A Hunter's Legacy

Mitchell Fox
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Step into the world of everyday hunters as we uncover the stories, passion, and drive behind their love for the hunt. A Hunter's Legacy is a podcast that celebrates the heart and soul of hunting through conversations with real, everyday hunters. From their first hunts to their most unforgettable moments in the field, we dive deep into the experiences that connect hunters to the outdoors and their traditions. Join us as we explore the values, lessons, and motivations that make hunting more than a sport—it’s a legacy. Whether you’re a seasoned hunter, a curious enthusiast, or simply love hearing authentic stories of connection to nature, A Hunter's Legacy has a tale for you. Grab your gear and tune in to hear why hunting is more than just a pastime—it’s a way of life.

  1. 43: The Bowhunter Who Accidentally Became Public Enemy Number One With Mike Covey (Vermont)

    3D AGO

    43: The Bowhunter Who Accidentally Became Public Enemy Number One With Mike Covey (Vermont)

    He didn’t plan on wearing a suit. Didn’t set out to be a lobbyist. Just a Vermont kid who grew up in the same house his great-grandparents built, hunting close to home and figuring things out by doing. Mike Covey worked steel, turned wrenches, ran a massive maple syrup operation, and stacked more deer than most people will see in a lifetime. Somewhere along the way, he got pulled into the fight to protect hunting, fishing, and trapping in Vermont… and never really got out. In this episode, Mike talks about eating bobcat, processing piles of deer, hunting through major injuries, and what happens when hunters stop paying attention to politics. He shares how showing up actually works, why local advocacy matters, and the moment he realized he’d become “the suit” he never thought he’d be. This isn’t about trophies or gear flexing.  It’s about roots. Responsibility. And defending a way of life before it disappears. Like what you’re hearing? Hit subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. New stories drop every week. Follow A Hunter’s Legacy: Instagram Facebook TikTok Youtube Website Share the show with a buddy who lives for cold mornings, heavy packs, and quiet woods.

    1h 32m
  2. 42: The Turkey Season Shot That Changed How He Trusts the Woods With Eric Lochman (Pennsylvania)

    JAN 29

    42: The Turkey Season Shot That Changed How He Trusts the Woods With Eric Lochman (Pennsylvania)

    Eric Lochman grew up hunting the cold woods of Pennsylvania, where opening day meant tree forts, deer drives, and enough pressure to push whitetails into the thickest cover they could find. What started as kids being turned loose to “walk the woods” slowly turned into a lifelong understanding of how pressure, access, and safety shape the way people hunt in the Northeast. In this episode, Eric breaks down old school Pennsylvania deer drives, how rifle pressure changes deer movement instantly, and why he no longer wants anything to do with organized drives. The conversation turns serious as Eric shares the story of losing a family member in a hunting accident, how it changed the way he views gun safety, and why crowded public land now feels more dangerous than ever. From orange requirements to overlapping seasons, it’s an honest look at how risk creeps into places hunters take for granted. They also dive into access issues, trespassing, dealing with neighbors, managing a small reclaimed strip mine property, and the long game of habitat work in brutal soil conditions. From chestnut trees and food plots to trail cameras and boundary disputes, Eric explains what it’s really like trying to build something meaningful when pressure never stops. This one is raw, uncomfortable at times, and grounded in reality. A reminder that hunting isn’t just about deer. It’s about responsibility, respect, and the people you trust in the woods. Like what you’re hearing? Hit subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. New stories drop every week. Follow A Hunter’s Legacy: Instagram Facebook TikTok Youtube Website Share the show with a buddy who lives for cold mornings, heavy packs, and quiet woods.

    1h 30m
  3. 41: What It’s Like Bowhunting Where Gun Season Sounds Like War With Daniel Davis (West Virginia)

    JAN 22

    41: What It’s Like Bowhunting Where Gun Season Sounds Like War With Daniel Davis (West Virginia)

    Daniel Davis grew up in the hills of central West Virginia, following his dad through steep hollers, creek bottoms, and big timber. Hunting there meant learning the woods the hard way. No food plots. No easy access. Just pipeline cuts, rugged terrain, and years of trial and error that shaped how Daniel hunts today. In this episode, Daniel talks about being “turned loose” as a teenager, the trust his dad placed in him, and how solo bowhunting became part of who he is. They get into West Virginia hunting culture, why compound bows demand discipline, and how gun season pressure and neighboring properties make deer management difficult. Daniel breaks down how deer use benches, hollers, and pipeline crossings, how patterns change overnight, and why swirling mountain winds ruin even good setups. The conversation moves through scent control, big timber strategy, declining deer numbers, EHD, and the divide between meat hunters and management minded bowhunters. They also swap gear mistakes, forgotten releases, and close calls that every hunter recognizes. It’s an honest look at Appalachian whitetail hunting shaped by family, terrain, and learning everything the hard way. If you’ve hunted steep ground or learned the woods from your dad, this one will feel familiar. Like what you’re hearing? Hit subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. New stories drop every week. Follow A Hunter’s Legacy: Instagram Facebook TikTok Youtube Website Share the show with a buddy who lives for cold mornings, heavy packs, and quiet woods.

    1h 31m
  4. 40: Why He Chooses October Pain Over Hunting The Rut with Weber Herbison (Mississippi)

    JAN 15

    40: Why He Chooses October Pain Over Hunting The Rut with Weber Herbison (Mississippi)

    Weber Herbison grew up hunting the Mississippi Delta, where big woods, flat ground, and endless options give whitetails every advantage. He still hunts the same kind of country today, balancing life as a dentist with a season spent trying to outthink deer that refuse to play by Midwest rules. No funnels. No predictable movement. Just patience, trial and error, and long sits wondering where they went. In this episode, Weber talks about starting young, learning the woods by following his dad, and how Southern deer force you to hunt differently. He explains why October is often better than the rut, how mature bucks avoid main trails, and why waiting on “rut magic” usually leads to empty woods where he hunts. They get into swirling winds, scent control, and why patterning deer in big timber can feel like chasing ghosts. The conversation dives deeper into baiting in the South, does blowing up setups, and how bears and hogs completely change the game in places like Louisiana and Mississippi. Weber breaks down wildly different rut timing across the South, how deer personalities show up on cameras, and why some bucks live in tight pockets while others roam miles overnight. This one is about adapting when nothing is guaranteed, trusting your reads, and sticking it out when the deer always seem one step ahead. Like what you’re hearing? Hit subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. New stories drop every week. Follow A Hunter’s Legacy: Instagram Facebook TikTok Youtube Website Share the show with a buddy who lives for cold mornings, heavy packs, and quiet woods.

    1h 31m
  5. 39: When Killing Deer Got Easy And Hunting Got Complicated With Callie Grubbs (Missouri)

    JAN 8

    39: When Killing Deer Got Easy And Hunting Got Complicated With Callie Grubbs (Missouri)

    It ain’t every day a food plot guy from Southeast Missouri gets the mic, but Callie Grubbs has a story worth hearing. Born and raised in rural Missouri, Callie started like most. Plinking cans, tagging along with his dad, and chasing deer with a beat up old Martin bow and mismatched arrows. Today, he’s neck deep in habitat work, running operations for a food plot company and helping hunters across the country build healthier soil and better herds. In this episode, Callie talks about growing up in rural Missouri, building a passion for hunting without a mentor, and how a slow shift from killing to caring shaped his outlook. He opens up about the moment he got hooked on bowhunting, the mindset change that came from raising kids in the woods, and the quiet rewards of watching his daughters and son step into the hunting life. The conversation dives into hot button issues like crossbows, trail cams, hunting politics, and the state of modern conservation. From the rise of celebrity hunters to the decline of common ground, Callie doesn’t hold back. Neither does the host. Raw, real, and refreshingly grounded, this one’s for the everyday folks who keep showing up season after season. If you’ve ever filled a tag, missed a buck, or tried to raise a kid right in the woods, you’ll feel right at home in this one. Like what you’re hearing? Hit subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. New stories drop every week. Follow A Hunter’s Legacy: Instagram Facebook TikTok Youtube Website Share the show with a buddy who lives for cold mornings, heavy packs, and quiet woods.

