Outdoor Adventures With Jayson

In this episode, I spend a few minutes talking with Jim Shockey about his father Hal, his father-in-law Len and the values that were passed down related to family and hunting and what Jim, wants his grandkids to know. If you are not familiar with Hal and Len, here is a video from YouTube that will leave you laughing. To learn more about Jim Shockey, please go to http://www.jimshockey.comwhere you can learn about Jim’s museum, watch some videos, access all of Jim's social media, and book a hunt.

In this episode, I talk with Dean Trumbley and Kent Michie, hosts of Bushnell’s Trigger Effect TV (triggereffect.tv).  The show is on a number of places including The Sportsman channel, My Outdoor TV (myoutdoortv.com) and you can access prior season’s on their website.  We discuss a number of items ranging from how the show came about, Dean and Kent’s outdoor past, and something we are all passionate about which is stopping hunters from attacking other hunters. Dean and Kent made an awesome video about this called Hunting – The Big Picture (Hunting - The Big Picture). It was fantastic to talk with fellow outdoorsmen who believe like I do that without a change in how some hunters feel that they are entitled to put their views onto others, hunting and fishing could be in trouble for future generations. We also spend time discussing how Dean and Kent run their show and that they do a lot of filming for each other, self-filming and maybe occasionally take a cameraperson with them. This keeps the hunt more intimat

In this episode, I get to catch up with Steve Scott, host of Safari Hunter’s Journal and Steve Scott’s Outdoor Guide (www.stevescott.tv). Steve use’s his wisdom, humor, and science-based facts to show the benefits that hunters provide around the globe. A true conservationist, Steve transitioned from his prior life as an attorney and college professor to being full-time in the outdoor hunting industry. Steve is also active with The Outfitter Wire (www.outfitterwire.com), which helps to showcase hunts around the globe that are available to do. Steve is also helping to establish the first hunting show in China called The China Hunting Show (www.chinahuntingshow.com) and on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/chinahuntingshow/). Here outfitters from Europe, South America, North America, Africa, and New Zealand will converge to provide international hunting opportunities to Chinese citizens. If you are interested, please contact Steve. You can connect with Steve via his social media channels including: Facebook - h

In this episode, I talk with Devin Leonard. Devin has spent a considerable amount of time chasing Mule Deer across the Western United States and Northern Mexico. He is knowledgeable about mountain hunting and has taken some awesome animals. Here are two links to hunts featured on The Experience YouTube Channel: Taking a Bow to a Gunfight -  https://youtu.be/e9LvqgN9P0U Bowhunting New Mexico Ibex w/ Devin Leonard - https://youtu.be/OtZnXUJHTDc To access iSocialBoost and get Devin’s assistance with growing your Instagram, go to www.isocialboost.com and don’t forget to use the promo code Outdoors to save 80% off the cost for your first week. You can find Devin’s Instagram here – Instagram.com/devinleonard_

In this episode, I interview Bartt Brenton, owner of Brenton USA(www.brentonusa.com), manufacturer of premium AR hunting rifles. As an engineer, Bartt set out to build premium hunting rifles on the AR platform using the cartridges that best fit the AR-15 platform. In this episode we discuss what led him to manufacture arms with the passage in Michigan of the ability to use certain straight walled cartridges in the southern part of the state verse the normal shotgun only. The 450 Bushmaster cartridge was the first mass cartridge in use and the start of Brenton arms. As a lifelong hunter and reloader, Bartt wanted to build functional hunting rifles, using cartridges that took advantage of the Modern Sporting Rifle platform. If you have questions on the options available for Brenton USA firearms, please contact Brenton USA at 517-281-2571 or via the Contact Us page on their website.

I interview Dennis Ganc, of Wild Bout Huntin (www.wildbouthuntin.com). Dennis and his fellow hunters travel the eastern United States hunting and showcasing opportunities in Pennsylvania, New York, and other east coast areas.   You can watch the show on demand at the Gen7 Outdoor Channel Online (https://gen7outdoors.com) or on Roku or other streaming options.   To contact Dennis, you can connect through the Wild ‘Bout Huntin Facebook page(@wildbouthuntin), or by emailing Dennis at dennis@wildbouthuntin.com.

I interview James Lipps, the founder of the Facebook page The Camo Brotherhood (@TheCamoBrotherhood). This is a hunting group to celebrate all things hunting and all animals harvested by hunters. There is no ridicule of your animal, your animal is celebrated by all. We spend time discussing The Camo Brotherhood and the thoughts and philosophy behind the show. Then we discuss the awesome companies that are assisting James and all the other admins and team members. Below is a list of sponsors discussed: Raxx, INC. – They make an awesome bow holder to display your bow during offseason. Please go to (www.raxxinc.com). Darton Archery – They manufacture great crossbows that the team members use. Go to www.dartonarchery.comfor more information. Black Eagle Arrows – www.blackeaglearrows.com Rexpid Broadheads – www.rexpid.com Arctic Shield – www.arcticshieldoutdoor.com Barronett Blinds – www.barronettblinds.com HHA Sports – www.hhasports.com Rivers Edge Treestands – www.huntriversedge.com Please also consider a pledge

In this episode, I speak with Adam King and Kevin Johnson of Raxx, Inc. Adam founded Raxx, Inc (www.raxxinc.com), and Kevin runs the ProStaff program. Raxx makes a unique product to display your traditional, compound, or crossbow and it incorporates the brand name of your bow.   Go to the website to see the many different options available to display your bow. Use the discount code Podcast to receive a 15% discount on your first order.   You can find Raxx online at:   Facebook - @raxxinc   Instagram – Raxxinc   If you have an idea for a custom order, email sales@raxxinc.com

Please go to EP Adventures Facebook page to enter yourself in their contest.   facebook.com/epadventures

In this episode, I talk with Scott Hunter, owner of Top Ten Percent (https://toptenpercentdeermanagement.com).  Scott, his wife Rikki, and his son Kyle help you manage your land for harvesting bigger deer. They can come in and help you with Food Plots, Scrape Lines, Water Holes, Stand Placement, and Sanctuaries. The proof is in Scott's several free-range Michigan Boone and Crocket Deer took from his managed properties. Whether you have 10 acres or 10,000 acres, Scott can assist you with habitat improvement.  You can contact Scott directly from the Top Ten Website or by calling (734) 717-1862. You can also view Top Ten Percentage’s social media at: Facebook – Top Ten Percent is @Top10Percent Facebook – Top Ten % on the Hunt is @HunterOnTheHunt YouTube – Top Ten Percent Deer Management Instagram – topptenpercent Vimeo – Top 10 Percent

In this episode, I talk with Jason Brenic, United States Director of Sales and Marketing for Piscifun (piscifun.com). Piscifun is expanding it’s branded line of fishing gear that in my opinion represents the best value in premier fishing gear. We also discuss some hunting that Jason gets to do in Wisconsin where he lives. Check out Piscifun’s Youtube Page here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCelezzP9n6GAsvlYWMHCw9Q Facebook - @Piscifun Instagram - @Piscifun

In this episode, I talk briefly with my new occasional co-host Huntlee Myrtle. Huntlee is 5 years old and with the help of his mom and dad, started his YouTube channel Huntlee Myrtle Outdoors (Huntlee Myrtle Outdoors). Huntlee can also be found on Facebook at Huntlee Myrtle Outdoors (@Huntleemyrtleoutdoors). According to Huntlee’s dad Cody Myrtle, this idea took place after Huntlee meet Jimmy Houston when he was 4 years old.  Cody said Huntlee is now wanting to help other kids learn to fish and hunt, so Huntlee has launched a charity to bring that to life. You can purchase hats from Huntlee Myrtle Outdoors (HMO) to help raise money. Huntlee has also caught the eye of a few companies that are helping to sponsor his adventures. Huntlee uses Piscifun (Piscifun.com), K&M Bait Co. (Facebook - @KMBAITCO),  Wapsie Lure (Wapsielure.com), and Daddy’s Little Hunter books (dlhbooks.com).

In this episode, I talk with Ed Doherty of Unchained Outdoors TV (unchained-outdoors.net). Ed is new to the show and lives and hunts in Pennsylvania. The show is in its second season and is available on the Gen 7 Outdoors website, Roku, Amazon FireTV, Chromecast, and Androidtv. We discuss hunting in Pennsylvania, filming your hunt, Nevin’s Hunting Friends (See episode 067 of my show).  Ed and the crew hunt whitetail, turkey, waterfowl, and anything else local that they have an opportunity to hunt. Please check out the show on the Gen 7 Outdoors Channel (gen7outdoors.com/unchainedoutdoors/), and on Facebook (@unchainedoutdoorstv). Please contact Ed with any questions on the show, hunting, or any of the episodes via Facebook or by email at or by email at unchainedoutdoors@yahoo.com.

