KIFARUCAST

Aron is joined by two of the top testers and tinkers in the archery game. Troy Fowler a.k.a the (self-proclaimed) Ranch Fairy and Cody Greenwood of the TradLab talk with Aron about the ins-and-outs of just about everything arrow tuning. If you are looking to have a question answered about what arrow you should be shooting with your setup, this is the podcast for you. Not a stone is left unturned i...

Frank, David, and Aron are joined by Issac Aleman today and give a recount of an unexpected and unforgettable adventure in the tundra of the Alaska. Between bear sightings and encounters and the gastro-intestinal interruptions this trip had it all, including huge bull caribou. To hear the full story give this one a listen and look out for the first full-length Kifaru film of the year in Barren Gro...

After an epic Elk adventure in the backcountry of Colorado Aron, Frank, Mike Herne, and South Cox all come together to discuss what happened. Lots of great stories and lessons learned, plus the dos and don'ts of packing with llamas. Join the guys as they tell stories of stickbow hunting deep in the woods with a great bunch of guys getting it done! With plenty more hunting still on the schedule for...

Sit back and enjoy some of our favorite past Kifarucast clips   Aron and Frank are in full swing with hunting season and will be back soon with some hunt recaps!

Frank and Aron sit down today to go over their most recent Mule Deer hunt in the Colorado high country. They recount the trials and tribulations of "solo" backpack hunting in the mountains; rain, other hunters, steep cliffs and loud hikers just to name a few. Frank was ultimately successful in his quest to get a nice buck this year, while Aron tried holding out for a mature deer. With plenty more...

A short but sweet one today, Aron goes over the new equipment that he is using and why he made the shift. Lots of common questions are answered, keep an eye out for the recap of how all this performed while Frank and Aron chased high country Mule deer.   Did you like this episode? If you like what you hear go over to our Patreon and check out our levels of support, it helps up keep the lights on.

On today's episode Matt Yacca joins Aron and guest, Cody Covey, to discuss his recent victory in the 137th USA Archery Target Open. Really fun listen as the guys talk the win and the pressure that is on someone at his level. Topics include where you priorities lay; in hunting or target archery, Matts bow and arrow setup and his future plans for tournaments and hunting adventures.   Did you like th...

On today's episode Julie Bergen owner of OCD Strings joins Aron to dive deep into her bow strings. They get into the technical aspects of how her strings are made including, the materials, techniques and modifications. Julie is an accomplished archer and ex-flute maker, with a eye for detail and a passion for making some the best traditional archery strings money can buy. Go check out her website...

Aron is joined by the man that taught him a lot of the information and sayings that he knows today, Bill Pellegrino. Bill is the owner of The Archery Hut in Colorado Springs, one of the premiere pro shops in the state of Colorado. They sit down and discuss a wide range of topics, including how Bill got into archery and his road to becoming one of the more influential members of the community. Plus...

One of the more asked for and anticipated guests, Troy Fowler also known as "The Ranch Fairy" joins Aron today on in-depth dive into tuning. Better known for his YouTube channel Troy dives deep into arrow tuning, FOC, and extreme arrow weights. In this episode he and Aron get after it discussing all the pros and cons, plus common pit-falls of tuning your bow and arrow set-up. They squash myths and...

On today's episode Frank and Aron sit down with Dr. Abigail Lara and discuss mental health, not a topic you'd expect to be discussed here. Whether it's the amount of sleep you're getting or issues you've yet to resolve, having a clear mind and an open heart can make a huge difference. Clearing your mind and getting some sleep could be the difference between being successful and not hacking it when...

On a stellar episode today Aron and Frank are joined by the great South Cox , they dive right many topics. Ranging from the essential skills needed to be successful when hunting high country Mule Deer to a run down of what's new with Stalker Stickbows . You won't want to miss this information packed episode with one of the pioneers of shooting and making traditional bows! South Cox’s interest in a...

