Episodes

  • Ep. 261: Where in the World is Uncle Steve?

    Ep. 261: Where in the World is Uncle Steve?
    Oct 1 2024
    Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod call Roger at Big Rock Candy Mountain for an update on the upcoming fly fishing weekend, which you're all invited to! They also discuss current and future happenings in their separate worlds, while Uncle Steve ignores their text messages.

    Topics discussed: Fly fishing weekend at Big Rock Candy Mountain, expecting the unexpected, fishing in November, fall deer hunting with Uncle Steve and why won't he respond to his nephew, ground rules for the upcoming hunt, dad bods are actually better, Mo State Penn tour, Brandon's Idaho trip, and the future Venezuelan fishing adventure.

    For more info:
    Fly Fishing Weekend at Big Rock Candy Mountain
    BRCM Lodge Telephone # 417-932-1223
    Driftwood Outdoors


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    Living The Dream Outdoor Properties
    Superior Foam Insulation LLC
    Doolittle Trailers
    Scenic Rivers Taxidermy

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Ep. 260: You're Invited!

    Ep. 260: You're Invited!
    Sep 24 2024
    Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod sit down to talk about an exciting opportunity for you to join them at Big Rock Candy Mountain, and recap recent happenings.

    Topics discussed: Fly Fishing Weekend at Big Rock Candy Mountain, wedding planning, Brandon's trip to the Northeast, former presidents, Johnny Morris, ethical hunting and meaningful wins, drones in hunting, MONASP, Retrieving Freedom and more.

    For more info:
    Fly Fishing Weekend Event Page
    Big Rock Candy Mountain
    Driftwood Outdoors

    Special thanks to:
    Living The Dream Outdoor Properties
    Superior Foam Insulation LLC
    Doolittle Trailers
    Scenic Rivers Taxidermy

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Ep. 259: No Bears, No Biggie

    Ep. 259: No Bears, No Biggie
    Sep 17 2024
    Brandon Butler sits down with George Sabattus, Jr. of Sabattus Hunting Adventures, hunter Jim York, and Lauren Plunkett after bear hunting in Jackman, Maine.

    Topics discussed: Terrain, beauty, and bear population in Maine, baiting considerations, spring tribal hunts, Passamaquoddy Tribe and reservation, trapping methods, moose hunting and guiding, and more.

    For more info:
    Sabattus Hunting Adventures

    Special thanks to:
    Living The Dream Outdoor Properties
    Superior Foam Insulation LLC
    Doolittle Trailers
    Scenic Rivers Taxidermy

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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Ep. 258: Hooked on Vets

    Ep. 258: Hooked on Vets
    Sep 10 2024
    With Brandon Butler in Maine hunting bears, Nathan "Shags" McLeod interviews Drew Minnick, Clay Henderson, and Darrell Cureton, founders of Hooked on Vets, at Montauk State Park.

    Hooked on Vets mission is to facilitate family oriented fishing and outdoor experiences for all veterans and their families. We will share our love of the outdoors and show them how to better experience it. When their mission ends ours begins.

    Topics discussed: How Hooked on Vets impacts veterans and their families, statewide projects, responsibility and dedication to veterans, the impact of the outdoors on mental health, fly fishing and PTSD, favorite floating and fishing spots, tournaments at Trout Hollow Lodge, Pigeon Creek Cabins, mystery bait bucket and more.

    For more info:
    Hooked on Vets
    Pigeon Creek Cabins
    Trout Hollow
    Driftwood Outdoors

    Special thanks to:
    Living The Dream Outdoor Properties
    Superior Foam Insulation LLC
    Doolittle Trailers
    Scenic Rivers Taxidermy

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Ep. 257: Am I Even an Outdoorsman Anymore?

    Ep. 257: Am I Even an Outdoorsman Anymore?
    Sep 3 2024
    Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod revisit their last podcast, and finish catching up after a long stint of separation.

    Topics discussed: Custom golf clubs and Poe Golf, processed foods, Falling Down with Michael Douglas, doing good work with great friends and debunking friends as coworkers taboo, True North Radiothon, Brian Wear's awesomeness, Wings for Wags and Retrieving Freedom, mystery bait bucket and more.

    For more info:
    Driftwood Outdoors
    Poe Golf
    Retrieving Freedom

    Special thanks to:
    Living The Dream Outdoor Properties
    Superior Foam Insulation LLC
    Doolittle Trailers
    Scenic Rivers Taxidermy

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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • Ep. 256: Hello, Stranger!

    Ep. 256: Hello, Stranger!
    Aug 27 2024
    Nathan "Shags" McLeod and Brandon Butler finally reunite after several weeks of separation to share their tales of adventure.

    Topics discussed: Surviving COVID, self medicating with mac and cheese, recapping Ballard's Resort experience, the woes of building a house, winters in Minnesota, customized golf clubs, Retrieving Freedom and the impact of service dogs, mystery bait bucket and more.

    For more info:
    Driftwood Outdoors

    Special thanks to:
    Living The Dream Outdoor Properties
    Superior Foam Insulation LLC
    Doolittle Trailers
    Scenic Rivers Taxidermy

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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • Ep. 255: They Call Me Ham Sandwich

    Ep. 255: They Call Me Ham Sandwich
    Aug 20 2024
    Nathan "Shags" McLeod interviews Ballard's Resort Fishing Guide, Hunter Hamann on his charter boat while fishing in the Disney World of Walleye, Lake of the Woods. Joining them on the boat are semi paid pro-staffer Tim Flanner, Brian Wear, Uncle Keith Meuhler, and Randy and Rick of Fulton.

    Ballard’s Resort has been providing memorable fishing vacations since 1961 and is a family owned full service fishing resort offering modern-housekeeping cabins with dock rental to all-inclusive fishing packages featuring lodging, guided fishing, and meal plans.

    Topics discussed: Walleye and sauger, drifting spinners, the mixed bag of species in Lake of the Woods, Whiskey Flats, fishing in Canada, ice fishing, walleye recipes, lures that work, sea sickness remedies, mystery bait bucket and more.

    For more info:
    Ballard’s Resort

    Special thanks to:
    Living The Dream Outdoor Properties
    Superior Foam Insulation LLC
    Doolittle Trailers
    Scenic Rivers Taxidermy

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Ep. 254: Ballard's Resort, Lake of the Woods, MN

    Ep. 254: Ballard's Resort, Lake of the Woods, MN
    Aug 13 2024
    Nathan "Shags" McLeod interviews Anna Hague, Office Manager of Ballard's Resort in Baudette, Minnesota.

    Ballard's Resort has been providing memorable fishing vacations since 1961 and is a family owned full service fishing resort offering modern-housekeeping cabins with dock rental to all-inclusive fishing packages featuring lodging, guided fishing, and meal plans.

    Topics discussed: Ballard's unique location, history of the resort, what they offer and resort details, licensing and border crossing, community engagement, partnering with radio shows, how to book, why to book, mystery bait bucket and more.

    For more info:
    Ballard's Resort

    Special thanks to:
    Living The Dream Outdoor Properties
    Superior Foam Insulation LLC
    Doolittle Trailers
    Scenic Rivers Taxidermy

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    1 hr and 4 mins