Driftwood Outdoors Podcast

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with Pat Kalmerton co-owner and operator of Wolf Pack Adventures LLC, Pat guides clients from around the globe on Lake Michigan, its tributaries and inland waters. Pat grew up in Sheboygan County, Wis., learning to hunt and fish under the instruction of his father, Roy. By age 12, Pat was first-mating on charter boats; by 20, he'd earned his USCG Captain's license. Pat quickly developed a reputation as an expert angler and hunter with abilities beyond his years, partially due to the lessons in conservation biology and sportsmen's ethics that his father stressed as necessary to become a "complete outdoorsman." Today, Pat is also involved in the design and promotion of today's best fishing and hunting products. Whether it's through TV, radio, fishing and hunting magazines, educational seminars or sharing the day's adventure with clients, Pat considers it a privilege to share his knowledge and passion for the outdoors with others. For more info: Wolf Pak Adventures Website Pat Kalmerton Outdoors Take them kids outdoors (TTKO) My life outdoors book If you'de like an autographed copy: The book is 25.00 mailed, same price at Amazon, or 20.00 in person. I, too, have a Venmo account you can access by kieserkenneth@gmail.com for $25.00 including shipping. I only need your address. Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram YouTube Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod sit down with John Kruse, host and Producer of America Outdoors Radio and Northwestern Outdoors Radio. A native of Pacific Northwest, John Kruse is an experienced outdoors writer and radio broadcaster who has had the opportunity to fish, hunt, hike, camp, and paddle his way across a good portion of North America. John has written magazine articles for a number of publications and is the author of "Great Places Washington". John is also the long time host of "Northwestern Outdoors Radio", an award winning radio show heard on 69 stations in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, California and South Dakota. For more info: Northwestern Outdoors Radio America Outdoors Radio John Kruse FB page Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram Youtube Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod sit down with Tron Peterson of Peterson Outdoors Ministries. Peterson Outdoors Ministries' (POM) mission is to provide faith based outdoor recreational therapy for injured and recovering Veterans, and their families, as well as youth and adults with disabilities or terminal illness. It was founded in 2006 to provide hope, healing, and restoration for veterans, and their families, as well as those with disabilities and serious illness. With an emphasis on veterans, and those with disabilities, Peterson Outdoors Ministries has expanded its outreach to include First Responders, Military Chaplains, Gold Star and Blue Star Families. For More Info: POM Website POM Facebook POM Instagram Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram Youtube Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod sit down with MHHF's Executive Director, Colton Zirkle. The Missouri Hunting Heritage Federation introduces youth to an outdoor way of life featuring our hunting tradition, the shooting sports and the enjoyment of being in Missouri's natural landscape. Through education and hands-on training, youth learn how to safely handle firearms, gain an understanding of wildlife conservation and are introduced to the many enjoyable aspects of Missouri's hunting heritage. For More Info: MHHF Website MHHF Facebook MHHF Instagram Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram Youtube Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod sit down with good friend and unpaid pro-staffer Paddle Don Cranfill to work out the kinks and talk everything outdoors. Topics Discussed: We're on the youtube, life stats, deer hunt encounters, fishing hours, river miles, Big Rock Candy Mtn, Trout opener, Indiana DNR, favorite jobs, mystery bait bucket and more. For more info: Driftwood Outdoors Youtube Paddle Don's Hoosiering Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod sit down to recap 2024 and share thoughts on the year to come. Topics Discussed: New Year's resolutions, fly fishing for trout and the river we no longer speak of, Big Rock Candy Mountain, Shags' wedding, college basketball, 50 in 50 by 50, Telepathy Tapes, cryotherapy, upcoming trip to Oregon, favorite Christmas gifts, golfing goals, cigars, bourbon, mystery bait bucket and more. For More Info: Telepathy Tapes Element Cryotherapy Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers TaxidermyConnect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with Aaron Kindle the Director of Sporting Advocacy for the National Wildlife Federation. The State of Utah filed suit against the United States– and 13 states supported it– claiming the federal government unconstitutionally holds more than 18.5 million unappropriated acres of public land in the state. At the same time, Utah launched a multipronged advertising campaign to convince people that this is a good idea. Let’s be clear: this is about the potential disposal and selloff of our public lands, which would forever remove our ability to use these lands and carry on outdoor traditions. That means that if Utah were to prevail, the very idea of public lands in the United States could come crashing down. It’s time for Americans to defend one of our nation's best ideas - public lands! TAKE ACTION TODAY! HALT THE HEIST! CLICK HERE! NWF Website NWF Outdoors Facebook NWF Outdoors Instagram NWF Youtube

