The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 341 - Deer Hunting vs Turkey Hunting - Techniques and Traditions - Parker McDonald In this episode, Adam Miller and Parker McDonald dive into the transition from whitetail to turkey hunting, exploring the differences in strategy, seasonal behavior, and the unique challenges of each. They discuss the impact…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 340 - The Buck of a Lifetime: Chaos and Camaraderie - Cory Godar and Lane Housner In this conversation, Adam Miller hosts Cory Godar and Lane Housner as they discuss their recent hunting adventures in Nebraska. The discussion covers their friendship, the planning and execution of their hunt, the challenges…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 339 - Hunting Smarter, Not Harder: Adapting to New Terrain & Finding More Deer - Aaron Olsen - Next Step Outdoors Aaron’s Hunting Evolution – From his early struggles in Michigan’s cedar swamps to mastering public land hunting across multiple states, Aaron shared how his experiences shaped his approach to …

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 338 - Crossbows in Archery Season: Fair Chase or Shortcut? - Nick Amunrud - Midwest Big Game Hunters Crossbows in Archery Season Debate – Nick and Adam discussed restricting crossbows to firearm and muzzleloader seasons, citing concerns over early-season hunting pressure and declining participation. Public…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 337 - Chasing the Super Slam with a Recurve - Earn Your Hunt with Jake Downs 75 Hard– Jake and Adam discuss their journeys to complete the 75 Hard Challenge and just how ridiculous they feel some of it is along with the benefits. Chasing the North American 29 with a trad bow – Jake discusses his roots in h…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 336 - Filming Hunts Made Easy: The Painted Arrow Story - Nate Hicks - Painted Arrow Painted Arrow’s Growth & Innovation – Nate Hicks shared how Painted Arrow evolved from a passion project into a successful hunting gear company, with products like the Mag Pro and Shot Mag designed for mobile hunters. Filmi…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 335 - Three States, Four Bucks, One Epic Season - DJ Riley - Latitude Method Podcast On this podcast Adam sits down with friend and host of the Latitude Method Podcast , David Riley, to discuss his epic season of killing four bucks in 3 states. We discuss tactics for out of state hunts for guys new to trav…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 334 - 2025 ATA Recap On this podcast Adam and John sit down with Nate Rozeveldt to recount their recent trip to the Archery Trade Association Show in Indianapolis. Archery Show Highlights Nate, Adam, and John reflected on their experiences at a recent archery show, noting its smaller size and fewer major b…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 333 - Mindful Meat Processing - Nick Otto - The Huntavore Podcast On this podcast Adam talks with good friend and host of the Huntavore Podcast Nick Otto on venison processing, foraging, hunting with kids and more. Sustainable Food Sourcing: Adam and Nick discussed their passion for hunting and foraging, h…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 332 - Solo Public Land Kansas Buck - Nate Rozeveld - Michigan Wild Podcast On this podcast Adam talks with host of the Michigan Wild Podcast Nate Rozeveld on his recent solo trip to Kansas on which he killed his first out of state buck and his first buck on public land after 15 years of attempts. Nate has …

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 331 - Behind the Grit - Derek Bradeis - Latitude Outdoors Authentic Storytelling in "The Grit": Derek emphasizes that the show evolved into a platform to build relationships with viewers by showcasing unfiltered moments and authentic hunting experiences, improving production quality over time. Hunting Stra…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 330 - Scouting Secrets and Snow Tracking: Unlocking Late Season Deer Hunting - Johnny Stewart Early Season Challenges: John’s hunting season began with extensive scouting in Pennsylvania and West Virginia, targeting mast crop areas and clear cuts. Despite his efforts, these spots underperformed, leading hi…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 329 - Michigan's Hunting Dilemma: Balancing Tradition and Regulation - Josh Arbogast Deer Behavior and Hunting Challenges: Josh shared impactful observations of deer behavior during a trip to Illinois and a solo hunt in Michigan, where he targeted a specific elusive buck. Both hosts discussed the role of u…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 328 - Late Season Bow Maintenance Tips Every Hunter Should Know John’s Return to Bowhunting: After a two-year hiatus due to house renovations, John returned to bowhunting and faced several challenges, including competing with other hunters for spots and equipment mishaps like dropping his bow rope. Despite…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 327 - In-Season Scouting Hacks: Finding Next Years Success in the Late Season -Jake Berghuis Jake’s Hunting Journey: Jake Burghuis shares his hunting experience, emphasizing the importance of finding "edges" in public land as key deer habitats and discussing his evolution from hunting fawns with a stick bo…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 326 - Kayaks, Bucks, and In Season Hustle: Hunting Tennessee's Waterways Reflections on a Tennessee Hunting Adventure: The group highlights the importance of water access, which enabled them to explore less crowded areas and create a unique hunting experience. Adapting Strategies for Success: Through scout…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 325 - Small Bucks and Big Lessons - Eric Clark - Okayest Hunter Balancing Family and Hunting - Eric opens up about the challenges of balancing hunting time with family commitments, reflecting on reduced time outdoors and shifting priorities. Defying Industry Pressures - Both hunters discuss the pressure wi…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 324 - Water Access, Transition Lines & Gut Feelings - Eric Nelson Adam and Eric discussed their hunting strategies, focusing on the importance of water access, transition lines, and understanding deer behavior and movement patterns. They also shared their experiences of hunting in challenging environments,…

From First-Time Hunter to Veteran: The Growth at Deer Camp Camaraderie and Learning: Adam and Joseph emphasized the camaraderie and learning opportunities at deer camp, where experienced hunters share knowledge with others in a supportive, non-competitive environment. Therapeutic Benefits: They discussed the personal and therapeutic effects of the …

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 323 - Precision, Patience, and Imperfect Shots: An Epic Start to Deer Season Traditional Bow Hunting Success Adam shared his journey of taking down his first doe with a traditional bow, emphasizing the precision and patience needed for success. Strategic Hunting Techniques Adam and Byron discussed key stra…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 322 - If You Miss That Elk, I Will Cut Your Bowstring - DIY Colorado Elk Adam, Frank and Ernie sit down and recount their trip to Colorado for a DIY Private/Public Land elk hunt and how Frank was able to finally draw his bow after 5 long years and harvest a bull elk. https://www.spartanforge.ai - save 25% …

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 321 - Public Land vs Private Land - Can We All Get Along? - Nate Rozeveld - Michigan Wild Podcast Adam sits down with the host of the Michigan Wild Podcast to discuss the upcoming season and the differences between public land and private land hunting. Targeting higher age class deer and using public land …

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 320 - The Legacy of Michigan Hunting - Kevin Vistisen - Deer Hunter Podcast Family-Oriented Hunting: Adam and Kevin discuss involving their children in hunting, with a focus on Adam's daughter's shooting with an eye patch. Season Changes and Frustration: They express concerns about unclear changes in Michi…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 319 - Spartan Forge: Merging Tradition and Technology in Hunting - Bill Thompson Spartan Forge: Evolution and Philosophy – Bill reflects on his journey in creating Spartan Forge, originally for personal use, now a full-time success. He shares insights on balancing work, passion, and upcoming hunting plans.…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 318 - Early Season Strategies Every Hunter Should Know - Jacob Emery - DO3 Outdoors Early Season Strategies: Adam and Jacob discussed effective strategies for early season hunting, focusing on the importance of patience, observation, and adapting to deer behavior as environmental factors change. Camaraderi…

The Benefits of an Unconventional Hunting Approach: Adam and Alex explore the idea of entering the hunting season unprepared, discussing how this method can enhance the hunting experience. They emphasize the importance of adaptability and learning through experience rather than over-preparing. Effective Hunting Strategies and Terrain Adaptation: Al…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 317 - Adjusting Your Hunting Mindset - Matt Lehr - Mobile Hunters Dojo On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam sits down with friend and fellow podcaster Matt Lehr to discuss some of the pitfalls that come along with hosting a hunting podcast, killing a memorable deer and being a hunter in…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 316 - The Unfortunate Truth of How Hunting Regulations Get Passed - Jordan Hoover On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam sit down with Whitetail Advocate and future Michigan NRC hopeful Jordan Hoover to discuss how hunting regulations are passed in the state of Michigan and what actually …

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 315 - Choosing Your Water Access Vessel - Jeff Klump - Water Feather Boats On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam has good friend and hunting buddy Eric Nelson in studio to talk with Jeff Klump from Water Feather Boats to discuss water access and the differences of the types of boats out …

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 314 - Setting Lofty Goals - Joseph Davis - Generations to Hunt Podcast On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam sits down to talk good friend and host of the Generations to Hunt Podcast Joseph Davis about his journey into hunting, archery, podcasting and then into the thought process behind…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 313 - Unlocking the Mystery of The Red Moon - Adam Hays - Team 200 On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam sits down to talk with owner of the Red Moon Guide and creator of the Team 200 outdoor program Adam Hays to discuss how animals not just whitetail deer act when the moon is in differe…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 312 - Up Your Hunting Game with Bowhunting League - Ben Harrison - Brad Collings On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam sits down to talk with Ben Harrison and Brad Collings about the Bowhunting League. What it is and how it has become so popular as well as built a community around “compe…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 311 - Extreme Innovation - Delta Mckenzie X-Ray Series Targets - Hunter Wilson and Brandon Perelli On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam sits down to talk with Hunter Wilson and Brandon Perelli of Big Shot / Delta McKenzie targets to discuss the new Delta McKenzie X-Ray Series targets an…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 310 - Discussing Michigans Natural Resource Commission Reccomendations - Adam Lewis - Deer IQ On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam collaborates with Adam Lewis and the Deer IQ Podcast to discuss the Michigan NRC recommendations for the upcoming deer season and approach them from two dif…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 309 - E-Bike Evolution - Dieter Kochan - Face Off Hunting E-Bike / Lone Wolf Custom Gear Collaboration On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam sits down with owner of Face Off Hunting E-Bikes to talk about the rebranding of the company, the evolution of e-bikes, limitations, trailers and t…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 308 -650$ Bear Paradigm VS 1430$ Mathews Lift - Can it Compete? On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam and John talk about the comparison of 2 very similar bows in two very different price ranges, the Bear Paradigm and the Mathews Lift. - The premise - Specs - Setup and Tuning - Shooting …

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 307 - Deer Camp in June - Total Archery Challenge 2024 On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam and John discuss the evolution of their feelings about the Total Archery Challenge over the last 7 years and the impact it has made on their shooting, their gear and their expectations. https://w…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 306 - BHC West Patreon Bear Camp 2024 - Tom Taylor On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam sits down with good friend Tom Taylor to discuss the events of the past week at the Patreon Bear Camp in Montana. Tom is a novice bear hunter himself and was able to take a bear on the 8th day of the…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 305 - I Fell From My Saddle - Why You Should Always Check Your Gear - Chris Coon On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam sits down with good friend Chris Coon to discuss safety while hunting from a saddle and one sticking. We have all had mistakes while hunting and all had close calls but …

Five Minute Fix - Making This Year Your Best Hunting Season Yet In todays episode of the Five Minute Fix we discuss making purposeful decisions to improve your success this season. Not a piece of gear, but plan to be more present in the woods. https://www.spartanforge.ai - save 25% with code bowhunter https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com https://www.zi…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 304 - Off Season Tactics to Have Your Best Season Yet - David Riley - The Method Podcast On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam sits down with good friend David Riley to discuss what hunters who are solely focused on whitetails are doing in the "off season". What is David doing this time …

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 303 - The Slippery Slope of Hunter Infighting - Josh Mapes - Overdrive Outdoors On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam sits down with good friend Josh Mapes to discuss the things that have taken place over the last few months in terms of the predator hunting regulations in the state of Mi…

Five Minute Fix - Three Pieces of Gear to Bring on Every Trip In todays episode of the Five Minute Fix we discuss my top 3 pieces of gear that go with me just about everywhere. A lightweight rain jacket, a light to midnight quarter zip and a packable puffy jacket. A couple good choices include the Drake MST Puffy Jacket - https://amzn.to/3QDXwYu Bl…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 302 - Being Intentional in the Woods and On the Range - Greg Litzinger On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam sits down with good friend Greg Litzinger to talk about target vs hunting in the priority scheme. Hunting mindset vs Target Archery mindset Prioritizing hunting vs archery Focusin…

Five Minute Fix - What to Bring to the Total Archery Challenge In todays episode of the Five Minute Fix we discuss what to bring to the Total Archery Challenge. How many arrows? Tools? Water? Snacks? Hip Quiver or Backpack? https://www.spartanforge.ai - save 25% with code bowhunter https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com https://www.zingerfletches.com htt…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 301 - Archery as Therapy - HHA USA Mission 28 On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam sits down with fellow veterans and also members of the Bowhunter Chronicles Patreon group , Brand Collings and Jack Langlois , to record a podcast at the HHA USA event about the value of archery in the ve…

Five Minute Fix - Which Part of Your Bow Will Fail You? In todays episode of the Five Minute Fix we discuss problem and wear items on your bow as well as tips to make sure nothing has changed or shifted on your bow since the last time you sighted it in. https://www.spartanforge.ai - save 25% with code bowhunter https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com http…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 300 On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles podcast Adam, John and Frank sit down to reflect over the last 6.5 years of producing a podcast and what they have learned and taken away from all of the many conversations that have taken place. https://www.spartanforge.ai - save 25% with code bowhunter http…

Five Minute Fix - Bino Harnesses - The Love Hate Relationship In todays episode of the Five Minute Fix we discuss the binocular harness and the love hate relationship for the whitetail hunter. Is it a great piece of gear ? Yes. Can it be cumbersome as hell? Yes. What is your take? https://www.spartanforge.ai - save 25% with code bowhunter https://w…

The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 299 - The Anatomy of a Food Plot - Al Tomechko - Vitalize Seed On this podcast Adam sits down with Al Tomechko from Vitalize seed to go into all things soil biology. We talk about what it takes to get a truly 1-2 system and how certain plants bacteria and fungus can help you be able to put in a little less…