Land & Legacy - Habitat + Hunting

How Important is it to Harvest Antlerless Deer?

05 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During this podcast, Matt and Adam discuss a successful archery hunt Adam had recently over a plot of Heritage Blend. Although this hunt was a great ...

Pros and Cons of Pasture Ground on Your Recreational Property

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Throughout the years of doing podcasts, we have discussed pasture land and cattle on many of them. However, devoting an entire podcast to the pros and...

An Early Season Mature Buck Hits the Ground

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The stars aligned and we got aggressive, it paid off when a mature buck strolled through during daylight hours. Chainsaw Chad put an arrow where it n...

Opening Week Archery Harvest and Hunt Recap

21 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Another archery season is among us here in Missouri. Despite the heat this week, we had several hunts that took place with success. To hear more about...

5 Reasons Why Your Bucks Are Nocturnal

21 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Frustrated by only getting buck movement during the night?  Are you scratching your head wondering why does it seem like these deer only move during ...

Preparations for Habitat Management Season

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Over the course of several years our company had been blessed to grow, taking Adam and Matt across this country. However, they haven't been alone, Kyl...

Hard Mast, Perennial Food Plots, or Soft Mast; Early Season Food Sources

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During this podcast, we discuss the varied food resources available to whitetail deer during the 2021 hunting season. When we start to look at pattern...

Forecasting Hunting Success Based on Changes in Weather

07 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this podcast we break down the ways we determine future success in a deer stand. Weather along with other variables can strongly influence deer mov...

Year of Sacrifice - Turning Slow Years into Reward

07 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Are there no bucks on your farm you're interested in hunting? Did your summer food plots fail due to too much browse pressure? Do you feel that the b...

Are You Your Property's Biggest Limiting Factor?

31 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Break out the steel-toed boots for this one. We dig deep this week to help you unlock the true potential of your property. We hear of excuses such as...

You CAN Kill Deer on the Couch!

31 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We are big believers in going against the grain. The common rule of thinking is to kill deer you have to put your time in. Where that certainly has pa...

Expect the Unexpected

24 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During this week's podcast, Kyle and Matt discuss how to be the most prepared land manager possible. We all know the struggles and difficulties that a...

Timber Management in the Northeast and a Game Warden's Dream

24 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a busy week in the northeast working with landowners and improving habitat! Adam and Matt are once again looking at acres and acres that ar...

Using Cattle to Improve Habitat and Financial Gain

17 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's podcast Adam sits down with his brother Chad to discuss their property Whistling Woodlands and their plan to utilize cattle not only a...

Propelling Your Land Ownership Goals to New Heights

17 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we have Ryan Manners a Land & Legacy client on the podcast. Ryan and his buddy Bucky work together to improve a farm located in southern Oh...

Habitat Podcast Q & A Part Two

10 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During this podcast we review and answer the most recent listener questions. We’ve had to split these questions between two podcasts due to the numb...

Supreme Property Pizza in the Making

10 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It seems like each week, we try to describe what we do and how we work with landowners by using practical illustrations. During this weeks podcast we ...

How To Mark Timber Before a Logging Operation

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During this podcast, we have returning guest Chad Keith to discuss with us the important steps a landowner should go through before having the logging...

Research-Based Hunting and Land Management Strategy with Dr. Will Gulsby

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever been skeptical of scientific research or wondered how applicable is this really? Well, this podcast will leave the doubt to itself at ...

Food Plot Planning and Strategy for Fall Plantings

27 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During this podcast, we cover the exciting discussions revolving around our fall food plot strategies. We have several new plots to discuss how they w...

Cutting Trees to Improve the Forest and Wildlife

27 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered how by cutting and removing trees that you actually improve the overall forest? Well, you're about to find out during this podc...

Habitat Management Q & A

20 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We looked to our followers for this podcast! After a recent podcast post asking for viewer questions, we are here to answer! Our overall goal for the ...

Hunting Property Breakdown - Southern Style

20 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this podcast, we take it down to the south where I am joined by host Frank Loncharich. We breakdown some of the key property features from a recent...

30 Years To Nowhere

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a frustrated recreational landowner? Have you been owning land for years without success or implementing the hunting industry standards withou...

Habitat Management in Northern Climates

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During this weeks podcast we cover our recent findings from states along more northern latitudes and compare to the Southern states. Guess what, we ma...

