Its Go Time

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The 3rd rut report of the season

update on how the seasons going

Rut update

In this episode, we sit down with Jake Bennett, an ER nurse from the suburbs of Boston whose life is as hectic as it gets inside the hospital. Outside of work, though, Jake has built an impressive bowhunting career—stacking up big whitetails and carrying a lifetime of hunting experience that started back in his home state of New York. We talk about his journey as a hunter, the lessons he’s learned in the woods, and how his passion for deer hunting has evolved over the years. But beyond huntin...

In this episode, we sit down with Wally “the Finn” Kangas, an 80-year-old woodsman with a lifetime of hunting memories spanning from the big woods of Vermont to the Midwest. Wally has chased deer through decades of changing seasons, and with that comes not only a wealth of experience but also some unforgettable stories. He’s a natural storyteller, blending knowledge, humor, and wisdom in a way only someone who’s spent a lifetime in the outdoors can. This conversation is full of lessons, laugh...

In this episode of The Big Buck Theory, We sit down with Johnny Stewart, a Pennsylvania hunter who has mastered the art of chasing whitetails in the big woods. Johnny has had great success with his bow in some of the toughest country out there, and he’s also put his tracking skills to the test, both in Pennsylvania and out in the Midwest. From utilizing snow to gain the edge on big bucks to breaking down proven strategies for bowhunting pressured deer, Johnny shares a wealth of knowledge and ...

In this episode, I sit down with fellow Vermonter and all-around woodsman, Jeremy Ballantine. Jeremy is one of those rare hunters who has mastered both the art of bowhunting and the tough, old-school craft of tracking deer in the big woods. Humble as they come, Jeremy’s success speaks for itself—whether it’s taking mature bucks here in the Northeast or chasing bull elk out West with a bow in hand. We dive into his approach to hunting, some stories from the mountains and the plains, and the ...

In this episode of The Big Buck Theory, we sit down with Todd Mead, a prolific outdoor writer from the Adirondacks who has spent decades chasing big whitetail bucks across the country. Todd has lived a life full of adventure in the deer woods, and his stories bring out the raw challenge, excitement, and tradition of pursuing whitetails in some of the toughest terrain. We dive into his writing career, his hunting experiences in the Adirondacks and beyond, and the lessons he’s learned along th...

Morgan sits down with Sherman to discuss his lengthy past of killing giant bucks in the northeast, he's a great story teller sit back and enjoy.

HuntStock recap and some listener stories live from HuntStock!

The day before Huntstock, we sat down with Adam Lamson, the CEO of Stagger Gear, for a fun and laid-back episode. We swapped some hunting stories, dug into what makes Stagger Gear tick, and got a sneak peek at some exciting new products coming down the pipeline. We also wrapped up our recent school essay contest by giving away some awesome gear to a few lucky winners. A great conversation to kick off Huntstock weekend — don’t miss it!

In this episode, I sit down with two of my good buddies, Connor and Tony, for a laid-back, no-filter conversation all about deer hunting. This one’s less about tactics and more about laughs — we cover everything from our favorite (and least favorite) hunting moments to the ridiculous stuff that seems to only happen in the woods. It’s lighthearted, full of jokes, and just three friends cutting up and talking deer. If you’re looking for an easy listen with some laughs and a little deer talk spr...

In this special episode, we’re flipping the script a little — I sit down with my wife to talk about what life is really like being married to a hardcore Northeast deer hunter. From missed holidays and November disappearances to the mountain of gear piling up in the house, she’s seen it all. We dive into the behind-the-scenes of hunting season from her perspective, share some laughs, tell a few stories, and talk about how hunting fits into marriage, life, and everything in between. Whether y...

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Bill Gaiotti, the newly elected president of the Vermont Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs. Bill is not only a passionate advocate fighting to protect and preserve our rights as hunters here in the Northeast, but he’s also a diehard deer hunter with decades of experience in the big woods of Vermont and Pennsylvania. We cover a lot of ground in this conversation — from the legislative battles sportsmen are facing today, to Bill’s personal hunting ...

In this episode, we sit down with Ethan Pike and Matthew Henderson—two passionate hunters who live for chasing whitetails in the big woods of Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and the Adirondacks. We dive into stories from the timber, share a ton of laughs, and drop plenty of tips and tricks for anyone looking to improve their game in rugged country. If you love real-deal big woods hunting, this is one you don’t want to miss. Tune in and enjoy!

In this episode, we sit down with Paul Putera — a hardcore bowhunter out of New Jersey who’s made a name for himself in the Big Woods. Paul is a serious tracker who specializes in backtracking bucks and getting in tight on mature deer. He shares some incredible stories from the woods, breaks down his approach to reading sign, and offers a ton of practical tips for anyone looking to up their game in tough country.