Podcasts about big woods bucks

Greg and Adam go over his NH buck kill, give an update on VT, and more!

Watch this podcast on YouTube! https://youtu.be/eoXuTC1iE2k Big Woods hunting in and around Wisconsin presents some additional challenges like a patchwork of private land and bait piles, predators like wolves, and a short gun season. Nathan Nelson doesn't let any of that stop him! You'll see him out there applying his skills and always learning more, even tracking deer with his bow to keep at it as long as possible. On this podcast he shares some great buck tracking stories and the knowledge he's built about hunting the Big Woods of the upper midwest.

Greg, Adam, & Grant Get together for a hunt update on the Vermont season, Maine bucks, deer report, and Grant's buck story!

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/dHaQy-Arww0 The final week of Maine's rifle season made for some more great stories at Big Woods Outfitters.

Watch this podcast on YouTube! https://youtu.be/ZdQML64yHEg Another great week in the books with some nice bucks taken at Big Woods Outfitters (and maybe a few more that should have been!). Hear the stories from the hunters and find out how Hal's season has been going so far.

Watch this podcast on Youtube! https://youtu.be/diOKU9EXV3E Billy Molls is at Big Woods Outfitters, working hard to track a big woods buck. Join Hal, Billy and Brandon as they recap the week and talk with Ben and Steve about their bucks. Steve has been hunting over 36 years and finally killed his first deer ever, a beautiful 8 pointer, tracking it in the snow in Maine. His dream came true!

Adam and Greg sit down and get caught up on all the hunting thats been going on. Starting off with Adam & Grant's VT Muzzleloader Does, rolling right into the entire first week of Maine Deer camp, and Greg's Maine Buck!

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/xuWRBO_mzHc The first week of Maine's 2025 deer season was a great one at Big Woods Outfitters, with great weather, a few days of great snow, and the hunters putting down some great bucks. Tune in to hear their stories.

Adam and Greg give a hunt update #2, talk some hunts, plans, and make a couple quick calls to Ansel and Grant.

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/Vv8fKQLmSaI These old school Adirondack legends are hard core hunters. They come from the days of carrying full tent camps miles and miles into the uncharted mountains of the ADK, locating and tracking down the biggest bucks in the region and carrying them out on their backs across the wildest, most untamed terrain. Their passion is unbounded, and their deer hunting skill is awe-inspiring. Listen to their stories, and learn from their many decades of experience. It's sure to up your big woods hunting game.

Greg and Adam sit down for Hunt Recap #1, go over Gregs bow kill, the infamous Chris Angel Mindfreak, a miss, and a lot more!

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/Cdk-LWcDjgE On this episode Hal and Lee answer some of your questions and talk about getting ready for the season. You've asked about finding places to hunt, what gear to bring, and finding success in the big woods. Lee dives into the finer details of the 250 Savage and its distant cousin - the 6.5 Creedmoor?! He's a wealth of knowledge!

Adam and Greg hit the road over to Maine for the first fall scouting trip. Camera checks, blunders, road reports, birds, shooting coyotes, and more!

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/oRH1uX6FoFI Dan Christmas is a generational native of the Adirondacks who has spent his life in the woods; from his youth, to being a forester, a guide, and eventually building a land and camps business that makes the dream of hunting camps and land access a reality for working class sportsmen. Tune in as Hal and Lee catch up and swap some hunting stories with their good friend Dan.

We're back with our good friend Eric Boek of the ADK Cowboys for a preseason check-in. In this episode, we share plenty of laughs, look back on some great 2024 deer stories, and get Eric's predictions for the upcoming 2025 season. Eric also reminds everyone to pick up a Deer Aging Kit from deerage.com — use code ADK at checkout to save 10%.

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/hl4Cc_lsTAw Hal and Lee sit down with longtime friend Ben Kuncaitis to talk about hunting from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan to the plains of South Africa! Ben is the host of Camp Benny on YouTube, which centers around stories from his two hunting camps in Michigan.

In this episode of Art of the Hunt, Talon sits down with Stewart Keen to dive deep into one of the trickiest parts of bowhunting mature bucks: being in the right area but the wrong tree. Stewart explains how often hunters are within a hundred yards of success, but subtle shifts in wind, terrain, or deer patterns can make the difference between an empty sit and a filled tag.Which Guest is your Favorite!FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093435881370&mibextid=avESrCSocial's Talon Neal https://www.facebook.com/talon.neal.33?mibextid=LQQJ4dhttps://instagram.com/talon.neal_1?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==Instagram Pagehttps://instagram.com/artofthehunt1?igshid=NGVhN2U2NjQ0Yg==

Greg and Adam head to maine for another summer scouting trip. Listen in on the scouting reports, laughs, and a bit about the upcoming season! Shop STAGR Gear: www.stagrgear.com

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/hQ4dgfcaqR0 Whenever Hal and Lee sit down with their longtime friends Joe and Steve from the Adirondacks, good times and great insights are sure to abound! This episode didn't disappoint, and while we had to end it somewhere these guys could have gone on for days dropping knowledge and laughing the whole time. They took a look at the guns that Steve and Joe use and talked in depth about the importance of knowing your gun, with some great stories that drove that lesson home for them.

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/LGJuL809Ibg Lee Schanz is a wealth of hunting knowledge and has a passion for heritage, history and the guns that tell the story of the hunt. Enjoy Brandon's conversation with this Big Woods Bucks OG, and you might even learn a thing or two!

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/k-W0lWJl-PI Gordon Berry was a fixture in the big woods and the local community who connected us to the older generations and the way things used to be. Hal and Lee sit down with Gordon's nephew Garnett Robinson to swap stories about Gordon, his antics, and the lasting impact he had on the community.

Check out this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hWpfioVTmuI You have questions, we have answers! On this episode Hal and Lee answer questions about starting fires, what they carry in their packs, hunting in low deer density areas, getting kids out hunting, and more.

Watch this episdoe on YouTube! https://youtu.be/_8pGrQD0k2U On this episode Brandon sits down with Chris Richards, whose passion and dedication to moose hunting is unrivaled. Together they cover everything you need to know about the Maine moose hunt. Whether you're preparing for your upcoming hunt, want to be ready for a future hunt, or just love to hear great moose hunting stories, you're going to love this episode.

Greg and Adam check in after a successful maine scouting trip, checking cameras, looking into new areas, and more!

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/Pt8a7Efr1iQ Hal and Lee often get questions about how they prepare their trucks for the big woods. On this episode they talk about how they set up their trucks, what they bring to be self sufficient, and then they dive into some famous northwoods roads where they've had some of their wildest adventures.

Our good friend Jeremiah Trombly returns for his third appearance on the STAGR Cast—and he's got one hell of a season to reflect on. In 2024, Jeremiah tagged four mature bucks across the rugged terrain of the Adirondacks, Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. From bitter cold tracking days to soaking wet slogs, he shares gritty, unforgettable stories from the woods, his deep love for the hunt, and what keeps him chasing adventure season after season. This is one that'll fire you up for fall. Like the show? The best way to support it is by gearing up for your 2025 season at www.stagrgear.com. Use code STAGRCAST at checkout for a discount.

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/UyYTz3c0wO0 Blaine Miller has been guiding for over 50 years and has particularly extensive experience guiding river tours on the Allagash, St Johns and other vast, remote rivers. Boy does he have some stories to tell!

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/2CidpO2HusE Deer, bear, fish, bobcats and moose - Paul Laney does it all in Downeast Maine! Join Hal and Lee as they talk with Paul about hunting and fishing in his area, once-in-a-lifetime dogs and more.

Greg and Adam sit down and chat about upcoming gear, existing products, share some laughs, plans, and stories!

In this episode of STAGR Cast, we sit down with Jeremiah Gracie, a well-established Licensed Dog Tracker from Lincoln, Vermont. Jeremiah takes us deep into the world of using tracking dogs to recover deer, moose, and bear — sharing the ins and outs, best practices, and valuable lessons learned from countless recoveries. We cover: ✅ Proper etiquette when calling in a tracker ✅ The do's and don'ts of working with a tracking dog ✅ How the dogs pick up and follow a scent trail ✅ Ideal conditions for tracking ✅ The background and training that goes into making a great tracking dog ✅ Crazy recovery stories and memorable moments This episode is packed with actionable information and stories you won't forget — a must‑listen for any hunter who wants to understand the role a tracker and dog can play when the shot doesn't go as planned. If you're in need of a tracker this season, you can reach Jeremiah Gracie at 802‑349‑4587.

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/QhKrsr9psT0 On this episode Hal and Lee sit down with Bob Howe to talk about all the great work he does bringing the healing powers of outdoor pursuits to our veterans.

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NR8U7qFlDXM Join your host Brandon Lane, current president of the Maine Professional Guides Association, as he talks with legendary Maine guides Don Dudley and Donnie Helstrom about the history of guiding in Maine, the MPGA and great stories from the woods and waterways going back decades. 

Pull up a chair in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/h3dZlLYeWAw On this episode Hal and Lee address a common question about what ethical shooting means in the big woods, and then talk about some of the crazy situations they put their trucks through. 

Greg and Adam Chat with Nathan Wilbur, our second Canadian guest and first from New Brunswick, Nathan talks about his role in expanding New Brunswicks season so its better aligned for deer tracking and gives big woods hunters more opportunities, he shares so stories, insights , and more!

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HCsTFRF9JSw On this episode Brandon sits down with Noah Gilbert to talk about how the next generation of guides are not to be underestimated. Noah already has a lifetime of great experience and stories from the north woods. The future is bright. 

Greg and Adam get caught caught up on what's been going on this spring. From shed hunting to turkey hunting and a few laughs in between.

Pull up a chair in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMY1IPZnLwg In this episode, Hal and Lee dive into their go-to guns and ammo setups for hunting the Big Woods. From rifle preferences to bullet performance in dense cover, they break down what works—and why. If you're gearing up for your next big woods hunt, don't miss this one! Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code ‘BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL    

Pull up a chair in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Re0GaDQk34  Join Hal and Lee as they talk about what makes the Big Woods the Big Woods. They cover where you can find them, different terrain features and food sources, and how to fine tune your hunting strategy when you get there. Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code ‘BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL 

In this episode, we follow one Scott Gaillard's real-world journey from curious beginner to accomplished deer tracker. Through raw stories, hard lessons, and insights from seasoned hunters, this episode dives into the diverse journey by which hunters find their ways to the big woods. Whether you're a seasoned outdoorsman or just setting out, join the adventure one story at a time! Enjoy!#deertracking #deerhunting #getoutsideitsgoodforthesoul

Pull up a chair in camp and watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/x44wqrAFtOM Join Hal and Lee as they sit down with Caleb Lewis of Allagash Antlers. Caleb does a lot of shed hunting with his dogs and has turned it into a thriving business. He also filmed the most famous moose charge on the internet and has some great stories and perspectives on the differences in topography, vegetation and deer behavior where he hunts. 

Pull up a chair in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/nSTiwpDusJY Hal and Lee sit down with Scott to talk about becoming a big woods hunter, the peak and decline of the 7600, upcoming BWB videos and more on this episode of the podcast. Check out Scott's 2024 Maine hunt here: https://youtu.be/Snlupw1gqtA  

The guys chat with Jeff Doyle on his 2024 deer season, winter kill, and some good stories.

Pull up a chair with Hal and Lee and watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/1igJJQR7ZeI Hal and Lee head north to meet with great guests like Brandon Lane. Brandon is the President of the Maine Professional Guides Association, and he and his wife own and operate Allagash Guide Service. They have all kinds of wild adventures up there, and you'll hear quite a few on this episode. We hope you enjoy it. 

Pull up a chair in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4fWa--Lx-2o Join Hal and Lee as they sit down with Paul from Maine Outdoor Enthusiast to swap some great hunting stories, talk about their favorite gear, where the bucks are, preserving our hunting heritage and much more! Check out Paul's podcasts at www.maineoutdoorenthusiast.com

Pull up a chair in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0txreG1XHBg On this episode Hal and Lee sit down with Brian and Cassie of Maine Wild Harvest Co and talk about living the Big Woods lifestyle, including hunting, fishing, trapping and foraging. 

Take a seat in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/c_efdsvwrZo In this episode Hal and Lee open up with some heartfelt stories of the men who raised them and showed them the ways of life and the Big Woods.      Learn more about hunting the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code ‘BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Tracking deer on snow is the dream, but bare ground hunting is often our reality! Join Hal and Lee as they talk about strategies and tactics for success on bare ground in the Big Woods, with some great stories, tips, tricks and secrets.  Learn more about hunting the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code ‘BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Welcome to the new and improved Big Woods Bucks Podcast! Join Hal and Lee as they talk about the history of Big Woods Bucks, our past, present and future, and of course swap deer stories that made them want to wrap their muzzleloaders around a tree! Learn more about hunting the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code ‘BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Buck knife: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL  

·        Join Hal & Joe with team members, Bob Dunbar & Brad Willey as they discuss o   Wrap up of 3rd & 4th week at the lodge o   3rd week 9 bucks on the pole with 1 miss o   Hal said he think statewide success rate is 15% but up North it is 5% o   Joe's buck story for 2024 o   Observation of why horns were good size for age of deer o   Brad states – “Easy to get discourage if you don't have the right frame of mind” o   Kids need to learn but they don't realize they might have to fail to figure it out o   Hal likes to judge success of hunt on??? Head over to the Big Woods Bucks website to learn how to track and hunt the big woods: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/ ·        Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: ·        Jacket: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-hunting-jack ·        Pack: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-mid-size-fanny-pack ·        Gloves: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/bwb-wool-hunting-gloves ·        Pants: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-lightweight-hunting-pants ·        Cape: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-zippered-orange-cape    ·        Click link to the BWB ADK Hunt Podcast ·        Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax ·        Mapping - Get 20% Off New onX Hunt Premium or Elite Memberships! Use promo code: BWB https://www.onxmaps.com/