Thad grew up hunting and trapping on his family's farm in Northwestern Illinois. Being raised on a grain and dairy farm instilled in him the values of having a good work ethic and about being a good steward of the land. Over the years, these early experiences have grown into a strong passion for wildlife and the land they depend on. Thad is an avid hunter of whitetails and gobblers. If he's not working or home with his family, there's a great chance he's out checking food plots, moving tree stands, scouting, or hunting.