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Hoyt Bowhunting Podcast

English, Sports, 1 season, 109 episodes, 4 days, 18 hours, 52 minutes
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From hunting stories to gear -- or backcountry to the back 40, if it happens on a bowhunt we'll talk about it here.
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BIOHACKING FOR THE BACKCOUNTRY | Ben Greenfield

Ben Greenfield sits down with Allen Bolen to discuss BIOHACKING for the ultimate backcountry performance.  Allen and Ben discuss maximizing fuel and food for hunting the backcountry and resetting your body for life and all the things that it can throw at you.
9/16/20241 hour, 34 seconds
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OPTIMIZING BROADHEAD PERFORMANCE | Bill " IRONWILL " Vanderheyden

" This broadhead flies JUST like a field point! " We've all heard it before.  NOW hear the science behind the design to optimizing your broadhead performance with Bill Vanderheyden of IRONWILL Broadheads.
8/28/20241 hour, 15 minutes, 51 seconds
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H.O.W.L | Protecting our Rights as Hunters

There's no doubt that our way of life is under attack.  As hunters it's critical that we all be active and step up to protect the future of hunting for our children and grandchildren and the many generations to come of outdoorsmen and women.  H.O.W.L is an organization that lends us a voice and way to to be heard.  Join Danny Farris as he sits down with John Stallone to discuss how we can join the fight to protect our hunting rights.
8/21/20241 hour, 20 minutes, 24 seconds
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I'M BACK | John Dudley

" I'M BACK " - John Dudley sits down and is welcomed HOME! WATCH ON YOUTUBE:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbIWlsMPwPE  
8/9/20241 hour, 44 minutes, 44 seconds
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BY THE NUMBERS | Jeremy Dugger

For years Jeremy Dugger of Xpert Archery, a Pro Shop in New Mexico, has been asking his customers a series of questions about their hunts.  Specifically about their set-ups and performance in the field and the results - are QUITE EYE OPENING!
7/31/20241 hour, 25 minutes, 15 seconds
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PROTECTING OUR HERITAGE | Pope and Young: Part 2

Allen continues his conversation with Pope and  Young discussing their convention, new world records, and their growth.   Become a Pope and Young member and help protect our hunting heritage for the next generation at:  https://www.pope-young.org/membership-options  
7/24/202441 minutes, 58 seconds
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BECOMING SPOT HOGG | Josh Johnson

For decades Spot Hogg has been an industry leader building a reputation on durability and dependability.  Join us as we hear the stories from Josh Johnson on how they became Spot Hogg! 
7/17/20241 hour, 26 minutes, 49 seconds
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A CANADIAN EXPERIENCE | Keith Beasley

Keith Beasley from Canada in the Rough joins Danny and Evan on this episode as they discuss Keith and Evan's recent adventure to Ontario to hunt " CRANKER " Carnivores - Spring Bears!!!   Canada in the Rough YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@canadaintheroughtv/videos Best of Bears Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inJFu9OGr64 Shot Placement Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_oSJCcjzvZs  
7/3/20241 hour, 6 minutes, 37 seconds
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POPE AND YOUNG | Part 1

Host Allen Bolen sits down with Dallas Smith and Justin Spring from the Pope and Young Club for Part 1 of their conversation on conservation and all the exciting new things with the Pope and Young Club.   The Pope and Young Club stands with bowhunting!  Defending our passions, that are committed, they are vigilant and we as a community must stand united.  That fight that we face isn't reserved only for those in a record books.  Every bowhunter and future bowhunter and potential bowhunter should join their ranks so that all may enjoy the pursuits and passions of bowhunting that we do today and for years to come.  Now is the time for us to Preserve, Promote and Protect out Heritage, our Legacy and our Future! https://www.pope-young.org/  
6/28/202448 minutes, 40 seconds
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PROTECTING OUR HERITAGE | Dan Gates

Our traditions and way of life are under attack!  The anti-hunting movement is stronger than ever and they are coming in force.  Dan Gates joins Host Danny Farris to discuss the initiatives facing sportsmen in Colorado AND the effect that their fight will have in YOUR state and on your hunting future!
6/2/20241 hour, 33 minutes, 52 seconds
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ARCHERY'S NEXT GENERATION | UltraView

The history and focus behind the hottest accessories on the market today with Kolby Hanley, founder of UltraView Archery.  Join Hosts Danny Farris and Evan Williams as they are able to find out more about UV and not only where they came from but where they are going!
5/17/20241 hour, 29 minutes, 22 seconds
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FUELING YOUR INNER WARRIOR | Ryan Alspach

If you work as hard in the "off-season" training, shooting, shed hunting, getting in food plots checking cameras, hanging sets and more then you NEED to make sure that you are fueling your body for performance.  Ryan Alspach of WARRIOR FUEL SUPPLEMENTS sits down with Allen Bolen and Evan Williams to discuss your bodies needs for performance in all aspects of life as well as a little campfire chatting and story telling from Ryan's OTC hunts.
5/10/20241 hour, 25 minutes, 48 seconds
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T A C | Sean DeGray

Tis TAC SEASON!  The MASTERMIND behind the Total Archery Challenge events - Sean DeGray sits down with Allen Bolen and Evan Williams to discuss everything about TAC!  How it started - where its going - and SOOOO much more!
4/15/202459 minutes, 32 seconds
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TAC | Sean DeGray

