East Meets West Hunt

On this BONUS episode, I'm a guest on Brad Luttrell's Restless Native podcast to talk about my journey in starting this podcast, getting into outdoor writing, starting a brand and more business/entrepreneurship related topics. It was different being the guest on a podcast rather than the one asking all of the questions, but I had a ton of fun on this one! Brad is the founder of the growing outdoors app, GO WILD. Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @restlessnative @gowildapp Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors GoWild www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Download the GoWild App Partners: University of Elk Hunting Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available. Heather's Choice Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2 Maven Optics Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order! MTN OPS MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik Wild Carrot Scents Changing the way you look at deer scents. Their tear away, no mess packaging is exactly what I need for hunting the mountains of Pennsylvania, to the swamps of the south and farm country in the midwest. Prime Archery Prime builds bows for hunters with parallel cam and centergy technology. Their free strings for life program is unmatched in the industry. Test drive one at your local shop and experience it yourself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I'm joined by a Midwestern whitetail genius, adventure bowhunter, and Outdoor Writer Clint Casper as he made the trip to Pennsylvania to spend the weekend hiking the mountains with me. We hiked over 20 miles in search of elk sheds and scouting for mountain bucks. Bringing Clint's farm country whitetail knowledge and his experience hunting the west brought a unique perspective to looking at how these mountain bucks are potentially using the terrain. We covered some of the listener questions, scouting tactics, chasing dreams and much more! If you don't pick up anything else from this one, I'm sure you will still get a good laugh! Topics: Clint comes to Pennsylvania I got peaked… Explaining wind and mountain thermals Finding the “why” behind deer sign Applying knowledge from different areas to mold your own hunting style Creating the lifestyle you want to live Clint’s 10 year journey into outdoor writing Chasing passions and doing extraordinary things Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @casperclint Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Clint Casper www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Check out Clint's blog work for East Meets West here! Partners: University of Elk Hunting Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available. Heather's Choice Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2 Maven Optics Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order! MTN OPS MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik Wild Carrot Scents Changing the way you look at deer scents. Their tear away, no mess packaging is exactly what I need for hunting the mountains of Pennsylvania, to the swamps of the south and farm country in the midwest. Prime Archery Prime builds bows for hunters with parallel cam and centergy technology. Their free strings for life program is unmatched in the industry. Test drive one at your local shop and experience it yourself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I'm joined by Alex Templeton, a farmer, rancher and you guessed it, a hunter from small town Missouri. Alex is a great ambassador for female hunters by working hard and living her best life. I start off by discussing my New Mexico application strategy followed by talking with Alex about her bowhunting elk success, special moments with her father, chasing big Missouri whitetails, women's Sitka Gear and much more - all while enjoying a few Busch lattes. Topics: My New Mexico Application Strategy Busch Lattes Alex’s background Elk bowhunting success in New Mexico Special moments hunting with your father Chasing big Missouri whitetails Sitka Gear Women’s line development Alex’s 2019 season outlook Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @alextempleton_ Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Partners: University of Elk Hunting Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available. Heather's Choice Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2 Maven Optics Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order! MTN OPS MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik Wild Carrot Scents Changing the way you look at deer scents. Their tear away, no mess packaging is exactly what I need for hunting the mountains of Pennsylvania, to the swamps of the south and farm country in the midwest. Prime Archery Prime builds bows for hunters with parallel cam and centergy technology. Their free strings for life program is unmatched in the industry. Test drive one at your local shop and experience it yourself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I'm joined by Corey Jacobsen of Elk 101 to discuss planning a Do-It-Yourself elk hunt from ground zero for new elk hunter and experienced elk hunters alike. Corey created the University of Elk Hunting, an online course that is the ultimate resource for all levels of elk hunters which has helped me reduce my own learning curve. We break down the first couple modules of this course to get you elk hunting this year! Topics: Goals for elk hunting Vacation time Costs/Budgeting DIY options - truck camp vs bivy OTC options - Top 3 OTC states Resources for scouting Utilizing google earth to scout Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @elk101 @coreyjacobsen.elk101 Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Elk101.com www.eastmeetswesthunt.com www.elk101.com Partners: University of Elk Hunting Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available. Heather's Choice Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2 Maven Optics Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order! MTN OPS MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik Wild Carrot Scents Changing the way you look at deer scents. Their tear away, no mess packaging is exactly what I need for hunting the mountains of Pennsylvania, to the swamps of the south and farm country in the midwest. Prime Archery Prime builds bows for hunters with parallel cam and centergy technology. Their free strings for life program is unmatched in the industry. Test drive one at your local shop and experience it yourself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I'm joined by accomplished public land whitetail hunters, Johnny Stewart and Greg Litzinger. These guys joined me for an overnight scouting trip in the Pennsylvania mountains this past weekend. I picked a spot on the map that none of us have been to and we collaborated on going in and speed scouting it for a day and a half. All three of us have different tactics when it comes to scouting and hunting, which was great to learn from these unique perspectives. Be advised, this is a casual campfire conversation with some explicit language and a lot of fun being had. Topics: Looking at a new piece of big woods Food sources Spring scouting in the snow Hunting specific bucks Deer in the mountains don’t get big because people let them get that big Reading rub lines What to look for when scouting a new area Expectations with mountain bucks How to hunt the sign that you find scouting Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @bowhunting_fiend @thejohnnystewart Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Partners: University of Elk Hunting Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available. Heather's Choice Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2 Maven Optics Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order! MTN OPS MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik Wild Carrot Scents Changing the way you look at deer scents. Their tear away, no mess packaging is exactly what I need for hunting the mountains of Pennsylvania, to the swamps of the south and farm country in the midwest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I'm joined by Josh Boyd who is an accomplished mountain hunter from whitetails, elk and beyond, and a regular contributor to Rokslide. I brought Josh on the podcast to talk about hunting the big, old mountain whitetails that inhabit Montana, Idaho and Washington. If talking about adventure hunting whitetails doesn't get your adrenaline going, I'm sure the discussion about hunting them in grizzly country will! Topics: Josh’s background The glory days of big western mountain whitetails Effects of predation on the deer population Types of terrain and vegetation Food sources Public land and timber company property Calling in mountain bucks Awareness around Grizzly bears, wolves and mountain lions Takeaways Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @josh_boyd_mt Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Some of Josh's writing and gear reviews can be found here. https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/ www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Partners: University of Elk Hunting Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available. Heather's Choice Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2 Maven Optics Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order! MTN OPS MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik Wild Carrot Scents Changing the way you look at deer scents. Their tear away, no mess packaging is exactly what I need for hunting the mountains of Pennsylvania, to the swamps of the south and farm country in the midwest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I'm joined by Robbie Kroger who is a native South African who is now rooted in Mississippi. Robbie started Blood Origins when he didn't think that normal outdoor television was portraying the whole story of who we are as hunters and people. Robbie just returned from Denmark on what sounded like a truly remarkable hunt while taking in the international hunting culture and ways of life. I really enjoy listening to Robbie talk about his vision on telling the entire story of inspirational people in the hunting industry and beyond. Topics: Growing up in South Africa Journey into hunting Story behind Blood Origins Creating hunting films that draw real emotion International hunting in Denmark Hunting cultures around the world Balance in hunting, life and business Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @bloodorigins Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Blood Origins Blood Origins YouTube www.eastmeetswesthunt.com https://www.bloodorigins.com/ Partners: University of Elk Hunting Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available. Heather's Choice Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. Maven