EP 115 | Why Archery Pro Shops Lead The Way With Dan Ellyson & Randy Graber (A1 x Custom Archery)

EP 115 | Why Archery Pro Shops Lead The Way With Dan Ellyson & Randy Graber (A1 x Custom Archery)

Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we're joined by Randy Graber [https://www.instagram.com/customarcheryanddoutdoors/] from Custom Archery [https://customarcheryandoutdoors.com/] and Dan Ellyson [https://www.instagram.com/a1archery_dan/] from A1 Archery [https://www.instagram.com/a1_archery/] for a conversation covering all things archery. We kick things off by announcing the exciting partnership between Custom Archery and Bowtackle [https://bowtackle.com/], along with the launch of Custom Archery's brand-new online store and what customers can expect to find there. Dan shares the story behind building A1 Archery into one of Wisconsin's top bow shops, while both Randy and Dan discuss the importance of top-notch customer service and why it continues to set local pro shops apart. Throughout the episode, we dive into the most common issues they see coming through their shop doors and the challenges of running successful archery businesses. We cover why local pro shops provide value that big-box retailers can't replicate and wrap up by talking about the hottest bows, accessories, and archery products customers are buying today. 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 114 | Lessons Learned From a Whitetail Habitat Consultant With Dylan Lenz

Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we sit down with Dylan Lenz [https://www.instagram.com/dylan__lenz/] to discuss his journey from getting his foot in the door in the hunting industry to becoming Jeff Sturgis [https://www.whitetailhabitatsolutions.com/]' right-hand man. Dylan shares how years of hands-on experience shaped his understanding of land management and helped him grow and represent one of the most respected habitat consultants in the whitetail world. We dive into practical habitat strategies, including how little equipment you actually need to create a successful food plot, the best ways to dial in property access, and how Dylan prioritizes travel corridors and mock scrapes when designing a property. He also breaks down the pros and cons of placing water holes in food plots versus within the timber and explains what he's seeing work best today. As a habitat consultant, Dylan has evaluated countless properties across the Midwest, and he reveals his new favorite area in Wisconsin, one that might surprise a lot of hunters. He also shares what he is searching for in a hunting property, what people often overlook, and everything in between. 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 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]