Rut and River Pursuits Podcast

This week around the Sonic Campfire, the crew is joined on location at Buffalo Gap Outfitters.  Cody introduced us to the little gem just down the road.  Get to know our new friends, Rob, Pat, and Lacey.  We hear about the stores beginning,  what they offer, and how they've grown...including being near the top 100 sellers on GunBroker.com.  Looks like the guys found a new place to spend all their money.  Check it out!!  Instagram: buffalogapoutfitters For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

On this volume of Tales And Traditions, Stephen and Cody are joined by Brad, Ryan, and Pik, again.  Those guys won't leave the 2 of them alone.  But on today's discussion, Cody has us looking ahead...upcoming plans, changes and thoughts as we lean on our traditions, but try to learn from our expereinces and grow in the outdoors.  Check it out!!

This week In The Current, the crew is on location at Estie's house.  We are joined by good friend, Adam Wood.  Adam is here to talk about how he finished off his PA Rifle season.  And the guys are all ready to talk about the proposal to move the opening day of PA Rifle Season.  While that proposal is no longer on the table, it's still a good conversation and highlights the right ways to go about making an informed decision and being willing to discuss all options.    Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

It's Day 9 of the 2026 NRA's Great American Outdoor Show.  We've made it to the last day of the show.  It was a grind but it also goes by so fast.  To wrap things up, we spoke with Brent Reaves from This Country Life Podcast, Case Knives, Redneck Blinds and Freedom Campers.  We can't thank the NRA enough for letting be part of this amazing show each year.  The crew is worn out, but already looking forward to next year!! Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

It's Day 8 of the 2026 NRA's Great American Outdoor Show.  We are closing in on the end of the show.  The crew is still out there shaking hands and bringing you the people, skills and products you can trust.  Today we're talking with United Bowhunters Of PA, 717 Armory, and Mesquite Mountain Outfitters.  Only 1 day left, stay tuned... Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

It's Day 7 of the 2026 NRA's Great American Outdoor Show.  We're heading into the final weekend of the show.  The crew is getting a second wind as things starting winding down.  Today we'll hear from Sara Love with IWOM, the National Archery In The Schools Program, and Artistic Visions.  There's some great video content out there to go along with a few of these..so check that out.  Only 2 days left, stay tuned... Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

It's Day 6 of the 2026 NRA's Great American Outdoor Show.  The crew refreshed after their evening out at dinner with the guys from Hunt Arsenal and ready to tackle another great day.  Today we'll be talking with Matt Doyle Fine Art, Joel from FinX, New Zealand Horn & Antler Safaris, and Rod Bender Fishing Co.  Great content and just a few more days to go, stay tuned... Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

It's Day 5 of the 2026 NRA's Great American Outdoor Show.  We're half way through the week.  It's starting to show, but the crew is still grinding away.  Today we're talking with Open Country Outfitters, Mimic Baits, CVA, and Rack Roidz.  Our wallets are getting lighter, but there's lots more to come, stay tuned... Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

It's Day 4 of the 2026 NRA's Great American Outdoor Show.  The guys are starting to feel it, but there's no way they would miss a minute of the show.  Listen in today as we speak with Skre...including Austin from the Whitetail Distraction Podcast, Final Rest & Forth Arrow Camera Arms, and Capt. Marc Spagnola with Dusk To Dawn Bowfishing & Maryland Waterfowl Guide Service.  Lots more of the show still ahead of us, stay tuned... Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

It's Day 3 of the 2026 NRA's Great American Outdoor Show.  It's the start of the work week and the guys are putting in the work.  We're still fresh and excited to talk with some old friends.  Listen in as get caught up with Blake from Badlands Gear, Scott Lenox from Fish In OC, and Nancy with Avula Safaris...who also introduced us to our new friend Ronald also with Avula.  Great day and lots more to come, stay tuned... Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

It's Day 2 of the 2026 NRA's Great American Outdoor Show.  The guys got some rest and are right back after it.  Today we are checking in with Iron Will Outfitters, Hunt Arsenal, and Tipton Creek Turkey Calls. Things are just heating up...but there's lots more to come, stay tuned... Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

Can you believe it's here again...our favorite time of year...It's Day 1 of the 2026 NRA's Great American Outdoor Show.  The crew is ready to get things rolling.  Listen in as we hear from old friends and new.  Today we talk with Rack Daddies, Lickstone Outfitters, and Spartan Hunting Lodge.  The guys are just getting started, there's lots more to come, stay tuned... Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week around the Sonic Campfire, the crew is joined by Mr. Rack Attack himself, Blake VanTussenbrook, from Badlands Gear.  We've talked to Blake a lot over the years, but mostly at the Great American Outdoor show.  We finally had time to sit down with him for a whole hour.  And of course, Blake did not disappoint.  Listen in as we get caught up with Blake, and all things Badlands...including some exclusive sneak peaks at some new gear on the way this year.  Check it out!!  Instagram: badlandsgear For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week around the Sonic Campfire, the crew is joined by our good friend Dylan Fogarty.  We met Dylan last year at the Great American Outdoor show and have had him on a few times.  He's in studio once again to fill us in on his preparations for the upcoming tournament season.  He's always got good stories and great advice.  Check it out!!  Instagram: dylanfogarty_fishing For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, the crew is celebrating the start of our 10th season.  It's hard to believe it's been a decade of podcasting.  We get some late season updates, rifle shopping updates, warm trips to Florida and Esteban seems to have caught the plague.   Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week around the Sonic Campfire, we are joined by our good friend, western PA big buck slayer, Laine Baker. Laine tells the story of the buck he calls 'Freak' and explains highs and lows of setting your sights on a target buck and never looking back.  What an amazing story.  Check it out!!  Instagram: laine_baker For more Sonic Campfires go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, the guys are around the table to catchup.  Pik is back from much warmer climates, and Andy is tweaking some new equipment.  As the seasons are winding down, so is the year and the crew is looking ahead.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, the guys are wrapping up the PA Rifle Season.  And much like the rest of our deer seasons, this one went out with a bang...or several bangs.  Listen in as Cody and Esteban recount the exciting morning they had to end to rifle season.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, the guys are back a the pod table with more Rifle Season updates.  Ryan was able to connect on deer number 4.  We also get updates from Andy from his rifle season and bear camp.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, the crew is around to table as Firearms season picks up in PA and Maryland.  Just like the way Archery Season went, the deer are in trouble.  The guys are filling freezers and even getting some 'first blood'.  Listen in as Pik, Cody, and Hank tell their stories.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week around the Sonic Campfire, we are joined by our good friend and 3 time guest, Lane Housner.  Lane is founder and content creator for In The Presence.  We've talked with him about hunts before, but he's got his best buck down in PA and it was just the start of an amazing ride across the country chasing big whitetail.     Check it out!!  Instagram: inthepresencehunt For more Sonic Campfires go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, the crew catches up around the table as PA Archery Season starts to wind down.  There's still deer dropping and Ryan is able to share a story, but we were joined by our good friend Adam Woods.  Adam connected on another great buck and decided to join us to share the story.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, we find ourselves around the dinner table before we hit the pod table.  It's Friendsgiving 2025.  Lots of amazing food was shared and we also had some surprise guests call in to say hello.  We get to say hello to Axel from Rack Daddies, and Alex from Hunt Arsenal.  AND...we are still dropping Archery bucks.  Listen in as Esteban shares his story.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, we've got two more PA bucks hitting the ground during archery season at the hands of the R2 Crew.  This time it's Brad and Andy's turn to share their success stories.  From redemption to first times...lots a good stuff to hear.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, we are all about success stories.  For the first time in R2 history, we've got 3 buck stories to tell in one episode...including 2 first archery season bucks.  It was a crazy weekend and Luke Spittle, Cody and Ryan all took advantage and were lucky enough to have amazing stories to share.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, it's a small turn out due to the busy time of year, but Ryan and Cody take you on a deep dive into updates from their PA Archery Season's so far.  Lots of great information shared here on their expereinces and lessons learned.  I know they are hoping to take what they are learning each sit and and use it lead them to success...only time will tell.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

On this volume of Tales And Traditions, Stephen and Cody are interrupted by Brad, Ryan, and Pik who drop in, grab a chair, and sit a spell.   Listen in as the crew talks about the seasons changing to our favorite time of year.  From food to clothes, lots of great conversation.  Check it out!!

This week In The Current, we're getting caught up with the crew and there's been A LOT of outdoor activity going on. Pik is chasing deer and bear in Maryland. Ryan, Cody, Estie and Brad are all get time in the stands...and while Brad has been off to a rough start, he's still excited for what's to come. And it seems Cody has been talking to the trees. Check it out!! Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/

This week In The Current, it's that time of year when bodies are hitting the floor.  We get a chance to catch up with Pik to hear about the long awaited Elk Hunt in Colorado.  It's a fantastic story.  We also hear about Ryan's successful opening weekend and get updates from the others.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, some of the crew is on site at a small gun range.  They were dialing in some hunting rifles, but really, they were all excited to shoot this fancy new gun that Esteban won.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, we're on location at Esteban's place.  We get caught up with Ryan about his daughter's wedding and how some of the crew helped out.  We talk a little about Fall Flavors, spoiler alert...the guy aren't into Pumpkin Spice...and of course, we are still prepping for Archery Season.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, Ryan, Brad, and Cody hit up one of our favorite wet wadding spots on the Susky.  It wasn't the fish catching adventure they were hoping for, but the guys made the most of the morning and did learn a lot while on the water.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, the guys are around the table and talking about some new gear that has arrived.  Several of the crew will be running saddle setups this year, thanks for our good friends at Arsenal.  You've heard us talk about them, but now we got our hands on the gear.  There's also some fishing updates, science projects, and bee problems.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, we catch up with the crew and they are working on emptying the freezers in hopes of fulling them again soon.  Cody did some treasure hunting and found some great items.  The guys are still prepping for archery season and it sounds like there's going to be more saddle hunters around the table this year.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, the crew is checking in with Pik to see how he's holding up, just a few short weeks away from heading west for this Elk hunt.  He's geared up and ready to roll.  Ryan's also melting credit cards in preparation for the fall, but still managed to get some fishing in...and Brad brings a question to the table about Archery Pro Shop etiquette.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, everyone around the table seems to have archery on their mind...the weather is changing and the guys are looking ahead prepping the gear.  Brad's also got some boat upgrades to share with the crew.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, The crew is around the table and happy to see Andy.  Spittle, aka Broken Wing, returns to tell the story of a recent incident that will have him on the sidelines for part of the fall.  Ryan & Brad check out some spots on the river, while Este has no problem running his credit card he has issues running the Intimidator.  And Cody see's a giant...check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, Stevie is back around the table.  We get caught up with him, and hear all about a recent trip west that Pik took.  Birthdays in Colorado seem to be his favorite, from elk scouting to Moon River.  There's also been some boat upgrades and additions.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, the guys are back around the table.  We get caught on the last day and a half of the 2025 R2BQ, and we hear about winning week that Estie and Cody have had.  From gun raffles to surf fishing, there's lots to hear in this one.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, Cody, Esteban, Ryan & Hank sit down right beside the current.  The guys, plus Brad & Liam, just had another great night wet wading the Susky.  Listen in as they recap the adventure, talk tactics, and enjoy the surroundings.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

On this volume of Tales And Traditions, Stephen and Cody grab a chair...or more of a bench, because they are on location at the R2BQ.  They grabbed our guests and good friends, Michelle Harmes & Jen Hollinshead (aka Squirrell Killer Jen) for a quick chat during all the excitement of the event.  Check it out!!

This week In The Current, we are on location at the 4th Annual R2BQ right there at the historic Latimore Valley Fairgrounds.  The crew is taking a break from an already packed weekend, with more to still to do.  We are also joined by first time guest and new friend Sam Leech.  Listen in as we recount how out epic weekend of food and fun has gone so far...check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, the guys are gearing up for the R2BQ...it's only a couple days away and they can't stop thinking and talking about food.  Listen in as we about some recent cooks over the 4th of July holiday, Cody calls in from the road to check in and remind us about the Sunday Hunting ban being lifted PA, and so much more.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, the crew sits down Dr. Bob (aka Brad's brother) for a bit.  He's in town for the Holiday weekend and decided to join us for a bit.  We also have the chance to finally get all caught up with Spittle, including one of those famous Benezette encores.  And Ryan's boat is back in action.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

On this volume of Tales And Traditions, Stephen and Cody grab a chair on the porch, but Cody stopped and grabbed Ryan & Brad for some extra help.  They guys wanted to talk about summertime cooking, from seafood boils to side dishes for the family reunion to dessert treats from their childhood, this show will leave you hungry.  Check it out!!

This week around the Sonic Campfire, we are joined by Alex from Arsenal.  You've heard from some of the crew as they have been getting into Saddle Hunting and the equipment they've been using.  We get a chance to sit down with Alex to talk about all the amazing products that are offered by Arsenal.  The guys are getting ready to spend some money after this one.  Check it out!!  Instagram: huntarsenal For more Sonic Campfires go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, the crew is around the table to catch up.  We hear about the summer vacation trip to Sandbridge VA that Estie, Brad & Ryan returned from.  Lots of fish caught from the beach there.  We also get caught up with Pik & Cody, talk a little wet wadding & hear about a little accident Ryan had with the new boat.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, we've got a full table, plus a special guest.  Join Ryan, Steve, Cody, Brad, Pik, Spittle, Bucky, and our new friend Dylan Fogarty, professional fisherman, as we get caught up for the week.  There was a secret trip north, new boat motors, and lots of catching up with Dylan on some great adventures he's had since we last talked with him.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, Pik and Will are on location and are joined by a few friends.  You will recognize the names and some voices.  They are at the Total Archery Challange in Seven Springs, PA.  For several years now, Pik and Will have been attending this event.  Listen in as the group tells us what it's all about this year.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week around the Sonic Campfire, we are joined by our good friend Axel Hartman of Rack Daddies along with Kelsey.  Zack had Axel out in western PA chasing turkeys.  Listen in as we recount the adventures with some turkeys down.  Always lots of laughs when we get Axel around the table.  Check it out!!  Instagram: rackdaddies For more Sonic Campfires go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/ 

This week In The Current, the crew is around the table, and when Pik and Zack are here this time of year, you know we're talking turkey.  Listen in as we get some updates from the guys, talk a little more about Sodus, and even get to learn how clean the windshields are on some of our vehicles.  Check it out!!  Instagram: @rutandriverpursuits For more In The Currents go to https://rutandriverpursuits.com/