Brodie Swisher

Tennessee

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Writer / Blogger / Speaker / World Champion Game Caller /

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Hunter Sues Game Warden for Wrongful Baiting Accusation

1 week ago | bowhunting.com | Brodie Swisher

Look back over the last few years, and you’ll find a handful of cases where overeager game wardens crossed the line, making false charges on hunters, particularly deer hunters that found success on a deer worthy of the wall. And that’s exactly what Iowa deer hunter, Mark Luster, is saying happened to him this past season.
Hunting Legend Phil Robertson Dies at 79

1 week ago | bowhunting.com | Brodie Swisher

A message shared on the Phil Robertson Facebook page shared the news of his passing on Sunday. We celebrate today that our father, husband, and grandfather, Phil Robertson, is now with the Lord. He reminded us often of the words of Paul, “you do not grieve like those who have no hope.
Hoyt AX-2 29 Bow Review

2 weeks ago | bowhunting.com | Brodie Swisher

It’s been a long time coming, but Hoyt has finally released a flagship aluminum bow that cracks the 30″ axle to axle mark. The 2025 Hoyt Alpha AX-2 is available in two options – the 29, which is actually 29.5 axle to axle, and the 32 (32 5/16″). However, for this review, we’re talking specifically about the 29. Following in the footsteps of the popular Alpha X bows released for 2024, the AX-2 29 weighs in lighter, shorter and more hunter-friendly than ever before.
Archer Shot in Accident at Total Archery Challenge in West Virginia

2 weeks ago | bowhunting.com | Brodie Swisher

Tragedy struck this past weekend on the mountains in West Virginia when an archer was shot in a freak accident while attending the recent Total Archery Challenge event. Details are still emerging as to exactly what happened on the course, but according to a statement posted on the Total Archery Challenge (TAC) Facebook account, the incident was confirmed, and the individual was said to be in stable condition and recovering.
Elite Artus Bow Review

3 weeks ago | bowhunting.com | Brodie Swisher

For 2025, Elite Archery came to the table with a shorter axle to axle bow offering, designed specifically to meet the demands of whitetail hunters wanting a shorter option. Meet the 2025 Elite Artus. Coming in at a slim, trim and compact 30″ package, the Artus is just what hunters across the eastern U.S. ordered when it comes to a hunter-friendly bow option better fitted for the whitetail woods and the treestands and ground blinds where deer hunters hang out.
Big Changes Coming for the 2026 ATA Show

4 weeks ago | bowhunting.com | Brodie Swisher

Alongside the archery tournament, the ATA will debut the Archery & Bowhunting Supershow, a ticketed public event taking place January 9-10. This new event will attract archery and bowhunting enthusiasts from around the country to see a full line of products from some of the country’s leading archery and bowhunting manufacturers.
Oklahoma to Charge Nonresident Fee to Hunt Public Lands

1 month ago | bowhunting.com | Brodie Swisher

Oklahoma hunters may find their favorite hunting grounds a little less crowded this fall as new legislation is moving towards better regulation of public lands for the upcoming season. More and more states are tightening up on the issue of overcrowding on public lands these days. Oklahoma is the latest to make a move with their bill (Senate Bill 448) designed to regulate nonresident hunters on state wildlife management areas.
What Gear Do I Need to Get Started Bowfishing?

1 month ago | bowhunting.com | Brodie Swisher

Springtime is here, and many hunters have switched their focus from deer to gobbling turkeys and catching fish. But if you really want to try something different, an adventure that combines the best of hunting, and fishing, you really ought to consider bowfishing. Bowfishing is a combination of a few of the best things in life – archery, hunting, fishing, boating, and possibly – swimming.
Turkey Calling Q&A

1 month ago | bowhunting.com | Brodie Swisher

Turkey seasons are well underway across the country, but many states have seasons that extend to Memorial Day, or even early June! Turkey hunters know there aren’t many experiences that match the sight and sounds of a stud gobbler sashaying into range, especially when they come to the call. And refining the craft is always more effective during real time hunting scenarios.
Bowtech Proven 34 Bow Review

1 month ago | bowhunting.com | Brodie Swisher

Bowtech released their new Proven 34 bow for 2025 with their sights set on delivering the best of their features and tuning technology in a 34″ axle to axle bow. The end result was an impressive bow that shoots smooth and steady and provides stability beyond what we’ve seen from Bowtech in the past. The bow is being touted as the perfect blend of performance, stability and reliability.