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- Why Hunters Should Care About the Future of US Farmland w/ Jace Young | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 44
What happens to the land we love when farming stops making financial sense?
On this episode of the LandTrust Podcast, Nic sits down with Jace Young, founder and CEO of Legacy Farmer, to take a deeper look at the economics behind America’s farms and ranches, and why sportsmen should care.
Jace grew up on a large family farm in Western Kansas before working in agricultural banking. After seeing firsthand how financial stress, debt, and a lack of succession planning can threaten multi-generational farms, he eventually founded Legacy Farmer to help farmers and ranchers better understand the financial side of their operations.
In this episode:
- Why owning thousands of acres doesn't necessarily mean a farm or ranch is profitable
- The financial realities facing modern farmers and ranchers- Why succession planning is one of the biggest challenges facing rural America- What happens to land when the next generation isn't prepared to take over- Why hunters and outdoor enthusiasts should care about the economic health of working lands- How development and changing land ownership can impact rural communities and hunting access- Whether hunting and outdoor recreation can help make keeping land intact more economically viableJace shares some powerful stories from his time in agricultural banking, including what he witnessed when a fourth-generation Kansas farm ultimately filed bankruptcy.
For sportsmen, understanding that side of the equation may be just as important as understanding the wildlife and habitat on the other side of the fence.
#LandTrust #LandTrustPodcast #Hunting #FarmLand #Farmland #Agriculture #RuralAmerica #LandManagement #HuntingAccess #LegacyFarmer
Chapters
00:00 – Intro: Why Hunters Should Care About Farmland
01:18 – Jace Young’s Story & Legacy Farmer02:00 – Growing Up on a Multi-Generational Kansas Farm05:00 – What Happens When Farm Economics Break Down10:00 – The Financial Reality of Owning Farmland14:00 – The Succession Planning Crisis in Agriculture17:00 – What Happens When Farms Leave the Family19:00 – Losing Farmland & the Impact on Hunting Access23:00 – Why Farm & Ranch Ownership Is Often About Passion25:30 – A Family Farm’s Bankruptcy Story27:45 – The Challenge of Hard Family Conversations32:00 – Building a Sustainable Future for Working Lands36:00 – Can Hunting Help Keep Land Economically Viable?41:00 – Farm Subsidies: Who Needs Them?43:00 – What Sportsmen Should Take Away44:00 – The Legacy of the Land🔗 Follow:
The Legacy FarmerInstagram: instagram.com/jace.d.youngFacebook: facebook.com/legacyfarmerYouTube: youtube.com/c/jacedyounglegacyfarmer
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/legacy-farmer
Site: www.legacyfarmer.comLandTrustInstagram: instagram.com/landtrust_huntFacebook: facebook.com/landtrusthuntLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/landtrustincSite: landtrust.com
52 min - Private Land Turkey Hunting in Montana: DIY Success With LandTrust | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 43
Andrew ("The Flip Flop Guy") and Lauren Brown join Nic De Castro on the LandTrust Podcast to share their first season using LandTrust for DIY private land turkey hunting.
From calling in stubborn gobblers in Montana to learning directly from knowledgeable landowners, they break down what worked, what they'd do differently, and why private land access through LandTrust changed the way they plan hunts.
Whether you're planning your first DIY turkey hunt or looking for more access across the country, this episode is packed with practical tips and real hunting stories.
🎙️ In this episode:
- Andrew & Lauren's first season using LandTrust
- Hunting Montana turkey properties on private land- Why knowledgeable landowners are a game changer- DIY hunting vs. outfitters and public land- Booking multiple hunts across several states- Tips for first-time LandTrust users- The future of their World Slam plans- The story behind "The Flip Flop Guy"👍 Subscribe for More Outdoor Conversations
The LandTrust Podcast brings together founders, conservation leaders, landowners, and passionate hunters shaping the future of hunting and outdoor recreation.
