HuntStand Podcast

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Hosted by Will Cooper and Josh Dahlke, the HuntStand Podcast brings you real hunting stories, expert strategies, and conversations with the most respected voices in whitetail, turkey, elk, public land, and backcountry hunting. Whether you’re chasing your first buck or planning a western hunt, this is the show for driven outdoorsmen. #PublicLand #Whitetail #BackcountryHunting #DIYHunts #HuntStand

  1. Wills Avian-X Turkey Decoy Set | GEARED FOR THE HUNT

    2D AGO

    Wills Avian-X Turkey Decoy Set | GEARED FOR THE HUNT

    When it comes to closing the distance on a fired-up gobbler, your decoy setup can make or break the hunt.In this episode of GEARED FOR THE HUNT, Will Cooper breaks down his go-to turkey decoy system featuring Avian-X turkey decoys and how he uses them in real hunting situations. From early season setups to high-pressure birds, Will walks through when to run aggressive spreads, when to keep it subtle, and how to position your decoys to pull gobblers into range.This isn’t just about what decoys to use—it’s about how and why they work. You’ll learn how to read bird behavior, adjust your setup on the fly, and create scenarios that trigger dominant toms to commit.If you want more birds in your lap this spring, this is the decoy strategy you need to hear.Check Them out at www.avian-x.com Watch or listen on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Waypoint TV, and Rumble.Learn more at www.huntstand.com#TurkeyHunting #AvianX #TurkeyDecoys #HuntingGear #GEAREDFORTHEHUNT #TurkeySeason #HuntingStrategy FOLLOW JOSH & WILL: Josh: https://www.instagram.com/josh.j.dahlke/ Will: https://www.instagram.com/willtcooper/ DOWNLOAD HUNTSTAND https://www.huntstand.com/subscriptions/ HUNTSTAND FIELD NOTES https://www.huntstand.com/fieldnotes/ GET SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huntstand/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HuntStand TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@huntstandofficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    9 min
  2. roven E-Scouting Strategy for Turkey Hunting

    3D AGO

    roven E-Scouting Strategy for Turkey Hunting

    If you want to find more turkeys before the season even starts, it begins with how you e-scout.In this episode, Will Cooper and Josh Dahlke break down a proven e-scouting strategy for turkey hunting using tools inside the HuntStand app. From identifying key habitat and terrain features to locating roosting areas, travel corridors, and high-probability setup locations, this episode is built to help you show up with a plan instead of guessing.Whether you’re hunting new ground, public land, or trying to dial in a property you’ve struggled with, this conversation walks through exactly how to use maps, satellite imagery, and real-world sign to your advantage before ever stepping foot in the woods.If you’re serious about tagging more birds this season, this is where it starts.Watch or listen on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Waypoint TV, and Rumble.Learn more at www.huntstand.com#TurkeyHunting #EScouting #HuntStand #PublicLandHunting #TurkeySeason #HuntingStrategy FOLLOW JOSH & WILL: Josh: https://www.instagram.com/josh.j.dahlke/ Will: https://www.instagram.com/willtcooper/ DOWNLOAD HUNTSTAND https://www.huntstand.com/subscriptions/ HUNTSTAND FIELD NOTES https://www.huntstand.com/fieldnotes/ GET SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huntstand/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HuntStand TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@huntstandofficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 14m
  3. The American Wild Turkey Historical Foundation with Paul Campbell

    5D AGO

    The American Wild Turkey Historical Foundation with Paul Campbell

    Back in the studio, Will Cooper and Josh Dahlke sit down with Paul Campbell from the American Wild Turkey Historical Foundation for a deep dive into the history, culture, and legacy of the wild turkey. From the restoration of wild turkey populations across North America to the stories, artifacts, and traditions that shaped modern turkey hunting, this episode covers it all. Paul shares insight into how conservation efforts, passionate hunters, and organizations like the American Wild Turkey Historical Foundation have played a critical role in preserving one of America’s most iconic game birds. If you’re a serious turkey hunter, conservation-minded outdoorsman, or someone who appreciates the heritage behind the hunt, this conversation delivers real value. You’ll hear how wild turkeys made one of the greatest comebacks in wildlife conservation and why protecting that success matters today. Learn more about the American Wild Turkey Historical Foundation here: https://www.awthf.org/ Watch or listen on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more. Learn more about HuntStand at www.huntstand.com #TurkeyHunting #WildTurkey #HuntingPodcast #Conservation #HuntStand #TurkeySeason #HuntingHeritage #PublicLandHunting FOLLOW JOSH & WILL: Josh: https://www.instagram.com/josh.j.dahlke/ Will: https://www.instagram.com/willtcooper/ DOWNLOAD HUNTSTAND https://www.huntstand.com/subscriptions/ HUNTSTAND FIELD NOTES https://www.huntstand.com/fieldnotes/ GET SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huntstand/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HuntStand TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@huntstandofficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    39 min
  4. Muddy TRX Turkey Camo Apparel | GEARED FOR THE HUNT

    APR 7

    Muddy TRX Turkey Camo Apparel | GEARED FOR THE HUNT

    Turkey season will expose your gear fast. In this episode of the HuntStand Podcast, Will Cooper breaks down his go-to Muddy TRX camo setup and the exact pieces he’s wearing in the turkey woods this spring. From lightweight pants built for covering ground to breathable layers that keep you comfortable when the action heats up, this is a real-world look at turkey hunting gear that actually performs. Whether you’re run-and-gun hunting or setting up on a stubborn longbeard, having the right camo system matters. If you’re looking for the best turkey hunting clothing, camo systems, and gear for spring hunts, this episode will help you dial in your setup. Check it out at www.gomuddy.com FOLLOW JOSH & WILL: Josh: https://www.instagram.com/josh.j.dahlke/ Will: https://www.instagram.com/willtcooper/ DOWNLOAD HUNTSTAND https://www.huntstand.com/subscriptions/ HUNTSTAND FIELD NOTES https://www.huntstand.com/fieldnotes/ GET SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huntstand/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HuntStand TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@huntstandofficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    8 min
  5. Exploring the Turkey Van Tour with Roy Holdford | Turkey Hunting Special

    APR 2

    Exploring the Turkey Van Tour with Roy Holdford | Turkey Hunting Special

    We’re closing out the Turkey Hunting Special series with a bang as we hit the road with Roy Holdford and his Turkey Van Tour. From chasing gobbles across multiple states to living the run-and-gun lifestyle day in and day out, Roy breaks down what it takes to stay on birds all season long. This episode dives into the grind, the freedom, and the obsession that fuels turkey hunters—and what better way to wrap up the series than with a story that embodies it all. FOLLOW JOSH & WILL: Josh: https://www.instagram.com/josh.j.dahlke/ Will: https://www.instagram.com/willtcooper/ DOWNLOAD HUNTSTAND https://www.huntstand.com/subscriptions/ HUNTSTAND FIELD NOTES https://www.huntstand.com/fieldnotes/ GET SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huntstand/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HuntStand TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@huntstandofficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    44 min
  6. Grand Slam Addiction with Jeff Budz | Turkey Hunting Special

    MAR 31

    Grand Slam Addiction with Jeff Budz | Turkey Hunting Special

    Join us for Episode 243 of the HuntStand Podcast as we sit down with Jeff Budz to talk about a true obsession—chasing the Grand Slam of wild turkeys.From Easterns to Osceolas, Rios to Merriam’s, Jeff dives into what fuels the addiction to traveling the country in pursuit of all four subspecies. We break down the challenges of each bird, the unique terrain and tactics required, and the mindset it takes to stay locked in when the grind gets real. Along the way, Jeff shares stories from the road, lessons learned from close calls and successes, and why the chase never really ends once you’ve caught the bug.If you’ve ever dreamed of completing a Grand Slam—or just love the pursuit of hard-earned gobblers—this episode is packed with insight, strategy, and straight-up turkey hunting passion. FOLLOW JOSH & WILL: Josh: https://www.instagram.com/josh.j.dahlke/ Will: https://www.instagram.com/willtcooper/ DOWNLOAD HUNTSTAND https://www.huntstand.com/subscriptions/ HUNTSTAND FIELD NOTES https://www.huntstand.com/fieldnotes/ GET SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huntstand/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HuntStand TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@huntstandofficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 1m
  7. Turkey Hunting in Hawaii with Jon Sabati | Turkey Hunting Special

    MAR 27

    Turkey Hunting in Hawaii with Jon Sabati | Turkey Hunting Special

    Step off the mainland and into one of the most unique turkey hunting experiences on earth. In this episode, we sit down with Jon Sabati to break down what it’s really like chasing gobblers in Hawaii. From volcanic terrain and unpredictable weather to birds that act nothing like their mainland counterparts, this conversation dives into the challenges, tactics, and surprises that make Hawaiian turkey hunting a true adventure. If you think you’ve seen it all in the turkey woods—think again. FOLLOW JOSH & WILL: Josh: https://www.instagram.com/josh.j.dahlke/ Will: https://www.instagram.com/willtcooper/ DOWNLOAD HUNTSTAND https://www.huntstand.com/subscriptions/ HUNTSTAND FIELD NOTES https://www.huntstand.com/fieldnotes/ GET SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huntstand/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HuntStand TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@huntstandofficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    40 min
  8. Canadian Gobblers & Slamming with Rob Keck | Turkey Hunting Special

    MAR 24

    Canadian Gobblers & Slamming with Rob Keck | Turkey Hunting Special

    Step into the history and heartbeat of modern turkey hunting with Rob Keck in this episode of the Turkey Hunting Special. From his start with the NWTF in 1978 to helping shape decades of wild turkey conservation, Rob walks through the milestones that built the foundation we benefit from today. We dive into the launch of the Wild Turkey Research Center, the rise of nationwide chapters, the impact of the Super Fund on habitat restoration, and the groundbreaking Target 2000 restocking efforts that helped restore turkey populations across the country. Rob also shares stories from the early days of the NWTF and how those conservation wins directly impact the gobblers we chase every spring. If you’re passionate about turkey hunting, conservation, and the legacy behind it all — this one’s packed with perspective you won’t want to miss. FOLLOW JOSH & WILL: Josh: https://www.instagram.com/josh.j.dahlke/ Will: https://www.instagram.com/willtcooper/ DOWNLOAD HUNTSTAND https://www.huntstand.com/subscriptions/ HUNTSTAND FIELD NOTES https://www.huntstand.com/fieldnotes/ GET SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huntstand/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HuntStand TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@huntstandofficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 1m
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Hosted by Will Cooper and Josh Dahlke, the HuntStand Podcast brings you real hunting stories, expert strategies, and conversations with the most respected voices in whitetail, turkey, elk, public land, and backcountry hunting. Whether you’re chasing your first buck or planning a western hunt, this is the show for driven outdoorsmen. #PublicLand #Whitetail #BackcountryHunting #DIYHunts #HuntStand

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