Join award-winning outdoor columnist Brandon Butler and renowned radio DJ Nathan "Shags" McLeod as they team up to bring you the ultimate Midwest outdoor adventure experience on the Driftwood Outdoors Podcast.
Whether you're an avid hunter, passionate fisherman, or just love the great outdoors, this podcast is your go-to source for everything Midwest outdoor life. As the Midwest's outdoor authority, Driftwood Outdoors Podcast delivers a perfect blend of information and entertainment, covering topics like hunting, fishing, conservation, outdoor gear, and even a bit of fun with stories about Shags' Alien encounter!
Every Tuesday morning, new episodes will take you on a journey through the wild, featuring exciting interviews, expert tips, and inspiring outdoor adventures. So, whether you're on the hunt for knowledge or just looking to have some fun, we invite you to join us on this wild ride.
We’ll see you down the trail!
After more than six and a half years, 339 episodes, and countless miles traveled, this isn’t goodbye… it’s see you later.
In this special episode, Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod sit down to reflect on the journey of the Driftwood Outdoors Podcast—from the early days of clinking ice in whiskey glasses at the cabin to recording across the country and around the world. What started as a passion project grew into something far bigger than either of them imagined, opening doors, building lifelong friendships, and creating memories that will last forever.
They revisit the moments that mattered most—unforgettable trips, incredible guests, personal highs and lows, and the community that formed around the podcast. From health scares and loss to growth, success, and new beginnings, Driftwood has been there through it all.
But as life gets busier and priorities shift, the guys have made the decision to step back from the weekly grind. This episode dives into the why behind that choice, what’s next—including new adventures, films, and future projects—and how they plan to focus on quality over quantity moving forward.
Most importantly, this is a thank you—to every listener, supporter, guest, sponsor, and friend who made this journey possible. The podcast may be pausing… but the stories aren’t over.
We’ll see you down the trail
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24 Mar 2026TRANSCRIPT
Ep. 338: MoNSAP: Missouri State Archery Tournament
With Brandon Butler overseas in Europe, Nathan “Shags” McLeod calls in a special co-host—his wife Savannah—to help bring you a boots-on-the-ground episode from the Missouri National Archery in the Schools Program (MoNASP) State Archery Championship in Branson, Missouri.
Held annually at the Branson Convention Center, the MoNASP State Championship is one of the largest youth archery tournaments in the country, drawing more than 4,000 student archers from nearly 300 schools across Missouri.
This episode captures the energy, excitement, and heart behind the event, featuring conversations with the people who make it all happen—from conservation leaders and organizers to students competing on the biggest stage of their young archery careers.
Guests in this episode include:
Tricia Burkhardt, Executive Director of the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation
Will Coates, Board President of the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation
Micah and Carter, Rock Bridge High School Archery Team
Chris Massman, VP of Member Services with Missouri Electric Cooperatives
Miahra, 5th grade archer from Billings, Missouri
Tanner and Tripp from Arnold, Missouri
Ashlie Veede and Francisco Delgado with Explore Branson
Levi Henry with Morrell Targets
Rob Garver, Missouri Department of Conservation State Education Outreach Coordinator
From first-time competitors to lifelong conservation advocates, this episode highlights what makes MoNASP so special—building confidence, discipline, and a lifelong connection to the outdoors for students across the state.
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Missouri Dept. of Conservation (https://mdc.mo.gov/)
Missouri Electric Co-op (https://www.moelectriccoops.com/)
Missouri Electric Co-op Youth program (https://www.moelectriccoops.com/youth-program-interest/)
MoNasp (https://mochf.org/event/monasp-state-archery-championship/)
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17 Mar 2026TRANSCRIPT
Ep. 337: Raise Your Vibe: Nick Boskovich on HI-VIBE, Health, and the Outdoors
Brandon Butler and Nathan McLeod interview Nick Boskovich, founder of HI-VIBE, about his philosophy on health, energy, and outdoor connection for personal growth.
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Ep. 338: MoNSAP: Missouri State Archery Tournament
Published 24 Mar 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] I don't know. Probably it helps a lot more than just in archery. It teaches you a lot of skills like patience and focus. Yeah. Yeah, that kind of goes me into my next question. Do you think there are things that you've learned or you're different now since starting archery that archery's taught you? Oh, yeah, for sure. 100%. Yeah, what? Oh, that's slightly more patient. What? i focus on things better i think there's like a younger version of me just slightly i mean i've learned some patience just in certain scenarios not all the time but sometimes has it has it uh affected like your school work or anything like that do you feel like you're more focused or more determined now and just school too oh yeah for sure yeah some math assignments I'll be showing with. […]
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