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If you are into deer hunting and want to continue to improve as a hunter, this is the podcast for you!  Our focus is on providing our listeners with real life experiences  to help educate and improve your success rate in the woods!!

Joe Kahl


    • May 26, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
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    • 33 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from The Minnesota Rackstars Podcast

    The Wisconsin Bear Attack!: A Father's Brush with Death and a Son's Heroic Act of Courage!!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 51:47


    One UNBELIEVABLE STORY!  This week I am joined by Ryan Beierman who retells the story of the night he was attacked by a BEAR only to be saved by his 12 year old son.  This was by far the most dramatic podcast that I have ever recorded and I can't thank Ryan enough for sharing this story with all of us.  Even though it is difficult to talk about, it is Ryan's focus to educate other hunters out there so they don't make the same mistakes that ultimately could have cost Ryan his life.  Thanks to RyanAndTHANKS FOR LISTENING!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    Minnesota Bowhunters Push Back On Crossbows | How Crossbows Took Minnesota By Storm! | Nick Amunrud: Minnesota Bowhunters

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 77:38


    This week we are discussing how CROSSBOWS were LEGALIZED in the state of Minnesota and WHO was responsible for the BIG PUSH... The president of "Minnesota Bowhunters" Nick Amunrud joins me to explain the motivation behind FULL INCLUSION of CROSSBOWS, and what they are doing at the state level to try and make some ADJUSTMENTS!If you are interested in more information on Minnesota Bowhunters you can check out https://minnesotabowhunters.org/ for more information!  Thanks to Nick for joining meAND THANKS FOR LISTENING!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    Venison Sausage: Tradition, Technique, and Taste | Do It Yourself!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 36:38


    In this episode, we take a deep dive into the timeless craft of making venison sausage. From honoring traditional methods to mastering modern techniques, we cover every step of the process — from grinding, seasoning, and casing. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or a first-time processor, this DIY guide will give you the knowledge and confidence to turn your wild game harvest into delicious, high-quality sausage. Venison sausage is more than just a recipe — it's a tradition.Enjoy!!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- https://www.thefishguyd.com/Skull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    FISHING with a DRONE...?? | Fishing Minnesota | The Fish Guyd - Nick Retka |

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 48:28


    The fishing opener is right around the corner and I am looking for any piece of information that I can get to help me become a better fisherman!  Nick Retka (The Fish Guyd) is here to help steer me in the right direction when it comes to what I need to be doing to prepare for the upcoming season along with what I should be looking for when it comes to fishing big WALLEYE, BASS, and MUSKIE!!  Listen for some great tips and tricks that will hopefully help all of us this year!!I hope you ENJOY and GOOD LUCK FISHING!!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- https://www.thefishguyd.com/Skull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    CAMP RIPLEY Recap! | More CHANGES?? | What Are The RULES With TRAIL CAMERAS? | Jake Kitzmann

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 59:50


    Changes were made to the "LARGEST organized HUNT in the WORLD." What went WELL and what went WRONG!!  Jake Kitzmann goes over the DEER harvest numbers and discusses if there will be any NEW changes for the upcoming season!! I hope you ENJOY!! Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    CROSSBOWS: The Reason For SHATTERING Previous TURKEY Harvest RECORD? | South Dakota ROAD TRIP!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 72:32


    Hey Everyone!  This week we are in the truck heading to South Dakota on a turkey hunt.  As we share our EXCITEMENT for the HUNT, we also discuss many different topics including how CROSSBOWS have played a role in SHATTERING the previous TURKEY harvest RECORD!  Listen as we break down the numbers and give our THOUGHTS and OPINIONS on what we feel NEEDS to be taken into consideration when it comes to making RULES and REGULATIONS revolving around CROSSBOWS AND HUNTING!I HOPE YOU ENJOY!!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    Building the Perfect DEER CAMP: A Hunter's Guide | Mitch Becker

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 56:10


    This week I sit down with long time hunter and outdoorsmen Mitch Becker to discuss how their AMAZING deer camp started.   Along with DEER CAMP stories, Mitch explains how a deer co-op started around them and how it has made a difference over time.  I LOVE this EPISODE, because it has that OLD SCHOOL, UP NORTH, HUNTING SHACK VIBE!!I HOPE YOU ENJOY!!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    The BEST Turkey Hunt EVER!! | What Should Your Decoy Spread Look Like For Each Season? | SERIOUSLY... IT'S A MUST LISTEN! |

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 73:23


    You WILL NEVER EVER hear of another TURKEY HUNT like this again....EVER!!  How Brian and his two boys (Mike and Justin) capped off their GRAND SLAM is ABSOLUTELY UNBELIEVABLE!!  If you are an avid turkey hunter or have never turkey hunted before, you NEED TO CHECK THIS EPISODE OUT!!  With well over 40 years of TURKEY HUNTING experience Brian, Mike, and Sarah share some unforgettable memories.  Along with that, they share the strategies they use for early season, mid season, and late season.  From decoy set ups, to what you should do if a bird gets hung up.  This episode is full of great information and I hope you enjoy!! THANKS FOR LISTENING!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    ILLEGAL Shed Hunters!?! | How Far Apart Will Deer Drop Their Sheds? |

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 44:54


    We are LIVE at the 2025 Annual Minnesota Rackstars Shed Hunt!!  We are on the run looking for a bunch of sheds, but one in particular and that one is "Big Ben."  Listen to how things took a turn for the worse when a few participants "illegally" found the biggest sheds on the farm. THANKS FOR LISTENING!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    Central Minnesota School of Taxidermy | HOW TO Become a Taxidermist | Why Has it Gotten So EXPENSIVE and Mounting A Pig? |

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 40:06


    This week, we are talking with John Hlebaen from Central Minnesota School of Taxidermy.  John tells some awesome stories that revolve around his years in the taxidermy world and explains what the taxidermy school entails. So, if you are looking to get into taxidermy or are just curious to hear some wild taxidermy stories, this is the podcast for you!If you are looking for more information on Central Minnesota School of Taxidermy you can find them on Facebook or click on the link: https://centralminnesotaschooloftaxidermy.com/MINNESOTA RACKSTAR APPAREL: https://stores.whitewolfmn.com/minnesota_rackstars/shop/products/all?page=1&fbclid=IwY2xjawIorrlleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHVA0B8KPr3Dllcqkcb5CjmKBmx_rXVSrNaq0cUcFJUY8AQkGD9ayWw8qbw_aem_wzpLr67HyFQGO0UPcKulGQTHANKS FOR LISTENING!THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    DEER CAMP 2024 (LIVE)!! | Joe is NOT feeling good about his HUNTING DECISION!! | Why does MARGIE have HOLY WATER at Deer Camp? |

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024 97:05


    We are LIVE at DEER CAMP and the EXCITEMENT is at an all time high...for some...Joe has a decision to make...will he or won't he go hunting with a CROSSBOW?? Hear stories leading up to the opening weekend of firearms season, along with some good old DEER CAMP TALK!! WE HOPE YOU ARE ALL HAVING SUCCESS!!THANKS FOR LISTENING!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    PART 2- South Dakota Hunting Trip | Joe Has a Run of BAD BAD BAD LUCK... But did we get "SKUNKED?!"|

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 45:21


    We are on our way home from South Dakota and discussing this WILD and CRAZY Pre-Rut Weekend!!  It was another trip with many twists and turns where we all faced some type of ADVERSITY in and out of the stand!!  Listen as we recap another memorable South Dakota Hunting Trip that we will NOT SOON FORGET!!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    PART 1- Mid-October South Dakota Archery Trip | A Collared Buck Is On The Hit List! |

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 71:37


    It's mid October, we are in the truck and headed back to South Dakota in search of some MONSTER BUCKS!  Jerome, Dale, and Joe share some of the trail camera intel they have received over the summer and the strategies they will be using on this hunt to hopefully put down the BIG BOY!!  It is my FAVORITE PODCAST to record and I hope you enjoy!!!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    Will CROSSBOW Hunters Have A SEPARATE SEASON? | Todd Froberg | Minnesota DNR Big Game Program Coordinator

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 58:33


    This week Todd Froberg was kind enough to join me, from the Minnesota DNR, to discuss some of the new rules and regulations here in the state of Minnesota. Along with that, we cover some controversial topics like crossbows, deer numbers, APR, hunter satisfaction, wolves, and CWD.  Catch all of that and more here on this week's episode on the Minnesota Rackstars Podcast!!Thanks for Listening and I hope you ENJOY!!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    Sarah is in the "Hot Seat" | Pre-Season Whitetail Special!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 84:37


    This week Josh, Travis, and I discuss the upcoming season and what it is going to take to put down our target bucks.  We also have a special guest!  It is Travis' wife Sarah and we put her on the HOT SEAT while we ask her some intense questions about Travis that you DO NOT WANT TO MISS!!  Thanks for Listening and I hope you ENJOY!!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    Creating The Perfect European Mount In The Beetle Barn - With Justin Popp | Skull Craft |

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 42:51


    This week I sit down with Justin from Skull Craft to discuss the process of creating the perfect European mount!  Justin also give us some tips on what to do after you shoot your trophy so that you are doing everything possible to have the best European mount around!!  Finally, Justing talks about some red flags you need to look for when brining your deer to the taxidermist!! Thanks for Listening and I hope you ENJOY!!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    The NEW Camp Ripley Archery Hunt with Jake Kitzmann- Camp Ripley Natural Resource Manager

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 54:23


    In this week's episode, Jake Kitzmann joins me to discuss the NEW changes that are in place for what used to be considered the LARGEST ORGANIZED ARCHERY HUNT IN THE WORLD!!  Jake is the Natural Resource Manager at Camp Ripley, which consists of 53,000+ ACRES, and he sits down with me to explain the new changes that we will see starting this year in camp!  Thanks for Listening and I hope you ENJOY!!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    189" Target Buck POACHED!! The Story of Monte

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 44:16


    This week we are taking a roadtrip and recapping the story of a buck called Monte.  He was a 189" Minnesota monarch that was poached!  Can there be anything more frustrating than chasing a buck of a lifetime and come to find out he was poached?!?!?  Listen as Andrew tells the story of Monte!Thanks for Listening!!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    Inside the WHITETAIL MIND of The Head GUIDE at Home Grown Outfitters- Mike Raymond

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 69:05


    Listen as Mike explains what STRATEGIES he uses to get his clients ON WHITETAIL DEER!! Mike also shares some great lessons that he has learned over the years of being a Whitetail Hunting Guide.  Finally, have you ever wondered what is it like to hunt at an outfitter??  Mike explains all of this AND MORE!!Thanks for Listening!!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    The Nightmare Neighbors!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 69:56


    This week we cover the topic of your neighbors!!  Some are good and some are well...not so good.  Josh, Cameron, Brandon, and myself discuss some of the things we have seen and done throughout the years to build hunting relationship with the neighbors.  Thanks for Listening!! Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    It's Time To Plant APPLE TREES! | Tips and Tricks | - With Art Reuck

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 54:31


    If you are into planting APPLE TREES, this podcast is for you!!! Whether you are a HUNTER looking to bring DEER in closer for the perfect shot, or love making APPLE PIES, Art has some great information to get the MOST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK when it comes to APPLE TREES!! If you want more information,  feel free to reach out to Art Reuck on Facebook and he will do his best to help you out!!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    ROAD RAGE Road Trip For Turkeys!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 44:00


    TEMPERS are FLARING and THE ENERGY is HIGH  as we head out to South Dakota for our annual turkey hunt!  Tune in to hear Joe, Jerome, and Dale discuss their anticipation for the upcoming turkey season along with some GREAT Turkey Hunting STORIES!!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    Buying/Selling Hunting Land--RED FLAGS, Opportunities, and A DEAD COW??-- With Jason "Zig" Ziegler

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 72:12


    Times have changed!!  If you are in the market for buying or selling a HUNTING PROPERTY, then you need to listen to this podcast!  Whitetail Properties land specialist Jason "Zig" Ziegler joins me to discuss the things you NEED TO KNOW before going "ALL IN" on a property.  Zig also gives strategies on how to stay ahead of the game to have an opportunity at your DREAM PROPERTY before it's OFF the MARKET.  Finally, the story of the BUTCHERED COW on the front LAWN...Thanks Zig for Joining me!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook pageThe Fish Guyd- Check out his social media platformsSkull Craft- Check out their social media platforms as well!!

    A SHED HUNTING TRADITION

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 60:34


    We are LIVE from our 4th annual family and friends SHED HUNT!  This is one of the most EXCITING days of the year for our hunting party!  We start off the podcast with a little pre- shed hunt talk and then we hit the pause button while we head out to the field and search for some sheds (AND OTHER LONG LOST TREASURES).  We then come back to discuss all the EXCITEMENT!! With this podcast, I hope you can GAIN some IDEAS on how you can start your own shed hunting TRADITIONS, and also enjoy a few good LAUGHS along the way!  ENJOY!!THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook page

    ALL that went WRONG In 2023!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2024 138:17


    From missing deer, to an expired license, to being taken in by security at the airport...We are covering EVERYTHING that has happened in 2023... Let's put the past behind us.Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook page

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    LIVE at DEER CAMP with MICE in Hannah's Deer Stand!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 80:10


    It is the night before gun opener and we are at DEER CAMP with lots of anticipation, food, and drink!! This was a blast sitting down with everyone and hearing their deer camp stories and discussing their opening morning strategies!  And on top of all of that, two guys in camp have already put down bucks that each go over 150"!! So, kick back and enjoy deer camp with us!  Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!Please check out all of their websites and follow them on their social media platforms!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook page

    Joe Spots a MONSTER 10 POINT and Possibly RUINS Another Hunter's Spot Stalk...

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2023 81:11


    We are on our way home from South Dakota and we are recapping our encounters.  We saw some great deer, ran into a public land hunter, and  saw a ton of COYOTES!!! ARROWS were FLUNG and we are bringing back TWO wall hangers.  Also Joe explains how ArcticShield's new line of hunting apparel (Prodigy) played a huge role on this trip!!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERS!!ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook page

    1v1v1 Hunt Strategies for South Dakota

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 61:32


    This week we are in the truck and headed to South Dakota!  The anticipation is high with lot of excitement!!  This was a fun episode for me because this was the first time recording a podcast in a vehicle and on top of that, it's with my two uncles.  It felt like we were at deer camp just talking hunting.  We discussed many things such as what we have learned over the years of hunting South Dakota along with fun hunting stories and expectations.  So if you love road trips and hunting stories, this podcast is right up your alley!!  Enjoy!Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook page

    Target Buck Shows Up | Nick Retka

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2023 64:31


    On this week's episode, I interview Nick Retka who has been hoping that his target buck from the last two seasons is still around. And it just so happens that today he found out, through word of mouth, that there has been a HUGE BUCK spotted on that permission property.  So, we discuss some strategies that he is going to be using to stack the odds in his favor of potentially harvesting this trophy whitetail. Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook page

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    Episode #4- Hunting A New Property | Mike Mathiason

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2023 64:23


    On today's episode, Mike Mathiason and I discuss a permission property that his family has recently purchased.  We go over the steps they took that helped them purchase the property along with some of the adjustments they are making to turn it into a hunting paradise! Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook page

    Fall Food Plot Strategies. Also, Can Deer Smell CWD?? -Mike Lindahl | Domain Outdoor

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 62:58


    This week we discuss fall food plots with Mike Lindahl of Domain Outdoor.  Mike gives some great insight on how to decide what to plant along with where to hunt in comparison to your plots.  We conclude with some CWD talk and how you might be able to help prevent your deer herd from getting CWD through minerals.  Also, can deer really smell CWD?Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/Partners:ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook page

    Poaching, Party Hunting, and Politics with Retired CONSERVATION OFFICER Paul Kuske

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 64:20


    In episode 2, we sit down with retired conservation officer Paul Kuske to discuss things that he has experienced throughout his 28 and half years of being a CO.   Not only does Paul have some great stories to share, he also answers some questions that most hunters have when it comes to what is legal and what is not legal, along with who comes up with the rules and regulations.  Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/Partners:ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/J&R Outdoors- Check out their Facebook page

    Tips for this fall along with some CROSSBOW talk | Josh Vickers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 43:47


    In our very first podcast, I am joined by my cousin Josh Vickers.  We discuss how he has become such a successful hunter bagging multiple bucks in and out of state.  We also go over what ALL hunters need to keep in mind this fall.  To wrap things up we dive into some controversial topics like crossbows.Links:Website: https://mnrackstars.weebly.com/Partners:ArcticShield- https://www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com/Domain Outdoor- https://www.domainoutdoor.com/Tactacam- https://www.tactacam.com/Fourth Arrow Camera Arms- https://www.fourtharrowcameraarms.com/

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