Michigan Wild

On this week of The Last 7 Days, Shane Loney joins Nate Rozeveld to recap the 3rd week of Michigan's archery season. Shane's fall started with a hiccup as he had an accident while setting a treestand. After some surgery and having his thumb wrapped and splint he hasn't let that slow him down. Fortunately he is still able to shoot his bow, and has some great friends that have helped him set stands and make strategic moves. 

Up until this point of the season both guys talk about their personal experiences with seeing some great deer and having some solid sits that just haven't had the desirable outcomes. Nate feels he was just too passive on a few sits and it cost him an opportunity at a target buck. Shane has been getting some daylight pictures of his target deer, but hasn't found himself quite there yet either.

However both Nate and Shane are eagerly anticipating the upcoming cold front paired with the later part of October. This is when both guys move into targeting specific transition areas next to bedding and feel it's a great opportunity to catch a mature buck on his feet, either in the morning or evening. 

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In need of a tracking dog? Reach out to Find It Fred, Tony and his dog are top notch and Tony is passionate about helping fellow hunters.

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On this episode of Michigan WIld, Nate Rozeveld and his son Henry(HD) sit down and record a great episode recapping HD's buck he got during the youth hunt. HD is 8 years old and really enjoys spending time outside. He has tagged along with Nate at a young age hunting, fishing, food plotting, making mock scrapes, and now hunting himself. Through this episode they talk about everything they accomplished leading up to the hunt, including the food plot prep, sighting in the weapon, all the summer shooting and some expectations. 

Overall a fun episode going over HD's second buck harvest and the journey it took to get there. HD is looking forward to opening day of gun season so he can travel up North with the family and hopefully fill a doe tag or two. Nate and Henry both are so happy it worked out and that a successful hunt took place. They both are looking forward to many more hunts together and now it's dad's turn to fill a buck tag!

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In need of a tracking dog? Reach out to Find It Fred, Tony and his dog are top notch and Tony is passionate about helping fellow hunters.

Looking to add a food plot or change up your food plot strategy check out vitalizeseed.com and the Habitat Podcast.

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On this episode of Michigan Wild, Nate and Brad Speet kick off The Last 7 Days wk2. Brad found himself wrapping his tag around his first public land archery buck. Brad is a part of the Half Ass Hunting podcast and previously joined Michigan Wild talking about salmon fishing earlier this fall. Not only does Brad get after the fish, he also is torn up with whitetail hunting. Recapping the last 7 days of October found both guys having some great hunts, even leading up into the "October Lull". Nate discusses a few of his hunts that have produced some great up and coming bucks, just not the target deer in bow range. Brad was actually able to shoot his buck October 15th and took advantage of being mobilbe, not relying on trail cams, and hunting the sign, not where he felt he had to be. 

The way Brad hunted this buck down was inspiring and a great story. From watching the deer get out of his bed and proceed to within bow range was the sum of all the hard work, dedication to learning, and not being afraid to try new tactics. The 2nd week of October is behind us and both guys are looking forward to the next week. Nate is still searching for a deer to target and Brad has a solid play on some deer he has history with. Everyday that ticks by leads to some of the best hunting opportunities for the fall. 

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In need of a tracking dog? Reach out to Find It Fred, Tony and his dog are top notch and Tony is passionate about helping fellow hunters.

Looking to add a food plot or change up your food plot strategy check out vitalizeseed.com and the Habitat Podcast.

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On this episode of Michigan WIld Nate and Gideon Montgomery have a great conversation focused on chasing whitetails on public land. Gideon has a great story. He didn't grow up in a hunting family, so he cut his teeth learning how to hunt whitetails on public land in Michigan. He was fortunate enough to have a few mentors that pointed him in the right direction and he has continued to put in the time and effort to get better every fall. Gideon enjoys filling the freezer every year and admits that he has a hard time passing a good doe. 

Along with starting whitetail hunting he also found himself going out west his second season of hunting. There is a parallel to how Gideon hunts today that reflects the early years of western hunting and his desire to always go on an adventure. Public land has never intimidated him and he knows that effort and desire can lead to more success. Strolling into a piece of public he has never hunted and the adventure that waits is what he seeks each fall. 

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In need of a tracking dog? Reach out to Find It Fred, Tony and his dog are top notch and Tony is passionate about helping fellow hunters.

Looking to add a food plot or change up your food plot strategy check out vitalizeseed.com and the Habitat Podcast.

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On this episode of Michigan Wild we kicked off the series The Last 7 Days Wk1. Robert McIntyre once again joins Nate and they break down their mindsets and each hunt they have been on. Both guys have had an eventual start to their seasons with releasing arrows, so they jump right into breaking down all the action. 

Nate's first week has been exciting with its ups and downs. He has seen a target buck along with passing some awesome up and comers. The weather patterns and food sources have led to Nate staying mobile and hunting more mornings than he typically does in early October. Robert along with Nate has been on deer and even bloodied 2 arrows on public land deer. His family does a camp every fall and as a camp they harvested 4 deer. Robert breaks down his kills and the enjoyment he finds experiencing a bow camp every year. 

Overall it's been a great start to the season and congrats Robert on your archery kills!

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In need of a tracking dog? Reach out to Find It Fred, Tony and his dog are top notch and Tony is passionate about helping fellow hunters.

Looking to add a food plot or change up your food plot strategy check out vitalizeseed.com and the Habitat Podcast.

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On this episode of Michigan Wild, Tyler Bentley joins Nate to discuss the last 10 years of The Rise Hunt, and his unbelievable start to this fall.  Tyler does a fantastic job sharing about his journey as a hunter and content creator, while touching on the evolution of The Rise Hunt. He emphasizes the importance of preparation, adaptability, and storytelling in hunting. Tyler reflects on his experiences filming hunts, the challenges of hunting in different environments, and the significance of enjoying the process rather than just focusing on the end goal. He also highlights the collaborative nature of the hunting community and the entrepreneurial spirit that drives his passion for the outdoors. 

