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Backwoods Bowhunter

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A couple of backwoods good ole boys, Tim and Mike, coming at you from the Whiskey and Whitetails podcast studio. Follow along as we describe the ups and downs of a Whitetail hunting season sharing those experiences with you the listener. Raw and honest! If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then you might have come to the right place. We do not take ourselves too seriously. Our style is for you to feel like you are sitting around the campfire with your buddies, tossin' back some cold beers, talking bowhunting, telling false stories and whatever else may come to mind. Most importantly, we want to share our passion for archery and the thrill of the hunt. You can find Backwoods Bowhunter at backwoodsbowhunter.com and on the socials @backwoodsbowhunterpodcast.

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Episodes

  1. Ep 196 / Buck Tags Getting Filled

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike discuss the season thus far and both have filled buck tags early in the season. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then you might have come to the right place. We do not take...

  2. Ep 195 / Revisiting the Crossbow Debate

    Send us Fan Mail Contact Backwoods Bowhunter Website & Merch: backwoodsbowhunter.com Facebook: @backwoodsbowhunterpodcast Our FB Community Page: Major League Bowhunting Instagram: @backwoodsbowhunterpodcast Twitter: @BWBHPodcast Email: [email protected] Consider leaving us a...

  3. Ep 194 / Backpack Gear Essentials for Your Hunt

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike discuss what gear and accessories can be found inside of their hunting packs. What do you take to the stand? Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then you might have come to the right...

  4. Ep 193 / Less Than 2 Weeks!

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike discuss final preparations leading up to opening day amongst other topics. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then you might have come to the right place. We do not take ourselves…

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  5. Ep 192 / WE'RE BACK!

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike make their triumphant return after a lengthy hiatus. Let not your heart be troubled, we're back! Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then you might have come to the right place. We…

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  6. Ep 191 / Post Season Check List

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike go over their post season checklist. What they do with stands, gear bags, trail cameras and more. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then you might have come to the right place. We…

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  7. Ep 190 / Listener Questions

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike answer a couple listener questions. They also discuss some land management plans and the upcoming turkey seasons. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then you might have come to the...

  8. Ep 189 / Using Trail Cameras Post Season

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike provide their ideas as to what reasons they use their trail cameras after the hunting season has ended. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then you might have come to the right…

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  9. Ep 188 / Season in Review & ATA Show

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike return after missing 6 weeks to wrap up their 2024 hunting season. Tim went to the ATA show and gives his review of this year's version. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then you...

  10. Ep 187 / Hunting Late Season Bucks & Our Season Thus Far

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike return after missing a few weeks Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then you might have come to the right place. We do not take ourselves too seriously. Our style is for you to feel...

  11. Ep 186 / Mike's Miss "Fire"

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike talk about Mike missing three shots this season at two deer. Tim calls it misses. Mike calls it misfires. You listen and decide for yourself. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then...

  12. Ep 185 / Buck Home Ranges & We Need A Cold Front

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike talk about the variables that lead to a buck's home range. And we are in need of a real cold front in Southern Illinois. We are still dealing with 80 degree days. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and...

  13. Ep 184 / Attract & Hold Deer on Small Tracts

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike talk about tactics to attract and hold deer on smaller tracts of land where mature bucks don't live year round. Topics such as bedding, cover, water, food, mock scrapes and more are discussed. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter…

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  14. Ep 183 / Favorite Weather to Hunt & Unorthodox Hunting Conditions That Work

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike talk about their favorite hunting conditions to hunt whitetail. They then discuss several unorthodox hunting techniques that they have found actually work. Stick around to hear the Sick of It and Shoot it or Let it Walk segments....

  15. Ep 182 / Early Season Hunts & Scent Control Techniques

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Archery Deer Season 2024! In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike talk about whether or not you should be hunting mornings for early season whitetails and what factors are considered. They also provide scent control techniques you should be using. Welcome to the...

  16. Ep 181 / Top 15 Hunting Tips Before Opening Day

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike discuss a variety of topics as you will hear, but the main focus of the show is to provide tips to prepare you for opening day next week. Have a great bow season! Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and...

  17. Ep 180 / Signs You Should Harvest More Does

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike talk about the signs you should be looking for that your buck to doe ratio is not balanced. What signs should you be looking for? Listen in to get their thoughts. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and...

  18. Ep 179 / Top 12 To Do List Before the Archery Opener

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike make their return after four weeks. The fellas answer a couple of text questions including some information on food plot success. Then they get into their top 12 to do list before the archery season begins. Welcome to the Backwoods...

  19. Ep 178 / Lessons learned from Whitetail Hunting

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim and Mike discuss the top lessons they've learned from hunting whitetails for years (decades). Tim issues his annual challenge to shoot your bow daily. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then...

  20. Ep 177 / Aging Deer on the Hoof with Tony Dempsey

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Mike is on vacation so our great friend Tony Dempsey of the Harvst filled in. Tim and Tony talk about summertime whitetail management, creating whitetail sanctuaries, and how to age deer on the hoof. It was a fun episode! Welcome to the Backwoods...

  21. Ep 176 / Mature Bucks Aren't Like the Others

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike talk about how mature bucks aren't like the others. To go a step further, they discuss how habitat, weather, and hunting pressure all combine to make them different across various regions of the country. Later, in the Shoot It or Let It...

  22. Ep 175 / The New Tactacam Reveal Pro 3.0

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike are all over the place. Welcome to mid July content. They did take a look at the release of the new Tactacam Reveal Pro 3.0 trail camera. Looks impressive. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and backwoods...

  23. Ep 174 / Are Ticks Killing Fawns

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike begin by answering a listener question about the difference between long neck and short neck release aids. Grizzly's and Polar Bears are crossbreeding in Canada creating a new hybrid bear. Then they have a discussion about the effect of...

  24. Ep 173 / Summertime Prep and Gear Check

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike talk some general summertime BS and some summertime preparation and gear checks for the coming fall deer hunting season. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then you might have come to...

  25. Ep 172 / Shooting One Eye vs. Two & Summertime Property Management

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike (specifically Tim) gets called out by a listener about shooting a bow with one eye open vs two. The Great Gatzke also joins the show to talk about summertime property management preparing for the deer season. Welcome to the Backwoods...

  26. Ep 171 / Fawns, Food Plots, and Upcoming Bucks (AKA the Bearded Dragon Episode)

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike talk about the newly born fawns they have been seeing. They also discuss some maintenance to their food plots as well as some up and coming quality bucks that they are seeing on trail cameras. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast....

  27. Ep 170 / Biggest Threats to Deer Hunting

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike talk about what they believe are the biggest threats to deer hunting / hunting in general. Would you move / relocate to another county or state for better hunting? See what the Backwoods boys have to say about it in the Shoot It or Let…

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  28. Ep 169 / Are Mushrooms a Deer's Secret Favorite Food

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike talk about a recent article from a deer hunter in Michigan that discovered his wine capped mushrooms were being completely eaten by whitetail deer. Should we be focusing on mushroom food plots? Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter…

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  29. Ep 168 / TN Judges Rule Against Game Wardens / Cooking Venison

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike talk about a recent court case in Tennessee where Judges ruled that Game Wardens can no longer enter/investigate wildlife crimes on private property without a warrant. They also discuss different cuts of venison and how to properly...

  30. Ep 167 / Target Bucks & the Impact They Have on Your Hunting Season

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike talk about building a list of target bucks over the next couple of months as antlers start to grow. Can these target bucks ruin or at least disappoint your hunting season? They give their thoughts. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter...

  31. Ep 166 / Turkey Myths / Calling Turkeys / TSS Loads

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike talk about all things turkeys as well as their upcoming trip to Kentucky to hunt turkeys in the bluegrass state. They cover calling and the different sounds wild turkeys make as well as what makes the Tungsten Super Shot loads superior....

  32. Ep 165 / Turkey Hunting & 2024 Hunting Trips

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike talk about their turkey hunting seasons thus far and then discuss plans for hunting trips throughout the 2024 hunting seasons. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then you might have...

  33. Ep 164 / Turkey Tips From Deer Hunters

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike discuss some tactics for the upcoming turkey season. Tim is a veteran turkey hunter, but Mike is fairly new to chasing Gobblers. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then you might have...

  34. Ep 163 / Preparing for Turkey Season

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike talk about surgery options for Tim's hand. They talk about preparations for the upcoming turkey season. And no, just because Febreeze says it kills all odors doesn't make it a good cover scent in the deer woods. Welcome to the Backwoods...

  35. Ep 162 / The Hoyt vs Mathews Debate

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike talk about the debate of Hoyt vs Mathews. What are the main differences between these two titans of the bow industry? Is the rivalry from the features of the bows themselves or the marketing behind both brands? Bottom line, they are…

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  36. Ep 161 / Tim's Knife Injury & the Studio is Remodeled

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim tells the story of how he recently stabbed himself nearly running the knife completely through his hand. Yes, he's an idiot! Also, the Whiskey & Whitetails Podcast Studio has been remodeled and officially back to normal with the recording....

  37. Ep 160 / Are Deer Hunters Lazy & How to Gain Better Aim

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim, & Mike discuss an article Tim found online in reference to why many deer hunters are lazy. Do we agree or disagree? Listen to find out. They also answer a listener email about how to gain better aim with a bow. Welcome to the Backwoods...

