In this episode Derek talks with public land mad man, Cody Huhn. Cody was a successful buck hunter in lower Michigan before diving into his whitetail career with an internship with Midwest Whitetail in the land of the giants, Iowa. 

Cody has since transitioned to learning everything he possibly could about the public hunting grounds of south central Iowa and documenting his journey on his YouTube channel “Public Land Whitetails”.  

We talk about a good variety of whitetail stories and anecdotes from observations over the years, but the main takeaway from each story, the link between most of Cody’s biggest bucks, is that each buck was using the wind to absolute greatest advantage. Cody found how and where he would be able to successfully give the Buck the wind advantage but still be able to kill. In most cases this required Cody to do something DIFFERENT. Something strange, weird, onorthodoxy, even a bit crazy. 

Cody tells a number of stories, all of which relate to how the wind is the #1 factor that keeps big bucks alive. This is a great episode and Cody’s knowledge pours out as he explains much of the things he has been blessed to experience in spending nearly everyday of season in the field over the past 5 seasons.

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Tune in as Anthony Heller co-hosts while Greg and Derek are on vacation.

Eric and Anthony chat about their upcoming archery events and share stories from past hunts, touching on everything from gear choices to the frustrating realities of hunting big bucks.

They dive into the excitement of moving to a new studio, building confidence by shooting 3D archery, and how their gear's evolved (or not) over several deer hunting seasons.

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In this episode, Derek sits down with our fearless leader, Eric Clark’s cousin, Jeremy Clark. Jeremy is someone Eric has looked up to and admired as a deer hunter for several years. Eric has long talked about Jeremy’s effectiveness in the deer woods and was thrilled to get this conversation lined up. 

Jeremy starts off discussing his first bow kill on a beautiful P&Y buck, which came together all too easily. This fast and successful start to Jeremy’s hunting career led him to quickly focus on holding out for trophy bucks. As a result, he lost many opportunities to hone and practice the finer skills of pulling off successful shots and kills with archery equipment. 

Then Jeremy dives into some tactics he uses on private ground, where he has permission to hunt, vs. the public marshes he hunts. He discusses how and why he uses trail cameras on both public and private and the type of set ups he uses to put himself in the chips. 

Jeremy shares a story of a giant 10-point he took this past season with his longbow. His story illustrates not only how to effectively set up to intercept cruising bucks searching for does, but also the importance of being confident in your set up. In Jeremy’s story, he had originally chosen a tree to hunt out of during off season scouting, but after setting up for his hunt, he quickly realized that there was a better option just 30-40 yards away, so without hesitation, he pulled his stand and made the move. This move shortly led to a close encounter and an even closer shot on a mature buck. 

Jeremy also talks about tactics for getting into deer on public ground and not wasting your time hunting spots that aren’t “in it”. He lays down some great ideas and thoughts on scouting your way into the woods and knowing when to hang and spend time.

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We finally got Dillon Deitz on the show, and we spiraled straight into bear season heartbreak, spiritual introspection, and some of the funniest roasts he's done as a practicing comedian.

Dillon the brains and banter behind Elk Don’t Exist, a counterculture hunting brand born from missed shots, public land grind, and the realization that pretending to be a badass makes hunting a lot less fun (for him). We dive into his Montana bear season, the mental game of hunting, and how being honest about your screw-ups, your faith, and your potentially offensive jokes is the real badge of honor in the woods.

We also get into:

Why humor makes hunting better

What it’s like building a brand that doesn’t pretend to be elite

The hilarious (and sometimes unhinged) comments Dillon fields online

Stoicism, Jesus, and that one time a homeless guy humbled an emperor

The power of self-deprecation, Deer Camp comedy, and just being yourself

If you’ve ever missed a shot, doubted your place in the hunting world, or wondered if your goofy, camo-wearing self belongs, you’re not alone. You’re in damn good company among our two brands.

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Welcome Back!!  With whitetail season less than 75 days away, big bucks are filtering back into our dreams and daily thoughts. Season 2 of Dropping Pins is back!! We are excited to talk big bucks and hear from seasoned, mature buck killers on all the things that they are thinking, doing, and planning for this upcoming season, along with some amazing stories from past hunts that helped them elevate their whitetail skills. 

This episode is a recap of all the deer-related “stuff” that has kept Derek and family busy since last season, along with plans and ideas for this summer's scouting season and upcoming hunting season. Hopefully, this gets you excited for deer hunting and the great guests coming up soon!!

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We sat down with Austin Nicholas, aka Wilderness Father, to talk about raising kids through time outdoors. From hunting and fishing with his daughter to the viral moment that kicked off his content journey, Austin shares what it means to lean into hardship, stay humble, and keep showing up as a dad.

We cover everything from deer recovery and parenting screw-ups to why the "garbage time" matters just as much as the highlight reel.

If you’re a dad who hunts (or wants to), we think you'll enjoy this one!

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This week, we’re posted up in Oconomowoc with local hunter and filmmaker Brad Werwinski. We cover everything from hunting in the Dakotas to filming your hunts without overcomplicating it. Brad shares his go-to camera gear, and we get into packing tips, bow case hacks, muzzleloader mishaps, and why thermoses are clutch for late-season sits.

We also talk public land etiquette, bear hunting tactics, and the gear we’re loving right now, like Sitka’s mosquito and tick-resistant Equinox Guard and new saddle gear from Latitude. Plus, Foam Fest updates, filming plans, and some good ol’ Midwest deer camp talk.

No fluff. Just real hunts, hard-earned lessons, and a few laughs.

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He Quit His Job for Deer Camp

We cover bribing squirrels with honey buns, bucks at six yards, and the slow death of public land hunting camps.

A funny, honest convo about why we hunt, and what keeps us coming back.

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Meet Whitney Tram­mel, the strength coach-turned-elk­chaser behind the Wild Strength Podcast, from the Okayest Podcast Network.

We kick things off with her move from Texas to Colorado. Whitney breaks down why real backcountry balance isn’t built on a BOSU ball, how a bit of gym grit can keep your heart steady when the buck steps into range, and why she’d rather solo-hunt than rely on guides.

Along the way, we tackle identity, social media stereotypes, imposter syndrome after a failed season, and why tying self-worth to your harvest can backfire. Whitney even shares her top beginner tips and why strength—mental and physical—is the secret sauce for every hunter.

This episode is equal parts hunting tales, workout wisdom, and honest takes on what it means to be truly “wild strong.”

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Turkey season is over. Let's talk about deer.

This episode is all about summer deer prep. What to prioritize, how to make the best use of your summer, and why trail cams can be more misleading than helpful if you don’t know what you’re doing.

Eric and Derek get into summer bedding, aggressive moves, buck beds, rub lines, and the high-stakes game of sneaking into a setup without blowing your whole season with one wrong move. There’s also a canoe, a questionable rowboat journey, and a bunch of near-death parenting moments.

Grab a cold one, this one’s a ride.

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