Christian Outdoors Podcast

After tragically losing his father as a child, David Wootten lived a lost and reckless life of rebellion as a teen and young adult that ultimately led to joining the Army. A career ending injury in Iraq coupled with struggles with PTSD, alcohol and drugs left him on the verge of losing his family and even his life. It wasn't until a pastor introduced David to the sport of archery and to a God he thought had abandoned him that he finally found the love, peace and purpose he had been searching for.      www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.christianoutdoors.org www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com  

This week Jon shares about his hunting trip to Illinois that included a pretty serious bout of pneumonia and uses that to try and illustrate our need to pursue help when we struggle. Scripture referenced this week:   Galatians 6.2;  James 5.16;  Matthew 11.28-30  As referenced in this week's episode, Jon is available to talk and pray with you if you have are carying a burden that you need help and counsel with.  Reach out at jon@christianoutdoors.org and set up a phone call. 

Food Plots have been the rage for deer hunting for quite some time now. But there is a lot more to it than just casting seed on the ground and hoping a trophy buck will show up. Today, we have one of the best food plot designers, around. Heath Rayfield has been developing and maintaining food plots for decades and knows a thing or two about how to create a plot to fit your specific needs.  Whether it is a small plot in the woods, a large field, or something in between. Seed bed preparation, seed selection, and the Anabolic seed coat can the the winning combination to having the perfect plot.      www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.christianoutdoors.org www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.anabolicgro.com 

Have you ever played the comparison game?  Thought that you weren't enough?  Here is some good news.  God doesn't do that.  He isn't impressed with how much you have but rather just wants you to be faithful with what you have been given! Join Jon this week as he discusses this topic.  If you would like to hear it more in depth then head to hartlandbible.org/sermons/ and select the June 8 sermon. As always, if you wish to discuss this topic in greater detail you may reach out to Jon directly at jon@christianoutdoors.org.    

Born and raised in southeastern Wisconsin, Chad Stillman was introduced to sports and the outdoors at a young age.  Growing up, if you couldn't find him on the soccer or football field, chances are he was in the woods or on the water. Those two passions would lead to a stint as a semi-pro kicker for the Racine Raiders and a cameraman for Bowhunting.com. By 22 years old, he was fresh out a college, a homeowner and embarking on his lifelong dream of working in law enforcement. Quickly moving up in the ranks, he received a promotion to the SWAT Team and ultimately settled in as an FBI Task Force Investigator. To warn our audience, this isn't an easy conversation to listen to as Chad takes us on the emotional journey of his story. Struggling at times to share it here, he details the events of January 17, 2018, a day that changed his life and the lives of others forever. 7 years later and battling with PTSD from the events of that evening, he gives credit to time in the outdoors, the support of friends and family, but most notably his faith, for sustaining him when the pressures of life are too much.     www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.christianoutdoors.org www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com  

Sin doesn't remove our calling, but it does make it harder. This week Jon seeks to share that we are not to live a life of surrender to the results of sin in this world but we are go back and look at the divine intent of creation and live that out as followers of our God. Scripture used or referenced: Genesis 1.26-31; Genesis 2.18; Genesis 3.14-19; Mark 2.17; Luke 2.17; Romans 6.23; John 8.11; John 11.25 Do you have a sin that you are struggling to overcome?  Feel free to reach out to Jon.  He would love to chat with you and pray with you.  Jon believes that our God is in the victory business and that there is nothing in life that God can't redeem.  Shoot him an email: jon@christianoutdoors.org. This devotion is the paired down version of a sermon given last week at Hartland Bible Church where Jon pastors. If you wish to hear the full legnth sermon and hear more of Jon's teaching head to www.hartlandbible.org.  

