Woods and Waters Project: The Podcast

Join the Iowa Bird Chaser, Nick Martin, and me as we talk about his adventure to all 99 counties in Iowa, chasing pheasants! Listen in as we talk strategy, experiences, and bird dogs! Nick Martin: https://www.instagram.com/iowa_birdchaser/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Lindsay and me as we discuss what happened when her husband said "let's just wing it and start a farm!" And you know what she said?? "I'm in!" We talk about how they got started, and how they figured it out with no previous farming experience. The real, the dirty, the awesome! Life with Linz: https://www.instagram.com/life_with_linz/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join me and Albert Wells, outdoorsman, here in Iowa as we talk about Falconry, Hawking, and how he got started. We discuss working with a Rad Tail Hawk and his experience with training 6 of them so far! There is more involved than I thought and I surely cannot wait to get out there and see if for myself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Overlanding vehicle-based travel, where the destination is not the goal, the adventure is the goal." Join me and Joe Hunt as we discuss what you need for your next adventure, what not to skimp on, and what he and his wife do to help others get it right. We talk about my DREAM road trip and finding joy and adventure whatever your trip! Nomad Overlanding: https://nomadoverlanding.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join me and Rick Carey CEO of Chard Products as we learn about meat processing, dos and dont's, and how to get started processing your own meat. What you need and what to look for. We also discuss his road trip adventures in a Volkswagen bus, grouse hunting, and passing on the love of the outdoors. I was inspired so many times during this conversation, glad you're here! Chard Products: https://www.chardproducts.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave is back....AGAIN! Join Dave Hoffman with United blood trackers and Iowa Blood Trackers Group, and myself for PART 2 on shot placement and recovery ! We talk hounds. training, and picking the right hunting buddy for you. And lots of extra tips and tricks to make you more successful out there! United Blood Trackers: https://www.unitedbloodtrackers.org/state-regulations/ia/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave is back! Join Dave Hoffman with United blood trackers and Iowa Blood Trackers Group, and myself as we talk about the importance of shot placement and how it affects recovery. We are talking Blood hounds, blood tracking, and so many extra tips to make your next shot and hunt, more successful. This is only Part 1, because there was so much good stuff to cover! United Blood Trackers: https://www.unitedbloodtrackers.org/state-regulations/ia/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interview with Wildlife Researcher, Dave Hoffman of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Such an exciting conversation about Iowa's elusive Gray Fox. Where did they go? What challenges do they face? How can we help? And will we ever see them again? Find out on this episode as we deep dive into this amazing animal! We also talk about other furbearers, trapping, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interview with Outdoor Store Owner, Adam Clark. We talk about owning and running an outdoor store in a small town. The pros and cons and the conversations! Adam is also an Archery Coach and we talk about the impact Archery has on people. And why are we seeing a gap in passing the great outdoors on? Luckys Outdoors: https://www.luckys-outdoors.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet Nikita Dalke, Canada Hunter, wife, mother, and all-around woodsman. Join us as we talk black bear hunting and overcoming fear. We talk about her hounds, raising kids up in the outdoors, and her time in the Extreme Huntress Competition. Nikita Dalke: https://www.instagram.com/canadahuntress/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summer Squirrel Hunting and Fly Over States? Interview with Rob McDonald, Husband, Father, Writer, Speaker, and Woodsman. The Modern Wildman. Join us as we talk we Kansas Hunting, the Great Plains Outdoor Podcast and Blog, Summer Squirrel Hunting, and emerging his boys into the outdoors. Glad you are here! Great Plains Outdoors: https://greatplainsoutdoors.com/podcast/ Modern Wildman: https://www.instagram.com/modern_wildman/ Outdoor Communicators of Kansas: https://www.facebook.com/ksoutdoorcommunicators/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interview with avid angler, Co-Owner, Instructor, and guide, Ryan Rahmiller. We talk about one of my favorite subjects, fly-fishing! We discuss the uniqueness of the driftless region of NE Iowa, SE Minnesota, NW Illinois, and SW Wisconsin. What makes it special and Driftless on the Fly guide service is located nearby! And please listen in on the Driftless Flyathlon, a combination of trail running, fishing, and craft beer. Driftless Flyathlon: https://www.runningrivers.org/flyathlon.html Driftless on the Fly: https://www.driftlessonthefly.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is a naturalist? What do they do? Why is it important? We talk foraging, nature journaling, backpacking, climate change and a whole lot more! Join me and three of my home state's wonderful Naturalists as we BS a little and talk about the important work they are doing here in Iowa! These three are incredibly smart and inspirational in the work they do. Meet Marci McTrana, Frances Owen, and Kristen Morrow of Johnson County Conservation! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join me and James this week to discuss hunting with hounds, mountain lion hunting, collaring them and the amazing findings of hunting with hounds in Washington. We talk about his guiding in Idaho and how this way of life came to be for him! If you are a houndsman or have any interest in it-this is most definitely your episode! James Van Geystel: https://www.instagram.com/j_vangeystel/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Tim Cochran and Jacob Heumphreus of South Dakota Waterfowlers as we talk Snow Goose Guiding. Over 25 years of experience between the two of them and endless stories. We talk about guiding, equipment, what it takes, what to expect, and why they choose to come back year after year. Learn about the migration, and adult birds, and give it your best for your clients. South Dakota Waterfowlers: https://www.facebook.com/SouthDakotaWaterfowlersCommunity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interview with Randi Clark, inspiring Colorado hunter, Forester, and houndsman. Randi didn't grow up hunting but you sure wouldn't know it! Her love for the outdoors and competitive nature have put her on the path of adventure and doing some amazing things. Join us as we talk about her journey, mountain lion hunting, and what drives her.  Randi: https://www.instagram.com/randimclark/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interview with Randi Clark, inspiring Colorado hunter, Forester, and houndsman. Randi didn't grow up hunting but you sure wouldn't know it! Her love for the outdoors and competitive nature have put her on the path of adventure and doing some amazing things. Join us as we talk about her journey, mountain lion hunting, and what drives her.  Randi: https://www.instagram.com/randimclark/  

Everyone meet Andraya Grangroth, outfitter, guide, entrepreneur, writer, photographer, and so much more.  This is a powerful conversation about growth, overcoming obstacles, and believing in yourself. Listen in as we discuss her upcoming book, growing up off the land, and healing through the outdoors.  Whats Your Wild: https://www.whatsyourwild.net/ Ridge Patrol: https://ridgepatrol.com/  

Fungi and Foraging! What an awesome conversation with outdoorsman, Whitney, the Appalachian Forager. We talk about how she fell in love with mushrooms, what she does with them, and advice on finding your own! Starting your foraging journey or just loving talking Fungi? This is your podcast!    Whitney the Appalachian Forager: https://www.instagram.com/appalachian_forager/   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@appalachian_forager

Join Heather Iverson and me as we talk trapping and how it became a way of life for her and her husband, later in life. Heather is a wife, momma, hunter, outdoorsman and now avid trapper. We discuss her favorite animal to trap, favorite trap to set, how to get started and how it's also a family affair with her husband and kiddos! We have a special guest at the end join us too!    Heather Iverson: https://www.instagram.com/heather_iverson_outdoors/

What. An. Episode!! Join Woods and Waters this week with special guest, Mia Anstine! Who is Mia Anstine? Mia is an outdoor writer, licensed outfitter, hunting guide, life coach, keynote speaker, and a range safety officer, firearms instructor, and archery instructor. She is the founder of MAC Outdoors and Host of the MAC Outdoors Podcast! You may also know her from her debut as the first American woman on the cover of Field and Stream Magazine! We talk guiding, how she grew up, ethics, advice, and a heck of a lot more! Meet Mia: https://miaanstine.com/about/    

Join me and Mary Lynn, of Light Em Up Kennels, as we talk turkey and beagling! What do look for in a good beagle and what does it actually take to rabbit hunt with those cute suckers! We discuss turkey calling for beginners and all things hunting! Mary Lynn is a passionate woodsman, houndsman, and mentor and I can't wait for ya'll to meet her!  Light Em Up Kennels: https://www.facebook.com/LightEmUpKennels/ TN Women's Turkey Workshops! https://www.facebook.com/ashley.chance.39904/posts/451324500112352

Interested in learning to trap? Not sure what trap to buy or start with? What do you all need to start trapping? Trapping tips and tricks? Well this is your episode and your girl! Join me as I Interview Linda White, one of the awesome people behind Trapping Girl!     Trapping Girl: https://www.trappinggirlinc.com/ WildHERness: https://wildherness.org/    

Interview with Iowa's Department of Natural Resources Hunter Education Coordinator, Jamie Cook. Iowa resident looking to learn to hunt? Thinking its too late in life- never! Hear Jamie's story and passion for the work he does and how you can learn more or get involved yourself! We have a great team here in Iowa and lots of opportunities coming to get you out hunting! Join us as we talk bird dogs, hunting memories, hunting and license numbers, and a lot more!   Iowa DNR Learn to Hunt: https://www.iowadnr.gov/Hunting/Hunter-Education/Learn-to-Hunt  

Happy Holidays to all! What work we have done in Iowa with Outdoor Mentors. Recent podcast, giveaway, and a childhood dream came true! Whats next for 2022!   Wildherness: https://wildherness.org/ Outdoor Mentors: www.outdoormentors.org Project Upland: https://projectupland.com/waterfowl-hunting-2/let-it-snow-the-story-of-a-waterfowlers-first-snow-goose-hunt/ National Parks: https://usparkpass.com/ She Goes Outdoors: https://www.sgooutdoors.com/      

Interview with Rebeca Granillo on fly fishing, becoming a fly fisherman, ethics, and what it has mean to her. Want to start an outdoors or fishing club? Looking for a fly fishing community? This is your episode. Also hear about the important work that May Fly Project is doing across the country!     The May Fly Project: https://themayflyproject.com/ Wasatch Women's Fly Fishing Club: https://www.instagram.com/wasatchflyclub/ Follow Rebeca! : https://www.instagram.com/chewwwbeca/    

Daren Bulow is a clean family friendly comedian who goes by the moniker“The Hunting and Fishing Comedian”. His comedy is about hunters, fisherman, crazy dog people and the spouses that put up with them. Daren specializes in producing and performing comedy fundraisers to raise money for non-profits. He has raised 10's of thousands of dollars for non-profits through those shows.   Daren: Facebook @Huntingfishingcomedian South Dakota Hunt: www.huntthegreatestsd.com Outdoor Mentors: www.outdoormentors.org  

Want to try Archery? Not sure where to start? Or The right bow for you? A community? A mentor? We got your girl right here! Interview with Steph Rustad, NASP's Western Regional Assistant, Archery Coach, and all around amazing person! Listen this week as we talk archery advice and how it all started! Follow Steph: https://stephanierustad.com/ https://www.instagram.com/the.archer.steph/   NASP Program: https://www.naspschools.org    

I am back after a month and a half of a wild ride. What have I been up to? I drove out West and learned to row a Drift boat with a bunch of strangers. I was North bear hunting with hounds with people who live for it. I needed a break, an adventure, and boy...I got it. Maybe a little bit of a spiritual awakening? Listen in and find out.  Hyde Drift Boats: https://www.hydeoutdoors.com/ Pass it on-Outdoor Mentors: www.outdoormentors.org    

Interview with Woody Orne, former Hawkeye Football Player, member of Whitetail Freaks TV, and the coolest dude! Join us as we talk whitetail deer hunting, focusing on what you want, and going after it. Want to be on a hunting show? Want the hunting industry full time? Just love whitetails? This is your guy!   Whitetail Freaks TV: https://www.instagram.com/whitetailfreakstv/  

Welcome to Part Two of me, your host, taking on Hunting Guide School in South Dakota. This Episode we discuss Snow Geese, Deer, Dog Handling and business nuggets of wisdom. I share my experience and what I left with. Why I did this and why it was a great decision. Ever wanted to be a hunting guide....are you sure? Let's chat!    

Join me for a debrief on my first few days of Hunting Guide School in South Dakota! Want to become a hunting guide? Want to learn to hunt? Want to know what the heck guide school is? Every night I give ya'll how I am feeling, a little about the day, and nuggets of wisdom I get along the way! https://northernplainsoutfitters.com/  

Meet Luke, host of the Publicly Challenged Podcast! Join us as we discuss public land hunting, foraging, and the nitty gritty of it all.  Not sure where to start or where to hunt? Need advice? Check out this episode and then head on over to Publicly Challenged and hear from many awesome Public Land guests!   Follow Luke and the Publicly Challenged Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/publicly_challenged/  

What's up, what's next, and what's on my mind. Also how the narrative is changing and why we should pay attention to these trailblazers and mentors! How I missed shooting my bow, oh so much, and how I want to "undo" it all!  Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/wildenroute/ The Website: www.woodsandwatersproject.com    

Interview with Nathan Putnam, athlete, hunter, pack goat-er? Ever wanted a goat of your own...how about 36?! Join us as we talk pack goats, hunting with these cool creatures, and living the simple, off grid life. Follow Nathan: https://www.instagram.com/mtnmanidaho/  

Everyone meet Amy Hall with Her Wild Outdoors Podcast. We are so lucky to have her on this side of the Interview! Amy and I talk Hunters supporting Hunters, Authenticity, raising kids outdoors, and so many nuggets of wisdom, I myself cannot wait to listen again! Follow Amy: https://www.instagram.com/amyhall_hunter/ Follow Her Wild Outdoors: https://www.instagram.com/herwildoutdoors/  

Whitney and I talk hunting and working with dogs, coon and coyote hunting and how we unexpectedly fell in love. We talk Women's hunting trips and finding your people. And no matter how busy everything is, making time for what we love and what is inevitably, a part of who we are. She was born to run! Follow Whit: https://www.instagram.com/hunt.fish.whit/  

Born and raised hunting in the high country of Montana, fishing guide in Alaska,and a lot of exciting new ventures coming her way! Everyone meet Maranda! She a business owner, passionate about fitness, and is a total badass! We talk archery, entrepreneurship, turkey, waterfowl, and a few more of my favorite things! Follow Maranda: https://www.instagram.com/maranda.hough/

I talk with the incredibly positive and adventurous, Devon Mullenbach! We chat about being a female hunter, supporting other female hunters, and what lights us up about the outdoors (which turns out is just about everything!) Want to be hunter, angler, adventurer? This may be the nudge you need! Dev: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor_dev/  

Join me for a positive, high energy interview with Mel Eppich as we discuss both of our high's and lows with the sport of Archery. We talk equipment, draw weight, and finding the right bow for you but we also take this conversation pretty deep. We discuss life, what holding a bow in our hands has done for us. Teaching and involving her kiddos, big plans for the future, and what an Archery Challenge is really like Mel & Kel: https://www.instagram.com/eppicharcheryunleashed/  

Hey everyone, welcome to the last episode of Season 1 of Woods and Waters Project! This is a solo episode of what's up, what's next, and what I am looking forward to. And about what being a Snow Goose Grunt worker was like. I speak on hunting mentorship, instructing classes, plans for the near future and my 30th birthday present to myself. I also speak briefly on ethics and my hopes for hunters supporting hunters and outdoorsman supporting outdoorsman. It has been on honor to share this first season with you and I cannot wait for season 2!

Justin grew up and spent the first 27 years of his life in Iowa. During this interview we talk about what its like going from an Iowa Salesman, planting roots, buying land to basically starting all over, packing it up and moving to Alaska, with no job lined up! Justin is now a Taxidermist and resident in Anchorage after one man gave him a shot after just a quick glance at his resume (which did NOT include taxidermy experience). Join me and Justin to find out what its like going from Iowa to Alaska living and taking a chance and going for a dream even as an average dude. https://www.instagram.com/justinhouseal/  

Interview from the Specklebelly Blind with Guide, Nooner Hall of Snowstorm Outfitters. Jacob and I spend two days going after some Specklebellies and Snow Geese down in Missouri with the famous, Nooner Hall! We talk a little goose and duck hunting, a lot about turkey hunting, catfishing, and what being a guide is actually like. Ever wanted to be a waterfowl guide? Love turkey hunting? Love catfishing? Love a good story...or 5 ? This is your episode ya'll!           Nooner Hall: https://www.instagram.com/noonerhall/ Snowstorm Outfitters: https://snowstormoutfitters.com/#  

Welcome to Episode number 28!  Interview and bullshit session with Emily Audra Edge, the Reel Em Angler!  I meet up with Emily for the first time in Wisconsin to do a little Ice Fishing! The fishing wasn't on fire but the conversation and company was great!  Want to get into fishing but don't know where to start? Starting to fish later in life? Want to chase all types of fish species? Want to watch a badass chick conquer the world? This is the episode for you!  But seriously, Emily is a regular Midwest girl doing some epic things, making waves, and doing what she loves most! Welcome, here's Emily!  Follow Emily: https://www.instagram.com/the_reel_em_angler/ Wild Wisconsin Podcast: https://share.transistor.fm/s/9026b7b0   Woods + Waters Project: https://woodsandwatersproject.com/ Wisconsin DNR: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/  

Interview with Artemis Program Manager, Marcia Brownlee on the bold and empowering women of Artemis, their stand for conservation, and how to take action on things that matter to you! Defining what being an outdoorsman means for yourself!  Want to be more involved in conservation? Are you a female hunter craving community and support? Looking to make a difference? This may be the show for you!  What an incredible woman and incredible organization!    The National Wildlife Federation: https://www.nwf.org/ Artemis: https://artemis.nwf.org/about-us/ Woods and Waters Project Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/woodsandwatersproject    

I have been very busy since October and thought I would give ya'll an update on what the heck has been going on! Coon Hunting competitions, Pheasant Hunting in Iowa, Duck, deer Hogs and a bucket list Crane hunt!     Havoc Hunting Supply: https://havochuntingsupply.com/ The Outfit Oklahoma: http://www.theoutfitok.com/ Wilson Brothers Guide Service: https://www.facebook.com/wilsonbrothersguideservice/ So grateful for all of these people! Thank you All! Happy Holidays!

Everyone meet Kate Giannini! Hunter, mother of two boys, business owner, conservationist, and one hell of an inspiration! We talk a lot about conservation and how to get involved and make a difference and be a voice! We discuss public hunting land and access and its importance. Do you know what a watershed actually is and why it's important? I reflect a lot on the type of outdoorsman I want to be and Kate really brings light to that for me. So grateful for you, keep being amazing! Meet Kate! https://www.instagram.com/iahuntress/  

Introducing, Garrett Benner, Podcast Host, YouTuber, creator, avid outdoorsman, and honest as it gets! Straight forward and high energy dude with a passion for getting out there in ways nobody does!  Raw, real, and no bullshit!  Welcome to the show!      Garrett Benner:  https://www.instagram.com/the_modern_assassin/ The Modern Assasissin YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JdJqUmUdeA&feature=youtu.be    

I chat with Story Teller, Adam Pecht, a chronic entrepreneur, writer, and hunter on a journey to recreate the travels of a story written years ago.  Hear about his life as a business owner and creator, life and love on the road, his best friend Tucker, and the call of upland hunting. Find Adam:  https://www.instagram.com/adampecht/ SUBLMNL Media:  https://sublmnlmedia.com/ Project Upland:  https://projectupland.com/    

Chats with Nancy feels like talking to someone I've known a lifetime. It's an honor to have gotten to know such an amazing woman and angler! We talk about her start in the outdoors, how she became a fly fishing instructor, how shes seen the industry change for women in her time, and a really sweethearted story about a husband and wife of 50 years and how it is never too late to make something epic happen! We cover a lot and honestly I could have talked to her for hours. Guiding, relationships, coaching others and more! Thanks for joining us!     Follow Nancy Willette @ https://www.instagram.com/NancyWillette/    

Welcome Back this is Turkey Camp Part 2! Interview with Father-Son duo, Carlos and Dominic on their successful time at camp and why it's all so important to Carlos to pass on this way of life to his son. Carlos is a husband, father, Marie, avid outdoorsman, and partner with Giving back Outdoors. These guys are one of the many reasons my Camp experience was so special. People like this are why I love the podcast- this is what it is all about.   Thanks for listening!             Giving Back Outdoors https://www.facebook.com/givingbackoutdoors/