The Stickboys Podcast
by Dalton Lewis & Alan Altizer
The Stickboys podcasts are about one thing and one thing only - traditional bowhunting, pure and simple. No fluff, no industry promotion, just normal guys talking to normal guys and gals about their uncommon adventures with stick and string. Don't forget to check out our youtube channel at The Stickboys, and thanks for listening!
Episodes
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2026 Season Strategies
Join Alan Altizer and Dalton Lewis in a late September discussion as they map out plans for the 2026 season. This episode is full of down to earth, common-sense, approaches to maximize your chances for shot opportunities on limited set ups. Today, most people don’t have access to large tracts of...
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Paul Brunner: Sheep and High Country Magic
This week Paul Brunner takes us around the world in pursuit of sheep. Now at the age of 82, Paul is still hunting hard and living the life as a bowhunter. Paul tells Alan about various adventures around the world and the friends he shared those special times with including Paul Schafer. They not...
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Aaron Miller: The Mentorship of Traditional Bowhunting
This week Aaron Miller joins Alan Altizer to discuss our responsibilities as traditional bowhunters, and how to share the lessons and ethics that a traditional bowhunter learns over their lifetime of experiences. “We have been blessed to have hunted the hard way.” But this path has taught the...
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Rosey Roseland: My Friend Paul Schafer
This week Alan Altizer is honored once again to be joined by one of Montana’s legendary traditional bowhunters, Rosey Roseland. Rosey is considered one of the most outstanding Traditional Bowhunters of modern times. His group of trad hunting friends were so successful at killing animals, they…
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PBS and Compton: Bowhunting's Heavy Hitters
This week Ethan and Terry Receuver join Alan to talk about the Professional Bowhunter Society and Compton Traditional Bowhunters. These two national organizations are great for both bow hunters, and bow hunting! Terry and Ethan talk about the similarities of the two organizations and the benefits...
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Grizzly Hunting with Rick Snell
The excitement of being within Trad range of an animal definitely will make the heart pound. But being within Trad range of a grizzly takes it to a whole other level. It is imperative that the hunter makes no mistakes and stays focused on the job at hand. One small lapse in focus can mean a blown...
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Tracking: The Hard Facts with Bob Foulkrod
“This is one of the most important shows that we have produced!!” This week Alan Altizer and Bob Foulkrod have a hard-core discussion concerning tracking of a wounded animal. “It’s totally a matter of respect to the animal and bowhunting to make every effort to recover the animal.” But tracking…
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2026 PBS Bear Camp Live
Join the PBS crew in the 2026 Bear Camp, live from Saskatchewan. The gang has had an incredible hunt and shares their adventures from this past week. Some big bears are down!!!! The group, including the outfitters, go into hunt preparation, set ups, the experiences of the week, and the kills from...
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Rosey Roseland: The Bear Facts
This week Alan Altizer is once again honored to be joined by the Montana/Alaskan bowhunter Rosey Roseland. Rosey dives into several decades worth of bear hunting knowledge, graciously sharing his “Knowledge Through Experiences” as he discusses a wide range of bear hunting techniques and…
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"Turkey Nuggets"
This week it's all turkey talk! Dalton and Alan sit down to discuss both of their successes and failures thus far in the 2026 Turkey Season, in both Tennessee and North Carolina. We break down two successful hunts as well as tips and tricks for bowhunting turkeys in general. This episode also...
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Bowhunting Paths of the “Grey Whiskers”
This week friends Alan Altizer and Rob Burnham sit down to reflect on the paths bowhunting has taken each of them on throughout their lives. With over a hundred years of bowhunting experiences between them, these two share their very early years as kids with bows and arrows, then all the way to...
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Mike Mitten: “The Enchantment of Bowhunting”
This week Alan Altizer is joined by one of traditional bowhunting’s best, Mike Mitten. Mike has done it all and is extremely well known for his solo adventures in the Alaskan wilderness in search of the Alaskan moose. Over the years Mike has graciously shared his adventures, and more importantly,...
