Christian Outdoors Podcast

The Pinhoti Project -  to the casual reader this may seem odd. But to the millions of fans who follow his exploits of chasing turkeys across the country he is the go-to man for how to hunt turkeys on public land. 

Dave Ownes is the 2018 and 2025 Grand National Turkey Calling Champion and one of the most accomplished turkey hunters in America today. His self filming of hunting on public land and how he is able to capture the access, and success is on a different level. 

An unassuming guy, Dave is engaging and transparent on man...

More deer have been saved by the smart phone than any device. This is because a distrated hunter loses sight of the mission they are on!  This week take a brief look at 1 Peter 3.15 and 1 Peter 5.8.

In east Tennessee is a fellow who is just as passionate about the outdoors and Christ as we are here at Chrisian Outdoors. Hunter Bonner joins us today as we discuss the in's and out's of chasing critters in the mountains of East Tennessee. His experience in the hills is different than those of us who hunt flat land and he shares his knowledge along with his passion for following Jesus. 

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Choosing optics for our rifles is one of the more critical elements of preparing for hunting season. Mueller Optics has led the way in providing excellent affordable optics for years. Today, the owner of Mueller Optics, Ryan Curtis joins us to discuss the mission behind his company and why he feels it is important to provide the best optics for the consumer at affordable pricing. 

Ryan also shares with us his faith journey through his life and how it impacts his day to day thinking and how he runs his companies. 

Mueller Optics is a pa...

Power belongs to our God and when we forget this, it always goes poorly. So may we live in pursuit of the One who is All Powerful!  

Today Jon shares a passage from Henri Nouwen's book "Reflections on Christian Leadership" and makes a few brief remarks.  Be blessed!

In the outdoor community the name Matt Busbice is as familiar as mama's macaroni and cheese.

His family started a host of brands that are synonymous with the outdoor community. Wildgame, Flextone, Barnette Crossbows are all part of their legacy. 

Since selling those brands years ago, Matt has jumped on his own into other ventures in the outdoors space. Accubow Virtual Archery, and Tectonic Daytime Deer Feeders, and Buckfeather USA made apperal. But as Matt himself says, "nothing is more important than sharing the gospel of my lord adn savior Jesus Christ". And today, we d...

There are tough days that force of us to ask God why?  What if we changed the question and asked God instead, how might I bring You glory?  It might not shift our circumstance but it will shift our focus!

Today, Jon and Pete are joined by our Friend Mike Kuhlkin. Fellow pastor and host of Beards Creek Adventuers a podcast similar to ours. Mike is as passionate about the outdoors and his faith as anyone we know. And today, we discuss his passions, as well as some good ole ribbing, and laughter among friends. 

It isn't often we get the chance to just visit with old friends on the show, today is a bit refreshing as we share and learn more about one another while enjoying some time together. 

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Jesus desires to be first place in your heart and in your life.  You are first place in His!  What's holding you back?

If you've been listening to our show for any length of time, you know how important the CVA brand is to me personally and to our mission here at Christian Outdoors. CVA was the first company to believe in us and to invest in us and we will always be grateful to them. 

But we don't align ourselves with just any company who will write a check, they have to have the same values and be companies of strong character and innovation. As a muzzleloader hunter, I know that CVA has long led the way in Muzzleloader t...

We all allow outside sources to impact our hearts, our minds, and our missions.  This is why we must focus on our Savior Jesus and commune with him daily.  Today, Jon shares part of his story on this.

This devotion was originally posted as a blog post on jon-goodwin.com.  

As always, please feel free to chat with about this.  Get the conversation started at jon@christianoutdoors.org.

If you are in the Western NY area, Jon would love to see you some Sunday at Hartland Bible Church where he preaches every week!

If you're interested in a show that covers every topic you can imagine, you tuned into the right show. Outdoors, Outdoor television, top of the mountain, deepest valley. From a pioneer in Outdoor television to the depths of alcohol and cocaine addiction, to being deep in debt, Sandy Brady has lived it all. 

Growing up in Reidsville, NC, it was a chance meeting at a gas station in Chamberlain, South Dakota that began his journey. While pumping gas, Sandy bumped into Tom Miranda, this was the late 1980's and a friendship struck up that let to Sandy b...

Today Jon discusses how our fears do not get us off the hook from fulfilling God's call on our lives. Sure some days we feel scared, unqualifed and inadequate but our God isn't scared, He is qualified and He is adequate.  

Wish to discuss this further?  Hit Jon up at Jon@christianoutdoors.org

In the third installment of our dive into game call makers, today we are joined by the co-owner of Black Label Game Calls. Russell Andrews is also a National Champion caller in many levels including the 2025 NWTF Gobbling Champion and the 2025 World Gobbling Champion. He also shares his testimony of how God has helped him through a trying time in his life. 

