The Fair Chase Podcast

Jan 31 2025 100 ep. 39 mins 27

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Welcome to The Fair Chase Podcast Listen in as we talk to various industry leaders in the bowhunting community, swap stories, and share a few tricks we’ve learned along the way.

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Building Strength for the Hunt w/ Todd Bumgardner

Jan 31 2025 36 mins

In this episode, we sit down with Todd Bumgardner, founder of Human Predator Packmule, to talk about the physical demands of hunting and how to train effectively for the backcountry. Todd shares why most hunters fail in their fitness goals, the difference between training for hunting versus other sports, and how a strong aerobic base is the key to recovery and endurance in the fiel

West meets East: Kenny Hunts From a Treestand

Jan 24 2025 50 mins

This week we talk with Kenneth Thrall from Kifaru. Last year, the guys from the Fair Chase and Kenny headed to Wisconsin during the whitetail rut. Coming from the West, this was Kenny's first time hunting out of a tree stand. The guys spent the week island hopping and looking for cruising bucks. Listen as we recap 2024, talk about the trip to Wisconsin, and talk about our hunting

Cody Butler: A Buck's Worst Nightmare

Jan 16 2025 51 mins

In this first episode of 2025, we’re joined by Cody Butler to kick off the new year. Cody shares the story of his incredible 207-inch Kansas buck, talks about his experience transitioning to traditional archery, and dives into how he’s been managing and hunting land along the Kansas-Nebraska border. We also discuss Henry’s game-changing Supreme lever-action rifle and how it�

Recapping GOATLAND Part 3

Nov 26 2024 20 mins

Watch the full GOATLAND film here: https://youtu.be/o62dWBTrM8I?si=WkyemwcynMkM5bXF In the final part of our Recapping GOATLAND series, Joe describes the highs, lows, and ultimate success of a trophy mountain goat hunt in British Columbia. With limited water and some of the toughest terrain, every step was a challenge, but the reward was well worth it. After an intense pursuit, w

Recapping GOATLAND Part 2

Nov 19 2024 20 mins

Watch the full GOATLAND film here: https://youtu.be/o62dWBTrM8I?si=WkyemwcynMkM5bXF In part 2 of our special GOATLAND recap series, Joe tells us about the challenges and intense moments from his recent mountain goat hunt in British Columbia. With water scarcity pushing them to the limits, each decision was critical as they navigated Canadian terrain, close encounters with wildlif

Recapping GOATLAND Part 1

Nov 12 2024 18 mins

Watch the full GOATLAND film here: https://youtu.be/o62dWBTrM8I?si=WkyemwcynMkM5bXF In this special recap episode, we reflect on Joe's recent British Columbia mountain goat hunt. After months of planning and prepping, the adventure was filled with highs, lows, and unexpected moments that tested us both physically and mentally. From difficult terrain and unpredictable weather to d

Whitetail Hunting with Tuo Gear

Sep 27 2024 27 mins

We were having so much fun that we decided to tack another few episodes onto our Whitetail Series. We hate being cold so we decided to bring Aaron Ambur, president of TUO Gear, on this episode to talk about their new cold weather line, Nivor, and how deer hunters can stay warm when the temps drop. We talk gear testing, layering, camo patterns and a ton of other whitetail stuff.

Out-Of-State Whitetails Part 6: Reflecting on the Hunt

Sep 21 2024 11 mins

In the final episode of our series, we reflect on the journey of becoming a better hunter. We’ve talked about everything from picking locations and strategies to gear and scouting, but now we shift to reflection. Whether or not you tag a deer, what can you learn from your time in the woods? We explore how to take lessons from every trip—successful or not—and use them to grow

Out-Of-State Whitetails Part 5: Hunting Strategies

Sep 20 2024 18 mins

Now that you're on the ground, what should you be looking for? This is what we'll be discussing in episode five of this series. We discuss how to find fresh sign, food sources, and funnels to narrow down your hunting zone. We also touch on key tips for different phases of the season, from the early season to the rut and late season, with strategies to keep you flexible and adaptabl

Out-Of-State Whitetails Part 4: Packing

Sep 17 2024 31 mins

In the fourth episode of our series, we cover packing. What do you need to bring to ensure your hunt goes smoothly? From base layers and essential gear to packing for hot and cold weather, we dive into the must-haves and the things we wish we hadn’t forgotten in the past. Check out our socials: https://www.instagram.com/thefairchase/ https://www.facebook.com/fairchaseoffici