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Tracks & Tackle: Nature is our Playground

Mentzer Outdoors

Welcome to the Tracks & Tackle Podcast! 🎙️Hosted by Ron Mentzer and Kris Buchman, the Tracks & Tackle Podcast brings you conversations from the guys at Mentzer Outdoors and 3B Outdoor Club. We’re a community of passionate outdoorsmen who love sharing stories, strategies, and the traditions that make hunting, fishing, and exploring the wild so special.From whitetail deer and duck hunting to chasing turkey and fishing alike, we celebrate the great outdoors and everything that comes with it

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Ep 112: Inside the Minds of Young Archery Champions

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2026/04/07

Send us Fan Mail Ron and Josh sit down with Buck Mentzer, Kara Mentzer, and Erica Mentzer for a heartfelt family conversation about their shared love of archery. Joined at the end by Mason Mentzer, this episode dives deep into what drives the Mentzer family in the sport—from youth competition and coaching to podium finishes and big dreams. We talk about: - The passion that keeps Buck shooting and coaching the Dillsburg Archers S3DA youth team - Erica’s impressive podium finishes in her age b...

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EP 111: Spring is Around the Corner – Ron & Kris...

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2026/03/31

Send us Fan Mail Spring is knocking on the door in Pennsylvania, and Ron Mentzer & Kris Buchman are feeling the excitement! In this laid-back, freestyle conversation, we talk about the weather finally warming up, longer days, green-up in the woods, and getting ready for the transition from late winter to spring turkey, early fishing, and pre-season scouting. Nature is our Playground, and it's time to shake off the cabin fever! We also give big shoutouts and promotions to some awesome mem...

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EP 110: Slaying Dragons from the wheelchair - Derek...

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2026/03/24

Send us Fan Mail Ron & Kris sit down this week with Derek Demun, the inspiring T8 paraplegic outdoorsman and host of the T8 Outdoors Podcast (@t8_outdoorsman). After a devastating construction accident at age 21 left him paralyzed from the chest down (T8 level), Derek refused to let limits define him. Instead, he turned his story into a mission: proving that adventure, hunting, fishing, 3D archery, and life itself have no boundaries when fueled by grit, perseverance, and deep faith in God...

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Ep 109 Owen Hutchinson Custom Turkey Mouth Calls,...

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2026/03/17

Send a text Join hosts Ron Mentzer and Justin Barrick as we sit down with Owen Hutchinson, a passionate Pennsylvania turkey hunter and craftsman behind Triple Beard Custom Calls. Owen makes his own high-quality mouth calls (like his signature bat wing designs) and recently competed in the NWTF Grand National Turkey Calling Championships at the national convention—delivering a strong top-tier finish! We dive deep into his love for turkey hunting, the art of custom call making, adva...

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Episode 108: Goat Rodeo Archery and Building a...

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2026/03/10

Send a text In this episode, Ron Mentzer introduces Chad Bowser and Chris Martin from Goat Rodeo Archery, discussing their mission to build a stronger archery community through fun and challenging events. They explore the concept of the Goat Rodeo, emphasizing accessibility, camaraderie, and ethical hunting practices. The conversation highlights the importance of mentorship, storytelling, and shared experiences in fostering connections among archers. Listeners are encouraged to participate in...

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EP 107 Roundtable Campfire Chat: Tracks & Tackle...

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2026/03/03

Send a text Pull up a chair by the virtual fire pit! In this laid-back roundtable episode of Tracks & Tackle Podcast, Ron Mentzer and Kris Buchman hang out with three core members of the Tracks & Tackle Collaborative: Lee Bolner (@lee_3boutdoors from 3B Outdoors), Dan Sauble (@masondixonadventures), and Brian Kritzer (@brian.kritzer). No script, no pressure—just good old guy talk about the things we care about most: In this engaging round table discussion, the guys share persona...

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Ep 106 Stack N Waterfowl Epic Arkansas Duck & Goose...

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2026/02/11

Send a text Heading south to the heart of the Mississippi Flyway! We sit down with Wyatt Fox from Stack N Waterfowl (@stackn_waterfowl), based in Scranton, Arkansas. Wyatt lives for those epic stacks—flooded timber mallards, rice field honkers, snow geese, and big limits in the Natural State. With his motto "A bad day in the woods beats any day at work" and "Feet down beat down," he shares raw hunt recaps, dog work, and the pure thrill of Arkansas water-fowling through stunning photography an...

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EP 105 Keystone State Deep Dive: Exploring the...

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2026/02/05

Send us a text In this episode of the Tracks and Tackle podcast, hosts Ron Mentzer & Kris Buchman welcome Mitchell Shirk, the host of the Pennsylvania Woodsman podcast. They discuss Mitchell's journey into podcasting, his background in hunting, and the importance of community and mentorship in the outdoor world. The conversation covers various hunting strategies, including whitetail and bear hunting, as well as tips for managing food plots. Mitchell shares memorable experiences with guest...

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Ep 104: Around the Campfire: Hunting Stories and...

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2026/01/23

Send us a text In this episode of Tracks and Tackle, hosts Ron Mentzer and Kris Buchman lead a lively roundtable discussion with guests Josh Buchman from @TheCookBuch and Jere Preston from the @FINALSTANDHUNT crew. The conversation kicks off with light banter about the cold weather and quickly transitions into sharing personal hunting tips and experiences. Each participant reflects on valuable lessons learned from mentors, emphasizing the importance of patience, scen...

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Ep.103: Pennsylvania Outdoorsman Brian Kritzer

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2026/01/14

Send us a text In this episode of the Tracks and Tackle Podcast, host Ron Mentzer and co-hosts Kris and Josh Buchman welcome Brian Kritzer, a passionate outdoorsman from Pennsylvania. The conversation explores Brian's journey in hunting and fishing, the importance of traditions in outdoor activities, and his connection with the @youngandwildoutdoors community. They discuss strategies for hunting on public and private lands, the camaraderie found in the hunting community,...

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EP 102: Mason Dixon Adventures: A Journey Begins

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2026/01/07

Send us a text In this engaging conversation, Ron Mentzer and Kris 3B welcome Dan Sauble from Mason Dixon Adventures to share his journey into bow hunting. Dan recounts his initial reluctance to hunt, his eventual passion for bow hunting, and the thrill of close encounters with deer. The discussion highlights the importance of community in hunting, the physical fitness required for successful hunts, and the memorable stories that come from these experiences. Dan emphasizes the joy of teaching...

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The Yackers: How a Fishing Crew Became Pennsylvania...

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2025/12/25

Send us a text When life gets busy and friends drift apart, the outdoors has a way of bringing people back together. In this episode, Chase Morris from The Yackers shares how a COVID-era fishing group grew into a tight-knit Pennsylvania hunting and fishing crew. From college schedules and post-grad reunions in the woods to an unforgettable opening morning where a buck, a doe, and a bear were tagged in just 45 minutes, Chase explains why the outdoors is the glue that keeps people connected. Su...

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Episode 100: From a $15 Mic to a Multi-State Hunting...

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2025/12/18

Send us a text Episode 100 of Tracks & Tackle celebrates the journey from Ron’s poolside brainstorm with a $15 mic in June 2023 to a multi-state hunting collaborative with listeners across every continent except Antarctica, starting with a corny first episode featuring a nephew as his co-host, pushing through torrential downpour truck recordings and front-porch duck-call conversations, bringing in Kris through Camo Space after recognizing the same blue-collar deer-camp roots, then adding ...

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Pennsylvania & Maryland Rifle Opener: We All Doubled...

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2025/12/10

Send us a text Pennsylvania and Maryland rifle season exploded into action as the Tracks & Tackle crew turned opening weekend into a family legend, Ron and Kris doubled up at dawn, Easton dropped his first buck with seconds of shooting light left, and 11-year-old Peyton tagged a doe with veteran-level calm. From frozen 24-degree mornings and stuck bolts to hot-chocolate hacks, baiting advantages, uphill heart-shot miracles, and three-generation hunting knives, this episode is packed with ...

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Ep 98 Giant Whitetails Down! Justin's Target Buck +...

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2025/12/09

Send us a text TONIGHT on Tracks & Tackle! Ron sits down with two absolute killers: 🦌 Justin Barrick finally arrows the GIANT whitetail he’s been chasing all years– trail-cam history, close calls, and the shot that sealed the deal. Full breakdown + pics/video coming! 🪶 Cody Griffith (Triple B Outdoors) is on an unreal hot streak – limits of geese, doves flying, and bucks hitting the ground. Hear the play-by-play on his banner 2025 season. If you love big-buck stories and non-stop action,

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EP 97 Hunt Camp Tales: Josh Buchman & Lee Bolner...

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2025/11/25

Send us a text Join Ron and Kris on Tracks & Tackle as they welcome guests Josh Buchman and Lee Bolner for a rowdy roundup of hunt camp stories straight from the heart of this year's hunting season. From close calls and epic harvests to hilarious mishaps in the blind, these seasoned hunters dish on the laughs, lessons, and unforgettable moments that make the outdoors legendary. Grab your coffee (or something stronger) and settle in for pure campfire vibes! Support the show Merchandise Yo...

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Episode 96 : Season Reset with Ron & Kris | October...

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2025/11/18

Send us a text In this episode, Ron and Kris sit down to catch up on the season so far — sharing camp stories, near misses, and a few moments that remind us why we love being in the woods. From early season hunts to lessons learned along the way, it’s a raw and honest reset as we gear up for what’s next in this year’s adventure. Pull up a chair, grab a cup of coffee, and join the Tracks & Tackle crew for another real conversation about hunting, family, and the outdoor life we live for. S...

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Tracks and Tackle Episode 95 Buck Mentzer S3DA Youth...

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2025/11/11

Send us a text This Week on Tracks and Tackle... we caught up with Buck Mentzer, one of the most passionate voices around when it comes to youth archery. Buck's been coaching with S3DA (Scholastic 3-D Archery) and shared some amazing stories from the past season — and what’s ahead for young archers in our area. If you've got a young one who's curious about archery, or you're just wondering how to get them started in something that builds confidence, focus, and responsibility, this episode’s ...

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EP 94: Back with Ted, from Off the Hook Outdoors

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2025/10/21

Send us a text This week on the Tracks & Tackle Podcast, we welcome back Ted Polanowski, host of Off the Hook Outdoors! We’ll showcase his channel and dive into hunting stories from both Ohio and Pennsylvania—sharing laughs, lessons, and the unique experiences of whitetail, turkey, and outdoor adventures in our neighboring states. As part of the Tracks & Tackle Collaborative, this conversation celebrates the hunting family, content creators, and the passion that unites outdoorsmen ac...

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EP 93 Every Hunt Has a Story: Crossover with Average...

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2025/10/14

Send us a text Join us for an epic crossover on Tracks & Tackle Podcast with Johnny, Chris, and Mike from Average Joe's Hunting Podcast! Fresh off hosting Ron Mentzer and Kris Buchman, these guys bring their passion for real, everyday hunters’ stories—no celebrity egos here. We dive into unforgettable hunting and fishing tales, share tips for the average joe, and celebrate the authentic vibe of both shows. Tune in for laughs, lessons, and a nod to the hunting life! #HuntingStories #Averag...

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