Author name: Jared Van Hees

Habitat Podcast 335: Northern 70 Update: Cleaning Up The Mess (Still) From The Ice Storm, Improving Roads With A Bulldozer, and The Importance of Safety and Caution with Pat Cross and Greg Van Hees

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Habitat Podcast #334 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are coming to you from the field at the northern 70 with my dad Greg and my good buddy Pat Cross. We discuss: Dozer operation by Josh for road and tree clearing Safety emphasized while cutting trees Cutting trees under tension Discussion on […]

Habitat Podcast 335: Northern 70 Update: Cleaning Up The Mess (Still) From The Ice Storm, Improving Roads With A Bulldozer, and The Importance of Safety and Caution with Pat Cross and Greg Van Hees Read More »

Habitat Podcast 334: Michigan Food Plot and Logging Update, Pennsylvania Deer Camp Traditions, and Being a Better Woodsman: the.deercamp.podcast with Beau Martonik

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Habitat Podcast #334 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Andy sits down on the.deercamp.podcast with Beau Martonik of the East Meets West Podcast. We discuss: The Ins & Outs of Outdoor Podcasting Reviving the Legacy of Deer Camps Building a Brand in the Hunting Industry Struggles and triumphs of elk hunting Celebrating the

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Habitat Podcast 333: NRCS Nightmare: Dealing With an NRCS Horror Story, Southern Illinois Food Plots, and Logging A New Piece of Property with Jordan Hanks

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Habitat Podcast #333 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Jared and Andy are joined by Jordan Hanks We discuss: From trail cams to close encounters Spring plots vs. fall planting strategies Taxidermy as an art form Old-school bow-hunting revival Deer camp camaraderie highs CRP program struggles & solutions Summer food plot adaptation plans

Habitat Podcast 333: NRCS Nightmare: Dealing With an NRCS Horror Story, Southern Illinois Food Plots, and Logging A New Piece of Property with Jordan Hanks Read More »

Habitat Podcast 322: Habitat Improvement On Family Land That Doesn’t Want Habitat Work Done with Nate Rozeveld

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Habitat Podcast #331 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Jared is joined by Nate Rozeveld. We discuss: Exploring deer hunting family traditions Importance of good habitat and neighbor relations Striking a balance between hunting and family The joy of hunting from blinds and saddles Must-have tools for habitat work Impact of neighbors on

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Habitat Podcast 331: Spring Habitat Checklist: What You Should Be Doing NOW!

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Habitat Podcast #331 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Jared is joined by co-host Andy Hutchens. We discuss: Planting 100 Norway Spruces with an auger The benefits of no-till planting An eagerly-awaited logger update Recent turkey hunting success Strategies for tree growth in sandy soil Experimenting with no-till switchgrass Heavy rains during farming

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Habitat Podcast 330: Habitat Land Plan Before and After: 5 Years Of Results From Habitat Management on 80 Acres In Northern Michigan with Bobby Roop

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Habitat Podcast #330 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Jared is joined by Bobby Roop, one of Jared’s first ever habitat land plan clients way back in 2019. We discuss: Habitat management on an 80-acre parcel in northern Michigan Habitat improvements over five years The importance of food sources for deer Implementing access

Habitat Podcast 330: Habitat Land Plan Before and After: 5 Years Of Results From Habitat Management on 80 Acres In Northern Michigan with Bobby Roop Read More »

Habitat Podcast 329: Shawn Luchtel of Heartland Bowhunter: Adding Water and Native Grasses to his Missouri and Kansas Farms

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Habitat Podcast #329 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Jared is joined by Shawn Luchtel of Heartland Bowhunter. We discuss: Importance of open-canopy for wildlife food Native grasses are key for habitat screens Addressing invasive species is top priority Water sources essential in deer management Building Heartland Bow Hunter’s niche Balancing hunting with

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Habitat Podcast 328: When Is The Best Time To Plant Your Spring Food Plots and What Amendments Should You Use With Your Food Plot Seeds with Al Tomechko, Jake Bollinger, and Andy Hutchens

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Habitat Podcast #328 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Jared is joined by Andy, Al Tomechko, and Jake Bollinger. We discuss: Planting tree cuttings The importance of timing planting with rain The benefits of natural fertility coatings for food plot seed Prioritizing quality and effectiveness over simplification and cost-cutting Creating a thriving habitat

Habitat Podcast 328: When Is The Best Time To Plant Your Spring Food Plots and What Amendments Should You Use With Your Food Plot Seeds with Al Tomechko, Jake Bollinger, and Andy Hutchens Read More »

Habitat Podcast 327: Habitat Land Plan Recap: Managing 40 Acres in the Wisconsin North Woods and Building An Off Grid Solar Powered Cabin!

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Habitat Podcast #327 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Jared is on the road again with Andy from the deercamp.podcast over in Wisconsin. They sat down with land plan client Jeff at his off grid solar powered cabin to talk habitat. We discuss: Off-grid cabin living & solar usage Navigating hunting on thick

Habitat Podcast 327: Habitat Land Plan Recap: Managing 40 Acres in the Wisconsin North Woods and Building An Off Grid Solar Powered Cabin! Read More »

Habitat Podcast 326: Using NRCS Contracts To Pay For Habitat Improvement, Manipulating Deer Movement With Chainsaws, and Cutting To Create Better Bedding with Al Tomechko of Vitalize Seed Company

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Habitat Podcast #325 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, Jared is back in the studio with Al Tomechko of Vitalize Seed Company. We discuss: Cleaning up the mess at the northern 70 Invasive species removal and midstory removal NRCS contracts for timber work The importance of patience and collaboration with foresters Advantages of

Habitat Podcast 326: Using NRCS Contracts To Pay For Habitat Improvement, Manipulating Deer Movement With Chainsaws, and Cutting To Create Better Bedding with Al Tomechko of Vitalize Seed Company Read More »

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