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Todd Graf and Justin Zarr dive into all topics bowhunting, interviews, insights, and real life experiences from over 15 years filming bowhunting adventures
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This week on the Watering Hole Podcast, the guys are fired up—Justin is fresh off a Kansas public land buck, Todd is officially tagged out, and the rut chaos has taken over everywhere. Justin breaks down six straight days of grinding out Kansas walk-in ground, scouting miles of public, finding fresh sign, rattling encounters, running into other hunters, and finally getting the perfect rut shot on his biggest buck ever. Todd shares the story behind his double buck season, plus an unexpected c...
Todd Graf is fresh off one of his craziest ruts ever—tagging out on two big Illinois bucks in just a few days! In this milestone 50th episode, Todd and Ben recap both hunts, share how high winds, changing temps, and quick adjustments paid off, and dive into what’s still to come this November. The guys talk rut timing, trail cam patterns, gear must-haves for cold sits, and how to stay in the game mentally as the season wears on. www.bowhunting.com
The rut is here, and the chaos is real! Todd, Justin, and Ben dive into the highs and lows of November deer hunting — from early morning anxiety and e-bike adventures to public land struggles, scouting stories, and prepping for big trips out west. Justin’s headed to Kansas, Todd’s dealing with deer drama at home, and the guys debate everything from saddle setups to why hunters really search harder for a 150” buck than a doe. www.bowhunting.com
The rut is heating up, and this week’s episode of The Watering Hole is packed with wild stories from the woods. With Todd still chasing mule deer in Colorado, Justin and Ben break down one of the craziest weekends of the season — from quiet sits and zero wind to back-to-back shots, bad hits, and a long night of tracking. Joey’s rollercoaster hunt has it all: a gut check moment, drone talk, and a tracking dog adventure that ends with one buck recovered and one still missing. Plus, Justin sha...
The countdown to November is on, and the Bowhunt or Die crew is fired up for the pre-rut! In this week’s episode, Todd, Justin, and the guys dive into their late-October gameplans — from all-day sits and calling strategies to how cold fronts, trail-cam data, and shifting deer patterns are setting up for an incredible rut. They talk target bucks, travel hunts, and what it takes to grind through those long days in the stand. Plus, a few laughs about wild hunting stories, near misses, and even a...
In this week’s episode of The Watering Hole, the guys talk through one of the toughest parts of bowhunting — losing a deer. From shot placement and blood trailing to using tracking apps and recovery dogs, this conversation dives deep into what every bowhunter eventually faces. Plus, we look ahead to an upcoming Colorado hunt, talk drought conditions, early October movement, and even some ATA trade show news. Packed with real talk, lessons learned, and plenty of humor along the way www.bowhunt...
In this episode of The Watering Hole, the crew breaks down Ben’s off-camera buck story, self-filming struggles, and the chaos of trying to balance hunting season with real life. From KFC dinners to GoPro fails, this one has it all. Plus, Mike Fitzgerald joins the table fresh from Minnesota as the guys talk about the cold front rolling in, Levi Morgan’s Pennsylvania giant, Paul Morrison’s Alaska moose, and why tree stand safety isn’t a joke. www.bowhunting.com
Opening day is here, and the guys are gearing up for another deer season! In this episode of The Watering Hole, Todd shares the bittersweet story of pulling his last trail camera from the Stockton farm, along with some unforgettable footage from the waterhole. Justin and Todd dive into their favorite hunting gear they can’t live without—from trusty releases to the Mystery Ranch bow case—and how they’re tweaking their filming setups with DJI cameras, GoPros, and tree arm mounts. Along the way...
Welcome back to The Watering Hole Podcast! In this episode, the crew covers everything from acorns dropping and deer movement to trail camera frustrations and even a record-breaking raccoon. We dive into the final countdown to opening day, share stories about gear mishaps in the rain, and debate broadheads, arrows, and the never-ending conversation about lighted nocks. www.bowhunting.com
This week on The Watering Hole Podcast, Ben shares the wild ride of his very first public land hunt — and it’s a weekend packed with lessons, laughs, and a few rookie mistakes. From saddle hunting in the dark to losing (and miraculously finding) his release, Ben’s trip had it all. He even gets up close with wary deer and learns the hard way about hauling one out of the woods. The crew also dives into gear talk — from camera arms and backpack setups to the pros and cons of different lighted n...
