Finding Backcountry Podcast
143 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 192 ratingsLessons, discussions, and hunts about the journey of Finding the Backcountry
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Introducing: The Hunt Series 1
June 10, 2021 13:00 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBAll new format that will allow access to how I approach a hunting season. Rather than big picture, macro strategy content, I will try and offer up my point of view each week leading up to and into a hunting season. Each episode will dive into the micro thoughts and preparation for the fall. In this kick off episode I discuss my personal and family life, my gear preparation, tag applications on my mind, and my physical preparation. Come along on my journey this fall as I share my process...
Lorenzo Sartini: GoHunt
June 08, 2021 12:27 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBGoHunt is one of my favorite tools to find tags across the west each year. I chat with founder Lorenzo Sartini about how to use the tools, the Filtering 2.0 feature, what's new with GoHunt along with trips and tactics. Enjoy! Instagram: @finding.backcountry.podcast @teambackcountry @dustinwittwer @gohunt
Draw Results & Full SD Cards
May 17, 2021 14:21 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBCorey and I jump back on the podcast to discuss some epic tag draw results. I thought I had drawn a Utah LE deer tag and his brother-in-law drew a once-in-a-lifetime Utah bison tag! Corey considers turning his LE Utah archery elk tag in. We sneak in a few minutes of new gear for 2021 before our SD card runs out of space! Let us know what you think of the episode! @teambackcountry @finding.backcountry.podcast @dustinwittwer @enjoyingthepursuit @backcountry_logistics Email: teambackcount...
Drahthaars & New Boot Goofin' with Jason Wittwer
April 28, 2021 23:19 - 56 minutes - 77.4 MBThis episode we talk about progress with my new versatile hunting dog, Chief, a Deutsch-Drahthaar. We also dive into new backpacking gear, including new boots from Crispi! I have found what I consider the best lightweight backpacking tripod. Jason got a pair of the new Crispi Attiva Mid and I got a new pair of Crispi Valdres. These are two of the best early season boots we've found. We also discuss optics and mounting binoculars to tripods. Enjoy! Instagram: @teambackcountry @finding.back...
Henry Ferguson
April 12, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBHenry has a wealth of knowledge on all things archery and mule deer. We dive into his bowhunting expertise. We discuss the state of mule deer hunting in his home state of Colorado. Enjoy! Instagram: @bigchiefwhackabuck @notfittohunt @finding.backcountry.podcast @teambackcountry @dustinwittwer Email: @[email protected]
Colorado & Nevada Breakdown with Jason Wittwer
April 02, 2021 20:44 - 1 hour - 103 MBI surprise phone call my brother for a discussion on our upcoming plans this fall. We talk general strategy in Colorado and specific unit breakdown in Nevada, our home state. Enjoy! Instagram: @finding.backcountry.podcast @backcountry_logistics @dustinwittwer @teambackcountry Email: [email protected] [email protected]
Robby Denning
March 22, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 119 MBRobby Denning joins the podcast to discuss the general state of mule deer hunting throughout the west. We get into a good discussion about the challenges non-resident hunters face with state tag allocations. Robby shares his experience from years of hunting mule deer across the west. Enjoy!
Wyoming Wildlife Federation
March 10, 2021 17:50 - 51 minutes - 71.3 MBJaden Bales with Wyoming Wildlife Federation jumps on a call to discuss HB122: Reliable Funding for Hunting & Fishing Access. As a Wyoming resident, I take a special interest in this topic, however, I feel it can be applied to all western states struggling to gain public access due to private land or land-locked parcels of good hunting & fishing ground. Enjoy! Instagram: @finding.backcountry.podcast @dustinwittwer @teambackcountry @backcountry_logistics @wyomingwildlife Email: tea...
Fancy Tags & 2021 Application Strategy
February 27, 2021 18:42 - 1 hour - 72.2 MBI sit down for a solo episode to lay out my 2021 application strategy, break down each western state, and give pro tips about fancy tags. This episode should help anyone get a general idea of what states will help with their goals for this year. Utah is the next major application deadline, coming up March 4. Good luck in the draws! Instagram: @dustinwittwer @finding.backcountry.podcast @backcountry_logistics Email: [email protected] [email protected]
Travis Hobbs - No Talk About Trail Cameras or Bait
February 26, 2021 13:29 - 1 hour - 99.6 MBTravis Hobbs is a mule deer fanatic and joins me for another long awaited episode...worth the wait! Travis lays down some specific knowledge about hunting big mule deer. He talks about hunting with Robby Denning this past year. We also discuss why pack llamas are so much better than horses and mules. Travis Hobbs - @ntrlbrnhunter Podcast - @finding.backcountry.podcast Dustin Wittwer - @dustinwittwer Email - [email protected] Llama rentals - @backcountry_logistics or www.rentp...
WY Elk Hunt & Lion Encounter
November 11, 2020 15:49 - 1 hour - 88.3 MBLion encounter! I sit down and recap my rifle elk hunt here in Wyoming. I discuss hunting in grizzly country. I walk through the process on my 800 kill shot. I also tell the story of a crazy mountain lion encounter I had after the kill. Enjoy! Instagram: @finding.backcountry.podcast @dustinwittwer @teambackcountry Email: [email protected]
Utah Moose & Colorado Muzzy Hunt
October 01, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 147 MBWhat a week! Dustin and Corey sit down to talk about one of their best weeks of hunting. Starting with Dustin's "once in a lifetime" Utah moose hunt. Dustin was the lucky winner of the Utah Conservation & Hunting Expo $5 raffle tag for the non-resident Wasatch moose permit. Following the moose hunt, Dustin and Corey head to Colorado on a couple leftover deer and elk muzzleloader tags. They hunt a random unit they'd never been in before and score big with a monster 199" mule deer. Enjoy! Ins...
David Long - Big Mule Deer
August 13, 2020 12:00 - 56 minutes - 77.7 MBDavid Long and Dustin discuss his "return" to mule deer hunting. David talks about past experiences and how it will help him pick up where he left off after a short break from mule deer hunting. David discusses big mule deer behavior and where to find big bucks. He explains his newest book, "Wyoming's Finest Mule Deer" that him and his wife Gia just released. Enjoy this episode with mule deer legend David Long! The Mule Deer Hunter: http://themuledeerhunter.com/ Instagram: @davidlong66 ...
We're Back! Catch Up with Dustin & Corey
August 07, 2020 16:13 - 58 minutes - 79.9 MBIt's been a crazy few months! Dustin & Corey sit down to discuss the status of the podcast, update listeners on our 2020 tag situations, upcoming hunts, discuss new gear we've been playing with, tell some stories, and a sneak peek at the next guest. Thanks for listening and I appreciate your patience!
Jaden Bales - Mule Deer Across the West
March 26, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBJaden and I have a general discussion on the state of mule deer in the west. Jaden is part of The Rich Outdoors Podcast. Over the past months, he's had multiple biologists as guests to discuss the status of deer herds across the west. We discuss changing draw odds, states management strategies, and the overall status of mule deer hunting. Enjoy! @finding.backcountry.podcast @dustinwittwer @jadenbales @therichoutdoorspodcast
Clint Casper - Heading West to Hunt Mule Deer
March 12, 2020 15:03 - 1 hour - 139 MBThis episode I have a conversation with Clint Casper about hunting mule deer and living in the midwest. We discuss researching hunts, gaining bonus points, how to draw tags, e-scouting, and successfully killing mule deer on an out-of-state hunt. Clint has written multiple articles for various hunting magazines. He still enjoys hunting whitetail during the rut in his home state but western mule deer are quickly becoming his favorite. Enjoy! Instagram: Clint - @casperclint Podcast - @findin...
John Bair - I Believe I Would...Sold!
February 24, 2020 15:41 - 48 minutes - 66 MBEver since I started attending the Western Conservation & Hunting Expo years ago, I was always impressed watching John auction off high-dollar tags in the way of conservation and wildlife management. John always seemed like a down-to-earth guy who loved what he was doing. His passion for wildlife and hunting is apparent and obvious as we chatted about being an auctioneer, history of the Western Hunting Expo, and the most expensive tag he's ever auctioned. Enjoy! Instagram: John Bair - @joh...
