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Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsSo long, but not goodbye There comes a time to know when to quit, this is that episode. I won’t get into all the details here but I did say when Nick and I restarted recording episodes that if I decided it was time to stop I would be sure to let everyone know this time instead of just disappearing. In this episode we announce the winner of Nick’s hardcover edition of Clumsy Predators and then we get into why it is time to wrap things up for the podcast. The content on YouTube may continue sporadically but so far as the podc...2024-09-0136 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsSo long, but not goodbye There comes a time to no when to quit, this is that episode. I won’t get into all the details here but I did say when Nick and I restarted recording episodes that if I decided it was time to stop I would be sure to let everyone know this time instead of just disappearing. In this episode we announce the winner of Nick’s hardcover edition of Clumsy Predators and then we get into why it is time to wrap things up for the podcast. The content on YouTube may continue sporadically but so far as the podc...2024-09-0136 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsRecords and Recurves Nick and I spend a bit of time catching up and then jump into a discussion about vinyl records. I know this is a bit out of the ordinary but we had spoken at the end of our last episode about how vinyl records had made such a comeback and the similarities between traditional archery/bowhunting and vinyl records. As you will hear we are a bit passionate about both and Nick and I really had a good time with this episode. We hope you enjoy it as well. Also, at the beginning and end of the...2024-08-111h 05

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsRecords and Recurves Nick and I spend a bit of time catching up and then jump into a discussion about vinyl records. I know this is a bit out of the ordinary but we had spoken at the end of our last episode about how vinyl records had made such a comeback and the similarities between traditional archery/bowhunting and vinyl records. As you will hear we are a bit passionate about both and Nick and I really had a good time with this episode. We hope you enjoy it as well. Also, at the beginning and end of the...2024-08-111h 05

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsProud AncestorsNick and I spend a bit of time having a discussion about a recent Facebook post that got our attention. The post we are talking about asked the question: "would our great grandfathers would be proud of the pursuit of trophy whitetails by hunters today?". There was a good bit more about that post to unpack and Nick and I just had a conversation much like we would have done had we been sitting around a campfire. Nothing we say here was meant to be an attack on the individual that made the post, we do understand the point...2024-07-0747 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsProud AncestorsNick and I spend a bit of time having a discussion about a recent Facebook post that got our attention. The post we are talking about asked the question: "would our great grandfathers would be proud of the pursuit of trophy whitetails by hunters today?". There was a good bit more about that post to unpack and Nick and I just had a conversation much like we would have done had we been sitting around a campfire. Nothing we say here was meant to be an attack on the individual that made the post, we do understand the point...2024-07-0747 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTurkeys, Dead Batteries and Chili Nick and I spend a bit of time catching up on spring activities…….Nick is off to an interesting start to 2024! Please subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform and leave a rating and review. I would also appreciate ideas for future podcasts and feedback on this or other episodes. So feel free to reach out to me at the email address “bowhunterga@gmail.com”. The post Turkeys, Dead Batteries and Chili appeared first on Traditional Outdoors. 2024-05-2749 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTurkeys, Dead Batteries and Chili Nick and I spend a bit of time catching up on spring activities…….Nick is off to an interesting start to 2024! Please subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform and leave a rating and review. I would also appreciate ideas for future podcasts and feedback on this or other episodes. So feel free to reach out to me at the email address “bowhunterga@gmail.com”. The post Turkeys, Dead Batteries and Chili appeared first on Traditional Outdoors. 2024-05-2749 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 142 – 2023 RevisitedNick rejoins me for a podcast recording session for the first time in over a year. We spend the time catching up and sharing insights into our 2023 Whitetail seasons. I personally made it out very little with a longbow in ’23 but I did return to hunting with both Blackpowder and firearms in 23 and Nick shares some details about multiple opportunities and some lessons learned. Please subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform and leave a rating and review. I would also appreciate ideas for future podcasts and feedback on this or other episodes. So feel fr...2024-02-261h 04

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsT.O. Episode 142 – 2023 RevisitedNick rejoins me for a podcast recording session for the first time in over a year. We spend the time catching up and sharing insights into our 2023 Whitetail seasons. I personally made it out very little with a longbow in ’23 but I did return to hunting with both Blackpowder and firearms in 23 and Nick shares some details about multiple opportunities and some lessons learned. Please subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform and leave a rating and review. I would also appreciate ideas for future podcasts and feedback on this or other episodes. So feel fr...2024-02-261h 04

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsT.O. Episode 135 – Thanksgiving 2022 with Nick ViauEpisode 135 Nick joins the podcast for a Thanksgiving 2022 episode to catch on success for the 2022 Whitetail season. Nick had success in early November at the Michigan Deer camp he nicknamed “Camp Classy” years ago. I also have had success with a nice 8 point buck in North Carolina with a muzzleloader and a public land doe with my longbow “Yankee”. On the day we recorded this episode I had morning success with a nice GA buck but that story is for a future episode. We hope you enjoy this episode and Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Please subscribe to the podcast...2022-11-2347 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 135 – Thanksgiving 2022 with Nick ViauEpisode 135 Nick joins the podcast for a Thanksgiving 2022 episode to catch on success for the 2022 Whitetail season. Nick had success in early November at the Michigan Deer camp he nicknamed “Camp Classy” years ago. I also have had success with a nice 8 point buck in North Carolina with a muzzleloader and a public land doe with my longbow “Yankee”. On the day we recorded this episode I had morning success with a nice GA buck but that story is for a future episode. We hope you enjoy this episode and Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Please subscribe to the podcast...2022-11-2347 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsT.O. Episode 127 – Rory Wiske, Traditional Renaissance ManThis week Nick and I sit down with a true renaissance man in the traditional community, Mr. Rory Wiske. We discuss traditional bowhunting, fly fishing and fly tying. It was a great chance to catch up with someone I have been friends with on Facebook for a long time but never actually been able to speak with. It was a ton of fun and Nick and I hope you enjoy it as much as we did! The Traditional Outdoors podcast is sponsored by St. Joe River Bows Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or...2022-03-201h 09

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 127 – Rory Wiske, Traditional Renaissance ManThis week Nick and I sit down with a true renaissance man in the traditional community, Mr. Rory Wiske. We discuss traditional bowhunting, fly fishing and fly tying. It was a great chance to catch up with someone I have been friends with on Facebook for a long time but never actually been able to speak with. It was a ton of fun and Nick and I hope you enjoy it as much as we did! The Traditional Outdoors podcast is sponsored by St. Joe River Bows Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or...2022-03-201h 09

