Star City Outdoors

This month Jeff and talk with Virginia DWR Game Bird Biologist Mike Dye. Mike talks about the turkey population in different regions of Virginia, how we can help improve turkey numbers, and what to expect this spring season. We also get the opportunity to have a discussion about the declining grouse population in the state and what can be done to help stop that decline.  

Jeff and catch up and talk about the awesome whitetail season and what's around the corner for 2026. Jeff and Glen discuss their season successes, traveling, predator season, fishing, food plots, and what the people can expect at Antlerstock 2026. It's a great episode that you don't want to miss!

This month Jeff and Glen talk about what fall has to bring. They discuss the big buck contest, tree stand and saddle safety along, tips for taking great photos of your experience, and tips on how to self-film your hunts. 

This months podcast comes at the perfect time just before the beginning of Virginia's fall hunting seasons kick-off. Jeff and Glen interview Nelson LaFon, Game Biologist, Sgt. Mike Morris CPO, and Tyler Wilson CPO with the Virginia DWR. We cover a range of topics including: what's new in the regulations this season, bear mange, and the impact of CWD in Virginia on regulations. This is a must listen prior to the season.  

In this episode, Jeff and Glen get caught up from the past deer and turkey season. They also share with the audience information about this year's Antlerstock and TSSA Annual 3D Shoot. They encourage listeners to reach out and let them know what topics they have interest in. 

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. 

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.   

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. 

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. 

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.