Star City Outdoors

Hunters for the Hungry, Providing for Virginia

Jeff and Glen interview Gary Arrington, Executive Director for Hunters for the Hungry (Virginia). Gary shares the inspiring history and how this non-profit works with food banks across Virginia. Learn how one deer can provide up to 160 meals and how H4H has provided millions of servings to those in need across Virginia. You can help make a true difference through monetary donations, attending events, donating your deer, or participating as a processor. Take a listen. 

Mobile Hunting and Saddle Hunting Basics

This month Jeff and I learn more about the mobile hunting craze and the use of saddles to intercept that target deer. Our guests, Timber Ninja Outdoors, provide us with the insight on being mobile so that you can be where the deer want to be. They also talk about the tools and basics of saddle hunting.   

E-Bike Basics and their use in the Outdoors

This month Jeff and Glen talk with the COO of Fission Cycles, Joseph Overbaugh. Joseph discusses the basics of E-bikes (electric bikes) along with some advantages and disadvantages. Joseph also explained the differences you will find in E-bikes across the industry to help you make a more informed decision. We also learned more about Fission Cycles and their E-bike line up. Fission Cycles is located near Parkersburg, WVa and make high quality E-bikes. 

Bow Fishing Basics to Tournaments

This month Jeff and I interview Brian White, Captain of Team Flatline. Team Flatline is competitive bow fishing team that competes throughout the Eastern half of the United States. Brian live in Buchanan, Virginia right near the James River. He shares with us the basics of bow fishing, including equipment, license requirements, target species, and what its like to be out there in tournament mode. 

Drone Technology for Deer Recovery and Much More

This month Jeff and I have a conversation with Jut Updyke, owner of Captured Media, and uncover the use of drone technology and much more.  Jut explains the advantages, disadvantages, and dispels some myths about the use of drones in deer recovery. Jut also talks about some the expanded use of drone technology for herd analysis, spraying, and land management. 

Potts Creek Outfitters: Your Virginia/West Virginia Premiere Destination

October is the opening month for bow season in Virginia and this months special guest is Cody Murphy who is the Manager of Potts Cree Outfitters. Potts Creek Outfitters is well known for being a premiere destination for outdoor enthusiast because they offer not only whitetail hunting (archery only), but also spring gobbler hunting, along with fly fishing for trout. Potts Creek manages almost 4000 acres that includes both Virginia and West Virginia which provides a unique opportunity for hunters. Cody talks about the habitat, style of hunting, and the unique opportunities and custom packages they can offer in their "little slice of Heaven."  

Virginia’s Wildlife Management Areas, Your Access to all Things Outdoors

Lisa Ghidotti, a volunteer and pioneer with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, shares her experiences and opportunities at Virginia's 48 Wildlife Management Areas. Learn about the vast options you have across the state for hunting, fishing, boating, hiking, bird watching and many other activities. Additionally, Lisa announces the release of a new app by the DWR called "Explore the Wild" which will give users the ability to put their zip code in and their desired activity and it will populate with all the public lands available for those activities in your area. 

All Things Grilling with Traeger Grills

This month we talk grilling with Traeger Grills Regional Representative Matt Volk. Matt covers all you need to know about the full Traeger line-up from camping models to the top of the line. They have also added a flat top to their line-up for you flat top fans.  Learn how they make grilling easy and provide easy cooking recommendations on their products and online at Traeger.com

Spring Bass and Striper Action on Smith Mountain Lake

This month our guest is Captain Chad Green with Last Cast Guide Service on Smith Mountain Lake Virginia. Chad has been fishing SML for a quarter century and has captured all the small details you need to know to be successful whether your just out having fun or fishing a big tournament. Captain Green shares the details that will help our  listeners whether your going after large mouth, small mouth or stripers. 

”Talkin Turkey” with World Champion Caller Mitchell Johnston

This month Jeff and Glen talk turkey with World Champion Turkey Caller Mitchell Johnston and owner of Dead End Game Calls. Mitchell provides his expertise on locating gobblers, decoy set-ups, call selection and of course calling tactics. Your not gonna want to miss a moment of this one.