HuntStand Podcast
Hosted by Will Cooper and Josh Dahlke, the HuntStand Podcast brings you real hunting stories, expert strategies, and conversations with the most respected voices in whitetail, turkey, elk, public land, and backcountry hunting. Whether you’re chasing your first buck or planning a western hunt, this is the show for driven outdoorsmen. #PublicLand #Whitetail #BackcountryHunting #DIYHunts #HuntStand
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October 23, 2026 • 67 mins
Some whitetail hunts seem nearly impossible. This was one of them.
On this episode of THE SETUP, Josh Dahlke and Will Cooper sit down with veteran bowhunter Jace Bauserman to break down an unforgettable Western whitetail hunt. From the challenges of chasing mature bucks in rugged country to the strategy, decisions, and determination that made it all come together, Jace takes us behind the scenes.
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October 13, 2026 • 36 mins
What looked like a perfect opportunity on an old Texas brush country buck turned into a hunt Will Cooper won't soon forget.
On this episode of The Setup, Josh Dahlke and Will break down a late-season, post-rut bowhunt on an MLD property in the famed Golden Triangle of South Texas.
After getting a shot at an old, mature whitetail, everything initially pointed toward a successful recovery. But puzzling shot footage and a blood trai...
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September 29, 2026 • 90 mins
Some hunts go exactly how you drew them up. Others kick you square in the teeth.
On this episode of the HuntStand Podcast, Josh Dahlke and Will Cooper look back at their hunting season from last fall and winter and unpack the moments that defined it.
They revisit the highlights, punched tags, close calls, unexpected turns, hard lessons, and the hunts that still sting months later. From the moments you wish you could relive to the...
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September 16, 2026 • 32 mins
Your first land purchase is a big decision that can carry a lot of stress. Here’s a checklist to consider before you start your search and sign on the dotted line.
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September 9, 2026 • 20 mins
Deer have an uncanny ability to determine when human activity is threatening. How much personal use should you subject your hunting property to? Can you acclimate deer to people? Bill Winke has some answers with the experience to back it up.
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September 2, 2026 • 23 mins
Taking deer herd inventory with thermal drones is becoming very common. Bill Winke has done it three times on his farm. Is the use of thermal drone to count deer crossing a line or just smart management? Winke discusses how to do it, when to do it, how to use the data, and some ethical considerations.
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August 25, 2026 • 27 mins
Can hunters actually influence the genetics of a free-ranging whitetail herd? Biologists often say no—but Bill Winke sees it differently. In this episode of Deer Dirt, Bill shares what he’s experienced firsthand and why he believes genetics can be influenced in wild deer. It’s a controversial topic, and we’re diving straight into the debate.
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August 18, 2026 • 16 mins
Designing a deer property isn’t just about attracting more deer—it’s about being able to hunt them without blowing the place up. On this episode of Deer Dirt, Bill Winke breaks down how to design your property for low-impact hunting, including smart access, food plot placement, and setups that keep pressure to a minimum while putting you in position when it matters most.
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August 11, 2026 • 24 mins
When it comes to food plot strategy, you need to consider whether you’re making the property ideal for the deer or ideal for you. Stressed deer are harder to kill and spreading them out also makes them harder to kill, but is an over abundance of food better for the deer? You might not need as much deer food as biologists suggest.FOLLOW JOSH & WILL:
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August 4, 2026 • 29 mins
Alfalfa may be the gold standard for whitetail nutrition, but it's not always practical for a food plot. In this episode of Deer Dirt, Bill Winke shares three of his favorite food sources that are easier to grow, highly attractive to deer, and proven to keep whitetails coming back season after season. Whether you're planting your first plot or improving an existing one, this episode is packed with practical food plot advice to help...
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July 30, 2026 • 11 mins
Looking for the best crossbow options for the upcoming deer season? In this episode of Geared For The Hunt, Josh Dahlke breaks down some of the top new crossbows hitting the market and shares what hunters should look for when choosing a setup for the fall.
From speed and accuracy to balance, ergonomics, and real-world performance, Josh walks through the features that matter most and explains how different crossbows fit different h...
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July 29, 2026 • 25 mins
Creating water holes for deer has become all the rage. And why not?! Deer are drawn to water holes, especially during the rut. But are water holes tipping the scales too far in your favor as an ethical deer hunter?
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July 20, 2026 • 20 mins
Should your whitetail food plots be centralized or spread throughout the property?
In this episode of Deer Dirt, Bill Winke breaks down how food plot placement influences deer movement, hunting pressure, access, and overall property strategy. Both centralized and spread-out layouts can work, but each comes with unique tradeoffs.
Bill explains how to think through your terrain, bedding areas, entry routes, wind direction, and long...
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July 20, 2026 • 11 mins
After spending time with the new Savage 110 Carbon Hunter in the field, Will Cooper breaks down the features, design, and technology that set this rifle apart.In this episode of Geared For The Hunt, you'll learn about the rifle's carbon fiber-wrapped barrel, lightweight construction, AccuFit V2 system, AccuTrigger, and overall performance characteristics. Will shares his firsthand impressions and explains how these features can ben...
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July 20, 2026 • 21 mins
Welcome to Season 4 of Deer Dirt with Bill Winke, now part of The HuntStand Podcast and available in an all-new video podcast format.
One of the most respected voices in whitetail hunting is back, bringing decades of experience in deer management, habitat improvement, hunting strategy, and mature buck behavior. Whether you own 20 acres or 2,000, Deer Dirt delivers practical, no-nonsense advice you can apply this season.
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July 2, 2026 • 11 mins
Looking for the best hunting gear storage system? In this episode of Geared for the Hunt, Will Cooper takes you inside his hunting garage for a complete walkthrough of the LEVRACK storage system and explains how he organizes everything from trail cameras and bows to packs, optics, saddles, clothing, and more.
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June 24, 2026 • 40 mins
In the middle of an axis deer hunt in Texas, Will Cooper sits down with longtime friend Casey Sanford for a conversation straight from deer camp.The two discuss Casey's journey through the outdoor industry, his years guiding hunters across Texas, what makes axis deer such a unique and addictive animal to pursue, and how the ongoing hunt is unfolding as the rut begins to heat up.
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June 13, 2026 • 9 mins
When it comes to hunting gear, having the right equipment is only half the battle. The other half? Having a reliable way to haul it, organize it, and keep it protected.
In this episode of Geared for the Hunt, Josh Dahlke takes a look at some of the latest gear storage solutions from Muddy Outdoors, including duffel bags, dry bags, collapsible totes, and other products designed to make life easier in the field and on the road.
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June 6, 2026 • 11 mins
What makes a trail camera truly smarter?
In this episode of Geared for the Hunt, Josh Dahlke takes a closer look at the latest technology coming from Stealth Cam for 2026. From smarter alerts and improved image filtering to advanced scouting tools designed to help hunters spend less time sorting photos and more time making informed decisions in the field, these updates are built with real hunters in mind.
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May 19, 2026 • 61 mins
Josh Dahlke sits down with Turkey POSSE members Pete Osterman and Branigan Weber after a 3-day marathon turkey hunt in Minnesota. The guys are in full zombie mode, feeling the sleep deprivation and dark-to-dark grind of 3 incredible days in the turkey woods.
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