Hey everyone! Excited to be blogging with everyone here. Going to be hanging with fellow Ameristep brotherhood crew T-Bone and Nick Mundt tomorrow night! Ill get pics posted on the blog as soon as I can. Hope to be talking with everyone soon!
-Alec Nebel/Youth Pro Staff
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Clint Womeldorff - Ameristep Pro Staff
Hey all...
Thought I would drop in and say hello. My name is Clint Womeldorff and I am a recent addition to the Ameristep Pro Staff team. I am really looking forward to meeting new people and hearing tips and stories from everyone! I plan on visiting here as often as I can to share some tips and success stories of future hunts to come. Hopefully we can all share our experiences to help teach what to do (or what not to do in some cases... lol) and make us all better hunters.
Here's the low-down on where I come from... I was born and raised in a small rural community in Southeast Kansas where I continue to live and hunt. I started hunting whitetail with my dad 17 years ago and have hunted turkey for the past 10 years. I have had the joy and pleasure of hunting with family, friends and most importantly my 9 year old son. I hope to be able to pass down to him the excitement and passion that hunting has given to me.
Its about time to get out and start shed hunting and our turkey season is just around the corner. I just got back from the NWTF Convention in Nashville, made me ready to get out and start calling those gobblers! I am heading to Georgia in late March to turkey hunt with fellow Pro Staffer and good friend, Rodney Evans. In early April Rodney and his son are heading here to Kansas to video our boys turkey hunting and hopefully find some birds of our own! Good luck to everybody in the seasons to come and hope to hear from all of you in the near future with some tips, hunting stories and all out good fun!
Check back soon...
Clint Womeldorff
Thought I would drop in and say hello. My name is Clint Womeldorff and I am a recent addition to the Ameristep Pro Staff team. I am really looking forward to meeting new people and hearing tips and stories from everyone! I plan on visiting here as often as I can to share some tips and success stories of future hunts to come. Hopefully we can all share our experiences to help teach what to do (or what not to do in some cases... lol) and make us all better hunters.
Here's the low-down on where I come from... I was born and raised in a small rural community in Southeast Kansas where I continue to live and hunt. I started hunting whitetail with my dad 17 years ago and have hunted turkey for the past 10 years. I have had the joy and pleasure of hunting with family, friends and most importantly my 9 year old son. I hope to be able to pass down to him the excitement and passion that hunting has given to me.
Its about time to get out and start shed hunting and our turkey season is just around the corner. I just got back from the NWTF Convention in Nashville, made me ready to get out and start calling those gobblers! I am heading to Georgia in late March to turkey hunt with fellow Pro Staffer and good friend, Rodney Evans. In early April Rodney and his son are heading here to Kansas to video our boys turkey hunting and hopefully find some birds of our own! Good luck to everybody in the seasons to come and hope to hear from all of you in the near future with some tips, hunting stories and all out good fun!
Check back soon...
Clint Womeldorff
Turkey Hunting From Blinds
Hi All!
There's much that can be taught about turkey hunting...so much so that hundreds of books and articles have been written about it. I plan on blogging a short series on some of the basics to help out new turkey hunters in the near future, (and maybe even refresh some old timers!), but today I'd like to start with "blind hunting". And no, you won't need your white cane for this.
I've always been a traditional turkey hunter myself, in that I most often set up against a tree trunk when I work birds but a few years ago my then 9 year old son, Ryan, wanted to tag along to see what all the fuss was about. It was then that I purchased my first Ameristep Doghouse blind because keeping him still was gonna be dadgum impossible! LOL! I was very impressed with the price and the way it went up and down in no time so before long I had purchased three of them. That said, here's what I like to do when preparing to hunt turkeys from a blind today, as it ain't just for the kiddies anymore...
First of all, I scout hard and I scout early, and by that I mean I'm in the turkey woods in March getting to know my spots, looking for scratchings, and checking droppings. By the time mid-April swings around and Youth Day is within 2 weeks, I'll hit the woods and define where my set-ups will be. Oftentimes, even though it's not necessary with turkeys like it is with deer, to let them get used to them, I'll pop up a blind, anchor it securely, and I'll simply leave it up all season long....and I generally set up all my blinds in this manner. At first I was concerned about wind and the elements beating up the Doghouse but in the past 3 years they have yet to tear or falter.
