This spring Schaffer Performance Archery Owner John Schaffer (above left) joined Tracy Breen’s Drop-Tine Report podcast to discuss the effects of the pandemic on archery industry during 2020 and early spring 2021. A dealer in Mathews, Hoyt and PSE, he details his experience regarding bow supply and demand for specific models during the pandemic, and offers his opinion on whether new bowhunters and shooters will continue with archery in future years. Schaffer also talks about trends he sees regarding customers purchasing archery accessories. Finally, he gives tips for bowhunters who want to extend their effective shooting range.

The podcast concludes with Schaffer explaining his most exciting hunting adventure — an Alaska brown bear stalk in thick alders — and how traveling bowhunters must expect and overcome adversity.

Listening tip: The podcast is nearly 47 minutes long; if you want to fast forward, Schaffer joins the discussion at the 3:18 mark. Hit the play button over lunch or during a drive. Click here to check out the podcast.