Transition Wild - Sportsmen's Empire
72 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 51 ratingsThe Transition Wild Podcast is your source for expertise and inspiration on western big game hunting. Every other week, we talk with everyday DIY-ers, Hunting Product Companies, and Outdoor Industry Professionals who live, eat and breathe the outdoors to help YOU become a better western hunter. Subscribe to the Transition Wild Podcast on The Sportsmen’s Nation Podcast Network by visiting, Transition Wild Podcast.
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Mid Season Recap with Fred Bohm
October 08, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 65.7 MBToday on the Transition Wild Podcast, I am joined by returning guest, Fred Bohm. It’s always a pleasure having Fred on the show to talk hunting and this episode was a lot of fun. During our discussion, Fred walks us through his season so far and all of the exciting animals he’s been chasing with a bow in hand throughout 2020. We start things off with his recent elk hunts in Wyoming and Colorado, where he was able to take a cow and bull on public land within about a week time frame, on back...
Colorado High Country Archery Mule Deer Recap
October 01, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBToday I’m covering my recent archery mule deer hunt from early September in Colorado where I cover the events that unfolded during the hunt, as well as the preparation that lead up to it. I begin by covering how I decided on a certain unit and the reasons why I chose to do this hunt in the first place. I then talk about the preparation such as totally revamping my bow and shooting form, along with physical fitness for an above tree-line excursion around 13,000 feet elevation. I then cover my...
Q&A Elk Hunting Scenarios with Ben Guttormson
September 10, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 109 MBToday I’m joined by my friend Ben Guttormson for another badass elk hunting podcast. What’s cool about this episode is that it’s positioned as a question and answer format of various hunting situational and preparation scenarios, where Ben explains what he would do and the reasons why. During our discussion of preparation, I have him rank five categories of scouting, fitness, shooting, gear, and calling and how he prioritizes them in order of most important to least important. I also have hi...
Elk Hunting Wisdom with Cody Rich
August 27, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 71.7 MBToday we have Cody Rich on the show to hit us with all kinds of elk hunting knowledge, advice, and wisdom. For those of you who might not be familiar with Cody, he hosts The Rich Outdoors Podcast and talks with some truly remarkable guests on elk hunting tactics and strategy. In addition to that, Cody has many years of hunting experience and many bulls under his belt to boot so he is walking book of elk hunting knowledge, to say the least. We cover a number of topics during this episode bu...
Tim Andrews with Gypsum Creek Outfitters
August 13, 2020 09:00 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBToday my guest is Tim Andrews, owner and operator of Gypsum Creek Outfitters, based in Gypsum Colorado. Tim grew up in New York hunting whitetails, moved to Colorado in 2013 and instantly fell in love with elk hunting in the mountains. Tim is an everyday, DIY guy that followed his passion and purchased this outfitting business in 2019 to make a lifelong dream come true. During this episode, we talk about his progression as an elk hunter and how it ultimately led him to owning and running a...
Solo Archery Elk Hunting with Brandon Mcdonald
June 19, 2020 12:48 - 1 hour - 82.9 MBToday we have a really cool episode where we are talking solo, DIY public land elk hunting with Brandon Mcdonald. Brandon embarked on his first archery elk hunt in 2019 and we cover everything from preparation, gear, the highlights, and the struggles. We also talk about what he learned from his experiences and what he changing up for 2020 in order to tip the odds in his favor. It takes grit and a whole lot of mental toughness to keep grinding even when every voice inside your head is telli...
Western Hunt Preparation with Cliff Gray of Flat Tops Wilderness Guides
June 12, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 84.1 MBOn this episode, we are joined by returning guest, Cliff Gray of Flat Tops Wilderness Guides to talk about what you should be doing right now to prepare for an elk or deer hunt in the west this fall. Cliff walks us through why gear is important, but also why it shouldn’t necessarily be at the top of your list based. We also touch on a 2020 Colorado hunting outlook where we highlight a number of potential outcomes based on various weather patterns and changes in hunting pressure due to the co...
Justin Allen of Woodroad Gear Co.
May 21, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBToday we are joined by Justin Allen, founder of Woodroad Gear Co. to talk about his high quality, performance based socks that are built for western hunters and outdoorsman. If there is one thing for sure when it comes to mountain hunting, your feet are everything so its important to have a good pair of socks inside your boots. Prior to this episode, I thought socks were just “socks” and I never put much thought into the design and technology, but Justin explains what makes Woodroad Gear dif...
