Recorded live at the NWTF Convention, Josh Dahlke sits down with Patrick Wightman of the National Wild Turkey Federation to talk about the new era of wild turkey research and what it means for the future of turkey hunting. If you care about the future of wild turkeys, conservation, and the role hunters play in protecting the resource, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Listen to the HuntStand Podcast wherever you get your podcasts and learn more about how science and conservation are shaping the future of turkey hunting.
Live from the NWTF Convention, Josh sits down with National Wild Turkey Federation Co-CEO Kurt Dyroff for a broad, behind-the-scenes look inside the NWTF. From conservation and research to membership growth, leadership, habitat initiatives, and the future vision of the organization, this episode covers the full scope of what the NWTF is doing to protect wild turkeys and preserve our hunting heritage. If you want to understand the mission, the impact, and where things are headed — this is the look inside the NWTF you’ve been waiting for.
What’s life spent at full draw like? In this episode, Will Cooper sits down with Josh Jones — known to many as MFJJ and the voice behind Podium Archer — to talk about a life rooted in archery from the very start. Josh wasn’t just introduced to bows as a kid — he was fletching arrows at five years old. Raised inside the culture, around pro shops, bowhunters, and industry voices, his journey is one of growing up with archery woven into everyday life.
Josh shares how that early immersion shaped the way he sees the sport today, from craftsmanship and respect for the gear to the responsibility of representing the archery lifestyle the right way. The conversation follows his path into building Podium Archer as a platform focused on real archers, honest perspectives, and preserving the culture that shaped him.
Will and Josh also dig into a growing issue in the community: division between vertical bow shooters and crossbow hunters. Too often, crossbows get dismissed as “cross rifles” or labeled as “not real archery.” This episode challenges that mindset head-on. At the end of the day, we all started because we love launching an arrow, being close to the animal, and embracing the discipline that comes with it. Drawing lines inside our own community only weakens it.
This episode is a call for perspective, respect, and unity — because the future of archery is stronger when we stop gatekeeping and start standing together.
In this episode of “Geared for the Hunt,” Will Cooper sits in deer camp in Oklahoma. He’s breaking down the Muddy Outdoors Nucleus Heated Gear system and why it’s a game-changer for cold weather hunts. From late-season whitetail sits to frigid mornings in the blind, Will walks through how Muddy’s battery-powered heated apparel keeps core temps up, focus sharp, and hunters in the stand longer when conditions get brutal.
The Muddy Nucleus Heated gear comes with the Jacket, Vest, and Base Layers, which are built for serious hunters who refuse to let cold weather end their hunt early. Designed with durable outer materials, quiet fabrics for bowhunting, and adjustable heat settings, this system is made for long sits, all-day rut hunts, and late-season deer hunting when temperatures drop and movement finally spikes.
If you’re looking for the best heated hunting gear, cold weather hunting clothing, or a reliable layering system for whitetail season, this breakdown from deer camp gives you real-world insight on performance, comfort, and why heated gear can be the difference between tagging out or heading in early.
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This week, we talk about the new Avian-X Ridge Runner X Turkey Vest. In this “Geared for the Hunt” segment, Josh Dahlke dives into the all-new Avian X Ridge Runner Turkey Vest lineup — breaking down features, fit, and function for serious turkey hunters. From field-ready storage and ergonomic comfort to smart load-out options, Josh shares why the Ridge Runner series is changing the game for spring woods and long mornings after gobblers. Tune in for gear talk that’ll help you hunt harder and stay organized from roost to last light.
Want to know about Coues deer hunting gear? HuntStand’s Josh Dahlke checks in from Coues deer camp in Mexico to break down his full rifle setup and essential gear for chasing Coues deer in steep, glass-heavy country. From optics and packs to rifle configuration and must-have backcountry items, this is a no-fluff gear dump built for western rifle hunters looking to dial in their setup.
Join Josh Dahlke as he sits down with Beth from Savage Arms deep in Coues deer camp in Mexico. On this episode of “Geared for the Hunt,” they break down the next generation of the Savage 110 rifle — why it’s a game changer for mountain hunting and precision gear you can trust. Whether you’re planning a Coues hunt or upgrading your mountain rifle, this conversation is loaded with real-world insight.
In this episode of the HuntStand Podcast, Josh Dahlke is live from Coues deer camp in the rugged mountains of Sonora, Mexico. Dahlke joins a special crew to shine light on a divine piece of ground and the diminutive whitetails that call it home: Rancho Mababi.
Water is one of the most overlooked factors in spring turkey hunting, but consistent and reliable water sources can be the key to patterning gobblers throughout the season. Do you want to take your turkey hunting e-scouting to the next level? If so, find reliable water with HuntStand’s new water feature overlay.
In this video, we break down how to use the new Water Feature Overlay inside the HuntStand app to identify creeks, ponds, drainages, and hidden water sources that turkeys depend on during the spring. Whether you’re scouting public land or managing private property, this powerful mapping overlay helps you locate dependable water, recognize travel routes between roosting and feeding areas, and adjust your setups during dry spring conditions.
If you want to e-scout smarter, understand turkey movement more clearly, and increase your odds of tagging a longbeard this season, leveraging water data inside HuntStand is a game changer.
Download HuntStand and start scouting with precision this spring.
10 HuntStand Pro Tips for Last-Minute Turkey Hunting Road Trips
Will Cooper and Josh Dahlke are sitting outside at deer camp in Oklahoma, talking shop and running through the camp setup that’s keeping them dialed for a long week of chasing whitetails. No studio, just camp chairs, cold air, and a whole lot of gear scattered around.
They get into the Kodiak Canvas 12×16 wall tent, the Joolca hot water heater, and all the little camp upgrades that make a big difference when you’re waking up early, sitting all day, and coming back cold and tired. From hot showers to dry gear and solid meals, this is the stuff that keeps camp running and morale high.
It’s a laid-back, real-world look at how these guys set up a legit whitetail camp in Oklahoma and what they’ve learned from doing this year after year.
If you love deer camp, good gear, and talking hunting around the fire, this one’s right up your alley. Hear all about the best deer hunting camping setup.