The New Hunters Guide

Is the 20 gauge the future of turkey hunting? On this episode I try to answer that question and provide some ideas as to why the 20 gauge may appear more popular than it is.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is there a best choke tube for turkey hunting? And if so, is it worth trying to find it? These are the questions I tackle on this episode.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode I try to save you some precious scouting and hunting time by giving you my list of top public land areas to NOT find turkeys.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A good hunt may result in you walking out the woods with a turkey. But it is possible to walk out of the woods with something even more valuable. On this episode I talk about hunting morel mushrooms along with turkeys.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you effectively hunt turkeys in the evening? The answer to that question is yes, and on this episode, I provide some tips on how to do it.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should you hunt turkeys with a red dot? In this episode, I give you five reasons why you might want to give it a try. Thanks to Tetra Hearing for sponsoring this episode. Get your FREE Tetra Hearing 2-Year Extended Service Plan when purchasing a device. Simply add this Service Plan to your cart and use this code at checkout: NEWHUNTERSGUIDE. When you use my link or discount code to make a purchase, I earn a small commission, thanks for your support.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you need to buy expensive turkey hunting ammo, or can target loads do the job? On this episode I share more than just ideas, I have some data. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I think hunting is able to change people's live, and on this special episode I am going to share several ways that I think that can happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you walk into the turkey woods and do not hear any gobbling, can you still take a turkey? I've done it, and on this episode I am going to share tips that can help you do it too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I think it can be both easy and cheap to travel for turkey hunting. On this episode I share tips about how you can plan a turkey hunting trip on a budget. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are many shotguns out there that could be ideal for turkey hunting. On this episode, I share tips that can help you find a turkey gun that is a good match for you and your hunting style. Thanks to Tetra Hearing for sponsoring this episode. Get your FREE Tetra Hearing 2-Year Extended Service Plan when purchasing a device. Simply add this Service Plan to your cart and use this code at checkout: NEWHUNTERSGUIDE. When you use my link or discount code to make a purchase, I earn a small commission, thanks for your support.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hunting turkeys on big land is one thing, on this episode I talk about how to hunt turkeys on big land that you have never seen before. And, as mentioned din the episode, here is my video on how to scout turkeys with maps and apps: https://youtu.be/lVWQRWBlYec?si=kuDTeNat0dPHIDds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode I talk about basic turkey hunting gear, including calls, vests, footwear, clothing, and some other items. I try to differentiate between what is more important and less important. Thanks to Tetra Hearing for sponsoring this episode. Get your FREE Tetra Hearing 2-Year Extended Service Plan when purchasing a device. Simply add this Service Plan to your cart and use this code at checkout: NEWHUNTERSGUIDE. When you use my link or discount code to make a purchase, I earn a small commission, thanks for your support.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you are like me, you are a hunter who spends a lot of time around non hunters. I think this creates opportunities and challenges. I encourage you to both represent yourself authentically while also being a representative of the sport seeking to build bridges and grow respect for the hunting community. In this episode I share what I think are some practical tips on how to do that more effectively. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I think that duck hunters pursuing crows in the off season can help hunters in multiple ways, including but not limited to getting more experience wing shooting. Listen to this episode for the details! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I think winter is perfect for crow hunting and I think there are some advantages to hunting them at this time as well. In this episode I share some of the reasons why I think you should give it a try. Always check your local seasons and hunting regulations first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some people conclude their hunting once winter fully sets in, but I think it is the perfect time of year to start hunting predators and in this episode I share reasons why. Always check your local seasons and hunting regulations first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it safe to wait overnight to recover and process deer in the morning during the winter? On this episode I share some information that I sourced from a professional butcher and whitetail hunter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No matter how cold it gets outside, the deer are still there. But does it ever become too cold to hunt them? On this episode I talk about some of the impact that extreme cold can have on both deer and hunters.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do all ducks leave for the winter, or can you still have success up until the last day of the hunting season? My answer for this question is "it depends", so listen to this episode for more. I also share some late season waterfowl hunting tactics, and a very important warning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should you use the same ammunition for head shots vs. body shots in waterfowl hunting? That may sound like a strange question, but it is a real topic, and the focus of this episode.