The day he left for basic training, Aaron Ritter renounced Jesus and all religion. Living a life of selfishness, and as he puts in "the life of a rock star" (whatever that is). Years in the Navy, as a firefighter, living on the edge daily. Several failed marriages and then a horrific motorcycle accident that ripped part of his right leg off.  A faithful father and mother who never stopped praying for their son. A passion for the outdoors, and finally a life surrendered to Jesus.  Limb-itless Outdoors is a program for amputees to find hope and fulfillment through the outdoors and archery. Aaron shares his journey into a life of hope and a desire to help others find it also.    www.limbitlessoutdoors.com  www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.christianoutdoors.org www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com  

This week Jon talks about a fun little narrative in John 6 where the disciples forgot to wait for Jesus and then got stuck in a storm.  While there fear and discouragement seems to have been the choice of the disciples, we find Jesus pursuing them and meeting their needs in the midst of the storm. As always, if you wish to discuss this further, feel free to shoot Jon an email at jon@christianoutdoors.org.

Al Quackenbush is The Faithful Sportsman. Begun several years ago, Al blogs, comments, and reviews items for national publications, and renound websites. His style of "telling it like it is" and honest reviews has brough him a lot of exposure through the years.  Al and his wife are also survivors of the mass shooting in Las Vegas in 2015. His story of escaping the nightmare of that fateful day is riviting. This show is about how the grace of God protected Al throughout his life and has enabled him to be here to tell his story.    www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.christianoutdoors.org www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com  

In today's devotion, Jon challenges us to set aside our excuses and to grab ahold of the call that God has on our lives, to embrace the reality of who God is, and to Be still. Exodus 4.10-11; 1 Timothy 1.15; Acts 9.15; John 20.13; John 20.17; Judges 6.14-15; Psalm 46.10

How important is strength conditioning? For top tier athletes, it is essential for success. Bert Sorin and the folkls at SorinEx are setting the bar for the best strength equipment made today. With literally hundreds of products, and dozens of patents on strength and exercise equipment. They are the best in the business when it comes to providing essential equipment for colleges, universities, military and more.  Bert is also a dedicated outdoorsman, father, husband and follwer of Christ and today we are blessed that he took the time to meet with us and share the journey of his company and his faith along the way. It is a candid conversation that I believe will resonate with a lot of my listeners.      www.sorinex.com www.bertsorin.com www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.christianoutdoors.org www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com  

This week Jon speaks on differentiating between the voice of the accuser and the voice of the restorer.  The lesson this week comes from John 8.1-11 where we find Jesus combatting accusers and restoring the accused! John 8.1-11; John 3.17; James 4.7 As always, should you wish to dialogue about this topic further or have Jon speak at your next event, please reach out to Jon at jon@christianoutdoors.org. You also can hear Jon teach on this topic in greater detail on Hartlandbible.org.  

Listeners know there is nothing more I enjoy more than turkey hunting. The allure of the spring woods being awakened to the thurnderous gobble of a mature turkey stirs my soul like nothing else. It is refreshing when I get the chance to talk with kindred spirits.  Today, Jon Goodwin joins me again on a conversation with Travis Sumner. Travis has "been there and done that" in the world of hunting turkeys. From years spent with NWTF, to conservation groups, and mentoring new hunters. Decades as a member of the Mossy Oak pro-staff and more. Talking about turkeys, managing turkeys, managing habitat for turkeys and living a life loving people and his Lord Jesus Christ. Travis is the real deal. I am sure you will enjoy this conversation as much as we did.      www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.christianoutdoors.org www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com www.mossyoak.com www.nwtf.com  

Today Jon takes a unique look at the Great Commandment, found in Matthew 22, and challenges our listeners to get curious about their neighbor.  After all, how can we love people if we do not seek to know them better? Want to discuss this concept more or have Jon speak at your next event?  Shoot him an email at Jon@christianoutdoors.org.     God Bless!

Kayak Fishing is picking up popularity all across the country with more and more anglers preferrig human powered boats rather than the giant gasoline engines. Kayak fishing poses it's own set of skills and challenges which is what draws many anglers to this activity. As such more and more tournaments have begun with kayak anglers. Bass fishign tournaments, redfishing tournaments and more are gaining popularity.  Chase Carlock of Southwest Indiana Outdoors joins us today to discuss all things Kayak fishing and how he got started and where he is now in the world of Kayak fishing bass tournaments.  Chase also shares with us his journey with his faith. Being reared in church, moving away and finding himself returning to his roots. I guess the scripture is true that if you raise your children up in the Lord they will nto depart from it (paraphrase)   www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.christianoutdoors.org www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com

This week Jon asks a simple question; what do you need to say yes too?   Saying yes can be terifying especially when we feel unqualified.  The Scriptures are littered with men and women who were not qualified but still were called into the service of our Savior.  How can this be possible?  The simple answer is this: our Savior is qualified! This week devotion shares the following Scriptures: Exodus 3.11; 3.13; 4.1; 4.10; 4.13 Isaiah 56.8-9 Ephesians 3.20   If you wish to discuss this topic in further detail, feel free to reach out to Jon directly at jon@christianoutdoors.org.   Are you looking for a speaker for your next event?  Pete and Jon would love to fill your need!  Let us know how we can serve you!

When you do not have a mentor in the outdoors what are your options? At the age of 30 Johnny Mack made the decision he wanted to start hunting. He signed up for his hunter education course in Washington state and took to it like a fish out of water. No one to guide him, he plowed into YouTube videos, and poicking peoples brains to find out all he could about hunting. 4 years, later he took his first big game animal. A black bear in the backcountry of Washington. His story of that day, hunt and more is what led him to begin Soul Seekers Podcast where he shares his knowledge of hunting and beginners with the workd through his platform.  More than 300 episodes later, Johnney, now a Texan, uses mentorship to teach conservation and the good that comes from hunting. His passion for hunting, and passing on the legacy of hunting is central to his mission with Soul Seekers. I am sure you will find this show to be entertaining and enlightening.    www.soulseekersnation.com www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.christianoutdoors.org www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com

This past Sunday Christians all around the world celebrated the resurrection!  Celebration was happening because we know the entirety of the story.  But what about those early Christ followers who were struggling because they had seen their Savior get crucified.  The emotions were high. Today, Jon takes a look at one of those followers.  A follower who struggled and rejoiced.  Who wept uncontrollably and then hugged Jesus uncontrollably as well.  Jon discusses some lessons we can learn from the life of Mary Magdalene in the resurrection about found in John 20.   Hope you all had a blessed Easter.  Praise be to God!  He is risen!

Is fitness a priority for you? Do you enjoy working out with a purpose? Today we have with us the founder of Wheeless Fitness Brett Wheeless talks about the importance of fitness that is designed for overall better health, not just bulking up. We discuss how to get motivated for fitness and some of the things everyone can do to make their health better. Brett uses his fitness business as an avenue to share his lvoe for Christ and share the gospel with his clients and encourages them to treat their bodies as a holy place and how doing so is honoring God.   

In this episode of Devotions with Christian Outdoors Jon takes a brief look at some of the details surrounding the Triumphal Entry during Holy Week. Jesus reveals His heart for the spiritually blind. Jesus reveals His heart for the nations. Jesus reveals His heart for the marginalized. Matthew 21.1-17; Luke 19.41-44; John 3.17

Seven days that changed the world. From a triumphal entry into Jerusalem, to a hill called Golgatha, to an empty tomb. It all happened in seven days.  The sacrifice of Christ cannot be overstated. God became man and took on the sin of the whole world, so that YOU would not have to carry the burden of sin.  For six hours he hung on the cross to take away the sins of the entire world...for YOU. His death is our hope in eternal life with him. his resurrection is proof that our souls live forever. We can choose to live forever in the presence of God, or forever separated from God.  Join Jon and me as we celebrate Holy week. 

