In this episode, Maggie Williams sits down with her longtime friend Buck Horton to talk about their time at Arkansas State, their collegiate involvement with Ducks Unlimited, and the paths their lives have taken since.

Buck shares his background as a trapper, how he got started, and why trapping continues to shape the way he hunts and views conservation. As a law student, Buck also gives listeners insight into how he balances a full-time job, his studies, and a life filled with hunting and trapping.

The two dive into fur-bearing animals in Arkansas, trapping tactics, and what really matters on the trapline. They also walk through a full day of trapping together, what setups worked, and the lessons learned along the way.

The conversation moves into bowhunting, bowfishing, discipline in the outdoors, and a turkey hunting story that nearly cost Buck his life!

Find our host Maggie at:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88Vw

Find Buck Horton:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DCuQWBbRt/?mibextid=wwXIfr

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebuckhorton?_r=1&_t=ZP-93De4NDWNv5

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebuckhorton/?hl=en

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thebuckhorton?si=KfUC1RJJDLrFthjS

🎯 Event Spotlight

Mark your calendars for the 2026 DSC Convention & Sporting Expo, happening February 6 through 8 in Atlanta, Georgia. This three-day expo features hundreds of top outfitters, firearm and gear manufacturers, artists, jewelers, and conservation partners. Enjoy family-friendly banquets and auctions designed to educate and inspire outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.

Join DSC in supporting their mission and get 25% off day passes using code WILD26 (all caps) at biggame.org. Get your tickets today and see y’all in Atlanta!

This episode is brought to you by Higdon Outdoors.
When it comes to waterfowl gear you can trust in the field, Higdon Outdoors has been setting the standard for decades. From lifelike decoys to innovative hunting solutions, Higdon is built for hunters who demand reliability when it matters most.
Use code MAGGIE at checkout to save on your next order at HigdonOutdoors.com and get geared up for your next hunt. (Code is valid for online Momarsh and Power Calls purchases as well!) https://higdonoutdoors.com


If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!

God bless! See y'all here same time next week.

This week on The Maggie Williams Podcast, our host, Maggie Williams, sits down with Andrew Ewing and Zach Olson, the duo behind Migration Destination Outfitters, after three incredible days of hunting on Long Island with Migration Destination and Beau and Lexie Brooks!

After getting Kate to pick up her first black ducks, we sit down and discuss what it really takes to run a successful waterfowl operation on the edge of the Atlantic. From early struggles to unforgettable guided hunts, to the time Zach put his entire life on the line to save the business, this episode pulls back the curtain on a side of duck hunting most people never see.

Find our host Maggie at:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88Vw

Find Migration Destination Outfitters Here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/migrationdestinationoutfitters/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@migrationdestinationoutfitters

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Migration-Destination-Outfitters-100089916227032/

Website: https://www.migrationdestinationoutfitters.com/duck-hunts

🎯 Event Spotlight

The Mallard Masters Championship returns to Augusta, Arkansas, on Saturday, January 17, 2025, with an all-day expo, live music, duck gumbo, kids zone, and live demonstrations. Register your team or become a vendor at mallardmasterschampionship.com.

This episode is brought to you by Higdon Outdoors.
On our black duck hunt, we got to try out the all new Higdon Outdoors BLACK DUCK Pulsators! And they were a hit! When it comes to waterfowl gear you can trust in the field, Higdon Outdoors has been setting the standard for decades. From lifelike decoys to innovative hunting solutions, Higdon is built for hunters who demand reliability when it matters most.
Use code MAGGIE at checkout to save on your next order at HigdonOutdoors.com and get geared up for your next hunt. (Code is valid for online Momarsh and Power Calls purchases as well!) https://higdonoutdoors.com

Poncho Outdoors makes rugged, comfortable men’s outdoor shirts designed for hunters and outdoorsmen. Great fit, durable fabric — perfect for a day in the field or a night around the campfire. See their full gear lineup here: https://ponchooutdoors.com

If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!

God bless! See y'all here same time next week.

In this episode of The Maggie Williams Podcast, Maggie sits down with Pat Spinosa, host of the Like a Farmer podcast for a conversation that happened exactly how most great hunting stories do: on the road, with a duck hunt waiting at the end.

Pat has built his platform around honoring rural America, agriculture, and the people who keep tradition alive through hard work, faith, and respect for the land. Through Like a Farmer, he shares stories from farming, hunting, sports, and music, all tied together by grit, legacy, and a deep connection to where we come from.

This interview wasn’t recorded in a studio. Pat stopped in while traveling to hunt, and that setting made the conversation all the more authentic. Maggie and Pat talk about the importance of storytelling in agriculture and the outdoors, preserving tradition in a modern world, and why the best conversations often happen when life is moving and the woods are calling.

Find our host Maggie at:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaggiewilliams?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaggiewilliams/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themaggiewilliamspodcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnJHqUBdfgnFLc3P87r88Vw


Find Pat and Like A Farmer Here:

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/pat_spinosa/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/likeafarmerpodcast/?hl=en

Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/likeafarmerpodcast/?hl=en

This episode is brought to you by Higdon Outdoors.
When it comes to waterfowl gear you can trust in the field, Higdon Outdoors has been setting the standard for decades. From lifelike decoys to innovative hunting solutions, Higdon is built for hunters who demand reliability when it matters most.
Use code MAGGIE at checkout to save on your next order at HigdonOutdoors.com and get geared up for your next hunt. (Code is valid for online Momarsh and Power Calls purchases as well!) https://higdonoutdoors.com

Tactacam Reveal 3.0 is a next-gen trail camera with low-glow, built-in GPS, and multi-carrier connectivity — ideal for scouting game and capturing trail action with clarity and reliability. Check it out here: https://www.tactacam.com/reveal-trail-cam

For all-around hunting camp or property surveillance, Tactacam Defend 360 gives you pan/tilt/zoom control over cellular — no Wi-Fi needed — so you can monitor off-grid ground from anywhere. Learn more at: https://www.tactacam.com/defend-360-cam

Poncho Outdoors makes rugged, comfortable men’s outdoor shirts designed for hunters and outdoorsmen. Great fit, durable fabric — perfect for a day in the field or a night around the campfire. See their full gear lineup here: https://ponchooutdoors.com

If you enjoyed this week's podcast, please share it with a friend and give us a five-star rating. If you're feeling generous, I sure would appreciate a review! Thank you so much for putting us at #3 in the nation on the Wilderness Charts. All Glory to the Good Lord!

God bless! See y'all here same time next week.