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01:39:33

Joe Holland: Lived It (Part 2) | MOE Podcast #94

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2026/04/07

Part 2 of our conversation with Joe Holland is live.In this episode, we continue talking through the life experiences, hard seasons, and Maine roots that shaped the man behind Joe Holland Fishing.It's more than hunting, fishing and trapping. It’s about experience, values, and a life lived outdoors.Check out Joe’s channel: @JoeHollandFishinghttps://www.youtube.com/@JoeHollandFishingBig thanks to Joe for joining us. We had a blast!Enjoy!#JoeHolland #JoeHollandFishing #Outdoors #Maine #Podcast

01:11:32

Joe Holland: A Life Outdoors | MOE Podcast #93

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2026/04/01

Joe Holland has lived a life worth talking about.In this part of the conversation, we get to know Joe Holland the person. His background, his time as a pro bass fisherman, his life in the North Maine Woods, and the experiences that helped shape the man he is today.This episode is about more than what is caught, harvested or recorded. It’s about Maine, hard living, humility, tradition, and what a life outdoors can teach a person over time.If you know Joe from his YouTube channel @JoeHollandFishing

00:55:15

The Numbers Are In | What Maine’s 2025 Deer Harvest...

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2026/03/24

The official numbers by township are in for Maine’s 2025 deer season, and in this episode we break down what stands out from the harvest report, what the data seems to suggest, and what it does not necessarily prove. A big statewide number can tell an important story, but it can also hide a lot of regional differences.We talk about where the strongest harvest appears to be coming from, how deer opportunity and regulation may have played a role, and why one big year should not automatically turn into

01:00:33

Ice-Out Trolling with Tandem Streamers: A Maine...

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2026/03/17

Every spring in Maine there’s a short window when the ice finally disappears and landlocked salmon and brook trout can be had near the surface of Maine's big lakes. For generations, anglers have taken advantage of that moment by slowly trolling classic streamer patterns across cold, dark water.One of the most common methods is the tandem streamer, which is a traditional fly tied with two hooks. In this episode, we talk about the history of ice-out trolling in Maine, how tandem streamers work,

00:51:56

When Did Hunting and Fishing Gear Get So Complicated?...

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2026/03/10

There was a time when choosing hunting or fishing gear was pretty simple. A good rifle, a dependable scope, a fly rod that felt right in your hand and that was about it.Today it feels different.Endless options, endless features, and gear that seems to get more complicated every year. From rifle scopes with exposed turrets and dozens of reticle options to fly rods, reels, and lines designed for every specific situation, it’s easy to feel like the industry has gone a little overboard.So when did it

01:22:20

The Depot Lake Hunt Club | Preserving a Canadian...

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2026/03/03

For many of us, hunting camp is more than a place, it’s a tradition.In this episode, we sit down with Rob and Darryl Wiggins, members of The Depot Lake Hunt Club in Ontario, Canada, to talk about what it takes to preserve a hunting camp in the modern era. From multi-generational membership to changing regulations and the realities of today’s outdoor culture, this conversation explores what keeps a camp alive long after its founding. What does stewardship and responsibility look like in 2026 and why

00:55:29

When Play Built Outdoorsmen | Podcast #88

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2026/02/24

When we were kids, we thought it was just play. Fishing a small brook after school or wandering through the woods without a plan...always with a BB gun in hand. Looking back, those moments weren’t without purpose. They were building outdoor skills: shooting, instinct, reading the woods and waters.Long before we called ourselves hunters or fishermen, we were learning. Learning without realizing it.In this episode, We reflect on how unstructured, unsupervised childhood play in the outdoors shaped the

00:56:33

Seasons Change...So Does Life | MOE Podcast #87

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2026/02/17

When hunting season ends, it can feel like something closes. Our routine and rhythm change and winter can feel like a drag. However, the outdoors never really stops…it just changes.In this episode, we talk about the natural shift from the woods to the water, from rifle to rod, and how the seasonal changes often mirror the personal changes happening in our own lives. Fishing, like hunting, isn’t just about catching fish, it’s restorative and a connection to something real.The Maine outdoors has a way

01:05:50

The Last True Woodsmen

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2026/02/11

Today, we sit down with men who lived the Maine woods in a different era...a time when the woods were remote, gear was simple, and skill mattered more than anything.We discuss their early trips to camp, the years they served during Vietnam, how the woods have changed, and the personal stories (both humorous and hard) that shaped who they became. This podcast is really about identity and a way of life that is quietly disappearing.They are lived experiences from a generation that learned the outdoors

00:48:10

Modern Gear vs Traditional Gear: Is there Really a...

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2026/01/26

Modern gear has never been better but does that automatically make us better outdoorsmen?This episode was inspired by a recent experiment that tested 100-year-old Everest gear against modern high-altitude equipment. The results were surprising, and they raise a bigger question that applies just as much to the Maine woods and waters: Is the real difference between traditional and modern gear about performance or about understanding?This isn’t an argument against technology. It’s a conversation about

00:43:57

What Maine’s Outdoor Law Debates Say About Our Future...

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2026/01/20

Several outdoor law changes are being discussed in Augusta. Taken together, they raise a bigger question about the future of hunting and fishing in Maine.In this episode of Maine Outdoor Enthusiast, we take a look at some of the proposals currently on the table, including:• A potential extension of muzzleloader season in northern Maine• Ongoing debates around fly-fishing-only waters• A proposed constitutional amendment recognizing the right to hunt and fish• Why Maine remains one of the only states

00:49:23

Why Chasing Success is Ruining YOUR Hunting Season |...

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2026/01/13

What if the way you define success is what’s quietly ruining your hunting season?In this episode, we talk honestly about how modern hunting culture (numbers, comparisons, pressure, and highlight reels) can pull us away from what made hunting meaningful in the first place. This isn’t an argument against success. It’s a conversation about how obsession with success can steal the joy, the patience, and the lessons the woods are trying to teach us.Especially here in Maine, where seasons are short and

01:03:16

Why Your 2026 Deer Season Starts NOW | MOE Podcast #82

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2026/01/06

Deer season may be over, but the work that leads to next year’s success starts right now. In this episode, we break down why the offseason is one of the most important...and overlooked parts of becoming a better hunter.From the mental reset after a long season to gear evaluation, and physical preparation, this episode is all about laying the foundation for future success. Whether you filled a tag or not, the offseason is where lessons turn into results.We also talk about goals, content ideas, and

00:41:41

Deer Tracks To Stockings: Season Reflections And...

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2025/12/16

Maine 2025 deer season has come to a close and Christmas is right around the corner. In this episode, we take time to reflect on the past deer season...the lessons learned, the moments that stuck with us, and what the woods always teach when the season ends. We also talk the transition to Christmas and throw out some last-minute gift ideas for outdoorsmen.From quiet mornings in the timber to the scramble of holiday shopping, this episode blends end-of-season reflection with practical Christmas gift

00:46:22

Maine's BEST Deer Season To Date: 2025 Deer Season...

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2025/12/09

For northern Maine, the 2025 deer season has come to an end...and what a year it has been! The deer harvest in Maine is well over 50,000 harvested in the state with still a week left to the season in some southern areas. Not to mention, my father-in-law got it done on the last day of his season during black powder week. The deer had an impressive body despite having a smaller rack than one would expect. No complaints this season! We saw lots of deer, had lots of action and filled the freezers. Well,

01:06:04

Big Bucks Are On The Move: Hunting Peak Rut In Maine...

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2025/12/01

Maine’s 2025 deer season week 3 brought the action we’d been waiting for. With November 15th marking what many consider peak rut, big bucks were finally on their feet...and we had tracking snow all week long! It doesn’t get any better for deer trackers.We spent the first half of the week at the tent chasing bucks, then wrapped up at Chandler Lake Camps, where I punched my tag on the very last day. It was a week filled with everything a deer hunter dreams of... hard miles, unpredictable moments, raw

00:47:31

Maine Deer Season 2025 Week 2 | MOE Podcast #78

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2025/11/17

Week 2 of the 2025 Maine deer season is here, and things are heating up fast. In this episode, we talk about our latest hunts, the patterns we’re seeing, and why this week has us more fired up than ever. From fresh rubs and active scrapes popping up in all the right places, the woods are giving us every sign that big bucks are close.Oh, and we talk tracking snow! Yes we've had some and more is on the way. This is what we wait all year for!Enjoy!#deerhunting #mainehunting #deerseason Check us out

00:43:08

Maine Deer Season 2025 Week 1 Review | MOE Podcast #77

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2025/11/10

Week 1 of Maine’s deer season brought a moment we’ll never forget. Success came full circle. The first week in the big woods, we connected on a buck in the exact same spot where my father tagged his very first 200+ lb buck back in 1988. It’s one of those rare hunting stories that ties generations together. It's a great reminder why we chase these moments year after year.Enjoy!#mainedeerhunting #deercamp #deerhunting Check us out on the web

00:42:28

Maine Deer Season 2025 Opener: It Was A Busy Day! |...

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2025/11/04

The Maine deer season has finally arrived. In this episode, we take you deep into the North Woods for opening day...the crisp air, the stillness of fall, and the anticipation only hunters understand.Join us as we relive the first day of deer season and share some other hunters success stories.It's more than just a hunt. It’s a look at tradition, patience, and the connection between hunter and wilderness on the first day that starts it all. Enjoy!#deerhunting #deerseasonopener #firstday Check us

00:54:37

2025 Maine Deer Season Strategy | Expect The Unexpected

Maine Outdoor Enthusiast ·

2025/10/28

Our 2025 Maine deer season strategy: Set goals and adapt when the woods, weather, and deer have other plans.With just a few days before the opening of Maine's 2025 rifle season, we discuss our game plan (or the lack thereof 😂 ) and what to do when the woods throw you a curveball. From unpredictable weather and shifting deer movement to gear failures and inaccessible land...it's always good to have a backup plan (or a backup-backup plan) to keep the hunt alive when nothing goes as planned

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