For todays episode John Barklow joins Aron and Frank to discuss gear and training for the backcountry. They go over the fine balance between being over-trained and under-geared with being under-trained and over-geared and how to find the sweet spot. The guys also discuss their future hunting plans and what gear they intend on bringing, with tons of great advice and some silly jokes they give even...

A departure from the normal guest on the Kifarucast, Aron and Frank sit down with Dr. Caroline Nelson today. Dr. Caroline is dedicated to providing chiropractic and wellness care to individuals from all walks of life. The guys talk about how you can use alternative (to surgery) techniques to give your body more range of motion and strength while being pain free. Not all chiropractors are created t...

Cody Greenwood and Aron sit down and go through how to get into traditional archery: what bows, risers, limbs, arrows, broadheads they recommend at all different price points. If you are interested in getting into the world of traditional archery this is the podcast to take a listen to. Cody in his free time enjoys hunting and competing with Traditional Archery gear . His career is centered around...

On todays episode Frank and Aron are joined by Kevin Owens . He is the director of Fieldcraft North Carolina and runs courses on how to shoot long range, protect your home, and many others. The guys discuss Kevin's background as well as diving into topics such as hunter preparation , MOA vs. MRAD, the 6.5 creedmoor and man buns, plus much more. Kevin Owens grew up in Ireland where he served in the...

Greg Poole joins Aron today to talk about the differences and the crossovers of tournament archery shooting and "for-fun" archery shoots. Between TAC (Total Archery Challenge), Mountain Archery Fest, and multiple other local and nation wide events, there has been a boom in "for-fun" archery shoots, all the while archery tournaments have seen their numbers dwindle. Aron and Greg discuss what is the...

Recently Evan and his company were profiled in a New York Times article, which was penned to show Evan in a light that was counter to what he actually supports. Because of the dishonest way Evan was portrayed in the article a huge amount of blacklash was thrown his way. Aron, Frank, and Evan dispel all the rumors and hearsay in this episode. Evan Hafer is the founder and CEO of Black Rifle Coffee...

Eddie Gallagher joined the Navy at age 19. All he wanted to do was fight for his country and become a United States Navy SEAL. For almost 20 years, he did both (15 of those years in the SEAL Teams), earning a stellar reputation along the way. Eddie deployed 8 times, including to war zones in Africa, Iraq, and Afghanistan. In 2014, Chief Gallagher was named the Sailor of the Quarter and then Sailor...

Aron is joined by Trevon Stoltzfus , David DeAustin , and Tanner Vernon to discuss photography.  They hit on multiple topics; lighting and how to use it, how to set up a shot, when and where to use specific equipment and so much more.  If you're interested in getting into photography or getting better at the photos you take in the field this episode is packed with great information.   Go check out...

Aron is joined by Danny McCarthy today, who is one of the most talented and experienced 3D archers in America.  They sit down and discuss, Danny's awards and accolades, how he got into the world of target archery and dive into the technical aspects of his archery setup.  Some of the topics they cover are peeps, scopes, releases, shot process, FOC and making sure you set up your tools for what you...

The moral of this episode: know your gear, know your skills, get out there.

Ty Depung and Scotti Campbell were in town for the Best of the Best Tournament here in Colorado.  A solid hour and a half of hunting stories ensued.  Enjoy!

Wesley and Omni Warner join the podcast to highlight their new final approach GULO Stalkers.  Aron had a chance encounter with Wesley and Omni in the mountains of Colorado on a mule deer hunt which led to a lasting friendship and legendary hunting tales. Wesley Warner GULO OUTDOORS was started by brothers Wes and Omni born out of passion for hunting the great outdoors.  We have created a handcraft...

Donald Trump Jr. joins the podcast for a robust conversation about the future of hunting, and a myriad of other current affairs. Field Ethos Journal We’re outdoor adventure seekers with hunting, fishing, travel and conservation at the center of our DNA.  For too long mainstream media and corporations have defined the narratives of time in the field.  Our Journal is changing that.  We’re giving a v...