On this episode of Launch One, I sit down with my buddy Aaron Hepler from the In Camp Podcast. We cover everything from early-season whitetail prep, trail cam strategies, and battling raccoons on the farm, to buck fever, target panic, and how competitive archery crosses over into bowhunting. Aaron shares stories from PA public land, elk camp, and his first bow kill, and we dive deep into fitness, forest management, and how weather, moon phases, and habitat shape deer movement. Whether you’re chasing whitetails, working through target panic, or just love hunting stories, this one’s packed with tips and laughs from start to finish.
On this episode of Launch One, I sit down with bowhunter and all-around outdoorsman David Powell. We dive deep into archery setups, the wild stories behind his Total Archery Challenge experiences, chasing elk from spike camp, and the legendary Kansas whitetails he’s hunted—including the rare “freak of nature” buck known as Bootsy. David shares decades of hunting wisdom, road-trip stories from his red van, and insight into what it takes to track a deer season after season. If you love archery, bowhunting, or just hearing about chasing big game across the country, you won’t want to miss this one.
In this episode, I sit down with Jake Hofer — host of The Land Podcast and one of the most respected names in whitetail habitat and land management. Jake dives into food plots, scrapes, scouting, and habitat projects, sharing proven strategies that can make a real difference for deer movement and hunting opportunities.
On top of his land expertise, Jake brings years of whitetail hunting knowledge, from early-season setups to understanding deer behavior and patterns that many hunters miss. I share a bit of my own archery and hunting experience along the way, but mostly, I just try to soak up Jake’s insight and ask the questions I think other hunters would want answered.
👉 A must-listen for hunters and land managers looking to learn from one of the best in the whitetail world.
In this inaugural episode of the Launch One podcast, Mason Springer sits down with Chad Sylvester, co-founder of Exodus Outdoor Gear. Explore Chad's fascinating journey from the rodeo circuit to building a successful business in the hunting industry. Gain insights into the importance of discipline, passion, and the entrepreneurial spirit that fuels Chad's success. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a hunting enthusiast, this episode offers valuable lessons and inspiration. Tune in to learn more about Chad's story and the launch of this exciting new podcast series.
