Michigan Wild

This week on the Michigan Wild Podcast, Marcus sits down with Nick Green from the Michigan United Conservation Clubs. The guys talk about a bit of a hot button issue here in Michigan and that's the expansion of Army National Guard Base, Camp Grayling. The National Guard is proposing to lease an additional, roughly 160,000 acres of public land on top of the roughly 140,000 acres they currently occupy. The guys cover how everything came about, what the initial feedback was from the public and where things currently stand. Whether you're a Michigan resident or just an average conservationist, this is an episode that you'll want to hear.

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Joining Marcus this week on the Michigan Wild podcast is Jake Hendrickson. Jake is a habitat consultant with Whitetail Partners here in Michigan. The guys kick things off talking about what it is that Jake does as a habitat consultant and how he found himself in this line of work. Jake talks about some of the biggest mistakes that landowners make when it comes to their property and how they can almost immediately increase their deer encounters with a few small changes. Marcus gives Jake some scenarios about his own property and how he can increase his own odds. The guys close things out discussing how doing a little bit of work on your property each year will yield big results over time if you just stick with it. If you're looking to take the next step with your property, be sure and reach out to Jake.

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Today on the Michigan Wild Podcast, Marcus sits down with long time friend and outdoorsman, Dane Williams. Dane grew up spending much of his life outdoors in many capacities and even spent time guiding in Wyoming during his college years before settling down back in his hometown. The guys spend most of the conversation discussing the past season, and some of the great memories that came out of it. Dane talks about the approach he and his wife take to getting their kids outdoors and how they strive more than anything to just have fun while they're out there. The two talk about the many opportunities Michigan has to offer and how to make the most of all those situations. A great conversation and if you have young kids, one you'll certainly be able to relate to.

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This week on the Michigan WIld Podcast, Marcus welcomes in, the owner of Flint Ridge Rifles, Jared Walker. The guys waste no time diving into what it's like building a custom rifle, what you can expect from the process, and possibly even a ball park from a pricing standpoint. Jared discusses some of the hurdles he's had to overcome over the last 2 years between price increases and issues with supply chains across the board. Jared talks about shooting at long range targets, where the interest came from and how he approaches long range shots on animals. For anyone looking to make a purchase on a generational firearm, be sure and check out Flint Ridge Rifles.

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To kick things off in 2023, Marcus is joined by Trevor Hubbs from the Armed Forces Initiative branch of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers. Trevor opens things up talking about what AFI is and their mission within BHA. The guys talk about the newly appointed liaison for Michigan and what types of events are planned for 2023.Trevor goes in depth about some of the events AFI hosted last year, the good things that came out of them and messages that keep him going. After spending more than 200 nights on the road or in the field last year, Trevor feels like 2023 primed for another great year of helping the Veteran community and our public lands. Head over to Backcountry Hunters & Anglers website to learn more about the AFI.

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Today on the Michigan Wild Podcast, Marcus is riding solo and is talking about transitions. However, the transitions he's talking about today are not so much about the deer woods as they are about life and hunting and the changes that we all go through during our hunting journey. He talks about what it's like balancing hunting and a family, getting your kids into the field and when the hunt becomes more about those you share it with and their success than it does your own. This is an episode that everyone can likely relate to on some level and one that you will enjoy.

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This week on the Michigan Wild Podcast, Marcus sits down with proud Michigan native Drew YoungeDyke. The guys cover a wide variety of topics ranging from still hunting big woods bucks in the UP, to catching pike on a fly rod. Drew works for the National Wildlife Federation and has made a career out of the outdoors and our natural resources. The guys discuss the importance of doing your part as it pertains to using non-lead tackle and ammo when in the field to reduce your after the kill impact as much as possible. A great conversation to kick off your week and get you thinking about doing your part.

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This week's guest on the Michigan Wild Podcast, is just that, WILD. This week, Marcus welcomes in Nate Weber. Nate was a contestant on Season 8 of the hit TV show Alone which airs on the History Channel. As you would guess, the guys spend a good deal of time talking about Nate's experience on Alone and what led him there. Nate talks about how he ended up in Michigan after serving in the Military for 24 years and what he's hoping to build on his little piece of heaven here in mitten. This is a great conversation with a ton of great stories that you don't want to miss. Enjoy!

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This week on the Michigan Wild Podcast, Marcus is joined by his brother-in-law and hunting buddy, Mike Zundel. The guys take a break from their weekend hunt to recap their mornings along with the season itself. The guys talk about some of the challenges they face hunting new property along with how deer activity tends to change from year to year. Mike talks about his yearly plans to take doe off the land, and how he usually abandons that after the first week of the season. This is just a classic huntin' buddy BS session and one that should get you ready opening day of firearm season.

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This week on the Michigan Wild Podcast, Marcus is joined by fellow podcast host Josh Raley. Josh hosts both the Wisconsin Outdoorsman and the How to Hunt Deer Podcast that both air on the Sportsman's Empire. The guys talk about how the season has gone up to this point, how things are going on Josh's 2 week rut-cation and how balancing hunting and family time can be tough. Josh shares some strategies he uses while hunting out of state public land when things go awry as well as keeping a positive attitude as you shift gears and look for a back up plan. A great conversation for those looking to stay motivated during the best time in the woods.

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