Habitat Podcast

Habitat Podcast #316 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with repeat guest Mark Kenyon of MeatEater. We discuss: The importance of protecting wild places and wildlife for future generations The significant loss of species The importance of hunters and anglers in addressing these issues How to stay informed about environmental and wildlife-related issues The role of private landowners in addressing the broader spectrum of environmental challenges Adopting regenerative agriculture principles in food plots The need for grassland habitat restoration The importance of following the label instructions and minimizing spray drift when using herbicides Removing cool season grasses and introducing native species Past habitat mistakes such as focusing too much on easy-to-reach spots for deer The benefits of sustainable land management practices And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. G

Habitat Podcast #316 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Al Tomechko. We've both been working hard behind the scenes on some new products that we dive into on this episode. We discuss: Frost seeding a warm spell New Vitalize website New bundles Food plot starter kits Fertility bundle New Seed Products Premium Clover+ Brassica Seed Mix Annual Clover Mix The importance of Natural Amendments Looking ahead to spring food plots Expanding food plots on the Northern 70 Planning for 60+ acres of food plots in Ohio Planting logging roads And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected] -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code

Habitat Podcast #314 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Lucas Jones. We discuss: Habitat management on Family property that you don't own Don't get rid of thick underbrush Fixing bad access Using the neighbors select cut to your advantage The role of terrain in deer movement The top fruit trees he will be adding Re-establishing bedding where it once was Witch Hazel Fighting a Sumac tree infestation Human presence vs hunting pressure Adding water holes in hill country Food vs Cover Don't make bedding where deer don't want to be And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected] -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoo

Habitat Podcast #313 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with repeat guest Cody Jarrett. We discuss: Selling his Illinois properties to buy a larger piece in Ohio The challenges of managing the deer population When is the best time of year to shoot does Battling EHD Older bucks have smaller ranges Passive vs aggressive on private property Planting corn fields in Ohio hill country How thermals can impact farm layout Removing autumn olive The importance of native grasses Ohio Forest Tax Law program Burning switchgrass in the winter The importance of water sources for deer Planting trees Are chainsaws a dinner bell for deer? And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected] -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoo

Habitat Podcast #312 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with HP team member and friend of the podcast Matt Zahl. We talk all things January habitat management. We discuss: Habitat wins and future plans Timber management boosts wildlife activity Successful deer hunt with heartwarming father-son moment Enhancing land access via strategic infrastructure A different way of planting switchgrass Compartmentalizing your property Building better doe bedding Culvert installation Cutting trees in January The best thing Matt has done for his property And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected] -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors

Habitat Podcast #311 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are starting off 2025 back in the studio talking with long-time friend of the podcast Corey Sullivan. This episode is the kick-off to some new things that we are rolling out on both the podcast and our YouTube this year. We discuss: Cutting maples to rejuvenate habitats Planting cedars for crucial cover Spraying invasives for native growth The strategic benefits of hybrid willows The impact of historical flooding Introducing the HP recipe segment Strategies for combating invasives Benefits of chainsaw work for habitats Creating transitional zones Chainsaw selections and safety tips And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected] -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle H

Habitat Podcast #310 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Chris Howell. Chris is the owner of an excavating business where he is moving dirt 24/7 and we get into everything Infrastructure and Erosion Control on your property. We discuss: Understanding erosion & controlling it DIY vs. professional solutions Seeding roads & slopes Erosion control equals investment protection Habitat work blending with land development DIY tips for property road maintenance Geo-fabric for road durability and structure Excavation Advice for Landowners Grass and Tree Choices Fixing the Northern 70 logging road Ponds and culverts The importance of water management And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected] -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Hab

