Habitat Podcast

Jared Van Hees
Habitat Podcast Podcast

The Habitat Podcast is a podcast for land and wildlife habitat managers, and for hunters who learn and utilize different types of habitat in their hunting strategy. We interview hunters and habitat managers from across the country, picking their brain to learn their success's and failures. We are different in the fact that we are not the experts. This podcast is for us and the listeners to learn a thing or two, from the experts we analyze.

  1. 296: Kevin Leach: An in depth guide to hunting swamps, new Latitude gear for 2024, and the announcement of the Habitat Podcast giveaway!

    SEP 20

    296: Kevin Leach: An in depth guide to hunting swamps, new Latitude gear for 2024, and the announcement of the Habitat Podcast giveaway!

    Habitat Podcast #296 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Kevin Leach of Latitude Outdoors. Today's episode is going to be all about mobile hunting. We discuss: September hunting prep Swamps vs. hill country hunting New latitude platforms and backpacks New bow hanger design Morning vs. Evening setups Stealth tactics for swamp hunting Picking the right tree in the swamp Impact of habitat elements on deer behavior Which swamp trail should you hunt First edge vs second edge And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ info@habitatpodcast.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10 Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10 Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25 Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – info@habitatpodcast.com Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg Email us: info@habitatpodcast.com habitat management / deer habitat / food plots / hinge cut / food plot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 29m
  2. SEP 13

    295: How to improve your swamp habitat, getting literally chased out of your property by the neighbors dogs, and the top things handicapping your property with Jake Bollinger

    Habitat Podcast #295 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Andy from the.deercamp.podcast and my good friend Jake Bollinger. Today we cover a litany of different things but we mainly focus on swamp habitat improvement and bad neighbors. We discuss: Planting Red Osier for deer Stand placement in the swamp Crafting corridors with dogwood Choosing the best cover for deer Ideal tree variety for swampy areas Strategic access routes Impact of Homegrown Habitat Changes Transforming ag land into deer cover Planning for family-friendly hunts Favorite trees aren't always the obvious choice Getting literally chased on your farm by a pack of neighboring dogs Dealing with bad neighbors And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ info@habitatpodcast.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10 Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10 Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25 Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – info@habitatpodcast.com Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg Email us: info@habitatpodcast.com habitat management / deer habitat / food plots / hinge cut / food plot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 31m
  3. SEP 6

    294: Keeping fall food plots going during the worst drought in 100 years: Combating drought conditions with fall food plots and Vitalize's new clover, oats, and chickory mix with Al Tomechko

    Habitat Podcast #294 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back with a shorter episode talking with Al Tomechko of Vitalize Seed. Al and I get into what he's doing in Ohio right now with his fall food plots to help them make it through to the fall during one of the worst droughts on record for the Ohio River Valley region. We discuss: The worst drought in a century Livestock sales due to hay scarcity No-till drill benefits during a drought Diverse planting strategies for droughts The importance of soil health during extreme conditions Late planting still offers hope The new Vitalize clover, oat, and chicory mix Armyworm threat in the south looms And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ info@habitatpodcast.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10 Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10 Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25 Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – info@habitatpodcast.com Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg Email us: info@habitatpodcast.com habitat management / deer habitat / food plots / hinge cut / food plot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    34 min
  4. AUG 30

    293: The Small Parcel Series: Holding mountain bucks on 10 acres in Pennsylvania with David Hoy

    Habitat Podcast #293 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back with a mini-series on something that doesn't get talked about as much as it should. We are going to be bringing you "The Small Parcel Series" over the next few weeks, deep-diving into habitat management on small pieces of property. On this episode, we sit down with former land plan client David Hoy to talk about his 10-acre piece in Pennsylvania. We discuss: Harnessing small acres for big deer Meticulous scent control in blinds DIY habitat improvements on a budget TSI on a small farm TSI to control deer movement The role of a boomerang-shaped food plot Mobile hunting strategies on a small parcel Screen strategies for optimal hunting setups Introducing soft mass trees to attract deer Balancing deer populations with targeted hunting Building a 'doe trap' for effective herd balance And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ info@habitatpodcast.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10 Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10 Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25 Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – info@habitatpodcast.com Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg Email us: info@habitatpodcast.com habitat management / deer habitat / food plots / hinge cut / food plot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    56 min
  5. AUG 23

    #292: Chasing an Illinois giant! Bonus episode from the.deercamp.podcast with Matt Lehr

    Habitat Podcast #292 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back with another bonus episode with my good friend Andy over at the.deercamp.podcast. He sits down with Matt Lehr to talk about chasing an Illinois giant. We discuss: The origins of The Mobile Hunter's Dojo The joy in building a hunting community Creating platforms for hunters to connect and learn Hunting solo versus the deer camp experience The importance of deer camp camaraderie  A rollercoaster season across states Chasing an Illinois Giant A meticulous plan to hunt a specific buck Embracing the hunting journey An evolved perspective on success The evolving focus on mentorship And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ info@habitatpodcast.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10 Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10 Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25 Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – info@habitatpodcast.com Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg Email us: info@habitatpodcast.com habitat management / deer habitat / food plots / hinge cut / food plot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    49 min
  6. AUG 23

    291: Deer season is almost here! The top things I need to check off my pre-season checklist

    Habitat Podcast #291 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio doing my end-of-summer update on all of the happenings with the numerous habitat projects I have going on and my pre-season checklist. We discuss: Late August means bow season prep Food plots are growing, bucks are browsing Prepping food plots against a dry spell EHD concerns Logging projects wrapping up How logging transformed my property The importance of fall tree planting Strategic trail camera placement Shoot your bow as much as you can Plans for hunting in Ohio And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ info@habitatpodcast.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10 Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10 Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25 Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – info@habitatpodcast.com Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg Email us: info@habitatpodcast.com habitat management / deer habitat / food plots / hinge cut / food plot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    37 min
  7. #290: The top LAST-MINUTE things you FORGOT to do before hunting season! with Brian Halbleib and Cory Franceus

    AUG 16

    #290: The top LAST-MINUTE things you FORGOT to do before hunting season! with Brian Halbleib and Cory Franceus

    Habitat Podcast #290 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with repeat offenders Brian Halbleib and Cory Franceus talking about the top things you forgot to do before hunting season. We discuss: A Fraudulent Real Estate Listing Scam The importance of building positive relationships with neighbors The challenges of dealing with bad neighbors Tackling last-minute habitat tasks before hunting season Maintaining and revitalizing clover plots Using clethodim for weed control The importance of fall seeding The benefits of using a blend of oats and clover Last-minute preparations for food plots The effectiveness of planting quick-growing grains The benefits of adding rubbing posts in food plots Strategic placement and maintenance of trail cameras CHECK YOUR TREESTAND CABLES AND STRAPS!!! The necessity of regular maintenance and safety checks Solutions for managing overgrown mature Miscanthus And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ info@habitatpodcast.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10 Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10 Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25 Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – info@habitatpodcast.com Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg Email us: info@habitatpodcast.com habitat management / deer habitat / food plots / hinge cut / food plot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 14m
  8. AUG 9

    289: 5 things you can do today to build equity on your land! Allen Messing of Midwest Lifestyle Properties

    Habitat Podcast #289 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Allen messing. Allen is a rep for one of our partners Midwest Lifestyle Properties and also manages several properties for clients. We discuss: Enhancing land value with timber Importance of strategic road systems Profitable land flipping techniques How to choose & work with loggers Ways to boost land value & equity The significance of gates on your property Realtor-client relationship importance And So Much More! PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ info@habitatpodcast.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10 Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10 Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25 Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – info@habitatpodcast.com Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg Email us: info@habitatpodcast.com habitat management / deer habitat / food plots / hinge cut / food plot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    57 min
4.9
out of 5
531 Ratings

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The Habitat Podcast is a podcast for land and wildlife habitat managers, and for hunters who learn and utilize different types of habitat in their hunting strategy. We interview hunters and habitat managers from across the country, picking their brain to learn their success's and failures. We are different in the fact that we are not the experts. This podcast is for us and the listeners to learn a thing or two, from the experts we analyze.

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