How to Mentally Prepare for A Property Transformation

06 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This can easily be the largest hurdle for most landowners to overcome. How to do prepare best for a complete 180-degree change of a hunting property? ...

Leaving a Legacy With Your Recreational Property

06 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this podcast, we show you a visual change to a Land & Legacy property from 30,000 ft. Will Russell of central Pennsylvania took advantage of a pr...

Summer Isn't As Glorious For Wildlife As You Think

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Although summer may seem to be like you can breeze right through it thinking all is taken care of in the wildlife world. However, that would be short...

Soil Health Series Finale

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During this podcast, we wrap up the final thoughts from the Soil Health series. This podcast has been a long time coming that will take all the fluff ...

This Does Not Equal That Part 2

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this podcast, we get down into the weeds, literally. It's time to clearly define the difference between old fields and abandoned fields. At first ...

Progress on the New Farms

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During this podcast, you will hear from two new landowners who are working diligently to get some habitat work completed. Since closing on the propert...

The Unknown Variables to Growing Bigger Bucks

17 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We've all read articles and seen videos about the ways to grow bigger antlers. Often times the conversation revolves around feeding programs, mineral ...

Evaluating Hunting Property Module with NDA and OnX Maps

17 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we hosted a wonderful event in Northern Missouri with the National Deer Association and OnX Maps. This event we geared to the recreational l...

How Fast Can I Make the Habitat Better?

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Just how fast can I make habitat better? We do our best on this week's podcast to answer that question but be prepared, the answer may surprise you. W...

This Does Not Equal That - Part #1

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new podcast format! We are going for a more visual learning experience, so please follow along closely with the podcast instructions to g...

Turkey Report w/ Mark Drury, Michael Hunsucker, and Shawn Luchtel.

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Where have all the turkeys gone?! It's a common question we've been hearing through much of the United States and it's a very complex answer. We deci...

Buck Beds

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's podcast, we discuss some recent findings on our consultation trips. These times in the field are priceless with countless observations ...

Turkey Talk with Aaron Warbritton of THP

25 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During this podcast, we are joined by Aaron Warbrittion of The Hunting Public. As a fellow passionate turkey hunter Aarons' experiences bring a uniq...

Summer Habitat To-Do List

25 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We are bridging the gap between spring and summer during the growing season, so this week's podcast is devoted to all things summer habitat to-do list...

Wild Turkey Decline - We Are the Problem

18 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During this podcast, we discuss the growing trends of wild turkey hunting, harvest information, decline, hunter participation, and the role everyone p...

Intense Habitat Management on a New Small Acreage Farm

18 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is an exciting time in the life of Land & Legacy. Our families have been blessed to both pursue new land ownership opportunities. This new oppor...

Revealing the Truth Behind the Food Plot Seed Industry

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As we have discussed before there are some great marketing schemes out there floating around the hunting industry, one of these being food plot seed. ...

Soil Health Podcast Series with Ray Archuleta

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ray Archuleta has had a long career in the world of agronomy and promoting healthy soils. Starting out with the NRCS (Natural Resource Conservation S...

Convictions From Lifelong Land Managers

04 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For years we have missed understood the meaning and definition of the term convicitions. We commonly think of the criminal activity surrounding the de...

The Science Behind Turkey Loads with Nate Robinson

04 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's podcast you will hear from our special guest Nate Robinson of Winchester Ammunition. Nate is a dear friend of Land & Legacy and has ...

Wild Turkey Podcast Series - Opening Day Success

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week was the kickoff to Missouri spring turkey season and we couldn't have been more excited. It's a 12 month process of habitat work and planni...

The Forgotten Element of Cover

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During this podcast, Matt and Kyle discuss some of the key elements of creating quality cover. The most forgotten element is structure! Often times y...

Wild Turkey Podcast Series - East Coast Success

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this installment of the Wild Turkey Podcast Series we devote our time to stories of success! During a recent consultation trip to Virginia and Penn...

Managing Land with Limited Resources - Time and Money

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this podcast we approach the subject of limited resources, for some it may be time for others it may be funding to invest in a property. No matter...

Getting The Most Wildlife Benefit from a Pine Plantation

13 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Although this podcast is focused from the SouthEast United States, we expound on the necessity of woody structure in your habitat for encourage daylig...

Wild Turkey Podcast Series - Gear Dump

13 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We extend the Wild Turkey Podcast series this week to complete a pre-hunt “What’s in your turkey vest Podcast? This podcast reviews the diaphragm ...

Wild Turkey Podcast Series - Strut Zone Management

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's podcast, we bring on turkey hunting enthusiast and Land & Legacy Consultant Kyle Hedges to discuss a fun hunting and habitat management...

Soil Health Podcast Series with Caleb Traugh

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this podcast, we have a cross-over guest, both food plotter, farmer, and agricultural consultant Caleb Traugh from Southwest Georgia. This week we ...

Soil Health Series with Ag Consultant Mitt Wardlaw

30 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What do you do when you receive the results from your recent soil test? It's a question we certainly get all the time and we know it's a common probl...

Wild Turkey Podcast Series Habitat Management Implications

30 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After two weeks of deep conversations with two of the top wild turkey researchers we cover the importance of turning research information into well-ma...

Transforming Habitat Is Not Accidental, It's Intentional

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During this podcast we discuss how to yield actual results from your work on the landscape. After a day of prescribed fire, we have many stories to te...

Wild Turkey Podcast Series with Dr. Bret Collier

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During this podcast, Frank sits down with Dr. Bret Collier of LSU to discuss the latest information in wild turkey research. These two are great conve...

Turkey Podcast Series with Dr. Mike Chamberlin

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As we promised, we were going to bring on the expert turkey biologists during our Turkey Management Podcast Series. This guest has been researching an...

Standard Operating Procedure

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During this week's podcast, we catch up and discuss some of our recent finds during our consulting trip. These finds all come back to a central theme ...

Wild Turkey Series - Life History Traits of the Wild Turkey

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this second installment of the Wild Turkey Podcast Series. This week Matt and Frank review the life history traits of the Wild Turkey from nesting...

190" Buck In Timber Country: The Story of Donuts

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the story of a giant buck on our home dirt and how he went from a mediocre 3.5 year old buck to a world class stud. Over the course of time m...

Tips and Tricks For Deer Hunting

02 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this podcast we sit down once again with Kasey Morgan of Drury Outdoors. Kasey has a unique work resume that covers outfitting Ohio to managing pro...

Wild Turkey Series - Habitat and Hunting Part 1

02 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're kicking off another podcast series this week that will carry us into April and it's all devoted to turkeys! Whether it's the latest scientific r...

Prescribed Fire Series - Fire Ignition Techniques

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On the final podcast of the prescribed fire podcast series, Frank and Kyle host as they share their extensive knowledge regarding the usage of prescr...

Are Your Deer Going To Starve This Winter?

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With the recent extremely low temperatures that gripped much of the country, it's only fitting that we discuss the ways you should be reading the heal...

Prescribed Fire Series - Using Fire to Alter Plant Communities

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week of the Prescribed Fire podcast series, we get down to the nitty-gritty of prescribed fire. Often times prescribed fire is thought of a as...

Increasing Turkey and Bobwhites in the Southeast

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's podcast Frank and Matt discuss a new farm setup in Mississippi. This farm has lofty goals that will take a precise plan to accomplish. ...

Prescribed Fire Series - How To Burn in the Timber

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During this week's podcast, we continue with our Prescribed Fire Series. Last week we covered all of the tools you will need to get started burning, s...

We Bought a Farm! Expanding the Family Farm

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dreaming of buying ground is a very popular dream for almost anyone who enjoys hunting, but if you're like Adam and his brother Chad the dream consist...

Land & Legacy Workshop Announcement

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We are rolling out a new learning opportunity for 2021. Welcome to the Land & Legacy Workshop series, coming to a region near you! For 2021 we are o...

Prescribed Fire Series - How To Get Started Burning

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new podcast series. Over the next few weeks, we will be discussing all things prescribed fire. This week, we cover the tools needed to ge...

So, You Want to Become a Wildlife Manager?

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This podcast is devoted to those wanting to work in the field of wildlife or land management. We often get emails, messages, or phone calls from folks...

10 Reasons Why Edge-Feathering is Necessary

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to a new Land & Legacy podcast! We are discussing and wrapping up the month of January by reviewing one of the more trendy habitat tech...

Understanding Vegetation Podcast Series - Trees

19 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today's podcast we wrap up the last part of the Understanding Vegetation Podcast Series. We dive super deep into all things Trees. Often times, tre...

Late Season Archery Bow Kill from A Saddle

19 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Chainsaw Chad went down to the wire with a late-season bow kill by deploying some unique strategy. This buck was on the radar all season, but once the...

Stihl Before Steel

12 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As many hunting seasons are coming to a close around the country, landowners have the options of what they will focus on next. Often times, we see fol...

Understanding Vegetation Podcast Series - Shrubs

12 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After following up the podcast form last week, where we discussed in full detail the value of forbs on the landscape, we climbed the vegetation ladde...

Finding the Quail - Hunting Public Land

05 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you're in search of quail on public land you know that sometimes they can be very hard to find! During this podcast Kyle and Frank discuss tips and...

Understanding Vegetation Podcast Series - Forbs

05 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's installment of the Understanding Vegetation Podcast series we discuss Forbs. Yes, that is right, we nerd out about broadleaf plants for...

Understanding Vegetation Podcast Series - Grasses

29 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the Vegetation Podcast Series with Land & Legacy. This podcast series will give you the leg up on all other land managers by learning ...

Building a Hunting Property off Restricted Access

29 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On the second podcast this week, we review a recent consultation from eastern Missouri along the river breaks of the Mississippi River. This 100-acre ...

Understanding Vegetation Types 101

22 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

For years now we have done podcasts on various subjects touching every category included in land management practices. But we continue to learn how pe...

Hunting Improvement Techniques Vs. Habitat Management Practices

22 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With everyone sharpening chainsaws and preparing to get some work completed, we wanted to take a moment to discuss what is impactful and what is not. ...

Hit the Reset Button on Your Property Goals

16 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready for a rocking podcast to set the tone for the coming New Year. Have you struggled with seeing results or accomplishing tasks on your propert...

Christmas List for the Land Manager 2020

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Merry Christmas from the Land & Legacy team. We want to provide you with a long list of Christmas gift ideas for the land manager. So, share this with...

Knock The Dust Off the Chainsaws

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to another Land & Legacy podcast! We are getting back into the swing of things with the habitat talks. The majority of rut hunting is ove...

Pennsylvania Deer Management and Habitat Management

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to the hunting heritage in the state of Pennsylvania the roots run deep. Hunters flock to the woods during the firearms season in number...

Hunting the Rut Success - Bedding Areas

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Land management can take years to show improvement right? Wrong! Land & Legacy client Louie Zinn had a season to remember this fall. Adam worked wit...

What's the Difference between Bedding Areas and Sanctuaries?

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Time to set the record straight on terminology. Some of the most common phrases in the world of wildlife often get used incorrectly and then rarely im...

Two Cruising Bucks Hit the Dirt

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

During this episode, we review the first few days of Missouri Firearms season. To say it went off with a bang would be an understatement. Matt was for...

Harvesting a Buck with a Huge Home Range

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If the week couldn't get any better, the same morning that Michael Schupbach (brother-in-law) killed, Adam Keith also tagged out on a fine Missouri 8-...

Welcoming the "Orange Army"

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

During this podcast, we speak on the tradition and heritage of firearms season. In addition, we discuss our own personal outings to the woods during t...

A Giant 200" Buck Taken in Illinois with Ryan Kirby

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

During this podcast, we catch up with Land & Legacy's client, Ryan Kirby to discuss his recent hunting success. Ryan recently made his annual voyage b...

How to Prepare for the Lockdown Phase with Greg Glesinger

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

During this episode, we sing the warmer weather blues with Greg Glesinger and provide you with some hot tips for getting in front of mature bucks desp...

Bucks in Range and Arrows Launched

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Following up last week's podcast when we dove deep into habitat and whitetail deer movements during the rut. This week, we review a bow hunt that eve...

Your Trail Cameras Have Been Lying

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a bold statement, but it’s true, especially during this time of the year. The pre-rut is a great time to get some fascinating deer behavior ...

Habitat Designed for the Pre-Rut

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this weeks podcast, we discuss the necessary habitat and security cover requires to attract, hold, and hunt mature bucks during the pre-rut stage. ...

Step by Step Pre-Rut Hunting Guide

27 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Guess what, it's about that time! The buck activity is ramping up all across the mid-west as we record this podcast. What a great time to be a bowhu...

The Secrets from a Game Rich Consulting Trip

27 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Recently, Kyle, Frank, and Matt headed south to central Florida to work on a new farm. The property owners were looking to improve the overall functio...

The Story of Missouri Buck Harvested Over Acorns with Seth Harker

20 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's podcast we have returning guest Seth Harker to discuss his recent harvest of a mature buck over acorns. This is usually a very tall fea...