The 100% Wild Podcast

Years Broke in Nashville: How I Finally Wrote a #1 Radio Hit | 100% WILD Podcast Ep. 479 In this episode of the 100% WILD Podcast, Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik sit down with hit country music songwriter Josh Dunne. Originally from Missouri, Josh shares his incredible 12-year journey through Nashville's publishing machine. From writing Brantley Gilbert's hit "What Happens in a Small Town" to collaborating with Morgan Wallen and driving ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons to Carrabba's in a beat-up Pathfinder. The guys break down the evolution of modern country music, "bro-country," and how hunting culture, backroads, and 20-pound fishing line constantly inspire mainstream lyrics. Beyond songwriting secrets, Josh dives into his passion for public land whitetail hunting in Tennessee. He recounts how a DeerCast "Green Light" prediction convinced him to head to the woods leading to an incredible public land buck harvest using the Mad Growl call. Josh then sings a live acoustic performance of an unreleased song dedicated to his late father, honoring the emotional bond of missing your primary hunting partner when fall arrives. 00:00:00 – Welcome to Bass Pro Studios: Pre-Season Prep & Country Music 00:00:32 – Introducing Hit Country Songwriter Josh Dunne 00:02:40 – Writing "Give Away the Farm" Inspired by Drury Outdoors 00:04:05 – "What Happens in a Small Town": Scoring a #1 Hit with Brantley Gilbert 00:05:10 – Inside the Nashville Songwriting Machine: Writer Shares vs. Publishing 00:08:45 – The Evolution of "Bro-Country" & Mainstream Country Music 00:13:30 – How Hunting, Fishing, and Mono Line Inspire Country Lyrics 00:16:10 – Writing Rooms with Morgan Wallen & ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons 00:18:25 – The Carrabba's Story: Driving Billy Gibbons in a Beat-Up Pathfinder 00:20:42 – Outdoor Channel "Whitetail Legends" Poster Drama & Internet Trolls 00:25:15 – "Nepo Babies" in Music and the Outdoor Industry 00:31:35 – Meeting Matt Drury's Aunt Nancy on Broadway in 2009 00:33:40 – Losing Your First-Call Hunting Partner: Writing Songs for Dad 00:39:50 – Josh Dunne's Biggest Whitetail: The Small-Rack, Big-Memories Wall 00:41:30 – DeerCast Green Light: Tagging a 130" Tennessee Public Land Buck 00:49:00 – LIVE PERFORMANCE: Josh Dunne Plays His Heartfelt Hunting Tribute Song Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / @officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

Pre-Season Reality Check Every Whitetail Hunter Needs | 100% Wild Podcast Ep. 478 In this pre-season catch-up episode of the 100% WILD Podcast, Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik break down the last-minute bowhunting gear changes, shooting mechanics, and equipment maintenance required before heading into the woods. The hosts dive into relatable archery struggles, including fixing target panic, managing eye dominance issues during low-light practice, and preventing severe field injuries caused by snapped D-loops, failing lighted nocks, and release aid malfunctions. The conversation transitions into tactical land management and whitetail scouting, highlighting the new DeerCast Plot Planner tool designed to calculate exact acreage, seeding rates, fertilizer needs, and regional rainfall metrics. Matt shares his experience setting up trail cameras on his Missouri properties to target wide, mature bucks. Finally, the hosts tackle industry controversies, clearing up online misinformation surrounding public land cellular trail camera bans in Iowa and breaking down the actual regulations behind Missouri's updated Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) management rules. 00:00:00 – Pre-Season Catch-Up & Fall Production Deadlines 00:01:18 – Heavy Arrow Build: Victory Archery VLR Micro-Diameter Specs 00:03:20 – Increasing Draw Weight to 65lbs for String-Dropping Elk 00:05:48 – The Financial Temptation of Buying a New Bow Before Opening Day 00:08:16 – Low-Light Archery Practice: Headlight Glare & Crossed-Eye Dominance 00:11:00 – Shot Sequence Adjustments: Closing the Non-Dominant Eye at Full Draw 00:14:09 – Beating Target Panic: How to Stop Punching the Index Trigger 00:17:05 – Preventing String Slaps, Form Flaws & Arm Guard Debates 00:19:48 – Lighted Nock Wear & Avoiding Backyard Dry-Fire Disasters 00:22:00 – Bowhunting Disasters: Snapped D-Loops & Handheld Release Failures 00:28:12 – DeerCast Plot Planner: Calculating Seed, Fertilizer & Rainfall Rates 00:30:31 – Setting Deer Profiles & Custom Tag Analytics in Command 00:33:20 – Suburban Scouting: Prospecting Mega Bucks in St. Louis Neighborhoods 00:37:32 – Landowner Privacy Concerns & Suburban Trail Cam Etiquette 00:41:15 – Cell Cam Bans: Fact-Checking Iowa Public Land Regulations 00:46:15 – How App Location Services & Digital Data Logs Actually Work 00:49:18 – Missouri CWD Changes: Unpacking the 20-Acre Rule & Tag Limits 00:53:32 – Clickbait Media vs. Fact-Checking Wildlife Agency Regulations Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / @officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

Silently Stalking a Giant Public Land Bull | 100% WILD Podcast Ep. 477 In this episode of the 100% WILD Podcast, Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik sit down with special in-studio guest Jake Arvold from 1st Phorm Outdoors (host of The Experience More Podcast ) to break down Western big game prep and backcountry land management. Jake shares his unique background growing up on a northern Wisconsin elk ranch before detailing how he built the 1st Phorm Outdoors brand to connect fitness, nutrition, and hunting. He delivers a masterclass on e-scouting DIY public land elk hunts across states like Colorado and Idaho, demonstrating how to use digital mapping apps to pinpoint steep topography, hog's backs, hidden benches, and water runoffs where mature bulls evade human pressure. The crew dives deep into Western thermals, explaining why mountain wind consistently pulls toward cool water sources and how hunters can move silently through tight contour lines without getting busted. Jake's discusses his harrowing solo DIY elk hunt in the Colorado wilderness. After his wife Tina and 10-month-old daughter Aurora dropped him off at a steep trailhead, Jake silently stalked a massive herd bull, pinwheeling it four times between 28 and 60 yards. He details the terrifying aftermath of an 187-pound pack-out in total darkness, where slipping off a deadfall log threw him eight feet down a slope, leaving him injured until fellow hunters stepped in to help. Rounding out the show, the hosts explore the 1st Phorm App's custom backcountry fitness protocols ( Mountain Proof 2.0 and Camp Protocol ), VO2 max metrics for longevity, Missouri's upcoming bear tag season, and a rapid-fire "This or That" round on early-season whitetail tactics. 00:00:00 – Summer Recap: Welcoming Jake from 1st Phorm Outdoors 00:01:06 – Road Warrior Life: Total Archery Challenge (TAC) & Outdoor Events 00:03:42 – Building 1st Phorm Outdoors: Supplement Tools for Backcountry Athletes 00:07:16 – Growing Up on a Wisconsin Elk Ranch: Raising World-Class Bulls 00:09:40 – Western Big Game Mindset: Over-The-Counter (OTC) vs. State Draw Systems 00:17:03 – E-Scouting Blueprint: Locating Hog's Backs, Pockets & Steep Topo Benches 00:22:12 – Thermals & Wind Science: Why Mountain Air Always Pulls to Cool Water 00:24:41 – Elk vs. Whitetail Tactics: Sound, Vision, and Moving Through Heavy Cover 00:28:50 – The Solo Colorado Elk Hunt: Family Trailhead Drop-Offs with a 10-Month-Old 00:33:17 – Concrete Slab Fire Towers & Surviving Mountain Rainstorms 00:38:14 – Bypassing Hunter Pressure: Climbing 500ft Vertical Off Roadside Guts 00:41:30 – Silently Stalking the Herd Bull: 4 Rapid-Fire Arrows at 28–60 Yards 00:46:08 – The 187lb Pack-Out Disaster: Falling 8 Feet Off a Deadfall Log in the Dark 00:51:30 – Backcountry Brotherhood: Calling Late-Night Pack-Out Support 00:57:32 – 1st Phorm App Workouts: Mountain Proof 2.0 & Camp Protocol Programs 01:04:33 – Post-Workout Mountain Nutrition: Fueling Calorie Deficits with Formula 1 01:08:45 – Longevity & VO2 Max: Muscle Mass, Health Shifts, and Passing the Heritage 01:23:27 – This or That: Early Season Whitetail Strategy Edition 01:27:46 – Bass Pro Sunset Hills Fall Classic Preview with Matt & Terry Drury 01:31:23 – Drawing Missouri Bear Tags & The Real Name for a Group of Bears Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / @officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

Is It Legal? The Controversial Laws Threatening Thermal Drone Recovery | 100% WILD Podcast Ep. 476 In this episode of the 100% WILD Podcast, Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik sit down with Jack Huston from Midwest Deer Surveys to unpack the rapidly evolving world of thermal drone deer recovery and biological land mapping. Jack shares insane firsthand accounts from his time in the sky. The crew dives deep into the physics behind thermal imaging, explaining exactly how long a dead whitetail's heat signature remains visible on a commercial screen, even days after a marginal shot. They also address the sticky legal landscape of drone tracking laws across states like Illinois, Iowa, and Kansas, versus the legal framework in Missouri. Beyond blood trailing, this episode serves as a comprehensive masterclass in whitetail deer habitat management and herd dynamics. Jack breaks down what he calls "density rings," revealing the shocking "hermit behavior" of mature bucks that entirely avoid overcrowded timber tracts in favor of low-stress, secondary cover like drainage ditches. Landowners looking to maximize their property's holding capacity will learn why Timber Stand Improvement (TSI) is the absolute number one tool for security cover, and how to optimize their trail camera setup using precise density ratios. From crazy wildlife footage of a Missouri mountain lion stalking deer to Jack's revolutionary new anti-poaching drone detection system, this conversation completely redefines modern scouting strategy. 00:00:00 – Intro: Unpacking Whitetail Shot Placement & Recovery Debates 00:01:06 – How Midwest Deer Surveys Pivoted into Biological Drone Mapping 00:02:31 – Urban Hunting Shock : Finding a Crossbow Hunter Huddled in a Tree 00:03:18 – Getting Shot At: The Legal Dangers & Felonies of Shooting Down Drones 00:04:46 – The Science of Thermals : How Many Days Does a Heat Signature Last? 00:05:52 – Landowner Boundaries: Navigating Suburban Permissions on Foot 00:08:37 – Terminal Ballistics: Mechanical Broadheads vs. Fixed Blades 00:10:31 – The Will to Live: How Far Wounded Bucks Push into Heavy Cover 00:11:26 – The Crossbow Epidemic : Why Archery Tracking Requests are Skyrocketing 00:14:18 – Whitetail Behavior Patterns: Do Tracked Deer Double Back to Home Ranges? 00:15:25 – Gridding Search Areas vs. Peak Thermal Weather Conditions 00:16:46 – Caught on Camera : A Missouri Mountain Lion Stalking Deer from 700ft 00:19:33 – Travel Corridors: Missouri Black Bears and Loose Kangaroos 00:24:02 – Busting Trespassers : The New Drone Detection System for Landowners 00:25:29 – Fighting Back Against Sophisticated High-Tech Shed Poachers 00:27:31 – Airspace Legalities: Can a Neighbor Legally Spy on Your Food Plots? 00:29:13 – Working with Law Enforcement to Track Serial Numbers & Flight Patterns 00:32:09 – Designing an Accurate 300-Acre Sample Matrix for Herd Density 00:33:39 – Commercial Drone Capabilities: Laser Pinpoints & Real-Time Mapping 00:36:46 – The 5-Year Leap: How a Giant Whitetail Added 60 Inches in One Season 00:41:32 – Old School vs. New School : Thermal Drones vs. Tracking Dogs 00:43:36 – The Legend of Tracker John: Bloodhound Tracking Masterclass 00:49:12 – Leveraging DeerCast Track Metrics to Predict Wounded Game Patterns 00:51:58 – Density Rings Explained : Where Do Hermit Bucks Actually Hide? 00:58:50 – Low-Stress Whitetail Herds: Why Hunters Must Shoot More Does 01:00:16 – Timber Stand Improvement (TSI) : The #1 Move to Hold Big Deer 01:02:17 – Trail Camera Ratios: What is the Ideal Camera-to-Acre Density? Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / @officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

The Outdoor Lifestyle of Josh & Jessica from Flatlanders TV | 100% WILD Podcast Ep. 475 In this episode, Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik celebrate the massive 1st Phorm Summer Smash weekend by bringing in special guests Josh and Jessica Ishmael from Flatlanders TV . Josh drops incredible backstage industry insights from his 15-year career in outdoor television production, highlighting his 8 years traveling the world as the exclusive cameraman for WWE icon Shawn Michaels. From grueling 14-day backcountry moose hunts in the frozen Yukon to hilarious field outtakes. This conversation uncovers what it takes to produce top-tier hunting content under pressure. The dialogue shifts to a mind-blowing level of high stakes as the Flatlanders TV crew details their harrowing firsthand experience surviving a direct hit from a 1.5-mile-wide tornado inside a basement in Linwood, Kansas. They recount the aftermath, where entire trucks and a kitchen table completely vanished, a boat was thrown three-quarters of a mile away, and every single deer mount was stripped off the walls. 00:00:00 – Summer Smash In-Studio: Welcoming Matt Drury & Tim Kjellesvik 00:00:46 – Introducing Josh & Jessica Ishmael from Flatlanders TV 00:02:07 – Filming WWE's Shawn Michaels: 8 Years of Backstage Production 00:02:22 – Extreme Yukon Moose Hunts & Wrestling Icon Ground Blind Outtakes 00:06:23 – Hating Bugs to Tree Stand Dates: Jessica's Rough Path to the Outdoors 00:11:15 – Youth Bowhunting Masterclass: Introducing Kids via Recoil-Free Crossbows 00:13:25 – Archery Turkey Shot Placement: Breaking Armor-Plated Wings Center Mass 00:18:12 – Traveling the Country: Bouncing Out of State for Public Land Turkey Tours 00:19:18 – THE DIRECT HIT: Surviving a 1.5-Mile Wide Tornado in Linwood, Kansas 00:21:29 – Stripped Walls & Flying Boats: The Unbelievable Aftermath of a Category 5 Storm 00:24:26 – Land Security Blueprint: Why Drury Outdoors Refuses to Vinyl Wrap Hunting Trucks 00:25:44 – Combating Neighbor Harassment, Fence Line Encroachment, and Shed Poaching 00:29:34 – The Retail Baiting Loophole: Why Deer Vanish the Day Gun Season Starts 01:00:58 – The Aggressive vs. Analytical Hunting Mindsets of Mark & Terry Drury 01:01:56 – Next-Level Drive: Comparing Hunting Icons to Andy Frisella & Jim Thome 01:04:21 – Accountable Parenting: Handshakes, Manners, & Firearm Respect in the Woods 01:08:47 – 30 Minutes of Pure Luck: How an 11-Year-Old Harvested a 172" Whitetail Buck 01:13:20 – Drury Outdoors Heritage: Gold Moose Awards & The "Susan Lucci" Inside Joke Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / @officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

This Revolutionary Cell Cam Tech Will Completely Change How You Scout | 100% WILD Podcast Ep. 474 In this episode, Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik unveil the massive technological leaps hitting cellular trail cameras. Tim and Matt provide an exclusive deep-dive into the highly advanced Stealth Cam 3.0 camera lineup and the fully updated Command App ecosystem . They explain how the industry is moving away from unreliable SD cards by shifting completely to lightning-fast internal storage memory paired with simplified USB-C data cable transfers, eliminating the single biggest weak link in traditional scouting camera systems . The conversation turns high-tech as the hosts detail tactical tools engineered to save your battery life and maximize gallery hygiene . You'll learn how AI smart filtering completely eliminates aggravating false triggers caused by shadows or wind-blown branches, alongside a breakdown of custom 16-zone PIR active motion sensors to block out troublesome background movement . The highlight of the show details the brand-new Rack Alert tracking feature, which sends instant notifications directly to your phone when a mature whitetail buck steps into frame, giving you the options to open a real-time Live View high-definition livestream video feed of the target deer. 00:00:00 – Welcome Back to the Studio: The Return of Tim's Classic Intro 00:01:20 – The Velvet Itch: Getting Ready for July 4th Trail Camera Deployment 00:01:52 – Closing on New Property: Starting the Scouting Process from Scratch 00:02:43 – The End of SD Cards : Introducing 3.0 Internal Memory and USB-C 00:05:45 – Standardizing High-Def Previews: 1080p Thumbnails vs. 4K Video Requests 00:06:05 – Anti-Theft Blueprint : Integrating Automated Onboard GPS Mapping 00:07:15 – Utilizing Camera Activity Heat Maps Directly inside the Command App 00:12:07 – Beating False Triggers : Programming Light vs. Smart AI Filtering Mode 00:16:31 – Managing App Visual Cues: Reading Camera Health and Storage 00:17:48 – Fleet Programming: Using Multi-Cam Settings to Bulk-Update Cameras 00:18:37 – Advanced Sensitivity: 16-Zone Passive Infrared (PIR) Active Sensors 00:20:00 – THE BIG GAME CHANGER : Explaining AI Rack Alerts and Push Notifications 00:20:58 – Real-Time Livestreaming : How to use Live View When a Buck Steps Out 00:22:19 – Legacy Support: Which 2025 Cameras Get the New App Features? 00:24:07 – Gallery Hygiene: Mass Deleting Thousands of Dead Frames Instantly 00:25:34 – Longitudinal Tracking: Historical Mapping for Specific Named Bucks 00:28:35 – Fleet Recommendations: Selecting the Sentinel Max 3 vs. Specter 4K 00:31:09 – Power Optimization: Failsafe Loop Setups with Field Max Solar Lithium Packs 00:39:25 – Game Segment : "Take It or Leave It" Ridiculous Trail Camera Edition 00:44:15 – Security Repurposing: Catching Gate Trespassers via Intelligent Filters 00:45:31 – Using Live View in Turkey Season to Scout Silent Morning Roosts 00:46:47 – Family Superpowers: The Lake House Debate About Peeing Outside 00:50:48 – Fall Preparation: Planning 30 Acres of New Deer Food Plots Go to nutrienagsolutions.com and lovelandproducts.com for more information. Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / @officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

Don't Plant Yet! Soil Health Secrets for Growing Giants | 100% WILD Podcast Ep. 473 In this episode of the 100% WILD Podcast, Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik transition from the end of spring turkey season straight into the dirt science of whitetail deer habitat management . They welcome Mark from Nutrien Ag Solutions, a leading plant and soil health field manager, to demystify the underground ecosystem that dictates antler development, herd health, and vegetation success. Mark breaks down why viewing soil as a living biome is the ultimate mental shift required to stop throwing money away on unsuccessful food plots, outlining how micro and macro-organisms support high-tonnage forage . The crew dives deep into actionable summer and fall strategies, exploring the critical difference between plant palatability and digestibility and why certain seed varieties attract deer better than others . From detailing proper soil sampling techniques to using drought-tolerant seed technologies and liquid applications to survive late-summer droughts, this episode addresses the single biggest mistakes food plotters make . Whether you are managing an intensive clover plot, prepping fall brassicas, or looking for ways to suppress noxious weeds without compromising nutrition, this conversation provides layman-friendly blueprints to grow bigger bucks on your hunting property. 00:00:00 – Last-minute turkey camp recap and the massive fish fry 00:01:40 – The Great Fried Biscuit Incident of 2026 00:02:56 – Introducing soil health expert Mark from Nutrien Ag Solutions 00:04:31 – How soil health directly dictates antler development 00:06:52 – Soil as a biome: Why no-till drills protect macro-organisms 00:08:58 – Memorial Day planting timelines for corn and soybeans 00:12:52 – Liquid vs. granular applications to jumpstart soil biology 00:17:14 – Why soil sampling is the vital first step for weekend warriors 00:20:37 – Beating the summer drought with heat-tolerant seed technology 00:24:40 – Fall food plot prep for brassicas, radishes, and winter wheat 00:26:59 – Palatability vs. Digestibility: What deer actually crave 00:34:37 – Clover plot maintenance: Suppressing noxious weeds safely 00:40:51 – The single biggest mistake hunters make planting food plots 00:43:09 – How small-scale food plotters can get professional consulting 00:47:39 – Gut health similarities: Human nutrition vs. feeding your dirt Go to nutrienagsolutions.com and lovelandproducts.com for more information. Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / @officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

Inside the Tenth Legion: Colonel Tom Kelly's Legacy with Laura Bates | 100% WILD Podcast Ep. 472 In this episode of the 100% WILD Podcast, Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik sit down with Laura Bates, the daughter of the legendary Colonel Tom Kelly. As the turkey hunting community celebrates the Colonel's 99th birthday, we dive deep into the origin of his masterpiece, Tenth Legion , and the brand-new "Bootleg Revival" Limited Editionrelease. Laura shares fascinating stories about the original 1974 unauthorized Xerox copies that fueled the book's underground fame and why it has earned a status comparable to a "religion" among Southern turkey hunters. The conversation explores the personal side of a pillar in the hunting world, detailing what it was like growing up in the Kelly household and the moment Laura realized her father was a cultural icon. We also get the Colonel's unfiltered take on modern turkey hunting trends, from his distaste for decoys to the "edgy" language that gave his writing its authentic flavor. Whether you are a long-time member of the "Tenth Legion" or a new hunter discovering the heritage of the turkey woods. 00:00:00 – Tim's Intro returns to the Bass Pro Shops studio 00:01:25 – Introducing Laura Bates, daughter of Colonel Tom Kelly 00:02:11 – The Bootleg Revival : The 1974 Xerox story 00:05:21 – Building the legacy through NWTF and The Colonel on the Fox 00:10:10 – Why Tenth Legion became the "Turkey Hunter's Bible" 00:15:52 – Growing up Kelly: When Laura realized her dad was a legend 00:19:48 – Celebrating Colonel Tom Kelly's 99th Birthday 00:23:36 – The "Flavor" of the 10th Legion: Edgy language and authenticity 00:28:36 – Fans and Fame: Being recognized in the most unlikely places 00:32:02 – The Origin Story: How the Colonel became obsessed with turkeys 00:37:32 – Laura's Perspective: Will she write her own book on the legacy? 00:42:08 – Colonel Kelly on Tactics : His honest thoughts on decoys and reaping Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / @officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

Two Missouri Longbeards Down on Opening Day | 100% WILD Ep 471 Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik recount the thrills and technical nightmares of Missouri's Opening Day. Tim kicks things off with a masterclass in small property management, detailing how he secured a 6:28 AM archery kill on a tiny 6-acre tract. You'll hear the "ninja walk" strategy he used to slip into a ground blind while a gobbler hammered directly above his head, and how he used Avian-X decoys and Matthews archery gear to close the deal in the early morning timber. Then Matt Drury details his grueling afternoon pursuit across multiple leases. After dealing with birds that refused to cross a cattle panel fence and a coyote that spooked a group of longbeards, Matt finally spots a wild turkey from his truck. However, the "moment of truth" nearly ends in disaster when his gun jams with a tom standing at a mere 15 yards. 00:00:00 – Opening Day Success & The New Bass Pro Shops Sign 00:04:52 – Hunting Turkeys on Tiny Acreage: The 6-Acre Archery Strategy 00:06:50 – The Ninja Walk: Slipping into the blind with a bird overhead 00:10:42 – Blind Setup: Managing light and movement in the timber 00:14:04 – 6:28 AM Archery Kill: Recovering a bird in the brambles 00:16:31 – Missouri Weather Trends: High barometer and opening day gobbles 00:18:40 – Fence Line Dilemma: Why birds won't cross cattle panels 00:24:59 – The Coyote Factor: How predators change turkey behavior 00:28:43 – The Afternoon Grind: Moving leases when the woods go silent 00:35:15 – Spotting a Gobbler From the Truck: The midday setup 00:38:05 – CRITICAL MOMENT: Gun jam at 15 yards and the manual fix 00:44:35 – Pro Tip: Using DeerCast Live View to listen for birds 00:51:57 – Advanced Turkey Quiz: Strutting biology and tail feather aging 00:54:15 – NWTF Scoring: Calculating the leaderboard for beards and spurs Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / @officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

Paul Butski Reveals Elite Turkey Hunting Tactics | 100% Wild Podcast Ep. 470 In this episode of the 100% WILD Podcast, Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik are joined by Paul Butski, a 3-time Grand National Champion and Turkey Hunting Hall of Famer. Paul, who is the mastermind behind many HS Strut products, dives into the development of the Elite Six series, which is a collaborative effort with Mark Drury, Fred Zinke, and Tad Brown designed to bring professional-grade realism to every hunter's vest. We discuss the technical nuances of diaphragm calls, from mastering air pressure to selecting the right cuts, like the DOD Ghost Tongue, to ensure you own the "moment of truth" in the timber. The conversation moves beyond calling into the "lost art" of woodsmanship, exploring how to use extra-dimensional sounds like wing beats and leaf scratching to paint a realistic picture for wary gobblers. Paul shares high-stakes tactics for midday birds, the proper orientation of Jake and Hen decoys, and the critical transition of teaching the next generation to hunt outside of a blind. Whether you are looking for tips to reset on a silent bird or want to hear legendary stories from the "Rat Pack" at Turkey Camp, this episode is a definitive guide to field success. 00:00:00 – Introduction to Ep 470 with Hall of Famer Paul Butski 00:02:46 – The evolution of competition calling from then to now 00:04:00 – Inside the HS Strut Elite Six series development 00:05:48 – Mastering air pressure and diaphragm call basics 00:10:56 – Moving beyond basic yelping to advanced turkey sounds 00:13:30 – Woodsmanship : Using scratching and wing beats in the timber 00:15:27 – Tactics for hunting farms without roosting birds 00:23:33 – Decoy Strategy: When to use a Jake vs. Hen setup 00:34:41 – The "Lost Art" of hunting outside of a ground blind 00:43:52 – Midday Play: How to approach silent afternoon gobblers 00:48:14 – Turkey Camp Traditions: From the Beacon to camp breakfast 00:54:35 – Game: Two Gobblers and a Jake with Paul Butski Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / @officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

Mark and Terry Drury Talk Turkey and Share Unexplained Hunting Stories | 100% Wild Podcast Ep. 469 In this 10th anniversary episode of the 100% Wild Podcast, Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik welcome outdoor legends Terry and Mark Drury to the studio to celebrate a decade of podcasting. The crew marks this milestone by announcing a massive new sponsorship with Bass Pro Shops, the premier brand in conservation and the outdoor industry. They dive into the history of Drury Outdoors, reflecting on the evolution of hunting media from the early days of linear VHS tape editing to the modern integration of DeerCast technology while highlighting the impact of visionaries like Johnny Morris. The group recounts some of their most unbelievable field experiences, including Terry's infamous "missing time" UFO encounter during a turkey hunt 25 years ago. Mark and Terry share expert insights on the current state of the deer herd, the mystery of declining age classes, and the timeless woodsman skills that are becoming a lost art. 00:00:00 – Legends Terry and Mark Drury join the 10th Anniversary show 00:01:20 – Bass Pro Shops partnership and the impact of Johnny Morris 00:03:30 – Wonders of Wildlife: Preserving the history of conservation 00:06:05 – Year of Gear Giveaway: How to win $20k in hunting prizes 00:07:40 – Reflecting on 469 episodes and a decade of podcasting 00:09:10 – Explaining podcasts in 2015: The early days of the show 00:13:00 – Dustin Lynch and John Anderson: Country music's hunting connection 00:15:10 – The emotional story behind the lyrics of "Seminole Wind" 00:23:10 – The "Missing Time" Story: Terry's UFO encounter in the woods 00:34:00 – The Mystique of 90s Whitetails: Did deer used to be bigger? 00:41:00 – The Art of the Title: Naming 37 years of Drury Outdoors films 00:54:15 – Decoy Evolution: Moving from foam Feather Flex to high-realism Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / @officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

Saving the Lost VHS Archives of Turkey Hunting | 100% WILD Podcast Ep. 468 In this nostalgic episode of the 100% WILD Podcast, Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik sit down with Paul Campbell, co-founder of the Wild Turkey Archive, to discuss the vital mission of preserving wild turkey hunting's rich culture and history. Paul details the urgent race to digitize thousands of degrading VHS tapes and films before they are lost to time, ensuring the stories of legends like Fox Hayes, Tom Kelly, and Dick Kirby remain available for future generations. We explore the massive digital library, which features everything from black-and-white silent films from the 1920s to iconic master tapes from the early days of Drury Outdoors. The conversation dives deep into the evolution of outdoor media, contrasting today's fast-paced social media clips with the slow-burn, two-hour feature films that defined the 80s and 90s. Paul sharing the technical struggles of the "OGs" who lugged 80-pound shoulder-mounted cameras into the woods and navigated the grueling world of linear tape editing. From finding ancient turkey calls in excavation pits to the "edgy" marketing that built the modern hunting industry, this episode is a celebration of the persistence and passion that defines the wild turkey hunting community. 00:00:00 – Paul Campbell and the Turkey Season Podcast 00:03:14 – Launching the Wild Turkey Archive and historical foundation 00:05:43 – Honoring the conservationists who saved turkey hunting 00:07:36 – Building the "Digital Museum" of turkey culture 00:09:16 – Discovering black-and-white turkey films from the 1920s 00:11:55 – Ancient History: 1,000-year-old turkey calls and cave paintings 00:14:01 – The 40-year shelf life: Why physical media is deteriorating 00:16:42 – Why the new generation is thirsty for "slow" vintage content 00:21:58 – The art of the classic Drury Outdoors intro 00:27:41 – The "Tape Recorder" era of live turkey seminars 00:33:43 – How to support the American Wild Turkey Historical Foundation 00:41:43 – Turkey Truth or VHS Tall Tale Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / @officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

The Science of Saving the Wild Turkey with Mike Chamberlain | 100% WILD Podcast Ep. 467 In this episode of the 100% WILD Podcast, Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik sit down with Dr. Mike Chamberlain, the "Wild Turkey Doc" and NWTF distinguished professor, to address the alarming declines in wild turkey populations across North America. Dr. Chamberlain breaks down the mission of the Wild Turkey Lab, a comprehensive archive designed to turn complex research into actionable data for hunters and land managers. We dive deep into the biological impact of habitat fragmentation, explaining how modern land use has inadvertently created the perfect environment for nest predators like raccoons and opossums to decimate turkey productivity. The conversation takes a tactical turn as we discuss the "reproductive skew" of the wild turkey explaining why all gobblers are not created equal and how selective harvest can influence future poult production. Dr. Chamberlain also shares his personal shift from traditional beads to using red dots on shotguns after a high stakes miss, emphasizing the importance of vision and confidence. From debunking myths about windy days and barometric pressure to exploring the future of state agency regulations, this episode is an essential masterclass for anyone dedicated to the conservation and pursuit of the wild turkey. 00:00:00 – Dr. Mike Chamberlain: 30 years of wild turkey research 00:03:33 – The Wild Turkey Lab: A one-stop shop for turkey data 00:08:43 – Addressing the "call to arms" regarding population declines 00:13:16 – Combatting social media misinformation with peer-reviewed science 00:14:39 – Why predators are getting more efficient 00:20:38 – Balancing biology vs. politics 00:27:41 – The future of turkey hunting funding 00:33:00 – Why Dr. Chamberlain made the switch to use a red dot. 00:38:17 – How birds originally crossed state lines 00:41:52 – Why peak numbers are in the past 00:48:21 – Prioritizing early successional habitat 00:53:29 – Should you shoot the dominant tom? 01:05:08 – Rapid fire myth-busting with the Doc 01:13:38 – Where to follow Dr. Mike Chamberlain & Wild Turkey DNA Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group :/ n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc... Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / @officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

Inside Leupold Optics with CEO Bruce Pettet | 100% Wild Podcast Ep. 466 In this episode of the 100% Wild Podcast, Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik sit down with Bruce Pettet, the President and CEO of Leupold & Stevens, to discuss the cutting edge of hunting optics and technical innovation. Bruce pulls back the curtain on Leupold's relentless product roadmap, highlighting the launch of the VX-4HD rifle scope, which offers top-tier glass and superior low-light performance for under $1,000. We dive into how these optics allow hunters to capitalize on the "moment of truth" during those final critical minutes of legal light. The conversation shifts to high-end observation gear with a deep dive into the BX-6 rangefinding binoculars, exploring their optically perfect glass and seamless DeerCast integration for pinning waypoints in real-time. Bruce also joins the crew for a round of Optics Mythbusting, debunking common misconceptions about objective lens size and the magnification required for long-range precision. Whether you are preparing for a Western elk hunt or looking for the best red dot for spring turkeys, this episode provides expert insights into maximizing your field efficiency through superior technology. 00:00:00 - Intro to the podcast 00:01:25 – Bruce Pettet, Leupold President/CEO, joins the show 00:03:00 – Inside Leupold: The innovation roadmap and engineering focus 00:04:00 – VX-4HD : Addressing the "white space" in hunting rifle scopes 00:05:40 – Low Light Performance: Gaining those critical final minutes of daylight 00:07:50 – Scope Features: Throw levers, CDS dials, and fire dots 00:11:50 – The Gold Ring : Why Leupold optics are family heirlooms for life 00:13:50 – Wild Tech Support: Taking calls while a hunter shoots a buck 00:17:00 – BX-6 Binos : Optically perfect glass for Western hunting 00:19:15 – DeerCast Integration : Pinning blood trails and waypoints in real-time 00:32:30 – Leupold Control App: Archery mode and custom ballistics simplicity 00:36:50 – Turkey Hunting Optics: Red dots vs. magnified scopes 00:39:40 – Optics Mythbusting : The truth about objective lenses and max power Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / @officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

Inside Leupold Optics with CEO Bruce Pettet | 100% Wild Podcast Ep. 466 In this episode of the 100% Wild Podcast, Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik sit down with Bruce Pettet, the President and CEO of Leupold & Stevens, to discuss the cutting edge of hunting optics and technical innovation. Bruce pulls back the curtain on Leupold's relentless product roadmap, highlighting the launch of the VX-4HD rifle scope, which offers top-tier glass and superior low-light performance for under $1,000. We dive into how these optics allow hunters to capitalize on the "moment of truth" during those final critical minutes of legal light. The conversation shifts to high-end observation gear with a deep dive into the BX-6 rangefinding binoculars, exploring their optically perfect glass and seamless DeerCast integration for pinning waypoints in real-time. Bruce also joins the crew for a round of Optics Mythbusting, debunking common misconceptions about objective lens size and the magnification required for long-range precision. Whether you are preparing for a Western elk hunt or looking for the best red dot for spring turkeys, this episode provides expert insights into maximizing your field efficiency through superior technology. 00:00:00 - Intro to the podcast 00:01:25 – Bruce Pettet, Leupold President/CEO, joins the show 00:03:00 – Inside Leupold: The innovation roadmap and engineering focus 00:04:00 – VX-4HD : Addressing the "white space" in hunting rifle scopes 00:05:40 – Low Light Performance: Gaining those critical final minutes of daylight 00:07:50 – Scope Features: Throw levers, CDS dials, and fire dots 00:11:50 – The Gold Ring : Why Leupold optics are family heirlooms for life 00:13:50 – Wild Tech Support: Taking calls while a hunter shoots a buck 00:17:00 – BX-6 Binos : Optically perfect glass for Western hunting 00:19:15 – DeerCast Integration : Pinning blood trails and waypoints in real-time 00:32:30 – Leupold Control App: Archery mode and custom ballistics simplicity 00:36:50 – Turkey Hunting Optics: Red dots vs. magnified scopes 00:39:40 – Optics Mythbusting : The truth about objective lenses and max power Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / @officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

Team Radical Secrets for Professional Coyote Management | 100% Wild Podcast Ep 465 In this episode of the 100% Wild Podcast, Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik sit down with the elite predator hunters from Team Radical, Justin Roepke and Nate Standerfer. After a successful run clearing out nuisance critters on Terry Drury's Illinois lease, the guys dive into the tactical world of predator management. They discuss why high coyote densities are the #1 roadblock to expanding your deer herd and wild turkey populations, and how Team Radical managed to go viral by recording their high-stakes night hunts. You'll learn about the evolution of the gear from red lights and night vision to modern high-end thermal optics. The conversation goes beyond just gear as we explore the intense world of competitive coyote hunting. Nate and Justin break down their strategy for running "long lines," covering 50,000+ acres in a single weekend. We also tackle the realities of permission and land access, explaining how helping a farmer clear out livestock-killing predators is the ultimate "in" for gaining hunting ground. Whether you are looking to save your fawns or simply want to learn the art of the aggression-based coyote call, this episode is a masterclass in modern predator control. 00:00:50 – Intro: Why predator management is critical for land managers 00:03:20 – Why coyote hunting gets millions of views on social media 00:05:45 – The History of Team Radical : From fans to elite content creators 00:08:40 – The "Cheat Code" Setup: .243 AI Custom Rifles and Thermal Scopes 00:11:45 – Effective Range: Why 300 yards is the sweet spot for night hunting 00:15:15 – Tournament Strategy : Running 50,000+ acres for big numbers 00:18:40 – Gaining Permission: How to build credibility with local farmers 00:23:45 – Property Line Disputes: The reality of trespassing dog hunters 00:28:45 – Neighbor Relations: Communicating before the shots start after dark 00:33:30 – The 3-Man Kill : Communication and simultaneous shooting in the dark 00:41:00 – Calling Secrets: Vocalizations vs. standard rabbit distress sounds 00:43:55 – 18 Coyotes in 6 Hours : A legendary night on the Higgins farm. 00:52:10 – The Evolution: Moving from red lights to thermal imaging Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / @officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

How to Grow Your Turkey Population by Trapping Predators with Jared Lurk | 100% Wild Podcast Ep. 464 In this episode of the 100% Wild Podcast, Matt Drury and Tim Kjellsvik are joined by Jared Lurk and Cody West to dive into the essential, yet often overlooked, world of nest predator management. While high-level habitat work is crucial, many landowners are finding that high numbers of raccoons, opossums, and skunks are the primary roadblocks to a thriving wild turkey population. The crew discusses why trapping is a "lost art" that needs to return to the modern hunter's repertoire, sharing how they managed to trap over 140 predators on a single farm to save their food plots. We break down the practical "how-to" of running a long-line trap system, from selecting the right traps to choosing the best baits like tuna, and cat food to outsmart these nest predators. The conversation also covers the tactical shift from trapping to thermal hunting for coyotes, explaining why modern technology makes predator control more efficient than ever. Whether you're trying to protect your corn yield from coons or looking to hear more gobbles this spring, this episode provides the ultimate field guide for creating a greater ecosystem. 00:00:00 – Intro: Getting rid of nuisance critters 00:02:10 – Why trapping is a "lost art" for the modern generation 00:05:30 – Identifying the Problem: High predator counts and zero turkeys 00:07:15 – Baiting Strategy: Using tuna, cat food, and fish oil 00:09:00 – Protecting Food Plots: How coons destroy your corn yield 00:10:40 – The Long Line: Managing 50+ traps on a busy schedule 00:12:40 – Trapping Hotspots: Field edges, hollow trees, and water structures 00:14:45 – Thermal Hunting: Why it out-performs trapping for coyotes 00:16:35 – Dog-Proof Traps: Why they are the best tool for the job 00:32:15 – Skunk Problems: Dealing with the spray after the shot 00:35:10 – Tick Myth-Busting: Do opossums actually eat more ticks than turkeys? 00:40:30 – Snapping Turtle Management: Cleaning out the farm pond Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / @officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

How to Master 1031 Exchanges for Hunting Land | 100% Wild Podcast Ep. 463 In the fourth and final podcast of our Cultivating Value series, Matt Drury and Tim Kjellsvik sit down with Joe Dierker, owner of First Harvest Land Exchange, to demystify the most powerful financial tool for landowners: the 1031 Exchange. While Episode One touched on financing, this episode dives deep into the high-stakes world of tax deferral strategies and building long-term wealth through real estate. Joe explains the "make or break" mechanics of using a Qualified Intermediary (QI) to avoid the "constructive receipt" of funds, which can instantly blow up your exchange and trigger a massive tax bill. Whether you are a first-time flipper or looking to secure a "forever farm" legacy, you will learn the critical differences between long-term capital gains, short-term marginal rates, and how the step-up in basis can benefit your heirs. The conversation pulls back the curtain on the rigid timelines that govern these deals, including the 45-day identification window and the 180-day completion deadline. Joe reveals expert tips on the Three-Property Rule, why you must exchange for equal or greater value and equity, and how "mortgage boot" can lead to unexpected tax liabilities. We also tackle complex scenarios like reverse 1031 exchanges, carving out primary residences under Section 121, and navigating the "Ozarks Condo" trap. This series finale provides the ultimate masterclass in financial literacy for the modern hunter and land investor. 00:00:00 – Intro to the podcast 00:04:00 – What is a 1031 Exchange? Tax deferral vs. tax-free 00:07:15 – Long-Term vs. Short-Term: Understanding capital gains brackets 00:13:30 – The 12-Month Rule: Staying eligible for long-term treatment 00:15:30 – Value vs. Equity: The "Pickup Truck" debt analogy 00:18:55 – Mixed-Use Property: Carving out cabins and primary residences 00:25:20 – Don't Blow It! The danger of constructive receipt of proceeds 00:28:15 – The 45-Day Identification Window: Hard deadlines explained 00:30:50 – Identification Strategies : The Three-Property Rule vs. 200% Rule 00:36:10 – The Legacy Play: Automatic step-up in basis for heirs 00:52:15 – Reverse 1031 Exchanges: Buying before you sell 01:01:10 – Identifying without a contract: Risks and technicalities 01:04:10 – Understanding "Mortgage Boot" and taxable cash-out 01:10:45 – Pop Quiz : Key tax distinctions in land purchasing For more information on Buck Land Funding. Please contact Shawn Ryan (610) 909-9073 https://www.firstbankers.com/bucklandfunding Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc... Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein... Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1... Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho... Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati... Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW... For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

Timber Management is Key to Gain Big Bucks and Equity | 100% Wild Podcast Ep. 462 In Part Three of our special Cultivating Value series, powered by Buck Land Funding. Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik are joined by professional logger and Whitetail Edge founder Ben Rising to reveal how your property's timber acts as a "hidden bank account". This episode pulls back the curtain on the timber industry, explaining why Walnut is King and how to identify trees that can be worth upwards of $10,000. Ben explains the critical differences between stump bidding and percentage logging, providing expert advice on how landowners can ensure they aren't leaving money on the table when managing their woods. Whether you are a land flipper looking to offset your initial purchase or a long-term owner managing a legacy property, Ben's 25 years of experience provides the ultimate guide for turning standing timber into true land equity. The conversation moves from the wallet to the woods as Ben explains how strategic timber management creates what he calls "hotel rooms" for mature bucks. We dive into why summer logging with full foliage can provide instant bedding cover and nutritious browse that attracts deer immediately. From the debate over cedars as thermal cover to the best ways to vet a reputable logger, this episode is a masterclass in forestry for the modern hunter. Stick around until the very end for some legendary stories from Ben's past, including his history with bare-knuckle fighting and his professional take on the Bigfoot mystery. 00:00 - Intro to the podcast 03:55 – Harvesting vs. Holding: Timber as a Value-Added Asset 08:20– Chainsaw 101: Top Mistakes Weekend Warriors Make 12:15 – Stump Bidding vs. Percentage Logging: How Not to Get Ripped Off 21:28 – The Landowner's Perspective: To Harvest Now or Leave for the Next Guy? 30:20 – BMPs and Soil Management: Protecting Your Woods for the Long Term 35:10 – The $15,000 Tree: Understanding High-Value Walnut and Veneer 42:50 – Cedars & Thermal Cover: Are They Trash Trees or Bedding Gold? 46:50 - Timing the Harvest: Why Summer Logging Creates Instant Bedding 52:10 - Creating "Hotel Rooms": Strategic Timber Cuts for Mature Bucks 01:01:50 – The Bigfoot Debate: Does the Master Logger Believe the Legend? 01:09:35 – Bare-Knuckle Fighting: Stories from Ben Rising's Wild Past 01:15:40 – Setting Up Your First Property: Free Resources and Classic Series For more information on Buck Land Funding. Please contact Shawn Ryan (610) 909-9073 https://www.firstbankers.com/bucklandfunding Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

How to Increase Land Value Through Habitat Management | 100% Wild Podcast Ep. 461 In Part Two of our special Cultivating Value series, powered by Buck Land Funding, we move from the financial side of land ownership to the "boots on the ground" work that actually creates equity. Matt Drury and Tim Kjellesvik sit down with farm managers Wade Robinson and Forrest Bonin to discuss how strategic habitat improvements like prescribed burns and Timber Stand Improvement (TSI) can transform a standard property into a high-value hunting destination. The crew breaks down the "60/40 Rule" for safe fire management, the importance of timing burns to favor warm-season grasses over cool-season chokers, and how to use fire to eliminate invasive species like Ironwood and Cedar. The conversation then dives deep into the world of TSI, debating the merits of hinge cutting versus girdling or hack-and-squirt methods. You'll learn how to strategically allow sunlight to hit the forest floor, stimulating the native browse and thick bedding cover that holds mature bucks. Whether you are setting up a "forever farm" or looking for the best ROI on a land flip, these management secrets from the Drury Outdoors team provide the blueprint for maximizing both the habitat quality and the financial value of your property. 00:04:26 – The 60/40 Rule : Ideal humidity and temperature for prescribed burns. 00:06:40 – Establishing Burn Lines: Using brush hogs and tillers for safety. 00:08:00 – Head Fire vs. Back Burn : Controlling the speed and depth of your fire. 00:15:30 – Essential Gear: Drip torches, backpack blowers, and "flappers". 00:19:30 – Timber Burns: How to kill Ironwood and invasive brush without scarring oaks. 00:23:20 – Night Burning: Why high evening humidity makes fire easier to control. 00:32:00 – Timber Stand Improvement (TSI) : Eliminating less desirable species for sunlight. 00:36:20 – Hack-and-Squirt & Girdling: Killing trees without the mess of hinge cutting. 00:40:40 – The Hinge Cutting Debate: Instant cover vs. organized chaos. 00:45:30 – Access First : Why property layout dictates food plot and bedding placement. 00:50:30 – DeerCast Maps: Sharing map objects and managing permission levels. 00:57:40 – Logger "Impressions": Lessons learned from timber harvests and ruts. For more information on Buck Land Funding. Please contact Shawn Ryan (610) 909-9073 https://www.firstbankers.com/bucklandfunding Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc.. . Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de.. . Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein.. . Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1.. . Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho.. . Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati.. . Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW.. . For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv