The Hunt Backcountry Podcast

Steve & Mark answer your listener questions — discussing the best place to carry your InReach (and why it matters), what body type works best in the K4 Frame, what we are working on for K5, and how material choices affect breathability, sweat, and chafing. Share your question: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] K4 Updates & Giveaway: https://exomtngear.com/K4 View & Search the Podcast Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Welcome to an all new segment on the Hunt Backcountry Podcast called "Final Friday". This series will be hosted by none other than the infamous Jakey Poo, aka Jake Havlicek. This series will give a look at what's going on behind the scenes at Exo, with the goal of keeping the conversation informal and not having a set goal to accomplish — just a few Exo employees talking into a microphone. In this first episode, Jake and Mark discuss a variety of topics, including: - Show-Season Shenanigans - Fitness challenge among (most of) the Exo employees - Behind the Scenes of the latest K4 updates - The 2023 Death Hike - Continuous growth in all areas of life Share Your Feedback & Questions: [email protected] View & Search the Podcast Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Who knew that there was so much to know about tripods? In today's podcast with Michael from Really Right Stuff, we talk about tripod selection for the hunter that wants to use a tripod for both glassing and shooting. Although this episode is packed with helpful information, it only scratches the surface of this topic. As you listen to this conversation, think about the questions you have and let us know what you want to hear more about. Michael has graciously agreed to do a follow-up episode with us to answer your questions about tripod selection, tripod setup, tripod techniques, and more... LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] RRS SOAR: https://rrssoar.com/ Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Steve & Mark answer your listener questions. They discuss... - How much did Kyle's helicopter rescue cost? (Kyle SOS and rescue story is in Episode 389) - Does the wider K4 Hipbelt cause any pinching or limit mobility? - Where is the line between staying tough and staying safe when solo hunting in difficult conditions? - How is the K4 Load Shelf accessed, and how does it function compared to K3 Packs? - What are some book recommendations for hunting, training, mindset, and becoming a better man in general? (See the links below for some suggestions from Mark.) - What does the "K" in K4 stand for? - How do you change the frame height on the K4 Frame? K4 Updates & Giveaway: https://exomtngear.com/K4 // Mark's Reading Recommendations // There is a lot of variety in this list. Also, there are a lot of good "classics" and currently "popular" books that hunters may like, which Mark did not include, such as those from O'Connor, Rinella, Goggins, Hanes, etc. The goal of this list is to share books that Mark has found helpful on a variety of topics — from hunting, to business, to personal development, to history, and more... - Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones (https://amzn.to/3EEjKDt) - The Daily Stoic: 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living (https://amzn.to/3IPdiMw) - Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World (https://amzn.to/3J00G5n) - Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less (https://amzn.to/3StXQIE) - Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It (https://amzn.to/41sfGA3) - Resilience: Hard-Won Wisdom for Living a Better Life (https://amzn.to/3IwwvBh) - Building a StoryBrand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen (https://amzn.to/3ImfmKg) - Undaunted Courage: Meriwether Lewis, Thomas Jefferson and the Opening of the American West (https://amzn.to/3YZPsDq) - The Principle of the Path: How to Get from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be (https://amzn.to/3YQypUd) - The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: 30th Anniversary Edition (https://amzn.to/3ZlUGt1) - Move Devotional: A Guide for Men to Get Up and Go Forward (https://amzn.to/3Su6Ld7) - A Beast the Color of Winter: The Mountain Goat Observed (https://amzn.to/3Sznxb6) - Life on the Rocks: A Portrait of the American Mountain Goat (https://amzn.to/3knYDP1) - An Archer's Inner Life: A Collection of Essays on the Wood Bow (https://amzn.to/3YXigMB) - Hunting Big Mule Deer: How to Take the Best Buck of Your Life (https://amzn.to/3KAsdLB) - Long Range Shooting Handbook: Complete Beginner's Guide to Long Range Shooting (https://amzn.to/3m6NVwA) - Becoming a Backpack Hunter: A Beginner's Guide to Hunting the Backcountry (https://amzn.to/41sEeJo) - Vintage Hunting Album: A Photographic Collection of Days Gone By (https://amzn.to/3ECz3fQ) - A Hunter's Heart: Honest Essays on Blood Sport (https://amzn.to/3xOmeeD) - Campfires in the Canadian Rockies (https://www.boone-crockett.org/camp-fires-canadian-rockies) Share your question: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] View & Search the Podcast Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Our guests, Josh & Dan, tell us a story of shared success on backcountry bull elk. The hunting collaboration between Josh and Dan formed in a unique way (hot yoga?!?!), and although they have different levels of hunting experience, they have forged an effective hunting partnership. In this podcast, we hear about the story of their last elk season, but also about how they have learned to hunt together well. Josh's Previous Episode: https://exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/329 PACK SYSTEM GIVEAWAY: https://exomtngear.com/k4 LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Instead of a Q&A Monday Minute episode, we are sharing an unscripted conversation hunter, guide, and hunting photographer, Luke Carrick (https://www.instagram.com/carrick.luke/). We hear about Luke's adventures — including spending 30+ consecutive days solo in the mountains to scout for sheep, his school that trains hunters for the backcountry, his work documenting sheep hunts on Tiburon Island, and much more. LEAVE A MESSAGE or question for a future Monday Minute episode: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Our guest, Kyle, tells his story of falling while solo hunting, hitting SOS on his Garmin InReach, and being rescued by helicopter. As a listener of this podcast, Kyle had heard similar rescue stories before and he knew some of what to expect after hitting SOS. Hear Kyle's whole story, the lessons hear learned, and how he found redemption in the backcountry. LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Steve & Mark answer your questions about the all-new K4 Pack Systems releasing in March. They discuss: - Why should I switch to Exo and the new K4 Pack System? - Should I pull the trigger on a used K3 to save money, or just go all-out on the new K4? - How large are the full-length side pockets on K4 Bags? What size spotting scope can they fit? - What is the best holster for the K4 Hipbelt? Isn't it bad to have the weight of a pistol hanging on the hipbelt? - How is the stiffness and "feel" of the K4 Frame compared to previous Exo frames? Did the change from Titanium to Carbon Fiber change the stiffness significantly? K4 Updates & Giveaway: https://exomtngear.com/K4 Share your question: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] View & Search the Podcast Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