Russell Andrews, Co-Owner and Operator of Black Label Game Calls, has been a consistent disrupter in the wild game call industry since July of 2022 when he and his partner, Jesse Martin, took their pa...

In John 4 we read about an encounter that Jesus had with a lady at a well in Samaria.  Prior to this we learn that the religious elite wouldn't even enter into Samaria due to their prejudices.  The question we must ask ourselves is, are my prejudices limited my ability to live holy and to offer hope to the world?

We continue our dive into game call companies this week with the founder of Haller Back Game Calls. Yes it is spelled correctly! its founder Blake Lawson says, "that's how we say it here." So that is how they spell it!    Blake Lawson the owner of Haller Back Game Calls began making calls in 2016 as a hobby and started the business in 2018 with quality over quantity in mind. From the mountains of southwest Virginia in the little town of Duffield, VA his calls are all hand-made. Even though he makes calls full time they are also part of his ministry wo...

In 1 Peter 2.9 Peter quotes from the Old Testament and tells his audience that they are a royal priesthood.  What exactly does that mean?  Today Jon offers some applications that should touch all of our lives.

Wish to talk about this further or have Jon speak at your next event?  Contact Jon at jon@christianoutdoors.org.  

It's a God Thing! 

This is the message behind Dead End Game Calls. Mitchell Johnston is the creator and believer behind Dead End game Calls. A World Champion turkey Caller, as well as an evangelist for the Gospel of Christ, Mitchell has one focus and that is to use his talents to further the kingdom of God. 

As unorthodox as it may sound, God can and does use us where we are if we allow it. Mitchell Johnston is a good example of how God uses a maker of turkey calls and other game calls to...

This week's devotion focuses on staying faithful where you are.  This is often easier said than done but our lives will be more effective when living faithfully where we than longing to live faithfully somewhere else. 

 BOWADX, a company founded in 2013 by Chad Davis, has come a long way from its humble beginnings in a small garage. Today, it has evolved into a global enterprise, catering to archery enthusiasts around the world, with our lifestyle archery gear being shipped to more than 30 countries and all across the United States.

At BOWADX, we take pride in our strong grounding in faith, which is reflected in many of our products. Our commitment to making a positive impact extends beyond our business goals. We are dedicated to giving back to the community and helping those in n...

Ben Klusmann has a passion for his home state of South Dakota and wants to share it with everyone he can. Thus, So Dak Horizons was born. Ben spends his days hunting, fishing and exploring his home state of South Dakota for everything that he can. 

I have to say, personally, I have to agree with him that South Dakota is one of the most overlooked gems of a state. Its terrain is breathtaking, the animals are abundant and the people are as kind and genuine as any I have found outside of the south. 

To...

First off, I'd like to apologize for not getting the devotions up the last few weeks.  We have had some technical difficulties that altered our ability to upload. 

This episode was uploaded several weeks ago after Jon got home from his time away in the mountains.

House in the Woods is a nonprofit organization offering outdoor programs to bring together small groups of active military, veterans, and their family members to relax, share, bond, and deal with the stress, loss, grief, and other emotions which can haunt the grieving soul. 

We offer canoeing, kayaking, hiking, hunting, fishing, nature tours, campfires, swimming, wildlife identification and spotting, and other natural Eastern Maine resource “treasures” God has given our beautiful state to enjoy. As participants face the outdoor challenges presented by Mother Nature herself, they will have the opportunity to share laughter, memories, sorrow, service, and pride...

Taurus USA has long been considered the best carry sidearm.  But there is a lot more to Taurus than the perfect carry sidearm. Whether you want to carry a compact .380, or a 9mm or maybe you prefer the full frame 1911 models. There is one for you to choose from. 

For those of us who lvoe hunting with handguns, nothing beats the Raging Hunter. Now with 5 caliber options, and 4 different barrel lengths, the Ranging Hunter is the epitome of hunting handguns. I love the .44 magnum with the 6.5" barrel for everything that walks on the planet!  But if you wan...

It is a sad reality in today's world that churches must begin to take action to protect their members and staff from violence. As I write this, the news came out of another shooting at a church in Lexington, Kentucky.

Kris Maloney saw this need a few years ago, and using his military and Law Enforcement training began teaching churches how to protect their members and staff. This local assistance has transformed into a full ministry and business. 

Sheepdog Church Security was founded to provide excellent training to churches across the country. From identifying your t...

Anyone who has hunted turkeys in the Southeast for any period of time has seen a sharp decline in the huntable population of the wild turkey. I was fortunate enough to grow up in the good old days of the wild turkey here in South Carolina. Spring mornings filled with thunderous gobbles from 7-10 different birds every morning was heaven for this hunter. 

Today, those same woods are silent. What happened? This is the question we are attempting to address in this episode. Today we have Travis Sumner back with us to discuss the decline of the t...

