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The chronicles of two unlegendary public land hunter’s. We discuss In-depth tactics, strategies, and stories of our hunting adventures.

Nicholas M Belles


    • Mar 1, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 57m AVG DURATION
    • 53 EPISODES

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    Ep. 53 Dialed Archery w/ Scott Bakken

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 83:43


    On this episode Nick and Kyle are joined with founder Scott Bakken of Dialed Archery. We discuss Scott's hunting background, the foundation of Dialed Archery, and we dive into their new bow sight that is being released this summer. Be sure to click on the link below to check out their website. https://dialedarchery.com/ https://www.buckinstruttinoutdoors.com/

    Ep. 52 Ice Fishing Shenanigans and Growing as a Hunter with Nick and Kyle

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2022 64:04


    On this episode Nick and Kyle dive into the world of Ice fishing, something most Midwesterner's have not experienced. We talk about shanty towns and the possible hazards on the ice. We also discuss our journey as hunters, and what we can all do to keep our way of life alive. https://www.buckinstruttinoutdoors.com/

    Ep. 51 Archery, Buck Down, and The Iron Freedom Foundation with Cameron Cushman

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2022 44:11


    On this episode Nick sits down and talks with Army veteran Cameron Cushman, we talk about his first season bowhunting, his success, and the Iron Freedom Foundation. You don't want to miss it! https://www.ironfreedom.org/mission-index-impact

    Ep. 50 Arrow Builds, Deer Talk, and Mentorship with Luke Howard.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 61:11


    On this episode Kyle and Nick chat with Non-Traditional Hunter Luke Howard. We discuss the struggle of pursuing hunting at an older age, the process of building arrows, Luke's successful season, and the power of mentorship.

    Ep. 49 Mark Haslam - The Highs and Lows of Deer Hunting

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 101:14


    On this episode of the podcast we are joined with Mark Haslam, the founder of Southeast Whitetail. We discuss the high's and low's of his deer season, land management techniques, and break down the reason he was able to kill two very good bucks.

    Ep. 48 Lets Talk Broadheads with Micah Brown and Brandon Brodie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 102:59


    On this episode Nick and Kyle are joined with Micah Brown and Brandon Brodie from Annihilator Broadheads. Do you know what cavitation is? Did you know that rapid pressure changes in the body cavity of an animal keeps wound channels open? This is episode is jam packed with information regarding broadheads and the true science behind the Annihilator's. If your an archery freak you do not want to miss this! https://annihilatorbroadheads.com/

    Ep. 47 Rutcation in Review, An Uphill Battle, and The Game is On

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2022 92:06


    On this episode Nick and Kyle revisit their Rutcations and discuss the challenges that were faced. Kyle takes us on his roller coaster ride of a hunt when he thought that all hope was lost. This episode discusses the importance of mental toughness and the notion that literally anything can happen, at any given time. https://www.unitedbloodtrackers.org/ https://www.buckinstruttinoutdoors.com/

    Ep. 46 Missouri Field to Fork with Karlin Gill

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2022 50:33


    On this episode Nick sits down with Karlin Gill, a Deer Outreach Specialist for the National Deer Association. We discuss the Missouri Field to Fork and what that looked for the Mentors and Mentee's. We go through the story of that weekend, and examine the successes that it brought. This is truly a compelling story to get more people into the outdoors. You do not want to miss it! https://www.deerassociation.com/

    Ep.45 All Bets Are Off: Superstitions, Shed Hunting, and Sky Dumping

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2022 75:52


    On this episode Nick is joined with Kyle and Dustin, we discuss our plans for the last few weeks of the late seasons, go into our superstitions or routines when before going out into the woods, make some bets for the Total Archery Challenge, discuss shed hunting and congratulate Dustin on his first Whitetail Shed.