  38. Ep 159 / Podcast Studio Remodel & the 2024 Bow Lineup Prices

    Send us Fan Mail In this humdinger of an episode, Tim, & Mike are in the middle of a podcast studio remodel. They also take a look at the 2024 bow lineup across all brands and the high price points associated with them. Are we pricing hunters out of the vertical bow sport? Welcome to the…

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  39. Ep 158 / Study on Ozonics - Do They Actually Work?

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 158: In this humdinger of an episode, Tim, & Mike discuss a wide range of topics including a recent study on Ozonics and whether or not ozone was effective during multiple hunts. They also talk about their preferences between longer vs shorter axle to axle bows. And…

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  40. Ep 157 / Answering Listener Emails

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 157: In this humdinger of an episode, Tim, & Mike open up the email inbox and answer a few listener emails. Of course, we have a little fun with it along the way. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then you might have...

  41. Ep 156 / General BS - It is Post Hunting Season After All

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 156: In this humdinger of an episode, Tim, & Mike discuss a wide range of topics including Colorado canceling their Mountain Lion season, a nice looking young buck showing up on Tim's property and how the weather is preventing some post season property work that needs to…

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  42. Ep 155 / ATA Recap

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 155: In this humdinger of an episode, Tim, & Mike along with friends Tony Dempsey and Steven Badar just returned from the ATA trade show (Archery Trade Association). We all had a great time and made some new connections. You'll be hearing about many of these new...

  43. Ep 154 / Season Recap & How Bowhunting is Changing Moving Forward

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 154: In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike's conversation goes in many different directions. They discuss how to keep your feet warm and dry during the really cold temperatures. What direction is the bowhunting sport going moving forward? The sport has changed over...

  44. Ep 153 / Hunting Late Season Bucks / 2023 Podcast Numbers in Review

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 153: In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike talk about tactics for chasing late season bucks. It is more challenging, but with the right approach, you can still be successful. They also discuss the 2023 podcast statistics in review. Looking forward to 2024! Welcome…

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  45. Ep 152 / Illinois Deer Harvest Numbers

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 152: In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike talk about why we believe the deer harvest numbers in Illinois, and many other states, are down this year compared to previous years. Welcome to the Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast. If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor,...

  46. Ep 151 / Should We Be Holding Out for a Big Buck & 10 Christmas Ideas for a Bowhunter

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 151: In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike cover a wide range of topics beginning with hunting Post-Rut Bucks. They then provide their own unique top 10 list of gift ideas for the bowhunter in your life. Lastly, they have a discussion on whether or not we should be...

  47. Ep 150 / Venison Preparation & Are We Making Things Too Easy for Youth Hunters

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 150: In this humdinger of an episode, Tim & Mike discuss how we like to prepare our venison for consumption and what we do to avoid the "gamey" taste. For the record, Tim hates the word "gamey." Also, between today's technology, are we making things too easy for our youth...

  48. Ep 149 / Making Small Farms Hunt Bigger & More

    Send us Fan Mail Backwoods Bowhunter is proudly sponsored by: Titan Nutrition - use code "backwoods" at checkout to save 10% & free shipping Follow along as we describe the ups and downs of a Whitetail hunting season sharing those experiences with you the listener. Raw and honest! Welcome to the...

  49. SEZYN / Alayna's Doe & Hunt Activity

    Send us Fan Mail SEZYN is the name we have given these 15-30 (sometimes longer) minute segments detailing the days of our hunts during the 2023 archery season. Follow along as we describe the ups and downs of a Whitetail hunting season sharing those experiences with you the listener. Raw and...

  50. Bonus Episode With John Glenn & Nikki McNeel / Mikey's 140's Buck

    Send us Fan Mail Backwoods Bowhunter is proudly sponsored by: Titan Nutrition - use code "backwoods" at checkout to save 10% & free shipping Follow along as we describe the ups and downs of a Whitetail hunting season sharing those experiences with you the listener. Raw and honest! Welcome to the...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A couple of backwoods good ole boys, Tim and Mike, coming at you from the Whiskey and Whitetails podcast studio. Follow along as we describe the ups and downs of a Whitetail hunting season sharing those experiences with you the listener. Raw and honest! If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor, then you might have come to the right place. We do not take ourselves too seriously. Our style is for you to feel like you are sitting around the campfire with your buddies, tossin' back some cold beers, talking bowhunting, telling false stories and whatever else may come to mind. Most importantly, we want to share our passion for archery and the thrill of the hunt. You can find Backwoods Bowhunter at backwoodsbowhunter.com and on the socials @backwoodsbowhunterpodcast.

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A couple of backwoods good ole boys, Tim and Mike, coming at you from the Whiskey and Whitetails podcast studio. Follow along as we describe the ups and downs of a Whitetail hunting season sharing those experiences with you the listener. Raw and honest! If you like bowhunting and backwoods humor,...

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