The Hunter Apprentice

#26 T.J. Schwanky - A Pioneer in Hunting Television

Mike is joined by Muc Simons and special guest T.J. Schwanky on this episode of the Hunter Apprentice.  T.J., Mike and Muc talk about how the hunting television industry has changed over the years, some highlight hunts and changes that T.J. has gone through, and whether or not we would take new hunters into our hunting hot spots.  This is a great episodes full of some laughs, stories and discussion around how the hunting industry has changes and possibly where it's heading.  So tune in, crank the volume and enjoy this episode!
 
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#25 Royd Lusk - Taxidermy and Whitetail Hype

On this episode, Mike sits down with friend and taxidermist Royd Lusk to talk about the ins and outs of taxidermy, what it takes to get into it, how long he's been doing taxidermy, things he has learned along the way and sharing a stories and few laughs.  Royd's knowledge of taxidermy and hunting makes this an episode relatable to all hunters and what they need to do out in the field to make sure their trophy of a lifetime is well preserved and gives the cape the best chance possible to be turned into a conversation piece for decades to come!
 
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#24 - Ducks, Skyscrapers, and Prize Wheels

Mike is joined by Muc Simons and Landen Fidek from Saskatchewan to debrief on Mike's latest hunt to Vancouver on the Canadian west coast for late season waterfowl.  Mike, with friend and DUC staff Zane Zondervan and Zane's father tried their hand at sea duck on the open ocean, puddle ducks on the delta and fought the marshy tides all with the infamous Vancouver skyscraper skyline in the background! On this podcast, Mike adds in a little bit of flare by adding a cool new segment to the show, you'll have to tune in to find out what it's all about! And finally Muc talks about his latest archery struggle; target panic.  At some point all archers to fall to this unfortunate mental block, and we discuss some ways to help conquer the nasty habit.  As always hit that follow button and thanks for tuning in!
 
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23 - Let’s Talk Waterfowl!

Mike, Muc and honorary guest Brian catch up on the latest in how their season is going and then dive into talking everything waterfowl.  We have been learning A TON of waterfowl hunting strategies and having some good success.  So if you are interested about waterfowl hunting or have already fallen in love with it, this one is for you! From blinds to decoys and shot shells to shotguns, this covers it!

22 - That’s Just Real Hunting

Hunting season is right around the corner and Mike is joined by guests Leigh and Mark from Tooth of the Arrow broadheads to talk shop with arrow and broadhead tuning, broadhead design, and arrow flight.  The guys then get into the nitty gritty of bow hunting and challenges they've faced in the field.  Listeners will get some great insight on this one! We are all human, make mistakes and learn from them to become better hunters and advocates in this amazing world of hunting. Also use PURSUETHEHUNT10 for 10% OFF at checkout at https://www.toothofthearrowbroadheads.com/
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21 - Comin’ Out Heavy

Mike sits down with his good friend Jaret to debrief their early season Rocky Mountain Goat hunt.  Mother nature threw everything at them and yet, when the stars align, good things happen.  They talk about their pre season preparations, filming challenges, weather challenges, pack weight challenges and more! This is a jammed pack episodes of learn lessons and also how some previous experience paid dividends to the trips' success!  You don't want to miss out!

20 - Everything Arrows, Tuning, and Bowhunting with Kill’n Stix’s Jason Acorn and Calvin Buckler

Join Mike and guests Jason Acorn and Calvin Buckler, from arrow company Kill'n Stix, as they chat about everything arrows!  We chat tuning, shaft size and spine in regard to hunting application, broadhead choices, and hunting show shenanigans.  Tune in, hit that follow button and enjoy our content! 

19 - Monster Bear and Short Supplies

Mike, Jeremy and Muc get into to it and waste no time catching up on Muc's spring bear hunt of a lifetime! With wind and weather against him, Muc managed to pull off harvesting the black bear of everyone's dreams, and one of the largest of all time, that Muc has been hunting for the last 4 years!  Tune in and listen to how it all went down!  Then we get into LEH draw results, some BC Reg changes and a more finalize fall hunt schedule outlook for the show!  Enjoy!