Episode Details

In episode 88 of The Watering Hole, the crew sits down with special guests Justin Spring and Dylan Ray from the Pope and Young Club to dive into the past, present, and future of bowhunting. While many hunters immediately think of the record book and official scoring when they hear Pope and Young, this conversation goes far beyond trophy measurements. The guys explore the shift in how modern hunters document their harvests—from physical record books to social media—and why preserving the official history and validity of bowhunting remains just as critical today as it was when the organization was founded 65 years ago.

  The discussion tackling the biggest debates in the hunting community today features topics like evolving archery technology, clarifying peep sights, and the hotly debated rise of crossbows during archery seasons. Justin and Dylan share insights into how Pope and Young works to protect the integrity of the sport, break down the non-typical scoring system, and unpack why the iconic Mel Johnson world record typical whitetail still stands unbeaten after six decades. Beyond the scores, this episode highlights Pope and Young's core mission to preserve, promote, and protect bowhunting privileges for generations to come. Tune in for a deep dive into conservation, ethics, and everything you need to know about joining the movement!

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