Christian Outdoors Podcast

What is a mountain man? In days gone by, the mountain man was a rugged individual who carved his life out of the Rocky Mountains, Yukon or Alaska living off the land. Trapping, hunting, fishing and more. Many a boy grew up dreaming of living such a life, but few of us have pursued it with the passion and dedication as Billy Molls. Known as the Modern Day Mountain Man. Billy Molls has guided hunters across the Alaskan wilderness for more than two decades. Hunting Dall sheep and Alaskan-Yukon moose in the Brooks range, Grizzly bears in the western interior and Brown bears on the pennuslia and Kodiak island. Molls has lived a life many of us dream about. Chronicling most of this through a video camera, The Modern Day Mountain Man is a popular channel on YouTube and social media. Billy's open personality and willingness to share his struggles and his faith make his shows a "must-see TV" Today we discuss his life as a guide and his faith journey as he spends months each year in the wilderness of Alaska.

What happens whe you get your priorities out of order? What happens when your job is more important than anything else? Today David Blanton of Realtree joins us and shares his deep commitment to Christ and how getting his priorities out of order cost hium his marriage. David is realyl transparent here and shares his struggles and his faith in Jesus Chrsit and encourages you the listener to learn from his mistakes and to evaluate your life and see what Jesus means for you. It is one of my favoirte episodes and you will be blessed by listening to it. @davidblantonrt

It is Holy week, the last week of Jesus' life and as we approach Easter Sunday. I brought with me Pastor Jon Goodwin of Heartland Bible Church of Gasport, NY to talk with me, not about Easter Sunday, but rather we talk about Friday. The day Jesus dies on the cross. We discuss what that day means to us individually and then we dive into the theological side of what Jesus accomplished on the cross. More than anything we want the listener to know that what Jesus did on the cross, he did for you. He opened the door to the father for you. He took on the sin of the world for you. He conquered death for you. He came, suffered and died for you so you would not face the death of sin. He did everything he did just for you. If you have not taken the opportunity to accept the offer of salvation for you that is given through the blood of Jesus. Do not take another day without making that decision and commitment. If you want to talk about this with anyone, you can email me directly [email protected] I will be happy to talk with you about any of this so you can experience hope unleashed.

What happens when life suddenly changes? When your plans are trashed, and everything you planned for suddenly and drastically changes? Derek Demun was living the dream, A world class snowboarder, he was chasing winter across the globe. When at the age of 21 a construction accident changed it all. breaking his back at the T-8 Derek was suddenly a parapalegic from the chest down. How did he cope? What were his challenges? Where did he turn for help? Today, T-8 Outdoorsman is chasing his dream of hunting, fishing and more. In his wheelchair he continues to live his dreams, hunting elk, deer, alligators and more. Derek is an inspiration and he shares how his faith in Christ has sustained him through all of this. Now age 34, Derek is still in his wheelchair, and still rolling through life with a positive attitude and making the most out of his situation.

Is your church safe? Do you have an active resposne team? Are they well trained in helping with situations? Does your church have access to training, and implementation of a church security team? Today's guest, Micah Bender founder of Heavenly Arm is with us to discuss how his program can help churches to prepare for any emergency. Medical emergencies, disruptive issues, and beyond. Heavenly Arm (Active Response Ministry) is designed to provide churches with the necessary tools to develop, train and implement Active Response teams in your local church. We discuss this in detail as we plow thorugh some of the issues facing churches today and how to handle them in a professional and Christian manner. If you want to find out more, reach out to Micah at [email protected]

Part 2 with Lance Kreuger considered by many to be the nation's best wildlife photographer. In this part we get into more detail of photography, and we also spend a good bit of time discussing his passionate Christian walk and how that has influenced his life. How he uses his position in the outdoor community to exercise his "friendship evangelism" to lead people into relationships with Christ. It is a great show with one of the premier photographers in the world. www.lance-kreugercom is where you can find his material.