When it comes to folding rifle chassis that are purpose-built for the weight-conscious backpack hunter, there are two primary options — The XLR Element 4.0 and the MDT HNT26. In this episode, Mark shares his personal experience with both of these chassis and makes ten comparisons to help you choose between them. MARK'S ARTICLE & PHOTOS: https://exomtngear.com/chassis XLR Element: https://xlrindustries.com/products/element_4-0_magnesium_chassis MDT HNT26: https://mdttac.com/hnt26-chassis-system/ LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

If you are looking for simple, practical, and applicable knowledge on training and nutrition before your next hunting season, this episode is for you. Mark joins Kyle from Valley to Peak Nutrition to talk about off-season training and nutrition strategies. Kyle's Podcast: https://www.v2pnutrition.com/podcast FREE Training & Nutrition Guides: - https://exomtngear.com/nutrition - https://exomtngear.com/train K4 Pack System Giveaway: https://exomtngear.com/K4 Ask Us A Question: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] View & Search the Podcast Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

After drawing an Arizona elk tag that surprised him, our guest, Brent, shares why he ultimately decided to hire a guide for the hunt. Having never been on a guided hunt, Brent shares what he learned about the experience, how he selected his outfitter, how the hunt went down, and ultimately if he was glad that he decided to go guided. LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

After announcing the all-new K4 Pack Systems last week, Steve & Mark answer your questions about K4 Packs in today's Q&A. They discuss: - What K4 options will be available at Hunt Expo this week? - Is anything from K4 compatible with K2/K3? - Why did you make K4 bags larger than K3 bags? - Is K4 lighter than K3? - Is there a waterproof option for K4 packs? K4 Updates & Giveaway: https://exomtngear.com/K4 Share your question: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] View & Search the Podcast Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

