Petersen's Bowhunting Radio

Lancaster Archery President Rob Kaufhold recaps a 2022 deer season that included taking a 170-class whitetail buck with his recurve bow. Then, the guys from Vantage Point Archery join us to discuss their new, 125-grain, single-bevel broadhead and why so many compound bowhunters are switching to single-bevel designs for their proven performance in the field.

We're at the Lancaster Archery Classic in Pennsylvania o kick off the indoor shooting season! Lancaster Archery's PJ Reilly discusses the 2023 tournament field and format, while Hoyt Archery's Jeremy Eldredge recounts his successful September bull elk hunt and dishes details on Hoyt's 2023 hunting bows.

The 2023 Archery Trade Association show is in the books, and there was a lot of great new gear to be seen! Editor Christian Berg and Associate Editor Mark Demko recap their time at the show, highlight some of the best new products of the show and also include a "bonus segment" on three small brands bringing new innovations to the bowhunting community.

Now that deer hunting season is over, it's time for Act II — cooking and grilling season! Rick and Jen Wheatley of Food for Hunters join Associate Editor Mark Demko to share their tips and tricks and tips for transforming venison into delicious dishes in the kitchen. Among the topics covered are field dressing basics, aging venison, how to prepare different cuts and ways to make better burgers. They'll also share some of their favorite recipes, many of which can be found HERE

TenPoint Crossbow Technologies has three blistering, new models this year, headlined by the Flatline 460. TenPoint founder and Executive Chairman Rick Bednar joins Associate Editor Mark Demko to talk about the new lineup, the development and that goes into every TenPoint model and his lifelong passion for archery and bowhunting.

With winter upon us, opportunities for bowhunting might seem bleak. But predator hunting is about to kick into high gear. Iconic predator hunter Fred Eichler joins Associate Editor Mark Demko to discuss the challenge and thrill of pursuing coyotes, foxes and bobcats with archery gear, as well as how to fine-tune hunting and calling tactics for stick-and-string success.

The New Year is just around the corner, and that means time for new bowhunting gear! Editor Christian Berg and Associate Editor Mark Demko preview the 2023 ATA Show, highlight upcoming product coverage, recap their 2022 bowhunting seasons and look ahead to some exciting new developments on the horizon.

We've all been there. You had your heart set on a particular deer in your hunting area, and another hunter killed "your" buck! Field Editor Eddie Claypool shares his feelings about a very special Kansas deer that was killed by a neighboring rifle hunter this fall and discusses how bowhunters can deal with the disappointment that comes when you let a great young buck walk only to see it tagged by someone else.

The rut has come and gone, but there's still time to fill your tag. Petersen's Bowhunting Crossbows columnist and Alberta resident Brad Fenson joins Associate Editor Mark Demko to talk about the equipment, gear and planning needed to be successful in the late bow seasons, as well as the little things that make all the difference when you're trying to punch your tag amid bone-chilling cold, frigid wind and snow.

The all-new Era is the first-ever carbon bow in the Elite Archery lineup. Elite pro shooters Darrin Christenberry and Aron Snyder join us for some in-depth analysis of Era features such as its carbon-fiber riser, S.E.T. cam-tuning system and the ability to easily customize draw-length, letoff and the feel the bow at full draw.

Former All-American college wrestler and UFC fighting champion Chad Mendes has beaten some of the toughest opponents in the world. Off the mat and outside the octagon, however, Mendes is a passionate bowhunter who enjoys the challenge of pursuing world-class bucks and bulls. Mendes joins Associate Editor Mark Demko to talk hunting and his Finz & Featherz Guide Service that gives fellow sportsmen the opportunity to experience awesome outdoor adventures alongside professional athletes and celebrities.

Sure, Indiana is renowned for its high-quality hoops, but the state has also become well-known for its world-class whitetail hunting. On this week's Bowhunting Podcast, Tony Wright of the Hoosier State Record Buck Program joins Associate Editor Mark Demko to talk about the growing number of trophy-caliber bucks taken in Indiana each year, where these deer are coming from and why the state is producing so many mature whitetails.

Long Island might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of great bowhunting destinations, but this densely populated suburban area in the shadows of New York City is home to a burgeoning whitetail population. Jacqueline Molina from Babes & Bucks of Long Island joins Editor Christian Berg to talk about a passionate group of female bowhunters who are helping control deer numbers in their neighborhood.

The whitetail rut is finally here, and that means magic could literally happen at any moment! On Nov. 3, 2021, Oklahoma bowhunter Zach Meadows took the buck of a lifetime, a 17-pointer that scored 196 6/8 inches net, making it one of the largest non-typicals ever taken in the Sooner State. Meadows joins Associate Editor Mark Demko to share his top tips and tactics for taking mature bucks during the rut.

It's Halloween Week, and that means frightfully good action in the deer woods. Laden Force and Haynes Shelton from North American Whitetail magazine and TV join Editor Christian Berg to discuss the deer-hunting tactics you can use RIGHT NOW to put a big buck on the ground as October comes to a close.

What if you could predict the best days and times to hunt whitetails? Thanks to the all-new Whitetail Activity Forecast from Hunt Stand, you can! The Forecast combines peak breeding dates from more than 4,000 counties nationwide with real-time, localized weather data and predicts peak movement periods for each day and also ranks each day's movement potential from 1 to 100. Hunt Stand's Brian Murphy joins Editor Christian Berg to discuss the new forecasting tool and how it can help you be a more efficient deer hunter. 

Bryan Burhans, executive director of the Pennsylvania Game Commission, joins Editor Christian Berg to discuss how he lost an incredible 110 pounds in the past nine months and how it has dramatically increased his enjoyment of the outdoors. Burhans also discusses the challenges of managing Pennsylvania's whitetail herd and the growing role crossbows are playing in the state's archery season.

From a daylong sit in a whitetail stand to a backcountry elk hunt, a backpack is an essential piece of bowhunting equipment. Mystery Ranch's Chris Nolan and Alex Rich join Associate Editor Mark Demko to discuss what goes into selecting the perfect pack for your hunting needs, as well as take a closer look at the company's new Treehouse Series, designed especially for serious whitetail treestand hunters.

Not many hunts are harder than pursuing big-woods whitetails on public ground. In this episode, Steve Sherk of Sherk's Guide Service in Pennsylvania discusses his lifelong passion for pursuing mature bucks on the public, offers tips for locating bucks in areas of vast timber and explains how he used his know-how to build a business that offers a unique opportunity for hardcore bowhunters willing to embrace the ultimate whitetail challenge!

Many bowhunters develop eye problems as they age, impacting their effectiveness in the field. Optometrist and competitive archer Joe Vincent and Adjustable Red Dot co-owner Tim Zelenka join Associate Editor Mark Demko to discuss why our eyesight changes over time, how it erodes our ability to see clearly and focus on the pin and target and how we can cope with the challenge of aging eyes.