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The Hunting Public

ByThe Hunting Public
100 episodes

Podcast Summary

Dive into the wild world of hunting with "The Hunting Public," where hosts Aaron Warbritton and Zach Ferenbaugh guide you through the thrilling landscape of deer and turkey hunting. This podcast stands out with its authentic, relatable approach, delving deep into expert tips and tactical strategies to elevate your hunting game. Join a diverse lineup of guests, including renowned hunting experts and researchers, as they share insights on the latest turkey research and the nuances of early-season gobbling. Each episode is packed with engaging discussions that not only cover hunting techniques but also explore current conditions affecting hunters across the country. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a curious beginner, "The Hunting Public" offers invaluable knowledge and camaraderie, making the hunt just as exciting as the catch. Tune in and transform your outdoor experience while connecting with a community that shares your passion for the hunt!

#1

#315 - Wild Turkey Research in 2025 w/Mike Chamberlain and Patrick Wightman

Mike and Patrick discuss the status of various turkey research projects and talk about spring hunting seasons, gobbling data and wild turkey genetics. THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2024 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2025-04-17•56mins
#2

#314 - The Importance of Woodsmanship During Early Turkey Season w/Aaron Warbritton

In this episode, Zach and Aaron talk about hunting turkeys during the early season when the gobbling frequency is low. They discuss some of the things they have learned and how they approach it differently than late season turkey hunting. Topics Include: -hunting turkeys that aren't gobbling -using sign to pattern flocks of turkeys -listening for other sounds like scratching, drumming, yelping, etc. THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2024 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2025-04-01•1hr 18mins
#3

#313 - How Important is CAMO???

In this episode, Zach, Roy, and Mitch talk about how important camo is when hunting big game. They discuss what they have learned by hunting different species in a variety of habitat types. Topics Include: -ghillie suits -do solids have a purpose? -using surroundings as camo THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-10-30•53mins
#4

#312 - Still Hunting Bedding Areas for ELK! - w/Doug and Logan Ferenbaugh

In this episode, Zach and bis brother Logan, and dad Doug, talk about their recent early season elk hunt. They hunted for the first 10 days of season and dealt with what a lot of hunters experience that time of year, bulls that aren't bugling. This is something that they expected going into the season so they switched up their tactics and that led to many close encounters with bulls. Topics Include: -early season elk hunting -hunting bedding areas when bulls aren't bugling -calling setups vs. calling to get a response from a bull THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-09-17•1hr 16mins
#5

#311 - Best Deer Hunting Calibers w/Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn of Vortex

In this episode, Zach and Jake talk with Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn of Vortex Optics about what they believe to be the best deer hunting rifle available. There are many different opinions on this topic but they try to cover the pros and cons of what they believe to be the best. If you are wondering what you want your next hunting rifle to be then this podcast is for you! Topics Include: -knock down power -long range capabilities -different ammo options Vortex Nation Podcast - NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-08-27•1hr 23mins
#6

#310 - Choosing the Right OPTICS w/Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn of Vortex

In this episode, Zach and Jake talk with Mark Boardman and Ryan Muckenhirn of Vortex Optics about choosing different optics for different hunting situations and budgets. There are tons of different optics and as a hunter it can be overwhelming to choose what optics will be best for your situation. Hopefully by listening to this conversation, you can have a better direction for picking the optics that will work best for you! Topics Include: -go to optics for any situation -optics on a budget -spotting scope vs high power binoculars Vortex Nation Podcast - NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-08-20•1hr 21mins
#7

# 309 - Becoming a Calling Master w/Beau Brooks

In this episode, Zach talks with Beau Brooks about mastering different calls for hunting. Beau has always been fascinated with communicating with the game that he is hunting, and it is obvious as soon as he uses a call to produce the sounds they make. There are very few hunters that are as proficient with a variety of calls as Beau and hopefully everyone listening can learn from him about what it takes to continue to improve your calling skills! Topics Include: -how much practice it takes to master a call -tips for beginners -applying calls to different situations Beau’s Instagram Page - Beau’s Elk Calls - Beau’s Turkey Calls - NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-08-13•1hr 23mins
#8

