Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast

Adam Miller and John Boersema
  • 4.8 (154)
  • Wilderness
  • Biweekly

Bowhunting and Archery talk from your average bowhunters with an above average passion for bowhunting and archery. Our podcasts will cover preparation for the season, planning your next hunt, successes and failures, and equipment talk.

  1. 3d ago

    ROAMing Around with Nate and Skeeter

    The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 424: ROAMing Around with Nate and Skeeter On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles Adam Nate and Skeeter discuss their seasons so far as well as a wild story of a 46.8-pound Michigan coyote charging to within yards, and the conversation turns to the hunting decisions that shape a successful deer season. Adam and Nate of the Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast sit down with Skeeter Beckman to talk nighttime coyote hunting, October whitetail movement, trail-camera patterns, hunting goals, and scouting unfamiliar ground ahead of the rut. Skeeter recounts an intense coyote hunt in a cut cornfield, using coyote howls and an aggressive fight sound to bring in a massive dog. The crew discusses the close-range encounter, follow-up calling techniques, and why changing sounds after a shot can bring other coyotes into the area. The conversation then shifts to whitetail deer hunting as warm temperatures, shifting winds, unusual thermals, and unpredictable deer activity challenge the hunters' plans. Adam, Nate, and Skeeter compare their approaches to mature bucks, scrape activity, passing deer, and deciding what success actually means. From Nate's pursuit of bucks over 150 inches to Skeeter's focus on memorable encounters and hunting experiences, they explore why every hunter's goals can look different. The crew also breaks down practical strategies for scouting out-of-state deer hunting properties, including digital maps, access points, terrain, oak cover, food and water sources, travel corridors, wind direction, and fresh sign. They discuss hunting cooler bottoms and thick cover during warm weather, validating map-based assumptions in the field, and knowing when to abandon an unproductive spot. Whether you're preparing for the Michigan rut, planning a Kansas whitetail trip, chasing coyotes, or trying to make better decisions in the deer woods, this episode offers practical hunting insight and honest conversations from the field. Topics include: Michigan coyote hunting, whitetail deer hunting, bowhunting strategies, deer scouting, out-of-state hunting, rut preparation, trail-camera patterns, mature buck management, scrape hunting, digital mapping, and adapting to changing weather and deer movement. Subscribe to the Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast for more bowhunting stories, whitetail tactics, scouting strategies, and conversations with hunters who put in the work. https://huntworthgear.com/ https://www.yellowstone.ai/  - CHRONICLES for 15% off https://www.paintedarrow.com - BHC15 for 15% off https://www.spartanforge.ai (https://www.spartanforge.ai/)  - save 25% with code bowhunter   https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com (https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/) s https://www.zingerfletches.com (https://www.zingerfletches.com/) https://www.bigshottargets.com (https://www.bigshottargets.com/)   https://genesis3dprinting.com (https://genesis3dprinting.com/) https://vitalizeseed.com (https://vitalizeseed.com/) http://bit.ly/BHCPatreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. Oct 21

    Captializing on the Rut - Paul Annear

    The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 423: Captializing on the Rut - Paul Annear Late October can be one of the best times to target mature whitetail bucks before the rut changes deer movement. In this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast, Adam talks with Paul Annear of Yellowstone AI about late-season scouting, hill-country deer hunting, trail camera strategy, access, and how to make the most of the pre-rut.Paul shares what he’s seeing on his Wisconsin property, including how heavy acorn crops affect deer movement and how bucks use ridges, saddles, bedding areas, and terrain. They discuss how to hunt thermals, choose better stand access, and use trail camera intel without making the mistake of chasing photos instead of hunting effectively.You’ll also hear how Paul approaches pre-rut, rut, and lockdown based on deer behavior—not just the calendar—and why late-October mornings may offer a valuable opportunity to hunt mature bucks while they’re still close to their core areas.Other topics include saddle hunting in steep terrain, balancing family life with out-of-state hunting, bowhunting ethics, shot distance, knowing your limits, and the impact of AI and social media on outdoor media. Paul also discusses Yellowstone AI’s hunter-focused approach, customer service, and lifetime warranty.Whether you’re planning a Wisconsin whitetail hunt, hunting hill country, or looking for practical ways to turn trail camera data into better decisions, this conversation offers timely deer hunting tips for the weeks before the rut.Topics covered: late-October deer hunting, whitetail pre-rut strategy, mature buck movement, hill-country hunting, trail camera tips, deer thermals, saddle hunting, rut hunting, bowhunting ethics, and Yellowstone AI.https://huntworthgear.com/ https://www.yellowstone.ai/  - CHRONICLES for 15% off https://www.paintedarrow.com - BHC15 for 15% off https://www.spartanforge.ai (https://www.spartanforge.ai/)  - save 25% with code bowhunter   https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com (https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/) s https://www.zingerfletches.com (https://www.zingerfletches.com/) https://www.bigshottargets.com (https://www.bigshottargets.com/)   https://genesis3dprinting.com (https://genesis3dprinting.com/) https://vitalizeseed.com (https://vitalizeseed.com/) http://bit.ly/BHCPatreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. Oct 14

