The First Gen Hunter Podcast

Ep. 21 Small Property Deer Hunting with Land Management Professional Chase Burns

This episode is for the common man. Most folks don't have access to huge swaths of private ground to hunt. Instead many hunters own properties that are under 100 acres, but that doesn't mean it can't be an excellent place to take down a mature deer. Chase Burns is a Land Manager who is a master of maximizing small properties for deer hunting. Listen in to pick up excellent tips on purchasing small hunting properties, land management misconceptions, small property hunting strategy and so much more.
 
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Ep. 20 - Moose Sized Task- An Interview with Joe Shead on His DIY Solo Alaskan Moose Hunt

The most important step in fulfilling a dream is to just go and do it. That's what Joe Shead did when he decided to capitalize on an opportunity to purchase a bull moose tag in Alaska. The story is excellent and there are plenty of great hunting tips embedded along the way. Tune in and learn the value of grabbing life by the antlers.
 
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Ep. 19 Pheasants, Quail and Alternative Biofuels- A Closer Look at Upland Populations with Wildlife Biologist Todd Bogenschutz

We have a country full of game, and much of that can be credited to our great wildlife biologists all across the continent. In this interview Brandon and I get to speak with Upland Wildlife Biologist- Mr. Todd Bogenschutz from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Todd explains the history of many upland species in the midwest, and then provides an update on how their populations are faring today by providing an explanation of the Iowa 2020 Roadside Survey results. Todd also explains how hunters and landowners can maximize their hunting habitats for more birds, and what it would take for our country to return to the glory days of these species on the midwestern landscape. 

Ep. 18 Nonresident Tag Applications and Acquisitions with Alex Gruin

We all have a dream hunt and there is so much work that goes into making that happen. Possibly the most confusing aspect is "getting the tags" from each state we plan to hunt. There are so many different rules and methods for attaining nonresident tags that many of us just give up on the dream altogether. Thankfully guys like my friend Alex know the ins and outs of all of this and can help us navigate these tricky steps of preparation and make our dreams a reality.
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https://www.instagram.com/east2westhunts/

Ep. 17 Planning A DIY, Public Land Colorado Elk Trip with Fly True Productions Part 1

One of the best parts of planning a big hunting trip is the excitement leading up to it. In part 1 of Erek Akre and Ben Anderson of Fly True Productions'  DIY elk trip interview, you will get to vicariously enjoy that feeling. Erek and Ben have addressed all of the considerations that must go into planning a trip of this magnitude and they generously share all they have learned along the way leading up to this trip of a lifetime!
 
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Ep. 16 Finding and Hunting Mature Bucks with Cole Young

Deer hunting is tough because the quarry we chase is the ultimate survivor. Taking deer hunting to its highest level means targeting the oldest bucks around. Cole Young knows exactly how to get that done, and he does it year after year. This interview is a great one for both new and seasoned hunters as the information Cole provides will help all of us find more deer of all age classes, more often. Furthermore this info will help us climb to the next level of deer hunting when we are ready to go there. Tune in and grow as a hunter!

Ep. 15 Whitetail Rut Tactics with Garrett Feik

Cool off the late summer weather by joining the conservation with longtime bow hunter Garrett Feik on how to approach the best days of the rut. Garrett shares his years of experience and personal stories to explain how he has found success hunting the rut. This episode is fun to listen to, and will give you a better chance at notching your tag during the upcoming rut.

Ep. 14 River Island Bucks- A Hunting Strategy Interview with Jeremiah Haas

My younger brother Jake likes to say his favorite part of hunting is the element of adventure. This interview will stoke up your inner Huckleberry Finn as Environmental Chemist Jeremiah Haas educates us on hunting whitetail deer on Mississippi River islands. Jeremiah does such a great job explaining how to hunt these islands that at the end of the interview I am confident most hunters will feel it is something attainable for them in the very near future. Tune in and let your adventurous imagination run wild!

Ep. 13 Early Season Whitetail Tactics with Noel Gandy

How much should I hunt in October? Should I hunt opening day? Should I hunt mornings in October? What about the October Lull? If you want an expert opinion on all of these early season questions you need to tune into this episode with early season whitetail specialist, Noel Gandy. Noel has made a name for himself with harvesting great bucks in the early season, and he shares his approach that will make you even more excited for October to arrive!
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Ep. 12 Forgotten Game Species

Brandon and I love deer hunting more than any other outdoor activity, but not by a big enough margin to make the other species we hunt obsolete. Although small game species often take a back seat to the more popular species such as deer, turkeys, waterfowl, and upland birds, they are often the first species most hunters get their earliest hunting experiences with, and they also kickoff the fall hunting season in most states. Brandon and I look to pay homage to these forgotten game species as we talk about tactics, tales and ambitions for the upcoming small game seasons. Tune in and pick up a lot of great hunting tips while helping us celebrate the forgotten game of North America!