This is the Bowyer’s Podcast, part of the Okayest Podcast Network with your host Matthew Morris, amateur bowyer, fairly average traditional bowhunter, and lifelong student of the outdoors. Kick back and enjoy discussions with primitive skills experts, artisans, and outdoorsmen as we explore the revival of old ways in our ever-moderning world.
In this special solo episode, Matthew Morris reflects on one year of hosting The Bowyer Podcast—sharing the unlikely origin of the show, favorite moments with inspiring makers and bowhunters, and an exciting vision for what's next. From heartfelt stories and deep conversations to plans for including more indigenous voices, academic experts, and conservation leaders, this episode offers a raw, behind-the-scenes look at how a simple idea became a thriving community. Whether you're new to traditional archery or a seasoned woodsman, Matthew's candid reflections and big plans for year two make this a must-listen. Find Matthew at: Instagram: @songdog_stickbows Youtube: @thebowyercollective Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/ Bear Archery - Use code “bowyer10” to save 10% www.beararchry.com Haven Tents - Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10%. www.haventents.com Selway Archery www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Domain Outdoor LLC www.domainoutdoor.com Nukem Hunting - Use discount code “Bowyer20” to save 20%. www.nukemhunting.com The Generalist Program| SISU Strong - Use code “Songdog20” to save 20% https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog/7de19181/?productId=704169&clearCart=true Check out these great Bowyer educators: Organic Archery Bow Building School- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off your tuition https://www.organicarchery.com/ Swiftwood Bows Bow Building Workshop https://swiftwoodbows.com/workshops
Join Bowyer Podcast host Matthew Morris as he sits down with Chris Guadiz and his boys, Gavin and Gabe, to discuss their recent trip to Molokai. The group of traditional bowhunters spent several days on this rural, but beautiful island chasing the ever vigilant axis deer with a simple stick and string. Listen in to see how they did, and gain some insight if a trip like this tickles your fancy. Find Matthew at: Instagram: @songdog_stickbows Youtube: @thebowyercollective Where to find Chris Guadiz Instagram: @curlykoa77 Compton Traditional Bowhunters www.comptontraditionalbowhunters.com Kaluakoi Outfitters Inc www.kaluakoioutfitters.net Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/ Bear Archery - Use code “bowyer10” to save 10% www.beararchry.com Haven Tents - Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10%. www.haventents.com Selway Archery www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Domain Outdoor LLC www.domainoutdoor.com Nukem Hunting - Use discount code “Bowyer20” to save 20%. www.nukemhunting.com The Generalist Program| SISU Strong - Use code “Songdog20” to save 20% https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog/7de19181/?productId=704169&clearCart=true Check out these great Bowyer educators: Organic Archery Bow Building School- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off your tuition https://www.organicarchery.com/ Swiftwood Bows Bow Building Workshop https://swiftwoodbows.com/workshops
Bailey Cloud has been passionate about archery and bowhunting since her early teens, spending much of her youth immersed in the sport and working at a local archery shop. She has traveled across the United States competing in compound bow tournaments, and in 2018, she shifted her focus to traditional archery. After college, Bailey and her husband moved to Iowa, where they worked with Nock On Archery and later with Iron Will Broadheads. Today, both are proud to be part of the renowned traditional archery company Black Widow Bows, based in Nixa, Missouri. Bailey also serves as the Social Media Manager for Compton Traditional Bowhunters. A skilled recurve shooter and dedicated hunter, Bailey balances her professional and outdoor passions with her favorite role of all—being mom to one adorable little girl. Where to find Bailey Cloud: Instagram: @cloudthegal Youtube: @the.traditionalshots Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/ Haven Tents - Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10%. www.haventents.com Selway Archery www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Domain Outdoor LLC www.domainoutdoor.com Nukem Hunting - Use discount code “Bowyer20” to save 20%. www.nukemhunting.com The Generalist Program| SISU Strong - Use code “Songdog20” to save 20% https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog/7de19181/?productId=704169&clearCart=true Check out these great Bowyer educators: Organic Archery Bow Building School https://www.organicarchery.com/ Swiftwood Bows Bow Building Workshop https://swiftwoodbows.com/workshops
On this episode Matthew sits down with his two sons, Waylon and Finnley to discuss their spring hunting adventures. This is a bit of an ad-hoc episode, and a little of script … but aren't all of em? I hope you guys enjoy this little peek into the Morris crew and perhaps inspires you to take your kiddos on an adventure or two. Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/ Haven Tents - Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10%. www.haventents.com Selway Archery www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Domain Outdoor LLC www.domainoutdoor.com Nukem Hunting - Use discount code “Bowyer20” to save 20%. www.nukemhunting.com The Generalist Program| SISU Strong - Use code “Songdog20” to save 20% https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog/7de19181/?productId=704169&clearCart=true Check out these great Bowyer educators: Organic Archery Bow Building School https://www.organicarchery.com/ Swiftwood Bows Bow Building Workshop https://swiftwoodbows.com/workshops
Trad Hunters is a vintage-style bowhunting magazine built in the spirit of classic 1950s outdoor publications — No filler. No noise. Just real bowhunting the way it used to be. Inspired by the legendary outdoor magazines that shaped generations of hunters. Every page, every illustration, every detail in 1950's style. This pre-sale offering is rapidly becoming the most anticipated publication in traditional bowhunting circles! Only 750 Limited Edition Numbered Copies Printed. Join The Community and Pre-Order Now! Trad Hunters Magazine: https://standingwolfarchery.com/products/trad-hunters-magazine Standing Wolf Archery: https://standingwolfarchery.com/ Instagram: @tradhuntersmagazine Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/ Haven Tents - Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10%. www.haventents.com Selway Archery www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Domain Outdoor LLC www.domainoutdoor.com Nukem Hunting - Use discount code “Bowyer20” to save 20%. www.nukemhunting.com The Generalist Program| SISU Strong - Use code “Songdog20” to save 20% https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog/7de19181/?productId=704169&clearCart=true Check out these great Bowyer educators: Organic Archery Bow Building School https://www.organicarchery.com/ Swiftwood Bows Bow Building Workshop https://swiftwoodbows.com/workshops
Al Chapman is widely regarded as one of this generation's great traditional bowhunters, but he is too humble to admit it. A true outdoorsman, man of faith, and southern gentleman, Al has spent a lifetime pursuing wild game, primarily across the southeastern United States, but also on exciting adventures in far-off places like Namibia. He is an active member of the Professional Bowhunters Society, Compton Traditional Bowhunters, and Georgia Traditional Bowhunters. Recently, Al achieved the impressive feat of completing Georgia's Big 5 with primitive archery equipment. Even as he reaches his golden years, Mr. Chapman shows no signs of slowing down, continuing to embody the spirit and passion of traditional bowhunting. Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/ Haven Tents - Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10%. www.haventents.com Selway Archery www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Domain Outdoor LLC www.domainoutdoor.com Nukem Hunting - Use discount code “Bowyer20” to save 20%. www.nukemhunting.com The Generalist Program| SISU Strong - Use code “Songdog20” to save 20% https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog/7de19181/?productId=704169&clearCart=true Check out these great Bowyer educators: Organic Archery Bow Building School https://www.organicarchery.com/ Swiftwood Bows Bow Building Workshop https://swiftwoodbows.com/workshops
Bryan Burkhardt is a lifelong traditional bowhunter and the current President of Compton Traditional Bowhunters. Born and raised in Michigan, Bryan grew up immersed in the hunting tradition, visiting Bear Archery headquarters as a child with his father. He had the rare opportunity to hear stories firsthand from legends like Fred Bear and, later, Glenn St. Charles. A passionate outdoorsman, Bryan has dedicated much of his life to mentoring young bowhunters and advocating for the future of traditional archery. In this episode, Bryan and Matthew explore the mission of Compton Traditional Bowhunters, discuss the upcoming Compton Rendezvous, and dive into the Dream Hunt Raffle and the Bowyer Podcast Youth Bear Hunt auction. Find Bryan at: Instagram: Bryan_Burkhardt Find more about Compton Traditional Bowhunters: www.comptontraditionalbowhunters.com Buy your Dream Hunt tickets! https://www.comptontraditionalbowhunters.com/s-projects-basic Attend the Rendezvou! https://www.comptontraditionalbowhunters.com/2024-rendezvous Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/ Haven Tents - Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10%. www.haventents.com Selway Archery www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Domain Outdoors LLC www.domainoutdoors.com Nukem Hunting - Use discount code “Bowyer20” to save 20%. www.nukemhunting.com Check out these great Bowyer educators: Organic Archery Bow Building School https://www.organicarchery.com/ Swiftwood Bows Bow Building Workshop https://swiftwoodbows.com/workshops
In this episode, we sit down with Mike Roberts of Sauk Trail Archery. A few years back, Mike made the leap to full-time bowmaking, continuing the family tradition and stepping into the footsteps of his father, who started the bow business years ago. Mike shares his journey—from his personal origin story and family life, to the decision to take the reins of Sauk Trail. We also dive into the lineup of bows they offer, discussing their design, performance, and best use cases for traditional archers. If you love stories of heritage, craftsmanship, and beautiful hand-built bows, this one's for you. Find Sauk Trail at: Instagram: @sauktrailarchery Website: www.sauktrailarchery.com Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/ Haven Tents - Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10%. www.haventents.com Selway Archery www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Domain Outdoors LLC www.domainoutdoors.com Nukem Hunting - Use discount code “Bowyer20” to save 20%. www.nukemhunting.com Check out these great Bowyer educators: Organic Archery Bow Building School https://www.organicarchery.com/ Swiftwood Bows Bow Building Workshop https://swiftwoodbows.com/workshops
In this episode, Matthew chats with Spencer Sutliff from Domain Outdoor LLC. The conversation kicks off with Matthew's exciting new land acquisition and his vision to create a traditional bowhunting-only hunt club. Step one in the journey? Improving flora quality to support better wildlife nutrition and give hunters a greater chance of closing the distance to their quarry. Spencer shares practical advice on establishing food plots that benefit both game animals and landowners. Whether you're a seasoned land manager or just getting started, planting a food plot with help from Domain Outdoor can greatly enhance habitat for whitetail deer and other game species. Their specialized seed blends—like Hot Chic, Comeback Kid, No BS, Overhaul, and Clutch Clover—make it easier to grow nutritious forage that works. We're proud to welcome Domain Outdoor as a show partner for 2025 and thank them for supporting our food plot efforts here at the Bowyer Podcast! Find out more about Domain Outdoor at: www.domainoutdoor.com Please remember to support your local retailer when purchasing Domain Outdoor wildlife products. Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/ Haven Tents - Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10%. www.haventents.com Selway Archery www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Domain Outdoors LLC www.domainoutdoors.com Nukem Hunting - Use discount code “Bowyer20” to save 20%. www.nukemhunting.com Check out these great Bowyer educators: Organic Archery Bow Building School https://www.organicarchery.com/ Swiftwood Bows Bow Building Workshop https://swiftwoodbows.com/workshops
In this episode, Matthew sits down with Mr. William “Willie” Pekah (Peek-ah)—a Comanche elder, lifelong educator, traditional bowyer and fletcher, and all-around fascinating human. Willie has spent over 40 years working to sustain the cultural practices of the Comanche people, while also collaborating with other Native tribes to rejuvenate traditional lifeways. His work has even taken him to Hollywood, consulting on books and films—including the hit TV series The Son, based on the novel by Philipp Meyer. Conversations like this are the reason we started this podcast: to honor the makers, preserve the traditions, and pass on the stories of those who keep the old ways alive. Find out more about William Pekah: Tulsa Library video catalog: Native Culture Arts: Comanche Bows and Arrows with Willie Pekah Native Culture Arts: Comanche Bows and Arrows Willie Pekah Presents Traditional Comanche Bows and Arrows Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/ Haven Tents - Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10%. www.haventents.com Selway Archery www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Domain Outdoors LLC www.domainoutdoors.com Nukem Hunting - Use discount code “Bowyer20” to save 20%. www.nukemhunting.com Check out these great Bowyer educators: Organic Archery Bow Building School https://www.organicarchery.com/ Swiftwood Bows Bow Building Workshop https://swiftwoodbows.com/workshops
Pat Newcomb is an accomplished hunter, family man, entrepreneur, and the chief bossman behind Nukem Hunting. Pat and Matthew discuss hunting from the ground, their upcoming turkey hunting plans, and the Nukem Hunting origin story. Nukem Grab & Go Hunting Blinds come with a lightweight and adjustable design, are easy to carry and set up in seconds for mobile hunting. They come in a variety of camo patterns, to include 3D leafy options, Mossy Oak GreenLeaf Leafy 3D to provide optimal concealment. We're pleased to announce Nukem Hunting as our newest show partner. Thanks Pat for supporting Matthew and our listeners with a discount code “bowyer20” to save 20% on Nukem Hunting products. Find Pat Newcomb and Nukem Hunting at: Instagram: @patnewcomb.nukemhunting @nukemhunting Youtube: @nukemhunting Website: www.nukemhunting.com Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/ Haven Tents - Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10%. www.haventents.com Selway Archery www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Domain Outdoors LLC www.domainoutdoors.com Nukem Hunting - Use discount code “Bowyer20” to save 20%. www.nukemhunting.com Check out these great Bowyer educators: Organic Archery Bow Building School https://www.organicarchery.com/ Swiftwood Bows Bow Building Workshop https://swiftwoodbows.com/workshops
Meet Nancylia or as her friends call her Nan, a remarkable blend of tradition and nature. As a skilled traditional archer, Nan not only masters the art of the bow, but she also brings her precision and dedication to her homesteading lifestyle, where she thrives in sustainable living. Nan also works on a vibrant flower farm, where she cultivates an array of blossoms, bringing color and beauty to every season. Her talents and passions are deeply rooted in her connection to the earth, making her a true steward of the land and an inspiring figure in the archery community. Find out more about Nancylia at: Instagram: @nancylia.woods @Nans_flowers_bows_odaat Youtube:@nancyliawoods Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/ Haven Tents - Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10%. www.haventents.com Selway Archery www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Domain Outdoors LLC www.domainoutdoors.com Nukem Hunting - Use discount code “Bowyer20” to save 20%. www.nukemhunting.com Check out these great Bowyer educators: Organic Archery Bow Building School https://www.organicarchery.com/ Swiftwood Bows Bow Building Workshop https://swiftwoodbows.com/workshops
Ray Fletcher is the man behind Riverbend Longbows. Ray grew up in New Mexico, but spent much of his adult life in Iowa with his wife, raising their children, and working as a tradesman for a couple of decades. In 2024, Ray and his wife made the bold decision to move to a former homestead in southern New Mexico. We all dream about, and perhaps romanticise a pivot to the simpler lifestyle….but lack the gumption to actually make the move. Well Ray is one of the few folks that took the leap and has since found peace and a newfound freedom while enjoying the Gila National Forest and beyond with his bride, now that their kiddos are grown. Ray is a skilled bowyer, and fabricates simple, yet elegant traditional bows. Take a peek at his work on Instagram and Youtube. Riverbend Longbows: Built with today's technology, made with yesterday's pride. Find Ray at: Instagram: @riverbend_longbows Youtube: @riverbendlongbowsoutdoors Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/ Haven Tents - Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10%. www.haventents.com Selway Archery www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Organic Archery Bow Building School https://www.organicarchery.com/ Swiftwood Bows Bow Building Workshop https://swiftwoodbows.com/workshops
On this episode, Matthew sits down with a couple of new pals from the inaugural Buckskin Jamboree All-Traditional Shoot, hosted by The Archery & Bow Club (TAB) in Grey Court, South Carolina. TAB Archery Club hosts archery events. The club is part of the South Carolina Archery Association (SCAA) and Western Carolina Archery Circuit (WCAC). TAB is an all-archery club, but decided to bring back some of their traditional heritage with an all-traditional archery shootout, which included a 20+ target 3D shoot, clinics on wellness, bow making, and hunting from a tree saddle. If you're new to traditional archery, I encourage you to reach out to your local trad archery club and introduce yourself. Odds are there are some seasoned archers that are more than willing to show you a thing or two. Worst case, you make some new friends. Get outside. Get dirty, and try to learn something new. Find out more about TAB: Webpage:https://www.facebook.com/TABarchery Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/ Haven Tents - Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10%. www.haventents.com Selway Archery www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Organic Archery Bow Building School https://www.organicarchery.com/ Swiftwood Bows Bow Building Workshop https://swiftwoodbows.com/workshops
Today, we're joined by Bear Newcomb, an eight-generation Arkansan and passionate outdoorsman from the Ozark Mountains. Bear is a skilled hunter, trapper, and houndsman, with a talent for flint napping and crafting selfbows. Beyond his hands-on expertise, he's also a forward-thinking conservationist, working full-time with The Meateater team while pursuing a degree in environmental science. Whether on The Bear Grease Render or The Meateater YouTube channel, Bear's deep knowledge and respect for the outdoors make him a standout figure shaping the future of hunting and conservation. Find Bear at: Instagram: @bearnewcomb Meateater: https://www.themeateater.com/people/bear-newcomb Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/ Haven Tents - Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10%. www.haventents.com Selway Archery www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Organic Archery Bow Building School https://www.organicarchery.com/ Swiftwood Bows Bow Building Workshop https://swiftwoodbows.com/workshops
Drew Kohlfofer is an avid traditional bowhunter, family man, and entrepreneur. Drew and his father own and operate Selway Archery. Selway Archer builds off the shelf and custom quivers for traditional bows. Whether you're looking for something simple and clean, or radical and bespoke, Drew can get you what you need. We talk about bootstrapping a small business, balancing hunting and family time, and share some solid hunting stories. Find Drew at: Instagram: @selwayarchery Website: www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/ Haven Tents - Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10%. www.haventents.com Selway Archery www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Organic Archery Bow Building School https://www.organicarchery.com/ Swiftwood Bows Bow Building Workshop https://swiftwoodbows.com/workshops
Today I had the honor of sitting down with Mr. Fred Eichler to discuss bowhunting, stewardship, and even touch on Fred's contributions to modern recurve bow and trad equipment designs. His passion for bowhunting has taken him all over the world in pursuit of his next adventure, whether it's hunting brown bears in Alaska, pronghorn antelope in Colorado, or coyotes on neighboring farms. Fred truly believes that any animal with a bow is a trophy, which I personally appreciate. His personal quest to complete the North American Super Slam with a recurve bow reflects that state of mind. In mid August of 2009 Fred harvested a cow Tule Elk to become the first to take all 29 North American big game animals with a recurve bow and complete the Super Slam. Fred has been fortunate enough to share his love and enthusiasm of the sport with fellow bowhunters across the country through his television shows and personal appearances. If you ever run across Fred in the woods or at your local bow shop you'll be greeted with a big smile and friendly handshake. Bowhunting is more than a passion for him, it's a way of life. Find Fred at: Instagram: @fredeichler Youtube: @fredeichler Website: Fredeichler.com Outfitting: https://www.fulldrawoutfitters.com/ Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
Rick Spicer has worked with Pack Rat Outdoor Center in Fayetteville for over 25 years. During that time he has developed and led many different wilderness skills classes and programs. He taught climbing as an AMGA single pitch instructor for 15 years and for the last 10 years has focused on backcountry survival. He has worked as an instructor for Boulder Outdoor Survival School in Utah helping to lead their immersive and minimalist wilderness programs. He is the director of a backcountry adventure challenge called the Brewha Bushwhack and is a Wilderness First Responder. Additionally he runs a small business for archery accessories called Mallorn Gear. I met Rick through a mutual friend a year or two ago, and we got to hang together at a little event called Winter Strong in 2024. Rick is the real deal, a solid outdoorsman, family man, and one of my favorite humans. Find Rick at: Website: www.mallorngear.com Pack Rat: www.packratoc.com Instagram: @mallorngear Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
On this episode I sit down with the Ranch Fairy himself, Troy Fowler. For those that know of Troy, they know he has a big personality, a goofy laugh, and takes arrow dynamics pretty seriously. Kidding aside, Troy has been a lifelong student of arrow flight and bowhunting, to include over a decade hunting with traditional kit. We discuss arrow tuning, setups, go on a few tangents about fishing, and segway into the teachings of Dr. Ed Ashby, who has been a mentor of Troy's for many years. Listen up, this is a fun discussion. Find Troy at: Instagram: @ranchfairy Youtube: @ranchfairy Ranch Fairy Lethality Center: https://siriusoutdoorgroup.com/sirius-archery/rf/ Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
I am excited to bring to you our first volume in the Icons of Traditional Bowhunting series with Mr. Gene Hopkins. Gene has been hunting with the bow & arrow for over 50 years, having hunted from Alaska to Sonora, and from Maryland to Oregon as well as 3 Canadian provinces. Gene has a passion for the preservation of our bowhunting heritage. Bowhunting is the king of sports, and it is through our efforts that it will prosper. Gene also believes strongly in keeping the spirit of our bowhunting pioneers alive, as well as celebrating their accomplishments in creating the bow & arrow seasons that we enjoy today. Without their efforts we would not have what many take for granted today. Gene is Senior Member of the Pope & Young Club, and Historian for both the Compton Traditional Bowhunters as well as the Archery Hall of Fame & Museum. Find Gene at: Instagram:@genehopkins3448 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thearcherycollector/ Archery Hall of Fame and Museum Compton Traditional Bowhunters Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
Deacon Andrews is the founder of Sisu Strong Performance Lab in Park City, Utah. A strength and conditioning coach, Deacon has spent the last 18 years building durable athletes. His clients have included Olympians, Xgames medalists, adaptive athletes, SWAT team members, Special Operations soldiers and backcountry outdoor guides and hunters. His passion for being ready for anything, anywhere, anytime has molded his training approach of The Generalist Program for durability in the mountains. Find Deacon at: Instagram:@strengthinthesemountains Youtube: @strengthinthesemountains Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
Weylin Olive is a professional bowyer and owner of Swiftwood Bows. He's been making self bows for over 15 years. He began his bow making journey in Oregon, building his first bow with John Strunk. What started as a hobby became an obsession and then turned into a livelihood. In addition to building and selling bows he also teaches regular bow building classes in his shop in Lexington NC. He strives to create a well designed and perfectly tillered bow while also continuing to bring the details and finish work to a higher level. Find Weylin on his website, YouTube channel, or the r/Bowyer forum. www.swiftwoodbows.com Youtube: Swiftwoodbows Instagram: @swiftwoodbows Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
Bowyer Podcast host, Matthew Morris, sits down with Dan Santana for Volume 03 in their “Bowyer in the Making” series. The fellas do a little bit of holiday catching up then dive into the tillering process. While framing the bow can be aggressive and gritty, the tillering process is slow, controlled, and requires finesse. Listen up for some solid advice that may save you a heartbreak in the future. Dan Santana's tillering videos: Tillering, Explained | Fundamentals of Bow Making Find Dan on his website, YouTube channel, or the r/Bowyer forum. www.dansantanabows.com YouTube.com/DanSantanaBows https://www.reddit.com/r/Bowyer/ Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
Happy New Year Bowyer Family! I am happy to open 2025 by hosting long-time bowyer, survivalist, and outdoorsman Clay Hayes. Clay grew up in the panhandle of Florida where he spent much of his days exploring the native flora and fauna. Clay has been building bows for over two decades, and has published what is likely the largest archive of bowyer tutorials on his youtube channel. Clay and his family divide their time between their homestead in Idaho, and the swamps of Florida where they spend their time in the out of doors. Follow Clay At: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@clayhayeshunter Instagram: @clayhayeshunter Website: https://www.twistedstave.com/ Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
On this week's episode I chat with Czech bowyer , and pal of mine Mr. Zdnek - the Varangian Bowyer. Zdnek is a talented young bowyer, artist, and new father. He brings unique perspectives derived from his geographic location and cultural background that we do not typically get to hear about in the bowyer community. Sit back, listen, and enjoy. Find out more: Varangian Bowyer www.varangianbowyer.wordpress.com Instagram: @varangianbowyer Youtube: @varangianbowyer Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
On this week's episode I sit down with seven other traditional bowhunters as we discuss a hunt recap aboard Homer Ocean Charters' Valiant Maid fishing vessel. The fine folks from Compton Traditional Bowhunters put together this adventure hunt,which was composed of an eclectic group of hunters with different experience and skill levels, age classes, and perspectives. We chased the evasive Sitka blacktail deer up and down those steep Kodiak mountains, endured high winds and rain, thick vegetation; but also had a few sunny days, full bellies, and lots of fellowship. Find out more: Compton Traditional Bowhunters Instagram: @comptontraditional Website: www.comptontraditionalbowhunters.com Homer Ocean Charters Website: www.homerocean.com Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
In this episode I sit down with Trent Wengerd, of Wengerd Archery. As crazy as it sounds, Trent started making bows at the young age of 12 years old! While his first models may not have been anything to write home about (Trent's words), who else can say they started this craft at such a young age? Nowadays, the bows that come from Wengerd are arguably some of the best in the business. In addition, Trent is a talented craftsman and wood worker, family man, and spends much of his time hunting big game in the Rocky Mountains of the American West. While the intent was to dive deeply into the inner workings of Wengerd Archery, we spent much of our time chatting about hunting and hearing about an epic mountain goat hunt that Trent had with his son. I'm also joined by fellow bowyer and pal Peyton Owens, who filled the role of co-host on the episode. I look forward to having Trent on the show again in the coming months and diving deeper into the amazing bows that come from the Wengerd Archery shop. Wengard Archery: www.wengerdarchery.com Instagram: @wengerdbowyer Check out our show sponsors: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
This episode dives deep into the world of traditional bow making as our host interviews Per Frieden, a Swedish bowyer and outdoorsman. Per shares his journey into crafting self-bows, starting from humble beginnings to creating functional works of art. From managing forestry in Sweden to teaching bow making classes, Per's passion for craftsmanship shines through. The conversation covers everything from the challenges of working with hand tools and splicing billets to experimenting with fish skin bow backings. It's a blend of inspiration, humor, and actionable insights for anyone curious about this ancient craft. Check out our show sponsors: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
On this week's episode I sit down with Dan Santana to continue our Bowyer in the Making series. During Volume II of the series we discuss bow design and layout, tools, bow woods, making board bows, drying bow wood, and prepping the back of the bow. Stay tuned for Volume III of the series which should publish in mid-December. Reference Videos: Quick Drying Bow Wood: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZNfGMDLvKg&t=129s&pp=ygUXZGFuIHNhbnRhbmEgYm93cyBkcnlpbmc%3D Board Bow Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=htMTnZiRcHk&t=1225s&pp=ygUVZGFuIHNhbnRhbmEgYm9hcmQgYm93 The Back of the Bow https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Soc6zGGqHXk&list=PLi5Xnel2aIJbu4eFn1MvC_w7cGVIPCFwD&index=2&t=1843s Find Dan on his website, YouTube channel, or the r/Bowyer forum. www.dansantanabows.com YouTube.com/DanSantanaBows https://www.reddit.com/r/Bowyer/ Check out our show sponsors: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
Mark Sasser is a life-long Californian and outdoorsman. He lives in Fresno CA with his wife Alicia and their youngest of 3 children. After being introduced to archery with a bear longbow as a 4th grader at YMCA camp he started traditional bowhunting in 1990. In the last 34 years Mark has hunted the west from southern Arizona to Alaska. As a co-owner at Bwana Bows Mark is constantly working to deliver custom longbows and recurves to the Tradbow community and enjoys watching customers become friends as he becomes a part of their adventures. Find Mark on the interwebs: Instagram: @california_tradbow_hunter Bwana Bows: www.bwanabows.com Check out our show sponsors: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
Matt Tyler has grown up in Georgia his whole life, bowhunted for over 20 years, and been strictly a traditional bowhunter for a decade now. He is most passionate about introducing new people to the sport. Over the past three years Tim Channell, Jake Reese, and Matt have leveraged their own podcast called Inside Twenty to intentionally do just that. We spend more time talking about the important aspects of life, such as family and faith, but we liberally sprinkle in traditional archery also. Check out Matt: Instagram: @insidetwenty YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@insidetwenty Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
Ron is a Native American/ Italian traditional bowhunter and craftsman from Ontario Canada. He was given the spirit name Standing Wolf by a Native Elder prior to the creation of Standing Wolf Archery. He started by making accessories that he personally wanted (beaver silencers being the first) and decided to give selling them online a try with some ecommerce help from his brother and feedback from friends at the local archery range. One thing led to another, now Standing Wolf is making many badass accessories for traditional archers all over the world. Find Ron at: Instagram: @standingwolfarchery Website: www.standingwolfarchery.com Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
During this episode Dan Santana and I introduce our multi-part series “Bowyer in the Making,” where we walk through the various processes of making your own selfbow, from choosing a tree to acquire a stave, hand tools, bow design, tillering, and finally putting a string and employing your new bow. Dan is a master bowyer and YouTuber who wants to teach the world to make bows. He's obsessed with self bows, their rich past, and the community dedicated to making them. He loves explaining the craft and sharing this rich art form with everyone he can. Find Dan on his website, YouTube channel, or the r/Bowyer forum. www.dansantanabows.com YouTube.com/DanSantanaBows https://www.reddit.com/r/Bowyer/ Check out our show sponsors: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
Better late than never! Dave Darling and I sit around the campfire at the Eastern Traditional Archery Rendezvous (ETAR) and generally BS for a while. Our discussion is very organic, with a few interruptions from our feral kiddos. We discuss Dave's origin story, Kalamazoo Bow Works, and the upcoming Kalamazoo Traditional Bowhunters Expo. Dave Darling is a husband and father of 6. He served 12 years in the MI Air National Guard, spent another 10 years as a first responder. Dave received his first longbow at age 3, and grew up among legends in the traditional archery domain, to include his father Greg Darling. David is the founder and owner of Kalamazoo Bow works, where he makes beautifully crafted and fast shooting longbows and recurves. Dave is also the owner of the Kalamazoo Traditional Bowhunters Expo, which hosts a variety of bowyers, traditional archers,makers and vendors each year in Kalamazoo Michigan. Find Dave at: Kalamazoo Bow Works: https://kzoobowworks.com/wp/ Kalamazoo Traditional Bowhunters Expo: https://kzoobowworks.com/wp/expo/ Instagram: @kalamazoobowworks Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
On this episode I sit down with my two pals Chris Guiadiz and repeat guest James Wood. Both of these guys are avid traditional bowhunters, but reside in completely different sides of the country. But alas, the welcoming world of traditional archery provided a good platform to these two guys to partake in fellowship and a little hunting as they tried their best to harvest a variety of invasive species on the Hawaiian Islands.Follow along for a hunt recap. Find Chris at: Instagram: @curlykoa77 Compton Traditional Bowhunters Quarterly Journal ‘Walk in the Woods': https://www.comptontraditionalbowhunters.com/be-a-member James: Instagram: @woodsoutdoors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gunghobows Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
Steven Bieber is a talented bowyer, family man, and forager who lives in central Florida. He teaches first-grade at an unorthodox, nature-based school where he gets to inspire young minds while embracing his love for nature. Steven is known for his ability to make beautifully crafted longbows, recurves, and reflex/deflex bows all under his side hustle Provision Longbows. If you're in the market for a handmade bow that shoots 170+ FPS, give Steven a shout. Find Steven at: @provisionlongbows Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
During this episode Matthew provides a daily recap from his recent bear hunt in Manitoba, Canada. This was Matthew's first time hunting north of the border, but certainly will not be the last. In part of the episode, Matthew is joined by fellow hunters Mark and Bob who he met in bear camp where they briefly detail their hunts. If you're a trad hunter and looking for a great Canadian bear outfitter look no further than Stickflingers Manitoba Hunts. Find Matthew at: Matthew Morris Instagram: @songdog_stickbows Check out Stickflingers for your next bear hunt: https://stickflingers.com/ Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
Correy is a lifelong outdoors enthusiast, Marine Corps veteran, and the owner of Organic Archery. He's been making selfbows for over a decade, and became a full time professional bowyer in 2018. He specializes in historical reproductions and recreates selfwood bows from many regions and time periods. Four years ago, Correy and his wife opened a bowmaking school where they teach both basic and advanced courses, and have since hosted over 100 students. Correy was a competitor on Season 7 of History Channel's Alone, and later won the History Channel's Ultimate Marksman. Correy aims to make simple, durable bows to the best of his abilities, and to teach the art of bow making to as many people as possible. If you have the desire to learn the craft of bowyery, reach out to Correy. Find Correy at: Instagram: Organic.Archer Website: www.Organicarchery.com Check out our show sponsors: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/
Today I sat down with master story-teller and traditional bowhunting legend Monty Browning. Monty grew up in the Carolinas and has worked as a tree topper for over 50 years. Because those occupational hazards aren't enough, he has spent many a decade running around places like Alaska, Australia, Africa, and the Amazon chasing all sorts of dangerous game with the simple stick and string — and at times with a selfbow! We discuss how Monty met his wife of over 50 years now, Ms. Annie and their unbreakable bond. And like any good mentor, Monty has dedicated years of his life in mentoring our youth via Church events, and traditional clubs such as PBS and Compton Traditional Bowhunters. Lastly, we liberally sprinkle in some good hunting stories. You don't want to miss this one. Find Monty's amazing books: https://www.montybrowningbook.com/book
Shane Mowery is the founder and owner of all things Bone Maniacs, a hit outdoor hunting show on Carbon TV, and podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. More importantly Shane is an avid hunter, family man, and trains hundreds of aspiring traditional archers yearly via S3DA Archery. Find Shane at: Podcast: Bone Maniacs Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6biUrWbZd6sW5bocqOyEed?si=dc027a65fb8244cf Instagram: bone_maniacs CarbonTV: Bone Maniacs S3DA: https://www.s3da.net/
Sam Curtis is the creator of Polite But Dangerous Tools, a custom knife and tool shop in South Central Alaska. Sam is a husband, father, and Army veteran. He creates purpose-driven tools meant for practical use combined with primitive styling. I personally own three knives that have been hand-crafted by Sam, and will no doubt be adding more to my collection. Find Sam at: Instagram: @polite.but.dangerous.tools Website: www.politebutdangeroustools.square.site
Beka Garris is a freelance writer who lives in southern Ohio with her husband and their two daughters. She enjoys hunting, bowfishing, and gardening in her spare time, and is passionate about passing on hunting traditions to the next generation. Find Beka at: Instagram:@bekagarris E-book: Field Guide to Feral Parenting
Tracey Cheuvront is a self-taught carver, toolmaker, and wood educator based in Kansas City. He and his wife Kathrina Nellis make their living selling their work and teaching their unorthodox approach to woodcraft. Check out Tracey and Kathrina's amazing woodworking tools, to include my absolute favorite draw knives at Bastion Head Wood Works. Find Tracey at: Instagram: @bastionhead Website: www.bastionheadwoodworks.com
Mr. James is a Georgia native, a family man, a Marine veteran, and a recreational bowyer like myself. James is part of Compton Traditional and the Traditional Bowhunters of Georgia, and I admire the circle of traditional bowyers and archers that he has living so nearby. James is also an avid hunter and fisherman, and about the most prolific feral hog hunter that I've ever met. Find James at: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@gunghobows Instagram: @woodsoutdoors
Hit songwriter Andrew Scott Wills has been enamored with American history since he was a boy. As a teenager he discovered Eckert's "The Frontiersman" and built his first CVA Kentucky long rifle. Around the same time he bought a junk guitar for $20 and started songwriting. Despite a successful career of songwriting on Nashville's Music Row, notching Billboard charting singles and hundreds of recordings, Wills felt the frontier calling. Hawken Horse was born. The music of Hawken Horse shines a lantern on the romance and ruggedness of frontier history with inspiring lyrics that spark an inner yearning for discovery, independence, and Survival. Find Andrew at: Instagram: @hawkenhorseband Spotify: Hawken Horse Website: www.hawkenhorse.com Intro Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4DpWFl0oy9bRr4aZVR9YTO?si=KwNKOB2HQUitL5uJAGN71w
Francesca is an avid outdoorswoman, who fancies herself as a hunter, angler, gardener, and all around outdoor junkie. She started her venture as an artisan at the age of 13, initially apprenticing for a master jeweler, later bladesmithing, and finally with leather work. Nowadays Francesca is the Founder and head boss lady of Teton Leather Company, which specializes in custom sheaths, hand dyeing, and commissioned high end projects. I tell you, Teton Leather Company makes domestic and exotic leather pieces like NO ONE ELSE! Find Francesca at: Instagram: @francescathemaker YouTube: Teton Leather Website: www.tetonleather.com Intro Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4DpWFl0oy9bRr4aZVR9YTO?si=rCNzdMF9S96Qkez4YHzl3A
Cubby Hoover is a skilled bowyer, full-time homesteader, family man, and all around great human. We discuss what got Cubby into bow making as a profession, spending time out of doors, mentoring and finding mentors, and finally a recap on his experience with History Channel's Alone (Season 11). Find Cubby at: Instagram: @cubbersons YouTube:@cubbersonscustombows Website: www.cubbersons.com Cane Creek Archery Club: IG @canecreekarcheryclub
Welcome to the Bowyer's Podcast with host Matthew Morris, where we explore the ancient art of bow making, traditional archery, and the age-old pursuit of wild game. Together we'll chat with masters of their craft to uncover the deeper “why” behind reviving the old ways in a modern world. During this organic, and perhaps entropic introduction Matthew discusses the origin of the Bowyer's Podcast and provides insight on what to expect in the future. Get outside. Get dirty. Learn something new.
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