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The Watering Hole
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55 episodes
1 week ago
This week on The Watering Hole, the guys break down a season that truly had everything—big bucks on the ground, late-season strategy paying off, hard lessons learned… and an unforgettable moment when Todd stepped in to rescue a wounded deer trapped on the ice. The conversation starts with one of the most successful bowhunting seasons the crew has ever had, but quickly shifts into the responsibility that comes with success. From wind and stand decisions to waiting after the shot, the guys div...
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This week on The Watering Hole, the guys break down a season that truly had everything—big bucks on the ground, late-season strategy paying off, hard lessons learned… and an unforgettable moment when Todd stepped in to rescue a wounded deer trapped on the ice. The conversation starts with one of the most successful bowhunting seasons the crew has ever had, but quickly shifts into the responsibility that comes with success. From wind and stand decisions to waiting after the shot, the guys div...
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The Watering Hole
Episode 55: A Dream Season, a Deer Rescue & Real Late-Season Truths
This week on The Watering Hole, the guys break down a season that truly had everything—big bucks on the ground, late-season strategy paying off, hard lessons learned… and an unforgettable moment when Todd stepped in to rescue a wounded deer trapped on the ice. The conversation starts with one of the most successful bowhunting seasons the crew has ever had, but quickly shifts into the responsibility that comes with success. From wind and stand decisions to waiting after the shot, the guys div...
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1 week ago
49 minutes

The Watering Hole
Episode 54: This Is What Hunting Is All About
In this episode, Justin and Todd dive into one of the spiciest mid-season conversations hunters are having everywhere: Has Illinois deer hunting changed for the worse? From the rise of crossbows and modern rifles to the explosion of drones, trail cams, and extended seasons, the guys unpack how shifting rules and shifting ethics affect herd numbers, hunter opportunity, and the trophy-buck culture driving today’s whitetail world. www.bowhunting.com
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2 weeks ago
36 minutes

The Watering Hole
Episode 53: Hunting Blizzard Conditions
In this episode of The Watering Hole, we head straight into the timber to deal with the aftermath of a massive winter storm. With over 13 inches of fresh snow on the ground, the landscape looks perfect for big bucks—but we break down why these "dream conditions" can actually be a nightmare for bowhunters. We discuss the paradox of "dead still" days after a blizzard, where the woods are so quiet that even drawing a bow feels impossible without alerting every deer in the county. We also dive i...
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3 weeks ago
56 minutes

The Watering Hole
Episode 52: Whatever Happened To Ethics?
Justin loses it as we dive into the total collapse of bowhunting ethics, calling out the channels that normalize terrible, long-range shots. We passionately debate why hunters are moving away from the "20 yards, perfect angle" standard and relying on recovery crutches like drones. If you care about the future of ethical hunting, this is a must-watch conversation! www.bowhunting.com
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4 weeks ago
59 minutes

The Watering Hole
Episode 51: Talking Biggest Bucks and Being Tagged out!
This week on the Watering Hole Podcast, the guys are fired up—Justin is fresh off a Kansas public land buck, Todd is officially tagged out, and the rut chaos has taken over everywhere. Justin breaks down six straight days of grinding out Kansas walk-in ground, scouting miles of public, finding fresh sign, rattling encounters, running into other hunters, and finally getting the perfect rut shot on his biggest buck ever. Todd shares the story behind his double buck season, plus an unexpected c...
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1 month ago
57 minutes

The Watering Hole
Episode 50: Two Bucks Down! Todd’s Wild Rut Hunt & Late-Season Tactics
Todd Graf is fresh off one of his craziest ruts ever—tagging out on two big Illinois bucks in just a few days! In this milestone 50th episode, Todd and Ben recap both hunts, share how high winds, changing temps, and quick adjustments paid off, and dive into what’s still to come this November. The guys talk rut timing, trail cam patterns, gear must-haves for cold sits, and how to stay in the game mentally as the season wears on. www.bowhunting.com
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1 month ago
34 minutes