    Ep. 44 The Tenacity and Persistence of Late Season Hunting

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 63:29


    Nick and Dustin talk about the determination it takes to keep the hunt alive after hunting hard during the early season and rut, and what tactics we plan to employ during the tail end of the Missouri Whitetail season. We also talk about the infamous Bar Kay Expedition which you do not want to miss!

    Ep. 43 Kyles Recap of his Successful North Dakota Hunt

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2021 76:45


    On this episode Nick and Dustin talk with Kyle and recap his trip to North Dakota. Kyle explains the mental the challenges and physical obstacles that he overcame to get it done on North Dakota public land. We also break down the tactics that lead to his success, an example being driving 100 miles to purchase a tripod for glassing. This episode is a great story of an awesome hunt and the toughness that can be required when pursing wild game. www.buckinstruttinoutdoors.com Tik Tok: @buckinstruttinoutdoors Instagram: @buckinstruttinoutdoors Facebook: Buckin Struttin Outdoors

    Ep. 42 Early Season Tactics - Michael Heffernon and Brett Davis

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2021 49:35


    On this episode Nick and Dustin are joined with Brett and Michael from Drury Outdoors. We discuss all things from steak cooking, to Michaels favorite celebrity, to Early season tactics. www.buckinstruttinoutdoors Instagram: @m.heffernon_druryoutdoors @brettashtondavis_druryoutdoors

    Ep. 41 Horny Deer Scents - Scott Pratt

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 62:27


    On this episode we are joined with Horny Deer Scents founder Scott Pratt. We discuss the advantages of fresh deer urine and how to implement them into your hunting style and when you should be using these kinds of products. www.buckinstruttinoutdoors.com www.hornydeerscents.com

    Ep. 40 North Dakota, Early Season, and Goals - Kyle Bissen

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 47:19


    In this episode of the podcast Nick and Kyle break down how Kyle is going to hunt North Dakota, we dive into the tactics and mind set it will take for Kyle to arrow a deer on North Dakota Public Land. We also dive into Kyle's goals for the upcoming season and what he hopes to accomplish as a hunter. Check out our Website: www.BuckinStruttinOutdoors.com

    Ep. 39 Goals, Thermals, and Big Bucks

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 52:12


    On this episode Nick and Dustin discuss their goals for the upcoming Whitetail season. From no trail cameras to improving our woodsmanship skills. This is an episode you do not want to miss!

    Ep. 38 Chad Housworth - Insights from a Taxidermist

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2021 48:48


    On this episode Nick and Dustin talk with Pennsylvania Taxidermist Chad Housworth. We discuss in-depth on what the life of a Taxidermist consists of, What you can do to be prepared when taking your harvest into the taxidermist, and lastly what the weirdest thing Chad has experienced since he has been in the business.

    Ep. 37 Nate Thomas - Elk, Time Management, and Whitetail Prep

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021 73:16


    On this Episode Nick and Dustin are joined with Nate Thomas from Missouri Woods and Water. We discuss Elk hunting in Colorado, Time Management during Hunting Season, and some Whitetail Preparation.

    Ep. 36 Mark Ritchie - Professional Archery and Deer Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2021 66:49


    On this episode Nick is joined with Michigan native Mark Ritchie, Mark is a professional Archer and travels throughout the United States shooting competitively. Tune for archery tips and some deer hunting talk.

    Ep. 35 Zack Ferenbaugh - Mobile Ground Hunting and the Mental Aspects to Hunting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2021 69:20


    On this episode Nick is joined with Zack Ferenbaugh from The Hunting Public. Zack tells us some key pointers on how to be more successful to be able to kill deer on the ground. We also discuss some of the mental aspects to consider when preparing for the up coming hunting season.

    Ep. 34 Elk, Muley's, and Mental Toughness with Michael Merrill

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2021 65:20


    In this episode Nick and Dustin talk with Western Hunter Michael Merrill. We discuss everything from Muley's, Mental Toughness, and how to get started on your first Elk hunt.

    Ep. 33 Bowhunting Kentucky, National Deer Association Branch, and Preparation with Nick and Dustin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 53:49


    In this episode Nick and Dustin talk about there plans to bow hunt Kentucky, the new formation of a National Deer Association Branch, and what they are doing to prepare for September 15th.

    Ep. 32 Fall Turkey Hunting with Ray Eye

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2021 45:41


    On this weeks episode we are joined with legendary Turkey hunter Ray Eye. If you want to be a better turkey hunter Ray tells us that fall turkey hunting is the number one way to learn more about turkey hunting. We go in depth on tactics to lead you to a successful Fall Turkey hunt.

    Ep. 31 Tony Peterson: Hill Country Bucks, Thermals, Rub lines, and Mans Best Friend

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2021 83:52


    This week we are joined with writer/outdoorsman Tony Peterson. We pick Tony's brain over his process of hunting hill country bucks, understand thermals, and whole lot more!

    Ep. 30 Whitetail Fanatic: Mark Haslam Summer Trail Cameras, Habitat Management, and Buck Bedding

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2021 74:44


    On this episode Nick and Dustin talk with Georgia Native Mark Haslam. We talk about Summer scouting techniques/trail camera use, how to find success in the early season, habitat management, and buck bedding, plus so much more!

    Ep. 29 Finding the Perfect Arrow Build

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2021 88:33


    On this episode Nick and Kyle nerd out on how to build/design arrows custom to you. We talk about all aspects to the build: the financial side, finding the right percent of F.O.C., and the pros and cons of a faster arrow versus a heavier arrow.

    Ep. 28 Michigan Bowhunter Tanner Dean: Edge Hunting, Self-Filming, and Whitetails

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2021 46:46


    In this weeks episode Nick talks with Tanner Dean from Michigan. We talk about Tanners Turkey season as he traveled around the U.S, We also discuss the importance of edge hunting and how it has paid off Tanner. We then discuss self-filming, and the pros and cons that correlate with running a camera.

    Ep. 27 Prep time with Nick and Kyle

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2021 75:13


    In this episode the guys talk about there upcoming summer events; Total Archery Challenge, getting more in-depth with shooting at home, and summer plans for preparing for the upcoming fall.

    Ep. 26 Turkey Talk and Archery BS with Jon Rhoads

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 68:29


    On this episode Nick and Dustin talk with returning guest Jon Rhoads. We check in with Jon to see if his Turkey season was as eventful as ours or if he came out with a tom, we also discuss some of the reasons why Missouri's turkey population may be hurting, and what we as hunters can do to improve it.

    Ep. 25 Halloween Success with West Virginia Bowhunter Abe Bellew

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2021 68:17


    On this episode of the podcast, Nick talks with Abe Bellew from West Virginia who tells us one of the craziest stories we have ever heard, and Abe explains his process of hunting Mature Whitetails.

    Ep. 24 Brandon Adams: Hunter Mindset, Turkey Shoot, and For the love of the land.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2021 65:34


    On this episode the guys are joined with Brandon Adams from My World Outdoors. We discuss Brandon's take on Mental Toughness, his Oklahoma Grand Slam completion, and some discussion on Conservation.

    Ep. 23 Turkey B.S. with Nick and Kyle

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2021 57:45


    On this episode of the podcast Nick and Kyle discuss the Missouri Turkey Season, discuss non-gobbling Toms, and even get into some Elk talk.

    Ep. 22 Long Beard Addict: Kyle Bissen Talking Turkeys

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2021 84:12


    In this episode Nick and Dustin are talking turkeys with Wisconsin Native Kyle Bissen. If you are a Turkey hunter you do not want to miss this episode!

    Ep. 21 Bowhunters United with Scott Einsmann

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2021 45:37


    On this episode Nick and Dustin are joined with Scott Einsmann with Bowhunters United. We discuss the future of bowhunting, traditional archery, and why it is important to support this community pf bowhunters.

    Ep. 20 Long Beard Addicts: Cameron Weddington the Gob Father

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 91:06


    In this episode Nick and Dustin sit down with Cameron Weddington host of The Turkey Hunter Podcast and discuss in depth turkey hunting tactics and listen to Cameron's U.S. Super Slam progress.

    Ep. 19 Dan Mathews The Nomadic Outdoorsman

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2021 50:53


    On this episode Nick and Dustin talk with Dan Mathews from the Nomadic Outdoorsman, they discuss shed hunting tactics, a moose hunt, and a whole lot more!

    Ep. 18 Big Bucks, Saddle Hunting, E-Bikes, and Archery with Ted Bright

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021 48:18


    We are joined on the show with Ted Bright, Missouri Bowhunter and whitetail enthusiasts and discuss all things bowhunting to include the use of saddles and E-Bikes.

    Ep. 17 Whitetail Fanatic: Nate Thomas from Missouri Woods and Water

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 56:28


    We are joined on the show with Nate Thomas Host for the Missouri Woods and Water Podcast, we discuss two awesome stories about the buck's Nate killed this year. You do not want to miss it!

    Ep. 16 Whitetail Fanatics: Kyle Bissen Wisconsin Bowhunter

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2021 76:09


    On this episode of the Buckin Struttin Podcast we are joined with Wisconsin bowhunter Kyle Bissen. We discuss his late season success and basically nerd out about whitetails.

    Ep. 15 Whitetail Fanatics: Seth Porter from The Bearded Nomad

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2021 55:28


    On this episode of the Buckin Struttin Podcast Nick and Dustin talk with Seth Porter from The Bearded Nomad Project. We discuss hunting Whitetails out of state along with some of Seth's lessons learned from his exciting 2020 bow season.

    Ep. 14 2020 Whitetail Season in Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2021 51:48


    In this episode Nick and Dustin discuss in depth their highs and lows of the 2020 Whitetail season.

    Ep. 13 Post Season Scouting with Dan Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2021 40:17


    In this episode of the Buckin Struttin Podcast Nick and Dustin are joined with guest Dan Johnson from Sportsman Nation and the host of the Nine Finger Chronicles. They discuss post season scouting and some tactics for the offseason to help when whitetail season returns.

    Ep. 12 Split Brown Tines with Jon Rhoads

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2021 44:56


    In this episode Nick is joined by guest Jon Rhoads. They discuss the story a unique buck called the "Split Brown Tine Buck". Tune in for a great story!

    Ep. 11 Back in the Saddle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 14:04


    In this episode Nick discusses his 2020 deer season and his post-season goals.

    Ep. 10 Opening Day Expectations

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2020 16:33


    In this episode Nick discusses his expectations for the 2020 Missouri Bow Opener.

    Ep 9. Planning our 2020 deer season

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2020 32:18


    In this episode Dustin and Nick discuss their plans and approaches to their 2020 Deer Season.

    Ep. 8 Goals for the 2020 Deer Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2020 15:49


    In this episode the guys talk about their goals and expectations for the 2020 bow season.

    Ep. 7 Break Down of Our 2019 Deer Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 38:13


    In this episode Nick and Dustin break down their 2019 deer season and take away key learning points to use for the upcoming archery season.

    Ep. 6 Filling the Void for the Whitetail Fanatic

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2020 19:12


    In this episode Nick gives insight on ways to help fill the void of the upcoming deer season.

    Ep. 5 Trail Cams, Mock Scrapes, and BS with BSO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2020 42:59


    In this episode Nick and Dustin go in depth about trail cam tactics and the methods used to survey the area. Along with some BS talk about the upcoming hunting season.

    Ep. 4 Summer Scouting for Whitetails Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 45:05


    In this episode Nick and Dustin go more in depth to summer scouting tactics and how to fill the void as deer season quickly approaches.

    Ep. 3 Summer Scouting for Whitetails Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2020 46:57


    In this episode we discuss summer scouting tactics for whitetails.

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