The Hunting Dad Podcast

Jacob Emery
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Hey guys Jacob Emery here! Owner of DO3 Outdoors and now "The Hunting Dad Podcast" I appreciate you tuning in and hopefully you can take something away from me, or a guest on this show.

  1. 22h ago

    Ep. 45 Hunting Out of State on a Budget: Truck Camping, Food Prep, Saving Money & Making the Most of Every Trip!

    In this episode of The Hunting Dad Podcast, I'm hitting the road for Kansas and talking about what it takes to make an out-of-state hunting trip happen without breaking the bank. From sleeping in the back of your truck and finding ways to save money on the road to staying warm on those cold nights and comfortable during the warmer parts of the day, I'm sharing some of the things I've learned along the way. You don't have to spend a fortune on hotels, restaurants, and gear to enjoy an out-of-state hunting adventure. Sometimes it's about being resourceful, planning ahead, and making the most of what you have. Whether you're planning your first out-of-state hunt or looking for ways to stretch your hunting budget, hopefully you'll pick up a few ideas you can use on your next adventure. Kansas, here we come!

  2. 22h ago ·  Bonus

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  3. Oct 27

    Ep.44 Chasing Big Bucks Across State Lines: DIY Public Land Rut Hunting with Matt Millard

    In this episode of The Hunting Dad Podcast, I'm joined by Matt Millard, a dedicated public-land bowhunter from Northeast Tennessee who has spent years traveling across the country chasing mature whitetails. Matt shares his approach to planning DIY out-of-state rut hunts, finding overlooked public-land opportunities, and knowing when it's time to leave a spot instead of forcing a hunt. We get into why he prefers to keep his initial e-scouting broad, how he evaluates the private land surrounding public properties, and why scouting his way in with his gear on his back has become such an important part of his strategy. We also break down the timing of the rut, how weather influences October hunting, when food sources matter most, and why mature bucks often become a cover-focused puzzle as the season progresses. Matt explains how he balances long hunting trips with work, saves money to fund his adventures, and keeps himself mentally sharp when days in the woods aren't going as planned. Whether you're planning your first out-of-state hunt or looking to improve your approach to public-land whitetails, this conversation is packed with practical advice on scouting, hunting pressure, travel, and making the most of your time in the deer woods. Subscribe to DO3 Outdoors, and the podcast, and leave a five-star written review on spotify or apple podcasts if you enjoy the show!   Use code huntingdad at hawke optics to save 15% at checkout! Click this link to get 10% off AND FREE shipping off your order @ Dryshod boots!  https://dryshodusa.com/?sld=14

  4. Oct 20

    Ep. 43 Hunting Mature Bucks DIFFERENTLY on Public Land: Ground Hunting, Decoys & Aggressive Rut Tactics

    In this episode of The Hunting Dad Podcast, I sat down with Justin Bailey, a traditional bowhunter who travels to hunt public land and has developed an aggressive approach to pursuing mature whitetails. From hunting thick native grass and overlooked bedding areas to using a decoy to bring big bucks into bow range, Justin shares the unconventional tactics that have helped him get close to some incredible deer. Justin breaks down how he approaches unfamiliar public land, why hunting pressure can matter more than traditional buck sign, and how fresh tracks, doe bedding areas, food sources, and overlooked terrain features can help you find mature bucks during the rut. He also explains his approach to using decoys, grunting, and rattling together to create opportunities that other hunters might never get. If you're tired of hunting the same old spots, waiting for bucks to show up, or walking past overlooked areas because they don't look like traditional deer habitat, this conversation might change the way you approach your next hunt. Whether you're hunting big timber, thick cover, or open country, this episode is packed with ideas to help you think differently, hunt more aggressively, and create your own opportunities on public land.   Use code huntingdad at hawke optics to save 15% at checkout! Click this link to get 10% off AND FREE shipping off your order @ Dryshod boots!  https://dryshodusa.com/?sld=14

  5. Oct 13

    Ep. 42 Tag more MID Season Bucks: Food Sources, Scrapes & River Bottom Tactics with Austin Crutchfield

    In this episode of The Hunting Dad Podcast, I'm sitting down with Arkansas deer hunter Austin Crutchfield to talk mid-season whitetails, river-bottom hunting, and the tactics that have helped him find success year after year. Austin recently punched two buck tags just four days apart, and we break down how those hunts came together, from summer scouting and trail-camera intel to finding the right food sources and making adjustments when a setup isn't working. We get into the importance of finding hot oak trees, identifying fresh acorn sign, hunting persimmons, and understanding how changing water levels can create overlooked feeding and bedding opportunities. Austin also shares his thoughts on scrapes, trail-camera-shy bucks, overhunting productive areas, and why you need to find where a buck feels comfortable moving in daylight instead of repeatedly hunting where he only shows up after dark. We also discuss mobile hunting on private ground, using e-bikes to access deeper areas, balancing hunting with work and family, and making the most of limited time in the woods. No magic tricks or guaranteed formulas here—just a down-to-earth conversation about paying attention to the sign, adapting to what the deer are doing, and making every hunt count. If you're trying to tag a good buck before the rut, this episode has plenty of practical ideas to take into the woods. Thanks for listening to The Hunting Dad Podcast! If you enjoy the show, leave a five-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and check out DO3 Outdoors on YouTube.  Use code huntingdad at hawke optics to save 15% at checkout! Click this link to get 10% off AND FREE shipping off your order @ Dryshod boots!  https://dryshodusa.com/?sld=14

  6. Sep 11

    Ep. 41 Tagging a WORLD RECORD Buck! | Season Updates

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  7. Aug 25

    Ep. 40 From the South to the Midwest: What Actually Works for Whitetails! -Jacob Myers

    In this episode of The Hunting Dad Podcast, I got to sit down with my great friend, Jacob Myers from The Southern Outdoorsman podcast to talk about one of the biggest challenges facing hunters who travel from the South to the Midwest — figuring out what information to actually trust. From scent elimination and access to stand placement, wind, public-land tactics and everything in between, Midwest whitetail hunting comes with no shortage of opinions. The problem is, a lot of those opinions conflict with one another. We dive into how hunters can sort through all that information, determine what actually matters, and develop a system that fits the way they hunt instead of constantly chasing the latest tactic or piece of advice. We also talk about the differences between hunting Southern whitetails and Midwest deer, what makes the transition challenging, and how conversations through The Southern Outdoorsman have helped them learn from hunters with completely different experiences and approaches.    Use code huntingdad at hawke optics to save 15% at checkout! Click this link to get 10% off AND FREE shipping off your order @ Dryshod boots!  https://dryshodusa.com/?sld=14  And again, if you're looking to swap to, or try MOULTRIE cameras, Shoot me a message on either FB or Instagram and let me save you some bigtime cash!

    Ep. 40 From the South to the Midwest: What Actually Works for Whitetails! -Jacob Myers

  8. Aug 21

    Ep. 39 Young, Driven & Killing Mature Public Land Bucks -Gabe Staggs

    In this episode of The Hunting Dad Podcast, I sit down with Gabe Staggs, the 19-year-old son of super successful public-land hunter, Greg Staggs. Gabe has already developed an impressive track record of finding and killing mature public-land bucks, and we dive into the process behind his success. We talk about growing up learning from his dad, scouting, finding "an edge within an edge," unconventional access routes, hunting pressure, target panic, and the lessons he's learned from both success and failure. Gabe also shares the incredible story of a 173-inch public-land buck, the shot he missed, and the surprising journey that followed. This is a great conversation about learning to hunt smarter, adapting to individual deer, and ultimately beating public-land bucks at their own game.

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Hey guys Jacob Emery here! Owner of DO3 Outdoors and now "The Hunting Dad Podcast" I appreciate you tuning in and hopefully you can take something away from me, or a guest on this show.

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  • Creator
    Jacob Emery
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    The Hunting Dad Podcast

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