Ep 139 The Hunting Stories Podcast: John Stallone

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When John Stallone first glimpsed the whitetail buck he'd later nickname "Swamp Donkey," he had no idea their relationship would span four hunting seasons and become one of his most memorable pursuits. This remarkable story of patience, strategy, and persistence takes us through the small woodlots of Long Island, where hunting happens in a surprisingly complex patchwork of swamps, fields, and suburban boundaries.
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Chapters

1. Introduction to John Stallone (00:00:00)

2. Howl for Wildlife's Mission (00:03:22)

3. The Swamp Donkey Story Begins (00:06:09)

4. A Buck's Betrayal and Return (00:17:42)

5. The Final Encounter with Swamp Donkey (00:30:36)

6. The Legend of Megatron (00:40:09)

7. Stalking Success and Final Thoughts (00:48:09)

8. Episode Closing and Call to Action (01:16:02)

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Ep 139 The Hunting Stories Podcast: John Stallone

The Hunting Stories Podcast

published about a year ago

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Chapters

1. Introduction to John Stallone (00:00:00)

2. Howl for Wildlife's Mission (00:03:22)

3. The Swamp Donkey Story Begins (00:06:09)

4. A Buck's Betrayal and Return (00:17:42)

5. The Final Encounter with Swamp Donkey (00:30:36)

6. The Legend of Megatron (00:40:09)

7. Stalking Success and Final Thoughts (00:48:09)

8. Episode Closing and Call to Action (01:16:02)

157 episodes

#Sports #Fitness #Outdoor #Hunting Stories #Hunting #Hunter #Stories #Funny #Bow #Archery #Gun #Rifle #Sportsman #Campfire

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The Hunting Stories Podcast: Hunter’s Brief – June 13th, 2025 7:26

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Send us a text This week's Hunter's Brief covers critical updates on public land threats, conservation funding, and state-level regulations affecting hunters and anglers across America. Senate Republicans' proposal to sell 3.29 million acres of public lands leads major headlines alongside conservation gains and industry controversies. • Senate Republicans propose selling 3.29 million acres of BLM and Forest Service lands across Western states • Federal class action lawsuit against archery manufacturers alleges price fixing since 2021 • Congress allocates $10 million for Chronic Wasting Disease research in 34 states • BLM proposes new rule balancing conservation and recreation on 245 million acres of public land • Interior Department blocks 211-mile mining road in Alaska, protecting caribou habitat • North Carolina debates conservation access pass for non-hunters using game lands • Washington Governor's Fish and Wildlife Commission nominees draw mixed reactions • Pennsylvania Senate passes bill offering discounted licenses to volunteer firefighters • New Hampshire's fish and game funding proposal stalls due to low public support • Klamath River dam removal brings salmon upstream but Keno Dam remains blocked Join us Monday for our full-length storytelling episode. You never know what epic hunter fish story you'll hear next, and if you found value in these news stories today, please subscribe, rate and share with your hunting and fishing crew. Support the show Hunting Stories Instagram Have a story? Click here!…

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Ep 152 The Hunting Stories Podcast: Jonathan Bottoms 1:09:44

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Send us a text Meet Jonathan Bottoms, the self-proclaimed "worst hunter in Southeast Texas," whose three-year journey from complete novice to dedicated sportsman will leave you both entertained and inspired. Jonathan's path began not through family tradition but with a spontaneous invitation to hunt in Mexico armed with nothing but a bow retrieved from beneath someone's porch. That first successful harvest created dangerously unrealistic expectations, setting the stage for the wild adventures that followed. Leaving behind Colorado's mountains for Texas swamplands, Jonathan found himself navigating challenges no YouTube hunting tutorial could prepare him for. Chest-deep water, water moccasins, alligators, and terrain unlike anything in popular hunting media required him to develop a completely different approach. His stories range from heart-stopping (stepping on two venomous snakes back-to-back) to hilarious (pursuing a modest buck he named Dave while repeatedly calling in his "buddy" Larry, a spike with Napoleon syndrome). What truly sets Jonathan's approach apart is his unwavering persistence. Despite an exploding bow at the moment of truth, riding a tree through a hurricane, and confronting poachers on public land, he maintained his enthusiasm, hunting every possible morning and evening throughout the season. This dedication eventually led to his proudest achievement – harvesting a buck that represented not impressive measurements, but the culmination of countless hours learning the woods. For new hunters feeling overwhelmed, Jonathan's message resonates deeply: "Just keep doing it. I might fail, but I learn and do it different next time. What matters is getting out there... if you're lucky, you get something. If not, you still get to spend your day in the woods." This authentic perspective reminds us that hunting's true value lies not in the harvest but in the journey itself. https://www.instagram.com/jonathan_bottoms/ https://www.facebook.com/jbotttoms/ https://www.christianfellowship.church/ Visit SummitBowstrings.com or call 210-701-7399 to gear up with the best. Summit Bowstrings – where excellence and innovation meet in every string. USE CODE: HSP10 🔭 Upgrade Your View with Vortex Optics! Experience unparalleled clarity and precision with our top-of-the-line binoculars, scopes, and more. Check out our full range at VortexOptics.com Support the show Hunting Stories Instagram Have a story? Click here!…

