Beyond the Kill

On this episode, Alaska resident and avid backcountry hunter, Paul Forward, shares some of the concerning conservation issues occurring in his home state, in particular in and around the world-famous Brooks Range.   The tension between economic development and opportunity and protecting the wild places and species that inhabit those wild places isn't new. The North American Model of Conservation p...

On this episode, founder and owner of Frontiersmen Gear , Tanner Dannish is back to talk about some of his Northern BC adventures from the 2025 hunting season, including a boat-based moose and goat hunt story that is especially entertaining.   Big T also covers some of the gear that impressed him over this season's hunts, how he approaches gear decisions, and more importantly how he chooses what c...

On this episode, James Nash returns to do what he does better than just about anyone in this community, and that's bring his immense curiosity to bear on a variety of topics.   You'll hear a harrowing hunting story from his first trip to Africa, his lessons learned over his elk guiding career, that to date, has resulted in roughly 150 bull elk tags cut, his perspectives on the gear that really mat...

On this episode, repeat guest Colton Bagnoli is back to share his absolute obsession with hunting Africa after yet another trip to South Africa and to give his honest and raw opinion on whether the new cartridges that have hit the market lately are actually worth considering.   "Pap" as he's better known doesn't mince words when it comes to why Africa is worth considering, regardless of your budge...

On this episode, Zack Boughton of Montana Wild returns to talk about the unique challenges of hunting antelope on the wide-open prairie, some of his recent elk hunting adventures, the current state of the influencer/ambassador/sponsored ecosystem, and why he thinks Leica has made the biggest leap in the premium glass market.   DUSTY TRAILS – MT ANTELOPE HUNT   @zackboughton   @montanawild     ----...

This episode originally went live a little over a year ago and it's one that could make the difference between an animal recovered and a hunt you'll relive for years and wonder what you could have done differently.   As hunters, we do our best to make a clean kill, but if you spend enough time chasing critters in the mountains and backcountry, it's inevitable that one day you'll end up with a trac...

Although it's prime time elk season for many of you, we know the muley fanatics have been getting after it as well.    If you haven't shifted focus to big mule deer bucks yet, that point in the season is fast approaching, and with that in mind, we're reposting a great discussion with a very successful BC-based mule deer hunter from roughly two years back.     If you haven't listened to this one, i...

For 100 years Leica has been synonymous with premium glass. From sporting optics to cameras and camera lenses, the most discerning customers and end users have relied on Leica for a very, very long time.   On this episode, Ryan Holm, Leica's Director of Marketing for Sport Optics, covers the deep and rich history of Leica as a brand and the company's many innovations in the optics space.    He als...

On this episode, Travis Bader of Silvercore Outdoors shares his insights on the state of Canadian gun culture based on his many years of experience navigating all aspects of the Canadian firearms regulatory system.   From media to politics and the importance of process and procedure in leveraging misunderstood opportunities in the Canadian system, there's a ton of great info in this podcast if you...

Mike Drury was originally on the show roughly 18 months ago, shortly after he founded Alpine Riflecraft and began building the kind of rifles he wanted to take into the mountains but couldn't find in any of the production models currently available.   Starting at just 4.5 pounds, these rifles are truly a mountain hunter's dream. They combine excellent balance and ergonomics in a package that seaml...

Dylan is a lifelong hunter and has been with onX for 10 years. He has seen the evolution of mapping and hunting software evolve from cards that had to be plugged into a handheld GPS device to the full featured apps we all know and use on our smart phones today.   To say things have changed would be an understatement.   On this episode, Dylan covers some of the new features within the onX platform...

Trail Kreitzer is one of those guys in the community that's absolutely worth listening to.   No posturing, no fluff, no hyperbole. Just measured, field-based experience and advice from years and years of Western big game hunting. As a consistently successful bowhunter season after season, he's the embodiment of commitment to his craft.   On this episode, Trail shares his thoughts on the intricacie...

A consistently successful hunter is almost always a very committed hunter. Being and staying committed solo or with your core hunting partners is one thing. Doing that with two very young kids in tow is a whole other matter.      On this episode, "Big Joe" shares the story of the truly monstrous bear his wife took this past spring bear season and how through dedication, commitment, planning, and a...

There is no shortage of options in the digital watch world today.   From watches loaded with more technological features than most people could ever hope to use to models and brands with basic weather and navigational capabilities included, there's a digital option to suit most budgets.   But where do we draw the line on tech reliance in the field? Especially when our phones and satellite messagin...

There are few people in this business more honest and respected than John Barklow.      From his ongoing efforts to educate hunters and mountain athletes on modern fieldcraft and survival skills, gear and techniques, to his decade long tenure with Sitka , John is leaving a mark on this community that will be felt for a very long time.     This conversation covers John's opinions on what fieldcraft...

  Whether  you're a seasoned backcountry hunter or someone looking to plan your first multi-day backpack hunting trip this upcoming season, Steve and his crew at EXO MTN GEAR have put together one of, if not the, best educational content libraries available today.   Steve was on the show almost exactly one year ago when they first began releasing material associated with what they called The Exper...

If you're a regular listener of this show, there's a strong chance you've come across The Code of the West on social media. It is one of the rare accounts that somehow manages to use the dopamine slot machine that is online media to tell stories, share lessons and ask questions that are sorely needed in today's day and age.   The founder, Chris Hunt, takes us deep inside the inspiration behind wha...

Now in their 50 th year, Crispi has a long history of crafting mountain boots with cutting edge technology and time-tested craftsmanship. No matter where you hunt or what you hunt, there's a Crispi hunting boot designed to serve your needs.      In this episode, Matt Ericksen of Crispi USA , takes us through all the new and updated models for the 2025 season, the balancing act between tradition an...

On this episode, Christian Schauf, the founder of Uncharted Supply Co , takes us inside the growth of his uniquely focused and positioned company, and the mission and ethos that has been at the core of their success.     Unlike a lot of the First Aid or preparedness products available today, Christian isn't just throwing a bunch of shit in a pouch and calling it a survival kit. He takes a very int...

It has been far too long since Caylen has been on the show. If you have even the slightest interest in precision shooting, you wo n't w ant to miss this episode.   Caylen is the founder of Modern Day Sniper and Modern Day Rifleman . He is a leading authority on developing one's skills with a rifle and the equipment needed to achieve the highest levels of precision, be that on game or in a competit...

This is a repost of an incredibly important episode we released more than a year ago. If you missed it, or are new to the show, it is worth checkin g out.   So much time and attention are devoted to the "cool" aspects of backcountry hunting prep. Shooting, gear, physical training, nutrition...the list could go on. But what happens when everything goes sideways, and you're faced with a no BS trauma...

Chris is one of those rare people in the industry that has truly seen it all.    After over thirty years spanning hunting retail, optics, TV, magazines, digital media, supplements and more hunts and species than most can dream of, Chris brings a perspective and breadth of experience to the podcast that is truly rare.    NOTABLE QUOTES:   "If you miss a long- ish range shot on animal and you don't...

Adam's joined by Nolan to debrief on a recent Coastal bear hunt where the opportunities were many, the fishing was solid, and the coolers came home full.  NOTABLE QUOTES:   " There's a picture of me where the look on my face is like I'd seen a ghost. That's how big this bear was. Biggest I've seen in my life."   @nmo   ---------------------------   DEALS & OFFERS:   OnX Maps is now available in Ca...

This episode features Aron Snyder of Born Primitive Outdoor and an in-depth look at the new Born Primitive Academy and their upcoming courses.   There's only so much you can learn online, and these courses will be indispensable for those looking to increase their skills, efficiency and effectiveness in the mountains.    NOTABLE GUEST QUOTES:   "I'm not gonna show people how to flip tires. What I a...

This episode features Brad Brooks, the founder of Argali Outdoors , one hell of a mountain/backcountry hunter, and an all around great dude.     We touch on the value of finding bite sized adventures when life demands more of our time, the long list of new gear Argali has launched since Brad was last on the show, and what it's like navigating an increasingly chaotic world and how that impacts busi...