The Wing and Tail Boys are back with their 6th episode to break down what their typical day in the woods looks like, starting with the night-before-preparation. They begin the episode with a shoutout to their friend Kevin Creeley who found success in his opening weekend hunt. With his harvest, he’s on the board with the first leg of the #TriStateTrifecta down. Congrats big dawg!! The boys then go on to discuss what their last week has looked like leading up to New Jersey’s opening weekend. Chris is finishing up wrapping his gear in cloth tape to help silence it up. Angelo is primed and ready to try out some new gear upgrades including his first hunt with a camera.

After the hosts catch you up on their week past, they start to break down what a typical day of hunting looks like starting with the physical and mental prep the night prior. Chris follows a very rigid scent-control regiment including the use of scent detergents, scent covers, and ozone generators. Angelo on the other hand doesn’t utilize any scent control at all. Instead, he prefers to use the wind to his advantage when both hanging a stand and spot-and-stalking. What they both agree on, however, is the mental preparation leading into the hunt. The boys go on to break down their entire process including the walk in, scouting, changing up the plan, climbing, hanging their sets, and setting up their cameras.

Angelo and Chris continue to discuss some things they like to do in the stand to pass the time as the hours progress. Chris touches on how he uses the camera as a tool in the tree both to remain occupied as well as a tool to see what’s going on without having to use his eyes. The boys also talk about the camaraderie of hunting and different ways to share the moment. For most of us, the people you first call from the tree are the most important to you whether it be your mother or father, brother or sister, or your husband or wife. Lastly, the Boys make sure to give a BIG shoutout to their wives for their support.

In this episode, Angelo and Chris talk about what they are doing to finish getting ready for the upcoming hunting season. Both give updates on last minute tips that may help take gear and tactics to the next level. The conversation covers topics such as concealed carry laws, scouting, gear modifications, and arrow builds. They also discuss topics such as transportation tags, waterfowl hunting, bear hunting, antler restrictions, and changes in license requirements. They also touch on ethical considerations and the importance of following regulations to preserve hunting privileges. Getting caught up on home state and out of state regulations is also a must.

The Boys CAN’T WAIT for Opening Day. Some people will be getting into the woods for the first time this week. Making sure all your gear is in working order and organized for that first sit must not be overlooked. Good Luck to all of those who will be going out.

The Wing and Tails Boys skim through all the most relevant changes to the hunting regulations in all of the North Eastern states including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Maine and Vermont. From Pennsylvania to Maine make sure you know all your laws and are keeping within the guidelines. Some changes may be specific to a location you hunt. The season is upon us. Let’s have a great season and learn and grow together.

In this conversation, Chris and Angelo sit with Chris’s buddy Kevin K to discuss competitive archery and its relation to hunting archery. Kevin shares his background in archery and how he got into competitive shooting. They talk about the importance of mental preparation and the challenges of shooting in big competitions.

The Boys also discuss the significance of anchor points and the importance of consistency in form. They touch on the practice and preparation required for both competition and hunting, including the use of timers and the need to adapt to different scenarios. The guys also mention the benefits of shooting at 3D courses and replicating realistic hunting scenarios. In this part of the conversation, Kevin and your hosts discuss the differences between training for target shooting and hunting. They emphasize the importance of training for longer durations and always leaving the dog or shooter wanting more. They also discuss the challenges of transitioning from target shooting to hunting, including the unpredictability of hunting scenarios and the need for quick and accurate shots.

Maybe most importantly, your hosts go on to ask Kevin about the importance of mental preparation and the pre-shot and post-shot processes. They also discuss the differences in gear requirements for target shooting and hunting, including draw weight, comfort, and forgiveness. In this portion of their chat, Kevin discusses the differences between the arrows he uses for competition shooting and hunting. The conversation also touches on the importance of broadhead selection and shot placement for hunting success.

To wrap things up, Kevin shares his advice for beginners and veterans, emphasizing the importance of practice and confidence. Lastly, Kevin talks about his fly fishing company, Bonnie Brook Fly Co., and his passion for fly fishing. He has some BEAUTIFUL new flies out and available for sale VERY SOON! Be sure to visit his website and check them out!

And remember… “Success is Just a Commitment Away!”

In this podcast episode, Chris and Angelo discuss late summer and early season scouting for hunting. They talk about preparing gear, fixing equipment, and troubleshooting camera issues early enough to practice with them after the changes are made. They also share their experiences in scouting and finding sign such as historic rubs and scrapes.

Your hosts emphasize the importance of keeping it simple; looking for fresh sign and paying attention to changes in the terrain are some key points of discussion in this week’s episode. They also discuss the significance of access points and travel corridors in scouting, making sure to PLAN AHEAD for early success. The Boys continue the discussion on early season scouting and the benefits of hunting fresh sign including rubs, scrapes, feed sign, active feed trees, scat, and more.

Angelo and Chris go on to discuss how they use their scouting from this time period to plan out their early season hunting strategies. They talk about using historical data and fresh sign to pattern deer, accessing properties properly, using the wind to your advantage, and using water sources as a scouting, access, and hunting tactic. They also emphasize the importance of setting goals, mentally preparing for the hunt, and being in the right mindset when taking a shot. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the Tri-State Tri-Fecta challenge, where hunters aim to harvest a deer in three different states.

In this episode of the Wing and Tail Boys podcast Angelo and Chris reflect on what they have done up until this point and what they’re planning to do leading up to the 2024 hunting season. To start, they discuss some property management goals and procedures on the family farm in Upstate New York. Chris talks a bit about what they have, what they’ve done, and their doe harvest goal for the year.

They continue to discuss some of the prep they’ve done so far this summer. One of the big things they both touch on is checking your gear now to ensure it’s ready to work the way you expect it. The Boys both discuss how they like to DIY their gear to suit their hunting styles. They also stress the importance of getting the issues ironed out NOW. Some of the other things they’ve done this summer, to name a few, include e-scouting, scrape preparation, picking stand locations, and moving cameras. They even give some insight as to how they organize their data so it’s readily available when they need it.

The duo discusses what their plans are for this year. They share which animals they will target in which season and states. They talk about goals they have set for themselves and as a group. Chris plans to further his selective process on his family’s property as well as trying to finally put an end to the story with a buck they call “Posts” in New York. Angelo has his heart set on a Tri-State TRIFECTA as well as filling his freezer for his family. Anyone who’s interested in taking on the challenge can use the hashtag #TriStateTRIFECTA. The Boys touch on this trifecta during their conversation.

Listen along as they lay out some tips that may help you finish getting ready for this season. Whether your a beginning or a long-time hunter, this podcast can help shed some light on forgotten check-list items. Things like D.I.Y. projects to improve gear and practice strategies to sharpen your skills can be found in this episode. Lastly, THE BOYS go on to share some hunting experiences, successes and failures from the past, public land scouting tips, how they choose the areas they will scout, and much, much more! This is the first of many full length episodes so sit back, relax and enjoy. And always remember…

“Success is Just a Commitment Away!”

In Episode one, of the Wing and Tail Boys Podcast, Chris and Angelo discuss growing up in the outdoors. Reminiscing on memories in nature with family and friends. Both having different beginnings they compare experiences that got them to where they are today. Chris reflects on family camping vacations all over the North East including landmarks such as Niagra Falls, Lake George, Cooperstown and many more. None of them more memorable than summers spent at Lake Pemaquid Campground in Maine where friends made over the years became like family. Spending time outdoors camping, hiking, fishing, bird watching, whale watching, and bonding around bonfires to name a few.

Angelo reveals hunting was not one of his passions growing up. Sports and hanging out with friends occupied most of his time through adolescence. It wasn't until after a long maturing process did his love for the outdoors really take form. Learning to scout, identify signs, predict movement patterns, and understand the animals he pursued have shaped his modern hunting style.

They wrap up speaking on their excitement for the 2024 hunting season. There will be much to come from this duo in the coming months and they are excited to capture their experiences and share it with the world. The North East will need to make way for the Wing and Tail Boys.

What is UP everyone?! Thanks for joining the Wing and Tail Boys today as Chris and Angelo discuss exactly what you can come to expect when you tune in to THE BOYS every Thursday morning. Angelo and Chris waste no time telling you what this channel aims to bring you. NORTH. EASTERN. CONTENT. That’s right… THE BOYS are here to give a voice to the Northeastern states that tend to get forgotten. Based inNorthern New Jersey (NJ,) Eastern Pennsylvania (PA,) and Eastern Upstate New York (NY,) your hosts can reach out and offer content spanning from Maryland to Maine.

In their pilot episode, Chris and Angelo shed light to their target audience; the working man or woman who wants to MAXIMIZE THEIR TIME. With the Appelacian, and Catskill mountain ranges running down the East Coast, we have the MOUNTAIN BUCKS that don’t leave much to be desired. Having corn or soybeans is a great resource to have…but we’re here to help you find these Northeastern Mountain Bucks who don’t have access to those resources.

The Wing and Tail Boys want to keep things warm and personal whenever possible as well. We aim to help local shops and local outdoorsmen-and-women by helping one another connect within their communities. Your hosts also hope to help new hunters, man or woman, young or old, get involved in the outdoors in whatever way they choose to enjoy it.

THE BOYS continue on to share a similar love with the livening of the forest as the sun rises and the wildlife begin to rustle. There’s a certain deafening to the silence, and a certain silence to the woods coming alive. With this love comes enjoying the outdoors in many, many ways.

Angelo and Chris cut their teeth in the outdoors through camping, fishing, and pheasant hunting with their friends and family. They also discuss their plan to uncover and share as much history of the area as they can. Being in the Northeast, the area where our Country began, your hosts feel it’s part of the journey to explore and discover the history that’s hidden in their hills.

The WIng and Tail Boys aim to “Experience the Wild” as Angelo likes to say, and they would love for you to join them in experiencing it together. THE BOYS believe that “Success is just a Commitment Away”....and with a Commitment, anything is possible.

Until next time, have a great day!