Hunting and Fishing Topics for Do-It-Yourselfers!

Public land secrets and scouting knowledge along with tree stand climbing tricks.

 

“DIY Sportsman”

The DIY Sportsman site is set up for outdoorsman who don't buy success. Hunters who try their luck on public land and fisherman who study their craft down to a science will feel welcome. Although the site, based originally off of the popular DIY Sportsman Youtube Channel, got its start teaching how to self film and hunt whitetail deer on public land, it's expanded to cover fishing, gear reviews, and DIY tips and modifications to make gear more useful.
cold weather layering

Podcast – Cold Weather Layering Strategy

  Links to clothing discussed in this podcast: Thlete Phantom Softshell: https://thlete.com/phantom-softshell-jacket/ Thlete Tailwind Puffy: https://thlete.com/tailwind-puffy-jacket/ First Lite Sanctuary Jacket: https://www.firstlite.com/products/sanctuary-insulated-jacket?_pos=1&_sid=cf970ff3d&_ss=r First Lite Chamberlin Down Puffy: https://www.firstlite.com/products/mens-chamberlin-down-jacket Sitka Fanatic Jacket: https://www.sitkagear.com/products/fanatic-jacket/elevated-ii Sitka Celsius Midi Puffy: https://www.sitkagear.com/products/celsius-midi-jacket/elevated-ii Sitka Stratus Shell: https://www.sitkagear.com/products/stratus-jacket/elevated-ii Cabelas MT050 Jacket: https://www.cabelas.com/product/SPORTLINE-LIMITED-MTO-PARKA/2911658.uts First Lite Sanctuary Bibs: https://www.firstlite.com/products/sanctuary-insulated-bib-pant?pr_prod_strat=copurchase&pr_rec_pid=2504115486820&pr_ref_pid=2504118370404&pr_seq=uniform Sitka Incinerator Bibs: https://www.sitkagear.com/products/incinerator-bib/elevated-ii Pnuma Heated […]

saddle vs tree stand

Saddle Hunting vs. Tree Stand – Review

Saddle Hunting vs. Tree Stand – Review Saddle hunting has been around for decades, but just recently has begun to grow rapidly. Many hunters are intrigued but aren’t quite sure if it’s worth the investment to make the switch. Well, you certainly don’t have to make the switch. I’ve been an advocate of owning both […]

Lift ii review

Exodus Lift II Review

Exodus Lift II Review The Exodus Lift II trail camera is the replacement to the original Exodus lift, with many upgrades across the board. The company that makes this camera prides itself on customer service, something which is echoed by many of their dedicated customers over the years. The Lift II can take full HD […]

Saddle modifications

Hunting Saddle Modifications

Hunting Saddle Modification These are the modifications I’ve made to my Aero Hunter Kestrel hunting saddle. ***Please note: doing certain modifications can increase risk, particularly if not done correctly (i.e. wrong knots) and can void any warranty from the manufacturer. Saddle hunting tends to be a very personalized method of hunting. The modifications that work […]

kestrel review

Aero Hunter Kestrel Review

Aero Hunter Kestrel Review The Aero Hunter Kestrel is the newest saddle hunting option available from their lineup. The Kestrel is the successor to the Aero Hunter Evolution, and it takes additional steps to further itself from recreational and work related tree saddles to give hunters something that is better suited to their needs. You […]

ranch fairy

Episode 21 – Terminal Arrow Performance with Troy Fowler (Ranch Fairy)

Terminal Arrow Performance with Troy Fowler (Ranch Fairy) In bow hunting, we care not only about getting the arrow to the animal, but also getting the arrow through the animal. Troy Fowler, also known as “The Ranch Fairy” does a ton of experimenting with various arrow and broadhead setups to investigate their performance on game. With an unlimited access […]

Episode 20 – Aero Hunter Kestrel Podcast

Aero Hunter Kestrel Podcast In today’s episode we’re featuring the Aero Hunter Kestrel, a hunting saddle that is the result of years of development and prototyping. You’ll learn about Bobby’s involvement with Aero Hunter and the design history of the kestrel. For those of you who are still on the fence or really don’t understand […]

Bishop Holy Trinity

Bishop Holy Trinity Broadhead Review (41L40 Bridgeport Steel)

Bishop Holy Trinity Broadhead Review (41L40 Bridgeport Steel) My review on the Bishop Holy Trinity broadheads. These things really are tough as nails with the high end steels and manufacturing processes. More than that, though, I am a really big fan of the three blade cut-on-contact design and how compact they made it. After doing […]

MN Turkey 2018

Minnesota Turkey 2018 – Calling to the Hen

Minnesota Turkey 2018 – Calling to the Hen This hunt was really a break-through for me. Going after wild turkeys is a combination of woodsmanship and calling. Ever since I’d started to chase turkeys, my calling has always been the weaker of the two skills. Many of my birds have been taken by getting myself […]

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New Breed / Striker RK1 Bow Review

New Breed / Striker RK1 Review Link to the New Breed RK1: http://www.newbreedarchery.com/produc… Link to my Personal Gear List: http://diy-sportsman.com/category/con… The RK1 is a sweet shooting bow. With nearly a year of shooting it, it is more than time to upload a review on this bow. My RK1 was provided by New Breed in 50 […]