Wired To Hunt Podcast

This week on the show, I’m joined by Nick Pinizzotto and Hank Forester of the National Deer Association to discuss the future of the Back 40 property, the Field to Fork new hunter mentorship program, and our Back 40 to Fork giveaway. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, we’re taking a break from hardcore strategy and deer hunting deep dives, and instead simply kicking back and catching up with long time Wired to Hunt contributor and deer hunting mad man Dan "Nine Fingers" Johnson.Topics discussed:  Cold weather and herd health Shed hunting  Unethical hunters/poachers Losing access Getting through the offseason   Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, I’m joined by DIY public land bow hunting guru Tony Peterson to explore 10 different off-season tasks that can help you on your path towards your best season ever.   Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, I'm joined by Kip Adams of the National Deer Association to discuss the issues, news, and trends most impacting the future of deer and deer hunting in 2021 and beyond.  Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we're continuing our habitat specific deep-dive series, and today the focus is on open country like Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and similar locales. Joining us to dissect how to hunt these regions are expert whitetail bowhunters Jared Scheffler, Eddie Claypool, and Andy May. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, I'm joined by a phenomenal panel of DIY whitetail experts to dive deep into all aspects of hunting deer in hill country -- my guests being Justin Wright, Joe Elsinger, and Andy May. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, I'm joined by Spencer Neuharth to review the top events, trends, and nation-wide lessons we can all learn from the 2020 hunting season.  Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the podcast, I'm joined by Dan Jajo -- the new hunter we documented through the Back 40 series -- to hear the inspiring story of how he recently killed his very first deer. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show, I'm joined by Josh "Furter" Hillyard to reflect back on the 2020 season and examine the highs and lows of the past four months. Then we follow that up with a great conversation with Luke Thorkildsen of Weatherby about late season firearm do's, don'ts, and maintenance.Topics discussed:  Late season hunting plans Highs and lows of 2020 Chasing target bucks Resolutions for the New Year Weather and firearms  Firearm field care Firearm maintenance and maintenance mistakes  Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, we’re joined by wildlife and habitat consultant Rob Haubry to discuss late season hunting and ideas for improving deer and wildlife habitat.Topics discussed:  Late season hunting plans Hunting small properties Developing small properties Picking a starting point for land improvement  Creating food plots Improving cover  Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, I'm joined by Tony Peterson to answer listener questions on topics ranging from killing does, to finding late season bucks in warm weather, to whether or not helium balloons can lead you to big bucks.  Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country for late December and beyond.States covered: Michigan Texas West Virginia Iowa Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, I’m joined by MeatEater’s Janis Putelis to analyze his 2020 Wisconsin rut bow hunt and explore ways all of us can better learn from our hunts and unfilled tags.Topics discussed:  The dreaded November heat wave Saddle hunting  The urge to tree hop  Scent control vs. wind direction Deer sign and lack thereof  The importance of scouting What to do with limited time and intel Optimism and moving forward   Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country for mid-December.States covered: Kansas Minnesota Kentucky Oklahoma Pennsylvania Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show we’re diving deep into the strategies, challenges, and curves in the road that eventually led to me killing my #1 target buck of 2020 - the 5.5 year old Michigan buck we came to know as Tran. Topics discussed:  Glitter bombs Getting aggressive  Shooting deer from the ground Rut behaviors  The power of new land access Strategically "overhunting" a stand Benefits of compulsive scent control Recovering from missed opportunities The little things that need to go right Learning to truly enjoy the hunt  Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country for early DecemberStates covered: Indiana Alabama South Dakota New York Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show we’re hearing from four different whitetail experts about the challenges and opportunities presented to deer hunters by the month of December. Joining me is Don Higgins, Neil Dougherty, Gabe Adair, and Will Brantley. Topics discussed:  The importance of food sources Reasons to love the late season Bad weather for big bucks  Playing the long game Arguments for sleeping in  Late season calling How and when to check cameras  Avoiding burning out your best spots  When to take a late season risk  The crucial roll of bedding  Keeping the faith   Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country for late November.States covered: Michigan Montana Missouri Florida New Jersey Wisconsin Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show we are tackling the topic of missing a buck and figuring out what to do next. That’s exactly what happened to me last week. Let’s discuss.Topics discussed: Back 40 Season 2 Episode 2 is live!  Dan Jajo's experiences learning to hunt this year Dan's first miss Dan Jajo's Back 40 hunt and taking a shot at his first buck Handling the pain of a miss What to do after a miss How to mentally process a miss and learning from it The latest updates in my hunt for Tran My closest call on my #1 target buck yet My greatest failure this year Missing my target buck and what I'm going to do now Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show we're getting from-the-field updates on deer behavior, activity, and tactics from deer hunters across the country.States covered: Mississippi Nebraska Illinois New Hampshire Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEaterMark Kenyon on Instagram , Twitter , and FacebookMeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeShop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.