Episodes
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When the Blood Trail Ends | MOE Podcast #104
In this episode, I sit down with Robbie Kilcollins to discuss the use of trained tracking dogs to recover wounded or otherwise difficult-to-find deer and other game in Maine.We begin with the legal side of tracking wounded animals, including what hunters should understand before calling for help....
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Meet America’s First Chaga Farmers | Chaga, Fungi & the Maine Woods | MOE Podcast #103
Deep in the Maine woods, Justin and Nikki Triquet are doing something few people have ever seen before...farming chaga.In this episode, we sit down with Justin and Nikki of JustNiks MycoSilva, also known as The Chaga Farmers, to talk about how their journey began, what led them from other...
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Back From The Allagash: What Worked, What Didn't, and What I learned | MOE Podcast #102
I’m back from my Allagash trip, and in this episode I sit down with Lacey to talk through the full experience.This is my post-trip debrief: the route, the planning, the gear I used, the canoe, the food, the filming process, the weather, the challenges, and the moments that stuck with me the most.…
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Log Drives to Overlanding: The Ever-Changing Maine Outdoor Economy | MOE Podcast #101
The Maine outdoors has always had an economy. Long before rooftop tents, GPS maps, sporting camps, and remote campsites, Maine’s woods and waters were working landscapes shaped by Natives, timber, log drives, river travel, tote roads, guides, and camps. In this episode, we look at how the Maine...
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Maine's New Deer Survival Model? | MOE Podcast #100
For Episode 100 of the MOE Podcast, we’re talking about Maine deer survival, winter severity and the state’s apparent move toward a newer model for estimating winter impact and deer survival.The big question is simple: how is Maine measuring the real impact of winter on the deer herd, and how...
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On the Boat with Joe Osgood | Fishing, Hunting, and Camp | MOE Podcast #99
Joe Osgood from FBM Maine Outdoor Journal came north to spend a couple nights at camp, so we decided to record this episode right from the boat. In this on-location conversation, we talk fishing, hunting, camp life, Maine outdoor traditions, and the stories that come from spending time in places...
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From Lures To Streamers: Keep It Simple | MOE Podcast #98
In this episode, we’re talking lures and streamer flies.Fish don’t hit artificial presentations by accident. Whether it’s a spoon, plug, spinner, or traditional streamer fly, something about that presentation triggers a response. Sometimes it looks like food. Sometimes it looks injured. Sometimes...
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The End? | MOE Podcast #97
What keeps a tradition alive? This week we talk about cultural resonance: The idea that traditions only survive when they become part of a people’s identity, memory, and way of life. Hunting, fishing, camp life, and time in the outdoors do not endure simply because they are a hobby or something…
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The Maine Outdoors: Then, Now and What's Changing | MOE Podcast #96
In this episode we look at the Maine outdoors through two very different lenses, then and now.After being sent an old Maine Fish and Game magazine from decades past, I started thinking about how much has changed in our hunting and fishing culture…and how much has stayed the same. From old…
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Gear Up for Open Water: Preparing for Spring Fishing in Maine | MOE Podcast #95
As spring arrives in northern Maine the mind shifts towards open water fishing. In this episode, we talk through how we prepare (or should prepare😉) for spring fishing in Maine. Maintenance on rods, reels, line, tackle cleanup, organization, cold-weather considerations, and some of the…
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Joe Holland: Lived It (Part 2) | MOE Podcast #94
Part 2 of our conversation with Joe Holland is live.In this episode, we continue talking through the life experiences, hard seasons, and Maine roots that shaped the man behind Joe Holland Fishing.It's more than hunting, fishing and trapping. It’s about experience, values, and a life lived...
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Joe Holland: A Life Outdoors | MOE Podcast #93
Joe Holland has lived a life worth talking about.In this part of the conversation, we get to know Joe Holland the person. His background, his time as a pro bass fisherman, his life in the North Maine Woods, and the experiences that helped shape the man he is today.This episode is about more than...