Before October Tyler had already filled two out of state buck tags. One in North Dakota and his second in Missouri.Tyler shares the unexpected opportunities he encountered while bow hunting in each state, which adds to the anticipation and uncertainty bowhunting offers. He discusses the strategies he employed, the emotional highs and lows of the hunt, and the importance of patience and preparation. Overall Tyler is enjoying the whole process of the fall and what it took for them to get here. The Rise Hunt isn't an overnight sensation and Tyler emphasizes the significance of hard work and dedication in achieving a goal, in the woods and day to day life.

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Interested in being a guest on Michigan Wild? Send an email to [email protected]or send a message on Instagram @michiganwildpod.

In need of a tracking dog? Reach out to Find It Fred, Tony and his dog are top notch and Tony is passionate about helping fellow hunters.

Looking to add a food plot or change up your food plot strategy check out vitalizeseed.com and the Habitat Podcast.

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On this episode of Michigan Wild, Nate Rozeveld and Nick Otto (Huntavore) discuss the chaotic yet rewarding life of parenting, coaching youth sports, and the bittersweet moments of life and loss. They explore the journey from farm to table, the evolution of hunting and cooking, and the importance of sustainable practices. The conversation highlights the significance of sharing knowledge and experiences in hunting, archery, and cooking, while emphasizing the value of family and community in these activities. They also touch on the excitement and preparation for the upcoming hunting season, reflecting on the lessons learned from past experiences and the importance of being responsible hunters.

Nick also has the opportunity to break down his hunt from last fall where he harvested his biggest whitetail to date with his bow. An exciting hunt that brought everything into perspective as a podcast host, father, and Michigan hunter. Nick ends the episode challenging fellow hunters to not be afraid of trying something more with their harvest. Maybe processing their kill, exploring other ways to prepare meals, or just hunting in new ways in order to challenge themselves and grow.

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In need of a tracking dog? Reach out to Find It Fred, Tony and his dog are top notch and Tony is passionate about helping fellow hunters.

Looking to add a food plot or change up your food plot strategy check out vitalizeseed.com and the Habitat Podcast.

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On this episode of Michigan Wild, Nate Rozeveld and Robert McIntyre sit down for their 3rd episode of A New Season. This episode is all about tying a bow on their summer, discussing how everything has led to this hunting season and how they plan on hunting their target deer.  Both Robert and Nate have solid plans leading into the first few days of the season. Confidence is at an all time high and they both can't wait for their archery opener. 

Throughout the episode the guys do share personal stories, insights on deer behavior, scouting techniques, and the importance of preparation. They emphasize the significance of being aggressive yet strategic in their approach to hunting, as well as the value of experience and learning from each outing. There is some gear talk about specific equipment and mobile setups. 

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In need of a tracking dog? Reach out to Find It Fred, Tony and his dog are top notch and Tony is passionate about helping fellow hunters.

Looking to add a food plot or change up your food plot strategy check out vitalizeseed.com and the Habitat Podcast.

Check out Wildlife Legends Taxidermy for any of your taxidermy needs. 

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On this episode of Michigan WIld, Nate's riding solo. He is breaking down his early antlerless Michigan hunts. The early antlerless hunt is a 2 day hunt usually around the 3rd weekend of September. This is the 2nd year Nate took part in the hunt and found himself punching 2 tags.

Last fall Nate was able to shoot 1 doe with archery equipment, but this year he decided on breaking in a new rifle and had a desire to shoot more than 1 deer. After doing some research and scouting throughout the summer he understood that he needed to do his part and shoot more does. During this episode Nate breaks down the weapon of choice, the strategies he implied, and the story of his successful morning. 

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Interested in being a guest on Michigan Wild? Send an email to [email protected]or send a message on Instagram @michiganwildpod.

In need of a tracking dog? Reach out to Find It Fred, Tony and his dog are top notch and Tony is passionate about helping fellow hunters.

Looking to add a food plot or change up your food plot strategy check out vitalizeseed.com and the Habitat Podcast.

Check out Wildlife Legends Taxidermy for any of your taxidermy needs. 

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On this episode of Michigan Wild, Nate Rozeveld and Bryan Myering have a great conversation centered on whitetail hunting and how it takes a community of people to achieve certain goals. Nate and Bryan's friendship stemmed from a big buck that Bryan shot. This was a buck Nate was also hunting and had a history with. Instead of being upset with Bryan or being poor me, Nate decided to reach out and congratulate Bryan. Fast forward to present day, Bryan and Nate share trail cam pics of deer, hunting stories, and successful strategies.

The conversation also delves into habitat management, cooking wild game, and the balance between family life and hunting. Nate and Bryan both find themselves helping coach their kids fall sports teams and discuss the amount of time that requires. Even with limited time in early October both guys are optimistic about finding success. Overall Nate and Bryan want to emphasize the value of open communication among neighbors and the joy of sharing hunting experiences with like minded hunters. It is very fullfilly and helps achieve goals that may have never been achievable. 

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Interested in being a guest on Michigan Wild? Send an email to [email protected]or send a message on Instagram @michiganwildpod.

In need of a tracking dog? Reach out to Find It Fred, Tony and his dog are top notch and Tony is passionate about helping fellow hunters.

Looking to add a food plot or change up your food plot strategy check out vitalizeseed.com and the Habitat Podcast.

Check out Wildlife Legends Taxidermy for any of your taxidermy needs. 

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