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Beau Martonik is joined by Virginia hunter and artist, Michael Felts. Michael is a podcast listener who is consistently successful in hunting mountain bucks, simplifying tactics by looking for a particular terrain feature. They discuss hunting the steep mountains, identifying productive hunting spots, the ultimate terrain and vegetation combination, thick mountain laurel, muzzleloader hunting, past hunting stories, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:08:32 - Growing Up and Getting into Hunting 00:10:18 - Other Outdoor Activities and Artwork 00:12:02 - Staying in Shape for Mountain Hunting 00:12:12 - Transitioning to Mobile and Ground Hunting 00:16:03 - Hunting Public Land and Finding Success 00:17:43 - Memorable Buck Hunts in the Mountains 00:24:20 - Identifying Productive Hunting Spots 00:27:09 - Hunting in Draws and Thick Areas 00:29:15 - The Importance of Friends and Family in Packing Out Bucks 00:31:53 - Challenges and Rewards of Muzzleloader Hunting 00:33:33 - Hunting in the Mountains and Public Lands 00:36:12 - Navigating Dense Vegetation: Laurel and Rhododendron 00:38:38 - Playing the wind and scent control 00:42:32 - Exploring New Areas and Finding Hot Sign 00:51:47 - Adapting Bow Hunting Strategies in the Mountains 00:53:55 - Balancing Hunting with Other Hobbies Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @mountain_buckin Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Steve Sherk of Sherk’s Guide Service. Steve hunts and guides on roughly 100,000 acres of public land in the mountains of Pennsylvania, spending almost everyday in the woods. They discuss how much he relies on historical data, what to do in a heavy mast crop year, using trail cameras for current year intel, why Steve loves hunting in the oaks, anticipating the fall shift, focusing on one timeframe, shot selection, Steve’s experience hunting a specific bed, and much more. Topics: 00:06:06 - Welcome Back, Steve 00:07:51 - Summer's End and Hunting Preparations 00:10:13 - Family and Hunting Priorities 00:10:58 - Insights on Guiding and Client Expectations 00:12:59 - Trail Cameras and Hunting Strategies 00:15:32 - Covering Ground and Deer Patterns 00:18:30 - The Importance of Historical Data 00:20:30 - Shifts in Deer Behavior 00:25:40 - The Impact of Mast Crop Years 00:27:55 - Hunting Strategies During the Rut 00:30:43 - Adapting to Changing Conditions 00:34:28 - The Role of Technology in Hunting 00:39:08 - The Ideal Hunting Environment 00:45:05 - Transitioning from Summer to Fall 00:51:49 - Seasonal Shifts in Deer Behavior 01:04:22 - The Role of Trail Cameras 01:12:03 - Understanding Hunting Strategies 01:23:09 - Making the Shot: Timing and Decisions 01:32:30 - Learning from Experience and Mistakes Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @sherksguideservice Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Gear Talk, a new series of the East Meets West Hunt podcast. The Gear Talk episodes will be short bonus episodes that dive into specific gear items Beau Martonik uses and why. In this episode, Beau and Kurt Martonik discuss bullet and caliber selection, diving into the different bullet types, intended use cases, and everything else to help you better decide the right bullet for the job. Let us know what gear items you have questions about and want to see in a future podcast! Send inquiries to [email protected] with the subject line saying Gear Talk. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:43 - Why bullet selection is so important 00:06:18 - Solid lead bullets 00:07:03 - Cup and core bullets 00:09:23 - Bonded bullets 00:10:28 - Partition bullets 00:12:21 - Solid copper bullets 00:18:39 - Match bullets 00:23:43 - Following the marketing 00:25:38 - Caliber selection Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @kurt_the_gunsmith Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by legendary Adirondack tracker, Joe DiNitto. Joe has spent his lifetime tracking bucks in the snow in vast wilderness areas throughout the northeast and Montana, with his average buck’s age being 6.5 years old. They discuss how to find a mature buck track in the wilderness, determining how fresh a buck track is, what a big buck track looks like, his process for following a track, realistic practice with your rifle, some hunting stories, and a lot more. This episode was recorded live from Huntstock in New York. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:10:19 - How to find a mature buck track in the wilderness 00:15:36 - How to determine how fresh a buck track is 00:19:04 - What a mature buck track looks like 00:22:14 - Once you find a track, what’s next 00:34:59 - You jumped the buck you’re tracking, what’s next? 00:40:04 - Most memorable tracking story 00:46:44 - Realistic practice - shooting your rifle 00:53:59 - Iron sights vs. scopes Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Gear Talk, a new series of the East Meets West Hunt podcast. The Gear Talk episodes will be short bonus episodes that dive into specific gear items Beau Martonik uses and why. In this episode, Beau discusses his backcountry food system that helps keep him energized, recovered, and healthy while elk hunting, moose hunting, and everywhere else. Let us know what gear items you have questions about and want to see in a future podcast! Send inquiries to [email protected] with the subject line saying Gear Talk. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:49 - Food System Strategies for Backcountry Hunts 00:02:49 - Breakfast Choices for High Energy - Heather's Choice Buckwheat Breakfast (use code eastmeetswest for free shipping on Heather's Choice meals) or Peak Refuel Breakfast Skillet, MTN Ops Ignite and Hydrate packets, MTN Ops Biotics and Multivitamin (use code BEAU for 20% off MTN Ops products 00:04:11 - Daily Snacking and Nutritional Needs - ProBar Meal, Heather's Choice Packaroons, Amazon Happy Belly Tropical Trail Mix, FATTY 2 oz meat stick, ProBar Protein Bars, Justin's Chocolate Hazelnut butter, Justin's Dark chocolate peanut butter cups 00:04:21 - Special Dietary Considerations 00:06:11 - Dinner Options for Sustained Energy - Heather's Choice Dinners Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Matt Upgren of Northern Forest Whitetail. Matt has compiled over 10 years of trail camera data in Minnesota's north woods to help find the best dates and times to take off work and hunt the rut. They discuss the types of areas where Matt hunts, his remote deer camp, the importance of doe family groups, trail camera locations, the best dates to hunt for mature bucks, the most active times of the day for buck movement, staying alert on all day sits, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:39 - Background 00:09:01 - Terrain and Vegetation in the Big Woods of northern Minnesota 00:12:41 - The Importance of Doe Family Groups and Rut Funnels 00:21:39 - Hunting Season and the Impact of Timber Wolves 00:26:06 - The Unique Experience of Hunting in a Remote Deer Camp 00:35:54 - Analyzing Trail Camera Data for Hunting Strategies 00:49:47 - Analyzing Deer Movement Patterns 01:03:55 - The Best Times of the Day to Hunt for Bucks 01:14:43 - The Importance of Staying Alert in a Tree stand 01:21:17 - Finding a Balance Between Grinding and Recharging 01:25:07 - Using Historical Data to Increase Hunting Success Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Gear Talk, a new series of the East Meets West Hunt podcast. The Gear Talk episodes will be short bonus episodes that dive into specific gear items Beau Martonik uses and why. In this episode, Beau discusses his essential clothing system for September archery elk hunting, focusing on an eight-piece layering system for an upcoming trip to Montana. Let us know what gear items you have questions about and want to see in a future podcast! Send inquiries to [email protected] with the subject line saying Gear Talk. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:49 - Introduction to Elk Hunting Gear 00:02:15 - Base Layer Essentials - SITKA Merino 120 00:07:10 - Active Mid Layer Choices - SITKA Intercept Hoody or Ambient 75 00:08:22 - Windproof and Insulation Layers - SITKA Intercept pants, Jetstream Vest, and Kelvin Aerolite Jacket 00:11:04 - Rain Gear and Accessories - SITKA Dewpoint Jacket and Pants, Merino beanie, Merino gloves, Jetstream beanie, EMW x SITKA trucker hat 00:12:31 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Zach Bowhay of Hunt DIY and Elk Hunt. Zach has been successful elk hunting with any and all tactics. They discuss the challenges for obtaining elk tags and a plan to still get them, adapting tactics as landscapes change, the mental part of elk hunting, hunting the same spot vs. new areas, understanding elk behavior, what the characteristics of the best elk hunters are, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:52 - The Growing Interest in Whitetail Hunting Among Western Hunters 00:14:54 - Challenges of Obtaining Elk Tags in Idaho 00:25:34 - Managing Populations and Balancing Opportunity and Experience 00:31:09 - Adapting Tactics for Success in Changing Hunting Landscapes 00:34:26 - Adaptability and Continuous Learning 00:44:55 - The Importance of Putting in the Time and Effort 00:48:30 - The Mental Aspect of Elk Hunting: Grit and Perseverance 00:53:46 - Preparation and Controlling the Controllables 01:05:40 - The Value of Familiar Spots and Exploring New Areas 01:13:03 - The Value of Learning Different Hunting Techniques 01:19:33 - Understanding Elk Behavior for Successful Spot and Stalk Hunts 01:25:34 - The Importance of Having a Plan and Being Adaptable 01:34:58 - Building a Network of Reliable Hunting Partners Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @hunt_diy @elk_hunt_ Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Gear Talk, a new series of the East Meets West Hunt podcast. The Gear Talk episodes will be short bonus episodes that dive into specific gear items Beau Martonik uses and why. In this episode, Beau breaks down the types of hunting saddles, hunting saddle safety, how to choose a saddle for hunting, the most comfortable hunting saddle, the lightest weight saddle for hunting, the best hunting saddle on a budget, and breaks down the entire Timber Ninja Outdoors line of hunting saddles. Let us know what gear items you have questions about and want to see in a future podcast! Send inquiries to [email protected] with the subject line saying Gear Talk. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:42 - Gear Talk Introduction 00:02:08 - Getting Started with Saddle Hunting 00:03:09 - Importance of Safety in Saddle Hunting 00:04:55 - Choosing Between Single and Double Panel Saddles 00:06:43 - Key Features to Consider in a Hunting Saddle 00:08:56 - Attaching Saddle Platforms and Climbing Sticks to a saddle 00:10:43 - Timber Ninja Nano: Lightweight Option (Outdoor Life's Best Lightweight Saddle of 2024) 00:13:01 - Timber Ninja Ultimate: Most Comfortable Saddle for Rut Hunting (Outdoor Life's Best Overall Saddle of 2024) 00:15:31 - Timber Ninja Black Belt: Budget-Friendly Two-Pannel Saddle 00:17:16 - Conclusion and Recommendations Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, Beau Martonik is joined by New Jersey native, Paul Putera. Paul finds consistent success in the mountains, the big woods, and the low-lying marsh country. They discuss trail camera placement on key sign, consistent habitat to find big bucks, why buck bedding isn’t always consistent in the big woods, mast crop influence on deer movement, understanding deer behavior, building confidence in spots, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:54 - Introduction and Catching Up 00:07:45 - The Importance of Scouting and Using Trail Cameras 00:13:19 - Targeting High-Traffic Areas with Signpost Rubs 00:19:47 - Adapting to Hunting Pressure in Different Areas 00:25:00 - The Impact of Environmental Factors on Deer Behavior 00:28:18 - The Importance of Patience and Persistence in Big Woods Hunting 00:35:52 - The Impact of Gypsy Moth Kills and Sunlight Availability 00:36:58 - The Influence of Mast Crops on Deer Behavior 00:40:04 - Strategies for Hunting Late Season Bucks 00:44:01 - The Importance of Patience and Confidence in Hunting 00:50:13 - The Role of Scouting and Trail Cameras in Deer Hunting 01:09:58 - Understanding Deer Behavior and Habitat 01:11:05 - The Significance of Tracking Deer in the Snow 01:13:01 - Hunting in the Adirondacks: Challenges and Opportunities 01:16:30 - Using Trail Cameras and Staying Organized 01:26:00 - Adapting and Being Open-Minded in Hunting Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Gear Talk, a new series of the East Meets West Hunt podcast. The Gear Talk episodes will be short bonus episodes that dive into specific gear items Beau Martonik uses and why. In this episode, he and his hunting partner, Ethan Demi, discuss their backcountry first aid kits on a moose hunt in Alaska. First aid kits aren't the most exciting topic to discuss, but you can save your life with some basic training and essentials. Let us know what gear items you have questions about and want to see in a future podcast! Send inquiries to [email protected] with the subject line saying Gear Talk. Topics: 00:02:18 - Introduction to First Aid Kits 00:03:29 - Contents of the First Aid Kit - MTN OPS Flash 1L Bag (orange) Use BEAU for 20% off MTN OPS Uncharted Triage kit - 10 UCO storm matches, 6 fabric 1x3in bandages, 4 - 7 in zip ties, 2 - Fabric 2x4in bandaids, 3 safety pins, 2 aspirin 2/pack, 4 PDI lub jelly, 2 - wound closure strips 5/pk, flat pack 5 yd duct tape, 2' 22 gauge bailing wire, Emergency mylar blanket, 00:04:58 - Additional Items in the Kit Allergy meds, cold meds, med wrap, tourniquet, leukotape, immodium, super glue, quickclot, ibuprofen, cough drops, peppermint stomach pills, first aid book 00:06:01 - Importance of Tourniquet Placement 00:06:36 - Components of a Trauma Kit 00:06:59 - Importance of First Aid Training and Reference Guide Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @demiethan Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Brad Brooks of Argali. Brad is a backcountry hunter, seasoned rock climber, business owner, and obsessed with chasing big mule deer bucks. They discuss executing the shot in high stress situations, understanding mule deer behavior, finding where big mule deer live, innovative hunting gear, finding adventure in hunting, and much more. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:09 - Introduction and Shared Interest in Hunting 00:16:08 - Overcoming Fear and Performing Well in High-Pressure Hunting Situations 00:24:53 - The Importance of Preparation and Practice 00:31:08 - Scouting and Understanding Deer Behavior 00:36:23 - Finding the Right Habitat and Overlooked Areas 00:36:41 - Understanding the Behavior and Habits of Mule Deer 00:37:41 - Criteria for a Spot to Hold a Deer 00:38:38 - The Misconception of Mule Deer as Highly Habitual Creatures 00:44:49 - Balancing Hunting with Other Responsibilities 00:58:40 - The Rise of Smaller, More Innovative Companies in the Hunting Industry 01:06:37 - The Significance of Place in Hunting 01:15:30 - Navigating the Challenges of Sharing Hunting Experiences on Social Media 01:25:51 - The Impact of Sharing Hunting Content on the Perception of Hunting 01:28:26 - Anticipation and Excitement for Upcoming Hunting Plans 01:29:10 - A Potential Whitetail Hunt Adventure Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @argali_official Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Gear Talk, a new series of the East Meets West Hunt podcast. The Gear Talk episodes will be 10 to 20-minute bonus episodes that dive into specific gear items Beau Martonik uses and why. In this episode, he discusses his layering system for a 13-day moose hunt in Alaska. He emphasizes the importance of strategic layering to regulate body temperature effectively throughout the day. From merino base layers to outer shell gear like the Jetstream jacket and Timberline pants, each piece plays a key role in keeping you warm, dry, and comfortable in the Alaskan wilderness. Let us know what gear items you have questions about and want to see in a future podcast! Send inquiries to [email protected] with the subject line saying Gear Talk. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro and concepts of layering 00:02:05 - Base Layers - SITKA Merino 120 Top/Bottom and Core Boxers 00:03:00 - Active Insulation Layer - SITKA Merino 330 Hoody 00:03:20 - Outer shells - SITKA Jetstream Jacket and Timberline Pants 00:04:17 - Static Insulation Layers - SITKA Hyper Down Jacket and Kelvin Down 3/4 pants 00:05:09 - Rain Gear - SITKA Stormfront Jacket and Cloudburst Pants 00:05:27 - Accessories - SITKA Merino 330 Gloves, Merino 330 beanie, and Jetstream Beanie Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode, Beau is joined by John Stallone of Howl for Wildlife. John moved from New York to Arizona 33 years ago and has hunted just about every species and state in the West for big game. They discuss guiding, taking action for wildlife conservation, the importance of glassing from a tripod, elk hunting experiences, adapting to different states, e-scouting, Arizona hunting opportunities, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:16 - Introduction to John Stallone 00:11:57 - Early Life and Hunting Journey 00:20:17 - Diversifying Ventures and Challenges 00:32:17 - Establishing Howl for Wildlife 00:39:18 - Impact of Hunters' Voices on Conservation 00:40:55 - The Importance of Unified Advocacy 00:48:14 - Supporting Wildlife Conservation 00:53:38 - Navigating Arizona's Elk Hunts 01:00:15 - Mastering the Art of Glassing 01:10:12 - Elk Hunting Adventures Across States 01:20:04 - Key Elements in Elk Scouting 01:24:06 - Elk Habitat Identification 01:25:26 - Cyber Scouting Strategies 01:27:39 - Impact of Urban Sprawl on Hunting 01:32:34 - Managing Waypoints Effectively 01:36:05 - Hunting Dynamics in Montana 01:40:17 - Hunting Seasons in Arizona 01:47:37 - History of Hunting Altercations 01:49:28 - Trail Camera Ban Controversy 01:57:39 - Jealousy in the Hunting Community Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @johnstallone @howl_org Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Gear Talk, a new series of the East Meets West Hunt podcast. The Gear Talk episodes will be 10 to 20-minute bonus episodes that dive into specific gear items Beau Martonik uses and why. This episode details different types of binoculars for deer hunting, what specs to consider, and a breakdown of 4 binos that Beau has used. Let us know what gear items you have questions about and want to see in a future podcast! Send inquiries to [email protected] with the subject line saying Gear Talk. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:44 - Choosing Binoculars for Deer Hunting 00:04:09 - Utilizing Binoculars for Scouting and Hunting 00:07:42 - Maven B3 8x30 Binoculars 00:08:57 - Maven B1.2 10x42 Binoculars 00:10:26- Maven B.7 Compact Binoculars 00:11:59 - Maven C.1 Series Binoculars Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Connor Gabbott and Steven Drake, both professional photographers, and videographers in the hunting industry. These two guys like nasty, cold, and wet adventure hunts that most people shy away from. They discuss late-season mountain goat hunting, gear for surviving in the worst conditions, mitigating risk, old-timer stories, caribou hunting, wild game cooking, and a lot more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:08:10 - Total Archery Challenge and cutting yards at altitude 00:14:24 - Late-season Mountain Goat Hunting 00:19:36 - Gear for surviving in wet and cold environments 00:32:06 - Working as a team to mitigate risks 00:34:05 - Connor Gabbott and Steven Drake introductions 00:41:30 - The places that we go to only because of hunting 00:48:05 - Old timer stories - were they tougher? 00:52:37 - Curious creatures - Caribou hunting 00:56:46 - Different type of wild game in order of tastiness 00:59:47 - Should you leave the hide on a deer for a period of time before butchering? 01:14:10 - Steven Drake’s Epic Moose photo and moose hunting Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @connorgabbott.photo @stevendrakephoto Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Hunter McWaters of The Hunter’s Quest. Hunter is a Virginia native who caught the western hunting bug and has learned quickly over the last few years to find success on hunts from New Mexico to Alaska. They discuss his first mountain hunting experience, western hunting gear, the value of adventure, rifle and muzzleloader hunting, hunting stories, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:10:06 - Meeting and Evolution in Hunting 00:16:13 - Challenges and Rewards of Being a Content Creator 00:17:48 - Background and Desire to Know the Unknown 00:23:07 - First Mountain Hunt Experience 00:30:12 - The Value of Western Hunts 00:36:28 - Mountain Hunting Boots 00:40:49 - Lessons Learned from the Hunt 00:44:30 - The Value of the Adventure 00:46:43 - The Learning Curve in Hunting and Using Outfitters 00:52:14 - Transitioning to Rifle Hunting and Learning Ballistics 01:00:55 - Expanding Weapon Choices: Muzzleloaders and Archery 01:06:26 - Working with Brian Call (Gritty) and Dan Staton (Elk Shape) 01:08:49 - The Value of Attitude and Personal Relationships 01:12:55 - Hunter's Quest: Podcast and YouTube Channel Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @thehuntersquest Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Gear Talk, a new series of the East Meets West Hunt podcast. The Gear Talk episodes will be 10 to 20-minute bonus episodes that dive into specific gear items Beau Martonik uses and why. This episode details his complete hunting boot lineup for whitetail hunting from early to late season. Let us know what gear items you have questions about and want to see in a future podcast! Send inquiries to [email protected] with the subject line saying Gear Talk. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:11 - Importance of Footwear in Hunting 00:03:30 - Impact of Wet Boots on Socks 00:03:43 - Benefits of Wool Socks 00:03:56 - Lightweight Trail Running Boots - INOV8 Roc-lite 286 00:06:54 - Mid-Season Whitetail and Elk Boots - Lathrop & Sons Encompass - call/text Stephen's personal number (618)-553-1665 00:10:31 - Late Season Boots for Cold Temperatures - Schnee's Beartooth 200g 00:13:25 - Using Boot Covers for Extreme Cold 00:14:47 - Honorable Mentions in Boot Selection - Crispi Wild Rock GTX and Crispi Thor boots Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Nick Pinizzotto, CEO of the National Deer Association. They spent the morning at Nick’s camp in central Pennsylvania discussing deer management, deer populations, hunting mature bucks, the Saturday Deer Opener, how polling works, opportunity vs. quality, hunter retainment, the public lands initiative, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:06 - Nick Pinizzotto’s camp 00:12:10 - Too many or too little deer in Pennsylvania? 00:19:51 - Nick’s property management strategy for deer 00:26:05 - Targeting mature bucks is a lonely road 00:35:51 - NDA’s stance on the PA Saturday Deer Opener 00:45:11 - How polling works 00:54:21 - Is there such a thing as too much opportunity? 00:57:24 - Best method for retainment of hunters 01:11:39 - NDA’s Public Lands Initiative Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @deerassociation Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Johnny Stewart, Jace Allen, and Rendell Erik. These three guys have shot a ton of great bucks on public land all over the country. They break down an area they scouted together, specifically looking at a buck bed and how they would hunt it at the beginning of October. In addition, they discuss buck bedding near access points, midday movement, bed shifts, being aggressive, getting out of your tree undetected, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:48 - Unique Buck Encounter 00:06:15 - Antler Eyeball Horn 00:08:10 - Meeting Jace Allen 00:11:51 - Private vs. Public Land Hunting 00:29:27 - Buck Behavior and Bedding Preferences 00:38:56 - Wind Shift Theory and Its Impact 00:42:11 - Deer Movement Patterns and Human Interference 00:45:15 - Analyzing Buck Movements and Ideal Hunting Strategies 00:53:01 - Hunting Strategies in Different Terrain 01:01:15 - The Ego of Big Bucks 01:06:33 - Stealthy Exits and Proper Timing 01:10:20 - Using Sound to Clear the Area 01:12:51 - Adapting Plans with Early October Observations 01:14:51 - Spotlighting for Pre-Hunt Intel Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @thejohnnystewart @_nature_of_the_beast @rendell__erik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Gear Talk, a new series of the East Meets West Hunt podcast. The Gear Talk episodes will be 10 to 20-minute bonus episodes that dive into specific gear items Beau Martonik uses and why. This episode details his complete Hoyt RX-8 bow build. Let us know what gear items you have questions about and want to see in a future podcast! Send inquiries to [email protected] with the subject line saying Gear Talk. Beau Martonik's 2024 Bow Build - Hoyt RX-8 28" draw and 70lb limbs - Bourbon color - Dialed Arxos 3V Sight - Whiskey color with orange dial - QAD/Hoyt Ultra Rest MX-2 - Hoyt Superlite 2-piece 6 arrow quiver for western hunting, Superlite QD 4 arrow quiver for whitetail - Hoyt 2.25" front stabilizer - Hoyt 6" rear stabilizer with SL Adaptor - Hoyt Go-stix 2.0 - Hamskea Raptor Peep 3/16" - Iron Will - Easton Axis Arrows - 300 spine - Iron Will SB Wide 125 for whitetail and SB125 for big game - Broadheads - Release - Nock on Nock2it for big game and Spot Hogg Wise Guy for whitetails Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Bill Vanderheyden from Iron Will. Bill has exclusively bow hunted for the last 15 years and is an engineer by trade. They discuss Bill’s 2023 hunting season, arrow weights, nocks, choosing the right arrow, a university study on arrow fletchings for broadhead flight, bow tuning, and everything in between to make sure you are shooting the arrow setup to help you be the most lethal in the field. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:43 - Introduction to Bill Vanderheyden 00:05:42 - Recap of Bill's Hunting Season 00:16:06 - Challenges and Humbling Moments in Bow Hunting 00:34:47 - Choosing the Right Hunting Arrow 00:35:55 - Importance of Durable Fixed Blade Broadheads 00:36:53 - Optimal Arrow Weight and Broadhead Considerations 00:39:11 - Front Weight and Total Arrow Weight 00:41:41 - The Impact of Arrow Speed 00:47:08 - The Importance of Strong Arrow Components 00:48:46 - Back of the Arrow Considerations 00:51:23 - Ensuring Arrow Straightness and Spine Consistency 00:54:14 - Importance of the Knock Design 00:54:49 - Pros and Cons of Lighted Nocks 00:57:53 - Selection of Easton Axis for Custom Arrow Builds 01:02:55 - Quality Control Among Major Arrow Companies 01:04:36 - Aluminum vs. Steel components 01:05:46 - Broadheads and Chance 01:16:13 - Checking Bow Tune 01:16:43 - Checking Arrow Tune Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, Beau is joined by Bryan Hale of Elk County Outfitters. They discuss the 2024 Pennsylvania Elk application season, elk scouting, trail cameras, habitat management, elk hunting experiences, and the elk tag application process. The discussion also delves into the use of bonus points, the archery season, and the dynamics of elk hunting in different zones. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:02 - Pennsylvania Elk Application Season and Scouting 00:06:09 - Trail Cameras and Habitat Management 00:16:21 - Elk Hunting Experiences and Tag Application Process 00:55:55 - Client Satisfaction and the Measure of a Successful Hunt 00:59:19 - Last-Minute Success 01:01:03 - Navigating Pennsylvania Elk Zones: Personal Preferences and Mobility Considerations 01:06:47 - The Elk Hunting Application Process: Zone Preferences and Fallback Choices 01:22:38 - Research and E-Scouting for Elk Hunts: Planning and Preparation 01:27:04 - The Impact of Social Media on Hunting Businesses Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Todd Bumgardner, strength and conditioning coach, author, and founder of Human Predator Pack Mule. He trains Tier 1 tactical operators, backcountry hunters, and everyone in between while hunting all over the country himself. They discuss the importance of conditioning and training for hunting, focusing on the differences between aerobic and anaerobic systems, recovery, and injury prevention. The conversation covers the concept of the conditioning house, heart rate training, age and physical performance, and the Backcountry Ready Summer Program. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:08:50 - Understanding the Aerobic and Anaerobic Systems for Hunting Conditioning 00:19:56 - Building a Strong Recovery System for Sustained Energy and Faster Recovery 00:34:44 - Training Focus and Quality for Injury Prevention and Improved Performance 00:38:15 - The Physical Demands of Turkey Hunting and the Importance of Efficient Movement and Recovery 00:39:38 - Strength Training for Hunting: Endurance Techniques and Training Methods 00:51:29 - Intentional Learning and Application in Hunting 01:02:41 - Self-Analysis and Addressing Weaknesses 01:08:46 - Balancing Strengths and Weaknesses in Fitness and Hunting 01:10:46 - Introduction and Setting the Stage 01:11:27 - The Conditioning House Concept: Optimizing Physical Performance 01:15:42 - Understanding Heart Rate Training for Effective Workouts 01:29:07 - Age and Physical Performance: Debunking Myths and Embracing Training 01:31:35 - The Backcountry Ready Summer Program: A Path to Hunting Fitness Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @humanpredatorpackmule @todd_bumgardner Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Johnny Stewart and Justin Mueller after a day of spring scouting and filming for an upcoming Mountain Buck Scouting Video Series. They recap the day of trying to dissect an area of flat big woods that Beau has hunted in the past, while talking about predicting bedding areas, herbicide spray logging cuts, low spots for mature bucks, rut funnels, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:15 - Who’s the better whitetail scouter - Mountain Man Joe or THE Johnny Stewart? 00:10:15 - Analyzing flat big woods terrain 00:14:09 - Trying to locate a monster 9 point Beau had on camera 00:17:30 - Bring your buddy to your area 00:21:29 - Second guessing where a buck is bedding 00:25:40 - Rut funnel between 2 clear cuts 00:29:11 - Herbicide spray clear cuts 00:38:59 - E-scouting after boots on the ground 00:43:50 - Dissecting an area on a micro level Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @thejohnnystewart @justinmuellerphotography Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Joe Martonik and Justin Mueller after a day of spring scouting and filming for an upcoming Mountain Buck Scouting Video Series. They recap the day of trying to find a buck Beau has on camera, working backwards from a thermal hub community scrape, analyzing buck bedding, the holy grail community scrape, tying a spot together, looking for the next world-class buck, learning to be efficient with your time, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Justin retires the Impala, Beau’s Tundra Update 00:11:56 - Mountain Buck Scouting Video Series is back! 00:14:05 - I got a buck on camera, what do I do next? 00:19:25 - How the area lays out 00:23:05 - Working outward from the community scrape in the thermal hub 00:32:50 - Finding an early-season buck bed 00:34:57 - Finding the big woods food sources 00:37:15 - The holy grail community scrape 00:46:05 - Tying the spot together finding a big bed near the scrape 00:55:25 - Clustering trail cameras 00:56:45 - Looking for the next mystical, world-class buck 01:01:43 - Learning to be efficient 01:05:05 - Joe’s next 170”? 01:08:35 - Avoiding deer season burnout Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @justinmuellerphotography Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Becca Latini and Jennifer Guerriero. The change of the opening day of rifle season in Pennsylvania from Monday to Saturday has been one of the most polarizing and controversial issues. They discuss deer camp traditions, what happened with the opener change, impacts on small business owners, hunter surveys, dissecting the numbers, proposed solutions, how to voice your opinion and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:10:10 - Becca Latini background and deer camp traditions 00:11:55 - Jennifer Guerriero background and deer camp traditions 00:14:20 - The most important things you need in a deer camp 00:24:20 - Benefits of deer camp for youth 00:27:40 - Most memorable stories from deer camp 00:33:37 - Anyone can get good at hunting 00:35:30 - PA Deer season opener changed from Monday to Saturday in 2019 00:40:10 - How the deer season opener change impacted Jennifer 00:42:50 - Did the Saturday opener positively affect women? 00:46:40 - Impact on small businesses in rural areas 00:48:40 - “This just doesn’t feel fun anymore” 00:50:22 - Youth hunter retention 00:54:06 - Does the change affect wildlife conservation? 00:59:35 - Hunter surveys 01:01:53 - Dissecting the numbers on tag sale increases - Jennifer's video 01:06:55 - Proposed solutions 01:16:00 - What you can do to voice your opinion Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Contact Becca & Jennifer - [email protected] [email protected] Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @beccalatinii Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Tom Taylor and John Pantuso of Case Knives. Beau visited the Case factory in Bradford, PA to see where the iconic knives are made by the hands of American workers. They discuss 135 years of knife manufacturing, why you should always carry a pocket knife, different types of knife blade profiles and materials, field sharpening knives, go-to hunting knives, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:42 - Introduction at Zippo & Case Headquarters 00:08:48 - Handcrafted Variance in Case Knives 00:13:46 - John's Hunting Heritage and Career Path 00:21:03 - Modern Designs in Knife Making 00:22:11 - Tom's Outdoor Roots and Hunting Traditions 00:29:02 - Carrying a Pocket Knife 00:29:55 - Unexpected Uses of a Pocket Knife 00:31:28 - Importance of Pocket Knives 00:33:47 - Blade Types for Different Applications 00:38:01 - Traditional Knife Patterns 00:40:20 - Different Blade Shapes and Types 00:42:36 - Handle Materials and Types 00:46:22 - Blade Materials and Their Uses 00:50:59 - Sharpening in the Field 00:55:48 - Knife Versatility and Preparation 01:03:34 - Emphasis on Preparedness 01:08:04 - Case Warranty and Guarantee 01:09:46 - American-Made Quality and Lifetime Guarantee Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @wrcase Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Josh Ilderton, Zack Marcum, and Cole Booth of The Untamed. They spent 5 days running the mountains of southern West Virginia hunting turkeys and ended up with 3 gobblers. They discuss aggressive run and gunning, Zack’s white-winged Tom, tactics for turkey hunting steep mountains, Beau and Josh’s double, and much more! You can watch the 3 part series from this hunt on the Untamed's YouTube channel here! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:57 - Cole Booth introduction and what it was like interning with The Hunting Public 00:16:51 - What it’s like Turkey hunting in Southern West Virginia 00:19:31 - Aggressive run-and-gunning 00:31:14 - Re-hashing the first few days of hunting - Zack’s white-winged Tom 00:43:22 - Why they rarely use a turkey call when located birds 00:51:48 - Sounds travel funky in steep terrain 01:03:01 - Doubled up on gobblers 01:17:08 - Taco Bell talk 01:19:31 - Sustainable turkey hunting and populations Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @theeuntamed Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Christopher Leppert of the Mobile Hunter’s Expo. Christopher shares his journey from hunting exclusively on private land to transitioning to public land hunting. They discuss understanding thermals in the early season, finding consistent food sources, finding setups to increase opportunities, Chris’ giant public land Ohio buck, mobile hunting gear, the Mobile Hunter’s Expo, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:02 - Christopher’s background 00:11:11 - Learning curves 00:12:34 - Using thermal-based movement early season 00:18:49 - Scouting is crucial so you can give yourself more at-bats 00:21:59 - Mobile hunting 00:28:24 - Christopher’s monster Ohio buck 00:41:04 - Utilizing the native browse food sources 00:42:48 - Find color diversity in imagery to find food sources 00:44:19 - Christopher shows off the monster rack 00:46:29 - Geeking out on mobile hunting gear 00:51:33 - Focus 01:00:16 - Reasons to start the mobile hunter's expo and conversing with people at shows. 01:12:48 - Info on upcoming Mobile Hunter Expo events Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @themobilehuntersexpo Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Hunter and Truth from the Stand Deer Hunting podcast host, Clint Campbell. Clint has been going to Kansas for the last 3 years with the goal of shooting a mature buck with his bow on the ground and did it in a big way last year with a 172” buck! They discuss simplifying hunting strategies, playing in the shadows, lessons learned from encounters with big bucks, the importance of repetition, ground hunting strategies, how to make the shot happen, continuous learning, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro, How to Apply for A Kansas Whitetail Deer Tag 00:14:09 - Life forces you to adapt your approach to the entire scouting and hunting process 00:17:38 - The mental game and listening to your gut 00:27:58 - Control the controllables and do the basic things right 00:35:45 - Clint’s PA and Kansas bucks 00:48:40 - What “draws” look like in Kansas 01:05:06 - How you get comfortable sitting when ground hunting 01:09:06 - Getting away with more when ground hunting 01:15:59 - Planning your setup on the ground as it pertains to cover 01:24:56 - Drop your ego: What is going to help you kill the deer? 01:34:13 - Chasing the experience, not the antlers 01:40:22 - Clint’s Idaho elk plans this fall 01:45:26 - Choosing who to hunt with Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @truthfromthestand Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Brandon Miller of the Everyday Outdoorsmen. Brandon is an avid Pennsylvania hunter who spends every weekend he can in the woods. They discuss Brandon’s YouTube channel, his 2023 deer hunting season, a still-hunting strategy that works really well, different methods for getting a deer out of the woods, mountain laurel bedding, deer camp, hunting in September in Maryland, building his own traditional bow, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:26 - Brandon’s intro 00:09:40 - Advice for starting a media outlet to get a message out there 00:12:57 - Self-filming hunts 00:16:06 - Brandon’s season 00:27:53 - Still-hunting strategy that works! 00:32:14 - Different methods for getting deer out of the woods 00:37:16 - Laurel and thick vegetation for bedding 00:43:45 - Brandon’s deer camp tradition 00:49:52 - Getting newer hunters experiences 00:56:25 - Hunting in September in Maryland 01:08:26 - Meat hunting 01:10:37 - Getting better at self-filming with more reps 01:19:23 - Brandon is building a recurve bow 01:24:09 - Brandon’s channels: The Everyday Outdoorsman Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @theeverydayoutdoorsmen Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by champion turkey caller and hunter Beau Brooks. Beau is known for fooling just about anything with a mouth call. They discuss growing up in the West, finding the turkey that wants to play your game, mid-day turkeys, what to do when a Tom has hens with him, calling strategies, their top gear for turkey hunting, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:25 - Learning from successful people 00:08:22 - Beau Brooks’ background 00:10:16 - Elk and turkey hunting contrasting 00:17:43 - Beau’s dad Casey Brooks 00:20:44 - Beau Brooks’ passion for calling animals 00:24:46 - Search for the bird that wants to play YOUR game, and timing is everything when calling 00:32:25 - Beau Brooks’ approach to hunting Easterns 00:36:32 - Finding the unpressured birds 00:39:53 - Mid-day turkeys 00:47:19 - Get above em 00:50:43 - What do you do when your tom has hens with him? 00:54:27 - Mouth calls exclusively? 00:59:57 - Calling: getting them on the right day at the right time 01:03:42 - How do you gobble on a mouth call? 01:10:53 - What gear is Beau Brooks using for turkey hunting? 01:14:35 - Tick defense: Sitka Gear Equinox guard 01:18:22 - Seed ticks 01:24:09 - Preferred type of pot call? 01:30:30 - Where to go to learn more from Beau Brooks Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @beauhunter66 Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Maven Optics founders and team members at the Maven HQ in Lander, Wyoming. Through their business model, Maven makes the highest-quality optics at half the price of their competitors. They discuss how Maven started, why they do things differently, Beau’s first time Chukar hunting, the RS.2 Riflescope, the infamous riflescope drop test, the employees who make it all happen, direct-to-consumer benefits, and the best/worst things about working at Maven. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:09:11 - How Maven started and what the facility is like 00:15:05 - Why are Maven specs a little bit different from everything else? 00:17:54 - The Maven look 00:23:53 - Chukar hunting 00:30:56 - Bow hunting or rifle hunting? 00:37:56 - Favorite scope: RS2 00:40:50 - The infamous riflescope drop test 00:44:26 - Craig’s introduction 00:46:40 - Sarah's introduction 00:48:00 - Jordan’s introduction 00:49:34 - Shows and expos 00:50:40 - Direct-to-consumer benefits 00:56:36 - Best and worst things about working at Maven Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @mavenbuilt Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by two extremely successful whitetail hunters specializing in public land hunting, Johnny Stewart and Rendell Erik. They discuss learning to pick out things mature deer like, trusting your gut, smart bucks skirting hunting pressure, phases of a hunting area, and much more. Listen to last week’s episode if you missed part 1 of this conversation! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:05:51 - Big smart bucks are like Rambo 00:18:59 - Learning to pick out the things mature deer like 00:21:17 - Trust your gut 00:28:23 - Take videos on your phone while scouting so you remember details of how you should set up 00:30:00 - Extreme cold and hunting mid-day late-season 00:41:17 - How bucks deal with hunting pressure 00:45:04 - Smart bucks hanging out right by the road/parking lot 00:45:47 - Word gets out and good areas go through phases 00:47:00 - Posting trail cam photos 00:53:37 - Rendell’s Bobcat trapping story Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @thejohnnystewart @rendell__erik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by two extremely successful whitetail hunters who specialize in public land hunting, Johnny Stewart and Rendell Erik. They discuss categorizing your hunting spots, the best wind to capitalize, the deer camp resurgence, Rendell’s experience scouting with Johnny, areas with no oak trees, trail camera strategies, and much more. Listen next week for part 2 of this conversation! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:08:31 - Categorizing your hunting spots 00:10:03 - East wind = kill wind 00:11:39 - Spartan Forge Cyber Scout AI 00:13:27 - Rendell’s background 00:23:09 - Back on topic: Rendell’s background continued 00:26:28 - Money 00:32:03 - Deer camp resurgence 00:44:24 - The report from Johnny and Rendell scouting earlier in the day 00:46:41 - Hunting big woods areas with no oak trees 00:48:07 - Hunting a specific deer 00:53:11 - Trail camera talk and knowing where you need to be 00:54:42 - Being aware of when the does go into heat 00:58:05 - Using yarn to monitor the wind and thermals 01:00:01 - One thing to NEVER do with a cell cam Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @thejohnnystewart @rendell__erik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by entrepreneur, western hunter, and host of the Rich Outdoors podcast, Cody Rich. Cody is known for finding big elk, but recently has shown interest in western whitetails. They discuss thoughts around finding whitetails in the Western states, calling and rattling tactics, similarities between hunting elk and whitetails, finding your style of elk hunting, what to do when you find elk, Cody’s midday elk calling strategy, why turkey hunting is similar to elk hunting, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:08:21 - Cody might be turning into a Montana whitetail guy 00:14:58 - Things to look at if you are heading out west to look for whitetails 00:23:43 - How to select an area 00:27:49 - Looking for archery spots instead of rifle spots 00:31:45 - It’s better to cover ground and bump them 00:32:16 - Scouting outside of season 00:38:54 - Keying in on specific areas based on the rut 00:42:29 - Calling and rattling tactics 00:45:17 - Drawing parallels between hunting and calling different animals 00:47:40 - Using decoys for whitetails 00:51:54 - Patience vs aggressiveness 00:53:31 - Having a system and finding your style of elk hunting 01:02:27 - Be all in on what you choose 01:04:08 - You’ve found elk, now how do you kill them 01:09:54 - You have to bump elk to find elk; create more opportunities 01:16:44 - Cody’s approach to elk hunting 01:36:16 - Taking risks, but also be cautious of the wind 01:53:14 - A midday calling strategy that has worked for Cody 02:00:40 - Hunt the herd bull, and you will run into satellites 02:03:16 - Comparing turkeys to elk yet again 02:08:04 - Cody’s podcast and elk hunting course Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @therichoutdoors Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Pennsylvania hunter, Angelo Ebersole. In 2023, Angelo caught up with a giant, 162” public land Pennsylvania mountain buck. They discussed his transition from farm country to the big woods, how he found the buck, trail camera strategy, hunting strategy, working around other hunters, how the rut affected his pattern, the moon’s impact, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:18 - Angelo’s introduction 00:06:43 - Private farm country vs hunting the public big woods 00:10:43 - Getting cameras mixed up with another hunter 00:16:45 - Breaking down the type of terrain and the area where Angelo killed his buck 00:25:39 - Where to place cameras and Angelo’s overall camera strategy that led to success 00:29:23 - Plan of attack to set up and hunt 00:31:15 - The moment the buck realized he was being hunted 00:41:30 - Passing up a 50 yard shot opportunity on the buck 00:44:43 - The encounter that it all came together 00:49:42 - Big deer living in areas of high-pressure 00:51:18 - How the rut affected Angelo’s buck 00:53:02 - Showing off the buck 00:54:09 - What did you learn from this deer that you will apply going forward? 00:55:47 - Moon phases affecting buck movement 01:00:32 - What would Angelo have done differently if he could have? Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Shane Parker, of November Warrior Outdoors. Shane is one of the best when it comes to e-scouting, trail camera deployment, and analyzing data for deer hunting. They discuss how to break down a large chunk of public land, e-scouting tips, utilizing camera intel, judging sign, and many other topics related to post-season scouting. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:50 - Timing of post-season scouting in the south vs the north 00:12:03 - Learning an area and eliminating ground 00:21:33 - Bucks always find a way to stay in cover while traveling 00:27:33 - Using multiple sources of imagery for e-scouting 00:31:23 - Falling in love with a spot 00:39:27 - Worrying about other hunters and other cameras 00:45:51 - Utilizing you camera intel from previous years 00:57:35 - Breaking down areas and translating intel into the rut 01:05:51 - Judging sign, and visualizing deer activity 01:11:13 - Slow down and look behind you 01:17:55 - Paying attention to specific elevation lines 01:24:02 - Cashing in on your opportunity when you get one 01:37:05 - Scouting keys to keep in mind going into the off-season Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @november_warrior_outdoors Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Josh Ilderton, of the Untamed. They discuss Beau’s 3 year journey to learning to spot and stalk in the coal mines of southern West Virginia, finding success this past November on a 6 hour stalk. In addition, they discuss many mistakes, failing to balance hunting with life, persistence in learning an area, field judging deer, why reclaimed coal mines make incredible wildlife habitat, difficulty of hunting in WV, learning to be well-rounded, hound hunting, and much more. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:08:14 - Post-season feelings 00:10:04 - Can you hunt too hard? 00:17:21 - Executing a shot 00:20:23 - There is nothing wrong with eating tag soup 00:25:15 - Difficulty of field judging bucks 00:29:06 - Looking back at Josh’s season, lessons learned 00:35:12 - Navigating thick vegetation 00:39:52 - Spring Scouting together in West Virginia 00:41:34 - Beau’s West Virginia buck - the 6 hour stalk 01:04:19 - Beau’s buck breeding the doe right before getting shot 01:16:06 - Josh's thoughts on the stalk: aggressiveness pays off 01:18:23 - Celebration and camaraderie 01:30:02 - Growing big deer in the WV mountains 01:33:28 - Coal mining has done great things for the wildlife 01:37:24 - The southern WV terrain is not for flatlanders 01:45:29 - The doe situation on the WV lease 01:57:44 - Bear hunting and hunting with hounds 02:11:55 - Shows that the Untamed will be at this year Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @theuntamed Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Dan Gates, Executive Director of Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management. They discuss the organization's mission to defend the North American model of wildlife conservation and responsible wildlife management. Dan addresses the initiatives to ban the hunting of bobcats and mountain lions and the potential impact on out-of-state hunters. He emphasizes the importance of uniting as sportsmen and women and educating the general public about the benefits of hunting. We have an opportunity to protect what we love, and Dan shares what you can do to help. https://savethehuntcolorado.com/ Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:10 - Who is Dan, what does the CRWM do, and what problems are they dealing with? 00:11:04 - Formation of Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management 00:12:02 - Fighting Initiatives to Ban Harvesting of Bobcats and Mountain Lions 00:13:36 - Changing the Language of Initiative 91 00:16:36 - Potential Precedent for Trophy Hunting 00:21:01 - Extremist groups misguiding the general public 00:22:19 - Educating the General Public 00:25:04 - We don’t want the pool boy doing brain surgery 00:26:05 - Challenges with government involvement and who makes the decisions 00:30:19 - Putting aside your species-specific interest and coming together as sportsmen 00:31:18 - Getting a positive message out on social media 00:33:35 - We need to do a better job with messaging to the general public 00:42:44 - Wolves 00:45:57 - What will happen if we don’t harvest mountain lions? 00:47:54 - With human interaction, all wildlife needs to be managed 00:48:49 - Pedestalizing predators creates less opportunity for hunters 00:53:49 - How to Help: the need for funds 01:00:45 - Spartan Forge: free premium membership with $20 donation and 3% of East Meets West Apparel donated to CRWM 01:02:47 - Strength in Numbers Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @c.r.w.m Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by freelance photographer, videographer, and producer, Thomas Clements. Thomas has spent time filming Seek One, The Crush with Lee & Tiffany, and other projects over the last few years. They discuss Thomas’ job as a freelance creative, Beau’s wood carving days, advice for those wanting to become a hunting photographer/filmmaker, how hunting media affects our world, self-regulation, consumption, and much more. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:09:24 - Comparing Pennsylvania hunting culture to Georgia and turkey hunting 00:12:12 - How do you pronounce Appalachian? 00:12:45 - Thomas’ job as a freelance creative and being creative in general 00:25:57 - Drawing, wood carving, and Beau's creative side 00:31:33 - Advice from Thomas for people looking to work as a creative 00:38:41 - How hunting media is affecting our world 01:06:00 - Self-regulate, do your part in managing wildlife 01:15:04 - Some thoughts on consumption and the immediate reward Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @clements_thomas Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Josh Tuelker of Before the Echo, and Jake Belinda of The Void Hunt. We all went to Ohio separately and stayed at Johnny Stewart’s camp together. They discuss Beau having a big buck at 40 yards and the muzzleloader not going off, strategy for late gun seasons, good vs. bad acorns, Jake’s tracking strategy, how to think like a buck, hunting areas with no intel, trail camera etiquette, their life journey to getting to where they are now, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:10:14 - Beau’s muzzleloader didn’t go off on a buck on the first day 00:15:44 - Josh and Jake’s first day in Ohio 00:21:40 - Strategy for January muzzleloader season in Ohio 00:26:59 - Good vs. bad acorns 00:31:17 - Jake’s tracking strategy 00:36:38 - Think like a buck 00:42:14 - Logging cuts 00:51:11 - Game plan for day 2 00:57:17 - There is something refreshing about trips where you are hunting with no intel 01:04:01 - Getting local intel 01:08:35 - Trail cam etiquette 01:12:34 - Background of Josh’s hunting style 01:15:54 - Beau, Jake, and Josh talk about their journey to get to where they are now 01:40:45 - Western hunting and running into people you know far from home Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @beforetheechohunting @jakebelinda Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Todd Bumgardner, strength and conditioning coach, author, and founder of Human Predator Pack Mule. He trains Tier 1 tactical operators, backcountry hunters, and everyone in between while hunting all over the country himself. They discuss Beau’s journey with fitness, ways to stay consistent, a tiered approach to fitness for hunting, intensity levels, the HPPM program, mistakes hunters make when preparing for hunts, how it relates to whitetail hunting, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:09:55 - How Beau got connected with Todd 4 years ago and Todd's background 00:15:32 - Beau's journey with fitness 00:18:37 - Being ready for the “day after day” - staying accountable and consistent 00:35:04 - Intensity levels and Todd's approach to training 00:42:06 - Bad decisions leading to injury 00:46:44 - The phases of Human Predator Pack Mule and choosing the right place to start for you 00:53:02 - The older you get, the harder it is to restart getting in shape. Traveling and life get in the way 00:58:22 - Don’t overthink it. Just do something 01:01:27 - Think outside the box to get your training in 01:02:43 - Relative strength and how weight training can translate to a hunting situation 01:12:42 - Todd’s 2023 hunting season Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @todd_bumgardner @humanpredatorpackmule Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Kurt, Mason, and Tyler Martonik. They have all been bitten by the western hunting bug, and after a steep learning curve, are finding consistent success. They discuss bowhunting pronghorn, getting attacked by a bobcat in Pennsylvania, Tyler’s bad luck with predators, a droptine mule deer buck in an easy-to-draw unit, learning to find success, the family South Dakota mule deer hunt, learning a hunting area, and many more stories! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:57 - Tyler Martonik’s intro and what he does in Montana 00:11:50 - Montana archery pronghorn 00:22:17 - Getting attacked by a bobcat in Pennsylvania and Tyler’s bad luck with predators 00:36:27 - Mason’s Colorado mule deer hunt 00:47:30 - It takes a few years to figure it out and start finding success 00:50:59 - Kurt’s Colorado ewe sheep hunt 01:08:44 - Martonik family mule deer hunt in South Dakota 01:36:33 - Tyler’s Montana backcountry rifle mule deer hunt 01:44:57 - Finding and learning a hunting area 01:46:10 - Kurt’s November rut hunt in Montana 01:56:23 - Looking ahead to 2024 Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @kurt_the_gunsmith @masonmartonik @tylermartonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Bill Thompson, CEO and founder of Spartan Forge. In the last few years, Bill hasn’t hunted much for himself as he’s been building the Spartan Forge app, but this year, he spent more time in the woods, and it paid off. They discuss the types of areas Bill hunted this year, his old Virginia 6 point, why he won’t hunt with a trad bow anymore, lessons learned from hunting the big woods of PA, hunting privileges in America, deer camp, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:08:09 - Bill's introduction, his hunting experience this year, and use of the app 00:15:09 - Balancing hunting, work, and other parts of life 00:23:20 - Types of areas that Bill hunted this year 00:26:50 - The morning of Bill’s big Virginia 6 pointer 00:37:24 - The appeal of old deer 00:38:50 - Traditional archery 00:42:57 - Things Bill has learned hunting the big woods of PA 00:51:17 - A very interesting-sounding grunt 01:05:21 - Scouting and hunting smart 01:08:31 - New hunters and hunting for the right reasons 01:20:02 - Hunting Privileges in America 01:23:25 - Deer camp and camaraderie 01:30:51 - Spartan Forge major update: Lidar - save 20% with code eastmeetswest Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @billthompsonsft @spartan.forge Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is solo on this Mountain Buck Q&A series, answering your questions about hunting big woods mountain bucks. On this week's podcast, Beau answers your questions about how he tries to locate where a buck is bedding based on a trail camera picture or physical sighting. He breaks this down into 3 steps to determine where he may be bedding. Send your questions to [email protected] or leave a comment on the YouTube video. Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Kip Fulks, co-founder of Under Armour, founder of Big Truck Farms, business partner in other endeavors, and avid hunter. They discuss the chaos of running a business, Kip’s new outfitting business - Bushwhack Alaska, applying backcountry skills in the field, bear hunting, selling his PA dream property, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:12 - Chaos and running a business 00:08:05 - Big Truck Brewery 00:18:43 - Kip’s new ideas and endeavors - Alaska 00:31:35 - Applying backcountry skills in Alaska 00:38:31 - Bears and bear hunting 00:42:10 - When does Kip's new outfit get up and running? 00:45:09 - Kip is selling his PA property - North Fork Lodge 00:49:50 - More on the new outfit, booking logistics, and technology Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @13pacificwaves Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is solo on this Mountain Buck Q&A series, answering your questions about hunting big woods mountain bucks. On this week's podcast, Beau answers your questions about deer exclusion fences around logging cuts. He talks about why they are there, how to use them to your advantage, and some past experiences with deer fences. Send your questions to [email protected] or leave a comment on the YouTube video. Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Jason Redd of Timber Ninja Outdoors. Jason has been hunting hard this year, chasing mountain bucks in North Carolina and nearby states while product-testing mobile hunting gear. They discuss the struggles of running a business, late-season weather, key food sources, what led Jason to succeed on a big mountain buck, packing the deer out on Thanksgiving day, mountain buck genetics, American-made mobile hunting products, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:09 - Jason’s hunting this fall and having to cancel his Alaska trip 00:14:06 - Running a small business and setting goals 00:19:15 - Hunting Jason's area of North Carolina 00:22:21 - Late-season bowhunting 00:36:23 - Thoughts on late-season weather 00:43:12 - Food sources 00:46:52 - What led to Jason finding success 00:53:56 - Big Backcountry Buck Down! 00:59:56 - Packing a buck out on Thanksgiving day 01:03:42 - Plans for building a new rifle and rifle preferences 01:08:44 - Mountain buck genetics 01:11:54 - Johnny Stewart never stops hunting 01:15:09 - Timber Ninja Outdoors - purpose-built, American Made products Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @timberninjaoutdoors Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices