New year, new content. This week, I'm back with Derek Craig of New Day Outdoors. We talk about what do with your footage after your adventure is over and it's time to create the content you want to share with others. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, to find all the platforms the podcast is available on, or listen right from the pa…

On this episode, join Logan on a walkabout through the deer woods as he makes one final push to fill his tag during the Missouri firearms deer season in November, 2021. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, to find all the platforms the podcast is available on, or listen right from the page. Be sure to subscribe on all your favorite pl…

This episode is our first collaboration show. We hooked up with Logan Chartrand of the Nemophilist Podcast to talk about videoing hunts with our guests Keith Riehn (Sqwincher Outdoors TV) and Derek Craig (New Day Outdoors). We talk about how we each got started videoing hunts, what goes into videoing, and just generally have a good time talking abo…

This week Logan is joined by Robin Parks, Keith Riehn, & Derek Craig for a swapcast between The Nemophilist and Hot Shot Archery's Outdoor podcast. In a follow-up to episode 45 where Logan and Derek discussed equipment for filming, this conversation dives deeper into tips on how to set up & some real talk on expectations for editing and the challen…

This week, Logan is talking with friend Derek Craig, owner of New Day Outdoors Productions. Derek shares his years of firsthand experience to cover just about anything a person could want to know from getting started recording with a cellphone to prosumer-level gear for those looking to make a run at consistent content creation for public consumpti…

This week, to kick off Tree Stand Safety Awareness Month, Logan sits down with Chris Hamm of HHA Sports and HHA USA along with Chip Studer, a Navy veteran & C7 quadriplegic after a fall from a tree stand 30 years ago. Chip shares his story and how it led to his purpose in life to lead others safely to the outdoors & to God. Check Chip out online at…

Listen as Robin talks with Kevin Kishel about his Scent and Lure business, how he got started, and what his business has evolved into. They talk in depth about Kishel's new food plot seed blends, how they were developed and why, and how to have a successful foot plot. They also talk about mock scrapes and how to use Kishel's scents to get them goin…

Preparing to head to Ohio for the Deerassic Classic Giveaway & Outdoor Expo, Logan gets you caught up on their pre-season prep work at the farm and what he hopes to bring you from Deerassic. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, to find all the platforms the podcast is available on, or listen right from the page. Be sure to subscribe o…

To celebrate the one-year anniversary of The Nemophilist, Logan got to sit down with his father and son to share hunting stories & talk about why it was inevitable that Logan would become so hooked on the outdoors. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, to support the show, find all the platforms the podcast is available on, or listen r…

This week, Logan has a chance to catch up with Sara Lamson, head of Sales & Marketing for Lakewood Products, & Lakewood Pro Staff member Capt. Ross Robertson of Bigwater Fishing to talk all things ICAST & address listener questions ranging from 'What's new for '21?' to 'What's a guy gotta do to get a case to keep his snack cakes safe in his pack?' …

This week, Logan had a chance to sit down with his dad, Lonnie, and owner of BigToolRack, Tim Descoteaux, to talk about how BigToolRack came to be, how his products have made workdays easier and more efficient on our hunting property, what it was like for Tim to leave a 28-year career to follow his dream, and operating a business in a worldwide eco…

It's been a busy couple weeks, with preparations for fall already underway. Logan's deer is back from the taxidermist, and they used the cool weather over Memorial Day Weekend to finally get into the fields to set up new blinds & plant the food plots that this fall's dreams hope to be made of. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, to s…

This week Logan recaps the wild and crazy experiences of his last 4 turkey hunts in Missouri this spring, then shares some thoughts and insights around a hunter-involved shooting on a local piece of state-owned public ground during a managed turkey hunt. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, to support the show, find all the platforms …

Keeping with the theme of turkey hunting, this week Logan got to sit down with show regular, Russ Drury, & his oldest son Brendan. Brendan was bitten hard by the turkey bug early on & he talks about some of his favorite turkey hunts over the years. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, to support the show, find all the platforms the po…

This week Logan shares an update on the challenges he and the boy faced throughout the first week of Missouri's spring turkey season. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, to support the show, find all the platforms the podcast is available on, or listen right from the page. Be sure to subscribe on all your favorite platforms, give the…

Logan brings you something new this week. First, he shares what's been going on over these last couple of weeks of silence. Then, he and Jackson tell the story of their 2021 youth turkey hunting season in Missouri, but they each share their perspective independently. Logan starts with his version, then Jack sits down in the studio alone to tell it …

This week, Logan connected with former guest and great friend Russ Drury & his son Landan, along with his own son, Jackson, to share the stories of their first turkeys. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, to support the show, find all the platforms the podcast is available on, or listen right from the page. Be sure to subscribe on al…

Long time Hot Shot staffer joins Robin to talk about his long standing spot on the Hot Shot team. They also talk in detail about Brad's long road to his first turkey. Listen as they talk about the ups and downs, the pieces of the puzzle, and a lot of turkey bowhunting strategy. It is an interesting story and one that most turkey hunters can relate …

This week Logan shares the story of their incredible, snowy, captivating drive from Las Vegas, Nevada to the west rim of the Grand Canyon on the Hualapai Reservation in Peach Springs, Arizona. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, to support the show, find all the platforms the podcast is available on, or listen right from the page. Be…

This week, Logan goes off the rails with his great friend, Steph Manteufel, while having drinks and sharing the story of finding a massive shed antler from a deer appropriately named Big Boy. Also discussed: dogs molesting cats, bread thieving cats, being married to an outfitter, & life in Canada. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, …

On this episode, Robin answers a couple common questions he gets asked, and sees discussed on social media often. He gives his take on when to scout for birds in the spring, and best shot placement when bowhunting for turkeys. He also attempts to debunk some social media BS that is floating around related to turkey broadheads. SUBSCRIBE to the podc…

In collaboration with with my friends at Landgea I will be releasing an audio version of a monthly column I am writing for their blog. The focus of this month's column is preparing for turkey season. If you'd like to read the column with links to some of the products I discuss, visit Landgea at the link above. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buz…

This week, Logan's guest is Al Quackenbush - hunter, archer, mentor & blogger. They discuss Al's move from western New York to southern California & what drove him to create The SoCal Bowhunter to help others learn from his experience as a hunter and outdoorsman to enjoy their time outdoors. Check him out at www.socalbowhunter.com. Visit the web pa…

With hunting seasons wrapping up, and winter in full effect, Logan throws out a handful of ideas on things you can do right now to get outdoors, or do something outdoor related & keep off-season depression at bay. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, to support the show, find all the platforms the podcast is available on, or listen ri…

This week, Derek Craig of New Day Outdoors joins Robin to discuss advice given on social media, from good to horrible, focused on the topic of fixed blade broadhead flight and tuning. They throw in some of their own thoughts, tips, and tricks that have worked for them in helping achieve great arrow flight, including with fixed blade heads…

This week, get to know a little more about Chris Hamm with HHA Sports, makers of high quality archery sights, rests & stabilizers, and HHA USA, a non-profit dedicated to creating a sense of community for veteran and active military through archery and the outdoors. Click for more info on HHA Sports Click for more info on HHA USA Visit the web page,…

This week Logan is talking with military veteran and custom knifemaker Travis Stiles from Grand Ledge, Michigan. They discuss how Travis got into knifemaking, blade care, & what you should know before ordering a custom knife. Check out his work on Instagram @travostiles. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, to support the show, find a…

This episode is all about transitions. Robin shares about the end to his late season bowhunting marathon, lessons learned, & the transition to what most would consider an off season but is the beginning of their 2021 deer hunting season. They also discuss a transition within the podcast to allow Logan more time to focus behind the scenes & on his o…

Logan catches up on the phone with Ethan Taylor: husband, father, hunter, home renovator, and co-host of outdoor podcast Venator Chorincles. We talk about how he got into hunting in his youth and his experience just getting into archery within the last few years. We also discussed what it's like to be doing a good job raising a young family & still…

This week's episode was recorded over the course of a couple days while Logan & his son were disconnecting from the craziness of the world on a 3-day trip to their family farm between Christmas & New Years to do some hunting, shooting, trapping & deer season prep work - yes, it's already that time, and has been since they wrapped up their deer hunt…

Logan & Robin are kicking off 2021 talking about their hopes for 2021, missing the ATA in person, the used bow market, and at least one new Hot Shot product coming to market soon. SUBSCRIBE to the podcast on all your favorite platforms & tell your friends to do the same. Follow along on Facebook and Instagram by searching Hot Shot Archery. Check ou…

This week, Logan is on the phone with real estate & whitetail nutrition wizard Aaron Fast of Red Cedar Land Co in Central Kansas. Aaron gives advice on buying or selling a piece of outdoor heaven, then shares tips on how to grow and maintain a healthy deer herd based on years of his own personal success in Kansas. Visit the web page, thenemophilist…

My guest this week is John Mace, a friend from Idaho I met through mutual connections in the outdoor world. We start off talking about how John got into hunting, how hunting has changed for him over the years, especially big game. On the back half of the episode we discuss John's current addiction, fishing for giants in Idaho's lakes. Having never …

This was a fun one. Forgive the first 10-15 minutes of audio, but we got it fixed after that. I hooked up with Sara Lamson of Lakewood Products via Zoom to share drinks & catch up like we usually only get to do at the ATA show. We talk about disconnecting, & staying positive by focusing on life around you. Get a peek into how she got into the outdo…

Logan and Robin get together over the phone to talk about clothes to make cold weather hunts bearable, look back on our experiences over the year that was 2020, & share a couple Christmas traditions. Be sure to visit our website, Hot Shot Archery, for information on our 2021 Field and Pro Staff, follow us on Facebook and Instagram & email questions…

This week I had the pleasure of talking with 8 year-old Lauren Hiatt, daughter of Landgea owner and Chief Engagement Officer Matt Hiatt, & got to hear all her experience on her first ever deer hunt and being able to tag a buck in Ohio with her dad by her side. What a cool moment for both that neither will ever forget. Hearing her story allowed me t…

This week I'm discussing switching my focus from deer hunting to indoor target archery. Indoor archery is a great way to stay in shape, focus on your shooting form & shot execution so you're working off muscle memory next time that big buck steps into your shooting lane. If you'd like more info about indoor target archery visit www.nfaausa.com Visi…

Logan & Robin kick around some thoughts and opinions on a comment Robin recently saw on social media stating that a person shouldn't feel bad about not having a successful season because hunting is 90% luck & 10% skill. We also discuss the upcoming application period and process for the Hot Shot Archery Pro- & Field-Staff. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to t…

I'm talking with 2-time best selling author, outdoorsman, & Renaissance man, Billy Hoffman (W.C. Hoffman), about his life as a magician, writer, comedian & Hall of Fame wedding officiant...Yeah, I didn't know that was a thing, either. Check out his book series Twins of Prey & other writings HERE Find out more about his comedy work at www.dadbodcome…

Logan & Robin give an update on their deer hunts over the last couple weeks, including Logan's big buck on opening day of firearms deer season in MO. They talk about the jinx of all jinxes: saying anything about getting a deer before you have your hands on it; and how strategies change as we head into late November. Follow us on Facebook and Instag…

In the conclusion of last week's episode, the boy & I finally get around to telling the story of our opening day successes in Missouri, including my biggest buck to date, & what it meant to have him by my side when it all went down...and had to get picked back up! Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, to support the show, find all the …

Get all the details of my rut vacation, or rutcation, the first week of November. I go day-by-day talking about all the highs & lows, & how my predictions and hunts played out over the course of the week. Next week, Jack & I will be talking about our opening weekend of Missouri's firearms deer season. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.c…

THANK YOU VETERANS! message us for details about our veteran and active-duty military and first responder discounts. Robin and Logan are recapping their hunts over the first week of November and discussing the rut activity they saw...or didn't see, during that time, as well as their plans for the rest of this week/weekend. Follow us on Facebook and…

With the prime of whitetail season upon us, Robin & Logan discuss shot placement & less than ideal shots, what sign can tell you about your shot, and tips for when to begin tracking based on that information. If you're heading to the deer woods this year, this is an episode you need to hear. Check out the full lineup of Hot Shot products at www.hot…

This week I'm discussing my final preparations and plans for making the most of my rutcation the first week of November, what my trail cameras are teaching me, as well as my thoughts & advice for those hunting during this final week of October. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, to support the show, find all the platforms the podcas…

Catching up on his limited hunts so far this season, Logan talks about the challenges of committing to self-filming his hunts, what's next in preparing the boy for firearms deer season, and tips for approaching the coming weeks to be successful. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, to support the show, find all the platforms the podca…

Logan & Robin share what they've been seeing, or not seeing, in the deer woods through the first month of Missouri's archery season, then discuss how the ATA's decision to cancel the 2021 Archery Trade Association Show in Indianapolis, IN may or may not impact exhibitors and show attendees as well as what this may mean for the future direction of t…

This week I'm responding to a question from a non-hunting listener whose young daughter is interested in learning how to hunt so she can hunt bears in Alaska. I run through my thought process in trying to provide helpful advice, and the reasoning behind my advice, as well as some of the challenges I can foresee someone needing to take into account …

This week I had a chance to catch up with Christine Davis of America's Best Bowstrings to discuss her experiences in the outdoors, being a woman in the archery industry, & the creepers she deals with on social media. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, to support the show, find all the platforms the podcast is available on, or listen…

This week I connected with my good friend Joelle Myszka via Zoom to discuss her interest in trail hiking - how she got into it, some of her favorite experiences, and one crazy experience involving soap and a rescue team from the local volunteer fire department. Visit the web page, thenemophilist.buzzsprout.com, to support the show, find all the pla…