282 episodes

The Habitat Podcast is a podcast for land and wildlife habitat managers, and for hunters who learn and utilize different types of habitat in their hunting strategy. We interview hunters and habitat managers from across the country, picking their brain to learn their success's and failures. We are different in the fact that we are not the experts. This podcast is for us and the listeners to learn a thing or two, from the experts we analyze.

Habitat Podcast Jared Van Hees

    • Sports
    • 4.9 • 515 Ratings

The Habitat Podcast is a podcast for land and wildlife habitat managers, and for hunters who learn and utilize different types of habitat in their hunting strategy. We interview hunters and habitat managers from across the country, picking their brain to learn their success's and failures. We are different in the fact that we are not the experts. This podcast is for us and the listeners to learn a thing or two, from the experts we analyze.

    #280 - Switchgrass planting on powerlines, building infrastructure on your property, and a firsthand look at the newly redesigned downburst seeder with Doug Holmes

    #280 - Switchgrass planting on powerlines, building infrastructure on your property, and a firsthand look at the newly redesigned downburst seeder with Doug Holmes

    Habitat Podcast #280 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Doug Holmes. Doug is the owner of Downburst Seeders and recently joined me for a weekend of planting on the northern 70. We discuss:

    Prepping for the Total Archery Challenge

    Planting strategies for switchgrass

    Managing power line habitats

    Strategies for high-yield food plots

    Success with no-till planting

    New Downburst Seeder insights

    Food plot results in sandy soil

    Enhancing sandy soils with cover crops

    Swapping meters for diverse seeding


    And So Much More!

    PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast.

    Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ info@habitatpodcast.com
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    Contact Rich at Tagged Out Seed Products: (740) 856-5207 or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063715565466
    Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm
    Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed
    Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10
    Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10
    Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25
    Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP
    First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P
    LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS
    Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO
    Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – info@habitatpodcast.com
    Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg
    Email us: info@habitatpodcast.com
    habitat management / deer habitat / food plots / hinge cut / food plot
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    • 1 hr 3 min
    #279 - Habitat Day Recap: You Guys Missed Out! with Andy Hutchens

    #279 - Habitat Day Recap: You Guys Missed Out! with Andy Hutchens

    Habitat Podcast #279 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Andy Hutchens recapping the first-ever Habitat Day we held this past weekend at Andy's farm. We discuss:

    Raising $240 for Outdoor Driven

    The Downburst demo

    Crimping & planting

    Selective logging

    New habitat tools

    Timber to boost habitat plans.


    And So Much More!

    PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast.

    Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ info@habitatpodcast.com
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    Patreon - Habitat Podcast
    Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude
    Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP
    Contact Rich at Tagged Out Seed Products: (740) 856-5207 or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063715565466
    Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm
    Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed
    Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10
    Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10
    Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25
    Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP
    First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P
    LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS
    Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO
    Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – info@habitatpodcast.com
    Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg
    Email us: info@habitatpodcast.com
    habitat management / deer habitat / food plots / hinge cut / food plot
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    • 36 min
    #278 - Spring Time Habitat Projects: Removing Standing Dead Ash, Hinge Cutting Travel Corridors, and Buidling a Bridge for Better Access with Matt Zah l

    #278 - Spring Time Habitat Projects: Removing Standing Dead Ash, Hinge Cutting Travel Corridors, and Buidling a Bridge for Better Access with Matt Zah l

    Habitat Podcast #278 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with my good friend Matt Zahl. Matt is a fellow Michigander who is a habitat manager in Western Michigan. We discuss:

    Leveraging cuts for deer

    Mass crop trees for wildlife

    Cultivating diverse ecosystems

    Installing culverts for access

    Building a sturdy creek bridge

    Benefits and timing of fall tree planting

    Balancing family and outdoor life

    Prepping for deer season in May

    Fruit orchards as a wildlife magnet


    And So Much More!

    PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast.

    Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ info@habitatpodcast.com
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    Patreon - Habitat Podcast
    Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude
    Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP
    Contact Rich at Tagged Out Seed Products: (740) 856-5207 or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063715565466
    Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm
    Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed
    Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10
    Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10
    Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25
    Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP
    First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P
    LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS
    Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO
    Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – info@habitatpodcast.com
    Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg
    Email us: info@habitatpodcast.com
    habitat management / deer habitat / food plots / hinge cut / food plot
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    • 1 hr 1 min
    #277 - The.Deercamp.Podcast: Andy Hutchens with David Riley Jr. Talking Deer Hunting

    #277 - The.Deercamp.Podcast: Andy Hutchens with David Riley Jr. Talking Deer Hunting

    Habitat Podcast #277 - In today’s bonus episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are doing something a little different. Repeat guest and friend of the podcast Andrew Hutchens has recently launched his own podcast called The.Deercamp.Podcast where he talks with guys from all walks of life about deer camp-style hunting stories. From time to time we will be premiering a few of his episodes and this week is his recent discussion with David Riley Jr. We discuss:

    The advantages of saddle hunting

    The emotional toll of an elusive buck

    Tracking and the challenges it brings

    A Kansas Buck in 24 Hours

    Heartfelt bowhunt in Michigan

    The pain of losing a tracked deer

    Adapting hunting strategies mid-game


    And So Much More!

    PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast.

    Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ info@habitatpodcast.com

    A Week In The Field YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYhBCa2cBQo
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    Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude
    Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP
    Contact Rich at Tagged Out Seed Products: (740) 856-5207 or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063715565466
    Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm
    Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed
    Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10
    Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10
    Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25
    Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP
    First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P
    LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS
    Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO
    Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – info@habitatpodcast.com
    Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg
    Email us: info@habitatpodcast.com
    habitat management / deer habitat / food plots / hinge cut / food plot
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    • 1 hr 13 min
    #276 - The Habitat Day Pump Up, Updates on the HP 40, and Updates on the Northern 70 with the.deercamp.podcast

    #276 - The Habitat Day Pump Up, Updates on the HP 40, and Updates on the Northern 70 with the.deercamp.podcast

    Habitat Podcast #276 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio on the.deercamp.podcast with my good friend Andy Hutchens talking about the upcoming Habitat Day on his northern Michigan farm. We discuss:

    Habitat Day details & benefits

    Tips for Spring Habitat Projects

    Updates on the HP 40 & Northern 70

    Debate on no-till planting methods


    And So Much More!

    PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast.

    Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ info@habitatpodcast.com
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Patreon - Habitat Podcast
    Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude
    Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP
    Contact Rich at Tagged Out Seed Products: (740) 856-5207 or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063715565466
    Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm
    Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed
    Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10
    Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10
    Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25
    Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP
    First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P
    LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS
    Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO
    Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – info@habitatpodcast.com
    Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg
    Email us: info@habitatpodcast.com
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    • 34 min
    #275 - The Government Will Pay You for Habitat Management: Breaking Down the CRP Program and the EQIP Program with Richard Rappley

    #275 - The Government Will Pay You for Habitat Management: Breaking Down the CRP Program and the EQIP Program with Richard Rappley

    Habitat Podcast #275 - In today’s episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio talking with Richard Rappley. Richard works for the NRCS in Illinois and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to government programs for your land. We discuss:

    Timber stand improvement

    CRP vs. EQIP

    Tackling invasive species

    Benefits of native plants

    Financial perks of eco-care

    Advice on brush and honeysuckle control

    Tips on getting conservation funding


    And So Much More!

    PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast.

    Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ info@habitatpodcast.com

    A Week In The Field YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYhBCa2cBQo
    --------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Patreon - Habitat Podcast
    Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude
    Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP
    Contact Rich at Tagged Out Seed Products: (740) 856-5207 or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063715565466
    Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm
    Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed
    Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10
    Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10
    Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25
    Exodus Outdoor Gear - Use Code: HP - https://exodusoutdoorgear.com/discount/HP
    First Lite --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P
    LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS
    Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO
    Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – info@habitatpodcast.com
    Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg
    Email us: info@habitatpodcast.com
    habitat management / deer habitat / food plots / hinge cut / food plot
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    • 56 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
515 Ratings

515 Ratings

Ajh122783 ,

One episode got me.

Appreciate the podcast with Mr. Tony Lapratt. Hope to be able to listen to more in the future.

Stanthestanf ,

The Habitat Podcast

I’ve been listening for quite sometime now and Jared has guests that discuss deer habitat that is recommending to be improved to hold big bucks. I have a farm in Southern , IL and have used ideas that I have learned to apply on my farm.
thanks
Rob Stanfa
225 Rolling Hills Ln, Puryear, TN 38251
StantheStanf

Sbfox ,

Incredibly informative pod

Have been listening to this podcast for several years. It is fantastic. They provide great habitat information which is useful and can be put to work on one’s own land. Great interview style.

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