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Matt Kane from Hunt the Top joins us today to cover pack goats for the backcountry - choosing your hunting partner(s) wisely and how to lead your family with biblical values in today's chaotic world. Follow Hunt the Top on Instagram and YouTube   The Elk Collective Website Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: Wilderness Athlete 30% off your next purchase, use the discount code elkshape30 ...

We are talking with former archery pro shop owner and avid ultra-marathon runner Cory Miller of PSE.  We are discussing how he came down with Rhabdomyolysis from exercising and ways to prevent this from happening.  Follow Corey on Instagram The Elk Collective Website Link to the Wilderness Athlete Increase Your Bow Draw Strength Program Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: Wilderness Athl...

Imagine picking up the best set of elk sheds (380+) and stumbling upon a wolf den full of brand new pups that cannot open up their eyes, and their mom just a few feet away... Today we're recording with Scott Salmon out of Washington state.  He's a blue collar family man with pure fire for elk hunting and shed hunting.  We discuss lots of fun topics on today's podcast and even go over his limited e...

Brian Barney from Ennis, Montana is a world class public land bowhunter.  He is an exceptional archer, fly fisherman and husband/father.  He's extremely talented but also hard working.  We dive into his mindset and how he prepares for hunting season each fall. Follow Brian on Instagram LINK to his PODCAST The Elk Collective Website Link to the Wilderness Athlete Increase Your Bow Draw Strength Pro...

Today we are learning from a successful entrepreneurial elk hunter family man named Kyle Ostrand.  His desire to succeed is undeniable and we dive into his best practices as a former guide and how that molded his approach for killing big bulls out west. Follow Kyle on Instagram The Elk Collective Website Link to the Wilderness Athlete Increase Your Bow Draw Strength Program Listeners of the ElkSha...

Today we are announcing the launch of the Elk Collective with Jason Phelps, Dirk Durham and Jon Gabrio. Follow The Elk Collective on Instagram The Elk Collective Website Link to the Wilderness Athlete Increase Your Bow Draw Strength Program Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives: Wilderness Athlete 30% off your next purchase, use the discount code elkshape30   Vortex Optics 20% off Apparel,...

Today we're conducting a LIVE Q&A session with campers from the ElkShape Camp Colorado Camp.  We have Dirk Durham, Aron Snyder, Jeff Bynum, and Frank Peralta on the panel.  The audience is asking several elk related questions and the entire squad gives their perspective. Follow Kifarucast on Instagram The Elk Collective Website Link to the Wilderness Athlete Increase Your Bow Draw Strength Program...

Chris Jackson is a die hard elk hunter from Southeast Washington.  He's also the owner of Solvid camera systems that allow you to self film your own hunts.  We also learn about his run in with the Meateater Inc. crew while elk hunting in Washington state.  This is a fun episode chalked full of little nuggets of elk knowledge bombs.  You can watch the Meateater Inc. episode we refer to via Netflix,...

2020 elk season plans are starting to take place so today we record with Ben Gorman to better understand elk hunting tactics and scouting.  We go over some of his proven tactics when it comes to scouting for elk and making several plans to execute come fall. Ben owns and operates Shednecks Apparel & Gear Brand as well as Hunt Planner for the state of Wyoming. Follow Ben on Instagram Link to the Wi...

Elk hunting in Washington State is very difficult.  You have to choose which side of the state you want to hunt (East or West).  Then you have to choose your exclusive weapon (Archery, Muzzleloader, or Rifle).  Seasons are very short compared to other states out west.  Draw odds are bleak for residents and nonresidents have to buy an elk tag/license just to be able to apply.  There's a lot of room...

Today we bring on Dirk Durham aka The Bugler and get to know his outlook for the 2020 elk season.  We even go LIVE on Instagram and answer questions and go over tactics.  Dirk is a great family man and elk assassin.  It's always fun to chat all things elk hunting and get to know him even better. Follow Dirk on Instagram or check out his YouTube Channel. Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives...

Today we record on the road driving back home from a bomb run bear hunt, my good buddy Jake Webb jumps on the podcast to share how he's basically crushed the elk hunting learning curve.  Jake is a father and blue collar hard working elk hunter who has punched elk tags in Montana two years in a row.  We dissect his approach to solo elk hunting in the backcountry, his gear failures and successes, an...

E Scouting is basically a relatively new approach to understanding your potential elk areas via a desktop computer.  Rather than waiting for the snow to melt in your elk areas so you can get boots on the ground, why not utilize a computer and explore new elk areas.  Unfortunately, there's often a bit of confusion when the subject comes up, so, today we bring on subject matter expert Mark Livesay o...

Today we explore the digital mapping platform BASEMAP with their business developer Ed Gramza.  We pour over their layering features from the desktop to mobile application versions.  Ed is from Wisconsin and previously worked at onXhunt and now is a integral part of the BASEMAP team.  We talk best practices from a digital scouting perspective. Follow BASEMAP on Instagram here Wilderness Athlete ha...

George Bettas holds a PhD from Washington State University, has elk hunted over 50 years, and has held several influential positions with conservation agencies such as Boone & Crockett, The Mule Deer Foundation, Chair of the Board for the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, and contributing editor of Western Hunter magazine.  Today we talk about the history of elk hunting from Montana to the state of W...

Yes we are sitting down with Kyle Douglas, the 23 year old phenom who just recently won the 2002 Vegas Shoot - The largest and most prestigious indoor archery tournament in the World.  Kyle is also a bowhunter who loves elk hunting so today we record on all things the Vegas shoot, technical archery for bowhunting and backcountry elk hunting tactics. Follow Kyle on Instagram here Wilderness Athlete...

We record a conversation with Austin Caldwell aka CALI BOWHUNTER who resides in the Bay Area.  We learn his story growing up in an archery shop, his bowhunting adventures in California and his amazing body transformation. Follow CALI BOWHUNTER on Instagram here Wilderness Athlete has a SPECIAL OFFER for our listeners: 30% off your next purchase, use the discount code elkshape30   LINK to ElkShape...

Today we are exploring best practices when it comes to fitness and insuring your shoulders are bulletproof.  We're interviewing Christian Williams of Archery Strong on his fitness and injury prevention programs. We get to know his story as a fitness professional and die hard whitetail hunter from Pennsylvania.    Follow Archery Strong on Instagram here Wilderness Athlete has a SPECIAL OFFER for ou...

Well today is a bonus cast with my buddy Dave who co-owns Bakcou eBikes out of Utah.  We shoot the breeze, talk about his hunting adventures and how they started an eBike company.  We dive into the different types of bikes out there, and how they can enhance your hunting adventures. Follow Bakcou on Instagram here Wilderness Athlete has a SPECIAL OFFER for our listeners: 30% off your next purchase...

Sitting down with John Barklow of Sitka Gear today and discussing how he keeps his mental preparedness edge.  We discuss best practices for year round preparation and detour into some fun rabbit holes.  This is a solid listen.  You can certainly follow along John's adventures on Instagram HERE. Wilderness Athlete has a SPECIAL OFFER for our listeners: 30% off your next purchase, use the discount c...

We record with Dave Beronio of R&K Outfitters and break down how to hunt elk throughout the different phases of the rut.  Dave is a ball of fire and motivation, his energy is contagious and he drops knowledge bombs on elk hunting out west.  This is a great listen!  Follow along Dave's adventures on Instagram HERE. Wilderness Athlete has a SPECIAL OFFER for our listeners: 30% off your next purchase...

20 minute Podcast (Bonus) to talk about the current situation and how elk hunters can take advantage of the extra time at home.   Wilderness Athlete has a SPECIAL OFFER for our listeners: 30% off your next purchase, use the discount code elkshape30   LINK to ElkShape Camp Online | Discount code available in the episode LIVE ElkShape Camps 7.0 La Crosse, WI - Registration is open, LINK 8.0 Denver,...

We get the honor of chatting with a local north Idaho badass Tom Schneider of Stuck N The Rut - these guys have one of my favorite YouTube channels for the outdoors.  Their content is very real and authentic, plus they're a bunch of killers.  They get it done year after year and we have the opportunity to talk about how wolf hunting is a very doable thing for anyone willing to make time for it.  T...

We are busting out a BONUS episode today breaking down all the hot elk hunting topics we just covered at ElkShape Camp Texas.  My co-host today is Jeff Bynum, an elk hunting addict and financial wizard.  We go over topics today on how to screen a potential elk hunting partner, areas to be working on in the off-season, and some real practical advice on how to WIN THE DAY when it comes to elk prepar...

Let's break down Colorado elk hunting opportunities with Garth Jenson of Huntin' Fool.  There's some big changes to go over and some unheard of approaches to cover.  Garth is arguably one of the best resources to explore Colorado's elk hunting opportunities. Wilderness Athlete has a SPECIAL OFFER for our listeners: 30% off your next purchase, use the discount code elkshape30   Follow Garth on Inst...