In this episode, I talk with Scott Wiseman of EP Adventures (www.epadventures.com). Scott and his hunting crew produce a line of quality hunting videos that you can order from their website or at stores in Michigan like Meijer and Jay’s Sporting Goods. Make sure to check out EP Adventures really active Facebook page (EP Adventures) and their Instagram page (@epadventureshunt).

In this episode, I speak with Matt Miller of Tryin’ Hard Outdoors. Matt is a competitive crossbow shooter in the Archery Shooters Association (www.asaarchery.com) and the International Bowhunting Organization (www.ibo.net). He is also a guide for Collins Low Country Hunt Club (collinslowcountryhuntingclub.com). In this episode Matt and I cover a lot of information in hunting, shooting crossbows, tournament shooting, and his hunting experience. You can reach Matt via Facebook (@Tryin-Hard-Outdoors), Instagram (@tryinhardoutdoors), or by email at Matt@tryinhardoutdoors.com. Matt currently shoots a Mission Crossbow (missioncrossbows.com)

In this episode, I get to talk with Antonio Abraham who is setting up a target and 3D shoot in the Bahamas. This will take place on November 1-4, 2018.  The shoot (https://www.bahamas.com/event/bahamas-shoot) is taking place in Freeport at Taino Beach and you will have a number of different resorts to stay at and options for getting to The Bahamas (https://www.thebahamasshoot.com/travel-info). If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Antonio directly at 242-426-8307 or by e-mail at Antonio@bahamasshoot.com. You can also find out more information and register online at www.thebahamasshoot.com.

In this episode, I talk with Justin McFadden of Unchained Outdoors TV (https://www.unchained-outdoors.net/home). The show is in its second season and is available on the Gen 7 Outdoors website, Roku, Amazon FireTV, Chromecast, and Androidtv (https://gen7outdoors.com/unchainedoutdoors/). We discuss hunting in Pennsylvania, filming your hunt, Nevin’s Hunting Friends (See episode 067 of my show).  Justin and the crew hunt whitetail, turkey, waterfowl, and anything else local that they have an opportunity to hunt.  Please check out the show on the Gen 7 Outdoors Channel, and on Facebook (@unchainedoutdoorstv). Please contact Justin with any questions on the show, hunting, or any of the episodes via Facebook or by email at or by email at unchainedoutdoors@yahoo.com.

I get to speak with Blake Alma (www.blakealma.com), he is a fireball of activity creating books, blogs, podcasts, and videos related to the outdoor industry. Blake has a new book coming out called An Outdoorsman’s Heart. You can order it from www.blakealmabook.com where he has information on the new book. Please follow him on Facebook and catch his show on the Hunt Channel(www.huntchannel.tv), using a Roku, or via the free Apple or Andriod app. 

In this episode, I talk with Daniel Burns, whose son came up with the idea to start Nevin’s Hunting Friends (http://www.nevinshuntingfriends.com). A group dedicated to getting kids with special needs outdoors. Their mission is simple, “to help those kids that have trouble getting into the woods due to their illness”. Nevin’s Hunting Friends is a 501c3 charity and can be contacted from their website listed above or by the groups Facebook page (@nevinshuntingfriends). You can view past hunts on the GEN 7 Outdoors TV Channel by clicking here. If you are a manufacturer of hunting or fishing gear, I would encourage you to look at this special needs group and see if you can provide some gear to help keep these young kids in the outdoors.

In this episode, I talk with Aaron Neilson about his business Global Hunting Resources (www.huntghr.com) and his hosting of the TV Show Trijicon’s World of Sports Afield (http://safariclassics.net/tv_shows.html). Aaron and I discuss some of his favorite hunt's, the hunting industry and how Global Hunting Resources can make your hunting dreams come true and the effect social media has on the hunting industry. Please contact Aaron directly at globalhunts@aol.com, and let Aaron help you plan out a dream hunt.