Merry Christmas! Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod sit down with Kris Nelson of Tandem Fly Outfitters after another crappie trip down Pomme de Terre. Tandem Fly Outfitters operates out of Stockton, Missouri and offers all-inclusive packages to anglers, prioritizing building the relationships with their customers and giving them the best experience they can get. Topics discussed: Christmas gift exchanges, Pomme de Terre AKA: Ground Apple Lake, Scenic River Taxidermy and memorable mounts, the "Sad Texas Turkey," upcoming plans for winter, remembering best fishing trips, catching the State Record Black Buffalo and breaking the 35 year standing record, mystery bait bucket and more. For more info: Tandem Fly Outfitters Facebook Tandem Fly Outfitters Instagram Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook InstagramEmail: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Brandon Butler sits down with Tavin Mullen of Steady Pressure Kennels and Jeremy Harper of JD Harper Lawncare to discuss rabbit hunting in Delaware, after Brandon gets his first Delaware rabbit. Steady Pressure Kennels is a beagle breeding service located in Delaware, that focuses on quality over quanitity in the rabbit hunting industry. Topics discussed: rabbit hunting in Delaware, types of beagles used, mentorships, how they got this organization started, types of training, bloodline progression, trait selection and research, hunting commands, hopes for the future, division in politics and sticking to your communities, mystery bait bucket and more. Fore more info: Steady Pressure Kennels YouTube Steady Pressure Kennels Facebook Steady Pressure Kennels Instagram Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down with Trey Dawson the owner/operator of Recovery Outdoors and Backyard K9s. Trey is an inspiring example of resilience and redemption. After overcoming a harrowing battle with opioid addiction and serving time in prison, he has committed his life to supporting others facing similar challenges. Using the healing power of the outdoors, Trey guides people in reconnecting with nature as a path to recovery. His journey from hardship to hope serves as a powerful reminder that transformation is possible, and he now dedicates himself to empowering others on their own paths to healing and renewal. Topics discussed: Recovery Outdoors, the idea of Recovery Ranch, fishing, hunting, archery, being sober over the holidays, AI death clock, rabbit hunting, who would you want to interview, mystery bait bucket and more. Fore more info: Revovery Outdoors Backyard K9s Steady Pressure Kennels Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod sit down with Steve Jones and Uncle Steve to discuss CWD and Missouri hunting 2024. Topics discussed: Recapping Uncle Steve's Missouri whitetail hunt, past hunting successes and failures, Mid Mo Drone deer recovery, CWD (Chronic Waste Disease), a little law and regulation, mystery bait bucket and more. For more info: midmodrone@gmail.com Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod interview Bill Atherton and Joe Knight of Coyote Hill Foster Care Ministries. Each year, hundreds of children enter foster care in mid-Missouri. This means hundreds of children in our neighborhoods are in unsafe homes. Coyote Hill’s mission is to provide a safe place to be a child for every child impacted by foster care. For over 30 years, Coyote Hill Foster Care Ministries has worked to keep kids safe. Topics discussed: history of Coyote Hill, program utilization, foster care challenges, parenting classes and family resources, success stories, becoming a foster family, program impact on children, therapeutic value of caring for animals, after school programming, how to get involved, what we are thankful for, mystery bait bucket and more. For more info: Coyote Hill Foster Care Ministries Coyote Hill Facebook Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod interview Clay Henderson, founder of Hooked on Vets, and Mario Lozina, owner of LOZ Lures. 