Petersen's Bowhunting Radio

Bowhunter Contributor Eddie Claypool has been chasing Coues deer for more than three decades and took his best buck to date last winter in Arizona. Eddie explains his passion for hunting these diminutive desert whitetails and shares bowhunting insights gained over 31 years of pursuing them across the Southwest.

It is difficult to be a consistently successful Western bowhunter without owning quality optics — and knowing how to use them! Swarovski's Dean Capuano explains how to choose the right binocular, rangefinder and spotting scope for your Western adventures and how to use them as strong allies in the field.

Imagine safely scaling trees of all shapes and sizes in just 90 seconds — without ladders, sticks or other conventional climbing aids. Scott Kurtenbach and Joe Delabarrera from newyorksaddlehunter.com join us to discuss the innovative Halfline 2.0 climbing system that can make you lighter, faster and more deadly in the field!

Steven Rinella is the face of Meat Eater, a multimedia brand that promotes the carnivore lifestyle to hunters and non-hunters alike. Rinella joins us to discuss topics that include his current bowhunting setup, Meat Eater's brand new, best-selling wild game cookbook and the upcoming election's political implications for those who value hunting and wildlife conservation.

This week, "Hunting Whitetails" columnist and noted deer biologist CJ Winand joins us to discuss some of the most useful bowhunting insights to come out of deer research, including how to deal with "string jumping," the best time of day to tag trophy bucks and more.

Beth Edwards of Missouri hunted hard for the entire archery season and was down to her last sit, one she’d hired a babysitter for so she could get out. On a frigid, snowy January day — with only hours to go in her season — the buck of a lifetime walked out!

Realtree's David Blanton is a living hunting legend. As one of the pioneers of outdoor television, Blanton was instrumental in exposing deer hunting to millions of Americans via wildly popular series such as Realtree Outdoors, Monster Bucks and Realtree Road Trips. In this week's episode, Blanton joins us to discuss three decades of incredible bowhunting success, the current state of the hunting world and how his perspective has changed over the years.

Diehard bowhunters know there’s no off-season, and one way to extend your hunting is international travel. Tim Herald and Roger Jorgensen of Worldwide Trophy Adventures join us to discuss bowhunting opportunities around the globe. From South Africa and South America to emerging destinations in Europe, they cover the ins and outs of selecting your next adventure.

Spring turkey season is in full swing across much of the nation, with seasons in remaining areas set to open in the coming days. Contributor Clint Casper joins us to share his top tactics for the season. From scouting to where to aim at full draw and everything in between, this noted turkey assassin gets you ready to bowhunt birds.

Many bowhunters believe big-game animals possess a "sixth sense" that alerts them to imminent danger. Could there actually be some science behind this claim? Mike Slinkard from HECS joins us to discuss how animals detect electromagnetic fielders emitted by predators, and how blocking that energy can lead to more close encounters with trophy animals.

Saddle hunting is all the rage, but this popular hunting method can be intimidating and overwhelming for newcomers. Saddle-hunting experts Carl Kossuth from Tethrd and Shawn Ferguson from Trophyline break down this complicated topic, offer advice for obtaining the necessary gear and share their top tips for saddle-hunting success!

Turkey seasons are opening across the country, and we're here to get you ready to chase gobblers! National Wild Turkey Federation Biologists Derek Alkire and Ryan Boyer discuss conditions around the nation and preview what hunters can expect. We also take a closer look at how turkey populations are doing in the Eastern U.S., discuss the NWTF’s new Habitat for the Hatch initiative and, of course, cover bowhunting for birds!

The Bone Collectors — Michael Waddell, Nick Mundt and Travis "T-Bone" Turner — are among the best-known personalities in hunting. They join us to discuss spring turkeys, their love of bowhunting and the future of our sport.

Spring is shed season, and that means it's time to lave up your boots and hit the fields and forests in search of antlers! Shed-hunting experts Cody Gulvas and Clayton Read burn more than 400 miles of boot leather each spring scouting the public lands of Pennsylvania in search of shed antlers. This week, they share their knowledge with you and offer tips to help you find more bone on your next shed hunt.

Eva Shockey is undoubtedly one of bowhunting's best ambassadors. This week, Eva and Todd Snader from Bowtech join us to discuss the brand new Eva Gen 3 bow. Eva also shares her incredible Colorado mule deer hunt from last fall and explains how she maintains a passionate connection with archery and bowhunting despite an extremely busy "mom life".

The Reaser family of Ohio had a 2023 deer season to remember! It started with a 6-year-old taking a big 8-pointer for his first-ever deer and culminated with grandpa taking a 200-inch Booner. Oh, and there were also two more bucks that scored more than 150 inches, plus a unique non-typical taken by a daughter who was eight months pregnant. Hear the incredible story in this week's Bowhunting Podcast.

This is the best big-buck story you'll hear all year! Illinois bowhunter Gage Shepard joins Associate Editor Mark Demko to talk about how he took down his first-ever deer from a saddle — a bruiser that green-scored 200-plus inches — in only his second year of saddle hunting. The kicker? The buck came off a property less than five acres in size!

Welcome to another thrilling episode of Peterson's Bowhunting Podcast with our vivacious host, Christian Berg. Our special guest of the week is the highly regarded hunter, Barry Wenzel from the legendary duo 'Brothers of the Bow', who shares his unrivaled knowledge and experiences in deer hunting. In this podcast, recorded at the Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Barry retraces more than six decades of his hunting adventures, providing a backdrop for his latest masterpiece 'The Old Man and the Tree'. Barry imparts invaluable insights and emphasizes the criticality of woodsmanship skills for the rising generation of hunters. Regardless of your level of hunting experience, Barry's stories and imparted wisdom promise a fresh perspective on hunting. Jointly with focusing on his remarkable hunting career, Barry also discusses his latest literary venture, encasing his rich expertise and experiences for the benefit of the youth. A native of Pennsylvania, Barry narrates his hunting odyssey, mar

Levi Morgan is one of America's most successful bowhunters and a 16-time world champion tournament archer. The greatest shooter ever to play the 3-D archery game joins us to discuss his new sponsorship deal with Altra Arrows and dishes his personal thoughts on the future of bowhunting, the impact crossbows are having on our sport and how recent personal struggles have changed his perspective on the role archery and bowhunting plays in his life.

It's our annual visit to the Lancaster Archery Classic! We are joined by Master's Open Pro champion Benton Christensen from Prime Archery, Bowtech shooter Paige Pearce and Darton shooter Tate Morgan to talk tournament shooting and swap bowhunting stories from last fall.