In this episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton discuss a few new pieces of gear they've each picked up in recent weeks in preparation for Spring turkey season, plus Taylor asks Josh for an unfiltered perspective on the challenges facing the Outdoor Industry. Having worked in hunting, fishing, and conservation professionally until very recently, Josh has strong opinions about the state of the industry and what is wrong with it today. Buckle up ..read more

In this week's episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton talk about some of the gear they love, from coolers to backpacks, and more. Plus, Josh spent last week on the road at Safari Club International and got to chat with several CEOs from international companies in the Hunting space. It's always fun to hear stories from outdoorsmen around the world, and Josh has a few to share ..read more

In this week's episode Taylor Maples catches up with Dave Myrick and discusses a handful of trending topics in the outdoors. Starting with the $1.3 million dollar sheep tag that sold this week at Sheep Show in Reno and moving to the proposed State Bill which would lower Oklahoma's buck harvest limit from 2 bucks to 1, the guys have some thought provoking ideas. Plus, Dave gets a lesson in goose hunting ..read more

In this episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton talk about their experiences deer hunting the 2024 season. As we say in the intro each week, harvests are fleeting, but lessons and memories abound. Take a listen to hear how the year went for Taylor and Josh and the ways they plan to use the off-season to prepare for 2025 ..read more

In this episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton chat with Oklahoma Drone Recovery Company owner Rhett Acker about the 2024 deer season. Now in his second year of operation, Rhett has collected some interesting data that tells a compelling story about the state of deer hunting in Oklahoma and the guys use this data to craft some interesting arguments about muzzleloaders, bow hunting, and the pursuit of deer in general ..read more

In this episode, Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton are joined by Kurt Kuklinski from Oklahoma's Department of Wildlife Conservation to talk about several on-going research projects affecting hunting, wildlife management, and our understanding of both local and transient game populations across our region. Plus, the guys discuss the role Citizen Scientists play in helping capture data for professional use, and how that data can benefit non-professionals in a variety of ways--from hunters and trappers, to gardeners and birdwatchers, more data is more better! Kurt always bring a wealth of knowledge ..read more

In this week's episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton talk about their recent trips to Louisiana and the Atlantic coast of Florida chasing Bull Reds on the fly. An annual pilgrimage for Josh, Louisiana is one of the top fisheries on the world for hooking once-in-a-lifetime Reds. Taylor is newer to saltwater fly fishing and shares some humbling experiences and lessons he's learned this year as he works to grow in his saltwater fly fishing expertise ..read more

In this week's episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton are joined again by Keenan Taylor for part two of their episode on Oklahoma Waterfowl. As a Crop Consultant and owner of Genesis Crop Solutions, Keenan has a unique perspective on how flora impacts a landscape, and how this knowledge can help waterfowlers attract and hold ducks. Plus, he lends some valuable insight into the ongoing Outdoor Hour discussion of aflatoxins and how deer corn might be contributing to CWD and diminishing game species across the region ..read more

In this week's episode Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton are joined by Salt Creek Duck Club's Keenan Taylor for Part 1 of a 2 part series talking about waterfowl in Oklahoma. The guys bounce around from topic to topic but spend most of their time talking about the exclusive nature of waterfowl hunting culture and the role social media has played in the modern world of hunting. Bring your opinions and get ready ..read more

In this episode, Taylor Maples and Josh Stratton reunite after a four-week hiatus while Josh traveled the world. Working on a film project, Josh has spent time during the past month in Alaska and Hawaii. The guys discuss the juxtaposition of those landscapes and people, though both heavily dependent on living in harmony with the land. Add in some brotherly smack talk and you've got yourself an Outdoor Hour ..read more