Painted Arrow Podcast
Painted Arrow is the unfiltered story of two childhood friends—Nate Hicks and Devin Cole—building a company, chasing wild places, and having a damn good time doing it. This podcast documents the grind of growing Painted Arrow, the lessons learned along the way, and the hunts that keep us grounded (and occasionally humbled). We work hard, play harder, and aren’t afraid to laugh at ourselves when things go sideways—which they often do. Expect real hunt experience, behind-the-scenes takes, honest conversations, bad decisions that turn into good stories, and plenty of laughs in between.
Episodes
Join Nate and Devin as they get interviewed on Jake Hofer's podcast, The Land Podcast!
In this truck pod Nate breaks down the things you SHOULD be looking at NOW to prepare for a great hunting season this fall. What do you think? Did he nail the details, or did we miss something?
In this episode, Nate and Devin sit down to talk about the upcoming release of their newest YouTube series, Building the Brand. This series takes viewers behind the scenes of Painted Arrow and tells the story of what it actually took to build a hunting company from the ground up. So listen in to learn more, and keep your eyes open THIS FRIDAY for the release of the first video in the series!
In this solo episode, Nate hops behind the wheel and pulls back the curtain on his journey to becoming a land real estate agent with Mossy Oak Properties. If you've ever thought about getting into rural real estate, selling hunting land, or turning your passion for the outdoors into a career, this episode is for you.
Nate breaks down the expectations versus the reality of becoming a land agent, sharing what surprised him most, what ...
In this episode, Nate and Trav officially introduce the newest member of the Painted Arrow crew—Hunter Crawford. The guys sit down and talk through Hunter’s background, how he got into hunting and the outdoor industry, and what led him to joining the team at Michigan-based hunting company Painted Arrow.
The conversation turns into a laid-back mix of stories, hunting talk, and a look at where the company is headed over th...
In this episode, Devin and Nate from Michigan-based hunting company Painted Arrow sit down with Josh Arbogast for a deep dive into the recent NRC meeting and the heated discussion around Michigan becoming a one buck state.
Josh, a vocal advocate for the one-buck rule, pulls back the curtain on the behind-the-scenes realities of the Natural Resources Commission and explains how hunting regulations actually get pushed through—or...
In this episode, Nate and Devin are back behind the mic giving a good old-fashioned farm update on their hunting properties in Southern Michigan. Both farms are 40-acre, long and skinny pieces, which makes things interesting when you’re trying to figure out how to consistently hunt mature whitetails without blowing the whole place out.They talk through what they’ve been working on lately—from habitat improvements ...
In this episode, Nate, Devin, and Trav sit down to break down the latest Michigan Natural Resources Commission (NRC) meeting and the major hunting regulation changes currently being proposed across the state.
From the push toward a potential one buck rule, to discussions around antler point restrictions (APR) and the controversial idea of eliminating the rifle line, the guys walk through what was actually said at the meeting—a...
Join Nate and Trav for a classic truck pod as they dive into the chaos unfolding at the Hicks homestead—featuring some downright wild raccoon encounters you won’t believe. They also recap a trip to the local Cabela’s and mix in plenty of laughs along the way. If you’re looking for a laid-back listen with some good stories and a peek at where Painted Arrow is headed next, this one’s for you.
In this episode, Nate and Devin sit down with Jordan Hoover, a member of Michigan’s Deer Advisory Team, for an in-depth conversation about the current and future state of hunting regulations in the state. With the April 8th Natural Resources Commission (NRC) meeting on the horizon, the discussion centers on the potential changes being considered—and what they could mean for hunters across Michigan.
Jordan brings insider ...
In this episode, Nate, Devin, and Trav sit down for an in-depth discussion on the current challenges facing the Michigan deer herd and what it means for the future of hunting in Michigan. From herd health and population concerns to regulation changes, they break down the ongoing debate around moving from a two-buck limit to a one-buck state.
This hunting podcast dives deep into Michigan deer management, the role of the Natural Resou...
In this Monday morning episode, Nate and Trav return to the podcast to talk about the upcoming YouTube series and the ideas behind it. They also dive into a thought-provoking discussion on scripture that the project brought to mind, exploring faith, perspective, and the deeper meaning behind the passages they’ve been reflecting on. Join them for an honest conversation about creativity, biblical insight, and what’s ahead...
Spring is creeping back into the Mitten, and Nate and Trav can feel it. In this episode, the guys kick back and talk about the changing of seasons, shaking off winter, and that growing anticipation that only turkey season can bring. It’s all about the excitement — early mornings, echoing gobbles, and the kind of fresh start that only spring in Michigan delivers.
They each share one memorable turkey hunting story — ...
n this episode, Nate, a Mossy Oak Properties Land Realtor, sits down with fellow Mossy Oak Properties agents Riley and Dwayne to talk all things buying and selling hunting land and what it really looks like to get into the land real estate market.This conversation breaks down the realities of selling recreational and hunting properties, including what buyers are looking for, how land values are changing, and what first-time land bu...
Welcome back to the final episode of the First Time Land Buyers Series, where we focus on getting the job done when it comes to buying land!
Welcome back to the 3rd episode of the FIRST TIME LAND BUYERS series, where we break down the importance of staying nimble when in the market for land.
Ok, so we realize this is a long one, but trust us, it's also a GOOD one! So sit down and lock in as we talk to the one and only Jake Ehlinger about his very own MICHIGAN MONSTER, and what it took to grow him at the home farm.
In this episode, we sit down with Riley and Dwayne to recap the deer season and break down the bucks they killed this year. From early-season setups to late-season adjustments, we talk through what worked, what didn’t, and the lessons learned along the way.
This conversation dives into real-world whitetail deer hunting strategies, as Riley and Dwayne walk through their hunts, decision-making, and how the season unfolded. We co...
We are back with another episode of our FIRST TIME LAND BUYERS series, this time digging into how to actually start the process towards shopping for land.
Join us for the second episode of our First Time Land Buyers series here at Painted Arrow. In this pod Nate and Dev talk through how to move forward once you've defined your "why" as to why you want to own land. Stick with us for this series to get the full picture of what it takes to own your own land!
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