Petersen's Bowhunting Radio

Sure, you know about the saddle-hunting craze. But do you know about one-sticking? In this episode, YouTuber Greg Staggs from Staggs in the Wild joins us for an in-depth discussion of the one-stick climbing method and how it can take your mobile bowhunting the next level in terms of weight reduction and stealth!

The National Deer Association’s Field to Fork initiative introduces adults to bowhunting. Mark, Christian and PJ discuss the importance of outdoor mentors. Then, Pennsylvania Field to Fork Coordinator Elizabeth Kligge explains how archery plays such an important role the innovative, food-focused recruitment program.

It's 3-D shooting season, and Brandon Waddell from Mountain Archery Fest is here to discuss this year's event lineup. Featuring seven tour stops from coast to coast, Mountain Archery Fest offers bowhunters an awesome opportunity to hone their shooting skills, compete for prizes and connect with fellow bowhunters in a fun atmosphere that also includes activities such as novelty shoots and corn hole tournaments.

Can an affordable, compact pickup truck be a capable bowhunting and overlanding vehicle? Editor Christian Berg discusses how his new 2022 Ford Maverick can be a great outdoors rigs with just a few modifications. Christian also has guests from Ford Motor Co., Leitner Designs and more.

The beat goes on for John Dudley and Nock On Archery! In this episode, John discusses the new-for-2023 PSE Nock On Unite bow, shares a number or archery shooting and bowhunting tips and dishes all about the new ownership group at PSE and why he believes the brand will be a force to be reckoned with well into the future.

Hearing ability diminishes over time, and for a bowhunter that loss is perhaps most noticeable during spring turkey season. TETRA Hearing founder and audiologist Bill Dickinson joins Associate Editor Mark Demko to discuss how hearing loss impacts the hunt, what aging sportsman can do to offset that loss and how TETRA Hearing products can make a world of difference in the field.

It's turkey time, and we help get you ready for the hunt! P.J. Reilly of Lancaster Archery Supply joins us to talk turkey hunting, and editor Christian Berg shares his favorite spring gobbler memories. Plus, the National Wild Turkey Federation’s Doug Little andJared McJunkin discuss what hunters can expect this year as far as turkey populations and hunting opportunities around the country.

Shed antler season is upon us, and we've got great advice for putting more bone in your backpack! Cody Robbins from Live 2 Hunt and Whitetails columnist Jason Snavely share their best shed-hunting tips and discuss how this great springtime activity can help set you up for bowhunting success in the fall.

We’ve all experienced magical days in the woods where deer seem to be everywhere, as well as sits where you’d swear there isn’t a whitetail within 10 miles. This week, the National Deer Association’s Kip Adams and Mississippi State Deer Lab’s Steve Demarais join Associate Editor Mark Demko to discuss how various environmental factors and weather conditions affect deer movement, as well as some of the misconceptions that hunters have about when, where and why deer travel.

Todd Snader from Bowtech Archery and Excalibur Crossbows joins us to discuss the 2023 model lineup. Whether you prefer to hunt with a compound or a crossbow, there are some great, new options on the table.

Lancaster Archery's PJ Reilly joins us to announce a major new partnership with the podcast, and then we catch up with pro shooter Brandon Reyes of T.R.U. Ball and Axcel Archery to discuss tournament shooting, bowhunting and how to overcome the dreaded target panic affliction.

It's Valentine's Day, and we're talking with two of America's best-known bowhunting couples! Lee and Tiffany Lakosky and Ralph and Vicki Cianciarulo  discuss what it's like to hunt alongside your significant other and dish some fun memories from the field.

Lancaster Archery President Rob Kaufhold recaps a 2022 deer season that included taking a 170-class whitetail buck with his recurve bow. Then, the guys from Vantage Point Archery join us to discuss their new, 125-grain, single-bevel broadhead and why so many compound bowhunters are switching to single-bevel designs for their proven performance in the field.

We're at the Lancaster Archery Classic in Pennsylvania o kick off the indoor shooting season! Lancaster Archery's PJ Reilly discusses the 2023 tournament field and format, while Hoyt Archery's Jeremy Eldredge recounts his successful September bull elk hunt and dishes details on Hoyt's 2023 hunting bows.

The 2023 Archery Trade Association show is in the books, and there was a lot of great new gear to be seen! Editor Christian Berg and Associate Editor Mark Demko recap their time at the show, highlight some of the best new products of the show and also include a "bonus segment" on three small brands bringing new innovations to the bowhunting community.

Now that deer hunting season is over, it’s time for Act II — cooking and grilling season! Rick and Jen Wheatley of Food for Hunters join Associate Editor Mark Demko to share their tips and tricks and tips for transforming venison into delicious dishes in the kitchen. Among the topics covered are field dressing basics, aging venison, how to prepare different cuts and ways to make better burgers. They’ll also share some of their favorite recipes, many of which can be found HERE

TenPoint Crossbow Technologies has three blistering, new models this year, headlined by the Flatline 460. TenPoint founder and Executive Chairman Rick Bednar joins Associate Editor Mark Demko to talk about the new lineup, the development and that goes into every TenPoint model and his lifelong passion for archery and bowhunting.

With winter upon us, opportunities for bowhunting might seem bleak. But predator hunting is about to kick into high gear. Iconic predator hunter Fred Eichler joins Associate Editor Mark Demko to discuss the challenge and thrill of pursuing coyotes, foxes and bobcats with archery gear, as well as how to fine-tune hunting and calling tactics for stick-and-string success.

The New Year is just around the corner, and that means time for new bowhunting gear! Editor Christian Berg and Associate Editor Mark Demko preview the 2023 ATA Show, highlight upcoming product coverage, recap their 2022 bowhunting seasons and look ahead to some exciting new developments on the horizon.

We've all been there. You had your heart set on a particular deer in your hunting area, and another hunter killed "your" buck! Field Editor Eddie Claypool shares his feelings about a very special Kansas deer that was killed by a neighboring rifle hunter this fall and discusses how bowhunters can deal with the disappointment that comes when you let a great young buck walk only to see it tagged by someone else.