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Does snow help or hinder deer hunting? On this episode I talk about some of the pros and cons of hunting deer while it is snowing and after the fact. This episode is sponsored by Midwest Gun Works, use the code NHG25 at checkout to get free shipping on your first order at www.MidwestGunWorks.com, some exclusions apply, see website for details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If your deer hunting season is not going the way you want it to, then this episode is for you. I share tips that can help the desperate deer hunter who wants to break the pattern of failure and find success.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you find wounded ducks? On this episode I share tips to wound fewer birds and to quickly find and recover more of the birds that you do wound. This episode is sponsored by Midwest Gun Works, use the code NHG25 at checkout to get free shipping on your first order at www.MidwestGunWorks.com, some exclusions apply, see website for details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is more effective for hunting ducks, pheasants, and other birds, more potent loads or lighter loads with less recoil? On this episode I dig into this question to try and help you make good decisions based on how you hunt. Thanks to Tetra Hearing for sponsoring this episode. Get your FREE Tetra Hearing 2-Year Extended Service Plan when purchasing a device. Simply add this Service Plan to your cart and use this code at checkout: NEWHUNTERSGUIDE. When you use my link or discount code to make a purchase, I earn a small commission, thanks for your support.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many who have had accidents or experienced tragedy in the woods have said or thought "it will never happen to me." On this episode I share tips on how you can do the single most important thing on every hunt, come home safe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you have deer hunted for very long you may have heard or believed a lie. In this episode I dig into what I believe is the biggest lie in deer hunting and give you tips on how to overcome it to be more effective in the woods.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Human pressure can impact deer behavior. On this episode, I talk about how to find deer on public land. This episode is sponsored by Midwest Gun Works, use the code NHG25 at checkout to get free shipping on your first order at www.MidwestGunWorks.com, some exclusions apply, see website for details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can and should you hunt ducks in the rain? On this episode I share tips on how to do it safer and more effectively. This episode is sponsored by Midwest Gun Works, use the code NHG25 at checkout to get free shipping on your first order at www.MidwestGunWorks.com, some exclusions apply, see website for details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you have spent much time waterfowl hunting, I think it's likely that you have heard or believed a lie at some point. In this episode I drill down into what I think the biggest lie in waterfowl hunting is, and how you can change your thinking to take more birds and save more money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If hunting has lost its spark, or you are worried it might, there is hope. In this episode I drill down into reasons why that happens and how you can make hunting fun and exciting again!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you are an archery hunter, you may know something about the 10 second rule, or some version of it. On this episode I talk about the methodical process that every hunter should discipline themselves to be able to go through from the first sight of a legal deer to taking a shot in 10 seconds or less. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you call deer just like you call ducks and turkeys? The simple answer is no, but there are certain times when a deer call can be effective. On this episode I talk about four different kinds of deer calls and when I recommend you do each. This episode is sponsored by Midwest Gun Works, use the code NHG25 at checkout to get free shipping on your first order at www.MidwestGunWorks.com, some exclusions apply, see website for details. Here is the link to the duck calling video I referenced in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DxRdfkanfE  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Choosing the right time to take shot at a deer could be the difference between going home with a deer or with regret. On this episode I talk about how to pick the right time for a shot, and maybe more importantly, how you can develop a shot plan that fits your personal style and goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Calling is one of the core components to duck hunting and on this episode, I give an entry level strategic overview of calling for new hunters to help you get into the woods and take your first birds. This episode is sponsored by Midwest Gun Works, use the code NHG25 at checkout to get free shipping on your first order at www.MidwestGunWorks.com, some exclusions apply, see website for details. Here is the link to the duck calling video I referenced in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DxRdfkanfE  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you want to start hunting ducks or you want to get some tips to up your game, this is the right episode for you. This is intro to duck hunting. Thanks to Tetra Hearing for sponsoring this episode. Get your FREE Tetra Hearing 2-Year Extended Service Plan when purchasing a device. Simply add this Service Plan to your cart and use this code at checkout: NEWHUNTERSGUIDE. When you use my link or discount code to make a purchase, I earn a small commission, thanks for your support.  Note: I also mentioned TideWe and High 'N Dry waders in this episode, both have given me gear in the past, and I am a TideWe affiliate who earns commission when people use my links and discount code but I'm not promoting any links or codes in this episode.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So how can you find good quality hunting gear that will do the job you need it to do as cost effectively as possible? Listen to find out! This episode is sponsored by Midwest Gun Works, use the code NHG25 at checkout to get free shipping on your first order at www.MidwestGunWorks.com, some exclusions apply, see website for details. I talk mostly about deer hunting gear in this episode, but I do touch on some other areas as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are a couple of legitimate scenarios where you may find yourself going in to hunt land you have never set foot on before. On this episode I am going to talk about how you can maximize that opportunity and boost your chances of taking a deer. I focus on the new hunter, but these tactics may be beneficial for any hunter going into a new area. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you are new to deer hunting or want to have more consistent success, I believe putting these 10 tips into practice can be a game changer.  This episode is sponsored by Midwest Gun Works, use the code NHG25 at checkout to get free shipping on your first order at www.MidwestGunWorks.com, some exclusions apply, see website for details.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deer hunting videos can be both entertaining and educational, but there are things you just cannot learn from a video. In this episode I talk about the merits of hunting videos, but I also discuss some of the misconceptions they can create and how some critical hunting skills can only be effectively developed by spending time in the woods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you hunt enough game to feed a family of four for a year? On this episode I mix some math with some critical thinking to answer this question and look at a few different ways you might try to do this. Thanks to Tetra Hearing for sponsoring this episode. Get your FREE Tetra Hearing 2-Year Extended Service Plan when purchasing a device. Simply add this Service Plan to your cart and use this code at checkout: NEWHUNTERSGUIDE. When you use my link or discount code, I earn a small commission, thanks for your support.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many claims are made about ported choke tubes, but what does the data say? Are they better or worse than non-ported chokes, and what should you use for turkey hunting?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should you lease hunting land? What about paying to hunt? How do you find a place to hunt in areas that lack public land? On this episode I talk about a few alternatives to leasing land, as well as share some things to consider when evaluating your leasing options. And I discuss some things to help you evaluate pay to hunt opportunities as well.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Being able to take multiple types of game in the same hunt can make things more fun and increase your chances of success. In this episode I talk about the basics of mixed bag hunts. As always, be sure to check your local seasons and laws to see if and what game can be hunted concurrently and what the safety rules are. Also be sure to check your local firearms and ammunition regulations. Thanks to Tetra Hearing for sponsoring this episode. Get your FREE Tetra Hearing 2-Year Extended Service Plan when purchasing a device. Simply add this Service Plan https://tetrahearing.com/products/2-year-extended-service-plan?sca_ref=4865318.FIXtZbDKdd to your cart and use this code at checkout: NEWHUNTERSGUIDE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is a 20-gauge or a 28-gauge powerful enough to hunt ducks or pheasants? Can you really hunt turkeys with a .410 bore? Are sub gauges able to do the job just as well as a 12-gauge? I examine the ballistics of waterfowl, pheasant, and turkey ammo across the most popular sub gauges to see how they really stack up. Yes, sub-gauges have less recoil and generally weigh less, but are they capable for the job using bismuth, steel, lead, or TSS hunting loads? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you want to start hunting small game, or just get better at it, this is the right episode for you. I dig into the basics of small game hunting to help you safely and effectively get into the woods. Thanks to Tetra Hearing for sponsoring this episode. Get your FREE Tetra Hearing 2-Year Extended Service Plan when purchasing a device. Simply add this Service Plan to your cart and use this code at checkout: NEWHUNTERSGUIDE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Finding pheasants in stocked areas is different than finding wild birds. On this episode I go in depth into how you can find more birds and take pheasants out of the woods when other hunters see and shoot nothing. I also talk about the advantages of hunting without a dog and how smarter hunters can do even better when they do have a dog. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maybe you have never hunted pheasants before or just never had much success. In this episode I walk you step by step through how you can get started hunting pheasants including the gear, strategy, and tactics. This episode is sponsored by Midwest Gun Works, use the code NHG25 at checkout to get free shipping on your first order at www.MidwestGunWorks.com, some exclusions apply, see website for details.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you have been hunting for any length of time you have likely picked up some bad information along the way. On this episode, I cover a number of topics to help you determine what is fact and what is fiction. Thanks to Tetra Hearing for sponsoring this episode. Get your FREE Tetra Hearing 2-Year Extended Service Plan when purchasing a device. Simply add this Service Plan to your cart and use this code at checkout: NEWHUNTERSGUIDE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You do not need to be a gun expert to be a good or even a great hunter, but a little bit of knowledge goes a long way. On this episode I talk about the difference between caliber and cartridge as well as gauge. There may be many cartridges that use the same caliber but have very different levels of power and impact. Choosing the right catridge for your hunt can help you maximize effectiveness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices