Best The Pack Hunters Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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EP 176 – Early Season Goat Hunt Pack List with Vance Johhnson 1:36:03

16d ago1:36:03

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In less than 3 months Vance and I are headed into the alpine for our early season rifle goat hunt. We sat down to go over the general game plan and our gear lists. Vance’s Gear List https://www.mindfulhunter.com/s/Vances-Goat-Gear-List-2024.jpeg Jay’s Gear List https://www.mindfulhunter.com/s/2024-Early-Season-Goat-Hunt.xlsx Vance Johnson https://w…

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468 | A Backcountry Hunting Pack MUST Do This — The Experience Project 1:08:33

42m ago1:08:33

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After footwear, which is the most important gear item for the backcountry hunter, the next most important thing to have is a comfortable, strong, and durable pack system.We have spent well over a decade obsessing about pack systems for backcountry hunting. But right now we are not talking specifically about our Exo Mtn Gear pack systems; we want to…

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467 | Planning our Alaska Caribou Hunt — The Experience Project 1:19:16

3h ago1:19:16

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Join Steve, Mark, and Jeff as they have a planning call for their upcoming Caribou Hunt in Alaska. This is an unscripted, "behind the scenes" look at how they are planning their hunt, determining a hunting strategy, selecting gear, and more.More Information: https://the-experience-project.com/planning-our-caribou-hunt/Subscribe by Email to receive …

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EP 179 – Custom vs. Corrective with Canadian Board Certified Pedorthist Adam Janke 1:47:16

3h ago1:47:16

1:47:16

Get 15% off with code fathersday2024 at https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ until June 16th. You can also enter for your chance to win a prize pack valued at over $1000 by visiting this Instagram post. https://bit.ly/3VjR7Ty If you’re looking to go deep on orthotics, inserts and assistive devices to improve foot function than this is the podcast fo…

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466 | The Best Hunting Boot (Isn't What You Think It Is) — The Experience Project 1:53:17

1h ago1:53:17

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Having the right footwear is the most important gear decision you can make as a backcountry hunter. And it is also one of the most difficult pieces of gear to get right.In this in-depth conversation, Steve & Mark discuss what they have learned over the past decade+, as they have hiked and hunted in dozens of footwear brands, models, and styles, ove…

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Ep. 369: How to Hunt Elk in Pennsylvania in 2024 with Bryan Hale // Elk County Outfitters 1:36:32

43m ago1:36:32

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On today’s episode, Beau is joined by Bryan Hale of Elk County Outfitters. They discuss the 2024 Pennsylvania Elk application season, elk scouting, trail cameras, habitat management, elk hunting experiences, and the elk tag application process. The discussion also delves into the use of bonus points, the archery season, and the dynamics of elk hunt…

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EP 175 - Skyline Trail Joggers Product Deep Dive 1:22:41

2h ago1:22:41

1:22:41

On this episode of the podcast, Tayson sits down with Outdoor Vitals' Lead Designer Brigham Crane to discuss their new pants: The Skyline Trail Joggers. Skyline Trail Joggers: https://bit.ly/3KE2aSw #skylinetrailjoggers #skylinejoggers #hikingpants #joggers

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EP 178 – Staying Present in The Experience with Mark Huelsing of Exo Mtn Gear 1:50:16

6d ago1:50:16

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Well, it was time to interview the host. I’ve known Mark Huelsing, the number 2 at Exo and host of the Hunt Backcountry Podcast, for a few years now and we text quite regularly, but I wanted to get him on the podcast to pick his brain about his history and the role hunting plays in his life. They also have a super cool project coming up at Exo this…

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465 | The Experience Project 33:50

2d ago33:50

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Welcome to The Experience Project. In this episode, Steve & Mark explain the vision for The Experience Project and how it will change the podcast over the next several months.The Hunt Backcountry Podcast isn't changing permanently, and we will continue to include listener stories, industry guests, and more types of episodes in the future, but The E…

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Ep. 368: Building the Physical Conditioning House for Hunting Anywhere with Todd Bumgardner // Human Predator Pack Mule 1:43:07

3d ago1:43:07

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Beau Martonik is joined by Todd Bumgardner, strength and conditioning coach, author, and founder of Human Predator Pack Mule. He trains Tier 1 tactical operators, backcountry hunters, and everyone in between while hunting all over the country himself. They discuss the importance of conditioning and training for hunting, focusing on the differences …

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MM 225 | The Experience of Backpack Hunting 38:38

