Hunter is joined by Green Top pro Iain Henderson and Ben DeWalt, founder, and senior instructor of Onsight Firearms Training. In this episode they discuss the importance of firearms training.  Onsight offers a unique and advanced style of training. It ranges from defensive pistol, defensive shotgun, first aid, or even an AK rifle course. So, whether you are learning from a course at the Green Top Shooting Range or looking to become more educated in something specific, it all starts with signing up for the course. Developing skill and confidence can only be achieved through range time ..read more

Jackie Rosenberger returns on another episode to discuss the upcoming 2024 Elk lottery. This program is now a highly anticipated event every year. The Elk Management program began many years ago with the help and support of many hard-working DWR employees and volunteers. Jackie and Hunter discuss the current state of the elk herd, the successes of the 2023 hunt, and the future of the elk program ..read more

Charles Rodney has been hunting rabbits for over 60 years. He has obtained the name “The Rabbit Hunter” from those that he has hunted with and introduced rabbit hunting to throughout the last few decades. He joins Hunter and Andrew to discuss this lifelong passion, his rabbit hunting dogs, firearms of choice, and some general perceptions about life and the importance of helping others ..read more

In this episode, Hunter is joined by Justin Folks (VA DWR Deer Project Leader), Mike Dye (VA DWR Turkey project leader), and Carl Tugend (VA DWR Bear project leader). The harvest numbers for the 2023 hunting season are in and all are discussed. But this episode is not just about statistics. They discuss many factors that contribute to the annual harvests, prior and current studies that are being done, fun and interesting facts about each animal, and of course conservation. Listen in for some outstanding information coming directly from the guys who work for the VA DWR.    https://dwr ..read more

Todd Jarrett is an American competitive shooter, world champion, and instructor who works directly for Staccato. Staccato is the most well-known manufacturer of the acclaimed 2011 handgun. Through their innovation and exceptional quality, they have achieved a master status in the gun industry. They are continuing their innovation with new products this year in 2024 ranging from the new model carry weapon, a new line of match-grade ammunition, and the Staccato Ranch. Todd sits down with Hunter and Travis to discuss his journey, an overview of the entire line of Staccato handguns, the importance ..read more

Mike Norman joins Hunter for a short episode on hearing protection. If you have ever wondered what the ratings mean on a package of ear plugs or earmuffs, listen to this episode. Mike and Hunter also discuss the differences between electronic and passive muffs, suppressors and how they can help save your hearing, and how to understand the ratings for suppressors ..read more

The 2023 deer season was a long one but a good one. Jut Updyke, owner of Drone Deer Recovery and Captured Media, stopped by to discuss deer season with Hunter and Andrew. From start to finish, Jut was on the go all season long running up and down the highway and backroads to help recover deer for hunters using his thermal drone, Jarvis. Jut shares some insights and data that he collected this past season and discusses what he is doing now that the season is over. Deer herd analysis has been keeping him busy and they discuss what is involved and why a landowner or hunt club should consider doin ..read more

Hunter is joined by Justin McDonald, Justin Boyd, and Zack Schebish to discuss magazines. They cover a variety of topics surrounding magazines such as terminology, magazine capacity, how many magazines you should own with each firearm, and magazine accessories. They answer several common questions and misconceptions about magazines and discuss some of their own opinions and personal experiences ..read more

During our Expo in October, our good friend Lindsay Eichlman from Medford Knife joined Hunter and Matt McLamb for a podcast. If you are into knives or cutlery, you should check out Medford Knife. They discuss the history of the company, the quality in manufacturing, and the amazing end product. The company’s core values are pragmatism, hard work, honesty, love of one’s country, and treating people right. 100% American-made, Medford Knife brings an amazing quality back to American manufacturing. If you are not a knife fan, you will be one once you pick up a Medford ..read more

Drew Mcintosh is the founder and owner of Migra Ammunition. Drew stopped by the store for a visit and joined Hunter and Andrew for a podcast. Migra Ammunition is a very young company that manufactures an innovative shotshell for waterfowl hunting. The “Staxd” load uses two shot sizes and is designed to deliver tighter patterns at greater distances while also delivering higher energy. Drew started this company in his mother’s garage and has quickly become a highly popular shotgun shell on the American market. Listen in and find out the science behind the design of the shell, the incredible succ ..read more