A Deer Hunter's Winter Musings | Maine Outdoor Enthusiast Podcast #51

With the holiday season over and deer season but a recent memory, winter is a time of reflection for a deer hunter. It may start with a review of the season but for me, it always turns down this path of various life lessons, experiences and what I have for near-term goals.
Join us as we discuss some of everyday life lessons that always seem to be applicable to the deer hunter. From having an "attitude of gratitude" to handling the ups and downs of life...one thing is for certain...a deer hunter never gives up! Enjoy!
#winter #deerhunting #reflection
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[@TimBegin]

Always enjoy your podcasts. I’m stuck in the middle of the grind myself. 35 years the same job…it’s paid the bills and ive worked out a decent hunting week every year and Mondays to hunt archery in October and November. It’s a tough balance for sure but I’m grateful I’m not in debt and have enough to be able to have a camp and some nice hunting things. Grateful for a wife that never ever complains about how much time I scout and spend in the woods or the money I spend to allow me to prepare for every season. In the end finding the things to be grateful for helps immensely when you’re “in the grind”.

[@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast]

Thanks! It's as much about having the right attitude no matter the season we are in...great point!

[@MichaelPicher43]

Learning and hunting definitely go hand in hand. Hunting is a series of "learning opportunities". Once you make enough hunting mistakes you get better. Just when I think I've made all of the mistakes, I still manage to find another 😂. However, at my advanced age, I tend to not make the big mistakes. Thanks for the great podcast!

[@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast]

I agree! We never stop learning!

[@fatfred1234]

1/2 Yesterday, other 1/2 today, Great video! Thanks guys!

[@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@northerncaptain855]

Enjoyed both of your takes on life. Retirement is good, hunted almost every day.

[@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bobbygreen2291]

Mark n Paul ,this podcast has great merit ,,it reminds of the reason I started fishing lol ,,,I finally found one thing that could happen by chance ,,no planning it out ,,just that it is ok to wear my wool socks all year long lol ,,and let them fish bite my hook when they want to.

[@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast]

Glad you enjoyed it! I love rocking the wool socks all year!

[@Mike-cc2eu]

Fantastic podcast guys lots of people don’t look outside of the box most of us lived in . Myself stayed in with same job for 45yrs. Wasn’t my dream job but paid the bills and now I’m retired and life is good

[@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast]

Nice! Takes dedication! Congrats on retirement!

[@Mike-cc2eu]

Thank you

[@waltdelbo6445]

Great talk fellas! Funny, Mark and I have the same philosophy/ clost to same age And you Paul, think like my son. You are both right Thx for the great show

[@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@45-70Guy]

The risk you take is different for each person, but the more risk you take and if your determination and ambition is there with it, you’ll eventually come out of top. Though it is harder the older you get especially if you have a family and responsibilities. When you detach from the societal grind and your own your own, it makes life feel so much different and the opportunities are endless . It’s great to see two generations discussing this, I do agree corporate has changed a lot. The instead of retiring from work, I like to look at it as to find something to retire to. It’s also much different times now , and many people will take security over freedom. The freedom seems risky and an unknown land but for the ones who live in that free mind never look back. Personally I went on my own at 24 and I wish it was earlier. My parents upbringing totally different mentality, they took pride in their jobs so quitting wasn’t ever on their minds. I’m curious on them gloves I’ll need to check them out, but socks those Hollow alpaca socks are amazing especially for those of us that have sweaty feet! Breath better than wool

[@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast]

I agree! I truly believe if an individual is personally growing, they eventually outgrow the place they are at and to continue the journey of personal growth they have to continue on. I never view it as quitting but rather going someplace new. There is a difference. It's like graduating to the next level. You're right, it is very easy to trade your values in for comfort. That becomes a slippery slope. How far will someone compromise their values to retain that comfort? That line can be pushed further and further. It sounds like you have lived that! I'm always intrigued by peoples stories. It's amazing the different paths people take to get to where they are at- Valuable lessons we can learn from one another! I'll have to try those socks! Appreciate the thoughtful comment!👍

[@deanleonard7857]

Another great podcast. I took my golden handcuffs off almost two years ago. Best decision I ever made. I was passed over for the freedom award as well, if that makes you feel any better. lol.

[@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast]

Glad you enjoyed it! Congrats! 😂 You are probably way more deserving!!!

[@ParkerRipley-dq1ig]

Great podcast you are both 100% spot on. And your dad is 100% right about the golden handcuffs

[@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for listening. It's a great analogy!

[@charlesgresham9235]

I'd be interested in a chat about your cabin. How did you come upon it? Did you build it? How many acres? What type of maintenance and projects do you have planned? Just general chit chat about the place.

[@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast]

That's a great idea! Thanks!

[@williamvane4356]

with all the information between you two you both would make great guides for anyone unsure of your area

[@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast]

Dad has an interest. He has taken the course...all he has to do is take the exam. He's never gotten around to it.

[@robertscott7225]

You guys are great so much I have experienced, by the way feel the same of darn tough socks, have bought many but aren’t the most comfortable, I wear merino all year but most comfortable socks are Bombas don’t last real long but also replace them for free

[@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast]

Thanks for sharing that...I feel like there are definitely more comfortable socks out there. I'll give Bombas a try for sure. I bought my wife some Bombas I few years ago for Christmas. She liked them. I forgot about those!

[@lambertsaldi1550]

As a Vermont I try to support vt co. Darn Tough are very good, minus 33 from Nh are ok and Fox River for me are the best of the three hands down. Have people I know that work for Darn Tough in Northfield vt about 7 miles from my home, they make a good sock no doubt. I'm a wool guy top to bottom period and 18" LaCrosse Rubber boots 👢 I'm 70 years old and still going 🤙🙏🇺🇸🦌🇺🇸 Folks get out there and do some Coyote hunting and save a few Deer 🦌 Good Luck in the Great outdoors!! Like allways that Vermonter!!

[@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast]

I understand 100% support local! Thanks for the sock recommendations - I'll have to give Fox River a try. Thanks for watching!

[@JackFrostTheDeerHunter]

Did you guys get out for some yote calling yet? Sometimes that can cure the winter blues. Two have been taken not far from your studio :)

[@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast]

This week! I don't know if it's just me, but I feel like I haven't been hearing as many around the house?? Usually any given night I can go outside and hear some.

[@JackFrostTheDeerHunter]

@@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast I know for sure they have taken down one deer and found a bed by my shack with a lot of blood last week. Finding a lot of tracks too. Hope you can help with the problem. You would be set up great for a south, east, or west wind in your studio back yard :)

[@alabamareloader]

Great podcast fellas, if you’re interested in a book on effort give “Grit” by Angela Duckworth a read. Great book 📖

[@MaineOutdoorEnthusiast]

Thanks for the recommendation! I'm always looking for new books!