I would say I am not really influenced to hunt, I would do it without hunting shows and such, but I seek education. Podcasts I frequently listen to are Elk Talk (Corey Jacobsen and Randy Newberry), Gritty Podcast (Brian Call) and Jay Scott outdoors.
He taught me that being in the outdoors, respecting nature and appreciating God's gifts to us was most important. Being fortunate enough to take game was the icing on the cake.
My Dad, Grandpa and my brother top my list. Honorable mention would have to include Jack, Elmer and Gene for their educational writings and last but not least, Pat McManus. I've always been hard core, he always reminded me laugh and relax and look for the humor in being with friends and family while enjoying the outdoors.
My grandpa got us all into deer hunting.
He had a real passion for deer hunting as we all did.
Now all my grandkids (except the ones that are too young) deer hunt.