In this episode of MeatEater Roasts, Sarah Delany and Callum Dickerson compete in a wild game cooking showdown like no other. Judged and critiqued by Jarrett Wrisley and Cory Calkins, the competitors must whip up their best version of Chicken-fried or Country-fried elk steak. Presented by Kingsford

In this episode of MeatEater Roasts, Montana State Bobcat offensive linemen, Everett Carr and Tommy Nilson, compete in a wild game cooking showdown. These guys are good at keeping their cool under high pressure football situations. But can they handle the pressure and snobby palates of judges...

Clay and Bear Newcomb hunt black bears along the coast of southeast Alaska with friend, David Benitz. Using David’s boat, The Sandpiper, as their floating base camp, Clay and Bear stalk numerous giant Alaska bears with bow and rifle. Presented by Moultrie and OnX Maps

In this episode of Roasts, Josh Spielmaker and Kaleelah Mangum battle it out in the kitchen to find out who can prepare the best wild game meatloaf. Along the way, Doug Duren and Chris Gill critique and roast from the judge’s table. Presented by Kingsford.

In this episode of Roasts, Chris Gill takes on Seth Morris in a wild game cooking showdown. Doug Duren and Yia Vang deliver hard hitting critiques from the judge’s table. Presented by Kingsford.

Clay Newcomb saddles up to hunt mountain lions in the rugged canyons and mountains of southern Utah. In MeatEater’s latest 12 in 26 film, Clay teams up with veteran lion hunters and houndsmen, Mclain and Hunter Mecham, and mule trainer extraordinaire, Ty Evans. Presented by Moultrie and OnX Maps

Heather Douville shares the process of a harvested blacktail deer, showing how she works to utilize as much of the animal as possible—from the meat to the hide and stomach. She prepares the deer hide for bark tanning. The episode also offers a look inside her fur shop, where she processes and works...

Salmon return to their natal rivers to spawn. Their final upstream migration returns their bodies to the land, nourishing the forest and sustaining future generations of life. This time of year is known as the salmon run and is also a time of harvest. In the past, Tlingit people used fish traps to...

Heather and Mike demonstrate the cultural importance of Náxw, the traditional wooden halibut hooks used by Tlingit people for centuries. Showing how these hooks are constructed and explaining why this design has remained so effective as they pursue halibut. Presented by Work Sharp and CanAm

Janis Putelis kicks off our "12 in 26" series as he takes his bow to Manitoba in search of a giant black bear. To make things even more interesting, he hunts over bait for the first time to see what the fuss is all about. Presented by Moultrie and OnX Maps.

In this episode of Roasts, Rick Smith takes on Cory Calkins in a wild game culinary battle like no other. And Randall Williams and Phil Taylor judge and critique with a mint garnish twist at the table. Presented by Kingsford

In this episode, Corinne Schneider and Rick Smith judge and critique U.S. military veteran's, Alex Plachta and Nate Mason during a wild game cooking showdown. This round, Alex and Nate will need to whip up a dish with a species of salmon that you won't find at most restaurants. Presented by...

In this episode of Roasts, Seth Morris takes on Chester Floyd in a heart pounding culinary showdown. Judged by Shannon Waters and Randall Williams, Seth and Chester must individually cook up a family friendly dinner with deer heart cooked over charcoal in only one hour. Presented by Kingsford

In this episode, we're cooking a Christmas feast in the MeatEater Kitchen. Nic Tapia and Jake Wallace battle in a wild game cook-off while being judged and critiqued by hunters and professional chef's, Danielle Prewett and Michael Hunter. Presented by Kingsford

It's College Game Day in the MeatEater kitchen. Eric Hamburg and Connor Smith get 90 minutes to test their wild game cooking skills with ground black bear burger. Judged and critiqued by Brody Henderson and Maggie Hudlow, these Montana State University students prove they won't starve to death...

