Beyond the Kill

On this episode, Adam catches up with Nolan after another guiding season. They talk about some of the worst hunting weather Nolan has experienced, as well as some lessons learned along the way. --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best managed conservation organization on the planet. Go to www.wildsheepfoundation.org to find a membership option that sui...

On this episode, recorded on location lakeside in Northern BC, Adam, Wardo, Lorne and James debrief on their recent adventure that was packed with action, laughs and some serious weather. With three different species taken in just four days, there's a lot to unpack (and pack) in this one. The boys came home with 787 pounds of the cleanest, leanest, and tastiest deboned meat you can ever hope for!...

On this episode, Adam visits with retired pro football lineman Joe Eppele to discuss the comparisons between football and mountain hunting, luck vs preparation, grit vs fitness, and some of the lessons they've learned over the course of their hunting careers. @joe_eppele @theedgetvshow --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best managed conservation organ...

On this episode, Adam interviews Ryan Efurd, the founder of CANIS, to discuss his path as a hunter, athlete and businessman and how those worlds are inextricably linked. As the founder of a new hunting apparel brand, Ryan shares his perspectives on where the industry is going, why he thinks innovation is just getting rolling in the hunting apparel space, and how hunting has helped him achieve succ...

On this episode, Adam visits with Gray Thornton, President & CEO of the Wild Sheep Foundation, to discuss the impacts of COVID and COVID-related restrictions on WSF's annual conservation and fundraising efforts. Conservation orgs like WSF rely heavily on in-person events to fund their initiatives so if you care about wild sheep and wild sheep habitats, this episode is a must listen. @wildsheepfoun...

On this episode, Adam has Ben Stourac of Arcadia Outfitting back on the show to share the story of "Quasi Moto", the Stone ram he recently harvested in Northern BC. This ram is without a doubt one of the most unique Stones taken in recent history, and can only be described as a true "guide's ram". Ben's story is filled with laughs, lessons and sheep hunting tactics so you won't want to miss the fu...

On this episode, Adam sits down with Wardo to discuss his recent solo scouting trip into the BC backcountry. After covering 40-plus kilometers (25 miles) in a single day and learning a few things along the way, Wardo may be ready to become a full-time truck hunter... @drmattwarddc --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best managed conservation organizati...

On this episode, Adam catches up with Rick Elder, CEO of Beyond Clothing, a company that Adam's had the good fortune of working with for a few years now. In our opinion they make some of the best technical apparel at the best price you'll find anywhere and are posed to be a serious player in the hunting community. If you have not tried their gear, you're missing out. Adam and Rick spend a bit of t...

On this episode, Adam visits with Colton Bagnoli aka "Pap Winkle" on IG, which should tell you all you need to know about his tastes in whiskey. Colton is a writer for Western Hunter, experienced rifleman and lawman, custom gunsmith extraordinaire, and all around great dude. Adam and Colton discuss a TON of material as it relates to shooting, rifles, optics, caliber selection, tripods, bipods....y...

On this episode, Nolan sits once again with Ben Stourac, sheep guide, owner, and outfitter of Arcadia Outfitting. Ben is always a welcome guest on the show, and this time he shares the story of the bear named Chevron -- a massive color phase black bear ben chased for 3 years with clients, before finally catching up to him this clientless COVID spring. @arcadiaoutfitting www.arcadiaoutfitting.com -...

On this episode, Nolan sits down with Adam Smith, AK resident, dedicated backcountry hunter, and good friend. The discussion is focused on Adam's experiences and experimentation with lightweight -- but dependable -- systems for BC, Yukon, NWT and Alaska. @as.ks.ak --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best managed conservation organization on the planet....

On this episode, Adam and Nolan get in one last episode before NMO drops off the grid for whatever the 2020 guiding season may bring. They discuss what the first few days and weeks of the season will look like, cover some gear highlights from the first half of the year, and hunt plans for the fall. --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best managed conse...

On this episode, Nolan sits down with Luke Carrick of Guiderite Adventures. Luke has a wealth of experience as a backpack hunter and guide in Washington, and offers guided hunts for Elk, Deer, Bear, Goats, Moose and Sheep, as well as backcountry hunting courses and photography services. @carrick.luke www.guideriteadventures.com --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time...

On this episode, Nolan sits down with Spencer Trippe, owner and founder of Off Grid Food Co. They cover the driving force behind starting the company, what goes into their awesome meals. @offgridfoodco https://offgridfood.co/ --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best managed conservation organization on the planet. Go to www.wildsheepfoundation.org to f...

On this episode, Nolan sits down with Pete Muennich, president and founder of the Rocky Mountain Goat Alliance. Pete walks through the RMGA's origin, conservation efforts, and what the future has in store for those beasts the color of winter we love so much. @goatalliance www.goatalliance.org RMGA Goat ID: https://youtu.be/J8gUaMx8G7I --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it'...

On this episode, Nolan sits down with Dylan Eyers, founder of Eatwild. Dylan has dedicated his life to hunting and foraging, as well as mentoring others, and embodies the "field to table" lifestyle in the truest sense. @eatwild www.eatwild.ca Eatwild Hunter App   --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best managed conservation organization on the planet....

On this episode, Nolan sits down with Dr. Matt Ward once again. After a disappointing elk hunt last fall -- Beyond The Kill Elk Series 1-3 -- Wardo shares his heartbreak, and the success of his first spring black bear season. @drmattwarddc --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best managed conservation organization on the planet. Go to www.wildsheepfound...

On this episode, Adam sits down with Brady Cervantes. Brady " Totanka" is a USMC Scout Sniper Veteran, Bull Rider, and Hunting Guide for Big Chino Outfitters in Arizona. While the conversation spans a variety of topics, bow hunting black bears is the core of the conversation. @T0tanka --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best managed conservation organi...

On this episode, Adam sits down once again with Author Jack Carr. While the focus of the discussion is around his most recent novel, Savage Son, they cover previous books in the Reese series and dive into all things hunting. @jackcarrusa www.officialjackcarr.com/ --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best managed conservation organization on the planet....

On this episode, Nolan sits down with photographer and mountain hunting guru Nick Trehearne. While Nick is usually the sort to quietly let his work speak for itself, his prowess behind the glass - both camera and rifle - more than speaks for itself. --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best managed conservation organization on the planet. Go to www.wild...

In this episode, Nolan sits down with Bryan Martin of Asian Mountain Outfitters for the second part of their conversation. Bryan is a wealth of knowledge on all things mountain hunting and this episode covers cartridge selection, rifles, shooting, and optics systems for international mountain hunting. --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best managed co...

In this episode, Adam sits down with Kendall Card, of Crispi USA to talk about… you guessed it, boots. This isn't just a Crispi ad, as they go deep on different aspects of mountain boots, and how to find the one that's right for YOU. www.crispius.com @crispihunting --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best managed conservation organization on the planet...

In this episode, Nolan sits down with Bryan Martin of Asian Mountain Outfitters. Bryan is a wealth of knowledge on all things mountain hunting and covers the client guide relationship, expectations, trophy quality, and dealing with international travel. www.asianmountainoutfitters.com @asianmountainoutfitters --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best ma...

On this episode, Adam's back as the host to visit with Brandon Lilly to discuss his journey and transformation from being a world renowned powerlifter to the man he is today. From mistakes to mindset and COVID-19 to fatherhood, this one covers a LOT of material. @brandonlilly3 @sorinex @peaceloveandmeat ---------------------------   If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best manage...

In this episode, Nolan sits down with Alpacka Raft's founder and CEO, Thor Tingey. Long-distance overland travel, early days hyperthermia, packraft access chukar hunting...   Thor is a legend in the packrafting community, and from his stories, you can see why. www.alpackaraft.com --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best managed conservation organizatio...