The LandTrust Podcast

LandTrust

The LandTrust Podcast explores the intersection of land technology and outdoor experiences. Hosted by LandTrust, a platform connecting landowners with outdoor enthusiasts for activities like hunting, fishing, and camping, the podcast dives into innovative solutions for land access, conservation, and recreation. Each episode features insights from experts, landowners, and adventurers, highlighting how technology is transforming the way we engage with the outdoors.

  1. Jul 8 ·  Video

    Private Land Turkey Hunting in Montana: DIY Success With LandTrust | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 43

    Andrew ("The Flip Flop Guy") and Lauren Brown join Nic De Castro on the LandTrust Podcast to share their first season using LandTrust for DIY private land turkey hunting.   From calling in stubborn gobblers in Montana to learning directly from knowledgeable landowners, they break down what worked, what they'd do differently, and why private land access through LandTrust changed the way they plan hunts.   Whether you're planning your first DIY turkey hunt or looking for more access across the country, this episode is packed with practical tips and real hunting stories.   🎙️ In this episode: - Andrew & Lauren's first season using LandTrust - Hunting Montana turkey properties on private land - Why knowledgeable landowners are a game changer - DIY hunting vs. outfitters and public land - Booking multiple hunts across several states - Tips for first-time LandTrust users - The future of their World Slam plans - The story behind "The Flip Flop Guy"     👍 Subscribe for More Outdoor Conversations The LandTrust Podcast brings together founders, conservation leaders, landowners, and passionate hunters shaping the future of hunting and outdoor recreation.   #TurkeyHunting #LandTrust #DIYHunting #PrivateLand #TurkeySeason #HuntingPodcast #MontanaHunting #HuntTurkey #OutdoorPodcast #PublicLand #Conservation #TheFlipFlopGuy #LaurenBrown #NicDeCastro #Hunting     ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:59 Meet Andrew & Lauren Brown 02:27 Their First LandTrust Turkey Hunt 08:38 Why LandTrust Landowners Stand Out 10:31 Conservation & Giving Birds a Break 12:00 Buck AI & Planning Your Hunt 13:04 Lauren's Royal & Grand Slam Journey 14:57 Lessons from the Black Ranch Hunt 19:14 More Montana Hunts & Success Stories 22:00 Tips for First-Time LandTrust Users 24:53 Planning a World Slam with LandTrust 27:00 DIY Private Land vs Outfitters & Public Land 28:32 Meet "The Flip Flop Guy" 30:35 Wild Game Cooking & Private Events 32:00 Final Thoughts     🔗 Follow:   Andy - The Flip Flop Guy Instagram: instagram.com/theflipflopguy Facebook: facebook.com/TheFlipFlopGuy Site: www.theflipflopguy.com   Lauren Brown instagram.com/laurenbrown8g   LandTrust Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_hunt⁠ Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/landtrusthunt LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠

    Private Land Turkey Hunting in Montana: DIY Success With LandTrust | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 43
  2. Jun 25 ·  Video

    Turkey Hunting Across America: A LandTrust Success Story | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 42

    What does a dream turkey season look like?   In this episode of the LandTrust Podcast, LandTrust Founder & CEO Nic De Castro sits down with longtime LandTrust customer Trey Thorsen to relive an incredible spring turkey season that took him across three states and three unique private properties.   From battling stubborn gobblers in Georgia, to hunting alongside welcoming landowners in Washington, to chasing Merriam's turkeys on the expansive Laurel Leaf Ranch in Wyoming, Trey shares the stories, challenges, and memorable moments that made this season one to remember.   🎯 What You'll Learn: - Hunting private land in Georgia, Washington, and Wyoming - Lessons from multiple turkey hunts across the country - Why local landowner knowledge matters - Merriam's, Rio Grande, and Eastern turkey hunting experiences - How LandTrust helps hunters access quality private land - What makes a hunt memorable beyond the harvest   👇 Find your next hunt: http://landtrust.com/   🎙️ Subscribe for more conversations about hunting, conservation, land access, and the people shaping the future of the outdoors.   #TurkeyHunting #LandTrust #MerriamsTurkey #EasternTurkey #RioGrandeTurkey #PrivateLandHunting #TurkeySeason #HuntingPodcast #DIYHunting #TurkeyHunter #HuntPrivateLand #OutdoorPodcast     Chapters 00:00 Introduction & Meet Trey Thorsen 01:18 Planning a Multi-State Turkey Season 04:42 First Stop: Georgia Turkey Hunt 09:15 Lessons Learned Hunting New Ground 13:37 Why Private Land Changes the Experience 18:24 Washington Turkey Hunting Adventure 24:08 Working with Local Landowners 29:12 Finding Success on Unfamiliar Properties 34:45 Wyoming Merriam's Turkey Hunt Begins 40:21 Hunting Laurel Leaf Ranch in Wyoming 46:53 What Makes a Great LandTrust Property 52:14 The Value of Landowner Knowledge 56:38 Three States, Three Turkeys, One Season 01:01:27 Advice for DIY Turkey Hunters 01:05:49 Final Thoughts & Favorite Memories     🔗 Follow Us On Social: Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_hunt⁠ Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/landtrusthunt LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠

    Turkey Hunting Across America: A LandTrust Success Story | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 42
  3. Apr 29 ·  Video

    Inside GoHunt: How Lorenzo Sartini Built the Zillow of Hunting | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 41

    What does it take to build one of the most influential platforms in Western hunting? In this episode of The LandTrust Podcast, Nic De Castro sits down with Lorenzo Sartini, Founder & CEO of GoHunt, to break down how he built a data-driven ecosystem that helps hunters plan, draw, and execute better hunts. From mapping and draw odds to e-commerce and AI-driven tools, Lorenzo shares how GoHunt evolved from a simple idea into a full-stack hunting platform, and where the future of hunting tech is headed. 🎯 What You’ll Learn: - How GoHunt became the “Zillow of hunting” - The biggest challenges in Western tag draws and planning hunts - Why mapping alone is becoming a commodity - How AI could transform hunting mentorship and access - The role of data, gear, and ecosystem thinking in modern hunting - Where the hunting industry (and RecTech) is heading next #LandTrust #GoHunt #HuntingPodcast #WesternHunting #DIYHunting #HuntingTech #ElkHunting #DrawOdds #PublicLand #HuntPlanning ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 Intro & guest overview 01:00 Lorenzo’s background & early hunting experiences 05:00 The idea that sparked GoHunt 10:00 Taking the leap from casino job to startup 14:00 What GoHunt is today 17:00 Core business units (research, e-comm, applications) 22:00 Why GoHunt added gear (e-commerce strategy) 27:00 Mapping, mobile, and ecosystem integration 32:00 The evolution of hunting tech (onX, mobile shift) 37:00 The future: AI, mentorship, and access 43:00 Challenges of building in a regulated industry 48:00 Consolidation in hunting tech 56:00 Final thoughts + where to find GoHunt 📺 Subscribe for more: New Podcast episodes every other week featuring the industry pros, farmers, ranchers, and sportsmen who help shape the future of the outdoors. 🔗 Follow: GoHUNT Instagram: instagram.com/gohunt Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/GOHUNTofficial LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/company/gohunt-llc Website: www.gohunt.com LandTrust Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_hunt⁠ Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/landtrusthunt LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠ Website: landtrust.com

    Inside GoHunt: How Lorenzo Sartini Built the Zillow of Hunting | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 41
  4. Apr 15 ·  Video

    Montana Working Ranch, Hunting Access, & Cattle Ops w/ Marsh Brothers | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 40

    What happens when a large Montana cattle ranch opens its gates to private hunting and recreation? In this episode of the LandTrust Podcast, Nic sits down with Brant and Clinton Marsh, the brothers behind 6C Cattle Ranch near the Clark Fork River in western Montana. They break down what it looks like to run a full-scale cattle and farming operation while also managing wildlife-rich ground now available for hunting and outdoor access. The conversation dives into elk and mule deer movement across irrigated pivots, predator pressure from wolves and coyotes, and how the ranch is evolving habitat to support both agriculture and wildlife. The Marsh brothers also share what they’ve learned transitioning into hosting guests... everything from shed hunting and camping access to what makes a respectful, successful experience on working ranch land. 🎯 What You’ll Learn - How a working Montana ranch integrates hunting access into daily operations - What elk, mule deer, whitetail, and predator activity looks like on the ranch - How irrigation pivots and farm ground influence wildlife movement - Why habitat development is part of long-term ranch planning - What shed hunting and seasonal access look like for guests - What landowners value when hosting hunters on private ground 🌎 Explore 6C Cattle Ranch https://landtrust.com/l/6c-cattle-ranch-north/69a1341b-1962-4089-860f-40d198663782 https://landtrust.com/l/6c-cattle-ranch-south/69a1338b-2dd6-48fb-906e-231c992e07dd 🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations with landowners, hunters, and conservation-minded ranches across the country. #LandTrustPodcast #MontanaRanch #HuntingAccess #ElkHunting #MuleDeerHunting #PrivateLandHunting #RanchLife #LandStewardship #ClarkForkRiver #HuntingMontana #ConservationHunting   ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Intro: Montana ranch hunting access 01:15 – Meet the Marsh brothers & 6C Cattle Ranch 03:30 – From leased ranch to LandTrust listing 06:00 – South vs. north side of the property breakdown 08:20 – Elk herds, mule deer, and whitetail presence 11:10 – Wolves, coyotes, and predator dynamics 13:40 – Irrigation pivots and agricultural expansion 16:30 – Fishing access on the Clark Fork River 18:45 – Ranch history and multi-generation operations 21:10 – Building wildlife habitat alongside farming 23:00 – Hosting hunters and shed hunting season 25:30 – What makes a good guest experience 27:00 – Closing thoughts 🔗 Follow LandTrust: Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_hunt⁠ Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/landtrusthunt LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠ Website: landtrust.com

    Montana Working Ranch, Hunting Access, & Cattle Ops w/ Marsh Brothers | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 40
  5. Apr 2 ·  Video

    Private Land Hunting in Alabama | Landowner Perspective w/ Will Dixon | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 39

    What does hunting access look like from the landowner’s side? In this episode of the LandTrust Podcast, Nic sits down with landowner Will Dixon of Blue Springs Plantation in Clio, Alabama to talk about opening private land to hunters, managing property for wildlife, and what creates a great experience on both sides of the gate. Will shares his approach to land stewardship, expectations for hunters, and how private land access (when done right) benefits both landowners and the future of hunting. If you’ve ever considered booking a private land hunt or listing your own property, this episode gives you a real, on-the-ground perspective. 🎯 What You’ll Learn - Why landowners open their property to hunters - What makes a hunting property stand out - How land stewardship impacts wildlife and hunting success - Expectations landowners have for respectful hunters - The role of trust in private land access Explore Will's Property 👉 http://landtrust.com/l/blue-springs-plantation/698e57fd-cda9-4787-bbe3-9fff3660196a 🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on hunting, land access, and conservation. #LandTrustPodcast #PrivateLandHunting #HuntPrivate #AlabamaHunting #Landowner #LandStewardship #HuntingAccess #WildlifeHabitat #HuntingLand #Conservation ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Introduction 01:40 – Meet Will Dixon & Blue Springs Plantation 05:20 – Opening private land to hunting 10:15 – Managing land for wildlife 16:30 – What hunters should know before booking 22:10 – Building trust between landowners and hunters 28:45 – The future of private land access 34:00 – Closing thoughts 🔗 Follow LandTrust: Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_hunt⁠ Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/landtrusthunt LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠ Website: landtrust.com

    Private Land Hunting in Alabama | Landowner Perspective w/ Will Dixon | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 39
  6. Mar 19 ·  Video

    Father-Daughter Hunting Story: Ruby’s First Hunt & Lessons Learned | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 38

    A first hunt is something you never forget, especially when it’s shared with your dad. In this episode of the LandTrust Podcast, Ruby De Castro shares the story of her hunting journey and the experience of hunting alongside her father. From stepping into the outdoors for the first time to the lessons learned in the field, this conversation highlights the importance of family, mentorship, and passing down hunting traditions. Whether you're a new hunter, a parent introducing someone to hunting, or someone who values time outdoors, this episode captures what hunting is really about... connection, experience, and legacy. 🎯 What You’ll Learn: - What it’s like going on your first hunt - The role of family in hunting traditions - Lessons learned from hunting with a parent - How new hunters build confidence in the field - Why mentorship matters in hunting - The emotional side of hunting experiences 🔔 Subscribe to the LandTrust Podcast for weekly conversations on hunting strategy, private land access, conservation, and outdoor entrepreneurship. Want to book your own private land hunt? 👉 https://landtrust.com #Hunting #FirstHunt #FatherDaughter #HuntingFamily #NewHunter #HuntingLife #OutdoorLife #HuntingStories #Mentorship #HuntPrivate #LandTrust ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 02:10 - Meet Ruby De Castro 05:45 - Getting Started in Hunting 11:20 - Preparing for the First Hunt 17:30 - Hunting with Her Dad 24:10 - Lessons Learned in the Field 30:05 - Building Confidence as a New Hunter 35:40 - The Importance of Mentorship 41:15 - Reflections & Takeaways 🔗 Follow LandTrust: Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_hunt⁠ Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/landtrusthunt LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠ Website: landtrust.com

    Father-Daughter Hunting Story: Ruby’s First Hunt & Lessons Learned | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 38
  7. Mar 5 ·  Video

    Father & Son Kansas Turkey Hunt Success - Youth Eastern Gobbler | LandTrust Ep. 37

