Wild Spirits Outdoors

Broadheads, Bowhunting, and the Rise of SLATRA Archery w/ Special Guest Nate Burdette| Episode 37

USE PROMO CODE: WSO10 for 10% off your purchase at https://www.slatraarchery.com/ USE THIS LINK for 20% off and free shipping from SKRE: https://skregear.com/sca_ref=11144532.UwBU8OjHF7vNT Episode 37 of the Wild Spirits Outdoors Podcast features Nate Burdette, founder of SLATRA Archery. Nate joins the show to discuss his journey into archery hunting, the inspiration behind SLATRA, and the realities of designing broadheads built for true field performance. We dive into bow setups, broadhead tuning, hunting philosophy, modern hunting culture, and some unforgettable stories from the woods. This episode also marks the official announcement of SLATRA Archery joining Wild Spirits Outdoors as a new podcast partner. If you’re passionate about bowhunting, whitetails, and authentic hunting conversations, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. #WildSpiritsOutdoors #SLATRA #Bowhunting #ArcheryHunting #Whitetail #Broadheads #HuntingPodcast #WhitetailDeer #OutdoorPodcast #FixedBladeBroadheads

4th Quarter Audible being called by the Michigan Natural Resources Commission? What Hunters Need to Know Before May 13 | Episode 36 w/ Special Guest Jordan Hoover

Rumors are swirling around the Michigan Natural Resources Commission ahead of the critical May 13th vote-and hunters across Michigan are asking the same question: Is the NRC changing course at the last minute? In this episode of Wild Spirits Outdoors, Jordan Hoover and I break down the growing speculation surrounding Michigan deer regulations, the political pressure building behind the scenes, and what these potential changes could mean for the future of hunting in Michigan. From One Buck Rule discussions to newly developing talks of Earn a 2nd Buck, and hunter frustration to years of declining confidence in wildlife management, this is a raw, unfiltered conversation about the direction of deer hunting in the Great Lakes State. We dive into: Rumored NRC shifts before the May 13 vote Political influence and pressure surrounding deer regulations Concerns over hunter recruitment, retention, and satisfaction What happens if the NRC reverses course-or doubles down Whether you support OBR, oppose it, or are just trying to understand what’s really happening inside Michigan hunting politics, this episode brings together the conversations hunters across the state are already having around campfires, in bow shops, and across social media. 🎯 If you care about the future of Michigan deer hunting, this is an episode you do not want to miss. 📍 Subscribe to Wild Spirits Outdoors for more hunting podcasts, Michigan deer hunting discussions, whitetail strategy, conservation debates, and real conversations from hunters who live the lifestyle year-round. Don't forget to check out SKRE Gear! Use this link for 20% your order and free shipping: https://skregear.com?sca_ref=11144532.UwBU8OjHF7vNT #MichiganHunting #WhitetailDeer #MichiganNRC #OneBuckRule #OBR #DeerHunting #WildSpiritsOutdoors #Whitetail #HuntingPodcast #MichiganOutdoors #PublicLandHunting #Conservation #HuntingNews

No Days Off: Travel, Training & Chasin’ Turkeys | Episode 35

Episode 35 is a solo episode packed with real talk, spring hunting stories, and the grind behind the lifestyle. This week, I recap: Recent work travel and what it means to be home. Morel mushroom hunting and time in the woods with my wife. Week 3 of the Train to Kill workout and archery routine. A full breakdown of my latest turkey hunt—what worked and what didn’t. I also cover the upcoming May 13th Michigan NRC meeting, announce SLATRA Archery joining the podcast on May 19th, I also am excited to introduce a new partnership with SKRE Gear, where listeners can get 20% off and free shipping using this link: https://skregear.com?sca_ref=11144532.UwBU8OjHF7vNT If you’re about discipline, growth, and doing things the right way in the woods—this one’s for you. 🔥Chase the Wild. Feel the Spirit.🔥

BS Session #3 w/ Q&A

No Script. Just real treestand talk- the failures, the mindset shifts, and everything in between.This one goes deeper than tags and trophies: I get into the mental battles that most guys don't talk about. If you've ever questioned yourself in the woods or had questions about hunting mindsets... this one's for you.Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.Drop a comment or question! Chase the Wild. Feel the Spirit.#HuntingPodcast #whitetailhunting #bowhunting #outdoorlife #outdoorpodcast #deerhunting #hunting

Train to Kill: The 16-Week System for Ethical Archery Lethality. | Episode 33

ARE YOU GETTING READY FOR ARCHERY SEASON? Season is fast approaching! Don't just shoot a few arrows and call yourself season-ready. When the moment of truth comes… elevated heart rate, awkward angle, low light… things can go sideways in a hurry! If you haven't practiced for it, that’s not bad luck- That’s lack of preparation. I'll break down a step-by-step 16-week system designed to take you from a casual archery hunter… to a trained killer when it actually matters. We'll cover: 🏹 Building strength and endurance for proper shot execution 🏹 Fixing form issues that quietly ruin accuracy 🏹 Real-world shooting scenarios (tree stand, pressure, angles) 🏹 How to train for the ONE shot that counts 🏹 The truth about lethality and responsibility This isn’t about shooting tight groups in your backyard for social media- This is about becoming the kind of hunter that: ✔ Makes clean, ethical shots ✔ Recovers animals efficiently ✔ Respects the life you’re taking 👉 If you take your hunting seriously… this episode is non-negotiable. 🎧 Listen now on: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts 🔥Chase the Wild. Feel the Spirit.🔥 #ArcheryPractice #BowhuntingLife #ShotPlacement#ArcheryTraining #BowhuntingTips #ArcheryAccuracy #TrainToHunt