Podcasts by DIY Sportsman - Sportsmen
The DIY Sportsman Podcast focuses on covering hunting and gear-specific topics for the do-it-yourselfer. Hosts Garrett Prahl and Bobby (Boudreaux) Boswell draw from their backgrounds in engineering and wildlife biology, respectively, to provide a unique perspective which compliments their real-world experience hunting whitetails, turkeys, hogs, and western big game with everything from homemade bows to firearms. This podcast is brought to you by the Sportsmen
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DIY Sportsman | Introduction from 2023-12-12T16:33:07.458537
In the first episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast we meet the hosts Garrett Prahl and Bobby Boswell and learn more about what topics will be covered in this podcast.
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Summer Hunting Strategy with Steve Sherk from 2023-11-30T14:22:37.664281
On today's episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Steve Sherk is on as the guest. Steve guides deer hunters in the vast national forest land of Pennsylvania and gathers annual observational data ...
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North Dakota Early Season with Bill Thompson and Johnny Stewart from 2023-11-30T14:22:37.650870
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman Podcast, Garrett sits down with Bill Thompson, owner of Spartan Forge, and Johnny Stewart while at hunting camp in North Dakota. While Garrett's done this tr...
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October Bow Hunting Tips from 2023-11-30T14:22:37.647979
On today's episode, Garrett talks about bowhunting in the month of October, which has become his favorite month overall to hunt in the Midwest. September can be nice because of the mild weather ...
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Sam's Solo Success and Season Update from 2023-11-30T14:22:37.645576
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett does a recap of the season thus far, including early season hunts with the recurve, some things that really surprised him about observations...
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Gun Season BowHunt Success from 2023-11-30T14:22:37.642112
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett breaks down his archery hunt success out of state. This hunt was during a firearms season as well. That pressure did play a role in strategy...
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Calling In-Season Audibles with Rendell Erik from 2023-11-30T14:22:37.613399
On today's podcast Garrett speaks with guest Rendell Erik. He's been on the podcast now a few times to talk about scouting and hunt recaps. Based in Iowa, much of his focus is on finding and tar...
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Mike Funderburk and Hunt Better from 2023-11-30T14:22:37.609774
On today's episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett sits down with Mike Funderburk out of South Carolina to talk about the Hunt Better platform. This new content platform puts a focus on te...
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Mini Shotgun Setup for Turkey from 2023-03-23T09:00
In this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett discusses what has become his favorite shotgun setup for specifically hunting turkeys. This is a gun he originally purchased for his wife, b...
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Planning Efficiency for Post-Season Scouting from 2023-02-23T10:00
In today's episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett lays out a short and sweet planning method to help you scout efficiently as we get closer to early spring and prime-time for most post se...
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Top 5 Things You Can Be Doing Right Now as a Deer Hunter from 2023-01-12T10:00
Today on the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett discusses five of the best things you could be doing right now related to hunting. Seasons have ended in most midwestern states, and if you're towards...
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Deer Season Strategy Review from 2022-12-29T10:00
On today's episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett does a strategy review and analysis as a baseline for how to improve next year. He doesn't review any of the specific hunt details becaus...
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String Jumping and Arrow speed, Ranch Fairy and Darrel Barnette from 2022-12-15T10:00
On today's episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett sits down with Troy Fowler (aka the Ranch Fairy) and Darrel Barnette, who some of you may have also seen on either the Ranch Fairy channe...
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Rut Hunt Success Breakdown from 2022-11-17T10:00
In this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett reviews the hunt strategy and breakdown of his Wisconsin buck. In addition to discussing terrain features, setup relationship to bedding, an...
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Clothing Systems for All-Day Rut Hunting from 2022-10-20T09:00
In today's episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett breaks down clothing for the rut. The rut entails two major considerations - wild ranges of potential temperature and weather along with ...
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Hunting and Climbing Gear Choices from 2022-09-22T09:00
In this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett discusses his mobile hunting gear along with key considerations to make when choosing between popular styles. While weight, noise, and bulk ...