#TurkeyHunting #LandTrust #DIYHunting #PrivateLand #TurkeySeason #HuntingPodcast #MontanaHunting #HuntTurkey #OutdoorPodcast #PublicLand #Conservation #TheFlipFlopGuy #LaurenBrown #NicDeCastro #Hunting
⏱️ Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:59 Meet Andrew & Lauren Brown02:27 Their First LandTrust Turkey Hunt08:38 Why LandTrust Landowners Stand Out10:31 Conservation & Giving Birds a Break12:00 Buck AI & Planning Your Hunt13:04 Lauren's Royal & Grand Slam Journey14:57 Lessons from the Black Ranch Hunt19:14 More Montana Hunts & Success Stories22:00 Tips for First-Time LandTrust Users24:53 Planning a World Slam with LandTrust27:00 DIY Private Land vs Outfitters & Public Land28:32 Meet "The Flip Flop Guy"30:35 Wild Game Cooking & Private Events32:00 Final Thoughts🔗 Follow:
Andy - The Flip Flop Guy
Instagram: instagram.com/theflipflopguy
Facebook: facebook.com/TheFlipFlopGuy
Site: www.theflipflopguy.com
Lauren Brown
instagram.com/laurenbrown8g
LandTrust
Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_huntFacebook: facebook.com/landtrusthuntLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc34 min - Turkey Hunting Across America: A LandTrust Success Story | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 42
What does a dream turkey season look like?
In this episode of the LandTrust Podcast, LandTrust Founder & CEO Nic De Castro sits down with longtime LandTrust customer Trey Thorsen to relive an incredible spring turkey season that took him across three states and three unique private properties.
From battling stubborn gobblers in Georgia, to hunting alongside welcoming landowners in Washington, to chasing Merriam's turkeys on the expansive Laurel Leaf Ranch in Wyoming, Trey shares the stories, challenges, and memorable moments that made this season one to remember.
🎯 What You'll Learn:
- Hunting private land in Georgia, Washington, and Wyoming
- Lessons from multiple turkey hunts across the country- Why local landowner knowledge matters- Merriam's, Rio Grande, and Eastern turkey hunting experiences- How LandTrust helps hunters access quality private land- What makes a hunt memorable beyond the harvest👇 Find your next hunt:
http://landtrust.com/🎙️ Subscribe for more conversations about hunting, conservation, land access, and the people shaping the future of the outdoors.
#TurkeyHunting #LandTrust #MerriamsTurkey #EasternTurkey #RioGrandeTurkey #PrivateLandHunting #TurkeySeason #HuntingPodcast #DIYHunting #TurkeyHunter #HuntPrivateLand #OutdoorPodcast
Chapters
00:00 Introduction & Meet Trey Thorsen
01:18 Planning a Multi-State Turkey Season04:42 First Stop: Georgia Turkey Hunt09:15 Lessons Learned Hunting New Ground13:37 Why Private Land Changes the Experience18:24 Washington Turkey Hunting Adventure24:08 Working with Local Landowners29:12 Finding Success on Unfamiliar Properties34:45 Wyoming Merriam's Turkey Hunt Begins40:21 Hunting Laurel Leaf Ranch in Wyoming46:53 What Makes a Great LandTrust Property52:14 The Value of Landowner Knowledge56:38 Three States, Three Turkeys, One Season01:01:27 Advice for DIY Turkey Hunters01:05:49 Final Thoughts & Favorite Memories🔗 Follow Us On Social:
Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_huntFacebook: facebook.com/landtrusthuntLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc40 min - Inside GoHunt: How Lorenzo Sartini Built the Zillow of Hunting | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 41
What does it take to build one of the most influential platforms in Western hunting?
In this episode of The LandTrust Podcast, Nic De Castro sits down with Lorenzo Sartini, Founder & CEO of GoHunt, to break down how he built a data-driven ecosystem that helps hunters plan, draw, and execute better hunts.From mapping and draw odds to e-commerce and AI-driven tools, Lorenzo shares how GoHunt evolved from a simple idea into a full-stack hunting platform, and where the future of hunting tech is headed.