Tracks & Tackle: Nature is our Playground

Mentzer Outdoors
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Welcome to the Tracks & Tackle Podcast! 🎙️ Hosted by Ron Mentzer and Kris Buchman, the Tracks & Tackle Podcast brings you conversations from the guys at Mentzer Outdoors and 3B Outdoor Club. We’re a community of passionate outdoorsmen who love sharing stories, strategies, and the traditions that make hunting, fishing, and exploring the wild so special. From whitetail deer and duck hunting to chasing turkey and fishing alike, we celebrate the great outdoors and everything that comes with it. We’re more than a podcast — we’re your hunting camp away from camp. A place where camaraderie, storytelling, and the thrill of the chase come together. Together, Ron Mentzer and Kris Buchman founded the Tracks & Tackle Collaborative, a community of passionate outdoorsmen who share the mission to inspire everyone to Get Outdoors and keep the traditions alive. As part of Mentzer Outdoors and 3B Outdoor Club, we continue that same spirit. At Tracks & Tackle, we believe Nature is our Playground, and we’re here to explore it with you. Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or just starting your outdoor journey, you’ll find a home here.Tune in, connect with us, and join the Hunting Family! 🦌🎣🌲https://linktr.ee/MentzerOutdoors

  1. 1d ago

    Ep 133: The Ramblings of an Eagle: Late October Pre-Rut Hunting & Bow Season Reset

    Send us Fan Mail Heading to hunting camp in late October, Ron Mentzer hits record on the drive up. Mid archery season, the woods are waking up and the pre-rut is starting. In this episode: 🦌 Why the young bucks are starting to push does, and why the big boys are still a week or two out 🌲 Why Ron switches to all-day sits this time of year 👀 What to watch for: scrapes, rubs and shifting food sources 🏹 What makes bow season special, and the patience deer hunting takes 👨‍👦 A favorite camp memory of coaching his nephew through field dressing his buck 🐿️ How the weekend actually went: a full day in one tree and three squirrels Timestamps: 0:59 Welcome and recording from the road 3:06 Pre-rut and daylight movement 6:31 Scrapes, rubs and food sources 8:35 What makes bow season special 10:19 Hunting memories 14:02 How the weekend went Enjoy the episode? Like, subscribe and tell a friend. Welcome to Tracks and Tackle, where nature is your playground. Get outdoors. Support the Show: Tracks & Tackle Supply https://tracksandtackle.com/   @TIDEWE   MO18 https://tidewe.biz/MentzerOutdoors  @LurenetFishing   PROMO 3Boc10 https://www.lurenet.com/ Follow our Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracksandtackle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554959141695 X: @ron_mentzer Support the show Merchandise YouTube: @tracksandtackle  @mentzeroutdoors Email: mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com Rumble:  @MentzerOutdoors Instagram: @MentzerOutdoors @TracksandTackle

  2. Oct 27

    Episode 132: 3B Takeover

    Send us Fan Mail The 3B crew is taking over! Kris, Lee and Josh get together in mid-October to talk season prep, from muzzleloader and duck season to the rut that's almost here. In this episode: 🦆 What we're doing to get ready for muzzleloader and duck season 🦌 JB's hits the Field Report of the latest kills from friends in the T&T Collaborative 🏹 Lee's story of his son Easton putting his first archery deer on the ground 📷 Trail camera activity, scrapes and rubs, and the early signs of the rut 🌡️ Why wonky hunting-season weather has us hoping for a cold fall 🥩 Check stations, the butcher shop, and the traditions of showing off your deer Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 2:09 JB's Field Report 4:15 Easton's first archery deer 12:33 Rut watch and trail cameras 14:35 Weather talk 15:37 Butchering deer and hunting traditions 19:19 Wrap-up  @TracksandTackle  @MentzerOutdoors Support the Show: Tracks & Tackle Supply https://tracksandtackle.com/    @TIDEWE     Promo MO18 https://tidewe.biz/MentzerOutdoors    @LurenetFishing    Promo 3Boc10 https://www.lurenet.com/ Follow our Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracksandtackle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554959141695 X: @ron_mentzer Enjoy the episode? Like, subscribe, and tell us what you think in the comments. Check out the shop at tracksandtackle.com, and start your Christmas shopping early. Nature is your playground. Get outdoors. Support the show Merchandise YouTube: @tracksandtackle  @mentzeroutdoors Email: mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com Rumble:  @MentzerOutdoors Instagram: @MentzerOutdoors @TracksandTackle

  3. Oct 13

    The Community Scrape Episode 3: Sunday Hunting

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, the panel discusses the implications of Sunday hunting in Pennsylvania, exploring management, opportunity, and potential impacts on wildlife and hunters. They share insights on season length, resource management, and the future of hunting regulations.  Support the show Merchandise YouTube: @tracksandtackle  @mentzeroutdoors Email: mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com Rumble:  @MentzerOutdoors Instagram: @MentzerOutdoors @TracksandTackle

  4. Oct 6

    Tracks & Tackle Episode Ep 131: Public Land Playbook

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Nate and Silas share their insights on hunting public land, focusing on scouting, food sources, terrain features, and seasonal strategies to consistently find and harvest deer. Welcome to the Tracks & Tackle Podcast! 🎙️ We’re a community of passionate outdoorsmen who love sharing stories, strategies, and the traditions that make hunting, fishing, and exploring the wild so special. From whitetail deer and duck hunting to chasing turkey and fishing alike, we celebrate the great outdoors and everything that comes with it. We’re more than a podcast — we’re your hunting camp away from camp. A place where camaraderie, storytelling, and the thrill of the chase come together. At Tracks & Tackle, we believe Nature is our Playground, and we’re here to explore it with you. Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or just starting your outdoor journey, you’ll find a home here. Tune in, connect with us, and join the Hunting Family! 🦌🎣🌲  @MentzerOutdoors  @TracksandTackle   Support the Show: Tracks & Tackle Supply https://tracksandtackle.com/ @TIDEWE Promo MO18 https://tidewe.biz/MentzerOutdoors @LurenetFishing Promo 3Boc10 https://www.lurenet.com/ Follow our Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracksandtackle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554959141695 X: @ron_mentzer Support the show Merchandise YouTube: @tracksandtackle  @mentzeroutdoors Email: mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com Rumble:  @MentzerOutdoors Instagram: @MentzerOutdoors @TracksandTackle

