Episodes

4d ago

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/DHleVFIFrJg Steve is a longtime guide in the Grand Lake Stream area and former President of the Downeast Lakes Land Trust. On this episode he shares lots of fun, fascinating and touching stories from his time in the area that will make you want to live the guide's life or at least appreciate it a little more.

Dec 10

Watch this podcast on YouTube! https://youtu.be/eoXuTC1iE2k Big Woods hunting in and around Wisconsin presents some additional challenges like a patchwork of private land and bait piles, predators like wolves, and a short gun season. Nathan Nelson doesn't let any of that stop him! You'll see him out there applying his skills and always learning more, even tracking deer with his bow to keep at it as long as possible. On this podcast he shares some great buck tracking stories and the knowledge he's built about hunting the Big Woods of the upper midwest.

Dec 3

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/1qxKawFb2E0 From the 1940s right up to today Roger Milligan has been a woodsman, especially a houndsman, renowned for his fur trapping and bobcat hunting expertise. Boy does he have some stories! Join Brandon and Paul as they hear what it's like doing it all for the love of the animal, with Roger Milligan.

Dec 1

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/dHaQy-Arww0 The final week of Maine's rifle season made for some more great stories at Big Woods Outfitters.

Nov 26

Watch this podcast on YouTube! https://youtu.be/ZdQML64yHEg Another great week in the books with some nice bucks taken at Big Woods Outfitters (and maybe a few more that should have been!). Hear the stories from the hunters and find out how Hal's season has been going so far.

Nov 19

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/XlJWkKOW2Ts Paul Laney is a true houndsman who raises and runs dogs for bear and bobcat. Join Brandon, a fellow houndsman, as he and Paul swap tales of their adventures and tribulations raising and running hounds for the love of their sport, and the love of their dogs.

Nov 18

Mark, Bob, Brian and Austin sit down and talk about their 2024 deer seasons, with some good lessons and takeaways for future seasons. They also talk about their trip down to the Pennsylvania Big Woods, and get Steve Sherk from Sherk's Guide Service on for a guest appearance to talk PA Big Woods hunting. Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Nov 16

Watch this podcast on Youtube! https://youtu.be/diOKU9EXV3E Billy Molls is at Big Woods Outfitters, working hard to track a big woods buck. Join Hal, Billy and Brandon as they recap the week and talk with Ben and Steve about their bucks. Steve has been hunting over 36 years and finally killed his first deer ever, a beautiful 8 pointer, tracking it in the snow in Maine. His dream came true!

Nov 12

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/xuWRBO_mzHc The first week of Maine's 2025 deer season was a great one at Big Woods Outfitters, with great weather, a few days of great snow, and the hunters putting down some great bucks. Tune in to hear their stories.

Nov 9

Mark, Bob, and Brian sit down with native Adirondacker Christian Bills to talk about still-hunting the Big Woods of the Southern Adirondacks. Mark, Bob, and Brian sit down with native Adirondacker Christian Bills to talk about still-hunting the Big Woods of the Southern Adirondacks. Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB10" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Nov 5

Watch this episode on YouTuBe: https://youtu.be/wjDTe7m-0Hg From his early days hound hunting for racoons, to cats and bears, and becoming one of the most renowned Grand Lake Stream Canoe builders, Dale Tobey has spent his life dedicated to the outdoor experience.

Nov 2

In this episode, Mark, Bob, Brian and Austin sit down and talk about BWB's new partnership with Henry Repeating Arms and the guns we'll be coming out with later this year. Also, Dan Larsson from Skinner Sights hops on remotely from Montana to talk about hunting the Big Woods out west! Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Nov 2

Mark, Bob, Brian and Austin sit down to talk about spooky, strange, and unexplained experiences in the Big Woods, just in time for Halloween. Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Oct 29

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/Vv8fKQLmSaI These old school Adirondack legends are hard core hunters. They come from the days of carrying full tent camps miles and miles into the uncharted mountains of the ADK, locating and tracking down the biggest bucks in the region and carrying them out on their backs across the wildest, most untamed terrain. Their passion is unbounded, and their deer hunting skill is awe-inspiring. Listen to their stories, and learn from their many decades of experience. It's sure to up your big woods hunting game.

Oct 22

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/x2mc6NT22kk Lance Wheaton kicks off the podcast with a story about riding a moose across the lake, and that pretty much set the tone! Lance has a lifetime of experience and memories from hunting, fishing and guiding in the Grand Lake Stream area and shares some highlights on this special podcast.

Oct 20

Mark, Bob, Brian and Austin sit down with Roy Hart of the Massett-Hart family to talk about a lifetime of hunting hard in the Adirondacks! Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Oct 15

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/Cdk-LWcDjgE On this episode Hal and Lee answer some of your questions and talk about getting ready for the season. You've asked about finding places to hunt, what gear to bring, and finding success in the big woods. Lee dives into the finer details of the 250 Savage and its distant cousin - the 6.5 Creedmoor?! He's a wealth of knowledge!

Oct 8

Watch this podcast on YouTube! https://youtu.be/1wDsiwqv4Xc Robert Gagner has been guiding for over 60 years and has the stories to prove it! Join Brandon as he sits down with Robert to talk about guiding in Grand Lake Stream and beyond.

