Worldwide Hunting Adventures, Big Bore Airgun Hunts, Mr. Whitetails Hunting Notes, & More!

Описание: Show Notes: Catfish Radio with Luke Clayton

Date: January 3, 2026



Episode Summary To kick off the new year, Luke and Larry Weishuhn discuss the onset of the deer breeding season in South Texas. The show then welcomes Wade Derby from Crosshair Consulting for a two-part discussion on booking bucket-list adventures, ranging from Alaska to Africa. Finally, Luke wraps up the hour with a solo segment on the growing world of big-bore airgun hunting, sharing tips on getting within range of game.



Segment 1: Campfire Talk with Larry Weishuhn

Topic: The Rut in South Texas & Late Season Strategies.



Discussion: Larry "Mr. Whitetail" Weishuhn joins Luke to report on the "second rut" occurring in North Texas and the primary rut just kicking off in the brush country of South Texas.



Field Notes: Larry shares a story about rattling in a buck recently and emphasizes that despite the calendar turning to January, the hunting season is far from over. He notes that scrapes are being freshened up again and bucks are actively responding to rattling horns.



Segment 2: Crosshair Consulting with Wade Derby

Topic: Planning and Booking Hunts.



Discussion: Wade Derby of Crosshair Consulting joins the show to explain the role of a hunting consultant. He discusses how he helps clients navigate the complex logistics of tags, travel, and outfitter selection.



Featured Hunts: The conversation touches on accessible hunts for the "working man," such as black bear hunting, which Wade notes is a fantastic and affordable adventure compared to high-dollar sheep hunts.



Segment 3: Worldwide Hunting with Wade Derby

Topic: International Adventures & The "Bucket List".



Discussion: Wade continues the conversation by shifting focus to international destinations. They discuss the appeal of African safaris, particularly for plains game like kudu and impala, which remain a high-value option for hunters.



Insight: Wade advises listeners to stop putting off their dream hunts ("someday I'll go"), encouraging them to book now while health and opportunity align, rather than waiting for a perfect moment that might never come.



Segment 4: Airgun Hunting with Luke Clayton

Topic: The Challenge of Big Bore Airguns.



Discussion: Luke closes the show discussing his passion for hunting with big bore air rifles (specifically .45 and .50 caliber). He explains that unlike long-range centerfire rifles, airguns require getting close—typically within 75 to 100 yards.



Technique: Luke describes the satisfaction of the stalk and the necessity of getting "bow range" close, which brings the excitement of the hunt back to the basics of woodsmanship.



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Crosshair Consulting: crosshairconsulting.com