Tis the season of TAC ( Total Archery Challenge )!  Hoyt Bowhunting Hosts Allen Bolen and Evan Williams sit down with the Master Mind behind these amazing events to discuss the history, development and the fun that is to be had by all!  
4/12/20249 seconds
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CHANGE OF PACE | Yahsti Perkins

Our Pow Wow with Perkins!  Yahsti Perkins is known for harvesting GIANT bulls with his bow and now host Danny Farris gets a chance to sit down with him to sling some BS, share some stories, and talk open country thunder chickens on this episode of the Hoyt Bowhunting Podcast.  Want to SEE the podcast!!  Check out our YouTube Channel for our podcasts going visual at: https://www.youtube.com/@hoytarcheryofficial/featured  
4/8/20241 hour, 28 minutes, 50 seconds
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Adam Hays | BOONER FOR THE BOOKS

What do you do with a "blown" season ... end it with your twelfth BOONER!  Adam Hays had bucks poached, shot by neighbors and more but stayed after it to connect in the late season on his TWELFTH Booner! 
3/1/202440 minutes, 37 seconds
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COLORADO CALAMTY: Wolves and MORE!

They're here and now what!  Wolves have hit the ground in Colorado and there's not only more wolves to come BUT there is more legislation coming that could have catastrophic implications for the future of hunting in Colorado.  Join host Danny Farris as he sits down with Aron Snyder, Derek Wolfe and Lane Walter as they discuss what the reintroduction of wolves means to ranchers and hunters in Colorado as well as what implications ballot biology could play in the years to come for not only Colorado but EVERY state in the country.
2/8/20241 hour, 9 minutes, 18 seconds
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LOCHNESS | Owen Reigler's Quest for 200

Owen Reigler has dreamed of chasing monster whitetail's on his farm in Iowa and the 2023 season did NOT disappoint!  Join Hoyt Bowhunting Host Danny Farris and Evan Williams as they sit down hear the story of Owen's Iowa LOCHNESS MONSTER ( 213" ).   Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdPm-xQK5p0&t=2690s  
1/22/202445 minutes, 17 seconds
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CALLING AN AUDIBLE | Kaleb Greiner

When everything this season seems to be stacked against him Iowa native Kaleb Greiner calls an audible midseason and harvests ... well you'll hear all about it here with Host Danny Farris as they relive Kaleb's Iowa blitz.   To see the video of this hunt:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZQ-D-2kK_E  
1/9/20241 hour, 1 minute, 47 seconds
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LATE SEASON DESERT MULEYS | James Yates

The RUT continues!  Opportunities are all over to extend your hunting season.  Join Host Allen Bolen and Western Hunter Magazine Editor James Yates as they discuss hunting rutting desert Muleys!
12/29/20231 hour, 6 seconds
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JEREMIAH DOUGHTY | From Field to Plate

Game on the ground.  Tagged Punched.  Now what?  Host Allen Bolen sits down with Jeremiah Doughty: Professional Chef, hunter, writer and podcaster to learn about field care, meat cuts and how to maximize your harvest from the field to your plate.
12/14/20231 hour, 4 minutes, 15 seconds
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2024 PRODUCT PREMIER

IN SHOPS NOW!!!   Host Danny Farris is joined by Hoyt President Zak Kurtzhals, Engineering Manager Brian Gold and Director of Marketing Jeremy Eldredge as this quintuplet of experienced bowhunters talks shop around the newly launched 2024 Hoyt Product Line. 
12/1/202350 minutes, 39 seconds
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BOWHUNTING WHITETAIL Q & A

What have you forgotten about Bowhunting Whitetails?  Join Danny Farris and special guest Co-Host Josh Sparks of Midwest Whitetail for this episode of BOWHUNTING WHITETAILS.  Danny and Josh sit down with Tyler Christophel, from Tennessee, as he begins his journey into the world of bowhunting whitetails.  What have you forgotten about bowhunting whitetails?  Join us as we begin to scratch the surface with a beginner bowhunter!
10/19/20231 hour, 12 minutes, 50 seconds
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SEASON OF DREAMS | Jared Mills

Great friend, Jared Mills, sits down with Hoyt Bowhunting Host Danny Farris and Evan Williams to tell the story of his Iowa TRIFECTA!!!  Jared filled all 3 of his Iowa buck tags during the 2022 season for the first time ever.  See the videos on Jared's YouTube channel: WORLD CLASS 194" Typical at 3 yards  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54_47gk6P6U Another GIANT at 3 STEPS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWwB7Ivl0ws&t=514s 5 MINUTES LEFT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pb5loTFl_hk&t=1010s  
10/11/20231 hour, 12 minutes, 8 seconds
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Adventure Abounds | Tyler Ridenour

Join host Allen Bolen as he sits down with good friend Tyler Ridenour.  Tyler ventured to New Zealand to hunt Stag, Tar and Chamois with his family in this story from the season.
9/28/202331 minutes, 23 seconds
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DIY ELK | Q & A with Hoyt

Long time friend of Co-host Evan Williams, Tyson Kline, joins the podcast today with both Danny and Evan as they sit down for a little DIY Elk Q & A.  Tyson is preparing for his first archery elk hunt and had a list of questions that Danny and Evan begin to tackle.
9/14/20231 hour, 19 minutes, 4 seconds
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DIY CARIBOU | Q & A with Allen Bolen

