small mouth bass and quality soft-plastic baits, Taylor embarked on the journey of producing his own baits.

I met Taylor in the fishing hall at the 2024 NRA: Great American Outdoor Show. It was his company name and logo which first caught my attention. Closer look, his bait presentation sealed the deal and I "took the bait". LOL

With creative names netted in historical creativity and satire, you will not be disappointed with Taylor's high-quality, American made soft plastics.

Check them out at www.fishordiebaitcompany.com or TackleWarehouse. 

Be LIMBITLESS

Matthew 3:3 "“A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’”

If you have comments, questions or concerns, or you have an idea or request for an episode or series topic, please contact host Aaron Ritter at [email protected]

You may find all things LIMBITLESS at www.limbitlessoutdoors.com

Information regarding the A3G Initiative may be found at www.a3ginitiative.org

IG: @limbitless_servicegroup
IG: @a3g_initiative

FB: @LIMB-itless Outdoors
FB: @A3G Initiative

YouTube: @LIMBitlessOutdoors

Podcast Sponsors: (codes available during podcasts)

- Hunting Day Coffee: 10%
- Phelps Game Calls: 20%
- On Point Adventure Foods: 10%
- Vortex Optics: 25%
- Wilderness Athlete: 20%
- The Love Sauce: 10%

Episode 26: Making Holsters Great Again with Venandi Holsters has been named after #47, releasd on the day of his election announcement and in celebration of another 4 years of our right as Americans to own and bear arms.

This recording is all about Venandi Holsters, weapon retainment and of course several rabbit holes. I connected with Brian early in his custom retainment selling days, and we swiftly became friendly with each other. 

Both fans of Badlands gear, and HUGE proponents of bino-harnesses and carrying side arms ON said harnesses, we started a journey of friendship, mutual promotion, and my selfish enjoyment and pleasure of rocking his product on nearly all of my outdoor adventures.

If you are in search of high-quality, very affordable retainment option for your sidearm, Venandi Holsters is the retainment option of choice. If you are local to the Salt Lake City, Utah area (or passing through), swing by the Venandi store front. If not, you can visit them at their website, www.venandiholsters.com

Be sure and tell them LIMBITLESS sent you!

Be LIMBITLESS

Matthew 3:3 "“A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’”

If you have comments, questions or concerns, or you have an idea or request for an episode or series topic, please contact host Aaron Ritter at [email protected]

You may find all things LIMBITLESS at www.limbitlessoutdoors.com

Information regarding the A3G Initiative may be found at www.a3ginitiative.org

IG: @limbitless_servicegroup
IG: @a3g_initiative

FB: @LIMB-itless Outdoors
FB: @A3G Initiative

YouTube: @LIMBitlessOutdoors

Podcast Sponsors: (codes available during podcasts)

- Hunting Day Coffee: 10%
- Phelps Game Calls: 20%
- On Point Adventure Foods: 10%
- Vortex Optics: 25%
- Wilderness Athlete: 20%
- The Love Sauce: 10%

As listeners, you might not realize it, but I will jump at a chance to discuss backcountry hunting at a moments notice. Especially when it is with another party who is as passionate about the endeavor as I am.

With that said, Episode 25 host's a buddy of mine currently out of Virgnia Beach, Virginia, who experienced his first backcountry hunt this past September (circa 2024). Not a stranger to challenge or discomfort, Colby jumped at the opportunity for his first extended trip into the wilds of Wyoming, and Mother Nature set her hooks in him. 

We chat about how we met, fall down a Total Archery Challenge rabbit hole, ramble on about some mutual friendships, weave in and out of his Wyoming adventure and deeply discuss the realm of hard things while being "alone".

Hope you enjoy this episode, because I will certainly have Colby join the show again in the future.

Be LIMBITLESS

Matthew 3:3 "“A voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’”

If you have comments, questions or concerns, or you have an idea or request for an episode or series topic, please contact host Aaron Ritter at [email protected]

You may find all things LIMBITLESS at www.limbitlessoutdoors.com

Information regarding the A3G Initiative may be found at www.a3ginitiative.org

IG: @limbitless_servicegroup
IG: @a3g_initiative

FB: @LIMB-itless Outdoors
FB: @A3G Initiative

YouTube: @LIMBitlessOutdoors

Podcast Sponsors: (codes available during podcasts)

- Hunting Day Coffee: 10%
- Phelps Game Calls: 20%
- On Point Adventure Foods: 10%
- Vortex Optics: 25%
- Wilderness Athlete: 20%
- The Love Sauce: 10%