🎯 What You’ll Learn:- How GoHunt became the “Zillow of hunting”- The biggest challenges in Western tag draws and planning hunts- Why mapping alone is becoming a commodity- How AI could transform hunting mentorship and access- The role of data, gear, and ecosystem thinking in modern hunting- Where the hunting industry (and RecTech) is heading next#LandTrust #GoHunt #HuntingPodcast #WesternHunting #DIYHunting #HuntingTech #ElkHunting #DrawOdds #PublicLand #HuntPlanning⏱️ Chapters:00:00 Intro & guest overview01:00 Lorenzo’s background & early hunting experiences05:00 The idea that sparked GoHunt10:00 Taking the leap from casino job to startup14:00 What GoHunt is today17:00 Core business units (research, e-comm, applications)22:00 Why GoHunt added gear (e-commerce strategy)27:00 Mapping, mobile, and ecosystem integration32:00 The evolution of hunting tech (onX, mobile shift)37:00 The future: AI, mentorship, and access43:00 Challenges of building in a regulated industry48:00 Consolidation in hunting tech56:00 Final thoughts + where to find GoHunt📺 Subscribe for more:New Podcast episodes every other week featuring the industry pros, farmers, ranchers, and sportsmen who help shape the future of the outdoors.🔗 Follow:GoHUNTInstagram: instagram.com/gohuntFacebook: facebook.com/GOHUNTofficialLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/gohunt-llcWebsite: www.gohunt.comLandTrustInstagram: instagram.com/landtrust_huntFacebook: facebook.com/landtrusthuntLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/landtrustincWebsite: landtrust.com1 hr 3 min - Montana Working Ranch, Hunting Access, & Cattle Ops w/ Marsh Brothers | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 40What happens when a large Montana cattle ranch opens its gates to private hunting and recreation?In this episode of the LandTrust Podcast, Nic sits down with Brant and Clinton Marsh, the brothers behind 6C Cattle Ranch near the Clark Fork River in western Montana. They break down what it looks like to run a full-scale cattle and farming operation while also managing wildlife-rich ground now available for hunting and outdoor access.The conversation dives into elk and mule deer movement across irrigated pivots, predator pressure from wolves and coyotes, and how the ranch is evolving habitat to support both agriculture and wildlife. The Marsh brothers also share what they’ve learned transitioning into hosting guests... everything from shed hunting and camping access to what makes a respectful, successful experience on working ranch land.🎯 What You’ll Learn- How a working Montana ranch integrates hunting access into daily operations- What elk, mule deer, whitetail, and predator activity looks like on the ranch- How irrigation pivots and farm ground influence wildlife movement- Why habitat development is part of long-term ranch planning- What shed hunting and seasonal access look like for guests- What landowners value when hosting hunters on private ground🌎 Explore 6C Cattle Ranchhttps://landtrust.com/l/6c-cattle-ranch-north/69a1341b-1962-4089-860f-40d198663782https://landtrust.com/l/6c-cattle-ranch-south/69a1338b-2dd6-48fb-906e-231c992e07dd🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations with landowners, hunters, and conservation-minded ranches across the country.#LandTrustPodcast #MontanaRanch #HuntingAccess #ElkHunting #MuleDeerHunting #PrivateLandHunting #RanchLife #LandStewardship #ClarkForkRiver #HuntingMontana #ConservationHunting⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Intro: Montana ranch hunting access01:15 – Meet the Marsh brothers & 6C Cattle Ranch03:30 – From leased ranch to LandTrust listing06:00 – South vs. north side of the property breakdown08:20 – Elk herds, mule deer, and whitetail presence11:10 – Wolves, coyotes, and predator dynamics13:40 – Irrigation pivots and agricultural expansion16:30 – Fishing access on the Clark Fork River18:45 – Ranch history and multi-generation operations21:10 – Building wildlife habitat alongside farming23:00 – Hosting hunters and shed hunting season25:30 – What makes a good guest experience27:00 – Closing thoughts🔗 Follow LandTrust:Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_huntFacebook: facebook.com/landtrusthuntLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/landtrustincWebsite: landtrust.com26 min
- Private Land Hunting in Alabama | Landowner Perspective w/ Will Dixon | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 39
What does hunting access look like from the landowner’s side?