This week Jon shares a story about a hunt that resulted in two punched tags.  He looks at Philippians 3.14 makes some applications.  Trusting this gives you a little encouragement and that you are having an amazing week!

Josh Vegors is a happily married father of four boys, and is the host of the Forging of Men Podcast, where he inspires men to pursue strength, faith, and purpose through honest conversations and stories from the outdoors. As an avid outdoorsman and dedicated Christian, Josh encourages men to embody both courage and humility in their daily lives. He brings this unique perspective as a guest on the Christian Outdoors Podcast, sharing insights on how faith and adventure shape his journey and calling.

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This week Jon takes a look at the idea of what it means to have the faith of a child, talks about the fact there are no outcasts when it comes to Jesus, and that Christ followers can be guilty of hindering others from seeing Jesus clearly.  Hope this challenges you and encourages you as well.  

As always if you wish to discuss this topic further, or discuss having Jon speak at one of your events, reach out at jon@christianoutdoors.org

Rick Devericks is a medically retired 20-year Special Operations Green Beret Army Veteran from

Brunswick, Ohio. Rick’s military service to our nation has taken him through 10 combat

deployments in six different countries. Rick now lives in North Carolina near Fort Bragg with his family. He is passionate about his family and God, but also about veterans, archery, hunting, and the outdoors.

Rick started shooting archery at the age of 15 and soon thereafter found himself enthusiastic about the sport. He quickly began competing at a national level. He placed first in the National Fi...

Did you know that God knows all about you?  He knows the good, the bad, and the ugly. Yet He still desires a relationship with you. 

Join Jon this week as he takes a brief look at this topic.  Praying that this encourages your soul!

After tragically losing his father as a child, David Wootten lived a lost and reckless life of rebellion as a teen and young adult that ultimately led to joining the Army. A career ending injury in Iraq coupled with struggles with PTSD, alcohol and drugs left him on the verge of losing his family and even his life. It wasn't until a pastor introduced David to the sport of archery and to a God he thought had abandoned him that he finally found the love, peace and purpose he had been searching for.   

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This week Jon shares about his hunting trip to Illinois that included a pretty serious bout of pneumonia and uses that to try and illustrate our need to pursue help when we struggle.

Scripture referenced this week:   Galatians 6.2;  James 5.16;  Matthew 11.28-30 

As referenced in this week's episode, Jon is available to talk and pray with you if you have are carying a burden that you need help and counsel with.  Reach out at jon@christianoutdoors.org and set up a phone call. 

Food Plots have been the rage for deer hunting for quite some time now. But there is a lot more to it than just casting seed on the ground and hoping a trophy buck will show up. Today, we have one of the best food plot designers, around. Heath Rayfield has been developing and maintaining food plots for decades and knows a thing or two about how to create a plot to fit your specific needs. 

Whether it is a small plot in the woods, a large field, or something in between. Seed bed preparation, seed selection, a...

Have you ever played the comparison game?  Thought that you weren't enough?  Here is some good news.  God doesn't do that.  He isn't impressed with how much you have but rather just wants you to be faithful with what you have been given!

Join Jon this week as he discusses this topic.  If you would like to hear it more in depth then head to hartlandbible.org/sermons/ and select the June 8 sermon.

As always, if you wish to discuss this topic in greater detail you may reach out to Jon directly at jon@christianoutdoors.org...

Born and raised in southeastern Wisconsin, Chad Stillman was introduced to sports and the outdoors at a young age.  Growing up, if you couldn't find him on the soccer or football field, chances are he was in the woods or on the water. Those two passions would lead to a stint as a semi-pro kicker for the Racine Raiders and a cameraman for Bowhunting.com. By 22 years old, he was fresh out a college, a homeowner and embarking on his lifelong dream of working in law enforcement. Quickly moving up in the ranks, he received a promotion to the SW...

Sin doesn't remove our calling, but it does make it harder.

This week Jon seeks to share that we are not to live a life of surrender to the results of sin in this world but we are go back and look at the divine intent of creation and live that out as followers of our God.

Scripture used or referenced: Genesis 1.26-31; Genesis 2.18; Genesis 3.14-19; Mark 2.17; Luke 2.17; Romans 6.23; John 8.11; John 11.25

Do you have a sin that you are struggling to overcome?  Feel free to reach out to Jon.  He would love to ch...

The day he left for basic training, Aaron Ritter renounced Jesus and all religion. Living a life of selfishness, and as he puts in "the life of a rock star" (whatever that is). Years in the Navy, as a firefighter, living on the edge daily. Several failed marriages and then a horrific motorcycle accident that ripped part of his right leg off. 

A faithful father and mother who never stopped praying for their son. A passion for the outdoors, and finally a life surrendered to Jesus. 

Limb-itless Outdoors is a program for amputees to find ho...