  5. Sep 22

    The Community Scrape Episode 2: Hunting with Tech

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode we discuss the evolving role of trail cameras in hunting, the ethics involved, and the impact of technology on fair chase principles. We share personal stories, insights on regulations, and debate the future of hunting technology. In this episode, the panel shares humorous and insightful trail camera stories, discusses the impact of technology on hunting, and explores the importance of traditional skills and challenges in the field. Support the Show: Tracks & Tackle Supply https://tracksandtackle.com/  @TIDEWE    Promo MO18 https://tidewe.biz/MentzerOutdoors  @LurenetFishing   Promo 3Boc10 https://www.lurenet.com/ Follow our Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracksandtackle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554959141695 X: @ron_mentzer Support the show Merchandise YouTube: @tracksandtackle  @mentzeroutdoors Email: mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com Rumble:  @MentzerOutdoors Instagram: @MentzerOutdoors @TracksandTackle

  6. Sep 15

    Tracks & Tackle Episode 130 Pattern Pros

    Send us Fan Mail Ryan Burnett shares the story behind Pattern Pros, a company revolutionizing hunting with innovative shotgun shell patterning and testing solutions. Discover how patterning your gun can improve success, reduce waste, and help conserve wildlife by minimizing crippled ducks. Learn More at https://www.patternprosusa.com/   Promo Code: TRACKS10  @PatternPros1775  @TracksandTackle  @MentzerOutdoors  @TheCookBuch Support the Show: Tracks & Tackle Supply https://tracksandtackle.com/  @TIDEWE    Promo MO18 https://tidewe.biz/MentzerOutdoors  @LurenetFishing   Promo 3Boc10 https://www.lurenet.com/ Follow our Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracksandtackle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554959141695 X: @ron_mentzer Support the show Merchandise YouTube: @tracksandtackle  @mentzeroutdoors Email: mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com Rumble:  @MentzerOutdoors Instagram: @MentzerOutdoors @TracksandTackle

  7. Sep 8

    Tracks & Tackle episode 129 Bow Freakz with Dan & Derek

    Send us Fan Mail This week Kris takes the microphone and hosts  @Masondixonadventures and Derek McMaster in a bow hunting fireside chat. key  topics What got Dan and Derek hooked on bow hunting Training routines and practice distances Gear setups and equipment choices Handling challenges like blood tracking and color blindness Building camaraderie and brotherhood in hunting Preparing for competitions and tournaments Storytelling: Dream hunts and memorable moments Advice for new bow hunters and beginners  @TracksandTackle  @MentzerOutdoors  @TheCookBuch Support the Show: Tracks & Tackle Supply https://tracksandtackle.com/  @TIDEWE Promo MO18 https://tidewe.biz/MentzerOutdoors  @LurenetFishing Promo 3Boc10 https://www.lurenet.com/ Follow our Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracksandtackle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554959141695 X: @ron_mentzer Support the show Merchandise YouTube: @tracksandtackle  @mentzeroutdoors Email: mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com Rumble:  @MentzerOutdoors Instagram: @MentzerOutdoors @TracksandTackle

  8. Aug 25

    The Community Scrape Episode 1

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the Community Scrape, a segment of the  @TracksandTackle Podcast. In this episode, the panel discusses the recent Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling on warrantless searches on private land, exploring both sides of the debate and its implications for hunters and law enforcement. Support the Show: Tracks & Tackle Supply https://tracksandtackle.com/ @TideWe  Promo MO18 https://tidewe.biz/MentzerOutdoors @LurenetFishing  Promo 3Boc10 https://www.lurenet.com/ Follow our Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracksandtackle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554959141695 X: @ron_mentzer Support the show Merchandise YouTube: @tracksandtackle  @mentzeroutdoors Email: mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com Rumble:  @MentzerOutdoors Instagram: @MentzerOutdoors @TracksandTackle

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Welcome to the Tracks & Tackle Podcast! 🎙️ Hosted by Ron Mentzer and Kris Buchman, the Tracks & Tackle Podcast brings you conversations from the guys at Mentzer Outdoors and 3B Outdoor Club. We’re a community of passionate outdoorsmen who love sharing stories, strategies, and the traditions that make hunting, fishing, and exploring the wild so special. From whitetail deer and duck hunting to chasing turkey and fishing alike, we celebrate the great outdoors and everything that comes with it. We’re more than a podcast — we’re your hunting camp away from camp. A place where camaraderie, storytelling, and the thrill of the chase come together. Together, Ron Mentzer and Kris Buchman founded the Tracks & Tackle Collaborative, a community of passionate outdoorsmen who share the mission to inspire everyone to Get Outdoors and keep the traditions alive. As part of Mentzer Outdoors and 3B Outdoor Club, we continue that same spirit. At Tracks & Tackle, we believe Nature is our Playground, and we’re here to explore it with you. Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or just starting your outdoor journey, you’ll find a home here.Tune in, connect with us, and join the Hunting Family! 🦌🎣🌲https://linktr.ee/MentzerOutdoors

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