Part 1 of a 2 part discussion with who many consider the greatest photographer of wildlife in America. Lance Kreuger is best known for his pictures of whitetail deer and wild turkeys and today he and I discuss some of the nuisances of getting these epic pictures. How he got into the business of photography, how he gets some of his shots, and his equipment. Much of this discussion is technical for photographers who are interested in equipment, his transition from film to digital and why. But we also cover a lot of the details of how he gets close to mature deer and turkeys. The discussion is so good we kept talking and I decided to break it into two episodes. Next week we will get into more detail of photography, and we also discuss his passionate Christian walk and how that has influenced his life. www.lance-Kreuger.com is where you can find his material.

Every now and again you stumble across someone who is doing something right and for the right reasons. This happened to me when I ran across Oscar "Moosie" Williamson and his new hunting apparel company; Catch and Release Hunting Apparel. Seven years ago, Moosie set out to make the highest quality hunting clothing at an affordable cost. Realizing that the premium brands out there, while good, were insanely expensive and well beyond the avarage hunter or outdoor enthusiast. Moosie designed and developed a line of clothing that rival the top names in the industry at a fraction of the cost. Catch and Release Camo is not your run-of-the-mill camo. On the contrary, the material is the highest quality you will find and their price point is reachable by the average outdoor enthusist. In this episode we discuss his adventuers as he hunted Tahr in New Zealand, the plains of Africa and in his native Idaho. If you wan to learn more go to; www.catchandrelease.us

Brad Clay is the founder and host of Final Descent Outdoors. A faith based outdoor television show that is the longest running outdoor show on the Pursuit channel. Brad is also an ordained pastor and shares his passion for his faith openly. Today we discuss how he got called into outdoor television, some of the accomplishments as well as some stories about himself, his faith journey and his passion for sharing his faith through his platform. To learn more about Brad and Final Descent Outdoors, go to www.finaldescentoutdoors.com

Adventuers in the Yukon with Derek Baker is a great show! We are discussing hunting Alaska-Yukon Moose, Wood Bison and ice fishing. But also learning how Derek and his family are serving as missionaries in the far north. The Yukon is a dropping off place for many internationl folks heafing to Canada. Derek and his wife are working with SEND international (www.SEND.org) to help these folks assimilate into life in Canada. Before this, they spent many years in small village as missionaries to the First Nations People of Teslin, Yukon. He has a fascinating story of how he ended up in the Yukon and how his family is serving Christ in the far north. Like many missionaries, Derek and his family are self funded. Which means they rely on the generous donations of others to support them If you want to contribute to his ministry you can do so here www.send.org/bakerbits

When I met Heath Hyatt at SHOT show a few weeks ago, I knew I needed him on the show. Heath is a fellow podaster with his show. The Journey on Houndsman XP https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/houndsman-xp-sportsmens-empire/id1462431615 He is a dedicted and talented dog trainer. His passion is running bears with hounds. But Heath is also a K9 Trainer for law enforcement. This is a fascinating discussion about dogs and hounds. Throughout the discussion I was reminded of the poem by Francis Thompson where he writes; "As the hound follows the hare, never ceasing in its running, ever drawing nearer in the chase, with unhurrying and imperturbed pace, so does God follow the fleeing soul by His Divine grace." I think you will enjoy this episode.

In the world of outdoor television everyone knows Ronnie "Cuz" Strickland. One of the first employees of Mossy Oak in 1988, he is now Sr. Vice President of Media for Mossy Oak. Today we discuss turkeys and Jesus. We break down some turkey hunting tactics, tips and techniques. Cuz shares some stories of people and places he has visited and experiences he has had. We also discuss his faith and how it benefits his life and what he does.

Jeff Lindsay is founder and host of The Lindsay Way a television show dedicated to hunting whitetails in the midwest. While they do hunt other things, their passion is hunting old mature whitetails. Today, Jeff shares with us his passion for whitetails and then he shares his passion for Christ and how that relationship with Jesus has shaped his life, his television show and beyond.

If you listen to the show you know I love Wyoming and I am looking forward to hunting pronghorn antelope there in the fall of 2023. So today, I invited Trey and Melissa Aars the owners of Double A Outfitters from Moorcroft, Wyoming to join me and let's discuss their business, but mostly everything antelope. Trey opens his book of secrets and shares some insight in archery hunting antelope and rifle hunting and the differences between the two. We also discuss how faith plays a role in thier business. It is a great conversation with great folks. If you are interested in booking a hunt in the Black hills of Wyoming, Double A Outfitters is the place to consider. You can reach them at; 307-660-0511 or on Facebook under Double A Outfitters.

Truth in Nature Outdoors, (www.truthinnature.org) is a ministry that is focused on helping fatherless boys with positive male mentors. Began in 2009 by Jeff Davis of Dallas, Georgia. Davis felt a calling to help boys who were without a father. His life was shattered when his parents divorced and he lost his male role model, his wife suffered a similar situation when her father died when she was twelve years old. They recognized a need for boys to have a positive male role model and Truth in Nature Outdoors was formed. Today, they have 11 chapters across the nation and are helping hundreds of boys with positive male mentors. By using the outdoors to draw these young boys ages 11-18, they introduce them to outdoor activities and also the gospel. Every session includes time to discuss the love of Christ and how he can change their lives. Whether they are building fires, archery lessons, or learning how to be a gentleman in today's world, Truth in Nature Outdoors takes these boys and young men and shows them how Godly men are to behave and how they can have positive male mentors in their lives.

** ALERT ** ** ALERT ** ** ALERT ** This show is dealing with a sensitive topic and may not be suitable for your children. Please take notice and listen without your children present. Today we have Mr. Mason Cain. Mason is the owner and founder of Unchained Leader. Unchained Leader is a program designed to help men create a permanent break and freedom from pornography and other sexual addictions. They focus on 1st helping men permanently conquer their bondage, and then work to help these men develop as the Man and leader God created then to be. this is a topic I enter into with trepidation but one I feel God is leading me towards due to the epidemic that is occurring in our society with this issue. We discuss how to overcome the shame and seek help and where to get the help you need to defeat one of Satan's most effective method of confusion. Unchained Leaders is a necessary tool that God is using to overcome the bounds of this issue.

Ashley Nicholas is a rare breed. She is as passionate about bowhunting as anyone I have known, but she is equally passionate about following what God wants for her and sharing her faith when and where she can. As Content Creator for Final Descent Outdoors, she has found a place to exercise both her passions in one place. An up and coming star, Ashley is someone that is going to make an impact on the bowhunting community and for young ladies wherever she goes.

When God made the decision to enter into Mary's womb, it was no small undertaking. He came as a man to show us how we are to live our lives, how we are to treat one another and how we should be as those who carry the image of his father. He also came to prepare us a place, to bear the wages of sin, and to cleanes us from our sinful ways. This season we celebrate the birth of Jesus the Christ. Who came into the world as the son of God from the virgin Mary. It is no small wonder, and something humanity will celebrate. Join Pastor Jon Goodwin and I as we discuss the mystery of God becoming Man.

As the deer season is winding down in much of the country, hunters with tags still not punched are looking for late season opportunities. This week, Chris Taylor and I sit down and discuss some late season hunting tactics for whitetails. Mature bucks are usually run down after the rut and only one thing is on their mind. That is food. Finding good reliable food sources is critical for getting a late season buck. We discuss food plots, mast crops, and more as we bring the season to a close.

Hunting with handguns is a passion of mine and my guest's today. I have Jon Goodwin and Brandon Houston with me and we are discussing everything you need to know about hunting with handguns. We cover styles of handguns, calibers, optics and hearing protection. We even discuss tactics we use for handgun hunting. It doesnt take long to understand that we love the Taurus Raging Bull and the new Raging hunter revolvers. From the .44 Remington magnum to the .454 Casull and even the .460 S&W, big bore handguns are awesome to shoot and hunt with. This is a great episode for anyone considering handgun hunting.

Why does someone run an ultra-marathon? How does one's faith help them run ultra-marathons? Today we have Jesse Ellis with me and he discusses how he got into running long distance and ultra-marathon. he has completed more than 30 ultra marathons the past 9 years including a 100 mile run! But how his faith has helped him through some dark days is paramount to who he is. This is a great show as we hear from Jesse Ellis and his extreme running adn his extreme faith.

In the modern era of canceling everything that doesn't align with our thought process. I asked two pastors to join me today and let's discuss some myths in the church that need canceling. We made a list of 10 items, but only got through 7 before we ran out of time. Rev. Jon Goodwin and Rev. Chris Taylor join me on this show as we dicuss some of the myths in church and how to cancel them and why they need to be canceled.

It is the peak of the rut here in the southeast, and this week, I am discussing tactics for hunting big bucks with Chris Taylor.

Everywhere you look law enforcement is being attacked, defunded, and ridiculed. But all of us know we need and want those who swear to protect and serve. Today we have Lieutenant Brad Grice of the Greenville County Sheriff department with us to share his story of his career as a LEO and of the time he was shot by a suspect. Brad also shares with us his faith journey and how that helps him daily. Brad and I have known one another since 2008 when he coached my son and our sons played ball together.

Wildlife Biologist Brandon Houston joins me today as we discuss how his passion for the outdoors and his faith in Christ led him to the life he always wanted but in unexpected ways. Growing up Brandon admired noted wildlife biologist Larry Weishuhn and because of that entered into the world of managing wildlife. Now he and Larry are partners in a wildlife business. how this came to be is a great story you will not want to miss.

We start with a bear hunt in West Virginia and then move to an understanding of what it means to be Called. Pastors Jon Goodwin and Chris Taylor and I share stories of being called into vocational ministry and share what it means to be called to all of our tasks. Are you called to be a teacher, lawyer, accountant, mom, dad, pastor, missionary? God calls everyone to different roles. What is your role?

Faced with a disability never stopped Tarra Stoddard from chasing her dreams. She has overcome adversity and does so daily in being the woman and inspiration she is. Today we discuss her adversity and some of the things she does to overcome them.

Pat Newcomb is the innovator of the revolutionary Nukem hunting Blind the fastest grab and go blind on the market. its design will help the mobil hunter be more successful. Pat is also passionate about his faith in Christ and today we get to hear about his company, and his faith as he shares it with us today.

CWD has caused fear all across the hunting community and for good reason. States have outlawed the use of natural urine based lures and attractants in an effort to prevent its spread. This week's guest has invented a urine based attractant that is CWD free! Using proprietary technology he has developed a method of using your own urine as an attractant! In addition he has developed a urine based attractant that in CWD free! Find out more at www.inventiveoutdoors.com

@wildgamefreaks is one of the hottest brands on Instagram with 54,000 followers and growing. Today we have the brain behind the brand Rev. Jon Goodwin joins us today as we discuss social media, hunting, and Jesus.

Two things that are uniquely signs of bucks are scrapes and rub lines. Today we discuss how to identify scrapes, how to hunt scrapes, when to hunt them. We even dive into creating mock scrapes and how they work. Next we go into hunting rub lines and the benefits of hunting rub lines. We discuss the differences between a rub cluster and a rub line, and how to hunt them and when to hunt them. These two tactics are some of the most productive available for deer hunters today.

we all make mistakes, and today we are talking about the top 10 mistakes to avoid for both a deer hunter and for your church. If you want to skip the deer hunting portion, and only want to hear about the top 10 for your church, jump to the 29 minute mark and you will begin the potion on the top 10 mistakes churches should avoid.

With outdoor activities at an all time high, one of the factors that is overlooked is preparing for your adventure. This week Chad Simpson a licensed physical therapist talks with us about different methods of getting into condition for your next adventure.

Jake Beischeker was injured in a hunting accident resulting in him being paralyzed from the waist down. During his therapy, we discovered a track chair that enables mobility challenged individuals to travel across uneven and rough terrain. Waymaker Off Road Wheelchairs is a ministry Jake started to loan - free of charge- track chairs for people in need so they can access off road areas. Whether it is the beach, or back yard. These chairs help people go where they want to go. www.waymakeroffroadwheelchairs.com

Deer season is right around the corner for most of us, and this week we come live from our deer camp where we have been working for several weekends getting things done ready for season. Chad Simpson joins me as we discuss what we do to get ready for deer season.

Are game cameras ethical? Do they provide and unfair advantage to hunters? Where do you put them? Are you using them the best manner? These and more will be discussed today in episode 141 as we discuss the Proper use of Game Cameras. Special thank you to Moultrie for helping sponsor this episode. find out more at www.moultriefeeders.com

Mike Arnold is author of "Bringing Back the Lions" a book that discusses the benefits of trophy hunting in Mozambique. We dive deep into the economic impact hunting and trophy hunting have in developing countries and why it is imperative to save the resources. You can get a copy of Bringing Back the Lions by going to; www.bringingbackthelions.com or at Amazon

Mike Arnold is author of "Bringing Back the Lions" a book that discusses the benefits of trophy hunting in Mozambique. We dive deep into the economic impact hunting and trophy hunting have in developing countries and why it is imperative to save the resources. You can get a copy of Bringing Back the Lions by going to; www.bringingbackthelions.com or at Amazon

How many of us are feeling like the fire is out, or close to being out? I know there are times when I feel this way. In today's world we are living in, it is easy to feel this way. This week we are exploring 2 Timothy 1 and seeing how God did not give us a timid spirit but one of boldness and grace.

Robert Bass is a pastor and Christian author who is sharing with us today about his mission to help people to find their purpose in life through a relationship with Jesus. His new book Hidden Fruit dives int the fruits of the spirit and how they all apply to each of us deeply.

Cam Steele is host of Faith N Fish'n Podcast and is also chaplain of the Central Carolina Kayak Fishing Tournament Trail. A dedicated follower of Jesus and passionate kayak angler Cam is a delight to talk to about all things Kayak fishing. Find his podcast and tune in when you can.

The SCOTUS has issues some of the most divisive decisions in the last 75 years. Where does Christian Outdoors stand on these issues? This episode I explain where we stand and why. If you are a Christian, you will want to listen.

Have you found Jesus in unusual places? Where you least expected it? Ryan George has traveled to all seven continents and over 38 countries looking for and finding Jesus in some of the most unusual places and ways. In his book Scared to Life he shares with the reader how he has been able to find Jesus in many of the world's most remote places. Tune in and join us as we talk to Ryan George and learn how he has been Scared to Life.

How to overcome obstacles in your life. Today's guest shares his experience at having a severe stutter and today is an award winning writer and podcaster.

at 2130 miles the Appalachian trail challenges even the best hikers and backpackers. With a through hike success rate of around 25%, its challenges are enormous. Brian Livingston completed the through hike in 2013 and he joins me today to discuss the trail, what drew him to do it and the challenges he faced. We also spend some time discussing his new novel, "The Habits of Squirrels" A novel that follows the protagonist Gabe as he walks on a fictitious trail in the eastern US. It is a must read.

Tara deRover is a fabulous young lady who openly shares her struggles with depression. Today we discuss her journey with postpartum depression and how she has dealt with it through the births of three boys. We also discuss how husbands and dads deal with this issue either themselves or with helping their wives who struggle. It is real and can be devastating for many women. Listen to Tara as she shares her story. you can find her at @tara.growing.with.grace

This week we break down one of the most common questions I get from people when I speak at different events. Why do we have so many different denominations? What are the differences and similarities? This week I break this down and explain the differences and how you can find a place for you.

One of the great mysteries of Christianity is heaven. The place God dwells, and where he reigns over the earth and beyond. Today Chris Taylor and I discuss this topic of Who goes to heaven and why. Using scripture as our source, we discuss many of the confusion and emotion about this subject. If you ever wondered the answer to this question, you need to listen to this in its entirety.

Alligator lottery is open here in South Carolina so I have on the show today, Jay Butfiloski furbearer and alligator biologist for the SCDNR. Jay and I discuss the history of the alligator season, methods of take and success rates for the 4 different zones in the state. Its a great show about how to get your tag, and your gator. www.dnr.sc.gov/alligator

Forgiveness is not something you do for others, it is something you do for yourself. Today we discuss forgiveness, the difficulties of forgiving, of seeking forgiveness and how to forgive yourself. It is one of the most difficult elements of the Christian journey, but also one of the most important.