Marlon Holden - Desert Bucks
February 18, 2020 05:06 - 1 hour - 133 MBI first came in contact with Marlon years ago when chat forums were the thing. He was clearly a knowledgeable backcountry hunter getting after it. I was new to backcountry hunting in general. He went above and beyond, willing to share specific information to help a complete stranger get started backcountry hunting. Marlon has always been willing to share valuable information to those in the hunting world. Apologies for any audio quality issues. That said, my editor did an amazing job with ...
Aron Snyder - Kifaru International
January 23, 2020 22:56 - 1 hour - 102 MBAron and I discuss multiple topics including hunting fitness, social media, hunting Colorado, Kifaru, backpacking gear, traditional archery, and much more. Aron is one of the most authentic people in the hunting world. He tests tons of different pieces of gear each year and spends more time in the mountains than the average hunter. He runs Kifaru International, high-quality backpacks and is the co-host of Kifarucast. Enjoy! @aron_snyder - Instagram @kifaru_intl - Kifaru International
Kyle Williams - Backcountry Gear & Pack Goats
January 16, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 124 MBI chat with Kyle Williams, a passionate backcountry hunter. Kyle and I met a few years back at the Western Hunt Expo. I could tell right off, he was someone I wanted to follow. Since then he's knocked down a couple smoker bucks and a good bull. It's been awesome to see someone put in the hard work, make a goal, and execute it. We discuss backcountry gear, packing with goats, and how to be successful when backcountry hunts get tough. Enjoy!
Jason Wittwer - 2019 Hunt Recap: Wyoming Elk, Utah & Colorado Archery Deer
January 03, 2020 18:04 - 2 hours - 169 MBNew Year's Eve podcast! My brother and I celebrate the New Year by talking hunting. Big surprise! We recap hunting elk in Wyoming, along with our two archery mule deer hunts in Utah & Colorado. Thanks to everyone who has listened along the past year! I hope I have brought some value. Please reach out with any podcast episodes or guests you would like to hear from over the next year. Happy 2020!
South Cox: Hunting with Larry D. Jones & Llama Drama
December 25, 2019 18:48 - 1 hour - 141 MBMerry Christmas! Your Christmas present is an awesome episode with South Cox. We recap a couple of his past hunts including a Nevada elk hunt and a once-in-a-lifetime hunt with Larry D. Jones, who was a big hunting inspiration to South. We conclude with a discussion on hunting with pack goats vs. pack llamas, including a llama-drama story with one of our Backcountry Logistics llamas. Enjoy! South is the owner/operator of Stalker Stickbows. @stalkerstickbows Llama rentals from @backcountry_...
Enchanted Hunting Stories with Marc "Muleyslayer" Smith
December 19, 2019 16:08 - 1 hour - 114 MBMarc and I relive our hunting stories from New Mexico this past season. Marc and his crew took a couple of their biggest bucks to date on the New Mexico rifle deer hunt. Marc discusses missed shots, overcoming adversity on a hunt, being successful on big bucks with multiple tags in camp, and wanting success for your hunting partners. I recap my New Mexico Aoudad hunt story including missing a wind call, hunting with suppressors, and bringing value to receive value. Enjoy!
Justin Gordon, part 2: 348 5/8" Gordon Buck Hunt Story
December 17, 2019 21:49 - 1 hour - 127 MBI had the privilege to sit down with Justin Gordon, who killed one of the biggest mule deer ever...348 5/8"!!! The Gordon Buck is a public land, free range, DIY backcountry buck of a lifetime. Justin recounts the entire story including his hunting buddy finding the deer, the stalk, and people's reaction to the buck. Enjoy! Email questions to: [email protected] Justin Gordon Instagram: @backcountrytines Podcast Instagram: @finding.backcountry.podcast Also check out: @teambackco...
Justin Gordon, part 1: Tactics and Finding Big Mule Deer
December 06, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 127 MBFinding big mule deer bucks on a consistent basis is an art. Killing those bucks is an art. Justin has experience finding and killing big mule deer bucks. He shares tips and tactics he uses to determine mountain ranges to hunt and units to apply for. Justin also shares the routine he uses for summer scouting before a hunt. This episode is part 1 of 2 where we discuss tactics and tips. Look for part 2 where Justin tells the story of killing one of the biggest mule deer ever!
