Episodes

  • Ep. 130 - Neosho Bass: Responsibility, not Regulation (PART 5)
    Sep 11 2024
    Final episode of our 5 part mini-series looking at Micropterus velox aka the Neosho Bass. On this episode, we reflect on we've learned so far and what we're gonna do with that information. 'A Poem on Hope' by Wendell Berry Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cellular trail cameras with A.I. integration Acres - Value land with confidence in minutes Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'JIMBLUFF' for 12% off Pack Rat Outdoor Center - Gear for the Adventurous Outdoorsman SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman. Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett) AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Ep. 129 - Neosho Bass: Preserving a Legacy (PART 4)
    Sep 4 2024
    PART 4 of our 5 part mini-series looking at Micropterus velox aka the Neosho Bass. On this episode, we are joined again by Trevor Starks and Tony Rodger, formerly of the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, to discuss management tactics based on this new research. Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cellular trail cameras with A.I. integration Acres - Value land with confidence in minutes Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'JIMBLUFF' for 12% off Pack Rat Outdoor Center - Gear for the Adventurous Outdoorsman SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman. Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett) AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Ep. 128 - Neosho Bass: Changes in the River (PART 3)
    Aug 28 2024
    PART 3 of our 5 part mini-series looking at Micropterus velox aka the Neosho Bass. On this episode, we are joined by Donavan Clary and Larry Clark, fishing guides on the Illinois River with 30+ years of experience to discuss the changes they've observed regarding the Neosho Bass. Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cellular trail cameras with A.I. integration Acres - Value land with confidence in minutes Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'JIMBLUFF' for 12% off Pack Rat Outdoor Center - Gear for the Adventurous Outdoorsman SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman. Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett) AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
    Show more Show less
    51 mins
  • Ep. 127 - Neosho Bass: A Million Years (PART 2)
    Aug 21 2024
    PART 2 of our 5 part mini-series looking at Micropterus velox aka the Neosho Bass. On this episode, we are joined again by Dr. Andrew Taylor (University of North Georgia) and Dr. Jim Long (US Geological Survey), leading ichthyologists to dive into the complicated and fascinating scientific history of the Neosho Bass. Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cellular trail cameras with A.I. integration Acres - Value land with confidence in minutes Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'JIMBLUFF' for 12% off Pack Rat Outdoor Center - Gear for the Adventurous Outdoorsman SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman. Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett) AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
    Show more Show less
    39 mins
  • Ep. 126 - Neosho Bass: Living in the Shadows (PART 1)
    Aug 14 2024
    PART 1 of our 5 part mini-series looking at Micropterus velox aka the Neosho Bass. On this first episode, we are joined by Dr. Andrew Taylor (University of North Georgia) and Dr. Jim Long (US Geological Survey), leading ichthyologists to dive into the complicated and fascinating scientific history of the Neosho Bass. We're really excited about this one and hope you will be too. Enjoy! Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cellular trail cameras with A.I. integration Acres - Value land with confidence in minutes Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'JIMBLUFF' for 12% off Pack Rat Outdoor Center - Gear for the Adventurous Outdoorsman SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman. Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett) AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
    Show more Show less
    52 mins
  • Ep. 125 - Daniel Mallette of Growing Deer TV - Harvest More Deer with this Management Checklist
    Aug 7 2024
    Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cellular trail cameras with A.I. integration Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'JIMBLUFF' for 12% off Pack Rat Outdoor Center - Gear for the Adventurous Outdoorsman We headed up to Missouri to sit down with our second guest from Growing Deer TV, Mr. Daniel Mallette, to discuss summer land management tactics hunters can apply for more success come deer season. We also dive into the difference between high quality and low quality timber, how to get more sunlight on the ground, and the best places to set up deer stands. Enjoy! SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman. Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett) AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Ep. 124 - Steve Dally - Hopper Fishing for BIG Brown Trout
    Jul 31 2024
    Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cellular trail cameras with A.I. integration Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'JIMBLUFF' for 12% off Pack Rat Outdoor Center - Gear for the Adventurous Outdoorsman We've got something brewing that has NEVER been discussed in a podcast format...and we're taking time to build it out the best we can. SO, today is a re-release of one of our favorite episodes with Steve Dally about Hopper Fishing for BIG Brown Trout on the White River. Enjoy! SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman. Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett) AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Ep. 123 - Bobby Harrison - Creek Fishing for Smallmouth Bass with Traditional Tackle
    Jul 24 2024
    Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cellular trail cameras with A.I. integration Canis Technical Hunting Apparel - Discount Code: 'OZARK' for 15% off Umarex Airguns - Discount Code: 'JIMBLUFF' for 12% off We traveled up to Phillipsburg, MO to sit down with smallmouth lover and vintage fisherman Bobby Harrison to discuss fishing small creeks in the Ozarks. We also dove into Bobby's recent transition into fly fishing and why he loves chasing smallmouth more than any other fish. Enjoy! Follow Bobby on instagram @theozarksfisherman SUBSCRIBER ONLY PODCAST --> The Check Station The Ozark podcast sits down with men and women from the Ozarks who have a passion for the outdoors. Our aim is to listen, learn, and pass along their knowledge and experiences to help you become a better outdoorsman. Our hosts are Kyle Veit (@kyleveit_) and Kyle Plunkett (@kyle_plunkett) AND our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Follow us on Instagram: @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com
    Show more Show less
    54 mins