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The Hunting Stories Podcast: Hunter’s Brief – June 6th, 2025 7:05

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Send us a text The Hunter's Brief delivers essential news updates on policy changes affecting hunters and anglers across America and internationally. We cover everything from public lands battles to state wildlife management decisions in a quick, informative format. • 500,000 acres of public land in Utah and Nevada saved from controversial sale • Growing federal deficit threatens future conservation funding • Florida considering reinstating annual bear hunt with over 4,300 black bears in the state • Washington State bans feeding deer, elk, and moose to prevent disease spread • Ohio raises antlerless deer limit on public lands from one to two • Utah increases non-resident hunting fees and requires licenses for wildlife management area access • California updates Black Bear Management Plan for first time in 27 years • Wales introduces environmental law targeting wildlife recovery • South Africa expands big game hunting permits for elephants and rhinos Tune in next time for more wild updates and keep your boots muddy and your lines tight! Support the show Hunting Stories Instagram Have a story? Click here!…

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Ep 151 The Hunting Stories Podcast: Jake Walsh 57:59

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Send us a text What happens when neighbors spot you arriving home at midnight, covered in blood, without your wife who's normally always by your side? For Jake Walsh, it became the perfect storm of misunderstanding that culminated in one of the most memorable hunting stories you'll ever hear. Jake's path to becoming a hunter wasn't traditional. Growing up surrounded by hunters who "put a bad taste in his mouth," he avoided hunting throughout his youth. It wasn't until adulthood when concerns about food quality and factory farming practices pushed him to seek cleaner protein sources. Armed with nothing but YouTube videos and podcasts—particularly Steven Rinella's field dressing tutorials—Jake taught himself how to hunt just five years ago. What makes Jake's journey particularly fascinating is how quickly his passion transformed into innovation. Frustrated with traditional climbing methods for tree hunting, he developed the Bandit Climber—now a sought-after ultralight climbing system. His artistic talents led to creating Rut's Mini Mounts, hand-painted replica trophies that help hunters preserve their memories in miniature form. Both businesses were born from authentic experience rather than market opportunity. If you've ever wondered about the unexpected places hunting can take you—from suspected criminal to entrepreneur—this episode delivers with humor, heart and genuinely useful insights about modern hunting culture. Have you encountered similar misunderstandings about your hunting lifestyle? Share your story and check out Jake's innovative hunting products at raccoonrigs.com. Links: www.raccoonrigs.com Social tags: @stealthyclimber @raccoonrigs @ruttsminimounts Visit SummitBowstrings.com or call 210-701-7399 to gear up with the best. Summit Bowstrings – where excellence and innovation meet in every string. USE CODE: HSP10 🔭 Upgrade Your View with Vortex Optics! Experience unparalleled clarity and precision with our top-of-the-line binoculars, scopes, and more. Check out our full range at VortexOptics.com Support the show Hunting Stories Instagram Have a story? Click here!…

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Ep 150 The Hunting Stories Podcast: Joe Elliston 1:05:14

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Send us a text Stepping into the wild with a poorly designed backpack can turn dream hunts into nightmares—something Joe Elliston learned firsthand before co-founding Initial Ascent. His journey from an 86-pound disaster pack to creating one of hunting's most respected backpack companies forms the backdrop for this captivating episode filled with unforgettable stories from the backcountry. Joe's tale of his son Brody harvesting a turkey while half-dressed—camo pants around his ankles, no shirt, and hat backward—brings comic relief and proves sometimes success comes despite our mistakes. But the mood shifts dramatically as Joe recounts a bone-chilling encounter with a wolf pack that surrounded their camp at what was later identified as a wolf "rendezvous point." The pack's eerie, guttural howls continued for hours, forcing them to pack out in darkness with wolves following uncomfortably close behind. Through these experiences, Joe reveals how adversity sparked innovation. The miserable first backpacking trip where his youngest son shivered in soaked sleeping bags became the catalyst for Initial Ascent's mission to build packs that carry heavy loads comfortably. His Bennett Mountain elk hunt story, complete with unexpected access challenges and eventual success, showcases the persistence that drives both hunting and entrepreneurship. Whether you're planning your next backcountry adventure or simply enjoy authentic hunting stories, Joe's experiences offer valuable insights and reminders of why we venture into wild places despite the challenges they present. His passion for sharing the outdoors with his sons and building equipment worthy of life's most meaningful moments shines through every story. https://initialascent.com/ Visit SummitBowstrings.com or call 210-701-7399 to gear up with the best. Summit Bowstrings – where excellence and innovation meet in every string. USE CODE: HSP10 🔭 Upgrade Your View with Vortex Optics! Experience unparalleled clarity and precision with our top-of-the-line binoculars, scopes, and more. Check out our full range at VortexOptics.com Support the show Hunting Stories Instagram Have a story? Click here!…

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The Hunting Stories Podcast: Hunter’s Brief – May 23, 2025 9:17

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Send us a text We bring you the latest developments in hunting and fishing legislation, conservation efforts, and public land access across the United States. Key policy changes are reshaping how hunters access public lands and the regulations they must follow, from ammunition flexibility to expanded hunting opportunities. • US Fish and Wildlife Service proposing to ease lead ammo restrictions on 12 national wildlife refuges, balancing ecological concerns with hunting access • EPA awarded $1.2 million to five states for wetland conservation projects supporting habitat restoration for waterfowl and fish • BLM opening 50,000 acres in Idaho, Montana and Wyoming for public hunting, targeting elk, deer and upland birds • $200 million allocated from Pittman-Robertson Act taxes to support wildlife state agencies and habitat restoration • National Park Service banning bear baiting on Alaska's national preserves, affecting 13 million acres • Washington approving hunting and fishing license fee increases of 10-15% effective July 2025 • Wyoming proposing expanded wolf hunting quotas following 15% population increase • Montana reporting record elk harvest up 8% from previous year • Colorado increasing mule deer tags by 10% following population rebound • Minnesota proposing 15% increase in bear hunting quotas • Michigan facing $4.4 million wildlife funding deficit • Florida implementing Amendment 2 rules protecting hunting and fishing as constitutional rights • Maine expanding Sunday hunting pilot program to five additional counties Don't miss Monday's storytelling episode, where we'll share epic tales from the field and stream. Subscribe on your favorite platform, share the show with your hunting buddies, and keep your lines tight and your aim true. Support the show Hunting Stories Instagram Have a story? Click here!…

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Ep 149 The Hunting Stories Podcast: Daniel Schaeffer 49:39

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Send us a text The bond between father and son often transcends life itself. In this emotionally charged episode, Maine hunter Dan Schaefer reveals how his hunting journey became irrevocably intertwined with the memory of his late father, creating a spiritual connection that defies simple explanation. Dan's path to becoming a hunter started later than most. Despite growing up with a father passionate about hunting, young Dan earned the nickname "Wiggles" for his inability to sit still in the woods. Years later, he embraced hunting in 2017, diving headfirst into pursuing multiple species across Maine's challenging terrain. Little did he know how profoundly his father's passing in 2021 would transform his hunting experiences. What follows are three remarkable harvests that blur the line between coincidence and spiritual connection. First, Dan wakes from a vivid dream about his father—the first since his passing—and hours later takes a magnificent 13-point buck they had discussed before his father's death. The following season, using his father's rifle, Dan harvests a unique piebald buck on his father's birthday. Finally, Dan completes the tribute by taking a massive 225-pound "Piggy" buck, earning the same "Biggest Bucks of Maine" patch his father had proudly worn on his hunting jacket. Throughout these experiences, Dan feels his father's presence guiding him, steadying his aim, and bringing these deer into his path at precisely the right moments. Each success becomes not just a personal achievement but a shared experience that bridges the gap between this world and whatever lies beyond. Whether you believe in spiritual connections or not, these stories remind us that hunting creates powerful bonds that can echo through generations. Dan's journey shows how pursuing game can become a profound way to process grief, honor legacy, and maintain connection with those we've lost. Instagram SchaefferD TheMaineHunt Youtube TheMaineHunt 155" Buck of a Lifetime Visit SummitBowstrings.com or call 210-701-7399 to gear up with the best. Summit Bowstrings – where excellence and innovation meet in every string. USE CODE: HSP10 🔭 Upgrade Your View with Vortex Optics! Experience unparalleled clarity and precision with our top-of-the-line binoculars, scopes, and more. Check out our full range at VortexOptics.com Support the show Hunting Stories Instagram Have a story? Click here!…

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The Hunting Stories Podcast: Hunter’s Brief – May 16, 2025 5:05

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Send us a text Welcome to Hunter’s Brief , your weekly roundup of hunting and fishing news from across the globe. I'm your host, bringing you the latest updates to keep your boots on the ground and your lines in the water. • US expands hunting on 87,000+ acres of National Wildlife Refuge and Fish Hatchery land • Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act under congressional review • Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) faces potential elimination, concerning conservationists • AI technology revolutionizing biodiversity conservation through data analysis • Lesser prairie chicken protections threatened despite significant population decline • Department of Interior renews Colorado River conservation agreements targeting 321,000 acre-feet water storage • Amendment proposed to expedite federal public land sales in Utah and Nevada • Bipartisan Explore Act enhances access to federal public lands • North Dakota enacts 14 new outdoor-related laws effective August 1st Don't forget to tune in on Monday for our storytelling episode, where we share tales from the field. Subscribe, leave a review, and share the podcast with your fellow outdoor enthusiasts. If there's a story we missed or something you think we should cover, let us know. Support the show Hunting Stories Instagram Have a story? Click here!…

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Ep 148 The Hunting Stories Podcast: Brian Dowling 59:56

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Send us a text Ever walked into a hardware store covered in blood, desperately trying to convince the cashier you're not a murderer? That's just one of the hilarious mishaps shared by this week's guest, Brian Dowling. Brian brings a unique perspective as both a firearms expert with an actual master's degree in guns and a veteran who found healing through hunting. Working at XCAL Shooting in Virginia—a massive 97,000-square-foot facility combining shooting ranges, a gym, and a gun store—he's turned his passion into a career that spans gunsmithing, instruction, and product development. What makes this episode special is the heartwarming thread running through Brian's hunting stories: his incredibly supportive wife. From helping him drag a freshly harvested doe up a hill in a wheelbarrow while wearing pajamas, to stealing "his" perfect pheasant after missing shots all day (much to his good-natured chagrin), their relationship shines through the narrative. When Brian describes seeing his blood-spattered wife hosing down a deer carcass in their yard without complaint, you can hear the genuine admiration in his voice. The conversation takes us through the challenges of Eastern whitetail hunting, North Carolina hog hunts in eerie swamps, and the comedy of errors that ensues when a hunter isn't properly prepared to transport his harvest. Brian's self-deprecating humor about showing up at a rural hardware store covered in blood to buy rope and a hatchet—prompting the cashier's skeptical "that's what they all say" response to his innocent explanation—will have you laughing out loud. Beyond the entertainment, Brian offers valuable insights into how hunting serves as effective PTSD therapy for veterans like himself, creating a deeper understanding of why many former service members find such profound peace in the woods. His technical expertise also shines through when discussing rifle zeroing and equipment selection for different hunting scenarios. https://xcal.com/ https://mimicfirearms.com/ Instagram, Xcal Mimic Brian Visit SummitBowstrings.com or call 210-701-7399 to gear up with the best. Summit Bowstrings – where excellence and innovation meet in every string. USE CODE: HSP10 🔭 Upgrade Your View with Vortex Optics! Experience unparalleled clarity and precision with our top-of-the-line binoculars, scopes, and more. Check out our full range at VortexOptics.com Support the show Hunting Stories Instagram Have a story? Click here!…

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Ep 147 The Hunting Stories Podcast: Jake Zander 1:20:22

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Send us a text Visit SummitBowstrings.com or call 210-701-7399 to gear up with the best. Summit Bowstrings – where excellence and innovation meet in every string. USE CODE: HSP10 🔭 Upgrade Your View with Vortex Optics! Experience unparalleled clarity and precision with our top-of-the-line binoculars, scopes, and more. Check out our full range at VortexOptics.com Support the show Hunting Stories Instagram Have a story? Click here!…

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Ep 146 The Hunting Stories Podcast: Brendan Bramford 1:15:43

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Send us a text The line between determination and recklessness blurs in this captivating episode featuring Brendan Bramford, a hunter whose life story spans continents and carries the weight of generations of hunting tradition. Born in Zimbabwe where his father worked as a professional hunter, Brendan's earliest memories include riding in Land Cruisers on safari before his family fled political violence that claimed their home. Brendan's storytelling prowess shines as he recounts his first black bear harvest in Washington—a tale that begins with him answering nature's call behind camp and spotting what he thought was a burnt stump until it started moving. With his pants literally down, he managed to make the shot of a lifetime, creating a hunting memory equal parts successful and embarrassing. The heart of the episode centers on Brendan's remarkable elk hunt where stubborn determination overcame physical limitations. Just three days before a planned five-day backcountry archery hunt, Brendan severely sliced his forearm open, requiring extensive stitches. Against medical advice and common sense, he proceeded with the hunt, hiking eight miles into the wilderness with an 82-pound pack and his arm freshly bandaged. When the moment came to draw on his first bull elk, the searing pain nearly derailed the opportunity—but Brendan persevered through multiple shots and tracking to harvest his first archery elk. The episode closes with sobering stories of Brendan's family history hunting dangerous game in Africa, including his father being run over by a Cape buffalo and a family friend's recent horrific mauling by a leopard. These tales serve as powerful reminders of nature's raw power and the risks some hunters accept in pursuit of their passion. Are you ready to make your own hunting stories? Subscribe now and join the community of storytellers sharing their adventures from the field to the podcast. Brendan's Tiktok Brendan's Instagram The Reason Outdoors Facebook Visit SummitBowstrings.com or call 210-701-7399 to gear up with the best. Summit Bowstrings – where excellence and innovation meet in every string. USE CODE: HSP10 🔭 Upgrade Your View with Vortex Optics! Experience unparalleled clarity and precision with our top-of-the-line binoculars, scopes, and more. Check out our full range at VortexOptics.com Support the show Hunting Stories Instagram Have a story? Click here!…

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Ep 145 The Hunting Stories Podcast: Derrick Murray 57:40

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Send us a text Derrick Murray's journey as a hunter began at just five years old, wielding nothing but sticks and his grandfather's questionable advice about knocking squirrels from trees. Remarkably, that bizarre technique worked—creating one of many unforgettable hunting memories that would shape his life. Through turkey hunts interrupted by oblivious mountain bikers and a troublesome rifle that morphed into a reluctant single-shot, Derrick shares authentic moments from a lifetime in the woods. His most memorable hunt features pants around his knees, deer running through his sights, and five shots in the fading minutes of deer season—a story that perfectly captures the unexpected nature of hunting success. What makes Derrick's narrative especially powerful is how hunting became his anchor during recovery from addiction. After achieving sobriety nine years ago, his first turkey hunt represented more than just a successful harvest—it marked a reclamation of identity. Watching his young son's eyes light up at the sight of that turkey created a moment of pure connection that reinforced why hunting matters. Now planning to introduce his five-year-old to the woods, Derrick exemplifies how hunting traditions pass through generations, creating bonds that transcend the simple act of harvest. His stories highlight the healing power of time spent outdoors and remind us that sometimes our most meaningful hunting moments happen when everything seems to be going wrong. Whether you're a lifelong hunter or simply appreciate authentic outdoor stories, Derrick's experiences offer both humor and heart. Share your own hunting stories with us—we'd love to feature you on a future episode! Visit SummitBowstrings.com or call 210-701-7399 to gear up with the best. Summit Bowstrings – where excellence and innovation meet in every string. USE CODE: HSP10 🔭 Upgrade Your View with Vortex Optics! Experience unparalleled clarity and precision with our top-of-the-line binoculars, scopes, and more. Check out our full range at VortexOptics.com Support the show Hunting Stories Instagram Have a story? Click here!…

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Ep 144 The Hunting Stories Podcast: Dan Adler 1:06:05

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Send us a text Twenty years ago, when Dan Adler told friends and family he was leaving the Air Force to become a hunting guide, they asked what he'd do for "real money." Today, as founder of North America's largest outfitting operation with 61 guides across 42 million acres, Dan has the last laugh—and the best stories. Dan takes us from his earliest days as a fishing-obsessed kid working on boats at age 13 to becoming a first-generation hunter who built an empire from scratch. With entertaining candor, he shares two unforgettable "bathroom disaster" stories that had me laughing out loud: one involving a negative camper who received some karmic justice via a collapsed toilet seat, and another featuring a confused 10-year-old who misunderstood instructions about his canteen during a youth hunt. The highlight comes when Dan reveals a technique called "shock bugling" that he reluctantly used with a Navy SEAL client who initially forbade bugling as a calling strategy. When the SEAL finally got his opportunity at a massive bull elk, he experienced what Dan calls "cheese melting"—a phenomenon where even the most disciplined individuals freeze up from pure excitement and physically cannot draw their bow. Throughout our conversation, Dan offers invaluable perspective for hunters of all experience levels, particularly about trophy expectations. He notes that only 4% of harvested elk exceed 350 inches and less than 1% surpass 360 inches, reminding us that a 300-inch bull is still a remarkable achievement. His advice to hunters feeling the pressure of score expectations is refreshingly simple: enjoy the freedom, the outdoors, and the experience rather than fixating on antler measurements. Ready to learn more from this hunting entrepreneur? Check out Dan's upcoming book "Suck Less at Hunting" or explore his innovative Zero Outfitter Fees program designed to make guided hunts more accessible. This episode is packed with laughs, wisdom, and the kind of authentic hunting stories that remind us why we love the outdoors. Websites: www.DiamondOutfitters.com www.ZeroOutfitterFees.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiamondOutfittersZeroOutfitterFees https://www.facebook.com/zerooutfitterfees Insta: @zerooutfitterfees @diamondoutfitters_zof @diamonddanadler Visit SummitBowstrings.com or call 210-701-7399 to gear up with the best. Summit Bowstrings – where excellence and innovation meet in every string. USE CODE: HSP10 🔭 Upgrade Your View with Vortex Optics! Experience unparalleled clarity and precision with our top-of-the-line binoculars, scopes, and more. Check out our full range at VortexOptics.com Support the show Hunting Stories Instagram Have a story? Click here!…

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Ep 143 The Hunting Stories Podcast: Weston Homa 59:09

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Send us a text When Weston Homa drove 33 hours from Pennsylvania to Idaho for his meticulously planned solo mule deer hunt, he never imagined wildfires would close nearly his entire hunting unit. Standing at the trailhead with his camp already six miles into the mountains, most hunters would have given up and headed home. Not Weston. This episode chronicles an extraordinary journey of resilience as Weston transforms potential disaster into the adventure of a lifetime. Refusing to accept defeat, he reaches out to a hunting acquaintance in Colorado and pivots his entire plan - ultimately leading to his first archery elk harvest at 12,000 feet. Listeners will be captivated by his raw determination as he stalks herds of elk through high-country basins and ultimately processes and packs out an entire elk solo over three grueling days. Beyond the hunting story itself, Weston shares profound insights about the mental fortitude required in western backcountry hunting. His philosophy of embracing challenges instead of surrendering to them resonates throughout the conversation, especially when he discusses how this mindset has transformed other areas of his life - from running ultra-marathons to building meaningful connections with fellow hunters. The conversation takes a powerful turn when Weston delivers a moving message about pursuing your passions wholeheartedly: "We all get to live once... whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might." His journey reminds us that often our most memorable adventures come from adapting to circumstances beyond our control rather than being defeated by them. Follow Weston's future hunting adventures on Instagram and YouTube @WestonHoma, and submit your own hunting stories to be featured on a future episode through the link in our show notes. Weston's Links Weston's Insta Visit SummitBowstrings.com or call 210-701-7399 to gear up with the best. Summit Bowstrings – where excellence and innovation meet in every string. USE CODE: HSP10 🔭 Upgrade Your View with Vortex Optics! Experience unparalleled clarity and precision with our top-of-the-line binoculars, scopes, and more. Check out our full range at VortexOptics.com Support the show Hunting Stories Instagram Have a story? Click here!…

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Ep 142 The Hunting Stories Podcast: Caleb Stillians 1:01:02

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