Nick Mezzacappa is a New Jersey Cop and former CrossFit Gym owner. I met Nick back in 2021 at an ElkShape Camp in Pennsylvania. Since then, Nick has been on a few public land elk hunts and he's so close to busting out of the elk hunting learning curve. Today we go over some of the strategies he's used on his hunts and chat about what to do differen…

Ben Stricklin is a Physician's Assistant and former power lifter - who also elk hunts his butt of each year. Today, we discuss how to formulate the perfect RUCK program to prepare yourself for elk hunting year round! #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUTTER 10% Of…

Former Gold Medalist at the X-Games and Backcountry Snowmobile Extreme Athlete Chris Burandt joins us on the pod! We talk shop on his bowhunting, business and snowmobile career. He's got quite the story detailing how he became known as one of the best to ever ride a sled in the backcountry. #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 …

Today we are joined by Cory Miller of Black Eagle arrows to discuss elk hunting tactics and how to be the best elk hunting partner on the mountain! #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUTTER 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE WILDERNESS ATHLETE 20% Off Code: ELKSHAPE VORTEX WEA…

Kramer came over to my house last year and we sat down and made a plan for him on how to get his 1st elk with a bow on public land. Fast forward a year later and we go over how he successfully executed last fall! His crazy story goes over the solo pack out, his truck breaking down and him running out of water right when he needed it most! #elkshape…

Today we are chatting with the team from MTN FORGED, specifically Jon Pynch who is headed after his last species Rocky Mountain Bighorn sheep which will complete his North American Super Slam. This last animal is going to be hunted in his home state of Oregon, Jon is going to be using a bow. We get to know his story with competitive shooting and hi…

After Action Report: We went to spectate the 2024 CrossFit Games... Lazar Ðukić died while competing at the 2024 CrossFit Games. We go through the entire experience as a spectator. This was a tragic event that could have been prevented. RIP Lazar! Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE…

Dan is sitting down with one of his longtime friends Josh Potter who has raised his kids to chase their football dreams. Both of his boys have gone on to play college football and they spent their time working out with their dad in the off-season all through Jr. and Sr. High Schoo... Potter is now a S&C coach at a local high school and shares some …

Dan is a blue collar ironworker from the west side of Washington state. You won't meet too many folks as passionate about archery elk hunting as him. Today we learn how he elk hunts for 30 days straight, how he prepares and continues to have success on public land. Check out Dan on Instagram here. #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusi…

Matt Alwine competes at the NRL Hunter and has a ton of success both on the competition floor as well as in the mountains with long range rifles and archery. Today we're discussing mRAD vs. MOA, and how to be proficient at both long range rifle and archery. Check out Matt on Instagram or his custom rifles here. #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape P…

Today we are recording with a Dentist from North Carolina who has been hunting OTC elk in Colorado for the past five seasons. We discuss how to pivot your elk hunting plans now that Colorado is taking away the option to buy a tag over-the-counter for nonresident archery elk hunters. Cody's YouTube Channel Cody's Instagram #elkshape Listeners of the…

Today we are recording with one of the best archers in the world! 17 year-old professional shooter Bodie Turner from Eatonville, WA. Bodie is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to shooting tighter groups and shooting under pressure. He has one major events such as the Lancaster Classic and the Vegas Shoot, plus multiple others. He's one of the you…

Dan is dedicating this entire podcast to rookie elk hunters and trying to help them avoid some of the most common mistakes made so they can have the best experience possible! As an elk hunter, you never know it all and you continue to learn each and every year. Hunting elk on public land is extremely challenging and also very rewarding. Save this e…

We are joined by a Nate Illingsworth from Baker City, Oregon. Nate is on a weight loss journey, it all started from participating in our annual December Chub Challenge back in 2022 - Since then, Nate is on his way to accomplishing big goals and getting under 200 lbs on the scale. He started his journey at 300 and since then has consistently pursued…

We are joined by a group of guys that are currently following the ElkShape Training Program. We are going over their fitness preparation and finding out what they like about the program and how they are going to tackle results going forward! #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKS…

Today we are chatting with Ironwill Bill of Ironwill Outfitters - We are pouring over the data from a study he sponsored at the University of Colorado testing arrow flight, vane steering, wind drift and planing. We talk shop about my arrow build for the 2024 elk season! #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN…

Today we are chatting with Kolby Hanley of Ultraview Archery - we get to know his story, how he got into archery and the origin story of his successful company. #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUTTER 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE WILDERNESS ATHLETE 20% Off Code: ELKSHA…

Today we are chatting with Stephen Cordaro from Georgia - he travels to hunt out West annually and goes solo! We discuss his hunt plan for 2024, which states and dates that will give him the best opportunity to finally punch that elk tag! #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAP…

Today we sit down with Kurt Gamache of Born Primitive Outdoor. Kurt just bow hunted black bears in the rugged backcountry of north Idaho for a week. We debrief the hunt, the gear used and go over the new drops from BPO including the Rainier Flex Rain Gear and Barrier Jacket. After retiring from the military, Kurt has put the long gun down and picke…

Join the squad as they recap their week of bear hunting in the backcountry and discuss what gear they used and tested, many of which were budget items that performed well. #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUTTER 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE WILDERNESS ATHLETE 20% Off C…

Dan breaks down the differences between motivation, dedication and discipline. He covers checking in on your goals for 2024 and making sure that you are advertising to trusted peers on what exactly you're trying to accomplish! #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUT…

We talk turkeys, bear sightings and forgetting important gear by accident - PLUS - a new partnership that we're stoked for! Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUTTER 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE WILDERNESS ATHLETE 20% Off Code: ELKSHAPE VORTEX WEAR 20% Off Code: ELKSHAPE BLACK OVI…

YUP! A little update on bear and turkey, the big move is coming and how we prepare for elk season 2024 #elkshape #elkhunting Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUTTER 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE WILDERNESS ATHLETE 20% Off Code: ELKSHAPE VORTEX WEAR 20% Off Code: ELKSHAPE BLACK OV…

ElkShape Podcast - How They Make Elk Calls Today we're chatting with Cody McCarthy - a world elk calling champion and custom elk call builder for Slayer. We break down how to make certain sounds and what they mean. #elkshape #elkhunting Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUT…

Live Q & A!!! Your questions sent in from Instagram... everything from bow tuning, fitness and elk hunting! Separation is in the Preparation Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUTTER 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE WILDERNESS ATHLETE 20% Off Code: ELKSHAPE VORTEX WEAR 20% Off Code: E…

Jentz & Audrey Painter from Utah join us on the podcast today! We spent an entire weekend setting up Audrey on her first bow and getting it tuned by my pal MFJJ of Spokane Valley Archery. We then took her out to shoot her first every 3D Archery shoot, plus we got in a few workouts. Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BO…

Today we're going over some FAQ on arrow set-ups, dialing in sight tapes, and of course our plans for spring turkey and bear hunting #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUTTER 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE WILDERNESS ATHLETE 20% Off Code: ELKSHAPE VORTEX WEAR 20% Off Code:…

He's Unemployed on Purpose... // Landon Lovingfoss Today we're chatting with Landon Lovingfoss of Ogden, Utah. I met him about 3 years ago at an ElkShape Camp. He was the winner of the Spirit of ElkShape Camp award based on his humility and effort at camp. Landon is a husband, father and bowhunter. We get to know his story and relive the excitement…

The life of an Idaho Houndsman - Leon Brown of Clark Fork Outfitters goes over his upbringing as the son of a Houndsman. The trials and tribulations of being a north Idaho Outfitter. The adventures and crazy stories of being in the mountains all his life. #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% …

Dan & Jeff go over their recent mountain lion hunt - this was not a trophy hunt, this was a predator control / adventure / meat hunt. They go over the adventure and why they hunt mountain lions. Clark Fork Outfitters Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUTTER 10% Off Code: EL…

Carter Lewis lost his leg on his first day as a Firefighter when he was only 20 years old. Fast forward 6 years later and he's out crushing mountain hunts out West and having tons of success. We get to know his inspirational story and what keeps him charging hard day after day as a full-time firefighter. Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives…

What can you do to build confidence for the 2024 elk season? Listen along as Dan and Cody Rich break down what builds confidence and what takes away confidence for elk hunting! Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUTTER 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE WILDERNESS ATHLETE 20% Off Code: …

We are getting to know Sam Rogers on today's pod! Sam and I met at one of my first ElkShape Camps about five years ago and we've stayed in touch ever since. Sam owns Heat Praxia and Symmetry Sauna with a group of his friends, but more importantly, Sam exemplifies what it means to stay in shape year round for elk hunting and as the leader of his fam…

We got our blood work back! My wife Alicia and myself wanted to get a baseline on our blood work, find out any deficiencies and get an overall view of what we could improve. We met with Dr. Kyle Gillett who enjoys providing holistic individualized care to his patients. His practice includes preventative medicine, aesthetics, sports medicine, hormon…

Today we chatting with my pal Mike Herne who is serving our country in the Army and also runs the Born Primitive Instagram page. Mike and I shot TAC together twice last year and we finally get to hear about his crazy OTC Colorado elk adventure from opening day! Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off …

We are happy to announce our 2024 Elk IMMERSION Experience. Registration goes LIVE 2/1/2024 HERE #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUTTER 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE WILDERNESS ATHLETE 20% Off Code: ELKSHAPE VORTEX WEAR 20% Off Code: ELKSHAPE BLACK OVIS 10% Off Code: E…

We are chatting with a fellow bowhunter Daminh Tran about elk hunting in Wyoming, the regulation changes and how to be better prepared to hunt in Grizzly bear country. What side arm we all carry and the drills and skills we're trying to develop in the off-season. #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMIT…

Today we're getting to know Blake Kidder of the Outdoor Group. He's a regional sales rep, target archer, bowhunter and athlete. Blake's in the middle of his elk hunting learning curve and shares insight on the process as well as his fitness journey. Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHA…

Welcome to a NEW YEAR... the slate is wiped clean. Dan and Jeff go over goal setting and how to choose the correct elk hunting partner. We also dive into the methodology of ElkShape Training. Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUTTER 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE WILDERNESS ATHLETE…

Today we're answering listener questions on elk hunting tactics, as well as reviewing YT comments about the division in the hunting community. We get to know Josiah's story - he's lost significant weight and plans on losing more in order to hunt his best in 2024. Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Of…

Division in the Hunting Community: Can We Unite? We will always have different opinions, but is there a way for the hunting community to identify a few issues we agree on and build a foundation from there? Set aside differences to find a common thread and stand on common ground...Today we are tackling this challenging topic in what we believe is a …

Will Cooper has been elk hunting since 2018 and has struck out each year... He's hunted public land OTC Colorado each season and finally, in the fall of 2023 he punched his 1st elk tag. Join us as we dive into the hunt that took place during Colorado's 2nd rifle season, in the middle of a blizzard, and what it took for him to accomplish his goal. #…

Create a perfect sight tape with very little effort... You'll be able to create cut charts for mountain 3D shoots and build sight tapes for elevation of your next hunt. We are talking to Tristan of Precision Cut Archery and going over step-by-step how to use his website. #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BOR…

Finding the BEST broadhead for Elk - Today we are discussing broadheads with John Lusk of Lusk Archery Adventures. John has a really cool backstory which I'm so glad we got into and he has a unique protocol for testing broadheads. John Lusk Instagram Lusk YouTube Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Of…

Fixing Your Shoulder Injury with MTN PHYSIO - Today we're podcasting with Jeff Dodds and Preston Ward on the topic of shoulder injuries and bowhunters wounding elk. Both topics are necessary to circumnavigate and we hope to share some best practices we've learned along our journey. #elkshape MTN PHYSIO Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: …

How to get more prepaid hunting days! Boobs, babes, bosses and an elk's nose are all trying to prevent you from punching your elk tag. Today, we bring on long time listener Andy from Utah to discuss how to conduct your business at home with the MRS and the family to insure your hunting adventures are not a burden on them. There's some great insight…

"It’s taking me almost 20 years to figure out what elk hunting really means to me. It’s different things for different people. It even changes depending on the year, the tags, and the people I’m with. One thing I know, I’m beyond thankful for another year to chase elk where they live. It drives me to be better, physically and mentally, it clears my…

What's in your sweat? What's the concentration of electrolyte loss, specifically sodium? Did you know you can test that and plan accordingly? I didn't, but Brooke knew, she's a registered dietician out of Bozeman, MT and is coming on the pod today to teach us how to replenish electrolytes and avoid bonking on our Western Big Game hunts! Brooke's We…

We are discussing TRT and how to boost Testosterone naturally with Lorenzo Lugo #ElkShape CONNECT: Website: www.Lugowellness.com Quarterly Detox Support Group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/5765151203521015/?ref=share&mibextid=hubsqH Free 20-minute consultation with Lorenzo Lugo IHP: https://lugowellnessappointments.as.me SOCIALS: www.instagram.com…

We are discussing Dan's September Elk Bender - this annual episode covers the ups and downs of elk hunting. #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: 💢 Discount Codes 💢 BORN PRIMITIVE 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE CANVAS CUTTER 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE WILDERNESS ATHLETE 20% Off Code: ELKSHAPE VORTEX WEAR 20% Off Code: ELKSHAPE BLACK OVIS 10% …