    1h 26m
  6. 38: Choosing Recurve And Flintlock In A World Obsessed With Tech With Dustin Daniels (Virginia)

    JAN 1

    38: Choosing Recurve And Flintlock In A World Obsessed With Tech With Dustin Daniels (Virginia)

    Before he ever pulled a trigger, Dustin Daniels was wrapped in a sleeping bag with his grandpa, watching the woods wake up. These days, he’s building his own muzzleloaders, hunting with a .54 caliber cap and ball, and passing the same tradition to his son one misfired round and muddy drag at a time. Dustin’s from Madison Heights, Virginia, and co-hosts the D&D Outdoors Podcast where he talks outdoor news and shares hunting stories with his buddy Dell. In this episode, he talks about getting knocked on his tail at four years old by a 410, why he gave up the crossbow and compound for a recurve, and how he dropped a buck with a muzzleloader that had been sitting loaded for eight years. He doesn’t chase big antlers or big names. He hunts for the stories. The quiet. The connection. Hit play, share it with a buddy, and follow A Hunter’s Legacy for more stories from folks who live it for real. Like what you’re hearing? Hit subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. New stories drop every week. Follow A Hunter’s Legacy: Instagram Facebook TikTok Youtube Website Share the show with a buddy who lives for cold mornings, heavy packs, and quiet woods.

    1h 11m
  7. 37: How Bowhunting Became His Last Connection To A Vanishing Lifestyle With John Padgett (Georgia)

    12/25/2025

    37: How Bowhunting Became His Last Connection To A Vanishing Lifestyle With John Padgett (Georgia)

    In this gritty, down-to-earth episode, Mitchell Fox sits down with John Padgett from Georgia. He’s a woodsman shaped by riverlines, traplines, and the kind of Southern upbringing that’s getting harder to come by. They dig into the moment a sharp old doe somehow sensed John’s presence. No scent. No sound. No sightline. Just instinct. That brush with wild awareness leads into deeper ground, as John shares how bowhunting slowly became his last true link to a vanishing way of life. From running trotlines for catfish with his dad to missing the quiet, neighborly bonds of his hometown, John reflects on how fast the world is spinning. The bow stand, he says, is the one place that stills it for a while. He opens up about losing the fire for rifle hunting, chasing adrenaline the ethical way, and how killing less has taught him more. They talk broadhead failures, wounded deer that still haunt the memory, and the humbling lessons that only come from doing things the hard way. If you’ve ever questioned a shot or found yourself missing a world that’s slowly slipping away, this one’s for you. Like what you’re hearing? Hit subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. New stories drop every week. Follow A Hunter’s Legacy: Instagram Facebook TikTok Youtube Website Share the show with a buddy who lives for cold mornings, heavy packs, and quiet woods.

    1h 14m
  8. 36: The Addiction That Keeps Him Coming Back To The Cold with Hunter Libra (Ontario)

    12/18/2025

    36: The Addiction That Keeps Him Coming Back To The Cold with Hunter Libra (Ontario)

    From throwing decoy bags bigger than him as a kid in Erie to running a waterfowl guide service in southern Ontario, Hunter Libra has packed a lifetime of hunting grit into just 27 years. The path hasn’t been easy, and it sure as hell hasn’t been boring. In this episode, Hunter shares how a Tinder match turned into a cross-border move, a family, and a new life in Canada. He talks about chasing turkeys with his dad back in the day, dragging gear through the woods before he could even aim straight, and the time he lost a treestand after pulling an all-nighter and puking from the top of it. They dig into the tough realities of hunting in Ontario. Getting permission took 38 cold calls. But it’s got its perks too—like chasing mature bucks in low-pressure archery zones and duck hunting a quarry with 14 islands and no burnout. Hunter also opens up about guiding full-time, raising a young son, dreaming of a Kodiak grizzly hunt with a bow, and the day he actually got peppered by another hunter’s shotgun. This one’s honest, funny, and full of heart. A true story about grit, growth, and the kind of hunts that shape a man. Like what you’re hearing? Hit subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. New stories drop every week. Follow A Hunter’s Legacy: Instagram Facebook TikTok Youtube Website Share the show with a buddy who lives for cold mornings, heavy packs, and quiet woods.

    1h 30m
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Step into the world of everyday hunters as we uncover the stories, passion, and drive behind their love for the hunt. A Hunter's Legacy is a podcast that celebrates the heart and soul of hunting through conversations with real, everyday hunters. From their first hunts to their most unforgettable moments in the field, we dive deep into the experiences that connect hunters to the outdoors and their traditions. Join us as we explore the values, lessons, and motivations that make hunting more than a sport—it’s a legacy. Whether you’re a seasoned hunter, a curious enthusiast, or simply love hearing authentic stories of connection to nature, A Hunter's Legacy has a tale for you. Grab your gear and tune in to hear why hunting is more than just a pastime—it’s a way of life.

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  • Creator
    Mitchell Fox
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 A Hunter's Legacy
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