Art of The Hunt
I’m your Host Talon Neal I’m your average guy with an obsession for chasing Mature Bucks in the Mountains of North Alabama. Like you I strive to bring back the Art of Woodsman-ship. Together we can learn how to Harvest that Buck of a lifetime and Hone our skills as an outdoorsman. Let’s bring back the deer camp atmosphere and enjoy the outdoors the way it was intended!
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In this episode, Talon sits down with seasoned mountain hunter Ryan Elders to dive deep into the rugged world of big woods whitetail hunting. From dissecting thick edge cover to identifying overlooked thickets, Ryan shares the methods that consistently put him in front of mature bucks in some of the toughest te
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The woods speak—if you’re quiet enough to listen. Bobby Worthington shares the silent lessons that shaped him as a hunter and man. We talk about how solitude sharpens instincts, the value of suffering, and the lifelong education that comes from chasing whitetails deep in the mountains.
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How Jake identifies terrain-based buck bedding areas
The specific features that funnel mature bucks in daylight
Why some terrain looks good but doesn’t produce
How pressure affects terrain-based movement
Real-world examples of terrain-driven hunts that led to success
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Kaylan’s background and how he got into arrow building
Understanding arrow spine and weight
Choosing the right components: shafts, inserts, vanes, and nocks
Fixed vs. mechanical broadheads: what Kaylan prefers and why
Tuning your arrow for maximum flight and accuracy
Common mistakes bowhunters make with their arrows
How to build confidence through consistent arrow performance
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Tim Smoke joins me to break down his approach to early season success on public land by leaning on historical knowledge and habitat analysis. We talk about how he uses past encounters, old sign, and high stem count areas to locate mature bucks before they get pressured. From reading the land to finding overlooked thickets, Tim shares how his long-view approach helps him consistently stay on big deer.
In this episode, Talon sits down with traditional bowhunter Chris Weist to break down scrape sign, buck behavior, and reading deer personality through sign. Chris shares how hunting with a trad bow sharpens woodsmanship, how to identify primary scrapes, and how scrape placement reveals a buck’s confidence and tendencies.
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Jacob Lishen shares how keeping it simple leads to consistent success. We talk about how he breaks down ground quickly, focuses mostly on fresh sign, and uses backtracking to understand where a buck is spending time. No fluff, just woodsmanship and results
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Reading terrain features unique to bluff country
How wind and thermals play a massive role in his setups
The scouting strategy Tony uses post-season to predict fall patterns
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In this episode, we sit down with Kaleb Estill, an experienced turkey hunter, to break down the essentials of successful turkey hunting without the complexity. Kaleb shares practical tips, and strategies that keep the hunt enjoyable and effective for beginners and seasoned hunters alike. Whether you’re in the field or planning your next turkey season, this conversation is all about simplifying the process and maximizing your succes...
We cover techniques for various situations, share tips, and break down real hunting scenarios. Perfect for hunters of all levels looking to improve their skills.
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In this episode, we cover everything from hunting turkeys in Alabama to Wyoming, focusing on woodsmanship. You'll learn about knowing when to call, when to be patient, and when to get aggressive. Tune in to get all the tips and strategies you need for a successful hunt. Don't miss out on this comprehensive guide to turkey hunting!
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- In this episode we dive into the unique experiences of turkey hunting in the South and the excitement of venturing out of state for that life time experience.
- We reminisce about the days spent hanging around the clubhouse as kids, soaking up stories from seasoned hunters and learning the ropes of the sport.
- The episode highlights the camaraderie and traditions that make turkey hunting a cherished pastime in Southern culture.
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Finding Community Scrapes
Area to focus on to find sheds
Finding the right access
Running cameras to locate a target buck
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Finding your Pinch points and Transition zones
Locating your Doe groups
Traveling to different states
How turkey hunting started it all
When the big boys get on there feet
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Getting to your target buck before he gets pressured
Targeting feed trees for a successful hunt
Using scrapes to your advantage
What times to hunt to ensure your setup gives you the best odds
Using the moon to your advantage in early season
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Find the sign that kills bucks
Why is access so important
Scout more or hunt more
Finding habitat that you can cross reference to places your familiar with
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Using Creek Crossings to locate Target Bucks Locating several Bedding areas
Creating Historic Patterns with Feed trees
How important it is to Learn your area
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The Stages of the Rut
Being Mobile during the chasing phase
Putting yourself in the action
What scrapes to focus on
When to capitalize on Scrape lines
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Finding your long range Funnels
Early season Feed trees
Old school Bows
Chasing Tracks
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Running Trail Cameras on Feed Trees
Edges and Transitions
Mountain vs Piedmont area
Reading a area based off map and finding success
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