The Watering Hole
Episode 49: Rut Anxiety Is Real!
The rut is here, and the chaos is real! Todd, Justin, and Ben dive into the highs and lows of November deer hunting — from early morning anxiety and e-bike adventures to public land struggles, scouting stories, and prepping for big trips out west. Justin’s headed to Kansas, Todd’s dealing with deer drama at home, and the guys debate everything from saddle setups to why hunters really search harder for a 150” buck than a doe. www.bowhunting.com
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1 month ago
53 minutes

The Watering Hole
Episode 48: 205-Inch Buck Falls, Recovery Chaos, and a 10 Year Old Buck Story Ends
The rut is heating up, and this week’s episode of The Watering Hole is packed with wild stories from the woods. With Todd still chasing mule deer in Colorado, Justin and Ben break down one of the craziest weekends of the season — from quiet sits and zero wind to back-to-back shots, bad hits, and a long night of tracking. Joey’s rollercoaster hunt has it all: a gut check moment, drone talk, and a tracking dog adventure that ends with one buck recovered and one still missing. Plus, Justin sha...
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1 month ago
1 hour 1 minute

The Watering Hole
Episode 47: The Countdown to November: Pre-Rut Hunting Gameplan
The countdown to November is on, and the Bowhunt or Die crew is fired up for the pre-rut! In this week’s episode, Todd, Justin, and the guys dive into their late-October gameplans — from all-day sits and calling strategies to how cold fronts, trail-cam data, and shifting deer patterns are setting up for an incredible rut. They talk target bucks, travel hunts, and what it takes to grind through those long days in the stand. Plus, a few laughs about wild hunting stories, near misses, and even a...
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2 months ago
48 minutes

The Watering Hole
Episode 46: How's This Deer Still Alive?
In this week’s episode of The Watering Hole, the guys talk through one of the toughest parts of bowhunting — losing a deer. From shot placement and blood trailing to using tracking apps and recovery dogs, this conversation dives deep into what every bowhunter eventually faces. Plus, we look ahead to an upcoming Colorado hunt, talk drought conditions, early October movement, and even some ATA trade show news. Packed with real talk, lessons learned, and plenty of humor along the way www.bowhunt...
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2 months ago
55 minutes

The Watering Hole
Episode 45: Cold Front Chaos & Camera Fails
In this episode of The Watering Hole, the crew breaks down Ben’s off-camera buck story, self-filming struggles, and the chaos of trying to balance hunting season with real life. From KFC dinners to GoPro fails, this one has it all. Plus, Mike Fitzgerald joins the table fresh from Minnesota as the guys talk about the cold front rolling in, Levi Morgan’s Pennsylvania giant, Paul Morrison’s Alaska moose, and why tree stand safety isn’t a joke. www.bowhunting.com
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2 months ago
58 minutes

The Watering Hole
Episode 44: Stop Scoring Your Buck Right Away!
Opening day is here, and the guys are gearing up for another deer season! In this episode of The Watering Hole, Todd shares the bittersweet story of pulling his last trail camera from the Stockton farm, along with some unforgettable footage from the waterhole. Justin and Todd dive into their favorite hunting gear they can’t live without—from trusty releases to the Mystery Ranch bow case—and how they’re tweaking their filming setups with DJI cameras, GoPros, and tree arm mounts. Along the way...
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2 months ago
56 minutes

The Watering Hole
Episode 43: The Final Countdown to Opening Day: Trail Cams, Acorns & Gear
Welcome back to The Watering Hole Podcast! In this episode, the crew covers everything from acorns dropping and deer movement to trail camera frustrations and even a record-breaking raccoon. We dive into the final countdown to opening day, share stories about gear mishaps in the rain, and debate broadheads, arrows, and the never-ending conversation about lighted nocks. www.bowhunting.com
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3 months ago
38 minutes

The Watering Hole
Opening Day Shenanigans on Public Land: Saddle Hunting & Big Lessons | The Watering Hole Ep. 42
This week on The Watering Hole Podcast, Ben shares the wild ride of his very first public land hunt — and it’s a weekend packed with lessons, laughs, and a few rookie mistakes. From saddle hunting in the dark to losing (and miraculously finding) his release, Ben’s trip had it all. He even gets up close with wary deer and learns the hard way about hauling one out of the woods. The crew also dives into gear talk — from camera arms and backpack setups to the pros and cons of different lighted n...
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3 months ago
1 hour

The Watering Hole
Episode 41: What Could Go Wrong? First Time Hunting Public!
Todd is still off chasing the mountains of Colorado, so the crew holds down the fort and covers everything from farm sales and hunting leases to the bow vs. crossbow debate that never seems to die. We dig into what makes shooting a bow so addicting, why some hunters gatekeep crossbows, and how public land etiquette changes everything when trucks start stacking up in the parking lots. With Wisconsin’s opener right around the corner, we talk saddle hunting, ground setups, and how to survive lon...
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3 months ago
1 hour 6 minutes

The Watering Hole
Episode 40: Addicted to Hunting- Counting Down to Deer Season 2025
Join Justin and Ben on The Watering Hole as they dive into the start of deer season and what’s on every bowhunter’s mind right now. From bucks finally shedding velvet and showing up hard-horned, to food plot struggles, hunting from the ground, and big out-of-state adventures — the guys cover it all. They swap stories about early season scouting, trail cam pics, and missed opportunities, plus debate the effectiveness of mock scrapes, food plots, and hunting strategies for 2025. Along the way,...
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3 months ago
1 hour 12 minutes

The Watering Hole
Episode 39: Poison Ivy, Tree Stands & Arrow Mishaps
It’s almost hunting season, and the guys are fired up! In this week’s episode of The Watering Hole, Todd and Justin cover everything from poison ivy horror stories to prepping tree stands and blinds for the fast-approaching opener. They share lessons learned about handling vines in winter, trail cam updates as bucks shed velvet, and how early season weather shifts can make or break your hunt. The conversation also dives into arrow tuning, lighted nock testing, and the latest treestand review...
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3 months ago
55 minutes

The Watering Hole
Episode 38: The Future of Testing for CWD
For More information on Dream Genomics, visit: www.dreamgx.com In this episode of The Watering Hole, the crew sits down with Dr. Gary Pusateri to talk about a groundbreaking approach to tackling Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in deer. From his bowhunting roots in Buffalo County to his work in human medicine and gene expression diagnostics, Gary shares how his team is developing a simple blood test—and even a Covid-style field kit—that could change the future of wildlife management and d...
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4 months ago
1 hour 13 minutes

The Watering Hole
Episode 37: Playing the Wind? Overrated?
What starts as a lighthearted pizza debate quickly turns into a deep dive on food plots, wind strategy, and the unpredictable moments that make hunting so addictive. Todd and Justin swap stories about chasing bucks, the realities of playing the wind and thermals, and how young Ben survive a rabid bat attack — complete with a falcon cameo. You’ll also get practical tips for better food plot prep, from fertilizer choices to timing your planting, plus a behind-the-scenes look at improving water...
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4 months ago
49 minutes

The Watering Hole
Episode 36: First Bucks, Bad Plots & The Disappearing Hunting Tradition
This week on The Watering Hole, Todd and Justin dive deep into the heart of deer season prep — from planting food plots the right way to remembering the magic (and mayhem) of our first buck. We talk fall planting windows, why rotation matters, and the biggest mistakes hunters make with brassicas. Then we get nostalgic: check stations, old Walkmans in the blind, and how early is too early to take your kid hunting? www.bowhunting.com
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4 months ago
34 minutes

The Watering Hole
This week on The Watering Hole, the guys break down a season that truly had everything—big bucks on the ground, late-season strategy paying off, hard lessons learned… and an unforgettable moment when Todd stepped in to rescue a wounded deer trapped on the ice. The conversation starts with one of the most successful bowhunting seasons the crew has ever had, but quickly shifts into the responsibility that comes with success. From wind and stand decisions to waiting after the shot, the guys div...