#308 - Is it Worth it to Hunt Buck Beds??? MSU Deer Lab’s Buck Bedding Study w/Luke Resop

Over the years, THP has discussed buck bedding as a big part of their hunting strategy. Recently the folks at the Mississippi State University Deer Lab did a study that tracked buck bedding behaviors. In this episode, Zach talks with Luke Resop about the study, what was learned, and how we can use it to our advantage when making a plan to hunt mature bucks...or can we? Topics Include: -how often bucks bed in the same areas -what time of the day bucks bed the most -times of the season bucks are the easiest to pattern NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-08-06•1hr 16mins

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#9

#307 - Factors to Consider When Going In For a Morning Hunt

In this episode, Zach, Ted, Colby, and Brett talk about their approach to going in for a morning hunt. Every situation is different, but making a plan based off a variety of factors is important. The guys talk about a lot of different situations and how they approach them with hopes of helping you make a solid game plan for your morning hunts this season! Topics include: -weather conditions and how to use them when going in for a morning hunt -do lights spook deer? -why it can be valuable to go into an area after daylight THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-07-31•1hr 3mins
#10

#306 - The Evolution THP’s Scent Control Regiment

In this episode, Zach, Jake, Hayden, and Crystal talk about their approach to “scent control” and how their focus has changed since they first started hunting. There are a lot of things that may surprise you in this episode about how the group views different scent control techniques. They give examples of how their scent control has evolved over the years and the results of how often deer detect them. Topics include: -stories from when THP members used to be extreme scent control fanatics -ground scent and how to control where deer smell where you’ve been -does ozone beat a deers nose? THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-07-23•35mins
#11

#305 - Cell Cameras BANNED on PUBLIC LAND?

In this episode, Zach, Aaron, Ted, and Nick talk about trail camera bans on public land. Technology has undoubtedly changed how people hunt and trail cameras are no exception. The guys talk about the pros and cons of trail camera use on public land, their opinions on cameras and how they can help hunters, and discuss technological advancements in hunting. Topics include: -Iowa potentially banning trail cameras on public land -do trail cameras help hunters? -our opinions on future trail camera bans on public land NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-07-09•1hr 26mins
#12

#304 - Hunting Aggressively on Small Properties

In this episode, Zach and Jake talk about hunting aggressively on small properties. Over the years they have hunted public areas with a very aggressive approach but that has taught them a lot about how they would go about applying those same tactics to hunting on small private properties. The big difference is how and when they would go about setting up as close as possible to the bedding areas on those pieces of land. If you hunt a small piece of land, this episode may help you make plans for getting aggressive when the time is right this fall! Topics Include: -pre-season scouting and scouting from a distance during the season -taking your time to get close to bedding areas when you know bucks are using it -signs that a mature buck is using a small property and when to get aggressive NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-07-03•53mins
#13

#303 - The Difference Between Being AGGRESSIVE Vs. Being RECKLESS When Hunting w/The Tethrd Crew

In this episode, Zach talks with Rob, Josh, and Jared from the Tethrd Crew about hunting whitetails. A lot of times hunters talk about hunting "aggressively" which sometimes can be interpreted as hunting carelessly or recklessly. But in this discussion there are many examples of how dialed aggressive hunts are in order to pull them off. Topics Include: -hunting big woods bucks -reading sign in low deer density areas -buck bedding NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-06-26•1hr 17mins
#14

