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This week Kris takes the microphone and hosts  @Masondixonadventures and Derek McMaster in a bow hunting fireside chat.

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What got Dan and Derek hooked on bow hunting
Training routines and practice distances
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Handling challenges like blood tracking and color blindness
Building camaraderie and brotherhood in hunting
Preparing for competitions and tournaments
Storytelling: Dream hunts and memorable moments
Advice for new bow hunters and beginners
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Welcome to the Community Scrape, a segment of the  @TracksandTackle Podcast. In this episode, the panel discusses the recent Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling on warrantless searches on private land, exploring both sides of the debate and its implications for hunters and law enforcement.

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In this episode, Mountain Man, Rob Warwick, from  The Keystone Experience Podcast, shares his lifelong passion for hunting, trapping, and outdoor conservation in Pennsylvania. We discuss traditional hunting methods, trapping, animal management, and the importance of conservation efforts.

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Join us as Mitchell Shirk from the Pennsylvania Woodsman podcast shares his expertise on land management, habitat improvement, and strategic hunting techniques. Learn how to read terrain, manipulate habitat, and maximize your deer hunting success.

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Ron Mentzer shares the journey of the Tracks and Tackle community, recent milestones, and future plans for supporting outdoor enthusiasts and small brands.

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The origin of Tracks and Tackle in 2023
Building a supportive outdoor community
Launching the Tracks and Tackle Media and Supply store
Collaborating with other outdoor creators and brands
Upcoming projects: cookbook, new segments, and merchandise
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Dave from Lemon River Outdoors joins Ron Mentzer on the Tracks & Tackle Podcast! We talk wild game butchering and cooking to custom rod building, family camping, backpacking, and canoe adventures — this episode is packed with practical tips and inspiring stories for the everyday outdoorsman.

Dave shares how he introduces his family to the outdoors and why embracing a little bit of everything keeps the passion strong.

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Overcoming addiction through bowhunting and finding a real community in the outdoors. Derek McMaster shares his raw journey on Tracks & Tackle.

Derek, a 36-year-old York, Pennsylvania native, grew up rifle hunting as a kid but lost everything to drug addiction. After years away from the woods, he picked up a bow and discovered a supportive bowhunting community that helped him reclaim his life, his passion, and his peace.

In this episode we talk:
• Derek’s early hunting days and how addiction took his hobbies
• The turning point that led him back to the outdoors
• His experience at the Goat Rodeo Archery Challenge this past weekend
• The power of community, perseverance, and hunting your own hunt
• Advice for anyone struggling who wants to get back outside

This is more than a hunting story — it’s about redemption, brotherhood, and why Nature is our Playground.

If you’re into bowhunting, addiction recovery, Pennsylvania outdoors, or just real conversations around the campfire, this one’s for you.


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Join us for another Roundtable Session on the Tracks & Tackle Podcast! Tonight Ron Mentzer is joined by co-host Josh Buchman and returning guest Matt "Buck" Mentzer  for real talk around the campfire.

Buck shares the exciting news of joining the Field Staff for The Outdoor Group, and the guys dive deep into what it means to grow up in rural America. They explore the question: What does "home" really mean to you? Plus, stories about the mentors and influential figures who shaped them as young outdoorsmen.

This is classic guy stuff — authentic conversation, camaraderie, and the values that come from rural roots. No egos, just good stories and perspective.

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• Growing up in rural America
• What “home” means to each of us
• Influential mentors who weren’t parents or grandparents
• Competitive archery, coaching, and range camaraderie

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In this episode of Tracks & Tackle, Ron Mentzer and Kris Buchman talk with Aaron Hepler — outdoor writer, hunter, and host of the InCamp Podcast. 

Aaron shares his passion for backcountry hunting, scouting, ethical deer hunting, and conservation in Pennsylvania. We discuss what it takes to hunt smarter, hunt ethically, and stay connected to the outdoors in today’s world.

A thoughtful and relatable conversation for any serious whitetail hunter or backcountry enthusiast.

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Join Ron & Kris for a great conversation with Caleb Strunk, founder of Duck & Dog Apparel — a faith-based hunting apparel brand.

Caleb opens up about the brand’s origins, how faith drives everything they do, the realities of starting and growing an outdoor clothing company, and the deep passion for waterfowl hunting and our loyal hunting dogs.

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