The Everyday Bow Hunter Podcast

Welcome to ‘The Everyday Bow Hunter‘ podcast. This is your destination for crazy but captivating stories, expert tips, gear reviews, and more. Join hosts Mike Manley, a retired Green Beret turned strategic tree stand hunter, and Dan Zeamer, a master of ground hunting, as they explore the world of bow hunting from two distinct perspectives.

Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or just getting started in archery, our bow hunting podcast is designed to educate, entertain, and inspire. Tune in weekly for a fresh take on bow hunting and gear up for your next adventure.

Ep. 47: Big Woods Heartbreak and Late R...

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00:50:58

December 03, 2025

Ep. 46: Deer Down, Jevin's Comeback, Oc...

In Episode 46 of The Everyday Bow Hunter Podcast, we’re back at hunting camp and our buddy Jevin is on a roll!He...

00:46:38

October 21, 2025

Ep. 45: What Deer Eat When Acorns FAIL ...

In this episode, I’m joined by my son Trevor Manley—a Penn State Wildlife & Fisheries Sciences grad—for ...

00:47:30

September 24, 2025

Ep. 44: Pre-Season Bowhunting Prep, Tra...

The season is almost here, and Mike Manley (retired Green Beret, lifelong bowhunter) and Dan Ziemer break down eve...

00:54:42

September 10, 2025

Ep. 43: The Bow Hunting Mistakes We Sti...

This one’s for every bowhunter who’s ever blown a setup, left the bow hanging too long, or climbed a tree and ...

01:07:12

August 18, 2025

Ep. 42: Fine-Tuning for Archery Season ...

In this episode, Dan and I dig into how we are fine-tuning our bows, arrows, and training for the upcoming archery...

00:53:57

July 26, 2025

Ep. 41: Public Land Grab Denied, PA Sun...

In this episode of The Everyday Bow Hunter Podcast, we tackle three big stories every bowhunter should care about:...

00:38:55

July 04, 2025

Ep. 40: 150 Yards or Bust? What 10 Year...

n this episode, Dan and I dig into the data from our 10-year deer study — specifically the post “Where Bucks B...

00:47:04

June 12, 2025

Ep. 39: Why The Next 4 Months Matter Fo...

If you’re a bowhunter, your success this fall starts right now. In this episode, I break down why the next 4 mon...

00:51:17

May 30, 2025

Ep. 38: Dad Caught a Giant Trout...Then...

This episode kicks off with one of the funniest moments we’ve had in camp — and no, it’s not about deer or t...

00:51:24

May 09, 2025

Ep. 37: Why Your Bow Setup Might Be Hol...

Most bowhunters set their sight and forget it. But dialing in your bow sight the right way—with real field feedb...

00:52:33

April 10, 2025

Ep. 36: Spring Scouting Buck Bedding Ar...

Spring scouting is the key to unlocking mature buck bedding areas in hill country. If you want to tag a big buck t...

00:51:49

March 20, 2025

Ep. 35: The Bow Hunters Off Season (Sma...

The hunt doesn’t start in the fall—it starts right now in the off-season. In this episode of The Everyday Bow ...

00:58:59

March 07, 2025

Ep. 34: Dialing in Our Bows: What We Ch...

Bowhunting success isn’t just about what happens during the season—it’s about theadjustments you make in the...

00:52:54

February 11, 2025

Ep. 33: Our Tips for Bowhunting Success...

Bowhunting success isn’t just about what happens in the fall—it starts with the work you put in during the off...

00:49:29

January 23, 2025

Ep. 32: Scouting the Late Season | What...

Late-season bow hunting offers unique opportunities to tag a buck and set yourself up for future success. In this ...

00:41:58

December 30, 2024

Ep. 31: Lessons from a Tough Bow Season...

Dan and I sit down to reflect on the hard lessons we learned during this challenging bow season. From in-season sc...

00:56:49

December 12, 2024

Ep. 30: Buck Down (The Crazy Ending No ...

In this episode, Dan and I dive into the drama we encountered after a buck was hit during the last weekend of fall...

00:45:57

November 26, 2024

Ep. 29: Deer Drought is Over! But the S...

An epic start to the deer season with a deer down in camp and a 51-year drought ended. This was an incredible star...

00:49:02

October 29, 2024

Ep. 28: Opening Day is HERE! | Your Bow...

Archery season is here and we dive into our opening day plans, discuss how we measure deer hunting success on publ...

00:52:25

October 02, 2024

Ep. 27: The Fall Shift is Here & Its Ab...

In this episode, we discuss the fall shift and what bucks are doing now as the early season kicks in and the Penns...

00:42:33

September 17, 2024

Ep. 26: Deer Hunting Times, Weather, an...

When is the best time and weather to hunt? This week we dive into our favorite hunting scenarios, the weather cond...

00:50:13

September 05, 2024

Ep. 25: Beginner Bow Hunting Mistakes t...

Every archery season we find something to screw up. In this episode, Dan and I dig into a ton of beginner bow hunt...

00:53:10

August 23, 2024

Ep. 24: You've Found Deer, Now What? | ...

You've found great buck sign, but what do you do next? Dan and I discuss what we do for treestand and ground-h...

00:46:46

August 14, 2024

Ep. 23: How to Hunt the Early Season (B...

In this episode, Dan and I detail how we hunt deer in the early season and mistakes to avoid for a safe and drama-...

00:48:05

July 26, 2024