ElkShape

Today we are recording from our 2022 ElkShape Camp in Wisconsin. We have most of our presenters on this podcast discussing everything from e-scouting, arrow & broadhead selection, backcountry medicine, nutrition and performance. We also breakdown what has and has not changed when it comes to elk hunting. Here's the line-up for the podcast today: Dirk Durham Jimmy Gruenewald Mark Livesay Bill Vande...

Logan Wimme is a young Wisconsin kid who moved out west to study forestry at University of Idaho. He started elk hunting as soon as he touched down in the Gem state. Logan has put two bulls on the ground in 2 seasons of public land elk hunting in north Idaho. We discuss how he's been able to have 100% success on public land when the average success rate hovers below 10%. There's some solid elk nug...

Sitting down with ElkShape Camp 2021 grad Johnathan aka RED BEAR OUTDOORS and breaking down his first season of archery elk hunting. We learn more about his story, how he works full time, has 5 kids and still makes time to pursue his Master's in Business. Johnathan is a passionate elk hunter, fitness junkie and we break down gear, elk strategy and public land etiquette. Listeners of the ElkShape P...

Today we are answering questions from YouTube, Instagram and Emails. Plus we're sitting down with Alex Miller from Wisconsin who's been cutting his teeth on public land Colorado for the last 2 seasons. We pour over his tactics and help him with his elk hunting portfolio. Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: The Elk Collective - $25 off our Digital Elk Hunting Course - elkshapepodcast Wild...

Joining me LIVE on the podcast today is Jacob from Iowa. He's ready to make big changes in 2022 and we break down how to get started proper. Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: The Elk Collective - $25 off our Digital Elk Hunting Course - elkshapepodcast Wilderness Athlete 30% off your first purchase, discount code elkshape30   Vortex Wear - elkshape - 20% off Apparel Pnuma Outdoors - el...

Cable Smith is a dedicated outdoorsman, family man and is the host of the Lone Star Outdoor Show. Cable is based out of Texas and today, explains how to increase your opportunity by putting Texas at the top of your list. Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: The Elk Collective - $25 off our Digital Elk Hunting Course - elkshapepodcast Wilderness Athlete 30% off your first purchase, discoun...

Welcome to Season 5 of the ElkShape podcast. Today we're recording with Ryan Michler from Order of Man - a community and resource to become better at all facets of life, from self-mastery to family, from money to contribution, and everywhere in between. We discuss the road to success in 2022 and some of his upcoming projects including a new podcast hosted by his son Breckon. Listeners of the ElkSh...

Today we are road tripping back home from an Arizona Late Season archery elk hunt. We recap the 7 day experience plus we talk all about how to have more time for hunting by becoming a time chaser, not a money chaser. Check out the lineup for the 2022 ElkShape Camp Season! EARLY BIRD PRICES END 12/31/2021: eScouting with Mark Livesay Broadhead tuning with Ironwill Bill Mental Preparedness with me E...

Cellular trail cameras have been out for quite some time, however 2021 was the first year I started using them out West. Today we sit down with Trent Marsh of Spypoint Trail Cameras and learn on how to best utilize cameras for out West hunting. Trent handles the marketing and messaging over at Spypoint, he's also a family man and avid outdoor enthusiast. Spypoint Insider's Club Spypoint App Where...

I was invited to hunt South Texas with the Pnuma Outdoors Recon Team late October 2021. The initial invitation was for axis deer, hogs and possibly some whitetail does. I didn't flinch at the opportunity, especially since the hunt was at the end of October when I historically don't have much going on for hunts. This turned out to be one of the greatest hunts I've ever been on and I ended up shooti...

Part 4 of this series highlighting the popularity of elk hunting and examining how the resource gets allocated. Today we're discussing NM ePlus program with Kerrie Cox Romero, executive director of the NM Outfitter Association. This is a fun conversation and we tackle some of the grey areas of the landowner tag allocation, outfitter tag allocation and few other "misconceptions." Kerrie does a grea...

Today we're announcing the PRESALE winners of the ElkShape Camp giveaways plus some clap back time on Matt Rinella who vocalized his disdain for ElkShape. Check out the lineup for the 2022 ElkShape Camp Season! EARLY BIRD PRICES END 12/31/2021: eScouting with Mark Livesay Broadhead tuning with Ironwill Bill Mental Preparedness with me Elk vocalizations with Dirk Durham Shot Process with Joel Turne...

