Persistence Outdoors

Persistence Outdoors

By Samuel AllredSports
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Persistence Outdoors episodes

  • 14 | Three Functional Exercises for Hunters

    As we head into the new year, you might be thinking about your fitness goals and how to achieve them. In this podcast, we cover:


    • hunting-specific fitness goals (going where we want and preventing injury)
    • three main exercises
    • why running isn't the best way to train for hunting
    • losing excess body fat
    • staying active and finding something you enjoy


      • Happy New Year!




      22 min
    • 13 | How to Hunt Year Round

      The peak of hunting season has past. But does that mean you have to wait until spring or fall to hunt again? No way.


      Most states have year round hunting opportunities. You just have to find them!


      In this episode we talk about species that have generous or even year round seasons in most states. (Coyotes are #1 on the list). We also cover how to find year round hunting opportunities in your state and unit.







      25 min
    • 12 | Postseason Gear Care

      Over time, leather boots will dry and crack, guns will rust, tents will mold, rain gear will stop repelling rain — the list goes on.


      Thankfully, there's something you can do about it.


      At the end of the season, or even after every hunt, make sure to clean, restore, and protect your gear for the best performance and longevity. In this episode we'll cover common gear items and how to care for them.


      Products mentioned:


      Nikwax waterproofing products

      SNO - SEAL wax for leather

      Hoppes No. 9 Gun Bore Cleaner



      29 min
    • 10 | Road Kill - Take It or Leave It?
      If you've ever been tempted to pick up road kill, this is the podcast for you. We get into
      • my recent street meat story
      • how to tell if road kill is good
      • how to harvest road kill
      Do you have a hot take on road kill or your own road kill story? Let me know in the comments below or send me an email at [email protected].
      21 min
    • 9 | Best (and Worst) Shot Angles on Big Game
      Have you ever passed on an animal because you didn't have the right shot angle? It's unlikely that you'll get a broadside opportunity every time. In this episode we talk about:
      • what you want your shot to achieve
      • what you're trying to hit on a big game animal
      • what you're trying to avoid
      • all the shot angles
      • when the animal is getting away
      • shooting steeply up or down
      • shot placement on bears
      It all comes down to your skill as a shooter, your weapon, and your load.
      33 min
    • 8 | When to Pass on a Shot

      Sometimes, you just need to pass on the shot. We'll explore a number scenarios and reasons for not pulling the trigger. Topics include:


      • safety
      • target identification
      • shot angle
      • getting steady
      • moving animals
      • stacked animals
      • shooting at the range vs. in the field
      • animal recovery
      • bad conditions
      • when your heart's not in it


        • Thinking through these scenarios ahead of time will help prepare you to make the right decision in the heat of the moment.

        27 min
      • 7 | The .30-06 for Your First Big Game Rifle?

        Today I'm talking about a cartridge that's nearly 120 years old but still relevant today: the .30-06. The characteristics of the .30-06 make it perfect for your first big game hunting rifle. That's why I chose it for mine. I discuss:


        • affordable and readily available ammo
        • manageable recoil
        • hunting elk with the .30-06
        • why the .30-06 works well with cup-and-core bullets
        • the .30-06 vs. the .308
        • maximum point blank range
        • bullet weights
        • ammo capacity and feeding
        • other great cartridges for your first big game rifle


          • After reviewing the cartridge, I like the .30-06 even more. There's not much it can't do.

          25 min
        • 6 | Gift Ideas for Hunters 2024

          As a hunter, I'm always looking forward to the next season. Which reminds me – the holidays are coming up! In this episode, I give you 10 hunting-related gift ideas to help you kill it this holiday season.


          1. Knives
          2. Knife sharpener
          3. Headlamp
          4. Vacuum sealer
          5. Cooler
          6. Bino harness
          7. Scope tools & accessories
          8. Electronic ear protection
          9. Game calls
          10. Emergency gear for their truck


            11. My (unpaid) recommendations:

            • Opinel Knives⁠
            • Worksharp Guided Field Sharpener⁠
            • Black Diamond Storm 450 Headlamp⁠


              • 32 min
            • 5 | How to Get a Deer Out of the Woods

              You've got a deer down. How do you get it back to the truck? In this episode I weigh the pros and cons of:


              • dragging a deer
              • carrying it out whole
              • using a cart or wagon
              • quartering and packing it out (my favorite method)


                • Whatever method you use, you'll be much happier if you're strong and fit. Start training today!

                19 min

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              Persistence Outdoors is geared towards new and intermediate hunters. Topics include big- and small-game hunting, hiking, camping, backpacking, choosing gear, processing wild game, firearms, and…