In this conversation, Mark Kenyon shares the story of his son breaking his leg while camping and fishing in Wyoming. He discusses the accident, the emergency surgery, and the recovery process. Mark also talks about his upcoming trips to Alaska to film a blacktail deer hunt and explore the state of salmon. He highlights the importance of protecting wildlife and the challenges they face. The conversation concludes with a discussion about preparing for the upcoming hunting season and the balance between family commitments and hunting. Dan and Mark discuss the challenges of balancing hunting with family and other responsibilities. They emphasize the importance of finding a balance that works for each individual and their unique circumstances. They also discuss the sacrifices that come with being a dedicated hunter and the need to prioritize family and relationships. They share their own experiences and reflect on how their perspectives on hunting have evolved over time. Mark talks about his upcoming hunting trips to Alaska, Illinois, and Kentucky, while also expressing his love for local Michigan hunting. They conclude by acknowledging the need for ongoing balance and the importance of enjoying the journey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, host Dan Johnson interviews hunting expert Dan Infalt about the importance of seeking advice from experienced hunters and the principles of hunting deer. They discuss the significance of looking at a person's hunting resume before taking their advice, the role of mentorship in improving hunting skills, and the importance of understanding big buck behavior. They also explore the key principles that apply to hunting whitetails in any location, such as focusing on bedding areas and understanding deer movement. Infalt shares his experiences and insights on timing, mistakes to avoid, and the importance of being mobile and adaptable in hunting strategies. Takeaways: When seeking advice on hunting, it is important to consider the experience and track record of the person giving the advice. Mentorship and learning from experienced hunters can greatly improve hunting skills. Understanding big buck behavior and focusing on bedding areas are key principles that apply to hunting whitetails in any location. Timing is crucial in hunting, and hitting the right time and place can greatly increase the chances of success. Making mistakes is a part of hunting, but learning from them and making adjustments can lead to better outcomes. Being mobile and adaptable in hunting strategies can help catch big bucks by surprise and increase the chances of success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Dan Johnson and Joe Jones discuss the challenges of balancing work and family with their passion for the outdoors. They also provide an update on Joe's pursuit of a particular buck and his efforts to gain access to a 200-acre property. Joe shares his strategies for patterning the buck and his excitement about the new hunting opportunity. In this conversation, Joe and Dan discuss the behavior and patterns of a mature buck that Joe is hunting. They explore the idea that the buck is not truly nomadic but rather has multiple core areas where he feels safe. They also discuss the buck's sensitivity to human pressure and cameras, and the potential impact of cattle on his movement. Joe shares his plan to hunt the back walls of the property and use mock scrapes to attract the buck. Dan advises Joe to be cautious about sharing information and to consider hanging a tree stand while setting up trail cameras. Takeaways: Finding time for outdoor activities with family can be challenging when balancing work responsibilities. Children often develop a love for the outdoors when exposed to it at a young age. Patterning a mature buck can be difficult, especially in areas with high hunting pressure. Gaining access to private hunting properties requires persistence and building relationships with landowners. Having a clear understanding of a buck's core area and movement patterns can increase hunting success. Mature bucks may have multiple core areas where they feel safe. Human pressure and cameras can cause bucks to shift their bedding areas. Cattle can affect deer movement and behavior. Hunting the back walls of a property and using mock scrapes can be effective strategies. Be cautious about sharing information to avoid increased hunting pressure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We continue Vortex Week with an amazing story about a group of guys who headed to Alaska for a once in a lifetime blacktail hunt. Mark, Sawyer, and Eric share the story of how the trip was planned, the logistic behind the trip like what gear they needed to take, how much of food to take, and where they planned to get their water from. It didn't take long for the guys to locate both deer and bear and put a game plan together for the upcoming days. But the hunt wasn't easy, the guys battle extremely wet conditions and fog for most of the hunt but were still able to find success. For most of us, Alaska seems like an impossible place to hunt, but the guys mention that the tags were over the counter and and for the most part affordable. The travel costs however were a little bit of a different story. This is both an entertaining and educational episode, about one of my dream hunts. Be sure to check out vortexoptics.com for all of your optic needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of year again when I get in to my truck and head North to the Vortex Optics HQ in Wisconsin to catch up with some old friends and record a couple of episodes. On the first episode of "Vortex Week" I chat with new friend Cooper Long. Cooper works in the customer service department and is a hardcore bowhunter. Cooper and I talk about growing up in a hunting family, his learning curve for hunting mature bucks, and he breaks down his yearly hunting strategy. The second half of this episode is Cooper sharing a big buck success story from the past hunting season. Sharing a property with one of his best friends, he talks about where this buck was living, the trail camera intel that led to identifying his pattern and putting him within shooting range on multiple occasions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this final episode of "The Fall Sessions", Aaron and Dan are back at it talking about the upcoming hunting season and their plans for the rest of the summer. The guys break down their out-of-state hunts, the preparation they have to complete before the season starts, their goal and expectations for the size and age class of bucks they will be chasing and if that changes on their out of state hunts. Lot's of great conversation about deer and gear you will be sure to enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talks with Jeremy from the Antler Up podcast to discuss their plans for the upcoming season as well as an out of state scouting mission. Jeremy and Dan break talk about their out of state hunts they have planed for this fall and the times of the year they plan on going on those hunts. Jeremy is about to go on a short scouting mission to a new piece of public property in a different state where he plans to deploy trail cameras and collect as much intel that he can use for the upcoming fall. This is a really great episode full of useful and relevant information that you can implement on your favorite hunting properties before the season starts. Enjoy and good luck! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, guest Bryan Meyering shares the story of his 2022 Michigan buck. Bryan wasn't a serious hunter, but in 2018 he picked up a crossbow and headed back in to the timber to chase a good buck that showed up on his in-laws property. Then, in 2020 Bryan decided to pick up a "big boy bow" and start shooting compound again. This past year a 150" Michigan monster show up on trail camera and seemed to be running the same pattern every week. He did his research and found out what wind he needed to access the trail this buck was using. The stage was set, but the upcoming youth season made him nervous knowing that the landowner had a couple kids hunting the property. The youth season past, and the buck was still on the same routine. Check this video out for the rest of the story! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the 7th episode in "The Fall Sessions" series, where we talk about all things whitetail deer hunting. On this episode, Dan and Aaron talk about the time they dedicate to deer hunting. They discuss the balancing act between family and hunting, the different stages of deer hunting, how much time they schedule for out of state hunts, and some of their favorite thing about hunting deer and other outdoor activities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hold on to your butts for another exciting episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles with deer hunting superstar the one and only Tony Peterson. Dan and Tony cover a variety of topics including wild game violations, smallmouth bass fishing, gaining access to a new property, and their thoughts on trail camera strategy. Towards the end of the podcast, Tony and Dan talk about crossbows. Will Tony be shooting a crossbow this upcoming season, listen to find out! The answer might shock you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just when you though you have heard from every elite bowhunter in North America, along comes Andrew Muntz to deconstruct everything you thought you knew about hunting whitetails. On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan is joined by one of the hosts of the Ohio Outdoors podcast, Andrew Muntz, to talk about his journey in to bowhunting. Andrew talks about the struggles that he goes through every year, how he learns from his mistakes, and what ultimately led to him becoming successful for the last couple years. Just another fun episode with an average bowhunter and a great human being. Enjoy and share! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, we continue The Fall Sessions series and talk about deer hunting rules and regulations. Aaron and Dan get in to an in-depth conversation about some of the deer hunting rules and regulations in Michigan and Iowa that they both like and dislike. Topics include non-resident tags, number of bucks tags a hunter can acquire in a year, cost of tags, and season dates. Whether you agree or disagree, it's difficult to find rules and regulations that make everyone happy. Please leave your comments on Instagram and let us know if you are happy with the rules and regs in your state. Enjoy and share! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan catches up with long time friend and whitetail assassin Lucas Cayko. On thing's for sure, Lucas is passionate about his family and of course bowhunting. Dan and Lucas recap a couple of his 2022 hunts for big river bottom bucks in North Dakota, as well as an interesting conversation about using a jet ski to access public hunting ground along the Missouri River. Another excellent conversation with a die-hard deer hunter. Enjoy and Share! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Graham from Vortex discusses hunting and shooting experiences, including the Vortex Ambassador Summit and the challenges of shooting a handgun. They also talk about the culture at Vortex and the passion for hunting and shooting among the employees. Graham shares his upcoming hunting plans in Wisconsin and South Dakota, with a focus on whitetail deer. They also discuss the differences between whitetail and mule deer behavior and hunting strategies. In this conversation, Dan and Graham discuss hunting opportunities in different states, including Wisconsin and South Dakota. They talk about the challenges of getting permission to hunt on private land and the increasing interest in hunting for organic meat. They also touch on the topic of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) and the precautions hunters take when dealing with CWD-positive deer. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the impact of urban populations on hunting opportunities and the importance of knowing where your food comes from. Takeaways: Vortex employees are passionate about hunting and shooting and participate in these activities themselves. Shooting a handgun is more challenging than it seems, and proper form and technique are crucial for accuracy. Vortex offers training courses, such as the Edge program, to help people improve their shooting skills. Whitetail deer in Western South Dakota are more skittish and alert compared to whitetails in the Midwest. Hunting plans can be opportunistic, focusing on the behavior of the animals and adjusting strategies accordingly. Getting permission to hunt on private land can be challenging, especially in areas with high urban populations. There is a growing interest in hunting for organic meat and knowing where your food comes from. Hunters take precautions when dealing with CWD-positive deer, such as getting the meat tested and disposing of it properly. The value placed on different species varies in different regions, with mule deer often being more highly valued than whitetail deer. Bow hunting can be a good way to gain access to smaller parcels of land and appeal to those who are more open to hunting for organic meat. The traditional hunting camp culture is changing, with more emphasis on hunting for big antler deer. The impact of urban populations on hunting opportunities can vary, with some areas being more protective of deer hunting land. Knowing where your food comes from and how it is prepared is important for many hunters. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Small Talk 03:00 Passion for Hunting and Shooting at Vortex 13:14 Culture and Party Plans at Vortex 18:17 Hunting Plans in Wisconsin and South Dakota 22:46 Differences Between Whitetail and Mule Deer Behavior 25:23 Opportunistic Hunting Strategies 28:16 Dealing with Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) 36:58 Challenges of Getting Permission to Hunt on Private Land 45:13 The Changing Hunting Camp Culture 50:49 The Impact of Urban Populations on Hunting Opportunities 53:14 Knowing Where Your Food Comes From Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are back for the 5th episode in "The Fall Sessions" and this week we talk about our favorite hunting gear. On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan and Aaron break down some of the gear that they have used over the years. They get in to a discussion about camo, total arrow weight, how they pick their bows and archery accessories, as well as higher end purchases like e-bikes. This is just another great episode in this series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talks with Jerry Rude of Ohio about locating a 185" buck on a new property. Jerry breaks done how he gained access to this property that is located in between two big housing development. After scouting this property he wasn't convinced that it held any deer to get excited about. But that all changed when he checked his trail cameras for the first. What he found, was a giant 185" buck with a ton of character. At this point, Jerry started to put a game plan together. Check out the full episode to find out if he was successful or not. Enjoy and share! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan and Aaron are back with the 4th installment of The Fall Sessions. The topic of conversation on this episode is all about the moment of truth when your target buck is within shooting range. The guys talk about how to control "buck fever", how to read a mature bucks body language, and non-conventional shot placement. Aaron and Dan also talk about how they learned to become comfortable at full draw with their target buck within range. Both fun and educational episode, be sure to go to iTunes, or wherever you download your podcast to give us a 5 star review. Enjoy and share! Sportsmen's Empire - https://sportsmensempire.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this BS Session episode, Dan catches up with Parker McDonald about his turkey season and upcoming fall hunts. The guys kick off the episode by discussing whether or not Texas is part of "The South" or do they just stand alone. Parker then talks about his success across multiple states hunting different species of wild turkey. Dan asks him if he found any good deer hunting spots while chasing turkeys. Just a great conversation between two outdoorsmen about hunting gobblers and big bucks. Enjoy and share! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this 3rd installment of The Fall Sessions, Dan and Aaron cover one topic... MATURE BUCKS. The guys talk about the differences in behavior between young whitetails and deer that have been around the block a couple of times. One conversation revolves around how mature buck just like to be left alone throughout the year avoiding interactions with other deer, until it's time to breed the does that come in to heat in his home range. This is another fun and educational episode that will have you asking "Have I ever seen a mature buck?" Enjoy and share! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talks with Mark Kenyon of Wired To Hunt for exactly 10 minutes. Dan brings the heat and asks Mark several rapid fire questions about his style of hunting. Question topics include favorite terrain features, calling strategy, and things he can't stand about Tony Peterson. This a quick episode that can be easily digested on the way to work or on the toilet, either way, this is a fun episode. Enjoy and share! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the second installment of "The Fall Sessions" with Aaron Bleise. On this episode, Dan and Aaron talk about how they break down how they hunt bedding areas, travel routes, staging areas, and destination food sources. As you will hear, the guys talk about the importance of access routes in to these areas and how they use the wind to their advantages in the tree and while walking to the tree. The cool thing about this episode is that Dan and Aaron have different approaches to just about every aspect in accomplishing the same goal. This is another great episode that will provide you more insight towards hunting mature deer. Enjoy and share! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just about every serious hunter dreams about owning their own hunting property. On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan sits down with Cody Kiser, a Loan Officer who specializes in loans for farming and agriculture. Cody is also very knowledgeable buying land specifically for hunting, and tips and tricks that you may be able to take advantage of to reduce you down payment or get a better interest rate on your loan. Tons of great information in this episode, especially if your are ready to buy your first farm. Enjoy and share! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the first episode of "The Fall Sessions" with Aaron Bleise. Aaron is a very serious bowhunter who has set his life up around deer season. The goal of these sessions is get as detailed as possible about deer behavior, hunting strategy, and the landscape these animals call home. On this first episode, Dan and Aaron get detailed about deer behavior. The conversation revolves around what a mature buck is doing throughout the year. This includes their mindset in the pre-rut, rut, and post-rut timeframes and how things like crop rotation have an impact on their movement. The guys also talk about buck aggression and body language, and how calling could hurt or help your hunting strategy. Excellent episode, share it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talks with Eric Lance a wildlife biologist from Ohio who works in the private sector. Eric is also a passionate hunter, college professor, and the host of the Hunt Science Podcast. If you have ever thought about becoming a wildlife biologist this is the perfect episode for you. Eric talks about the education path he took to become a Wildlife Biologist and the options a WB has as far as employment after college. Eric also talks about the myths about the life of a WB and how it might not be as adventurous as you think. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this solo episode, Dan Johnson discusses his plans for the upcoming hunting season. He talks about transitioning from youth baseball to football and other activities for his kids, as well as his own preparations for hunting. He mentions the products and partners he will be using, such as Tethered, Wasp Archery, Vortex Optics, Feed Hub, Code Blue Sense, Huntworth, and Reveal. Dan also shares some personal anecdotes about going through old memorabilia and his experiences at a sporting goods store. Takeaways: Transitioning from one season to another requires planning and preparation Choosing the right hunting gear and equipment is crucial for a successful season Organizing and decluttering old memorabilia can be a nostalgic but time-consuming task Finding humor in everyday situations can help lighten the mood and strengthen relationships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maybe it's because they're the same age. Maybe it's because they have kids close to the same age. Maybe it's because they both have a strong passion for the outdoors. Or, maybe this is just a break from reality that allows them to escape from all of their stress. Either way, anytime Dan Johnson and Tony Peterson get together, the outcome is one hell of a Nine Finger Chronicles episode. On this episode, Tony and Dan cover the following topics... The new Top Gun movie and how Jennifer Connelly looks amazing for her age, their sassy daughters, how much of a hypocrite and a-hole Dan has become when it comes to deer hunting, and the difference between actively hunting and habitat management. As always, excellent episode! Be sure to share and leave a 5 STAR review on Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you download your episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talks with Bradie Ewing about his passion for football and deer hunting. There are times in life where you have to choose, and Bradie is well aware of that. Once you reach a certain level in any activity, especially if you want to make it your career, you have to fully commit. This means that other hobbies, like hunting, get put on the back burner. Bradie talks about his time playing football at the University of Wisconsin as well as getting drafted to the National Football League. Eventually injuries caught up to him forcing him to retire earlier than he wanted. Now, with more time on his hands and living more of a "normal" life, he is back in the woods living his best life as an avid deer hunter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talks with Ty Kellogg of Ohio about everything from trapping and bowhunting to family time and hunter mentality. Ty was a gun and crossbow hunter for most of his youth and after a couple of "Ah-Ha Moments" he decided to pick up well used compound bow and a Summit climber to make things a little harder, and to get mobile of course. Ty talks about his love for trapping and how he think it helped him become a better outdoorsman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time to get a little bit political. On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talks with board member of the Montana Bowhunters Association, Kevin Robinson. Kevin is an avid bowhunter who is very passionate about the outdoors an thus why is an active member of the MBA. Kevin talks about how they are fighting to keep crossbows out of the archery season, along with some other bogus bills that have hit the floor for voting. Kevin explains that there is too much politics when it comes to introducing new hunting rules, regulations, season dates, and weapon options. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, we have our annual food plot BS session. This year, we talk with expert agronomist Mitch Shirk about everything you need to know about growing the best possible food plots on the properties you hunt. Mitch has a wealth of knowledge about topics like soil health, planting dates, seed combinations, and what you need to watch out for when growing your food plots. Not only is Mitch one of the most knowledgeable habitat management guys out there, he is also a serious deer hunter who practices what he preaches on his own properties. If you are interested in learning more about growing your best food plots, this is the episode for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan is joined by Michigan bowhunter Jack Ruthruff to talk about hunting in the mitten. Jack lives in an area in Michigan that has heavier than normal hunting pressure on both private and public land. Jack explains that an excellent buck for that section of the state would be a 115-120" 3 year old buck, and that is his goal every year. In recent years, Jack has lost access to private ground due to owner ship change thus forcing him to focus more on public land. While scouting, before he broke his leg, he located a thick and nasty bedding area that runs parallel with a marsh leading up to a destination food source. Jack believes that with the right access paired with the right time of year, he will able get the job done a target caliber buck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talks with Brayden Ware of GoWild about stepping away from hunting to pursue baseball but ultimately returning to the woods after a bought a new bow. Brayden talks about hunting with his uncle as a kid and killing his first deer at the age of 15. Then, like most kids, he decided to put all of his energy towards a sports. Baseball became his main focus all through high school and college. Then three years ago he decided to get back in to archery. While he was in the store buying a bow he ran in to an old high school friend who was a serious public land bowhunter. This old friend convinced him to start practicing archery together and tagging along during the bow season. And the rest they say is history! This is an excellent episode about a hunter who found his way back to the passion he loves so much! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan is joined by Aaron Bleise of "The Fall" podcast to talk all things outdoors. This podcast is all over the place. The guys kick off the episode by letting you behind the curtain of their marriages and discuss what most of the arguments in their houses are about. This then leads in to a conversation about some of the different states that Arron has hunter over the years and witch ones are his favorites and why Michigan is if favorite. Mushrooms, turkey hunting, deer hunting, out of state hunts, and much more on this episode. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan is joined by outdoor writer and hunting enthusiast Paul Annear for an excellent BS Session. Paul jumped in to the world of outdoor writing somewhere around 2014, since then he has been published in some of the most well known magazines and online publications. The guys kick off the show talking about how similar their crazy their kids are and have a debate about when to get kids in to hunting. This is a fun episode that covers a variety of topics, enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talks with western Michigan native Nate Rozeveld about hunting mature deer. Nate mentions that he lives in an area of the state where many of the surrounding properties communicate with each other in hopes of letting bucks get to an older age class. Nate talks about growing up in a hunting family and why he thinks Michigan has such a rich hunting tradition. This is an excellent episode that will have you laughing, enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Nate Krick discusses his upcoming hunting plans and experiences. He talks about his recent lease in Nebraska and the process of finding and negotiating a lease. Nate also shares his transition to shooting a traditional bow and the challenges he has faced. He discusses his strategies for hunting with a traditional bow and the adjustments he has made in his hunting approach. In this conversation, Nate discusses his approach to setting up tree stands and trail cameras for traditional bowhunting. He emphasizes the importance of keeping shots within the 20-yard range and adjusting tree stand locations accordingly. Nate also shares his annual trail camera strategy, which includes leaving cameras out all year, focusing on food sources, and conducting burns to change the habitat structure. He discusses the use of mock scrapes and the benefits of creating focal points for deer. Nate highlights the progress he has made in improving his property and the satisfaction of seeing mature bucks using the land. Takeaways: Finding and negotiating a hunting lease can provide convenient hunting opportunities Transitioning to shooting a traditional bow requires practice and adjustment Hunting with a traditional bow may require getting closer to the target and using different hunting strategies For traditional bowhunting, it is important to keep shots within the 20-yard range and adjust tree stand locations accordingly. Leaving trail cameras out all year can provide valuable information about deer movement and shed hunting. Conducting burns in the late growing season can change the habitat structure and improve deer movement. Creating mock scrapes and focal points can attract deer and provide opportunities for hunting. Improving habitat and managing the property can lead to increased deer activity and the presence of mature bucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talks with hardcore public land bowhunter Josh Profitt about their trail camera deployment strategies. Josh talks about where he likes to hang his trail cameras to not only get intel on deer but other hunters as well. The guys discuss the best locations for not only mature bucks, but the best location for sheer numbers of deer pictures. Once Josh locates a shooter, he breaks down how he brings more trail cameras in to the area and ultimately how he decides on the best places to hang his stand treestand. Lastly, the guys discuss what would happen if they were no longer allowed to use trail cameras in the woods. This is a very informational episode, so listen close to what the guys have to say! Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan goes solo as he he talks about planning for next seasons out of state hunting trips. Dan dives in to a couple issues he may be facing with conflicting hunts, whether or not he will draw specific tags, and putting together his hunt schedule for the year. Dan also talks about deciding to get a new bow and whether or not he feels the proper time to get it sighted in before the season starts. Lastly, Dan talks up the upcoming task of digging through the last couple years of trail camera pictures to see if he can see any patters from some of the local buck who are now shooter caliber. Just a bunch of random topics that pop up when several guest have to cancel, enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Usually these conversations are saved for the Hunting Gear Podcast, but we felt like there was enough crossover to launch the episode on both podcasts. On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talks with Austin Kantola of Genesis 3D Printing about mobile hunting and product design. Austin is an engineer by trade but loves to tinker with his hunting equipment, this led to him starting up a 3D printing company where he designs and manufactures accessories for the mobile hunter. Austin share his mobile hunting experiences and how they directly affect the products he designs. Fun episode you will be sure to enjoy if you are a serious mobile hunter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan is joined by the host of the Huntavore podcast, Nick Otto, to talk about hunting to fill the freezer verses hunting to put something on the wall. The guys discuss if there is any overlap, if both types of hunters can get what they want, and if specific rules and regulations are preventing one group from achieving a goal. Nick is a self proclaimed "Meat Hunter" and Dan's goal every year is to put down the oldest and biggest antlered buck as possible. Given the two different approaches to hunting, the guys have an intelligent conversation and how both types of hunters can live under the same roof. This is a fun episode, be sure to share! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan and the host of the Oklahoma Outdoors podcast, John Hudspeth, have a good old fashioned BS session about hunting rules and regulations. Both guys talk about the rules and regulation in their states and if they feel that they measure up to the best interest of the natural resource. As you listen to this keep in mind that these are the opinions of just two hunters. Dan gets in to a great conversation about how rules and regulations can be influenced by non-resident interest groups who are more interested in making money than conserving the natural resource. This is where hunters need to step with a united voice and let outside interest groups know that they have no business interfering with another states natural resource, especially if they are not communicating with that states Department Of Natural Resources. This is an interesting conversation that is meant to spark thought and conversation about how hunting rules and regulations are managed in your home state. Be sure to share this video with you hunting friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The "Anything But Deer Hunting" series is an attempt for us to continue our love for the outdoors by learning about other outdoor activities in the hunting and fishing space. On this episode, we talk with Nate Thomas, one of the hosts of the Missouri Woods & Water podcast, about predator hunting. Specifically coyote hunting. Nate shares when he was introduced to coyote hunting, the strategy involved in this style of hunting, and the gear you might need before your first hunt. Nate also discusses the coyotes nose and how it is undefeated in the field, specific firearms and optics needs, and why hunting coyotes ranks up towards top of his favorite things to do. Be sure to check all of the podcasts on the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast network. https://sportsmensempire.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The "Anything But Deer Hunting" series on the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast is an attempt for us to continue our love for the outdoors by learning about other outdoor activities in the hunting and fishing space. On this episode, Dan talks with Tony Peterson about one of his favorite activities outside of deer hunting, upland bird hunting. Tony talks about why he loves pheasant hunting, why he enjoys training dogs, and why he thinks this would be an excellent opportunity to add to your yearly outdoor activities. Tony also touches on the barriers to entry and even goes in to detail about specific strategies. With a fairly low learning curve and low financial startup cost. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Houndsman XP podcast was the first and is definitely the most popular podcast dedicated to hunting with hounds. On this "Anything But Deer Hunting" series episode, Dan talks with the host of the show, Chris Powell. Chris talks about how he got started coon hunting with dogs, the barrier of entry if you want to get started, spending expectations to get started, and the learning curve you should expect when training dogs. This is a fun episode with another passionate outdoorsman who loves his dogs and the relationships that he has made with others in the hound hunting community. Enjoy and share! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan is joined by the newest member of the Sportsmen's Empire, Brian Krebs of the Western Rookie podcast. This is a mix between a hunter profile podcast and a good old fashioned BS session. Brian talks about his love for western hunting, specifically dark timber elk. Brian talks about growing up in a hunting family and tagging around with his older brothers and dad in central Minnesota. Then when he moved to North Dakota for college, he fell in love with all of the hunting opportunities that state had to offer. Once the deer hunting season is over Brian puts on his hiking boots and hits the landscape looking for shed antlers. This is a fun episode I'm sure you all will enjoy! Be sure to check all of the podcasts on the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast network. https://sportsmensempire.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The "Anything But Deer Hunting" series is an attempt for us to continue our love for the outdoors by learning about other outdoor activities in the hunting and fishing space. On this episode, Dan interviews Mark Kenyon of Wired To Hunt and Meateater about his second love, fly fishing. Mark talks about how he got started fly fishing, what the learning curve, looks like, and how fly fishing is the perfect "ying" to his whitetail "yang". The guys have fun conversation about the similarities between deer hunting and fly fishing, Mark even expresses which one of these activities is easier. This is a fun interview that will give you something to think about out outside of the deer hunting season. Enjoy! Be sure to check all of the podcasts on the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast network. https://sportsmensempire.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, host Dan Johnson interviews Gregg Farrell from Tactacam about their new camera, Reveal. They discuss the company's history, the current rain situation in Wisconsin, and their personal hunting plans for the year. They then dive into the details of Tactacam's transition from action cameras to trail cameras, focusing on the reliability and ease of use of their products. They also talk about the evolution of trail cameras and the importance of not over-engineering them. Finally, they discuss the specific features and differences between the Reveal X 2.0 and Reveal X 3.0 models. The Tactacam 3.0 cameras have been redesigned from the ground up, with improvements in form factor and antenna design. The new antennas are mounted on the top of the camera and have a two-position pivot, allowing for better transport and positioning. The external antennas are necessary because the areas where the cameras are hung typically have poor cell service, and the antennas maximize signal strength. The new cameras also feature high-quality 4K photos and 1080p videos, improved image sensors for fewer false triggers, and an internal storage option that eliminates the need for SD cards. The cameras are more efficient with batteries and are priced the same as the previous models. Future updates include new accessories and an app update that will simplify the user experience. Takeaways: Tactacam started as a company producing point of view cameras before transitioning to trail cameras with their Reveal line. The company focuses on building reliable trail cameras and providing excellent customer service. The Reveal cameras are designed to be easy to use, with a simple setup process and an intuitive app interface. Tactacam aims to strike a balance between incorporating new technology trends and maintaining ease of use for customers. The Reveal X 2.0 and Reveal X 3.0 models offer different features and capabilities, providing options for different user preferences. The Tactacam 3.0 cameras have been redesigned with improvements in form factor and antenna design. The new antennas are mounted on the top of the camera and have a two-position pivot, allowing for better transport and positioning. The external antennas maximize signal strength in areas with poor cell service. The new cameras feature high-quality 4K photos and 1080p videos, improved image sensors for fewer false triggers, and an internal storage option that eliminates the need for SD cards. The cameras are more efficient with batteries and are priced the same as the previous models. Future updates include new accessories and an app update that will simplify the user experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan kicks off his Whitetail Habitat Improvement Series with hunting property consultant Tom Peplinski. Tom breaks down his "Thick and Thin" approach to improving his hunting properties. Tom talks about first setting short and long term goals. This will help you get a plan laid out so you can implement said goals for your farm. Tom gets in to the details about falling trees, hinge cutting, edge feathering, and how to identify different types of browse deer like to eat. Listen closely as Tom talks about how the only time he cares where deer are is during the hunting seasons, outside of that his approach to land management revolves around hold deer on his farms during the hunting seasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan interviews hunter and businessman Andy Ross. Andy is probably most know for starting Ross Archery, his music, and a 10 year run hosting one of the most popular hunting shows on the Outdoor Channel. On top of that, and owns several companies outside of the hunting industry including a patriotic brand American Rebel. We discuss growing up in Eastern Kansas, his first time shooting a bow, moving to Nashville to work on his music, and the timeline that is Andy Ross. This is one part hunter profile podcast and one part American success story. Stay tuned for a follow up episode coming very soon. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, we chat with public land machine Josh Profitt about taking your scouting missions to the next level. This episode gets as detailed as possible on the topic of post-season scouting. Josh walks us through his start to finish scouting strategy. Josh breaks down what he looks for in food sources, staging areas, travel corridors, and deer bedding areas. As complex as this may sound, scouting for deer is very similar to hunting itself. It's not rocket science, the more time you spend in the woods during the off-season, the more prepared you will be in season. It's that time of year, so get outside and find where next seasons shooter bucks are living. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices