Before the Echo

Follow Fletcher and check out Solid Rock Targets:🌐 https://www.solidrocktargets.com/category/all-productsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/solidrocktargets/Why do some deer hunters celebrate success while others seem to resent it? In this episode of Before the Echo, I sit down with Fletcher Shaw to talk about a topic that doesn't get discussed enough—why successful hunters often face criticism from within the hunting community itself.We dive into the culture of deer hunting, the backlash that can come with shooting mature bucks, and why social media has changed the way hunters view one another. Fletcher also shares his journey of leaving the security of a traditional job to chase his dream of building a business from the ground up. From the early struggles to creating Solid Rock Targets, this conversation is packed with lessons on risk, perseverance, and staying true to your passion.Whether you're a hardcore whitetail hunter, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone trying to follow a dream of your own, this episode has something for you.Topics discussed:🏹 Why some hunters turn on other hunters🦌 The controversy surrounding big buck success💼 Quitting a stable job to pursue a dream📈 Building Solid Rock Targets from the ground up🎯 Lessons learned from entrepreneurship and hunting🔥 Staying motivated when others doubt you🎯 Save on the gear I trust:🦌 Latitude OutdoorsUse code BTE for 15% offhttps://www.latitudeoutdoors.com🌿 ASIO GearUse code ECHO15 for 15% offhttps://www.asiogear.com🏹 Razor BroadheadsUse code BTE for 20% offhttps://www.razorbroadheads.com🔭 Hawke OpticsUse code BTE for 15% offhttps://us.hawkeoptics.com#DeerHunting #Whitetails #HuntingPodcast #BigBuck #Entrepreneurship #BeforeTheEcho #FletcherShaw #SolidRockTargets #PublicLandHunting #Bowhunting #HuntingLife #WhitetailDeer

Could Oregon become the first state to effectively ban hunting, fishing, and trapping?In this episode of Before the Echo, I break down Oregon Initiative Petition 28 (IP28), also known as the PEACE Act. Supporters say the proposal is about expanding animal protections, while opponents argue it would remove legal exemptions that currently protect hunting, fishing, trapping, farming, livestock production, and other activities under Oregon's animal cruelty statutes.We discuss:• What IP28 actually says• Why hunters across America are paying attention• The 120,000+ signatures submitted to qualify for the ballot• Potential impacts on conservation funding• Wildlife management concerns• Why this debate extends far beyond Oregon• What hunters can do to get involvedWhether you support or oppose the proposal, I encourage everyone to read the initiative for yourself and understand both sides of the issue.👇 TAKE ACTION & LEARN MORE 👇🦌 Oregon Hunters Association (OHA)https://oregonhunters.org/initiative-petition-28-2/🌾 Oregon Farm Bureau – No on IP28https://ofbaction.org/no-on-ip28/🎣 Northwest Steelheadershttps://northweststeelheaders.org/KEY FACTS• Required signatures: 117,173• Signatures submitted: 120,000+• Current status: Signature verification• Potential vote: November 2026 ballot (if certified)What do you think?Could a proposal like this happen in your state?Leave a comment below and let me know your thoughts.#Hunting #Conservation #Oregon #IP28 #Fishing #Trapping #PublicLand #DeerHunting #TurkeyHunting #BeforeTheEcho

What if becoming a better hunter isn't about doing more—but doing less?In this episode of Before the Echo, I break down 15 things I stopped doing over the years that ultimately made me a more successful and consistent deer hunter. From over-hunting good spots and chasing every new trend to buying gear I didn't need and ignoring access routes, these are real lessons learned through trial, error, and plenty of mistakes.Whether you're a new hunter trying to shorten the learning curve or a seasoned hunter looking to sharpen your approach this fall, I think you'll find something in this episode that challenges the way you think about hunting.Topics include:• Over-hunting good areas• Scouting mistakes• Public land pressure• Gear addiction• Hunting trends and social media• Access routes and deer movement• Learning from failure• And much moreI'd love to hear from you:What's one thing you stopped doing that made you a better hunter?Drop a comment below and join the conversation.🎯 Save on the gear I trust:🦌 Latitude OutdoorsUse code BTE for 15% offhttps://www.latitudeoutdoors.com🌿 ASIO GearUse code ECHO15 for 15% offhttps://www.asiogear.com🏹 Razor BroadheadsUse code BTE for 20% offhttps://www.razorbroadheads.com🔭 Hawke OpticsUse code BTE for 15% offhttps://us.hawkeoptics.com🎙️ Follow Before the Echo:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeforeTheEcho#DeerHunting #PublicLandHunting #Whitetails #TraditionalArchery #Bowhunting #BeforeTheEcho #HuntingPodcast #WhitetailDeer #DIYHunting #HuntingTips