The Guide Sessions

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Dan Collins @hardway_outdoors with Hardway Outdoors. Dan hunts and fishes across the nation, however, he calls Pennsylvania home. He has taken his passion for outsmarting trout and guides people on waters throughout the state. In this episode we learn about art of teaching fishing, electro-shock studies, lea...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Court Gordon with Live Wild Outfitters @live_wild_outfitters. Court is a lifelong resident of Oregon and has hunted the back country since grade school. He took his experience and passion for hunting the backcountry and started an outfitting business. Live Wild Outfitters focuses on providing an adventure ch...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Bob Terwilliger @bobt756 with Budge’s Wilderness Lodge @budgeslodge. Bob has made the best of his “second career” as a back country elk and fly-fishing guide and shows no sign of slowing down despite being in his mid-60’s. He is a wealth of knowledge and has been built by sweat and grit in the Colorado mount...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Andrew Marlin of The Dry Ground Podcast. Andrew is a life-long resident of Arizona who is just getting his start in his guiding career. He is gearing up for his first Javelina season this coming January. In this episode we cover everything from Javelina to doves. We will learn about tactics for javelina, mul...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Josh Miller @joshpgh with Trout Yeah guide service @troutyeahguideservice. Josh has traveled the world fishing with Fly Fishing team USA and coaching the Youth Fly Fishing team USA. Our schedules finally crossed and we were able to connect for this episode. Josh is not only passionate about trout, he is pass...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Kyle Windquist @backcountry_kyle with AEI Outfitters. AEI specializes in elk, mule deer, mountain goat, moose hunting and fly fishing in the Taylor Park area of Colorado. Kyle is a passionate elk guide who loves the high country. As with most good guides, Kyle is always learning and adapting to over come any...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Emily Head with Slippery Winds Wilderness Lodge @slipperywinds. Emily is a fishing and waterfowl guide north of the border up in Canada. Emily takes pride in doing it Mother Natures’ way. She talks about the importance of instilling confidence, staying calm, fishing for the lake grand slam, staying warm on t...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Zach Bowman. Zach is a former back country hunting guide turned author who recently publish his first book titled “Mountain Drifter – Hunting Camp Adventures From Wyoming’s Thorofare”. Zach has numerous stories and experiences that we all can learn from. Zach and Jim discuss hunting by horseback, the uniquen...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Tony Taranto @guidealaska. Tony specializes in guiding dall sheep and grizzlies in Alaska. We will learn about life in the Alaskan bush, learning curve on sheep, affects guiding has on the body, close encounters with grizzly, surviving rafting incidents, charging bears, how sheep hunting gets in your blood a...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Wade Skeen of Skeen Gundogs and Outfitters @skeenoutfitters. Skeen Outfitters specializes in waterfowl hunts in Kansas. They also help hunters train their dogs to be champion retrievers. Wade is passionate about his job as a guide, training dogs, and providing a memorable waterfowl hunting experience. We wil...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Chase Nash of Nash Outdoor media @nash.outdoor.media . Chase is a young gun fishing guide in Central New York. He has taken his knowledge of all the Central New York fisheries paired it with his passion to have a great time on the water to start guiding others for trout, salmon and steelhead. We will learn h...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Koby Howell of 5 Star Outfitters @5_star_outfitters . 5 Star Outfitters specializes in GIANT whitetail deer, turkeys and exotics in Texas. They treat people like family and provide an unforgettable experience for the young through the old. We will learn about what it takes to raise giants, importance of fiel...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Justin Dubay of Kokanee Guide Service @kokanee_guide_service who has been guiding in Alaska for the last 25 years. Justin focuses on dall sheep and grizzlies. He has built a reputation of the guide who gets the job done by providing his clients a safe and memorable experience. We will learn about how grizzli...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Ray Andreu of R and J Outfitters @randjoutfitters. R and J Outfitters specializes in trophy whitetail deer in Missouri. Ray is passionate about guiding and providing hunts of a lifetime by understanding his clients skills and preferences. We will learn about chasing a dream, benefits of helping strangers, ma...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Greg ‘Griz’ Turner of Raven’s Throat Outfitters @ravensthroatoutfitters. Raven’s Throat Outfitters offers remote wilderness hunts for dall sheep, moose, mountain caribou and wolves up in the north west territory in Canada. We will learn about hunting with horses, navigating at night, patience and time manage...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Ben Myhre @wildlifewestben of Wildlife West Inc. specializes in hunting mule deer on Catalina Island and Turkeys and pigs in Northern California. Ben is passionate about providing an entertaining and professional experience for his clients.  We will learn about hunting mule deer on an island, advantages of t...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Heather Kelly @heathertheresakelly who is the Founder of Heather’s Choice – Meals for Adventuring @heatherschoice. What people may not know is that Heather used to be a river guide in Alaska and Colorado. We will learn about the different river types people guide on, understanding the safety aspect of each r...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Toby Weaver of Antler Canyon Outfitters @antler_canyon_outfitters.llc which specializes in elk, cous deer, mule deer, and bears in Arizona and New Mexico. Toby is a glassing machine who consistently finds trophy animals for his clients. We will learn about learning from other outfitters, glassing strategies,...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Austin Atkinson @aaaoutdoors of Huntin’ Fool. In addition to being a hunt advisor, Austin takes time every fall to guide elk hunters in New Mexico and grizzlies and Dall sheep in Alaska. Over his years of guiding, he has acquired a wealth of experience and enjoys sharing them. Austin’s commitment to providin...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Steve Sherk of @sherksguideservice. Steve specializes in finding big bucks in the big woods of Pennsylvania. On this episode we pull the curtain back and take a behind the scenes look at Steve’s approach to guiding. We learn about his passion for being a sponge for knowledge and constantly growing his knowle...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by one of Jim’s old friends Ray Smith. Ray has “retired” from guiding; however, he has spent many years guiding turkeys and whitetails from Pennsylvania to Texas. During the conversation, we will learn about the highs and lows of being a guide, importance of maintaining your gear, living in the moment and enjoy...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Sarah Turner of Triple Crown Outfitters (TCO). TCO specializes in whitetail deer in Kentucky and Tennessee. They also help hunters fulfill their wild turkey grand slam win Florida, Kentucky, Texas, and New Mexico. Sarah is passionate about her job as a guide, educating kids and being a positive impact in the...

On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken is joined by Jonathan Bush of Grouse Mesa Outfitters in New Mexico. Jonathan is the man who took a chance on an unexperienced elk hunter from Pennsylvania and gave him the chance of a lifetime to be a guide. Jonathan’s tells us his journey from being a cowboy chasing cattle to starting his own elk hunting outfitter. We will learn about what...

On this episode of The Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken is joined by Jonathan Bush of Grouse Mesa Outfitters in New Mexico. Jonathan is the man who took a chance on an unexperienced elk hunter from Pennsylvania and gave him the chance of a lifetime to be a guide. Jonathan’s tells us his journey from being a cowboy chasing cattle to starting his own elk hunting outfitter. We will learn about what...

Welcome to the Guide Sessions Podcast! In this episode I will be discussing how the Guide Sessions got started, who I am, the type of people I plan to have on, and what you can expect on future episodes.  Also, you will learn how an unexperienced elk hunter from Pennsylvania started guiding elk in New Mexico. Additionally, you will hear some hunting stories and a few tips and tricks. Instagra...