In Episode #13 we proud to have our good friend, fellow podcaster and deer hunter Jason Samkowiak on the podcast to talk about his newly released DVD set which is sort of a “Part 2” of his Scouting for Whitetail tutorial DVDs. His DVD’s are simple, straightforward and are packed with real woods experience about what to look for if you want to get “stickbow close” to whitetail deer this fall. You can find more information about Jason’s podcast and the DVDs on his website, Traditional Bowhunting and Wilderness Podcast.

In this episode we also introduce a new segment to the show called “Passing Down Traditions”. We plan for this to be a regular segment going forward where we will take just a few minutes to share any news or information related to preserving our outdoor traditions or in some cases it may be hints or suggestions around passing down traditions by getting youths involved in the outdoors. We hope you will find this information useful and timely.

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In Episode #12 we welcome Mr. Dennis (Denny) Neely to the show. Denny is an author, historian, blogger and Black Powder Hunting enthusiast! Denny owns and maintains the website Traditional Black Powder Hunting. His website contains getting started and how to articles for hunting with traditional black powder guns. Plus there is also a huge collection of creative writings surrounding personas that Denny has created to immerse himself into traditional black powder hunting. If you have ever thought about hunting with a reproduction black powder gun then this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

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In Episode #11 Nick and I take a few minutes to discuss some basic or beginner questions for individuals wanting to get started fly fishing or traditional archery and traditional bowhunting. Some of these come from emails sent from listeners and some are from things we see on Social Media. We try to provide down to earth and where possible, unbiased information about these topics.

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In Episode #10 Nick and I sit down with writer, bowyer and archery historian extrodinaire Jay St. Charles. I met Jay in 2012 on a hunt in South Carolina and over the years we have gotten to be good friends. In this episode we spend some time talking to Jay about what it was like growing as a St. Charles and the birth of Bowhunting seasons in Washington State. There are some great nuggets of information in this one, you won’t want to miss a minute.

We also announce the winner of the 5/6 wt Fly Rod and reel combo at the start of this episode as well.

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In Episode #9 I welcome Nick back from Turkey season, then Thom and I pick up where we left off from our 2016 Antelope hunt and where the “Goat Hauler” carried us after we left hunting camp.

Also don’t forget the drawing for the 5/6wt fly rod that we will be giving away next week. The deadline for getting entered is midnight May 14th. We will be drawing a winner on the 15th. You can find out more about the contest here.

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In Episode #8 Thom Jorgensen is FINALLY introduced to the show. Nick and I have been mentioning Thom off an on since we started and the schedules finally aligned for he and I to record. This episode is a combo of “Get to know Thom” and the start of converation about our amazing Pronghorn hunt in Wyoming the fall of 2016. Thom and I are returning to Wyoming this fall (2018) to pursue Mule Deer DIY style on public land. This will be a two part podcast with Part 2 coming next week as Episode number 9.

This week we also announce the first Traditional Outdoors giveaway where we one lucky winner will receive a ready to fish 5wt fly rod and reel complete with line and backing. You can find out more about the contest here.

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In Episode #7 Steve sits down with guest Cameron Mortenson fly fisherman and owner of The Fiberglass Manifesto.

I fell in love with The Fiberglass Manifesto blog the first time I visited it. The articles, the photography and the layout were all superb. It didn’t take a lot of time before I was hooked (pun intended) and started looking for a fiberglass flyrod to try for myself. At the same time I reached out to the owner of the website, Cameron Mortenson and asked if he would like to be a guest on the show. Cameron accepted and after a couple weeks to align schedules we sat down and had an entertaining and educational discussion about fly fishing and the resurgent of fiberglass flyrods. A resurgence that many fly fisherman feel (myself included) Cameron is responsible for.

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In Episode #6 Steve and Nick welcome guest Lucas Bullington to the podcast to chat about custom knives and Lucas Forge.

I love custom knives, (much like I love custom bows and custom fly rods) and over the years I have purchased several knives from a couple of different knife makers. Each craft a fantastic product in their own rights. Currently I own 3 custom knives from each of them and through social media and email I have gotten to be friends with both of them. In this episode Nick and I sit down and chat with Lucas Bullington about his knives, some general outdoor conversation and friendly banter. Mostly we talk to Lucas about his knives, how he builds them (no trade secrets, sorry) and his favorites. We also spend a little time discussing his brother Ike, his involvement with Lucas forge along with Ike’s own endeavors; Wolf Valley Forge where Ike makes hand forged axes and Experiences with Ike where Ike provides woodsmanship instruction on DVD. We had a good time catching up with Lucas, we hope you enjoy

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In Episode #5 Steve and Nick welcome guest Ryan Gill to the podcast to discuss selfbows, atlatls, flintlocks and more.

Ryan Gill is an accomplished bowyer, flint knapper, author, and just a wealth of information about primitive skills. Ryan is the owner of Gills Primitive Archery where you can order everything from Ryan’s books, his bows and other primitive tools and even moccasins. He is also the owner of Primitive Revival, a website where Ryan focuses on “Re-creative & Experimental Archaeology Through Practical Application. Primitive Revival Production’s goal is to create both educational and entertaining content to inspire outdoor enthusiasts to take up the challenge of primitive hunting. Whether it be in the form of a Rock lock front stuffer (fun term for flintlock), Primitive bow & arrow, or the ultimate challenge: the Atlatl.“ Lastly, if you have not already done so, be sure to check out Ryan’s YouTube channel, Ryan Gill – Primitive Hunter where you will find some pretty amazing and entertaining videos related to hunting primitive.

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In Episode #4 Steve and Nick welcome guest and good friend John Buchin to the podcast to discuss Spring Turkey hunting.

John is the current President of the Michigan Longbow Association, Owner of Crooked Talon Game Calls and he is an accomplished Turkey Hunter who eats, drinks, sleeps and dreams about hunting Wild Turkey.

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