The WhitetailDNA Podcast

EP 113 | The Heartland Bowhunter With Mike Hunsucker

Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we are joined by Mike Hunsucker [https://www.instagram.com/michaelhunsucker/?hl=en] of Heartland Bowhunter [https://www.youtube.com/@HeartlandBowhunter]. Mike takes us through his journey in the hunting industry and the evolution of Heartland Bowhunter over the last two decades. Mike shares how the brand got its start, the challenges and opportunities that have shaped its growth, and what keeps him motivated after 20 years of chasing whitetails and telling stories through multi-platform media. We also dive into the current state of deer populations across Missouri, discuss potential changes on the horizon for nonresident hunters, and talk about the unique excitement that comes with hunting a brand-new property without any prior intel. Mike breaks down his favorite time of year to target mature bucks, the rut tactics he relies on to consistently find success, and his approach to adapting when conditions change. To wrap things up, we cover practical land management strategies, including how to prevent food plots from burning out during late-summer droughts and what hunters can do to keep their properties attractive heading into fall. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show! *New Episodes Drop Every Wednesday* Connect with WhitetailDNA: Subscribe to the YouTube Channel [https://rebrand.ly/wdnayt/pod] Follow us on Instagram [https://rebrand.ly/wdnaig/pod] & Facebook [https://rebrand.ly/wdnafb/pod] Visit the WhitetailDNA Website [https://rebrand.ly/wdnaweb/pod] Shop WhitetailDNA Merch [https://rebrand.ly/wdnamerch/pod] The WhitetailDNA Podcast is Presented By: Pnuma Outdoors [https://pnumaoutdoors.com/?rfsn=8537658.9f3ee67] - Save 20% (code: WDNA20) Woodhaven Calls [https://rebrand.ly/woodhaven/pod] - Save 10% (code: WNDA10) Tactacam Reveal Cameras [https://rebrand.ly/reveal/pod] Custom Archery & Outdoors [https://rebrand.ly/custom/pod] Hoyt Archery [https://rebrand.ly/hoyt/pod] OnX Hunt [https://rebrand.ly/onx/pod] Plot Blaster [https://rebrand.ly/plotblaster/pod] Domain Outdoor [https://rebrand.ly/domain/pod] Vortex Optics [https://rebrand.ly/vortex/pod] HHA [https://rebrand.ly/hha/pod] Kifaru [https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tool_type=cl&merchant_id=6ecd0cc3-d15a-424a-bbfb-dc6f42b2ebe9&website_id=aeb0661d-7ad2-403d-8637-f08e26d0835a&url=https%3A%2F%2Fkifaru.net]

EP 112 | Turning Dreams Into Legacies With Tyler Markham (Legacy Acres Land Co)

Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we are joined by Tyler Markham [https://www.instagram.com/talesfromtyler/] of Legacy Acres Land Co [https://www.legacyacresland.com/]. to discuss his unique journey from flipping houses full-time to becoming a leader in the land real estate industry. With an extensive background in residential, commercial, and recreational land transactions, Tyler shares the lessons he learned along the way and how those experiences have shaped his approach to helping his clients maximize value in today's market. We dive into the pros and cons of investing in traditional real estate versus land, creative financing strategies for purchasing hunting properties, and tips for finding great deals despite market competition. Tyler also explains what sets Legacy Acres Land Co. apart from other land brokerages, how landowners can force equity and increase property value through whitetail equity, and gives us an inside look at his next exciting project in Illinois. We wrap up the conversation by discussing the impact of EHD on Ohio's deer population and what hunters and landowners should be watching for moving forward. Whether you're interested in land investing, hunting property ownership, or improving your whitetail ground, this episode is packed with valuable information. Enjoy the show! *New Episodes Drop Every Wednesday* Connect with WhitetailDNA: Subscribe to the YouTube Channel [https://rebrand.ly/wdnayt/pod] Follow us on Instagram [https://rebrand.ly/wdnaig/pod] & Facebook [https://rebrand.ly/wdnafb/pod] Visit the WhitetailDNA Website [https://rebrand.ly/wdnaweb/pod] Shop WhitetailDNA Merch [https://rebrand.ly/wdnamerch/pod] The WhitetailDNA Podcast is Presented By: Pnuma Outdoors [https://pnumaoutdoors.com/?rfsn=8537658.9f3ee67] - Save 20% (code: WDNA20) Woodhaven Calls [https://rebrand.ly/woodhaven/pod] - Save 10% (code: WNDA10) Tactacam Reveal Cameras [https://rebrand.ly/reveal/pod] Custom Archery & Outdoors [https://rebrand.ly/custom/pod] Hoyt Archery [https://rebrand.ly/hoyt/pod] OnX Hunt [https://rebrand.ly/onx/pod] Plot Blaster [https://rebrand.ly/plotblaster/pod] Domain Outdoor [https://rebrand.ly/domain/pod] Vortex Optics [https://rebrand.ly/vortex/pod] HHA [https://rebrand.ly/hha/pod] Kifaru [https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tool_type=cl&merchant_id=6ecd0cc3-d15a-424a-bbfb-dc6f42b2ebe9&website_id=aeb0661d-7ad2-403d-8637-f08e26d0835a&url=https%3A%2F%2Fkifaru.net]