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: Hooked on Vets event at Montauk, origin of organization, veterans serving veterans and how to get involved, veteran mental health and resources, mental health benefits of fishing, LOZ Lures and lure making, Retrieving Freedom, mystery bait bucket and more. For more info: Hooked on Vets LOZ Lures Clay: 636-234-1811 Mario: 314-623-0233, c.hendo618@gmail.com Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit around a campfire catching up with Paddle Don, Adam Voight, Hollywood Steve, Misty Mountain Michael, and Joe Hawkins. Topics discussed: Ozark attractions, devils well, peck ranch, the old 40 acres, state farm commercials, new fly shop idea, Mark Van Patten, fishing, mystery bait bucket and more. For more info: Misty Mountain Guiding Service (573) 823-9057 Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod attend Big Rock Candy Mountain's first Fly Fishing Weekend with Mark Van Patten and Driftwood Outdoors. Recorded during the meet and greet for all attendees. Guests included: Mark Nettles, board member of the Ozark Riverways Foundation Billy Smith, owner of Scenic Rivers Guide Service (573-225-3390) Michael Collins, owner of Misty Mountain Guiding Service Mark Van Patten, Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Famer, Author, and fly fishing guru Topics discussed: Falling in love with Big Rock Candy Mountain and their amazing support, fly rod donations and community involvement, Ozark Riverways Foundation values and opportunities, fishing reports from Billy Smith, smallmouth locations and advice, river tours, history, and wildlife, tying streamers, Moonshine and Watermelons, a life update from Mark, Lonestar Tick Disease and other tick borne illnesses, Woodstock, Bill Cooper's Cookbook, mystery bait bucket and much more. For more info: Big Rock Candy Mountain Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Happy Halloween!!!!!!!!! Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod do a ghost hunt while touring Missouri State Penitentiary at night with guides Jenny Switzer and Reese Ramold. The "Bloodiest 47 Acres in American History" refers to the Missouri State Penitentiary in Jefferson City, Missouri, which was given this nickname by Time Magazine due to the extreme violence and brutality that occurred within its grounds, particularly between 1963 and 1964. Topics discussed: facility history and living arrangements, infamous inmates and notable moments in its history, punishments and brutality, the basement, inhumanity, paranormal activity and Doppelgangers, Death Row and the gas chamber, what razor wire is for, mystery bait bucket and more. For more info: Fly Fishing Weekend at Big Rock Candy Mountain Missouri State Penn Tours Missouri State Penn Tours FB Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod interview Eric Call, owner of Superior Insulation. Superior Insulation has decades of combined experience in the spray foam and coatings business, built on quality work, customer experience and crazy good insulation. Topics discussed: Share the Harvest, moose hunting, Alaska hunting, Eric's bald-faced hornet sting, college football, program updates and community support, youth deer season, shooting pics of state capitals, bird watching, mystery bait bucket and more. For more info: Fly Fishing Weekend at Big Rock Candy Mountain Superior Insulation 573-821-FOAM Driftwood Outdoors Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod sit down with Nick Green, Director of Marketing and Communications at The Nimrod Society. The Nimrod Society was created in order to facilitate programs to educate the general public on the positive role anglers and hunters play in society through accurate and factual education and media programs. Topics discussed: fly fishing weekend at Big Rock Candy Mountain, Nick's career projection, travels and experiences, waterfowl seasons and hunting, The Nimrod Society's history and name, creating hunters and anglers, projects and initiatives, Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation, Lake Taneycomo and trout fishing, photography, mystery bait bucket and more. For more info: Fly Fishing Weekend at Big Rock Candy Mountain The Nimrod Society Driftwood Outdoors Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod finally catch Uncle Steve on his first time out from under the bus in a while. Topics discussed: Steve's new iPhone and where on Earth he has been, the unpredictable weather in Missouri, Steve's fancy new smoker, deer and elk seasons in the Pacific Northwest, ground rules for his upcoming hunt with the boys, other plans for his trip to Missouri, football, removing hornet nests and things learned the hard way, fly fishing weekend at Big Rock Candy Mountain, mystery bait bucket and more. For more info: Fly Fishing Weekend at Big Rock Candy Mountain BRCM Lodge Telephone # 417-932-1223 Driftwood Outdoors Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

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 Special thanks to: Living The Dream Outdoor Properties Superior Foam Insulation LLC Doolittle Trailers Scenic Rivers Taxidermy Connect with Driftwood Outdoors: Facebook Instagram Email: info@driftwoodoutdoors.com