If you’ve ever hit that point in the season where you feel stuck—like the woods went quiet, the weather won’t cooperate, and your free time evaporated—this episode is for you. Chad Sylvester and I sit down and unpack everything from post-rut recovery to why late season success has far more to do with mindset and time management than perfect conditions. We get into the trap of comparing your season to anyone else’s, how to qualify your own process so you're actually improving, and what it looks like to reset and find opportunity when the plan starts to unravel. If you’re trying to figure out how to make the most of what’s left of the season—or how to learn from it—this is the kind of conversation that brings you back to center.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 470
Late-season hunting demands adaptability, strategic thinking, and realistic expectations.
Feeling “stuck” is common in the deer woods, and shifting your perspective can open new opportunities.
Time management and planning hunts around the best weather windows greatly improve success.
Every hunt—successful or not—should be treated as an intel-gathering mission for future decisions.
Comparison to other hunters derails progress; the real work happens in qualifying your own process.
Regularly evaluating and adjusting your strategy is essential for long-term growth.
Hunting is a slow burn—patience, mindset, and continuous learning matter more than short-term results.
SHOW NOTES AND LINKS:
—Truth From The Stand Merch
—Check out Tactacam Reveal cell cameras
— Save 15% on Hawke Optics code TFTS15
—Save 20% on ASIO GEAR code TRUTH20
—Check out Spartan Forge to map your hunt
—Save on Lathrop And Sons non-typical insoles code TRUTH10
—Check out Faceoff E-Bikes
—Waypoint TV
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EP. 469: Authenticity In Hunting | Tony Peterson
Today’s episode is one of those conversations that feels more like sitting around a tailgate after a long hunt than recording a podcast. Tony and I get into all the stuff most folks don’t ever say out loud—the weird mix of privilege and pressure in modern hunting, what ‘authenticity’ even means anymore when everything online looks perfect, and how easy it is to forget what actually matters in this whole deal. We swap some stories about blown opportunities, the headaches of losing access and trying to scratch out a hunt on public, and the kind of hunts that shape you—especially the ones where nothing comes easy. We get into family hunts, the pull of different landscapes, and what it looks like to reevaluate your goals after a few seasons that didn’t go the way you planned. It’s raw, honest, and exactly the kind of conversation I think hunting needs more of.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 469
Authenticity matters more than ever in a digital world full of curated hunting content.
Access—both private and public—shapes nearly every part of a hunter’s experience and opportunity.
Missed chances and lost hunting ground take an emotional toll, but they’re also part of what makes the journey meaningful.
Financial privilege and trophy-driven expectations can distort what real hunting success looks like.
Family hunts and genuine time outdoors provide the fulfillment that social media can’t replicate.
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SHOW NOTES AND LINKS:
—Truth From The Stand Merch
—Check out Tactacam Reveal cell cameras
— Save 15% on Hawke Optics code TFTS15
—Save 20% on ASIO GEAR code TRUTH20
—Check out Spartan Forge to map your hunt
—Save on Lathrop And Sons non-typical insoles code TRUTH10
—Check out Faceoff E-Bikes
—Waypoint TV
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EP. 468: Everyday Carry Hunting Gear
In this one, we’re talking gear. Not a gear breakdown that’s chalked full of “here’s the free gear I received that I’m obligated to tell you about”…there are plenty of people who do those. I’m going to focus on …you know…things I actually use. With a heavy focus on stuff I keep in my truck as everyday carry for hunting season or just general preparedness. Lots of deals for the holiday season, so I figured I may be using something you could benefit from, and you may be able to find a deal on some of these items this time of year!
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 468
Truck prep for the bug out hunt and everyday carry
Power and water scarcity - not just for hunting
Boots and socks
Key apparel pieces If I had to pick my go to pieces
SHOW NOTES AND LINKS:
—Truth From The Stand Merch
—Check out Tactacam Reveal cell cameras
— Save 15% on Hawke Optics code TFTS15
—Save 20% on ASIO GEAR code TRUTH20
—Check out Spartan Forge to map your hunt
—Save on Lathrop And Sons non-typical insoles code TRUTH10
—Check out Faceoff E-Bikes
—Waypoint TV
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EP. 467: Five Yards From Success | The Hunt That Tested Everything
In this one, I walk you through a hunt that didn’t go the way I drew it up on the map. I lost access to ground overnight, the weather shut deer movement down, and I spent most of the trip bouncing around trying to find doe groups and make something happen with a longbow. It was frustrating, humbling, and honestly exactly the kind of hunt that teaches you more than a filled tag ever will. If you’ve had a season where nothing comes easy, this episode will probably hit close to home.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 467
Losing access to ground mid-trip can derail a hunt fast and forces you to rethink your entire plan.
Weather swings can shut deer movement down, making it critical to adapt and stay mobile.
Hunting pressure and limited access can shrink your options and demand better decision-making.
Longbow hunting magnifies every mistake—five yards or a split-second can make or break an encounter.
Every hunt—successful or not—adds to your understanding of deer behavior and sharpens your instincts.
SHOW NOTES AND LINKS:
—Truth From The Stand Merch
—Check out Tactacam Reveal cell cameras
— Save 15% on Hawke Optics code TFTS15
—Save 20% on ASIO GEAR code TRUTH20
—Check out Spartan Forge to map your hunt
—Save on Lathrop And Sons non-typical insoles code TRUTH10
—Check out Faceoff E-Bikes
—Waypoint TV
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Captains Log 5| Big Buck Encounters x2
SHOW NOTES AND LINKS:
—Truth From The Stand Merch
—Check out Tactacam Reveal cell cameras
— Save 15% on Hawke Optics code TFTS15
—Save 20% on ASIO GEAR code TRUTH20
—Check out Spartan Forge to map your hunt
—Save on Lathrop And Sons non-typical insoles code TRUTH10
—Check out Faceoff E-Bikes
—Waypoint TV
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