EP 111 | Building Better Food Plots With Riley Arnold (Domain Outdoor)

Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we are joined by Riley Arnold [https://www.instagram.com/riley_arnold_m2/] of Domain Outdoor [https://domainoutdoor.com/] to discuss the fundamentals of building a successful food plot for deer. Riley is the national sales and marketing manager for Domain and has years of experience planting food plots. Riley shares his insights on selecting the right seed blends, proper seed rates, and the importance of thorough plot preparation before planting. We also cover late-season food sources that perform under heavy snow, the benefits of crop rotation and multi-year food plot planning, and how Domain has grown from just 6 dealers to more than 3,200 locations nationwide. To wrap things up, Riley breaks down Domain's online property consulting program [https://domainoutdoor.com/pages/property-planner] and how it can help landowners maximize the potential of their hunting properties. This is a great conversation on how you can take your food plots to the next level. Enjoy the show! *New Episodes Drop Every Wednesday* Connect with WhitetailDNA: Subscribe to the YouTube Channel [https://rebrand.ly/wdnayt/pod] Follow us on Instagram [https://rebrand.ly/wdnaig/pod] & Facebook [https://rebrand.ly/wdnafb/pod] Visit the WhitetailDNA Website [https://rebrand.ly/wdnaweb/pod] Shop WhitetailDNA Merch [https://rebrand.ly/wdnamerch/pod] The WhitetailDNA Podcast is Presented By: Pnuma Outdoors [https://pnumaoutdoors.com/?rfsn=8537658.9f3ee67] - Save 20% (code: WDNA20) Woodhaven Calls [https://rebrand.ly/woodhaven/pod] - Save 10% (code: WNDA10) Tactacam Reveal Cameras [https://rebrand.ly/reveal/pod] Custom Archery & Outdoors [https://rebrand.ly/custom/pod] Hoyt Archery [https://rebrand.ly/hoyt/pod] OnX Hunt [https://rebrand.ly/onx/pod] Plot Blaster [https://rebrand.ly/plotblaster/pod] Domain Outdoor [https://rebrand.ly/domain/pod] Vortex Optics [https://rebrand.ly/vortex/pod] HHA [https://rebrand.ly/hha/pod] Kifaru [https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tool_type=cl&merchant_id=6ecd0cc3-d15a-424a-bbfb-dc6f42b2ebe9&website_id=aeb0661d-7ad2-403d-8637-f08e26d0835a&url=https%3A%2F%2Fkifaru.net]

EP 110 | Turkey Tour Finale: Grinding For Late Season Gobblers in Northern Minnesota

Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, Kaleb Comstock heads north for his first-ever out-of-state turkey hunt, and the guys quickly learn there may be no tougher challenge than chasing late-season birds in the big woods of northern Minnesota. Alex and Kaleb break down the entire hunt, from tough conditions and hard-gobbling birds to the mental highs and lows that make turkey hunting so addicting. The guys dive into how birds were acting this late in the season, what adjustments they had to make on the fly, and the lessons learned from hunting unfamiliar country. They also shift gears into summer prep for deer season, discussing scouting, trail cameras, and getting ready for fall bucks. Plus, stick around to the end of the episode for a surprise you won't want to miss. Enjoy the show! *New Episodes Drop Every Wednesday* Connect with WhitetailDNA: Subscribe to the YouTube Channel [https://rebrand.ly/wdnayt/pod] Follow us on Instagram [https://rebrand.ly/wdnaig/pod] & Facebook [https://rebrand.ly/wdnafb/pod] Visit the WhitetailDNA Website [https://rebrand.ly/wdnaweb/pod] Shop WhitetailDNA Merch [https://rebrand.ly/wdnamerch/pod] The WhitetailDNA Podcast is Presented By: Pnuma Outdoors [https://pnumaoutdoors.com/?rfsn=8537658.9f3ee67] - Save 20% (code: WDNA20) Woodhaven Calls [https://rebrand.ly/woodhaven/pod] - Save 10% (code: WNDA10) Tactacam Reveal Cameras [https://rebrand.ly/reveal/pod] Custom Archery & Outdoors [https://rebrand.ly/custom/pod] Hoyt Archery [https://rebrand.ly/hoyt/pod] OnX Hunt [https://rebrand.ly/onx/pod] Plot Blaster [https://rebrand.ly/plotblaster/pod] Domain Outdoor [https://rebrand.ly/domain/pod] Vortex Optics [https://rebrand.ly/vortex/pod] HHA [https://rebrand.ly/hha/pod] Kifaru [https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tool_type=cl&merchant_id=6ecd0cc3-d15a-424a-bbfb-dc6f42b2ebe9&website_id=aeb0661d-7ad2-403d-8637-f08e26d0835a&url=https%3A%2F%2Fkifaru.net]

EP 109 | The Rebirth of Bowfest With Chris Nehring

Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we head to Mont Du Lac Resort [https://www.mdlresort.com/] to sit down with Chris Nehring [https://www.facebook.com/montdulacbowfest/] to talk all things Bowfest [https://www.bowfest.com/]. Chris is the Sales and Marketing Director at Mont Du Lac Resort and has played a pivotal role in transforming Bowfest into what it is today. We dive into the history of Bowfest, what originally made it a staple summer archery event in Superior, Wisconsin, and how the shoot changed through the years as the archery industry and community evolved alongside it. Chris also opens up about how 2024 became the turning point and final decision to bring Bowfest back to what made it special in the first place — creating an experience built around the archery community. We discuss what separates Bowfest from other shoots around the country, why the team decided to completely revamp the event heading into 2025, and the characteristics that helped Bowfest make a complete 180. From improved courses and better shooter experiences to rebuilding the atmosphere and energy around the event, Chris explains the vision behind making Bowfest great again. If you've ever thought about attending Bowfest, this episode gives you a full preview of what to expect when you make the trip to Mont Du Lac Resort each July. Whether you're a hardcore competitive archer, a bowhunter looking for summer practice, or just someone wanting a fun weekend with family and friends, Bowfest offers a unique experience unlike any other archery event out there. Enjoy the show! *New Episodes Drop Every Wednesday* Connect with WhitetailDNA: Subscribe to the YouTube Channel [https://rebrand.ly/wdnayt/pod] Follow us on Instagram [https://rebrand.ly/wdnaig/pod] & Facebook [https://rebrand.ly/wdnafb/pod] Visit the WhitetailDNA Website [https://rebrand.ly/wdnaweb/pod] Shop WhitetailDNA Merch [https://rebrand.ly/wdnamerch/pod] The WhitetailDNA Podcast is Presented By: Pnuma Outdoors [https://pnumaoutdoors.com/?rfsn=8537658.9f3ee67] - Save 20% (code: WDNA20) Woodhaven Calls [https://rebrand.ly/woodhaven/pod] - Save 10% (code: WNDA10) Tactacam Reveal Cameras [https://rebrand.ly/reveal/pod] Custom Archery & Outdoors [https://rebrand.ly/custom/pod] Hoyt Archery [https://rebrand.ly/hoyt/pod] OnX Hunt [https://rebrand.ly/onx/pod] Plot Blaster [https://rebrand.ly/plotblaster/pod] Domain Outdoor [https://rebrand.ly/domain/pod] Vortex Optics [https://rebrand.ly/vortex/pod] HHA [https://rebrand.ly/hha/pod] Kifaru [https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tool_type=cl&merchant_id=6ecd0cc3-d15a-424a-bbfb-dc6f42b2ebe9&website_id=aeb0661d-7ad2-403d-8637-f08e26d0835a&url=https%3A%2F%2Fkifaru.net]