The Meant 2B Outdoors Podcast
God, Hunting, Fishing, Camping, and Survival: Connecting people to God the Creator, nature, and others is our passion. We have studied biology, outdoor recreation, and leadership in order to best prepare to be your nature resource! With over two decades of combined experience in the outdoor industry and hands on experience with over 50 wildlife species it is our honor to share our passion and experiences with you!
Episodes
Thursday Jun 22, 2023
Freshwater Boating Etiquette
Thursday Jun 22, 2023
Thursday Jun 22, 2023
This week we sit down to discuss all the written and "unwritten rules" of boating on freshwater lakes. We talk about how to be respectful, safe, and considerate at all times on the water. Whether you own a boat or rent one we hope you'll listen so you are prepared next time you're on the water. Some of our personal stories will really hit home and inspire you to be part of the change.
Thursday Jun 15, 2023
How to Fish a Drop Shot
Thursday Jun 15, 2023
Thursday Jun 15, 2023
The drop shot is a great way to catch bass in all depths of water, but we love to use it to target deep post spawners. In this episode we share how we rig it, when we use it, where we use it and how we learned the technique. We also share stories from a recent trip utilizing the drop shot. Whether you want to learn for the first time or just compare you technique to ours, we hope you'll join us.
Thursday Jun 08, 2023
”Life in Cambodia” Featuring Cody Rogers
Thursday Jun 08, 2023
Thursday Jun 08, 2023
In this episode Brian and Ben sit down with missionary and good friend Cody Rogers to discuss life in Cambodia. Cody and his wife have lived in Cambodia for eight years and have seen more of the world than most people can imagine. We discuss everything from the outdoors to sharing the Word of God in a country that has experienced Communist genocide.
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
Post Spawn Bass Fishing
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
Post spawn bass fishing can be a great time of year to catch lots of fish. As summer approaches and the bass begin to leave their spawning areas it is time to make some tactical adjustments. We recently went and spent a day fishing for post spawn bass. In this episode we share the details of our day on the water and several tips and tricks for targeting post spawn bass. If you plan to get out and chase some bass soon, then you don't want to miss this episode!
Thursday May 25, 2023
Outdoors in New England
Thursday May 25, 2023
Thursday May 25, 2023
In this episode hosts Brian and Ben sit down with guest Aaron Norrick to discuss all things outdoors in New England. Aaron is from the Ozarks, but now resides in Connecticut and has been able to experience some incredible outdoor adventures. After this episode you'll be planning a trip to experience all the East Coast outdoors has to offer. There is so much more to be excited about out east than we ever imagined!
Thursday May 18, 2023
What To Do With Baby Wildlife
Thursday May 18, 2023
Thursday May 18, 2023
This time of year there are several types of wildlife having babies. From birds and rabbits to whitetail deer, the question becomes what do we do when we encounter these young? In this episode we give examples and share advice about how to handle some of the most common situations we encounter with baby wildlife.
Thursday May 11, 2023
Turkeys Need Our Help!
Thursday May 11, 2023
Thursday May 11, 2023
Turkey populations have shown a steady decline in much of the U.S. over the last several years. In this episode we discuss why this is happening, what state agencies are doing to combat it, and the changes "We the People' need to be making. Whether you are a hunter or not, this episode is for you, as we all have a role to play in reversing this trend.
Thursday May 04, 2023
Spring Turkey Hunting
Thursday May 04, 2023
Thursday May 04, 2023
In this episode Ben and Brian share the details of their recent turkey hunting adventures. Including, one of the best days of turkey hunting they've ever had!
Ben and Brian
Ben and Brian grew up in the Ozarks of Southern Missouri. Living in the natural beauty of the Ozarks instilled a passion for Creation in each of them at a very young age. As avid outdoorsmen they fostered a friendship working in the restaurant industry while finishing their undergrad studies. Over a decade ago they began talking about owning an Outdoor Education business. Twelve years, 6 college degrees, 2 corporate leadership jobs later, Ben and Brian took the leap and started Meant 2B Outdoors. Subscribe, and join us on our many adventures!