Tradquest
131 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 245 ratingsA traditional bow hunting podcast
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Episodes
Episode 79, Don Thomas and Doug Borland Big Tent Theory
February 27, 2019 19:42 - 1 hour - 110 MBIn this episode we talk about the past, present and future of bowhunting. The good and bad of social media, hunting organizations, increasing technology and how it is effecting the hunting community.
Episode 78, Bob Smith of Big Stick Archery
February 18, 2019 16:37 - 1 hour - 104 MBIn this episode we sit down with Bob Smith of Big Stick Archery! We talk Bow building, bass fishing:) and elk hunting of course. Bob shares the ups and downs of coming out west to elk hunt...enjoy
Episode 77 Matt Webb Bowhunting Down Under
February 12, 2019 15:09 - 1 hour - 109 MBIn this episode we talk with the man from down under Matt Webb. We talk about bowhunting opportunities in Australia along with some good shooting tips and of course some good stories . Matt is a wealth of knowledge and hunts year round so listen up!! check out his you tube videos at Matt Webbs Wild Harvest. Also look him up on Facebook or Instagram and check out the wool bush vests he makes!! enjoy!!
Episode 76 Bow and Arrow set-ups for 2018 season
February 03, 2019 17:09 - 1 hour - 91.8 MBIn this episode we talk about our bow and arrow setups for the 2018 season and how they have changed over the years. We talk bows, arrows, feathers and all things involved in each of our set-ups. Along with some theories that may or may not be correct!! Enjoy!!
Episode 75 G. Fred Asbell on Instinctive Bowhunting
January 23, 2019 06:20 - 1 hour - 100 MBIn this episode we talk with the bowhunting legend G. Fred Asbell. He should need no introduction, the man who wrote the books on instinctive shooting and stalking and still hunting. Fred is a great guy and an amazing bowhunter, we had a great conversation and we are honored to have him on the podcast!!! Enjoy!!
Episode 74 Dick & Yote Robertson
January 16, 2019 05:34 - 1 hour - 97.3 MBIn this episode we sit down with Dick and Yote Robertson and talk about their epic sheep hunt last fall. Cant say enough good things about these guys, we had a great talk and look forward to getting together around a campfire!! Enjoy!!
Episode 73 Tom Huebner Spot and Stalk Moose and Mule Deer
December 31, 2018 03:12 - 1 hour - 106 MBIn this episode we talk with Tom Huebner about some spot and stalk bowhunting. Tom has been shooting a bow since he was a little guy and grew up in a bowhunting family. A lot of little tips in here so listen up!! He had an incredible season in 2018 so we recap his mule deer and moose hunt...enjoy!!
Episode 72 Brian Morris Bucks,Bulls and Mentorship
December 24, 2018 07:17 - 1 hour - 82.3 MBIn this episode we talk with Brian Morris Blacktail Bows pro-athlete:) We talk about Brians season stalking blacktail and mule deer as well as some Nevada elk. Brian is a great guy who spends a lot of time mentoring new and young hunters in the field...enjoy!!
Episode 71 Jake Powell, The Colorado Big 8
December 15, 2018 22:27 - 1 hour - 87.8 MBIn this episode we talk with Jake Powell, a bowhunting legend most of you have never heard of. Jake has taken the Colorado Big 8 four times with a stick bow. Jake has been shooting a bow for 70 years and we share some of his lifetime of hunting with the stick bow!! Enjoy!!
Episode 70 Paul Brunner on 60 years of Elk Hunting
November 22, 2018 16:01 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBIn this episode we sit down with one of the best elk hunters to carry a stick bow. Paul Brunner has been hunting elk with a bow for sixty years and is still hitting it hard every fall. This year alone he killed 3 bulls in 3 different states!!!! I don't know many people who have taken 55+ elk with a stickbow!!! So listen up we talk all things bowhunting from then till now!!! Enjoy!!!
Episode 69 Tom Ryle on Hunting Blacktail Deer
November 18, 2018 06:28 - 1 hour - 83 MBIn this episode we talk bowhunting blacktail deer with Tom Ryle. Tom has been hunting the elusive gray ghost for a long time and has a wealth of knowledge and experience to share. Check out his blog at pnwbowhunting.com and Enjoy!!!!
Episode 68 Hart Mountain Mule Deer Re-Cap
November 12, 2018 21:34 - 2 hours - 119 MBIn this episode we give a day by day update on our 2018 mule deer hunt. The ups and downs of our tradquest nightly by the wood stove in the wall tent.....enjoy!!!
Episode 67 Chris Parrino on Elk Hunting
October 29, 2018 16:08 - 2 hours - 112 MBIn this episode we sit down with our good buddy Chris Parrino and talk elk. Chris is more known for being a big bear hunter but he has also spent a lot of time out west hunting the wapiti. We also talk about his set up and shooting style....Enjoy!!!
Episode 66 Brian Koelzer on Western Whitetails
October 20, 2018 04:15 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBIn this episode we sit down with Brian Koelzer of Montana. Our purpose on this interview was to talk spot and stalk mule deer, but through the conversation we found out Brian is also a passionate whitetail hunter who has spent over 800 days in the stand hunting them!! So we had to pick his brain on his whitetail tactics!! As you will hear you won't find a more passionate bowhunter, so listen up and learn.......Enjoy!!!!
Episode 65 Bobs Arizona Elk Re-Cap
October 15, 2018 23:28 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBIn this episode we Re-Cap Bobs Arizona elk hunt and talk about what is on the horizon this fall rot Tradquest..Enjoy!!
Episode 64 Roosevelt re-cap with James and Joaquin
October 08, 2018 15:09 - 1 hour - 104 MBIn this episode James and Joaquin re-cap their awesome September chasing Roosevelt elk on the Oregon Coast. The ups and downs of hunting the jungle!!Enjoy
Episode 63 Bob’s Nevada elk hunt
September 14, 2018 04:17 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBHappy September everyone, this week we bring you our very own, Bob the Bowhunter Bourland's Nevada elk hunt. I hope you guys enjoy this one, back to the elk woods for me.
Episode 62 The Elknut on elk calling tactics
August 22, 2018 23:33 - 2 hours - 114 MBIn this episode we sat down with Paul Medel aka the Elknut and talked elk calling of course!! Paul is an amazing elk caller who over many years of experience has learned the language! His crew has called over 1000 bulls in over the years so listen up if you want to put some meat in the freezer this elk season!! Enjoy!
Making Bowhunting Better Episode 2 with DJ Zor
August 14, 2018 03:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBIn this episode we sat down with DJ Zor Arizona backcountry hunters and anglers co-chair. We talk about the great American conservation model and what we as sportsman and women do to help support that model. We talk about public lands and the issues facing us in modern times compared to those times at the turn of the century. We also talk about traditional bowhunting of course as DJ has recently made the switch and is very passionate about bowhunting and the great outdoors we are blessed with...
Episode 61 Elk and Deer season preparation
August 05, 2018 05:12 - 37 minutes - 35 MBIn this episode we sit down and discuss our upcoming hunts, new gear tips, scouting and what tradquest is up to. Enjoy!
Episode 60 Jerry Stout Hunting Desert Mule Deer
July 24, 2018 14:15 - 1 hour - 69.5 MBIn this episode we sat down with Jerry Stout at the longbow safari. Jerry is a legendary hunter of the Mule Buck so listen close to this one....Enjoy!
Episode 59 Terry Lightle The Nocking Point
July 21, 2018 03:47 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBIn this episode we sat down at Comptons with Terry Lightly the owner of the nocking point. We had a great time talking traditional archery, hunting, and traditional hunting season opportunities in Oklahoma. Terry is a great guy and if you need set up for anything traditional archery check him out at thenockingpoint.com.
Episode 58 Bryan Burkhardt Kodiak Island Blacktail
July 14, 2018 22:53 - 57 minutes - 53.5 MBIn this episode we sat down with Bryan to talk about his adventures hunting Blacktail on Kodiak Island. He tells some great stories as well as going over some of the tactics he uses while hunting the island. Enjoy!
Episode 57 Bryce Olson, The Tradquest for the North American 29
July 10, 2018 05:21 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MBIn this episode we sat down with Bryce Olson at the Compton Rendezvous. Bryce is on his way to completing the super slam with traditional equipment. He shares some great stories about his adventures so far, from Polar Bears to Mt Goat....enjoy! This was our first live podcast so there was a little audio feedback we do apologize.
Episode 56 Steve Byerly A Midwest Elk Hunter
June 29, 2018 21:42 - 1 hour - 70.9 MBIn this episode we sat down with Steve Byerly at the Compton Traditional Rendezvous. I just happened to meet Steve as he came by our booth and talked bowhunting. I quickly realized that this guy was a stud and I had to sit him down to tell some of his story. A blue collar brick mason who loves to bow hunt and has taken over 100 big game animals including 3 of the sheep species, Mt goat, elk, whitetail and on and on. Enjoy!
Episode 55 Barry Wensel and Mike Mitten, Brothers of the Bow
June 23, 2018 13:57 - 2 hours - 116 MBIn this episode we got to sit down with Barry Wensel and Mike Mitten at the Compton Traditional Rendevous. Legends of traditional bowhunting for sure they should not need an introduction. These guys are an absolute riot and we talked most things bowhunting...from solo hunting to whitetails and a little Paul Schafer in there too:) Both of them have new videos out so make sure to pick them up at Brothersofthebow.com and Herdbullproductions.com.
Episode 54 Dave Couch, A Walk in the Woods
June 07, 2018 16:21 - 1 hour - 70 MBIn this episode we talk with Compton Traditional Bowhunters archives chairman Dave Couch. Dave is a hunting fool so of course we talk some bowhunting! We also get into the organization he is passionate about and what the Compton archives are all about. Dave Hewitt joins us for the intro and we go over the events for next weeks Compton Rendezvous in Michigan. Enjoy
Making Bowhunting Better Episode 1 with Jim Akenson
May 31, 2018 13:15 - 30 minutes - 28.5 MBIn this episode we talk with Jim Akenson about what we as bowhunters can do at our state level to help make a difference in the decisions being made about our hunting opportunity. We also talk some Oregon bowhunting history and how our traditional seasons were started. Enjoy
Episode 53 Larry D Jones Elk Fever
May 26, 2018 03:03 - 1 hour - 106 MBIn this episode we bring back on the Legend Larry D Jones. We talk all things elk, from making the first elk fever video in the 80's to his tactics he uses today. Enjoy
Episode 52 Aron Snyder on Spring Bear and backpack hunting for newbies
May 16, 2018 06:19 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBIn this episode we talk with Aron about his recent bear hunt in BC. We also cover an intro to backpack hunting. We get a lot of listener questions on this subject so we figured we would get the backpack hunting guru on to answer your questions. Enjoy!
Episode 51 Jared Scheffler of Whitetail Adrenaline
May 13, 2018 06:07 - 1 hour - 99 MBIn this episode we talk with Jared Scheffler. Jared owns Whitetail Adrenaline and makes unique whitetail hunting videos. All public land and hunting from the ground its not what you think of when you think whitetail hunting! enjoy!
Episode 50 Doug Borland
May 05, 2018 04:40 - 1 hour - 83 MBIn this episode we talk with the man, the myth, the legend, Doug Borland. We talk about exploration floats down Alaska's wild rivers. He tells the story of the Moose John river with Jay Massey. And we also talk about his epic hunting excursions in Russia. Enjoy!!
Episode 49 Scott Koelzer Montana Mountain Man
April 26, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 70.9 MBIn this episode we sit down with Scott Koelzer of Montana. Scott is a living legend and has hunted everything from Grizzly Bears to Mule deer with a Silvertip Recurve. He was a hunting partner of Paul Schafer so of course we talk about that and he shares some great stories. Scott spends 200 days a year in the field and is an absolute stud so listen up!!!
Episode 48 Larry Yien
April 19, 2018 05:40 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBIn this episode we talk with Larry Yien, 3 time world longbow champion. We get deep into the hunting and talk about limiting your gear to increase your experience. Larry has even taken it as far as going on backpack hunts without packing food!! Enjoy
Episode 47 Bryan Burkhardt Alaska Moose DIY
April 10, 2018 13:56 - 1 hour - 77.6 MBIn this episode we talk Alaska Moose hunting with Bryan Burkhardt. Bryan has been going on diy trips up to Alaska for 10 years and has taken some incredible moose. We talk logistics, tactics and of course we get some stories on what its like to have these giant beasts in longbow range. Enjoy
Episode 46 Connie Renfro First woman to take the Colorado Big 8
April 07, 2018 06:15 - 1 hour - 81.1 MBIn this episode we talk with Connie Renfro of Colorado. Connie is an incredible hunter and the first woman to take the Colorado big 8 with a bow. We cover a lot in this one and tell some good stories that will give you the feel for what kind of hunter Connie is...she is the real deal. We also talk about what it is like to be a woman bowhunter and how to raise our daughters and convince our wives to get out there with us:)
Episode 45 Gary Renfro tracking mountain lions
April 03, 2018 14:42 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBIn this episode we got to talk with Gary Renfro of traditionalarcheryproducts.com. Gary is an absolute stud and is a legend in the traditional archery community. This episode we talk about mountain lion hunting without dogs. Yes I said without dogs!! Gary has tracked down and killed a mountain lion without dogs. Listen to find out how he did it... Enjoy
Episode 44 Emory Ronald Backpacking 2000 miles on PCT
March 26, 2018 14:24 - 1 hour - 95 MBEpisode 44 we talk backpacking with Emory Ronald of the By Land Podcast. Last year Emory set out on an epic adventure taking 6 months off work to hike the pacific crest trail from Mexico to Canada. Emory is also a hunter and we talk about the lessons learned from so much time on the trail, and how to relate those to hunting. Emory is also new to traditional archery so of course we talk about his tradquest, check him out at By Land Podcast.
Episode 43 Harold Fahrenbrook Elk, Buffalo, and bowhunting politics
March 23, 2018 07:32 - 1 hour - 108 MBIn this episode we talk with Harold Fahrenbrook of Colorado. Harold is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to hunting with a recurve. Harold is a blue collar guy who trades his time guiding in Alaska and has taken 20 of North America's 29 species with his recurve. He is also very passionate about trying to make a difference in some of the issues facing bowhunters today. We talk bowhunting of course but also get into what the future might bring, how to keep kids interested in the great outdoor...
Episode 42 Marvin Clyncke Hunting High Country Mule Deer
March 16, 2018 22:45 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBIn this episode we sit back down and talk stick bow hunting with Marvin Clyncke. If you don't know Marvin go back and listen to episode 28, Marvin is a true living legend. In this episode we talk specifically about hunting high country mule deer with the stick bow. You will not find a more experienced bowhunter on this subject, and Marvin was able to dig deep and give a few of his tips and techniques he has used over the last 50 years.
Episode 41 Chris Parrino Grizzly Bear Hunting
March 08, 2018 04:36 - 1 hour - 96 MBIn this episode we talk bear hunting with Chris Parrino. Chris has been on some incredible adventures and in this episode he shares a couple of those with us. Chris loves hunting big bears and has taken many grizzly bear, black bear, and a polar bear with his recurve.
Episode 40 Ryan Callaghan Dir Conservation & Public Relations for Firstlite
March 05, 2018 15:54 - 1 hour - 81.4 MBIn this episode we talk with Ryan Callaghan, the director of conservation and public relations for firstlite. We talk public lands, access and his new role for Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. We also get into the ups and downs of his Tradquest of course. Enjoy
Episode 39 Jeff Lander of Primitive Outfitting
February 27, 2018 03:32 - 1 hour - 82 MBIn this episode we talk with Jeff Lander. Jeff operates Primitive Outfitting in British Columbia and Alberta Canada. Jeff has been guiding and traditional bowhunting for a long time. We discuss traditional archery, the outfitting business, and todays new social media world. Enjoy
Episode 38 Surewood Shafts
February 24, 2018 01:25 - 1 hour - 67.8 MBIn this episode we sit down with Steve, Bob, and Carson the owners of surewood shafts. These guys are good friends of ours and they have been making some great arrow shafts for years! We talk wood arrows and Oregon archery history. Andy Ponce of addictive archery joins us for the intro and we draw the name for our arrow giveaway. Enjoy
Episode 37 Yote Robertson Sheep Hunter
February 19, 2018 06:40 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBIn this episode we get the pleasure of sitting down with Yote Robertson of Robertson Stykbow. Yote is an adventurer who moved to Alaska at a young age to hunt and guide in the last frontier. Yote is a die hard sheep hunter and has taken 3 Dall Sheep with a longbow! You will enjoy this one!
Episode 36 Brian Morris Wild Hog Hunting California
February 15, 2018 06:56 - 1 hour - 65.7 MBIn this Episode we talk about pig hunting in California with Brian Morris. Brian has killed over 100 pigs with a stick bow and he shares some tactics and great stories about hunting these beasts with a stick bow. If you were looking for something to do in the off season it sounds like pig hunting is it!!!!!!
Episode 35 Aron Snyder Alabama Whitetail
February 08, 2018 06:07 - 1 hour - 80.1 MBIn this episode we sit down and talk with Aron Snyder. We had Aron on a couple episodes back with Ryan Avery and we had a blast getting to know both of them. In the short time since then Aron has decided to hunt with the traditional bow for the 2018 season. And in this episode we talk to him in his Alabama whitetail camp where he is already finding success with the stickbow.
Episode 34 Mark Penninger Kodiak Goat Hunt
February 02, 2018 13:40 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBif you have ever dreamed of hunting mountain goats with the stick bow then this episode is for you. We had the pleasure of sitting down with Mark Penninger and sharing his adventures on his Kodiak island goat hunt. Living up on the mountain, sleeping under a tarp in a bivy sack, and getting within spitting distance....this episode will inspire you to plan your next adventure!!! !
Episode 33 Aron Snyder and Ryan Avery
January 24, 2018 19:40 - 1 hour - 93.8 MBIn this episode we got to talk with Ryan Avery of Rokslide and Aron Snyder of Kifaru. We talk elk hunting in the jungle of north Idaho, the difference between the compound and traditional archery, and we talk gear. These guys are gear junkies and spend 100s of days a year in the field. So we pick their brains on rain gear, base layers, shelters etc.
Episode 32 Echo Archery and Addictive Archery
January 19, 2018 03:00 - 1 hour - 96.2 MBIn this episode we sit down with Andy Ponce of Addictive Archery and Carson Brown of Echo Archery. We talk self bows, wood arrows, and of course tell a few hunting stories. Be sure to listen till the end for our wood arrow giveaway. Also check out the podcast on the Addictive Archery you tube channel.