First Generation Bowhunter

Listen in on three things you should try in your training and your next hunt. First, we got a great listener submission from Mark Evans, appreciate his thoughts on finding distance between you and multiple trees/objects to memorize the distances in your area without having to use your rangefinder in the moment of releasing an arrow. Next, try smoking venison and wrapping it in foil on your next hu...

Joining me on the show is Brigg Neilson, an endurance mountain biking athlete who brings really solid knowledge for training and recovery that is very applicable to bowhunting. Brigg has a strong 10 year experience in what he calls a 'hobby' and what I call 'legit master athleticness'. Listen in to help refine how you train and get ready for bowhunting to make sure you're sustaining your energy to...

Let's talk optics. I've gone through many different systems and approaches to not only what binos and range finder I use but how I use them. In this episode I share what chest packs I've tried and how to practice with your system to determine if it's right for you. In this episode I mention Badlands, Vortex, Hawke, Black Ovis and Bushnell, I do not have relationships with these brands as of the ti...

Early on, I learned the importance of hunting etiquette both on the trail and online. Even with my own family I learned how to be thoughtful of sharing my hunting stories with my kids and wife. In this episode I share a tips on how to share your hunting stories and interact with non-hunters the right way. Let me know if you'd add to this by DMing me on Instagram @adam_buchanan.  This is a rea...

Ever head out to the field think the deer are just gonna flock to you as you whisper sweet nothings into the air? Yeah, me neither. Can't tell you how many times I've gone out and seen absolutely nothing. But that's good! That's information! In this episode, learn how to find animals to hunt and how to go after them. Main thing is spend as much time out in the outdoors as possible, learning patter...

How much weight should you be pulling on your bow? The maximum amount or the minimum? You've got to find what is right for you and in this episode I share a few ways to increase your poundage but also share that it's not just about maxing out your bow, you've got to do what's right for your setup. Listen in and let me know what you're currently pulling and what you'd like to increase that to.&nbsp...

In this episode I answer a question from a listener and good friend of mine, Taylor, who asks about what type of bow to start out with. I share my journey of what products I've tried over the years. It's been an evolution for sure and have learned a lot over the years on what brands and gear work best for me. I hope this episode provides some value to you as you think about what direction you want...

When you're in literally thousands of dollars, you've burned PTO to be in the field, and you don't see animals - you will need to lean on your purpose to get you through those discouraging times. In this episode I share my three reasons why I bowhunt: 1. Self-reliance 2. Return to our primitive nature 3. Providing organic meat for the family Share yours! On spotify, fill out the poll and I'd like...

After many years of mixed success and frustration, I finally got an opportunity to get a shot at an animal. My nerves got the best of me though and I completely missed my target. I was crushed. As I reflected on what happened I realized my breathing was all over the place, my heart rate spiked, I got way too excited, and forgot all my routine of shooting an arrow.  I was pissed at myself.&nbs...

Welcome to First Generation Bowhunter! In this episode I give an introduction of myself and how this show is going to help shave years off your learning curve as you're getting started into bowhunting. Look forward to interviews with experts, stories from the field, tactics on how to get success, and gear reviews. I'm Adam Buchanan and I am a First Generation Bowhunter and I'm proud to bring you t...