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 120 – Success in MichiganIn this episode Nick and I sit down after I return from hunting with Nick, Thom, Jamey Burkhead and his son Nathan, Jon Mudry, Bob Bones and John Buchin. Nick gets to share his success from that hunt and we spent a bit of time talking about the hunt overall. We hope you enjoy! This episode is sponsored by St. Joe River Bows Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review. We would also appreciate ideas for future podcasts so let us know what you would like...2021-11-211h 27

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsT.O. Episode 120 – Success in MichiganIn this episode Nick and I sit down after I return from hunting with Nick, Thom, Jamey Burkhead and his son Nathan, Jon Mudry, Bob Bones and John Buchin. Nick gets to share his success from that hunt and we spent a bit of time talking about the hunt overall. We hope you enjoy! This episode is sponsored by St. Joe River Bows Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review. We would also appreciate ideas for future podcasts so let us know what you would like...2021-11-211h 27

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 116 – Good-bye to my dearest friend, hello to new bows and to future adventuresI am dedicating Episode #116 to my dearest friend and my wife of 23 years, Mrs. Lorrie Angell. I begin the show with an update regarding my wife. For anyone that does not know Lorrie lost her battle with cancer on August 22nd. From there Nick and I have a couple of new bows to chat about which leads into arrow dialog and we wrap up with discussions about the 2021 fall hunting season and future adventures planned or being planned. Should be a lot of excitement coming in the next year or so and we hope to have a lot to...2021-09-1258 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsT.O. Episode 116 – Good-bye to my dearest friend, hello to new bows and to future adventuresI am dedicating Episode #116 to my dearest friend and my wife of 23 years, Mrs. Lorrie Angell. I begin the show with an update regarding my wife. For anyone that does not know Lorrie lost her battle with cancer on August 22nd. From there Nick and I have a couple of new bows to chat about which leads into arrow dialog and we wrap up with discussions about the 2021 fall hunting season and future adventures planned or being planned. Should be a lot of excitement coming in the next year or so and we hope to have a lot to...2021-09-1258 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 113 – Flyfishing Ramblings and MoreIn Episode #113, Nick and I catch up after a short hiatus. I give everyone an update on why the break was required, my wife’s health and a thank you for all the support we have received. Then Nick and I spend some time chatting about the 3d target season and shoots across the country and then about flyfishing, flytying and more. We hope you enjoy. This episode is sponsored by St. Joe River Bows Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review. We would also appreciate id...2021-04-0557 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsT.O. Episode 113 – Flyfishing Ramblings and MoreIn Episode #113, Nick and I catch up after a short hiatus. I give everyone an update on why the break was required, my wife’s health and a thank you for all the support we have received. Then Nick and I spend some time chatting about the 3d target season and shoots across the country and then about flyfishing, flytying and more. We hope you enjoy. This episode is sponsored by St. Joe River Bows Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review. We would also appreciate id...2021-04-0557 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsT.O. Episode 109 – Whitetails, Rabbits and more with Bryan Miller In Episode #109, Nick and I have a great chat with Bryan Miller. Bryan is one of those individuals that spends a ton of time in the outdoors. He participates in everything from traditional bowhunting for whitetails to chasing snowshoe hares and even attending local 3d shoots. We had a great chat with Bryan and hope you enjoy it as much as Nick and I did. Also, as mentioned in the intro, for those that have reached out to me regarding the news of my wife’s current health situation, thank you so much for reaching out. If yo...2020-12-211h 18

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 109 – Whitetails, Rabbits and more with Bryan Miller In Episode #109, Nick and I have a great chat with Bryan Miller. Bryan is one of those individuals that spends a ton of time in the outdoors. He participates in everything from traditional bowhunting for whitetails to chasing snowshoe hares and even attending local 3d shoots. We had a great chat with Bryan and hope you enjoy it as much as Nick and I did. Also, as mentioned in the intro, for those that have reached out to me regarding the news of my wife’s current health situation, thank you so much for reaching out. If yo...2020-12-211h 18

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 100 – Recapping our first 99 Episodes with special guest “The Podfather”In Episode #100, The gang is all here! Myself, Nick and Thom all come together to discuss our first 99 episodes of the podcast. Our favorite guests, moments and memories from the show and who else better to join us in this discussion than Jason Samkowiak…..aka “The Podfather”! When you listen I think it will be easy to hear that we all had an absolute blast recording this. Lots of laughs, some good humored ribbing among great friends and a little discussion about the future of the show. All in all a ton of fun. We hope you enjoy! This...2020-08-161h 22

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 99 – OTG Challenge the FinaleIn Episode #99, Nick and I wrap up our On The Ground Challenge series. This week we discuss what you can do now to prepare OTG locations for this fall. We also cover equipment we use while hunting OTG that we have found to be beneficial and a few that we did not care for as well. Lots of good information here and don’t forget we want to hear from you if you have success this fall hunting OTG!!!. This episode is sponsored by Great Northern Bowhunting Company Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or...2020-08-031h 04

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 97 – Building split bamboo fly rods with Derek SheehanIn Episode #97, Nick and I have a great conversation with our mutual good friend Derek Sheehan. Derek has recently started building absolutely gorgeous split bamboo fly rods. We wanted to have him on to hear more about this hobby and catch up with a good friend at the same time. We hope you enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Everglades Angling and Eco-Tourss Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review. We would also appreciate ideas for future podcasts so let us know what you would like...2020-07-061h 24

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 96 – OTG Challenge Part 2In Episode #96, Nick and I continue our conversation about hunting on the ground….or “OTG” for short. This week we are discussing behavior, terrain, wind and thermals and how these factor into the selection of an OTG ambush point. We will have at least one more of these conversations in the coming weeks so stay tuned. In the meantime we hope you enjoy this episode. This episode is sponsored by Great Northern Bowhunting Company Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review. We would also appreciate ideas for fu...2020-06-241h 03

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 95 – Covid Catch Up and the OTG ChallengeIn Episode #95, Nick and I catch up after a short hiatus. Between the Covid situation and how it has affected my day job and Nick chasing Turkeys we have been a few weeks since our last episode. We chat about what has been going on for us and jump into our first of several conversations about hunting whitetails on the ground or “OTG” for short. We will have a couple more of these conversations in the coming weeks so stay tuned. In the meantime we hope you enjoy this episode. This episode is sponsored by St. Joe Rive...2020-06-021h 09

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsT.O. Episode 95 – Covid Catch Up and the OTG ChallengeIn Episode #95, Nick and I catch up after a short hiatus. Between the Covid situation and how it has affected my day job and Nick chasing Turkeys we have been a few weeks since our last episode. We chat about what has been going on for us and jump into our first of several conversations about hunting whitetails on the ground or “OTG” for short. We will have a couple more of these conversations in the coming weeks so stay tuned. In the meantime we hope you enjoy this episode. This episode is sponsored by St. Joe Rive...2020-06-021h 09

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 93 – A not so “dull” chat about things to do while social distancing In Episode #93 Nick and I discuss some ideas for things ourdoorsmen can be working on even if they are unable to venture out into the fields and streams. One of those being spending time learning to sharpen broadheads. Already good at sharpening? Perhaps learn another method to get your heads ready for use. We also chat about a few other things you might want to do or give a first try while waiting for our lives to return to normal. We hope you find something useful this week and that everyone is staying safe and healty. Please...2020-04-131h 02

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 92 – Trips 4 Trade with Slade JohnstonIn Episode #92, Nick and I have a great conversation with Slade Johnston Founder and CEO of “Trips 4 Trade” (www.trips4trade.com) Trips4Trade is a community of outdoorsmen that are brought together by their enjoyment of the outdoors in one aspect or another. Learn more about Slade Johnston and Trips 4 Trade in this weeks episode. Nick and I really enjoyed speaking with Slade and we think you are going to like what he is doing with his company. Be sure to check them out at Trips 4 Trade and when you sign up be sure to use the...2020-04-0656 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsT.O. Episode 92 – Trips 4 Trade with Slade JohnstonIn Episode #92, Nick and I have a great conversation with Slade Johnston Founder and CEO of “Trips 4 Trade” (www.trips4trade.com) Trips4Trade is a community of outdoorsmen that are brought together by their enjoyment of the outdoors in one aspect or another. Learn more about Slade Johnston and Trips 4 Trade in this weeks episode. Nick and I really enjoyed speaking with Slade and we think you are going to like what he is doing with his company. Be sure to check them out at Trips 4 Trade and when you sign up be sure to use the...2020-04-0656 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 91 – Corey Bailey, aka “Basinboy” .In Episode #91, after months of bugging, pestering and begging I was finally able to get Corey Bailey, also known as Basinboy, on the show. Nick was not available when Corey got a break from work so you are stuck with just me for the hosting duties this week but Corey and I had a great chat and I really think you will enjoy or conversation. Also, be sure to check out our sponsor slot this week and a huge thanks to Bob Brumm!. This episode is sponsored by Great Northern Bowhunting Company Please subscribe to...2020-03-291h 00

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 90 – Covid Induced Book ReviewEpisode #90 With the Coronovirus situation and knowing lots of folks are either choosing to be quarantined, playing it safe or perhaps just at home with kids that are not in school due to closings, Nick and I thought it would be good to pick a few of our favorite traditional bowhunting books and share a bit of information with you about these and perhaps give you something to do while stuck at home. These are books both Nick and I enjoy and we not only share why but even read some excerpts for you, the listener. Stay safe everyone...2020-03-2353 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsT.O. Episode 90 – Covid Induced Book ReviewEpisode #90 With the Coronovirus situation and knowing lots of folks are either choosing to be quarantined, playing it safe or perhaps just at home with kids that are not in school due to closings, Nick and I thought it would be good to pick a few of our favorite traditional bowhunting books and share a bit of information with you about these and perhaps give you something to do while stuck at home. These are books both Nick and I enjoy and we not only share why but even read some excerpts for you, the listener. Stay safe everyone...2020-03-2353 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 89 – Heard it on FacebookEpisode #89 Nick and I take some time to catch up on everything that has been going on over the past couple of months. We chat about the MLA banquet, Nick’s article in Traditional Bowhunter Magazine and how he won a new longbow from David Darling of Kalamazoo Bow Works. We then get into a topic we have talked about offline for some time, we discuss some of the good and the bad of social media and get into a few specific areas that have left a sour taste in our mouths on Facebook lately. We did not go of...2020-03-151h 15

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsT.O. Episode 89 – Heard it on FacebookEpisode #89 Nick and I take some time to catch up on everything that has been going on over the past couple of months. We chat about the MLA banquet, Nick’s article in Traditional Bowhunter Magazine and how he won a new longbow from David Darling of Kalamazoo Bow Works. We then get into a topic we have talked about offline for some time, we discuss some of the good and the bad of social media and get into a few specific areas that have left a sour taste in our mouths on Facebook lately. We did not go of...2020-03-151h 15

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 87 – Bob Brumm of Great Northern Bowhunting Inc.In Episode #87 Nick and I welcome Bob Brumm of Great Northern Longbows Inc to the show. We chat about Bob’s transition into running all operations at Great Northern, the 2020 Kalamazoo Expo and more importantly the upcoming Traditional & Classic Archery Trade Show, a new event Bob has big plans for. The first one occurring in just a few weeks on March 7th! We have been trying to get Bob to come on the show for a couple years now, we sure were glad to hear when he finally was ready to do it. This episode is sponsored by...2020-02-211h 00

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 86 – “Hog Huntin” with Jason SamkowiakEpisode #86 Nick and I welcome Jason Samkowiak back to the show. Jason has been making trips back and forth from Michigan to Georgia chasing hogs as a means of staying in the woods after deer seasons have closed. With a hog hunt on the horizon for myself I thought it would be a great opportunity to do a hog hunting episode and hear how Jason plans for his hunts. We also get to hear about his recent success in south GA. It is always a blast having Jason on and we hope you enjoy it as well. ...2020-02-161h 10

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsT.O. Episode 84 – “Chasin It” with Neil Summers and Ryan TuckerEpisode #84 finds Nick and I recording with our friends Neil Summers and Ryan Tucker. Neil has recently re-launched a project of his called “Chasin It”, and Ryan was the winner of the bow giveaway we did back during the summer. Neil and Ryan are good friends so it just made sense for all of us to sit down and have a conversation while at the Expo. We had a fantastic conversation that we hope you enjoy. This episode is sponsored by St Joe River Bows Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher and leav...2020-02-031h 19

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #81 – We’re Back!!! Kicking off 2020!In episode 81 Nick and I catch up on whats been going on in the fall of 2020, explain where we have been and discuss what we have in store for 2020. It was great catching up and we are both excited and looking forward to what 2020 will bring to us in the outdoors and for what we have in store for the podcast and more. Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review. We would also appreciate ideas for future podcasts so let us know what you would like to hear...2020-01-0154 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #79 – Jamey Burkhead, Keeping with TraditionsIn episode 79 Nick and I sit down with our good friend Jamey Burkhead to chat about bow building, traditional bowhunting and more. This was a great conversation with good friends about what we are passinate about….bowhunting. This episode is sponsored by Great Northern Bowhunting Company Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review. We would also appreciate ideas for future podcasts so let us know what you would like to hear or make recommendations for guests on the show.The post Traditional Outdoors Podcast – Epis...2019-10-2456 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #78 – Our Memorable Hunting StoriesIn episode 78 Thom, Nick and I each tell one of our most memorable hunting stories. To set the stage I asked the guys to join me to tell one hunting related story that means a lot to them and not much else. The stories each one brought to this episode did not surprise me in the least and just affirmed for me the sort of hunting buddies I choose to share the woods with. If you are looking for “Whack em!” or “Smoked him” stories then you will be disappointed. But if you want genuine hunting experiences and the emotions...2019-10-091h 07

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #75 – Trad Bowhunting with Pat KellyIn episode 75 Nick and I welcome fellow traditional bowhunter Pat Kelly to the show. The original plan was to cover all hunting topics with Pat but we had such a great time listening about his recent hunt in Africa that we never made it to his successes here in the states…..so look for another episode with Pat in the future. But for this week it is all about hunting the Dark Continent for Cape Buffalo and Plains game. We think you will enjoy this awesome conversation with Pat. Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or St...2019-09-031h 23

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #73 – Bows, Books and Big Cats with David TetzlaffIn episode 73 I sit down with Traditional Bowhunter David Tetzlaff. Both Nick and I met and spent a good bit of time chatting with David at the 2019 Compton’s Rendezvous and just knew we had to get him on the show. In this episode we talk about David’s path to becoming a traditional bowhunter, his contributions to Traditional Bowhunter Magazine, his role with Compton Traditional Bowhunters and his life spent raising and training big cats and more! This episode is sponsored by Great Northern Bowhunting Company Be sure to check out the books David ment...2019-08-121h 23

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #72 – Saddle Hunting Q&A for the Traditional BowuhunterIn episode 72 Nick and I discuss the current Saddle Hunting resurgence and as a hunter who has used a saddle a bit over the past year I try to answer some of Nick’s questions about use, effectiveness and it if is as good as some would have you believe. I love hunting from a saddle but at the same time I do not feel it is the “one size fits all” solution that some would have you believe. In this episode we discuss pros and cons, cover saddle terminology and talk about both equipment needed for saddle...2019-08-051h 19

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #72 – Saddle Hunting Q&A for the Traditional BowuhunterIn episode 72 Nick and I discuss the current Saddle Hunting resurgence and as a hunter who has used a saddle a bit over the past year I try to answer some of Nick’s questions about use, effectiveness and it if is as good as some would have you believe. I love hunting from a saddle but at the same time I do not feel it is the “one size fits all” solution that some would have you believe. In this episode we discuss pros and cons, cover saddle terminology and talk about both equipment needed for saddle...2019-08-051h 19

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #71 – Our Top Ten Things to do Before Deer Season 2019In episode 71 Nick and I each compiled a list of the top ten things we would recommend everyone should do between now and the start of deer season, which for some of us is just over one month away. We reviewed our separate lists and then compiled them into our final list and discuss them at length here. For budding traditional bowhunters I feel this is a great way to check your preparedness for the upcoming season, for veterans maybe a chance to look at something differently or perhaps hear something you had not thought of. We would love...2019-07-291h 15

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #70 – The Kilted Bowyer, an Evening with David Darling of Kalamazoo Bow WorksIn Episode #70 Nick and I are joined by “The Kilted Bowyer, Mr. David Darling of Kalamazoo Bow Works. I met David at the 2019 Compton’s Rendezvous and after speaking with him for about 10 minutes asked if he would be willing to join us for an episode. He immediately said “SURE!” so we scheduled it and made it happen! In this episode we discuss how David got into the business of making bows, his bow models and where he plans to take Kalamazoo Bow Works in the future and we managed to fit in a little hunting chat as well. We hope...2019-07-221h 19

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #68 – Interview with Rashid “Dutch” KahnIn episode 68 Nick and I are joined by Mr. Rashid Kahn while on site at the Compton Traditional Bowhunter’s Rendezvous in Michigan. We chat about traditional archery in Rashid’s home country of England, his desire to hunt with traditional archery gear in a country where bowhunting is prohibited. We also discuss Rashid’s planned bowhunt in the United States in 2020, his first bowhunt ever. We hope you enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Great Northern Bowhunting Company Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review. We wou...2019-07-0858 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #67 – Live at Compton’s Rendezvous with Monty Browning and Bryan BurkhardtIn episode 67 Nick and I recorded an episode with Monty Browning and Bryan Burkhardt live at the 2019 Rendezvous of Compton Traditional Bowhunters. We even had a special, yet unknown, guest join us briefly at the end of the live recording. This was a lot of fun and the first we have recorded live in front of an audience. Some of the questions asked of our guests were submitted by visitors to the Traditional Outdoors booth under the big tent. Both Monty and Bryan are amazing guys to interview and have some great stories to tell. We hope you enjoy!2019-07-0104 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #66 – Recapping the 2019 Compton Traditional Bowhunters Rendezvous with Dennis HarperIn episode 66 Nick and I recap our experiences and thoughts on the 2019 Rendezvous of Compton Traditional Bowhunters held last week in Berrien Springs Michigan. Also, we include a 30 minute segment we recorded [...] The post Traditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #66 – Recapping the 2019 Compton Traditional Bowhunters Rendezvous with Dennis Harper appeared first on Traditional Outdoors.2019-06-241h 14

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #65 – Common Sense Fly FIshing with Brian Flechsig of Mad River OutfittersEpisode #65 welcomes Brian Fleschig of Mad River Outfitters to the show. Brian and Mad River have one of THE best YouTube channels for Fly Fishing guides and “How To’s”. His simple and down to earth style of explaining everything fly fishing from the basic to the complex is second to none. When Nick first began getting interested in trying his hand at Fly Fishing I immediately shared the Mad River You Tube channel and at the same time started wanting Brian as a guest of the show. Mad River also provides guide services and is a full b...2019-06-171h 25

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #62 – Backcountry Fly Fishing with Katie Burgert of Fish UntamedIn Episode #62 Nick and I have a great conversation with Katie Burgert owner of Fish Untamed. We talk backcountry fly fishing and so much more. This episode is sponsored by Everglades Angling and Eco-Tours Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review. We would also appreciate ideas for future podcasts so let us know what you would like to hear or make recommendations for guests on the show.The post Traditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #62 – Backcountry Fly Fishing with Katie Burgert of Fish Untamed appeared first on T...2019-05-271h 27

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #59 – Don’t be a Wall Flower, Get Involved!In Episode #59 Nick and I sit down to chat about our activities so far in 2019 and more importantly we get into some conversation about various local, state and national arecher, bowhunting and general hunting organizations we are involved with and why it is so important that you join these type of organizations and get involved in what they have going on. We hope you enjoy! Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review. We would also appreciate ideas for future podcasts so let us know what you would like...2019-05-0659 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #49 – Upland Bird Hunting with Will Jenkins of The Will to HuntIn Episode #49 Steve and Nick welcome Will Jenkins to the show to discuss his newest outdoor passion, Upland Bird Hunting. Nick and I both met Will somewhere around late 2011 to early 2012 through social media. It was around this time that Will was launching The Will to Hunt, Nick was just starting blogging with what would become Life and Longbows and I was in the early stages of starting Simply Traditional. Though we have known each other for many years, neither Nick nor I have met Will face to face so it was great to finally at least get to...2019-02-181h 11

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #49 – Upland Bird Hunting with Will Jenkins of The Will to HuntIn Episode #49 Steve and Nick welcome Will Jenkins to the show to discuss his newest outdoor passion, Upland Bird Hunting. Nick and I both met Will somewhere around late 2011 to early 2012 through social media. It was around this time that Will was launching The Will to Hunt, Nick was just starting blogging with what would become Life and Longbows and I was in the early stages of starting Simply Traditional. Though we have known each other for many years, neither Nick nor I have met Will face to face so it was great to finally at least get to...2019-02-181h 11

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #46 – Wrapping up 2018 with Steve, Nick and Thom In Episode #46 I sit down with both of my co-hosts, Nick and Thom to discuss hunts and adventures that we have not discussed on the show or perhaps just briefly touched on. We put a wrapper on 2018 and discuss some goals for 2019. There are some real gems in this episode, we hope you enjoy it. This episode is sponsored by Life and Longbows Show Notes: Intro to the show Camp hAmbush Hog Hunt Nick’s Turkey Season Thom returns to Wild Things and has a memorable hunt Nick takes up a new ho...2019-01-281h 21

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #46 – Wrapping up 2018 with Steve, Nick and Thom In Episode #46 I sit down with both of my co-hosts, Nick and Thom to discuss hunts and adventures that we have not discussed on the show or perhaps just briefly touched on. We put a wrapper on 2018 and discuss some goals for 2019. There are some real gems in this episode, we hope you enjoy it. This episode is sponsored by Life and Longbows Show Notes: Intro to the show Camp hAmbush Hog Hunt Nick’s Turkey Season Thom returns to Wild Things and has a memorable hunt Nick takes up a new ho...2019-01-281h 21

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #44 – Immersing Kids Into Hunting with Clay Hayes of Twisted StaveIn Episode #44 Nick and I are proud to have Clay Hayes on the show. For anyone that does not know Clay (where have you been hiding??) Clay produces some of the most amazing hunting videos you will ever see. He is a traditional / primitive bowhunter, author, accomplished bowyer and an amazing voice for bowhunters. Clay owns the Twisted Stave website where he offers bowbuilding classes, his books, links to his valuable youtube videos and more. You can also find his videos on his YouTube Channel Clay Hayes Traditional and you may also want to check out series of videos...2019-01-141h 38

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #44 – Immersing Kids Into Hunting with Clay Hayes of Twisted StaveIn Episode #44 Nick and I are proud to have Clay Hayes on the show. For anyone that does not know Clay (where have you been hiding??) Clay produces some of the most amazing hunting videos you will ever see. He is a traditional / primitive bowhunter, author, accomplished bowyer and an amazing voice for bowhunters. Clay owns the Twisted Stave website where he offers bowbuilding classes, his books, links to his valuable youtube videos and more. You can also find his videos on his YouTube Channel Clay Hayes Traditional and you may also want to check out series of videos...2019-01-141h 38

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #42 – The Hills Have Eyes with Hendrie Javier of Kastuk BowcraftIn Episode #42 we put a wrap on episodes of 2018 as Nick and I welcome longtime acquaintance Hendrie Javier to the podcast. Both Nick and I met Hendrie through the now defunct Stick and String Magazine many years ago Hendrie has been making and selling bows on the Kashtuk Bowcraft website for many years and fairly recently has started offering up absolutely stunning Traditional Black Powder arms as well. So be sure to take a moment to check out his website. Show Notes: Intro to the show Welcome Mr. Hendrie Javier How we all...2018-12-311h 30

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #42 – The Hills Have Eyes with Hendrie Javier of Kastuk BowcraftIn Episode #42 we put a wrap on episodes of 2018 as Nick and I welcome longtime acquaintance Hendrie Javier to the podcast. Both Nick and I met Hendrie through the now defunct Stick and String Magazine many years ago Hendrie has been making and selling bows on the Kashtuk Bowcraft website for many years and fairly recently has started offering up absolutely stunning Traditional Black Powder arms as well. So be sure to take a moment to check out his website. Show Notes: Intro to the show Welcome Mr. Hendrie Javier How we all...2018-12-311h 30

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #40 – Escaping Winter, Flyfishing Florida with Jim DussiasIn Episode #40 Nick and I shake the winter chill by sitting down with Jim Dussias of Everglades Angling and discuss flyfishing in the warm sun of the State of Florida. We chat about Tarpon and Snook on the fly, fishing from Kayak’s and there is even a little trout fishing conversation and of course bowhunting. We hope you enjoy the conversation. This episode is sponsored by Scott Spray Custom Rods Show Notes: Intro to the show Welcome Mr. Jim Dussias Jim’s introduction to Flyfishing Flyfishing from Kayaks More about Everglades Angl...2018-12-171h 26

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #40 – Escaping Winter, Flyfishing Florida with Jim DussiasIn Episode #40 Nick and I shake the winter chill by sitting down with Jim Dussias of Everglades Angling and discuss flyfishing in the warm sun of the State of Florida. We chat about Tarpon and Snook on the fly, fishing from Kayak’s and there is even a little trout fishing conversation and of course bowhunting. We hope you enjoy the conversation. This episode is sponsored by Scott Spray Custom Rods Show Notes: Intro to the show Welcome Mr. Jim Dussias Jim’s introduction to Flyfishing Flyfishing from Kayaks More about Everglades Angl...2018-12-171h 26

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #39 – The “National Lampoon” of Hunting TripsIn Episode #39 The three amigos; myself, Thom and Nick, finally get together to relive some of our favorite hunting adventures together since 2012. You can always count on something memorable happening with this crew. It never fails, at least one humorous situation occurs when we are together. It is funny, at one point Thom says “we all do pretty well in the woods individually but not much dies when we hunt together”. That is not exactly true, we have taken animals when hunting together but for me the best part is those are not the stories we always remember when we a...2018-12-102h 01