Dreaming of Mule Deer BS Session with Dan Johnson
May 07, 2020 09:00 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBToday I talk with Dan ‘The Man’ Johnson about our upcoming mule deer archery hunts that we have planned for later this Fall. Dan will be chasing muleys again in South Dakota and I’ll be partaking in my first archery mule deer hunt in Colorado. Dan and I both describe our scouting process and our hunting styles based on the areas we will be hunting. We also cover a little bit of turkey hunting, shed hunting, and a much anticipated Michigan public land whitetail hunt for Dan later this year....
Hunting Editor of Bugle Magazine - PJ DelHomme
April 23, 2020 03:42 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBOn today’s Transition Wild podcast, we are joined by PJ Delhomme, hunting editor of Bugle which is a nationally published magazine by the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. Ever since I moved to Colorado in 2015, I’ve been a member of RMEF and I sincerely enjoy reading every issue of Bugle so it was a true pleasure being able to sit down with PJ. To start off the episode we talk about PJ’s background of where he grew up, how he got into hunting, and his path that lead him to working and writin...
Spring Turkey Hunting with Garrett Roe of Heads Up Decoy
April 09, 2020 01:21 - 1 hour - 82 MBToday I’m joined by Garrett Roe, owner of Heads Up Decoy to talk Spring Turkey hunting and tactics for chasing birds on the ground with a decoy. During the first half of the episode, Garrett gives us a number of tips and strategies to get aggressive on Spring turkeys. We also cover some of the product features of a Heads Up Turkey Decoy and how they are portable, durable, versatile and lightweight. During the second half of the episode, we transition to the story of Garrett’s whitetail he ...
Grizzly Bear Investigations with Brian Sommers
March 26, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBOn today’s episode, I talk with Brian Sommers, a Montana Game Warden who specializes in criminal investigation and grizzly bear attack training. Brian has been working with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks for over 35 years and has helped develop wildlife attack response guidelines for Montana FWP. We discuss various topics all revolving around grizzly bear and black bear attacks in Montana, how officers conduct investigations and why they are important. We also talk about high risk encoun...
2020 Colorado Elk Hunting
March 11, 2020 23:57 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBWe are already half way through March and before we know it, elk season will be knocking at the door. In today’s episode, I cover 2020 elk hunting in Colorado and what you should expect for archery and rifle seasons later this Fall based on some changes to the season dates and hunting pressure. I also cover some highlights of the 2020 big game application period which is currently open and why you should be applying for preference points during this time. I then cover how to nail down a pa...
Kristin Cannon with Colorado Parks and Wildlife
February 27, 2020 16:36 - 1 hour - 86.9 MBToday I’m joined by Kristin Cannon of Colorado Parks and Wildlife to talk about laws and regulations revolving around big game hunting in Colorado. Kristin has worked for the agency for many years and gives us a background of how she got started in the field of biology and wildlife enforcement. With the big game application period opening up in March, we talk about recent changes for the 2020 draw and new things you should be aware of. We also cover the five-year big game structure season ...
Grizzly Encounters in Elk Country with Mike Mershon
February 13, 2020 20:18 - 1 hour - 80 MBToday we are joined by Mike Mershon, a resident of Montana who hunts elk each fall in grizzly country. Since moving to Montana in the 90’s, Mike has grown up hunting among grizzly bears and even though it is second nature to him, he has had some pretty crazy experiences over the years. We talk in depth about his gear preparation against grizzlies which includes bear spray and a side arm for protection. Mike covers how he carries his handgun, where his holster location is, and how he is abl...
Ebikes on Public Lands with Morgan Lommele
January 30, 2020 04:14 - 1 hour - 86.8 MBToday we are joined by Morgan Lommele of People For Bikes to talk about laws, policies, and information pertaining to the use of electric bicycles on public lands. A big reason for recording this episode is not only because I work for QuietKat, an electric bike manufacturer based in Eagle, Colorado but also because I’m an avid e-bike rider on public lands. During the podcast, we cover what People For Bikes does to help with bike and e-bike access on public lands, trails, and roadways and w...