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Breaking Down new Public Properties with Shane Simpson from 2022-08-25T09:00
On today's podcast episode I have Shane Simpson on as a guest. While Shane has hunted a ton of different public hunting properties over the years, in the past two years he's begun a focus to try...
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Preseason Preparation List from 2022-08-11T09:00
In today's episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett talks about some of the items you should do your best to check or do prior to the season actually opening. With some exceptions, your fir...
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Arrow Weight Testing Revisited from 2022-07-28T09:00
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett discusses results from an in-depth round of testing different arrow weights and speeds for hunting. These ranged from setups shooting over 3...
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Early Season Deep Dive with Rendell Erik from 2022-07-14T09:00
On today's episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett has a part-two discussion with Rendell Erik. They talked about summer work in the last episode, but this one focuses a lot more on early ...
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Summer Scouting with Rendell Erik from 2022-06-30T09:00
On today's episode of the DIY Sportsman Podcast, we're talking summer scouting and strategies once again. This time, I'm talking to Rendell Erik who hunts primarily public land located in Iowa. ...
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Big Woods Hunting Tactics with Steve Sherk from 2022-06-16T09:00
On today's episode we have Round 2 of taking to Steve Sherk from Pennsylvania as a guest. In the last episode with Steve, the discussion focused more on summer scouting and trail camera strategi...
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Wisconsin Turkey Double from 2022-05-19T09:00
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett talks about his recent weekend trip to hunt public land in WI in which he shot two birds on back to back mornings. For the first bird, terra...
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Wisconsin Turkey Double from 2022-05-19T09:00
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett talks about his recent weekend trip to hunt public land in WI in which he shot two birds on back to back mornings. For the first bird, terra...
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DIY Sportsman | Introduction from 2022-03-07T12:36:42.446677
In the first episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast we meet the hosts Garrett Prahl and Bobby Boswell and learn more about what topics will be covered in this podcast.
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DIY Sportsman | Introduction from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.853575
In the first episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast we meet the hosts Garrett Prahl and Bobby Boswell and learn more about what topics will be covered in this podcast.
DIY Sportsman | Colorado Hunt Recap and Gear Review from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.852072
In this week’s episode, Garrett and Boudreax discuss Garrett’s recent successful DIY public land mule deer hunt in Colorado. After briefly discussing the climax of the hunt, they dig into the gear ...
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DIY Sportsman | Scent Control from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.850294
In this episode of the DIY Sportsman Podcast, Garrett and Boswell discuss scent control... their philosophies, routines, and experiences.
DIY Sportsman | Hunting Gear on a Budget from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.844849
In this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett and Bobby discuss money saving tips for buying hunting gear.
DIY Sportsman | Spring Scouting from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.843417
On today's Episode, Garrett and Bobby talk spring scouting, or post season scouting depending on your climate.
DIY Sportsman | Turkey Hunting Tips with Shane Simpson from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.841657
In this week's episode, Shane Simpson is interviewed about turkey hunting tips and calling strategy. He has won more than 20 calling titles and has placed in numerous others, including winning the ...
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DIY Sportsman | Snow Gobblers and Sturgeon from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.840128
This episode takes a dive into two great spring past times, turkey hunting and sturgeon fishing. The Rainy River sturgeon run is unique. There aren't a ton of opportunities for anglers across the c...
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DIY Sportsman | Season Plans and Preparation from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.690359
In this episode of the DIY Sportsman, Garrett and Bobby dive into their season plans, and what work they've specifically done over summer to help make the season a success.
DIY Sportsman | Self Filming Tips and Equipment from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.685769
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett discusses his 12 years of experience self-filming his hunts. The guys talk about camera equipment, accessories, and positioning while in the tr...
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DIY Sportsman | More Harvests and Rut Strategy from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.679610
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman hunting podcast, Garrett and Bobby discuss their upcoming plans and strategy for hunting Minnesota and Missouri over the next couple weeks.
DIY Sportsman | Pre-ATA and Broadhead/Arrow Recap from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.673311
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett and Bobby discuss the happenings of the ATA Show and then dive in to a deep discussion about broadheads and arrows.
