Everland Outdoors Podcast

Everland Outdoors

At Everland Outdoors, every acre tells a story—and every story points back to the Creator. We dive into the land, the hunt, and the lessons that shape our walk with Christ. Join us on a journey to become better stewards of the land He’s given us, and even better stewards of His word.

  1. Jun 16

    Where Will the Hunting Industry Be in 10-20 Years? with Mark Peterson

    Here is the Spotify description stripped of emojis and bullet points, formatted as clean, engaging paragraphs that read smoothly on mobile screens while keeping the SEO keywords intact. What does it take to spend 170 days a year in the field while successfully running 20 different businesses in the outdoor industry? This week on Everland Outdoors, we sit down with Mark Peterson to discuss the past, present, and future of the hunting world. Mark brings an absolute wealth of knowledge to the mic as we dive deep into the rapid evolution of hunting, where the outdoor industry is heading over the next 10 to 20 years, and the critical data behind hunter retention. If you care about the future of wildlife conservation, you need to hear Mark's take on why hunter recruitment is the single most important battle the community faces today. We also get localized as Mark breaks down the shifting rules, regulations, and wildlife management strategies in his home state of Michigan. From big-picture industry shifts to the ground-level logistics of managing 20 outdoor brands while staying in the dirt half the year, this conversation is packed with intelligent insights. You can find out more about Mark and follow his adventures on his YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@MarkVPeterson. Additionally, you can set yourself up to capitalize on point creep right now and ensure your ability to go on future hunts by visiting https://www.worldwidetrophyadventures.com. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave Everland Outdoors a five-star review on Spotify and share this conversation with a friend.

    2h 17m
  2. Jun 9

    Indiana Whitetail Biology: Big Bucks, CWD Management, & Rule Changes | Joe Caudell

    How did Indiana transform into one of the premier Big Buck states in the Midwest? This week on the Everland Outdoors podcast, we are joined by Indiana State Deer Biologist Joe Caudell to break down the fascinating evolution of Indiana's whitetail deer landscape, history, and management. Joe shares the exact strategies that put Indiana on the trophy map—including the massive biological impact of the One-Buck Rule—and explains how the state handles Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) through data-driven surveillance and hunter partnership. We also take a deep dive into the numbers to compare Indiana’s proven regulations against Michigan’s major deer hunting rule changes. If you want to visualize the future projection of Michigan's deer herd, this episode is your blueprint. Tune in to discover: How state hunting regulations directly impact whitetail age structure and antler growth across the landscape. The science behind CWD management initiatives and what the future holds for Midwestern hunters. What wildlife biologists wish everyday hunters understood about herd dynamics and deer density. Whether you hunt the big woods of Indiana, the farm country of Michigan, or just love deep-dive wildlife biology, this episode reveals the hidden forces that shape your hunting season. Hit that Follow button, leave us a 5-star review, and let us know in the comments: Do you think Michigan's new rules will replicate Indiana's success? Keywords: Indiana deer hunting, Michigan deer regulations, big buck states, whitetail biology, Chronic Wasting Disease, deer management, wildlife biologist, one-buck rule, earn-a-buck, Deer Hunting, Everland Outdoors podcast.

    1h 40m
  3. May 19

    Michigan Changes | New Hunting Regulations

    Elimination of the Limited Firearms Zone: The historical restriction on rifle usage in the southern Lower Peninsula has been completely eliminated. Hunters statewide can now use all legal firearms, including bottleneck cartridges and rifles larger than .22 rimfire.The "One-Buck" Rule (Effective 2027): Lower Peninsula hunters will be strictly limited to harvesting one antlered buck per season. A single tag will only be valid for a buck with at least 3 antler points on one side, or one antlerless deer. Combination licenses can be used for one buck and one doe, or two does.Muzzleloader Season Shortened: The statewide muzzleloader season is reduced from 10 days to 3 days, beginning the first Friday in December.December Firearm Deer Season: In the Lower Peninsula, the shortened December season now allows any legal firearm to be used.Late Antlerless Season: This season is expanded, beginning the Monday immediately following the December firearm season and running through January 1.Upper Peninsula Changes: Upper Peninsula antlerless drawings have been eliminated, and universal antlerless deer licenses are now restricted to specific Deer Management Units. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]Zone 3 Earn-A-Buck (Effective 2027): A pilot program will launch in Zone 3 requiring hunters to harvest an antlerless deer before they become eligible to take a second buck (which must have at least 4 points on one side). [1]Upcoming Pilot ProgramsFor a complete breakdown of season dates, unit-specific exceptions, and license requirements, visit the official Michigan DNR Hunting Rules and Regulations portal. Lincoln is back on another episode of the Everland Outdoors podcast. We have all saw the News on Michigans upcoming Hunting Regulations, but was this what we expected? Or is this the right way these regulations should be decided? This week we do a deep dive on what to expect and what was not expected from the recent NRC meeting. Always appreciate you joining and please like, subscribe, and leave a comment on what your thoughts are. We appreciate everyone!

    1h 45m

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At Everland Outdoors, every acre tells a story—and every story points back to the Creator. We dive into the land, the hunt, and the lessons that shape our walk with Christ. Join us on a journey to become better stewards of the land He’s given us, and even better stewards of His word.

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