Oct 6

New episode of the Adirondack Hunt Podcast is up! In this episode, Mark, Brian, Bob, and Austin discuss how to pick a good spot to set up a remote tent camping site, including doing some advance e-scouting with onX Hunt ahead of time. They are also joined by guest Ryan Sapena of Seek Outside to hear about the history of Seek Outside and details on their product line. Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Oct 1

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/oRH1uX6FoFI Dan Christmas is a generational native of the Adirondacks who has spent his life in the woods; from his youth, to being a forester, a guide, and eventually building a land and camps business that makes the dream of hunting camps and land access a reality for working class sportsmen. Tune in as Hal and Lee catch up and swap some hunting stories with their good friend Dan.

Sep 24

Watch this video on YouTube! https://youtu.be/OtPHnaD0ZZ4 Pete and his wife got a late start guiding but always knew it's what they wanted to do. Now they're all in, running Chet's camps and actively participating in industry groups and carrying the torch from the older generation to the next.

Sep 22

In this episode of the Adirondack Hunt Podcast, Mark, Brian, and Austin sit down with Jim and Tom Massett to talk about a lifetime of big woods hunting in the Adirondacks and beyond. Tom's grandson Mark Massett also hops on to discuss the next generation of the Massett hunting tradition. Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Sep 17

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/hl4Cc_lsTAw Hal and Lee sit down with longtime friend Ben Kuncaitis to talk about hunting from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan to the plains of South Africa! Ben is the host of Camp Benny on YouTube, which centers around stories from his two hunting camps in Michigan.

Sep 8

In this episode, Adirondack hunter Ben Secor joins Mark, Brian, and Bob to talk about his big woods hunting adventures. Ben hunts out of a traditional wall tent 6 miles deep in the backcountry, and has shot some slammers in remote territory using a variety of methods, including tracking, still-hunting and sitting. Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Sep 5

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/Cxn-R94psgc Brian Tripp lives in Grand Lake Stream and serves as the Executive Director of the land trust that preserves and enhances the surrounding ecology and economy. It's a unique arrangement that guarantees the land will stay as it is now for future generations to enjoy. But that's just Brian's latest adventure! Tune in as Brandon and Brian talk about his time lobstering, encounters with ornery moose as a game warden, securing wild places and more.

Aug 29

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/hQ4dgfcaqR0 Whenever Hal and Lee sit down with their longtime friends Joe and Steve from the Adirondacks, good times and great insights are sure to abound! This episode didn't disappoint, and while we had to end it somewhere these guys could have gone on for days dropping knowledge and laughing the whole time. They took a look at the guns that Steve and Joe use and talked in depth about the importance of knowing your gun, with some great stories that drove that lesson home for them.

Aug 27

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/LGJuL809Ibg Lee Schanz is a wealth of hunting knowledge and has a passion for heritage, history and the guns that tell the story of the hunt. Enjoy Brandon's conversation with this Big Woods Bucks OG, and you might even learn a thing or two!

Aug 20

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/k-W0lWJl-PI Gordon Berry was a fixture in the big woods and the local community who connected us to the older generations and the way things used to be. Hal and Lee sit down with Gordon's nephew Garnett Robinson to swap stories about Gordon, his antics, and the lasting impact he had on the community.

Aug 19

Adirondack hunter Guy Swears joins Brian, Mark, and Austin to talk about his decades of experience still-hunting and tracking bucks in the Adirondack mountains. Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB10" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Aug 7

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/XtqycUz9htQ Brandon sits down with Hal Blood to hear about how he came up as a guide in the Jackman area, stories of the region's older generation of guides, and some great advice for all woodsmen. Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Aug 6

Check out this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hWpfioVTmuI You have questions, we have answers! On this episode Hal and Lee answer questions about starting fires, what they carry in their packs, hunting in low deer density areas, getting kids out hunting, and more.

Aug 5

In this episode, native Vermont hunter Erick Erickson sits down with Austin, Brian, and Bob to talk about his early days hunting Vermont and Maine, and about how his move to New York opened up the world of Adirondack big woods he now explores. He also talks about his experiences in the Catskills, the Midwest, and hunting out west for elk, and how all of these experiences helped him hone his skills with remote hot tent hunting. Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB10" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Jul 30

Watch this episdoe on YouTube! https://youtu.be/_8pGrQD0k2U On this episode Brandon sits down with Chris Richards, whose passion and dedication to moose hunting is unrivaled. Together they cover everything you need to know about the Maine moose hunt. Whether you're preparing for your upcoming hunt, want to be ready for a future hunt, or just love to hear great moose hunting stories, you're going to love this episode.

Jul 23

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/Pt8a7Efr1iQ Hal and Lee often get questions about how they prepare their trucks for the big woods. On this episode they talk about how they set up their trucks, what they bring to be self sufficient, and then they dive into some famous northwoods roads where they've had some of their wildest adventures.

Jul 16

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/UyYTz3c0wO0 Blaine Miller has been guiding for over 50 years and has particularly extensive experience guiding river tours on the Allagash, St Johns and other vast, remote rivers. Boy does he have some stories to tell!

Jul 9

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/2CidpO2HusE Deer, bear, fish, bobcats and moose - Paul Laney does it all in Downeast Maine! Join Hal and Lee as they talk with Paul about hunting and fishing in his area, once-in-a-lifetime dogs and more.