This week Jon talks about a fun little narrative in John 6 where the disciples forgot to wait for Jesus and then got stuck in a storm.  While there fear and discouragement seems to have been the choice of the disciples, we find Jesus pursuing them and meeting their needs in the midst of the storm.

As always, if you wish to discuss this further, feel free to shoot Jon an email at jon@christianoutdoors.org.

Al Quackenbush is The Faithful Sportsman. Begun several years ago, Al blogs, comments, and reviews items for national publications, and renound websites. His style of "telling it like it is" and honest reviews has brough him a lot of exposure through the years. 

Al and his wife are also survivors of the mass shooting in Las Vegas in 2015. His story of escaping the nightmare of that fateful day is riviting. This show is about how the grace of God protected Al throughout his life and has enabled him to be here to tell his story. 

In today's devotion, Jon challenges us to set aside our excuses and to grab ahold of the call that God has on our lives, to embrace the reality of who God is, and to Be still.

Exodus 4.10-11; 1 Timothy 1.15; Acts 9.15; John 20.13; John 20.17; Judges 6.14-15; Psalm 46.10

How important is strength conditioning? For top tier athletes, it is essential for success. Bert Sorin and the folkls at SorinEx are setting the bar for the best strength equipment made today. With literally hundreds of products, and dozens of patents on strength and exercise equipment. They are the best in the business when it comes to providing essential equipment for colleges, universities, military and more. 

Bert is also a dedicated outdoorsman, father, husband and follwer of Christ and today we are blessed that he took the time to meet with us and share the journey of h...

This week Jon speaks on differentiating between the voice of the accuser and the voice of the restorer.  The lesson this week comes from John 8.1-11 where we find Jesus combatting accusers and restoring the accused!

John 8.1-11; John 3.17; James 4.7

As always, should you wish to dialogue about this topic further or have Jon speak at your next event, please reach out to Jon at jon@christianoutdoors.org.

You also can hear Jon teach on this topic in greater detail on Hartlandbible.org.  

Listeners know there is nothing more I enjoy more than turkey hunting. The allure of the spring woods being awakened to the thurnderous gobble of a mature turkey stirs my soul like nothing else. It is refreshing when I get the chance to talk with kindred spirits. 

Today, Jon Goodwin joins me again on a conversation with Travis Sumner. Travis has "been there and done that" in the world of hunting turkeys. From years spent with NWTF, to conservation groups, and mentoring new hunters. Decades as a member of the Mossy Oak pro-staff and more. Talking about t...

Today Jon takes a unique look at the Great Commandment, found in Matthew 22, and challenges our listeners to get curious about their neighbor.  After all, how can we love people if we do not seek to know them better?

Want to discuss this concept more or have Jon speak at your next event?  Shoot him an email at Jon@christianoutdoors.org.  

God Bless!

Kayak Fishing is picking up popularity all across the country with more and more anglers preferrig human powered boats rather than the giant gasoline engines. Kayak fishing poses it's own set of skills and challenges which is what draws many anglers to this activity. As such more and more tournaments have begun with kayak anglers. Bass fishign tournaments, redfishing tournaments and more are gaining popularity. 

Chase Carlock of Southwest Indiana Outdoors joins us today to discuss all things Kayak fishing and how he got started and where he is now in the world of Kayak fishing bass t...

This week Jon asks a simple question; what do you need to say yes too?  

Saying yes can be terifying especially when we feel unqualified.  The Scriptures are littered with men and women who were not qualified but still were called into the service of our Savior.  How can this be possible?  The simple answer is this: our Savior is qualified!

This week devotion shares the following Scriptures:

Exodus 3.11; 3.13; 4.1; 4.10; 4.13

Isaiah 56.8-9

Ephesians 3.20

If you wish to discuss this topic in further detail, feel free to reach...

When you do not have a mentor in the outdoors what are your options? At the age of 30 Johnny Mack made the decision he wanted to start hunting. He signed up for his hunter education course in Washington state and took to it like a fish out of water. No one to guide him, he plowed into YouTube videos, and poicking peoples brains to find out all he could about hunting. 4 years, later he took his first big game animal. A black bear in the backcountry of Washington. His story of that day, hunt and more is what led...

This past Sunday Christians all around the world celebrated the resurrection!  Celebration was happening because we know the entirety of the story.  But what about those early Christ followers who were struggling because they had seen their Savior get crucified.  The emotions were high.

Today, Jon takes a look at one of those followers.  A follower who struggled and rejoiced.  Who wept uncontrollably and then hugged Jesus uncontrollably as well.  Jon discusses some lessons we can learn from the life of Mary Magdalene in the resurrection about found in John 20.  

Hope you all had a blessed...

Is fitness a priority for you? Do you enjoy working out with a purpose? Today we have with us the founder of Wheeless Fitness Brett Wheeless talks about the importance of fitness that is designed for overall better health, not just bulking up. We discuss how to get motivated for fitness and some of the things everyone can do to make their health better.