Sika Hunt and Ice Fishing Cutthroats from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.671860
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman hunting podcast, Garrett and Bobby discuss two big trips Bobby took this year. A Sika deer hunt and ice fishing Cutthroats.
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Whitetail Hunting Boot Review from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.667804
In this podcast Garrett does a quick review of all of the boots he has used for whitetail hunting over the past several years.
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Whitetail Scouting Trip with Sean McVeigh from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.665810
Garrett and Sean McVeigh discuss a recent scouting trip to central Wisconsin on public ground that they have never hunted before in hope of finding good spots to hunt in October.
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Bobby's Utah Turkey from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.664396
In this episode Bobby talks about his recent Utah turkey hunt. Yes, Utah has turkeys - and yes, they do live up in the mountains.
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Hunting Strategy with Ricky Kohler from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.658370
Ricky is very calculated in his methods and strategies, but also has an open enough mind to work with whatever situation is presented. He hunts out of a tree stand, saddle, or on the ground.
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North Dakota Season Prep from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.596263
Garrett goes over his final season checklist, including the gear he's taking out to North Dakota later this week to hunt alongside of Shane Simpson.
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Western Hunts Recap from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.594589
Garrett and Bobby share their recent western hunting experience.
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Favorite Gear of 2019 from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.588543
In this podcast, I recap my hunts from this year along with specific gear highlights.
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New Gearhead Bow and Q&A from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.586615
In this Episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, I start off by answering listener and viewer questions and then talk about my new Gearhead bow.
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Saddlepalooza Recap 2020 from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.581349
Part of the event that's exciting for most is the saddle demo day, where people can get together and try out different saddles, climbing methods, platforms, and accessories to experiment, learn, an...
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Mobile Hunting with Jared Shaffer from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.579929
In this podcast, Jared discusses his annual strategy and what things have played the biggest impact in his learning curve over the years.
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Identifying Pinch Points from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.572693
Today's podcast focuses on identifying pinch points. They are certainly more sought after in hunting strategies revolving around the rut, but pinch points can also provide value in locating deer mo...
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Q&A and Final Arrow Recipe from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.571259
In today's episode I'm tackling some of the more common questions that have been coming through with the season right around the corner.
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Spartan Forge with Bill Thompson from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.564908
In today's episode I have Bill Thompson as a guest to talk about Spartan Forge. In essence, this is an app that hunters would be able to utilize to tell them when and where are the best times and p...
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Hunt Breakdown, New Tethrd Sticks, and Cell Cams from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.563518
This week's episode starts with a more detailed hunt breakdown from North Dakota.
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Turkey Hunting and Kayaks with Parker McDonald from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.548401
Those of you who are diligent listeners to the Sportsman's nation podcast network will of course know Parker already through his Southern Ground Hunting Podcast.
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Tracking Mature Bucks with Todd Havel Pt. 2 from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.546627
We discuss the relative ease of patterning specific bucks in the big woods. Todd feels that there is a common misconception of those deer being nomadic.
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Summer Public Land Trail Camera Strategies from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.542795
Trail cameras are the topic of today's discussion. In particular, I'll be talking about summer strategies on public land.
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Bow and Arrow Prep for Hunting Season from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.541274
In this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett discusses getting your bow and arrows set up for the upcoming hunting season.
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Nebraska Hunt Recap from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.537220
In the episode, the couple talks about the challenges they faced, lessons learned about the area and habitat, as well as a recap of their hunting strategy.
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Navigating the October Lull through Pre-Rut from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.498139
In this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett talks about how to navigate the vast amount of changes that occur between the beginning and the end of the month.
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Hunt Breakdown with Rendell Erik from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.496596
We'll be diving into the finer details of his public land Iowa hunt from this year, where he shot a giant, which is also a becoming a fairly regular occurrence for him it seems.
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Late Season Hunting Strategy with Johnny Stewart from 2022-02-22T07:17:44.494819
On today's podcast I've got Johnny Stewart on again as a guest, and we're talking about Late Season.
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Biggest Lessons from the 2021 Hunting Season from 2022-02-10T10:00
On today's podcast I'm going to discuss some of the biggest lessons learned through the 2021 season.
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Jared Shaffer's Incredible 2022 Season from 2022-01-27T10:00
Jared has had an absolutely phenomenal season, shooting 5 bucks across various states, plus filming each of his family members filling tags, plus shooting a giant sika stag, and a bobcat.
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Iowa Muzzleloader Hunt Recap from 2022-01-13T10:00
On today's episode I'm discussing my recent Iowa trip. This year I'd gone down there to do a late season muzzleloader hunt, as it's still a somewhat easy tag to draw.
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BS Session with Paul Putera from 2021-12-30T10:00
f you didn't listen to the last episode, we discussed some of the tools and techniques that Paul uses for hunting, and it was full of a lot of great info.
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Detailed Strategies and Tools with Paul Putera from 2021-12-16T10:00
This isn't Paul's first time on the podcast, but he's always fun to listen to and dive deep into the weeds on his very in-depth style of scouting and hunting.
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Being Consistent on Public Land with Brian Dombrowski from 2021-11-18T10:00
In this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett sits down with Brian Dombrowski of Wisconsin, who he originally met while hunting public land on an out-of-state trip.
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Hunting Clothing Review from 2021-10-22T09:00
In this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett discusses clothing. Instead of talking about layering philosophy or how to stay warm on stand, Garrett goes into more detail about very spec...
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Hill Country Hunting Strategy with Jake Bush from 2021-09-23T09:00
On today's episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett interviews Jake Bush about hill country bucks.
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Pre-Season Hunting Checklist from 2021-08-26T09:00
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman Podcast, Garrett outlines a list of things to do now before the season starts, to make sure that the opener goes as smoothly as possible.
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Mature Buck Behavior with Johnny Stewart from 2021-08-12T09:00
In today's episode Garett talks to Johnny Stewart, who's got quite a bit of experience hunting in the northeast but also is a traveling hunter and has spent time in many states across the Midwest a...
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Stabilizers for Bow Hunting with Sam Shaffer from 2021-07-29T09:00
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett talks to Sam Shaffer, owner and operator of Titanium Archery products, to talk bow stabilization.
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How to Plan Out of State Hunts from 2021-07-15T10:00
In today’s episode Garrett discusses some of the logistics for planning out of state hunts. Let’s face it, more and more people are trying their hand at doing these types of hunts.
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Summer Plans and Public Land Challenges with Greg Litzinger from 2021-06-17T15:16:43
The conversation starts with discussions about scouting, summer plans, and tendencies and challenges faced when trying to hunt various terrain types of public land.
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Late Season Turkey Hunting from 2021-05-20T09:00
Turkey hunting can require a little shift in strategy this time of year. Birds have been pressured hard, but that same hunting pressure has largely relaxed by now.
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Tracking Mature Bucks with Todd Havel Pt. 1 from 2021-04-22T09:00
We discuss habitat features, sign that might be left, and tracking skillsets, with several examples.
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Hunting From The Ground vs. Treestand from 2021-03-25T09:00
I dive into what makes a set up better or worse for a ground hunt as opposed to a hunt from a tree.
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Spring Scouting Tips from 2021-03-11T10:00
For this episode, I've gone back through some of the guests we've had on historically who I've discussed post-season scouting with, and I've taken relevant snippets from each of those episodes.
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Locating & Hunting A Single Buck with Troy Pottenger from 2021-02-25T10:00
We go into a great level of detail on his process for systematically locating specific deer to hunt.
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Mature Buck Behavior with Paul Putera from 2021-02-11T10:00
Today, we're more specifically discussing mature buck behavior. What do they do differently that all of the other deer we see in the woods, and why do those things make them so hard to hunt.
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DIY Sportsman | Saddle Hunting - Aero Hunter Kestrel from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In today's episode we're featuring the Aero Hunter Kestrel, a hunting saddle that is the result of years of development and prototyping.
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DIY Sportsman | Ice Fishing Equipment Basics from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this Episode, we discuss ice fishing gear from the perspective of someone with a lot of experience fishing the upper MidWest (Garrett) talking to a total newbie (Boudreaux).
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DIY Sportsman | Ultimate Gear Review 2017 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In their final podcast of 2017, Garrett and Bobby dive into a full on review of all the new products they tried over the course of the year.
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DIY Sportsman | Late Season Hunting Strategy and Plans from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this episode, Garrett and Boudreaux discuss in detail how their gear and clothing system changes once the temperatures drop, as well as additions such as chemical, electrical, or gas-based hand ...
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DIY Sportsman | The Science of Rut Timing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this podcast, Garrett and Bobby discuss what factors have actually been proven to affect doe estrous cycles as well as overall deer movement.
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DIY Sportsman | Firearm Hunting Strategy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this episode of the DIY Sportsman Podcast, Garrett and Boswell talk about firearms deer hunting. The two discuss very specific strategies for hunting marshes, hill country terrain, and farmland ...
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When is the Best time to Scout after Season? from 2021-01-28T10:00
The obvious answer to "when to post-season scout" is "anytime you can". Most hunters though are limited by family obligations, house projects, or desire for other pursuits like fishing or shed hunt...
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Wild Game Cooking with Ted Bright from 2021-01-14T10:00
In this podcast we discuss Ted's primary approach to cooking venison, how he ages meat, why he likes to cook large amounts, like a whole shoulder at once.
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Iowa Shotgun Recap from 2020-12-10T16:50:14
I traveled down to the state of Iowa for the first time to perform a firearms deer hunt. The gun tags for non-residents take significantly fewer points to draw than do non-resident archery tags.
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Missouri Rut Recap from 2020-11-27T15:37:08
This hunt starts with a day-by-day breakdown of what areas were scouted, what decision was made based on deer sign available at the time and the overall context of peak breeding timeframe.
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Big Bucks in Big Woods with Paul Putera from 2020-10-29T09:00
Today's episode is a must listen for anyone hunting big woods areas or who deem themselves mobile hunters (or simply would like to become more mobile).
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Top 10 Public Land Mistakes from 2020-10-15T09:00
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman, Garrett talks about the top 10 mistakes commonly made while hunting public land.
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North Dakota Roundtable from 2020-09-17T09:00:02
We talked about our experience thus far, broadhead and arrow setups along with some ad-hoc broadhead testing on a deer carcass, cyber scouting, North Dakota laws, and lessons learned on the trip.
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Early Season Strategy from 2020-08-20T09:00:12
Today's podcast focuses on early season strategy. The exact timing of that early season opener can have a huge impact on the exact scenarios at play.
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Bowhunting Roundtable with Tethrd from 2020-07-23T09:00:09
This podcast is a recording of a bow hunting discussion that occurred at a recent Tethrd get together near their headquarters of operation in Minnesota. Members at the table were Jon Eberhart, Andy...
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Gearhead Archery with Skip Peterson from 2020-06-25T09:00:16
Today I have Skip Peterson on the podcast, the Director of Operations for Gearhead Archery. I wanted to get Skip on because I've had a fair number of questions and comments about Gearhead.
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E-scouting and Planning for Gun Hunting Setups from 2020-06-11T09:00:20
In this podcast I talk about the three primary factors I look at in relation to a gun hunt: Timing, Pressure, and Terrain.
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Archery Deep Dive with Andy May from 2020-05-28T09:00:23
On this Podcast, I talk with Andy May about all things archery with a bow hunting focus. Most people know Andy as a meticulous, detail oriented deer hunter, but his mindset works the same with arch...
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Incredible Turkey Season with Ted Bright from 2020-05-14T08:00:10
On today's episode I have a guest you should be familiar with, Ted Bright. Ted and I did a podcast about his deer season last fall where he knocked down a couple of really nice public land bucks in...
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Sam's Turkey Hunt Recap from 2020-04-30T02:54:41
This podcast breaks down the details of the hunt and answers some of the questions that remained unanswered in the video, like why we didn't shoot a coyote that had snuck in to under 5 yards.
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Utilizing Unique Access for Hunting from 2020-04-16T01:36:51
We all know that access can be vitally important for deer hunting, yet it's often still overlooked in terms of ease or convenience. This is especially true in areas where you might only have one pa...
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Turkey Hunting with Jonathan Boehme of Catman Outdoors from 2020-03-19T03:00:13
In the podcast, we discuss Tennessee's turkey management structure, locating birds, calling strategies, seasonal changes, gear, and setting up without decoys.
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Spring Scouting Overview and Strategy from 2020-02-20T02:00:05
In this podcast I go into deeper detail for the exact strategies I have employed and will be employing this spring in the specific areas that I hunt.
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Average Jack Archery from 2020-01-23T00:32:27
In the podcast, we talk quite a bit about archery. In particular, we talk quite a bit about what things are practically relevant for most guys out there vs which things are fun to talk about but ov...
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Bowhunter Breakdown with Ted Bright from 2019-12-26T03:26:40
Ted and I talk about his hunting background as well as the stories of his success this year.
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Cold Weather Layering Philosophy from 2019-12-12T03:00:02
In this podcast I discuss an alternative to the usual layering advice given to and by whitetail hunters for tree stand use.
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The Whitetail Drifter with Conner Wakefield from 2019-11-28T03:00:19
In this podcast, Conner Wakefield talks about the decisions made during a recent successful hunt on public land in Wisconsin.
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Missouri Hunt Recap from 2019-11-14T03:00:07
Garrett and his wife Sam went down to Missouri for a public land group hunt with some of the crew from Tethrd.
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Late October Hunts, Gear Mods, and Rut Planning from 2019-10-31T15:01:11
Garrett recaps the strategy and sightings of the past several weeks, and how the setups have related to deer sign, particularly scrapes and bedding.
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Three Key Skill-sets for Whitetail Hunting from 2019-10-17T02:00:01
Through observation and study of other successful hunters, there are certainly common themes that keep showing up.
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North Dakota Hunt Lessons Learned from 2019-09-18T16:02:13
In this podcast, Garrett dives into a little further detail about the findings and adaptations needed to try and find deer in this new area.
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Replaceable Blade Hunting Knives from 2019-08-22T02:00:13
Topics of review include weight, ease of use, handle style, folding vs. fixed, safety, price, and utility.
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Summer Scouting Discussion with Shane Simpson from 2019-07-25T02:00:13
Shane discusses how the locations where he plans on hunting this year aren't new, but the tactics and techniques are.
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Arrow Weight Testing from 2019-07-11T01:21
Garrett tested a bunch of different arrow weights from under 400 grains to over 1100 grains and then analyzed the speed, kinetic energy, and momentum.
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Alaskan Honeymoon from 2019-06-27T02:00
In this podcast Garrett talks about his recent honeymoon trip with his now wife, Samantha. This trip was to the Kenai peninsula of Alaska. The trip was certainly fishing focused with some free days...
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Traditional Bowhunting and Wilderness Podcast with Jason Samkowiak from 2019-06-13T02:00
In this episode, we talk to Jason about hunting in Michigan. In particular, we talk about strategies throughout the year, including breaking down big woods habitat, natural food source transitions,...
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JX3 Hybrid Review from 2019-05-29T20:53
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman, Garrett reviews the new JX3 Hybrid tree saddle.
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Aero Hunter Kestrel Flex from 2019-05-16T02:00
On this episode, This podcast goes over the key attributes of the Kestrel Flex and answers some of the main questions a consumer might have.
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Bayou Bowhunter with Harmon Carson from 2019-04-18T02:00
This week Garrett talks with Harmon Carson, a traditional bowhunter from Louisiana, about his consistent success in the the woods as well as traditional archery.
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Spring B.S. Session from 2019-03-21T02:00
On this episode, Bobby and Garrett cover a variety of topics related to the spring and the great outdoors.
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Kyle Null and New Breed Archery from 2019-02-21T02:10
In this episode of the DIY Sportsman, Garrett and Bobby talk with Kyle Null, president of New Breed Archery about the birth of his company as well as the designs he created.
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DIY Sportsman | Sean McVeigh of Sean's Outdoor Adventures from 2019-01-24T02:56
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett and Bobby chat with Sean McVeigh from the Sean's Outdoor Adventures YouTube channel. Sean has produced hundreds of videos over the years with a...