As we are quickly approaching Holy Week, Jon discusses some of the details that happened shortly before the Triumphal Entry (Palm Sunday).   This week he shares four truths all coming from John 11 and John 12.  If you are hoping to get the most out of this devotion it is encouraged that give John 11 and 12 a read.  Additional Scriptures to read: Joshua 4.6-7; Joshua 4.19-24; Luke 10.38-42; 1 Peter 2.4-5. Truth #1 - God's Timing is Perfect. Truth #2 - Devotion looks different with different people. Truth #3 - Holy words are often driven by selfish purposes. Truth #4 - Changed lives are monuments that declare God's work.

Walking the halls of the turkey show a few weeks ago, I was flagged down by today's guest. He was working the booth of Backwoods Mafia, an appareal company that has solidified their space in the outdoor market. Our conversation quickly moved to his other company American Threads, where he customizes appareal inhouse for clients.  But what really stood out about Landon was his drive as an entreprenuer and his passion for Christ. We instantly began sharing our faith stories there in the halls of the Gaylord Convention Center and today is no different. Landon has a great story of his faith driven companies and his faith driven life.    www.americanthreadsusa.com  www.taurususa.com www.wired2fishcoffee.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.christianoutdoors.org  

This week Jon discusses four lessons from a lady known as Rahab the Harlot.  While Rahab does share the same middle name as John the Baptist, her last name is not exactly something to be proud of.  However, there are least four lessons we can learn from her life and apply to our own lives. Scripture: Hebrews 11.1-2; Joshua 2, Romans 8.28; Luke 23.39-43; Matthew 1.5; Isaiah 64.8 Lesson #1 - Don't be ashamed of where you have been rescued from. Lesson #2 - Your past does not determine your future. Lesson #3 - It is never too late. Lesson #4 - God is not done writing your story. God desires to shape your lives into something beautiful my friends!!! As always, if you wish to further dialogue about this, please feel free to reach out to Jon at jon@christianoutdoors.org.

In the outdoor arena there are some iconic companies and the men behind them that revolutionized the outdoor industry. Will Primos is at the top of that list. As the founder of the most successful game call company in the world, Will Primos changed the industry with his tenacity and dedication to making excellent products and making them affordable for the everyday consumer.  Will is also known for his down to earth personality, authenticity and his faith. Today we are honored to have Will Primos on the show and discuss his life in the outdoor industry following his dream and his faith to achieve it all.    www.primos.com  www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.christianoutdoors.org

Life has so many questions and some days we simply don't have a many answers.  Today, Jon encourages our listeners to keep their eyes focused on the one who has all the answers! Psalm 46.10; Colossians 3.1-2, John 14.6; Psalm 139.16

For more than 20 years HHA archery sights have won readers choice awards for the best bow sights on the market. And Chris Hamm is one of the reasons why the company has flourished. Chris joins us and shares the journey of the company and his personal journey into a life with Christ. Its a great story that will encourage you to stay the course.   

This week Jon talks about the need to rely on the daily sustenance that is Jesus: the Bread of Life.  The problem is that many of us rely on stale bread, not daily bread.   Scripture: Ephesians 5.1-2, John 6.35, Exodus 16, Matthew 6.11 As always, feel free to reach out to Jon to further discuss this week's devotional at Jon@christianoutdoors.org

Every now and then I get to have a show with other Podcasters who share my passion for Jesus and the outdoors. Today is no different. The Casting Faith Podcast is a new show that shares our passion for God's creation and Jesus. We have a great show where we share these passions. 

This weeks devotion focuses on helping you see yourself as your Heavenly Father sees you!  You are loved my friends!  Don't ever forget it! -God is the author of all life. (Genesis 1.1) -People are created to walk in relationship with God. (Genesis 3.8-9) -People are God's favorite creation (firstfruits) (James 1.18) -People are all created with divine intent (in the womb) (Psalm 139.13-16) -People are the target of God's grace. (Romans 10.13) -People are why Jesus died on the cross. (Luke 23.34) If you would like to further interact with these truths feel free to shoot Jon an email @ jon@christianoutdoors.org .  He would love to discuss this further and help you in your walk with Christ.

Chase eight. How many of us have a buck that haunts our dreams or brings a smile to our face? Michael Tison had such a buck. A big 8 point buck that he chased until he was able to put his tag on him. Shortly afterwards he began a speaking ministry he calls "Chase Eight" where he goes around the country speaking at mens events sharing his story of a passion for hunting and for Jesus.  Today we hear as he shares his story of this hunt that changed his life.   www.chaseeight.com  www.taurususa.com www.nukemhuntingblinds.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.christianoutdoors.org    

We are excited to be bringing back Devotions with Christian Outdoors.  Jon Goodwin, a frequent guest, occasional co-host, and friend of the show and Pete will be hosting this new mid-week mini lesson.  We hope that it will be a blessing to you and draw you closer to our Savior!

How important is clean drinking water? For most of America we take it for granted that when we turn the water tap on, we will have safe clean drinking water. This is not the case for most of the world.  After a chance encounter with a pastor from Kenya, Elliott Stoval felt called to do something about the difficulty for people in Kenya and other parts of the world to get and have clean safe drinking water. Elliott began "The Filter Project" to provide free water filters to people in these areas and to use this avenue to bring them the gospel of Christ in the process.  The Filter Project is designed to provide water filters to people at no cost to them. Relying strictly on donations to purchase and ship the filters to all parts of the world.  You can help by going to their website and donating a filter to support this mission.  www.thefilterproject.com    www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.nukemhuntingblinds.com  www.christianoutdoors.org    

Much of North America was settled by trappers who explored and pioneered this great country. In many areas it is a forgotten or lost art. In others it is frowned upon by those who do not understand the importance of managing wildlife. Trapping is considered by most biologists, and wildlife managers as the best and most effective manner of removing excess populations of predators from the landscape.  Today on Christian Outdoors, we interview a professional trapper from my home state of South Carolina. Bill Smith is owner and operator of Coastal Land and Wildlife Services in the low country of South Carolina and his profession is exactly what we described. Removing excess predators from the landscape. We discuss how he does this, with some trade secrets and some unique techniques he uses to catch coyotes and bobcats. We also discuss his transformation into a follower of Jesus.      www.taurususa.com www.nukemhuntingblinds.com  www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.christianoutdoors.org    

If you watched Outdoor tv back in the 80's and 90's and into the 2000's. you watched a product made by Troy Ruiz. Working with such names as Mossy oak Hunting the Country, Realtree, Headhunters TV, national Wild Turkey Federation, Preston Pittman, NRA, SCI and more. Troy was the man behind the lens. Videoing, editing and producing some of the most iconic shows in Outdoor TV history.  Today we learn of his journey into outdoor tv and how he came to meet Christ in a duck blind in Texas with Phil Robertson. Troy is the real deal, he is passionate about the outdoors and about his Savior. This is one of my favorite shows and I know it will be yours too.    www.taurususa.com www.wired2fishcoffee.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.christianoutdoors.org  

Have you ever dreamed of selling everything and traveling in an RV full time? Many people have dreamed of doing it, but few follow the dream. Today we have on the show, Brian and Theresa Villa (@rvillaadventures on instagram) who in 2018 did just this, they sold everything, bought a 5th wheel RV and began traveling around the United States full time.  After surviving stage 4 cancer twice, Theresa knows the value of "time is short" and grabbed life by the horns and together they set off on the adventure.  We discuss with them details about why they chose a 5th wheel, how they travel, where they have been and get details about the life they chose to live.    www.taurususa.com www.wired2fishcoffee.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.christianoutdoors.org  

