Habitat Podcast

Habitat Podcast #296 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Kevin Leach of Latitude Outdoors. Today's episode is going to be all about mobile hunting. We discuss: September hunting prep Swamps vs. hill country hunting New latitude platforms and backpacks New bow hanger design Morning vs. Evening setups Stealth tactics for swamp hunting Picking the right tree in the swamp Impact of habitat elements on deer behavior Which swamp trail should you hunt First edge vs second edge 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/stealthstrips

Habitat Podcast #295 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Andy from the.deercamp.podcast and my good friend Jake Bollinger. Today we cover a litany of different things but we mainly focus on swamp habitat improvement and bad neighbors. We discuss: Planting Red Osier for deer Stand placement in the swamp Crafting corridors with dogwood Choosing the best cover for deer Ideal tree variety for swampy areas Strategic access routes Impact of Homegrown Habitat Changes Transforming ag land into deer cover Planning for family-friendly hunts Favorite trees aren't always the obvious choice Getting literally chased on your farm by a pack of neighboring dogs Dealing with bad neighbors 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 #294 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back with a shorter episode talking with Al Tomechko of Vitalize Seed. Al and I get into what he's doing in Ohio right now with his fall food plots to help them make it through to the fall during one of the worst droughts on record for the Ohio River Valley region. We discuss: The worst drought in a century Livestock sales due to hay scarcity No-till drill benefits during a drought Diverse planting strategies for droughts The importance of soil health during extreme conditions Late planting still offers hope The new Vitalize clover, oat, and chicory mix Armyworm threat in the south looms 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 -

Habitat Podcast #293 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back with a mini-series on something that doesn't get talked about as much as it should. We are going to be bringing you "The Small Parcel Series" over the next few weeks, deep-diving into habitat management on small pieces of property. On this episode, we sit down with former land plan client David Hoy to talk about his 10-acre piece in Pennsylvania. We discuss: Harnessing small acres for big deer Meticulous scent control in blinds DIY habitat improvements on a budget TSI on a small farm TSI to control deer movement The role of a boomerang-shaped food plot Mobile hunting strategies on a small parcel Screen strategies for optimal hunting setups Introducing soft mass trees to attract deer Balancing deer populations with targeted hunting Building a 'doe trap' for effective herd balance And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this

Habitat Podcast #292 - 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. He sits down with Matt Lehr to talk about chasing an Illinois giant. We discuss: The origins of The Mobile Hunter's Dojo The joy in building a hunting community Creating platforms for hunters to connect and learn Hunting solo versus the deer camp experience The importance of deer camp camaraderie  A rollercoaster season across states Chasing an Illinois Giant A meticulous plan to hunt a specific buck Embracing the hunting journey An evolved perspective on success The evolving focus on mentorship 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 - Sadd

Habitat Podcast #291 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio doing my end-of-summer update on all of the happenings with the numerous habitat projects I have going on and my pre-season checklist. We discuss: Late August means bow season prep Food plots are growing, bucks are browsing Prepping food plots against a dry spell EHD concerns Logging projects wrapping up How logging transformed my property The importance of fall tree planting Strategic trail camera placement Shoot your bow as much as you can Plans for hunting in Ohio 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 che

Habitat Podcast #290 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with repeat offenders Brian Halbleib and Cory Franceus talking about the top things you forgot to do before hunting season. We discuss: A Fraudulent Real Estate Listing Scam The importance of building positive relationships with neighbors The challenges of dealing with bad neighbors Tackling last-minute habitat tasks before hunting season Maintaining and revitalizing clover plots Using clethodim for weed control The importance of fall seeding The benefits of using a blend of oats and clover Last-minute preparations for food plots The effectiveness of planting quick-growing grains The benefits of adding rubbing posts in food plots Strategic placement and maintenance of trail cameras CHECK YOUR TREESTAND CABLES AND STRAPS!!! The necessity of regular maintenance and safety checks Solutions for managing overgrown mature Miscanthus And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon

Habitat Podcast #289 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Allen messing. Allen is a rep for one of our partners Midwest Lifestyle Properties and also manages several properties for clients. We discuss: Enhancing land value with timber Importance of strategic road systems Profitable land flipping techniques How to choose & work with loggers Ways to boost land value & equity The significance of gates on your property Realtor-client relationship importance 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 Midwest Lifestyle Properties - ht

Habitat Podcast #288 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Nick Nation. Nick is the owner of the Habitat Hook and has been managing habitat on his home farm for years. We discuss: The Habitat Hook Enhancing a small property for deer Innovating on a 20-acre wildlife playground Utilizing neighboring land features Designing habitat around a centrally located house Developing a central hub for deer movement Overcoming the challenges of a saturated canopy Observing and questioning deer behavior The importance of creating porous habitats An N-shaped food plot design Switchgrass & ragweed Moving mature trees with a DIY spade The art and intricacy of chainsaw 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] --------------------------------------------------------------------------

Habitat Podcast #287 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Raleigh Galiano. Raleigh lives in southern Louisiana and hunts on his farm in Mississippi where we did a land plan 2 years ago. We discuss: Mastering Habitat in the South Thick habitats change the game Strategic tree cutting is key Using drones for property insights Post-season scouting in the south Hack & Squirt Rookie Habitat Errors 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 Contact Rich at Tagged Out Seed Products: (740) 856-5207 or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.

Habitat Podcast #286 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Jordan Hanks and Andy Hutchens. We break down fall food plots from 3 different parts and soil types of the Midwest. We discuss: What equipment did we used starting out Small equipment can yield big results What equipment do we use now Maximizing food plots for all wildlife Designing habitat around deer habits How to save a food plot during a drought What and when to plant Diverse seed mixes ensure growth Turning small plots into deer magnets 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/s

Habitat Podcast #285 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Jake Matelic. Jake is a co-owner of Latitude Outdoors. We discuss: Jake's hunting origin The transition to mobile hunting The evolution of mobile hunting The comfort factor in hunting saddles Effective use of cover in hunting The impact of saddle hunting gear Transition from college football player to outdoor CEO Balancing business with hunting time 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 Contact Rich at Tagged Out Seed Products: (740) 856-5207 or on Facebook at https

Habitat Podcast #284 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Zach Haas. Zach is a friend of the podcast who is a professional aquatic biologist specializing in ponds and water. We discuss: Summer Habitat Management Creating ponds on your property Designing your property around access Food plots and water holes Creating deer doorways Limiting the line of sight for deer Importance of perimeter trail systems Fall food plots Wisconsin Habitat Plan breakdown 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: https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP Contact Rich at Tagged Out Seed Products: (740) 856-5207 or on Fa

Habitat Podcast #282 - In today’s bonus episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are doing something a little different. Repeat guest and friend of the podcast Andrew Hutchens has recently launched his own podcast called The.Deercamp.Podcast where he talks with guys from all walks of life about deer camp-style hunting stories. From time to time we will be premiering a few of his episodes and this week is his recent discussion with Arron Bleise We discuss: Aaron's early season buck Getting humbled on a Kansas Hunt Ethical hunting with Garmin tech Future plans for bowhunting Bow setup and hunting tech breakdown Future plans for hunting in Iowa Michigan deer camp 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

Habitat Podcast #282 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Josh Webb. Josh is a friend of the podcast who is an elevator mechanic from Ohio and is a certified big-buck killer. We discuss: Hunting out of necessity Fruit trees trump food plots Staggered pear trees for cover Ground blinds and ozone for stealth Why unconventional tactics work Is Facebook A tool for habitat education? 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: https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP Contact Rich at Tagged Out Seed Products: (740) 856-5207 or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063715565466 Midwest Li

Habitat Podcast #281 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Al Tomechko. Al is the co-owner of Vitalize Seed Co with me and we are just finishing up our spring plantings. We discuss: The art of effective habitat management How to cultivate a living soil system Vitalize's Clover Chicory Mix Vitalize Seed's new products Carbon load tweaks for fall 2023 Fish fertilizer boosts plant growth Soil test tips for plot perfection Reasons to plant clover in the fall Impact of micro-nutrients on soil 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: https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP Contact Rich at Tagged Out S

Habitat Podcast #280 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Doug Holmes. Doug is the owner of Downburst Seeders and recently joined me for a weekend of planting on the northern 70. We discuss: Prepping for the Total Archery Challenge Planting strategies for switchgrass Managing power line habitats Strategies for high-yield food plots Success with no-till planting New Downburst Seeder insights Food plot results in sandy soil Enhancing sandy soils with cover crops Swapping meters for diverse seeding 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: https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP Cont

Habitat Podcast #279 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Andy Hutchens recapping the first-ever Habitat Day we held this past weekend at Andy's farm. We discuss: Raising $240 for Outdoor Driven The Downburst demo Crimping & planting Selective logging New habitat tools Timber to boost habitat plans. 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: https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP Contact Rich at Tagged Out Seed Products: (740) 856-5207 or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063715565466 Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm Vitalize Seed Food Plo

Habitat Podcast #278 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Matt Zahl. Matt is a fellow Michigander who is a habitat manager in Western Michigan. We discuss: Leveraging cuts for deer Mass crop trees for wildlife Cultivating diverse ecosystems Installing culverts for access Building a sturdy creek bridge Benefits and timing of fall tree planting Balancing family and outdoor life Prepping for deer season in May Fruit orchards as a wildlife magnet 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: https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP Contact Rich at Tagged Out Seed Products: (740) 856-5207 o

Habitat Podcast #277 - In today’s bonus episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are doing something a little different. Repeat guest and friend of the podcast Andrew Hutchens has recently launched his own podcast called The.Deercamp.Podcast where he talks with guys from all walks of life about deer camp-style hunting stories. From time to time we will be premiering a few of his episodes and this week is his recent discussion with David Riley Jr. We discuss: The advantages of saddle hunting The emotional toll of an elusive buck Tracking and the challenges it brings A Kansas Buck in 24 Hours Heartfelt bowhunt in Michigan The pain of losing a tracked deer Adapting hunting strategies mid-game 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] A Week In The Field YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYhBCa2cBQo -----------------