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Tracks & Tackle: Nature is our Playground
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Hosted by Ron Mentzer and Kris Buchman, the Tracks & Tackle Podcast brings you conversations from the guys at Mentzer Outdoors and 3B Outdoor Club. We’re a community of passionate outdoorsmen who love sharing stories, strategies, and the traditions that make hunting, fishing, and exploring the wild so special.
From whitetail deer and duck hunting to chasing turkey and fishing alike, we celebrate the great outdoors and everything that comes with it. We’re more than a podcast — we’re your hunting camp away from camp. A place where camaraderie, storytelling, and the thrill of the chase come together.
Together, Ron Mentzer and Kris Buchman founded the Tracks & Tackle Collaborative, a community of passionate outdoorsmen who share the mission to inspire everyone to Get Outdoors and keep the traditions alive. As part of Mentzer Outdoors and 3B Outdoor Club, we continue that same spirit.
At Tracks & Tackle, we believe Nature is our Playground, and we’re here to explore it with you. Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or just starting your outdoor journey, you’ll find a home here.
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Tracks & Tackle: Nature is our Playground
Ep 112: Inside the Minds of Young Archery Champions
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Ron and Josh sit down with Buck Mentzer, Kara Mentzer, and Erica Mentzer for a heartfelt family conversation about their shared love of archery. Joined at the end by Mason Mentzer, this episode dives deep into what drives the Mentzer family in the sport—from youth competition and coaching to podium finishes and big dreams.
We talk about:
- The passion that keeps Buck shooting and coaching the Dillsburg Archers S3DA youth team
- Erica’s impressive podium finishes in her age bracket and her pursuit of a spot on the USA Archery team
- Kara’s new YouTube channel (@KaraMentzerArchery) where she captures vlog-style recaps of her own shooting, Erica’s competitions, family travel, and life on the road
- How the whole family focuses on getting better year after year, learning from mistakes, and competing against themselves instead of just chasing wins
- Practical lessons on mindset, handling setbacks, and growing as an archer at any age or level
- Advice for parents, youth archers, and anyone wanting to get more involved in the archery community
This episode is packed with inspiration for competitive archers, bowhunters, and families who shoot together. Whether you’re prepping for 3D shoots, indoor leagues, or just starting out, the Mentzer Outdoors crew shares real, relatable wisdom on passion, progress, and staying motivated.
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- Kara Mentzer Archery: https://www.youtube.com/@KaraMentzerArchery
- Mason Mentzer Archery: https://www.instagram.com/masonmentzerarchery/
- Erica Mentzer (search recent S3DA and JOAD results for updates)
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