Antler Up Podcast

In Episode 302 of the Antler Up Podcast, I sit down with Troy Smith — a husband, father, teacher, and coach who understands what real leadership looks like both in and out of the woods. Troy and I go back to our days coaching varsity baseball against each other, and this conversation goes well beyond hunting. We dive into leadership through coaching and teaching, the responsibility of setting standards for young athletes, and how those same principles carry over into family life and the outdoors.We also talk about raising kids in the outdoors, the discipline that comes from fitness and consistency, and what it means to define success in this season of life. Troy shares how hunting has helped shape his approach as a father and mentor, and why bringing his family into the woods has become such an important part of who he is. This episode is honest, grounded, and full of takeaways for anyone trying to balance family, work, and personal growth while still chasing what matters.So, grab your gear, sit back, and join us on this episode as we Antler Up!www.tethrdnation.comwww.huntworthgear.comwww.sportsmensempire.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Jeremy sits down for a reflective and honest solo episode to close out the 2024 season and open the door to what’s coming in 2025. He talks about learning patience, becoming more of a weekend warrior as family priorities shift, and why this season — despite fewer big-buck encounters — helped him grow more than he expected.Jeremy shares the full story of his rut encounter, the missed shot that ignited a 2018-level fire inside him, and the second-day rifle tradition with his buddy Jim that reminded him why hunting is so much more than antlers and grip-and-grins.He also opens up about areas he wants to improve, how he plans to attack the offseason, and what listeners can expect from the completely revamped Antler Up Podcast starting in January.This is a raw, grounded, and motivating look at the season — and a preview of what’s ahead.So, grab your gear, sit back, and join us on this episode as we Antler Up!www.tethrdnation.comwww.huntworthgear.comwww.sportsmensempire.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 300 couldn’t have been recorded anywhere else but AU Deer Camp, surrounded by the people who’ve shaped this journey. In this milestone episode, Jeremy sits down with Josh Hobson, Tim Sisock, and Jim D’Agostino—and for the first time, brings Josh’s boys, Bryce and Reid, into the conversation. It’s Saturday night of Pennsylvania’s opening weekend of rifle season, and camp is buzzing: Reid tagged a buck, Jim filled a doe tag, and everyone’s riding the high, retelling how the day unfolded. From chaotic morning mishaps (including rappel-downs, stuck haul ropes, and lost energy drinks) to the thrill of deer moving through frosty timber, the crew shares an unfiltered breakdown of Day 1 at camp and the year of hunting that led to this weekend.This episode goes deep into what makes deer camp special: the stories from past seasons, the growth each guy experienced this year, and the evolving traditions that now include the next generation. Jeremy, Tim, Josh, and Jim reflect on weird deer patterns, odd rut timing, tough lessons, missed opportunities, hard-earned successes, and how life, work, and family shaped their time in the woods. The kids bring fresh energy—talking bowhunting, rifle excitement, their favorite moments, and the pure, electric adrenaline of watching deer walk in. With laughs, self-deprecation, heartfelt gratitude, gear talk, future plans, and the undeniable magic of a camp full of hunters, Episode 300 captures exactly what Antler Up has always been about: family, friendship, growth, hunting stories, and digging deeper into why we love being out there together.So, grab your gear, sit back, and join us on this episode as we Antler Up!www.antlerupoutdoors.comwww.tethrdnation.comwww.huntworthgear.comwww.sportsmensempire.comhttps://deerassociation.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week we’re rolling out another Flashback Episode, just like last week — and this one goes back to Episode 149, originally released on November 30, 2022. In this conversation, Jeremy sits down with good friend and longtime contributor Aaron Hepler to answer a question every hunter eventually faces: “The season’s over… now what?” Aaron breaks down why the weeks immediately after the season can be some of the most valuable for evaluating your year, tightening up your systems, and planning how to become a better whitetail hunter moving forward. From gear organization to reviewing trail-cam data to the mental side of closing the chapter on a long season, this episode gives you a roadmap to make the most of the offseason instead of drifting through it.Jeremy and Aaron also dig into honest reflections from their own seasons — what worked, what didn’t, and how those lessons shape their approach for the following year. Whether you're coming off a high or wrestling with frustration, this episode will help you reset your mindset, take control of your preparation, and set yourself up for future success. If you want practical steps, thoughtful discussion, and a push to stay intentional long after the final sit, this Flashback Episode is absolutely worth revisiting.So, grab your gear, sit back, and join us on this episode as we Antler Up!www.antlerupoutdoors.comwww.tethrdnation.comwww.huntworthgear.comwww.sportsmensempire.comhttps://deerassociation.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on the Antler Up Podcast, Jeremy kicks things off with a quick update and an important announcement. Episode 300 is right around the corner, and to celebrate the milestone the right way, Jeremy will be recording it straight from deer camp during Thanksgiving weekend alongside his closest friends. That means the next two Wednesdays will feature some of the best re-run episodes from the Antler Up archive to keep the momentum rolling while we gear up for the big celebration.Today, we’re bringing back Episode 146 with Pennsylvania hunter Curt DeLattre, one of the strongest rut-focused conversations we’ve ever had on the show. In this episode, Curt breaks down how he reads rut sign, how he decides when to strike, and the mindset it takes to stay centered during one of the most unpredictable times of the deer season. Jeremy also shares a quick recap of his recent hunts before diving into this listener-favorite conversation. Whether you’re grinding out November sits or getting ready for the post-Thanksgiving push, this is one worth reliving. Antler Up!So, grab your gear, sit back, and join us on this episode as we Antler Up!www.antlerupoutdoors.comwww.tethrdnation.comwww.huntworthgear.comwww.sportsmensempire.comhttps://deerassociation.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.