PNWild Podcast

Zack heads south to chat with buddy Paul from Ultimate Pursuit! Paul runs a great Instagram page and has some AWESOME films on his youtube channel you need to be sure to check out. He is a SW Washington guy through and through and loves chasing bugling rosies in the jungle of the Westside. We go over a bunch of tips and tactics for shed hunting and archery hunting bulls in the thick logging road c...

Jeff and Zack chat the 2026 roadmap for PNWild and all the new cool gear were trying out! Enjoy this episode. with the guys chatting whats new for the 2026 hunting season! Hunting optics, bows, rifles and calibers! Enjoy this episode. LINKS: KUIU GEAR -  https://kuiu.sjv.io/GK1o7m EXO MOUNTAIN GEAR -  https://exomtngear.com?ref=4 VORTEX OPTICS -  https://alnk.to/cSJYlok MARSUPIAL GEAR -  https://a...

Jeff and Zack have the opportunity to sit down and chat with Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife Ungulate Section Manager Kyle Garrison and Ungulate Specialist William Moore to get a debrief on all things Washington Ungulates, herd numbers, and chat about the OTC vs Draw Only system changes that could be proposed in the next few years. We are very thankful to them for stepping out on...

In this ultra-long episode we dive deep into the weeds about what a draw only system in Washington could look like with returning guest Jacob Villasenor. Pros and Cons and play a lot of hypotheticals out between ourselves. In a perfect world, it might make a lot of sense but in the state of things here in Washington right now....maybe not! Let us know what you think down in the comments!   LINKS:...

This episode is quite different than any previous episodes as it is a bunch of small podcasts all put together to really wrap up our experience at the Pacific Calls Turkey Rodeo talking with a handful of successful turkey hunters who were hoping to win a prize! Plus we talk to the 2 time defending Rodeo Champ Brad Lunde. It's a super fun weekend and event in general and we think this episode highl...

Jeff, Zack and OG PNWild member Jacob Villasenor catch up and discuss whitetail food plots and what native browse mule deer want and when they want it! Learn how to target different food sources to be more successful finding deer while scouting and during hunting seasons.    LINKS: KUIU GEAR -  https://kuiu.sjv.io/GK1o7m EXO MOUNTAIN GEAR -  https://exomtngear.com?ref=4 VORTEX OPTICS -  https://al...

Zack sits down with good buddy and fitness guru Jared Thomas from Peaked Out Adventures and Rova Performance. They get into the nitty gritty when it comes to working out for a purpose, living an overall healthy life, and why staying active is so important to your mental health! Give this one a watch/listen and give Jared a follow if you are interested in a personal trainer! @PeakedOutAdventures an...

You want to hear a badass story about a 200" mule deer being taken in Wyoming deep in the backcountry? This is the episode for you! Zack sits down with our buddy Dalton Graven from MTN2MTN media and llamas to get the full story behind his giant buck and how and why they got into the llama business! Super fun convo and some cool information about backcountry llamas, and giant mule deer! You can wat...

The brand new 2026 big game regulations for Washington state have been released. Jeff and Zack get together to break down what they see different in this years regulations compared to previous years, talk strategy, management structures, and numbers! There is some good, some bad, and some ugly! Give this episode a listen, and learn how we break down the regulations and tag allocations!   LINKS: KU...

Conservation Coalition members Dane Czarnecki and Jerry Lowdermilk join Zack live on location in Leavenworth, Wa during the BHA led black bear bonanza to talk about ALL the hot button items happening within the Game Commission of Washington State. There is a big meeting coming up this week in Olympia, Wa. The main days are Friday April 17th and Saturday April 18th. You can and should sign up to sp...

Zack recaps his 2025 Oregon blacktail hunt with Anthony Strangis. Anthony was kind enough to have Zack come down to hunt the mountain Anthony has grown up hunting his entire life. Anthony was a massive reason to why Zack was successful on this hunt with a truly unique blacktail buck of a lifetime! The guys talk through blacktail tips, tactics, and strategies they used on this hunt. So if you are a...

This episode features return guest Josh Kirchner. We have been longtime friends with Josh and always love getting to catch up with him. Josh and Zack have a great conversation covering a ton of different topics. Josh not only is an avid bowhunter, videographer and author, but also helps out with Argali , one of our favorite companies in the industry! Please sit back and enjoy this episode which yo...

In this episode, Zack sits down with good buddy Kaden to recap their Wyoming Antelope hunt from October of 2025. This was Kaden's first antelope hunt so he gives his perspective as a first time goat hunter and only Zack's second. The guys had an awesome hunt and can't recommend getting out on an Antelope hunt more!   LINKS: KUIU GEAR -  https://kuiu.sjv.io/GK1o7m EXO MOUNTAIN GEAR -  https://exomt...

In this episode Zack sits down with TJ, one of the owners of the Northwest Mountain Challenge, live from the Washington Sportsman's show to talk in depth about what the Northwest Mountain Challenge is and what people can expect in 2026. We will be at the Crystal Mountain, and it will be our first time at one of these big 3D archery shoots! We are stoked to get up there and hope to see a lot of fol...

Hey guys and gals were back! In this quick episode Jeff breaks down show season and our plan for early 2026! Come join us at the Washington sportsmans show in Puyallup Washington 1/28-2/1 Lots of fun stuff and great booths to visit! We will see you guys at the show! Enjoy this quick episode!    CHECKOUT OUR YOUTUBE BELOW! https://www.youtube.com/@PNWild/videos SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL http...

I n this episode we recap Bobs slam dunk of the season, His giant OTC public land white tail hunt from Idaho. This buck was a truly magical moment for the guys, Bob has struggled all season and it finally came together at the very end of the year on the last hunt of the season!! Enjoy this episode!      CHECKOUT OUR YOUTUBE BELOW! https://www.youtube.com/@PNWild/videos SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHA...

I n this episode we recap the 2025 modern deer season where Jeff bags his biggest bear ever! The chocolate monster during an october rifle deer hunt, as well as 3 other rifle deer stories! All from general rifle season in Washington state! Hunting Washington state can be very frustating, but sometimes it can surprise you with some amazing success!  Cheers guys and thanks for 200 amazing episodes o...

In this episode Jeff, Josh and Colin are re capping Jeffs recent Wyoming rifle elk hunt. The fellas are driving home and re living the hunt! Enjoy this episode!      CHECKOUT OUR YOUTUBE BELOW! https://www.youtube.com/@PNWild/videos SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL https://www.youtube.com/c/PNWild   FOR GOHUNT use code  PNW  thise code will give you $50 in GOHUNT Shop credit when you purchase an I...

In this episode Jeff and Zack are recapping 13 days of elk hunting in Utah for Jeffs limited entry archery elk tag. This hunt was absolutley insane! Enjoy this hunt recap!    CHECKOUT OUR YOUTUBE BELOW! https://www.youtube.com/@PNWild/videos SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL https://www.youtube.com/c/PNWild   FOR GOHUNT use code  PNW  thise code will give you $50 in GOHUNT Shop credit when you purc...

In this episode Jeff and Zack are recapping 8 days of elk hunting in Utah for Jeffs limited entry archery elk tag. This hunt was absolutley insane! Enjoy this hunt recap!    CHECKOUT OUR YOUTUBE BELOW! https://www.youtube.com/@PNWild/videos SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL https://www.youtube.com/c/PNWild   FOR GOHUNT use code  PNW  thise code will give you $50 in GOHUNT Shop credit when you purch...

In this episode Zack talks with Kelsey Ross of the Conservation Coalition of Washington. They talk about the ongoing issues with the commission, positive trends and keeping that momentum on our side, and exposing the financial backing of Washington Wildlife First (a major anti-hunting organization). We have to stay informed, engaged, and active as the hunting and fishing community to keep what we...

In this episode Zack sits down with Mike McLean from Apex Next Evolution. They get into the details on Mike's background as a hunter, guide, and in the supplement industry. Mike is also a guide with Hill Guides & Outfitters in Colorado. Mike was fortunate enough to kill 4 200" bucks 4 years in a row, yes, you read that right! The dude is a wealth of knowledge and a whole lot of fun to talk hunting...

In this episode Zack talks with Ryan Krapp, the conservation coordinator for the Pacific Northwest Regions of the Mule Deer Foundation and Blacktail Deer Foundation. They cover how to get involved, what our deer herds need from us, ongoing and future projects for both organizations.    CHECKOUT OUR YOUTUBE BELOW! https://www.youtube.com/@PNWild/videos SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL https://www.y...

In this finale epsidoe Jeff and the boys are all together on a labor day weekend fall bear / deer hunting trip in eastern washington! The fellas recap fall bear hunting season thus far and whats to come over the next few weeks! Enjoy this episode!  www.pnwild.com      Use Code PODCAST At Checkout!  CHECKOUT OUR YOUTUBE BELOW! https://www.youtube.com/@PNWild/videos SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL...

In this finale epsidoe Jeff is talking with the one and only GRITTY, Mr. Brian Call. Brian is a decorated hunter and an amazing creator and influencer. Brian has built the Gritty brand to be a pillar in our industry. Enjoy this episode as Jeff and Brian deep dive into all things archery elk hunting!      Gritty Films Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@GrittyFilmProductions Gritty Podcast - https:/...