#302 - 5 Years of Shooting HEAVY ARROWS! - What Have We Learned??? w/Ranch Fairy

Zach, Aaron, Nick, and Ranch Fairy talk about the things that they have learned in the last 5 years when hunting with heavier arrows and cut on contact broad heads. They discuss some of the things that have changed about their opinions on different arrow setups and how they plan unbiased tests for every theory that they come up with when comparing different setups. They also discuss things like broad head sharpening, arrow flight, deer anatomy, blood trails, single bevels, and of course some stories as well! Topics Include: -testing everything even if it has worked in the past -how important understanding anatomy of animals is when shooting them with a bow -how to get the best arrow flight -Is it even possible to predict where an arrow will hit a live animal or the blood trail??? Ranch Fairy’s YouTube Channel - NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-06-11•1hr 32mins
#15

#301 - Our Funniest MISS Stories - Tips for Making the Shot!

Zach, Jake, Nick, Ted, Bruce, and Dylan talk about missing turkeys. They tell funny stories of misses, getting frustrated at themself, and the lessons they learned from making mistakes on shots. Topics Include: -mistakes that we made on shots we missed -everyones best miss story -tips for making the shot NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-05-07•1hr 5mins
#16

#300 - Learning HUNTER TENDENCIES & Thinking Outside of the Box w/Keith and Roy

In this episode, Zach, Keith, and Roy talk about hunting new areas. They dive into their goals when going into a new area, what they look for when picking new spots, learning tendencies of hunters in the region, and thinking outside the box in order to find success! Topics Include: -our goals for hunting a new area -unique hunter tendencies on public land that you can use to your advantage by thinking outside of the box -unique locator calls for turkey hunting -how to put yourself in a position to hear animals Roy’s YouTube Channel - NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-04-16•50mins
#17

#299 - TIPS For Setting Up on ROOSTED GOBBLERS! w/Jake and Nick

In this episode, Zach, Jake and Nick talk about hunting gobblers right off the roost. They discuss various situations and how they approach them, from roosting the turkey the night before to the final setup and calls they use. Hunting turkeys close to their roost can be a very effective way to hunt and can be a great opportunity to make the most of a morning with limited time to hunt! Topics Include: -how we pinpoint roosted gobblers the night before -planning routes into the setup -if you should or should not call to a roosted gobbler -anticipating where the turkeys will fly to off the roost tree NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-04-09•1hr 6mins
#18

#298 - HUNT BREAKDOWN in the FIELD! w/Zach and Nick

In this episode, Zach and Nick breakdown the successful turkey hunt they had that morning. They recap the hunt and talk about the things that they felt led them to an awesome encounter with a tom and his hens. Every hunting situation is different but the lessons learned on every hunt help us in future hunts and hopefully you can take something away from these hunt breakdown podcasts! Topics Include: -story of a successful turkey hunt -tips for picking setups -being aggressive when turkey hunting -using locator calls to know where a turkey is before setting up NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-04-02•28mins
#19

#297 - TIPS for Early Season Turkey Hunting! - Preventing Common Mistakes

Zach and Nick talk about some of the mistakes that they have made in the past early in the turkey season. Usually these mistakes are things that we have messed up in the past and if we think about those mistakes before going into the season, our success is usually much better. If not we tend to fall into the same old habits of having to relearn certain lessons. Topics Include: -What we do when birds aren't gobbling. -Focusing good cover in setups when there isn't much foliage. -Keeping your composure when things happen fast. -Being patient around fresh sign. NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-03-26•46mins
#20

#296 - Being a HUNTING MENTOR w/ Hayden and Ally

In this podcast Zach, Hayden, and Ally talk about what it takes to be a successful hunting mentor. Hayden has been helping Ally get into turkey hunting for several years and the two of them talk about their perspectives and the learning process of helping a new hunter improve their woodsmanship skills. Topics Include: -Ally's 2023 Turkey hunt -Lessons to learn as a mentor helping new hunters -Ways to approach helping a new hunter -Hunt stories and more! NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-03-21•1hr 18mins
#21

