Down The Barrel With Jimmy, Deano, and Jared

Jimmy & Deano and Jared
  • 5.0 (2)
  • Wilderness
  • Semiweekly

"Down The Barrel" is your go-to podcast for everything related to hunting, trapping, firearms, and outdoor adventures in Minnesota. Join us as we explore the wilderness with insights from local companies and feature exciting celebrity guests who share their love for the great outdoors—hosted by Jimmy, Deano and Jared.

  1. 1d ago

    The Great Tony Returns: Red Stags, RotoTillers & Running with Bulls

    The Great Tony is back! Tony from Minnesota Safari Club International (SCI) joins Jimmy, Deano, and Jared for another episode of *Down the Barrel*, and this one goes from Minnesota deer stands to the hills of Portugal—with plenty of questionable advice along the way. Tony shares stories from his latest bowhunting adventure in Portugal, where he pursued Iberian red stag and wild boar, battled the heat, and somehow ended up running with bulls. He also previews his next adventure chasing Coues deer and javelina in Mexico. Apparently, Minnesota just isn't big enough for Tony anymore. Back home, the competition is heating up in the Minnesota Bowhunters Challenge. Tony's Roto Tillers are hot on the heels of the Down the Barrel crew, and the trash talk is flying almost as fast as Jimmy changes broadheads. But it's not all hunting stories and friendly insults. The guys also discuss introducing youth, women, and veterans to hunting, the importance of conservation, wolf management advocacy, and what's coming up at the Minnesota SCI Expo. **Big adventures, bigger laughs, and four guys who can turn just about any hunting story into an argument.**

    The Great Tony Returns: Red Stags, RotoTillers & Running with Bulls

  2. Oct 22

    Youth Season, Bears & Jerky!

    Minnesota's hunting seasons are heating up, and Jimmy, Deano, and Jared are back for another episode of Down The Barrel! This week, the guys recap Minnesota's 2026 Youth Firearms Deer Season, sharing stories from the woods and celebrating the impressive bucks harvested by young hunters across the state. They also dive into one of Minnesota's most successful bear seasons in history, with preliminary harvest numbers topping 4,100 bears and plenty of discussion about increasing bear activity and predators in the deer woods. Deano brings in a batch of homemade venison jerky for the guys to sample, sparking some good laughs and conversation about making your own wild game snacks. Also in this episode: 🦌 Youth deer season results and memorable first hunts 🐻 Minnesota's record-setting bear harvest numbers 🏹 Upcoming veteran hunts with Roger Up and the Minnesota Bowhunters Challenge 🍖 Homemade venison jerky and wild game preparation 📱 Minnesota's new electronic hunting license and deer registration system 🦌 Getting ready for the November 7 firearms deer opener 🌲 MDHA's Hides For Habitat program and supporting local conservation 🐺 Wolves, cougars, and the latest wildlife research in Minnesota From hunting stories and wildlife management to deer camp traditions and a few laughs along the way, Episode #114 covers a little bit of everything as Minnesota hunters prepare for firearms season.

    Youth Season, Bears & Jerky!

  3. Oct 10

    Tailgate Wood Duck & Pour Decisions

    This week on Down The Barrel, Jimmy, Deano, and Jared are trying something new — and it involves wild game, whiskey, and plenty of questionable decisions! After a slow weekend of Minnesota duck hunting, Jared fires up a Coleman grill on the tailgate of Dean's truck and prepares a fresh wood duck breast with rosemary butter. The guys put his cooking skills to the test, sample a little duck heart, and debate whether wood duck might actually be better than grouse. Then it's time to introduce Pour Decisions Down The Barrel, a brand-new whiskey-tasting segment where three everyday outdoorsmen sample and review different whiskeys with absolutely no claim of being experts. First up is a 10-year-old, triple-barrel Canadian whiskey. Will it earn a thumbs-up or go down as another Pour decision? The guys also share stories from the duck blind, discuss unreliable shotguns and foggy canoe adventures, and check in on the Minnesota Bowhunters Challenge. Good hunting, good food, good whiskey, and even better laughs. It's another episode of Down The Barrel!

    Tailgate Wood Duck & Pour Decisions

  4. Oct 1

    Finding Purpose Through the Outdoors with Jake Ulm | Hometown Heroes Outdoors

    In this episode of **Down the Barrel**, Jimmy, Deano and Jared sit down with **Jake Ulm, Minnesota Event Coordinator for Hometown Heroes Outdoors**, to talk about the powerful role the outdoors can play in bringing veterans and first responders together. Jake shares his own story—from serving in the U.S. Navy and struggling with PTSD and depression after his service, to a life-changing muskie fishing trip that inspired him to get involved with Hometown Heroes Outdoors. Today, he helps organize hunting, fishing and outdoor adventures that give veterans and first responders a chance to get outside, build friendships and simply spend time with people who understand. The conversation covers everything from grouse hunting and muskie fishing to veteran mental health, camaraderie, transitioning back to civilian life, and why a successful outdoor adventure is about much more than filling a tag or catching a trophy. Jake also explains how veterans and first responders can participate, how businesses and individuals can support the organization, and why you don't have to be struggling to get involved. It's a conversation about **hunting, fishing, service, friendship and finding purpose through the outdoors.**

    Finding Purpose Through the Outdoors with Jake Ulm | Hometown Heroes Outdoors

  5. Sep 25

    Let’s talk Minnesota black bear hunting with Joe Cannella.

    Joe Cannella joins Jimmy, Deano and Jared on Down The Barrel to talk about his successful 2026 bear season and how much bear hunting has changed over the years. We get into growing bear numbers, baiting and trail cameras, Minnesota’s bear lottery system, harvest success, nuisance bears, the possibility of a spring bear season, and whether changes are needed in how Minnesota manages its black bear population. Joe also shares practical advice on shot placement, tracking, meat care, quartering a bear, rendering bear fat, and making the most of your harvest. Plus, plenty of bear hunting stories, laughs and opinions along the way.

    Let’s talk Minnesota black bear hunting with Joe Cannella.

  6. Sep 13

    Wolf Delisting Is Back: Will Minnesota Hunt Wolves Again?

    Federal wolf delisting is back on the table — but what would it actually take for Minnesota to hold another regulated wolf hunting and trapping season? In this episode of Down the Barrel, Jimmy and Deano break down the renewed federal push toward gray wolf delisting, Minnesota’s existing wolf management framework, population estimates, and why the growing range of wolves across the state matters. They also discuss Wolf.Report, how hunters and trail-camera owners are helping document wolf sightings beyond Minnesota’s historic wolf range, and why MDHA is asking hunters to sign its wolf management petition. Then we switch gears to the Minnesota Bowhunters Challenge — the new squad-based bowhunting league where hunters earn points for legal harvests, complete optional special missions, climb the leaderboard, and compete for cash, prizes and bragging rights. In this episode: wolf delisting, Minnesota wolf management, Wolf.Report, the push for a future wolf season, the MDHA wolf petition, and the growing Minnesota Bowhunters Challenge.

    Wolf Delisting Is Back: Will Minnesota Hunt Wolves Again?

  7. Sep 3

    The Minnesota Bowhunters Challenge is HERE! | Squads, Points, Prizes & Hunting Season

    Hunting season is here — and so is something brand new for Minnesota bowhunters. In this episode of **Down the Barrel**, Jimmy, Deano and Jared introduce the **Minnesota Bowhunters Challenge**, MNBOW’s new squad-based bowhunting competition. Build a squad of 2–4 hunters, hit the woods, submit your harvests, complete special missions, rack up points and climb the leaderboard — all while doing what you were already planning to do this fall: HUNT. We break down how the Challenge works, what earns points, the bonus missions coming throughout the season and why this is about a whole lot more than shooting the biggest buck. It’s about getting outdoors, hunting with friends and family, having some friendly competition and giving Minnesota bowhunters another reason to get in the woods. And yes — there’s something worth hunting for. **$1,000 is on the line for the winning squad**, along with additional prizes, a one-of-a-kind trophy and an invitation to join us on Down the Barrel to tell your squad’s story. We also talk about the upcoming **Roger Up Second Amendment Bingo** on October 24 in Grand Rapids. The event will help support Roger Up and MDHA veteran hunts, including a women veterans archery hunt and men’s rifle hunt this fall. With 13 firearms, additional prizes, food and a great cause behind it, it should be a heck of a night. Plus, hunting seasons are finally starting to open across Minnesota. The bows are coming out, gear is getting checked, stands are going up and we’re ready to get back into the woods. **Grab your buddies. Build your squad. Hunt Minnesota. Earn points.** The Minnesota Bowhunters Challenge starts NOW.

    The Minnesota Bowhunters Challenge is HERE! | Squads, Points, Prizes & Hunting Season

  8. Aug 12

    CPL Funding Changes: Why Rural Minnesota Is Being Left Behind

    Minnesota's Conservation Partners Legacy (CPL) Grant Program has helped conservation organizations put millions of dollars directly into habitat projects across the state. But a major change to the program could leave much of rural Minnesota on the outside looking in. In this episode of **Down the Barrel**, Jimmy, Deno and Jared break down what the CPL program is, where the money comes from, how organizations like the Minnesota Deer Hunters Association use these grants, and why the new geographic restrictions are raising serious concerns for hunters and conservationists across Greater Minnesota. MDHA alone has used CPL funding to complete roughly 140 habitat projects representing millions of dollars in habitat work and tens of thousands of acres across Minnesota. These aren't projects designed to fund an organization's operating budget—they are locally driven conservation projects that require matching funds, documentation and reimbursement for actual habitat work. The guys discuss why MDHA believes Minnesota can—and should—continue investing in metro-area habitat **without sacrificing conservation projects throughout the rest of the state**. They also explain how these projects support more than wildlife by putting money into local contractors, businesses and rural communities. The message is simple: **Conservation shouldn't stop at the metro line.** The episode also covers MDHA's new petition calling for statewide CPL opportunities to be restored and why hunters, conservationists and rural Minnesotans need to make their voices heard. Then the conversation shifts gears to Game Fair, the Arctic Cat Prowler and FLOE CargoMax giveaway, MDHA's Education Raffle, the 50 BMG giveaway, upcoming chapter events—and, naturally, plenty of the usual Down the Barrel banter. **CPL funding comes from Minnesotans. Habitat opportunities should benefit Minnesotans across the entire state.** BTYB: MDHA (www.mndeerhutners.com) First Call (www.firstcall211.net) MNBOW (www.mnbowhunters.com) Wolf Report (www.wolf.report)

    CPL Funding Changes: Why Rural Minnesota Is Being Left Behind
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"Down The Barrel" is your go-to podcast for everything related to hunting, trapping, firearms, and outdoor adventures in Minnesota. Join us as we explore the wilderness with insights from local companies and feature exciting celebrity guests who share their love for the great outdoors—hosted by Jimmy, Deano and Jared.

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