Podcasts about food plots

Holy smokes it's September. All this time waiting and enduring the endless summer days and all of the sudden we are back in action. The dove opener is this weekend, velvet season will be open soon, along with elk, and a whole lot more. To top it all off, we have a week's worth of news to catch up on. New boat ramps being installed, more explanation on the roadless rule, and the new news about the Trump Administration supposedly putting together a land swap involving part of Yosemite National Park. Also, Jordan fills us in with what he learned in a recent deer management clinic. Check it out!Contact us here: thestlpod@gmail.com To find us on YouTube click here:https://www.youtube.com/@STLshow-podFor more on AgUp click here:https://www.agup.com/ For Rolling Thunder Game Calls click here:https://rollingthundergamecalls.com/To schedule with Dickerson Contracting click here:https://dickersonllc.com/

Send us Fan MailAlex Rutledge and Redbone kick things off with car-show stories from the Tri-Five Nationals and a look at the NFL preseason before welcoming turkey-hunting legend Eddie Salter, calling in from the hospital while supporting his wife Julie. Eddie shares decades of food-plot wisdom — soil testing, seed blends, and keeping deer from getting spooked off your property — plus the story behind his 18-year bow camp fundraiser for his church. The show wraps with a bonus segment of Eddie's smoked deer meat and grilled pizza recipes.Chapters added:0:00 Cold Open: Food Plot Tips & Eagle Seed1:17 Show Intro1:30 Tri-Five Nationals Car Show Story5:13 NFL Preseason & Local Fishing Tournaments8:40 Teasing Eddie Salter Interview9:50 Eddie Salter Joins: Food Plot Basics15:56 Eddie Salter's Bow Camp Fundraiser20:18 Bow Camp Deer Management & Scouting Tips28:24 Soil Testing & Food Plot Fertilizing Advice38:23 Show Wrap-Up & Sign-Off39:22 Bonus Segment: Eddie Salter's RecipesBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Missouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

Jacob and Eric catch up with Luke Resop, PhD student in the MSU Deer Lab, to discuss food plots. They cover the basics of cool-season food plots and what you can do to increase your chances of success. Check out the MSU Deer Lab's online seminar series (here) and select the Natural Resources option from the Categories drop-down menu. You will need to create an account to view the seminars. The seminars are free unless you are seeking professional educational credits. Also, be sure to visit our YouTube channel (here)

This week we are joined in the studio by Al Tomechko of VitalizeSeed to talk everything FOOD PLOTS! Specifically how you can be successful with your first ever fall food plot! Deer season is right around the corner and were hard at work getting prepared!

Send us Fan MailAlex Rutledge and co-host Mike Race sit down with Brad Doyle of Eagle Seed to break down everything you need to know about getting your food plots ready for fall — soil testing, crop rotation, battling johnsongrass, and Eagle Seed's brand-new Fieldcraft blend built for 2,4-D spraying. Plus fishing tournament results, an NFL/MLB check-in, a Ted Nugent conservation story from the Legends of the Outdoors Hall of Fame, and a bonus segment on cooking wild game with a pellet grill.0:00 – Intro & Theme Song1:01 – Show Open & Current Events9:04 – Food Plot Interview with Brad Doyle – Part 118:18 – Food Plot Interview with Brad Doyle – Part 235:35 – Show Wrap-Up36:35 – Bonus Segment: Cooking Wild Game43:09 – Outro SongLink for Transcript:https://www.buzzsprout.com/680042/19681320-food-plotting-secrets-with-brad-doyle-from-eagle-seed/transcriptMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

Habitat Podcast #398 - In today's episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Lincoln Rohn! We discuss: -Lincoln pulled about 50 stumps out of an acre-and-a-half plot near Free Soil and left three on purpose. -Why Lincoln leaves stumps and pine pods standing in a plot — deer hold to structure the way bass do. -The stump bucket serration that laid Lincoln's knee open, and why he pulled his pant leg down and kept cutting. -Lincoln walked into his cabin carport this spring and found $100,000 of equipment in a foot of water. -Why Lincoln will not warranty a food plot install, and what he offers a client instead when it won't rain. -The raccoon killing spree that brought his turkey flock back — and created a brand new plot problem. -How $4 gas and the strikes in Iran shut off Packer Maxx website sales for ten straight days. -The standalone crimper drum that slipped to spring, and why Lincoln refuses to release it early. -Lincoln's read on Michigan's recreational feeding law: no CWD risk at 100 yards, a crisis at 101. -Why Lincoln believes a one-buck rule gets more does shot, and the $4.2 million grant he can't ignore. And So Much More! Shop the New Native Seed Collection from Vitalize Seed here: https://vitalizeseed.com/collections/vitalize-native-product-line Use Code HABITAT26 and Get Your Plot Blaster Here: https://plotblaster.com/ PATREON - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon - Habitat Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon - Habitat Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/hplatitude⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Midwest Lifestyle Properties - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Down Burst Seeders - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/downburstseeders⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 10% code: HP10 Morse Nursery - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/MorseTrees⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 10% off w/code: HABITAT10 Packer Maxx - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ $25 off with code: HPC25 First Lite - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LAND PLANS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/2uhoqOO⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – info@habitatpodcast.com Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email us: info@habitatpodcast.com habitat management / deer habitat / food plots / hinge cut / food plot Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ info@habitatpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailHost Alex Rutledge sits down with Harold Monk Sr., Daryl Monk, and Cole Eggemeyer of Wise Eye Technologies for a wide-ranging conversation covering the origin story of the family-run trail camera company — from a rundown warehouse to an old church to a growing 30-employee operation. They dig into the No Glow and DC2 camera lines, ranch/property monitoring uses, setup tips and camera placement strategy, plus current events (the Legends of the Outdoors Hall of Fame, the St. Louis Cardinals, and high school football season). The crew also recaps a smallmouth fishing trip on the Current River and trades fried fish and fish fry recipes to close out the show.Chapters:0:00 Intro (No Glow Camera & Eagle Seed ads)Show Open & Current EventsMonk Family History & Fishing RecapCamera Tips & The Monk Story ContinuesFavorite Cameras & Camera Setup TipsRecipes & Wrap-UpClosing ThemeMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

What does it take to turn your ground into a productive whitetail habitat? In this episode we are joined by Brett Smith from Whitetail Land Management Services. Brett breaks down the fundamentals of whitetail habitat, from bedding and food sources to access, hunting pressure, timber management, and everything in between. We talk about the biggest mistakes landowners and hunters make, tactics and strategies for hunting mature bucks, and what it actually takes to create habitat that keeps those mature bucks on your ground. Whether you're managing hundreds of acres, hunting a small parcel, or simply trying to make the ground you have better, this conversation is packed with practical information you can put to work. Great deer don't happen by accident—and better hunting starts with a better understanding of habitat.Fall Obsession Podcast is sponsored by:Hoot Camo Company (https://hootcamo.com/) - use code "fallobsession15" to save with HootBear River Archery (https://www.bearriverarchery.com/) - use code "fallobsession" when shopping online with Bear RiverTactacam Reveal Cameras (https://www.tactacam.com/)The Outdoor Call Radio App (https://www.theoutdoorcallradio.com/)

Fall is right around the corner, which means it's time to talk food plots, big bucks, and getting ready for deer season!In this episode of the Minnesota Rackstars Hunting Podcast, we dive into our plans and strategies for fall food plots, and tackle one of the most controversial topics in the hunting world right now: drones.When does technology become an unfair advantage? Are drones simply another hunting tool, or do they cross an ethical line? And where should hunters—and the hunting community—draw that line?We also share thoughts on food plot preparation, deer movement, hunting Wisconsin, and what we're looking forward to this fall.

Send us Fan MailAlex Rutledge and Redbone are live from K-Country 95 in Thayer, Missouri for a packed episode of American Roots Outdoors. In Segment 1, they cover local current events: King of the River tournament results, Cardinals and Royals baseball frustrations, high school football Jamboree prep, and a big conversation about Missouri potentially losing both its NFL teams. Segment 2 dives deep into strategies for locating mature bucks — food sources, water holes, Wiseye camera networks, glassing, and tapping local farmers for intel. Segment 3 covers pre-season preparations: food plot management, soil pH, no-till drilling, mineral sites, and getting your 12 Point Hunting Blinds placed early. Segment 4 wraps with Legends of the Outdoors Hall of Fame news (Tommy Garner & Ted Nugent), rifle practice tips using Hornady ammo, ethical shot placement, and archery prep. The bonus segment features Redbone's weekend BBQ smoker adventure and the Cave City Watermelon Festival. Powered by Wise Eye Technologies, Eagle Seed, 12 Point Hunting Blinds, Spandau Arms, and Hornady Ammunition.Chapter markers added (24 total) and ♪ symbols placed before and after each music segment:♪ Show Intro – 1:35Show Open & Segment 1: Current Events – 1:50King of the River Fishing Tournament Results – 3:18Cardinals & Royals Baseball Talk – 4:54High School Football & Local Sports – 6:51Missouri's Losing Its Pro Football Teams – 8:25♪ Break 1 – 10:52Segment 2: How to Find Mature Bucks – 11:46Food & Water Sources for Deer – 12:26Scouting Techniques: Cameras, Glassing & Locals – 14:15♪ Break 2 – 18:54Segment 3: Deer Season Preparations – 19:43Food Plot Management: Mowing, Spraying & Soil pH – 21:0712 Point Hunting Blinds: Placement & Setup – 23:15Using Wiseye Cameras to Pattern Bucks – 25:07Deer Hunting Ethics & Property Respect – 28:07♪ Break 3 – 29:01Segment 4: Rifle Prep, Legends Hall of Fame & Closing – 29:47Legends of the Outdoors Hall of Fame: Tommy Garner & Ted Nugent – 30:52Rifle Practice & Hunting Prep with Hornady Ammo – 33:31Bullet Placement & Harvesting Tips – 36:00Bonus Segment: BBQ Recipes & Cave City Watermelon Festival – 39:24River Masters Elite Series Tournament Preview – 45:45♪ Show Outro – 47:19Missouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

With 45-60 days I talk last minute adjustments you can make to improve specific hunting areas and locations. I cover Food Plots, Scrapes, Rubs, Water holes. Trail Clearings, Stand Set Ups, and the September Shift. Hope ya'll enjoy!

In this episode of Maximize Your Hunt, host Jon Teater discusses various strategies for improving hunting properties through effective land management and habitat improvement. He emphasizes the importance of nutritional suitability in deer diets, the role of photosynthesis in plant health, and the benefits of using perennial plants for soil health. Additionally, he explores the effects of wind on plant growth and food plot design, and shares insights on community engagement and future directions for the podcast.   Takeaways Shooting does early in the season is beneficial. Nutritional suitability is crucial for deer diets. Corn should be viewed as an additive, not a staple. Photosynthesis is essential for plant health and ecosystem energy. Perennial plants are superior for carbon deposition in soil. Wind can impact plant growth positively and negatively. Sugar can be used to enhance soil health effectively. Diversity in food plots can improve deer attraction. Understanding plant interactions is key to habitat management. Community engagement is important for sharing knowledge.   Tags hunting, land management, habitat improvement, deer nutrition, food plots, photosynthesis, soil health, community engagement, wildlife management, hunting strategies   Social Links https://whitetaillandscapes.com/ https://www.facebook.com/whitetaillandscapes/ https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_landscapes/?hl=en Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us Fan MailAlex Rutledge and Redbone sit down with Kenny Zuspan of First Class Whitetails to break down soil testing, food plot placement, and pH strategy ahead of deer season. Kenny details his $100,000 Whitetail Challenge, shares stories from professional poker tournaments, and closes with a bonus segment of his favorite deer meat recipes.Chapters (24 added):0:00 Soil Sample Collection 101 · 0:29 Eagle Seed Smorgasbord Food Plot · 1:12 Show Intro & Theme Song · 1:47 Meet Kenny Zuspan of First Class Whitetails · 3:35 Sports Talk: Reds, Cardinals & Red Sox · 6:23 Kenny's Background & $100K Challenge Teaser · 6:46 Ripley County Fair & King of the River · 8:45 Break: Theme Song & Sponsor · 9:48 Kenny's Roots, Coon Hunting & Poker · 11:48 First Class Whitetails Operation Explained · 12:19 Inside the $100,000 Whitetail Challenge · 17:12 Youth & Ladies Teams · 18:13 Break: Theme Song & Sponsors · 19:23 Season Prep & Guiding Experience · 20:09 Soil Testing Deep Dive · 23:00 Army Worm Warning · 26:05 Break: Theme Song · 27:01 Food Plot Placement Strategy · 30:26 Soil pH & Food Plot Diversity · 33:43 12-Point Blinds & Wise Eye Success · 35:44 Closing Thoughts & Theme Song · 36:21 Outro & Sponsor · 37:20 Bonus Segment: Kenny's Deer Recipes · 45:16 Closing Theme SongMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

Send us Fan MailHillbilly hard work meets Major League dreams. 18-year-old Brady Smith joins American Roots Outdoors fresh off being drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 2025 MLB Draft. Alongside his parents Brad and Erica and younger brother Bryn, Brady shares the emotional story of draft day, the years of grinding that got him there, and why he chose the pros over college ball at Wichita State. The Smith family also opens up about their Ozarks roots, faith, and love of hunting and fishing on the Current River — plus a full breakdown of how to clean and fry up a mess of suckers.Chapters:0:00 — Intro & Sponsor Messages0:59 — Show Open: Cardinals & Brewers Talk2:18 — Meet Brady Smith and Family3:26 — Draft Day Story6:08 — Brady's Baseball Journey9:56 — Who Is Brady Smith18:14 — College Path & Cardinals Snub19:20 — Hunting and Fishing with the Smiths27:39 — Faith, Family, and the Future35:07 — College vs. Pro Debate37:06 — Closing Thoughts38:36 — Bonus Segment: Cooking Suckers42:40 — Wrap-Up & Sign-OffMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

FOOD PLOT WEEK IS HERE... or will be soon! Here are some of our Favorite Food Plot seed blends, hunting strategies, and locations from the past and present. We hope you enjoy this podcast and be sure to drop any questions you have about food plots! Also, be sure to check out the killer deals over at https://www.IllusionSystems.com for all of your food plot seed and fertilizer needs!

Many hunters make the same mistake every summer—they plant their fall food plots too early. This week, Don Higgins and Terry Peer discuss what they discovered while checking food plots in southern Illinois after weeks of heavy rain and mature Johnsongrass infestations. Topics include: • When to actually plant fall food plots • How weather changes your planting strategy • Mature Johnsongrass control in soybeans • Why bigger food plots aren't always better • Business advice from Don Higgins • Listener submitted questions • Fruit trees, doe management, habitat design and more Whether you're planting Real World Wildlife Products, clover, cereal grains or brassicas, this episode will help you avoid costly mistakes before deer season. Subscribe for new episodes every week. Chasing Giants TV Sponsors: Real World Wildlife Products Asio Gear Chasing Giants Podcast Sponsors: Asio Gear Real World Wildlife Products Hawke Optics Novix Outdoors Midwest Land Group 360 Hunting Blinds Mike's Mighty Micros Gingerich Tree Farms TagOut Technique Grubb Implement Brenton USA Mathews Archery Victory GMC & Auto Group Wildlife Farming WiseEye Technologies Chasing Assurance Podcast Sponsors: Heartwood Planning Group WiseEye Technologies Coonless Feeders Green Prairie Seed Company © 2026 Chasing Giants Podcast. All rights reserved. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests and hosts during this episode are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Chasing Giants, our sponsors, advertising partners, affiliates, or associated organizations. This interview is presented for informational purposes and to encourage respectful discussion. Copyright Notice: Any unauthorized reproduction, rebroadcast, redistribution, recording, or use of this audio or video, in whole or in part, without the express written consent of Chasing Giants LLC is strictly prohibited.

Send us Fan MailYour food plot doesn't need to be perfect, but it does need a plan. We're joined by Neil Connors, a hunter with a wall full of whitetail proof, to talk about how he builds plots from rough timber ground and keeps them producing through dry summers, acidic soil, and real-life time limits. Lane Lewis and Dalton Patterson jump in throughout with their own hard-earned lessons, and we keep it focused on what you can actually do this season.We dig into the stuff that moves the needle: buckwheat as a fast-growing draw that also builds organic matter, clover management that hinges on mowing timing, and why winter rye can be a secret weapon for both feed and cover. We also talk about screening tactics like Egyptian wheat or milo, how much sunlight different plants really need, and why preserving topsoil and moisture matters more than chasing “magic” blends.From there we get honest about inputs and prep. Neil explains liquid lime as a quick pH boost and why liquid fertilizer can be more efficient than granular. We also talk weed pressure, no-till attempts, and using glyphosate responsibly when it's the right tool. Then we shift into early-season scouting decisions: cell cam subscriptions, when summer inventory matters, how mineral sites actually help, and why big bucks don't always show where you expect them.We wrap with hunting setups and woodsmanship: ladder stands versus ground blinds, saddles and climbers, mock scrapes, and a few unconventional attractants that have produced real results. If you enjoy deer hunting strategy, food plot planning, whitetail scouting, and preseason preparation, this one is packed. Subscribe, share it with a hunting buddy, and leave a review so more hunters can find the show.Check us out on Facebook  Hunts On Outfitting, or myself Ken Marr. Reach out and  Tell your hunting buddies about the podcast if you like it, Thanks!

Send us Fan MailAlex Rutledge and Redbone sit down with Shane Wagner of Wagner Heating and Air for a wide-ranging conversation covering his roots in West Plains, Missouri, how he learned the HVAC trade hands-on, and tips for maintaining your split air units. Shane also opens up about his passion for whitetail and turkey hunting using Wise Eye trail cameras, his approach to deer management on the family farm, and his side gig coaching high school basketball at Koshkonong. Stick around for the bonus segment where Shane shares his favorite deer meat recipes. Plus, Cardinals baseball talk and Chiefs updates to kick things off.Chapters & Timestamps:0:00 – Show Open & Food Plot Tips1:04 – Welcome to American Roots Outdoors3:08 – Cardinals Baseball Talk4:16 – Chiefs & Travis Kelce5:39 – Shane Wagner Joins the Show7:31 – Shane's Roots & Heating Business10:17 – Certifications & Career Advice14:00 – Deer Hunting & Wise Eye Cameras19:44 – Sanctuary & Deer Management21:59 – Split Air Unit Maintenance Tips25:37 – Why Mini Splits Are Popular28:06 – Rifles & Long Range Shooting28:44 – Coaching High School Basketball32:37 – Bonus: Cooking Deer Meat35:45 – Invitation to Hunt & Closing Thoughts36:47 – OutroMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

In this episode of the Missouri Woods & Water Podcast, host Nate Thomas interviews Caleb Huckaba of Whitetail Hill about the essentials of food plot management, including warm season blends, late-season brassicas, waterfowl, and upland bird plots, as well as his expertise in mass-producing deer-friendly trees. Whether you're a seasoned land manager or a weekend hunter looking to improve property sustainability, Caleb shares invaluable tips and resources. Main Topics: Effective food plot selections for various seasons and wildlife needs The versatility of summer bulk and waterfowl blends for deer and waterfowl The importance of variety in brassicas to improve deer utilization How to use no-till planting and shade-tolerant options for small or hidden plots Fast-growing, quality trees for long-term habitat improvement, including chestnuts, persimmons, and crab apples The process of ordering, planting, and maintaining trees with Whitetail Hill, and the educational resources they offer Check out the MWW Website for store, partner discounts, and more!!! Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel!!!   Whitetail Hill HUXWRX Athlon Optics OnX:  Use code MWW20 for 20% off Huntworth Gear:  Use code MWW15 for 15% off Morrell Targets:  Use code MISSOURIWOODS20 for 20% off on Morrell Center Punch V36 Alps Outdoorz: Use code 2026WOODSWATER for 30% off  Arrow Dynamics Stealth Cam

Dylan goes through the food plot basics and what you can do to minimize dollars spent on seed, equipment, and time. We also cover how to effectively hunt these plots and how to keep them from being a nocturnal only gathering spot. Hope it helps!

Send us Fan MailAlex Rutledge and Redbone dive into the best fishing streams of the Ozarks — Current River, Jack's Fork, Gasconade, Eleven Point, and more — sharing trout fishing stories, smallmouth tales, and grilling tips, alongside Cardinals/Royals talk, World Cup soccer, and shoutouts to sponsors Eagle Seed, 12 Point Hunting Blinds, Wiseye Technologies, Spandow/Spandau Arms, and Hornady Ammunition.Chapter markers:Trout Fishing Stories & Studio Banter (0:00)Eagle Seed Food Plot Segment (0:53)Studio Intro & Cardinals/Royals Talk (1:30)World Cup Soccer Talk (3:21)Ozark Streams Preview & Father's Day Stories (5:18)Segment 2: Ozark River Streams (10:14)Spandow Firearms Ad (19:42)Segment 3: 12 Point Blinds & Eleven Point River (20:00)Segment 4: River Streams Continued (28:49)Spandau Guns & Grilling Recipes (37:47)Closing Remarks & Sign-off (45:16)Outro Song: American Roots Theme (46:29)Missouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

Send us Fan MailThis week on American Roots Outdoors, Alex Rutledge and Redbone sit down with special guest Travis Smith — turkey hunting enthusiast, former Missouri legislator, and lifelong outdoorsman. From growing up in West Plains and working for the Atlanta Hawks/Braves, to coaching football, raising grandkids, and chasing gobblers with his grandfather's old shotgun, Travis shares stories about faith, family, and life in the Ozarks. Plus: Fourth of July safety tips, Cardinals talk, tick-borne illness and controlled burns, and a bonus segment on smoking meats and wild blackberry recipes.Chapters:0:00 — Intro & Eagle Seed Ad1:34 — Show Open & Current Events1:47 — Who Is Travis Smith?11:28 — Travis's Background & Family17:02 — Faith & Public Service21:10 — Turkey Hunting Stories24:49 — Guns, Ticks & Controlled Burns29:57 — Football Coaching Journey33:47 — Farmer's Market & Community Talk36:11 — Wrap-Up & Where to Follow Travis40:32 — Bonus Segment: 250th Birthday & Recipes42:24 — Smoking Meat & Blackberries48:10 — Closing Thoughts & OutroMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

Send us Fan MailAlex Rutledge, Redbone, and special guest Cole Legman from WiseEye Technologies discuss why running trail cameras year-round is essential for hunters, farmers, and property owners. Topics include new WiseEye features (DC2 live streaming, population studies via Hunt Control), law enforcement and government camera uses, security applications, the Ranch Plus subscription plan, CWD and tick research, Eagle Seed food plots, and off-season land management. The bonus segment features fish recipes including redfish boulets, Italian dressing marinades, and Louisiana-style catfish.Chapter Markers:0:00 – Intro & Show Open2:06 – Meet Cole Legman – WiseEye Marketing Team3:43 – Current Events: Baseball & Sports Talk5:36 – NFL Contracts vs. Military Pay Debate10:06 – Segment 2: Why Run Cameras Year-Round?12:24 – Cameras for Security, Law Enforcement & Wildlife Monitoring13:57 – CWD, Ticks & Ivermectin Research Discussion17:12 – Segment 3: Cameras, Food Plots & Off-Season Monitoring27:13 – Segment 4: Farmers & Ranchers Using WiseEye Cameras30:57 – Ranch Plus Plan & Subscription Options32:06 – Camera Placement & Security Tips38:30 – Bonus Segment: Fish Recipes & Cooking TipsMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

In this episode of Maximize Your Hunt, the host discusses various strategies for improving hunting properties through effective land management and habitat improvement. The conversation covers the importance of cooperation among plants, innovative pruning techniques, and the integration of pioneer species to enhance soil health and biodiversity. The host also shares insights from a master class and emphasizes the significance of designing optimal habitats for deer, ultimately aiming to create a sustainable and productive environment for both wildlife and hunters. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the intricacies of tree planting, pruning techniques, and the importance of creating healthy ecosystems for wildlife, particularly deer. They discuss the significance of timing in pruning, the tools that can be used, and the ecological principles that govern successful land management. The conversation also touches on the role of pioneer species in establishing a thriving habitat and the practical steps one can take to improve deer habitat on their property. Additionally, the speakers highlight the importance of sustainable practices in the nursery business and the benefits of using simple tools like machetes for efficient land management. takeaways The podcast focuses on maximizing hunting properties through land management. Master classes provide hands-on learning experiences for advanced hunting strategies. Cooperation among plants can enhance soil health and biodiversity. Pruning techniques are essential for maintaining tree health and productivity. Integrating pioneer species can improve soil conditions for fruit trees. Pruning can induce new growth and vigor in surrounding plants. Designing habitats with diverse plant species benefits wildlife. High-density plantings can create optimal conditions for deer. Understanding plant relationships is crucial for effective land management. Intensive habitat management can reclaim degraded landscapes. Planting trees can reclaim degraded agricultural land. Pruning is essential for tree health and productivity. Timing of pruning affects tree growth and vigor. Branches contain a high percentage of tree nutrients. Using simple tools can be effective for land management. High-density plantings can reduce vole damage. Creating diverse habitats attracts more wildlife. Pioneer species are crucial for soil health. Establishing a nursery can support sustainable practices. Effective land management benefits both wildlife and humans.   Social Links https://whitetaillandscapes.com/ https://www.facebook.com/whitetaillandscapes/ https://www.instagram.com/whitetail_landscapes/?hl=en Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us Fan MailAlex Rutledge and Redbone dive into everything you need to know about Ozarks river fishing — from post-spawn smallmouth behavior to bait selection, color theory, and reading river conditions. They also catch up on local tournament results, upcoming events, a Hannah Harper concert recap, and the hottest sports stories of the week. Stick around for the bonus segment where Alex and Redbone share their go-to fish recipes straight from the riverbank.Chapter Markers & Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Pre-Spawn Fishing Tips1:48 – Current Events & Tournament Results4:47 – Hannah Harper Concert & Sports Talk11:23 – Segment 2: River Fishing – Where to Find Fish20:24 – Segment 3: Topwater Baits, Colors & Crankbaits28:31 – Segment 4: Jerk Baits, Storm Fishing & Wrap-Up38:20 – Bonus Segment: Fish RecipesMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

Send us Fan MailThis week on American Roots Outdoors, host Alex Rutledge and Redbone Rick sit down with 2024 RiverMasters Elite Series Classic Champion Rick York to break down everything you need to know about chasing river smallmouth bass in the Ozarks. Rick shares how these fish think like predators, where they hold in current, what they eat, and exactly how to present your baits to trigger strikes — from down baits and tube jigs to crankbaits and spinnerbaits. We also cover current events, the CRSA tournament results, Missouri's Free Fishing Weekend, and the first 2026 RiverMasters Elite Series tournament at Doniphan. Plus, stay for the bonus segment featuring fish fry recipes, a trout fishing report from the Eleven Point River, and more fun with the crew.Chapter Markers added:1:18 – Welcome & Current Events10:42 – Meet Rick York – 2024 RiverMasters Classic Champion19:09 – River Smallmouth: Behavior, Habitat & Diet27:53 – Smallmouth Fishing Techniques & Lure Presentation35:39 – Wrap-Up & River Masters Tournament Preview37:32 – Bonus: Recipes, Trout Fishing & Tournament TalkMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

Michael is joined by Cary Tonioli of Wildlife Farming to discuss new equipment that can make property work and food plot management easier. They also share the must-know tips for improving your food plots and drawing in more deer, turkeys, and wildlife.

Send us Fan Mail Alex Rutledge and Redbone sit down with Chef Corey Freeman — a Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef, apple orchard owner, and passionate hunter on a mission to harvest a wild turkey in all 49 states. Corey shares what it was like cooking at turkey camp alongside Tyler Farr, breaks down his Japanese-inspired wild turkey karaage don, apple cider glazed pork chops, and fire-grilled tomahawk steaks and wagyu. He talks about the pressures of hunting public land, the art of sounding different than every other hunter in the woods, and why slowing down — especially in the woods with his four-year-old daughter — has become his greatest harvest. Plus: a big announcement about turkey camps with Tyler Farr, and a bonus segment with Corey's smoked ricotta quail egg ravioli recipe straight from Italy.1:46 – Show Open & Local News10:01 – Meet Chef Corey Freeman – Hunting Chef Chasing 49 States10:29 – Taher Food Service & Cooking from Scratch in Schools16:35 – Apple Cider Glazed Pork Chop Recipe19:59 – Turkey Camp with Tyler Farr – Karaage Don & Tomahawk Steaks27:26 – Turkey Hunting Tactics & The Chase for 49 States30:08 – Best Hunt of the Spring – Corey's Daughter & Two-State Day33:03 – Turkey Camps with Tyler Farr Announcement39:55 – Bonus Segment – Smoked Ricotta Quail Egg Ravioli RecipeMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we are joined by Riley Arnold of Domain Outdoor to discuss the fundamentals of building a successful food plot for deer. Riley is the national sales and marketing manager for Domain and has years of experience planting food plots.  Riley shares his insights on selecting the right seed blends, proper seed rates, and the importance of thorough plot preparation before planting. We also cover late-season food sources that perform under heavy snow, the benefits of crop rotation and multi-year food plot planning, and how Domain has grown from just 6 dealers to more than 3,200 locations nationwide. To wrap things up, Riley breaks down Domain's online property consulting program and how it can help landowners maximize the potential of their hunting properties. This is a great conversation on how you can take your food plots to the next level. Enjoy the show! *New Episodes Drop Every Wednesday* Connect with WhitetailDNA: Subscribe to the YouTube Channel Follow us on Instagram & Facebook Visit the WhitetailDNA Website Shop  WhitetailDNA Merch The WhitetailDNA Podcast is Presented By: Pnuma Outdoors - Save 20% (code: WDNA20) Woodhaven Calls - Save 10% (code: WNDA10) Tactacam Reveal Cameras  Custom Archery & Outdoors Hoyt Archery OnX Hunt Plot Blaster Domain Outdoor Vortex Optics HHA Kifaru

In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we are talking food plot details for success - part 2 with our seed and plot expert Brian Haynes. We are addressing why plots fail, really a wide variety of things that will keep yours from failing, and help you to dial in the nuances of a great whitetail food plot. We discuss how to get immediate screening cover - essential for low intrusion hunting that I preach, lime products and a big SCAM to watch out for, the fertilizer solution - how to do it without breaking the bank, and practical weed control solutions.. and more!• Get a Smart Land & Hunting Plan HERE: https://deeriq.com/land-and-hunting-plans/• Take the Deer IQ Test 360 HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/______________________________________________** Season 3 Quiz: https://deeriq.com/season-3-quiz/ __________________________________________GENERAL INFO about ALL Deer IQ Resources HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ Website: https://deeriq.com  Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762  Deer IQ  FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/  Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide:  https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/  Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/  Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon   Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/ Episode # 137Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Brian HaynesIQ ranking - 5

On this episode we catch up with Kevin VanDam, one of our favorite Gamekeepers, to learn about his turkey season and what work he is doing for the upcoming deer season. Kevin is a fervent outdoorsman and loves improving his farm for wildlife. Apparently, what he is doing is working and we all can learn from his success as well as his trial and errors. It's all about deer and turkeys.Listen, Learn and Enjoy.  If you enjoyed this Gamekeeper episode, send the guys a message and don't forget to include your contact info so we can reach you if you win a prize! Support the showStay connected with GameKeepers: Instagram: @mossyoakgamekeepers Facebook: @GameKeepers Twitter: @MOGameKeepersYouTube: @MossyOakGameKeepers Website: https://mossyoakgamekeeper.com/Enter The Gamekeeper Giveaway: https://bit.ly/GK_GiveawaySubscribe to Gamekeepers Magazine: https://bit.ly/GK_Magazine Buy a Single Issue of Gamekeepers Magazine: https://bit.ly/GK_Single_Issue  Join our Newsletters: Field Notes - https://bit.ly/GKField_Notes | The Branch - https://bit.ly/the_branchHave a question for us or a podcast idea? Email us at gamekeepers@mossyoak.com 

We would love you feed back for upcoming shows. Text us here!IN TODAYS SHOW WE DISCUSS THE BENEFITS OF A SUMMER PLANTED PLOW DOWN CROP.

Send us Fan MailAlex Rutledge and Redbone welcome Kentucky Headhunters co-founder Richard Young straight from a tomato plant run in Glasgow, Kentucky. Richard delivers a masterclass in Southern storytelling — from brother Fred's midnight tractor rides and his collection of 50 antique machines with only 4 batteries, to the band's history-making leap from a Kentucky holler to Sweden Rock Festival (opening three slots before Queen) and sold-out UK arena runs alongside Blackstone Cherry. We also get into turkey hunting on the creek, a surprise bear sighting, and cousin Johnny's electric-bike stealth hunting strategy. After Richard heads off for tomato plants, Alex breaks down a monster spring turkey season — 29 gobblers called in across five states — plus a deep dive into Missouri's #2 national turkey harvest ranking. The show wraps with a full wild turkey recipe segment: BBQ breast with Cajun Injector, brine techniques, and Chick-fil-A-style turkey nuggets. The Kentucky Headhunters play Salem, Arkansas' Fulton County Homecoming (77 years strong) this Saturday night.Chapter Markers1:29 – Intro & Kentucky Headhunters Coming to Salem, AR1:55 – Richard Young Joins: Farm Life, Fred's Tractors & Garden Stories15:04 – Kentucky Headhunters Go International: Conquering Sweden Rock & the UK24:47 – Richard's Turkey Hunt, Bears on the Farm & Electric Bike Hunting29:46 – Wrapping Up with Richard Young30:57 – Life After the Spotlight: Alex & Redbone Reflect34:00 – Alex's Spring Turkey Season: 29 Gobblers in 5 StatesMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we are joined by a food plot seed tester, someone that's been a farmer and in the food plot seed space for decades, and we look at the mistakes many plotters make, the most overrated and underrated plot seeds and just what deer would tell us about our plots if they could to take them from blah to what they crave. If you sometimes struggle with figuring out just what to plant, or getting your plots to flourish in a wide variety of locations or soil conditions, we cover all that and more in this episode.• Get a Smart Land & Hunting Plan HERE: https://deeriq.com/land-and-hunting-plans/• Take the Deer IQ Test 360 HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/______________________________________________** Season 3 Quiz: https://deeriq.com/season-3-quiz/ __________________________________________GENERAL INFO about ALL Deer IQ Resources HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ Website: https://deeriq.com  Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762  Deer IQ  FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/  Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide:  https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/  Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/  Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon   Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/ Episode # 136Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Brian HaynesIQ ranking - 5

Send us Fan MailAlex Rutledge wraps up his Turkey Tour of the Northeast, sharing stories from turkey hunts at First Class Whitetails in PA, a tough morning in Maryland with David Zook, and a close encounter on retired Eagles linebacker Trent Cole's New Jersey farm. Alex sits down live with Jason Lapp, National Sales Manager for 12 Point Hunting Blinds, at their headquarters in Gap, PA to unveil the brand-new Watchtower blind — an innovative hunting blind inspired by airport air traffic control towers. The guys also cover MLB standings, Missouri's spring turkey harvest numbers, Zook Cabins, the Hunting Plot Store's full habitat services, and cap it off with wild turkey recipes including Chick-fil-A style nuggets, smoked turkey breast, and the great Alfredo debate.Chapter Markers Added:0:00 – Intro: The Watchtower Blind Teaser1:47 – Show Opens: Live from 12 Point Hunting Blinds, Gap PA2:21 – Current Events: MLB Baseball Talk (Cardinals, Royals, Phillies)5:38 – Turkey Tour Northeast Recap: First Class Whitetails & Maryland Hunt7:35 – Missouri Spring Turkey Harvest Numbers19:31 – Segment 2: Zook Cabins & Maryland Turkey Hunt Story23:26 – Introducing the Watchtower: The New 12 Point Hunting Blind28:31 – Segment 3: 12 Point Blind Features, Warranty & Dealer Expansion40:10 – Segment 4: Wild Turkey RecipesMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

Send us Fan MailAlex Rutledge and co-host Mike "Redbone" Crase call in live from 1st Class Whitetails in Rutland, Ohio, for Turkey Camp 2026. Joining the show are hunter Jason Weekley — a former professional rodeo roper turned farrier from Florida — and digital marketing pro Sam Santorita of Sharp Line Growth Media. The crew recaps three days of grinding Ohio Easterns, including a heart-pounding morning where a big long beard came in hot at 25 yards... only to walk away with a limp (and a nickname). Plus: Cardinals and Royals baseball, the Chiefs' offseason, Missouri elk and bear permits, a Hannah Harper/American Idol shoutout, and a bonus recipe segment featuring jalapeño bacon poppers, butter-fried turkey strips, and the great air fryer debate.Chapter Markers added:0:00 – Welcome & Hunt Recap Intro3:03 – Sports Talk: Cardinals, Royals & Chiefs4:20 – High School Sports & Missouri Elk/Bear Permits8:40 – Jason Weekley – Florida Boy, Pro Rodeo & Turkey Obsession13:20 – Day 1: Six Miles & No Turkeys16:06 – Day 2: Gobblers in the Canyon & the Shot That Wasn't19:24 – Day 3 Morning: Limp Leroy & the Miss Heard 'Round Ohio26:33 – Sam's Marketing Business & Camp Wrap-Up28:20 – Farrier Life: High-End Horses vs. Yard Darts34:55 – Looking Ahead: Day 3 Evening Hunt & Closing37:57 – BONUS: Wild Turkey Recipes44:11 – Hannah Harper & American Idol Shoutout

Jeff, Zack and OG PNWild member Jacob Villasenor catch up and discuss whitetail food plots and what native browse mule deer want and when they want it! Learn how to target different food sources to be more successful finding deer while scouting and during hunting seasons.    LINKS: KUIU GEAR - https://kuiu.sjv.io/GK1o7m EXO MOUNTAIN GEAR - https://exomtngear.com?ref=4 VORTEX OPTICS - https://alnk.to/cSJYlok MARSUPIAL GEAR - https://alnk.to/5FcU7YA ZOLEO - https://tinyurl.com/428ydbua PNWILD - https://www.pnwild.com/store-snytH DEVOS OUTDOOR LIGHTING - https://rstr.co/devosoutdoor/15643 COUPON CODES: OLLIN DIGISCOPE - PNWILD CANYON COOLERS - PNWILD10 VORTEX CLOTHING - PNW20 ZOLEO SATELLITE - PNWILD (Free Activation) VELOTRIC E-BIKES - PNWildN2X01 PNWILD - YOUTUBE If you want to learn more about PNWild visit https://pnwild.com/ INSTAGRAM: @pnwild_ https://www.instagram.com/pnwild_/?hl=en FACEBOOK: / pnwild TIKTOK: @pnwild_ / pnwild_ Got questions? Send us an email! Email: contact@pnwild.com Find all PNWild Partners and Codes here: https://www.pnwild.com/partners

In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Terry Peer sits down with special guest Mike Mitchell of Mike's Mighty Micros to break down one of the most overlooked factors in plant health—micronutrients. With Don Higgins away caring for family, this episode focuses on delivering real, practical education to help you become more successful in the field. From food plots and fruit trees to gardens and flower beds, Mike shares proven strategies that can immediately improve plant growth, resilience, and overall performance. Topics covered include: When and how to spray micronutrients on clover, alfalfa, and food plots Best timing for fruit trees (and what NOT to do during bloom) How to maximize plant performance during drought conditions The truth about foliar feeding vs. traditional fertilization Common mistakes that are costing you growth and yield New product innovations for soil health and plant development If you're serious about improving your food plots, gardens, or orchard, this episode is packed with actionable advice you can apply right now. Be sure to check out Chasing Giants TV for step-by-step how-to videos referenced in this episode. Keep Don and Robin in your prayers as their family navigates this season. chasing giants podcast, food plots, deer hunting, whitetail habitat, mike mitchell mikes mighty micros, micronutrients plants, food plot tips, clover food plot, soybean food plot, deer nutrition, habitat management, fruit tree tips, growing apple trees, drought food plots, hunting land management, real world wildlife products, soil health, foliar spray plants, deer habitat improvement Sponsors: Asio Gear – www.asiogear.com Real World Wildlife Products – www.realworldwildlifeproducts.com Novix Outdoors – www.novixoutdoors.com Hawke Optics – www.hawkeoptics.com Midwest Land Group – www.midwestlandgroup.com 360 Hunting Blinds – www.360huntingblinds.com Mike's Mighty Micros – www.mikesmightymicros.com Gingerich Tree Farms – www.gingerichtreefarm.com TagOut Technique – www.tagouttechnique.com Grubb Implement – www.grubbimplement.com Vortex Optics – www.vortexoptics.com Brenton USA – www.brentonusa.com Mathews Archery – www.mathewsinc.com Victory Auto Group – www.victorykc.com Wildlife Farming – www.wildlifefarming.com WiseEye Technologies – www.wiseeyetechnologies.com DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always follow product labels and local regulations when applying any agricultural products. This content is the property of Chasing Giants LLC. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution is prohibited without written consent.

Send us Fan MailHost Alex Rutledge and Mike "Redbone" Crase is joined by country music recording artist Tyler Farr and Kentucky turkey hunter & butcher chef Tim Harris for a jam-packed episode straight from the Ozarks. They cover a tough spring turkey season in Missouri, a wild story about getting permission to hunt an elderly woman's farm — and killing a 24.5-pound gobbler within 15 minutes — plus NFL takes, local high school sports, and an upcoming benefit concert in Van Buren. Tyler shares stories about Luke Bryan's hunting habits, his Buck Commander ownership, and a classic 20-year-old memory of missing a turkey in front of Alex. Tim and Tyler also trade their best wild turkey recipes, from classic pan-fried to pickle-juice marinated strips. A true American roots conversation about faith, hunting, food, and friendship.Chapter Markers:Intro & Spring Turkey Season ReportCurrent Events: NFL, Local Sports & Cardinals TalkUpcoming Events: Whole Kids Outreach Benefit & Mae EstesSegment 2: Tim Harris – The Butcher Chef from KentuckyTim's Hunt at Alex's Camp – 3 Days in MissouriThe Permission Hunt: Elderly Lady's Farm & the Big GobblerSegment 3: Tyler Farr – Turkey Hunting & Buck CommanderTyler on Luke Bryan, Buck Commander & Tennessee HuntingSegment 4: Old Memories – Tyler's First Turkey Hunt with AlexWild Turkey Recipes: Fried, Smoked & Pickle Juice MethodShow Wrap-Up & Closing PrayerMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

Jacob and Eric discuss warm-season food plots with John Gruchy, Coordinator of the Private Lands Program for the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks. Check out the MSU Deer Lab's online seminar series (here) and select the Natural Resources option from the Categories drop-down menu. You will need to create an account to view the seminars. The seminars are free unless you are seeking professional educational credits. Also, be sure to visit our YouTube channel (here).

In this episode of the Deer IQ podcast we're with Jake Ehlinger for part 2, talking about deer property layouts that work time and again. Jake reveals:• His best food plot setups and why they work.• His "must" setup for high pressure archery plots.• How much he suggests hunting plots and why - you may be surprised.• The ONE factor he sets plots up for - how he used it to hunt them.• His favorite non-plot hunting locations & why.• Where to actually put plots on a property & how many mess this up!and more!*Jake's website: https://habitatsolutions360.com/• 2A DISPLAY PRODUCTS  (10% OFF Code "IQ" ) Here: https://www.2adisplay.com/• Get a Smart Land & Hunting Plan HERE: https://deeriq.com/land-and-hunting-plans/• Take the Deer IQ Test 360 HERE: https://deeriq.com/full-assessment/______________________________________________** Season 3 Quiz: https://deeriq.com/season-3-quiz/ __________________________________________GENERAL INFO about ALL Deer IQ Resources HERE: https://deeriq.com/services/ Website: https://deeriq.com  Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/511109237864762  Deer IQ  FREE Journal: https://deeriq.com/journal/  Pressured Public Lands Hunting Guide:  https://deeriq.com/public-land-hunting-guide/  Newsletter Signup: https://deeriq.com/signup/  Patreon - Contribute Financially to Deer IQ: https://www.patreon.com/DeerIQPatreon   Scent Control Regimen: https://deeriq.com/scentcontrol-regimen/ Episode # 134Guest: Host Adam Lewis, Jake EhlingerIQ ranking - 5

Send us Fan MailAlex Rutledge is calling in from his little red tracker deep in Missouri turkey country, joined by the one and only Bad Bob, Jimmy, and a very special mystery guest known only as "Jack." Country music artist Kevin Weldon drops in to talk about his iconic redneck hunting songs that racked up nearly a billion downloads, what he's been up to since stepping back from recording, and his big new project — a Christmas feature film called The Wishlist, set for a 2027 release. Kevin also shares a brand-new praise and worship song he's been crafting for years that he believes could go worldwide. Jack, a 78-year-old waterfowl and turkey fanatic, shares his hunting adventures, the hilarious story of a mounted deer that got revenge from the wall, and why it's never too late to chase longbeards. Plus — turkey recipes, current sports talk, field reports from a tough Missouri spring turkey season, and the usual chaos courtesy of Bad Bob and Jimmy.Chapter Markers added:1:46 – Show Open & Intro2:06 – Meet Kevin Weldon, Bad Bob & Jimmy4:39 – Current Events & Sports Talk6:53 – Turkey Hunting Struggles This Season11:05 – Kevin Weldon: Background & Redneck Hunting Songs19:03 – Kevin's New Movie: The Wishlist22:58 – Meet Jack – A Turkey Hunting Legend at 7832:56 – Kevin's New Christian Song & Spiritual Journey37:56 – Turkey Recipes & Cooking Tips40:27 – How to Find Kevin Weldon & Show Wrap-UpMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

Send us Fan MailAlex Rutledge and Red Bone are joined by special guest Richard Kraft — owner of Gelco Outdoors in Fort Smith, Arkansas — to share the story of his 11-year-old grandson Scout's successful Missouri youth Turkey hunt. After two years of near-misses, Scout finally closes the deal on a longbeard in the Missouri Ozarks. The guys break down the full hunt strategy — roosting the birds the night before, working through hung-up gobblers and seven Jakes, and finally making the right call to seal the deal. They also discuss the deep bond between a grandfather and grandson, lessons learned in the field, and why passing down the hunting tradition matters. Bonus segment: Turkey and crappie recipes plus a look inside Gelco Outdoors.Chapter Markers:0:00 – Intro & Welcome3:09 – Cardinals, Chiefs & Current Events9:05 – Scout's Story – Who Is He?17:30 – The Hunt Breakdown – Strategy & Setup23:01 – The Final Call – Closing the Deal26:47 – Grandfather & Grandson Bond35:18 – Podcast Bonus – Recipes & Gelco OutdoorsMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

Send us Fan MailAlex Rutledge and Red Bone welcome Jason Lapp, Director of Marketing and Sales for 12 Point Hunting Blinds, to talk spring Turkey season and youth hunting. They cover why a quality blind can make all the difference for young hunters, how to build their confidence in the field, and what to do when the forecast calls for rain. Plus — stick around for the bonus segment where the guys swap wild Turkey recipes including fried nuggets, brined and grilled breast, smoked Turkey, and the Chick-fil-A pickle juice secret. Also featuring Cardinals baseball talk, high school sports updates, and NIL/transfer portal debates.Sponsors: Eagle Seed, Wise Eye Technologies, 12 Point Hunting Blinds, Hornaday Ammunition, Spendo ArmsChapter Markers added:1:34 — Show Intro & Current Events (Cardinals, high school baseball/softball, college sports NIL talk)10:39 — Intro to Jason Lapp & 12 Point Hunting Blinds (Pennsylvania turkey season, blind design & features)19:32 — 12 Point Blinds for Turkey & Youth Hunting (insulation, blackout curtains, mobility, dealer info)29:38 — Youth Season, Weather Strategy & Turkey Behavior (rain hunting, safety, building kids' confidence, proper gear)38:49 — Bonus: Turkey Recipes & Cooking Tips (fried nuggets, brined & grilled, smoked breast, pickle juice brine, injection)Missouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

Jacob and Eric discuss warm-season food plots with John Gruchy, Coordinator of the Private Lands Program for the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks. Check out the MSU Deer Lab's online seminar series (here) and select the Natural Resources option from the Categories drop-down menu. You will need to create an account to view the seminars. The seminars are free unless you are seeking professional educational credits. Also, be sure to visit our YouTube channel (here).

Send us Fan MailAlex Rutledge and the American Roots Outdoors crew welcome back hillbilly barber, outdoor writer, and river conservationist Richard Whiteside from Donovan, Missouri for a packed episode. The guys kick off with a discussion on a controversial Illinois bill that would tax ammunition and require serial numbers on every round — and what it could mean for hunters across the Midwest. Then they dive deep into the 2026 spring turkey season: why gobblers are quiet, how the warm weather has pushed the breeding cycle weeks ahead, and what that means for hunters heading into youth season. Richard shares gripping stories of outsmarting pressured birds, including a gobbler that took three days to pattern, and the moment he realized sometimes you have to "deer hunt" a turkey. The crew also covers the River Master's Elite Series smallmouth bass tournament schedule, plus details on Richard's Current River County Line Trash Bash cleanup event. In the bonus segment: wild turkey recipes, raising heritage breed turkeys, a father-son hunting lesson, and a closing scripture to cap off a great show.Chapter Markers:1:26 — Show Open & Introductions3:38 — Illinois Hunting Tax Proposal7:02 — Sports Update: Cardinals, Royals & NCAA Tournament10:18 — Segment 2: Richard Whiteside on Turkey Hunting12:12 — Turkey Population & Breeding Season Observations21:57 — Segment 3: Hunting Tough Gobblers & Spur Length23:42 — Memorable Turkey Hunts & Hunting Strategy25:51 — Current River Cleanup Event39:49 — Bonus Segment: Patience, Wild Turkey Recipes & Final Stories42:40 — Wild Turkey Cooking Tips with RichardMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

Send us Fan MailAlex Rutledge and Red Bone kick off the spring Turkey season with current hunting dates for Missouri and Arkansas, then sit down with Jahred Gamez — Director of Marketing for SDS Imports and Spandau Arms — for a wide-ranging conversation about what makes Spandau shotguns the hottest value in the Turkey woods. Jared shares why affordability doesn't mean compromise, how to pattern your gun with ammo you can grab at Walmart, and his take on raising young hunters the right way. Plus, in the bonus segment, Jared shares a hilarious story about his backyard gobbler named Butterball and two delicious wild Turkey recipes. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just breaking in your first youth hunter this season, this episode is packed with practical tips and good laughs.Chapter Markers addedTimeChapter1:34 | Show Open & Current Events2:19 | Turkey Season Dates & Regulations3:27 | Introducing Jared Gamez – Spandau Arms / SDS Imports7:49 | Interview Begins: Jared Gamez on Hunting & Spandau Arms17:32 | Why Spandau Arms Is Taking the Industry by Storm20:40 | Patterning Shotguns & Affordable Ammo for Turkey Season27:00 | Tips for Hunting with Youth Hunters33:49 | Small Game Hunting to Prep Kids for Big Game39:00 | Bonus Segment: Backyard Turkeys & Butterball the Gobbler42:52 | Wild Turkey Recipes with Jared GamezMissouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

Send us Fan MailJoin hosts Alex Rutledge and Red Bone Mike Grace for an action-packed episode covering turkey hunting techniques, local sports championships, and memorable hunting stories. In this episode, Alex demonstrates advanced turkey vocalizations using multiple diaphragm calls (M150, Little Loose Lips, E250), shares expert tips on turkey behavior and breeding patterns, and recounts unforgettable hunts from Louisiana and Missouri. The hosts also discuss the Missouri and Liberty Eagles' Final Four runs, Arkansas Razorbacks' championship potential, and Kansas City Chiefs' roster moves. Plus, hear heartwarming stories about Alex's granddaughter Wren learning to turkey call at 8 months old, get details on the upcoming Craig Morgan concert, and learn a delicious wild turkey taquitos recipe. Special announcement: Congressman Jason Smith joins next week's show!Chapter Markers:Introduction & Turkey Vocalizations (0:00)Sports Roundup: Final Four & Championship Talk (1:42)Turkey Season Preview & NWTF Banquet (10:11)Wise Eye Camera Technology (11:12)Turkey Behavior & Weather Impact (11:59)Remembering Shorty - Inspiration Story (9:31)M150 Call Demonstration (16:42)Little Loose Lips Call Demo (23:04)E250 Call for Locating & Finishing (25:12)Louisiana Gator Farm Hunt Story (26:49)Linda's Turkey Hunt While Pregnant (33:24)Baby Wren Learning to Turkey Call (36:06)Wild Turkey Taquitos Recipe (41:41)Congressman Jason Smith Preview & Closing (46:18)Missouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

Send us Fan MailOregon County Commissioner Jake Parker joins Alex Rutledge to discuss the critical tax base crisis facing southern Missouri counties with large National Forest holdings. Learn how 106,000 acres of federal land in Oregon County generates minimal tax revenue, threatening local schools and infrastructure. Jake explains the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) problem, salvage timber sales at $1,100/acre, and the grassroots resolution movement to increase federal contributions from 25% to 50%. Plus: Turkey season scouting tips, Mississippi hunting stories, and Jake's authentic Louisiana crawfish boil recipe.Chapter Markers:Introduction & Local Sports Update (1:21)Meet Jake Parker - From Mississippi to Missouri (9:50)National Forest Tax Base Crisis (15:49)School Funding & PILT Payments (19:43)Impact on Communities & Resolution Movement (23:50)Turkey Hunting Season Preview (34:39)Cooking Crawfish Southern Style (42:07)Missouri Hunting Heritage Federation:https://www.mhhf.us/To follow American Roots Outdoors Podcast:https://www.facebook.com/groups/448812356525413To learn more about American Roots Outdoors:https://americanrootsoutdoors.com/https://www.facebook.com/AmericanRootsOutdoors/To follow Alex Rutledge:https://www.facebook.com/americanrootsalex/To follow Wayne Lach:https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lach.5To follow Mike Crase:https://www.facebook.com/mike.crase

In this week's episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Terry and Don cover a lot of ground as spring habitat season starts taking off. Don shares updates from the road after wrapping up another stretch of consulting visits, including weather extremes, dealer stops, and picking up a new truck from Victory. Terry also talks about an upcoming bear hunt in Manitoba and gives listeners an update on the Texas hunt raffle tied to Lester's Feet. The guys spend time breaking down the launch of the new Real World Land Management Handbook, including what's inside, why it took so long to complete, and how it can help food plotters and land managers at every experience level. They also discuss the overwhelming response to the handbook release and why they created it as a practical field reference rather than a money-making project. Later in the show, Don explains how to properly prepare and use Scrape Magnet this time of year, including why weathered rope matters, how to season rope ahead of velvet season, and the mistakes people make when setting up rope scrapes. The episode also includes updates on new Chasing Giants TV videos, creek crossings, stand improvements, and a full round of listener-submitted questions on: - Bucks using yard food at night - Protecting apple trees from spray drift - Nutri-Crave corn cross-pollination - Miscanthus winter kill in northern climates - Whether Don would learn to swim for a guaranteed 200-inch buck - No-till soybean planting tips for beginners If you enjoy practical deer management, habitat improvement, food plotting, and honest conversation rooted in faith and family, this episode is for you. Chasing Giants Podcast Sponsors Asio Gear – https://www.asiogear.com Midwest Land Group – https://www.midwestlandgroup.com Novix Outdoors – https://www.novixoutdoors.com Hawke Optics – https://us.hawkeoptics.com Mike's Mighty Micros – https://www.mikesmightymicros.com Victory Auto Group – https://www.victorykc.com 360 Hunting Blinds – https://www.360huntingblinds.com Real World Wildlife Products – https://www.realworldwildlifeproducts.com Mathews Archery – https://www.mathewsinc.com Gingerich Tree Farms – https://www.gingerichtreefarm.com Brenton USA – https://www.brentonusa.com Grubb Implement – https://www.grubbimplement.com TagOut Technique – https://www.tagouttechnique.com Wildlife Farming – https://www.wildlifefarming.com Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and are intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. Always follow local laws, label directions, and manufacturer recommendations when using herbicides, attractants, seed products, hunting equipment, or land management tools. Habitat, hunting, and agricultural results may vary by property, region, weather, soil conditions, and application methods. Any reproduction of Chasing Giants Podcast or related Chasing Giants LLC content without written permission is strictly prohibited.