Brett uses his fitness business as an avenue to share his lvoe for Christ and share the gospel with his clients and encourages them to treat their bodies as a holy place and...

In this episode of Devotions with Christian Outdoors Jon takes a brief look at some of the details surrounding the Triumphal Entry during Holy Week.

Jesus reveals His heart for the spiritually blind.

Jesus reveals His heart for the nations.

Jesus reveals His heart for the marginalized.

Matthew 21.1-17; Luke 19.41-44; John 3.17

Seven days that changed the world. From a triumphal entry into Jerusalem, to a hill called Golgatha, to an empty tomb. It all happened in seven days. 

The sacrifice of Christ cannot be overstated. God became man and took on the sin of the whole world, so that YOU would not have to carry the burden of sin.  For six hours he hung on the cross to take away the sins of the entire world...for YOU. His death is our hope in eternal life with him. his resurrection is proof that our souls live forever. We ca...

As we are quickly approaching Holy Week, Jon discusses some of the details that happened shortly before the Triumphal Entry (Palm Sunday).  

This week he shares four truths all coming from John 11 and John 12.  If you are hoping to get the most out of this devotion it is encouraged that give John 11 and 12 a read.  Additional Scriptures to read: Joshua 4.6-7; Joshua 4.19-24; Luke 10.38-42; 1 Peter 2.4-5.

Truth #1 - God's Timing is Perfect.

Truth #2 - Devotion looks different with different people.

Truth #3 - Holy words are often driven by selfish purposes.

Walking the halls of the turkey show a few weeks ago, I was flagged down by today's guest. He was working the booth of Backwoods Mafia, an appareal company that has solidified their space in the outdoor market. Our conversation quickly moved to his other company American Threads, where he customizes appareal inhouse for clients. 

But what really stood out about Landon was his drive as an entreprenuer and his passion for Christ. We instantly began sharing our faith stories there in the halls of the Gaylord Convention Center and today is no different. Landon has a g...

This week Jon discusses four lessons from a lady known as Rahab the Harlot.  While Rahab does share the same middle name as John the Baptist, her last name is not exactly something to be proud of.  However, there are least four lessons we can learn from her life and apply to our own lives.

Scripture: Hebrews 11.1-2; Joshua 2, Romans 8.28; Luke 23.39-43; Matthew 1.5; Isaiah 64.8

Lesson #1 - Don't be ashamed of where you have been rescued from.

Lesson #2 - Your past does not determine your future.

Lesson #3 - It is never too la...

In the outdoor arena there are some iconic companies and the men behind them that revolutionized the outdoor industry. Will Primos is at the top of that list. As the founder of the most successful game call company in the world, Will Primos changed the industry with his tenacity and dedication to making excellent products and making them affordable for the everyday consumer. 

Will is also known for his down to earth personality, authenticity and his faith. Today we are honored to have Will Primos on the show and discuss his life in the outdoor industry following h...

Life has so many questions and some days we simply don't have a many answers.  Today, Jon encourages our listeners to keep their eyes focused on the one who has all the answers!

Psalm 46.10; Colossians 3.1-2, John 14.6; Psalm 139.16

For more than 20 years HHA archery sights have won readers choice awards for the best bow sights on the market. And Chris Hamm is one of the reasons why the company has flourished. Chris joins us and shares the journey of the company and his personal journey into a life with Christ. Its a great story that will encourage you to stay the course. 

This week Jon talks about the need to rely on the daily sustenance that is Jesus: the Bread of Life.  The problem is that many of us rely on stale bread, not daily bread.  

Scripture: Ephesians 5.1-2, John 6.35, Exodus 16, Matthew 6.11

As always, feel free to reach out to Jon to further discuss this week's devotional at Jon@christianoutdoors.org

Every now and then I get to have a show with other Podcasters who share my passion for Jesus and the outdoors. Today is no different. The Casting Faith Podcast is a new show that shares our passion for God's creation and Jesus.

We have a great show where we share these passions. 

This weeks devotion focuses on helping you see yourself as your Heavenly Father sees you!  You are loved my friends!  Don't ever forget it!

-God is the author of all life. (Genesis 1.1)

-People are created to walk in relationship with God. (Genesis 3.8-9)

-People are God’s favorite creation (firstfruits) (James 1.18)

-People are all created with divine intent (in the womb) (Psalm 139.13-16)

-People are the target of God’s grace. (Romans 10.13)

-People are why Jesus died on the cross. (Luke 23.34)

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Chase eight. How many of us have a buck that haunts our dreams or brings a smile to our face? Michael Tison had such a buck. A big 8 point buck that he chased until he was able to put his tag on him. Shortly afterwards he began a speaking ministry he calls "Chase Eight" where he goes around the country speaking at mens events sharing his story of a passion for hunting and for Jesus. 

