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Deer Talk Now Podcast is a comprehensive audio and video podcast where the white-tailed deer is the star of the show. Expert guests join the virtual deer camp each week to discuss everything from deer behavior, biology and scientific research to herd and land management, hunting ethics, newsworthy events, and hunting tips, tactics and strategies.
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The Hunt Fish Journal
Greg,Dan and Jerry interview Lee and Tiffany Lakosky, Gregg Ritz, Harold Knight, Stan Potts, Fred Eichler, Al Lindner, Ron Lindner, Jimmy Houston, Grant Woods and many others as well as teach Scrape Methods for hunting whitetail deer
The Hunt Fish Journal is a educational podcast hosted by Greg Barnhart, Dan Stapleton and Jerry Everhart with a passion for promoting archery, hunting and fishing in the great outdoors. Greg Barnhart is a custom wood worker with a great love of the outdoors, hunting and fishing. Greg started shooting archery around 14 years of age and was fascinated with the flight of the arrow from his youth. Greg started Deer hunting in 1978 in the Wayne National Forest in Southern Ohio. Greg is an avid Ba ...
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Gregg Ritz has rebought and is rebuilding Thompson/Center Arms after it sat dormant under previous ownership during COVID. Listen to his plans for the company in this latest podcast.
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EP. 856: RICH FRONING | 4 TIME CROSSFIT GAMES CHAMPION | GREGG RITZ | HUNT MASTERS TV
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On this podcast I sit down with 4 time CrossFit Games Champion RIch Froning and Hunt Masters TV host Gregg Ritz. We talk about bow setups and tuning, how and why Rich started Mayhem Hunt and more. Be sure to checkout https://www.mayhemhunt.com/ and get yourself in the best hunting shape at your own pace. Also, be sure to watch The Outdoor Channel t…
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#120: THRIVING FOOD PLOTS with Robie Pruitt
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Robie Pruitt has been planting food plots for the last 38 years, using trial and error to figure out the best way to get flourishing food plots. Hear his insights on today's podcast.
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Our friend and contributor Mark Kayser is on the podcast today reminiscing on his scariest treestand stories, giving tips on hunting and trapping coyotes, and providing his thoughts on how states manage their deer populations.
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With record rain and heat this summer, Brad Rucks and Dan Schmidt talk about how this affects planting food plots. They also have some killer bowhunting tips for the fall.
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EP. 855: WESTERN HUNTING SUMMIT | ARCHERY | LIVE Q&A
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This is the Live Q&A podcast during the 2024 Western Hunting Summit Archery Summit. The panel includes Ryan Lampers, Mark Livesay, Brian Barney, Joel Turner, Dr. Kaare Tinglestead, Hillary Lampers, John Davis and myself. We share our knowledge and experiences hunting as well as answering questions from the live audience. If you have not attended a …
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#116: THE PERFECT HUNTING SPOT with Mark Drury
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Mark Drury is on the podcast today sharing how the idea for Drury Outdoors was born, tips for calling in hung-up gobblers, entry and exit strategies for your bowhunting spots, and why this antler-growing season might be the best he’s had in years on his farms.
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EP. 854: UNLEASH YOUR FOOT POTENTIAL | SHEEP FEET | CALEB BOWDEN
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You have seen or heard Caleb Bowden from Sheep Feet on the podcast before. On this time around Caleb explains why they went to a digital scan application for your foot molds vs the old foam imprint molds. Enjoy this podcast as Caleb also announces a new product that will be great for the spot and stalk archery hunter, fly fisherman or someone who l…
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#115: TOP DEER RESEARCH with Dr. Stephen Ditchkoff
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Dr. Stephen Ditchkoff of Auburn University Deer Lab is leading some of the top deer research studies in the nation. In today’s podcast, he answers questions about controlled burns, how to create more (and better) food sources for deer, what makes a good mother doe,
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EP. 853: OUR CAMERA GEAR SETUP | WHAT WE USE TO FILM OUR HUNTS
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We have been asked over and over again to do a podcast covering our camera gear. Well, here it is. We go over all the camera gear we use in the field from the cameras, audio and lenses. WE RECOMMEND GEAR THAT FLATOUT WORKS. Buying gear using the links and codes below directly supports the GRITTY TEAM. Get access to EXCLUSIVE CONTENT and interact wi…
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EP. 852: ARCHERY SIGHTS | WHAT WE'RE USING THIS SEASON
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On this podcast Brad and I cover what sights we are using this season. We have a couple different setups and we break down a few of the things we like and a few things we don't like. WE RECOMMEND GEAR THAT FLATOUT WORKS. Buying gear using the links and codes below directly supports the GRITTY TEAM. Get access to EXCLUSIVE CONTENT and interact with …
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Hear from expert trapper Alan Probst the best traps, bait and more to set for predators that will help deer and turkey populations.
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EP. 851: HESITANT TO CHANGE | CLIFF GRAY
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I had the pleasure of speaking with Cliff Gray on this podcast. Cliff is a very successful hunter, guide and has helped many new hunters find their passion for the outdoors. If you haven't already, check out Cliff's YouTube channel @CliffGray and follow him on Instagram @cliffgry WE RECOMMEND GEAR THAT FLATOUT WORKS. Buying gear using the links and…
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EP. 850: BOWHUNTING BIG BEARS | TRUE NORTH OUTFITTERS | JEFF DOWNING | JASON HANSEN
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On this podcast my good buddy Jason Hansen and myself sit down with Jeff and Karter Downing. Jeff runs True North Outfitters in Alberta, CA. On this trip we were bowhunting black bear from a bait site. This is something I have never done. I hope you enjoy this podcast and to find out more information and to book your next hunt with True North Outfi…
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#113: HOOKED ON HUNTING with John Radzwilla
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Hook and Barrel founder John Radzwilla tells Dan Schmidt how he went from working in the fashion industry to getting hooked on the outdoor lifestyle. They also get deep discussing anti-hunting sentiment, why it happens, and how to combat it.
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EP. 849: CHANGING THE TRIPOD GAME | TRIPODS FOR HUNTERS | TRICER | DREW MILES
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Brad and I had a chance to sit down with Drew Miles from Tricer while we were attending the Western Hunting Summit. We discuss all things Tricer. Drew and his team have done a very good job at creating tripods and tripod accessories for the hunter. They are durable, tough and light weight. Tricer gear is innovative and will make your glassing exper…
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#112: GROUND BLIND HUNTING TIPS with Jason Brenic
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Jason Brenic and Dan Schmidt discuss their strategies when hunting from ground blinds including when to set up a blind, how to hide them, how long you can leave them outside, scent control and more in this podcast.
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EP. 848: RELEASE AIDS & TARGET PANIC | CONTROLLING YOUR SHOT
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Brad and I discuss what releases we are using this season and how we are fighting the mental game of shot control. It is easy to create bad habits when you are shooting your bow a ton. We discus some things we are doing to help us control our shots and overcome target panic. If you are interested in the release holders we are using, visit https://a…
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EP. 847: INJURIES AND RECOVERY | THINGS YOU CAN DO TO INCREASE YOUR FITNESS PERFORMANCE
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On this episode Brad and I discuss some things that we do to help our fitness performance. These are things we do on and off the mountain such as, flossing, tissue work, massage gun and lacrosse ball rolling to help keep our muscles and tissue supple. We hope these things can help increase your performance on and off the mountain. WE RECOMMEND GEAR…
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EP. 846: BROADHEAD PERFORMANCE | WHAT WE ARE USING FOR 2024
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Brad and I discuss our arrow and broadhead setups that we will be running this year. Right now we are tinkering with our rigs and learning about the setups we will use for large big game animals and smaller big game animals. WE RECOMMEND GEAR THAT FLATOUT WORKS. Buying gear using the links and codes below directly supports the GRITTY TEAM. Get acce…
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Brad Rucks and Dan Schmidt reminisce on 20 years of filming deer hunts on television. They reflect on some of their hunting stories, the difficulties of getting a shot on film, memories with some of our past contributors, and what they’ve learned about deer and deer hunting in the last two decades.
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EP. 845: BUYING YOURSELF A JOB | MARCUS SORENSEN | CADDIS SPORTS AND BLUE COOLERS
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Brad and I had the pleasure to sit down with Marcus Sorensen from Blue Coolers. We cover an array of topics in this podcast. Things from building a business, outdoor gear, entrepreneurship and more. Be sure to checkout Blue Cooler and Caddis Sports as well. Use the code GRITTY at both locations to save at checkout. https://bluecoolers.com/ https://…
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#110: KEEPING TURKEY NUMBERS UP with Pete Muller
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We’re talking turkey today! Join us in this insightful episode as we sit down with Pete Muller from the National Wild Turkey Federation to explore the pressing issues surrounding wild turkey populations. We'll delve into whether the national turkey population is on the decline and examine the reasons behind low turkey numbers in certain areas. Pete…
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EP. 844: KICK A** OR GET KICKED | CALEB STILLIANS w/ OUTFITTER SERVICES
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I have a great conversation with Caleb Stillians who is the founder of Outfitter Services. We talk about how to balance the outdoors and hunting with family and busy life. We get into following your passions and building a brand that you can be proud of. If you are an outfitter looking for clients or a client looking for your dream hunt be sure to …
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#109: TRACKING WOUNDED DEER with Richard Smith
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Award-winning outdoor writer Richard Smith gives his expert advice on tracking wounded deer from how to identify where you hit the animal, when to start tracking and follow-up shots. He also provides his thoughts on antler point restrictions, baiting and the spread of deer diseases.
