The Hunt Sessions

In this episode, Nikko and Jan review the preliminary harvest report for the 2022-2023 hunting season and discuss new legislation being proposed for firearm hunting in Illinois. They analyze the data from the harvest report to assess the success of the season, including the number and types of animals harvested, and share their thoughts on the proposed legislation, examining how it could impact hunters and the hunting industry as a whole. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just interested in learning about the latest trends and changes in the hunting world, this episode is sure to provide valuable insights and perspectives on these important topics. ____________________________________________ The Okayest Hunting Group (FB) - https://bit.ly/3kNjBH8 The Hunt Facebook Page - https://bit.ly/3murx0v The Hunt YouTube Channel - https://bit.ly/3SPngki ____________________________________________ Backwoods Grind Coffee Company - https://backwoodsgrind.com/ onX Hunt - https://www.onxmaps.com/ Okayest Hunter - https://www.okayesthunter.com/ Lip Curl Scents - https://lipcurlscents.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

In this episode, Jan and Nikko delve into the exciting world of shed hunting and applying for tags. Shed hunting is the practice of searching for antlers that have been shed by deer or other antlered animals. Applying for tags is a crucial step in the hunting process, as it allows hunters to legally pursue their desired game. Jan and Nikko share their experiences and expertise on both topics, discussing strategies for finding sheds and navigating the sometimes-complicated tag application process. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just starting out, this episode is sure to provide valuable insights and tips to help you make the most of your hunting experience. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

We are bringing The Hunt Sessions Podcast back to life in a LIVE video format. Join us to as questions or share your thoughts on topics. In this episode, we will be recapping the 2022 season and talk about everything moving forward. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

Following up on one of our most watched videos from 2021, Nikko gives us an update on the recently passed bill that allows rifle hunting in Illinois starting in the 2023 season. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

Nikko “Nomad” Robison dives into the numbers reported from 2019 Illinois deer season. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

In this episode of Campfire Stories, Jeremiah Hale tells a rare and terrifying experience that he encountered on a caribou hunt in Alaska. This story just goes to show that ANYTHING can happen when we are chasing wild things in wild places. Enjoy & don't forget to subscribe! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

Welcome to Campfire Stories, where you will hear guests of old and new tell the tale of their most memorable hunt. We start things off with Matt Tagget from Episode 4 of the bw.hntr Podcast (now The Hunt Sessions). Matt relives his most memorable hunt with us as he tells the story of one of his late hunting buddies that sealed the deal in a late-October hunt. Matt's friend, Ben, is no longer with us and Matt holds this special memory very close. We dedicate this Campfire Story in memory of Ben. Thanks for sharing, Matt! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

Welcome to Episode 16 of The Hunt Sessions podcast. In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Giles of Midwest Creed Media & Backwoods Grind Coffee Company. We talk about building his brand, Midwest Turkey Tour 2020 & Backwoods Grind Coffee. As a special thank you for listening, Andrew offers an exclusive discount to our listeners at the end of the episode. So be sure to stick around for that. If you prefer to watch the video version of this episode, you can do so by going to thehunt.video/watch. This will take you directly to our youtube page where all of our hunting videos are located. As always, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy this episode! Social Links: Midwest Creed Media • Website - https://www.midwestcreed.com • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/midwestcreed • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/midwestcreed/ Backwoods Grind Coffee Company • Website - https://backwoodsgrind.com • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/backwoodsgrind/ • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/backwoodsgrindcoffee/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

Hey guys! Welcome to Episode 16 of The Hunt Sessions podcast. In this episode, Nikko and I sit down together and break down our arrow builds for the 2019 season. Throughout the episode, we describe each element of our arrow builds and explain some of the reasons why we chose them. You'll notice that Nikko and I have very different setups and they work for us. Please keep in mind that we are covering a couple of different ways to build an arrow, but never saying that there is one way to do it. We had some fun getting into a little scientific and well, not-so-scientific explanations. If you prefer to watch the video version of this episode, you can do so by going to thehunt.video/watch. This will take you directly to our youtube page where all of our hunting videos are located. As always, thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy this episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

In this episode, Jan sit's down with Troy Norman from Illinois to talk a little turkey. We try to keep it on a Turkey 101 level and it's geared toward beginner turkey hunters. Thanks for listening. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

Welcome to Episode 14 of the bw.hntr podcast In this episode, we head over to the East Coast to chat with Jimmy Giarraputo about the impacts that social media can have on you as a hunter and the hunting community as a whole. In this episode: • Jimmy's bowhunting tradition • How social media can positively impact you as a hunter • Self-filming • Jimmy's most memorable hunt Social Links: • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jimmy.v.g/ • Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ0pm1syJXYBRGRr7FFxcZw --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

Today, I sit down with Max Fenton of Australia. Although we're a world apart, Max was able to link up with me and talk about the ins and outs of the bowhunting culture in Australia. In this episode: • Max's bowhunting tradition • Max talks about his broadhead company, True Blue Broadheads and The Crossbreed • The bowhunting culture in Australia • species • seasons • broadheads • tactics • Max's most memorable hunt Social Links: • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/true_blue_broadheads/ • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TrueBlueBowhunting/ • Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWPFq1jkZFXsoP8pDh1iyGw • Website - https://truebluebroadheads.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

Today, we sit down with Justin Zarr of Bowhunt or Die and Busted Rack Gear. Justin has been a huge inspiration to me as a bowhunter since the beginning of my hunting journey and it was a pleasure to be able to sit down with him on the podcast. In this episode: • Justin's bowhunting tradition • Justin's journey to Bowhunting.com & Busted Rack • Hunting Iowa Public Land • The process of planning & executing an out-of-state hunt • Justin's most memorable hunting experience Social LInks: • Bowhunting.com • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bowhuntingdotcom/ • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bustedrackgear/ • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sirzarr/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

In this episode, we dive head first into patterning public land bucks. As most hunters know, when it comes to hunting public land, you get what you get and make the best of it. Join Nikko Robison and I as he breaks down different buck patterns and habits so that you can get the most out of your scouting and hunting in the public deer woods. During the episode, you'll notice that I ask some pretty basic questions that many hunters may already know the answer to. I do this for a couple of reasons. One, I want Nikko to get deeper into the subject and 2, I want the content explained for listeners at all experience levels. In this episode: • Nikko's bowhunting tradition • Scouting public land for food, bedding & sign • Trail camera and stand placement • Nikko's most memorable hunting experience Social Links: •Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/behind_thebow/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

In episode 6, we sat down with Cliff Cadet and talked about his journey to the hunt. As promised, I followed up with Alan Yates, who started the Journey to the Hunt series on Instagram with Cliff. Alan has continued documenting his journey to the hunt and brings on weekly guests to IG live to talk about the journey. Because I think it's important to gain these insights and perspectives of new hunters, I wanted to share this conversation that Alan and I had about his recent Texas hog hunt. There are a few area's during the recording where the audio quality got rough, but i think you'll thoroughly enjoy. In this episode: • Alan shares what lit his fire to become a bowhunter • What Alan did to prepare for his Texas hog hunt • Alan's hog hunt story • Alan shares what he learned as a new hunter from this experience • Alan talks about his plans going forward Social Links: • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alan__yates/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

In this episode, we sit down with Jeremiah Hale of Washington. Jeremiah spends most of his free time shooting 3D archery and has been very successful hunting big game. We sit down and talk about how shooting 3D has affected his hunting journey and how you can use it to become a better hunter. In this episode: • Jeremiah's hunting tradition • His 3D shooting story • When and when-not to use a rangefinder • How shooting 3d has affected his hunting game • Ranging animals on the hoof • Jeremiah's most memorable hunting experience Social links: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mlbowhunting/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

In this episode, we head up to Michigan to talk to Butch Bauer of Working Man Bowhunter. Butch and his team share in the everyday struggles of balancing work, family & their love for the great outdoors. We talk about: • Working Man Bowhunter • Butch's Hunting Tradition • Working and hunting • Family and hunting • Running your brand and hunting • Sacrifices • & Butch's most memorable hunting moment with his son Social Links: • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/workingmanbowhunter/ • Twisted Tines TV - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPLAfR8cABQ64Syr7zyIvIg --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

In this episode, I sit down with Joseph Bowen of Few Will Hunt. We talk about: Putting in the work and sacrifice to achieve goals Stepping outside of your comfort zone Measuring success Overcoming obstacles Making sacrifices All of these points can be applied to your bowhunting career or life in general. Enjoy! Social Links: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fewwillhunt/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/fewwillhunt Web - https://www.fewwillhunt.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

On this episode of The bw.hntr Podcast, we sit down with Cliff Cadet of NYC. Cliff is an aspiring bowhunter that is putting in the time and energy to be successful when the season starts for him on his journey to the hunt. Cliff Cadet • What brought him to his journey? • Social media influences • The good and the bad • Taking advantage of downtime during the workday • Journey to the Hunt • Partnered with Alan Yates • Aspiring bowhunters • Hunter recruitment • Social Links • Instagram - @urbanarcherynyc • Twitter - @urbanarcherynyc • Youtube - urbanarcherynyc --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

In this episode, we head up to Upstate New York to chat with Adam Valastro. Adam is a life-long hunter and fitness enthusiast. Adam and I met a few years ago when I stumbled upon his brand, Healthy Hunters. Adam has had an incredible journey to get to where he is today and isn't stopping anytime soon. Today, you'll hear about why Adam started Mission 46 and the goals he has set for himself. We talk about life changes, setting huge goals, and how fitness can affect your hunting on every level. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

In this episode, we're heading up to Michigan with Matt Tagget.  Matt is a member of The Rise web-series. The Rise is a group of hunters and outdoorsmen that document their journey of hunting in their own unique way.  We talk about the off-season land management that Matt and his team are implementing throughout the year to prepare for fall. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

In this episode, I sit down with Collin Cottrell of Activate the Hunt. Collin is on a mission for hunter recruitment! Join us as we discuss the benefits of becoming a hunter and how you can get started. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

Isaac Kent and I talk about the challenges and rewards of hunting public land. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support

Introduction episode about the bw.hntr podcast and myself. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehuntsessions/support