Sportsmen's Empire - Whitetail Hunting

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N.F.C. - Growing Up Realtree with Tyler Jordan Aug 01, 2022

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On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan talks with Tyler Jordan about what it was like growing up in the hay-day of Realtree. Tyler explains that he didn't realize how big Realtree was and the impact his father had on the hunting industry and the hunting community when he was younger. He talks about how his dad never put any pressure on him to follow in his footsteps on both the hunting or the business side of things. He talks about going to college and stepping away from Realtree but then naturally returning after experiencing life outside the industry.

Tyler shares that his father is his best friend and even though they may disagree with each other in the office, they talk everyday and keep the peace. He talks about some of the obstacles he faced in the early years of dating his wife, some of his favorite places and species to hunt, and a lot more intriguing conversation. Another awesome interview you will be sure to enjoy!

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Oklahoma Outdoors - Oklahoma Fly Fishing Aug 01, 2022

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This episode of the Oklahoma Outdoors Podcast has been a long time coming! Dalton Wortham with the Creek Adventure Podcast joins John this week to talk about fly fishing in Oklahoma. Dalton makes it a point to let people know that fly fishing is not just for the trout streams of the rocky mountains, or the overly wealthy. Dalton and his friends do a lot of their fly fishing in rivers and lakes right here in good ol Oklahoma, and target a vast multitude of species. If you can catch it on a regular rod and reel, there's a good chance you can catch it on a fly rod!

Dalton and John talk about all aspects of fly fishing, from beginner rods to the basic gear you need to get started. John asks about some flies that work well in Oklahoma as well as other places, and a few good bodys of water people should check out. And though the guys make it a point that fly fishing is for more than just trout, they do talk about some of the great trout fishing opportunities that Oklahoma offers for both fly fishermen and rod and reel folks. There is no way you can listen to this podcast and not get at least a little curious about fly fishing, and Dalton throws out some other great resources to help people get started and learn more.

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Huntavore - Deer Ribs, Brisket, and Sidemeat Aug 01, 2022

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On this episode of Huntavore, joining Nick on this in depth discussion is returning guest, Nathan Judice, the RecreationChef. Together they unpack the rib quarter of deer; the location, characteristics, and sound cooking treatments of these muscle groups. Along the way, the guys add tips and tricks to get the most out of this very finicky quarter. If you’ve been wanting to better utilize your deer’s midsection, make it easier to bone out for burger, or elevate these under-appreciated cuts to center stage, tune into this episode of Huntavore.

Ribs, Brisket, Sidemeat

Location: extends from the lower neck to the pelvis, as high as vertebrae and extending the length of the rib to the sternum.

Muscle groups/cuts: intercostal muscles: rib meat, attached between each rib, layers of muscles with pockets of hard fat.

flank muscles: attached near the groin and ending at the last rib. Thin in profile, long muscle fibers, lean, some

diaphragm: AKA Skirt Steak, internal muscular wall, works the lungs. Located along the inside of the ribs

brisket: front chest muscles. Connects from the sternum to the shoulder. Thin profile, pronounced grain

Things to watch for:Thick layers of fat: cut out any thick layers of hard fat, mostly on the outside layers of the ribs. Does not render, very waxy. Not to be confused with soft fat that is striated in the meat.

Blood meat: Naturally from a dispatch shot to the lungs, there will be some loss to blood and fragmented bone.

Nothing to salvage on damaged flesh. Surface blood can be cut and scraped off an intact muscle. Membrane filled with blood can be removed.

Punctured Paunch: Burst Gut material inside the rib cage can compromise the inside cuts. Thick membrane on the inside wall does protect outside muscles. If gut shot and left to lay, the harvestable parts can spoil. If during field dress the gut is nicked, quickly remove the gut, and flush with cold water for several minutes.

How to Prepare Each Cut (in our opinions)

All cuts can be added to the trim pile. Tip: cut from the ribs, chill flat, makes finding globs of fat and removing this thick fat easier.

Rib: Nick: Two Stage Cooking, low and slow at first, finish at high heat to crisper.

Nate:Low and Slow Smoked, 2-3 hrs on smoke, 2-3 hours wrapped in foil, then finished on a hot grill or in your oven on broil. Option 2; Pressure cooker with jus to cover (30 mins to 1 hour) then finish over a hot grill with favorite BBQ sauce

Dish: Nick: Venison Rib Lolly Pop

Nate: Venison McRib Sandwich

Flank/Diaphram/Brisket: Nick: marinaded, followed by high heat, sliced thin cross grain.

Nate: Agree with the above 100%, one tip for last minute marinade is to vacuum seal or chamber seal with the marinade to aid in quicker penetration. Or inject marinade

Dish: Nick: Steak and Frites

Nate: Venison Pinwheel. Marinade, pound it out, season all sided, slather with pesto and/or roasted garlic, roll that bad boy up (paying attention to the grain so you’re slicing against the grain), truss or tooth pick it and sear on all sides hot and fast! Serve it with a nice summer salad or ratatouille.

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N.F.C. - Unfiltered: Giving Zero F***s For Bigger Bucks Jul 29, 2022

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It's that time of year where the mind of a deer hunter slowly starts to become corrupted by the thought of chasing big bucks across the landscape. Velvet bucks are popping up on trail cameras and in fields all over the country and this can be a huge distraction, but in a good way.

On this UNFILTERED episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles, Dan gives us an update on how his summer prep is going. He talks about finally getting his trail cameras out, slacking on his tree stand locations, shooting his bow, and planning for his out-of-state hunting trips. He also complains about his kids.

Dan touches base on his expectation for the upcoming season and how his goals are on a sliding scale depending on the intel that he gets throughout the year and where as well as where he is actually hunting. Overall this is a fun episode that will be a little bit educational and a lot bit of fun. Enjoy!

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Pennsylvania Woodsman - DIY Land Transformation and Sharing the Hunt Jul 29, 2022

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There is something special about digging in the dirt, especially, when you know the dirt under your fingernails belongs to you. On this week's episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, we chat with Mike Daquilante about his experiences manipulating his 130 acre farm in western Pennsylvania. For 25+ years, Mike has been removing invasives, planting food plots, and trying to leave his property better than when he first purchased it. He loves to live by the motto, "it's not our's, it's just our turn."

While Mike surely enjoys his time in the field and has hunting strategies up his sleeve, that's not entirely what this episode is about. Instead, he discusses his success stories and learning experiences during that time. He also expresses the fulfillment of giving back. Mike has shared his property with family, friends, and youth looking to tag their first deer and turkey. It's a great reminder to not have blinders on during hunting season and to share the experiences we seek each fall.

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Southern Ground Hunting - Non-Resident Hunting Masterclass with KC Smith Jul 28, 2022

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We're joined by KC Smith this week on the Southern Ground Hunting Podcast. KC is a part of The Element, another excellent hunting podcast and YouTube channel. As we continue talking about Non-Resident hunting & prepping for out of state hunts, we thought KC might have some good advice on the subject. If you're familiar with The Element, these guys travel from Texas to a bunch of different states, particularly midwestern big buck states. One thing you'll also see regularly on their channel is planning to hunt another state more than just one trip a season. They invest a lot of time each season, and sometimes even years breaking down areas as non-residents. You're going to hear about that process, and a lot more in this episode.

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Hunting Gear Podcast - Predictive Deer Movement with DeerCast Jul 28, 2022

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On this episode of the Hunting Gear Podcast, Dan talks with Matt Drury of Drury Outdoors about their predictive deer movement app, DeerCast. DeerCast is based off of an algorithm that includes several weather data points like temperature, barometric pressure, and precipitation that updates hourly throughout the day that inform you on the best days and times to hunt. That, mixed with several years of deer hunting experience and deer behavior observation from Mark & Terry Drury. This is a really great conversation we are sure you will enjoy!

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DIY Sportsman - Arrow Weight Testing Revisited Jul 28, 2022

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On this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett discusses results from an in-depth round of testing different arrow weights and speeds for hunting. These ranged from setups shooting over 315 fps down to setups shooting around 200 fps. Test data included energy and momentum readings both out of the bow and at 40 yards, time of flight to the target, bow noise, arrow noise, broadhead grouping with both fixed and mechanical heads, and range estimation forgiveness for misjudging yardage around 30 yards as well as 60 yards. With Garrett's setup, he learned that the "happy medium" arrow setup he had been using probably wasn't the optimal choice for whitetails.

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How to Hunt Deer - Understanding Thermals Jul 28, 2022

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Late July/early August is a great time to do some digital scouting and hang some stands. Understanding thermals and their impact on wind currents can help you take your scouting and stand sight selection to the next level. Thermals can make or break a hunt. Not only do they influence how deer move across the landscape, but hunting with thermals in mind can be the difference between you watching as a white tails bound off through the timber or you getting a chip shot at your target. But thermals can be tough to understand and predict.

In this episode of the How to Hunt Deer podcast, Josh talks with Eric Ives of Red Bearded Predators for a little thermals 101. Eric hunts the hill country of southwestern WI, so he is no stranger to thermals, how they impact your hunting setups, and how deer use them to their advantage. Tune in to learn how to capitalize on thermals where you hunt!

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Nomadic Outdoorsman - Improving Your Hunting Habitat Jul 28, 2022

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On this episode of The nomadic Outdoorsman Dan is joined once again by Ben Williams to talk about what we can all be doing between now and hunting season to create a better habitat and ecosystem on our hunting properties.

Ben runs Ol' Tin Cup Habitat Restoration and Enhancement and works at Future Forest Properties LLC. Ol’ Tin Cup’s goal is to take your property on your budget and turn it into what you've always wanted it to be. Not only with hunters in mind but all landowners looking to maximize habitat and property for the benefit of the wildlife and overall greater ecosystem health. Creating happy land owners and more successful hunters afield is what Ben is all about. Ben works hard to help landowners get quality work done at a price they can afford. His goal is to help everyone get their property moving toward. “Healthier Habitats, Healthier Wildlife, and a More Enjoyable Outdoor Experience.” Dan and Ben discuss dozens of ways to prepare for the upcoming season that will benefit wildlife.

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