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EP. 843: CARNIVORE DIET PERFORMANCE | HOW WE FEEL AFTER 100 DAYS
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Brad and I sit down and discuss how our Carnivore Diet is going. I am over 100 days and Brad is over 75 days. During this podcast we update you on how we are feeling and how we are performing while doing the carnivore/animal based diet. To further your interests about this elimination diet here are some channels I would recommend. https://www.youtu…
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Ammo expert J.J. Reich is on the podcast with the best bullets, an exciting update on a muzzleloading game-changer, and how this turkey load can kill gobblers at longer distances than ever before.
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EP. 842: WE LEARNED SOME THINGS | BEAR HUNT RECAP
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Brad and I sit down and discuss our latest bear hunt. We had a great hunt and had some new experiences and learned some things that we thought would be good to share with you. We hope your spring hunts are off to a good start. WE RECOMMEND GEAR THAT FLATOUT WORKS. Buying gear using the links and codes below directly supports the GRITTY TEAM. Get ac…
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#107: THE PERFECT BOWHUNTING SHOT with Brian Johnson
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Taxidermist Brian Johnson wasn't happy with the quality of the forms he worked with, so he began sculpting his own, which started his fascination with whitetail anatomy. After decades of study, Brian has figured out the perfect place to aim when bowhunting, even if your shot is slightly off, to ensure a quick, clean kill.…
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EP. 841: BRIAN CALL AND HENRY FERGUSON TALK BOWHUNTING
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I had the pleasure to sit down with a great bowhunter in Henry Ferguson. Henry has been very successful with his bow and shares his knowledge of hunting and how to prepare your bow for success. Give Henry a follow on Instagram @bigchiefwhackabuck If you are in Colorado, be sure to check out the Colorado Bowhunters Association https://coloradobowhun…
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#106: BUYING HUNTING LAND FOR THE FIRST TIME with Jason Rieckmann
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Brad Rucks sits down with real estate expert and owner of Deer & Deer Hunting Properties, Jason Rieckmann, and asks what his advice is for those looking to buy hunting land.
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EP. 840: THE FIGHT FOR HUNTING | HOWL FOR WILDLIFE | C.R.W.M.
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On this podcast Brad and I sit down with Dan Gates from Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management and Mike Costello from Howl for Wildlife. We cover some of the topics of concern coming up in the 2024 election regarding hunting and how it can and will affect hunting. Help support organizations like these so we can continue to fight against ant…
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Listen in and understand the dynamics of the female society within the whitetail deer herd. Then, learn how to use that information to create a better hunting scenario for yourself.
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#104: FINDING YOUR NEXT HUNT with Josh Dahlke
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Josh Dahlke describes the tactics he used to bag a beautiful mature buck that frequented a community scrape. He also shares how he finds private land to hunt and gives tips on how to tag a tom this turkey season.
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#103: WHAT DEER CAN SEE with Jonathan Britton
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How can we see blaze orange so vividly, but deer can’t see the color at all? Today we dive into the biology of a deer with Jonathan Britton from Deer’s Eye View.
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EP. 839: RYAN LAMPERS | MARK LIVESAY | BRIAN CALL | BRAD HUNT | WESTERN BEAR TOUR LIVE Q&A
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On this episode Ryan Lampers, Mark Livesay, Brad Hunt and myself answer questions Live during our Missoula, MT Western Bear Hunting Tour. It was an incredible event with some incredible people. Be sure to tune in Sunday, April 21st for Part 2 our latest Gritty Film, IT'S JUST WORK. Ryan Lampers, myself and Brady Miller of GOHUNT head north in pursu…
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#102: MICHIGAN MISMANAGEMENT with Adam Lewis
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In this podcast, Adam Lewis from Deer IQ addresses the deer management issues in Michigan from dwindling deer hunter numbers, imbalanced buck-to-doe ratios and skewed age structure. He also gives potential solutions to ensure a sustainable future for Michigan's deer population.
