Rooted Outdoors

Tune in as the boys shared their thoughts on todays worldly Gurus!  Should we listen to them or is everything we need to know in the Bible?Support the show

Join the fellas as they catch up on their hunting seasons and dive into what it means to slow down!Support the show

On this episode the guys catch up on life over the past several months and dive deep into Corey's journey into becoming a Whitetail Properties Land Specialist.Support the show

The guys get to chat with The Hunting Beast himself, Dan Infalt!  They dive deep into the mental approach of hunting and how that evolves for all hunters through experiences.  Every hunter goes through mental battles along their hunting journey that shape the way they approach each hunt.  Dan is no different when it comes to his life and how that differs from when he was a youngster to now as a proven whitetail hunter!Support the show

The boys invite one of their old time friends back to the podcast, Christian Williams!  Christian is the founder and owner of Archery Strong, a company that helps archers not only back to shooting after an injury but also maintain a solid foundation for shooting.  His programs have helped many archers from around the world!Support the show

Join the guys as they host their wives for the first time ever!  The ladies talk about the challenges of being married to a hunter, how each season creates new opportunities and how to navigate communication!  This is one to share with your spouse or anyone that is effected by your passion of pursuing game!Support the show

Don Higgins is a legend in the world of hunting whitetails. He has killed multiple free-range 200" deer and has a wall full of other bucks that most people never get to lay eyes on, let alone shoot. But what separates Don from everyone else is not his wall full of trophies, its his passion to help others and share his faith with everyone he meets. On this episode we discuss the state of the hunting industry, how to keep pushing when things don't go your way and of course, Don's go-to snacks in the treestand.Support the show

Jake Bush states, there are those who bow hunt and there are bowhunters.  Tune in as the guys chat with a true bowhunter.   Jake talks about his countless hours of tuning and perfecting his craft.  Being a bowhunter is his greatest passion,  including all of  the early morning workouts, the time spent fine tuning gear, scouting and practicing, all for one moment.  Jake also shares how God has touched him through the outdoors!Support the show

Steven Fuller is the founder and owner of the The Huntin Grounds, one of the most popular YouTube Channels and hunting brands out there. Steven has a unique background with turning small parcels of land into a paradise for wildlife. As you can imagine, that comes up endless challenges and difficultiesOn this episode we talk about the struggles with developing your own land, social media pressures in the hunting industry and how our faith plays an important role in everything that we do.Support the showSupport the show

Have you ever wondered how hunters in the big woods kill giants, year after year?  The guys chat with Steve Sherk of Sherk's Guide Service in Pennsylvania this week as he shares the winning formula of when preparation meets luck.  Steve has put in the time to create a big woods experience for his hunters and dives into the mental challenges the big woods can present to hunters.  Support the show

Have you struggled with the lack of enjoyment that hunting brings in certain seasons? So many times we as hunters call a hunt "wasted" if we don't see something or things don't go to plan. On this episode we challenge that notion of "wasted" time. It is hard to keep a positive mindset when hunting but shifting your focus from wasted time to invested time can make all the difference. Give a listen and find out why!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rootedoutdoors)

Have you ever wondered what it  would be like to train your own dog?  Not just any dog though, a true hunting companion that is also a family dog.  A dog that wants to please you in everything it does and is always looking for the next opportunity to retrieve something, anything!Josh Parvin, owner of Cornerstone Gundog Academy, has spent the last 10 years of his life learning what makes dogs tick.  He understands the true bond between handler and dog.  In fact, the relationship of a handler and their dog is very much like the relationship we have with God.  Josh's examples of how these parallels exist in the dog training world are amazing!The guys also share a few laughs as they chat about hunting and Corey's experience using Cornerstone with his pup Charlie.  This is not one you want to miss!Check out Cornerstone Gundog Academy https://www.cornerstonegundogacademy.com/a/39346/jbDqKZX3Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rootedoutdoors)

Join the guys as they chat with Josh and Jarad, brothers who run Elevate Stand Co.  From treestands to waterfowl to deer hunting, these guys know what it takes mentally to get it done.  In fact, one of them has a 200 inch whitetail on his wall!  Find out which one and of course what snacks they can't do without :)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rootedoutdoors)

Join us as Army Ranger Veteran, Bobby Edwards, shares the highs and lows of his military career.  Hear how God has worked in his life and prepared is heart for his true purpose.  That purpose being to serve other veterans through his outdoor ministry, For Hid Glory Outdoors.  Thank you Bobby for your service to our great country so that we can enjoy Gods creation freely!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rootedoutdoors)

It's been way too long and the guys are excited to share their new vision for the podcast.  Hear what they have been up to and how God is working on their hearts!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rootedoutdoors)

Corey has been hunting all of his life but it wasn't until recently that he got on mature bucks.  Hear his personal journey from quitting archery after wounding a buck to the birth of Rooted Outdoors!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rootedoutdoors)

