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The Habitat Podcast is a podcast for land and wildlife habitat managers, and for hunters who learn and utilize different types of habitat in their hunting strategy. We interview hunters and habitat managers from across the country, picking their brain to learn their success's and failures. We are different in the fact that we are not the experts. This podcast is for us and the listeners to learn a thing or two, from the experts we analyze.
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The official deer management, food plot and habitat management podcast keeps you in the know on all of the latest strategies for managing private hunting properties. Interviews with the best of the best in deer science, research and habitat management. Jason R. Snavely and Co-host Tim Kocher fill you in on cutting edge information and techniques to better manage your property and maximize its deer hunting potential.
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Habitat Podcast #286 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Jordan Hanks and Andy Hutchens. We break down fall food plots from 3 different parts and soil types of the Midwest. We discuss: What equipment did we used starting out Small equipment can yield big results What equipment do we use now Maximizing food pl…
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Habitat Podcast #285 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Jake Matelic. Jake is a co-owner of Latitude Outdoors. We discuss: Jake's hunting origin The transition to mobile hunting The evolution of mobile hunting The comfort factor in hunting saddles Effective use of cover in hunting The impact of saddle huntin…
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Jason was recently a guest on the Wild Turkey Science Podcast with Dr. Marcus Lashley (Univ. of Florida) and Dr. Will Gulsby (Auburn Univ.). Listen as the three combine their unique perspectives on regenerative wildlife agriculture and how the principles and practices of 'food plotting in Nature's image' impact wild turkey productivity. These guys …
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Habitat Podcast #284 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Zach Haas. Zach is a friend of the podcast who is a professional aquatic biologist specializing in ponds and water. We discuss: Summer Habitat Management Creating ponds on your property Designing your property around access Food plots and water holes Cr…
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Habitat Podcast #282 - In today’s bonus episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are doing something a little different. Repeat guest and friend of the podcast Andrew Hutchens has recently launched his own podcast called The.Deercamp.Podcast where he talks with guys from all walks of life about deer camp-style hunting stories. From time to time we will b…
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Habitat Podcast #282 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Josh Webb. Josh is a friend of the podcast who is an elevator mechanic from Ohio and is a certified big-buck killer. We discuss: Hunting out of necessity Fruit trees trump food plots Staggered pear trees for cover Ground blinds and ozone for stealth Why…
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Habitat Podcast #281 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Al Tomechko. Al is the co-owner of Vitalize Seed Co with me and we are just finishing up our spring plantings. We discuss: The art of effective habitat management How to cultivate a living soil system Vitalize's Clover Chicory Mix Vitalize Seed's new pr…
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Habitat Podcast #280 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Doug Holmes. Doug is the owner of Downburst Seeders and recently joined me for a weekend of planting on the northern 70. We discuss: Prepping for the Total Archery Challenge Planting strategies for switchgrass Managing power line habitats…
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In a special Memorial Day episode, Jason talks to two true warriors of the U.S. Millitary. Both are also farmers/ranchers and avid sportsmen. Mike and Zach have battle stories that are guaranteed to make you appreciate our brave veterans on this special weekend; they are the best of the best! The battle stories are sure to pull you in and the truth…
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Habitat Podcast #279 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Andy Hutchens recapping the first-ever Habitat Day we held this past weekend at Andy's farm. We discuss: Raising $240 for Outdoor Driven The Downburst demo Crimping & planting Selective logging New habitat tools Timber to boost habitat pl…
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Habitat Podcast #278 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Matt Zahl. Matt is a fellow Michigander who is a habitat manager in Western Michigan. We discuss: Leveraging cuts for deer Mass crop trees for wildlife Cultivating diverse ecosystems Installing culverts for access Building a sturdy creek …
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Habitat Podcast #277 - In today’s bonus episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are doing something a little different. Repeat guest and friend of the podcast Andrew Hutchens has recently launched his own podcast called The.Deercamp.Podcast where he talks with guys from all walks of life about deer camp-style hunting stories. From time to time we will b…
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Jason sits down with the GREAT Dr. Doom, Peter Schiff, to discuss the state of the inflationary economy and how to preserve your wealth as the hidden tax (inflation) robs you of it. Do you know the history of money and the difference between money and fiat currency, such as our losing U.S. Dollar? Jason & Peter explain why savers are losers. This e…
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Habitat Podcast #276 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio on the.deercamp.podcast with my good friend Andy Hutchens talking about the upcoming Habitat Day on his northern Michigan farm. We discuss: Habitat Day details & benefits Tips for Spring Habitat Projects Updates on the HP 40 & Northern 70 Debate on no-till p…
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Habitat Podcast #275 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Richard Rappley. Richard works for the NRCS in Illinois and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to government programs for your land. We discuss: Timber stand improvement CRP vs. EQIP Tackling invasive species Benefits of native plants Financ…
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Habitat Podcast #274 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Jon Teater. Jon is a habitat manager from New York who has numerous years of experience managing habitat in hill country. We discuss: The best trees for north slopes Designing habitat for deer movement Wind & water management Spring food plot pr…
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Habitat Podcast #273 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are bringing you a brand new series called "A Week In The Field." In this series, we will discuss what habitat projects we are doing each specific week relating to the specific time of year. The third installment of this series is with our favorite Minnesota habitat manager Corey …
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Habitat Podcast #272 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Paul Hollis. Paul is the owner of PH Outdoors and has been on the forefront of the advancements in no-till grain drills. We discuss: The art of no-till planting Ideal spring food plots Affordable, simple machinery The importance of soil tests Ex…
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Habitat Podcast #271 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Rich Hixson. Rich is the owner of tagged out seed products in Southern Ohio and has grown his fair share of big bucks. We discuss: Pulling a Winner for the Afflictor Broadheads Giveaway Reflections on 6 years of Habitat Podcast New HP40 Elevated…
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Habitat Podcast #270 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with repeat guest Frank Brock. Frank is one of the owners of Morse Nursery and is a wealth of knowledge about trees and what types to plant depending on what part of the country you are in. We discuss: The top 5 hardy tree varieties The Best trees fo…
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Habitat Podcast #269 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are bringing you a brand new series called "A Week In The Field." In this series, we will be talking about what habitat projects we are doing each specific week relating to the specific time of year. The second installment of this series is with my Co-host Brian and Al Tometchko t…
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Anyone who has listened to holistic/regenerative rancher Mr. Will Harris knows this is a great duo: Jason & Mr. Will Harris from White Oak Pastures in Bluffton, GA sit down to speak their minds! Jason and Will talk about holistic management from both the wildlife and farming and ranching contexts. They dive deep into the broken food system and thei…
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Habitat Podcast #268 - In today’s bonus episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are doing something a little different. Repeat guest and friend of the podcast Andrew Hutchens has recently launched his own podcast called The.Deercamp.Podcast where he talks with guys from all walks of life about deer camp-style hunting stories. From time to time we will b…
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Habitat Podcast #267 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are sitting down with one of our favorite personalities in the outdoor industry, Uncle Lou. Lou owns Stealth Outdoors and has been making hunters quieter for years. We discuss: Stealth Outdoors' origin story Starting with the creation of cable silencers Adapting to customer demand…
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Habitat Podcast #266 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are sitting down with one of the original habitat managers Tony LaPratt. Tony has been managing his farm for deer for years and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to setting up your farm. We discuss: Tony's journey from fur trading to deer hunting Tony's trapping root's influe…
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Habitat Podcast #265 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are bringing you a brand new series called "A Week In The Field." In this series, we will be talking about what habitat projects we are doing each specific week relating to the specific time of year. The first installment of this series is with a friend of the podcast Corey Sulliv…
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Habitat Podcast #264 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Lincoln Rohn. Lincoln is the owner of Packer Maxx Cultipackers who lives and breathes habitat work 24/7/365. We discuss: Launching a six-foot Packer Max Cultipacker Iowa late-season hunts Late season deer & habitat set up The importance of predator cont…
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Habitat Podcast #263 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Kyle Heuerman. Kyle is a friend of the podcast and also has a YouTube Channel called Team Radical where he films his hunts and habitat projects. We discuss: Select cutting timber on your farm Adapting to neighboring hunting the fence line Impact of seas…
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Habitat Podcast #262 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with repeat guest Andy Hutchens. Andy is a friend of the podcast and is also host of the Deer Camp Podcast. We discuss: Exciting updates on the Northern 70 Logging adventures and habitat tips Andy's transition to podcasting Planning a Veteran's Hunt Soil reb…
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Habitat Podcast #261 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Michael Back. Michael is a deer hunting guide in southern Ohio and lives and breathes big bucks 24/7/365. We discuss: Mastering Deer Access The Importance of Stealth Effective Stand Placement Don't access in pre-dawn or post-dusk Creating thick cover fo…
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Habitat Podcast #260 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Corey Sullivan. Corey is a contributor to the Habitat Podcast YouTube channel documenting some of his habitat work on his home farm in Minnesota. We discuss: Growing up hunting in New York Learning the ropes of habitat management on a blank slate proper…
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Is the PA Game Commission telling the truth about PA hunters' approval of a Saturday opener to deer season...a policy move that changed 'decades old' hunting tradition in PA? What goes on behind the scenes of a state agency when politics trump biology? How does this affect you, the license-buying hunters? Is it really acceptable to send PA sportsme…
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Habitat Podcast #259 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Al Tomechko of Vitalize Seed. Al has put years of research into deveolping the Vitalze Seed Co blend. We discuss: Winter habitat tasks and safety New Nitro Boost mix New product: Seed Armor Plus! A fish fertilizer? The crucial role of soil testing Sudan…
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Habitat Podcast #258 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Neil Hauger. Neil is a Whitetail Properties rep out of Wisconsin and is also the host of the American Land Man Podcast. We discuss: Neils 2024 Ohio buck Baiting deer: ethical or not? Predictions for the 2024 real estate market Habitat management plans f…
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Habitat Podcast #257 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Clark Cummings. Clark is a Whitetail Properties rep out of Illinois and is also a serious deer hunter and habitat manager. We discuss: Versatile habitat management Stealthy access and strategic food plot placement TSI and plot diversity CRP land transfo…
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Habitat Podcast #256 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Rich Hixson. Rich is the owner of tagged out seed products in southern ohio and has grown his fair share of big bucks. We discuss: Deer Blind Placement Strategies High Volume Feeder Benefits Maximizing habitat Turnkey habitat improvement Ideal blind hei…
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Habitat Podcast #255 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Brian and Jared are back with part 2 of this series with Skip Sligh of Iowa Whitetail. Skip has been managing his farms for monster whitetails in the coveted southeast corner of Iowa for the last 25 years including a 241" Seven Year Old Buck which you might recognize from the OnX Pre…
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Habitat Podcast #254 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Brian and Jared sit down for part 1 of this part series with Skip Sligh of Iowa Whitetail. Skip has been managing his farms for monster whitetails in the coveted southeast corner of Iowa for the last 25 years including a 241" Seven Year Old Buck which you might recognize from the OnX…
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Habitat Podcast #253 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Brian and Jared sit down with friend of the podcast and repeat guest Sam Carrozza. It has been a long season with higher high's and super low low's but at the end of the day, that feeling of tagging out is what keeps us coming back! We discuss: Missed shots and near misses Epic monol…
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Habitat Podcast #252 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we sit down with friend of the podcast and land plan client Ryan Jackson. Ryan has been putting in the hard work on his 43 acre Indiana property and it has paid dividends majorly! We discuss: Father-son hunting strategy 160+ buck harvested by his son Intense big buck encounters Trans…
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Habitat Podcast #250 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are live from the Northern 70 with my dad spending Thanksgiving with the family. We discuss: Logging updates at the Northern 70 The vision for Northern 70's transformation Introducing the new HP 40 project First hunt on the HP 40 property HP 40 debut hunt observations Chainsaw wor…
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Habitat Podcast #250 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are live from Van Hees Deer Camp 2023 with some familiar voices and one new one. We discuss: A Boundary dispute with rude landowner Tension with a local landowner Encounters with "Squirrel Man" An Intense Firestarter debate New traditions Opening day deer camp excitement Opening d…
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Habitat Podcast #249 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we sit down with Cory Franceus. Cory is a repeat guest from Michigan who has had a stellar season so far on his home farm. We discuss: Sandy soil can pose challenges in tree growth and food plot establishment Ordering trees in advance ensures availability of desired varieties Focusin…
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Habitat Podcast #248 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we sit down with Adam Miller. Adam is the co-host of The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast and is early into his habitat management journey with his Northern Michigan Property. We discuss: How he got started with the Bow Hunter Chronicles podcast Adam talks about his recent hunting trip t…
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Habitat Podcast #247 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we sit down with Ty Johnson. Ty was one of our first ever land clients on his 25 acres in Kentucky after he made the move from Colorado to Kentucky, and we break down the Successes and failures he's seen on his property. We discuss: He started by hunting on friends' property before e…
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Habitat Podcast #246 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, The crew sits down to all give in season updates with Jared, Brian, Al and Sam Corozza. We discuss: Hunting pressure and food plots The different regulations on poundage for hunting in Ohio and Michigan Scouting for natural browse to help locate potential deer habitats Focus on bulle…
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Jason provides a detailed snapshot of what we've been talking about on the Innovators! platform since the September start. Thinking about giving up on regenerative food plotting? Think again as you listen to one grower who has scaled what we typically do on less than 50 acres to over 7,000 acres of regenerative and organic corn and soybeans. Listen…
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Habitat Podcast #245 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Jared sits down with friend of the podcast Jerremy Ferguson. Jerremy is an experienced wildlife consultant and land broker from Alabama. We discuss: Utilizing the free resources available, such as state programs and information provided by government agencies Building large food plot…
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Habitat Podcast #244 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Jared sits down with friend of the podcast Dillan Major. We get into the complete story on his 13 point that he just shot on his 5.5 acre farm! We discuss: Watching your target buck all summer Patterning a buck and coming up with an early season plan Passing on a potential shooter wa…
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Habitat Podcast #243 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Jared sits down with friend of the podcast Andrew Hutchens. We get into food plotting and logging, his collaboration with Doug on the Downburst Seeder, saddle hunting on public land, and Andy's goals for the upcoming hunting season. We discuss: Andy's experiences with habitat project…
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