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EP. 838: RYAN LAMPERS & BRIAN CALL GEAR DUMP | SPRING BEAR SEASON
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On this episode Ryan Lampers and myself talk about our gear for our spring bear hunting season. We are in front of a Live audience during our Missoula, MT Western Bear Hunting Tour. It was an incredible event with some incredible people. Be sure to tune in Sunday, April 14th for our latest Gritty Film. Ryan Lampers, myself and Brady Miller of GOHUN…
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EP. 837: BUILDING A BUSINESS IN THE HUNTING INDUSTRY
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On this podcast I sit down Brian sits down with Brice Bishop, David Brinker and Jeff Helm in the Peax booth during the Mile High Hunt & Fish Expo in Aurora, CO. We discuss building a business in the hunting industry. If you are near Denver, CO come and see us during the show. We will be through April 7th. If you use code GRITTY2024 you will save $4…
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#101: WHY THE KING BUCK ISN’T #1 with Johnny King
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If you've heard of the Johnny King Buck, you know that he was denied the No. 1 world-record typical title due to a Boone & Crockett scorer deeming the right G-3 as an abnormal point, despite numerous other scorers agreeing the rack was a 6x6 typical grossing more than 215 inches. In this podcast, we get on the phone with Johnny King to discuss the …
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EP. 836: 3 TIPS TO INCREASE YOUR ODDS OF SUCCESS
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Brad and I discuss 3 tips that come to our minds that will help you increase your odds of success on your hunts. These are in no particular order and there are many other tips that will help you succeed. Good luck to you on your upcoming hunts. WE RECOMMEND GEAR THAT FLATOUT WORKS. Buying gear using the links and codes below directly supports the G…
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#100: ANSWERING YOUR WHITETAIL QUESTIONS
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We celebrated our 100th podcast episode by answering questions about the magical whitetail submitted by YOU — our listeners!
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EP. 835: WHY ARE YOU QUITTING? | BUILDING DISCIPLINE & MENTAL TOUGHNESS
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Brad Hunt and I discuss some common questions we get asked often. Some of those questions are, how do you not quit while you're hunting when nothing is going your way? What should I do to help me build discipline and my mental toughness? These are just a few of the things we cover throughout this podcast. WE RECOMMEND GEAR THAT FLATOUT WORKS. Buyin…
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EP. 834: RYAN LAMPERS & BRIAN CALL TALK BACKPACKS WITH INITIAL ASCENT
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Ryan Lampers and I sit down with Dennis Stokes and Joe Elliston from Initial Ascent Backpacks. We discuss the updates to their backpacks and how they have made our backcountry hunting experiences better. Their frame design really makes heavier pack weight feel lighter. Be sure to check them out at https://initialascent.com/ or go check them out in …
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#99: ALL THINGS ARCHERY with Brandon Reyes
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Professional archer Brandon Reyes sat down with us at the 2024 ATA Trade Show to talk all things archery and bowhunting. Hear his hunting stories from harvesting the second biggest whitetail with a bow ever in his home state to the unconventional way he arrowed a bull elk. Plus, we discuss target archery gear and the major influences to the sport i…
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On this episode Brad and I discuss some great hunt ideas for the blue collar individual that wants to do a great hunt on a budget. WE RECOMMEND GEAR THAT FLATOUT WORKS. Buying gear using the links and codes below directly supports the GRITTY TEAM. Get access to EXCLUSIVE CONTENT and interact with other members of the GRITTY/STHEALTHY COMMUNITY by G…
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EP. 832: ENSURING BEAR HUNTING SUCCESS | WHAT ARE WE DOING?
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What are we doing to help ensure our bear hunting success? Brad and I discuss how we are preparing for the upcoming bear season. We cover our fitness, our pack weights, gear we are using and the food we are preparing to help us have a great upcoming bear season. WE RECOMMEND GEAR THAT FLATOUT WORKS. Buying gear using the links and codes below direc…
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EP. 831: DIET AND FITNESS | WHAT ARE WE DOING FOR PEAK PERFORMANCE?
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Brad and I discuss our diet and fitness and what we are doing to help us achieve peak performance at home and in the mountains. We cover some of the things we have changed over time as far as food the nutrition that we are putting into our bodies. WE RECOMMEND GEAR THAT FLATOUT WORKS. Buying gear using the links and codes below directly supports th…
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#98: FOOD PLOT STRATEGIES with Paul Hollis
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Brad Rucks and Paul Hollis discuss their top food plot strategies to draw in deer.
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During our truck ride back from our first Western Bear Hunting Tour Brad and I talk about 10 pieces of gear that will make your spring hunting season better. Good luck out there on your spring hunting trips. WE RECOMMEND GEAR THAT FLATOUT WORKS. Buying gear using the links and codes below directly supports the GRITTY TEAM. Get access to EXCLUSIVE C…
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