A Tahoe ran over my Mathews ARC 34. The bow couldn’t be saved—but the archery community wasn’t about to let my bowhunting season end there.

In Episode 11 of the Equalized Outdoors Podcast, I’m sharing what happened, the damage, and how Legacy Archery DFW and people across the outdoor community stepped up to help me get back in the field. From offers to loan bows to messages of encouragement, the response made it hard to stay angry.

This episode gets personal. We’re talking about business setbacks, accepting help, building real relationships, and finding reasons to keep moving when it feels like every step forward comes with another obstacle.

Also in this episode:

• Oklahoma deer hunting plans and a new lease opportunity.
• Our Flagship Bow Series with Legacy Archery DFW, starting with the Darton TriTech 33 V2 and real-world shooting numbers.
• The true cost of flagship bow ownership beyond the purchase price.
• Plans for our Centershot Blue outpost at Legacy Archery, bringing veterans and first responders together through faith and archery.
• Updates from Turkeys for Tomorrow’s North Texas Longbeards chapter.
• SHOT Show media approval and possible changes to where you’ll hear this podcast next.

The Brief brings an Election Day reminder and a call to pay attention to the local races and decisions affecting our communities and conservation.

On The Soundtrack: “No More Back and Forth” by J Deuce.

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Episode 10 of the Equalized Outdoors Podcast is a catch-up from the field with MrJayCam: public-land hunting, gear that’s earning its keep, and a few things that need to be said about how we treat each other.

In The Brief, we cover the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission’s response to the Fords Lake fish salvage controversy, Texas public-access developments, and upcoming drawn-hunt application deadlines.

In The Situation Report, I share how my Texas public-land season is going while Virginia plans remain on hold. From heavy winds and ground hunting to scouting fresh sign and camping with my daughter, there’s been plenty to appreciate even without a deer on the ground. We also catch up on Equalized Outdoors apparel, the Hunter Spotlight Series, and plans for the North Texas Longbeards flock of Turkeys for Tomorrow.

Then it’s Gear Talk: Vortex customer service comes through, and I explain how I became a “Sitka bro,” with thoughts on clothing, footwear, and fit after putting the gear to work in changing Texas temperatures.

In Off the Streets, we address online disrespect, gatekeeping, and talking down to people for asking questions. Hunters should have room to learn, and seeing someone who looks or hunts differently isn’t a reason to treat them like they don’t belong.

The Soundtrack closes things out with “Time Today” by Moneybagg Yo.

Chapters

00:00 Show Open
02:14 The Brief
08:03 The Situation Report: Hunting Season Insights
15:23 The Situation Report: Gear Talk
20:26 Off the Streets: Addressing Online Disrespect
23:03 The Soundtrack: “Time Today” — Moneybagg Yo

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Texas Public Drawn Hunt Application Deadlines

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This week on Episode 9 of the Equalized Outdoors Podcast, we’re talking whitetails with two hunters from our Hunter Spotlight series: Mike Cruz, The Pinoy Outdoorsman, and Micah Culbreth of George’s Boy Outdoors.

We pull up for a campfire-style conversation about when scouting starts, finding places to hunt, reading terrain, and squeezing in sits around work and family. From New York hardwoods to the North Georgia mountains and Texas public land, we compare approaches, share early-season hunt stories, and talk through what we’re hoping to experience during the rut.

We also get into the part that doesn’t always make it onto social media: missed opportunities, discouragement, and what coming home empty teaches you. Both Mike and Micah started hunting as adults, and their experiences bring a different perspective to learning the woods, finding mentors, and explaining hunting to people who don’t do it.

00:00 Cold Open
00:26 Episode introduction and sponsors
01:43 Meet Mike Cruz and Micah Culbreth
02:25 Archery practice, bow setups, and gear talk
07:53 Getting started as adult hunters
13:31 When whitetail scouting begins
18:09 Making time to hunt and working around pressure
21:37 Mike’s early-season saddle hunt
24:14 Micah’s opening-day doe
25:29 Hunting suburban hardwoods
26:37 Favorite terrain and dream deer hunts
29:11 E-scouting, onX, and building a waypoint system
35:49 What surprised us about whitetail hunting
40:28 Talking hunting and venison with nonhunters
45:40 Failure, persistence, and learning from each hunt
54:18 Safety, practice, and becoming a better hunter
56:45 Rut expectations and goals for the season
1:00:07 Where to follow our guests and closing remarks

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Episode 8 of the Equalized Outdoors Podcast is another solo run with MrJayCam, covering the latest news, community work, and a problem the outdoor industry can no longer pretend not to see.

In The Brief, we break down changes to the Major League Fishing format, the new live location-sharing feature in the onX Hunt app, and several wildlife and public-land updates—including the approaching comment deadline for the Roadless Rule.

The Situation Report covers the first North Texas Longbeards event, Centershot Blue coming to Texas, the latest from the Equalized Outdoors Newsroom, and upcoming YouTube projects. MrJayCam also discusses volunteering at the State Fair of Texas, returning to Virginia for archery season, and why supporting conservation, veterans, and mental-health initiatives remains central to the work of Equalized Outdoors.

Then, in Off the Streets, it is time to retire the notion that Black people do not hunt—or that Black hunters are newcomers chasing a trend. Representation is not the problem. The problem is what some people see when they look at it.

Timestamps: Bold denotes segment title

00:00 Introduction and episode overview
04:33 The Brief
06:13 New features in the onX Hunt app
07:39 Recent wildlife and regulation updates
09:01 The Situation Report
10:32 Centershot Blue comes to Texas
11:22 The latest media from Equalized Outdoors
14:14 Upcoming YouTube content and projects
15:08 State Fair of Texas and community involvement
16:21 Personal reflections and family moments
16:21 Virginia archery season and personal goals
17:14 Causes we support
20:49 Off the Streets: Addressing misconceptions about Black hunters
22:59 The Soundtrack and Closing Remarks

The Equalized Outdoors Podcast is hosted by MrJayCam, Founder of Equalized Outdoors.

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September 11, 2001, will forever be a day associated with unspeakable tragedy. It was a time of immense loss, and the nation grieved as one.

The country also united in a way we haven't seen since, and it shouldn't take a tragedy to unlock that.

This is my short account of where I was that day, and what I decided to do about it. You see, I realized it's not just a story or an event to me. It's an integral part of my own personal story.

I hope those of you that hear this, heed my words and reflect. If it resonates, I hope that you share it.

Peace and Love,

MrJayCam

Episode 7 of the Equalized Outdoors Podcast

MrJayCam flies solo in this episode and uses the show to catch listeners up on what’s been happening in his world, from travel and archery community support to public lands advocacy and hunting season prep. It’s part update, part call to action, and part reflection on why the outdoors community matters so much to him. He also shares a deeply personal story about being stolen from after returning from Wisconsin, then walks through how the archery community stepped up to help him replace essential gear. The episode closes with music, mental health encouragement, and a reminder to stay legal, stay safe, and look out for one another.

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Timestamps (Show segments shown in bold)

01:22 Overview of outdoor culture and community engagement

06:09 The Brief: The Roadless Rule

08:31 The Situation Report

09:13 Archery Is the Best Community

10:58 Misson 43 Recap HHA USA

19:34 Lemons Into Lemonade

23:26 Community stories and upcoming events

24:35 North Texas Longbeards Turkeys For Tomorrow Event

26:08 The Internet is not a real place

26:52 Veterans' stories and mental health awareness

27:54 Off The Streets

28:45 The Sound Track feat Rod Wave

32:05 After-action review and closing remarks

In this Bonus episode of the Equalized Outdoors Podcast, Justin "MrJayCam" Campbell sits down with Jerry Grose, founder of Custom Gear Modifications, for a deep dive into saddle hunting, custom gear development, and the philosophy behind one of the most hands-on companies in the mobile hunting space.

Jerry shares how his military background and early hunting experiences shaped his approach to both business and gear design, before walking through the evolution of Custom Gear Modifications from its beginnings to what the company is today.

The conversation gets into the transition to saddle hunting, designing gear around real-world hunting experience, and why comfort is never a one-size-fits-all proposition. Jerry explains CGM's highly personal saddle-buying process, the advantages of keeping production in-house, and why remaining committed to American-made products matters to him.

They also break down climbing methods, tree access, saddle-hunting safety, and some of the considerations hunters should understand before choosing their own setup.

Whether you're already hunting from a saddle, thinking about making the switch, or simply interested in how hunting gear goes from an idea to a finished product, this conversation offers an inside look at the craftsmanship and experience behind Custom Gear Modifications.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Custom Gear Modifications
00:50 Jerry's Background and Military Experience
03:09 The Evolution of Custom Gear Modifications
07:53 Hunting Beginnings and Gear Development
12:03 Transition to Saddle Hunting
18:04 Hunting Strategies and Experiences
19:56 Reflections on Deer Season and Gear Creation
26:08 Crafting Custom Gear: The Art of In-House Production
27:31 Evolution of Saddles: From Concept to Comfort
32:03 Tailoring for Comfort: Custom Solutions for Every Body
35:39 Navigating the Saddle Buying Process: A Personal Touch
38:11 Beyond Saddles: Comprehensive Gear for the Hunter
40:32 Staying True to Roots: The Commitment to American-Made Products
41:56 Climbing Methods: Mastering the Art of Tree Access
45:24 Safety First: Understanding Climbing Techniques
52:37 Rapid Fire: Quick Insights on Saddle Hunting Gear

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In this episode of The Equalized Outdoors Podcast, we sit down with Andrew Hayes, host of Tackle Talk Podcast, for a deep conversation about fishing, hunting, and the journey from beginner confusion to real confidence on the water. Andrew shares how he taught himself the outdoors, why bass fishing became his obsession, and what he’s learned from years of helping anglers simplify tackle, strategy, and success. We get into everything from kayak fishing and river fishing to the rise of forward-facing sonar, the importance of honest fishing content, and why new anglers do not need to overcomplicate gear to start catching fish. Andrew also talks about the value of patience, time on the water, and how fishing can be one of the best outlets for stress, growth, and mental clarity.If you’re new to bass fishing, love river fishing, or just want a real conversation about the state of modern fishing, this one is packed with practical advice and perspective.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to The Equalized Outdoors Podcast

01:24 Show Open

02:55 The Brief & SITREP

06:14 OFF The Streets

07:27 The Bridge feat Andrew Hayes (Interview)

16:28 Hunting in Ohio: A Personal Journey

19:39 Choosing Bass Fishing Over Other Species

21:48 Kayak Fishing: A Unique Approach

31:36 The Motivation Behind Educating Others

36:41 Personal Success Stories in Fishing

40:45 Authenticity in the Fishing Community

47:59 Building Relationships in the Fishing Industry

55:16 The Cost of Competitive Fishing

01:05:50 Misconceptions for New Anglers

01:18:39 Techniques for Productive Fishing

01:26:59 The Mental Health Benefits of Fishing

01:34:59 Rapid Fire Questions and Final Thoughts

01:42:36 The Soundtrack & Outro (Never Enough By The Cure)

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