Just Hunt Podcast

Just Hunt Podcast

The Just Hunt Podcast is all about just getting out and hunting. We will cover topics from gear, strategy, to just having a good ole campfire talk.

Episodes

July 11, 2025 112 mins

This week on the Just Hunt Podcast, we sit down with Cody McDonald — a registered Maine Guide, lifelong outdoorsman, and contributor to the Moose Hunt Podcast. From commercial fishing in the Bering Sea to oil rigs off Adak Island, Cody's real passion lies in the rugged terrain of the North Maine Woods, chasing moose and tracking giant bucks. Cody shares his journey into moose guiding, memorable moments, and what he anticipates ...

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On this episode, we sit down with Mark Kenyon — author, conservationist, and host of the Wired to Hunt podcast — to break down the most pressing threat to our public lands in recent history. A controversial proposal buried inside the "Big Beautiful Bill" could result in the largest public land sale in modern U.S. history, initially targeting over 3 million acres of BLM and Forest Service land throughout 11 western states. Mark is h...

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On this episode, we sit down with Zach Ferenbaugh from The Hunting Public to talk about his personal and hunting evolution—from a period of stagnation to embracing fitness, mobility, and a mindset of continual learning. Zach dives into how trial and error, learning from failure, and questioning traditional hunting advice has shaped his success in the field. 🏔️



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  • How fitness makes you a better hunter

  • How habitat i...

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On this episode of the Just Hunt Podcast, we talk hunting gear with Adam Lamson, CEO and founder of Stagr Gear. Designed for trackers and mobile hunters, Stagr Gear is rethinking traditional Northeastern hunting clothing to work across a wide range of conditions and styles. We also cover important changes to Vermont and New Hampshire archery seasons, the booming bear population, strategies for patterning bucks on scrapes, and a who...

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On this episode, we're joined by expert guide Steve Sherk. Over the last decade, Steve has studied and analyzed the data from roughly 200 trail cameras in the Pennsylvania mountains. Listen in while he explains the insights he has learned through that process and how it could help you better understand buck behavior in the big woods!


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- The critical role of temperature, barometric pressure, and moon phases on buck...

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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of modern muzzleloading with John LaMarca, the engineer and director of marketing for Woodman Arms. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or new to black powder rifles, this discussion will give you critical insights into the ongoing debate: smokeless powder vs. Blackhorn 209.


We explore the pros and cons of each powder type, legal considerations by state, performance differences, safety tips,...

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This week, we’re coming to you from New Hampshire turkey camp with Josh Ilderton of The Untamed. Spring turkey season 2025 has been a grind — from the Southeast to the Northeast — and we’re not exactly sure why. We dive into what’s been working, what’s not, and why we're looking forward to deer season.


In this episode, we cover:

- Why 2-year-old gobblers might be the missing link this year

- Josh’s bed bug nightmare

- Shifting gears to...

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On this episode, Brett breaks down how he killed "LEFTY", a 7-Year-Old NH public land buck. After 4 years of history, Brett explains in detail how he located Lefty's core area, located his track in the snow, and successfully tracked him and killed him in his bed.

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On this episode, we dive deep into summer deer scouting—breaking down what makes this time of year both challenging and valuable for serious whitetail hunters. Whether you're prepping for early bow season or just trying to understand buck movement better, this episode is packed with insights from the big woods of New Hampshire.


▶️ In this episode, we cover:


✅ The shift from spring to summer scouting

🦌 Why old sign often m...

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In this episode, Ross and Brett dive into the gritty, no-sleep grind of their wild hunting weekends. From forgotten gear to chasing the rut across state lines, hear the chaos, the laughs, and the moments that pushed them to their limits.


Topics covered:

The grind of hunting without sleep

Hunting the Midwest

And of course, plenty of laughs, roasts, and camaraderie

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This week, we’re joining you from turkey camp in Appalachia. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a few laughs while we tell stories and discuss strategies from our first few days of hunting. Thanks for watching.


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On this episode, Brett answers questions and gives tips on: how to effectively call, locate, and hunt turkeys; where bucks range during different times of the year; and choosing rut setups in the big woods. We also discuss the evolution hunting technology, how change is inevitable, hunting how you want to hunt, and more. Thanks for watching.


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On this episode, we talk with Izaak Young. He is an avid tracker, shed hunter, and host of The Big Buck Theory podcast. Izaak shares stories from his 2024 season where he killed not one but FIVE bucks in the Northeast, as well as what his goals are for the future. We also discuss how close to set up on mountain bucks, our struggles of hunting in October, and much more. Thanks for watching.

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On this episode, we have William Altman in house. Will has spent the last 15 years as the Director of Photography for Donnie Vincent, filming countless backcountry hunts around the world. He now spends his free time scouring Maine's big woods for the biggest, oldest bucks he can find. Will shares some of his most memorable hunts as well as his philosophy on how to outsmart old bucks. Some additional topics discussed include: using ...

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On this episode, we sit down with Cameraman Chris to go over what we have found to be the most effective turkey hunting strategies for the Northeast. We also share some good laughs while discussing the ethics of reaping/fanning, how hunting pressure affects turkey behavior, spring turkey plans, and much more! As always, thanks for watching.


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On this episode, we talk turkeys with Aaron Warbritton of The Hunting Public. Warb tells us what's in store for THP as well as a new nonprofit he is a part of called The Habitat Association. Some other topics discussed include turkey trends in the Northeast, how to approach hunting with kids, the biggest factors affecting turkey populations in 2025, and more! Thanks for watching.


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On this episode, we sit down with Josh Ilderton of The Untamed. The prime example of a guy you want to share hunting camp with, Josh gives a look into what it was like growing up hunting with the endless opportunities that Appalachia brings. We discuss a wide range of topics, to include: turkey hunting failures, whether you should chase specific bucks, how to get kids into hunting, the politics of hound hunting, and much more! Than...

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On this episode, we talk with the one and only Pat Burns. Born in the City of Boston, Pat has walked a unique path to becoming an outdoorsman, driven by his need to seek out new obsessions. Tune in to hear about how Pat's journey from rap music and video production has led to consistently locating giant Massachusetts whitetails, and much more. Thanks for watching.


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On this episode, we sit down with John Barsody, owner of Frigid Forage. After nearly 20 years in the food plotting business, John highlights several nuances to growing successful food plots year after year in a variety of climates. We discuss: what to plant depending on your short/long term goals for a property, how to design food plots to kill more deer, improving soil quality, and more. Thanks for watching.


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On this episode, we’re joined by Jeremy Ballantine. Raised in the rugged Green Mountains of southern Vermont, Jeremy is a versatile hunter, guide, and jack of all trades. Whether it’s tracking whitetails in the snow, bowhunting elk in the rockies, or chasing caribou in Alaska, he’s always searching for a new adventure to challenge his skills as outdoorsman. Some of the topics discussed include: traveling to hunt unfamiliar places, ...

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