Host Allen Bolen is joined by Utah natives Logan Larson and Albert Jefferson as they prepare for their first Alaskan Adventure chasing Barren Ground Caribou.  Logan and Albert have compiled a list of questions to ask Allen with his extensive knowledge of Alaska and hunting Caribou.
9/6/20231 hour, 9 minutes, 21 seconds
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BOWHUNTING RUTTING BULLS | Ralph & Vicki Cianciarulo

There's nothing like getting in close on Rutting Bulls and no one gets closer on them than Ralph and Vicki Cianciarulo.  Join Host Danny Farris and Evan Williams as they discuss one of this amazing couples's closest rutting bull encounters in the field and how BOTH hunts came together.
8/25/202351 minutes, 56 seconds
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BOWHUNTING THE PRINCE OF THE PLAINS | Jace Bauserman

Join the Hoyt Bowhunting Podcast Team as they sit down with Jace Bauserman.  Writer, editor, and ANTELOPE KING; Jace, Danny and Evan discuss bowhunting strategies and throwing the kitchen sink at these Prince's of the Plains.
8/18/20231 hour, 8 minutes, 57 seconds
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OVERCOMING ADVERSITY | Matt Bateman

The definition of mentally tough!  Hear from Matt Bateman on the successes he achieved during his 2022 hunting season and what he had to overcome physically in the process.
7/7/202359 minutes, 27 seconds
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DIY: ALASKA | Justin Shaffer

Alaska - DIY!  Does it get ANY BETTER!!!  Join host Allen Bolen and GREAT friend Justin Shaffer as they discuss the options and OPPORTUNITIES for Non-Resident hunters looking to conquer THE LAST FRONTIER!
5/24/20231 hour, 5 minutes, 54 seconds
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WINNING BEFORE YOU TAKE THE SHOT | Brady Ellison

Allen Bolen sits down with the ONE and ONLY; Brady Ellison!  Brady is an AVID hunter and US Olympian.  Multiple time Olympic Medalist and the most decorated archery in the history of the World Archery Federation.  Join us as we discuss success before you execute your shot and stories from the field hunting with Brady.
5/17/20231 hour, 56 seconds
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SELECTING THE BEST GLASS FOR YOUR HUNT | Mark Boardman

Hoyt Bowhunting host Allen Bolen is joined by Mark Boardman from Vortex Optics to discuss all things GLASS!  Terminology, Pros/Cons, Glassing benefits from a Tripod and so much more in Episode 77!
5/3/202357 minutes, 57 seconds
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PASSION REDEFINED | Marc Smith

Our great friend Marc Smith joins Danny and Evan to discuss his passion for Mule Deer and what his move home to Texas has taught him and how that move has rejuvenated and energized his passions for the outdoors.
4/26/20231 hour, 1 minute, 55 seconds
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BOWHUNTING INJURY PREVENTION | Dr. Preston Ward

Dr. Preston Ward joins Allen and Evan to discuss extending our time in the field as bowhunters.  Injury prevention and building a bowhunting bulletproof body so that we can enjoy our passions longer in life.  Dr. Ward is a Physical Therapist who has built his practice specifically around his passion for bowhunting and he works directly with the US National Team as well as some of the top ranked tournament archers in the world and world renown bowhunters. 
4/19/202348 minutes, 48 seconds
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TURKEY REAPER | Ken Byers

Ken Byers and the Hooked Hunting Team are credited with over 900 turkey harvests!  Listen as he joins Hoyt Bowhunting Hosts Danny Farris and Evan Williams as they discuss Ken's incredible record hunting Gobblers and his keys to Spring Success.
4/11/20230
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EPIC OUTDOORS | Playing the Points Game

Hoyt Bowhunting hosts Danny Farris and Evan Williams sit down with Jason Carter, Adam Bronson, and John Petersen of Epic Outdoors to talk about playing the western points game.  The crew at Epic Outdoors have a passion for the outdoors and a long history for planning and preparing a multitude of strategies when it comes to the Western States' applications and knowing how to maximize your goals as hunter when you're looking to either get started building points or cash them in for that limited entry opportunity.
3/27/20231 hour, 16 minutes, 3 seconds
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CLIFFHANGER | Brandon Lamb and Craig Temple

Our Stories from the Season Series continues as Host Allen Bolen is joined by Brandon Lamb and Craig Temple to hear more about their Over-the-Counter Alberta Bighorn hunt with the NEW VTM bows.  It's a real CLIFFHANGER you won't want to miss!
3/16/20231 hour, 39 seconds
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QB SACKS TO GATHERING RACKS | Derek Wolfe

Former NFL GREAT Defensive End #95 Derek Wolfe joins Hoyt Bowhunting hosts Danny Farris and Evan Williams to talk about his mindset and playing in the NFL to the love and passion he shares with us all in hunting as he transitions from his NFL retirement to being a face and spokesman for the hunting community. 
3/7/20231 hour, 19 minutes, 56 seconds
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ADDING A SADDLE TO YOUR BOWHUNTING TOOLBOX | TETHRD

Hoyt Bowhunting's Danny Farris and Evan Williams catch up with Gregg and Ernie of Tethrd Nation to discuss - SADDLE HUNTING.  Everyone's hunting styles are a little different and on today's episode Gregg and Ernie tell us about getting their business off the ground and the benefits of adding a tree saddle to your bowhunting toolbox for greater success!
1/30/20231 hour, 31 seconds
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MINDSET AND MULE DEER | Marlon Holden

Join host Allen Bolen and Evan Williams as they sit down with Marlon Holden to talk about a successful mindset in business and while in the field hunting Marlon's majesties of graylight, Mule Deer.
12/28/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 39 seconds
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200” ON REPEAT | Bailey Pattin

Join Hoyt Bowhunting hosts Danny Farris and Evan Williams as they sit down and talk with Bailey Pattin of Garmin about his back-to-back seasons of 200" bucks.  From his families management of permission pieces to the unfolding of his harvests.  Enjoy this Story from the Season!  
12/19/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 15 seconds
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All Things Arrows with Steve ” Big Cat ” Anderson

Host Allen Bolen and Steve Anderson break down all things arrows.  From proper spine and tuning to components and some long range things to think about from a World Champion when its comes to his approach to selecting and building out his arrow set-up for the season.
12/14/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 46 seconds
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Crazy Day in the Whitetail Woods with Tyson Yates

Join Hosts Danny Farris and Evan Williams as they sit down with Tyson Yates of Easton Technical Products and discuss Tyson's unique encounter, as a newer whitetail hunter, during his hunt in Kansas and Danny pours his heart out in devastating fashion after his Kansas hunt for a GIANT 8!
12/7/20221 hour, 15 minutes, 23 seconds
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DEER BIOLOGY 101 | CJ Winand

Join Hosts Danny Farris and Evan Williams as they discuss deer biology and why they do what they do with Biologist CJ Winand. 
11/30/20221 hour, 21 minutes, 36 seconds
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2023 Hoyt Product Premiere

Hoyt Bowhunting Host Allen Bolen sits down with Hoyt VP Zak Kurtzhals and Hoyt Product Engineering Manager Brian Gold to get the rundown on the 2023 Hoyt Product Line.
11/18/202253 minutes, 53 seconds
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FIELD JUDGING WHITETAIL | Bill Winke

Bill Winke joins Evan Williams and Allen Bolen to discuss field judging whitetail based on age and not score.
10/28/202256 minutes, 57 seconds
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BOW SIGHT TECHNOLOGY TO INCREASE SUCCESS | GARMIN XERO

Join us today with our host Evan Williams as we talk about the new Garmin Xero sight. We sit down with Garmin's own Rehan Nana and Chad VanCamp as well as Dan'l Anselmo, Hoyt engineer. Many bow hunters think twice about adding technology to their bows to avoid errors or missteps while out in the field. In this podcast, we go over all the advantages the Garmin Xero sight brings to the table and how you can make that final shot with confidence knowing your equipment will work how it's supposed to. 
9/14/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 14 seconds
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EXPANDING YOUR ELK VOCABULARY | Beau Brooks

Danny Farris and Evan Williams sit down with Beau Brooks and talk Elk. Beau breaks down different ways and tactics to best communicate with these majestic animals. You'll hear Beau making these different calls and why he makes them. This podcast will for sure help you move to the next level of elk calling and right in time for the season. 
8/19/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 42 seconds
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SEARCHING FOR AND LOCATING ELK | Ryan Carter

Danny Farris and Evan Williams sit down with Ryan Carter and talk about ways to locate elk and the best ways to search for them. You'll learn what Ryan has learned over the years of elk hunting, that have helped him find and kill some monster bulls. You'll learn how to find them with or without game cameras.
8/17/202256 minutes, 43 seconds
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PREPARING FOR YOUR NEXT OUT-OF-STATE HUNT | Tony Trietch

Danny Farris and Evan Williams sit down with Tony Trietch and discuss all the different ways you can start prepping for your upcoming out-of-state hunt. Out-of-state hunts come with multiple challenges that can keep you from getting the most out of your hunt. Tony teaches everything he has learned from his multiple out-of-state tags and what you can start doing now to prepare for your upcoming hunt.  
7/20/202257 minutes, 16 seconds
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BOWS, BULLS, AND BEGINNING A FITNESS JOURNEY | Rich Froning

Danny Farris and Evan Williams sit down with Rich Froning and talk about getting in shape for your hunting trip and how to get started. 
6/17/202253 minutes, 53 seconds
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DEEP DIVE INTO BOW TUNING | Jesse Broadwater

Allen Bolen and Evan Williams talk with professional archer Jesse Broadwater about how to properly tune your bow. Learn how to properly judge your groups to make sure you're making the correct adjustments to your bow. Also, get valuable insight on the impact that vanes and broadheads have on the flight of your arrow. You may think you know how to tune your bow, but Jesse will give you some tips to take your bow tuning to the next level.  
5/23/20221 hour, 20 minutes, 53 seconds
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CHOOSING THE PERFECT RELEASE | Forrest Carter

Allen and Evan sit down with Forrest Carter of Carter Enterprises to talk about choosing the perfect release. In this podcast, you'll learn the pros and cons of each style of release and how to become consistent and accurate with the style you choose. Other key topics include how a hinge release functions and how to properly shoot a finger release, because frankly... you're probably doing it wrong. 
5/2/20221 hour, 32 seconds
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PROTECTING BOWHUNTERS’ RIGHTS | Henry Ferguson

Chairman of Colorado Bowhunters Association Henry Ferguson joins the Hoyt podcast to talk mule deer, hunting rights, wildlife and legislation, bowhunters in blaze orange, advocating for bowhunters, getting involved, and much more.
4/19/202254 minutes, 54 seconds
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TURKEY TACTICS & STRATEGIES THROUGH THE SEASON | Beau Brooks

