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Why do people crave being unique? Are the Ozarks Unique? Does it matter?? We talk about it and we even got our infamous producer Dan to jump on the show to get the conversation started Enjoy!

On today's episode we're discussing the "unique-ness" of the Ozarks and answering questions like:

We intentionally left a lot on the table for this subject, but we discussed a few examples in 4 categories to approach the subject (though there are many more, of course): People Groups, Architecture, Customs, and Stories. Enjoy!

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The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.

Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)

AND our producer is Daniel Matthews

Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton

Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast

PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: [email protected]

Vortex Optics - Industry Leading Scopes, Rangefinders, and Binoculars

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Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off

Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% off

We're revisiting our episode with Rick Spicer from last year with a condensed version that focuses on Rick's pursuit of an outdoor experience rather than a result as well as his skill in building high-functioning hunting equipment and surviving a season of "Alone" the TV show. Enjoy!

SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station

The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.

Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)

AND our producer is Daniel Matthews

Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton

Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast

PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: [email protected]

Vortex Optics - Industry Leading Scopes, Rangefinders, and Binoculars

Küat Racks - High Performing Vehicle Racks

Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off

Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% off

We're joined by the legendary Riverman of the Kings River, Mr. Doug Allen, to breakdown the season by season life cycle of Ozark rivers and creeks as well as to discuss his tips and tactics for fishing them, what types of bait fish to look for, and the importance of riparian health in keeping a balanced river ecosystem. Enjoy!

Doug's Book: The Riverman's Guide to the Kings River

SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station

The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.

Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)

AND our producer is Daniel Matthews

Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton

Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast

PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: [email protected]

Vortex Optics - Industry Leading Scopes, Rangefinders, and Binoculars

Küat Racks - High Performing Vehicle Racks

Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off

Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% off

We're looking back on our last 6 episodes and discussing some of our favorite moments from them: 1) White Bass 2) Feral Hog Eradication 3) Forest Conservation AND 4) Turkey Calling. Enjoy!

SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station

The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.

Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)

AND our producer is Daniel Matthews

Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton

Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast

PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: [email protected]

Vortex Optics - Industry Leading Scopes, Rangefinders, and Binoculars

Küat Racks - High Performing Vehicle Racks

Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off

Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% off

We talk gobblers with the most famous turkey hunter in the world (according to Google), Mr. Ray Eye. In this episode you'll hear stories from Ray's hunts with legendary hunters, why he loves the Ozarks the most, and learn how to do a proper gobbler yelp (which Ray admits to using 90% of the time over a hen yelp). Enjoy!

SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station

The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.

Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)

AND our producer is Daniel Matthews

Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton

Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast

PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: [email protected]

Küat Racks - High Performing Vehicle Racks

Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off

Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% off

Cache River Leather - Discount Code: 'OZARK10' for 10% off

We met up with White River super guide and friend, Steve Dally to discuss the highly anticipated periodical Cicada Hatch that last appeared 13 years ago in 2011. We discuss Steve's research on where he hypothesizes the bugs will be, what features to look for, and what type of setup he'll be using over the next 6 weeks. Enjoy!

Episode mentioned: Ep. 38 - Hopper Fishing

SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station

The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.

Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)

AND our producer is Daniel Matthews

Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton

Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast

PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: [email protected]

Küat Racks - High Performing Vehicle Racks

Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off

Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% off

Cache River Leather - Discount Code: 'OZARK10' for 10% off

We got to sit down with social media star and outdoor chef Cooking with Cajun to discuss his philosophy on food, heritage, and identity all while he was cooking us up some wild turkey (and yes, even some of his world famous MF Conebread). We discuss the ability of food to connect people from different backgrounds, why he chooses to live the lifestyle he does, and how his internet career took off. Enjoy!

SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station

The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.

Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)

AND our producer is Daniel Matthews

Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton

Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast

PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries:

Küat Racks - High Performing Vehicle Racks

Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off

Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% off

Cache River Leather - Discount Code: 'OZARK10' for 10% off

We're joined by award-winning owl hooter Camron Tidwell to walk us through his tactics for hunting turkeys in the Ozarks. We discuss scouting strategy, when the right time to call is, and the importance of having a hunting buddy. We're also fortunate enough to have Camron show us some of his hootin', what a treat! Enjoy.

SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station

The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.

Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)

AND our producer is Daniel Matthews

Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton

Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast

PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries:

Küat Racks - High Performing Vehicle Racks

Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off

Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'OZARKAIR' for 12% off

Cache River Leather - Discount Code: 'OZARK10' for 10% off

We're joined by Arkansas State Director of The Nature Conservancy, Roger Mangham, to discuss the health of our forests, the need for prescribed fire on the landscape, and what the future of forestry looks like in the Ozarks. Enjoy!

SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station

The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman.

Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett)

AND our producer is Daniel Matthews

Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton

Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast

PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: