OPERATION: Hunt | 22 Years of Leadership, Big Bucks, and the Turkey Woods with 1SG/MSG Jess Todd

"The rank changes, but the mission to lead remains."In this episode of Prayin and Slayin, we sit down with a true pillar of the Central Texas veteran community: retired Army First Sergeant/Master Sergeant Jess Todd. After 22 years of service, Jess has transitioned his tactical precision and leadership from the frontlines to the treestand and the turkey woods.We break down the story of his recent big buck, his obsession with the spring turkey woods, and his relentless passion for getting veterans outdoors. Jess is a founding member of 1Mission Outdoors (1MO), the creator of the CTX Turkey Hunters community, and a man dedicated to ensuring no veteran is left behind.In this episode, we cover:22 Years of ServiceThe Big Buck BreakdownTurkey Fever1MO Archery RangeMentorship in the FieldConnect with the Mission:Join 1MO ArcheryFollow CTX Turkey Hunters PODCAST PARTNERS & AWESOME GEARDEADNUTS OUTDOORS | 2D Lifesize TargetsStop shooting at blocks or orange dots. Train for the moment of truth with anatomical precision. DEADNUTS targets provide high-definition, life-sized realism to ensure your first shot is your best shot. Use code PRAYIN10 to save 10% at https://deadnutsoutdoors.com/discount/PRAYIN10PUCK OUTDOORS | Mouth Call Protection & Fishing SolutionsYour gear is an investment. PUCK is the tactical solution for elk or turkey call storage. They also offer the Fishing Puck—perfect for fly fishing or backcountry stream trips. Don't let variables you can control cost you the hunt. Use code PRAYIN10 to save 10% at https://puckoutdoors.com/discount/prayin10THE KNEE BAG by LTFO | Precision StabilityEliminate the shake. Designed by veterans for rock-solid stability, The Knee Bag is essential for the mobile operator who demands a steady rest in any terrain.Use code PRAYIN10 for FREE SHIPPING at https://www.prayinandslayin.com/gearTHE LICENSE TO KILL INITIATIVEYour support of this show has a direct impact. 100% of the proceeds from our partner codes sponsor hunting licenses for veterans across the USA. We remove the barriers so they can get back into the field. SEE THE IMPACT: https://www.prayinandslayin.com/impactKeep Prayin and Slayin.