Montana Unlimited Sheep Success with Sam McKeeth
November 16, 2019 15:45 - 1 hour - 112 MBSam McKeeth and I discuss his recent success on what's arguably the most difficult tag to fill in the lower 48, Montana's Unlimited Bighorn Sheep hunt. This permit is open to anyone with the skills and mindset to pull it off. Many have tried, few have succeeded. Sheep numbers are low. Hunter pressure is high. The terrain is the most unforgiving in the lower 48. Sam overcame every obstacle and put a trophy of a lifetime on the ground. Congrats Sam!
Archery Season Is Here!
August 30, 2019 20:00 - 38 minutes - 6.85 MBThis episode I break down my personal bow setup and why I chose each piece. I go through the process of choosing a new bow and what I consider important. I discuss each accessory along with my entire arrow setup. This is another solo episode en route to a backcountry mule deer bowhunt. Enjoy!
Valuable Motivation For Your Hunt
August 22, 2019 22:27 - 31 minutes - 5.7 MBHey everyone! This is a completely unique episode. I record totally solo and disregard audio quality to make sure I get content to you. I discuss the mental aspect of perseverance on a hunt. I also share valuable information about Wyoming bonus points. Please share this episode with someone who could benefit. Enjoy!
Jason Carter - Killing Really Big Bucks
July 25, 2019 19:54 - 1 hour - 117 MBThis episode is one I have been looking forward to since I started the podcast. Jason is an authority on killing big bucks. We do a listener Q & A. Jason offers insight into field judging big bucks and what to look for in antler configuration. We also have a lengthy discussion about trail cameras and specifically targeting bucks in areas with a lot of water and areas with almost no water. He gives his opinion on all the moisture we're having this year and what the expectations are for antler...
Arizona OTC Archery Hunting Story with Jason Wittwer
July 05, 2019 00:15 - 1 hour - 133 MBJason Wittwer joins the podcast to tell the story of chasing mule deer in Arizona with his bow. With no shortage of stalking opportunities, Jason experiences the frustrations of chasing mule deer with a bow. These hunts are available to anyone who is willing to try and run on a calendar year basis. Hunters can start hunting in January in most general season units. Units usually open back up in August. Then, if you haven't filled your tag, hunters get one last chance in the month of December....
#53 - Utah Archery Mule Deer Hunt Story with Corey Beckendorf
June 19, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 124 MBCorey Beckendorf and Dustin sit down to relive the story of Corey's Utah archery mule deer hunt from 2018. Corey has been hunting out west for 8 years and tells the story of notching his tag on a solid Utah buck, his best mule deer to date. Enjoy!
#52 - I'm Back!
June 17, 2019 02:11 - 19 minutes - 27.2 MBDustin fires up the podcast machine and hits record for a long overdue episode. He explains where he's been for the last 6 months or so. He gives an update to his new career, new location, and what to expect going forward. If you are new to the podcast, expect some great backcountry hunting audio experiences! If you were a previous listener, you know what to expect! Either way, if you have a topic, guest, hunting story, or piece of backcountry hunting gear you would like as an episode on the...
#51 - Robby Denning - How To Kill Big Bucks Early & Mid Season
September 17, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBRobby Denning talks hunting big bucks in early to mid season. Robby discusses all the tactics he uses to locate, keep track, and kill monster bucks when he's not hunting the November rut. Robby explains buck behavior after they rub their velvet in September. We also discuss where big bucks go in tough-to-hunt month of October. Robby is passionate about mule deer and his results speak for themselves. Enjoy! Instagram @robbydenning Instagram @finding.backcountry.podcast For pack llama renta...
#51 - Robby Denning - How To Kill Big Bucks Early & Mid Season
September 17, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBRobby Denning talks hunting big bucks in early to mid season. Robby discusses all the tactics he uses to locate, keep track, and kill monster bucks when he's not hunting the November rut. Robby explains buck behavior after they rub their velvet in September. We also discuss where big bucks go in tough-to-hunt month of October. Robby is passionate about mule deer and his results speak for themselves. Enjoy! Instagram @robbydenning Instagram @finding.backcountry.podcast For pack llama renta...
#50 - David Wise - Olympic Gold Medals, Backcountry Hunting Training, Wise Off-The-Grid Adventures
September 10, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 95.1 MBDavid Wise is a two time gold medalist. He loves to hunt the backcountry. We talk about how mainstream society looks at the hunting world. We discuss the similarities and differences between training to hunt and training to compete at a gold medal level. We talk about his struggles with bowhunting and his recent successes. David explains his new platform, Wise Off The Grid, where he will document his journey of hunting and general off grid adventures of him and his family. Enjoy! You can fi...
#49 - Andy Moeckel - Hunting Stories, Overcoming Obstacles To Be A Better Hunter
September 03, 2018 14:36 - 1 hour - 93.6 MBAndy has a unique perspective on hunting. We discuss some of his best hunting stories and successes. We discuss overcoming physical setbacks and how to keep a great attitude in hunting and in life. Andy is a partner with the Legion OST podcast. Enjoy!
#48 - BONUS - Antelope Hunting Success, Wild Feral Horses, Corey's Life Update, Long Range Lucille
August 31, 2018 16:28 - 40 minutes - 55.7 MBBonus episode! Dustin & Corey discuss difficulties hunting antelope in Nevada with a rifle. Dustin finds success on a "frustration buck" with his new Weatherby 6.5-300 Wby Mag named Long Range Lucille. The wild horse problem is discussed. Corey updates his current career situation and life change. Enjoy! Instagram @finding.backcountry.podcast @teambackcountry @enjoyingthepursuit @dustinwittwer @backcountry_logistics
#47 - Meeting Larry Jones, Excuses Hunters Make, Altitude Sickness, Nevada Deer Recap & Lessons Learned
August 27, 2018 10:00 - 53 minutes - 73.5 MBI had a chance to meet Larry Jones and South Cox! I talk about the experience of meeting and camping next to a couple legends in the Nevada backcountry. I give a rundown of excuses hunters make when unsuccessful on a hunt. I give a rundown of my favorite excuses after not tagging out for deer in the Nevada backcountry. I give a recap of our Nevada backcountry hunt, including dealing with altitude sickness. Last, I touch on my upcoming antelope hunt in Nevada. Follow our hunting pages: @te...
#47 - Meeting Larry Jones, Excuses Hunters Make, Altitude Sickness, Nevada Deer Recap & Lessons Learned
August 27, 2018 10:00 - 53 minutes - 73.5 MBI had a chance to meet Larry Jones and South Cox! I talk about the experience of meeting and camping next to a couple legends in the Nevada backcountry. I give a rundown of excuses hunters make when unsuccessful on a hunt. I give a rundown of my favorite excuses after not tagging out for deer in the Nevada backcountry. I give a recap of our Nevada backcountry hunt, including dealing with altitude sickness. Last, I touch on my upcoming antelope hunt in Nevada. Follow our hunting pages: @te...
#46 - Listeners Q & A, Part 2 - Floorless Tents, Finding Big Mule Deer, Versatile Hunting Tools, & Much More!
August 20, 2018 08:00 - 51 minutes - 70.3 MBCorey and I continue on with listener questions that were asked online. We do our best to answer with the most valuable information possible. Thank you to all our followers who asked questions. We apologize if we didn't get to your question. Enjoy!
#46 - Listeners Q & A, Part 2 - Floorless Tents, Finding Big Mule Deer, Versatile Hunting Tools, & Much More!
August 20, 2018 08:00 - 51 minutes - 70.3 MBCorey and I continue on with listener questions that were asked online. We do our best to answer with the most valuable information possible. Thank you to all our followers who asked questions. We apologize if we didn't get to your question. Enjoy!
#45 - NV Archery Deer Hunt, Followers Q & A with Corey Beckendorf
August 13, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 89.3 MBThe 2018 hunting season is finally here! Corey and I give a brief summary of our upcoming hunt, including our decision to bring a videographer along to document the journey and share with our followers. Nick, our videographer, will be along to film the entire experience of Corey and I chasing mule deer in the Nevada backcountry. Look for a short film and possibly an entry into the Film Tour later this year. We also burn through some follower's questions from our Instagram feed. The topics ...
#45 - NV Archery Deer Hunt, Followers Q & A with Corey Beckendorf
August 13, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 89.3 MBThe 2018 hunting season is finally here! Corey and I give a brief summary of our upcoming hunt, including our decision to bring a videographer along to document the journey and share with our followers. Nick, our videographer, will be along to film the entire experience of Corey and I chasing mule deer in the Nevada backcountry. Look for a short film and possibly an entry into the Film Tour later this year. We also burn through some follower's questions from our Instagram feed. The topics ...
#44 - South Cox - Stalking Mule Deer, Killing In Underwear, Pack Goats vs Pack Llamas
August 06, 2018 11:00 - 1 hour - 148 MBSouth Cox is a legendary mule deer bowhunter. He owns Stalker Stickbows and consistently kills mature mule deer with traditional archery equipment. We discuss what he looks for when choosing to stalk a mule deer buck. He explains his thought process when stalking mule deer in his underwear. We discuss the importance of knowing a unit to increase success. South explains the difference between hunting with pack goats, pack llamas, and horses, and much more. Enjoy! His new DVD is now available...
#43 - Clay Allen - Finding and Killing Big Bucks, Social Media & Hunting
July 30, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBClay Allen explains finding and killing big bucks. We discuss passing smaller bucks to set your sights on monster bucks. Clay explains his summer scouting methods to find and pattern big bucks. We also discuss the affect social media has on hunting. This is a great episode with a great hunter who has killed and scouted some massive high country bucks. Enjoy! Instagram: @clayallen74
#43 - Clay Allen - Finding and Killing Big Bucks, Social Media & Hunting
July 30, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBClay Allen explains finding and killing big bucks. We discuss passing smaller bucks to set your sights on monster bucks. Clay explains his summer scouting methods to find and pattern big bucks. We also discuss the affect social media has on hunting. This is a great episode with a great hunter who has killed and scouted some massive high country bucks. Enjoy! Instagram: @clayallen74
#42 - John Stallone - Spot & Stalk Antelope
July 23, 2018 14:43 - 1 hour - 143 MBAntelope hunting the west spot & stalk style with a bow! For many western big game hunters, archery antelope is the first chance we get to grab the bow and dust off our stalking skills for the year. John Stallone, host of the "Interviews with the Hunting Masters" podcast, breaks down his process for archery hunting antelope. We start with picking a unit and state, then discuss the scouting process, and finally we talk hunting tactics and after-the-kill processing. Enjoy! @johnstallone - Ins...
#42 - John Stallone - Spot & Stalk Antelope
July 23, 2018 14:43 - 1 hour - 143 MBAntelope hunting the west spot & stalk style with a bow! For many western big game hunters, archery antelope is the first chance we get to grab the bow and dust off our stalking skills for the year. John Stallone, host of the "Interviews with the Hunting Masters" podcast, breaks down his process for archery hunting antelope. We start with picking a unit and state, then discuss the scouting process, and finally we talk hunting tactics and after-the-kill processing. Enjoy! @johnstallone - Ins...
#41 - Trail Camera Regulations, Momentum vs Kinetic Energy, Archery Setups with Jason Wittwer
July 16, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 87.9 MBNevada trail camera regulations will change hunting this year in Nevada for many hunters. We discuss the changes and how it will effect our season. We also discuss our current arrow setups including the advantage of momentum over kinetic energy calculations. This was a relaxed episode with me and my brother, my favorite way to record a podcast. Enjoy!
#40 - Backpack Hunting Gear List with Corey Beckendorf
July 09, 2018 08:00 - 1 hour - 128 MBCorey and I break down our entire backpack hunting gear list. We discuss exactly what we take in our pack and why. We talk about gear failures we've had in the past along with new pieces of gear we'll be using this year. Whether you are seasoned backpack hunting veteran or just getting into backpack hunting, there is something for everyone to take away from this episode. Enjoy!