    Patreon Deer Camp 2026

    The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 422: Patreon Deer Camp 2026 The best deer camp stories are about more than deer. Adam and Nate recap the Bowhunter Chronicles Patreon hunt, where tough weather, a widespread acorn crop, vehicle trouble, and unpredictable deer movement made for a challenging—but unforgettable—week in the woods.They discuss public-land deer hunting strategy, scouting and reading fresh sign, how acorns influenced deer movement, and what hunters learned from the season’s successes and tough sits. The conversation also covers a difficult liver-hit buck recovery, the value of experienced trackers, and why having a group of hunters to share knowledge can make all the difference.Plus, hear the stories that made camp: a three-and-a-half-mile scouting mission, dead batteries and flat tires, an almost-crossfire moment, and plenty of laughs around the fire. This episode is a celebration of deer camp, public-land hunting, hunting friendships, and the memories that matter beyond the harvest.If you enjoy whitetail deer hunting, public-land tactics, deer tracking, bowhunting stories, and the camaraderie of a real deer camp, this episode is for you.https://huntworthgear.com/ https://www.yellowstone.ai/  - CHRONICLES for 15% off https://www.paintedarrow.com - BHC15 for 15% off https://www.spartanforge.ai (https://www.spartanforge.ai/)  - save 25% with code bowhunter   https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com (https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/) s https://www.zingerfletches.com (https://www.zingerfletches.com/) https://www.bigshottargets.com (https://www.bigshottargets.com/)   https://genesis3dprinting.com (https://genesis3dprinting.com/) https://vitalizeseed.com (https://vitalizeseed.com/) http://bit.ly/BHCPatreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. Oct 7

    Experiences Over Inches: Why Does Mindset Change When Hunting with Kids

    The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 421: Experiences Over Inches: Why Does Mindset Change When Hunting with Kids A first deer with your kid in the tree changes everything. On this episode of the Bowhunter Chronicles guest  Brad Collings breaks down the hunt, the recovery, and the moment he had to decide whether the buck was worth shooting - or whether the real win was the experience with his nine-year-old son.What starts as a simple early season hunt turns into one of those evenings you never forget: a last-minute plan, a youth saddle setup, a new tree strategy, a confusing shot angle, and a blood trail that gets complicated fast. But the bigger story is what happens around the deer - a kid learning to hunt, a father trying to stay calm, and a family tracking the buck together with no cameras, no hype, and no room for ego.You'll discover: How Brad rigged a kid-sized TX5 Ute saddle, sticks, platform, and tether system for a nine-year-old Why he chose a safer, more forgiving tree setup instead of pushing deeper for a bigger deer What he looks for in a shot decision when the deer isn’t a giant How a blood trail changes when the hunter is colorblind and the tracker is nine years old Why the recovery turned into a full family effort with Brad's dad, brother, and son all involved Purchase Yellowstone trail cameras from anywhere at MSRP pricing. https://yellowstone.ai/products/y2-camera?Title=Default+Title Create your account under the Yellowstone Command Center app and add a credit card, (it won’t be charged) Before activating your data plan, you must fill out the referral form so the Yellowstone team can apply your free data credit. https://yellowstone.ai/friend USE CODE: BHC for the discount Download the Yellowstone Command Center app and activate your data plans before September 1, 2026. Enjoy FREE Annual Unlimited data for up to 4 cameras — a $129 value per camera! *You can purchase an unlimited amount of cameras, but free annual unlimited data can apply to a maximum of 4 cameras. *Yellowstone requires a credit card to be added to your Command Center app account before activating your free data plan(s). You won’t be charged for an entire year. After a year, the card on file will be charged based on whether you have active plans at that time. Brad also opens up about a major shift in his mindset. He talks honestly about anger, pressure, and how hunting used to feel like a personal mission at any cost - and why this season feels different. That change shows up everywhere in this conversation, from how he handles his family to how he judges a deer in the woods.This episode is about more than antlers. It’s about choosing the experience over the scorecard, learning to slow down, and realizing that a hunt can become unforgettable even when the buck is smaller than you expected. Essential listening if you care about saddle hunting, hunting with kids, or the part of deer season that has nothing to do with inches. https://huntworthgear.com/ https://www.yellowstone.ai/  - CHRONICLES for 15% off https://www.paintedarrow.com - BHC15 for 15% off https://www.spartanforge.ai (https://www.spartanforge.ai/)  - save 25% with code bowhunter   https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com (https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/) s https://www.zingerfletches.com (https://www.zingerfletches.com/) https://www.bigshottargets.com (https://www.bigshottargets.com/)   https://genesis3dprinting.com (https://genesis3dprinting.com/) https://vitalizeseed.com (https://vitalizeseed.com/) http://bit.ly/BHCPatreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. Sep 30

