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Michigan Wild's returning guest Shane Loney hoped on the podcast this week. Shane has done some excellent episodes on the podcast. He did a season update with Nate (Last 7 Days Wk3) and told a story of his 2022 archery buck (Killing an Early Season Buck) last fall. Well Shane ended up tagging the buck he was after. It took until the end of November but after getting some trail cam pics and making a strategic move he capitalized. Other topics discussed thru the episode are... - Finding pockets of Mature Bucks - Off season prep leads to success in the fall - Hunting property that isn't yours - Taking advantage of small windows of buck movement - Tournament Walleye Fishing and its challenges - Figure out your process and stick to it Congrats on another fantastic buck Shane! Thank you for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild’s shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com https://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/ Use code 10off to save 10% on select items in the shop Looking to add a food plot or change up your food plot strategy check out vitalizeseed.com http://www.vitalizeseed.com/ and the Habitat Podcast. If you would like more information about RLR Construction LLC send an email to Roddyframer@gmail.com
Matt Tagget with Rek Broadheads joined Nate on this episode of Michigan Wild. Matt and his Father launched Rek 4 years ago and they are based out of Frankenmuth Michigan. Rek is 100 percent USA made and manufactured and now offers 4 broadheads. (HXP, XP, FXD, FX4) Nate and Matt talk about the origin of Rek and the why behind starting a broadhead company. Matt and his Father ultimately felt like there was a need in the space and wanted to offer hunters a more personal experience. That experience comes with awesome customer service and allowing customers to have a voice. Ultimately that approach is what led to the HXP for this fall. Matt and his team had a great fall testing the new HXP and he looks forward to getting them out to customers. Make sure to check out www.rekbroadheads.com http://www.rekbroadheads.com/ to find a dealer closest to you. Thank you for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild’s shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com https://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/ Use code 10off to save 10% on select items in the shop Looking to add a food plot or change up your food plot strategy check out vitalizeseed.com http://www.vitalizeseed.com/ and the Habitat Podcast. If you would like more information about RLR Construction LLC send an email to Roddyframer@gmail.com
The first Garagecast for Michigan Wild this week. Nate sat down with some buddies and had a great time recording an episode. The conversation was filled with laughs and had a serious deer camp vibe. Some topics that were covered... - NWTF Banquet - 9 month coyote season - Salmon and Steelhead in the rivers - Whitetail season updates - Rabbit season update Thank you for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild’s shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com https://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/ Use code 10off to save 10% on select items in the shop Looking to add a food plot or change up your food plot strategy check out vitalizeseed.com http://www.vitalizeseed.com/ and the Habitat Podcast. If you would like more information about RLR Construction LLC send an email to Roddyframer@gmail.com
Robert McIntyre joins Michigan Wild this week. Robert and Nate have a great conversation talking about all things whitetails. Robert has found himself being a late season killer the last few seasons. He actually made it a goal for the 2022 season to kill a buck in the snow with his bow in Michigan. A goal he achieved and then followed up with a buck in late January this past season in Ohio. Some other points the guys touch on through the episode are... - Importance of scouting with a game plan - Art of gaining permission - Challenge of hunting public land - Finding sheds - Fine tuning setups and finding the right sign - Journaling data Thanks for the awesome episode Robert! Thank you for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild’s shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com https://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/ Use code 10off to save 10% on select items in the shop Looking to add a food plot or change up your food plot strategy check out vitalizeseed.com http://www.vitalizeseed.com/ and the Habitat Podcast. If you would like more information about RLR Construction LLC send an email to Roddyframer@gmail.com
Brian Terry and Nate Rozeveld sit down and figure out what a Zinger is on this week's episode of MIchigan Wild. A Zinger happens to be Nate's new favorite way to fletch arrows and Brian happens to be an owner of the company so the guys were able to dive into them. Some of the questions Nate had were... - What is a Zinger? - Why do they work? - Do they stay on? - Lifetime warranty?! - Can be used with fixed/mechanical broadheads? - Use them with a tradbow? Overall Brian did an excellent job breaking down Zingers and what makes them a great alternative to traditional vanes. If anyone wants to learn more about Zingers reach out to Nate on social media or check out Zinger yourself. Thank you for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild’s shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/ Use code 10off to save 10% on select items in the shop Make sure to check out www.vitalizeseed.com http://www.vitalizeseed.com/ Start ordering Nitro Boost mid March (Spring planting) If you would like more information about RLR Construction LLC send an email to Roddyframer@gmail.com
This week's episode on Michigan Wild is with David (DJ) Riley. David is the co-host of The Fall Podcast with Arron Bleise and he loves chasing whitetails with his bow. Even though David and Nate both love targeting big mature whitetails they explain how they are more than just big buck killers. Not being complacent and striving to become better bowhunters transitions to hunting higher age class deer. However David has an all or nothing approach and realizes how much effort it takes each year. David does find success through scouting, being mobile in the fall, and always being a student of the game. Overall a top notch episode with an even better guest! Thanks David for joining Michigan Wild! Thank you for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild’s shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/ Use code 10off to save 10% on select items in the shop If you would like more information about RLR Construction LLC send an email to Nater7@gmail.com
The Local Legend or the World's Worst Bowhunter Adam Miller joined Michigan Wild this week. Adam and Nate had a great conversation going over Adam's season, some mobile hunting gear, how the World's Worst Bowhunter came to be and why he insists on hunting with his trad bow for Michigan's gun opener. Adam did end up finding success this season in Kansas and in typical fashion for Adam it was a rodeo and got a little western. Since Adam is very involved in mobile hunting gear, Nate took the opportunity to ask him for some insight on some products. It's a great time to be in the market for gear because there are a plethora of options out there. Overall a great episode with lots of laughs and funny stories and some flat out bad luck. Thanks Adam for joining Michigan Wild. Go follow Bowhunter Chronicles to learn more and give his podcast a listen. It's filled with awesome guests and tons of real world experiences. Thank you for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild’s shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/ Use code 10off to save 10% on select items in the shop If you would like more information about RLR Construction LLC send an email to Nater7@gmail.com
Nate Hicks joined Nate Rozeveld this week on Michigan Wild. Hicks is the owner of Painted Arrow, an outdoor company that has multiple products to offer the self filming bowhunter. The first time Nate Rozeveld saw Painted Arrow was on YouTube. The video was all about a giant Michigan Buck that Hicks targeted and successfully harvested. That year was a pivotal time in Hicks life and totally changed his course along with Painted Arrows. This episode breaks down that story and the lead up to that hunt. Hicks actually spotted this deer as he was searching for property to buy. After seeing the deer it led to him purchasing the property. Hicks was then able to kill the deer October 1st on a morning hunt the following fall. A really unique story on a great buck! To learn more about Painted Arrow and see some of the products they offer check them out on social media painted_arrow_outdoors and their website www.paintedarrowoutdoors.com http://www.paintedarrowoutdoors.com/. Thank you for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild’s shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/ Use code 10off to save 10% on select items in the shop If you would like more information about RLR Construction LLC send an email to Nater7@gmail.com
Jared Vanhees with Habitat Podcast joined Nate this week on Michigan Wild. Jared is also one of the owners of Vitalize seed. Nate used vitalize seed in 3 separate plots this fall and overall has been thoroughly impressed with it. Having Jared on to talk about vitalize and shine some light on the company was something Nate had been looking forward to this off season. Jared started the Habitat Podcast 6 years ago and has worked hard at helping fellow hunters become better land managers. Jared also offers land consulting and has had the opportunity to walk multiple properties in Michigan, giving him the ability to see where property is lacking. Cover, cover, cover! The conversation does pivot to the overall health of the whitetail deer herd in Michigan. Especially with the doe problem Michigan faces. They each share some of their opinions on change and the start up of the DMI (Deer Management Initiative). Overall both guys are concerned with the direction herd management is going and do not want the opportunity to be taken away from hunters. Thanks Jared for hopping on and continuing to educate hunters so it can benefit a resource we all enjoy! www.habitatpodcast.com http://www.habitatpodcast.com/ www.vitalizeseed.com http://www.vitalizeseed.com/ Thank you for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild’s shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/ Use code 10off to save 10% on select items in the shop If you would like more information about RLR Construction LLC send an email to Nater7@gmail.com
Tyler Thompson joins Michigan Wild this week right after a successful rabbit hunt with Nate. Nate and Tyler have enjoyed chasing rabbits with their beagles for years. This is Tyler's second time on the podcast as he joined Nate last summer talking all about his back story and passion for small game hunting. That episode's title is Small Game Hunting is Legit if anyone wants more small game content. In the episode Tyler and Nate talk about their season so far and how each time they have been out has been in completely different conditions. With each condition they have noted how the dogs have worked differently and also have had to pivot in order to get on rabbits. The guys also touch on the different types of terrain they like to focus on and how important it is to go hunt and make it happen some days without having ideal conditions. Wrapping up the episode Tyler talks about some ways he likes to prepare rabbit meat and his plan for his most recent harvest. Nate also asks about a few pieces of gear Tyler is using this winter in new bibs and a new hoody. Tyler also has been using a piece of gear that isn't in Nate's tool box yet, but will be soon. Thank you for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild’s shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/ Use code 10off to save 10% on select items in the shop If you would like more information about RLR Construction LLC send an email to Nater7@gmail.com
The Ruth Brothers joined Nate on Michigan Wild this week. Jeremiah and Treyton joined Nate in Wyoming for a spring black bear hunt in 2023. It was a great camp and they all three shot bears and have kept in touch since then. Nate dives right in wanting a season update and hearing the story of Treyton's buck. Which leads into the grind of a season Jeremiah had and how he stayed persistent even through harsh conditions. The Ruth Brothers also make a point of travelling out of state every year and sometimes multiple states. This past year they had successful bear, turkey, elk and pheasant hunts. Throughout the episode they break each hunt down and share the stories of their success. Over a great episode about family getting outside and sharing their passion for the outdoors. They also encourage people to give it a shot and have realistic expectations when they do go. They started small with Turkey hunts and have been hooked ever since. Thank you for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild’s shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/ Use code 10off to save 10% on select items in the shop If you would like more information about RLR Construction LLC send an email to Nater7@gmail.com
The Ruth Brothers joined Nate on Michigan Wild this week. Jeremiah and Treyton joined Nate in Wyoming for a spring black bear hunt in 2023. It was a great camp and they all three shot bears and have kept in touch since then. Nate dives right in wanting a season update and hearing the story of Treyton's buck. Which leads into the grind of a season Jeremiah had and how he stayed persistent even through harsh conditions. The Ruth Brothers also make a point of traveling out of state every year and sometimes multiple states. This past year they had successful bear, turkey, elk and pheasant hunts. Throughout the episode they break each hunt down and share the stories of their success. Over a great episode about family getting outside and sharing their passion for the outdoors. They also encourage people to give it a shot and have realistic expectations when they do go. They started small with Turkey hunts and have been hooked ever since. Thank you for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild’s shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/ Use code 10off to save 10% on select items in the shop If you would like more information about RLR Construction LLC send an email to Nater7@gmail.com
Brian Broderick joined Michigan Wild this week. Brian is the owner of Day Six Gear and in this episode Nate and him talk about the start up of Day Six, why Day SIx is different from other arrow manufacturers, the Dragonfly knife and why Brian made it, and some insight on his broadheads along with his take on single bevel broadheads. Brian feels his arrows stand apart because of the overall system starting with the broadhead and the components. It is a sum of all the parts and setting forth with the correct mindset within Day Six that has helped create a structurally sound arrow that performs consistently. Brian also dives into the story with the new knife that has recently become available and the story to go along with it. The Dragonfly knife is a first of its kind and was made because Brian felt there was a need for it, not only for himself but for other fellow outdoorsmen as well. Check out Day Six at www.daysixgear.com http://www.daysixgear.com/ and take advantage of all the info and years of experience they have to offer. Thank you for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild’s shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/ Use code 10off to save 10% on select items in the shop If you would like more information about RLR Construction LLC send an email to Nater7@gmail.com
This episode of Michigan Wild is with returning guest Drew Hasler. He had quite the season and had a few major updates since the last episode he was on. Drew ended up killing his first out of state public land buck this fall. His success stemmed from spending time scouting before the hunt and relying on past experiences to pick the right tree. Drew also had the mindset of not leaving deer to find new deer and was rewarded after his second sit in this particular area. For another first this past fall Drew was able to harvest his first big woods buck. This property is a place he has camp every year with a group of friends. It's usually very tough hunting with minimal buck sightings. However after some timber harvest and mild weather Drew was surprised to find a buck on the typical bed to feed pattern. Drew set forth and executed a plan on the last day of his hunt. Thank you for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild’s shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/ Use code 10off to save 10% on select items in the shop If you would like more information about RLR Construction LLC send an email to Nater7@gmail.com
First Episode of Michigan Wild for 2024 is with Eric Mckay. Eric Mckay joins Nate this week recapping his 2023 fall. Eric had a stellar fall, he was able to shoot a bull elk and harvest 4 whitetail bucks between Michigan and Illinois. Eric has chased whitetails in Michigan for almost 25 years and has headed west for 12 seasons, so this fall reflected years of hard work and determination. He has learned how to strike when the time is right and stay persistent throughout the fall. He discusses some of his insights he has learned over the years that has led to having better hunts and ultimately more success. He no longer just volume hunts and isn't afraid to be mobile and try new things every year. Even with a stellar fall it came with its fair share of adversity which Eric didn't shy away from. Having a few arrow deflections and wounding deer was something Eric used as fuel to tweak a few things in his craft. Something that Nate also can relate to and along with Eric hopes encourages fellow hunters to keep working through the adversity. Thank you for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild's shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/
Rob Wrona joins Nate on Michigan Wild this week to recap his fall. Rob has been chasing deer on public land for a handful of years and has developed a passion for the challenge. This fall he had a successful doe hunt. To Nate it was a Trophy Doe hunt because of the memory Rob was able to share with his son along with the epic recovery. Rob and Nate both talk about the importance of doe harvest and how they have seen the fruit of a healthy deer herd with a balanced buck to doe ratio. Rob has immersed himself in the outdoors, making it a lifestyle for him and his family over the years. He has enjoyed getting his kids involved and always making time for them. Nate and Rob also talk about the successful hunts Rob's 12 year old son Shane has had the last 2 falls. They both agree seeing their kids enjoy the outdoors is special and are thankful for the life they live. Thank you for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild's shop michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/ Use code 10off to get 10% of most items in Michigan Wild's Shop.
This week on Michigan Wild Nate and Rod Rozeveld sit down and recap their Iowa hunt, along with recapping Rod's last 42 years of deer hunting in Michigan. Rod is Nate's father and he started hunting in Michigan in the early 80's. He discusses how it was a right of passage when he finally was able to go hunting, and how he felt a part of something bigger. Fast forward to present day Rod and Nate are able to reflect on the major differences in Michigan hunting. They both have first hand experience with hunting a more balanced deer herd along with seeing a higher class of bucks to chase each fall in the mitten. Something they both feel is important in helping sustain quality hunting opportunities for many generations. Thank you for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild's shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/ Use code 10off to get 10% off most items in Michigan Wild's shop.
This week on Michigan Wild Nate goes through some data to see what the difference is between Michigan and other states he hunted this fall. Nate does believe Michigan can compete with the other midwest states with high quality hunts. However there are some challenges Michigan faces after looking at some of the data. High hunter numbers along with a skewed buck to do harvest are some of the glaring differences Michigan hunters face. Overall Nate is excited for the future of hunting in Michigan as he has experienced a change first hand. He encourages hunters to keep striving to get better for the future and never stop learning. Thanks for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild's shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/
Nate and his son Henry sit down on this Episode of Michigan Wild and talk about Henry's first buck. Henry is 7 years old and has been tagging along with Nate for years. Henry has always enjoyed helping with food plots and looking for sheds, so he has been no stranger to the hunting lifestyle. This spring going into summer Henry showed a desire for shooting his first buck. After getting comfortable shooting a firearm and feeling confident in himself Nate agreed he was ready to go hunting. November 15th was Henry's first sit and he was faced with adversity right away. He had an opportunity on a buck, but unfortunately his shot was low and ended up wounding the deer. However Henry remained positive and stayed hunting. A few days later the buck did show back up on camera which confirmed that it wasn't a fatal hit. Then on Thanksgiving day all the hours on stand and patience paid off for Henry. Thanks for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild's shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/.
Last episode of November on Michigan Wild this week. An episode all about fishing rivers for steelhead with Shane Rodenburg. Shane has dove into river fishing the last 4 years and is absolutely torn up with it. Nate being an avid hunter is still slightly perplexed why someone would purposely target fish instead of whitetails this time of year. However the more time Nate spends talking with people who have a passion for fishing the more enlightened he gets. Nate and Shane discuss the many parallels there are between chasing river fish along with whitetails throughout the fall. Scouting and having an adequate amount of time are some important factors that allow guys to be successful at a high level. You can follow Shane along at misteelheader on Instagram. Thanks for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild's shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/. Use code 10off to save 10% off until the end of November 2023. Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network https://sportsmensempire.com/ for more relevant outdoor content!
On this episode of Michigan Wild returning guest Brandon Travis and Nate recap the 5th week of the season. This week was the start of Brandon's bow camp down in Indiana and also the same week Nate's camp headed down to Illinois. Brandon has past hunting experience on this property along with good history of how bucks act during the rut. He breaks down each day and the mindset he had as he arrived on the property. Brandon eventually settles on an awesome rut funnel that the deer were using and he had the stereo typical rut hunts that every bowhunter dreams about. Paired with the determination to sit all day and go to an area that the deer wanted to be in eventually led to success on the last day of his hunt. Thanks for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild's shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/. Use code 10off to save 10% until the end of November 2023. Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network https://sportsmensempire.com/ for more relevant outdoor content!
This episode on Michigan Wild is the story for Nate's second archery buck. Nate tagged out in Michigan after killing on November 8th. A crazy encounter and story goes along with the hunt. The buck ended up being Jake, the deer Nate nicked October 10th and was called into range. The story continues after the shot and Nate feels blessed to have gotten this deer. Thanks for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild's shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/. Use 10off to save 10% off your purchase thru November 2023. Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network https://sportsmensempire.com/ for more relevant outdoor content!
On Michigan Wild this week Nate and Dan Johnson recap week 4 of Michigan's Archery Season. A great week of bowhunting that ended with a buck down for Dan. Going into this fall Dan decided he was going to archery hunt with a compound for the first time. Ultimately Dan fulfilled his goal by killing a great Michigan 10pt! Throughout the episode Dan walks us through his season including some failures and learning experiences taking a compound into the woods. All the experiences eventually helped him have the confidence to make the shot October 30th. A crazy hunt that lived up to the expectations of the pre rut! Thanks for listening to the episode, if you would like to support Michigan Wild farther check out Michigan Wild's shop at michiganwild.hollercommerce.com http://michiganwild.hollercommerce.com/.
This episode on Michigan Wild is with Cory Tart from South Dakota. Corey is with Grand Ciel Lodge and is an avid outdoorsman. Corey discusses how he got to where he is today which was a dream come true for him. It came with dedication, hard work and a willingness to leave Michigan. Not only does Grand Ciel Lodge have great opportunities for Upland birds they also have whitetail and mule deer hunts. Even with an option to have an adventure hunt out of canvas tents. Overall a great episode getting to know Corey and the opportunities he offers hunters. If you or anyone has had an interest to go on an out of state hunt chasing upland birds or whitetails give Corey a shout! Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network https://sportsmensempire.com/ for more relevant outdoor content!
This week's episode of Michigan Wild is all about Nate's October buck! Drew Hasler and Mason Houston once again join and they hear the story for the first time as well. Nate goes through the full breakdown of the hunt and hits on some key topics he felt led to his success. Being mobile, having great access, sticking to a plan, and having history with a property helped him kill the 7pt. The 7pt is a deer Nate has had history with since 2019 and he has hunted this deer more than any other deer. With minimal sightings and no trail cam pics for 2 years he didn't even believe he actually shot the 7pt. After digging through years of trail cam pics there were a few characteristics that makes him believe he did finally shoot the 7pt at 7.5 years old. The guys end the podcast discussing their plans for Illinois bow camp and they look forward to recording a few podcasts for all the listeners to follow along on their first year down there. Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network https://sportsmensempire.com/ for more relevant outdoor content!
Returning guest Shane Loney joins Michigan WIld to recap the last 7 days of bowhunting with Nate. Shane does give a quick recap of his season so far which consisted of passing a couple 3.5 year old deer along with some tough hunts. Shane is targeting 3 separate bucks, but this last week he struggled getting on them. He shares a few observations with why he has struggled and the direction he plans on going for the upcoming week. Shane did have 2 successful doe kills already this fall and broke down each hunt. Nate then shares how the week started in a similar fashion for him and how he quickly adjusted. That adjustment paid off when he ended up killing a buck October 22, 2023. Look out for next week's episode on Michigan Wild for a full breakdown of Nate's hunt and how he killed a buck he has hunted since 2019. Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network https://sportsmensempire.com/ for more relevant outdoor content!
Tony Hill with Find it Fred joins Michigan Wild this week. In this episode Nate and Tony get into some hound talk, which includes chasing bears and tracking whitetails. Tony grew up in a family of hunters and was always outdoors at a young age. He tagged along with his older brothers and dad chasing rabbits with his beagles and whitetails up north at their deer camp. About 5 years ago Tony decided to get into deer tracking and then soon after he got more hounds for chasing bears, coons, and coyotes. Through this episode the guys cover hunting bears with Tony's dogs and all the dedication it takes to have a successful pack. It's a challenge Tony loves and the reward of seeing a bear in a tree and his dog's work is worth the effort. Nate and Tony finish the podcast talking about deer tracking with his hound Fred. Nate has first hand experience seeing Fred work and really appreciates having Tony as a reliable resource to help recover deer. Overall a great episode between buddies who both have a passion for whitetails and watching their dogs work in the field. Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network https://sportsmensempire.com/ for more relevant outdoor content!
Nate does a solo episode on Michigan Wild this week to recap his last 7 days of bowhunting. Once again this week was filled with its share of drama. Lightning struck twice, 5 days apart, on another mature buck Jake. Nate's son Henry named this deer this summer and is a deer Nate had history with last fall. By October 10th Nate had sent 2 arrows at target bucks and didn't seal the deal. To hear the story of Jake and how the story didn't have a storybook ending once again this week give it a listen. Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network https://sportsmensempire.com/ for more relevant outdoor content!
This episode of Michigan Wild is a recap of the last seven days of hunting. To kick off the first week Drew Hasler, once again joins Nate, and they both go over their week of hunting. Drew had a few high quality hunts even with the adversity he faced after opening night. He stayed strategic and ended up seeing a potential shooter and had a new target buck show up on cam this week. Nate's week was very eventful and he had some great hunts. He saw 2 target bucks enter one of his food plots on a hang and hunt Thursday night. Nate dives into the hunt he had that evening and why he felt Thursday was the night. Unfortunately it ended with an epic fail... a swing and a miss. Both Drew and Nate are looking forward to this upcoming week and are optimistic for getting on their target deer. Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network https://sportsmensempire.com/ for more relevant outdoor content!
Matt Johnson joins Nate on this episode of Michigan Wild. The two guys sit down and go over Matt's upbringing with hunting. He started hunting in the UP at a traditional deer camp. Matt and Nate also talk about his first black bear and first buck he shot at camp. The conversation leads into Matt getting more serious with deer hunting after college. He started passing deer waiting for more mature bucks. By doing so that leads us to the story of Waldo. Waldo is a buck Matt had multiple years of history with and actually rekindled Nate and Matt's friendship. Give the episode a listen to hear about Waldo and how big deer don't always bring out the worst in people. Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network https://sportsmensempire.com/ for more relevant outdoor content!
