#26: Turkey Season That Got Away: Coyote, Cottonmouth & Close Calls

27: Baseball, Joe’s Birthday, and the New 22 Suppressor

In this episode Dad and Joe catch up on a hectic few weeks: a dramatic baseball tournament where Joe bounced back from a rough loss to pitch clutch elimination wins and reach the championship. They discuss starting the Brandon Bucks travel team with upcoming tryouts, Joe’s 11th birthday and summer plans for fishing and cards, plus a new YouTube build and review of the Angstadt Vanquish 10‑22 takedown barrel. They also cover filming hiccups, range safety lessons after a bolt incident, hunting and outdoor conditions, and plans for more videos and content this summer.

#26: Turkey Season That Got Away: Coyote, Cottonmouth & Close Calls

In this episode Dad and Joe recap a frustrating Mississippi turkey season full of rainouts, long sits, and almost-misses — from spooking a roosted jake to a close coyote encounter and Dad stepping on a cottonmouth. Despite no gobbles or successful hunts, they share the highlights and hard lessons learned. With turkey season over they talk plans for spring squirrel hunting, gear and video projects, bow practice for Joe, and finding more hunting permissions for next year.

#25: Part 2- Montana Knife Co. 3.0 Grand Opening Trip

Part two of the Montana trip picks up at the chaotic MKC grand opening: thousands of fans, early-morning lines, helicopters, food trucks, and nonstop fun!  The episode highlights the User Society barbecue, surprise giveaways (including a Damascus Blackfoot gifted to Joe), friendly faces across the MKC crew, and memorable moments with new friends and Gunner the black lab. We wrap up with low-key days of river watching, famous keg nachos, local coffee and cookies, and a heartfelt sense of gratitude for the whole experience.

Episode 24 Amendment: Clarifying Our Comments

This is an amendment to Episode 24 clarifying earlier remarks because I (Dad) have no idea how to edit these in!

#24: Part 1- Montana Knife Co. 3.0 Grand Opening Trip

Part one of our Montana trip: we recount traveling to Missoula for the Montana Knife Company 3.0 grand opening, unexpected schedule changes, and turning the trip into a family adventure. Friday highlights include a factory tour, shopping the new MKC retail space, meeting guests like Remi Warren, Danny Bolton, and Cam Haynes, a surprise knife from Bip for Joe, Joe picking a Stockyard knife, and a party full of food, friends, and unforgettable moments. We close feeling grateful for the community and hospitality at MKC — stay tuned for part two covering Saturday and the rest of the trip.