The guys talk with Brad Hruska of Driven Purpose Outdoors!  Brad is a man of God first, husband and amazing father.  Hear how Driven Purpose was born and how it has impacted so many along the way.  Brad also touches on the new hunting property that the team purchased and how they are managing it for mature bucks.  It's tough as a hunter to balance family and hunting at times but the guys share how they have grown over the years in that area!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rootedoutdoors)

Ben Harshyne, Owner of HUNTERRA Maps, joins the guys for an information packet episode!  They dive deep into hunting maps, terrain features and what to look for when learning a property.  Also, how you can increase your odds this year by understanding how deer travel through terrain.  Ben is also a partner with Whitetail Properties in Iowa and he tells us how his dream of hunting huge Iowa bucks came true!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rootedoutdoors)

This week on the podcast we have Jared Mills of Midwest Whitetail. Corey and Jared dive deep into the world of whitetails. As most seasons are opening up, you won't want to miss this one!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rootedoutdoors)

Joe Sir of Hallowed Ground Outdoors and Rizen Media has been a true inspiration to Rooted Outdoors. Corey and Dave had the honor of talking with Joe on how Hallowed Ground came to be what it is today and how it has evolved. His expertise in the whitetail world and film production is top of the industry and he shares his knowledge with all of you on this weeks Podcast! Thank you Joe for everything you have done for the outdoor industry and how you continue to tell the hunting story!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rootedoutdoors)

Rooted Outdoors and The Element came together on this episode! Tyler and K.C. share how The Element Podcast was born. They talked about their recent challenges and successes on a turkey hunting trip. The guys discussed how they got into filming their hunts. They also dove into how taking shortcuts in the hunting process can actually hurt your chances for long term success!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rootedoutdoors)

The guys chat with Mike of Heartland Bowhunter about bow hunting turkeys. He shares their setup for hunting and filming without a blind and much more. Mike also talks about staying rooted in family and how he approaches that difficult balance.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rootedoutdoors)

Aaron Warbrtitton of The Hunting Public joins the fellas this week for another episode of the podcast! Guess what???? We dove deep into public hunting strategies :) Aaron also explains why the guys don't use any scent control system other than playing the wind! That wasn't always the case and you will hear what lead them to ditching the scent sprays. Lastly, get the lineup for their upcoming state by state Deer Tour!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rootedoutdoors)

Corey and Dave are joined by Nate Burns on this episode. The guys reflect on what were very different seasons in 2019. They talk about the new gear for 2020 that will lighten the load and their mental approach to the new season. Many lessons learned and challenges in 2019 for them all!

Miles of boots on the ground and topo scouting finally paid off as Corey put an arrow in his first TX buck! Hunting is a game of inches and many times yards. Hear how a tough decision ended up being the difference between killing this old mature deer and admiring him from a distance.

Joshua Milligan- How hunters are damaging the outdoor industry through social media and bad choices! by Dave Ashworth

The guys get caught up on trips, upcoming hunting adventures and announce their new series called "This is Hunting". Episode one coming soon!

Corey has been hunting all of his life but it wasn't until recently that he got on mature bucks. Hear his personal journey from quitting archery after wounding a buck to the birth of Rooted Outdoors!

Aaron Warbrtitton of The Hunting Public joins the fellas this week for another episode of the podcast! Guess what???? We dove deep into public hunting strategies :) Aaron also explains why the guys don't use any scent control system other than playing the wind! That wasn't always the case and you will hear what lead them to ditching the scent sprays. Lastly, get the lineup for their upcoming state by state Deer Tour!

The guys grab their gear and dive into what they use and why! Filming your hunts can be fun but the gear can get overwhelming. They break down the basics and help you get started or take your filming to the next level!

Ben Harshyne, Owner of HUNTERRA Maps, joins the guys for an information packet episode! They dive deep into hunting maps, terrain features and what to look for when learning a property. Also, how you can increase your odds this year by understanding how deer travel through terrain. Ben is also a partner with Whitetail Properties in Iowa and he tells us how his dream of hunting huge Iowa bucks came true!

The guys talk with Brad Hruska of Driven Purpose Outdoors! Brad is a man of God first, husband and amazing father. Hear how Driven Purpose was born and how it has impacted so many along the way. Brad also touches on the new hunting property that the team purchased and how they are managing it for mature bucks. It's tough as a hunter to balance family and hunting at times but the guys share how they have grown over the years in that area!

The guys talk with their new friend Dylan Matter about everything archery! They tell the incredible story of how they all met and Dylan dives deep into the skill, equipment and science of archery!

Dave and Corey head to Texas Hill Country for the Rustic River Media Outdoor Film School! They dive into the WHY of hunting and the power behind understanding your motivations. Maybe you grew up hunting or you are new to the game. Either way we all have our reasons!

Rooted Outdoors and The Element came together on this episode! Tyler and K.C. share how The Element Podcast was born. They talked about their recent challenges and successes on a turkey hunting trip. The guys discussed how they got into filming their hunts. They also dove into how taking shortcuts in the hunting process can actually hurt your chances for long term success!

The guys chat with Mike of Heartland Bowhunter about bow hunting turkeys. He shares their setup for hunting and filming without a blind and much more. Mike also talks about staying rooted in family and how he approaches that difficult balance.

Get caught up on everything Rooted. The guys talk youth turkey hunting, their new venture Breaking Dawn Films and much more!

The guys wrap up turkey season and share their first ever Texas adventure.  Hear all the details of their backpacking trip to find the elusive TX turkey.  Then they provide some interesting angles on pros and cons of all types of hunting land.  You may look differently at your current hunting situation! 

On Episode 18 of the Rooted Outdoors podcast we have the owner and executive producer of Rustic River Media, Joshua Milligan. Josh has worked with some of the biggest names in the outdoors industry and constantly produces some amazing films. We discuss some of the tactics Josh uses to produce such high quality films and also dive into some incredible faith-testing enoucnter Josh has had all over the world. To learn more about Josh and Rustic River Media, be sure to check out their website: http://rusticrivermedia.com/

Jim Richman from Journal of a Christan Sportsman joins the Rooted Podcast this week. He shares some exciting updates on the blog and we discuss a few whitetail hunting tactics along the way. Be sure to check out his website below and give him a follow on all major social media channels! https://journalofachristiansportsman.com/

Corey and Dave get the podcast restarted with a review of their 2017 season.

This week on the podcast we have Jared Mills of Midwest Whitetail. Corey and Jared dive deep into the world of whitetails. As most seasons are opening up, you won't want to miss this one!

JD Huitt is the co-producer of Hallowed Ground Outdoors and also the editor Full Draw Adventures. On this episode we discuss balancing hunting and family, his incredible trip to Africa and some big changes with Hallowed Ground Outdoors!

Rooted Outdoors welcomes our first and newest member, Christian Williams, to the team. Christian has an incredible passion for archery hunting and bring a completely new outlook to the team. Get to know him on this weeks podcast!

Corey and Dave give a quick update on all things surrounding Rooted Outdoors. Dave also gives a recap of his trip to Colorado.

Musician, hunter, and agriculturist are just a few of the facets of Jimmy Herman. Jimmy grew up on a dairy farm in Wisconsin, began playing fiddle at age four, and was playing in bands by the time he was seven. Touring with Carrie Underwood since 2008, Jimmy has performed on the Grammys, ACM and CMA Awards; on Jimmy Fallon, Jay Leno, Good Morning America, Ellen, American Idol, and Saturday Night Live; as well as on stage with Steven Tyler, Keith Urban, Brad Paisley and more. Jimmy has been featured in several publications not only for music but also his passion for hunting. From hunting whitetails in Wisconsin at age twelve to bowhunting to feed his family now, Jimmy sees hunting as a way of life. He has been training as a hunter consistently for over fourteen years and has taken numerous impressive North American Big Game animals across the country. He even became a certified taxidermist through the American Institute of Taxidermy, winning several awards for his high quality and detailed taxidermy work. A busy and creative life on tour combined with the solitude of the outdoors helps to keep Jimmy balanced.

Corey and Dave give an update on their turkey season so far.

Joe Sir of Hallowed Ground Outdoors and Rizen Media has been a true inspiration to Rooted Outdoors. Corey and Dave had the honor of talking with Joe on how Hallowed Ground came to be what it is today and how it has evolved. His expertise in the whitetail world and film production is top of the industry and he shares his knowledge with all of you on this weeks Podcast! Thank you Joe for everything you have done for the outdoor industry and how you continue to tell the hunting story!

This week on the podcast Corey and Dave talk about turkey season and some things they have learned over the years. They also get into a hot topic in the outdoors industry, ethics. Be sure to subscribe to follow along!

This week on the podcast we have Mike Roux. Mike has been in the outdoor industry for over 4 decades. He is an award winning outdoor writer, TV and radio host and now the director of outdoors ministries for Fellowship of Christian Athletes. We talk to Mike about advanced turkey hunting techniques that have completely changed the way we look at turkey hunting. If you are a turkey hunter, you won't want to miss this one. Mike Roux email: mroux@fca.org Mike Roux phone: 217-257-7895 Make sure to go and like FCA Outdoors Midwest on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/FCAOutdoorMidwest/ If you are interested in supporting Mike financially, you can do so at the following page: http://fcaoutdoorsmidwest.org/

This week Corey and Dave talk about filming their hunts. They share different tips and tricks when it comes to filming as well as some of the gear you may need. If you want to get into filming or have been filming for a little while, you won't want to miss this one!