Justin loses it as we dive into the total collapse of bowhunting ethics, calling out the channels that normalize terrible, long-range shots. We passionately debate why hunters are moving away from the "20 yards, perfect angle" standard and relying on recovery crutches like drones. If you care about the future of ethical hunting, this is a must-watch conversation!

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This week on the Watering Hole Podcast, the guys are fired up—Justin is fresh off a Kansas public land buck, Todd is officially tagged out, and the rut chaos has taken over everywhere.

Justin breaks down six straight days of grinding out Kansas walk-in ground, scouting miles of public, finding fresh sign, rattling encounters, running into other hunters, and finally getting the perfect rut shot on his biggest buck ever.
Todd shares the story behind his double buck season, plus an unexpected coyote encounter that sent him down a gear-buying rabbit hole.

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Todd Graf is fresh off one of his craziest ruts ever—tagging out on two big Illinois bucks in just a few days! In this milestone 50th episode, Todd and Ben recap both hunts, share how high winds, changing temps, and quick adjustments paid off, and dive into what’s still to come this November. The guys talk rut timing, trail cam patterns, gear must-haves for cold sits, and how to stay in the game mentally as the season wears on.

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 The rut is here, and the chaos is real! Todd, Justin, and Ben dive into the highs and lows of November deer hunting — from early morning anxiety and e-bike adventures to public land struggles, scouting stories, and prepping for big trips out west. Justin’s headed to Kansas, Todd’s dealing with deer drama at home, and the guys debate everything from saddle setups to why hunters really search harder for a 150” buck than a doe. 

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The rut is heating up, and this week’s episode of The Watering Hole is packed with wild stories from the woods.

With Todd still chasing mule deer in Colorado, Justin and Ben break down one of the craziest weekends of the season — from quiet sits and zero wind to back-to-back shots, bad hits, and a long night of tracking. Joey’s rollercoaster hunt has it all: a gut check moment, drone talk, and a tracking dog adventure that ends with one buck recovered and one still missing.

Plus, Justin shares the story behind The Willand Buck, a 10-year-old Illinois legend finally tagged by his longtime hunting buddy, Mike. From over a decade of trail cam pics to shed antlers and countless encounters, this is a deer story you won’t forget.

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The countdown to November is on, and the Bowhunt or Die crew is fired up for the pre-rut! In this week’s episode, Todd, Justin, and the guys dive into their late-October gameplans — from all-day sits and calling strategies to how cold fronts, trail-cam data, and shifting deer patterns are setting up for an incredible rut.

They talk target bucks, travel hunts, and what it takes to grind through those long days in the stand. Plus, a few laughs about wild hunting stories, near misses, and even a nudist music festival you won’t believe!

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In this week’s episode of The Watering Hole, the guys talk through one of the toughest parts of bowhunting — losing a deer. From shot placement and blood trailing to using tracking apps and recovery dogs, this conversation dives deep into what every bowhunter eventually faces.

Plus, we look ahead to an upcoming Colorado hunt, talk drought conditions, early October movement, and even some ATA trade show news. Packed with real talk, lessons learned, and plenty of humor along the way

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In this episode of The Watering Hole, the crew breaks down Ben’s off-camera buck story, self-filming struggles, and the chaos of trying to balance hunting season with real life. From KFC dinners to GoPro fails, this one has it all.

Plus, Mike Fitzgerald joins the table fresh from Minnesota as the guys talk about the cold front rolling in, Levi Morgan’s Pennsylvania giant, Paul Morrison’s Alaska moose, and why tree stand safety isn’t a joke.

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Opening day is here, and the guys are gearing up for another deer season! In this episode of The Watering Hole, Todd shares the bittersweet story of pulling his last trail camera from the Stockton farm, along with some unforgettable footage from the waterhole. Justin and Todd dive into their favorite hunting gear they can’t live without—from trusty releases to the Mystery Ranch bow case—and how they’re tweaking their filming setups with DJI cameras, GoPros, and tree arm mounts.

Along the way, you’ll hear scouting updates, fresh scrapes, acorns dropping everywhere, and even a hilarious story about Joey’s bow release mishap. The crew also covers early season strategy, wind and weather, scent control, and the anticipation of opening day success.

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Welcome back to The Watering Hole Podcast! In this episode, the crew covers everything from acorns dropping and deer movement to trail camera frustrations and even a record-breaking raccoon. We dive into the final countdown to opening day, share stories about gear mishaps in the rain, and debate broadheads, arrows, and the never-ending conversation about lighted nocks.

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