The ‘conversation’…..that’s why I watch your channel. There’s not enough of that these days in an American man’s life , whether it’s these subjects or a plethora of others. Society has changed so much in the last 30 plus years that for someone like myself with classic interests that it’s becoming extremely difficult to deal with….lol almost lonely. I could go on and on and I’ve got really varied interests but from politics to outdoors to just various cultural landscapes, it’s astonishing how many people have been dumbed down and have no interest in learning anything new or having the respect to learn from those who have wisdom and knowledge. Anyway, keep up the channel, it’s refreshing.
It always has amazed me how guys can see a deer at 300yds but can't find the ketchup in the fridge.🤣 Lol. I'm sure the ladies know what I'm talking about lol. Great podcast, I'm excited for deer season! Right now I'm up to my elbows canning beans but the leaves are already changing. Take care.
Great podcast! You really hit the nail on the head. To me hunting is much like life in general. Over my 3+ decades of hunting NH and VT, with many successful hunts, yet I learn something new every season, sometimes daily. I take a little from my own hunts as well as each and every hunter I watch or listen to. We never truly become an expert, we just strive to be better with each and every day
Can I ask a question to get some feedback from all, I have a hunting rifle but it’s single shot, 303 caliber. I have hunting clothes but nothing wool and nothing real quality, I’m in need of upgrading both, but can only afford to do one before this season. Would you recommend buying a new rifle, really looking into a 3030 Henry or should I take the trip to Johnsons woolen mill. Which do you think should be my priority when it comes to an upgrade? I have my thoughts but would like some other opinions
I'm sure others may have different opinions (I hope some others chime in😁)...But I think it all depends on the type of hunting you do and the climate. If you already own a reliable rifle that you shoot well, I'd opt for some better gear/clothes. Good luck!
I don’t do much tracking in PA, all stand hunting. I’d love to hear how you identify your buck tracks from large doe tracks, and how you determine the pace, walking, trotting, etc.
@@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast I think many of your listeners would be interested. I really enjoy watching your hunting videos because it is so different than what I do. I’d love to learn more about it. In PA we don’t track. We stand hunt, or we conduct deer drives to standers. I don’t think I know anyone who tracks here but I may give it a shot in the late season if we get some snow. We have some big pieces of public land I think would be ideal.
One of the things I find interesting here in Central Maine is it’s pretty clear every year there’s less hunting pressure. Perhaps related is that far more large bucks are showing on my game cameras.
1971 my Dad was laid off in early September 4 kids rough times. Dad won an Ithaca Featherlite M 37 that weekend except i brought it 90$, i told him i saw some deer on the ledge rabbit hunting. I actually hadn't seen any didn't even know what their tracks looked like. 1 box of 5 Super X Fosters, shot 1 at a Pepsi can on a fence pole blew the top of the pole off,oops Mr.M farmer wouldn't be happy but i figured i could do it. On the 3rd day of gun season I saw over 10! All glimpses. 4th day overcast grey wet 30s walked around a big Pine and standing broadside about 50 yards was a big buck making a scrape ( had absolutely no idea what a scrape was) calm as ever i raised the 12, i still remember the round Raybar sight on its shoulder shot and he started running pumped the last 3 faster than i could blink. Started running through the woods to cut him off. Busted thru some pines and there he lay, 8 point 210 lbs on the not happy farmer lol. Having a mentor is definitely a better idea but i had no one and learned the hard way. 53 years later still tipping them over..
Good morning fellas, I see it all the time with regard to reloading… ”paralysis by analysis” and people seem to overthink it. Learn the basics and start doing it!
There is a lot of good info out there...but at the end of the day, you just have to do it! A newcomers best bet is to find someone that has experience (friend, guide, etc.) and spend some time with them. It is well worth it! Good luck and ENJOY!
The book writing documented hunters are the ones we tend to know about. I know hunters who are long gone who would later in their years talk about the 50's-70's and some of them had a disregard for Maine tagging laws. They thought nothing of stacking up 6 deer in a season and tell no one of their activities. They were feeding families and nothing went to waste. Not ethical or legal hunters, but they were very good at what they did. I know most of what I know from a long dead hunter only I had the moral compass to follow the laws are written.
The ‘conversation’…..that’s why I watch your channel. There’s not enough of that these days in an American man’s life , whether it’s these subjects or a plethora of others. Society has changed so much in the last 30 plus years that for someone like myself with classic interests that it’s becoming extremely difficult to deal with….lol almost lonely. I could go on and on and I’ve got really varied interests but from politics to outdoors to just various cultural landscapes, it’s astonishing how many people have been dumbed down and have no interest in learning anything new or having the respect to learn from those who have wisdom and knowledge. Anyway, keep up the channel, it’s refreshing.
Thanks Jeff! Glad you enjoy it😁
It always has amazed me how guys can see a deer at 300yds but can't find the ketchup in the fridge.🤣 Lol. I'm sure the ladies know what I'm talking about lol. Great podcast, I'm excited for deer season! Right now I'm up to my elbows canning beans but the leaves are already changing. Take care.
Guilty! Change that ketchup to a deer and place it in the woods...no problem😂. Good luck with the beans! dilly beans are my favorite 😉
Lots of great tips, Thanks guys
Our pleasure! Fun stuff Jim!☺️
Excellent video again Gentlemen! Thanks!
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!
Great podcast! You really hit the nail on the head. To me hunting is much like life in general. Over my 3+ decades of hunting NH and VT, with many successful hunts, yet I learn something new every season, sometimes daily. I take a little from my own hunts as well as each and every hunter I watch or listen to. We never truly become an expert, we just strive to be better with each and every day
You're right on! That's what makes it so fun!
Paul and Mark Great Stuff 🎏 🦌 The Vermonter
Good job guys
Thanks Phil!
Enjoyable as always. Great conversation.
Passing through Maine in a little over a week, will be thinking about you guys when driving 😊
Regards
Mark
Awesome! Where are you entering Maine?
@@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast not 100% sure yet, but either Houlton or Calais. Bangor is the first night.
Nice! Enjoy yourself👍
@@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast Thanks, from there we are going to Salem MA, and then down to see a Redsox game.
Kids are pretty excited.
Awesome! Sounds fun 😁
I love your dads combination of traditional Maine speak like “yah/yup/ya” with the northern mix of Canadian way is saying certain words
🤣 A little mix of everything in northern Maine!
@@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast haha I get it bro. I live in Poland but I go up to caswell area a lot for work
Not far from us!
Nice video!
Thanks!
Can I ask a question to get some feedback from all, I have a hunting rifle but it’s single shot, 303 caliber. I have hunting clothes but nothing wool and nothing real quality, I’m in need of upgrading both, but can only afford to do one before this season. Would you recommend buying a new rifle, really looking into a 3030 Henry or should I take the trip to Johnsons woolen mill. Which do you think should be my priority when it comes to an upgrade? I have my thoughts but would like some other opinions
I'm sure others may have different opinions (I hope some others chime in😁)...But I think it all depends on the type of hunting you do and the climate. If you already own a reliable rifle that you shoot well, I'd opt for some better gear/clothes. Good luck!
I don’t do much tracking in PA, all stand hunting. I’d love to hear how you identify your buck tracks from large doe tracks, and how you determine the pace, walking, trotting, etc.
Maybe a good one for the next podcast🤔???
@@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast I think many of your listeners would be interested. I really enjoy watching your hunting videos because it is so different than what I do. I’d love to learn more about it. In PA we don’t track. We stand hunt, or we conduct deer drives to standers. I don’t think I know anyone who tracks here but I may give it a shot in the late season if we get some snow. We have some big pieces of public land I think would be ideal.
Stay tuned for the next podcast😉
Great information. Sounds like Northern Maine and Northern Michigan have a lot in common.
I think they do!
One of the things I find interesting here in Central Maine is it’s pretty clear every year there’s less hunting pressure. Perhaps related is that far more large bucks are showing on my game cameras.
That's a very interesting observation! Might be something to it.
1971 my Dad was laid off in early September 4 kids rough times. Dad won an Ithaca Featherlite M 37 that weekend except i brought it 90$, i told him i saw some deer on the ledge rabbit hunting. I actually hadn't seen any didn't even know what their tracks looked like. 1 box of 5 Super X Fosters, shot 1 at a Pepsi can on a fence pole blew the top of the pole off,oops Mr.M farmer wouldn't be happy but i figured i could do it. On the 3rd day of gun season I saw over 10! All glimpses. 4th day overcast grey wet 30s walked around a big Pine and standing broadside about 50 yards was a big buck making a scrape ( had absolutely no idea what a scrape was) calm as ever i raised the 12, i still remember the round Raybar sight on its shoulder shot and he started running pumped the last 3 faster than i could blink. Started running through the woods to cut him off. Busted thru some pines and there he lay, 8 point 210 lbs on the not happy farmer lol. Having a mentor is definitely a better idea but i had no one and learned the hard way. 53 years later still tipping them over..
That's an awesome story and awesome buck! Thanks for sharing and keep tipping them over!😁
Good morning fellas, I see it all the time with regard to reloading…
”paralysis by analysis” and people seem to overthink it. Learn the basics and start doing it!
That's a great example! I can see where you could get caught in the details. Thanks!
Is this the same for now hunting bc I’m as new as they come
There is a lot of good info out there...but at the end of the day, you just have to do it! A newcomers best bet is to find someone that has experience (friend, guide, etc.) and spend some time with them. It is well worth it! Good luck and ENJOY!
The book writing documented hunters are the ones we tend to know about. I know hunters who are long gone who would later in their years talk about the 50's-70's and some of them had a disregard for Maine tagging laws. They thought nothing of stacking up 6 deer in a season and tell no one of their activities. They were feeding families and nothing went to waste. Not ethical or legal hunters, but they were very good at what they did. I know most of what I know from a long dead hunter only I had the moral compass to follow the laws are written.
Your right! Many of the old timers came from large families. Nothing was wasted...but the game laws were definitely taking a backseat 😳