    A one-day turkey hunt. An 11-year-old hunter. And a gobbler on the ground just 15 minutes after shooting light. In Episode 37 of the LandTrust Podcast, David and his son Drake share their unforgettable spring turkey hunt in southeast Kansas. After flooding wiped out their original plans, they booked a private land hunt through LandTrust, and everything came together exactly how every turkey hunter hopes it will. From roost gobbles at fly-down to a textbook setup without decoys, this episode covers youth turkey hunting, private land access, and why controlled hunting environments can create safer, more meaningful experiences for kids. If you’re preparing for turkey season or looking for a father-son hunting story that hits home, this one delivers. 🎯 What You’ll Learn - How to plan a successful one-day turkey hunt - Why private land access can improve youth hunting success - Eastern turkey hunting tactics in Kansas - When to call and when to let gobblers work - The safety and experience advantages of day-lease hunting - How LandTrust supports conservation through Turkeys for Tomorrow 🌎 Find Your Next Turkey Hunt Explore private land turkey properties in Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and beyond:👉 https://landtrust.com 🔔 Subscribe for weekly hunting stories, strategy, private land access tips, and conservation conversations. #TurkeyHunting #YouthHunting #FatherSonHunt #EasternTurkey #KansasTurkey #LandTrustPodcast #SpringTurkey #PrivateLandAccess #HuntPrivate #Gobblers   ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Five Star Stories Intro 01:00 – Why they booked private land in Kansas 02:30 – Scouting the property with digital maps 05:15 – Morning setup & roost gobbles 06:00 – 15 minutes after shooting light 07:30 – The shot on a strutting Eastern gobbler 09:30 – Youth turkey hunting & subspecies goals 12:00 – Father-son hunting perspective 14:30 – Turkeys for Tomorrow partnership 🔗 Follow & Learn More Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_hunt⁠ Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/landtrusthunt LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠ Website: landtrust.com

    Father & Son Kansas Turkey Hunt Success - Youth Eastern Gobbler | LandTrust Ep. 37
  8. Feb 18 ·  Video

    Late Season Turkey Hunt Success in Tennessee & Private Land Strategy | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 36

    What happens when you sleep in your ground blind the night before a turkey hunt? In Episode 36 of the LandTrust Podcast, Dan Chumbler shares his late-season Eastern turkey hunt at Ohana Ranches in Tennessee, and how collaboration with a landowner led to a perfectly executed hunt plan. Dan (CEO of Tethered and former MeatEater executive) breaks down his strategy for hunting pressured birds, why patience matters during late season turkey hunting, and how private land access changes the entire experience compared to heavily hunted public land. This episode covers practical turkey hunting tactics, private land access, conservation partnerships, and how hunters can leverage local intel for more success. If you're preparing for turkey season or looking for private land hunting opportunities, this one’s for you. 🎯 What You’ll Learn - Late season turkey hunting tactics that actually work - How to hunt pressured gobblers on private land - Why sleeping in your ground blind can improve success - The advantage of collaborating with landowners - Differences between public land vs private land turkey hunting - How conservation partnerships like Turkeys for Tomorrow support habitat 🔔 Subscribe to the LandTrust Podcast for weekly conversations on hunting strategy, private land access, conservation, and outdoor entrepreneurship. Looking for your own private land turkey hunt? 👉 https://landtrust.com/turkey #LandTrustPodcast #HuntPrivate #PrivateLandAccess #TurkeyHunting #LateSeasonTurkey #PrivateLandHunting #EasternTurkey #HuntingStrategy #TurkeysForTomorrow #GroundBlind #HuntingPodcast ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Welcome & Five Star Stories Series 01:05 – Booking a private land turkey hunt in Tennessee 02:10 – Sleeping in a ground blind overnight 05:00 – Late season turkey hunting strategy 06:30 – Calling sparingly & patient setups 07:45 – The silent gobbler encounter 09:30 – Hunting collaboration with landowners 12:00 – Turkeys for Tomorrow conservation partnership 13:15 – Using LandTrust for whitetail, shed hunting & fishing 16:00 – How landowners can list their property 🔗 Follow & Learn More Tethrd Instagram: instagram.com/tethrdnation Facebook: facebook.com/tethrdnation YouTube: youtube.com/@TethrdNation Website: tethrd.com LandTrust Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_hunt⁠ Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/landtrusthunt LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠ Website: landtrust.com

    Late Season Turkey Hunt Success in Tennessee & Private Land Strategy | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 36

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The LandTrust Podcast explores the intersection of land technology and outdoor experiences. Hosted by LandTrust, a platform connecting landowners with outdoor enthusiasts for activities like hunting, fishing, and camping, the podcast dives into innovative solutions for land access, conservation, and recreation. Each episode features insights from experts, landowners, and adventurers, highlighting how technology is transforming the way we engage with the outdoors.