Today we hear as he shares his story of this hunt that changed his life.

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We are excited to be bringing back Devotions with Christian Outdoors.  Jon Goodwin, a frequent guest, occasional co-host, and friend of the show and Pete will be hosting this new mid-week mini lesson.  We hope that it will be a blessing to you and draw you closer to our Savior!

How important is clean drinking water? For most of America we take it for granted that when we turn the water tap on, we will have safe clean drinking water. This is not the case for most of the world. 

After a chance encounter with a pastor from Kenya, Elliott Stoval felt called to do something about the difficulty for people in Kenya and other parts of the world to get and have clean safe drinking water. Elliott began "The Filter Project" to provide free water filters to people in these areas and to use this avenue t...

Much of North America was settled by trappers who explored and pioneered this great country. In many areas it is a forgotten or lost art. In others it is frowned upon by those who do not understand the importance of managing wildlife. Trapping is considered by most biologists, and wildlife managers as the best and most effective manner of removing excess populations of predators from the landscape. 

Today on Christian Outdoors, we interview a professional trapper from my home state of South Carolina. Bill Smith is owner and operator of Coastal Land and Wildlife Services in the l...

If you watched Outdoor tv back in the 80's and 90's and into the 2000's. you watched a product made by Troy Ruiz. Working with such names as Mossy oak Hunting the Country, Realtree, Headhunters TV, national Wild Turkey Federation, Preston Pittman, NRA, SCI and more. Troy was the man behind the lens. Videoing, editing and producing some of the most iconic shows in Outdoor TV history. 

Today we learn of his journey into outdoor tv and how he came to meet Christ in a duck blind in Texas with Phil Robertson. Troy is the real deal, h...

Have you ever dreamed of selling everything and traveling in an RV full time? Many people have dreamed of doing it, but few follow the dream. Today we have on the show, Brian and Theresa Villa (@rvillaadventures on instagram) who in 2018 did just this, they sold everything, bought a 5th wheel RV and began traveling around the United States full time. 

After surviving stage 4 cancer twice, Theresa knows the value of "time is short" and grabbed life by the horns and together they set off on the adventure. 

We discuss with them details about why th...

Kirk Smally has one of the most inspiring and heart wrenching stories we have had the honor of hearing here at Christian Outdoors. Kirk is the founder of Stand for the SIlent, a non-profit he began after his 11 year oild son took his own life due to bullying in school. Kirk and his wife took this pain and used it to help others who are dealing with this horror. 

He has spoken to more than four million youth about the effects of bullying, and travels extensively to share his message. If you have children, you will want t...

Are you a Christian and need firearm training? Do you know how to select your first firearm? Have you ever been taught proper firearm care and use? Today on Christian Outdoors, we are joined with Jason Wood. Jason owns and operates "Cloud and Fire Outdoors" a firearms and survival school for Christians. 

jason saw a need to help beleivers be better prepared for emergencies and opened his firearms training to teach and instruct believers in proper firearm selection, care, use and maintenance. He also uses survival school to train basic life skills in case of a real e...

While hunting in Wyoming in 2018, Lee Brooke faced all hunters worst nightmare. He came face to face with a Grizzly bear while returning to claim his elk he'd shot the evening before. Unfortunately for Lee, during the night a sow grizzly bear had claimed his elk. Before he could react, the bear was on top of him, clawing, biting, and tossing him about. 

"I remember looking down and seeing my mustache and my nose laying on the ground" Lee tells us in his harrowing recount of the nightmare. After spending 7 hours on the mountain, rescue finally arrived. T...

We have all been bored in the deer stand. Aaron Futrell is no different. To combat his boredome, he wrote the Deer Stand Devotional. A book that inspires and parallels the deer season for most hunters. THis eight part book, follows the 8 weeks of the deer season with inspiritional stories that enlighten and draw us closer to Christ. 

Aaron is also a veteran, and a small business owner that makes fishing lures. His story of resiliance and valor are encouraging to all of us. Follow along today and listen to his story and go to Amazon and b...

In the world of Elk Calling one name is tatamount to success and that is Chad Shearer. Chad has won everything you can win in competition Elk Calling. In addition to this, he is good at calling actual elk! As a guide and outfitter in Montana, he has led hunreds of hunters to the trophy of a life time. Hes hunted on 6 contentents and taken more game than just about anyone alive. In addition to all fo this, he is passionate about sharing his faith in Jesus Christ. 

Today, we learn about competition elk calling, and calling e...

RealWord Outdoors was founded in November 2014 by David and Beverly Pait as an evangelistic ministry on Facebook and Youtube. Our mission is to utilize the social media platform to reach the world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to encourage the body of Christ to do the same.  It is our prayer that our outdoor videos will strengthen your faith and encourage you to walk daily in the love of Christ.  In these perilous times, the uncompromised preaching of the Word of God and its real life application has never been more important!

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On today's show I am joined by my friend jon Goodwin of Gasport, NY and we are having our deer season wrap-up show. While we each have a week left, we wanted to go ahead and get this show done and share with the audience our experiences out of state and in state this seasonb. Both of us have had a good year in regards to successful hunts. But not without some nail-biting moments and mistakes along the way. 

Tune in for a good show as we...

Duck Commander is in its 50th year as a company, and yet for most of that time, it was a cottage industry. Building duck calls in the family home. All of that changed in the early 2000's when the brand of duck calls started getting the recognition it deserved. Designed by Phil Robertson in the early 1970's the now famous duck calls have led to the demise of tens of thousands of ducks. 

But there is far more to the story than mere duck calls. Phil Robertson's conversion has been well documented, and today's show is not a...

Not many people have the ability to bring things to life. But an artist like Amy McTague can. Her talent in the art of Taxidermy is on par with someone who began decades before. As a former dental hygienist her attention to detail and care are exhibited in her work. A passionate person about all things in her life. her journey into her new profession is something to admire.  

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Forged in Fire participant Brian Evelich joins me today and explains how he took a hobby and turned it into a passion and ministry. How he takes raw steel and fashions beautiful works of art and useful tools is a talent like no other. 
But Brian also has a passion for sharing the gospel, and uses his talent in smithing to teach and inspire others. 

Have you ever been scrolling and suddenly got transfixed on something or someone? This happened to me when I found the page of our guest today. Josh Oldenburger has a following like no other and his 10-15 second reels are a gift from God. His ability to convey simple poignant messages in a short clip are powerful and needed in today's world. This show will change your life. 

When it comes to hunt stands, no two are alike. Congaree Fabrication has taken this to a new level. Marc Shirey began this as a hobby and it quickly grew into a full time business. Building platform stands that are strong, comfortable and customizable to your needs and desires. He builds them one at a time in his shop here in South Carolina. Today Marc and his wife Mandy discuss the journey into their business and how it has flourished by putting God first in all they do.  

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Kenneth Corder has a huge following on social media with his reels about all things waterfowl hunting. From dog training, to setting decoys for ducks and geese, it is all covered. Today we learn all about waterfowl and also his love for Jesus in the process. 

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Have you ever used a decoy for big game? Decoying deer, elk, pronghorn can be exciting and thrilling if done in the right manner and at the right time of year. Today we talk with the owner and president of Montana Decoy Company Mr. CJ Davis and we learn all about how and when to use decoys successfully. 

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Tony Smotherman is known as the foremost expert in the world of muzzleloaders and muzzleloader hunting. He is also a dear friend and someone that is admired in the outdoor industry. Some of many hats include "director of influencer relations" for BPI outdoors the parent company for CVA, Bergara, Powerbelt, Durasight and Quake Slings. 

In this episode we focus the discussion on muzzleloading projectiles and  black powders and powder substitutes (Blackhorn 209). With the advancements of powders and projectiles in the muzzleloading world, we felt this show should help the listener decide on which to use and when to...

Jeff Phillips is considered by many to be one of the most knowledgeable persons on the topic of traditional archery. His YouTube channel, "Addictive Instictive Archery" is exploding in growth with 170+ episodes and growing his reach and knowledge on the subjects of traditional archery are some of the best in the world. 

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A few weeks ago we had Billy Saylers on the show (episode 264) winner of seasson 7 of Forged in Fire. In that episode he shared about his son Joseph (also known as JoJo) and his story and his experience on Forged in Fire season 9. Billy and JoJo are the only father/son team to win Forged in Fire. 

JoJo has a great story of how he is using his blacksmithing skills to spread the gosepl and to do missionary work in Guatamala and beyond. This episode is filled with his life story of how making knives, axes, hatchets a...

Why are we prideful? Why do men think its week to be humble? Today we discuss the pitfall of being prideful and how God's word warns us about being prideful. Today we learn fromMproverbs, 16:18 "pride comes before destruction..." 

so many men have a hard time forgiving themselves for past mistakes. but hear me here...

"you are not defined by your worst decision." Proverbs tell us that we are his and that humility comes before honor. We are to humble ourselves before God and one another if we are to enter into a whole relationship with o...

In the world of the Whitetail deer, few people are more respected, or admired than Dr. Grant Woods. His program known as GrowingDeer.tv has established the epitome of sharing knowledge of growing deer for the past 15 years. Each week, they release a new video teaching, sharing and explaining how to grow big deer and hunt big deer on your property. And for 15 years, they have never missed a week and have never repeated a show! The commitment to a high performance and quality information is second to none. 

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Sitting in my deer stand in SE Kansas got me reflecting on how great God is and how so many of us feel alone adn isolated at times. In reading my bible, I read again Psalm 100 and those words reminded me that we are never alone, but that we are His. Regardless of what you are going through, remember you are HIS and his love is greater than anything that can come against you. 

In my world as an outdoor writer I have the ability to preview a lot of new products, and to see some of the new innovations that are on the horizon. I am constantly amazed at how people create ways to make a hole. The Archery Trade Association annual show is one place where you will witness dozens of new broadhead designs every year. 

It seems that there is always someone who thinks they can create a better broadhead. One that flies better, cutted better, and tunes easier. I've seen broadheads that were diminituve in size barely b...

How can we know God's will for our lives? Is this even possible? 

Today, I dive into this and give you some things I feel will help you to discover God's will for your life. It begins with a relationship with Him. Then diving into his word and reading it for yourself. Listening to Him, seeking council from Godly folks and praying for guidance. 

How does one go from an English teacher to winner of Forged in Fire season 7? How do you take blacksmithing, and bladesmithing and make it into a ministry? Today, Billy Salyers joins us and we discuss all of this and how he has been able to transform lives one blade at a time. From North Carolina to Montana to Guatamala, Yelloerose Forge adn Redeemed Steel have made a difference in the lives of many. 

You can take any profession and use it for God's kingdom, and Billy shares with us how he has done it and encourages o...

Why am I here? What does my life mean? Does it mean anything to anyone? Finding our purpose is essential to living a fulfilled life and today we dive deep into this and how to discover your purpose and know that you can make a difference in the lives of others and yourself. 

What is the greatest threat to deer hunting in America?  Is it dropping participation? Could it be lack of accessible land? Perhaps it is the anti-gun movement or the anti-hunting factions? Division among hunters themselves? 

All of this is discussed in this show before we reveal what Steve Shea and I feel is THE greatest threat to deer hunting today. The answer may surprise you, or you may already suspect the answer to the question. Either way, this show is enlightening and informative. Along the way, Steve shares his faith and why it is important to him an...

Stress, anxiety and worry are becoming an epidemic in America. More and more pople are taking antianxiety medication than ever before. We are consumed with stress. How can we overcome stress, anxiety and worry? What can we do as Christians to combat the attacks on us? 

Today we dive into this subject and provide some insight into what God's word says about this topic. 

Traditional Archery is seeing a resurgence in recent years, and Robert Carter of Georgia has found his place among some of the best instructors of the sport. His YouTube channel on traditional archery is one of the finest available. His no nonsense style, and easy to follow instruction has found a great audience, including myself. 

Hunting with a longbow or recurve requires a lot of patience, strategy and execution. Carter explains how proper shooting techniques along with confidence will put deer and hogs in your freezer. 

Robert also shares how God "saved me in a co...

To be obedient to God's word can be a challenge for many of us at different times in our lives. Today we discuss the importance of obedience and why as a follower of Christ it is imperative that we try to be obedient to his calling on our lives. 

My guest today Tommy Ausherman the founder of Outrider USA a company designed to help people with mobility issues explore the outdoors. Witha. vision from God, Tommy set out to design a machine that would help folks with mobility issues to be able to explore the outdoors and his 4 wheel drive electric machine does just that and more. Adaptable, adjustable and in every way designed for anyone with mobility issues his company is pushing the envelope in helping folks access the great outdoors. 

Tommy is driven by his passion for Christ and his ability to help and s...

In a world of brokeness, being whole is hard. In many cases it may even seem impossible. But today we share how to become whole through a life of holiness. 

being holy isn't reserved for saints, our pursuit for holiness should be at the forefront of our life as Christians. The pursuit alone is worthy, the efforts, the desire to be more like Christ leads us to a holy life. 

Holy does not mean being perfect, it is wrapped up in the pursuit and effort to become holy. We are not made to pursue happiness, ra...

Making a decision to chase your dreams can be hard for many. Austin Williams made the decision to chase his in Country Music. After only one yar of chasing in Nashville, he was signed to development deal and is moving fast through the ranks. 

In talking with Austin, he has no formal training in singing or song writing, it "just comes to me" he says. Understanding his talent and using it for a platform to share his faith is important to Austin. He is open about his faith, and his love of music and the sound of h...

In a world where discussing politics and faith is often frowned upon, witnessing is difficult for many of us. But the bible teaches that we are called to share our faith with everyone. Today we share how to witness where you are in soft, subtle ways that shares the love of Christ with the gifts and talents you have. 

When most people think of eating mushrooms, two images come to mind. One is the kind we put on our salads, and the other are the psychedelic type. Well, today I learned a lot about edible mushrooms, how to find them, identify them and the food and health benefits from them. In today’s show, we talk with Tim Frost an assistant Pastor from Indiana and he educates us on the different varieties and benefits of edible mushrooms.

Tim not only shares his passion for fungi, but also his passion for Christ. This is an interesting topic an...