Ep. 22 - Transformations, Tributes, and the Thrill of the Bow

On this episode we welcome Nate to the show. Last year in collaboration with C and B Quality Coatings we designed and built a custom Hoyt Alpha X bow as a tribute to the soldiers that were lost during the tragic attack at Abbey Gate. We received thousands of entries for the bow and Nate's story rose to the top. Nate shares his extraordinary story of military service, the emotional impact of a tribute bow, and his journey in archery. The conversation weaves together themes of resilience, gratitude, and connection through shared experiences and the healing power of honoring heroes.

• Nate’s military journey and experiences in Afghanistan 
• The significance of a custom bow dedicated to fallen soldiers 
• Transitioning from the Marine Corps to the Army and adapting to changes 
• Discovering a passion for archery as a form of therapy 
• The emotional impact of winning the tribute bow raffle 
• Adventures in hunting and the bonds formed through shared passions 
• Closing reflections on honoring heroes and sharing our stories

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Chapters

• 0:00 Tribute Bow Giveaway Winner Interview
• 7:07 Life Changing Decision
• 16:26 Career Crossroads
• 29:11 Military Career Path Decision
• 34:45 Transitioning From Marines to Army Dynamics
• 43:39 Learning Archery and Hog Hunting
• 56:41 Parenting as a Single Soldier
• 1:01:25 Europe Deployment Wasted Resources Discussion
• 1:13:23 Bow Tech's Crazy Season With Matthews' Lift
• 1:24:05 Archery Enthusiast's Winning Experience
• 1:32:21 Last Minute Hunting Success and Plans