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #39 – The “National Lampoon” of Hunting TripsIn Episode #39 The three amigos; myself, Thom and Nick, finally get together to relive some of our favorite hunting adventures together since 2012. You can always count on something memorable happening with this crew. It never fails, at least one humorous situation occurs when we are together. It is funny, at one point Thom says “we all do pretty well in the woods individually but not much dies when we hunt together”. That is not exactly true, we have taken animals when hunting together but for me the best part is those are not the stories we always remember when we a...2018-12-102h 01

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #37 – Campfire Chat with Gregg Coffey of Java Man ArcheryIn Episode #37 Gregg Coffey of Java Man Archery sits down with Nick and I for a great little campfire chat. Gregg has been a long time supporter of the podcast and Nick and I were both excited to finally find a time that worked for us to all sit down to talk bows, bowhunting, and even a little black powder experiences. Show Notes: Intro to the show Welcome to Gregg Coffey Early years as a Bowyer Bow models Little time for bowhunting Black Powder Adventures Wrap up Please subscribe to the podcast on...2018-11-261h 11

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #37 – Campfire Chat with Gregg Coffey of Java Man ArcheryIn Episode #37 Gregg Coffey of Java Man Archery sits down with Nick and I for a great little campfire chat. Gregg has been a long time supporter of the podcast and Nick and I were both excited to finally find a time that worked for us to all sit down to talk bows, bowhunting, and even a little black powder experiences. Show Notes: Intro to the show Welcome to Gregg Coffey Early years as a Bowyer Bow models Little time for bowhunting Black Powder Adventures Wrap up Please subscribe to the podcast on...2018-11-261h 11

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #32 – “Longbow Country” with Guest Chad SlagleIn Episode #32 Nick and I welcome singer, songwriter and traditional bowhunter Chad Slagle to the podcast. I have known Chad online for quite some time so it was really great to finally spend some time chatting with him verbally. We had a fantastic campfire chat and hope you will enjoy the dialog. This episode is sponsored by Javaman Archery Show Notes: Steve and Nick catching up Introduction to Chad Slagle Music and hunting, Chad’s inspiration for music Hunting out west Wrap up Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or St...2018-10-221h 13

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #32 – “Longbow Country” with Guest Chad SlagleIn Episode #32 Nick and I welcome singer, songwriter and traditional bowhunter Chad Slagle to the podcast. I have known Chad online for quite some time so it was really great to finally spend some time chatting with him verbally. We had a fantastic campfire chat and hope you will enjoy the dialog. This episode is sponsored by Javaman Archery Show Notes: Steve and Nick catching up Introduction to Chad Slagle Music and hunting, Chad’s inspiration for music Hunting out west Wrap up Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or St...2018-10-221h 13

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #31 – Mule Deer, Elk and Bears, Oh my!In Episode #31 I hand the reigns to Nick to lead a conversation with myself and Thom Jorgensen on our hunting activities so far this fall from Wyoming to deer and bear in Michigan and Georgia. It was a great conversation with good friends on our adventures thus far in 2018 and Nick will be headed to Georgia in a few weeks to hunt with me here, this was a great primer for that hunt. This episode is sponsored by True North Arrows LLC Show Notes: Introductions Wyoming hunt notes Thom’s Bear hunt Pr...2018-10-151h 29

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #31 – Mule Deer, Elk and Bears, Oh my!In Episode #31 I hand the reigns to Nick to lead a conversation with myself and Thom Jorgensen on our hunting activities so far this fall from Wyoming to deer and bear in Michigan and Georgia. It was a great conversation with good friends on our adventures thus far in 2018 and Nick will be headed to Georgia in a few weeks to hunt with me here, this was a great primer for that hunt. This episode is sponsored by True North Arrows LLC Show Notes: Introductions Wyoming hunt notes Thom’s Bear hunt Pr...2018-10-151h 29

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #19 – Urban Whitetail Tactics with Guest Crispin HenryIn Episode #19 I sit down with Crispin Henry. Crispin is an amazing hunter and has had some great success hunting whitetails inside the city limits of Atlanta and has some good advice and tips to share on how others can share the same success in urban areas where they live. I have been friends with Crispin for many years so this one was extra special for me. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed recording with him. Also, on the Passing Down Traditions segment I have Chad Allen Rischar with me to...2018-07-231h 41

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #19 – Urban Whitetail Tactics with Guest Crispin HenryIn Episode #19 I sit down with Crispin Henry. Crispin is an amazing hunter and has had some great success hunting whitetails inside the city limits of Atlanta and has some good advice and tips to share on how others can share the same success in urban areas where they live. I have been friends with Crispin for many years so this one was extra special for me. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed recording with him. Also, on the Passing Down Traditions segment I have Chad Allen Rischar with me to...2018-07-231h 41

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #17 – Tracey and David Balowski of St. Joe River BowsIn Episode #17 Nick and I are recording from the Compton Traditional Bowhunter’s Rendezvous in Berrien Springs Michigan. This episode is with Tracey and David Balowski of St. Joe River bows. Both Nick and I consider the Blaowski’s close personal friends and Tracey turns out some absolutely gorgeous bows, just ask Nick, his wife and kids or my wife Lorrie. All owners of St. Joe River bows. We hope you enjoy getting to know the Balowski’s a little better from this podcast. Also, on the Passing Down Traditions segment I discuss Senator Mike Lee and the thre...2018-07-091h 09

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #17 – Tracey and David Balowski of St. Joe River BowsIn Episode #17 Nick and I are recording from the Compton Traditional Bowhunter’s Rendezvous in Berrien Springs Michigan. This episode is with Tracey and David Balowski of St. Joe River bows. Both Nick and I consider the Blaowski’s close personal friends and Tracey turns out some absolutely gorgeous bows, just ask Nick, his wife and kids or my wife Lorrie. All owners of St. Joe River bows. We hope you enjoy getting to know the Balowski’s a little better from this podcast. Also, on the Passing Down Traditions segment I discuss Senator Mike Lee and the thre...2018-07-091h 09

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #16 – The Great Northern Story with Jerry BrummIn Episode #16 both Nick and I are recording on location at the Compton Traditional Bowhunter’s Rendezvous in Berrien Springs Michigan. We managed to pull Jerry Brumm away from his booth for about an hour to discuss bowhunting and how he came to form the Great Northern Bowhunting Company. We discussed bowhunting, Great Northern Bows and Quivers and more archery history, the Traditional Bowhunters Expo, the Great Lakes Longbow Invitational and more. Jerry Brumm in the Great Northern Shop Also this week in the “Passing Down Traditions” segment I have a chat with BHA member Erik Kr...2018-07-021h 22

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #16 – The Great Northern Story with Jerry BrummIn Episode #16 both Nick and I are recording on location at the Compton Traditional Bowhunter’s Rendezvous in Berrien Springs Michigan. We managed to pull Jerry Brumm away from his booth for about an hour to discuss bowhunting and how he came to form the Great Northern Bowhunting Company. We discussed bowhunting, Great Northern Bows and Quivers and more archery history, the Traditional Bowhunters Expo, the Great Lakes Longbow Invitational and more. Jerry Brumm in the Great Northern Shop Also this week in the “Passing Down Traditions” segment I have a chat with BHA member Erik Kr...2018-07-021h 22

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #15 – A Lifetime of Trout with Glen BlackwoodIn Episode #15 Nick is on location with life long fly fisherman Glen Blackwood. For the last 30 years, Glen has been a fly fishing instructor, guide, national sales manager, and now owns and operates the Great Lakes Fly Fishing Company in Rockford, Michigan. Glen is also known for his knowledge of American sporting literature and authors the Pages Past column for Upland Almanac magazine, as well as book reviews for the Ruffed Grouse Society’s publication. As a collector, dealer and appraiser of angling and shooting books, he has lectured on this topic and appraised collections in the Midwest. ...2018-06-251h 37

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #15 – A Lifetime of Trout with Glen BlackwoodIn Episode #15 Nick is on location with life long fly fisherman Glen Blackwood. For the last 30 years, Glen has been a fly fishing instructor, guide, national sales manager, and now owns and operates the Great Lakes Fly Fishing Company in Rockford, Michigan. Glen is also known for his knowledge of American sporting literature and authors the Pages Past column for Upland Almanac magazine, as well as book reviews for the Ruffed Grouse Society’s publication. As a collector, dealer and appraiser of angling and shooting books, he has lectured on this topic and appraised collections in the Midwest. ...2018-06-251h 37

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #11 – Q & A with Steve and NickIn Episode #11 Nick and I take a few minutes to discuss some basic or beginner questions for individuals wanting to get started fly fishing or traditional archery and traditional bowhunting. Some of these come from emails sent from listeners and some are from things we see on Social Media. We try to provide down to earth and where possible, unbiased information about these topics. Steve and Nick Bowhunting near the Etowah River in North GA Show Notes: Greetings from Toronto CA A few updates about Traditional Outdoors and some future info Nick wants to...2018-05-281h 34

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #11 – Q & A with Steve and NickIn Episode #11 Nick and I take a few minutes to discuss some basic or beginner questions for individuals wanting to get started fly fishing or traditional archery and traditional bowhunting. Some of these come from emails sent from listeners and some are from things we see on Social Media. We try to provide down to earth and where possible, unbiased information about these topics. Steve and Nick Bowhunting near the Etowah River in North GA Show Notes: Greetings from Toronto CA A few updates about Traditional Outdoors and some future info Nick wants to...2018-05-281h 34

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #10 – A Bowhunting Legacy – with Jay St. CharlesIn Episode #10 Nick and I sit down with writer, bowyer and archery historian extrodinaire Jay St. Charles. I met Jay in 2012 on a hunt in South Carolina and over the years we have gotten to be good friends. In this episode we spend some time talking to Jay about what it was like growing as a St. Charles and the birth of Bowhunting seasons in Washington State. There are some great nuggets of information in this one, you won’t want to miss a minute. We also announce the winner of the 5/6 wt Fly Rod and reel co...2018-05-201h 33

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #10 – A Bowhunting Legacy – with Jay St. CharlesIn Episode #10 Nick and I sit down with writer, bowyer and archery historian extrodinaire Jay St. Charles. I met Jay in 2012 on a hunt in South Carolina and over the years we have gotten to be good friends. In this episode we spend some time talking to Jay about what it was like growing as a St. Charles and the birth of Bowhunting seasons in Washington State. There are some great nuggets of information in this one, you won’t want to miss a minute. We also announce the winner of the 5/6 wt Fly Rod and reel co...2018-05-201h 33

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #8 – Wyoming Adventures with Thom Jorgensen – Part 1In Episode #8 Thom Jorgensen is FINALLY introduced to the show. Nick and I have been mentioning Thom off an on since we started and the schedules finally aligned for he and I to record. This episode is a combo of “Get to know Thom” and the start of converation about our amazing Pronghorn hunt in Wyoming the fall of 2016. Thom and I are returning to Wyoming this fall (2018) to pursue Mule Deer DIY style on public land. This will be a two part podcast with Part 2 coming next week as Episode number 9. This week we also announce the...2018-05-071h 02

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #8 – Wyoming Adventures with Thom Jorgensen – Part 1In Episode #8 Thom Jorgensen is FINALLY introduced to the show. Nick and I have been mentioning Thom off an on since we started and the schedules finally aligned for he and I to record. This episode is a combo of “Get to know Thom” and the start of converation about our amazing Pronghorn hunt in Wyoming the fall of 2016. Thom and I are returning to Wyoming this fall (2018) to pursue Mule Deer DIY style on public land. This will be a two part podcast with Part 2 coming next week as Episode number 9. This week we also announce the...2018-05-071h 02

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #7 You bet your Glass! with Cameron Mortenson of The Fiberglass ManifestoIn Episode #7 Steve sits down with guest Cameron Mortenson fly fisherman and owner of The Fiberglass Manifesto. I fell in love with The Fiberglass Manifesto blog the first time I visited it. The articles, the photography and the layout were all superb. It didn’t take a lot of time before I was hooked (pun intended) and started looking for a fiberglass flyrod to try for myself. At the same time I reached out to the owner of the website, Cameron Mortenson and asked if he would like to be a guest on the show. Cameron accepted an...2018-04-301h 08

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #7 You bet your Glass! with Cameron Mortenson of The Fiberglass ManifestoIn Episode #7 Steve sits down with guest Cameron Mortenson fly fisherman and owner of The Fiberglass Manifesto. I fell in love with The Fiberglass Manifesto blog the first time I visited it. The articles, the photography and the layout were all superb. It didn’t take a lot of time before I was hooked (pun intended) and started looking for a fiberglass flyrod to try for myself. At the same time I reached out to the owner of the website, Cameron Mortenson and asked if he would like to be a guest on the show. Cameron accepted an...2018-04-301h 08

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #6 – “What’s in a knife?” with Guest Lucas Bullington of Lucas ForgeIn Episode #6 Steve and Nick welcome guest Lucas Bullington to the podcast to chat about custom knives and Lucas Forge. I love custom knives, (much like I love custom bows and custom fly rods) and over the years I have purchased several knives from a couple of different knife makers. Each craft a fantastic product in their own rights. Currently I own 3 custom knives from each of them and through social media and email I have gotten to be friends with both of them. In this episode Nick and I sit down and chat with Lucas Bullington...2018-04-231h 04

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #6 – “What’s in a knife?” with Guest Lucas Bullington of Lucas ForgeIn Episode #6 Steve and Nick welcome guest Lucas Bullington to the podcast to chat about custom knives and Lucas Forge. I love custom knives, (much like I love custom bows and custom fly rods) and over the years I have purchased several knives from a couple of different knife makers. Each craft a fantastic product in their own rights. Currently I own 3 custom knives from each of them and through social media and email I have gotten to be friends with both of them. In this episode Nick and I sit down and chat with Lucas Bullington...2018-04-231h 04

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #5 – Get Primitive with Guest Ryan GillIn Episode #5 Steve and Nick welcome guest Ryan Gill to the podcast to discuss selfbows, atlatls, flintlocks and more. Ryan Gill is an accomplished bowyer, flint knapper, author, and just a wealth of information about primitive skills. Ryan is the owner of Gills Primitive Archery where you can order everything from Ryan’s books, his bows and other primitive tools and even moccasins. He is also the owner of 2018-04-161h 12

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #5 – Get Primitive with Guest Ryan GillIn Episode #5 Steve and Nick welcome guest Ryan Gill to the podcast to discuss selfbows, atlatls, flintlocks and more. Ryan Gill is an accomplished bowyer, flint knapper, author, and just a wealth of information about primitive skills. Ryan is the owner of Gills Primitive Archery where you can order everything from Ryan’s books, his bows and other primitive tools and even moccasins. He is also the owner of 2018-04-161h 12

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #4 – Talking Turkey with Guest John BuchinIn Episode #4 Steve and Nick welcome guest and good friend John Buchin to the podcast to discuss Spring Turkey hunting. John Buchin with a public land gobbler John is the current President of the Michigan Longbow Association, Owner of Crooked Talon Game Calls and he is an accomplished Turkey Hunter who eats, drinks, sleeps and dreams about hunting Wild Turkey. Show Notes: What’s happening Nick? Introduction to John Buchin “Season of SNIRT” “Walkabout John” John’s approach to Turkey hunting Some hunting tales from Nick and John’s time in the woods Crooked...2018-04-0958 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #4 – Talking Turkey with Guest John BuchinIn Episode #4 Steve and Nick welcome guest and good friend John Buchin to the podcast to discuss Spring Turkey hunting. John Buchin with a public land gobbler John is the current President of the Michigan Longbow Association, Owner of Crooked Talon Game Calls and he is an accomplished Turkey Hunter who eats, drinks, sleeps and dreams about hunting Wild Turkey. Show Notes: What’s happening Nick? Introduction to John Buchin “Season of SNIRT” “Walkabout John” John’s approach to Turkey hunting Some hunting tales from Nick and John’s time in the woods Crooked...2018-04-0958 min

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #3 – How do you Public? Part 2In Episode #3 Steve and Nick return to their discussion regarding hunting on public land. In part 2 we focus mostly on our kids and the fun of getting them outdoors and we also find a bit of time to slip in a few tactics. Show Notes: Kids are always paying attention – set a good example Steve’s failures taking his daughter scouting Nick learns the fun of taking girls to the woods Using other hunters to your advantage Use natural obstacles, have the woods to yourself Deep woods is not always the best A little courtesy can go a...2018-04-021h 05

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #3 – How do you Public? Part 2In Episode #3 Steve and Nick return to their discussion regarding hunting on public land. In part 2 we focus mostly on our kids and the fun of getting them outdoors and we also find a bit of time to slip in a few tactics. Show Notes: Kids are always paying attention – set a good example Steve’s failures taking his daughter scouting Nick learns the fun of taking girls to the woods Using other hunters to your advantage Use natural obstacles, have the woods to yourself Deep woods is not always the best A little courtesy can go a...2018-04-021h 05

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #2 – How do you Public? Part 1In Episode #2 Steve and Nick dive into hunting on public land. In part 1 of this 2 part series we discuss why we hunt public land, some tactics and some of the good and bad we have experienced while hunting public land. Show Notes: Avoiding the “de enfluenza” Why we hunt public land Knowing where you are “On line scouting” – Topo Maps and Google Earth Nick encounters a mentor on public land Keep a journal A couple negative encounters The “Turkey Hunting Yeti” Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review. We...2018-03-301h 08

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #2 – How do you Public? Part 1In Episode #2 Steve and Nick dive into hunting on public land. In part 1 of this 2 part series we discuss why we hunt public land, some tactics and some of the good and bad we have experienced while hunting public land. Show Notes: Avoiding the “de enfluenza” Why we hunt public land Knowing where you are “On line scouting” – Topo Maps and Google Earth Nick encounters a mentor on public land Keep a journal A couple negative encounters The “Turkey Hunting Yeti” Please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher and leave us a rating and review. We...2018-03-301h 08

Traditional Outdoors Podcast: Preserving our Outdoor TraditionsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #1 – What’s with the name?In Episode #1 Steve and Nick outline a bit about what the Traditional Outdoors podcast is about and what listeners can expect. In addition both provide a little background about themselves, how they became good friends and give some background on their individual experiences in the outdoors. Show Notes: “Who Nick Viau is” Steve’s early desire for the outdoors Nick transitions from paintball to hunting with traditional archery gear Steve and Nick discuss “Why Traditional Outdoors” Promoting good stewardship while in the outdoors The “commercialization” of hunting Our public lands are threatened About the website Please subscri...2018-03-261h 01

Traditional Outdoors Podcast Archives - Traditional OutdoorsTraditional Outdoors Podcast – Episode #1 – What’s with the name?In Episode #1 Steve and Nick outline a bit about what the Traditional Outdoors podcast is about and what listeners can expect. In addition both provide a little background about themselves, how they became good friends and give some background on their individual experiences in the outdoors. Show Notes: “Who Nick Viau is” Steve’s early desire for the outdoors Nick transitions from paintball to hunting with traditional archery gear Steve and Nick discuss “Why Traditional Outdoors” Promoting good stewardship while in the outdoors The “commercialization” of hunting Our public lands are threatened About the website Please subscri...2018-03-261h 01