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Life as a Traditional Bowhunter: Harold Fahrenbrook
Traditional Bowhunting is hard. It is a life style for many of us, but for a few, it is their life. Harold Fahrenbrook is one of those few whom the trad life is their life. Harold has taken game throughout the world. From Cape Buffalo in Africa to sheep, mountain goats, and brown bear in Alaska…
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Bear and Turkey with Bob Foulkrod
This week Alan Altizer is joined by his friend Bob Foulkrod for a “Spring Fling”. These two discuss a little turkey hunting and a lot of bear hunting information. Bob has shot various species of bear throughout the world. Additionally, he was a bear guide for many years and has survived several...
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Wild Boar on the Islands
Let's head south! It's been said that feral hogs are made for bowhunters, we can't say we disagree! On this episode, we're headed South to the swamps and thickets of Georgia to put this theory to the test. Join Dalton Lewis, Jeff Holchin, and Tim Kosteczcko as they recount the week and the...
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The Stickboys and PBS Updates
The gang is back together. Join Ethan, Dalton, and Alan as the catch up on what Ethan has been up to for the last year and his new roll as president of The Professional Bowhunters Society, PBS. Additionally, they discuss many of the advantages, hunts, and all PBS contributes to bowhunters...
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2025 Alaskan Moose Camp with Monty and Bryan: Part 2
Join us again for a trip to Alaska’s wilderness. Our friends Monty Browning and Bryan Burkhardt were once again kind enough to record and share their 2025 Alaskan Moose hunt. With the 2025 deer season over, we are excited to bring their hunts to you. Their incredible day-to-day adventures are the...
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2025 Alaskan Moose Camp with Monty and Bryan: Part 1
Join us again for another trip to Alaska’s wilderness. Our friends Monty Browning and Bryan Burkhardt were once again kind enough to record and share their 2025 Alaskan Moose hunt. With the 2025 deer season over, we are excited to bring their hunts to you. Their incredible day-to-day adventures…
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"The Stickboys" 2025 Season Recap
Join Alan Altizer and Dalton Lewis for a recap of both the 2025 Season and “The Stickboys” podcast. You will enjoy some of the strategies employed by the team during various hunts of an extremely trying bow season, stories of a few hunts, and a recap of the last year and lessons learned.
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Don Davis: My friend Flip Pallot
The wilderness of Florida has historically been one of the most challenging hunting environments in North America. Having forged traditional bowhunting skills since the time of the Seminole Indians and those of the Thompson brothers, as told in “The Witchery of Archery”, Florida has produced some...
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Gene Wensel: A Master Whitetail Hunter’s Perspective
When it comes to knowledge of the Whitetail deer, Gene Wensel is as good as it gets. Join Alan Altizer and Gene Wensel as Gene shares some of the knowledge gained over his lifetime pursuit of mature whitetail bucks. This is one of the most rock solid, common sense shows we’ve ever brought to you…
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Africa with Mike Yancey
Dreams do come true with good planning and hard work. Mike Yancey is a prime example of being able to experience multiple hunts of a lifetime. Just back from his 8th trip to Africa, Mike shares how a little planning and steady work has allowed him to not only hunt Africa again but share the...
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A Tribute to Karen Brunner: “Paul’s Better Half”.
This week Alan Altizer is honored to be joined by Montana’s legendary traditional bowhunters Peter Iacavazzi and Paul Brunner for a tribute to Karen Brunner. Paul’s wife Karen was an exceptional traditional bowhunter. Although her bowhunting career was cut short by physical issues, she stayed…
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Chris Weist: Whitetail Strategies
On this episode Dalton sits down for an early morning chat with diehard bowhunter Chris Weist. Hailing out of PA, Weist is among the most driven bowhunters in the country, having scouted most days in the current calendar year. Woodsmanship is something you can't buy, and Chris certainly does his...
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Tom Jenkins’ Whitetail Strategies
This week Master Bowyer and Trophy Whitetail hunter Tom Jenkins joins Alan Altizer in an in-depth discussion of his approach to hunting mature whitetail. Tom graciously shares his wealth of knowledge ranging from setting up for early season, to techniques he uses in the late season. Over the…
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Flip Pallot. Remembering a Special Man
On this episode we sit down with the one and only Flip Pallot. Flip is a world renown fly fishing angler, but hunting with the simple stick and string is his true passion. Flip speaks like a well written book, is a very contemplative guy, and has a unique perspective on things. Yet his down to...
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Paul Brunner’s Trophy Elk Strategies: ELK Hunting Series Part 3
This week Alan Altizer is honored to be joined by Montana’s legendary traditional bowhunter Paul Brunner. Paul gives a master’s class on hunting trophy elk with a traditional bow. Now at 82 years old, Paul is still successfully hunting monster bulls throughout the west. Having taken 68 bulls to...
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Rosie Roseland’s Elk Strategies: ELK Hunting Series Part 2
This week Alan Altizer is once again honored to be joined by Montana’s legendary traditional bowhunter Rosie Roseland. Now an Alaskan native, Rosie is considered one of the best elk hunters with a traditional bow out there. Rosie graciously shares his wealth of elk hunting knowledge and a variety...
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ELK Hunting Series: DIY Elk and other Big Game with Jeff Holchin
Part 1: This week PBS member Jeff Holchin joins Dalton Lewis to discuss DIY Elk hunts and shares an extreme amount of research of various western states and opportunities a hunter can take advantage of. Jeff has been incredibly successful at DIY hunts, having taken everything from hogs to moose,...
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“My friend Paul Schafer”, with M. R. James
We are once again extremely honored to have Mr. M. R. James, founder of Bowhunter Magazine, share memories of his close friend, Paul Schafer. Paul Schafer was one of the greatest traditional bowhunters in modern times. Paul’s accomplishments with a trad bow have become legendary. In his short…
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The Professional Bowhunters Society: Updates, Group Hunts, and Hunt Giveaway
Join PBS President Ethan Rodrique and VP Bubba Graves for a great update about all PBS is doing, and planning. Their discussion not only covers what PBS is involved in but discusses the contributions of members to improve bowhunting for all bowhunters. Gatherings, banquets, group hunts, and an...
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“Stickflingers of Manitoba” Bear Camp Report, PART 2
Part2: Manitoba is famous for BIG Bear. Join Ethan Rodrigue, Tom Jenkins, Big Ed and the gang for a campfire talk from Manitoba’s premier archery bear camp, “Stickflingers”. Owned and operated by traditional bowhunter Ryan Derlargo, Stickflingers has proven to be one of the most successful...
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“Stickflingers of Manitoba” Bear Camp Report. PART 1
Manitoba is famous for BIG Bear. Join Ethan Rodrigue, Tom Jenkins, Big Ed and the gang for a campfire talk from Manitoba’s premier archery bear camp, “Stickflingers”. Owned and operated by traditional bowhunter Ryan Derlargo, Stickflingers has proven to be one of the most successful destinations...
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Brian Koelzer: 2025 Spring Bear Season Recap and 2026 Hunt Giveaway information!
They say a picture is worth a thousand words. Well, this photo of Brian’s 2025 bear speaks 10, 000 words!” This week Brian Koelzer joins Alan Altizer and shares stories from this year’s camp, including his mega-giant. As discussed in the podcast a few weeks ago, this camp is unsurpassed for mega...
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Bob Foulkrod: Bear Mauling, Polar Bear Charges, and other Adventures around the world. PART 2
PART 2: This week Alan Altizer is honored to be joined by world renowned hunter Bob Foulkrod. Bob and Alan have been friends for many years. Bob is one of the most experienced hunters in the world today having traveled the world in pursuit of adventures. Bob’s accomplishments have included the…
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Bob Foulkrod: Bear Mauling, Polar Bear Charges, and other Adventures around the world.
PART 1: This week Alan Altizer is honored to be joined by world renowned hunter Bob Foulkrod. Bob and Alan have been friends for many years. Bob is one of the most experienced hunters in the world today having traveled the world in pursuit of adventures. Bob’s accomplishments have included the…
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Tips for Success for the Upcoming Season and a Spring Recap
This week set in with Alan Altizer and Dalton Lewis for a recap of the spring season, some bear hunting, and some great tips on how to be a more successful bowhunter in the upcoming seasons. These two discuss some of the most fundamental, basic steps both new and older bowhunters can take to…
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New Brunswick Bears
In this episode, Dalton is sitting down with nearly the entire group of folks headed north the New Brunswick after Ursus americanus in June. The group is "BigEd Schlimme, Curt Cabrera, and Cade Cabrera, and this is the third year going. They break down some of the lessons they have learned the…
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Black Bear with Mike Yancey
This week Alan Altizer is joined by Mr. Mike Yancey to discuss successful Black Bear experiences and strategies with a traditional bow. Mike’s woodsmanship skills are unparalleled making him one of the most accomplished trad hunters alive today. Mike has applied the skills in the pursuit of Black...
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Brian Koelzer: Spring Bear Season is open!
“The name Koelzer and big bears just go together!” This week Brian Koelzer joins Alan Altizer and shares 35 years’ worth of knowledge gained through his experiences in the northwest and Canada. Brian began hunting bear at the age of 12 and has taken numerous trophy class black bear and grizzly.…
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Gene Wensel's new book “Whitetails Etc.”, life lessons, and old friends.
Set in on a great conversation between old friends Gene Wensel and Alan Altizer. Gene shares where life has taken him over the last 80 years, friendships bowhunting has provided him, lessons learned, and the love of family and friends. His new book not only covers these aspects but is a wealth of...
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Alan Altizer and Dalton Lewis: Off Season Scouting and Preparations
This week Alan and Dalton set down and discuss what the gang has been up to during the post season. They are taking advantage of the off season with scouting for next season's bucks, fine tuning their bowhunting skills, and getting ready for spring turkey and bear. It’s apparent these two are...
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Peter Iacavazzi: One Man’s Walk with Legends
This week Alan Altizer is honored to be joined by another of Montana’s legendary traditional bowhunters, Peter Iacavazzi. Peter was not only mentored by, but became close friends with Paul Schafer, Gene and Barry Wensel, Paul Brunner, Rosey Roseland and many more of Montana’s premier bowhunters.…
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Hard Core Turkey Killing Techniques with Mike Yancey
This week Alan Altizer is joined by Mr. Mike Yancey to discuss successful turkey strategies with a traditional bow. Mike is one of the most accomplished trad hunters alive today and turkey hunting is a passion of his. He has hunted spring gobblers in the Wyoming snow covered mountains all the way...
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Aaron Miller and “Miller Whitetail Consulting”
This week Alan Altizer is joined by his friend Aaron Miller. Alan considers Aaron to be one of the best Trophy Whitetail hunters he has ever known. Aaron’s detailed scouting, planning, and approach to locating and hunting mature whitetail is the reason he has taken so many animals with a trad…
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"Big Ed's" 2024 Recap and Bowhunting Lessons.
On this episode, Dalton sits down with Traditional Archery's teddy bear, Ed Schlimme. "Big Ed" is a perfect example of what makes the Traditional Archery community great, you won't find a better guy! We dive into several topics on this one from Ed's incredible 24' season, to the "why" of archery…
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Turkey Slaying with Joey Buchanan
Join us this week as we rejoin a guest from 5 years ago, Mr. Joey Buchanan. Joey is one of the most accomplished turkey bowhunters we know. The amount of knowledge he has gained from both success and failures is invaluable and he freely shares the “do’s and don’ts” when bowhunting turkeys. His...
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A Tribute to Fred Bear by his friend M. R. James
We are extremely honored to have Mr. M. R. James, founder of Bowhunter Magazine, share some memories of his close friend, Fred Bear. Fred Bear was one of the greatest bowhunters in modern times. But beyond his hunting accomplishments, Papa Bear did as much to promote modern bowhunting as anyone....
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Part 4 of Roger Rothhaar’s whitetail classic “In Pursuit of Trophy Whitetails”.
The name Roger Rothhaar is legendary among serious whitetail hunters. Roger was way ahead of his time in whitetail bowhunting strategies and overall whitetail knowledge. With a special thanks to M. R. James, Jeff Warren of Bowhunter Magazine, and Ryan Rothhaar we are proud to bring you Part 4 of...
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Rosey Roseland: Tales from a Traditional Bowhunting Legend
This week Alan Altizer is honored to be joined by one of Montana’s legendary traditional bowhunters from the 1970’s, 80’s, and 90’s, Mr. Rosey Roseland. Now living in Alaska, Rosie and his wife still live their lives in the wild places. Rosey was close friends with Paul Schafer, the Wensels, Paul...
About this show
The Stickboys podcasts are about one thing and one thing only - traditional bowhunting, pure and simple. No fluff, no industry promotion, just normal guys talking to normal guys and gals about their uncommon adventures with stick and string. Don't forget to check out our youtube channel at The Stickboys, and thanks for listening!
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