Welcome to The Fair Chase Podcast Listen in as we talk to various industry leaders in the bowhunting community, swap stories, and share a few tricks we’ve learned along the way.
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Friday Nov 17, 2023
Friday Nov 17, 2023
Welcome to another episode of The Fair Chase Podcast!
Today, we talk with Jason Ray, CTO at WiseEye about some great hunting stories, how AI is used in hunting, and how trail cams can be beneficial to hunters.
Here's what we discussed:
- A successful squirrel hunt at 72 yards with a bow.
- The concept of being "freezer fillers"
- The differences in deer populations in different regions, like Louisiana and Michigan.
- The use of cell cameras in hunting and how they provide a connection to the property.
- The impact of cell cameras on attracting younger generations to hunting.
- WiseEye is focused on becoming a complete solution for hunters with both hardware and software.
- The transition to trail camera development with species recognition and predictive features.
- The company's approach to providing high-quality, large images for species recognition.
- Turkey hunting and its challenges.
- Wisey's background started as a species-specific feeder for hogs.
- The unique aspect of AI-driven predictions is based on the user's own data.
- The personalized and data-driven nature of Wisey's predictions.
- The challenge of making predictions understandable to the average user.
- AI can help remove biases and traditional beliefs about deer behavior.
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Friday Nov 10, 2023
Friday Nov 10, 2023
Welcome to another episode of The Fair Chase Podcast!
Today, we talk with Dillon Deitz about how he built his brand, great hunting stories, victories, cool gear, mistakes, and lessons learned.
Here's what we discussed:
- Dillon’s journey from trying to present himself as a "badass hunter" to embracing his love for hunting and humor.
- The concept of what makes someone a "good hunter" and the pressure of comparing oneself to others on social media.
- The idea that hunting should be fun and not overly serious.
- Experiences of missing shots and making mistakes in hunting, and how those moments can be valuable learning experiences.
- Dealing with criticism and negative comments from hunters on social media.
- The humor and fun in posting hunting-related content and how it can lead to engagement and growth.
- The butchering process and the enjoyment of processing meat with friends.
- Dillon’s brand was initially built around his inability to kill an elk, but he finally succeeded!
- Discussion of hunting on private land in Montana compared to the challenges of finding private land to hunt in Michigan.
- Anticipation for new hunting gear releases in the coming year.
- Information on how to find the guest on Instagram @dillondeitz and the upcoming launch of a YouTube channel.
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Friday Nov 03, 2023
Friday Nov 03, 2023
Welcome to another episode of The Fair Chase Podcast!
Today, we talk with Erik Schnelle from the National Deer Association and discuss the state of deer in the Midwest, concerns for deer herds, and deer management best practices.
Here's what we discussed:
- The positives regarding the deer herd in Michigan
- Concerns and challenges for deer herds
- How APRs help protect yearling bucks and improve the buck-to-doe ratio
- The idea of implementing an "Earn a Second Buck" program
- The implications of unbalanced deer populations on deer survival
- "Earn a Second Buck" strategy This strategy has been implemented in West Virginia and Virginia, resulting in a 14% increase in antlerless harvest.
- How the combination of APRs and "Earn a Second Buck" moves the needle significantly.
- Ways to get involved and support the National Deer Association
- Taking a new hunter hunting to introduce them to the experience
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Friday Oct 27, 2023
Friday Oct 27, 2023
Welcome to another episode of The Fair Chase Podcast!
Today, we talk with George Cummins and Jack Borcherding from Buck Bourbon. We start out by reliving the great story of when George got two huge bucks in two minutes from the same stand and go into more details about Buck Bourbon, how its made, why it was made, etc.
Here's what we discussed:
- 2 big bucks in 2 minutes!!
- Discussion about commissioner tags and how they are used to raise money for nonprofits.
- George's background and how he created Buck Bourbon and Salt River Outfitters.
- The concept behind Buck Bourbon
- Relationship development with distilleries and some popular bourbon brands.
- Different Buck Bourbon products and how they are used.
- Addressing various state regulations regarding baiting and feeding.
- The importance of feeding responsibly and abiding by state laws.
- Discussing the benefits of reducing insect stress on deer during the summer months.
- The impact of these products on hunting across different regions
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Friday Oct 20, 2023
Friday Oct 20, 2023
Welcome to another episode of The Fair Chase Podcast!
Today, James, Jared, and Joe do recap James’s recent moose hunt in British Columbia. We chat about the experience, what went well, the challenges, and if James would do anything different next time.
Here's what we discussed:
- Moose hunt in British Columbia and how it came about
- Challenges of transporting moose meat from kill spot to camp and then from Canada to the US
- Anticipation and excitement for the upcoming moose hunt
- Travel to camp including a small plane with limited space
- Trip mascot, dog named Woody
- Camp locations - signs of bears, lack of meat box, challenging terrain, wildfires, etc
- Hunting strategies for moose
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Friday Oct 13, 2023
Friday Oct 13, 2023
Welcome to another riveting episode of The Fair Chase Podcast!
Join us today as we dive deep into Joe Griffin's recent Montana elk hunt. Joe tells us about navigating through the timber, experiencing the adrenaline of close encounters, and feeling the heat of the chase.
We also discuss:
- Strategic planning and understanding elk behavior
- Elks not bedding as anticipated
- Utilizing bugling and locating strategies
- Navigating through the protective behavior of herd bulls and dealing with satellite bulls
- Struggles following an unsuccessful shot and the aftermath
- Encountering numerous bulls and likening their screams to "Jurassic Park."
- Success after a prolonged and strategic standoff
- The advantages and disadvantages of hunting solo versus with a partner
- The importance of understanding elk behavior and adapting strategies accordingly
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Friday Oct 06, 2023
Friday Oct 06, 2023
Welcome to another episode of The Fair Chase Podcast!
Today, we talk with Ryan from Christensen Arms about first deer hunting experiences, connecting with other hunters, rifle specs, benefits of the carbon fiber barrel, and more!
Christensen Arms is running a great promo for up to $750 off of a qualifying rifle purchase running through the end of October!
Here's what we discussed:
- Christensen Arms is running an awesome promo through the end of the month (October 2023)
- Carbon fiber carrels and their benefits
- Longest shots achieved
- Challenges of long-distance shots
- Texas (hog hunting) vs. Michigan hunting
- Upcoming deer hunting plans
- Deer hunting management
- Meat hunting vs big bucks
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Friday Sep 29, 2023
Friday Sep 29, 2023
Welcome to another episode of The Fair Chase Podcast!
Today, we talk with Kevin Vistisen from the Deer Hunter podcast about the upcoming hunting season and how we're preparing this year.
Here's what we discussed:
- Hunting preparations
- Trail cameras, hunting equipment, deer behavior, and adapting to changing conditions
- Having a positive mindset and enjoying the hunting experience vs ‘the grind’
- Being able to hunt and the perspective of deployed military personnel
- Comparing the cost of gear to the value and utility it provides for hunting
- Emphasize the value of experiences over expensive gear
- Share stories of interesting encounters and experiences in the woods
- Strategies for the upcoming deer hunting season
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Saturday Sep 23, 2023
Saturday Sep 23, 2023
Welcome to another episode of The Fair Chase Podcast!
Today, we talk with Beatrice, an avid hunter, who tells us about her experience of going off the grid in Sweden for 14 days without food. She had to rely on hunting, fishing, and foraging for sustenance, sharing the lessons learned along the way.
Here's what we discussed.
- Beatrice's five-year hunting journey, starting with grouse hunting in the Swedish mountains
- What it takes to obtain a hunting license in Sweden
- Hunting across borders
- How the number of female Swedish hunters is on the rise.
- Beatrice's favorite type of hunting
- The challenges of packing for hunting trips
- Surviving off the grid
- Hunting and mental health
- The hunting culture in regions like Michigan
- Beatrice's desire to hunt white-tailed deer, turkey, and elk
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Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Welcome back as we have the first podcast since our last-minute moose hunting adventure in the remote wilderness of British Columbia.
Our guest and videographer for the trip, Jordan Parham, talks about his experience on this successful moose hunting trip.
In this episode, we discuss:
- The story behind this spontaneous moose hunting trip organized by Worldwide Trophy Adventures
- Essential camera equipment selected for this trip
- Jordan's dedication to the hunt in Canada
- The importance of high-quality camera bags in the field
- The all-important "kill shot"
- Transporting over 300 pounds of moose meat and a moose skull across the US-Canada border
- Using a generator to power the freezer during the drive
- Reactions of people who encountered a moose head in the back of their truck
- The importance of selecting the right gear
Stay tuned for upcoming episodes where we'll continue to recount the epic story of this Canadian moose hunt.
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