Optics Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order! MTN OPS MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik Wild Carrot Scents Changing the way you look at deer scents. Their tear away, no mess packaging is exactly what I need for hunting the mountains of Pennsylvania, to the swamps of the south and farm country in the midwest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I'm joined by Damon Bungard, the Product/Brand Manager for Orion Coolers/Jackson Kayak/Orion Kennels. Damon brings a diverse background to the table while doing some unique adventure hunting in the mountains of Tennessee. In addition to this, we discuss his most recent Arizone Coues Deer hunt, blood tracking dogs, Orion Coolers, other gear and much more! Topics Damon’s diverse background What’s different with Orion Coolers? Arizona Coues Deer hunt Tracking deer Hunting whitetails in the Tennessee mountains Packing out whitetails with the gutless method Whitetail packs for day hunts and packing out meat Gear talk Blood tracking dogs Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @damonbungard @orioncoolers @jaegertracks Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Orion Coolers Damon's YouTube www.eastmeetswesthunt.com www.orioncoolers.com https://www.unitedbloodtrackers.org/ Partners: University of Elk Hunting Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available. Heather's Choice Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I'm joined by award winning film and television producer, Jason Matzinger. Jason is the host of the television show on the Sportsman Channel, Into High Country and has produced some of the most comprehensive conservation films including #PROJECTELK, #PROJECTMULEDEER and the Circle of Life. We discuss the importance of all hunters being "influencers", elk hunting (of course), north woods whitetail hunting and much more! Topics: ATA Show Background Importance of being “influencers” Why Jason chose to pursue a career in the hunting industry Sleepless nights working towards his dreams Jason’s best hunting season to date Hunting open country bulls Focusing on water holes Filming on public land vs. private land A special hunt with Jason’s son North woods whitetail hunting Revamping hunter’s education from the ground up Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @jasonmatzingerofficial Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Jason Matzinger www.eastmeetswesthunt.com http://intohighcountry.com/ Jason's YouTube Partners: University of Elk Hunting Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available. Heather's Choice Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I'm joined by Trent Fisher and Kody Kellom of Born and Raised Outdoors. We talked all things elk hunting and Born and Raised Outdoors. These guys have inspired me personally with my elk hunting journey and with taking risks to make dreams a reality. Born and Raised Outdoors has become a household name in the outdoor media space over the last few years and I am extremely excited to get to talk to them on the podcast. Topics: Background of Born and Raised Outdoors Hunting out of state Group dynamic Is it THAT important to have to go deep into the backcountry? Wind, wind, wind Socks and underwear Getting in close on bulls The "Rambush" Calling setups with partners Executing the shot How to setup on elk Gear you can't go without Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @bornandraisedoutdoors Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Born and Raised Outdoors www.eastmeetswesthunt.com www.bornandraisedoutdoors.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I’m joined by friend and proven public land whitetail hunter, Johnny Stewart. Out of all of the whitetail hunters I've met over the years, Johnny is arguably one of the most consistent at killing big whitetails all over the country on public land. He takes some outside the box tactics that you won't read about in any magazine, and applies them to hunting big whitetails. Make sure that you get your notebook out for this one! Topics: My Pennsylvania late season archery hunt Late season public land hunting The "Second Rut" Big woods bedding Buck personalities Thinking outside-the-box on public land Hunting next-level deer Climbing treestands vs. hang-on stands How to find a public land hunting area Big woods food sources Mature deer tendencies Key takeaways Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @thejohnnystewart Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I’m joined by Chris Derrick (Sitka Whitetail Product Manager), Eric Gilmore (Sitka Product Developer), Jim Hole Jr. (Sitka Athlete and Owner of Classic Outfitters) and Adam Jordison (Sitka Whitetail Ambassador) while hunting in the Edmonton Bow Zone in Alberta. We're talking about the new 2019 Sitka Gear Whitetail gear and how Sitka develops their gear. In addition, we just have some fun telling stories and making fun of each other from the hunting trip. Topics: Introductions Science of sound Different fabrics developed and used to create the most silent gear Fanatic Jacket/Bibs Fanatic Pack My experience with the new fanatic system The process of field testing new gear Fanatic hoody Stories from the Bow Zone Fanatic vest My feet are on FIRE! Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @wdederrick @egice0803 @modern_legacy @sitkagear Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Sitka Gear www.eastmeetswesthunt.com https://www.sitkagear.com/ Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I’m joined by John Barklow, Big Game Product Manager for Sitka Gear, once again to talk about the new 2019 Sitka Gear Big Game system, as well as a good dose of elk hunting! Sitka has some big surprises that are being released this year that I know I'm excited about. John and I always geek out on gear and exercising your system, and this episode is no different! Topics: John's 2018 season Shooting on instinct Recapping my Colorado elk hunt Capitalizing on the shot How elevation effects your shot Realistic expectations with elk hunting Mountain Hauler 4000 pack Mountain 2700 pack Optifade tarps Cloudburst rain gear Kelvin Active Hoody Stormfront glove Sitka Women's Big Game Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @jbarklow @sitkagear Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Sitka Gear www.eastmeetswesthunt.com https://www.sitkagear.com/ Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I’m joined by John Whipple, of 60th Parallel Adventures while sitting next to a glacier in the backcountry of Alaska during the Heather's Choice company retreat. This podcast is dedicated to all things DIY hunting in Alaska and the opportunities available to out of state hunters seeking adventure. Topics: Growing up in Alaska DIY Hunting in Alaska Black Bear Moose Sitka Blacktail Caribou John's epic 2018 Brown Bear Hunt 60th Parallel Adventures Defining Adventure Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @49mmcreative @60thparallel Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors 60th Parallel Adventures www.eastmeetswesthunt.com https://www.60thparallel.com/ Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I’m joined by Sean DeGrey, Owner and Founder of the Total Archery Challenge. We recorded this episode back in June at the Total Archery Challenge in Seven Springs, PA. I've been going to this event from the beginning, and make sure to put it on my calendar every year! Registration is now open for 2019! Topics: New journal articles at East Meets West Hunt New East Meets West Apparel Story behind TAC Challenging yourself with shooting Meeting like minded people and the comradery of an event like TAC 2019 updates to the event Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @totalarcherychallenge Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Total Archery Challenge www.eastmeetswesthunt.com https://totalarcherychallenge.com/ Sign up for Seven Springs, PA NOW! https://totalarcherychallenge.com/events/7-springs-pa/ Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I’m joined by my cousin, Mason Martonik and one of my best friends, Michael Paladino to talk about how hunting the high country has quickly become an obsession that brings them back every year. A severe case of altitude sickness has left them with a lot of lessons learned on their most recent adventure, in which we dive into. This is an entertaining conversation to say the least! Topics: Comparing and contrasting hunting mule deer to hunting whitetails in the big woods How to find a place to hunt mule deer NEVER use a game cart… First mule deer experience Bears in the high country Last day mule deer Overcoming struggles leading into the season Trip to the Emergency Room Tips for dealing with altitude sickness and how to prepare for it Moose hunting 2020? Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @mpaladino27 @masonmartonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I’m joined by Allie D’Andrea, Nick Berger and Marta Dozzi at their camp in northern Pennsylvania. We talked about how all 3 of them were introduced into hunting later in later in life, chasing the dream in the outdoor industry and their new business venture, Worn and Weathered. Topics: The end of the Pennsylvania hunting season and bucks dropping their antlers early New apparel release - Arrowhead Active hat The story behind my tree stand incident Pennsylvania hunting stories Getting introduced to hunting later in life Story behind Nick’s hair The creation of Outdoors Allie Yinzers heading up north n’at Chasing the dream in the outdoors industry Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @outdoors_allie @nickjberger @mdzzi @wornandweathered Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Outdoors Allie Worn and Weathered www.eastmeetswesthunt.com www.wornandweathered.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I’m joined by Jason Mears, who is an avid whitetail hunter and Sitka Gear Whitetail Ambassador. Jason and I sat around a fire at his northern Pennsylvania property talking about the Pennsylvania hunting tradition, hunting pressured deer, photography and much more. In the introduction, I go into detail on my recent gun hunt that led to me finally filling my PA buck tag! Topics: My 2018 Pennsylvania rifle hunt that ended in me filling my buck tag PA Hunting tradition Hunting pressured deer Who is Jason Mears Hunting specific deer and hunting goals Surviving long seasons of ups and downs Traveling to Ohio Outdoor photography - camera gear, photo styles and sharing tasteful photos Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @jmears3650 Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I’m joined by Craig Davidson of James Baroud USA Offroad Tents to discuss their rooftop tents and how they can be used for adventure hunting. I've had the pleasure of using my James Baroud Evasion rooftop tent all hunting season across the United States and share my experiences along with Craig giving all of the technical details on the tents. James Baroud USA and OK4WD support the hunting industry and design their products to help hunters create memories that last a lifetime. Topics: What is a rooftop tent? Using rooftop tents on adventure hunts Opportunities to hunt and explore the Appalachian region and beyond Behind the companies - OK4WD and James Baroud USA My experience using the tent in Colorado and Pennsylvania Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @jamesbaroudusa @ok4wd @c_d_hlan Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors James Baroud USA OK Auto 4WD and Tire https://www.jamesbaroudusa.com www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I’m joined by outdoor film producer and photographer Micah Ness of Silverline Films. Micah and I recorded the podcast on the Heather’s Choice company retreat in Bird Creek, Alaska from the inside of my Seek Outside tent. Micah lives his life through a series of adventures throughout different parts of the world with a camera in his hand. When he’s not capturing the experience, he’s hunting for himself and running long distances in the mountains. Topics: Introduction to Micah Ness Living off grid in Alaska Capturing the hunt Having a creative mind Born to run Doing hard things Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @wildernesspro @silverlinefilms Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Silverline Films www.silverlinefilm.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I’m joined by a legend in the whitetail community, Jim Hole Jr. who put the Bow Zone in Alberta on the map in the 1990’s for giant, world class whitetails. Jim is the owner of Classic Outfitters, and is known for his disciplined program that is the formula for getting opportunities at experienced whitetails in this region of the world. His experience and time spent guiding clients over the past 35 years has taught me some quality lessons as it pertains to hunting and life. Topics: Alberta Hunt Recap My finish to the Pennsylvania archery season Introduction to Jim and Classic Outfitters The Bow Zone Importance of silence Discipline in being efficient Following “The Program” to kill big whitetails Hunters vs. Archers Learn to respond, rather than react Testing and developing new gear Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors www.classic-outfitters.com https://vimeo.com/77429886 www.sitkagear.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I'm joined by Jameson Curtis and Kelly McGraw in Kelly's house to discuss one of my favorite topics; mountain bucks. These guys are well known for their film, "Pursuing the Allegheny", which is to date the best mountain buck hunting film out there. If hunting old, big bodied, backcountry whitetails then this episode is for you! Topics: My PA rutcation update Why they decided to hunt the big woods New hunting style - hunting buck beds How bucks use terrain to bed You spooked deer, now what? Hunting the rut Understanding the wind in the mountains - wind tunnels Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @wahoutdoors Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Wild at Heart Outdoors Pursuing the Allegheny film Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I'm joined by Jameson Curtis and Kelly McGraw in Kelly's house to get into all things western hunting. These two guys own a media production company, called Wild at Heart Outdoors. Their films are second to none with showing eastern adventures in the Appalachian Mountains to the Rocky Mountains. They don't like to talk about themselves, but they are very accomplished archery hunters and seemed to have mastered planning epic adventures. Topics: Introduction to Kelly McGraw and Jameson Curtis Background of Wild at Heart Why they decided to go west for the first time and how that became parts of their lives 3 year journey to success on elk with both of them filling their tags in 30 seconds Dealing with fear High country mule deer Planning a backcountry adventure Resources Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @wahoutdoors Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Wild at Heart Outdoors Book Mentioned: Wild at Heart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I am talking with Dustin Diefenderfer, Founder of MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab. Dustin created MTNTOUGH to help individuals become more mentally tough, believing this is the key for them to reach their specific personal and professional goals. I share my personal story about “bonking” in the backcountry this past September, and talk about how to use their Backcountry Calorie Calculator to prevent this from happening again. Topics: My Pennsylvania whitetail season update to this point Dustin’s 2018 Hunting Season What is MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab Backcountry Hunter Program - A fitness program built for the backcountry hunter “Bonking” in the backcountry Backcountry Calorie Calculator New programs on the horizon for MTNTOUGH Fitness Resources: Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @mtntough_fitness Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I’m back on the mic with Rick Maxson and we’re talking whitetail hunting. From the suburbs, to farm country, to the mountains; we cover it all. In addition, we talk in detail about our 2017 whitetail season that will be tough one to beat! In the introduction, I announce some big news so be sure to tune in! Topics: How my whitetail season has started off New adventure - Is east meeting west again in 2018? #RUTSTACHECHALLENGE Suburban deer hunting Strategy used to kill Rick’s 2017 PA suburban deer Hunting mountain bucks Story of Choco Hunting farm country and Rick’s 2017 Illinois bruiser The story of my 2017 PA and Ohio bucks - 2 bucks in 3 days Conclusion Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @bucksandbowsarchery @rickybob45 Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Bucks & Bows Archery Richard Maxson www.eastmeetswesthunt.com www.bucksandbows.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I sit down with a great friend and my manager at Bucks & Bows Archery, Rick Maxson. Rick and I talk about what it takes to manage a successful archery pro shop and more importantly what the customer should expect to experience. When Rick and I get together, it always gets a little bit rowdy. Topics: Off the wall introduction How Rick got into the hunting industry How Rick and I met Advice for getting into the outdoor industry Importance of customer experience Niche skills that are needed to make a great team Company culture Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @bucksandbowsarchery Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Bucks & Bows Archery www.eastmeetswesthunt.com www.bucksandbows.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the last episode of the Colorado Elk Hunt Series where I discuss Day 12 and 13 as well as a detailed gear rundown on some items that came to mind. Thanks for following along on with this series, and would appreciate any and all feedback! Gear Discussed: Sitka Gear system Kifaru, Intl Pack Sitka Gear Mountain Hauler 6200 Marsupial Gear Bino Pack Maven B.2 9x45 binoculars Steripen, Aquamira Drops, Platypus Filter System Heather's Choice Meals James Baroud USA Evasion Rooftop tent Slumberjack Roadhouse Tarp Kelty Cache Box MTN OPS Ignite and Solitude Wilderness Athlete Hydrate and Recover Garmin inReach Mini Lowa Boots - Darn Tough Socks combo Prime Archery Logic bow Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Artwork Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Colorado Elk Hunt Series will be a daily podcast update that was recorded each night of the recent DIY - OTC - Public Land Elk Hunt in Colorado. Day 11 Contributors - Beau Martonik, Gabe Lin, Joey Sangimino, Logan Stoltzfus. Morning bugle fest with a giant herd bull, up close and personal with a non-typical satellite bull and much more! This was a day that you dream of as an elk hunter! Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Colorado Elk Hunt Series will be a daily podcast update that was recorded each night of the recent DIY - OTC - Public Land Elk Hunt in Colorado. Day 10 Contributors - Beau Martonik, Logan Stoltzfus, Joey Sangimino. Hunting water sources, significance of OnX Hunt, a family tradition and much more! Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Colorado Elk Hunt Series will be a daily podcast update that was recorded each night of the recent DIY - OTC - Public Land Elk Hunt in Colorado. Day 9 Contributors - Beau Martonik, Gabe Lin, Joey Sangimino. Using horses to pack in to a new unit, we got right into elk (and other hunters) and much more! Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Colorado Elk Hunt Series will be a daily podcast update that was recorded each night of the recent DIY - OTC - Public Land Elk Hunt in Colorado. Day 8 Contributors - Beau Martonik, Joe Martonik. We discussed the last day of hunting together, as well as a recap of the lessons learned from the first 8 days. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Colorado Elk Hunt Series will be a daily podcast update that was recorded each night of the recent DIY - OTC - Public Land Elk Hunt in Colorado. Day 7 Contributors - Beau Martonik, Joe Martonik. We found the herd and discuss our plans/actions surrounding spot and stalk, fear of heights and much more! Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Colorado Elk Hunt Series will be a daily podcast update that was recorded each night of the recent DIY - OTC - Public Land Elk Hunt in Colorado. Day 5-6 Contributors - Beau Martonik, Joe Martonik. We completely relocated and are heading into a new area with high hopes and expectations. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Colorado Elk Hunt Series will be a daily podcast update that was recorded each night of the recent DIY - OTC - Public Land Elk Hunt in Colorado. Day 4 Contributors - Beau Martonik, Joe Martonik. We discussed dropping in elevation and getting into the aspens, as well as switching up the game and sitting over a fresh wallow. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Colorado Elk Hunt Series will be a daily podcast update that was recorded each night of the recent DIY - OTC - Public Land Elk Hunt in Colorado. Day 3 Contributors - Beau Martonik, Joe Martonik, Chris Toomey. We discuss searching the dark timber, finding the forbidden cabin and much more! Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Colorado Elk Hunt Series will be a daily podcast update that was recorded each night of the recent DIY - OTC - Public Land Elk Hunt in Colorado. Day 2 Contributors - Beau Martonik, Joe Martonik. We discussed the long day of covering ground, dealing with minor altitude sickness and much more. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Colorado Elk Hunt Series will be a daily podcast update that was recorded each night of the recent DIY - OTC - Public Land Elk Hunt in Colorado. Day 1 Contributors - Beau Martonik, Joe Martonik. We discussed the drive in, our camp set up, and some plans/expectations for the trip. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I am joined by Clint Campbell, who is the host of the Truth from the Stand Deer Hunting podcast. Clint has become a good friend of mine in the last year and has a way of putting thoughts into words like not many can. We discuss a variety of topics surrounding hunting the experience and a teaser coming into the whitetail season. Topics: Brief overview on what's going on recently with East Meets West Free Breakfast sandwhiches Introduction to Clint Campbell Hunt the experience First time hunting mountain bucks Scrape lines Learning to understand hunting areas: Private vs. Public Goals and Expectations Talking to non hunters Resources: Instagram: @truthfromthestand @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Truth from the Stand http://truthfromthestand.com/ www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I am joined by a good friend of mine from North Carolina, Brandon Hall. Brandon is a regular, working class man from the South that had a dream of heading west, and continues to make that dream a reality. Brandon's stories and lessons learned are well worth the listen! Topics: Intro - Elk Hunting Plans, #RUTSTACHE Shirt Preorder, Daily Podcast Update Train to Hunt Introduction to Brandon Hall What it's like to go to the Rocky Mountains coming from North Carolina How to prepare physically and shooting at angles First western hunts Broadhead discussion - Mechanicals and Iron Will Outfitters 2018 Hunting Plans Resources: Instagram: @brandonhallcpm @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors BHA at Kansas State Supporting Articles: https://journalofmountainhunting.com/east-meets-west-how-and-where-to-trai/ www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I am joined by Dr. Adam Ahlers, a professor at Kansas State University and Ian Burrows, the Collegiate BHA Club President at the University. We are talking about all things Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, as well as what the goals of their collegiate program are in regards to recruiting, retaining and reactivating the hunting lifestyle in young adults. Topics: Intro to Ian Burrows and Dr. Adam Ahlers What the BHA Collegiate Program is about Why BHA is so successful with reaching young adults Goals of the club in connecting like minded people and help them achieve their goals Bringing millennials into hunting through R3 efforts - Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation Resources: Instagram: @bha_at_kansasstate @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors BHA at Kansas State Supporting Articles: http://www.ahlerswildlifelab.com/people.html R3 Efforts https://www.backcountryhunters.org/ www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I talk with the Bowhunting Fiend - Greg Litzinger. Greg is a state champion 3D archer, a well accomplished whitetail hunter, as well as someone who recently dove into the world of western hunting head first. The whole episode circles around getting out of your comfort zone and trying different things to make you a better overall hunter. I apologize for some of the background noise on this one. It was the first episode I recorded at TAC, and I had the mic turned up a little too loud. Topics: Intro to Greg Litzinger How archery events like Total Archery Challenge and Train to Hunt help you improve Elk Hunting for the first time Lessons learned from elk hunting - experiences and gear talk Hunting etiquette on social media and in the field Hunting different terrain for whitetails The process that helps make you become an overall better hunter Resources: Instagram: @bowhunting_fiend @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors YouTube: Bowhunting Fiend www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I talk with a good friend of mine from the state of Ohio, Clint Casper. Clint and I have a lot in common, as he has strong whitetail roots with a need to find adventure in the western mountains. When Clint and I get together, it's always full of jokes and a good time, while talking about our own experiences. Specifically, Clint discusses hunting solo in great detail. Topics: Who is Clint Casper? The story of "Extra" the big 191" Ohio Whitetail Getting introduced to adventure hunting How to mentally handle a solo hunt Grow yourself personally through hunting 3 Gear Choices You NEED Being alone in the dark Trying to beat this learning curve one step at a time Resources: Instagram: @casperclint @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: Clint Casper East Meets West Outdoors Doing It SOLO Article - Clint Casper www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I talk to Dan Staton of Elk Shape surrounding all things elk hunting, physical fitness, self improvement and much more. Dan is an extremely driven individual who is successful year in and year out in the mountains, but it's even more impressive how he is successful with balancing his entrepreneurial spirit, hunting goals and family life. Topics: Intro to Dan Staton and Elk Shape Mental Toughness Physical Fitness - Utilizing crossfit and other methods Elk Hunting Buy tags, not gear Early season gameplan Mountain Bucks Family, work and hunting life balance Goal Planning and Discipline Adventure = Growth Resources: Instagram: @danthefitnessman @elkshape @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: Elk Shape East Meets West Outdoors www.elkshape.com www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Heather's Choice Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I talk with Sloane Brown, the Hunting Specialist of Whitetail and Waterfowl for YETI coolers. Sloane and I discuss the controversial issue with YETI and the NRA, as well as the conservation efforts YETI has been involved in. In addition, we dive deeper into the discussion of trophy photos, adventure hunting and more. Topics: Introduction to Sloane Brown Shooting the Sitka course at Total Archery Challenge and how to ground tune your bow YETI vs. the NRA - What is the real story? What YETI has done for conservation Trophy photo discussion Wild Game eating Adventure Hunting Resources: Instagram: @s_l_brown @yeti @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: Yeti East Meets West Outdoors www.yeti.com www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I talk with Corey Jacobsen who is the owner of Elk101.com, Elk Talk Podcast co-host, 10x World Elk Calling Champion, and a very accomplished elk hunter. If that resume doesn't get you as excited as September coming soon, then the content in this podcast will! Topics: Who is Corey Jacobsen and Elk 101 University of Elk Hunting Online Scouting for Elk Elk Knowledge Wind/Thermals and elk movement Hunting first light in the morning Mid-day hunting - getting in close within their bedding area Calling elk Being aggressive, but not reckless Solo vs. Team calling How Corey Defines Adventure Promo code for the University of Elk Hunting specifically for our listeners Resources: Instagram: @coreyjacobsen.elk101 @elk101 @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: Corey Jacobsen, Elk Hunter Elk101 East Meets West Outdoors www.elk101.com www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I talk with John Barklow, Big Game Product Manager for Sitka Gear. John was a huge part of helping me understand layering systems and inspiring me to test out different combinations in a variety of settings and weather conditions. His extensive military training experience along with many big game hunts has inspired him to build some of the best clothing in the world. Topics: Who is John Barklow Science behind technical clothing Base layers - Merino Wool vs. Synthetic Mid Layers Outer Shell - Windstopper, Goretex layers Insulation Layer - Synthetic, Treated Down, Down Synthetic blends Everybody's body is different when building a system Rewarming Drill Last layer for backpack hunts - sleeping bag - down vs. synthetic How to start building a system on a budget Sitka Gear Apex System and Mountain Hauler 6200 Elk Hunting talk Resources: Rewarming Drill: My Variation of the Rewarming Drill Eastman's Rewarming Drill Rewarming Drill Article Dynamic Rewarming Drill Instagram: @sitkagear @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: Sitka Gear East Meets West Outdoors www.sitkagear.com www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I am joined by Anna Dickey, also known as Outdoor Anna Lea. Anna is a Pennsylvania native who is a hunter, great cook, mother, wife and just about everything else. This podcast is full of stories, wild game cooking discussions, conservation efforts and much more. Topics: State of the union update Introduction to Anna Knowing where your meat comes from The importance of sharing hunting stories Hunting with your significant other More wild game cooking talk Why Outdoor Anna Lea was started Field to fork Social Media etiquette Hunting is conservation Resources: Instagram: @outdoorannalea @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: Outdoor Anna Lea East Meets West Outdoors http://www.outdoorannalea.com/ www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I sit down with Ryan Silver of G5 Outdoors at the Total Archery Challenge. Ryan is a great guy and extremely talented when it comes to creating media. Topics: Total Archery Challenge My story with Prime Centergy technology and the new Prime Logic What makes Prime different Quest Thrive - new price point bow G5 Company Culture How events like TAC bring like minded people together Resources: Instagram: @g5outdoors @primearcheryg5 @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: G5 Outdoors Prime Archery East Meets West Outdoors www.g5outdoors.com www.g5prime.com www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I got the chance to talk to Tim Burnett of the brand and TV series, SOLO HNTR. Tim led the way with inspiring people to pick up a camera and self film. We get into many topics surrounding solo hunting, hunting new places and even some mountain whitetail hunting. Topics: Intro to SOLO HNTR Comparing hunting in remote places and suburban areas Breaking down barriers in western hunting Packing meat by yourself Safety tips for hunting alone Hunting Alaska Hunting western mountain whitetails Head West Building the brand How does Tim define adventure? Resources: Instagram: @solohntr @solohntrbrand @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: SOLO HNTR East Meets West Outdoors YouTube: SOLO HNTR Amazon Prime: SOLO HNTR www.solohntr.com www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices