Pennsylvania Woodsman
The Pennsylvania Woodsman podcast is driven to provide relatable hunting, trapping, and fishing content in the Keystone state. Tag along with host Mitchell Shirk and cohost Robby Henne as they interview state biologists and officials, industry professionals, and Average Joe's who've mastered their niche in the outdoors. We strive to unite the outdoor community through relevant, tried-and-true information; regardless of the playing field on private or public land. Our content is focused on honing your craft, and celebrating Pennsylvania's outdoor heritage.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 70 minutes
- Episodes
- 223
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Early Season: Focus on the Basics and Don't Overcomplicate it!
In this episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch is joined by seasoned hunter Alex Krzywulak to explore the intricacies of early season hunting. They delve into the challenges and strategies that…
Life in the Bow Shop: Are You Ready for Archery Season?
This week's episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman Mitch is joined by Little Mountain Outfitter's owner Devon Zimmerman and shop technician Terry Bergey. These boys are hard at it this time of year se…
Strategy Adjustments with Traditional Archery Equipment
On this week's episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch is joined by Matt Beisswanger for a traditional bowhunting conversation. Matt is a team member of Inside Twenty whose focus is sharing trad…
Failed Food Plots from Drought: Implementing Plan B
Fall food plots greatly influence hunting success and wildlife attraction. Planting in August and September on the east coast can be sketchy, especially when late summer droughts can persist. This …
Bear Hunting Wisdom: Scouting and Navigation for a Successful Fall
This week on the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch is joined by Rob Henne for a captivating journey through the Pennsylvania wilderness as they uncover the secrets of bear hunting. In this episode, they d…
Balancing Life and Land: Squeezing Time for Food Plots
In this episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman podcast, Mitch reflects on the delicate balance between his passion for hunting and the demands of daily life. Fresh from a family vacation, he shares ins…
Chasing Down a Food Plot Dream
On this week's episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch is joined by Taylor Fleisher to discuss food plots. Taylor has a background in plants and soil, and has always been tinkering with food plo…
Presidential Clients, July Ruts, and Gators in a Turkey Setup
On this week's episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch is joined by Mike Tussey from Nomad Outdoors. Mike shares his journey from being a middle school PE teacher to becoming a prominent figure …
Make Foodplots Simple Again!
In this episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch is joined by Al Tomechko to discuss the intricacies of establishing successful food plots for deer hunting. They explore various topics including t…
Pennsylvania Native and Dallas Safari Club CEO: Rob McCanna
On this episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch is joined by Rob McCanna, CEO of Dallas Safari Club. Rob shares his journey from humble beginnings in Pennsylvania to leading a prominent organiza…
From Hunt to Rescue: A Life Changing Fall from a Treestand
On this episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch is joined by Dakota Gray who shares his journey of being a passionate hunter and his treestand accident that led him to become a paraplegic. He ref…
Establishing a New Tradition: Pennsylvania Bear Camp
This week on the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch is joined by some family for a bear hunting conversation. The family guests are his younger cousins Jacob, Josh, and Isaac Mengel, who've recently begun…
A Once in 17 Years Fishing Opportunity: Cicada Fishing
This week on the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch is joined by friends Clayton Good and John Kolb of Suffering Outdoors YouTube channel to discuss a unique outdoor experience. Clayton and John are both …
PA Public Land Triple Trophy within 600 Yards
On this episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch is joined by friend Clayton Good to discuss Clayton's remarkable hunting season, where he achieved the coveted triple trophy. They delve into the c…
The Truth Behind Arrow Efficiency and Mechanics
In this episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman Mitch is joined by Chris Romano, host of the Wing and Tail Outdoors podcast. Chris shares his experiences in archery, including his recent participation …
Food Plot Challenges: Weather and Patience
In this episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman Podcast, Mitch reflects on the challenges faced during the turkey hunting season and transitions into discussing the complexities of food plot management.…
Changes Coming to Pennsylvania Elk Hunting
In this episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch and Bryan Hale explore various complexities of elk hunting regulations in Pennsylvania, discussing recent changes aimed at managing crop damage ca…
Combating the Mentally Draining Parts of Turkey Season
In this episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman Mitch is joined by Kevin Creeley of the Mid Atlantic Outdoorsman Podcast. In this conversation the guys delve into the intricacies of turkey hunting, dis…
Behind the Tough Hunting Exterior
In this episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman Mitch is joined by Dan Johnson to explore the multifaceted world of podcasting, hunting, and fatherhood. They discuss the evolution of podcasting, the cha…
Applying Turkey Hunting Wisdom Through Expert Advice
On this episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitch and Paul Campbell delve into the world of turkey hunting, exploring the resurgence of camouflage styles, the mastery of mouth calls, and the insigh…