Episode 114: Alex from Buck Down Deer Hunting Podcast – Solving the Whitetail Puzzle with Real Tactics & Stories

Ep 120 Caleb Strunk – Duck & Dog Apparel | Faith-Based Hunting Gear & Building an Outdoor Brand

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2217992/fan_mail/new] Join Ron & Kris for a great conversation with Caleb Strunk, founder of Duck & Dog Apparel — a faith-based hunting apparel brand. Caleb opens up about the brand’s origins, how faith drives everything they do, the realities of starting and growing an outdoor clothing company, and the deep passion for waterfowl hunting and our loyal hunting dogs. A genuine and inspiring episode for any hunter who values faith, family, and the outdoors. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/tracksandtackle] Merchandise [https://tracksandtackle.com/] YouTube: @tracksandtackle [http://www.youtube.com/@TracksandTackle]  @mentzeroutdoors [http://www.youtube.com/@MentzerOutdoors] Email: mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com Rumble:  @MentzerOutdoors [https://rumble.com/c/c-1627315] Instagram: @MentzerOutdoors [https://www.instagram.com/mentzeroutdoors/] @TracksandTackle [https://www.instagram.com/tracksandtackle/]

EP 119 Tracks & Tackle | Susquehanna Fishing Guide Matt Webb Big Rock Fishing Charters

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2217992/fan_mail/new] 🎙️ Tracks & Tackle Podcast | Episode 119: Captain Matt Webb – Big Rock Fishing Charters | Susquehanna River Smallmouth Bass & Flathead Catfish Ron Mentzer and Josh Buchman sit down with Captain Matt Webb, owner of Big Rock Fishing Charters, to talk all things river fishing in Pennsylvania. From the unique fishery of the Susquehanna River to practical tips for catching smallmouth bass and monster flathead catfish, this episode is packed with actionable advice for both beginners and experienced anglers. We cover: - Matt’s journey starting Big Rock Fishing Charters and what it takes to build a successful fishing guide business - What makes the Susquehanna River such a special and productive fishery - Smallmouth bass and flathead catfish tactics, seasonal patterns, and pro tips - Differences in river fishing between Pennsylvania and Maryland - What to expect on a guided trip with Big Rock Fishing Charters Whether you’re looking to book a charter, improve your river fishing game, or learn how to turn your passion for fishing into a business, this episode delivers real value. 👉 Book a Trip with Big Rock Fishing Charters: https://www.bigrockfishingcharters.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572859744865 👉 Follow Tracks & Tackle / Mentzer Outdoors: Instagram: @tracksandtackle | @mentzeroutdoors YouTube:  @TracksandTackle [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCBY5dZGhpM-HDdAx_j5_7gg]  |  @MentzerOutdoors [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCYIbW70AuCHkkllB0gJgdUQ]  Podcast: "Tracks & Tackle: Nature is our Playground" Email: mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Captain Matt Webb and His Journey 04:39 The Unique Fishing Experience in Pennsylvania 08:14 Fishing Techniques and Species Targeted 09:49 The Joy of Guiding Fishing Trips 11:38 The Importance of Catch and Release 13:19 Transitioning to a Charter Business 13:41 Memorable Experiences with Young Anglers 15:43 The Passion for Fishing and Sharing It 16:40 The Right Equipment for the River 18:41 Daily Operations of Big Rock Fishing Charters 21:10 Fishing Techniques and Patterns 22:09 The Thrill of the Catch 22:50 Big Flathead Adventures 25:32 Booking a Fishing Trip 27:07 Essential Gear and Preparation 28:17 Memorable Fishing Stories 31:08 The Journey to Becoming a Guide 36:29 Tips for River Fishing 40:41 Common Misconceptions in Fishing 43:26 Creating a Fun Fishing Experience #RiverFishing #SusquehannaRiver #SmallmouthBass #FlatheadCatfish #PennsylvaniaFishing #FishingGuide #FishingCharters #BigRockFishingCharters #SusquehannaFishing #OutdoorPodcast #TracksAndTackle #FishingTips #KeystoneStateFishing Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/tracksandtackle] Merchandise [https://tracksandtackle.com/] YouTube: @tracksandtackle [http://www.youtube.com/@TracksandTackle]  @mentzeroutdoors [http://www.youtube.com/@MentzerOutdoors] Email: mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com Rumble:  @MentzerOutdoors [https://rumble.com/c/c-1627315] Instagram: @MentzerOutdoors [https://www.instagram.com/mentzeroutdoors/] @TracksandTackle [https://www.instagram.com/tracksandtackle/]

Ep 118 🎙️ Tracks & Tackle Podcast – Round Table Session is BACK!

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2217992/fan_mail/new] In this no-filter guy-talk episode, Ron, Kris, and returning guest Brian Kritzer pull up chairs for a laid-back conversation covering everything from epic hunting stories to music debates and the future of the outdoors.  We break down: - Our personal “Mount Rushmore” of the Top 5 Songs of All Time (the debate gets heated!) - How to get kids and youth excited and passionate about hunting, fishing & the outdoors - Favorite hunting memories that still give us chills Real talk, big laughs, and plenty of relatable guy stuff – exactly what you expect from a Tracks & Tackle Round Table. If you love hunting stories, outdoor lifestyle chats, and good old-fashioned banter, this one’s for you! 👍 Hit LIKE if you enjoyed the conversation! 🛎️ Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. 💬 Drop your Mount Rushmore songs or favorite hunting memory in the comments! Tracks & Tackle – Real Hunters, Real Stories, Real Outdoors. #HuntingPodcast #OutdoorPodcast https://www.lurenet.com/ Promo Code 3Boc10 📱Follow Our Socials! Merchandise: https://shop.goaionline.com/mentzer_outdoors/shop/home Instagram: https://shorturl.at/xRa4Q   | YouTube:  @MentzerOutdoors [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCYIbW70AuCHkkllB0gJgdUQ] @TracksandTackle [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCBY5dZGhpM-HDdAx_j5_7gg] Facebook: https://shorturl.at/nM776 Twitter: https://x.com/ron_mentzer Rumble:https://rumble.com/c/c-1627315 Buzzsprout: https://shorturl.at/6xPXw  @Buzzsprout [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCbaDmeVvDpc3bOGsS_-zseA]  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5ka3aA6542apF92hxxFcMy?si=e0fa24e29f124dc4  Linktr:https://linktr.ee/MentzerOutdoors  Email: mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/tracksandtackle] Merchandise [https://tracksandtackle.com/] YouTube: @tracksandtackle [http://www.youtube.com/@TracksandTackle]  @mentzeroutdoors [http://www.youtube.com/@MentzerOutdoors] Email: mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com Rumble:  @MentzerOutdoors [https://rumble.com/c/c-1627315] Instagram: @MentzerOutdoors [https://www.instagram.com/mentzeroutdoors/] @TracksandTackle [https://www.instagram.com/tracksandtackle/]

Ep 117 Tracks & Tackle Podcast | Turkey Season Update: Second Half Strategies, Sunday Hunting Changes & A Wild Bear Encounter!

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2217992/fan_mail/new] Ron Mentzer is joined by turkey specialist Justin Barrick and his hunting partner Chris Lightner for a timely conversation about Pennsylvania turkey season. With the season now in its second half and running through the end of May, the guys break down what late-season gobblers are doing and how the hunting has evolved in the Keystone State. In this episode we cover: - How turkey hunting in Pennsylvania has changed over the years - The newly approved Sunday hunting rule coming next year and what it means for hunters - Late-season tactics and what to expect in the final weeks - Stories from this spring’s hunts — including the wild morning at Ron’s cabin where a black bear sow and her cubs showed up instead of turkeys! Justin and Chris bring the knowledge, laughs, and real talk as we recap the season so far and get you fired up for the final push. If you’re still chasing gobblers in PA or just love great turkey hunting stories, this episode is a must-listen before the season ends! 👉 Follow the guys: Justin Barrick | Chris Lightner Bear Encounter Video |  ⁨@MentzerOutdoors⁩ [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCYIbW70AuCHkkllB0gJgdUQ]  https://youtu.be/EqRkvY0Kd18?si=4DUZB6fV2dK6evMx Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode! 📱 Follow Tracks & Tackle: Instagram: @tracksandtackle | @mentzeroutdoors YouTube: @tracksandtackle Podcast: "Tracks & Tackle: Nature is our Playground" on Spotify, Apple & everywhere else #TurkeySeason #PATurkeyHunting #PennsylvaniaTurkey #GobblerSeason #LateSeasonTurkeys #SundayHunting #BearEncounter #TracksAndTackle #TurkeyHuntingStories #KeystoneStateHunting Turkey Hunting, Pennsylvania, Wildlife Management, Hunting Stories, Outdoor Recreation 👍 Hit LIKE if you enjoyed the conversation! 🛎️ Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. 💬 Drop your Mount Rushmore songs or favorite hunting memory in the comments! Tracks & Tackle – Real Hunters, Real Stories, Real Outdoors. #HuntingPodcast #OutdoorPodcast @mentzeroutdoors | @tracksandtackle Fishing Tackle https://www.lurenet.com/ Promo Code 3Boc10 📱Follow Our Socials!  Merchandise: https://shop.goaionline.com/mentzer_outdoors/shop/home  Instagram: https://shorturl.at/xRa4Q   | YouTube:  @MentzerOutdoors   @TracksandTackle   Facebook: https://shorturl.at/nM776  Twitter: https://x.com/ron_mentzer  Rumble:https://rumble.com/c/c-1627315  Buzzsprout: https://shorturl.at/6xPXw  @Buzzsprout   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5ka3aA6542apF92hxxFcMy?si=e0fa24e29f124dc4  Linktr:https://linktr.ee/MentzerOutdoors  Email: mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/tracksandtackle] Merchandise [https://tracksandtackle.com/] YouTube: @tracksandtackle [http://www.youtube.com/@TracksandTackle]  @mentzeroutdoors [http://www.youtube.com/@MentzerOutdoors] Email: mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com Rumble:  @MentzerOutdoors [https://rumble.com/c/c-1627315] Instagram: @MentzerOutdoors [https://www.instagram.com/mentzeroutdoors/] @TracksandTackle [https://www.instagram.com/tracksandtackle/]

EP 116 Disconnect to Reconnect | Taking time to get Outdoors

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2217992/fan_mail/new] Join Ron and Kris as they explore outdoor adventures, family connections, and the importance of disconnecting to reconnect with nature and loved ones. This episode highlights recent wins, favorite destinations, and the value of shared experiences in the outdoors. Thanks for tuning in. 📱Follow Our Socials!  Merchandise: https://shop.goaionline.com/mentzer_outdoors/shop/home [https://shop.goaionline.com/mentzer_outdoors/shop/home]  Instagram: https://shorturl.at/xRa4Q [https://shorturl.at/xRa4Q]    Facebook: https://shorturl.at/nM776 [https://shorturl.at/nM776]  Twitter: https://x.com/ron_mentzer [https://x.com/ron_mentzer]  Rumble:https://rumble.com/c/c-1627315  Buzzsprout: https://shorturl.at/6xPXw [https://shorturl.at/6xPXw]  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5ka3aA6542apF92hxxFcMy?si=e0fa24e29f124dc4 [https://open.spotify.com/show/5ka3aA6542apF92hxxFcMy?si=e0fa24e29f124dc4]  Linktr:https://linktr.ee/MentzerOutdoors  Email: mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com [mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/tracksandtackle] Merchandise [https://tracksandtackle.com/] YouTube: @tracksandtackle [http://www.youtube.com/@TracksandTackle]  @mentzeroutdoors [http://www.youtube.com/@MentzerOutdoors] Email: mentzeroutdoors@gmail.com Rumble:  @MentzerOutdoors [https://rumble.com/c/c-1627315] Instagram: @MentzerOutdoors [https://www.instagram.com/mentzeroutdoors/] @TracksandTackle [https://www.instagram.com/tracksandtackle/]