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Bunkers to Blinds
by Ron Hartley
When two military retirees find out how boring civilian life is they look for adventure one hunting season at a time. Join in as two veterans who served in Iraq together dedicate their lives after the military to hunting and the outdoors.
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Generation Gaps and Turkey Talk.
Ron and Mater discuss a Gen X childhood and first-time turkey hunters.
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Mater at a 10!
Join veterans Ron and Mater as they discuss waking up at a 10, Litter Bugs, Turkey Talk and just getting outdoors.
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Back In Action!
Veterans Ron, Del and Mater catch up from after a long break. Join in as they discuss deer and waterfowl season adventures and surviving the snowstorm of the century.
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Electric Bikes, Large Caliber Rounds and Small Caliber Deer.
Ron and Mater discuss Del's where abouts and his latest hunting accomplishments. Mater further explains that when you Ex Wife remarries you now have an Ex Husband In Law. Ron discusses the wonder of seen on a child's face on their first time duck hunting public.
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Battle Buddies.
Ron, Del and Mater are joined by Eric from Valor and Honor Outdoors. This organization is dedicated to getting veterans in the outdoors and building new support networks. Please visit Valor and Honor Outdoors website for more information or to help them continue their mission.
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Deer Season TTPs
Ron and Del discuss Tips, Tricks and Practices for the 25-26 deer season. The weather is changing, and love is in the air in the deer woods so get ready.
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Times they are a changing!
Ron, Del and Mater discuss the military new/old standards.
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Out of State Hunts and Veterans ranting.
Veterans Ron and Mater talk about his WV bear hunt and then rant about days gone bye.
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Secret Missions and Old Vet Pains.
Veterans Ron and Del talk about pains and what's to come while Mater hunts for black bear in West Virgina.
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Military Firepower and Doves.
Veterans Ron, Del and Mater attempt to discuss dove hunting when good old U.S. firepower enters the conversation.
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Technology vs Woodsmanship
With Del out this week Ron and Mater discuss tech and good old woodsmanship ahead of the 25-26 deer season.
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Veterans Only Duck Hunts.
Veterans Ron, Del, Mater and special guest John Hopper. John serves as a volunteer Hunt Master with the Tennessee Wildlife Federation. Join us as we discuss Tennessee's Veterans only duck hunting and those who give back by leading Vets only hunts.
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Gun Dogs, Hunting Trips and VA claims.
Join veterans Ron and Mater as they attempt to discuss a number of topics. Ron attempts to keep Mater on track but the power of an energy drink strong.
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Summertime: Rest and Refit.
Veterans Ron and Del discuss Mater's ailments and what as hunters we can do in a seasonless season.
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2025 Turkey Season wrap up.
Veterans Ron, Del and Mater are joined by Roger Shield Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency (TWRA) Wild Turkey Coordinator. Join us as we discuss the ups and downs of this season and other interesting turkey knowledge.
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Military restroom breaks and hog hunting deception.
When veterans Ron, Del and Mater start to discuss MREs and luxury restroom facilities in deployed locations. Additionally, the discovers Mater's secret hog hunt.
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Out of state tags, steak dinners and freedom on Thursdays.
Veterans Ron, Del and Mater discuss out of state hunting, wild game on the smoker and host of other topics.
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Iowa Outdoor Dream Foundation Turkey Hunt.
Ron is in Iowa with the Outdoor Dream Foundation and special guest hunter Wake "The Quake". Through the miracle of technology Del joins the conversation from Tennessee. Join us as we discuss tracked wheelchairs, broken gun mounts and turkey hunting.
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Turkeys, Armadillos and Gray Meat Sticks.
Veterans Ron, Del and guest host Mater discuss everything from successful hunts, armadillo tree lines, lab grown meat sticks and much more. So, join us!
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Snack packs and Quiet turkey hunts.
Ron is joined in the blind this week with newly retired MSgt J. Nick "Mater" Austin. Mater brings a wealth of hunting knowledge with a comedic flair. Join us as we discuss quiet hunts, snacks and wild animals.
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Honey-do List and Turkey Hunts.
Veterans Ron and Del talk about returning home from their hunting trip and how the honey-dos added up. The discussion turns to the strange start of 2025 hunting season.
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After Action Report.
Veterans Ron and Del discuss the 1st Bunkers to Blinds Veterans hunt. They find a new little brother in guest hunter Seth and thank their host at the Tennessee Christian Outdoorsman Camp.
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The Hunt Is On! 1st annual Veterans Turkey Hunt.
Veterans Ron and Del sit down with the volunteers of the Tennessee Christian Outdoorsmen Camp. They discuss the camp's mission helping Veterans heel through hunting and the outdoors.
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Veterans Turkey Hunt.
Veterans Ron and Del discuss preparing for the first annual Bunkers to Blinds veterans' turkey hunt. So, join us as we talk hunt prep, foot care and deployment hijinks.
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Bad Weather and Canceled Hunts.
Veterans Ron and Del discuss the recent spring storms, establishing inclement weather plans to your hunts and when you may want to reschedule a hunt for safety. Additionally, you'll hear of past military adventures dating back to Operation Just Cause, Desert Storm and Operation Iraqi Freedom.
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Tennessee Youth Turkey Hunt and First time Veterans Hunt.
Veterans Ron and Del discuss volunteering for the TN Wildlife Federation's youth turkey hunt, and they announce the Bunkers to Blinds 1st annual First time Veterans Turkey hunt. As usual they get distracted telling stories from their time in service.
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The Think Tank
Veterans Ron and Del sit down and discuss current issues in their lives, transition to civilian life, healing powers of the outdoors and their kids' attempted mutinies. We hope all enjoy our open discussion.
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Fanning and Reaping (becoming one with the turkeys)
Veterans Ron and Del discuss the practice of fanning and reaping during a turkey hunt. As the discussion of the art of becoming one with the turkey continues our two friends explore the dangers of this practice during other wild game seasons and more.
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Turkey decoys, to be or not to be that is the question.
Veterans Ron and Del discuss turkey decoys pros and cons, usage and setups. As they continue their decoy discussion, they get sidetracked exploring alternative / urban hunting locations and the most unique decoy on the market.
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Spin up for spring turkey season.
Military retirees Ron and Delroy discuss their preparations for the 2025 spring turkey season.
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No man's land. (The wait for turkey season)
After deer and duck season close what's a hunter to do? Join Ron and Delroy as they discuss off season activities as they long for the start of spring turkey season.
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Bunkers to Blinds Introduction.
When two military veterans discover how boring civilian life is post-retirement, they look for adventure one hunting season at a time.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
When two military retirees find out how boring civilian life is they look for adventure one hunting season at a time. Join in as two veterans who served in Iraq together dedicate their lives after the military to hunting and the outdoors.
HOSTED BY
Ron Hartley
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