CWD in Colorado with Matt Dunfee
January 15, 2020 23:45 - 1 hour - 86.9 MBMy guest today is Matt Dunfee, Director of the CWD Alliance, where we cover the current state of Chronic Wasting Disease in Colorado. We begin by covering what CWD is, what a prion is, how it spreads, and why we should be concerned as hunters and outdoorsman. We then talk about what the history of the disease in Colorado and the prevalence percentage of deer and elk in the state. We then discuss what Colorado Parks and Wildlife is doing to actively manage CWD and the action plan revolving ...
Curt Headington with Xpedition Archery
January 02, 2020 01:38 - 1 hour - 76.2 MBToday we are joined by Curt Headington, Vice President of Xpedition Archery, a leading compound bow manufacturer based in Decorah Iowa. During this episode we cover the 2020 lineup of bows which include their flag ship models MX15 and M16 as well as the Denali LX, Xscape, Mountaineer X, Thresher X, and the Perfextion XL. Curt walks us through the entire multi-year process from concept to production on what it takes to manufacture a premium bow in today’s world. We also cover many significa...
Hunting, Photography, and Life with Fred Bohm
December 19, 2019 04:52 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBToday I’m joined by returning guest and all-around hunting badass, Fred Bohm. We start off the podcast with a recap of his 2019 hunting season which included antelope, high-country mule deer, and multiple states for whitetails where we cover some the successes, failures, and lessons learned along way. We also talk about introducing his kids to hunting and the outdoors by involving them in every process at a young age. Fred then walks us through his photography series on his website, which ...
Cliff Gray with Flat Tops Wilderness Guides
December 06, 2019 06:30 - 1 hour - 89.3 MBToday we are joined by returning guest, Cliff Gray who is the owner of Flat Tops Wilderness Guides where we discuss all things related to elk and deer hunting in Colorado. During this podcast, we dive into a recap of the 2019 hunting conditions, success rates and setting realistic expectations for public land elk hunting. We also talk about weather related trends and how precipitation can affect elk and elk hunting conditions. We talk about the current and future state of elk/deer hunting ...
Becoming an Elk Guide with John Ferkowicz
November 20, 2019 22:59 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBToday my guest is John Ferkowicz who recently made the transition from whitetail guide to an elk guide, where he worked for an outfitter in Colorado during the 2019 archery season. John owns a food plot business and during his offseason, has been guiding whitetails in Illinois for the better part of a decade. On today’s episode we cover why John wanted to try elk guiding, how he was able to land a job with an outfitter, and what it took to make it all came together. We also cover what guid...
Mark Holyoak with the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
November 09, 2019 21:06 - 1 hour - 77.4 MBOn today’s episode we are joined by Mark Holyoak, Director of Communication for RMEF. During our discussion, we cover the background of how the organization began back in 1984, its overall mission, and what they are doing today to help preserve elk and elk hunting. Mark explains how RMEF is more than just an elk organization by helping open up land access, habitat restoration and forest management to benefit both wildlife and outdoorsman. We also talk about some of the hot button topics RM...
377” NM Public Land Bull with David Ware
October 25, 2019 00:37 - 1 hour - 77.6 MBOn today’s episode we are joined by returning guest, David Ware to talk about his 377” bull he killed in New Mexico on a DIY public land elk hunt. This hunt just took place last month in September of 2019 and when David sent me photos, I knew I had to have him back on the show. We cover the details A to Z, from when he drew the tag back in April, to scouting and hanging cameras in June, to when he killed the bull in late September. We talk about his scouting efforts, hanging cameras, and h...
2019 Montana Elk Success with Josh Neville
October 10, 2019 02:00 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBOn today’s Transition Wild podcast, I’m joined by my good friend Josh Neville to recap his 2019 archery elk hunt in Montana. After five years of chasing elk in multiple states, Josh was able to experience success in 2019 with a great bull. During this episode, we cover why he chose Montana over other states such as Colorado or Idaho and how he was able to nail down potential areas to hunt. We also talk about making adjustments when things don’t go as planned and the full play-by-play detai...
Elk Hunting Lessons with Dan Johnson
September 27, 2019 11:22 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBElk hunting, especially archery elk hunting, is no easy task. It takes time, dedication, and grit to pound the mountain day after day on a week long trip. On today’s episode, I talk with Dan Johnson about his past two years of elk hunting in Colorado where we discuss expectations, goals, and lessons learned from his 2018 and 2019 seasons. One big takeaway from Dan’s elk hunt during the 2018 season was just how physically demanding and rugged the terrain is where we hunt, so we talk in grea...
Out Of State Elk Hunting with Beau Martonik
August 29, 2019 15:22 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBToday we are joined by my friend Beau Martonik to talk about out of state DIY elk hunting in the mountain west on public land. We cover all aspects of non-resident elk hunting and how he goes about selecting a state, scouting and researching hunting areas, and overall preparation. Beau recently got into elk hunting so we talk in great detail about his hunts from last year in Montana and how he is changing things up in 2019 in regards to gear, hunting areas, and strategy. We also cover physi...
Hunting Pressured Elk with Ben Guttormson
August 15, 2019 02:00 - 1 hour - 72.8 MBToday we are joined by Ben Guttormson to talk about tactics and strategies for hunting pressured elk on public land. Ben grew up in the Midwest but now resides in Montana and has years of elk hunting experience with a bow under his belt. He is without a doubt the real deal when it comes to killing big bulls. During this episode we cover Ben’s summer scouting routine and how he puts the odds in his favor well before the season even begins. We talk about common mistakes people make when elk h...
Elk Decoy Tactics with Garrett Roe
August 01, 2019 02:00 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBOn today’s episode, we have returning guest, Garrett Roe to cover aggressive decoy tactics for elk. Garrett is the owner and founder of Heads Up Decoy, a manufacturer of lightweight, portable decoys for bowhunting. This podcast is jam packed with tips and strategies all revolving around elk bowhunting and how to get aggressive on public land bulls. We first cover the design and features of the decoy that are appealing to archery hunters, and reasons why you should consider using one on ever...
Digital Scouting For Elk
July 17, 2019 19:35 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBIf you’re a beginner to elk country and you live 1,000 miles away, chances are you’ll be putting some effort into scouting before you show up to the mountains. Unfortunately, not all of us can drive 30 minutes and dive head first into elk habitat so were forced into doing the next best thing, digital scouting on platforms such as Google Earth and onXmaps. On today’s episode I’m covering digital scouting tips for elk that you can use to help you become a more successful hunter this fall. I b...
Setting Up Your Bow For Western Hunting with Jake Bell
July 05, 2019 13:45 - 1 hour - 67 MBToday I’m joined by my friend Jake Bell who is a super knowledgeable bow technician in Colorado. We talk all things related to archery setups and dialing in your bow for western big game hunting. When chasing elk in unforgiving mountain terrain, your bow has to be bomb proof and Jake talks about the things we can do to prepare and to ensure our equipment doesn't fail in the field or let us down during the moment of truth. Elk and mule deer are bigger animals than your average whitetail and s...
Skull Brew Coffee & Conservation
June 20, 2019 02:00 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBToday I’m joined by my good friend Clint Campbell to talk about his latest venture, Skull Brew Coffee and what they are doing to give back to conservation and wildlife. We talk about how Skull Brew came to be, why it was started, and what they are doing differently than other coffee companies. Clint then walks us through the different coffee blends they currently offer and how a portion of the profits are donated back to support clean water, wild places, and the animals we love. In addition ...
Outdoor Edge with Colin Wayne
June 05, 2019 18:41 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBToday I’m joined by Colin Wayne of Outdoor Edge to cover their full line up of hunting knives and cutlery designed for backcountry outdoorsman. Colin leads the sales team and walks us through how the company was started and where they are at today as leading manufacturer of knives and tools. In addition to making high quality knives for hunters, Outdoor Edge has many product offerings for other market segments such as fishing, camping, tactical, industrial, and every day carry. Colin also e...
Public Land Elk Hunting with Jared Scheffler
May 23, 2019 02:48 - 1 hour - 94.5 MBMost of you are probably familiar with Jared Scheffler from Whitetail Adrenaline, creator of the most action packed deer hunting videos ever, but today he joins us to talk all things elk hunting. Although whitetails are his primary gig, Jared is a master when it comes to figuring out animals and making aggressive moves to have success on pressured elk. Jared walks us through how he got started with elk hunting in 2015 and his progression from beginner to seasoned pro in just a short period ...
Spring Bear Hunting with Jason Sibble
May 08, 2019 22:14 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBToday we are joined by Jason Sibble to talk Spring bear hunting in the mountain west. Jason is a resident of Montana and walks us through the strategies for a beginner bear hunter in regards to digital scouting and how to locate black bears in the field. One strategy that Jason uses is spending time prior to season contacting state game officials and local biologists in the areas he is considering hunting so that he can find units with higher concentration of black bears. We also discuss w...
Xpedition Archery with Curt Headington
April 25, 2019 02:00 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBToday I’m joined by Curt Headington, Vice President of Operations for Xpedition Archery. Xpedition is a bow manufacturer located in Decorah, Iowa that specializes in making some of best vertical hunting and target bows in the industry. Curt gives us the background of Xpedition Archery, its recent acquisition, and how they are building a “new” company from a strong history from its aerospace industry roots. We talk about the differences in design and the features that set them apart from the...
Western Shed Hunting with Brad Delman
April 11, 2019 02:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBToday I’m joined by my good friend Brad Delman where we cover elk and mule deer shed antler hunting. I’m an avid shed hunter myself so it was fun to talk with Brad and pick his brain for all sorts of tips and strategies that he uses to come home with a heavy pack loaded down with antlers. We cover the May 1st Colorado shed hunting restriction, why it was enacted, and our take on how it could be improved so animals are further protected during winter months. Brad talks about how he got into ...
Scopes, Binoculars, & Range Finders with Jimmy Hamilton of Vortex
March 27, 2019 21:52 - 1 hour - 75.8 MBToday we talk with Jimmy Hamilton of Vortex Optics about their line of scopes, binoculars, range finders and spotting scopes designed for hardcore hunters. Jimmy gives us the background of how Vortex got its start and his background of working at the company. We start by highlighting the brand itself and dive into what separates Vortex from it’s competitors through offering a superior quality product at an affordable price and always putting the customer first. Jimmy explains their VIP warra...
FOB Archery
March 14, 2019 02:00 - 55 minutes - 51.3 MBToday we are joined by Luke Hardin, Brinck Bowers and Dan Conner of FOB Archery. More likely than not, you’ve probably never heard of this company but they have come out with an innovative fletching design for bowhunters. One of the unique features about a FOB (Fletching Only Better) is how quick and easy they are to install without using glue or jigs. These innovative fletchings have an airfoil design that provides better arrow flight and broad head stabilization for longer shots in windy c...
Backcountry Photography with Charlie Williams
February 28, 2019 02:17 - 1 hour - 71 MBToday I talk with my good buddy and returning guest Charlie Williams on backcountry hunting photography. Charlie is a self-taught photographer and does freelance work across the country for waterfowl, elk, and whitetail deer. We talk about the importance of telling the full story of the hunt through photos and how Charlie mixes things up with a variety of shots to portray different emotions. We discuss his younger years of getting started and what made him dive head first into a full-fledge ...
Western Whitetails with Gordon Whittington
February 14, 2019 01:54 - 1 hour - 72.3 MBToday I’m joined by Gordon Whittington, editor in chief of North American Whitetail magazine. We dive into a number of topics regarding whitetails but we talk a lot about western whitetail deer hunting in states like Kansas and Nebraska, and how it’s a perfect stepping stone hunt before going on an elk or mule deer trip in the mountains. We also discuss the latest issue of NAW Magazine and the new world record “Brewster Buck” which scores over 320 inches B&C as the featured cover story. We ...
Gabriel Saindon of Ivory Holsters
January 30, 2019 02:28 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBOn today’s podcast I’m joined by Gabriel Saindon, owner and founder of Ivory Holsters. We talk about the history of the company, why it was founded, and how they set out to create a better holster for hunters and concealed carriers. We also discuss the importance carrying sidearm while bowhunting in the backcountry for self defense against predators and providing piece of mind in remote areas. Gabriel highlights the product design and features of Ivory Holsters that makes them unique and a ...
The Technology Evolution of Hunting with Joe Wilson
January 17, 2019 02:59 - 1 hour - 77.1 MBToday I’m joined by returning guest, Joe Wilson to discuss all things technology related to hunting and how the use of technology is evolving us as hunters. We dive into a number of specific hunting products which include cellular trail cameras, range finder sights, scent elimination products, and electric bikes among other things. We talk about their position in the world of hunting and cover angles revolving around fair chase, hunter recruitment and legality regulations. During the entire...
Archery Antelope Hunting with John Mulligan
January 03, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 70.9 MBA pronghorn hunt has been on my bucket list for years. On today’s show, I’m joined by John Mulligan where he covers his past two years of hunting in Montana, chasing speed goats with a bow. Topics covered during our discussion include tactics for spot and stalk and how to increase your odds when making the decision to pursue an animal. John also shares his tips for finding public land areas and planning driving routes prior to hunt to cover the maximum amount of land as possible. We discuss...
Adam’s 2018 Oklahoma Whitetail Hunt
December 13, 2018 03:25 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBOn today’s episode, I recap my whitetail deer hunt to Oklahoma and to go along with the DIY theme, I thought it would be fitting to record this podcast by myself since the trip was done completely solo. Although the majority of my hunting now takes place in Colorado chasing mule deer and elk, it’s in my blood to go on at least one whitetail hunt each year to stay true to my Michigan roots. During this podcast, I cover why and how I ultimately ended up choosing Oklahoma to hunt in 2018 after...
Timber To Table Guide Service with Adam Gall
December 06, 2018 02:58 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBToday with we talk with Adam Gall, owner and founder of Timber To Table Guide Service about their ongoing efforts to showcase hunting in an all-encompassing view of conservation, wildlife management and food. Adam has a background as a firefighter/forestry technician, wolf biologist and a high school science teacher which has helped shape his educational focus to showcase hunting as so much more than the “kill”. In addition to guiding paid clients on public and private land for elk and mule...
Montana Mule Deer Hunt with Jackson Ryley and Joe Umphries
November 25, 2018 22:51 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBToday we have my good friends, Joe Umphries and Jackson Ryley on the show to talk about their recent public land rifle mule deer hunt in Montana. What’s cool about this story is that they did this completely DIY with their Father’s and were able to go 4/4 on bucks in a short week of hunting Any successful out of state adventure hunt starts months ahead of time with meticulous planning so we cover a lot of what they did to properly prepare, from scouting to gear. We talk about the importance...
Nebraska Whitetail Deer Hunting with Bob Polanic
November 08, 2018 04:15 - 53 minutes - 49.5 MBOn today’s episode, I’m getting back to my whitetail roots with Bob Polanic where he talks about his out of state whitetail deer hunts to Nebraska. He covers why he started hunting Nebraska and how he was able to get access to hunt some private ground without paying a high dollar lease or hunting with an outfitter. We talk about the terrain and how it’s a different world of hunting when you leave the confines of northern Michigan. We also discuss his upcoming hunt in Iowa, where he was able...
DIY Elk Planning with Jacob Coons
October 25, 2018 02:19 - 1 hour - 86.8 MBPlanning your first western DIY elk hunt can feel like an overwhelming task when you haven't done it before and you're starting at square one. On this episode of Transition Wild hunting podcast, Adam talks with Jacob Coons as he shares his tips and strategies for planning a successful elk hunt on public land. He really drives home the point that a successful hunt relies on your planning and preparation months in advance of the actual trip itself. Jacob has a very analytical mindset and talk...
Archery Elk Hunt Recap with Garrett Roe
October 11, 2018 04:11 - 1 hour - 70.5 MBToday we have another returning guest, Garrett Roe where we talk about his 2018 archery elk hunt in Colorado. We cover everything from drawing the tag, to his August scouting trip, to the heart pounding encounters over the two weeks he spent in the mountains. Even though this hunt took place in a draw unit on public land, Garrett quickly realized that the hunting pressure and the elusiveness of elk remained just as high as OTC units. His determination and will to find and kill an elk with a ...
2018 Colorado Archery Bull with Drew Rouse
September 27, 2018 02:08 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBToday we have another returning guest, Drew Rouse of Reel Game Calls, where he shares the details of his 2018 elk hunt where he was able to kill a smoker bull elk on public land in Colorado. We discuss the events leading up to the hunt, drawing a unit 61 tag, and the scouting preparation for this particular unit. Drew also talks about the number of encounters he had while testing “yet to be released” calls and how much fun he had interacting with so many elk. We also discuss the current sta...