Jul 8

In this episode, Mark, Brian, Austin, and Bob sit down and talk about essential gear, tips, and tricks for packing for a remote tent hunt. Mark, Austin, and Brian all dump their packs and show what gear and essential items they use to live out of a hot tent during deer season. Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Jul 2

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/D9SG8ffCLmw Join your host Brandon Lane as he continues his conversation with legendary Maine guides Don Dudley and Donnie Helstrom about the history of guiding in Maine, the MPGA and great stories from the woods and waterways going back decades.

Jun 25

Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/QhKrsr9psT0 On this episode Hal and Lee sit down with Bob Howe to talk about all the great work he does bringing the healing powers of outdoor pursuits to our veterans.

Jun 18

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NR8U7qFlDXM Join your host Brandon Lane, current president of the Maine Professional Guides Association, as he talks with legendary Maine guides Don Dudley and Donnie Helstrom about the history of guiding in Maine, the MPGA and great stories from the woods and waterways going back decades.

Jun 11

Pull up a chair in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/h3dZlLYeWAw On this episode Hal and Lee address a common question about what ethical shooting means in the big woods, and then talk about some of the crazy situations they put their trucks through.

Jun 10

In this episode of the Adirondack Hunt Podcast, big woods hunter and forest ranger Ian Kerr sits down with Mark and Brian to talk about his experiences for killing mature Adirondack bucks still-hunting on bareground in the Adirondacks. Ian also discusses tips for how to incorporate remote hot tenting into your Adirondack hunting game. Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Jun 4

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HCsTFRF9JSw On this episode Brandon sits down with Noah Gilbert to talk about how the next generation of guides are not to be underestimated. Noah already has a lifetime of great experience and stories from the north woods. The future is bright.

May 28

Pull up a chair in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMY1IPZnLwg In this episode, Hal and Lee dive into their go-to guns and ammo setups for hunting the Big Woods. From rifle preferences to bullet performance in dense cover, they break down what works—and why. If you're gearing up for your next big woods hunt, don't miss this one! Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W Big woods land and camps for sale: www.landandcamps.com Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

May 21

Check out this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UoPsRN0Q2f4 On this episode Brandon sits down with Brandon Bishop to talk about the origins of the Maine bear hunt and some crazy adventures hunting and guiding in the big woods.

May 7

Pull up a chair in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Re0GaDQk34 Join Hal and Lee as they talk about what makes the Big Woods the Big Woods. They cover where you can find them, different terrain features and food sources, and how to fine tune your hunting strategy when you get there. Learn more about hunting deer, moose and more in the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Seek Outside Tents: Use code "BWB" for 10% off of your order at this link https://alnk.to/biuxP3W Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Apr 29

Join Brandon in camp and watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ki7pLlT20vI Join Brandon on this inaugural episode of the podcast as he discusses the challenges and adventure of four season guiding with a man who has done it all: Wade Kelly.

Apr 16

Pull up a chair in camp and watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/x44wqrAFtOM Join Hal and Lee as they sit down with Caleb Lewis of Allagash Antlers. Caleb does a lot of shed hunting with his dogs and has turned it into a thriving business. He also filmed the most famous moose charge on the internet and has some great stories and perspectives on the differences in topography, vegetation and deer behavior where he hunts.

Apr 2

Pull up a chair in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/nSTiwpDusJY Hal and Lee sit down with Scott to talk about becoming a big woods hunter, the peak and decline of the 7600, upcoming BWB videos and more on this episode of the podcast. Check out Scott's 2024 Maine hunt here: https://youtu.be/Snlupw1gqtA

Mar 19

Pull up a chair with Hal and Lee and watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/1igJJQR7ZeI Hal and Lee head north to meet with great guests like Brandon Lane. Brandon is the President of the Maine Professional Guides Association, and he and his wife own and operate Allagash Guide Service. They have all kinds of wild adventures up there, and you'll hear quite a few on this episode. We hope you enjoy it.

Mar 12

Pull up a chair in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4fWa--Lx-2o Join Hal and Lee as they sit down with Paul from Maine Outdoor Enthusiast to swap some great hunting stories, talk about their favorite gear, where the bucks are, preserving our hunting heritage and much more! Check out Paul's podcasts at www.maineoutdoorenthusiast.com

Mar 5

Pull up a chair in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0txreG1XHBg On this episode Hal and Lee sit down with Brian and Cassie of Maine Wild Harvest Co and talk about living the Big Woods lifestyle, including hunting, fishing, trapping and foraging.

Feb 27

Take a seat in camp with Hal and Lee and watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/c_efdsvwrZo In this episode Hal and Lee open up with some heartfelt stories of the men who raised them and showed them the ways of life and the Big Woods. Learn more about hunting the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Feb 19

Tracking deer on snow is the dream, but bare ground hunting is often our reality! Join Hal and Lee as they talk about strategies and tactics for success on bare ground in the Big Woods, with some great stories, tips, tricks and secrets. Learn more about hunting the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Hal's knife: Buck Knife 102: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Feb 12

Welcome to the new and improved Big Woods Bucks Podcast! Join Hal and Lee as they talk about the history of Big Woods Bucks, our past, present and future, and of course swap deer stories that made them want to wrap their muzzleloaders around a tree! Learn more about hunting the Big Woods, find informative articles and the best wool and gear at https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com Save 20% on your OnX subscription with code 'BWB' https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Wool Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Grayl water filter: https://alnk.to/4MBtYKl Buck knife: https://alnk.to/eDRDphL

Jan 2

· Join Hal & Joe with team members, Bob Dunbar & Brad Willey as they discuss o Wrap up of 3rd & 4th week at the lodge o 3rd week 9 bucks on the pole with 1 miss o Hal said he think statewide success rate is 15% but up North it is 5% o Joe's buck story for 2024 o Observation of why horns were good size for age of deer o Brad states – "Easy to get discourage if you don't have the right frame of mind" o Kids need to learn but they don't realize they might have to fail to figure it out o Hal likes to judge success of hunt on??? Head over to the Big Woods Bucks website to learn how to track and hunt the big woods: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/ · Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: · Jacket: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-hunting-jack · Pack: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-mid-size-fanny-pack · Gloves: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/bwb-wool-hunting-gloves · Pants: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-lightweight-hunting-pants · Cape: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-zippered-orange-cape · Click link to the BWB ADK Hunt Podcast · Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax · Mapping - Get 20% Off New onX Hunt Premium or Elite Memberships! Use promo code: BWB https://www.onxmaps.com/

Dec 3, 2024

· Joe, Hal, Billy Molls ( Modern Day Mountain Man www.billymollsadventures.com ), Bill Cole and Steve White discuss results of 2nd week hunts from Big Woods Outfitters and have some cool adventures to report. o Deer sightings are high. o Billy Molls says:" I have hunted whitetail my whole life but the way you guys hunt is perhaps the most underrated hunt in North America and maybe even the world." o Billy says: "You have to unlearn how you typically hunt." o "Just a few days with Hal has cut years off my learning curve." o "Every hunter needs to get a taste of tracking." o Hal said: I wanted Billy to get a buck, so I never brought my gun up!" o Joe says: "windy and rainy days with no snow you should still hunt – when cold and crispy with no snow you should considering sitting a bit." o Don't choose to stay in the cabin when it is warm. · Head over to the Big Woods Bucks website to learn how to track and hunt the big woods: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/ · Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: · Jacket: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-hunting-jack · Pack: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-mid-size-fanny-pack · Gloves: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/bwb-wool-hunting-gloves · Pants: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-lightweight-hunting-pants · Cape: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-zippered-orange-cape · Click link to the BWB ADK Hunt Podcast · Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax · Mapping - Get 20% Off New onX Hunt Premium or Elite Memberships! Use promo code: BWB https://www.onxmaps.com/

Nov 20, 2024

· Joe, Hal, Bill and Jamison discuss results of 1st week hunts from Big Woods Outfitters and also share a few tips for different weather conditions and progress of rut. o The biggest challenge of guiding is hunting is hunting can be a game of inches in the thicker cover of the big woods of the North. o Hal shares a perfect example of a huge scrape right on a transition. o You should think about the progression of the rut and use tactics that are effective for that time. o Spend time where the doe pockets are and spend as much time as possible in the 10%. o Poke around when it is rainy and windy o Joe says: grunt tube is a very important tool to have with you. o Don't choose to stay in the cabin when it is warm. o Hal says: find new spots and don't go back to same places because you killed a deer in prior years. · Head over to the Big Woods Bucks website to learn how to track and hunt the big woods: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/ · Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: · Jacket: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-hunting-jack · Pack: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-mid-size-fanny-pack · Gloves: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/bwb-wool-hunting-gloves · Pants: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-lightweight-hunting-pants · Cape: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-zippered-orange-cape · Click link to the BWB ADK Hunt Podcast · Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax · Mapping - Get 20% Off New onX Hunt Premium or Elite Memberships! Use promo code: BWB https://www.onxmaps.com/

Nov 4, 2024

· Joe and Hal give a quick update on their adventures during the 2024 moose season but get in depth on how to prep for the 2024-2025 deer season. Both answer questions about: o "The 10% of the woods the deer use" o How to find the 10% o How significant transitions are o When is the rut this year and much more · Head over to the Big Woods Bucks website to learn how to track and hunt the big woods: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/ · Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: · Jacket: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-hunting-jack · Pack: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-mid-size-fanny-pack · Gloves: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/bwb-wool-hunting-gloves · Pants: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-lightweight-hunting-pants · Cape: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-zippered-orange-cape · Click link to the BWB ADK Hunt Podcast · Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Mapping - Get 20% Off New onX Hunt Premium or Elite Memberships! Use promo code: BWB https://www.onxmaps.com/

Oct 14, 2024

· Today Mike O'Neil joins us for an informative comparison of tracking techniques that these seasoned big woods trackers use to outsmart huge mature Northern Maine whitetail bucks. Mike grew up in northern Maine and at 65 years old has been chasing these bucks for decades. As Rick Labbe states, "He has a lot of stories to share." Over time we have found that stories seem to help fellow hunters learn to figure out how to outsmart these wily old mature bucks. We hope you enjoy his stories as much as we did. · Head over to the Big Woods Bucks website to learn how to track and hunt the big woods: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/ · Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: · Jacket: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-hunting-jack · Pack: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-mid-size-fanny-pack · Gloves: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/bwb-wool-hunting-gloves · Pants: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-lightweight-hunting-pants · Cape: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-zippered-orange-cape · Click link to the BWB ADK Hunt Podcast · Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax · Mapping - Get 20% Off New onX Hunt Premium or Elite Memberships! Use promo code: BWB https://www.onxmaps.com/

Sep 30, 2024

· We had a chance to discuss a multitude of subject matter o techniques and tactics that have been gleaned from decades of hunts o detailed hunting stories o favorite outdoor writers o favorite rifles and cartridges o "The Daniel Boone Syndrome" o old school skills most effective for your development as a hunter · Lot of info shared on this one with plenty of experience shining through as they visit with each other. · Click link to listen to Ron review rifles, and discuss cartridges, bullets and compare them and do some active things in the field - Ron Spomer Outdoors · Click link to listen to Ron answer listener questions on his podcast - Ron Spomer Podcast · Head over to the Big Woods Bucks website to learn how to track and hunt the big woods: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/ · Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: · Jacket: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-hunting-jack · Pack: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-mid-size-fanny-pack · Gloves: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/bwb-wool-hunting-gloves · Pants: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-lightweight-hunting-pants · Cape: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-zippered-orange-cape · Click link to the BWB ADK Hunt Podcast · Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax · Mapping - Get 20% Off New onX Hunt Premium or Elite Memberships! Use promo code: BWB https://www.onxmaps.com/

Sep 13, 2024

The Big Woods Bucks team (many of them) sits down at Huntstock Mass to talk about their past seasons, their upcoming seasons, and the time and memories in between. Head over to the Big Woods Bucks website to learn how to track and hunt the big woods: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/ Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: Jacket: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-hunting-jack Pack: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-mid-size-fanny-pack Gloves: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/bwb-wool-hunting-gloves Pants: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-lightweight-hunting-pants Cape: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-zippered-orange-cape Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax Mapping - Get 20% Off New onX Hunt Premium or Elite Memberships! Use promo code: BWB https://www.onxmaps.com/

Aug 30, 2024

· Hal Blood, Joe Kruse, Rick Labbe, and Mike Stevens sit down with the legendary big woods hunter Carl "Connecticut Carl" Leiser to talk about a lifetime spent hunting the big woods. · Head over to the Big Woods Bucks website to learn how to track and hunt the big woods: https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/ · Hal and the Big Woods Bucks Team's Gear: · Jacket: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-hunting-jack · Pack: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-mid-size-fanny-pack · Gloves: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/bwb-wool-hunting-gloves · Pants: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-wool-lightweight-hunting-pants · Cape: https://store.bigwoodsbucks.com/big-woods-bucks-zippered-orange-cape Minus33 wool base layers and socks: https://alnk.to/aLIUpax

Aug 5, 2024

· Hal Blood is joined by his friend Steve Feinberg and ADK Trackers Joe DiNitto and Steve Grabowski for a live podcast at Huntstock, New York 2024. The crew discuss their hunts in the Adirondacks during the 2023 season. · Use code "BWB" for 10% off Huntstock Massachusetts tickets! Weekend of August 9-11: https://huntstockevents.com/8%2F9-8%2F11-massachusetts · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . · Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Jul 22, 2024

· Maine hunter Tim Eisenheimer discusses his pursuit of giant Maine bucks, including how he approaches his hunts and what he does to scout and locate bucks. He discusses the hunt that led him to bagging the highest grossing 8-pointer ever taken in Maine. · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . · Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Jul 8, 2024

· Big Woods Bucks Chief Executive Officer and camera guy Brian Connor comes on the podcast with Hal, Joe, Rick, and Lee, to talk about his journey from camera guy to Big Woods Bucks CEO, with lots of crazy big woods adventures along the way. He discusses his and Rick's hunt from 2023 when a misfire on his old guy provided a costly lesson on being prepared for your hunt. Brian discusses upcoming things to look out for with Big Woods Bucks, including Huntstock New York, Huntstock Massachusetts, and the new and improved 2024 Big Woods Bucks wool jacket that will be coming later this year. · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . · Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Jun 25, 2024

· Hal and Joe speak to Bill Greaves, director of the North Maine Woods. Bill share stories and advice about navigating 3.5 million acres of wilderness accessible to the public, what seasons it gets most crowded, and what to do if a logging truck is barreling down the road toward you. · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . · Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

May 31, 2024

Hal, Joe, and Rick Labbe sit down to talk with Alaskan Guide and big woods hunter Billy Molls of Wisconsin. Billy shares stories of how he got into the big woods lifestyle, stories of guiding hunters on big Alaskan game, and how he goes about approaching the hunt. Billy also shares his story of how he got into filming and sharing his hunts on his YouTube channel, Modern Day Mountain Man. · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . · Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

May 17, 2024

· Join Hal & Joe as they have an informative discussion about the new gun law that the Governor of Maine let through recently. Dave explains the in's and out's of the law and his take on what really happen during the process. Decide for yourself, but if you want to help fight the law go to Sportsmans Alliance of Maine and click on the tab "Donate to Challenge 72" and donate. 100% of the proceeds of that donation will go to the opposition of that law. · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . · Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Apr 24, 2024

· Join Hal, Joe and Rick as they compare, contrast and share different yet extremely effective big woods tactics with "The Hunting Beast" from Wisconsin, Dan Infalt. You will feel like you are at deer camp listening to an in-depth conversation between these gifted hunters/woodsmen sharing their knowledge, tactics, stories, and passion for the outdoors. It could help you connect dots to the information needed on locating and harvesting the buck of your dreams. · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . · Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Apr 8, 2024

· In this episode of the Big Woods Bucks podcast, Steve Sherk of Sherk's Guide Service out of Pennsylvania comes on to talk about hunting the Big Woods of Pennsylvania. Steve talks about his methods for scouting and bagging big mountain bucks on large tracts of public land in the mountains of Pennsylvania. · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . · Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Mar 25, 2024

· In this episode of the Big Woods Bucks Podcast, Hal, Joe, and Good Lee talk with Todd Havel of Misty River Trackers about tracking bucks and hunting the big woods of Wisconsin and Minnesota. Todd talks about his approach to hunting these big woods areas of the Midwest, and how tracking is growing as a popular method of hunting these areas. The gang trade notes with Todd on hunting the Midwest and the Northeast, and talk about land access, differences in gear, and predator control. · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . · Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Mar 12, 2024

· In this episode of the Big Woods Bucks Podcast, team member Jeff Paradis discusses his hunts in South Dakota, Illinois, and hunting sika deer in Maryland. Also, Matt Breton drops by to talk about recent efforts to restructure Vermont's fish and game regulators, with potentially disastrous consequences for sportsmen. Email Matt Breton @ vt@backcountryhunters.org or use this link to reach your legislators: https://www.backcountryhunters.org/takeaction#/413 · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . · Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Feb 26, 2024

· In this episode of the Big Woods Bucks Podcast, Hal Blood, Joe Kruse, and Chris Dalti visit Tucker Carlson at his home in Maine to talk about hunting, fishing, and family. Tucker and the gang trade hunting and fishing stories, talk about hunting tradition and ethics, and discuss Maine history and lore. Tucker introduces the gang to his hunting dogs, and the gang gives Tucker a limited-edition Big Woods Buck Rabbit Tracker—a custom-engraved Henry .22 with Skinner Sights' Big Woods Bucks Tracker Peep Sight. · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . · Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Feb 9, 2024

· In this episode, recorded live at Huntstock 2023, the Big Woods Bucks team sits down and discusses the ins and outs of running a guide business in the northwoods. It is a snapshot into how much experience the BWB team members have in the woods and what qualifies them to educate to help fellow hunters be the best they can be.

Jan 25, 2024

· In this episode, Rick Labbe and Garnett Robinson sit down with Joe and Hal to discuss how their seasons went. Rick tells the story of his 5 bucks in 5 different states, as well as his Wyoming elk hunt. · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . · Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Jan 8, 2024

· In this Big Woods Deer Season Wrap-up, Hal, Joe, Mike Stevens and Rylan talk about their bucks, including Hal's trip to the Adirondacks where he shot a big woods ADK buck he tracked down on snow. · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . · Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Nov 27, 2023

· Join Hal, Joe, and Stephen Schanz as they sit down and talk with Big Woods Outfitters Guide John Benway as they talk with some of the hunters who killed bucks during the third week of the Maine rifle season, including Stephen Gemma who shot a slammer of ten-point buck. · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Nov 10, 2023

· · Join Hal, Joe, Bad Lee & Mike Stevens as they discuss the lead up to what is predicted to be a productive deer season. · A bit of talk about moose talk to share. · Every coyote is a wolf now"??? · Preparation is important – Tire Chains · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . · Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Oct 23, 2023

· In this podcast, recorded live at Huntstock 2023, Rodney Elmer and Taylor Elmer of Mountain Deer Taxidermy in Vermont talk big woods hunting on bare-ground and snow across the NorthEast. · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . · Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Sep 27, 2023

· Hal and Joe sit down at Huntstock with Jim Massett, Joe DiNitto, and Steve Grabowski of the ADK Trackers to discuss still-hunting and tracking in the Big Woods of the Adirondacks and Maine. Don't forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact

Sep 6, 2023

· Maine Game Warden Corporal Kris MacCabe of North Woods Law sits down with Hal Blood, Joe Kruse, and Lee Libby to talk about big woods hunting, land owner relations, and the future of Maine's unique system of public access on private land. · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . · Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Aug 23, 2023

· Jason shares his story from last year's buck which gross scored 168" with Maine Antler & Skull Trophy Club and dressed at 217 lbs. · Jason has been a big part of coyote crusade in Jackman, Maine area which has had a real positive effect on deer population. · Good tip shared when in a tangled mess: "Walk the skid roads." · When the leaves fall, they start roaming! · Pecking order among bucks observed. · A long-bodied buck = HEAVY WEIGHT Don't forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact

Jul 21, 2023

· Big Woods Bucks team members Brad Willey of New Hampshire and Kevin Stone of the Adirondacks sit down with Hal Blood and Joe Kruse at the 2023 Big Woods Bucks picnic to talk big buck hunting in New Hampshire, the Adirondacks, and Maine. Brad tells the story of how he shot his most recent buck still-hunting and grunting, and Kevin Stone describes how he got his 2022 Adirondack buck by hitting his grunt tube while moving down the track. This episode contains lots of tips for still-hunting, tracking, and the differences between the different Big Woods states. · Connect with Big Woods Bucks . · Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . · Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . · Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Jun 29, 2023

Big Woods Bucks team member Neil Pendleton and CEO Chris Dalti join Hal Blood and Joe Kruse to talk about Neil's film "The Next One." The Next One tells the story of Neil's 2022 deer season, and how Neil killed an archery buck, a Maine buck tracking, and an Adirondack buck tracking. In this episode, Neil talks about how he set goals for himself and went about achieving them, and gives advice on how other hunters can set goals and accomplish those goals in the woods this fall. Connect with Big Woods Bucks . Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Jun 12, 2023

Title: 128| "Old School Maine Deer Tracking Stories with Matt Vining" Local Jackman, ME legend Matt Vining joins Hal and Joe to tell some stores about tracking deer. Born and raised off-the-grid in the Big Woods of Maine, Matt Vining grew up hunting, trapping, fishing, and living the Big Woods lifestyle. In this episode, Matt shares his knowledge and experiences tracking deer in the big woods, including the old days when the Benoits would camp on his family's property and he'd hunt with Larry Benoit and the whole Benoit family. Connect with Big Woods Bucks . Big Woods Bucks on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . Shop Big Woods Bucks Wool Hunting Gear . Check out Minus33 wool , Skinner Sights , and use discount code "BWB" for a 20% discount on onX .

Jun 1, 2023

Bad Lee for Governor??? Hal's deer clinic inspires new buck trackers. Scouting has indicated even more deer than last year based on tracks . Bucks wander more in hardwoods. Spring scouting can reveal "New Special Places." Don't get in the routine of visiting the same old places, veering off helps you discover new places. Bucks fights are rare to witness in big woods. Brian Donaghy gives us an update on trout in North Country. Just about time for deer fawns and moose calves to be seen. Buzzards or turkey vultures is the big woods? Coyote bill results. Our lifestyle follows the seasons. Don't forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact

May 15, 2023

Smelting update. Joe finds deer antlers while hunting for moose sheds. Green on top, green on bottom, hardwoods in the middle??? Some older bucks winter up high. Mike said not one piece of old man's beard on any trees in the area. What does that mean??? Lone Star ticks are nasty. Hal finds a new signpost with his grandson while moose antler shed hunting. Puss Pocket??? Don't forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact

Apr 27, 2023

If you are into shed hunting it is a great time to combine with deer scouting for next fall. Gathering intel from the network. Spring Scouting can lead to strategy for next fall especially for hunting the big woods. Logging can change where feed grows which can affect where you find the deer next fall in the big woods. For Hal, signposts remain his most sought-after sign in the big woods. Voting for LD 814 Coyote legislation probably won't pass. What kind of forest do deer live in – birch and poplar or maple and yellow birch with soft woods mixed in? Start by road scouting in the spring. What can you surmise looking up and down a culvert when riding the road? Why can the onX hybrid mode help you scout in the spring? Are hardwood ridges where you can see the furthest be the best places to set up in the big woods? What is one of Hal's best tips for scouting in the spring? Don't forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact

Apr 13, 2023

Our special guest, John Glidden founder of Minus33 and Chairman of the Board, is truly an expert in all aspects of wool from shearing the right sheep to softening to the skin to explaining how it keeps you warm even when wet. The Glidden family has been in the wool business for 116 years and specifically John has approximately 50 years of experience. Why merino wool is extremely soft to the skin compared to older scratchy wool. Why it doesn't shrink like wool from years ago. The importance of understanding layering your clothing for any woodsman. All-inclusive one-time outerwear is warm in more extreme conditions but how do you cool down? Minus33 sock design prevents blisters because? Sleeping bags help dry your clothes, help them feel fresh for the next day. Difference between reground vs virgin wool. Don't forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact

Mar 22, 2023

Our guest is Tim Farrar who is an expert coyote hunter from Maine and been hunting ad studying them since early 70's. Anti-hunting legislation being heard in legislative session – Bill LD814 anti-hunting assault on coyote hunting year-round. After we recorded this podcast, Maine House Bill LD 814's public hearing date was changed to April 3rd. 2023 at 1pm in the Cross Building Rm 206. http://www.mainelegislature.org/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?ld=814&PID=1456&snum=131 Why ???– coyote population in Maine has thrived even though hunters have hunted for decades. Nothing is driving this bill from a scientific perspective. Tim talks about a transient population being as big as a resident population. Pups drift from the mom in September. Territories can spread out approaching 100 miles. Coyotes can kill a moose??? Once a female coyote is bred, they will move into deer yards for an easier food source. Do coyotes influence the bobcat population? Spring Thaw is sold out. Thanks for all your support. Don't forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact

Mar 6, 2023

Rick shares details of some of his last hunts and it is jam packed with tips and some close encounters. When you feel you are close is when the wind game starts. 20 to 25 ft. bounds going down hill off mountain is a big buck. Buck just knew that a road was there, so he paralleled the road for a 1 ½ miles then swung back up the mountain. When do binoculars come in handy? Deep snow stressed deer out and probably caused them to lose antlers early. Sneak and peek into the wind. Yut, Yut I think so!!! Knocking snow way up high buck probably has a high rack. 2023 Spring Thaw Tickets go on sale – only 50 available to buy them online now. Don't forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact

Feb 22, 2023

As expected, some lighthearted fun with Garnett and his escapades from last fall. Rick Labbe and Garnett Robinson's bikini contest. Lots of deer being sighted and they are in great shape. Don't forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact

Feb 10, 2023

Coyote update – deer are pretty much spread out and not concentrated. Team member Stephen Schanz shares his deer season after he finished guiding clients. Stephen shares a good example of how deer habits change as food and cuts change. Deer dig for food near planted red pines but not sure what they feed on. Got to sound like a deer when hunting in crunchy conditions. Bucks with white antlers primarily are rubbing on maple and poplar. Shooting through whips at 70 + yards with a muzzle loader is difficult. The hunts when you don't get the buck seem to be the best lessons to learn from. I beat the buck but didn't kill him??? Don't forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact

Jan 16, 2023

Lee Schanz shares his account of the buck he killed but didn't find till the week after. Lee wanted to share to help you avoid making the mistake he did. Even with a killing shot deer don't always bleed. Ravens can be a tell-tale sign. At this year's Yankee Classic in VT. Jan. 20-22, 2023, we will announce BWB buck pool winner. Deer have been everywhere it is just a good winter for them with the lack of snow. Found only 1 coyote track in a 50 mile snowmachine ride. Mostly crust can't run dogs. Moose are sparring – they have been active but seem to be holding their antlers. In association with Coburn Summit Riders Snowmobile Club, BWB & Woodman Arms, Mark and Kassandra Woodman will be running the Boston Marathon this year to support The Boston Children's Hospital and their patient partner and her family. Buy a raffle ticket at 2 Muzzleloader raffle ticket purchase . What is a dooryard? Windstorm knocked tress down for plenty of feed in woods for deer. Don't forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact

Jan 9, 2023

Boys discuss their experiences with tracking bucks in Mass. Bucks are starting to show up in bachelor groups. Clumps of hair indicate sparring. A saddle between mountain tops is a good spot for deer to travel. Freezers are full. Tail flicker indicates deer are calm. Jeff Paradis shares his experience with a tracking dog. Dogs are amazing but trailing wounded deer on your own can build your instincts as well. Boys talk about their longest drag. If I kill him how long is the drag going to be; Cross that bridge when we get to it!! Don't forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact

Dec 17, 2022

Hal shares another close call with plenty of lessons in the story Sometimes you must break your own rules The ½ hour rule Rick shares story of his bruiser from South Dakota Out west, giant bucks don't mine laying in the cattle – they use them as radar Ricks story of his Maine buck from this year with plenty of lessons in it. Big Woods Bucks can be like bobcats – if you stay on them for several days you can wear down and they basically want to get a look at you 99% of the time when you jump a buck he??? When he is stepping out and he is striding about 4ft you better run Words of wisdom for any tracker – "Keep after it- never give up" Don't forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact

Dec 1, 2022

The Stomach Flu Excuse. Too Many Details!!! It is all about getting on the right one at the right time. Step on high spots around water and when in the woods but DON'T step on high spots when you're in the high ground. Mark describes his method of 3rd gear, 2nd gear 1st gear, death creep. Joe said: " if I could have teleported myself, I would have killed him 5 times because I was familiar with the area." A story develops from daylight. Hal says: " you cannot control when the 2 points connect." The buck didn't care about me but cared more about the does. Coyote patrol had helped last few years. Don't forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact

Nov 17, 2022

Even with record higher temps more deer sightings then we can remember Lots of stories that add up to learning experiences Guide/Team Member Ben Allen gets nominated for guide of the month??? Many hunters come up here not expecting to see anything, but things can happen fast Have to keep going through the motions even when conditions are tough. Did anyone get swamp-ass? asks Hal Ben Allen's 8 year old daughter Anna gets her 1st deer Sam Dalti gets another nice RI buck Joe reminds us our daughters can be into hunting just give them a chance Hal says when he finds a lot of rubs in a spot he has to get exploring! Sign post Park? Don't forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact

Nov 2, 2022

Lots of droppings and beds indicates a healthy deer herd. Things just getting going some scrapes but halfhearted. Snorting back at a deer you jump just might hold him long enough. Most guys in camp saw deer today. "Stove up with buck sign" Good Lee Lingo. Even though cut hard deer like them but hard to kill one in there. Hal gets injured again!!! Does his own chiropractic work. What to do when you get leg cramps form walking too much. In the north winters are a major controlling factor of deer herd health. Big groves of maple could be beneficial to health of deer herd. When mornings are cool work your way up high. Repeat process and the law of averages will catch up to you. Precipitation quiets things down. Don't forget to use the discount code for your onX membership. Go to on onxmaps.com and enter discount code bwb for 20% discount. Please keep important feedback. Please use the link below. The Big Woods Team… https://www.bigwoodsbucks.com/Contact