Normally, I'll find a spot, (not directly under trees whose limbs are likely to land on them), and set them up in semi-sheltered areas in and around the edges of a field or old grassy road, or sometimes even deep in the turkey woods. I always drive the stakes in at sharp angles for extra holding power and tie the center of the roof poles so they don't slide down in heavy winds. Then I'll clear every bit of debris out from inside the blind and set up a small camp chair or two. This makes any internal movement whisper-quiet, no matter who's going to hunt there. This of course, after I've opened all windows and made sure of correct shooting lane placement.
Generally, my Doghouses go out a week before May 1st and they stay out until the season ends, which is the first week in June. Being in the hunting industry I often take friends, outdoor writers, and visiting prostaffers out to hunt, and so I like having blinds up on several properties, which always leaves us with a "plan B" or a "plan C" if "plan A" didn't pan out so well! lol! Not to mention a blind is just absolutely perfect for the kids.
By the time the season is upon us, I'll equip each turkey blind with aforementioned chairs, and maybe even a hand-cut shooting stick or two, just to be sure my clients are well off. And that's pretty much it for basic "blind hunting" on turkeys, except for the common sense things I should probably throw in, such as make sure when you set up your blind, you've considered all possible angles of the sun, you're not set up under a potential "widow-maker", and that the placement is such that you can easily slip in from behind the blind and enter in the door without spooking your quarry....not always possible but plausible to at least attempt! Quick and silent entry to any stand should always be sought.
I'll be back, as will the rest of our staff, to throw more tips and tactics atcha! Until the next blog, stay safe!
--Blaine Cardilli/ Ameristep prostaff
There's much that can be taught about turkey hunting...so much so that hundreds of books and articles have been written about it. I plan on blogging a short series on some of the basics to help out new turkey hunters in the near future, (and maybe even refresh some old timers!), but today I'd like to start with "blind hunting". And no, you won't need your white cane for this.
I've always been a traditional turkey hunter myself, in that I most often set up against a tree trunk when I work birds but a few years ago my then 9 year old son, Ryan, wanted to tag along to see what all the fuss was about. It was then that I purchased my first Ameristep Doghouse blind because keeping him still was gonna be dadgum impossible! LOL! I was very impressed with the price and the way it went up and down in no time so before long I had purchased three of them. That said, here's what I like to do when preparing to hunt turkeys from a blind today, as it ain't just for the kiddies anymore...
First of all, I scout hard and I scout early, and by that I mean I'm in the turkey woods in March getting to know my spots, looking for scratchings, and checking droppings. By the time mid-April swings around and Youth Day is within 2 weeks, I'll hit the woods and define where my set-ups will be. Oftentimes, even though it's not necessary with turkeys like it is with deer, to let them get used to them, I'll pop up a blind, anchor it securely, and I'll simply leave it up all season long....and I generally set up all my blinds in this manner. At first I was concerned about wind and the elements beating up the Doghouse but in the past 3 years they have yet to tear or falter.
Normally, I'll find a spot, (not directly under trees whose limbs are likely to land on them), and set them up in semi-sheltered areas in and around the edges of a field or old grassy road, or sometimes even deep in the turkey woods. I always drive the stakes in at sharp angles for extra holding power and tie the center of the roof poles so they don't slide down in heavy winds. Then I'll clear every bit of debris out from inside the blind and set up a small camp chair or two. This makes any internal movement whisper-quiet, no matter who's going to hunt there. This of course, after I've opened all windows and made sure of correct shooting lane placement.
Generally, my Doghouses go out a week before May 1st and they stay out until the season ends, which is the first week in June. Being in the hunting industry I often take friends, outdoor writers, and visiting prostaffers out to hunt, and so I like having blinds up on several properties, which always leaves us with a "plan B" or a "plan C" if "plan A" didn't pan out so well! lol! Not to mention a blind is just absolutely perfect for the kids.
By the time the season is upon us, I'll equip each turkey blind with aforementioned chairs, and maybe even a hand-cut shooting stick or two, just to be sure my clients are well off. And that's pretty much it for basic "blind hunting" on turkeys, except for the common sense things I should probably throw in, such as make sure when you set up your blind, you've considered all possible angles of the sun, you're not set up under a potential "widow-maker", and that the placement is such that you can easily slip in from behind the blind and enter in the door without spooking your quarry....not always possible but plausible to at least attempt! Quick and silent entry to any stand should always be sought.
I'll be back, as will the rest of our staff, to throw more tips and tactics atcha! Until the next blog, stay safe!
--Blaine Cardilli/ Ameristep prostaff
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Blaine Cardilli-- Ameristep Prostaff
Hi Folks!
My name is Blaine Cardilli and I'm a prostaffer with Ameristep. It's a fantastic company with great products and great people! I've been using their blinds & treestands for several years now and find they are the most affordable & reliable equipment line on the market today...so here I am! As to who I am, here's the skinny...
I've been in the professional end of the hunting industry since 2001 and have been a part of many prostaffs, including Browning, Winchester Ammo, CVA Muzzleloaders, and Bushnell. I'm currently 6 years with "Hunters Specialties", and am the founder and executive director of "INDIAN WIND Hunting Consultants" and "MOUNTAIN-MAN OUTDOOR MINISTRIES". I've been an outdoor writer and seminar speaker for over 10 years and besides my own column, "Blaine's Outdoor Journal", here in Maine, I've written for quite a few local, regional & online magazines including "Deer & Deer Hunting", "Realtree Outdoors", the NRA, the NWTF, US Hunting Today, and many more. I'm also vice president of our local Maine NWTF Chapter and was formerly president.
Enough said...lol. I like to know who I'm talking to so thought you might like to know, too.
TURKEY HUNTING!!!
Turkey hunting is only 2 months away here in Maine and I'm pumped! Maine started a public season in 1996 where I live, and I've been chasing them ever since. This spring they're allowing us a 2-bird limit so we'll be out hunting alot!! LOL! We, (my hunting partner & me), also do alot of filming for outdoor television so you can bet the cameras will be rolling, too!
I'll be back to post more later and will be adding tips and tactics for turkey hunting so check back often!
My name is Blaine Cardilli and I'm a prostaffer with Ameristep. It's a fantastic company with great products and great people! I've been using their blinds & treestands for several years now and find they are the most affordable & reliable equipment line on the market today...so here I am! As to who I am, here's the skinny...
I've been in the professional end of the hunting industry since 2001 and have been a part of many prostaffs, including Browning, Winchester Ammo, CVA Muzzleloaders, and Bushnell. I'm currently 6 years with "Hunters Specialties", and am the founder and executive director of "INDIAN WIND Hunting Consultants" and "MOUNTAIN-MAN OUTDOOR MINISTRIES". I've been an outdoor writer and seminar speaker for over 10 years and besides my own column, "Blaine's Outdoor Journal", here in Maine, I've written for quite a few local, regional & online magazines including "Deer & Deer Hunting", "Realtree Outdoors", the NRA, the NWTF, US Hunting Today, and many more. I'm also vice president of our local Maine NWTF Chapter and was formerly president.
Enough said...lol. I like to know who I'm talking to so thought you might like to know, too.
TURKEY HUNTING!!!
Turkey hunting is only 2 months away here in Maine and I'm pumped! Maine started a public season in 1996 where I live, and I've been chasing them ever since. This spring they're allowing us a 2-bird limit so we'll be out hunting alot!! LOL! We, (my hunting partner & me), also do alot of filming for outdoor television so you can bet the cameras will be rolling, too!
I'll be back to post more later and will be adding tips and tactics for turkey hunting so check back often!
Inside the office and Beyond the Blind
Good Morning :)
Just another Thursday Morning at the office...super busy. I have a bottomless coffee cup sitting on my desk. The phones are ringing off the hook. Neighboring cubicles typing away as fast as their fingers let them. A printer that is spitting out papers left and right. Clunky heels and heavy boots stomping up and down the steps. Side conversations are hovering all around me and the southern voice of Alan Jackson is tickling my ears. We are busy! And it is wonderful and exciting.
That is a little sneak peak at a typical day at the office. But it is not your typical 9-5. For one we work 8-5 haha and it is much more exciting than the average job. We get to set up blinds and tree stands daily and sometimes I feel like a kid in a candy story! I get so excited to introduce new products and we are extremely proud of everything we put our name on. We work on photo shoots, commercial shoots press releases and go to trade shows. We have a warehouse and office packed with some of the coolest and hardest working people I've ever met. We NEVER partake in office pranks and there is absolutely no laughing at Ameristep hahaha only work here "sarcasm". But the absolute best part of my job is being able to talk hunting all day long and networking with all of you. Through Ameristep and the hunting industry I have had the privileged to meet some truly amazing people that make coming into work everyday a blessing. We've met everyone from celebrities to business owners, to friends and fellow hunters. This industry just rocks and amazes me daily how passionate everyone is. And I think we can all agree that our jobs allow us one of the best feelings in the world. (Waking up early at the crack of dawn...even before dawn, with dew on the ground and the crisp morning air creeping through all the layers of warm camo hugging out bodies. Making our way through the muddy terrain with our heavy but warm hunting boots and backpacks stuffed with our favorite Ameristep Quality Hunting Gear weighing us down. The journey into the woods is indeed exhausting but incredibly worth every minute. Once set up you sit there surrounded by peace, quiet, nature, passion, anticipation, excitement, thoughts, love, serenity and know that everyone who chose to sleep in are missing out on the most beautiful and precious moments that only hunting can provide.) Yep Get excited for Turkey Season....we all are!
I sent an email out to all of our Pro Staffers today and they will also be logging in and blogging under Ameristep from time to time. With you they will share hunting tips, product advice, adventurous stories of their hunts, hunting news, family news...anything and everything really so stay tuned and get to know our staffers on a one to one basis. They are the best and Ameristep is lucky to have these men representing us.
On that note I will leave you with a little idea of exactly what Ameristep represents and what brings us all into work each and everyday!... "At Ameristep, we believe you shouldn't have to choose between safety and ease of use. Or between quality and cost. We believe in bringing you the newest innovations to enhance your outdoor experience. We believe safety is fundamental, so our products provide peace of mind. We believe in providing the things that allow outdoor enthusiasts of all experience levels to enjoy their sport. We believe in PERFORMANCE, QUALITY, VALUE and SAFETY. At Ameristep, WE BELIEVE!"
Have a great day and Happy Hunting to all of you.
Just another Thursday Morning at the office...super busy. I have a bottomless coffee cup sitting on my desk. The phones are ringing off the hook. Neighboring cubicles typing away as fast as their fingers let them. A printer that is spitting out papers left and right. Clunky heels and heavy boots stomping up and down the steps. Side conversations are hovering all around me and the southern voice of Alan Jackson is tickling my ears. We are busy! And it is wonderful and exciting.
That is a little sneak peak at a typical day at the office. But it is not your typical 9-5. For one we work 8-5 haha and it is much more exciting than the average job. We get to set up blinds and tree stands daily and sometimes I feel like a kid in a candy story! I get so excited to introduce new products and we are extremely proud of everything we put our name on. We work on photo shoots, commercial shoots press releases and go to trade shows. We have a warehouse and office packed with some of the coolest and hardest working people I've ever met. We NEVER partake in office pranks and there is absolutely no laughing at Ameristep hahaha only work here "sarcasm". But the absolute best part of my job is being able to talk hunting all day long and networking with all of you. Through Ameristep and the hunting industry I have had the privileged to meet some truly amazing people that make coming into work everyday a blessing. We've met everyone from celebrities to business owners, to friends and fellow hunters. This industry just rocks and amazes me daily how passionate everyone is. And I think we can all agree that our jobs allow us one of the best feelings in the world. (Waking up early at the crack of dawn...even before dawn, with dew on the ground and the crisp morning air creeping through all the layers of warm camo hugging out bodies. Making our way through the muddy terrain with our heavy but warm hunting boots and backpacks stuffed with our favorite Ameristep Quality Hunting Gear weighing us down. The journey into the woods is indeed exhausting but incredibly worth every minute. Once set up you sit there surrounded by peace, quiet, nature, passion, anticipation, excitement, thoughts, love, serenity and know that everyone who chose to sleep in are missing out on the most beautiful and precious moments that only hunting can provide.) Yep Get excited for Turkey Season....we all are!
I sent an email out to all of our Pro Staffers today and they will also be logging in and blogging under Ameristep from time to time. With you they will share hunting tips, product advice, adventurous stories of their hunts, hunting news, family news...anything and everything really so stay tuned and get to know our staffers on a one to one basis. They are the best and Ameristep is lucky to have these men representing us.
On that note I will leave you with a little idea of exactly what Ameristep represents and what brings us all into work each and everyday!... "At Ameristep, we believe you shouldn't have to choose between safety and ease of use. Or between quality and cost. We believe in bringing you the newest innovations to enhance your outdoor experience. We believe safety is fundamental, so our products provide peace of mind. We believe in providing the things that allow outdoor enthusiasts of all experience levels to enjoy their sport. We believe in PERFORMANCE, QUALITY, VALUE and SAFETY. At Ameristep, WE BELIEVE!"
Have a great day and Happy Hunting to all of you.
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