    Michigan Longbow Black Bear at 3 Yards

    The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 420: Michigan Longbow Black Bear at 3 Yards A bear at three yards. A traditional bow. One unforgettable hunt.Michigan DNR forester Tyler Ritchie recounts his close-range bear hunt, sharing the setup, the shot, and what came after—from tracking and blood trailing to hauling the bear out of a swamp. He also talks about why bear meat and bear fat deserve more appreciation, and how committing to traditional archery changed the way he approaches hunting.Then the conversation turns to deer hunting in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Tyler draws on his forestry work and time spent outdoors to explain how he reads terrain, timber, thick cover, travel corridors, and deer sign. He shares a grounded perspective on what affects deer populations, including harsh winters, habitat, roads, hunting pressure, and predators—and why no single factor tells the whole story.Whether you’re interested in bear hunting, traditional bowhunting, whitetail deer, or understanding Upper Peninsula habitat, this episode brings together a memorable hunt and practical, boots-on-the-ground insight. https://huntworthgear.com/ https://www.yellowstone.ai/  - CHRONICLES for 15% off https://www.paintedarrow.com - BHC15 for 15% off https://www.spartanforge.ai (https://www.spartanforge.ai/)  - save 25% with code bowhunter   https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com (https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/) s https://www.zingerfletches.com (https://www.zingerfletches.com/) https://www.bigshottargets.com (https://www.bigshottargets.com/)   https://genesis3dprinting.com (https://genesis3dprinting.com/) https://vitalizeseed.com (https://vitalizeseed.com/) http://bit.ly/BHCPatreon Purchase Yellowstone trail cameras from anywhere at MSRP pricing. https://yellowstone.ai/products/y2-camera?Title=Default+Title Create your account under the Yellowstone Command Center app and add a credit card, (it won’t be charged) Before activating your data plan, you must fill out the referral form so the Yellowstone team can apply your free data credit. https://yellowstone.ai/friend USE CODE: BHC for the discount Download the Yellowstone Command Center app and activate your data plans before September 1, 2026. Enjoy FREE Annual Unlimited data for up to 4 cameras — a $129 value per camera! *You can purchase an unlimited amount of cameras, but free annual unlimited data can apply to a maximum of 4 cameras. *Yellowstone requires a credit card to be added to your Command Center app account before activating your free data plan(s). You won’t be charged for an entire year. After a year, the card on file will be charged based on whether you have active plans at that time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. Sep 16

    Lessons Learned the Hard Way and Finding the “X” Early Season

    The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 419: Lessons Learned the Hard Way and Finding the “X” Early SeasonThe difference between a great youth hunt and a forgettable one comes down to one thing - what your kid learns when the deer doesn’t just walk in and cooperate. Nate Roosevelt and the Bowhunter Chronicles crew break down two very different youth-hunt experiences, plus the scouting day that revealed a fresh, huntable pocket of deer movement no map alone could expose.Nate shares what it’s like hunting with his son Henry as he works through the nerves, the missed opportunities, and the excitement of finally getting a bow in his hands during youth season. On the other side, the conversation tracks Stella’s hunt - a tougher, more chaotic lesson in patience, shot execution, and why the best lessons in hunting often come from the shots you don’t make.You’ll discover: why a 10-year-old deciding between a gun and a bow changes everything about a hunt how shooting distance, penetration, and confidence shape a kid’s first bow setup what happened when deer poured out of an inside corner and a perfect chance turned into a miss why the best hunts often end with a lesson, not a tag how a “no-service” scouting mission uncovered rubs, beds, scrapes, and a potential travel hub worth hunting hard Purchase Yellowstone trail cameras from anywhere at MSRP pricing. https://yellowstone.ai/products/y2-camera?Title=Default+Title Create your account under the Yellowstone Command Center app and add a credit card, (it won’t be charged) Before activating your data plan, you must fill out the referral form so the Yellowstone team can apply your free data credit. https://yellowstone.ai/friend USE CODE: BHC for the discount Download the Yellowstone Command Center app and activate your data plans before September 1, 2026. Enjoy FREE Annual Unlimited data for up to 4 cameras — a $129 value per camera! *You can purchase an unlimited amount of cameras, but free annual unlimited data can apply to a maximum of 4 cameras. *Yellowstone requires a credit card to be added to your Command Center app account before activating your free data plan(s). You won’t be charged for an entire year. After a year, the card on file will be charged based on whether you have active plans at that time. The guys also get into a bigger conversation about scouting style - reading terrain, finding the “X,” and why out-of-state mindset can sometimes be the better approach. If you’ve ever wondered when to trust fresh sign, when to keep moving, and how to keep a young hunter hooked even when the shot doesn’t connect, this one delivers.Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast host and Nate Roosevelt bring the full story from the woods, from the frustrations of poison ivy, bad wind, and awkward stand setups to the kind of moments kids remember forever. It’s a great listen for bowhunters, deer hunters, and any parent trying to build a real hunting journey instead of chasing instant results.If you like honest scouting talk, youth-hunt stories, and real-world deer hunting decisions under pressure, this episode is right in your lane.https://huntworthgear.com/ https://www.yellowstone.ai/  - CHRONICLES for 15% off https://www.paintedarrow.com - BHC15 for 15% off https://www.spartanforge.ai (https://www.spartanforge.ai/)  - save 25% with code bowhunter   https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com (https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/) s https://www.zingerfletches.com (https://www.zingerfletches.com/) https://www.bigshottargets.com (https://www.bigshottargets.com/)   https://genesis3dprinting.com (https://genesis3dprinting.com/) https://vitalizeseed.com (https://vitalizeseed.com/) http://bit.ly/BHCPatreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. Sep 9

    Talking Ticks with Travis Avery - Sawyer Outdoor Products

    The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 418: Talking Ticks with Travis Avery - Sawyer Outdoor Products Ticks are no longer a summer nuisance - they’re a real health threat in all 50 states, and this episode shows you exactly how to protect yourself before the bite happens. Travis Avery of Sawyer breaks down the surprising science behind repellents, the rise of tick-borne disease, and the simple steps hunters, hikers, and anyone who spends time outdoors should be taking right now.Travis shares how Sawyer grew from a family startup into a trusted name in outdoor protection, why the company is known for both insect repellent and water filtration, and how its products earned that reputation one category at a time. You’ll hear the origin story of the brand, including the early snake bite kit, the military roots of permethrin, and the company’s shift from bug spray to a broader outdoor safety mission.We break down the differences between DEET, picaridin, and permethrin, why certain formulas are gear-safe and family-safe, and how long-lasting treated clothing can protect you for six weeks or six washes. Travis also explains why ticks are spreading so fast, why Lyme disease is often misunderstood, and what to do the moment you find one on your body, including why you should take a photo, save it, and resist the urge to crush it immediately.You’ll also discover unexpected uses for permethrin that most outdoorspeople never think about, from treating a deer wrap or moving blanket after a hunt to keeping ticks from coming home with you after field dressing. Travis and Adam get into regional risk, Alpha Gal, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, the limits of freezing cold, and why education matters more than fear.Plus, the conversation goes beyond repellents. Travis shares how Sawyer’s water filters work, why hollow fiber membrane technology changed outdoor filtration, how the company has helped bring clean water to more than 30 million people worldwide, and why its products matter just as much in disaster relief and global aid as they do on a backpacking trip.Essential listening if you hunt, hike, fish, camp, or simply want to stay safer outdoors - because the best tick, as Travis puts it, is a dead tick.Travis Avery is with Sawyer, the outdoor protection company known for insect repellents, permethrin treatments, and water filtration products. He helps lead Sawyer’s education, product strategy, and global impact efforts, including clean water access and malaria reduction initiatives.https://huntworthgear.com/ https://www.yellowstone.ai/  - CHRONICLES for 15% off https://www.paintedarrow.com - BHC15 for 15% off https://www.spartanforge.ai (https://www.spartanforge.ai/)  - save 25% with code bowhunter   https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com (https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/) s https://www.zingerfletches.com (https://www.zingerfletches.com/) https://www.bigshottargets.com (https://www.bigshottargets.com/)   https://genesis3dprinting.com (https://genesis3dprinting.com/) https://vitalizeseed.com (https://vitalizeseed.com/) http://bit.ly/BHCPatreon Purchase Yellowstone trail cameras from anywhere at MSRP pricing. https://yellowstone.ai/products/y2-camera?Title=Default+Title Create your account under the Yellowstone Command Center app and add a credit card, (it won’t be charged) Before activating your data plan, you must fill out the referral form so the Yellowstone team can apply your free data credit. https://yellowstone.ai/friend USE CODE: BHC for the discount Download the Yellowstone Command Center app and activate your data plans before September 1, 2026. Enjoy FREE Annual Unlimited data for up to 4 cameras — a $129 value per camera! *You can purchase an unlimited amount of cameras, but free annual unlimited data can apply to a maximum of 4 cameras. *Yellowstone requires a credit card to be added to your Command Center app account before activating your free data plan(s). You won’t be charged for an entire year. After a year, the card on file will be charged based on whether you have active plans at that time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. Sep 2

    Early Season Success with DJ Riley

    The Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast - Episode 417: Trust the Terrain - Early Season Success with DJ Riley This week on the Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast Adam sits down with David Riley Jr on the Michigan buck that changed his playbook. The advice most hunters follow can cost them the buck. David breaks down the Michigan hunt that proved sometimes you need to trust terrain, access, and a single hot food source more than fresh sign or constant trail camera updates. If you’re trying to make better decisions before season - especially on pressured ground - this one is for you.David shares how a tiny under-50-acre parcel, a hidden 1.5-acre oak flat, and a brutally difficult access point turned into the perfect setup for an early-season giant. He explains why he stopped chasing camera “proof,” why he treated a home-state spot like an out-of-state hunt, and how one rare northeast wind gave him exactly one shot to get it done.You’ll discover: Why he only needed two trail camera encounters to commit to the spot How a mock scrape tight to bedding revealed the buck’s pattern The access route that made the difference between a kill and blowing the entire property up Why hard edges and terrain features mattered more than heavy sign How he adjusted after seeing deer flood the oak flat on October 1. Bowhunter Chronicles Podcast host Adam and David also dig into the emotional side of hunting as a dad, including how his family’s tracking crew is changing now that his oldest daughter is off to college. It’s a personal look at what happens when hunting, family, and big life transitions all collide in the same season.This episode is essential listening if you’ve ever stared at a piece of ground, felt like the sign was too thin, and wondered whether the setup was worth betting on. David’s story is a reminder that mature bucks don’t always leave the kind of evidence hunters want - but they do leave clues if you know how to read the ground.If you want a real-world lesson in reading terrain, trusting your instincts, and making the right move before the season window closes, hit play now. https://huntworthgear.com/ https://www.yellowstone.ai/  - CHRONICLES for 15% off https://www.paintedarrow.com - BHC15 for 15% off https://www.spartanforge.ai (https://www.spartanforge.ai/)  - save 25% with code bowhunter   https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com (https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/) https://www.zingerfletches.com (https://www.zingerfletches.com/) https://www.bigshottargets.com (https://www.bigshottargets.com/)   https://genesis3dprinting.com (https://genesis3dprinting.com/) https://vitalizeseed.com (https://vitalizeseed.com/) http://bit.ly/BHCPatreon Purchase Yellowstone trail cameras from anywhere at MSRP pricing. https://yellowstone.ai/products/y2-camera?Title=Default+Title Create your account under the Yellowstone Command Center app and add a credit card, (it won’t be charged) Before activating your data plan, you must fill out the referral form so the Yellowstone team can apply your free data credit. https://yellowstone.ai/friend USE CODE: BHC for the discount Download the Yellowstone Command Center app and activate your data plans before September 1, 2026. Enjoy FREE Annual Unlimited data for up to 4 cameras — a $129 value per camera! *You can purchase an unlimited amount of cameras, but free annual unlimited data can apply to a maximum of 4 cameras. *Yellowstone requires a credit card to be added to your Command Center app account before activating your free data plan(s). You won’t be charged for an entire year. After a year, the card on file will be charged based on whether you have active plans at that time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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