Pennsylvanian Woodsman - Running Your Own Race: Late Season Lessons from the Woods

Sportsmen's Empire - Whitetail Hunting

Sportsmen's Empire Outdoor Network

Sports, Technology, Wilderness, Leisure, Hobbies

4.8 • 615 Ratings

🗓️ 7 January 2026

⏱️ 79 minutes

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In this New Year episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, Mitchell is joined once again by Jason Goe from Final Stand for a wide-ranging conversation that blends late-season deer hunting tactics with honest reflection on priorities, pressure, and purpose. The discussion moves through practical topics like late-season scouting, mobile setups comparing climbers and saddles, managing hunting pressure, and how Jason balances hunting across Pennsylvania and Maryland. Along the way, they unpack how gear choices, access, food sources, and pressure shape late-season success—and why adapting your approach matters as seasons, landscapes, and life circumstances change.As the conversation deepens, the focus shifts beyond tactics to mindset. Mitchell and Jason openly wrestle with comparison, social media pressure, goal-setting, and the challenge of staying present in the woods—especially as fathers introducing their kids to hunting. From sharing campfires and deer drives to slowing down hunts so young hunters can enjoy them, the episode highlights the importance of fellowship, mentorship, and keeping hunting fun. It’s an honest reminder that success isn’t always measured in filled tags, but in shared moments, growth, and learning to “run your own race” in the woods and in life. Our Sponsors: * Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code SE for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.com * Check out Troll Co Clothing and use my code EMPIRE25 for a great deal: https://www.trollco.com/hunting Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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0:55.2	This show is driven to provide relatable hunting and outdoor content in the Keystone State and surrounding Northeast.
1:01.1	On this show, you'll hear an array of perspectives from biologists and industry professionals
1:05.2	to average Joe's with a lifetime of knowledge.
1:08.5	All centered around values aiming to be better outdoorsmen and women.
1:12.3	Both in the field as well as home and daily life.
1:15.6	No clicks, no self-interest, just delight in the pursuit of creation.
1:20.4	And now, your host, the man who's too good to stop for a roadkill deer to check it out.
1:26.4	Mitchell Shirk.
1:35.1	Thank you. to stop for a roadkill deer to check it out mitchell shirt happy new year everybody the first episode of 2026 i still can't believe i'm saying this that i'm doing another episode 2026 we started
1:41.9	this back in 2021 may of 2021 and I'm closing in on five years with the
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