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The Numbers Are In | What Maine’s 2025 Deer Harvest Really Says | MOE Podcast #92
The official numbers by township are in for Maine’s 2025 deer season, and in this episode we break down what stands out from the harvest report, what the data seems to suggest, and what it does not necessarily prove. A big statewide number can tell an important story, but it can also hide a lot…
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Ice-Out Trolling with Tandem Streamers: A Maine Fishing Tradition | MOE podcast #91
Every spring in Maine there’s a short window when the ice finally disappears and landlocked salmon and brook trout can be had near the surface of Maine's big lakes. For generations, anglers have taken advantage of that moment by slowly trolling classic streamer patterns across cold, dark…
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When Did Hunting and Fishing Gear Get So Complicated? | MOE Podcast #90
There was a time when choosing hunting or fishing gear was pretty simple. A good rifle, a dependable scope, a fly rod that felt right in your hand and that was about it.Today it feels different.Endless options, endless features, and gear that seems to get more complicated every year. From rifle...
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The Depot Lake Hunt Club | Preserving a Canadian Hunting Tradition | MOE Podcast #89
For many of us, hunting camp is more than a place, it’s a tradition.In this episode, we sit down with Rob and Darryl Wiggins, members of The Depot Lake Hunt Club in Ontario, Canada, to talk about what it takes to preserve a hunting camp in the modern era. From multi-generational membership to...
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When Play Built Outdoorsmen | Podcast #88
When we were kids, we thought it was just play. Fishing a small brook after school or wandering through the woods without a plan...always with a BB gun in hand. Looking back, those moments weren’t without purpose. They were building outdoor skills: shooting, instinct, reading the woods and...
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Seasons Change...So Does Life | MOE Podcast #87
When hunting season ends, it can feel like something closes. Our routine and rhythm change and winter can feel like a drag. However, the outdoors never really stops…it just changes.In this episode, we talk about the natural shift from the woods to the water, from rifle to rod, and how the…
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The Last True Woodsmen
Today, we sit down with men who lived the Maine woods in a different era...a time when the woods were remote, gear was simple, and skill mattered more than anything.We discuss their early trips to camp, the years they served during Vietnam, how the woods have changed, and the personal stories…
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Modern Gear vs Traditional Gear: Is there Really a Difference? | MOE Podcast #85
Modern gear has never been better but does that automatically make us better outdoorsmen?This episode was inspired by a recent experiment that tested 100-year-old Everest gear against modern high-altitude equipment. The results were surprising, and they raise a bigger question that applies just…
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What Maine’s Outdoor Law Debates Say About Our Future | MOE Podcast #84
Several outdoor law changes are being discussed in Augusta. Taken together, they raise a bigger question about the future of hunting and fishing in Maine.In this episode of Maine Outdoor Enthusiast, we take a look at some of the proposals currently on the table, including:• A potential extension…
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Why Chasing Success is Ruining YOUR Hunting Season | MOE Podcast #83
What if the way you define success is what’s quietly ruining your hunting season?In this episode, we talk honestly about how modern hunting culture (numbers, comparisons, pressure, and highlight reels) can pull us away from what made hunting meaningful in the first place. This isn’t an argument...
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Why Your 2026 Deer Season Starts NOW | MOE Podcast #82
Deer season may be over, but the work that leads to next year’s success starts right now. In this episode, we break down why the offseason is one of the most important...and overlooked parts of becoming a better hunter.From the mental reset after a long season to gear evaluation, and physical...
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Deer Tracks To Stockings: Season Reflections And Gifts For Outdoorsmen | MOE Podcast #81
Maine 2025 deer season has come to a close and Christmas is right around the corner. In this episode, we take time to reflect on the past deer season...the lessons learned, the moments that stuck with us, and what the woods always teach when the season ends. We also talk the transition to…
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Maine's BEST Deer Season To Date: 2025 Deer Season Review | MOE Podcast #80
For northern Maine, the 2025 deer season has come to an end...and what a year it has been! The deer harvest in Maine is well over 50,000 harvested in the state with still a week left to the season in some southern areas. Not to mention, my father-in-law got it done on the last day of his season...
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Big Bucks Are On The Move: Hunting Peak Rut In Maine | MOE Podcast #79
Maine’s 2025 deer season week 3 brought the action we’d been waiting for. With November 15th marking what many consider peak rut, big bucks were finally on their feet...and we had tracking snow all week long! It doesn’t get any better for deer trackers.We spent the first half of the week at the...
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Maine Deer Season 2025 Week 2 | MOE Podcast #78
Week 2 of the 2025 Maine deer season is here, and things are heating up fast. In this episode, we talk about our latest hunts, the patterns we’re seeing, and why this week has us more fired up than ever. From fresh rubs and active scrapes popping up in all the right places, the woods are giving…
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Maine Deer Season 2025 Week 1 Review | MOE Podcast #77
Week 1 of Maine’s deer season brought a moment we’ll never forget. Success came full circle. The first week in the big woods, we connected on a buck in the exact same spot where my father tagged his very first 200+ lb buck back in 1988. It’s one of those rare hunting stories that ties generations...
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Maine Deer Season 2025 Opener: It Was A Busy Day! | MOE Podcast #76
The Maine deer season has finally arrived. In this episode, we take you deep into the North Woods for opening day...the crisp air, the stillness of fall, and the anticipation only hunters understand.Join us as we relive the first day of deer season and share some other hunters success…
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2025 Maine Deer Season Strategy | Expect The Unexpected
Our 2025 Maine deer season strategy: Set goals and adapt when the woods, weather, and deer have other plans.With just a few days before the opening of Maine's 2025 rifle season, we discuss our game plan (or the lack thereof 😂 ) and what to do when the woods throw you a curveball. From...
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Signpost Rubs and Planned Obsolescence...Are They A Thing? MOE Podcast #74
This week we expound upon last week's topic and address the idea of planned obsolescence...are most things made with a planned "expiration date"? We also discuss some preseason deer scouting and how some popular thoughts, such as the significance of signpost rubs, may or may not play into your…
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The Hunting Gear Myth: Is It All A Scam? | MOE Podcast #73
Are us hunters getting played by the outdoor industry? In this episode, we discuss our views on modern hunting gear... the overpriced camo, the “scent-proof” sprays, and the endless gadgets that promise success but deliver little. Lets explore if marketing hype has replaced woodsmanship, and what...
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Maine Hunting is in Full Swing! | MOE Podcast #72
The woods are alive. Maine’s hunting season is officially in full swing. In this episode, we talk about what’s happening right now across the state: deer movement, moose harvest reports, grouse activity, and how the changing fall weather is shaping the season. So, whether you’re deep in the North...
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Hunt Smart- Honesty Matters | MOE Podcast #71
Hunting is more than filling tags. It’s about honesty, respect, and preserving the tradition. In this episode, we break down why staying legal...and honest matters for every hunter. Being an honest hunter not only keeps you within the law but helps protect Maine’s wildlife and preserve...
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The Rhythm Of Fall: Guns, Ethics And The Chances Of Snow | MOE Podcast #70
Fall in Maine is more than crisp mornings and colorful leaves. It’s a time when hunters prepare for the season, adapt to the change, and respect the traditions of the woods. In this episode, we explore the natural rhythms of fall and what every sportsman should keep in mind heading into hunting...
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Deer Tracking: It's A Mental Game | MOE Podcast #69
Deer tracking in Northern Maine isn’t just about following tracks...it’s a mental game. From patience and confidence to fatigue and tough decisions, this episode dives into the mindset that makes or breaks a hunt.Tracking big bucks in the Northern Maine is more than snow, gear, and rifles...it’s...
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Deer Scouting: Finding New Hotspots In The Maine Woods | MOE Podcast #68
Scouting deer in Maine isn’t just walking the woods. It’s finding the hotspots that hold big bucks. In this video, we share how we discover new deer hotspots and what to look for to up your hunting game this season.Check us out on the web for more videos and merch:...
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The Age of Artificial Intelligence: Can Deer Tracking Be Taught? | MOE Podcast #67
Can deer tracking truly be taught? How has the age of Artificial Intelligence influencing hunters? In this episode, we dive deep into the world of traditional hunting skills and how much can actually be learned without boots on the ground. To further complicate the world of learning, AI tools,...
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Gear Up For Maine Deer Season 2025 | MOE Podcast #66
The 2025 Maine deer season is right around the corner, and hunters across the state are getting ready for another year in the big woods. In this video, we cover the important things you need to know to gear up for success and answer some important questions such as: Where did all the good wool...
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Deer Camp: A Community Like NO Other | MOE Podcast #65
Deer camp is more than a place...it’s a living tradition built on quiet service, shared responsibility, and deep-rooted connection with others. In this episode, we have the pleasure of Ben Kuncaitis of @campbenny gracing our presence. From fathers and sons to life long friends, we explore what...
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Getting Hunt Ready | Training & Supplements for Deer Season | MOE Podcast #64.5 (Part 2)
With deer season closing in, now is the time to start thinking and preparing for deer hunting. This is the time to start conditioning the body to get ready for deer tracking in November. In part 2 of episode 64 of the MOE podcast, we discuss some of our favorite supplements that can be added to a...
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Getting Hunt Ready | Training & Supplements for Deer Season | MOE Podcast #64 (Part 1)
This week we have the whole gang together! With deer season closing in, now is the time to start thinking and preparing for deer hunting. This is the time to start conditioning the body to get for deer tracking in November. In part 1 of episode 64 of the MOE podcast, we discuss some of the…
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Remote Camping In The Maine Wilderness | No cell, NO HELP! | MOE Podcast #63
This week, we discuss key things a person can do to make their first experience camping in the big woods of Maine enjoyable and stress free. We forget sometimes that if a person has never really been remote enough where they will be out of contact with society, it can create a sense of…
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Hunting & Fishing Big Woods & Waters w/ Matthew Kamm | MOE Podcast #62
This week, avid outdoorsman and Aroostook County native, Matthew Kamm, joins us on the podcast. In this episode, we discuss a plethora of topics ranging from trolling big Maine waters with methods adopted from the Great Lakes, deer hunting big woods and conservation issues plaguing sportsmen…
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Constitutional Right to Hunt and Fish | MOE Podcast #61
Is hunting and fishing just a tradition...or a constitutional right? Join us as we explore the growing movement to protect the right to hunt and fish through state constitutions. 24 states currently have the constitutional provision for the right to hunt and fish and Maine may join that growing...
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Spring Fishing In Maine With Joe Osgood | MOE Podcast #60 (From The Camp)
This week, we’re joined by Joe Osgood of FBM Maine Outdoor Journal. We spent the past few days fishing some of Maine's iconic lakes and took a little time to chat with Joe about Maine ice-out fishing and his plans for the year going forward. Joe brings a great deal of diverse knowledge and...
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Becoming A Deer Tracker w/ Big Woods Bucks COO Scott Gaillard | MOE Podcast #59
In this episode, we follow one Scott Gaillard's real-world journey from curious beginner to accomplished deer tracker. Through raw stories, hard lessons, and insights from seasoned hunters, this episode dives into the diverse journey by which hunters find their ways to the big woods. Whether…
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Outdoor Fads: Here Today, Gone Tomorrow? | MOE Podcast #58
In this episode, we dive into the ever-changing world of outdoor fads—those trends that explode onto the scene with big promises but quietly fade away when the seasons change. From gimmicky gear to viral fishing lures like the legendary Banjo Minnow, we explore some of the biggest trends and how...
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Hunt, Heal & Thrive With Dr. Brit | MOE Podcast #57
In today’s fast-paced world, we often forget the simple, powerful medicine that surrounds us—nature. In this episode, we are joined by my sister, Dr. Brittney Guiou. Dr. Brit (AKA Sister MOE) is a double board certified Family & Obesity medicine physician. With her, we explore the therapeutic...
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Back To The Basics With Mrs. MOE | MOE Podcast #56
n a fast-paced digital world, we often overlook the simple practices that ground us. In this episode, Lacey Guiou, OTR/L, joins us to share the benefits of slowing down, embracing time-honored traditions, and rediscovering the value of handwriting. From improving memory and creativity to reducing...
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