We can finally talk about it! After 3+ years in development, all-new K4 Pack Systems are launching this Spring. In this conversation, Steve & Mark talk about the origins of K4, what they learned over the past several years of development on K4, and what is to come with K4 Packs this year. K4 Updates & Giveaway — https://exomtngear.com/K4 Ask us a question about K4 — https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry

Today's episode is another "After" podcast from the "Before & After the Hunt" podcast series with people just like YOU... listeners of the podcast. Justin first joined us in Episode 362 (https://exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/362), to tell us about his plan as he went into his third season hunting elk, and the continued pursuit to kill his first elk. Today, he tells us how his elk season went. His fall involved numerous unexpected surprises, new challenges, and success that he didn't originally plan for. LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Today's episode is another "After" podcast from the "Before & After the Hunt" podcast series with people just like YOU... listeners of the podcast. Dylan first joined us in Episode 361 (https://exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/361), to tell us about a hunt he was planning with his father, Brad, for an adventure on Adak Island, Alaska. In today's episode, Dylan and Brad join us to tell us all about their experience, the success they had, the lessons they learned, and more. LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Instead of a Q&A Monday Minute episode, Mark has an unscripted conversation with shooter and critical-thinker, Chris Way. They discuss a variety of topics around rifle shooting and practical practice and assessment for hunters. Resources mentioned in this episode: - Chris' Previous Episode: https://exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/275 - The Rifle Kraft Drill: https://riflekraft.com/ - Chris' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gunaroundthesun/ LEAVE A MESSAGE or question for a future Monday Minute episode: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Today's episode is another "After" podcast from the "Before & After the Hunt" podcast series with people just like YOU... listeners of the podcast. Our guest, Zoe, joined us in Episode 366 (https://exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/366), as we learned about the journey leading up to Zoe's first-ever hunt. As a brand new hunter, Zoe has a great perspective to share. In the weeks and months leading up to her hunt, she had some amazing opportunities to gain first-hand experience. We talk about that, as well as how her hunt went, what she learned, and what she sees as the future of her hunting journey. Whether you are a new or experienced hunter, there is something for you to take away from this conversation with Zoe. LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Mark runs solo on this Monday Minute to answer questions on suppressors and his experience using Silencer Central. He also answers a listener question on how he tracks his training hikes, including how he uses his Garmin watch and sync's that with Strava. Mark also discusses the use of the VA-5 tripod head for shooting a rifle, and why it isn't ideal. Finally, he discusses why he chose the Katabatic Gear Pinon bivy, and when he uses that bivy instead of other shelter options. Resources mentioned in this episode... - Podcast with Silencer Central: https://exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/333 - Podcast with Thunderbeast Suppressors: https://exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/203 - Mark's Article on Suppressors for Hunting: https://exomtngear.com/suppressors - PEW Science: https://pewscience.com/ - Connecting Garmin & Strava: https://support.strava.com/hc/en-us/articles/216918057-Garmin-and-Strava - Katabatic Gear Bivy: https://katabaticgear.com/products/pinon-bivy - Gossamer Gear Tarp: https://www.gossamergear.com/collections/shelters-sleeping-pads/products/twinn-tarp LEAVE A MESSAGE or question for a future Monday Minute episode: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

This is a wide-ranging conversation with Toby Boudreau, Deer & Elk Coordinator for the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. We discuss Idaho's recent non-resident tag sale, why Idaho doesn't have a preference/bonus point system, how Idaho's elk and deer tag allocations are managed, the status of CWD in Idaho, the latest information on Idaho's wolf populations, and much more. Toby's previous appearance on the Hunt Backcountry Podcast, "Wolves and Wolf Hunting" — https://exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/215 LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

On this Monday Minute episode, Steve & Mark answer your listener questions. Today's topics include "Pro Staff" vs everyday hunters, and the value of influencers for Exo Mtn Gear. A listener asks about the true cost of hunting gear, and what to do when it feels like good gear is out of reach. One bowhunter asks about bow sight setup, how many pins are ideal, and is there any reason to shoot your bow at 85-yards (or further). Come see us next week, January 12-14, at the Sheep Show in Reno, NV — https://www.wildsheepfoundation.org/convention Budget-friendly gear lists, recommendations, and podcasts on the topic — https://exomtngear.com/search?q=budget LEAVE A MESSAGE or question for a future Monday Minute episode: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

On this Monday Minute episode, Steve & Mark answer your listener questions. But first, they tell you about a generous, anonymous donor, who wants to gift an Exo Mtn Gear K3 4800 Pack System to a military member for Christmas. Know of a deserving military service member (active or veteran) that could use a good pack? Send an email nomination to [email protected] before December 22, 2022. Include the nominee's name, contact information, and a brief explanation telling us why you are nominating them. $10,000 Giveaway — https://exomtngear.com/giveaway — Enter BEFORE this Friday, 12/23/2022 Resources mentioned in this episode: - Realistic Dry-Fire Practice: https://exomtngear.com/dryfire - Rifle Shooting Technique: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DV4Z-R7NNXs LEAVE A MESSAGE or question for a future Monday Minute episode: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

As an engineer and mountain hunter, Matt Vincent is always looking for ways to improve his gear. Lighter, stronger, more efficient. That pursuit led Matt to design and produce his own gear, which he sells via MTNGear.us (and MtnGear.nz) We speak with Matt about his life in New Zealand, the hunting opportunities there, and how his personal pursuits in NZ's rugged mountains lead to his products — including the MTNStick and the MTNGear Bipod. https://www.mtngear.us/ https://www.mtngear.nz/ $10,000 Independent Gear Giveaway — https://exomtngear.com/giveaway — Enter before December 23, 2022 LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Steve & Mark answer your listener questions on this Monday Minute episode. They discuss Idaho's recent non-resident tag sale, the best strategy for two hunters each filling their elk tags on the same hunt, when to choose a bipod or shooting sticks for a rifle hunt, and why there isn't a horseshoe zipper on every Exo bag design. $10,000 Giveaway — https://exomtngear.com/giveaway — Enter before December 23, 2022 More links mentioned in this episode... - https://www.wiserprecision.com/products/quick-stix - https://www.mtngear.us/product/bipod - https://idfg.idaho.gov/contact LEAVE A MESSAGE or question for a future Monday Minute episode: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Today's episode is another "After" podcast from the "Before & After the Hunt" podcast series with people just like YOU... listeners of the podcast. Our guest, Taylor, joined us in Episode 358, as he was making plans for his first elk hunt in Idaho. Taylor's plans for the hunt changed after that podcast, which you will hear about. We also detail the hunt story, the lessons Taylor learned, and why he is better equipped for success next year. Listen in and you will find some valuable lessons as well! $10,000 Independent Gear Giveaway — https://exomtngear.com/giveaway — Enter before December 23, 2022 LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

At a time when corporations and investment groups are overtaking small companies, and the algorithms of social media giants are making it harder for small businesses to communicate with customers, we want to highlight independent brands in the outdoors and hunting industry. Join our $10,000 Gear Giveaway to support independent companies that we know, trust, and believe are worthy of your support. THE GIVEAWAY — https://exomtngear.com/giveaway

After an unconventional start to his big game hunting experience, Jim had some unconventional hunting success this past fall. Jim, who is a listener of the show and an everyday hunter from Tennessee, joins us on this episode to share the story of his Montana elk and mule deer hunt from this past fall. This unconventional success story is entertaining, informational, and inspiring. LEAVE A MESSAGE: http://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Mark and Steve are joined by co-co-Host, Jakey. They tell the story of Jake's mule deer season, his younger brother's big buck, and what Jake learned on this coveted tag. Before they all get to work catching up from Exo's recent once-a-year sale, they also answer listener questions about the best hunting show. No, not a TV show, but the best in-person show or "expo" to attend for big game hunters. Don't miss the BIG giveaway launching next week. Sign-up to become an Exo Insider to get notified when it launches: https://exomtngear.com/newsletter LEAVE A MESSAGE or question for a future Monday Minute episode: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

20% OFF for a limited-time. All Exo Mtn Gear packs, accessories, and logo gear is on sale. That also includes Hunt Backcountry Podcast logo gear! SAVE NOW: https://exomtngear.com/sale We will be back to regular podcasts next week. Enjoy your Thanksgiving!

Today's episode is another "After" podcast from the "Before & After the Hunt" podcast series with people just like YOU... listeners of the podcast. Our guest, Jeff, joined us in Episode 365, before joined a group of guys to hunt bears in New Mexico. Their hunt did not go according to plan, but they learned some extremely valuable lessons from their experience — and in this episode, you can learn from those lessons and experiences. LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Save 20% on all Exo Mtn Gear purchases — SALE BEGINS 11/21/22. Limited-time and limited quantities. Sign-up to get notified when the sale begins... EXO SALE NOTIFICATION: https://exomtngear.com/newsletter On this solo Monday Minute, Mark answers your listener questions. Topics include Swarovski's new compact spotting scopes (ATC and STC), and how they compare to the rest of the best spotters on the market. Watch the spotting scope review and comparison video with Steve Speck and Rob McConnell from S&S Archery... VIDEO REVIEW — Swarovski STC vs The Field: https://youtu.be/EbtGgKQnz0Y Mark also discusses Active Insulation mid-layers, including Sitka's new Ambient collection, and how that piece compares and performs against similar mid-layers, including grid fleece, and also other "breathable" insulation layers, such as those using 3DeFX insulation (Kuiu Kenai, Outdoor Vitals Ventus, Patagonia Nano, etc). Note: Mark mixed-up the Katana and Kenai names when referencing Kuiu pieces in this podcast. More on the Sitka Ambient: https://sitkagear.com/ambient Mark also discusses the new 7mm PRC rifle cartridge and how it compares to his hunting cartridge of choice, the 7SAUM, as well as how the PRC stacks up against contenders like the 7mm Remington Magnum and the 28 Nosler. More on the 7 PRC: https://www.hornady.com/7prc Share your question for a future Monday Minute episode: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Like most backcountry hunters, we are passionate about the gear we use. At the end of each year, we like to highlight some of the favorite gear we have used for hunts throughout the year and discuss why those particular items made a difference for us personally. In this episode, Steve & Mark share the best gear they used in 2022. Visit https://exomtngear.com/blogs/article/2022-gear-of-the-year to view all of the gear discussed in today's episode, as well as to see previous Gear of the Year selections for 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021. Share your question or suggestion for the show: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR [email protected] Search the Podcast Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Steve & Mark answer listener-submitted questions about upcoming Exo sales, pack fabrics, whether to hunt elk or bear for a first-time western hunter, if clothing should be considered part of a sleep system, and questions on reloading for precision rifles. They also talk about Steve's recent solo elk hunt and packing-out meat with a dirt bike. Get details on the Exo sale coming later this month: https://exomtngear.com/newsletter Share your question about reloading (or anything else): https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR [email protected] Previous podcasts and an article about reloading: - https://exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/213 - https://exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/221 - https://exomtngear.com/blogs/article/reloading-gear-for-precision-hunting Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Today's episode is another "After" podcast from the "Before & After the Hunt" podcast series with people just like YOU... listeners of the podcast. Our guest, Ryan, joined us in Episode 359, before he and two of his buddies from Wisconsin headed into the high country of Colorado to hunt Mule Deer this past September. In this conversation with Ryan we hear the hunt story, lessons learned, and much more. LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Steve & Mark talk about Steve's recent Mule Deer hunt, why they don't take any money from sponsors or affiliates for the podcast, and how they deal with insulated boots for cold weather and late-season hunts. ASK A QUESTION: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

After independently choosing to use Nightforce scopes, Steve and Mark wanted to chat with the Nightforce crew to learn more about the company's history, what is behind their tagline of "Rugged. Reliable. Repeatable.", and to answer your listener questions about riflescopes. Whether you are looking to learn more about Nightforce rifle scopes in particular, or want to understand more about the design, manufacturing, and function of rifle scopes in general, you will enjoy this conversation. LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Steve & Mark recount their recent Idaho elk hunt and connect their experience to a listener question about developing mental toughness. How do you stay positive and keep hunting hard when the weather, animals, and other elements of the hunt don't go your way? They also talk about their choice in water filter systems between the Sawyer Squeeze, Katadyn BeFree, and Platypus Quickdraw. - Katadyn BeFree: https://amzn.to/3CZkotz - Hydrapak Seeker Water Storage: https://amzn.to/3TxDwGi (Compatible with the BeFree filter.) - Sawyer Fast-Fill Adapter: https://amzn.to/3spu0ZS (Compatible with the BeFree filter.) ASK A QUESTION: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Today's episode is the first "After" podcast from the "Before & After the Hunt" podcast series with people just like YOU... listeners of the podcast. Our guest, Joseph, joined us in Episode 364, before he went on his Dall Sheep hunt in the Brooks Range of Alaska. In today's conversation, Joseph shares the hunt story, lessons learned, and much more. LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Having just returned from a challenging but successful Mountain Goat hunt in Southeast Alaska, Mark joins Steve to tell the entire story on this podcast episode. As you will hear, this hunt was quite an adventure, with a lot of ups-and-downs over nine days. See photos from the hunt, get Mark's complete gear list, read some of his lessons-learned, and see the new and notable gear that Mark used... https://exomtngear.com/blogs/article/alaska-mountain-goat-hunting-gear-list The Hunt Crew: - Mark Huelsing: https://instagram.com/markthefark/ - Mark Rowenhorst: https://www.instagram.com/limitlessalaskaguiding/ - Tyler Boschma: https://www.instagram.com/tyler_boschma/ - Justin Nelson: https://www.instagram.com/toppriorityhunting/ LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Mark answers listener questions about his custom rifle build, which he initially discussed in Episode 370, and also documented in this article: https://exomtngear.com/blogs/article/custom-hunting-rifle-build In this episode, Mark answers questions on the total cost of the rifle, the recoil of shooting a lightweight magnum rifle, spotting impacts, the speeds and maximum effective range of the rifle, the benefits of short barrels, how to configure ballistics for different environments, and more. ASK A QUESTION: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

In the previous episode, Shane told us about his 2021 mountain goat hunt in his home state of Washington. In this episode, Shane is fresh off of his 2022 mountain goat hunt in Southeast Alaska. He harvested a beautiful B&C billy with his bow, dealt with 5-inches of rain in a single day, and learned some lessons throughout the adventure. Tune-in to hear the whole story. Connect with Shane: https://www.instagram.com/lonegoatmedia/ LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Shane Vander Giessen has been fascinated with Mountain Goats from a young age. After decades of dreaming for an opportunity, he finally, and fortunately, got the chance to hunt them. What unfolded was a wild adventures; which is often the case when hunting mountain goats. Tune in to hear why Shane is fascinated with the species and what made his pursuit of his first goat so special. Next week, you'll hear about another long-shot opportunity that came Shane's way as he hunted mountain goats in Alaska just a few short weeks ago. Connect with Shane: https://www.instagram.com/lonegoatmedia/ LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Mark takes a deep-dive into the custom rifle that he built a couple of years ago. What did he build, what did he change, how has it performed, and what did he learn along the way? To see this rifle, read more about his experience with it, and get links to all of the components, go to: https://exomtngear.com/blogs/article/custom-hunting-rifle-build ASK A QUESTION: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Taxidermy shouldn't be an afterthought in your hunting plans. In this second episode of our two-part conversation with Stuart Farnsworth of Monarch Taxidermy, we talk about caping tips, field care for your trophy, how to select a form/post for your mount, how to care for velvet, how to get your finished work from the taxidermist, and more. Connect with Monarch Taxidermy: - Website: https://monarchtaxidermyinc.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monarchtaxidermy/ LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Steve & Mark are back to answer your listener questions on this Monday Minute episode. They discuss how they balance a happy family life and extended hunting trips, what to do when you have too much advice or conflicting advice for your hunt, the best way to prevent and treat blisters and other issues with your feet, and Mark's upcoming mountain goat hunt in Southeast Alaska. LEAVE A MESSAGE FOR THE SHOW: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry PODCAST ARCHIVE: https://exomtngear.com/podcast Become an Exo Insider: https://exomtngear.com/newsletter Contact Us: [email protected]

Taxidermy shouldn't be an afterthought in your hunting plans. This podcast with Monarch Taxidermy will help you understand how to work with a taxidermist to preserve your memories of special hunts. We discuss how to transport your trophy to a taxidermist — especially when you are hunting in remote locations (such as Alaska), or if you are looking to use a taxidermist that isn't local to you. Next week, in Part 2 of our conversation with Stuart from Monarch Taxidermy, we will talk about how to work with a taxidermist that isn't local to you, how to select a form/post for your mount, how to get your finished work from the taxidermist, and also answer listener questions that were submitted from Instagram. Connect with Monarch Taxidermy: - Website: https://monarchtaxidermyinc.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monarchtaxidermy/ LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Steve & Mark are back to answer your listener questions on this Monday Minute episode. They discuss pack dry bags, elk hunting strategies, the use of headlamps and alerting game, pack weight distribution, pain prevention and stretching/mobility in the backcountry, and more... LEAVE A MESSAGE FOR THE SHOW: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry PODCAST ARCHIVE: https://exomtngear.com/podcast Become an Exo Insider: exomtngear.com/newsletter Contact Us: [email protected]

An episode about Eastern Whitetails on the Hunt Backcountry Podcast?...Yes! Our guest, Nathan Killen, is an extremely successful whitetail hunter, specifically targeting mature bucks in the big timber. Nathan uses backpacking to get him into hunting areas that many whitetail hunters overlook, or are simply not willing to hike into. In this conversation we hear about Nathan's strategy on finding and targeting mature bucks, how he executes backpack hunts in overlooked areas, and much more. Connect with Nathan: https://www.instagram.com/mtn_huntr/ Connect with Aaron: https://www.instagram.com/rnfarley/ LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

We continue the "Before & After the Hunt" podcast series with people just like YOU... listeners of the podcast. Throughout this series, we will be speaking with everyday hunters as they plan and prepare for a specific hunt this fall, and then we will have a follow-up episode after their hunt to hear about how the hunt unfolded, the lessons they learned, and more. Today, we are speaking with Zoe about her very first hunt. As a brand new hunter, Zoe had some great questions about meat care and processing in the field, understanding elk, checking the wind, getting necessary gear, and more. LEAVE A MESSAGE: speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: exomtngear.com/podcast

We continue the "Before & After the Hunt" podcast series with people just like YOU... listeners of the podcast. Throughout this series, we will be speaking with everyday hunters as they plan and prepare for a specific hunt this fall, and then we will have a follow-up episode after their hunt to hear about how the hunt unfolded, the lessons they learned, and more. Today, we are speaking with Jeff about an upcoming trip to New Mexico to hunt bears this fall. Jeff and a group of guys are all pretty new to hunting in general, and new to backcountry bear hunting in particular. We speak with Jeff about how he's been planning this hunt, e-scouting, gathering gear, and putting together the logistics required to pull this trip off. LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

We continue the "Before & After the Hunt" podcast series with people just like YOU... listeners of the podcast. Throughout this series, we will be speaking with everyday hunters as they plan and prepare for a specific hunt this fall, and then we will have a follow-up episode after their hunt to hear about how the hunt unfolded, the lessons they learned, and more. Today, we are speaking with Joseph about his Dall Sheep hunt in the Brooks Range of Alaska. As a regular guy from Kansas, Joseph has dreamt of pursuing sheep in Alaska, and now it is becoming a reality. How did he find his outfitter/guide? How did he prepare? What is he unsure of as he heads into this adventure? We answer these questions, and more. LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or [email protected] Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast