The Outdoor Aligned Podcast

Luke Long
  • 4.8 (4)
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The Outdoor Aligned is a podcast for the everyday outdoorsman — the guy who works hard, hunts harder, and finds peace in the wild. Hosted by Luke Long, this show explores everything from whitetail strategy and waterfowl tactics, to trail camera setups, shed hunting, turkey seasons, bow tuning, and bass fishing backwaters. Each biweekly episode dives into real conversations with fellow hunters, anglers, and land stewards — focused on honest experiences, lessons learned, and the pursuit of getting better in the field. In addition to structured episodes, Outdoor Aligned brings you raw, in-the-field recordings — bonus episodes straight from the duck blind, deer stand, or roadside campfire. It's storytelling, reflection, and real-time hunting life, captured as it happens. Whether you’re a jack-of-all-trades or just love being out there — this podcast is for you. Subscribe, follow along, and align yourself with the outdoors.

  1. Ep. 11: Timber Stand Improvement and Invasive Control – What You Can Do to Improve Your Property

    3D AGO

    Ep. 11: Timber Stand Improvement and Invasive Control – What You Can Do to Improve Your Property

    On this episode of  The Outdoor Aligned Podcast, Luke sits down with his friend Andrew Helton, a professional forester from Missouri, to break down Timber Stand Improvement (TSI) and invasive species control—and why nearly every property can benefit from it. They dive into why proper TSI is so important for overall land health and how it can dramatically improve wildlife habitat for species like whitetail deer, turkeys, and quail, while also increasing the long-term financial value of your timber. Luke and Andrew also discuss common invasive species in Missouri, including multiflora rose, autumn olive, and bush honeysuckle, and practical ways landowners can start battling these invasions on their own properties. The conversation expands into non-native or low-value tree species like honey locust, black locust, elm, and eastern red cedar, and how they often take more from your farm than they give. To wrap things up, Andrew shares insight into his personal “play farm,” where he experiments with different land management strategies. What was once an old cattle farm is now a highly diversified property holding five coveys of quail along with strong deer and turkey numbers. No matter the size of your property, anyone can improve their land using some of the methods discussed in this episode. If you’re into land management, habitat improvement, or making your ground work better for wildlife and your future, give this episode a listen. Thanks for listening to The Outdoor Aligned Podcast Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook @TheOutdoorAlignedPodcast For bonus drops and raw in-the-field episodes, look for "The Outdoor Drop" releases. Questions, guest ideas, or feedback? Email outdooraligned@gmail.com Remember, stay aligned with the outdoors.

    1h 10m
  2. Ep. 10: Duck Hunting and Hog Hunting in Louisiana

    JAN 21

    Ep. 10: Duck Hunting and Hog Hunting in Louisiana

    On this episode of the Outdoor Aligned Podcast, Luke is riding solo on the drive home from a hunting trip in Louisiana, recapping four days of duck hunting with his good friend Walker. The hunts were tough and the ducks were scarce, but chasing birds in new areas with good friends made the trip more than worth it. Luke also talks about taking a big boar hog using a thermal scope, Walker’s impressive black lab and the solid work she does retrieving, and the excellent Cajun-style meals cooked back at the river camp. From wild game to good food and even better company, this trip had it all. Luke also gives a shoutout to Walker’s TikTok page, where he shares his Cajun cooking videos. Even when the hunting is slow, the memories, laughs, and meals make it a trip to remember. Thanks for listening to The Outdoor Aligned Podcast Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook @TheOutdoorAlignedPodcast For bonus drops and raw in-the-field episodes, look for "The Outdoor Drop" releases. Questions, guest ideas, or feedback? Email outdooraligned@gmail.com Remember, stay aligned with the outdoors.

    33 min
  3. Ep. 9: The Good Ol’ Days of Quail Hunting and the Next Generation of Bird Dogs

    JAN 7

    Ep. 9: The Good Ol’ Days of Quail Hunting and the Next Generation of Bird Dogs

    In this episode of The Outdoor Aligned Podcast, Luke sits down in the Mancave with family friend Brent Bernhardt to talk all things upland bird hunting, bird dogs, and getting back into waterfowl hunting. Brent grew up hunting during the good ol’ days of quail hunting here in Missouri and spent much of his life chasing quail and pheasants behind bird dogs. He shares stories from decades in the uplands and explains how his hunting has evolved over time — including a recent transition to hunting with a new dog, a female black lab. This season, Brent has been quail hunting his lab as she learns the art of pointing, while also getting back into duck hunting to give her more opportunities to retrieve. Luke and Brent swap stories from a great bird season, touching on the challenges, the wins, and the special moments that only happen when hunting with dogs. Luke also talks about hunting his dog Timber during her first season and how she’s done an excellent job retrieving ducks and geese. If you love bird hunting, bird dogs, and hearing real stories from the field, this episode is packed with great conversation and memories. Thanks for listening to The Outdoor Aligned Podcast Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook @TheOutdoorAlignedPodcast For bonus drops and raw in-the-field episodes, look for "The Outdoor Drop" releases. Questions, guest ideas, or feedback? Email outdooraligned@gmail.com Remember, stay aligned with the outdoors.

    1h 9m
  4. Ep. 8: Waterfowl Hunting and Dog Training with Small Kennels

    12/24/2025

    Ep. 8: Waterfowl Hunting and Dog Training with Small Kennels

    On this episode of the Outdoor Aligned Podcast, Luke sits down in the mancave with his longtime waterfowl hunting buddy Bailey Small. The two dive into the 2025 waterfowl season so far — the highs, the lows, and the unforgettable hunts, including a Canadian goose band that highlighted the recent part of the season. Luke and Bailey talk through the challenges and rewards of chasing migrating birds on Missouri’s public land conservation areas, sharing real-world experiences that every public-land hunter can relate to. Bailey also opens up about his dog Rip and the journey behind Small Kennels, his gun dog training business. With five years of experience and a reputation for producing high-quality dogs, Bailey breaks down his training programs, his approach to developing reliable gun dogs, and how he manages to hunt so many days during the season. If you’re into ducks, geese, public land, or gun dogs — this one’s for you. Thanks for listening to The Outdoor Aligned Podcast Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook @TheOutdoorAlignedPodcast For bonus drops and raw in-the-field episodes, look for "The Outdoor Drop" releases. Questions, guest ideas, or feedback? Email outdooraligned@gmail.com Remember, stay aligned with the outdoors.

    1h 3m
  5. Ep. 7: Colorado Spot and Stalk Bow Hunt - A Warrior Whitetail on the Ground

    12/10/2025

    Ep. 7: Colorado Spot and Stalk Bow Hunt - A Warrior Whitetail on the Ground

    On this episode of The Outdoor Aligned Podcast, Max and Luke sit down to break down the second attempt at filling Luke’s Colorado deer tag—an impromptu trip that turned into an unforgettable adventure.  After heading back to Colorado for one more shot, Luke found himself in the middle of three action-packed days of spot-and-stalk hunting, filled with close encounters on big mule deer and impressive whitetails. The terrain, the stalks, and the unpredictable moments kept the energy high and the pressure on.  But persistence paid off. Luke ultimately connected on a heavy, unique, battle-worn whitetail buck—an old warrior busted up from a season of fighting. Taking him on the ground, with a bow, at 30 yards made the moment even more special.  In this episode, you’ll hear the full story: the history behind the buck, how each stalk unfolded, what nearly went wrong, and how the entire trip came together in a big way.  If you love raw hunting stories, ground-level encounters, and the payoff of grit and determination, this is one you won’t want to miss.  Thanks for listening to The Outdoor Aligned Podcast Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook @TheOutdoorAlignedPodcast For bonus drops and raw in-the-field episodes, look for "The Outdoor Drop" releases. Questions, guest ideas, or feedback? Email outdooraligned@gmail.com Remember, stay aligned with the outdoors.

    1h 11m
  6. Ep. 6: A Double Beam Giant - 180" Missouri Whitetail Archery Buck with Kale McCubbins

    11/26/2025

    Ep. 6: A Double Beam Giant - 180" Missouri Whitetail Archery Buck with Kale McCubbins

    Luke sits down in the mancave with Kale McCubbins to tell the story of his incredible Missouri whitetail — a main frame 10-point with a 15-inch double beam, nearly 18 inches of antler broken off, and a final score pushing 180 inches. Kale only had a couple trail camera pictures and a hunch the buck was still in the area, so he trusted his instincts and used some creative tactics to stay in the game. On November 13, a little confusion in the stand led Kale to draw on what he thought was a different buck — but the mistake turned into the hunt of a lifetime when the arrow found its mark on this big, mature Missouri whitetail. In this episode, Luke and Kale break down the chaos, the quick decisions, and the wild emotions that come with sealing the deal on a true backwoods giant. If you love big buck stories, honest hunting talk, and good old-fashioned deer camp storytelling, this one’s for you. Thanks for listening to The Outdoor Aligned Podcast Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook @TheOutdoorAlignedPodcast For bonus drops and raw in-the-field episodes, look for "The Outdoor Drop" releases. Questions, guest ideas, or feedback? Email outdooraligned@gmail.com Remember, stay aligned with the outdoors.

    58 min
  7. Outdoor Drop 4: Rut Hunting Stories from the Deer Stand

    11/18/2025

    Outdoor Drop 4: Rut Hunting Stories from the Deer Stand

    In this Outdoor Drop episode, Luke checks in live from the deer stand on Missouri’s rifle opener. He kicks things off by finishing the story of the buck he shot with his bow and gives an honest update on how that hunt ended. Then he recaps a wild week of bowhunting with Max—full of close calls, missed chances, and lessons learned. To top it off, Luke shares the story of his dad’s biggest whitetail ever—a giant 168” 14-pointer taken on their small family farm. The rut’s been exciting, unpredictable, and humbling… just the way deer season goes. Thanks for listening to The Outdoor Aligned Podcast Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook @TheOutdoorAlignedPodcast For bonus drops and raw in-the-field episodes, look for "The Outdoor Drop" releases. Questions, guest ideas, or feedback? Email outdooraligned@gmail.com Remember, stay aligned with the outdoors.

    28 min
  8. Ep. 5: Colorado Muleys & Missouri Rut Encounters

    11/12/2025

    Ep. 5: Colorado Muleys & Missouri Rut Encounters

    Luke sits down with Max in the mancave to swap stories from an action-packed stretch of hunts. Max kicks things off with a recap of his Colorado rifle mule deer trip, where he and his family got a close encounter with a great public-land buck—but the hunt takes a tough turn when the shot doesn’t connect as hoped. Then the guys shift gears to whitetail season in Missouri, where the rut is heating up. Luke shares the story of multiple close calls with his target buck, and just hours before recording, he finally got an arrow in him. With the outcome still uncertain, the two talk through the shot, tracking plans, and the rollercoaster that is deer season. Thanks for listening to The Outdoor Aligned Podcast Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook @TheOutdoorAlignedPodcast For bonus drops and raw in-the-field episodes, look for "The Outdoor Drop" releases. Questions, guest ideas, or feedback? Email outdooraligned@gmail.com Remember, stay aligned with the outdoors.

    34 min
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Ratings & Reviews

4.8
out of 5
4 Ratings

About

The Outdoor Aligned is a podcast for the everyday outdoorsman — the guy who works hard, hunts harder, and finds peace in the wild. Hosted by Luke Long, this show explores everything from whitetail strategy and waterfowl tactics, to trail camera setups, shed hunting, turkey seasons, bow tuning, and bass fishing backwaters. Each biweekly episode dives into real conversations with fellow hunters, anglers, and land stewards — focused on honest experiences, lessons learned, and the pursuit of getting better in the field. In addition to structured episodes, Outdoor Aligned brings you raw, in-the-field recordings — bonus episodes straight from the duck blind, deer stand, or roadside campfire. It's storytelling, reflection, and real-time hunting life, captured as it happens. Whether you’re a jack-of-all-trades or just love being out there — this podcast is for you. Subscribe, follow along, and align yourself with the outdoors.

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  • Creator
    Luke Long
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Outdoor Aligned Podcast
  • Show Website
    The Outdoor Aligned Podcast

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