In this episode of the LandTrust Podcast, Nic sits down with landowner Will Dixon of Blue Springs Plantation in Clio, Alabama to talk about opening private land to hunters, managing property for wildlife, and what creates a great experience on both sides of the gate.Will shares his approach to land stewardship, expectations for hunters, and how private land access (when done right) benefits both landowners and the future of hunting.If you’ve ever considered booking a private land hunt or listing your own property, this episode gives you a real, on-the-ground perspective.🎯 What You’ll Learn- Why landowners open their property to hunters- What makes a hunting property stand out- How land stewardship impacts wildlife and hunting success- Expectations landowners have for respectful hunters- The role of trust in private land accessExplore Will's Property👉 http://landtrust.com/l/blue-springs-plantation/698e57fd-cda9-4787-bbe3-9fff3660196a🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on hunting, land access, and conservation.#LandTrustPodcast #PrivateLandHunting #HuntPrivate #AlabamaHunting #Landowner #LandStewardship #HuntingAccess #WildlifeHabitat #HuntingLand #Conservation⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Introduction01:40 – Meet Will Dixon & Blue Springs Plantation05:20 – Opening private land to hunting10:15 – Managing land for wildlife16:30 – What hunters should know before booking22:10 – Building trust between landowners and hunters28:45 – The future of private land access34:00 – Closing thoughts🔗 Follow LandTrust:Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_huntFacebook: facebook.com/landtrusthuntLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/landtrustincWebsite: landtrust.com41 min - Father-Daughter Hunting Story: Ruby’s First Hunt & Lessons Learned | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 38A first hunt is something you never forget, especially when it’s shared with your dad.In this episode of the LandTrust Podcast, Ruby De Castro shares the story of her hunting journey and the experience of hunting alongside her father. From stepping into the outdoors for the first time to the lessons learned in the field, this conversation highlights the importance of family, mentorship, and passing down hunting traditions.Whether you're a new hunter, a parent introducing someone to hunting, or someone who values time outdoors, this episode captures what hunting is really about... connection, experience, and legacy.🎯 What You’ll Learn:- What it’s like going on your first hunt- The role of family in hunting traditions- Lessons learned from hunting with a parent- How new hunters build confidence in the field- Why mentorship matters in hunting- The emotional side of hunting experiences🔔 Subscribe to the LandTrust Podcast for weekly conversations on hunting strategy, private land access, conservation, and outdoor entrepreneurship.Want to book your own private land hunt?👉 https://landtrust.com#Hunting #FirstHunt #FatherDaughter #HuntingFamily #NewHunter #HuntingLife #OutdoorLife #HuntingStories #Mentorship #HuntPrivate #LandTrust⏱️ Chapters:00:00 - Introduction02:10 - Meet Ruby De Castro05:45 - Getting Started in Hunting11:20 - Preparing for the First Hunt17:30 - Hunting with Her Dad24:10 - Lessons Learned in the Field30:05 - Building Confidence as a New Hunter35:40 - The Importance of Mentorship41:15 - Reflections & Takeaways🔗 Follow LandTrust:Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_huntFacebook: facebook.com/landtrusthuntLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/landtrustincWebsite: landtrust.com21 min
- Father & Son Kansas Turkey Hunt Success - Youth Eastern Gobbler | LandTrust Ep. 37A one-day turkey hunt. An 11-year-old hunter. And a gobbler on the ground just 15 minutes after shooting light.In Episode 37 of the LandTrust Podcast, David and his son Drake share their unforgettable spring turkey hunt in southeast Kansas. After flooding wiped out their original plans, they booked a private land hunt through LandTrust, and everything came together exactly how every turkey hunter hopes it will.From roost gobbles at fly-down to a textbook setup without decoys, this episode covers youth turkey hunting, private land access, and why controlled hunting environments can create safer, more meaningful experiences for kids.If you’re preparing for turkey season or looking for a father-son hunting story that hits home, this one delivers.🎯 What You’ll Learn- How to plan a successful one-day turkey hunt- Why private land access can improve youth hunting success- Eastern turkey hunting tactics in Kansas- When to call and when to let gobblers work- The safety and experience advantages of day-lease hunting- How LandTrust supports conservation through Turkeys for Tomorrow🌎 Find Your Next Turkey HuntExplore private land turkey properties in Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and beyond:👉 https://landtrust.com🔔 Subscribe for weekly hunting stories, strategy, private land access tips, and conservation conversations.#TurkeyHunting #YouthHunting #FatherSonHunt #EasternTurkey #KansasTurkey #LandTrustPodcast #SpringTurkey #PrivateLandAccess #HuntPrivate #Gobblers⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Five Star Stories Intro01:00 – Why they booked private land in Kansas02:30 – Scouting the property with digital maps05:15 – Morning setup & roost gobbles06:00 – 15 minutes after shooting light07:30 – The shot on a strutting Eastern gobbler09:30 – Youth turkey hunting & subspecies goals12:00 – Father-son hunting perspective14:30 – Turkeys for Tomorrow partnership🔗 Follow & Learn MoreInstagram: instagram.com/landtrust_huntFacebook: facebook.com/landtrusthuntLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/landtrustincWebsite: landtrust.com16 min
- Late Season Turkey Hunt Success in Tennessee & Private Land Strategy | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 36
What happens when you sleep in your ground blind the night before a turkey hunt?
