The Life Outdoorz's podcast

In this conversation, Jason Phelps, CEO and founder of Phelps Game Calls, shares his journey from a passionate hunter to an innovative entrepreneur in the game call industry, emphasizing the importance of quality and personal growth. He also discusses his faith journey and how it has influenced his life and business, highlighting the significance of leading by example and the revival of faith among men in the hunting community. The conversation explores the evolving nature of ministry and the role of the institutional church in reaching people today. Jason Phelps shares his personal journey of faith and the importance of community and support in the Christian walk.

Takeaways

• Innovative game calls enhance hunting
• Faith influences personal and professional growth Evolving ministry approaches
• Importance of community support

Chapters

• 00:00 The Journey of a Hunter
• 02:51 Engineering Game Calls for Success
• 05:57 Understanding Elk Behavior and Calling Techniques
• 09:06 The Changing Dynamics of Elk Hunting
• 12:00 Faith and Personal Transformation
• 18:01 The Revival of Faith in the Hunting Community
• 25:59 The Changing Landscape of Ministry
• 31:16 Finding Community in Faith
• 36:39 The Journey of Personal Refinement
• 41:42 Navigating Parenting and Faith

Nate Sits down and talks about IP 28, and other issues Affecting Oregon Hunters.

In this Episode Nate and Trent talk about IP 28 and other Oregon Hunting Issues.

In this episode, we’re leaving the flatlands behind and heading into the rugged, timbered heart of Southern Oregon. Spring bear hunting in the Cascades isn’t just a hunt—it’s a chess match played against steep terrain and a receding snowline.

​We’re breaking down the specific strategies needed to find success in the Rogue, Dixon, and Applegate units. From the deep, heat-sink canyons of the Rogue River to the high-alpine basins where the big boars follow the elk calves in June, we cover the exact "where" and "when" of the Southern Oregon green-up.

​What You’ll Learn:

​The River-to-Ridge Strategy: Why your April should start in the canyon bottoms and how to track the snowline as the season progresses.

​Terrain Traps: Identifying topographic "benches" and micro-meadows that hold bears in the thick Southern Oregon brush.

​The Glassing Game: Why a tripod is your most valuable piece of gear and how to spot the "shimmer" of a bear in the heavy timber.

​Local Legends: Understanding the high probability of color-phase bears in our region and how to field-judge a trophy boar versus a sow.

​The 2026 Checklist: Mandatory ODFW check-in rules, tooth extraction tips, and the "Prop the Jaw" trick every hunter should know.

​Whether you’re battling the poison oak in the lower canyons or glassing the high rocky balds, this episode is your tactical roadmap for one of the most challenging seasons in the Pacific Northwest.

​Gear Up. Sit Still. Watch the Green.

​Available on all major streaming platforms.

Step into the wild with "Life Outdoorz," a podcast that explores the intersection of faith, nature, and the pressing issues facing our natural world. In this episode, we dive deep into the controversial IP 28, also known as the "Peace Act," a radical piece of legislation in Oregon that aims to redefine our relationship with animals by potentially banning hunting and all human-animal interaction.

Join our host, a lifelong outdoorsman, conservationist, and former forest firefighter with over 50 years of experience in the Oregon wilderness, as he unpacks the ideology behind this movement. We’ll move beyond the headlines to examine:

• The "Rot" in Modern Ideology: Why radical measures like IP 28 are gaining traction and what they reveal about our current cultural landscape.

• The Power of Observation: A look at how decades of firsthand experience in the woods often contradicts modern biological theories, using the historical management of coyote and deer populations as a prime example.

• The "World Matrix" vs. The Wilderness: Exploring how modern society builds a "cage of comfort" that separates us from the raw, spiritual truth found only in nature.

• Faith in the Wild: Discovering how the wilderness acts as a mirror, stripping us down to "bone and spirit" to hear the "King speak".

This isn't just a hobby; it’s a proving ground. It's time to wake the wild within and claim your place in the King's domain.

Joe Lewis is know for be a super efficient cougar hunter. in this episode we talk about the evolution of his cougar hunting methods.

The Question needs to be asked! Does ODFW need more money? Where does their funding come from? Where is their funding dispersed? And whats the ROI for Oregon Sportsman.

In this episode Nate tries to wade through all the regulation changes next year will bring to Oregon's Rifle Mule Deer season. He looks at why we needed to change. How the Change came about. Nate then offers a few suggestions on strategies of how to apply for the any weapon season.

We are excited to join forces with the OFHFpodcast! From now on, this podcast feed of The Life Outdoorz podcast will post special episodes and bonus content, while our main podcast feed will be over at the Oregon First Hunting and Fishing Podcast. Check it out!

Hunting Insights and Planning

- Provides information on hunting, accessible through the life outdoors dot Oregon website.

- Focuses on building a program to connect hunting with church, exploring the reasons and methods behind hunting.

- Emphasizes experiencing the world to understand more about Christ.

Strategies for Effective Elk Hunting

- Discusses the importance of understanding wind patterns and approach strategies when hunting in areas with long ridgelines and deep canyons.

- Highlights the disadvantage of approaching a bull uphill, as they are more likely to spot movement.

- Emphasizes the need for ambush points and scouting to get close enough for a shot.

Understanding Elk Behavior and Habitat

- Explains that elk tend to stay in shaded areas with nearby feed during hot days, and that cows lead the group to bedding areas.

- Highlights the significance of understanding where elk have been using the areas throughout the summer.

- Discusses how rain and mushroom growth can influence elk movement, but they will always return to areas with rubs.

Developing and Sticking to a Hunting Plan

- Stresses the importance of creating a hunting plan with multiple potential areas and avoiding second-guessing unless food or pressure changes.

- Suggests using trail cameras to aid in planning and emphasizes the value of persistence in an area with elk sign.

- Highlights that sometimes success requires patience and sticking to the plan, rather than constantly changing strategies.

Preparation for Elk Hunting Success

- Highlights the need to physically prepare for the demands of elk hunting, including carrying a good pack and getting in shape.

- Suggests scouting and camping in the summer to prepare for the elk season and avoid the temptation of camp during hunting.

- Emphasizes maximizing the hunting experience by planning and preparing thoroughly.