In this episode of A Hunter’s Legacy, we hear the story of a bowhunter, Seth Spire, who waited six years for an Iowa tag—and made it count. From a perfectly timed cell cam photo to a last-minute change of plans, everything lined up for a 170-class buck.

The conversation dives into how hunting has changed over the past 20 years, the growing challenge of finding access, and the fine line between luck and skill. There’s a real look at how evolving technology, pressure from social media, and the pay-to-play land market have shaped the modern hunting experience.

We also hear about missed shots, hard lessons, and the adrenaline that makes bowhunting so addictive. The guest reflects on learning the ropes without a mentor, how goals shift with age, and why the process—from food plots to strategy—is just as important as the kill.

To top it off, there’s a story involving a hornet’s nest, a flying saw, and one of the most painful walk-ins of all time. It’s the kind of episode that reminds you why we keep going back to the woods—year after year.

In this episode, I sit down with longtime friend and Southern Iowa native Lance Porter—a commercial agronomist, farmer, and bowhunter with deep roots in the hunting world.

We cover everything from the harsh impact of EHD on Iowa’s deer population to the evolving landscape of hunting culture. Lance shares the story behind a once-in-a-lifetime buck, the frustrations of managing land, and how hunting has shifted from camaraderie to competition.

We also talk gear, the role of money in modern hunting, how trail cams have changed the game, and why raising kids outdoors might be the most rewarding challenge of all.

This is a real, unfiltered conversation about what hunting looks like today—for better or worse.

On this episode, Mitchell Fox welcomes his first live guest—Mitchell Kearns, a longtime friend and Technology Director with the Iowa Small Business Development Center. The two discuss how they met through LogIQ Hunt, Mitchell Fox’s startup focused on helping hunters. They dive into what it takes to launch a business, the challenges of balancing work, family, and hunting, and how the outdoors has shaped their lives.

From deer hunting stories and business mentorship to late nights in the tree stand and the evolution of hunting culture, this conversation blends entrepreneurship, hunting passion, and some good laughs. Plus, hear about some of their most frustrating and embarrassing moments in the woods.

Whether you’re a hunter, entrepreneur, or just someone who loves a real conversation—this one’s for you.