In Episode 36 of the LandTrust Podcast, Dan Chumbler shares his late-season Eastern turkey hunt at Ohana Ranches in Tennessee, and how collaboration with a landowner led to a perfectly executed hunt plan.Dan (CEO of Tethered and former MeatEater executive) breaks down his strategy for hunting pressured birds, why patience matters during late season turkey hunting, and how private land access changes the entire experience compared to heavily hunted public land.This episode covers practical turkey hunting tactics, private land access, conservation partnerships, and how hunters can leverage local intel for more success.If you're preparing for turkey season or looking for private land hunting opportunities, this one’s for you.🎯 What You’ll Learn- Late season turkey hunting tactics that actually work- How to hunt pressured gobblers on private land- Why sleeping in your ground blind can improve success- The advantage of collaborating with landowners- Differences between public land vs private land turkey hunting- How conservation partnerships like Turkeys for Tomorrow support habitat🔔 Subscribe to the LandTrust Podcast for weekly conversations on hunting strategy, private land access, conservation, and outdoor entrepreneurship.Looking for your own private land turkey hunt?👉 https://landtrust.com/turkey#LandTrustPodcast #HuntPrivate #PrivateLandAccess #TurkeyHunting #LateSeasonTurkey #PrivateLandHunting #EasternTurkey #HuntingStrategy #TurkeysForTomorrow #GroundBlind #HuntingPodcast⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Welcome & Five Star Stories Series01:05 – Booking a private land turkey hunt in Tennessee02:10 – Sleeping in a ground blind overnight05:00 – Late season turkey hunting strategy06:30 – Calling sparingly & patient setups07:45 – The silent gobbler encounter09:30 – Hunting collaboration with landowners12:00 – Turkeys for Tomorrow conservation partnership13:15 – Using LandTrust for whitetail, shed hunting & fishing16:00 – How landowners can list their property🔗 Follow & Learn MoreTethrdInstagram: instagram.com/tethrdnationFacebook: facebook.com/tethrdnationYouTube: youtube.com/@TethrdNationWebsite: tethrd.comLandTrustInstagram: instagram.com/landtrust_huntFacebook: facebook.com/landtrusthuntLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/landtrustincWebsite: landtrust.com18 min - Women in Conservation, Outdoor Leadership & Protecting Wildlife | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 3
In this episode of the LandTrust Podcast, we’re joined by Lesli Allison of Western Landowners Alliance to discuss conservation leadership, wildlife policy, and the role private landowners play in protecting working lands and wildlife.
Lesli shares her experience advocating for land stewardship across the West, navigating the outdoor and conservation space as a leader, and building coalitions that connect landowners, conservationists, and outdoor recreation. This conversation explores the challenges facing private land conservation today, the importance of access and trust, and how organizations like Western Landowners Alliance are shaping the future of conservation.If you’re interested in wildlife conservation, land stewardship, outdoor policy, and the evolving role of leadership in the outdoor industry, this episode delivers valuable insight.🎯 What You’ll Learn- How Western Landowners Alliance supports private land conservation- The role of landowners in wildlife and habitat protection- Key policy challenges affecting conservation today- Why leadership and collaboration matter in conservation- The future of stewardship on working lands🔔 Subscribe to the LandTrust YouTube Channel for weekly conversations on land access, conservation, and outdoor innovation.#LandTrustPodcast #WesternLandownersAlliance #WomenInConservation #WildlifeConservation #LandStewardship #PrivateLandConservation #OutdoorPolicy #ConservationLeadership #WorkingLands #WildlifePolicy #OutdoorIndustry #ConservationPodcast⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Welcome to the LandTrust Podcast02:05 – Lesli Allison & Western Landowners Alliance06:45 – Conservation leadership and advocacy12:30 – Wildlife policy and private land challenges18:40 – Stewardship, access, and collaboration25:10 – Engaging broader audiences in conservation31:20 – The future of land stewardship37:00 – Closing thoughts🔗 Follow & Learn MoreWestern Landowners AllianceInstagram: instagram.com/westernlandownersFacebook: facebook.com/westernlandownersallianceYouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCoOo4GTnhZcvZ8wHNLzD6lALinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/western-landowners-alliance/Website: westernlandowners.orgLandTrustInstagram: instagram.com/landtrust_huntFacebook: facebook.com/landtrusthuntLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/landtrustincWebsite: landtrust.com1 hr 7 min
About The LandTrust Podcast
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The LandTrust Podcast explores the intersection of land technology and outdoor experiences. Hosted by LandTrust, a platform connecting landowners with outdoor enthusiasts for activities like hunting,…
fishing, and camping, the podcast dives into innovative solutions for land access, conservation, and recreation. Each episode features insights from experts, landowners, and adventurers, highlighting how technology is transforming the way we engage with the outdoors.