Bowhunting is full of ups and downs, and they’re all made a little sweeter when you taste success! In this episode, Josh gives an update on his 2021 archery season. From epic failure to tagging a buck on public land, Josh shares the good, the bad, the ugly, and a few lessons picked up along the way. 

Wisconsin Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The rut is approaching! Is your head in the game? As the season drags on, hunting can be a grind. Decision fatigue, adversity, and boredom can cause you to lose your edge. This week, Josh catches up with Mark Kenyon of the Wired to Hunt podcast to talk about the mental side of bowhunting. The guys discuss common pitfalls and strategies for keeping your head in the game when things get tough. 

Wisconsin Sportsman is powered by Simple Cast.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Josh is joined by Wisconsin Waterfowl Association members Bruce Russ (Executive Director), Peter Ziegler (Project Director), Todd Schaller (Volunteer Director), and George Ermert (Volunteer Director). If you haven’t heard of the Wisconsin Waterfowl Association, they’re doing a ton of great work benefiting waterfowl and wetland habitat in the state of Wisconsin. The guys give a forecast for the 2021 Wisconsin waterfowl season and highlight the work of the Wisconsin Waterfowl Association. Find out more about WWA at wisducks.org. 

Wisconsin Sportsmen is Powered by Simplecast

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Deer season is finally here! This week we hear from the Wisconsin Deer Program Specialist, Jeff Pritzl. Jeff has been with the Wisconsin DNR for three decades, and that shows in this episode! What do we do with CWD? How are wolves impacting hunting in the Northwoods? How can hunters be more involved and more informed when it comes to deer management in our state? Jeff answers all these questions and more. You will not want to miss this episode!

Wisconsin Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’ve all been there. You’re pumped up for the season opener, only to have a hard reality check when things just don’t work out. Early season can be one of the most challenging yet rewarding times for chasing mature bucks. Determined to make this early season count, Josh catches up with Anthony Heller of the DeerVane podcast to discuss setting an early season strategy from start to finish. From winter scouting to early season buck bedding and food sources, the guys cover it all in this episode. Check it out!

Wisconsin Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Josh is joined by the crew from Half Rack, a 2% Certified hunting accessory brand for Community Conservation Day in Waterford, WI. The day was a huge success, and the guys from Half Rack raised over $5k for conservation efforts in southeastern Wisconsin. The guys chat about their passion for conservation, stealing pins from Josh Dutton, fine gear and fond memories. Give this episode a listen then head over to half-rack.com to check out all the awesome gear Half Rack is bringing to the market.

Wisconsin Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 2021 Wisconsin whitetail bow opener is just a little over one month away! It’s time to make your final preparations and plan your strategy for the year. In this episode, Josh talks about what he’s doing to prepare for the season and outlines how his strategy will change throughout the season. Topics range from honey-do lists to mobile hunting to why Josh doesn’t know what he’s doing when it comes to late season whitetails. Tune in and glean some tips to help you prepare for the 2021 bow season.

Wisconsin Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Josh talks with Jamie Cline from Overwatch Outdoors. Jamie is an innovator, longtime saddle hunter, and inventor of the Transformer Saddle. Josh and Jamie discuss the history of saddle hunting, how the industry has changed and evolved, and why YOU should consider adding a saddle to your hunting arsenal. You can check out the Transformer saddle on overwatchoutdoors.net and learn more about saddle hunting on saddlehunter.com. 

Wisconsin Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s what you’ve been waiting for: Wisconsin Big Woods bowhunting! In this episode, Josh talks with outdoor writer Tony Peterson about hunting public land bucks in the big woods of northern Wisconsin. Tony is an avid whitetail deer hunter who travels the country every fall in pursuit of whitetails. He gets to hunt big deer in some of the coolest places, yet the big woods of Wisconsin draw him back year after year. From e-scouting to mobile hunting to where Tony would key in during different parts of the season, this episode is a great start for those who want to try their hand at a big woods buck. 

Wisconsin Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, we’re joined by Midwest Whitetail Great Lakes Region pro staff member Josh Mersberger. Josh is the owner of Mersberger’s Rut, Strut, and Stream Taxidermy. We discuss Josh’s conservative tactics for small properties, what NOT to do with your deer if you want to get it mounted, and getting started filming your hunts. You can see Josh’s Taxidermy work on Facebook and follow along with his hunting season on the Midwest Whitetail Great Lakes Show. Head over to the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast Instagram page to see pics of the potential Wisconsin state record buck and some examples of Josh’s work.

Wisconsin Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.