Kirk Smally has one of the most inspiring and heart wrenching stories we have had the honor of hearing here at Christian Outdoors. Kirk is the founder of Stand for the SIlent, a non-profit he began after his 11 year oild son took his own life due to bullying in school. Kirk and his wife took this pain and used it to help others who are dealing with this horror.  He has spoken to more than four million youth about the effects of bullying, and travels extensively to share his message. If you have children, you will want to hear this show. The statistics he shares are staggering and heart breaking. More than 60,000 children have taken their own lives in the past seven years directly due to bullying. Kirk is committed to preventing the pain he feels for others.  Jon Goodwin joins me on this show as co-host due to his training in this specific area. If you want Kirk to come speak at your school, church etc. He can be found at; kirk@standforthesilent.org.    www.standforthesilent.org www.taurususa.com www.wired2fishcoffee.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.christianoutdoors.org

Are you a Christian and need firearm training? Do you know how to select your first firearm? Have you ever been taught proper firearm care and use? Today on Christian Outdoors, we are joined with Jason Wood. Jason owns and operates "Cloud and Fire Outdoors" a firearms and survival school for Christians.  jason saw a need to help beleivers be better prepared for emergencies and opened his firearms training to teach and instruct believers in proper firearm selection, care, use and maintenance. He also uses survival school to train basic life skills in case of a real emergency.  www.cloudandfireoutdoors.com www.taurususa.com www.wired2fishcoffee.com www.cva.com www.himtnjerky.com www.murrelloptics.com www.jumpmedic.com www.christianoutdoors.org

While hunting in Wyoming in 2018, Lee Brooke faced all hunters worst nightmare. He came face to face with a Grizzly bear while returning to claim his elk he'd shot the evening before. Unfortunately for Lee, during the night a sow grizzly bear had claimed his elk. Before he could react, the bear was on top of him, clawing, biting, and tossing him about.  "I remember looking down and seeing my mustache and my nose laying on the ground" Lee tells us in his harrowing recount of the nightmare. After spending 7 hours on the mountain, rescue finally arrived. The details, and recovery are all part of this show. You will not want to miss one second as Lee recounts thay fateful day.  His wife Martha also joins us as she shares her story of getting the news, the months in the hospital, dozens of surgeries and more.  Through all of this Lee adn Martha clung to their faith to help them through nthis ordeal.  This is one of the most intersting and captivating stories we have had on Christian Outdoors Podcast and one you will want to save to share for later.   

We have all been bored in the deer stand. Aaron Futrell is no different. To combat his boredome, he wrote the Deer Stand Devotional. A book that inspires and parallels the deer season for most hunters. THis eight part book, follows the 8 weeks of the deer season with inspiritional stories that enlighten and draw us closer to Christ.  Aaron is also a veteran, and a small business owner that makes fishing lures. His story of resiliance and valor are encouraging to all of us. Follow along today and listen to his story and go to Amazon and buy his books.   

In the world of Elk Calling one name is tatamount to success and that is Chad Shearer. Chad has won everything you can win in competition Elk Calling. In addition to this, he is good at calling actual elk! As a guide and outfitter in Montana, he has led hunreds of hunters to the trophy of a life time. Hes hunted on 6 contentents and taken more game than just about anyone alive. In addition to all fo this, he is passionate about sharing his faith in Jesus Christ.  Today, we learn about competition elk calling, and calling elk when hunting. There is a difference. We also hear for the first time Chad sharing some personal events he and his family have endured this year. We at Christian Outdoors are humbled Chad felt comfortable enough to share with us and you the audience. Through it all, his faith has remaind secure.   

RealWord Outdoors was founded in November 2014 by David and Beverly Pait as an evangelistic ministry on Facebook and Youtube. Our mission is to utilize the social media platform to reach the world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to encourage the body of Christ to do the same.  It is our prayer that our outdoor videos will strengthen your faith and encourage you to walk daily in the love of Christ.  In these perilous times, the uncompromised preaching of the Word of God and its real life application has never been more important!

Merry Christmas Everyone! Christ is born! God became man!  On today's show I am joined by my friend jon Goodwin of Gasport, NY and we are having our deer season wrap-up show. While we each have a week left, we wanted to go ahead and get this show done and share with the audience our experiences out of state and in state this seasonb. Both of us have had a good year in regards to successful hunts. But not without some nail-biting moments and mistakes along the way.  Tune in for a good show as we share our stories of the 2024 deer season. 

Duck Commander is in its 50th year as a company, and yet for most of that time, it was a cottage industry. Building duck calls in the family home. All of that changed in the early 2000's when the brand of duck calls started getting the recognition it deserved. Designed by Phil Robertson in the early 1970's the now famous duck calls have led to the demise of tens of thousands of ducks.  But there is far more to the story than mere duck calls. Phil Robertson's conversion has been well documented, and today's show is not about Phil, but about his son Willie. Willie took his business degree and helped propel Duck Commander into a global phenomenon and made them the most sold, most watched and most admired company in the outdoor space.  Willie's humility about how the company grew under his leadership is apparent in this conversation. From expanding sponsorships to TV deals, and the now infamous Duck Dynasty shows. Willie is the epitome of an entrepreneur and as such the family has a platform to focus on what is most important and that is in sharing their faith with tens of millions of folks all across the world.  I am humbled that Willie took time out of his hectic schedule to sit down with me as we discuss all things, ducks, bucks and Jesus.      www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com  www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org    

Not many people have the ability to bring things to life. But an artist like Amy McTague can. Her talent in the art of Taxidermy is on par with someone who began decades before. As a former dental hygienist her attention to detail and care are exhibited in her work. A passionate person about all things in her life. her journey into her new profession is something to admire.     www.primetimetaxidermy.com www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com  www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org    

Forged in Fire participant Brian Evelich joins me today and explains how he took a hobby and turned it into a passion and ministry. How he takes raw steel and fashions beautiful works of art and useful tools is a talent like no other.  But Brian also has a passion for sharing the gospel, and uses his talent in smithing to teach and inspire others. 

Have you ever been scrolling and suddenly got transfixed on something or someone? This happened to me when I found the page of our guest today. Josh Oldenburger has a following like no other and his 10-15 second reels are a gift from God. His ability to convey simple poignant messages in a short clip are powerful and needed in today's world. This show will change your life. 

When it comes to hunt stands, no two are alike. Congaree Fabrication has taken this to a new level. Marc Shirey began this as a hobby and it quickly grew into a full time business. Building platform stands that are strong, comfortable and customizable to your needs and desires. He builds them one at a time in his shop here in South Carolina. Today Marc and his wife Mandy discuss the journey into their business and how it has flourished by putting God first in all they do.     www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com  www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org    

Kenneth Corder has a huge following on social media with his reels about all things waterfowl hunting. From dog training, to setting decoys for ducks and geese, it is all covered. Today we learn all about waterfowl and also his love for Jesus in the process.  www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com  www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org  

Have you ever used a decoy for big game? Decoying deer, elk, pronghorn can be exciting and thrilling if done in the right manner and at the right time of year. Today we talk with the owner and president of Montana Decoy Company Mr. CJ Davis and we learn all about how and when to use decoys successfully.    www.montanadecoy.com  www.taurususa.com www.cva.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com  www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org    

Tony Smotherman is known as the foremost expert in the world of muzzleloaders and muzzleloader hunting. He is also a dear friend and someone that is admired in the outdoor industry. Some of many hats include "director of influencer relations" for BPI outdoors the parent company for CVA, Bergara, Powerbelt, Durasight and Quake Slings.  In this episode we focus the discussion on muzzleloading projectiles and  black powders and powder substitutes (Blackhorn 209). With the advancements of powders and projectiles in the muzzleloading world, we felt this show should help the listener decide on which to use and when to use them.  Tony also has had some recent life changes that he shares with us and how his faith has helped him to handle these changes and how he has drawn on his faith to help him through these events.    www.cva.com  www.taurususa.com www.birddogcoffeebeans.com www.himtnjerky.com www.citrusafe.com www.elimishieldhunt.com  www.nukemhunting.com www.christianoutdoors.org