Outdoor Adventures with Jayson

I have Bryan Zabitski back on to discuss Ten Point Crossbows (https://www.tenpointcrossbows.com) and the great offerings that Ten Point has for crossbows across various price points.We discuss the models and cover my personal experience with The Wicked Ridge Invader HP and now the Wicked Ridge RDX400 and then we review the line of Ten Points from Titan M1 to the Nitro XRT.From the main Ten Point Crossbows page, access their Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube accounts. You can also access Bryan’s crossbow page here (https://www.facebook.com/bryanzabitski/) called Bryan Zabitski’s Crossbow Country.

In this episode, I get to connect with Luke Hardin, one of the owners of FOB Archery (www.fobarchery.com). FOB Archer (Fletching Only Better) was acquired by Luke and his two partners last year. The FOB replaces the traditional fletching on an arrow to make arrows fly better/truer. If you want to see a great video detailing FOB’s and how they work, please see the video from Lusk Archery Adventures (https://youtu.be/r3thFvkc0iY). John does the most comprehensive review of the FOB.You can follow FOB Archery online at Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/FOBarchery/) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/fobarchery/).Give them a look and decide if they will work for your archery needs. Reach out to Luke or anyone via Instagram, Facebook, or the Contact link on their website.

In this episode, I get to talk with Jessica Taylor Byers of Follow Her Arrow (www.followherarrow.com). Jessica is an awesome person who is using her love of archery and hunting to spread the word of this great pastime to women and children. Jessica has a great website and you can follow her adventures from her website and her social media channels: Instagram - @followherarrow Facebook – facebook.com/followherarrow Twitter - @followherarrow YouTube – youtube.com/followherarrow She has two hunting movies done so far, one is Marrow and the other is Grounded. Both are on her Youtube channel and well worth the time to watch. Enjoy the episode and feel free to reach out to Jessica in any method that works best for you.

In this episode, I talk with Ron Nixon of Broadhead Nation. This is a group dedicated to the promotion of archery hunting around the world. The group is also hunter friendly and welcomes legally harvested trophy pictures of any animals taken by any legal means.   The group is family friendly and with members around the world, you can find a great resource to help you if hunting in any areas that you are not familiar with.   To access the group, the Facebook page is:   https://www.facebook.com/groups/broadheadnation/

In this episode, I talk with Martin Schindel. Martin and his wife Kelli created the page Michigan Crossbow Hunters on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1412961368933935/).  This group is open to anyone that hunts with any type of weapon anywhere around the world. While the group tries to focus on information relevant to Michigan hunters, anyone is welcome to share their hunting exploits around the world.   With over 5,500 members and growing, this family-friendly group is a great place to share your love of hunting. In the spring of 2019, a shed hunting get together was done and it made the news. (https://www.facebook.com/FOXSportsDetroit/videos/669626686791167/).   Come and check out the group on Facebook.

In this episode, I chat with Brittany Longoria. She is an accomplished hunter, conservationist, philanthropist and storyteller. Along with her husband, she has hunted all over the world. Brittany runs her company Rock Environmental, LLC (http://rockenvironmental.com), where she provides philanthropic consulting for nonprofits and donors. Britt works with a variety of companies and sits on the board for a number of companies like Trinity Oaks in Texas (https://trinityoaks.org). We also discuss the treatment of female hunters on social media and why there is such an aggressive attitude directed and women hunters online. Britt was the subject of this backlash when a picture of her with a leopard was taken from her Instagram page and used by anti-hunters. Britt’s Instagram page (https://www.instagram.com/brittlongoria/) is a great place to follow her adventures. Britt is telling her story of hunting and conservation for all to enjoy and show the full hunting story.

I talk with Joshua C Chadd, a professional hunting guide and author. Joshua guides for Majestic Mountain Outfitters (https://www.majesticmountainoutfitters.com).  As a guide, Josh helps clients harvest sheep and brown bear in Alaska and a number of different animals in Montana. When not guiding for big game animals, Josh likes to write fiction books. His website (https://www.joshuacchadd.com) is where you can see his sci-fi and fiction writing. His current set of books, The Brother’s Creed is available and he will have more titles coming in the future. Follow Josh on his social media pages accesses from his website. Feel free to contact Josh to discuss hunting or writing via his website.

