Author name: Jared Van Hees

Habitat Podcast #355 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back on the road at deer camp! Today we are bringing you a Deercamp.Detour episode from southern michigan at our good friend Steve Taylors awesome deer camp. We discuss: The camaraderie of deer camp brings friends together for hunting and fun year-round. […]

Habitat Podcast #355 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with our good friend and Co-owner of Vitalize Seed Al Tomechko. We discuss: The hosts discuss their recent hunting trips and experiences in Michigan and West Virginia. They emphasize the importance of planning and preparation for successful hunts.

Habitat Podcast #355 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with co-host Andy and our good friend Gerald Casperson. We discuss: Jerry hunts in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, focusing on bow hunting and habitat management. He started hunting at a young age, influenced by his father’s passion

Habitat Podcast #354 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are bringing you a new segment from co-host Andy Hutchens called The Deercamp Detour. In this episode, we sit down with friend of the podcast Arron Bleise. We discuss: The hosts share their experiences and excitement for the upcoming hunting season. Aaron discusses

Habitat Podcast #353 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back on the road in West Virginia for the 1st annual HP Patreon Hunt. We discuss: The crew gathers at West Virginia Deer Camp 2025 for a weekend of hunting and camaraderie. Scott, the host, shares excitement about the first-ever Patreon Gear

Habitat Podcast #352 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with co-host Andy and our good friends Doug and Matt Holmes of Downburst Seeders. We discuss: What EHD is and how it spreads among whitetails Why outbreaks are often tied to hot, dry summers and midge activity Signs

Habitat Podcast #352 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with co-host Andy and our good friends Doug and Matt Holmes of Downburst Seeders. We discuss: Dry conditions crushed deer movement and morale. Year-one plots exposed setup weaknesses. Customer rains highlight regional variability. Seeding rates adjusted for seed

Habitat Podcast #351 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with co-host Andy and our good friend and chost of the patreon hunt Scott Limer. We discuss: Access is king; right route makes the whole plan work. Creek crossing = deer highway when pressure cranks. Wind rolls off

Habitat Podcast #349 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with a bonus episode from my good friend Al Tomechko talking with Dr. Patrick Freeze from Ward Labs. We discuss: The role of soil testing in agriculture Understanding Liebig’s Law and its implications The importance of residue management

Habitat Podcast #349 – In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend and co-owner of Vitalize Seed Al Tomechko. We discuss: Drought conditions are affecting food plots this year, similar to last year. No-till planting helps retain soil moisture and supports seed growth. Monitor weather patterns