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DIY Sportsman | Climbing Methods Update - Thoughts after the Season from 2018-12-19T22:38
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Bobby and Garrett reflect on various climbing methods used now that the bulk of this year's hunting season is now over.
DIY Sportsman | Cold Weather Clothing and Layering from 2018-11-29T03:12
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman hunting podcast, Garrett and Bobby discuss cold weather clothing. While there are certainly similarities between what garments a western hunter might choose to ...
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DIY Sportsman | Missouri Hunt Recap from 2018-11-15T03:24
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett and Bobby recap their out of state bowhunting trip to Missouri
DIY Sportsman | Bow Hunting In October from 2018-10-18T02:30
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman hunting podcast, Garrett and Bobby discuss the ins and outs of hunting in October.
DIY Sportsman | Charged by a Mountain Lion from 2018-09-20T01:09
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Aaron Lasco shares the graphic details of being charged by a mountain lion while archery elk hunting in Montana.
DIY Sportsman | EZ V Bow Sight with Aaron Lasco from 2018-08-23T02:40
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast, Garrett and Bobby have a discussion with the inventor of the EZ V sight, Aaron Lasco.
DIY Sportsman | Blood Trailing with Dogs with Shane Simpson from 2018-07-26T01:49
On this weeks DIY Sportsman podcast, Shane Simpson back on the podcast. Many people know Shane as a turkey hunter, but he also recently bought a dog and trained it to track specific scent trails. I...
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DIY Sportsman | Listener Q&A: Part 2 from 2018-07-12T03:00
In the second part of the Q&A podcast, Garrett and Bobby go over the remainder of the questions sent in by listeners through Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
DIY Sportsman | Listener Q&A: Part 1 from 2018-06-28T01:44
In this week's episode we're answering listener questions. There were actually enough that we needed to split the podcast up into two separate parts, so we really do appreciate you guys being so in...
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DIY Sportsman | Terminal Arrow Performance with Troy Fowler from 2018-06-14T03:00
On this episode of the DIY Sportsman podcast the guys chat with Troy Fowler, AKA "The Ranch Fairy", about experimenting with various arrow and broadhead setups for optimal performance.
DIY Sportsman | In-Depth Broadhead Discussion with John Lusk from 2018-05-17T02:14
On today's episode We chat with John Lusk of Lusk Archery Adventures on YouTube. We discuss cheap knock-off heads, premium machined broadheads, 2 vs 3 vs 4 blade, single vs. double bevel, mechanica...
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DIY Sportsman | Ultralight Mindset for Whitetail Hunting from 2018-04-18T00:53
In this podcast, Garrett and Bobby have a discussion about the "ultralight" mentality when it comes to Whitetail hunting.
DIY Sportsman | All Things Archery from 2018-03-22T01:27
On this episode, they discuss shooting with opposite handed bows, using Quivalizer style setups, peep eliminator systems, vanes and feathers, broadheads, limbs, tabs, targets, and other miscellaneo...
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DIY Sportsman | Saddle Hunting - Saddlepalooza 2018 Recap from 2018-02-23T12:05
Garrett and Bobby team up with two special guests, Scott Hamilton and Greg Godfrey, to bring a recap of the Saddlepalooza event hosted on the Ft. Stewart military base in Georgia
DIY Sportsman | The Truth About Ozone from 2018-01-11T02:39
Today's episode is a special one. We've brought on our first guest, Shawn Chadwick, to discuss ozone with. He has a PhD and works as a chemical engineer, so if anyone understands what's actually go...
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DIY Sportsman | In Season Scouting Tips from 2017-10-19T15:24
In this Episode, Garrett and Boudreaux discuss in-season scouting. Many hunters do a fine job of preseason scouting - glassing fields, sitting in observation stands, and checking trail cameras. But...
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DIY Sportsman | Climbing Stick Discussion from 2017-09-21T01:44
In Episode 2, Garrett and Boudreaux dive into their vast experience using and testing climbing sticks. They discuss the pros and cons of various models on the market, as well as their own personal ...
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