Lane Walter is a full-time FireFighter near Denver, CO and an avid bowhunter who has traveled the globe pursing adventure. Lane and I chat about some of his day-to-day as a career first responder, being a family man and how he's managed to side hustle with a video camera in the hunting industry. Lane is a phenomenal archery and photographer. We talk about elk hunting in Colorado and how there coul...

Today we're recording with a blue collar elk hunter out of Oregon. Cameron has been elk hunting with archery tackle for 3 seasons and has managed to put 4 elk on the ground. We go over how he crushed the odds and discuss his struggle to keep weight off in the off-season. Check out the lineup for the 2022 ElkShape Camp Season! We just launched our Early Bird prices: eScouting with Mark Livesay Broa...

Today we're checking back in with complete noob elk hunter Ben Dziwulski from WODPREP. He experienced 2 full weeks of public land elk hunting in Colorado. We find out how he prepared physically for the rigors of elk hunting and we dive into his fitness and nutrition. Ben is an amazing athlete and coach, and now he's completely hooked on trying to fill his freezer with organic protein called elk me...

Today we are recording with: Marcus Strange - Montana Wildlife Federation John Sullivan - Montana BHA Chair / Volunteer Andrew Posewitz - Hardcore Montana Elk Hunter We are discussing Montana elk tag allocation. Proposed changes that will take tags away from the general tag hunter and how to navigate the possibility of Montana elk hunting going towards a similar model that New Mexico has in place!...

Today we are recording with Jesse Deubel, the executive director for New Mexico Wildlife Federation and Ray Trejo. Both guests are passionate elk hunters who reside in New Mexico, we are extending the conversation of how New Mexico continues to support the privatization of elk hunting. If you are a regular blue-collar elk hunter, resident or non-resident, this is an important podcast to educate yo...

Today we are discussing the EPLUS program of the state of New Mexico. Special guest Joel Gay from New Mexico breaks down why he and the BHA NM chapter are strongly opposing the current structure that ends up yielding 13,000 elk tags in the hands of private landowners in New Mexico. Joel's Articles: NM Elk Tags - There Must Be A Better Way EPLUS Could Be Up For A Change in 2022 More Resources: Reso...

Today is an episode that should stand the test of time as a valuable asset. The aim of this episode is to share wisdom that comes from experience. Maybe you're a new elk hunter or are looking for mentorship, today's knowledge bombs will undoubtedly help you make a better shot selection. Dirk's Social Phelps Game Calls Check out the lineup for the 2022 ElkShape Camp Season! We just launched our Ear...

Hunter McWaters went on his first ever elk hunt with Dan in 2021.  He was hired to be a videographer, Dan & Hunter discuss their 10 day adventure, all the crazy they witnessed, and learn from Hunter on what it's like being an flatlander and coming out West to film an elk hunt with ElkShape. Hunter's Instagram & Podcast Check out the lineup for the 2022 ElkShape Camp Season!  We just launched our E...

We asked our listeners to write in about their '21 Elk Season - share their success and failures, what they learned and how this podcast might have played a role in their adventures out west.  This was so much fun to record, I cannot thank you all enough for all your submissions. Check out the lineup for the 2022 ElkShape Camp Season!  We just launched our Early Bird prices: eScouting with Mark Li...

I'm stoked to share some of our adventures in today's podcast, I've been on the road quite a bit since season kicked off and so I wanted share some of the struggle that comes with public land hunting. This episode is a full recap of our NM Elk Hunting experience. Check out the lineup for the 2022 ElkShape Camp Season!  We just launched our Early Bird prices: eScouting with Mark Livesay Broadhead t...

I'm stoked to share some of our adventures in today's podcast, I've been on the road quite a bit since season kicked off and so I wanted share some of the struggle that comes with public land hunting. Check out the lineup for the 2022 ElkShape Camp Season!  We just launched our Early Bird prices: eScouting with Mark Livesay Broadhead tuning with Ironwill Bill Mental Preparedness with me Elk vocali...

Today we are recording with COO of REP FITNESS Jon Little.  Jon attended our first ever ElkShape Camp 3 years ago and since then has been putting multiple elk down each season.  He's also stepped up his fitness game getting into the best shape of his life.  We talk to Jon about his best practices, dive into created the best garage gym and how to maximize your hunt. Check out the lineup for the 202...

Welcome to a very special episode, number 200!  THANK YOU for all the support this past 4 seasons of the podcast! Today we're recording with Will Cooper of Pnuma Outdoors, check out their podcast here.   We are going to dissect the Do's & Don'ts of public land elk hunting! Check out the lineup for the 2022 ElkShape Camp Season!  We just launched our Early Bird prices: eScouting with Mark Livesay B...