In this episode of Roasts, Brody Henderson and Nate Mason compete in a wild game burger cooking competition. Dave Smith and Spencer Neuharth critique their cooking and plating techniques, then judge and select which cook whipped up the tastiest burger. Presented by Kingsford

In this episode, Steven Rinella and Tony Peterson judge and critique Alex Plachta and Logan Dove during a wild game cook-off. This round, contestants will need to whip up a Thanksgiving style feast with roast from Janis's recent caribou. Presented by Kingsford

On this episode, we head to northwest Montana to tour the home and studio of wildlife artist and owner of Hayes Taxidermy, John Hayes. John shares an in-depth look into how and where the magic of his craft happens. Presented by Stor Mor

This is where the magic happens. Dave Smith gives us a look inside his workshop and sheds, where he carves the masters for DSD decoys. But there’s more here than just work—Dave’s decoy and spey rod collections are the stuff of dreams. You won’t want to miss this one. Presented by Stor-Mor

Farmer, conservationist, and longtime friend of MeatEater, Doug Duren, gives us a tour of his Wisconsin home and property. - The Duren Family Farm. Presented by Stor Mor

After a long winter, spring signals new beginnings, renewal and an emergence of new life. It also signals the time for a harvest that Heather and her family look forward to more than any other harvest, known as “herring egg time.” Presented by

If you bought a tractor with plans to sell the tires for profit, you might be a redneck. In this episode, we head to Georgia to visit the farm and home of comedian and actor, Jeff Foxworthy. From his sunflower dove field to his historic octagon hunting lodge, Jeff guides us on a tour of his little...

In this episode, Heather Douville harvests a seal during the herring spawn to make seal oil and to share traditional foods with her community. Presented by Work Sharp and Can-Am

In this episode, we head to western Kentucky to visit the home of The World's Greatest Small Game Hunter, Kevin Murphy. From his hunting rigs to his swamp rabbit hound dogs, Kevin brings us in with a tour of his Ohio River bottom property. Presented by Stor-Mor Portable Buildings (edited)

Heather Douville and her father, Mike, share how and why they hunt for sea otters along coastal Alaska Presented by Work Sharp and Can-Am

Heather Douville shows us around her fur-sewing shed, smokehouse, and more in the first episode of our new series Sheds. Heather belongs to the Tlingit Nation in Southeast Alaska and shares how these spaces help keep traditions alive.

In this episode of MeatEater Roasts, Sarah Delany and Matt Miller bring the heat to our wild game cook-off. This round's featured mystery meat is squirrel brought up from Arkansas by judges, Clay Newcomb and Brent Reaves. Ultimately, a winner is crowned to send a charitable donation to a wildlife...

In this episode, Tony Peterson shares how and why fishing with topwater lures is so exciting and, when presented properly, highly effective. Presented by OnX Fish

Tony Peterson breaks down how and why he likes to match his lake lures with the natural baits his targeted fish species are eating. Fish can be finicky and fishing is all trial and error till you figure out what they are looking for at that moment. Presented by OnX Fish

Tony Peterson breaks down how to properly gear up your kids for a successful day of fishing. From making sure your kid has the right rod and reel setup to what gear will keep them comfortable and safe on the water, follow along as Tony shares his expert tips and tricks. Presented by OnX Maps

Tony Peterson shares the reasons why he likes hunting solo when training his bird dogs. Presented by Scheels

Steven Rinella relives his most memorable moose hunting moments from past season's of MeatEater. From his most successful to the most forgettable, Steve reminisces his peak MeatEater moose hunts and breaks down what made each one of these trips to Alaska particularly special. Presented by the US...

Tony Peterson breaks down how and why you should check your bird dogs from nose to tail after each and every outing. Presented by Scheels

In this episode of MeatEater Roasts, Clay Newcomb and Brent Reaves bring a dash of southern flare to our wild game cook-off. This round's featured protein is a filet of Alaskan halibut and their culinary creations are judged and critiqued by Mark Kenyon and Randy Newberg. Ultimately, a winner is...

Steven Rinella reminisces and breaks down his most memorable whitetail deer hunts from past seasons of MeatEater. From the Duren Farm in Wisconsin to the Sonoran Desert in Mexico, Steve has hunted whitetails all over North America. These are his favorite moments. Presented by The U.S. Border Patrol

In this exciting installment of MeatEater Roasts, Spencer Neuharth and Randall Williams turn up the heat in a thrilling wild game cook-off. This round's featured cut of meat is the neck roast off a rutted up whitetail buck and their culinary creations are judged and critiqued by Maggie Hudlow and...

Tony Peterson explains how to ensure that your bird dog finds wounded birds no matter what kind of cover you’re hunting in. Presented by Scheels

Steven Rinella breaks down his most memorable mule deer hunting moments from past season's of MeatEater. From tagging his biggest bucks to Thanksgiving meat bucks, Steve relives his peak MeatEater mule deer hunts and shares what made each trip so special. Presented by the US Border Patrol

Tony Peterson shares his secrets to how he hunts upland birds on public land. These tips will give you and your four legged friend a leg up went hunting those late season pressured birds. Presented by Scheels

Steven Rinella relives his most memorable elk hunting moments from past season's of MeatEater. From his most successful moments to the most forgettable, Steve reminisces his peak MeatEater elk hunts and breaks down what made each one of these trips particularly special. Presented by the US Border...

Brent Reaves shares how he keeps his working dogs healthy and happy with this pre hunt checklist. Keeping your canine in peak health is vital for the next outdoor adventure, as well as your dog's longevity. Presented by Scheels

Tony Peterson breaks down how to choose and use dog training tools to help you and your hunting dog. From decoys to collars, Tony shares his expert tips on what particular tools to look for and how to use them to train your pup. Presented by Scheels

Steven Rinella gives behind the scenes insight to his favorite bear hunting moments as well as bear hunting hot tips learned from many season's of filming MeatEater. There's never had a dull moment hunting bears whether in the spring or fall. In this episode, Steve reminisces a few peak MeatEater...

In this episode, Seth Morris takes on Cory Calkins with a wild game cook-off in the MeatEater kitchen. Judged by Brody Henderson and Ryan "Ol Cal" Callaghan, Cory and Seth are tasks with preparing multiple dishes in a short amount of time with this week's mystery meat - ground moose. From prep to...

In this episode of MeatEater Roasts, Corinne Schneider and Maggie Hudlow go head-to-head in a wild game cook-off featuring Canada goose. Judges Hilary Byrne and chef Linda Huang taste, critique, and crown a winner. From meat prep to plating, the contestants bring their best to the table — and it all...

Janis Putelis hosts MeatEater’s new cooking show where two ordinary cooks compete against each other while two more seasoned cooks critique their kitchen skills. In the first episode, Ryan Callaghan takes on Brody Henderson as Steven Rinella and Jesse Griffiths roast them and then judge their final...

Tune in as Steven Rinella gives behind the scenes insights to his favorite turkey hunting moments from the past decade. Steve has been racking up some incredible moments in the field chasing these inspiring birds, but a few of the hunts stand alone as he breaks down what made each one of these...

In this episode, Jordan Budd hits two western states in search of mule deer bucks. With Idaho and Colorado tags in her pocket, hopes and anticipation are rocky mountain high. After a lot of miles in the boots and through the glass, Jordan can't turn up the right Idaho buck. So it's off to Colorado...

The Heartland Waterfowl team joins S Bar Outfitters in Oklahoma for four action-packed days of some of the best hunting they've ever experienced. Presented by Beretta USA

Matt McCormick and Brady Davis head to Wyoming for the annual Goshen County 2SHOT Goose Hunt, a long-standing competition that brings hunters together for a one-day, two-person team challenge. With a mix of strategy, calling, and a little luck, the crew sets out to put 4 geese on the ground while...

Matt McCormick and Brady Davis are joined by Trevor Austin, Alex Yerges, and Zach Rutledge from Pacific Calls for a freelance goose hunting road trip in central Wyoming. With the season winding down, the crew leans into the grind—long hours of scouting, knocking down doors for permission, and...

In this episode, Shawn Luchtel hunts of one of the wildest looking bucks you will ever see. After many years of watching this deer age and only get more crazy, Squid slowly becomes Shawn’s target Missouri buck. Over the years, Shawn had a lot of fun watching this non typical buck grow and all of the...

When you think of hunting Colorado, big whitetails might not necessarily come to mind. However, Mike is very familiar with Eastern Colorado and the whitetails here specifically. He has hunted with his friends that run this ranch for years now and helped them manage this special piece of land...

After purchasing his first ever Kansas farm, Shawn and his good friend, Cole, work together to transform the farm into a whitetail paradise. A few short years later, Shawn is chasing giant whitetails in a form of hunting he has never harvested a whitetail before; on the ground with no blind. This...

Jordan Budd hunts mountain mule deer during Idaho's rifle season. Jordan knows that you can't kill an old bruiser if you always settle for younger bucks, so patience, pickiness, and hard hunting is the game plan and motivation. Hunting solo, Jordan doesn't waste any time glassing up a solid buck...

In this episode, Mark Kenyon returns to his families northern Michigan deer camp, Kenroven, to hunt whitetails with his father, David, and friend, Josh Hillyard. Kenroven was established by Mark's grandfather back in the early 80's and Mark has put a lot of effort restoring and revitalizing the...

Steven Rinella and Seth Morris head to the Lone Star State, eager to rattle in big, angry bucks during the peak of the whitetail rut. This experience is a serious departure from the hunting they're accustomed to, offering non-stop action and wild encounters throughout their trip. Presented by...

Tony Peterson and his daughter, Lila, set out to hunt black bears and whitetail deer in Wisconsin. After a ton of time spent establishing a consistently active bear bait pile, Tony finds out a vast majority of bears were removed and relocated from their hunting area. That plus tough weather...

Steven Rinella and Janis Putelis head to the movie theater for an in-depth look at one of their all-time favorite hunts: Coues deer in Old Mexico. Hunting these desert whitetails is no walk in the park, but it keeps them coming back year after year. Presented by Moultrie

It's opening weekend of Minnesota's whitetail archery season and Tony Peterson is ready to hunt. Early season conditions exist, but Tony knows exactly where to sit to get close to whitetails in his home state. Tony has accomplished his pre-season prep by finding a willing landowner, dedicating the...

Steven Rinella, Garrett Long, and Ronnie Collins head to northeastern Montana to hunt mule deer. The mix of farmland and open country means long shots in tough conditions. Garrett and Steve hit the range to share some tips on preparing for longer range shots.

Mark Kenyon starts his 2023 fall hunting season with a personal outdoor reset button. First, Mark travels to the Boundary Waters of Upper Minnesota for a little pre-season R&R. Catching trout on the fly and sharing a camp with friends, Lukas Leaf and Scott Sorenson, helps Mark reset and reminds...

Steven Rinella and Clay Newcomb return to Alaska in search of a legal bull moose, navigating rugged terrain and unpredictable weather. With strict regulations and few opportunities, the hunt demands patience and resilience as they look to bring home an animal that has eluded Steve for years...

Steven Rinella and Tony Peterson head to Oklahoma for a challenging whitetail deer hunt on public land. After the hunt, Tony joins us back at MeatEater HQ for an in-depth post-game analysis, breaking down their strategy, successes, and lessons learned. Presented by Moultrie

Steven Rinella and Seth Morris trap beavers, raccoons, martens, and coyotes in the mountains and river bottoms of Montana. This ancient practice is often misunderstood, along with its merits, challenges, and rich history. Presented by Moultrie

Mark Kenyon returns to Nebraska to pursue whitetail deer with his bow during the rut. It's early November and Mark is pumped just be out exploring some dreamy deer country during his favorite week of the year. After a full year of mentally preparing to hunt a specific area, Mark finds out, after he...

Matt McCormick and Brady Davis load up for a 3-day road trip chasing mid-season Canada geese across Montana. With word that a pocket of birds has arrived, the crew heads out to find them. Along the way they share insights on edge hides, decoy setups, and calling tactics. But Montana’s unpredictable...

Tony Peterson travels to the great plains state of North Dakota to bow hunt whitetails on public land. The deer are in their pre-rut stage, plus the weather is nasty which should equal a perfect recipe for finding bucks. Tony is hunting a new area and, after a summer of pregame e-scouting, he finds...

Matt McCormick and Brady Davis dive into the features and management practices on their keystone property in Montana, the Kaiser Ranch. As the season rolls around, friends and family join the crew for two epic goose hunts. Brady’s son, Trey, and his best friend, Colter, tag along with MeatEater’s...

Cooking a wild turkey to perfection can feel like a daunting task and a bit overwhelming to a lot of hunters. In this episode, Danielle Prewett breaks down two delicious recipes from her new Wild + Whole Cookbook that will get the most out of your entire bird. From a quick and simple pan roasted...

In this episode, Danielle Prewett shows us how to perfectly sear a duck breast and BBQ confit goose legs. Waterfowl is one of Danielle's favorite wild game meats to cook with and it shows with her helpful cooking tips and techniques. See how Danielle deliciously demonstrates how important it is to...

Join Danielle Prewett in her kitchen as she demonstrates how to roast a perfect venison roast. Directly from her new Wild + Whole cookbook, Danielle breaks down two very different, yet simple ways to prepare your lean venison roasts. From maximizing the under utilized neck roast to stepping up a...

In this episode, Mark Kenyon sets out to complete his 4 year quest to tag a Michigan whitetail buck he's dubbed The Wide 9. Mark first discovered this unique deer when the buck was two years old, had close encounters with him at age three, and nearly tagged him at age four. Now, with the Wide...

Mark Kenyon returns to the Michigan wildlife farm project we christened, The Back 40. After Mark's tireless work transforming the Back 40 into a wildlife haven and successfully hunting it as his own, the property was donated to the National Deer Association for their Field to Fork mentorship program...

Matt McCormick and Brady Davis are in rural North Dakota chasing early honkers throughout America’s prairie pothole region. Canada goose production numbers are up and stoke level is high for the first hunt of the season but August comes with a unique set of challenges for Matt and Brady to overcome.

If you're lucky enough to fill your buck tag, you need to figure out how to display the antlers. In this episode, Mark Kenyon and Tony Peterson break down the differences between shoulder mounts and Euro mounts and why a hunter might choose one over the other. Presented by Moultrie.

Welcome to Flying V - a new series that captures the essence of what it’s like to eat, sleep, and breath waterfowl 365 days a year. From offseason habitat construction to late season mallard beatdowns, Flying V is paving the way here in MeatEater’s home state of Montana. In this episode, you’ll get...

Ethical shot selection is something every whitetail hunter should obsess over. In this episode, Mark Kenyon and Tony Peterson break down the various shot angles and considerations whitetail hunters will face in the field. And, most importantly, how hunters should address each angle to ensure quick...

Every whitetail hunter owns a few deer calls, but using the right ones at the right time is the only way to talk mature bucks into range. In this episode, Mark Kenyon and Tony Peterson explain how and when to use grunt tubes, rattle bags, and snort wheeze calls - and how to gauge a big buck's...

Which method of mobile whitetail hunting is better: Tree Saddles or Tree Stands. They are both one of the most effective ways to stay concealed in the deer woods, but which tactic is best for you? In this episode, Mark and Tony break down the key differences with pros and cons to hunting from both...

On this week's episode, Mark Kenyon and Tony Peterson break down the mysteries of mature buck travel. Understanding how big bucks cross openings, cruise through the timber, and relate to soft edges is information that can help any hunter level up his or her game in the whitetail woods. Presented by...

On this episode, Mark Kenyon and Tony Peterson break down whitetail scrapes and how to hunt them. There isn’t a more valuable piece of buck sign for a hunter to find, but the key to using scrapes to fill tags all boils down to understanding the where, when, and why behind them. Presented by Moultrie

Whitetail hunters obsess over rubs and scrapes, but there is another type of sign that can be highly valuable - deer droppings. In this episode, Mark Kenyon and Tony Peterson, explain how to evaluate the recency and the concentration of deer scat to make informed hunting decisions in real time...

If there is one piece of deer sign that all whitetail hunters love to find, it's fresh rubs. These buck calling cards can tell you a lot about deer behavior, and help you dial in your hunting strategies. In this episode, Mark Kenyon and Tony Peterson, explain how to do just that by breaking down the...

In this episode, Mark Kenyon and Tony Peterson break down how to identify and understand deer tracks. Most hunters can tell the difference between a deer track and a raccoon track, but to better understand each print left behind, you need to get down and dirty. Mark and Tony share their tips and...

In this episode, Mark Kenyon and Tony Peterson break down how to identify the most valuable whitetail food sources for the entire season and just what they mean to the deer. Whether you're working with mast, browse, or agriculture, identifying specific food sources and then hunting them when they...

Tony Peterson joins forces with fellow whitetail guru, Andy May, for a few days on the water in north-central Minnesota. The early summer water temperatures are perfect for targeting both smallmouth and largemouth with topwaters, and the fish are hungry. Multiple days of explosive surface hits help...

Tony Peterson ventures to Nebraska to hunt spring turkeys with Sam Soholt. Hunting late season on public land with less than ideal weather proves to be a challenge, but you can't pick your weather and these two know how to get close to pressured birds. From staring at wet decoys out of a blind to...

On this episode, Clay takes us behind the scenes for a sneak peak of life on the road, and what it’s like to capture a Bear Grease Podcast Episode. In celebration of MeatEater’s Turkey Week, Clay is capturing turkey hunting stories all over the south to bring you some non-stop hair-raising tales...

Jordan Budd travels to the Hawaiian island of Lanai to hunt axis deer. Axis deer were introduced here in 1860 and have become a nuisance to the native landscape of Lanai. With the overabundant numbers and mellow tropical terrain to explore, Jordan doesn't waste any time to bag her first spotted deer...

The Element fellas are joined by MeatEater's own, Garrett Long, for some invasive feral hog hunting. To access some solid hog hunting ground, they must cross a flooded section of river by jon boat. After narrowly escaping disaster, the crew sneaks through some timber to locate a pile of pigs. In the...

Tyler Jones from The Element spends opening day of South Dakota’s archery season hunting public land whitetail deer. Tyler is looking for redemption from last year’s Buck Truck episode. Presented by OnX

With dreams of last year’s “NEBRASKA DOUBLE”, K.C. and Tyler head to the Husker State with big bucks in mind. They’re on a quest for some bigger deer, but it might require using some unfamiliar tactics. Hunting from the ground in a hay bale blind is about as foreign as a Mars landing for these guys...

K.C. and Tyler meet up with their buddy "Señor" Mark Kenyon to chase some bucks around in South Texas. The country lends itself to ground hunting, specifically spot and stalk, with some calling added in. It's the heat of the rut in December and the bucks are running around like crazy, but the...

Tyler and K.C. head out on the road for a southern Whitetail experience with their buddy Clay Newcomb in Arkansas. This roadtrip has a heavy dose of deer hunting nostalgia combined with excellent food, great friends, and some of the wildest country you’ll find in the southern US. Wet conditions and...

Jason Phelps joins up with his good friend, Charlie Smith, to dive deep into the Oregon forest to chase bugling bull elk. The bulls are pretty fired up at this point and it should be a busy week chasing elk. Follow along as Jason shares his tips and tactics throughout the hunt to try and capitalize...

Jason Phelps joins up with his good buddy, Garrett Bowen, to hunt the mountains of Idaho for bugling bull elk. The rut is starting to pick up and the bulls are becoming a little more talkative. They share their challenges and opportunities throughout the hunt and the decisions made to be successful...

Join Jason Phelps and Ryan Callaghan on an elk hunt in early September as they explore the challenges and opportunities of hunting elk before the rut has fully kicked in. This adventure takes place on public land, where Jason shares years of professional calling and call making to show you how to...

Vicksburg, home to expert call builder Brad Eldridge, and the oxbows, button willows, and cypress slough's of the Mississippi Delta. Brad is known for building beautiful hand turned calls that do more than just look good. He'll be putting them to test with Chef Jean Paul and the First Lite crew in...