the.deercamp.podcast

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the.deercamp.podcast episodes

October 18, 2024#46 - The Mobile Deer Camp Tour: Ep. 2 at the Deerhunter Podcast deer camp
On today's episode of the.deercamp.podcast, we are back in the studio talking with my good friends Cory Franceus, Matt Zahl, Jeff Lipple, and Jared Van Hees. We spent this past weekend at deer camp hosted by the Deerhunter Podcast. We discuss:
Close encounters with bucks!

Deer Camp camaraderie shines

Bigfoot or bear?

Beefing up pre-hunt scouting

Learning from mistakes

The community aspect of deer camp
And so much more!

Connect:
-https://www.instagram.com/hutchy.outdoors/
43 min
October 11, 2024#45 - Cory Franceus: Killing the first buck with a bow on his brand new property and getting ready for Michigan deer camp!
On today's episode of the.deercamp.podcast, we are back in the studio talking with my good friend Cory Franceus. Cory is a fellow Michigander who manages his property in southern Michigan where he just killed the first buck on it. We discuss:
Corey's first buck with a bow

The "Crabs" buck saga with a twist

Real-time decision-making in the blind

Lessons learned tracking a hit deer

Tense tracking of a hit buck

Adjusting Tactics in response to hunting pressure

Strategy shift brings ice-fishing success

And so much more!

Connect:
-https://www.instagram.com/hutchy.outdoors/
31 min
October 04, 2024#44: A high speed police chase ended in my food plot the night before opener and recapping my first hunt of the year with my son!
On today's episode of the.deercamp.podcast, we are doing a little bit different of an episode. I sat down with my son to talk about our first hunt of the year together and we go over a wild story that happened right outside of my literal back door. We discuss:
Shane's first thrilling hunt

First doe hunt excitement

Unexpected beach trip at camp

Night races on bikes with headlamps

Up-close elk and bear sightings

Kids' love for junk food & Prime

Opener disrupted by an unexpected chase

Trespasser caught on trail cam and ring camera

Surprise visit by 'calvary' of cops

Pursuit of the mystery swamp vehicle

Midnight call sparks police drama

And so much more!

Connect:
-https://www.instagram.com/hutchy.outdoors/
14 min
September 27, 2024#43 - Jake Bush: Getting his wife on a 150" ohio giant, Hunting the open country in Kansas, and balancing family and hunting
On today's episode of the.deercamp.podcast, we sit down with Jake Bush. Jake is a certified big-buck killer and is a master when it comes to hunting hill country. We discuss:
Jake Bush's most memorable hunts

Nostalgic first deer memory

Balancing hunting with family life

The allure of hunting in Kansas

The philosophy of "less is more" in hunting

Importance of hunting companions

Family over field triumphs

Discussing the balance of hunting & fatherhood

Jake's hunting ambitions

And so much more!

Connect:
-https://www.instagram.com/hutchy.outdoors/
42 min
September 20, 2024#42 - Aaron Bleise: Michigan deer drives, huting with dad, and the "Super 6"
On today's episode of the.deercamp.podcast, we sit down with Aaron Bleise. Aaron is a repeat guest and a good friend of the podcast. We discuss:
Aaron revisits his hunting origins

Entertaining deer drive reminiscence

The challenges of stalking the "Super 6"

An eight-point tale from the rooftop

The first deer with Dad

vivid deer camp memories

The evolution of hunting podcasts

Hunting tactics and ethics debates
And so much more!

Connect:
-https://www.instagram.com/hutchy.outdoors/
1 hr 29 min
September 13, 2024#41 - Greg Litzinger: Chasing giant 6 points, hunting the Atlantic coast salt marshes, and hunting October over November
On today's episode of the.deercamp.podcast, we sit down with Greg Litzinger. Greg is a marsh hunter from New Jersey who is just one of those guys who knows how to get it done anywhere he goes. We discuss:
Post-surgery recovery

Re-learning to shoot

Safety vs. passion for hunting

Unique aspects of salt marsh hunting

October hunts over November hunts

The Big Six

The challenges of late-season hunting

Stories of close encounters and memorable bucks

The contrast in hunting methods over the years

Elk hunting dreams and DIY experiences

Chasing mountain goats and future hunts
And so much more!

Connect:
-https://www.instagram.com/hutchy.outdoors/
1 hr 4 min
September 06, 2024#40 - Hunting season can't come soon enough: Looking ahead to the fall with Matt Zahl
On today's episode of the.deercamp.podcast, we sit down with repeat guest Matt Zahl. Matt and I got together a couple of weeks back to take care of some last-minute habitat and tree work on his property. Today we will be diving into the transformation We discuss:
Deer habitat transformation

Selective logging benefits

Last-second apple trees

Weather woes and food plot drama

Reciprocity in the hunting community

Anticipation of bear hunting season

The impact of weather on deer habits

Trading Sitka for Asio
And so much more!

Connect:
-https://www.instagram.com/hutchy.outdoors/
41 min
August 30, 2024#39 - Ducks and Bucks: Pre-season prep for all species with Al Tomechko and Brian Halblieb
On today's episode of the.deercamp.podcast, we sit down with repeat guests Al Tomechko and Brian Halblieb. Al is the owner of Vitalize Seed co and Brian is co-host of the Habitat podcast and host of a brand new podcast, Migration Waterfowl. We discuss:
Deep dive into no-till farming

Insights on waterfowl and migration

Vitalize Seed's innovative approaches

The importance of conservation in hunting

Balancing the use of herbicides with conservation

The success of clover and chicory mix on logging roads

Impact of drought on food plots
And so much more!

Connect:
-https://vitalizeseed.com
-https://www.youtube.com/@migrationwaterfowl
-https://www.instagram.com/hutchy.outdoors/
56 min
August 23, 2024#38 - So you want to work in the Hunting Industry: a behind the scenes look at running a media company in the outdoor industry with Lucas Jones of brokenstraw media
On today's episode of the.deercamp.podcast, we sit down with the producer of our show, Lucas Jones. Lucas owns brokenstraw media and works with us and several other podcasts and brands across the hunting industry. We discuss:
Prepping to film an Arizona elk hunt

Getting his start in the outdoor industry

What it's actually like working for a hunting company during hunting season

The best thing you can do when first starting to film/edit

His time working for Exodus Outdoor gear

Starting his own podcast/YouTube for YouTube education for the hunting industry

Starting a hunting sticker company

Making custom logos

Consulting and editing for YouTube
And so much more!

Connect:
-https://www.instagram.com/brokenstraw_media/
-https://www.instagram.com/backwoodsstickerco/
-https://www.instagram.com/hutchy.outdoors/
1 hr
August 16, 2024#37 - Building the ultimate mobile hunting trailer with Josh Arbogast
On today's episode of the.deercamp.podcast, we sit down with repeat guest Josh Arbogast. We discuss:
Stealth Camper Trailer Customization

Adding a Direct Vent Propane Heater

Portable Air Conditioning Unit

Compact Camping Trailer Features

Campground Dump Station Nightmare

Successful Trail Camera Shift for Buck Tracking

Taking Note of Specific Deer Patterns

Hunting Season Challenges and Adaptations
And so much more!

Connect:
-https://www.instagram.com/hutchy.outdoors/
45 min