In this episode of Art of the Hunt, Talon Neal sits down with Zach Adams to break down two of the most powerful pieces of deer sign you can find — pinch points and community scrapes. We dive deep into how these features connect movement across a landscape, how mature bucks use them through different phases of the season, and what separates high-odds setups from wasted sits. Which Guest is your Favorite! FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093435881370&mibextid=avES...
The broadhead debate isn’t going away anytime soon—but now, for the first time, we’ve got hard numbers to go with the opinions. In this episode of Art of the Hunt, I sit down with Shane Simpson, We go over the Trakr App to talk about what the data actually says about fixed vs. mechanical broadheads—and where the conversation is headed next Which Guest is your Favorite! FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093435881370&mibextid=avESrC Social’s Talon Neal https://w...
In this episode of Art of the Hunt, I sit down with Justin Martindale of Southern Tines Taxidermy to tackle one of the most overlooked parts of deer hunting: properly caring for your cape in the field. From common mistakes that ruin a mount to the step-by-step care every hunter should know, Justin shares exactly what it takes to make sure your trophy makes it from the woods to the wall in the best condition possible Which Guest is your Favorite! FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile...
In this episode of Art of the Hunt, Talon Neal is joined by Brian “Boxcar” Marquis to break down the challenges and opportunities of hunting whitetails in the early season. When bucks are shifting from summer to fall patterns, knowing how to interpret bedding and feeding areas—and how to connect historic sign with fresh activity—can make or break your hunt. Which Guest is your Favorite! FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093435881370&mibextid=avESrC Social’s Talon N...
In this episode of Art of the Hunt, Talon Neal sits down with seasoned hunter Clint Foster to break down the role of scrapes in the early season. While most hunters think of scrapes as October and November hotspots, Clint shares why paying attention to them in September can give you a serious edge on mature bucks. Which Guest is your Favorite! FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093435881370&mibextid=avESrC Social’s Talon Neal https://www.facebook.com/talon.neal.33...
In this episode of Art of the Hunt, Talon sits down with Stewart Keen to dive deep into one of the trickiest parts of bowhunting mature bucks: being in the right area but the wrong tree. Stewart explains how often hunters are within a hundred yards of success, but subtle shifts in wind, terrain, or deer patterns can make the difference between an empty sit and a filled tag. Which Guest is your Favorite! FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093435881370&mibextid=avESrC...
In Episode 89 of Art of the Hunt, Talon Neal is joined by Justin Wright to break down what it really takes to kill deer when time is short. Instead of waiting on the perfect conditions, Justin explains how being decisive and aggressive on the ground can open up opportunities most hunters overlook. Which Guest is your Favorite! FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093435881370&mibextid=avESrC Social’s Talon Neal https://www.facebook.com/talon.neal.33?mibextid=LQQJ4d ht...
Todd shares gripping stories of tracking mature whitetails through big woods where every print in the snow reveals another piece of the puzzle. His experiences following bucks on the ground show just how much a deer’s track can teach us about their patterns, behaviors, and the hidden loops they run during the rut Which Guest is your Favorite! FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093435881370&mibextid=avESrC Social’s Talon Neal https://www.facebook.com/talon.neal.33?mi...
In this episode of Art of the Hunt, I’m joined by seasoned deer hunter Rusty Johnson for a full-spectrum breakdown of how terrain and sign come together throughout the season. From the first days of bow season to the chaos of the rut, Rusty shares how he uses edges, funnels, and subtle terrain shifts to stay in a buck’s world. Connect with United Outdoors •Facebook: United Outdoors on Facebook •Instagram: @united.outdoors Show Partners •Fireside Store – Premium outdoor gear and lifestyle ...
In this episode of Art of the Hunt, I sit down with Johnny Stewart to dive deep into one of the most important—and often overlooked—parts of mature buck behavior: their core area. With decades of real-world experience tracking and killing big, pressured bucks, Johnny breaks down what truly defines a core area, how to find it, and how to hunt it without blowing it up. If you want to consistently get close to the oldest bucks in the woods, this is the episode you need to hear. Which Guest is yo...
Paul Putera joins Art of the Hunt to break down one of the most critical pieces of mature buck hunting: locating and effectively hunting a buck’s core area. From using terrain and cover to his stealthy in-season adjustments, Paul shares how he consistently gets tight without bumping the target. Which Guest is your Favorite! FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093435881370&mibextid=avESrC Social’s Talon Neal https://www.facebook.com/talon.neal.33?mibextid=LQQJ4d http...
In this episode, Talon sits down with seasoned mountain hunter Ryan Elders to dive deep into the rugged world of big woods whitetail hunting. From dissecting thick edge cover to identifying overlooked thickets, Ryan shares the methods that consistently put him in front of mature bucks in some of the toughest te Which Guest is your Favorite! FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093435881370&mibextid=avESrC Social’s Talon Neal https://www.facebook.com/talon.neal.33?mi...
The woods speak—if you’re quiet enough to listen. Bobby Worthington shares the silent lessons that shaped him as a hunter and man. We talk about how solitude sharpens instincts, the value of suffering, and the lifelong education that comes from chasing whitetails deep in the mountains. Which Guest is your Favorite! FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093435881370&mibextid=avESrC Social’s Talon Neal https://www.facebook.com/talon.neal.33?mibextid=LQQJ4d https://instag...
How Jake identifies terrain-based buck bedding areas The specific features that funnel mature bucks in daylight Why some terrain looks good but doesn’t produce How pressure affects terrain-based movement Real-world examples of terrain-driven hunts that led to success Which Guest is your Favorite! FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093435881370&mibextid=avESrC Social’s Talon Neal https://www.facebook.com/talon.neal.33?mibextid=LQQJ4d https://instagram.com/talon.n...
Kaylan’s background and how he got into arrow building Understanding arrow spine and weight Choosing the right components: shafts, inserts, vanes, and nocks Fixed vs. mechanical broadheads: what Kaylan prefers and why Tuning your arrow for maximum flight and accuracy Common mistakes bowhunters make with their arrows How to build confidence through consistent arrow performance Which Guest is your Favorite! FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093435881370&mibexti...
Tim Smoke joins me to break down his approach to early season success on public land by leaning on historical knowledge and habitat analysis. We talk about how he uses past encounters, old sign, and high stem count areas to locate mature bucks before they get pressured. From reading the land to finding overlooked thickets, Tim shares how his long-view approach helps him consistently stay on big deer. Which Guest is your Favorite! FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=10009343...
In this episode, Talon sits down with traditional bowhunter Chris Weist to break down scrape sign, buck behavior, and reading deer personality through sign. Chris shares how hunting with a trad bow sharpens woodsmanship, how to identify primary scrapes, and how scrape placement reveals a buck’s confidence and tendencies. Which Guest is your Favorite! FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093435881370&mibextid=avESrC Social’s Talon Neal https://www.facebook.com/talon.ne...
Jacob Lishen shares how keeping it simple leads to consistent success. We talk about how he breaks down ground quickly, focuses mostly on fresh sign, and uses backtracking to understand where a buck is spending time. No fluff, just woodsmanship and results Which Guest is your Favorite! FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093435881370&mibextid=avESrC Social’s Talon Neal https://www.facebook.com/talon.neal.33?mibextid=LQQJ4d https://instagram.com/talon.neal_1?igshid=Nz...
Reading terrain features unique to bluff country How wind and thermals play a massive role in his setups The scouting strategy Tony uses post-season to predict fall patterns Which Guest is your Favorite! FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093435881370&mibextid=avESrC Social’s Talon Neal https://www.facebook.com/talon.neal.33?mibextid=LQQJ4d https://instagram.com/talon.neal_1?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng== Instagram Page https://instagram.com/artofthehunt1?igshid=NGVhN2U2Nj...
In this episode, we sit down with Kaleb Estill, an experienced turkey hunter, to break down the essentials of successful turkey hunting without the complexity. Kaleb shares practical tips, and strategies that keep the hunt enjoyable and effective for beginners and seasoned hunters alike. Whether you’re in the field or planning your next turkey season, this conversation is all about simplifying the process and maximizing your success. Tune in for expert insights, personal stories, and a straig...