4d ago38:38

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Join Steve and Mark for an unscripted discussion about the Experience of Backpack Hunting. Why they do it. What it means to them. And why it is such a valuable pursuit. Although this conversation isn't filled with tangible takeaways, we hope it inspires you to get out and experience an adventure unlike any other.EMAIL YOUR QUESTION — podcast@exomtn…

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70. The Carp Fishing Podcast - Relic Hunter - Rupert Torp 3:32:21

6d ago3:32:21

3:32:21

It’s the 1st of the month, so once again we’re back with another episode of the Carp Fishing Podcast. This time around we delve into some of my recent fishing exploits and how a little rig tweak transformed my sessions when using 6mm pellets on the hook. We also touch on the world of moving bait consultants, loyalty, money and influencers. We’ve al…

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EP 177 – Mindset Of a Killer with Jake Downs 1:30:26

8d ago1:30:26

1:30:26

Jake puts more animals on the ground with a stickbow every year than most guys can with a compound or rifle. On top of that, he runs his own electrical contracting business and has a young family to take care of. Jake and I spent most of our time discussing mindset, discipline and why it’s important to do hard shit every day. Jake Downs https://www…

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464 | Aziak Equipment, Ultralight Tripods, and More with Rydell Reinbold 1:09:40

17d ago1:09:40

1:09:40

As a trained engineer and experienced outdoorsman, Rydell Reinbold often modified the gear he used for hunting. Then he started designing and producing his own gear, for his own needs. And, eventually, he founded Aziak Equipment to share his work with other hunters. Today, Rydell is the owner, designer, and sole operator at Aziak.We speak with Ryde…

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Ep. 367: Low Spots, Vegetation Edges, & Herbicide Spray Timber Cuts in Flat Big Woods with Johnny Stewart and Justin Mueller 52:02

10d ago52:02

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Beau Martonik is joined by Johnny Stewart and Justin Mueller after a day of spring scouting and filming for an upcoming Mountain Buck Scouting Video Series. They recap the day of trying to dissect an area of flat big woods that Beau has hunted in the past, while talking about predicting bedding areas, herbicide spray logging cuts, low spots for mat…

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MM 224 | Ultralight vs Comfort & Other Deep Gear Thoughts 42:31

11d ago42:31

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Steve & Mark answer your listener-submitted questions on this Monday Minute episode. They discuss choosing ultralight vs choosing comfort, the best (and worst) ways to save pack weight, how to spend money on gear upgrades, selecting a quilt, and some deeper or more philosophical thoughts on the debatable importance of gear in general.NEWSLETTER — h…

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463 | John Barklow on Innovation, Skills, Priorities, and More... 1:16:48

16d ago1:16:48

1:16:48

We welcome John Barklow back to the Hunt Backcountry Podcast. This is a wide-ranging conversation that answers some of your listener questions and goes into some unexpected topics. We discuss...- Bowhunting Cape Buffalo in Africa.- Recovering from injury and surgery and injury as an aging mountain hunter.- Where has innovation in technical hunting …

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Ep. 366: Searching for THAT Buck on Trail Camera with Joe Martonik and Justin Mueller 1:19:38

17d ago1:19:38

1:19:38

Beau Martonik is joined by Joe Martonik and Justin Mueller after a day of spring scouting and filming for an upcoming Mountain Buck Scouting Video Series. They recap the day of trying to find a buck Beau has on camera, working backwards from a thermal hub community scrape, analyzing buck bedding, the holy grail community scrape, tying a spot togeth…

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MM 223 | Headlamps, Rifle Tools, and "Clean" Food 26:11

19d ago26:11

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Steve & Mark answer your listener-submitted questions on this Monday Minute episode. They discuss the upcoming Experience Project, Mark's headlamp, tools to fix issues with a rifle in the backcountry, and using "clean" food to fuel performance on long hikes.Resources mentioned in this episode:- Fenix HM50R v2.0: https://amzn.to/4dJGbag- 16340 USB-C…

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EP 175 – Guns & Stuff 04: A Fresh Perspective on Bullet Design with Hammer Bullets, Colton and Jay 1:13:39

22d ago1:13:39

1:13:39

On the most recent episode of Guns & Stuff, Colton and I sat down with Bryan and Eric from Hammer Bullets to discuss their unique approach to bullet design. Hammer Bullets https://hammerbullets.com/ https://www.instagram.com/hammerbulletsco/ Eric Hoover https://www.instagram.com/hooverprecisionrifles/ Colton https://www.instagram.com/papwinkle/ Jay…

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462 | Backpacking Light & Hunting with Ryan Jordan 1:13:37

23d ago1:13:37

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Ryan Jordan is a backpacker, hunter, engineer, researcher, and the Founder & Owner of Backpacking Light.We speak with Ryan about the benefits of a lighter total pack weight for backcountry hunting, the barriers and misconceptions about "going light", the differences between gear for a lightweight backpacker and the backcountry hunter, and a whole l…

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EP 174 - A Watch Can Change Your Life: Talking Coros With Darian Allberry 1:19:04

1M ago1:19:04

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Darian Allberry is an ultrarunner and Head of User Engagement at COROS Wearables. There he oversees press and media communications, product marketing, testing, and quality control. Join the membership: https://bit.ly/3PswpQi #outdoorvitals #coros #coroswearables #liveultrralightpodcast #taysonwhittaker #liveultralight…

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Ep. 365: The Biggest Controversy Dividing Pennsylvania Hunters - The Saturday Deer Season Opener with Becca Latini and Jennifer Guerriero 1:31:43

24d ago1:31:43

1:31:43

Beau Martonik is joined by Becca Latini and Jennifer Guerriero. The change of the opening day of rifle season in Pennsylvania from Monday to Saturday has been one of the most polarizing and controversial issues. They discuss deer camp traditions, what happened with the opener change, impacts on small business owners, hunter surveys, dissecting the …

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MM 222 | Sitka vs First Lite vs ???, Glassing vs Moving, & Pillow Hacks 32:00

30d ago32:00

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Steve & Mark answer your listener-submitted questions on this Monday Minute episode. They discuss "when to stay and when to go" on difficult hunts, how to keep your pillow in place when using a quilt instead of a sleeping bag, what is going on with hunting clothing brands changing their gear so often, and which clothing brands would be recommended …

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EP 174 – Business Acumen and Archery Design Principles with Bryan Broderick of Day Six Gear 1:27:48

1M ago1:27:48

1:27:48

Bryan is not only the founder of Day Six Gear, but he is also a very successful businessman who's driving motivations are his family and faith. I love talking to guys like Bryan because I get the chance to learn from someone who is tackling similar problems to myself but is a little closer to finding the best solutions. We talked a lot about busine…

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461 | How to Thrive on Mountain Hunts (with Ben Reynolds) 1:18:06

1M ago1:18:06

1:18:06

Serious mountain pursuits are demanding. Physically, mentally, and even emotionally. And as you gain experience and build confidence, you can push to new levels of adventure.Experienced mountain hunter and all-around adventurer, Ben Reynolds joins us on today's podcast to talk about 5 attributes that he feels are critical for the mountain hunter...…

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Ep. 364: Choosing the RIGHT Hunting Knife for the Job w/ John Pantuso and Tom Taylor // Case Knives 1:15:43

1M ago1:15:43

1:15:43

Beau Martonik is joined by Tom Taylor and John Pantuso of Case Knives. Beau visited the Case factory in Bradford, PA to see where the iconic knives are made by the hands of American workers. They discuss 135 years of knife manufacturing, why you should always carry a pocket knife, different types of knife blade profiles and materials, field sharpen…

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MM 221 | A Listener's "Death Hike" Story 29:45

1M ago29:45

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Instead of answering listener-submitted questions on this Monday Minute, we get a listener of the show on to today's podcast and ask them some questions. Patrick joins us to tell us about his recent experience putting together and completing his own version of a Death Hike. You'll hear about how he made his route, how he trained, how the hike went,…

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EP 173 – Sleep System Deep Dive Q&A – Shelters, Pads and Bags/Quilts 1:22:19

1M ago1:22:19

1:22:19

Okay we’re gonna kick it old school with the podcast for a new series where I’ll do deep dive q&a’s on gear categories. Up first is Sleep Systems. Let me know what you want to see next! Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The Backcountry https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ Merch…

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69. The Carp Fishing Podcast - Robin Dix - Memory Lane & Retro Bait 3:17:39

1M ago3:17:39

3:17:39

This month we see the return of Robin Dix and we take a lovely trip down memory lane. We delve into Robin's time on Frensham and also Wraysbury before discussing his return to the car park lake, decades later. The car park is a venue that Robin holds dear to his heart, having caught some of it's most prized residents before they became such iconic …

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460 | A 12-year-old's Alaskan Dall Sheep Hunt 1:26:17

1M ago1:26:17

1:26:17

Today's episode tells the story of a special father-and-son hunt for Caleb, and his son, Clayten. This past fall, when Clayten was just 12-years-old, he was able to kill his first Dall Sheep in Alaska's Wrangell Mountains.Not only is this a cool story, it is a great insight into hunting with youth. No matter the age of the hunter, or the species be…

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Ep. 363: 3 Gobblers in 3 Days! West Virginia Turkey Hunt Breakdown with The Untamed 1:35:28

1M ago1:35:28

1:35:28

Beau Martonik is joined by Josh Ilderton, Zack Marcum, and Cole Booth of The Untamed. They spent 5 days running the mountains of southern West Virginia hunting turkeys and ended up with 3 gobblers. They discuss aggressive run and gunning, Zack’s white-winged Tom, tactics for turkey hunting steep mountains, Beau and Josh’s double, and much more! You…

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EP 173 - Backpacking With 8 YouTubers 51:10

1M ago51:10

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In this episode, Tayson and Derek discuss a recent backpacking trip in Southern Utah with 8 backpacking YouTubers. Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3PswpQi Follow My New Friends and Their YouTube Channels: Miranda Goes Outside: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGEDbg1EKT7HCqbT7OAsLKA Bryce Newbold: https://www.youtube.co…

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MM 220 | How Steep Is Too Steep? Plus bear scouting, footwear choices, and more... 36:40

1M ago36:40

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Steve & Mark answer your listener-submitted questions on this Monday Minute episode. They discuss when steep slopes are too steep, how to select a camp location when hunting near the top of the mountain, more follow-up on footwear from the Death Hike (and the use of trail running shoes for hunting), and how bear scouting and hunting is affected by …

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459 | Colorado Bighorn Sheep Hunt (A Listener Story) 1:13:19

2M ago1:13:19

1:13:19

"I won the hunting lottery yesterday and saw I was a sole tag winner for a ram tag in a unit here in Colorado. I never thought it would happen!"That is part of an email that we received from a podcast listener, Joe. Now, after the hunt, Joe joins us on the show to discuss how he prepared for this hunt. What he learned during the hunt. And how the u…

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EP 172 - 50 Miles in 1 Day: Grand Canyon Snow, Fish, Permit Checks, & Power Walking 2:10:56

2M ago2:10:56

2:10:56

On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Brigham and Tayson sit down to discuss their recent second attempt at the Grand Canyon Rim to Rim to Rim hike. Enjoy hearing all the stories, the takeaways, and learn all about the conditions, the nutrition, the gear, and more in this exciting discussion! *** Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcas…

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Ep. 362: Bait Piles to Buck Beds - How Mobile Hunting Rocketed His Success with Christopher Leppert // Mobile Hunters Expo 1:23:10

2M ago1:23:10

1:23:10

Beau Martonik is joined by Christopher Leppert of the Mobile Hunter’s Expo. Christopher shares his journey from hunting exclusively on private land to transitioning to public land hunting. They discuss understanding thermals in the early season, finding consistent food sources, finding setups to increase opportunities, Chris’ giant public land Ohio…

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MM 219 | Exo Warehouse Sale, Golf Tournament, & Listener Questions 34:23

2M ago34:23

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Steve, Mark, & Jakey share some exciting announcements on upcoming Exo-related events, and also answer your listener questions about Death Hike gear, in-person events, getting sponsored in the hunting industry, create comfort gear items for the backcountry, and more.Links mentioned in this episode:- Golf Tournament: jake(at)exomtngear.com- Exo Ware…

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458 | 2024 Death Hike Recap (Part 2) 1:59:41

2M ago1:59:41

1:59:41

Join Mark & Steve as they interview four participants of this year's Death Hike, to find out what each of them took away from the experience.Be sure to also listen to Episode 457 where Steve & Mark recap the plan for the 2024 Death Hike in the Grand Canyon, how they prepared, and ultimately, how the adventure unfolded.Video, Photo, Gear Links, & Mo…

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457 | 2024 Death Hike Recap (Part 1) 1:09:21

2M ago1:09:21

1:09:21

Join Mark & Steve as they recap their 2024 Death Hike in the Grand Canyon. Hear about the plan for the hike, how they prepared, and ultimately, how the adventure unfolded.Be sure to listen to Episode 458 to hear from 4 other participants of this year's Death Hike, and what they took away from the experience.Video, Photo, Gear Links, & More: https:/…

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Ep. 361: Ground Hunting a Public Land Kansas Giant! Out-of-State Deer Hunting with Clint Campbell // Truth from the Stand 2:02:03

2M ago2:02:03

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Beau Martonik is joined by Hunter and Truth from the Stand Deer Hunting podcast host, Clint Campbell. Clint has been going to Kansas for the last 3 years with the goal of shooting a mature buck with his bow on the ground and did it in a big way last year with a 172” buck! They discuss simplifying hunting strategies, playing in the shadows, lessons …

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MM 218 | Electronics vs Ethics, Bear Skinning, & Tough Feet 35:34

2M ago35:34

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Steve & Mark are back from the Death Hike and resume answering your listener questions on this Monday Minute podcast episode. They discuss the ethics of electronic rangefinder and scope systems, advice on skinning black bears, and how to toughen up your feet for the backcountry.Links mentioned in this episode:- Exo Newsletter: https://exomtngear.co…

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EP 172 – Deer, Bears and Life with Jeff Lander from Primitive Outfitting 1:52:16

2M ago1:52:16

1:52:16

Less than one week left for your chance to enter the BC Guided Bear Hunt Giveaway. Every $5 you spend at https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ will get you one entry! This week I sat down with my good friend Jeff Lander who owns Primitive Outfitting and guides Mule Deer in Alberta and Moose and Bear in BC. Jeff is also the one who is hosting the give…

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456 | A DIY Bison Hunt in Alaska 1:32:43

2M ago1:32:43

1:32:43

Can you imagine taking snowmobiles hundreds of miles into the Alaskan wilderness and hunting bison? That would be the adventure of a lifetime! And that's the story that we get to hear about today. Kris and Mark join us to tell the story of their recent do-it-yourself Bison hunt in Alaska, which they completed with their friend Hunter.Mark's Previou…

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Ep. 360: A Weekend Warrior's Approach to Whitetail Hunting with Brandon Miller // The Everyday Outdoorsmen 1:30:12

2M ago1:30:12

1:30:12

Beau Martonik is joined by Brandon Miller of the Everyday Outdoorsmen. Brandon is an avid Pennsylvania hunter who spends every weekend he can in the woods. They discuss Brandon’s YouTube channel, his 2023 deer hunting season, a still-hunting strategy that works really well, different methods for getting a deer out of the woods, mountain laurel bedd…

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455 | Hunt With Health, For A Lifetime (Part 2) 1:12:49

2M ago1:12:49

1:12:49

John Zombro of The Lifetime Athlete returns to the show, to answer your listener-submitted questions about Hunting with Health for a Lifetime. We discuss building good habits, balancing joint health with training progression, how to develop a strategy to train throughout the year without getting burned out or injured, the best way to train when you…

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EP 171 – Guns & Stuff 03 with Colton, Jay and Zach from Nosler 1:07:21

2M ago1:07:21

1:07:21

This week on Guns & Stuff, Colton and I sit down with Zac Waterman from Nosler to go deep on their product offerings. We had a bunch of great questions from listeners and I learned a ton on this episode. Less than two weeks left for your chance to enter the BC Guided Bear Hunt Giveaway. Every $5 you spend at https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ will…

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454 | Hunting & Human Performance with Dr. Andy Galpin 1:19:12

2M ago1:19:12

1:19:12

Our guest on this episode, Dr. Andy Galpin, is a Human Performance scientist with a PhD in Human Bioenergetics, the Co-Director of the Center for Sport Performance, a tenured full Professor at California State University, and he has worked with elite athletes across the UFC, MLB, NBA, PGA, NFL, Boxing, Olympics, and Military/Special Forces......AND…

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68. The Carp Fishing Podcast - Joe Morgan - Mr Carp Angle 2:48:05

2M ago2:48:05

2:48:05

Welcome back to the Carp Fishing Podcast. This month we have the return of one of the nicest chaps in Carp Fishing and serioulsy good angler, Mr Carp Angle himself, Joe Morgan. I've always admired Joe's honesty when we've spoken about life in the past so it was great to chew the fat once aagin on the banks of the manor, the home of the biggest full…

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Ep. 359: How to Master Turkey Calling with Beau Brooks 1:37:52

2M ago1:37:52

1:37:52

Beau Martonik is joined by champion turkey caller and hunter Beau Brooks. Beau is known for fooling just about anything with a mouth call. They discuss growing up in the West, finding the turkey that wants to play your game, mid-day turkeys, what to do when a Tom has hens with him, calling strategies, their top gear for turkey hunting, and much mor…

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