Habitat Podcast #309 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back with another installment of the small parcel series. Today we talk with a friend of the podcast and land plan client Jason Rogers. We discuss: Strategic use of limited space for effective wildlife habitat Burning for better cover & fewer ticks Strategic screening in small areas The success of native tree wildlife cuts The story of 'Peg Leg' the buck Surprising Benefits of holly trees Trees for future cover & food Utilization of fallen pine trees for natural screening Importance of understanding deer behavior and movement Plans to enhance cover and food options with trees And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected] -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunt

Habitat Podcast #308 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back with another bonus episode with my good friend Andy over at the.deercamp.podcast. Andy traveled to the Ponderosa deer camp hosted by my good friend Matt Zahl to talk all things deer camp. We discuss: 60 years of deer camp legacy Pranks and deer camp camaraderie Life lessons from seasoned hunters The culture of Michigan deer camps The quacking buck story Father-son hunting traditions Hunting mishaps & mayhem Preserving deer camp culture for youth And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected] -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP

Habitat Podcast #307 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back with another deer camp episode with a very special guest. We sit down in Wisconsin with the Lativian Eagle himself, Janis Putelis of MeatEater. We discuss: Developing a sustainable habitat plan Cutting hard for future oak regen Preserving hunting land for future generations Deer camp tradition and habitat talk Exploring the logging impact on habitat Creating strategic wildlife openings Utilizing water holes for attraction Deer camp traditions Clear-cut impacts Practical habitat improvement tips Importance of water for wildlife Future-proofing through conservation And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected] Follow Janis on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janis_putelis/?hl=en ---------------------------------------------------------------

Habitat Podcast #306 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back with another deer camp round table chat. We sit down in Illinois with longtime podcast friends Jordan Hanks and Dusty Rose. We discuss: Deer camp traditions Doubling up during gun season Impact of habitat on hunting success Evolution of hunting gear and strategies Deer season's wins and trials The evolution of jordans farm The legacy of the elusive buck Smokeless Muzzleloaders: The future of hunting? Noise camouflage Trusty three-wheelers And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected] -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP Midwes

Habitat Podcast #305 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back with another 2-parter. We are coming to you from the Van Hees deer camp with a round table chat. Part 1 will be premiering over on the.deercamp.podcast! We discuss: E-bikes and hill climbs Buck pole construction saga Thrilling Northern Michigan buck hunt Exciting first buck off new land Opening morning success Food plotting strategies Almost getting stuck on the muddy Camp Road Deer camp is a state of mind Emphasis on teamwork in hunting Shooting a buck in the worst terrain possible And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected] -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at c

Habitat Podcast #304 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friends Cory Franceus and Dylan Major. The time has finally come to tell the wild story of my 2024 Michigan buck. Thank you again to Dylan and Cory, without you guys, I would've never found my buck! We discuss: ALWAYS wear a safety harness/lineman's belt! The challenges of tracking non-fatal shots Thinking you missed but hitting low Finding a clean arrow When in doubt back out Don't follow a track when calling a dog! Finding a bed on a blood trail Organ blood vs Muscle blood Tracking in the swamp Finding the buck still alive Finally finding the deer buried in mud The challenges of tracking liver shots Always trim your shooting lanes And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected] --------------------------------------

Habitat Podcast #303 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with a two-parter. We sit down with with Andy from the.deercamp.podcast and my good friend Jake Bollinger talking bad neighbors. The second half will be premiering on the.deercamp.podcast where we talk more in-depth about Jake's 2024 Michigan buck. We discuss: Jake's 20 Feral Dog Dilemma Survey reveals a neighbor's overreach Legal battles with a crazy neighbor When your bad neighbor's driveway is actually on your land Andy's wild weekend with deer arrows flying. Jared bags a Michigan Swamp giant buck Transforming ag land into deer habitat And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected] -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get ahold of Joe for a track: https://www.unitedbloodtrackers.org/tracker-info