Join us once again as Host Danny Farris and Evan Williams sit down with Beau Brooks as they discuss the different targeted strategies for hunting Thunder Chickens through the seasons of the spring. From the first part of March hunting cautious pecking order establishing Osceola's to late May Mountain Merriam's hear Beau's approaches to the different timing of the seasons for turkeys as well as the differences in attitude and approach that differentiate the sub-species' from one another.
4/8/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 53 seconds
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TURKEY CALLING MASTER CLASS | Beau Brooks

Champion caller Beau Brooks gives a full-on master class in turkey calling. From beginner to expert techniques, Beau gives vital tips to help every hunter find more success when calling turkeys.
3/31/202254 minutes, 2 seconds
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BIG BUCKS, GIANT BULLS, AND BOW TUNING | Randy Ulmer

Randy Ulmer sits with Allen to go over Randy's big 2021 season with all of its ups and downs. This episode is full of big bucks, giant bulls, and a slew of hunting stories from one of the greats. They also talk about "creep tuning" and bow tuning tricks that might help you with your own setup.
2/16/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 59 seconds
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HOYT 2022 BOW LINEUP BREAKDOWN

Danny and Hoyt President Zak Kurtzhals do a deep dive into Hoyt's new 2022 bow lineup. Zak discusses the technology and ideas behind our new lineup along with the "why" and "how" these changes came about. If you're wanting to learn more about the 2022 lineup, or have questions regarding a specific bow, we highly recommend you take a listen.
1/3/202258 minutes, 41 seconds
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DEDICATION, LEADERSHIP, AND BOWHUNTING | Zak Kurtzhals

Host Danny Farris and Hoyt's new president, Zak Kurtzhals have an awesome chat in this podcast and talk about Zak's new position as President of Hoyt, building a strong team, how Zak originally got into archery, going from product engineer to president, how Hoyt's leadership is built of passionate bowhunters/archers, Zak's love for bowhunting--especially elk, and the full story of Zak's recent elk hunt in which he harvested a huge 7x7 public land bull.
12/16/20211 hour, 5 minutes, 22 seconds
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ALL THINGS WHITETAIL

Guest Kris Seymour of Team 200 sits down with our host Allen Bolen to discuss anything and everything whitetail. They talk about Kris's introduction into the industry, his love and expertise for bowhunting whitetails, and much much more.
11/26/20211 hour, 41 seconds
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WHITETAIL RUT REPORT | KANSAS & ARKANSAS

Host Evan Williams sits down with Hoyt President, Zak Kurtzhals and guest Stephen Gadberry to discuss the rutting activity in both Kansas and Arkansas.
11/2/202125 minutes, 30 seconds
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VANE AND ARROW SETUPS | Nick Fisher

President of AAE Archery, Nick Fisher, sits down with Allen Bolen and Evan Williams to talk vanes, arrow setups, tuning, and all the technical details of creating the perfect system that works for you.
11/1/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 30 seconds
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HUNTING & OUTDOOR PHOTOGRAPHY | Craig Temple

Danny talks with hunter/photographer Craig Temple from Alberta. Craig is a gifted photographer and dedicated bowhunter that knows how to get it done through the lens as well as through the bow and this podcast is great for those wanting to learn more about both. Topics discussed: Hunt opportunities in Alberta, antelope hunting being similar to caribou hunting, hunting with your kids, Craig's introduction into bowhunting as a boy, hunting photography, photography tips for when you're in the field, taking proper trophy photos, bowhunting bull moose, light arrow setups.
10/20/202155 minutes, 35 seconds
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HUNTING OCTOBER WHITETAILS | Midwest Whitetail

Jared Mills and Mike Reed of Midwest Whitetail sit down with Bill Winke and talk all about hunting whitetails during October. If you're hitting the stand, or thinking about getting into the whitetail woods during October, listen to this podcast to get in-depth hunting tactics to help you fill your tag.
10/13/20211 hour, 5 minutes, 42 seconds
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STORIES FROM THE WILD YUKON | Greg Mchale

Avid bowhunter, adventurer, and tv host, Greg Mchale, knows a thing or two about living life to the fullest. Discuss adventure racing, near-death experiences, hunting in the Yukon, and so much more.
10/6/20211 hour, 31 seconds
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A KILLER MENTALITY | Brendan Burns

Allen sits down with Brendan Burns, Chief Hunting Officer of KUIU, and talks about how Brendan has come to have a killer mentality in bowhunting. Brendan has killed huge animals, and not by accident. He is mentally tough, extremely strong-willed, and his hunting instincts are beyond comparison. This is a great episode for those looking to take their hunting game to the next level.
9/28/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 4 seconds
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LATHROP & SONS BOOTS AND FOOTBEDS | Stephen and James Lathrop

Stephen and James Lathrop or Lathrop & Sons aren't just outdoorsmen who started a boot and footbed company. They're legitimate foot doctors who have used their knowledge to help hunters take proper care of their feet. Each person's feet are different, which means you need a tailored, customized fit to keep your feet in prime condition while in the field. In this podcast, the Lathrop Brothers go into how their footbeds and custom boots can help you achieve the ultimate footwear fit, resulting in enhanced performance as well as how you can better take care of your feet while hunting.
9/23/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 37 seconds
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BACKPACKING AND BACKCOUNTRY HUNTING TACTICS | Aron Snyder

Danny and Evan talk with Aron Snyder, owner of Kifaru International, about all things backpacking. Aron is a well-known industry figure and an incredibly accomplished backcountry hunter who has extensive knowledge of backpacking and backcountry hunting.  Topics discussed: What it's like running a podcast, hiking/training at home, being a "fat kid" but still staying healthy, backpack cardio, training exercises to help for your pack backing hunt, how much weight to train with, correct pack fitting, building your pack system for your needs, how big your pack should be compared to how many days you're out in the field, understanding how much weight you can handle, clothing systems for backpacking, other backpacking gear to consider, food and sustenance for long backpacking trips, don't go on a diet when in the backcountry, tricks for packing food, drinking water systems, traditional archery and the Hoyt Satori.
9/8/20211 hour, 18 minutes, 34 seconds
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BIGHORN SHEEP HUNT OF A LIFETIME | Jace Bauserman

Danny sits down with Jace Bauserman, an outdoor and hunting writer, to talk about Jace's recent sheep hunting in Colorado. Jace was lucky enough to draw a coveted bighorn sheep tag and tagged out on one heck of a ram that measured over 170". Topics discussed: The excitement of finally drawing a sheep tag, how rare an opportunity it really is, Jace's skill as an ultra-marathon runner, literally running an antelope to death, Jace's bow setup for his sheep hunt, scouting for this hunt, using human intel along with digital scouting methods, glassing for ants and elephants, shooting practice and preparation for the hunt, steep angles and third axis, angle compensation, line of sight vs. true ballistic range, the benefit of hard 3D shoots in the offseason, it all comes down to one shot, how elevation changes can affect your arrow, having strong support from the folks back home, the play-by-play of Jace getting to his ram, not putting too much pressure on yourself, and how giving your absolute best is all you can do.
8/31/202158 minutes, 55 seconds
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A COMPLETE GUIDE TO ELK CALLING | Beau Brooks

Beau Brooks, a highly successful elk caller and guide, talks with host Danny Farris about elk calling tactics. From early season to the heat of the rut, Beau's the guy who knows how to get big bulls fired up through his calling skills. Topics discussed: How Beau got into elk calling competitions, building game calls and turning it into a business, working with Power Calls, the difference between calling competitions and calling in the field, you don't have to be amazing to call in elk, mistakes people make when trying to call elk, calling takes a lot of patience, early-season approaches, elk around the West seem to be getting over-pressured, look at hunting closer to the roads, lessons learned from past scenarios, advanced cow calling tactics, diaphragm vs. external calls, Beau's "secret" cow call, times of the day that are perfect for getting big bulls, non-traditional calling, Beau's hunt plans this year, similarities of elk hunting and turkey hunting.
8/25/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 28 seconds
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THE POPE & YOUNG CLUB | Jason Rounsaville and Dallas Smith

Danny and Allen sit down with Jason Rounsaville and Dallas Smith of Pope & Young at this year's P&Y Biennial Convention in Reno, NV. Topics discussed include Pope & Young as the voice of bowhunting, defining "fair chase", P&Y's momentum moving forward, the three pillars of P&Y, the purpose behind scoring animals, the comradery in the club, rules and regulations from state to state, preserving the heritage of bowhunting, the P&Y Bowhunting Museum, promoting the P&Y Club and expanding its reach, challenges facing Pope & Young, what bowhunting means to Dallas and Jason, and more.
8/17/20211 hour, 4 minutes, 19 seconds
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FROM THE NFL TO THE TREESTAND | Carson and Zach Wentz

NFL quarterback Carson Wentz and his brother Zach Wentz talk about their venture, Wentz Bros Outdoors, as well balancing football and hunting. Other topics discussed include how both brothers got into hunting, what it was like growing up in North Dakota, getting traded to the Colts, the benefits of Indiana hunting, Carson getting drafted number 2 overall, Carson and Zach's favorite species to hunt, past hunting stories, dreams of hunting moose in Alaska,  hunting elk, challenges that arise during the hunt, and the Carson Wentz AO1 Foundation and what it's about.
8/6/202155 minutes, 23 seconds
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HUNTING THE BACKCOUNTRY | Steve Speck

Allen sits down with Steve Speck, owner and founder of EXO MTN Gear, S and S archery, and the NW Mountain Challenge to talk about everything around backpacking and hunting the deep backcountry of the West.
7/21/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 46 seconds
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THE HUNTING COUPLE THAT DOESN'T STOP | Ralph & Vicki Cianciarulo

We sit down with Ralph and Vicki Cianciarulo of Archer's Choice and discuss their move out west, how they both met, being positive role models in the hunting space, and much much more. Other topics discussed: Ralph and Vicki's move out west, enough mounts to fill 3 U-Hauls, adjusting to Colorado, having western big game right outside your front door, the one animal Ralph and Vicki would hunt if they could only choose one, the "Whitetail Addiction", competing against your spouse for who has the bigger deer, Ralph and Vicki's hunt plans this year, some Hoyt updates, Ralph and Vicki's bow rigs for this year, how Ralph and Vicki met at Ralph's bow shop, women in hunting and what Vicki's experience through the years, being positive role models in the hunting space, and passing on the hunting heritage.
7/14/202154 minutes, 1 second
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THE REALTREE LEGACY | Tyler Jordan

Guest host Bill Winke sits down with Tyler Jordan of Realtree to talk about the beginnings of Realtree and its future as well as some behind the scenes of the industry titan.   Other topics discussed: Getting your spouse into hunting, balancing hunting and family, a day in the life of working at Realtree, branching out to other industries aside from hunting, the long reach of Realtree, Tyler's normal work schedule, Realtree's expansion plans, hunting stories of Tyler's youth, Realtree hunting camps through the years, and turkey hunting with President Jimmy Carter.
7/6/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 38 seconds
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COMPLETING THE NORTH AMERICAN SUPER SLAM | Casey Brooks

Danny and Evan sit down with Casey Brooks and talk about his journey of completing the North American Super Slam. Topics discussed: Casey's insane success as a bowhunter, how turkey hunting is underrated, how Casey originally got into bowhunting, the Rambo bow, how Casey's wife has turned into a hunter, the decision to pursue the Super Slam, dangers of bear hunting, hunting blacktail deer, why Casey doesn't like moose meat but loves to hunt them, Casey's Montana 190" Shiras moose, chasing a polar bear with a dog sled, and Casey's future hunting plans.
6/22/202158 minutes, 21 seconds
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CELEBRATING HUNTING CULTURE | Michael Waddell

Allen sits down with Michael Waddell, creator and host of Bone Collector, and discusses how Mike started in the hunting industry and how important it is to keep the hunting culture alive today. Other topics discussed: How Mike started in the industry, his relationship with Bill Jordan and Realtree, his journey and growth within the hunting industry, developing quality hunting TV, being real and relatable, Mike's relationship with the legendary Chuck Adams, standing up for the hunting culture, owning-up to why we hunt, it's more than just for the meat, there's nothing wrong with chasing big bucks and bulls, Mike's untold ghost experience while hunting, respecting other people's preferences.
6/16/20211 hour, 9 minutes, 6 seconds
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CLOSE ENCOUNTERS WHILE HUNTING GRIZZLY | Cameron Hanes

Our hosts  Allen Bolen and Danny Farris sit down with the man himself, Cameron Hanes, to discuss his insane Alaska grizzly bear hunt. Despite a full pass-through on the first shot and a significant blood trail to follow, Cam's grizzly bear still had enough life in it to charge Cam and came within a few feet of taking him out before it expired.  Other topics discussed include prepping and training for your hunt both mentally and physically, learning from past hunts to better your future hunts, how bowhunting humbles you, sticking to it and not giving up, how bowhunting is more than just a hobby, hunting Alaska for the first time without Cam's best friend, Roy, the deep connections that are built between hunting partners, the dangers surrounding grizzly bear hunting, the need to believe in yourself to be successful as a bowhunter, and how success breeds hate from others.
6/4/20211 hour, 33 seconds
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THE MULE DEER KING OF 2020 | Marlon Holden

Marlon Holden, mule deer fanatic and gifted photographer, covers his insane 2020 season as well as specific tactics he uses to tag out on big mule deer every year.
6/1/20211 hour, 7 minutes, 44 seconds
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COLORADO BIG 9, ALL WITH A BOW | Justin Davis

Justin Davis is the youngest person ever to take the Colorado Big 9 (elk, mule deer, whitetail, antelope, black bear, mountain lion, moose, mountain goat, and bighorn sheep). Justin goes over his story and how he did it in this episode of the Hoyt Bowhunting podcast.
5/25/202158 minutes, 12 seconds
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DIY MULE DEER BOWHUNTING | Randy Walk

Hoyt President Randy Walk and host Danny Farris cover the ins and outs of DIY Mule Deer bowhunting. Topics covered include: when to close the distance and when to hold up, the importance of extreme patience when stalking-in, understanding how mule deer think/act, mule deer bow setups, the danger of having too much "bow", advice for beginner mule deer hunters, and Randy's 2021 hunting plans.
5/18/20211 hour, 5 minutes, 27 seconds
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E-SCOUTING THE RIGHT WAY | Ed Gramza

Ed Gramza of Basemap discusses several tips and tactics to e-scout efficiently including handheld GPS vs. Phone, how to save phone battery while using your phone maps, 3D mapping, Basemap's HuntWindTM, and more.
5/11/202154 minutes, 49 seconds
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HUNTING WHITETAIL FROM THE GROUND | Matt Palmquist

Matt Palmquist along with Danny and Evan talk about the highs and lows of their 2020 Kansas whitetail season. Specifically, they talk about using bow-mounted decoys to hunt whitetail from the ground.
5/4/20211 hour, 10 minutes, 27 seconds
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TALKIN' TURKEY | Jace Bauserman

Outdoor writer and turkey expert Jace Bauserman talks turkey setups, tactics, strategies, and everything turkey hunting.
4/27/20211 hour, 11 minutes, 24 seconds
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TURNING CLOTHING INTO GEAR | John Barklow

John Barklow of Sitka discusses the importance of knowing your clothing gear in order to maximize your hunt and keep you in the field longer.
4/20/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 22 seconds
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THE SCIENCE BEHIND KUIU CAMO | Kevin Wilkey

Kevin Wilkey of KUIU breaks down the science and technology behind the brand's top-of-the-line hunting camouflage.
4/13/202157 minutes, 20 seconds
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DIY CARIBOU HUNTING | Curt Wells & Jeremy Eldredge

Bowhunter TV host, Curt Wells, tells the story of his 2020 DIY Alaskan caribou hunt with Hoyt's Marketing Director, Jeremy Eldredge, and discusses how to plan and prepare for your own caribou hunt.
4/8/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 22 seconds
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SHED HUNTING | Midwest Whitetail

Jared Mills and Josh Sparks from Midwest Whitetail sit down to discuss tips and tactics of shed hunting as well as how shed hunting can be a useful scouting activity for deer hunts later on in the year.
3/25/20211 hour, 6 minutes, 13 seconds
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TURKEY HUNTING TIPS AND TACTICS | Andrew Gue

Turkey Fanatic Andrew Gue sits down with Host Danny Farris to talk about patience, decoying, turkey grip and grins and all things Thunder Chicken!
3/22/20211 hour, 11 minutes, 51 seconds
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MONSTER SEASON | Nick Mundt

Bone Collector Nick Mundt sits down with Hoyt Bowhunting to recap his 2020 season and the harvesting of the biggest whitetail of his life.
3/10/20211 hour, 6 minutes, 8 seconds
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MILLENNIAL MAN | Chad Mendes

Former UFC fighter, NCAA national runner-up wrestler, and passionate hunter, Chad Mendes, sits down with Hosts Allen Bolen and Evan Williams to discuss everything from mental toughness to exercise and nutrition.
2/5/20211 hour, 31 seconds
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BEST SEASON EVER AND VENTUM FIRST IMPRESSIONS | Travis "T-Bone" Turner

T-Bone tells all about shooting the two biggest bucks of his life this season, shares his first impressions of the Ventum  and puts the rumors to rest about where his nickname came from.
1/22/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 27 seconds
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NEW VENTUM AND RX-5: ALL ABOUT THE 2021 BOWS | Hoyt Engineers

Zak Kurtzhals and Brian Gold from the Hoyt Engineering team talk with Danny and Allen about all the ins and outs of the new 2021 Ventum and RX-5 bows. 
1/13/20211 hour, 1 minute, 47 seconds
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WORLD'S LARGEST WHITETAIL | Luke Brewster

Luke Brewster shares his hunt for what would become the largest whitetail ever taken by a hunter. This is big!
12/10/202056 minutes, 1 second
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GIANT BUCKS IN THE BACKYARDS OF ATLANTA | Seek 1

Urban hunting at it's best. The guys with Seek 1 share their secrets and stories of killing giant whitetails in urban settings. You won't believe what they go through to make it happen.
12/9/202058 minutes, 55 seconds
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A CONVERSATION WITH A BOWHUNTING LEGEND | Randy Ulmer

Allen and Randy talk shot distance, shot placement, bow and arrow setups, and MUCH more.
11/19/20201 hour, 4 minutes, 53 seconds
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ON THE GROUND: BOW-MOUNTED DECOY TACTICS

Changing the game to target those leery and elusive mature bucks during the rut. Expert tips and tactics from over 30 years of trial and error. 
11/12/20201 hour, 3 minutes, 15 seconds
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WHITETAIL PRIME TIME | Adam Hays

Adam Hays of Team 200 covers moon phases, rutting behavior, understanding the elements as well as deer behavior, what it takes to kill giant bucks, and all things whitetail. 
10/28/202057 minutes, 13 seconds
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IS OCTOBER THE NEW NOVEMBER? | Bill Winke

Bill Winke dives into the topic of hunting whitetails and why it is that so many pick whitetails are taken during October as opposed to November like it "used to be".
10/16/20201 hour, 4 minutes, 13 seconds
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DANNY AND ALLEN WHO?

The Hoyt Bowhunting podcast hosts review their "credentials" as bowhunters and conservationists. They discuss getting started in hunting, their careers, and tips and tricks for unconventional scouting methods and hunting techniques. When it comes to bowhunting, these guys have been there and done that. 
10/9/20201 hour, 4 minutes, 22 seconds
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DIY BLACKTAIL SOUTHEAST ALASKA | Allen Bolen

Allen Bolen and Jeremy Eldredge discuss how to hunt DIY Sitka Blacktail hunt in southeast Alaska.
10/2/202038 minutes, 30 seconds
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FIELD PHOTOGRAPHY | Hoyt Crew

Danny, Jeremy and Randy Walk discuss the important do's and don'ts of hunting field photography. 
9/16/20201 hour, 17 seconds
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WHITETAIL TACTICS | Bill Winke

The living legend, Bill Winke, discusses what he has learned in over 30 years of hunting the whitetail rut -- he talks about where to hang stands at certain times of the year, tips and tricks on attracting the does, and he addresses some common misconceptions. 
9/10/20201 hour, 11 minutes, 16 seconds
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THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT HIM | Chuck Adams

Things you didn't know about the world-renowned and record-holding bowhunter, Chuck Adams.
8/28/20201 hour, 3 minutes, 38 seconds
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SHOOT BETTER, HUNT BETTER | Kevin Wilkey

Kevin Wilkey talks about his shot execution, and how winning a gold medal compares to shooting a mature bull elk. 
8/21/202059 minutes, 54 seconds
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WORLD'S LARGEST ARCHERY MULE DEER | Justin Gordon

Justin Gordon recounts taking the world's largest mule deer ever in the Colorado high country. 
8/12/20202 hours, 4 minutes, 26 seconds
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BROADHEADS AND SHOT PLACEMENT | Matt Bateman

Matt Bateman from Grim Reaper Broadheads talks shot placement and broadhead choices for different types of hunting.
8/11/20201 hour, 12 minutes, 35 seconds
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EARLY SEASON ELK TACTICS | Ryan Carter

Ryan Carter from DC Outfitters discusses early season elk tactics for patterning and hunting monster bulls.
8/5/20201 hour, 3 minutes, 7 seconds