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The home for the audio format of the literary content found on www.strutmarks.com Stories from the field, mainly about turkeys and turkey hunting likely with some sprinklings of waterfowl hunting and retrievers; you may even find some gear reviews, as well. Please subscribe, leave a rating, and share with others! Thank you for visiting! Enjoy! Matt Persons

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    • Apr 24, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 14m AVG DURATION
    • 19 EPISODES

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    The Strut Marks podcast is an absolutely phenomenal listen for any turkey hunting enthusiast. From the very beginning, this podcast draws you in and makes you feel like you're right there in the woods alongside Matt, with your heart pounding and anticipation building. Each episode had me on the edge of my seat, feeling as though that elusive Tom was just a few yards away. This podcast is not only for experienced turkey hunters but also serves as a great resource for future generations to learn from. The storytelling is superb, capturing the essence of what it means to be a true turkey hunter.

    One of the best aspects of The Strut Marks podcast is its ability to focus on more than just the kill. It emphasizes the importance of the experience, the memories made, and the game itself. In a world where hunting often gets boiled down to numbers - how many beards or spurs were collected - this podcast brings back the true spirit of turkey hunting. It reminds us that winning and losing are part of the thrill, and it's about cherishing every moment spent in nature rather than just focusing on a trophy.

    If there were any downsides to this podcast, they would be few and far between. Perhaps one could argue that some episodes may go into too much detail about certain aspects of hunting tactics or gear, which might not appeal to listeners who are already well-versed in these topics. However, even in those moments, there is always something to learn or appreciate. Overall, I believe these minor potential drawbacks are greatly outweighed by the overall quality and value offered by The Strut Marks podcast.

    In conclusion, The Strut Marks podcast is an absolute must-listen for anyone who has a passion for turkey hunting or wants to learn more about it. From its captivating storytelling to its emphasis on cherishing moments in nature over numbers collected, this podcast delivers an incredible experience that will leave you itching for your next hunt. Sit back, relax, and let this podcast transport you to the turkey woods, as every sound and detail is described with remarkable precision.



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    Latest episodes from Strut Marks

    Front Porch of the Angels

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 18:15


    We all have those special places that appeal to us for one reason or another. In this one, we take a visit to one that is special to me. Enjoy!   Thank you for listening! If you enjoy please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    Rocky Roads

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 13:47


    Another one from the vault! In the spring of 1996, I was eight years old, and my love for communicating with wild turkeys and the equal enjoyment that I realized in contributing to someone else's success was already growing inside of me. This is even further amplified when the person behind the gun is someone as special as my dad. Join us in an east Mississippi river swamp, as we relive a hunt from many years ago. Thank you for listening! If you enjoy please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    Unto Our Children's Children

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 14:23


    Turkey hunting has taken me many places that I likely never would have visited, afforded me relationships I, otherwise, never would have had, and has absolutely changed the trajectory of my life, for better or worse. I owe every last second of these treasured experiences, first and foremost, to my Lord and Savior. He saw fit to provide me with a father who prioritized taking me to the woods with him. My dad was solely responsible for sparking the fire that burns so intensely inside of me when I was a very young boy, just as his dad had done with him when he was yet a child. The following is a detailed recount of the spring morning that this fire was ignited inside of me. A story that is truly one of the most dear to me, written shortly after the hunt took place by the man himself. I hope you enjoy! Thank you for listening! If you enjoy please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    Excitement and Respect

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2024 22:51


    Come along as we visit an incredible piece of property and hunt with a young man with unwavering respectfulness.  Thank you for listening! If you enjoy please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    Another Pair of Feathers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 21:25


    Another memory made with a lifelong hunting partner, and carrying on traditions set forth from a heritage deeply rooted in turkey hunting. Thank you for listening! If you enjoy please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    Not A Single Step

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2024 16:35


    Another one from sunny south Florida! A hunt rarely ever goes exactly as planned, but it sure is nice when it does! Thank you for listening! If you enjoy please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    This Is Why

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2023 4:52


    Why do you turkey hunt? Anyone who is passionate about anything has a reason that is specific to them. For us- this is why.  Thank you for listening! If you enjoy please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    Lucky Charm

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2023 16:50


    Listen along as my lucky charm puts me right in the perfect spot!   Thank you for listening! If you enjoy please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    A Fitting Conclusion

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 11:44


    An unforgettable hunt that served as the conclusion to a trip to south Florida with an unexpected turn of events. Thank you for listening! If you enjoy please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    The Spark

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 20:52


    The first time experiences are always special, even more so when you get to see things unfold through the eyes of a child. This should be a piece to which a lot of parents and mentors can relate! Enjoy!   Thank you for listening! If you enjoy please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    In Love and War

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2022 30:51


    An exact depiction of the time that I spent with very unique, very special turkey. The story is lengthy, but powerful. I hope that you enjoy, I hope that my words paint the picture well enough to move you in some of the same ways that the experience did me, and most of all I hope that there is something that you find impactful and that you can take away from the recount of my time with "Slick." Thank you for listening! If you enjoy please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    In The Company of the Like Minded

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2022 18:01


    A special one from south Florida. This is one you do not want to miss!  Thank you for listening! If you enjoy please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    Firsts and Lasts

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2022 10:18


    First turkeys are always very special experiences. Come enjoy this one from south Alabama! Thank you for listening! If you enjoy please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    Black Wings

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 17:05


    South Florida is a special place! Come along as we square off with an Osceola gobbler!  Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2022 14:37


    Many experiences in life are only as valuable as the people they are shared with. Come along as a very special person gets her first taste of a special experience.  Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    April Fools

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2022 13:11


    Come along as my dad and I try to play a trick on one on April Fools day. You won't believe what happens!   Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    The Perfect Situation

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 7:51


    A morning in the river swamp where a good plan and a little luck put us in just the right spot. From spring 2020.   Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    Quarter Century

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 3:42


    A compilation of thoughts pulled together after 25 years of spring turkey hunting. From spring 2018.   Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

    Welcome to Strut Marks

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 1:37


    Hello! I am Matt Persons, creator of Strut Marks. This short introduction shares some insight into the content that you will find here. I certainly hope you enjoy. Thanks for listening! Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share with others!

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