Habitat Podcast #302 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Joesph Coe. Joesph is a dog tracker from southern Michigan and has some absolutely WILD tracking stories to share. We discuss: Growing up in the Venezuelan jungle hunting and fishing with Indians in Venezuela Alaska to Afghanistan with the military Joe's start in training blood-tracking dogs Bloodhounds vs. the toughness of whitetail deer Dispatching a wounded deer with a knife in standing corn Swimming into the middle of a river to dispatch a deer If you think you need a dog, stay off of the blood trail! Wet or dry leaves: which is better for a tracking dog? fixed blades vs. mechanical broadheads Finding 32 beds from a single buck on one continuous track which broadhead leads to more calls for a tracking dog Gut shots: Why time and patience matter crossbows vs. bows: which one calls for a tracking dog more? Ethical tracking charges based on need And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon

Habitat Podcast #301 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back with another bonus episode with my good friend Andy over at the.deercamp.podcast. Cory Franceus, Matt Zahl, Jeff Lipple, and I all sit down to talk about our recent trip to deer camp hosted by Kevin over at the Deerhunter podcast. We discuss: Deer Camp's mix of struggles and bonding Close calls with public land Michigan bucks Deer Camp camaraderie Bumping deer on public land Bigfoot or bear? Beefing up pre-hunt scouting Public vs. Private: the hunting debate Learning from mistakes The community aspect of deer camp When in doubt back out Success in camaraderie, not harvest And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected] -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle H

Habitat Podcast #300 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are celebrating a milestone, 300 Episodes! When we started this journey 6 1/2 years ago, I had no clue what we were in store for. Fast forward to today and we have built a huge community of like-minded hunters and habitat managers all working towards the same goal. I am still blown away at where we are today with The Habitat Podcast and how many people just like all of us we've been fortunate enough to have on the podcast. I am excited to see what's in store for the next 300 episodes! Thank you guys for all of the support! Today we have my good friends Skip Sligh and Cory Franceus on the podcst. We discuss: Strategies for big and small parcels Diversity in timber makes prime bedding TSI's immediate and long-term benefits Aggressive TSI leads to mass deer attraction Effective predator control boosts all wildlife Pheasant comeback with predator control Diverse structure means better habitat Timber value & wildlife benefits align Pear

Habitat Podcast #299 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with repeat guest Al Tomechko. Normally when Al and I get together it's to talk about everything seeds and food plots. This time around, Al's freezer is a little more full so we dive into the story of the buck he just killed named Dozer. We discuss: The role edge feathering had in Al's success Cabon load and how well it did in a drought Hunting out of an enclosed blind A squirrel running all of the deer off? How far should you open the blind windows for bow hunting When in doubt, back out Never trust the weatherman when giving a deer time The state of deer hunting in Ohio Al's 15-year experience managing his farm Strategic planting based on the upcoming weather The significance of doe management in population control Don't overpressure your property Seeding trails that lead to your food plot Food AND cover, not just food How many deer can your farm actually handle And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon -

Habitat Podcast #298 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Jeff Pike. Jeff is a land manager from southeast Pennsylvania who also hunts the Chesapeake Bay region of Maryland. We discuss: Jeff's first velvet buck, 38 years in the making Importance of doe management for a thriving habitat Should you shoot does during an EHD breakout Cover vs. Food The importance of bedding areas Maryland's Deer Management Challenges Sika Deer & Whitetail on the same farm Cover beats food and water for bucks The key to having more resident bucks The strategy of white oak tree rubs Food plots are about opportunities Starting from scratch Habitat work over food plots And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected] -------------------------------------------------------------------------- P

Habitat Podcast #297 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with repeat guest Jordan Hanks. In this episode, we are reversing the roles and Jordan will be interviewing me. We discuss: The transition from chasing deer to crafting habitat Implications of evolving regulations on hunting Personal tales of first hunts and memorable bucks Impact of modern hunting tech like cell cams The debate around the reality of the Rompola buck Exploring diverse hunting strategies Gear preparation and use Discussing deer preparation Preparation for upcoming hunts And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ [email protected] -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use cod