ElkBros Blue Collar Elk Hunting

When you think about decision making skill and personal development, Elk hunting probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. But on today’s show, Joe & Gilbert join Ponch Rivera and Mark McGrath on their NO WAY OUT podcast and discuss the dynamic nature of elk hunting, drawing parallels between hunting strategies and leadership principles. They go deep into their elk hunting mindset and sha...

When you say someone is a killer at elk hunting...or just about anything in life...why is that? What is it that separates some elk hunters from the pack? Most guys feel like they hunt their butts off, but just aren’t able to consistently put it all together. They want to know why? What does it take?  Lightning might strike here and there, when the stars all align…. But what are others doing that t...

The FIRST EVER ElkBros Christmas Gift Idea List! Just Some of our favorite things that would make any elk hunter a happy camper! Look out Oprah, the boys have a list of their own! Eeeeeuuuugh! Louis Lamour’s The Walking Drum - https://a.co/d/fcUqoE5 Sissy Stix - Find at Black Ovis Pursuit Poncho - https://www.westernflycovers.com/product-page/pursuit-poncho Zulu6 HDX 12x42MM - sigsauer.com Cabelas...

This is the show where everyday elk hunters from all over the country are our stars! On today's episode of "Elk Camp Conversations", Joe talks with fellow New Mexican Dennis Bigas and gets a special treat with an amazing husband and wife elk hunt story that surprises even him! Her is your chance to learn from what went right, and even better, from what went wrong. This y'all is s real as it gets....

Just how important is knowing and understanding “Pace” during an elk hunt? When coaching elk hunters, it was pace that stood out as one of the more difficult and important aspects of the hunt for them to grasp, understand and know what to use. Pace in their calling… how often and how much when they do call. Pace in their movements through the woods, when to hurry up and slow down. Pace in reacting...

This is the show where everyday elk hunters from all over the country are our stars! On today's episode of "Elk Camp Conversations", Joe receives an Instagram DM from Mr. Chris Myers that started with "BULL DOWN JOE!" Both Joe & Gilbert double team Chris for an incredible and exciting story as Chris shares his journey. The highs, the lows, the lessons learned, practiced and what worked and what di...

Live from our ElkBros Adventures Elk Camp 2024! Hear the things that hunters with boots on the ground, being coached by Team ElkBros, find themselves learning. The very things we see and deal with over and over again when trying to take hunters to the next level. Insights, perspectives, and "ah-ha" moments for these everyday elk hunters that can be priceless in flattening your own learning curve....

On today's show ElkBros Coach Joe Giglia takes some time between hunts to have a conversation from the field. Joe talks about dealing with bulls that go quiet when close, Weather issues, morning and afternoon strategy issues, how proximity effects your call-ins, and other variables when hunting public land. Hope you enjoy the show! If you like what we do...PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO SUBSCRIBE, RATE a...

On today's show the crew is in the house and Joe is sweating like a hog that knows what’s for dinner! Why you say? Because it’s the ElkBros Elk Season Question & Answer show…And it is LIVE! Real questions…Live discussions… all the while having a blast interacting with live listeners! So throw out a special prayer for Joe and let’s get after it! If you like what we do...PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO SUBS...

On today's show we tackle the pile of ElkBros Mailbox questions that have been rolling in! We also introduce one of our ElkBros Coaches to our listeners. Chico Gallegos, a long time friend of Coach Joe Giglia, has been working and teaching hunters for the last year as an ElkBros Coach and he brings something special to the table. As a proud member of the Dulce Apache tribe, Chico and his way of ho...

Consistently successful elk hunting is about making the right decisions when it comes to finding, calling, when to press and when to hold. Decisions on responding, chasing, setting up and closing the deal. When you understand what drives elk behavior... their thought processes, instincts and the external forces that motivate them to act or react in a certain way, those decisions become easier. On...

Consistently successful elk hunting is about making the right decisions when it comes to finding, calling, when to press and when to hold. Decisions on responding, chasing, setting up and closing the deal. When you understand what drives elk behavior... their thought processes, instincts and the external forces that motivate them to act or react in a certain way, those decisions become easier. On...

Wanna know what Joe Giglia would do when it comes to elk hunting? Well y'all, Joe sits down for a one on one conversation and keeps it simple. His basic strategy tips and the reasons behind them. He talks calling strategy intertwined with elk behavior as well as ways for you to better your elk calling with a few tips and tricks. He also gives some advice for season prep that is short, to the point...

Consistently successful elk hunting is about making the right decisions when it comes to finding, calling, when to press and when to hold. Decisions on responding, chasing, setting up and closing the deal. When you understand what drives elk behavior... their thought processes, instincts and the external forces that motivate them to act or react in a certain way, those decisions become easier. On...

Just when is the best time to hunt elk in 2024? On today's show the fellas talk about all the variables and possibilities on deciding what days are best to hunt elk this year. Different perspectives, State thoughts, moon phases, holidays and estrus cycles. They even talk about the best 7, 5 or 3 day periods and how that might look different for a new elk hunter vs experienced hunters & why. So bre...

On today's episode, Dirk Durham talks about those things that an experienced elk hunter’s eyes sees, takes in , deciphers or connects to with the goal of helping others to “see” differently both before and during the season or even just anytime they are in the woods. Dirk talks about what he looks for, how they look… Situations, locations, sign, terrain, conditions, behaviors, etc. Enjoy the show!...

What if you could join the ElkBros around the campfire and ask any elk hunting question that comes to mind. An elk hunting Jam Session if you will! On today's episode, listener Scott Schwab joins the ElkBros to do just that! Scott has all kinds of questions that range from finding a hunting partner, sharing honey holes with a partner, to micro vs macro hunting, effective scouting tips and nuggets,...

One of the best tools in your elk hunting toolbox is a decoy. Combine a decoy with your calling and you have just satisfied the two out of the three senses that an elk depends on to make a decision. Many times, just what you need to convince a wary bull or turn a hung bull into a shot opportunity and punched tag. Danny Farris of Ultimate Predator Gear joins the crew to talk in-depth about elk hunt...

This is the show where everyday elk hunters from all over the country are our stars! On today's episode of "Elk Camp Conversations", Joe & Scott Schwab dig into the differences, biggest changes and thought processing it took for Scott to go from a successful rifle elk hunter to tagging his first archery elk. Such a great perspective full of information. Enjoy! Are you interested in being on "Elk C...

Joe & Gilbert talk calls, Idaho elk hunting tradition, techniques and tactics with Slayer CEO Bill Ayer and product innovation and development guru, Joe McCarthy. Folks, between Bill's 34 years of elk hunting experience and Joe's four generations of Idaho history chasing elk with family, friends and some of the top names in the industry, this is an episode you don't want to miss! Enjoy! Get 15% of...

Host Jesse Duebel of the "Ahi Va" podcast sits down with ElkBros Coach Joe Giglia to talk elk and ElkBros at the 2024 NM Outdoor Adventure Show in Albuquerque. Enjoy the episode! Listen to the Ahi Va Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ahi-va/id1565037849 If you like what we do...PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO SUBSCRIBE, RATE and REVIEW! BLUE COLLAR ELK HUNTING ACADEMY - https://elkbros.com/bl...

We break down all the questions that go through the head when it comes to setups. Main categories of concern or hesitation and some tips to overcome them. Scenarios and real life answers. And we get a surprise visit from Season 17 Naked & Afraid Star, our brother Cole Wilks. Don't miss this episode! This Week's ElkBros Mailbox Questions: How to deal with a bull replying with mews? What are some do...

This is the show where everyday elk hunters from all over the country are our stars! On today's episode of "Elk Camp Conversations", Joe received an email from Mr. Kyl May and gives him a call to talk about his 2023 elk hunt. Hear the story with all the highs, the lows, the lessons learned, practiced and what worked and what didn't. Are you interested in being on "Elk Camp Conversations"? If the E...

You might know him as Mr. Bow Hitch, but we know him as a great father, a passionate and successful hunter and someone that makes the world a better place. Armando and Joe Giglia talk about the tried and true gear that has become his goto’s while hunting elk and other species. They also talk about the biggest challenges Armando has seen for elk hunters during his years as a guide, his own personal...

The Diesing family definitely knows elk calling with multiple Champion titles and top 5 places. But as the Patriarch and with 35 elk under his belt, Tom Diesing Sr. absolutely knows how to call the critters with the best of them! Joe gets a chance to sit down with Tom at the International Sportsman's Expo and talk family, calling and hunting. There are plenty of nuggets in this one as Tom and Joe...