In this episode, I have Scott Hunter back of Top Ten Percent Deer Management (https://toptenpercentdeermanagement.com).Scott, his wife Rikki, and his son Kyle help you manage your land for harvesting bigger deer. They can come in and help you with Food Plots, Scrape Lines, Water Holes, Stand Placement, and Sanctuaries. The proof is in Scott's several free-range Michigan Boone and Crocket Deer took from his managed properties. Whether you have 10 acres or 10,000 acres, Scott can assist you with habitat improvement.  Planned for late summer of 2019, Scott and his family are looking to open an archery store in Coldwater, Michigan. There will be more information on this as the opening gets closer. In the first and second quarter of 2020 you will be able to see Scott and the Top Ten Percent Deer Management Crew hunting around the United States for big deer. The times will be Thursday at 11:00 p.m. and Mondays at 5:30 p.m. on the Sportsmen Channel. You can contact Scott directly from the Top Ten Website or by calling (734) 717-1862. You can also view Top Ten Percentage’s social media at: Facebook – Top Ten Percent is @Top10Percent YouTube – Top Ten Percent Deer Management Instagram – @topptenpercent

In this episode, I talk with Brad Luttrell,  one of the founders of the outdoor app GoWild. GoWild is an application for both the iOS and Android platform that is built by outdoors people for outdoors people. This is an app designed to be used by hunters, fishermen, and anyone else who enjoys outdoor activities. Unlike some of the larger social media platforms that remove hunting or fishing content, GoWild is all-embracing of it as are the people that use it. You can go to the Time To Go Wild (www.timetogowild.com) webpage to see many of the current features and future features that are being worked on.  There is also a  GoWild App YouTube page: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC35NE3KkYcpullhcpYqZuLw) Brad also does a podcast called Restless Native and you can access the website www.everrestless.com).  When the app was released in 2017, there were articles that interviewed Brad and discussed the application. Here are links to them: Petersen’s Bowhunting - https://www.bowhuntingmag.com/editorial/new-gowild-app-gaining-steam/309121 Wideopen Spaces - https://www.wideopenspaces.com/if-you-download-any-app-as-an-outdoorsman-make-it-this-one/

I talk with Bryan Zabitski of TenPoint Crossbows (https://www.tenpointcrossbows.com).  Bryan is the Marketing Coordinator and creates lots of great content for the TenPoint Crossbows family of products. Under the TenPoint Family, you have three distinct brands of crossbows. You have TenPoint, Wicked Ridge, and Horton. Bryan covers the history of TenPoint Crossbows and that the company is 25 years old as of 2019. Bryan has created a lot of videos for the various TenPoint crossbow products. These videos are on YouTube and can be accessed using this link (https://www.youtube.com/user/TenPointCrossbows) We spend most of this show discussing the Wicked Ridge(http://www.wickedridgecrossbows.com) family of crossbows. I have a Wicked Ridge Invader G3 and have recently picked up the Wicked Ridge RDX 400. You can use the Wicked Ridge website to access a list of Dealers around the country if you would like to see any of the Wicked Ridge, Horton, or TenPoint Crossbows. You can access TenPoints Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube accounts from their website.   Thank you to the following companies that make Outdoor Adventures with Jayson possible: DTO Optics - https://dtooptics.com Buck Fever Synthetics - https://buckfeverusa.com Raxx, Inc. - https://www.raxxinc.com Tall Tines Taxidermy – (616) 723-7970 Top Ten Percent Deer Management - https://toptenpercentdeermanagement.com

In this episode, I catch up with John Lusk of Lusk Archery Adventures. Lusk Archery Adventures is a popular YouTube channel dealing with archery hunting. On John’s YouTube page, you can see extensive broadhead tests, his archery hunts, and bow reviews. John’s knowledge of broadhead construction is second to none. You can reach John at the following social media pages: YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHwOgJaEIyxvxcXSZN76pfg Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/luskarcheryadventures/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/luskarcheryadventures/?hl=en Please subscribe to John’s YouTube channel to stay up to date on his hunting adventures and equipment reviews.

I talk with Matt Miller of Tryin’ Hard Outdoors (facebook.com/Tryin-Hard-Outdoors). Matt is a professional competitive crossbow shooter. He participates in the Archery Shooters Association (www.asaarchery.com) tournaments held around the United States. Matt shoots a Mission SUB-1 Crossbow (https://missioncrossbows.com), an amazing piece of technology fitted with an HHA Speed Dial (hhasports.com/optimizer-speed-dial) to make sure that he can shoot arrows out to any needed distance during either hunting or tournaments. Matt was also at the 2019 ATA show and we talk about some items he saw there and gives us his viewpoint. Then we just talk about hunting. Matt is an accomplished hunter in addition to a competitive archery shooter. He spends a lot of time guiding and marketing hunts for Collins Low Country Hunting Club (www.collinslowcountryhuntingclub.com).

I get to talk with Rich Wilson, the creator of the YouTube channel Death by Bunjie (YouTube). On this channel, Rich tackles using a crossbow for both pleasure shooting and for hunting.  Rich shows himself getting acquainted with his crossbow to recent videos where he tackles different hunting scenarios and hunting in different states.  You can contact Rich through his Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/deathbybunjie/) and www.deathbybunjie.com with any questions about Bunjie, recording videos, or crossbows in general.

Talk with Jeff Welch, owner of Drop-Tine Optics (dtooptics.com)and DTO Outdoors. Jeff and co-owner Austin have brought a great line of Optics to the USA with a value price. Their hope is to keep providing quality optics at a price that everyone can afford. With a 30-Day Money Back Guarantee and a Life-Time Warranty, the guys are looking to make a mark in the large optics field here in the United States and Canada. You can find them on Facebook at @DTOoptics and on Instagram at @dtooptics.  Head out, follow this company and get yourself some new amazing optics!

In this episode, I talk with Douglas Boze, author of  The Ultimate Guide to Black Bear Hunting (Ultimate Guide to Black Bear Hunting). Doug has hunting bears in his home state of Washington, and as it says on Amazon ”Here Boze shares information accumulated from a lifetime of hunting, including: • How to select the best locations for baiting • The best spotting and stalking tactics • The proper shot placement • How to pick guns and loads • The basics of predator calling • How to field dress a bear • And many other trusted tips and tactics With dozens of photographs and diagrams that add to the expertise that Boze provides, The Ultimate Guide to Black Bear Hunting is a must-have for every serious hunter looking to take home a good-sized bear this season.” Besides Amazon, you can find Doug’s other book at lulu.com (No Bait Just Bears! Black Bear Hunting Tactics). As Doug indicates, his Ultimate Guide to Black Bear Hunting is an expanded version of his book No Bait. If you would like to follow Doug online, you can find his on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/douglas.boze) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/bozeandbears/) or by email at bozeandbears@hotmail.com

In this episode, I get to talk with Troy Kailbourne, the owner of Buck Fever Synthetics (www.buckfeverusa.com). Buck Fever Synthetics manufactures a line of products to keep your scrapes going year ‘round.  In addition to deer attractants, they produce elk, moose, bear, and hog attractants as well as a line of vanishing products to hide your scent during hunting, one for anglers, another for law enforcement offices, and one for athletics, to clean up smelly equipment. We discuss the uses for the product, keeping a mock scrap going all year, and how to use some of the other products in the field or your house, In the year since Troy has purchased Buck Fever, he has spent his time on continuing to spread the Buck Fever story. Follow Buck Fever Synthetics on Facebook (@BuckFeverSynthetics), and on Instagram (@buckfeverusa), and Twitter(@BuckFeverUSA).

In this episode, I talk with Gina Wiseman of EP Adventures TV (epadventures.com). Gina and her husband Scott, along with the rest of the crew film the EP Adventures TV show. We talk the show, her introduction to hunting from her husband Scott and now hosting a show. Scott and Gina work with a number of great companies that we talk about. They will be at the Cabela’s in Grandville, MI (cabelas.com) on 4/13/19 from 1 pm – 3 pm discussing Rage Broadheads, giving away a Shooter Buck Turkey target and talking Michigan Spring Turkey Season. Brands/Products discussed in this show: Rage Broadheads - http://www.ragebroadheads.com Scentlok -  https://www.scentlok.com Mathews - https://www.mathewsinc.com Deepwoods Projext - https://www.facebook.com/DeepwoodsProjext/ Carbon Express Crossbows - https://www.feradyne.com/bowhunting/crossbows/ Buck Fever Scents - www.buckfeverusa.com

In this episode, I talk with Doug Kostreva, owner of Horny Buck Seed (hornybuckseed.com).  Doug is an awesome guy, giving his time to discuss food plots and how they can help with your land management to produce bigger deer. Horny Buck Seed produces a whole line of seed to help you feed deer year round. On his YouTube channel (youtube.com), Doug provides an explanation about each seed type that he sells. If you are not having the success you want with your food plots, reach out to Doug or any of the dealers listed on the website to get started with Horny Buck Seed and with some hard work, you could see amazing results.

In this episode, I get to talk with Judy Usunier of Big Grass Outfitters. (biggrassoutfitters.com) a bear and waterfowl outfitting service in Manitoba, Canada. Big Grass Outfitters provides full accommodations for bear and waterfowl hunting. Judy and her husband Tom maintain active baits for spring and fall bear hunts. While there is no guarantee of seeing a color phase black bear, in Manitoba you have a high chance of seeing one. You can connect with Big Grass Outfitters on Facebook (@biggrassoutfitters), Twitter (@biggrasslady), and on Instagram (@biggrassoutfitters). Contact on their website on the Contact page or by phone at 204-773-3686 or by email at biggrass@xplornet.ca

In this episode, I talk with Austin and Jason Jones, a father-son hunting team from here in Michigan. They call themselves the Jones Boys Hunting Squad and you can find them on Facebook at @jonesboyshuntingsquad. These two are amazing, Austin is confined to a wheelchair, and even with that, he is one hunting machine. He hunts with a crossbow and with the assistance of his dad, Austin hunts lots of different game animals. Austin looks at his target through the scope of the crossbow and directs his dad in aiming and pulling the trigger at the time Austin tells him too. You can see Austin and Jason’s hunts online, Austin does all the editing of videos and posts them to the Jones Boys Hunting Squad Facebook page. Austin and Jason have some great companies that they work with to keep Austin out hunting. Check out: Gearhead Archery(gearheadarchery.com) G5 Outdoors(g5outdoors.com) Ultimate Predator(ultimatepredatorgear.com) Bad River Outdoors(badriveroutdoors.com) Chelsea Taxidermy Studio(chelseataxidermystudios.com) Independent Archer’s Association(michiganiaa.com)

In this episode, I spend a few minutes talking with Jim Shockey about his father Hal, his father-in-law Len and the values that were passed down related to family and hunting and what Jim, wants his grandkids to know. If you are not familiar with Hal and Len, here is a video from YouTube that will leave you laughing. To learn more about Jim Shockey, please go to http://www.jimshockey.comwhere you can learn about Jim’s museum, watch some videos, access all of Jim's social media, and book a hunt.

In this episode, I talk with Dean Trumbley and Kent Michie, hosts of Bushnell’s Trigger Effect TV (triggereffect.tv).  The show is on a number of places including The Sportsman channel, My Outdoor TV (myoutdoortv.com) and you can access prior season’s on their website.  We discuss a number of items ranging from how the show came about, Dean and Kent’s outdoor past, and something we are all passionate about which is stopping hunters from attacking other hunters. Dean and Kent made an awesome video about this called Hunting – The Big Picture (Hunting - The Big Picture). It was fantastic to talk with fellow outdoorsmen who believe like I do that without a change in how some hunters feel that they are entitled to put their views onto others, hunting and fishing could be in trouble for future generations. We also spend time discussing how Dean and Kent run their show and that they do a lot of filming for each other, self-filming and maybe occasionally take a cameraperson with them. This keeps the hunt more intimate without having to have a large number of people go on trips with them. We also discuss the fantastic sponsors that are what make the show possible. This includes Bushnell (bushnell.com), Savage Arms(savagearms.com), Federal Premium(federalpremium.com), Primos(primos.com),  Tactacam(tactacam.com), and the list goes on. During their recent trip to the Shot Show (an industry event in Las Vegas), Dean and Kent were able to visit with some of their sponsors to see new products. Dean and Kent made some great videos on Shot Show products including an awesome Savage Model 212 bolt action Turkey gun (https://youtu.be/PtDjaNh1uZI), and if you are a predator hunter, the new Primo’s DogNet call (https://youtu.be/j6fEogVm-NM

In this episode, I get to catch up with Steve Scott, host of Safari Hunter’s Journal and Steve Scott’s Outdoor Guide (www.stevescott.tv). Steve use’s his wisdom, humor, and science-based facts to show the benefits that hunters provide around the globe. A true conservationist, Steve transitioned from his prior life as an attorney and college professor to being full-time in the outdoor hunting industry. Steve is also active with The Outfitter Wire (www.outfitterwire.com), which helps to showcase hunts around the globe that are available to do. Steve is also helping to establish the first hunting show in China called The China Hunting Show (www.chinahuntingshow.com) and on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/chinahuntingshow/). Here outfitters from Europe, South America, North America, Africa, and New Zealand will converge to provide international hunting opportunities to Chinese citizens. If you are interested, please contact Steve. You can connect with Steve via his social media channels including: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SteveScottTV/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/SteveScottTV Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevescotttv/

In this episode, I talk with Devin Leonard. Devin has spent a considerable amount of time chasing Mule Deer across the Western United States and Northern Mexico. He is knowledgeable about mountain hunting and has taken some awesome animals. Here are two links to hunts featured on The Experience YouTube Channel: Taking a Bow to a Gunfight -  https://youtu.be/e9LvqgN9P0U Bowhunting New Mexico Ibex w/ Devin Leonard - https://youtu.be/OtZnXUJHTDc To access iSocialBoost and get Devin’s assistance with growing your Instagram, go to www.isocialboost.com and don’t forget to use the promo code Outdoors to save 80% off the cost for your first week. You can find Devin’s Instagram here – Instagram.com/devinleonard_

In this episode, I interview Bartt Brenton, owner of Brenton USA(www.brentonusa.com), manufacturer of premium AR hunting rifles. As an engineer, Bartt set out to build premium hunting rifles on the AR platform using the cartridges that best fit the AR-15 platform. In this episode we discuss what led him to manufacture arms with the passage in Michigan of the ability to use certain straight walled cartridges in the southern part of the state verse the normal shotgun only. The 450 Bushmaster cartridge was the first mass cartridge in use and the start of Brenton arms. As a lifelong hunter and reloader, Bartt wanted to build functional hunting rifles, using cartridges that took advantage of the Modern Sporting Rifle platform. If you have questions on the options available for Brenton USA firearms, please contact Brenton USA at 517-281-2571 or via the Contact Us page on their website.

I interview Dennis Ganc, of Wild Bout Huntin (www.wildbouthuntin.com). Dennis and his fellow hunters travel the eastern United States hunting and showcasing opportunities in Pennsylvania, New York, and other east coast areas.   You can watch the show on demand at the Gen7 Outdoor Channel Online (https://gen7outdoors.com) or on Roku or other streaming options.   To contact Dennis, you can connect through the Wild ‘Bout Huntin Facebook page(@wildbouthuntin), or by emailing Dennis at dennis@wildbouthuntin.com.

I interview James Lipps, the founder of the Facebook page The Camo Brotherhood (@TheCamoBrotherhood). This is a hunting group to celebrate all things hunting and all animals harvested by hunters. There is no ridicule of your animal, your animal is celebrated by all. We spend time discussing The Camo Brotherhood and the thoughts and philosophy behind the show. Then we discuss the awesome companies that are assisting James and all the other admins and team members. Below is a list of sponsors discussed: Raxx, INC. – They make an awesome bow holder to display your bow during offseason. Please go to (www.raxxinc.com). Darton Archery – They manufacture great crossbows that the team members use. Go to www.dartonarchery.comfor more information. Black Eagle Arrows – www.blackeaglearrows.com Rexpid Broadheads – www.rexpid.com Arctic Shield – www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com Barronett Blinds – www.barronettblinds.com HHA Sports – www.hhasports.com Rivers Edge Treestands – www.huntriversedge.com Please also consider a pledge to my Patreon account. Here is the link right to my page. Thank you in advance patreon.com/outdooradventureswithjayson

In this episode, I speak with Adam King and Kevin Johnson of Raxx, Inc. Adam founded Raxx, Inc (www.raxxinc.com), and Kevin runs the ProStaff program. Raxx makes a unique product to display your traditional, compound, or crossbow and it incorporates the brand name of your bow.   Go to the website to see the many different options available to display your bow. Use the discount code Podcast to receive a 15% discount on your first order.   You can find Raxx online at:   Facebook - @raxxinc   Instagram – Raxxinc   If you have an idea for a custom order, email sales@raxxinc.com

Please go to EP Adventures Facebook page to enter yourself in their contest.   facebook.com/epadventures

In this episode, I talk with Scott Hunter, owner of Top Ten Percent (https://toptenpercentdeermanagement.com).  Scott, his wife Rikki, and his son Kyle help you manage your land for harvesting bigger deer. They can come in and help you with Food Plots, Scrape Lines, Water Holes, Stand Placement, and Sanctuaries. The proof is in Scott's several free-range Michigan Boone and Crocket Deer took from his managed properties. Whether you have 10 acres or 10,000 acres, Scott can assist you with habitat improvement.  You can contact Scott directly from the Top Ten Website or by calling (734) 717-1862. You can also view Top Ten Percentage’s social media at: Facebook – Top Ten Percent is @Top10Percent Facebook – Top Ten % on the Hunt is @HunterOnTheHunt YouTube – Top Ten Percent Deer Management Instagram – topptenpercent Vimeo – Top 10 Percent

In this episode, I talk with Jason Brenic, United States Director of Sales and Marketing for Piscifun (piscifun.com). Piscifun is expanding it’s branded line of fishing gear that in my opinion represents the best value in premier fishing gear. We also discuss some hunting that Jason gets to do in Wisconsin where he lives. Check out Piscifun’s Youtube Page here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCelezzP9n6GAsvlYWMHCw9Q Facebook - @Piscifun Instagram - @Piscifun

In this episode, I talk briefly with my new occasional co-host Huntlee Myrtle. Huntlee is 5 years old and with the help of his mom and dad, started his YouTube channel Huntlee Myrtle Outdoors (Huntlee Myrtle Outdoors). Huntlee can also be found on Facebook at Huntlee Myrtle Outdoors (@Huntleemyrtleoutdoors). According to Huntlee’s dad Cody Myrtle, this idea took place after Huntlee meet Jimmy Houston when he was 4 years old.  Cody said Huntlee is now wanting to help other kids learn to fish and hunt, so Huntlee has launched a charity to bring that to life. You can purchase hats from Huntlee Myrtle Outdoors (HMO) to help raise money. Huntlee has also caught the eye of a few companies that are helping to sponsor his adventures. Huntlee uses Piscifun (Piscifun.com), K&M Bait Co. (Facebook - @KMBAITCO),  Wapsie Lure (Wapsielure.com), and Daddy’s Little Hunter books (dlhbooks.com).

In this episode, I talk with Ed Doherty of Unchained Outdoors TV (unchained-outdoors.net). Ed is new to the show and lives and hunts in Pennsylvania. The show is in its second season and is available on the Gen 7 Outdoors website, Roku, Amazon FireTV, Chromecast, and Androidtv. We discuss hunting in Pennsylvania, filming your hunt, Nevin’s Hunting Friends (See episode 067 of my show).  Ed and the crew hunt whitetail, turkey, waterfowl, and anything else local that they have an opportunity to hunt. Please check out the show on the Gen 7 Outdoors Channel (gen7outdoors.com/unchainedoutdoors/), and on Facebook (@unchainedoutdoorstv). Please contact Ed with any questions on the show, hunting, or any of the episodes via Facebook or by email at or by email at unchainedoutdoors@yahoo.com.

In this episode, I talk with Scott Wiseman of EP Adventures (www.epadventures.com). Scott and his hunting crew produce a line of quality hunting videos that you can order from their website or at stores in Michigan like Meijer and Jay’s Sporting Goods. Make sure to check out EP Adventures really active Facebook page (EP Adventures) and their Instagram page (@epadventureshunt).

In this episode, I speak with Matt Miller of Tryin’ Hard Outdoors. Matt is a competitive crossbow shooter in the Archery Shooters Association (www.asaarchery.com) and the International Bowhunting Organization (www.ibo.net). He is also a guide for Collins Low Country Hunt Club (collinslowcountryhuntingclub.com). In this episode Matt and I cover a lot of information in hunting, shooting crossbows, tournament shooting, and his hunting experience. You can reach Matt via Facebook (@Tryin-Hard-Outdoors), Instagram (@tryinhardoutdoors), or by email at Matt@tryinhardoutdoors.com. Matt currently shoots a Mission Crossbow (missioncrossbows.com)

In this episode, I get to talk with Antonio Abraham who is setting up a target and 3D shoot in the Bahamas. This will take place on November 1-4, 2018.  The shoot (https://www.bahamas.com/event/bahamas-shoot) is taking place in Freeport at Taino Beach and you will have a number of different resorts to stay at and options for getting to The Bahamas (https://www.thebahamasshoot.com/travel-info). If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Antonio directly at 242-426-8307 or by e-mail at Antonio@bahamasshoot.com. You can also find out more information and register online at www.thebahamasshoot.com.

In this episode, I talk with Justin McFadden of Unchained Outdoors TV (https://www.unchained-outdoors.net/home). The show is in its second season and is available on the Gen 7 Outdoors website, Roku, Amazon FireTV, Chromecast, and Androidtv (https://gen7outdoors.com/unchainedoutdoors/). We discuss hunting in Pennsylvania, filming your hunt, Nevin’s Hunting Friends (See episode 067 of my show).  Justin and the crew hunt whitetail, turkey, waterfowl, and anything else local that they have an opportunity to hunt.  Please check out the show on the Gen 7 Outdoors Channel, and on Facebook (@unchainedoutdoorstv). Please contact Justin with any questions on the show, hunting, or any of the episodes via Facebook or by email at or by email at unchainedoutdoors@yahoo.com.

I get to speak with Blake Alma (www.blakealma.com), he is a fireball of activity creating books, blogs, podcasts, and videos related to the outdoor industry. Blake has a new book coming out called An Outdoorsman’s Heart. You can order it from www.blakealmabook.com where he has information on the new book. Please follow him on Facebook and catch his show on the Hunt Channel(www.huntchannel.tv), using a Roku, or via the free Apple or Andriod app. 

In this episode, I talk with Daniel Burns, whose son came up with the idea to start Nevin’s Hunting Friends (http://www.nevinshuntingfriends.com). A group dedicated to getting kids with special needs outdoors. Their mission is simple, “to help those kids that have trouble getting into the woods due to their illness”. Nevin’s Hunting Friends is a 501c3 charity and can be contacted from their website listed above or by the groups Facebook page (@nevinshuntingfriends). You can view past hunts on the GEN 7 Outdoors TV Channel by clicking here. If you are a manufacturer of hunting or fishing gear, I would encourage you to look at this special needs group and see if you can provide some gear to help keep these young kids in the outdoors.

In this episode, I talk with Aaron Neilson about his business Global Hunting Resources (www.huntghr.com) and his hosting of the TV Show Trijicon’s World of Sports Afield (http://safariclassics.net/tv_shows.html). Aaron and I discuss some of his favorite hunt's, the hunting industry and how Global Hunting Resources can make your hunting dreams come true and the effect social media has on the hunting industry. Please contact Aaron directly at globalhunts@aol.com, and let Aaron help you plan out a dream hunt.

In this episode, I talk with Brendan Nel of BoschNel Safaris (https://www.boschnelsafaris.co.za). Brendan is a Professional Hunter with this family-run operation in South Africa. You can hunt all the dangerous big game with BoschNel Safaris as well as numerous options for plains game hunting, fishing, and site seeing.   BoschNel Safaris has a Facebook page(@BoschNelSafaris), and a Facebook group page (BoschnNel Safaris Hunting and Discussion). Please contact Brendan via Facebook or their website to discuss your African hunting trip.

In this episode, I talk with Jeff Budz who has over 97 Turkey Slams. He owns Tag It Worldwide (http://www.tagitworldwide.com), which is his outfitting business. Jeff offers Osceola Turkey hunts in south Florida, as well as hog and alligator hunts. In addition to the outfitting in Florida, Jeff offers clients the opportunity to get a Turkey Slam in one season.   Jeff is a hard-driving outfitter and wants to make sure that you are happy, but also have a realistic understanding of the hunt(s) you will be doing with him or one of his guides. Please call Jeff Budz at 217-502-1304 to further discuss turkey hunting and the opportunities he can help you with.   National Wild Turkey Federation - www.nwtf.org

In this episode, Chris Guikema is back as we are talking elk and mule deer hunting with Compass West Outfitters (http://www.compasswestoutfitters.com). Chris and his wife run a guide service for New Mexico and Colorado. While Chris is based in northern New Mexico, he covers the entire state and Colorado offering elk, mule deer, Rocky Mountain Big Horn Sheep, and Desert Big Horn Sheep. He can also assist with one of the coveted Ibex and Gemsbok tags that you can be drawn for in New Mexico. You can contact Chris by email at info@compasswestoutfitters.com or by phone at (505) 801-7500. You can also head over to Compass West Outfitters Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/compasswestoutfitters/ and on Instagram at compasswestoutfitters.

In this episode I have a discussion with Owen Eldred, Master Taxidermist of The Wildlife Gallery (https://thewildlifegallery.com). I talk with Owen about becoming a taxidermist, some of his favorite types of work he likes to do and how he got his start in taxidermy. We also discuss what The Wildlife Gallery can do for people looking to have their hunting memories turned into works of art. The Wildlife Gallery is located in Michigan and able to service anyone in the United States and other areas of the world. Please contact The Wildlife Gallery at 989-561-5369 to talk with Owen or anyone else on the staff for your taxidermy needs. Also check out the amazing videos of their work at https://thewildlifegallery.com/videos/ As a show that talks about and discusses the outdoor lifestyle that we all love to participate in, I hope you will consider joining the groups that help to protect wildlife habitat. If you are not a member, look at the following groups to support:   National Wild Turkey Federation - www.nwtf.org Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation - www.rmef.org Backcountry Hunters & Anglers - www.backcountryhunters.org

In this episode I catch up with Jay Leyendecker. Jay is an agent with Hall and Hall (http://hallhall.com/broker/jay-leyendecker) and specializes in helping you find the ranch property that fits your needs. Jay has an amazing background, he grew up in Laredo, Texas and upon leaving high school he not only attended college here in the states, but in the off time he learned the skills of a professional hunter in Botswana. You can contact Jay using the link above or email him at jay@hallandhall.com and Jay will be happy to discuss your land needs/wants, or hunting. He is well versed in each and a fantastic person to help you with many items related to ranch ownership/management.

In this episode, I catch up with Chris Caffery (http://chriscaffery.com). Chris is a famous musician, playing guitar for the band Savatage (http://www.savatage.com) and one of the founding members of Tran-Siberian Orchestra (http://www.trans-siberian.com/index/home). Not only is Chris a master at the guitar, you will also find him using his bow and crossbow out in the field hunting for whitetail and turkey in his New York home. Chris also likes to fish for the various types of fish found in the waters of New York state. In addition to his hunting and music, Chris is an entrepreneur and has a line of hot sauces called High River Sauces (http://highriversauces.com). I hope you enjoy the interview, Chris is an amazingly nice guy like so many outdoorsman. If you want to contact Chris, you can reach out at: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ChrisCafferyMusic Twitter - @ChrisCaffery

In this episode, I interview James Reese, the creator of Bowhunters Of America on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/howyalikemenow/about/) Bowhunters Of America is the largest hunting group on Facebook. It is family friendly with adults and children posting in the group. The group is managed to make sure that everyone is respectful to each other and any of their legally harvested animals. While the site focuses on bow hunting, it is an inclusive group and you can post/discuss any legally harvest animal taken by any means. James was able to attend the 2018 ATA Show (Archery Trade Association). Here James was able to see some new gear coming. A number of items are discussed and below are links to all the companies discussed:   Element Arrows (http://elementarcheryusa.com) Steady Form (http://www.steadyform.com) NAP (https://www.newarchery.com) Tooth of the Arrow Broadheads (https://toothofthearrow.com) Treezyn (https://treezyn.com) Bowtech (https://bowtecharchery.com) Excalibur Crossbows (http://www.excaliburcrossbow.com) Double Bull Blinds (https://www.primos.com/products/double-bull-blinds/) QAD Rests (http://www.qadinc.com) Bowshooters Station (http://www.lahuntinggear.com) Tree Stand Buddy (https://treestandbuddy.com) Skyline Safety System (https://www.skylinesafetysystem.com) Lakewood Bow Cases (https://www.lakewoodproducts.com/hunting-cases/bow-cases/) Hickory Creek Draw-Loc Crossbow (http://drawloc.com) Plythal Technical Gear (https://www.plythal.com) Please feel free to follow any of these links. If you purchase anything, let the company know it was a result of this podcast Outdoor Adventures with Jayson and Bowhunters of America Facebook group.

In this episode I get to chat with Tollie Jordaan of Tollie’s African Safaris(https://www.huntinginafrica.website). Tollie started this hunting lodge in the early 1980’s on family property and has grown the operation to where he hunts about 200,000 acreas for about 30 species. He also has concessions in Zimbabwe to take Leopard and Elephant. Tollie and his family and staff will take care of all levels of hunters to Africa. Whether this is your 1st trip or 30th trip, between the hunting and sightseeing, Tollie’s African Safaris will make sure you have an amazing trip. Please contact Tollie and his staff via their amazing website to plan your trip to Africa.

In this episode of Outdoor Adventures with Jayson, I catch up with Pete Muller, Public Relations Specialist and Online Media Manager for the National Wild Turkey Federation (www.nwtf.org). In this episode we discuss the 2018 NWTF Convention that is taking place in Nashville, Tennessee from February 14 – 18, 2018. We also discuss Pete’s 2017 Alligator hunt in South Carolina with a bow. It is a hunt he had put in for over a four year period and one that he documented on his personal Instagram page. If you would like to connect with Pete or the social media channels for the National Wild Turkey Federation at the below addresses:   NWTF Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/THENWTF NWTF Twitter - @NWTF_official NWTF YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/NWTFonline NWTF Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/official_nwtf/ Pete Muller Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/pmuller0322/

In this episode, I interview Justin Ragazzine. Justin is the youngest person to have completed the Super Slam of North America. This involves taking 29 different big game animals and recording the hunts with OVIS (slamquest.org). This is a huge accomplishment in the world of hunting and Justin details it in a book he wrote on it titled Against All Odds (My Quest for the North American Super Slam). You can order the hard copy version from Amazon here or the e-book version from Lulu.com here.   Justin can be reached at Facebook by going here and at Instagram at jragazzine. Please reach out to Justin with any questions on his book or hunting in general.

I have been on a leave from the show for a few months, and this new episode is great. I talk with Kara Wattunen a tournament-fishing woman from Minnesota. Kara has fished in a number of tournaments including Cabela’s National Walleye Tour (https://www.facebook.com/NationalWalleyeTour/). You can contact Kara via Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/karawattunenpromotional/) or on Instagram (@kwattunen).   In this episode we discuss a number of different subjects that Kara is passionate about. Here is a link to further articles that Kara has written on numerous subjects around fishing (https://powrtran.com/blog/harsh-reality-kara-wattunen/).