Tracks & Tackle: Nature is our Playground
Welcome to the Tracks & Tackle Podcast! 🎙️ We’re a community of passionate outdoorsmen who love sharing stories, strategies, and the traditions that make hunting, fishing, and exploring the wild so special. Hosted by the guys at Mentzer Outdoors, we bring you conversations that celebrate the great outdoors—from whitetail deer and duck hunting to chasing turkey and fishing alike. We’re more than a podcast; we’re your hunting camp away from camp—a place where camaraderie, storytelling, and the thrill of the chase come together. We collaborate with several outdoors clubs with a shared mission to inspire everyone to Get Outdoors and keep the traditions alive. At Tracks & Tackle, we believe Nature is our Playground, and we’re here to explore it with you. Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or just starting your outdoor journey, you’ll find a home here. Tune in, connect with us, and join the Hunting Family! 🦌🎣🌲 https://linktr.ee/MentzerOutdoors
Episodes
Join us on this episode of Tracks & Tackle Podcast as we gear up for hunting season! We're diving deep into essential hunting gear, tools, and gadgets with our cohosts sharing their top must-haves for season prep. Get practical hunting tips to sharpen your setup.
Then, we tackle the big debate: When does hunting tech stop helping and start hollowing the hunt? Explore how tools meant to enhance skill...
In this episode, we’re joined by rising archery talent Mason Mentzer (@masonmentzerarchery), member of the Mentzer Outdoors crew. Mason shares how he fell in love with archery, what inspired him to pursue a professional archery career, and what it takes to go from backyard bows to big-time competitions.
We talk training, gear, mental toughness, and how the outdoor community can support the next generation of ...
In this episode, we welcome Cody Griffith from Triple B Outdoors, a proud member of the Tracks & Tackle Collaborative. Hailing from Arkansas with a deep passion for deer and waterfowl hunting, Cody shares his story while we trade our own. It's a laid-back, real-deal conversation to introduce another creator in our growing outdoor community.
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Join The Arrow Eagle, Ron Mentzer (@ron_mentzer) for a solo episode from his vacation spot! Discover why archery season is the ultimate reset with 3 lessons from a summer outdoors: simplify your gear, reconnect with your "why," and build your hunting tribe. Perfect for hunters prepping for 2025’s opening day!
🔑 Key Topics Covered:
Simplifying for clarity in the field
Rediscovering your pass...
This week on Tracks & Tackle, we’re diving deep into a conversation every hunter has had around the campfire — the battle between public and private land access.
Is private land the future of hunting, or is our heritage being fenced off one lease at a time? What does it mean to pass on this tradition to the next generation when access becomes harder to find?
Ron Mentzer (Mentzer Outdoors) is joined by...
On this episode of Tracks & Tackle, we’re gathering around the table to break down some of the latest headlines from the outdoor world. From record-breaking fish catches to controversial hunting stories and breaking news affecting our public lands, Ron and Kris bring their unfiltered takes and invite YOU into the conversation.
Grab a seat, crack a cold one, and join the campfire-style discussion as we rea...
Join us as Shane Muller from the @UpperBayPodcast returns to Tracks & Tackle, bringing his friend Mason Newton along to recount their unforgettable trip to Montana for a western-style shed hunting adventure. These two eastern hunters dive into the highs, lows, and surprises of tracking antlers in big country—from strategies and gear to wild encounters and cultural surprises. Don’t miss this crossover of experienc...
In this special crossover episode, host Ron Mentzer gathers members of the Tracks & Tackle Collaborative to spotlight their unique outdoor brands—from hunting heritage to custom baits and wild tales. Featuring Shane Muller, Mike Beacham, Eddie Weber and Josh Buchman, it's a roundtable of passion, purpose, and camaraderie. Nature is our playground—come meet the voices behind the movement.
This week on Tracks & Tackle, we wade into wild territory—literally and figuratively. We cover the disturbing attack on a Pennsylvania park ranger, a jaw-dropping 58-pound carp that shattered Connecticut’s fishing record, and a deer hunting scandal involving a 49-point buck and a whole lot of deception. Josh joins Ron & Kris to unpack the ethics, excitement, and edge of today’s outdoor headlines. Buckle up—thi...
In this episode, we welcome Dennon Yorks—host of Tales from the Loft Podcast and the member of the Tracks & Tackle Collaborative. Dennon shares the inspiring story of his first deer hunt, captured on film thanks to a mentor and friend. We also dive into his new tactical brand, Alptraumgruppe, and what it means to be a first-generation outdoorsman.
🎥 Watch Dennon's first buck hunt: https://youtu.be/ifhLxAzPBc...
In this episode of Tracks & Tackle, we sit down with Eddie Weber—aka @severnriverangler—a passionate Maryland angler and owner of High Octane Custom Baits. Eddie shares his expert tips on kayak fishing, hunting snakehead, and what it takes to run a successful bait business. Whether you’re a fishing pro or just curious, this one’s full of action-packed insights and stories from the water!
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In this episode of Tracks & Tackle, we sit down with Josh Buchman to hear how growing up in Maryland sparked a lifelong passion for fishing. 🎣
Josh shares stories of his childhood outdoors, how he fell in love with fishing, and the adventures that shaped him along the way. From local ponds to Maryland’s tidal waters, this episode is full of heart, heritage, and hooksets.
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🎙️ This week on Tracks & Tackle, the mic flips sides! Kris turns the tables and puts Ron—your usual host—in the hot seat!
Get ready for a fun, candid, and insightful conversation as we dive into Ron’s story, passions, and the journey that led to the launch of the Tracks & Tackle Podcast. From his favorite outdoor adventures to behind-the-scenes podcast moments, this episode is all about getting to know the g...
In this episode of Tracks & Tackle, we sit down with Arkansas-based dog trainer Ethan Young, owner of @HUNT-DOG and an expert in blood tracking dogs. Learn how these incredible dogs help hunters recover wounded game, what goes into training a blood tracker, and the legal landscape of tracking dogs across different states. Whether you're a hunter, outdoorsman, or dog enthusiast — this episode is packed with i...
In this episode of the Tracks & Tackle Podcast, we welcome back Darren Snow, representative of Raised at Full Draw—a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching bowhunting ethics, safety, and skills through immersive youth archery camps.
Darren shares exciting details about the upcoming Raised at Full Draw youth archery camps in Pennsylvania, happening this June at three select locations. These camps are designed ...
Spring Gobbler Season is in full swing here in Pennsylvania, and Josh Barrick is back on the mic to talk turkey—literally. From mountain ridges to open fields, we dive deep into how gobblers respond to pressure, calling tactics, and terrain.
Whether you're adjusting your setup mid-hunt or trying to outwit a henned-up tom, this episode is packed with real-world strategies and what-if scenarios. Get ready for pract...
It’s been a decade since three outdoorsmen—Buchman, Bolner, and Blaylock—launched what would become a brotherhood built on backwoods adventures and shared stories. In this special episode of Tracks and Tackle, we sit down with the original members of the 3B Outdoor Club to celebrate their 10 year anniversary and revisit their favorite memories, the early challenges, and the wild moments that shaped the last ten years....
In this special episode, Ron and Kris share the story of how they met, their shared passion for the outdoors, and what led to the creation of the Tracks & Tackle Collaborative. This isn’t just another network—it’s a community of like-minded creators, hunters, anglers, and outdoor storytellers committed to lifting each other up.
We’re pulling back the curtain on our vision to build a peer-driven platform where...
We had a killer time linking up the Barrick Brothers—Justin, Chris, and Josh—with the Mentzer Outdoors crew for this episode of Tracks & Tackle. From rowdy hunting tales to old-school outdoor grit, this one kicks off a new chapter in the Tracks & Tackle Hunting Family Network. We barely scratched the surface on the stories these guys have to tell—but it’s clear: this crew is built on tradition, loyalty, and li...
In this episode of the Tracks & Tackle Podcast, we sit down with Jere Preston and Tim Hubbler from @FINALSTANDHUNT , a powerhouse in self-filmed hunting adventures across the U.S. 🦌🎥
We dive deep into:
✅ The origin story behind Final Stand Outdoors
✅ Their passion for hunting and storytelling
✅ The "Never Give Up" mentality that drives them
✅ Their most memorable hunts & ...
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