#295 - Turkey CALLING Tips and Tactics w/THP

I this podcast Zach talks to each member of the THP crew about their favorite turkey calls and any tips, tricks, or stories they have to share about calling to wild turkeys. Topics Include: -everyones favorite turkey call style -tips for improving your calling -our favorite turkey sounds to make to bring in gobblers -applications for different calls NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-03-15•1hr 45mins
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#294 - Turkey Tour Plans for 2024 - Favorite Moments of 2023

In this episode, the whole THP crew tells their favorite stories from 2023 turkey season and talks about their excitement for the '24 season. Topics Include: -our favorite memories from last turkey season -new strategies and strategy we plan to expand on this season -excitement for hunting new areas -lessons learned last season NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-03-14•1hr 8mins
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#293 - Tactics for Hunting PRESSURED Turkeys! - NWTF Convention Seminar w/THP

Aaron and Zach talk about hunting pressured turkeys and how their tactics change as hunting pressure increases. They discuss calling tactics, how to get close to turkeys, and answer questions from those in attendance. Topics Include: -call shy gobblers -calling to turkeys from where other turkeys spend time rather than where hunters access -turkeys that gobble a lot but move away from calling -reading hunting pressure and how turkeys react to that pressure NWTF YouTube Channel: NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-02-27•1hr 2mins

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#292 - Buck Behaviors in the Northeast BIG WOODS w/ Izaak Young

Zach talks to Izaak Young about his 2023 season in Vermont and how he adjusts his strategy when tracking conditions are not ideal. They talk about finding sign in the big woods and what type of sign is worth revisiting to either setup on or to look for tracks when there is snow. Topics include: -Izaak's 2023 Buck Kill Story -Scrapes in monotonous big woods -Trail cameras in the big woods -Gear to help tracking efficiency Izaak's Podcast- Izaak's YouTube Channel - NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-02-20•1hr 37mins
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#291 - Can Stalking in the Plains Help You Be More Effective in the Big Woods??? W/Greg Clements

Zach and Greg discuss their experiences hunting in the plains and how those experiences have helped them make more effective decisions in other habitat types. The lessons that are learned on every hunt are valuable for future situations no matter how different the setting looks. Zach and Greg have found that even though the plains are very different from big timber areas they hunt throughout the season, there are a lot of consistent patterns that can can be observed in open country that can help you when picking spots to hunt in areas with significantly more cover. Topics Include: -the similarities and differences between whitetail and mule deer -observing buck bedding based off of conditions and terrain in open country -pulling off a shot while on a stalk -how observing buck bedding in the plains can help you find buck bedding in the timber NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-02-13•1hr 11mins
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#290 - Can you get ADDICTED to HUNTING?!? w/ Jim and Linda Ryser

Zach talks to Jim Ryser (THP Music Producer), and his wife Linda, about behavioral and situational addiction and how it relates to experiences they've had with addictive tendencies in hunting. This podcast delves into some more serious topics and stories from Jim's experience with substance addiction over 20 years ago. Jim formerly worked in the health care world and specialized in treating addiction, and more recently has befriended the entire THP crew and has become a beloved member of the THP family. Topics Include: -managing addiction -life in recovery -how addiction can relate to "obsession" -what hunting addiction looks like NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-02-08•1hr 32mins
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#289 - Deer Drives and What we Learn About BIG WOODS HUNTING - '24 Muzzleloader Season Recap

Zach, Logan, Keith, Colin, Roy, and Ben discuss their success in the annual Ohio muzzleloader drives. Over the years, we have made many changes to our strategy because we are able to learn so much every season when we all report back at the end of a drive. We have learned a ton about how deer travel through the hills, where they bed, and where they feed. No matter what style we are using throughout the season, the lessons we learn on this hunt are always a great reference and have helped us become more effective hunting in the big woods. Topics Include: -Deer movement in hill country -How we use the intel learned on this hunt for solo bow/firearm hunts - Perspectives from first timers -Adjustments to small details that create successful drives NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-02-06•1hr 18mins
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#288 - How EFFECTIVE is SNOW CAMO??? w/ AARON WARBRITTON

Zach and Aaron discuss various topics related to hunting in snowy conditions and specifically focus on the advantages of snow camo and the ability to blend into the environment. They discuss the success they have had hunting in the snow and the increased opportunities it provides. They also explore the importance of fresh sign and the ability to track deer in snowy conditions. Additionally, they touch on the impact of wind on deer movement and the potential for bed shifts during wind changes throughout the day. Zach and Aaron talk about their observations and experiences hunting in various late season weather conditions, and compare what they see in different habitats. They also discuss the feeding and bedding patterns of deer and the significance of timing while hunting in the late season. Topics Include: -wind changes and how it can affect deer movement -understanding the feeding patterns and bed shifts of deer -whether or not snow came works -using conditions to your advantage during the late season NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2024-01-17•1hr 13mins
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#287 - LATE SEASON Hunting on Heavily PRESSURED PUBLIC LAND w/Johnny Stewart

In this episode, John and Zach discuss hunting during the late season on heavily pressured public land. Public land can feel over-pressured during the late season but there are usually still some really good opportunities during the end of the season. Due to John’s occupation, over the years he has had a lot of time to target mature bucks on public land during the second half of the season. Zach and John discuss the challenges and benefits of late season hunting, how they find un-pressured areas, and their focus on food sources and bedding areas to pattern deer. They also discuss how a variety of weather conditions changes their strategy for that given day and how those weather conditions impact deer movement. They also discuss the challenges of finding fresh sign in lower deer density areas and what buck sign they expect to see in different habitats and terrain. Finally, they explain how they both value learning from hunting experiences in different areas and the importance of making informed theories based on observations and how that helps them stay persistent and confident. Topics Include: -overcoming the frustration of hunting public land after it has already been hit hard all season -what buck sign to look for during late season hunts and how that may change based off of deer density -how far mature bucks move in daylight during the late season -how to adjust to different weather conditions (other than cold and snow) to anticipate buck movement -wind shift bedding and how to capitalize on it NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus T...

2024-01-04•1hr 50mins
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#286 - Studying BUCK MOVEMENT w/Luke Resop from the MSU DEER LAB

Luke Resop is studying to get his PHD at Mississippi State University which is the home of the MSU Deer Lab. In this conversation, Luke and Zach discuss various topics related to deer hunting and deer management. Luke shares his personal background and how he got into studying deer. They also discuss the individuality of deer and how each buck has its own personality and movement patterns. They touch on the difference between facts found through research and hunting lore, as well as the impact moon phase, weather, and hunting pressure have on deer movement. Finally, they explore the timing and duration of the rut and how it can vary depending on location. Luke and Zach also discuss the importance of spending time in the field throughout the whole season and how you may always have a chance to find crazy rut action not matter what month of the season you are hunting. Finally, the idea of bucks being related based on similar antler characteristics is debunked. TOPICS INCLUDE: -Deer are individuals and each buck has its own personality and movement patterns. -The difference between the peak of rutting activity and the peak of breeding. -Moon phase and it's impact on deer movement. -When is the rut over? -Antler characteristics are not a reliable indicator of bucks being related. MSU Deer Lab Website- Buck Movement Publication - Deer University Podcast - MSU Deer Lab YouTube Channel - MSU Deer Lab Instagram Page - NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders...

2023-12-27•1hr 9mins
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#285 - Small Property Management Practices That Created Mature Buck Bedding Areas - Keith’s 2023 Buck

In this episode, Keith tells the story of his 2023 buck kill and the three-year journey of rehabilitating a small piece of Southern-Ohio private land to increase overall wildlife production. Topics Include: -Hunting Small Properties -Land Management and Habitat Restoration -Rut/Lockdown Action -Historical Data -Increasing Carrying Capacity and Usability on Small Properties NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-12-20•47mins
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#284 - Hunting DOES in the RUT -- A Season Breakdown w/ BEAU MARTONIK

In this episode, Zach talks to Beau Martonik (@eastmeetswesthunt) and they discuss his 2023 season and how his different hunting styles have helped him round his overall skills this year. Topics Include: -Beau's 2023 West Virginia Spot-and-Stalk Buck -Beau's approach for his PA Archery season and how it changed as season progressed -Hunting Does in the rut to find bucks -Different terrain types within the "Big Woods" setting -Mental hurdles to overcome to stay on track toward your own specific goal -Much more... NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-12-08•1hr 46mins
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#283 - How to MAXIMIZE your EFFICIENCY w/ ANDY MAY

In this discussion from April of 2023, Zach talks to Andy May about how he pays attention to detail with woodsman-ship in order to maximize his effective hunts and overall opportunities at bucks with limited time in the season to hunt. TOPICS INCLUDE: -rut hunting stories -learning from mistakes -hunting heavily pressured areas NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-11-30•2hr 19mins
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#282 - HUGE Buck FIGHTS Hunter’s Dead Deer! - CRAZY Hunting Story! w/Doug Ferenbaugh

Zach's dad, Doug, tells his craziest deer hunting story from the early 2000's. On opening day, he had a once in a lifetime hunt that includes a buck down with a bow, a massive 10 pointer and a 17 pointer inside of 10 yards, and a monster buck attacking the buck he shot when he got to it! There are a lot of lessons to take away from this crazy day of hunting and Doug and Zach share what they learned from it. TOPICS INCLUDE: -a huge buck attacking the buck Doug just shot -the best days to hunt early season -major takeaways that we learned from this unbelievable story NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-11-24•1hr 12mins
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#281 - Our Favorite Rut Hunting Tactics for Locked Down Bucks!

Zach and Jake sit in the truck and watch a plains whitetail buck locked down with a doe as they discuss the nuances of hunting bucks in through what many consider the "Lockdown Phase" of the rut. TOPICS INCLUDE: -where to find locked down bucks -how to use other deer's clues to tell you a locked down buck is close -aggressive and non aggressive strategies to use during the lock down NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-11-16•58mins
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#280 - THP’s Favorite Rut Stories Part 2

Zach talks to Ben and Keith Robinson, and Hayden Krimmer in part 2 of our favorite rut stories. If you enjoy and didn't catch the first part, make sure to give it a watch/listen! TOPICS INCLUDE: -hunting a buck that shows up in your hunting area during the rut -rut funnels -stage hunting deeper into an area during the rut NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - Save 10% on orders w/code THP - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-11-14•1hr 15mins
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#279 - THP’s Favorite RUT Stories - Part 1

Zach calls up some members of the crew to talk about their favorite rut stories from chasing locked down bucks to decoy hunts. Hopefully this gets you fired up for the rut as we get into November! TOPICS INCLUDE: -unique rut strategies -what we like about different stages of the rut -stories of crazy rut action! NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - Save 10% on orders w/code THP - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-11-03•1hr 11mins
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#278 - Hunting Over SCRAPES! w/Jon Lewis and Jake Lynch

Zach talks about hunting over scrapes with Jon Lewis and Jake Lynch from Just Hunt Club. They discuss how to identify community scrapes, how to setup on scrapes, what time of year to hunt scrapes, and much more! Check out Just Hunt Club's YouTube Channel! - TOPICS INCLUDE: -annual community scrapes -setting up on scrapes -where to look for scrapes that big bucks use NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - DAKOTA LITHIUM - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - Save 10% on orders w/code THP - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-10-25•1hr 11mins
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#277 - Hunting in DROUGHT Conditions w/Warb

Zach, Colin, and Warb discuss the current status of many midwestern states being in drought conditions. They talk about how deer respond to environmental adversity, and how hunters can adjust accordingly to find deer in tough conditions. TOPICS INCLUDE: -how deer get water -adjustments made to our strategy during a drought -how quickly deer can shift patterns in dry weather NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - DAKOTA LITHIUM - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - Save 10% on orders w/code THP - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-10-21•57mins
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#276 - Realistic, AGGRESSIVE CALLING for Whitetails!

Zach and Ben talk about a variety of situations in which calling for whitetails has helped them get bucks in range throughout the season. Over the years, we have found that adding realism to our calling setups has helped a lot. In this episode, we discuss how we have added realism to our calls, adjustments we plan to make this season when calling to deer, and stories of how we have successfully called in bucks in the past. TOPICS INCLUDE: -how to paint a picture to convince deer to come check out the call -calling in the big timber -calling and hunting corn fields NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - DAKOTA LITHIUM - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - Save 10% on orders w/code THP - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-10-10•1hr 10mins
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#275 - What does a WILDLIFE ARTIST DO??? w/ RYAN KIRBY

Zach talks to Wildlife Artist, Ryan Kirby, about how he navigated his way to his current career and how his profession helps him as a hunter and vice-versa. Topics Include: -how Ryan got his start as an artist -how being an artist helps Ryan as a hunter -reading animals body language Ryan's Website - NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - DAKOTA LITHIUM - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - Save 10% on orders w/code THP - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-10-03•1hr 52mins
#42

#274 - How We Plan to Hunt EARLY SEASON FOOD SOURCES

Zach, Ben, and Logan talk about early season food sources and their plans for hunting them this season. TOPICS INCLUDE: -different types of oaks and when and where they drop acorns -how to identify other broadleaf food sources -setting up on big woods food sources early season NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - DAKOTA LITHIUM - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - Save 10% on orders w/code THP - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-09-26•1hr 28mins
#43

#273 - Patterning Bucks in the NORTHERN BIG WOODS w/ DIY SPORTSMAN

Zach discusses tactics and different approaches to hunting large, monotonous forest tracts in order to find and pattern buck movement with Garrett Prahl, Shane Simpson, and Ryan Carpenter. TOPICS INCLUDE: -how Garrett's scouting plans for breaking down monotonous habitat -finding consistent hotspots in big woods -reading sign from seasons past Garret's YouTube Channel - The TRAKR App - Shane's Website - NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - DAKOTA LITHIUM - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - Save 10% on orders w/code THP - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-09-23•1hr 45mins
#44

#272 - Deer Tour Plans For This Season! - Best Deer Tour Moments From ’22

We're reflecting on our favorite moments from last season and what tactics we're most excited to use for the 2023 Deer Tour! Topics Include: -our best memories from the ’22 season -new gear we are excited about -new tactics we plan to use this season NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - DAKOTA LITHIUM - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - Save 10% on orders w/code THP - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-09-12•1hr 32mins
#45

#271 - Making it Cool to Stand Up for Hunters Rights w/John Stallone from the Howl For Wildlife Org.

Zach and Aaron talk with John Stallone from the Howl For Wildlife Org about how to get involved in your state, current issues, and how we should work together to stand up for hunters and conservation rather than only playing defense when issues come up in our own state. Topics Include: -setting an example by "making it cool" to do your part by standing up for hunters -how laws against hunters effect us all even if they aren't in the state we live -how to attend game commission meetings Howl For Wildlife's Website - Howl For Wildlife's Instagram Page - NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - DAKOTA LITHIUM - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - Save 10% on orders w/code THP - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-09-08•1hr 36mins
#46

#270 - New APP to help FIND DEER??? w/Shane Simpson and Garret Prahl

Zach talks with Shane Simpson, Garrett Prahl, and Ryan Carpenter about a new app that they created to help make the process of finding a tracking dog easier and more efficient for the hunter and the tracker. The result will be more deer found quickly! TOPICS INCLUDE: -the new TRAKR app -different shot angles and recovery rates -broad-head and arrow setups that trackers see the best recovery with The TRAKR App - Shane's Website - Garret's YouTube Channel - NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - DAKOTA LITHIUM - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - Save 10% on orders w/code THP - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-09-06•1hr 37mins
#47

#269 - ELK HUNTING STRATEGY - Changing Our CALLING SETUPS!

Zach and Ben discuss some the things that they have learned over the years in regards to calling elk. When they first started elk hunting they only had one strategy, get a response and try to call bulls in with bugles. Over the last several seasons their strategies have changed and they call differently or don't call at all, depending on the situation. They also talk about hunting steep terrain, backpack hunting vs base camp hunting, and stalking elk. TOPICS INCLUDE: -matching the mood of the herd -midday calling setups vs. first light and last light setups -when to call aggressive and when to slow play the situation NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - DAKOTA LITHIUM - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - Save 10% on orders w/code THP - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-08-24•55mins
#48

#268 - Finding Fresh Sign to find HOT SPOTS During the RUT! w/Josh Ilderton

After checking out Josh's lease, Zach and Ben recorded another conversation with Josh and asked more questions about his hunting style in the mountains for West Virginia. They talk about about many different situations that may help you when hunting deer this fall! THE UNTAMED: TOPICS INCLUDE: -calling in the timber -using thermals to make aggressive setups -fresh sign that may lead to rut hotspots TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 15% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP - UNTIL AUGUST 18th NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - DAKOTA LITHIUM - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - Save 10% on orders w/code THP - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-08-16•1hr 6mins
#49

#267 - Should You Take a FRONTAL SHOT with a BOW???

Zach, Jake, Hayden, and Cole discuss frontal shots with a bow. There are a lot of factors that go into the decision to make any shot with a bow but with frontal shots there are some unique challenges and risks involved. In this episode, we cover as many of those factors as possible and tell stories with our experiences when taking frontal shots. TOPICS INCLUDE: -the difference between a frontal shot on the ground or in a stand -what arrow setup to use and how to practice for frontal shots -reading deers body language and how far we would take a frontal shot TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 15% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP - UNTIL AUGUST 18th NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - DAKOTA LITHIUM - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - Save 10% on orders w/code THP - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-08-10•1hr 4mins
#50

#266 - Learning from MISTAKES w/Josh Ilderton of the Untamed

In this episode, Zach, Ben, and Keith talk with Josh Ilderton about learning from mistakes when hunting. They talk about different situations where they made big mistakes and while the results of those hunts can be frustrating at first they learn a lot for future hunts. They also discuss how making a mistake doesn't mean the hunt is over and how to adapt when something goes wrong. TOPICS INCLUDE: -hunt breakdowns -ground hunting in West Virginia -why mistakes don't necessarily mean your hunt is over NEW THP VIDEO PODCAST CHANNEL! - DAKOTA LITHIUM - THP MERCH: - Get 10% off THP Merch w/Code ZACH GoWild - Save 10% on orders w/code THP - OPTICS - 10% off Vortex Optics w/code THP10 - TURKEY CALLS - Get 10% off Woodhaven Calls w/coupon code - THP2022 - MAPPING - Get 20% Off OnX Hunt! Use promo code THP: BOW ACCESSORIES - Get 20% off TROPHY RIDGE products w/code - THP21 - BOWS - Save 10% off all Bear Equipment w/code THP10 - TICK REPELLANT - Learn about all Sawyer outdoor products - TRAIL CAMERAS - Get 10% off Exodus Trail Cameras w/ code - THP10 - GAME PROCESSING - MEAT! products - Free shipping on orders over $99 w/code - THP10 - TREE SADDLES - Check out Tethrd saddles and platforms! - Follow us on Facebook at The Hunting Public Follow us on Instagram at The Hunting Public

2023-08-01•1hr 25mins

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