Todd is still off chasing the mountains of Colorado, so the crew holds down the fort and covers everything from farm sales and hunting leases to the bow vs. crossbow debate that never seems to die. We dig into what makes shooting a bow so addicting, why some hunters gatekeep crossbows, and how public land etiquette changes everything when trucks start stacking up in the parking lots. With Wisconsin’s opener right around the corner, we talk saddle hunting, ground setups, and how to survive lon...
Join Justin and Ben on The Watering Hole as they dive into the start of deer season and what’s on every bowhunter’s mind right now. From bucks finally shedding velvet and showing up hard-horned, to food plot struggles, hunting from the ground, and big out-of-state adventures — the guys cover it all. They swap stories about early season scouting, trail cam pics, and missed opportunities, plus debate the effectiveness of mock scrapes, food plots, and hunting strategies for 2025. Along the way,...
It’s almost hunting season, and the guys are fired up! In this week’s episode of The Watering Hole, Todd and Justin cover everything from poison ivy horror stories to prepping tree stands and blinds for the fast-approaching opener. They share lessons learned about handling vines in winter, trail cam updates as bucks shed velvet, and how early season weather shifts can make or break your hunt. The conversation also dives into arrow tuning, lighted nock testing, and the latest treestand review...
For More information on Dream Genomics, visit: www.dreamgx.com In this episode of The Watering Hole, the crew sits down with Dr. Gary Pusateri to talk about a groundbreaking approach to tackling Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in deer. From his bowhunting roots in Buffalo County to his work in human medicine and gene expression diagnostics, Gary shares how his team is developing a simple blood test—and even a Covid-style field kit—that could change the future of wildlife management and d...
What starts as a lighthearted pizza debate quickly turns into a deep dive on food plots, wind strategy, and the unpredictable moments that make hunting so addictive. Todd and Justin swap stories about chasing bucks, the realities of playing the wind and thermals, and how young Ben survive a rabid bat attack — complete with a falcon cameo. You’ll also get practical tips for better food plot prep, from fertilizer choices to timing your planting, plus a behind-the-scenes look at improving water...
This week on The Watering Hole, Todd and Justin dive deep into the heart of deer season prep — from planting food plots the right way to remembering the magic (and mayhem) of our first buck. We talk fall planting windows, why rotation matters, and the biggest mistakes hunters make with brassicas. Then we get nostalgic: check stations, old Walkmans in the blind, and how early is too early to take your kid hunting? www.bowhunting.com
It’s hot, it’s humid, and the gear prep is in full swing! In this episode, the guys dive into everything from summer trail cam strategies and battery testing tricks to busted tree stand seats and rodent-repellent experiments. They talk about the grind of getting gear ready, the emotional rollercoaster of hunting access, and whether they’d sleep in a blind for a guaranteed buck. Plus — Illinois’ wild new predator reintroduction bill, a recent poaching controversy, and some million-dollar ideas...
On this episode of The Watering Hole, the crew dives into everything from bachelor‑party fishing trips and sporting clays to summer food plot prep and camera tips. We swap stories about planting strategies, spraying and mowing mistakes, and even the latest debate on rope scrapes versus natural ones. There’s plenty of laughs along the way—plus talk about African hunting controversies, Coldplay’s viral kiss‑cam moment, and new products like EHD Defense for improving water quality to prevent EHD...
The guys are back this week with plenty of laughs and some seriously useful tips for hunters. They dive into new hunting apps that can help track blood trails, monitor spraying coverage with GPS, and even spot ticks on your dog. They also discuss Pennsylvania’s big news about Sunday hunting, Ted Nugent’s outspoken support for hunters, and share an incredible story about a kid who survived an arrow accident. Later, the conversation shifts to fall food plot strategies, planting tips, and gear ...
In this episode of The Watering Hole, Todd and Justin catch up after Todd’s trip to France – where the scooters are tiny, the cigarettes are plentiful, and the deer are... nonexistent? We dive into early season prep, including predator control, trail camera setups, and why Easton arrows still dominate after 100 years. Plus, we review the new flame and contour-line arrow wraps, share tips for killing stubborn mare’s tail, and talk about smart food plot timing in the heat of summer. Later in th...
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