Charles Cobb is a devoted Christian father, avid outdoorsman, and lifelong resident of a small North Carolina town, where hunting and fishing are woven into everyday life. Raised by a father who led a local hunting club, Charles’s earliest memories involve pursuing deer and fish, a passion he now shares with his two sons, emphasizing stewardship and conservation over trophy hunting. A self-taught angler who ties his own lures and reloads ammunition, he prefers hands-on experiences, trolling for catfish and offshore species like mahi, while instilling a DIY ethos in his children. Grounded in faith since his baptism at 12, Charles sees God’s hand in nature’s wonders and strives to model a godly life for his boys, drawing strength from Psalm 46:10 and his supportive wife, who helps him find peace amidst life’s challenges.

TOPICS

Introduction & Outdoor Roots

1:05 - Early Hunting & Fishing: Charles grew up hunting and fishing. His dad led a local hunting club. 

1:34 - Hunting Club Life: The club focused on still-hunting big bucks. Few locals hunted thousands of acres. 

2:32 - Shift to Fishing: Charles paused hunting in college. His dad switched to fishing after he stopped.

Family & Outdoor Activities

3:21 - Charles’s Hunting Now: Charles harvests deer on a rented 80-acre property. He prioritizes food over trophies. 

3:57 - Wild Game Use: His family eats ground deer meat weekly. They mix it with beef fat for flavor. 

5:27 - Kids in Outdoors: Charles’s sons (10 and 5) grew up hunting and fishing. It’s normal in their small town. 

6:07 - Kids’ Fishing Preferences: His oldest loves offshore fishing, aiming for wahoo. They enjoy boat time. 

17:05 - Kids’ Hunting: His 10-year-old shot his first deer. His 5-year-old isn’t ready yet.

Faith & God in Nature

9:55 - God in Outdoors: Charles sees God in nature’s beauty, like sunrises and sea turtles. It’s no accident. 

10:02 - Faith Journey: Baptized at 12, Charles questioned faith in college. Nature reaffirmed God’s presence. 

12:16 - Kids’ Faith: His 10-year-old grasps God’s role in nature. They discuss stewardship while fishing. 

12:58 - Church Involvement: His kids love Vacation Bible School. The 10-year-old attends adult services. 

43:14 - Favorite Bible Verse: Charles picks Psalm 46:10, “Be still and know that I am God.” It brings peace.

Fishing Techniques & Skills

7:25 - Fishing Methods: Charles ties his own flies and jigs. He uses fresh bait for catfish tournaments. 

13:48 - Trolling Passion: Charles loves trolling for catfish, crappie, and offshore fish. It’s thrilling. 

15:04 - Trolling Gear: He uses deep-diving plugs over planers. They’re easier to manage. 

21:09 - Rod Selection: Charles chooses rods by line class and fish size, not species. He prefers light action. 

26:32 - Reloading Ammo: Charles loads pistol and rifle ammo. His son helps, learning responsibility.

Fatherhood & Closing

28:27 - Father’s Role in Faith: Charles believes dads must model a relationship with God. Boys emulate their fathers. 

30:38 - Music with Kids: Charles plays bass; his kids dabble with drums and guitar. They lack focus to learn fully. 

33:51 - Hunting & God: Charles links hunting to stewardship, like Adam and Eve. Conservation is key. 

41:01 - Bucket List: His son wants a wahoo. Charles dreams of catching bluefin tuna and marlin independently. 

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