Hunting has always been about more than harvesting an animal. It's about traditions, family, community, and passing our passion for the outdoors on to the next generation.

On this episode of The Dreaded Archer Podcast, I'm joined by Jason Everett to discuss his journey into hunting, his passion for the outdoors, and the hunting culture that makes East Texas and the Four States region unique.

We dive into the upcoming Whitetail Round Up, an event bringing hunters, families, and outdoor enthusiasts together for a day of education, hands-on activities, and community involvement. We also discuss the Four States Hunting Expo, the challenges facing today's hunters, and the importance of supporting local outdoor businesses.

But the conversation goes beyond hunting events. We tackle some bigger questions: Are we doing enough to introduce kids to the outdoors? Is hunting becoming too expensive for the average family? And what can experienced hunters do to make sure the next generation has the same opportunities we had growing up?

We also discuss the vision behind the Dreaded Archer Mobile Outdoor Campus and how partnerships within the outdoor community can help introduce more young people to archery, hunting, fishing, and conservation.

Whether you're a lifelong hunter or someone just getting interested in the outdoors, this conversation is about preserving our traditions while creating opportunities for the next generation.

Whitetail Round Up
November 7, 2026
North Shore Park – Wright Patman Lake, Texas

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Colton David returns to The Dreaded Archer Podcast for Part 2, and this time we're diving into a conversation that goes far beyond bows and hunting.

We kick things off with a powerful discussion about mental health and the impact archery can have on someone's life. Colton shares how picking up a bow helped him navigate some of his darkest moments and how archery became more than just a hobby. We explore the importance of finding an outlet, overcoming personal struggles, and using our platforms to make a positive impact on others.

From there, we catch up on Colton's recent hunting adventures, the lessons learned along the way, and his goals heading into the 2027 hunting season. We also turn our attention to the archery industry, sharing our predictions for the 2027 bow lineups and debating whether manufacturers are running out of meaningful innovations. With flagship bow prices continuing to climb, are hunters actually getting better technology, or are we paying more for marginal improvements? We also discuss magnesium risers, emerging technology, and which bow manufacturers have the most to prove.

Throughout the episode, we share our thoughts on the current state of archery, the influence of social media, and the importance of growing the sport while preserving the community that makes it special.

Whether you're a seasoned bowhunter or someone just discovering archery, this conversation is a reminder that the outdoors can offer something far more valuable than a successful hunt.

On this episode of The Dreaded Archer Podcast, I sit down with Colton Davis for a conversation that goes way beyond bows and broadheads.

We get into the gear-obsessed side of modern archery and one simple truth: spending more money won’t fix the suck. From constantly tinkering with setups and chasing the newest flagship bow to understanding when the problem is actually the person behind the string, we talk about what really makes someone a better archer.

We also dive into the controversial world of high-fence hunting and ranches. Is high-fence hunting still hunting? Does the size of the property matter? Where does fair chase begin and end? And are hunters actually arguing about ethics or about what should count as an accomplishment?

But this episode goes deeper than hunting and gear. Colton and I also discuss mental health, the peace we find behind a bow and in the woods, and why the outdoors can become such an important outlet when life gets heavy.

Gear. Tinkering. High fences. Hunting ethics. Mental health. And plenty of archery hot takes.

This is one of those conversations where we probably won't all agree and that's exactly the point.