The Huntian Podcast

Spirits are high going into opening day of Wyoming archery deer season. I give some tips about handling pressure once a hunt starts and ready deer activity once a hunt begins. I give a breakdown of early season hunting gear. I also answer some Questions from Instagram. Enjoy! Social Media: @dustinwittwer @thehuntian Email: dustin@thehuntian.com

This episode I chat with Scott Facer. We met years ago at Scheels when I helped him setup his first compound bow. Fast forward and he's out killing monster bucks with a bow. Scott and I chat about what it's like being a dad, how to motivate your kids and keeping them interested in hobbies. Scott tells the story of smashing a trophy buck on a limited entry draw tag this season. Enjoy! Instagram: @t...

I continue with the Hunt Series episodes on my way to scout for mule deer in Wyoming. I also answer as many questions from an Instagram story. Enjoy! Instagram: @dustinwittwer @thehuntian Email: dustin@thehuntian.com

Jason and I do our best to answer your questions from Instagram. During the podcast, I have all my horses tied to a highline for the first time. It goes about how you would imagine. We still do our best to drop some mule deer knowledge. Enjoy! Instagram: @thehuntian @dustinwittwer @hubba_3

Tony spends more time than almost anyone I know trophy hunting the west during the fall. He provides some insightful tips, tactics, and strategies if you want to free up your fall and be successful doing it. Enjoy! Instagram: @thehuntian @dustinwittwer @tony_trietch Email: dustin@thehuntian.com

I kick off the 2024 Hunt Series with a recap of my first summer scouting trip to the high country. I check a spot I've been trying to get into for 2 years. I discuss why I went there, what I saw, and what I'm looking for on my next trip. Enjoy! Use code "podcast" at www.backpacklogistics.com for 20% off. Follow on Instagram: @thehuntian @dustinwittwer Email: dustin@thehuntian.com

This is a solo episode I ripped off on the way to my first scouting trip of the 2024 hunting season, specifically focusing on scouting season. Killing a big buck and killing a big buck on purpose are two different things, I'm finding. It's my main focus lately and one big accomplishment I haven't done many times. Good luck this summer! Instagram: @thehuntian @dustinwittwer @backpacklogistics  Emai...

We discuss grip and grins then bucks that got away! Travis rejoins the podcast to give some lessons learned chasing bucks over the years. We also weigh in on the social media topic of posting "grip and grins," and how it affects hunting. Enjoy! Instagram: @ntrlbrnhunter @dustinwittwer @thehuntian @finding.backcountry.podcast Email: dustin@thehuntian.com

David is one of the original gangsters of trophy mule deer hunting. He has forgotten more than most will ever see or know about big mule deer bucks. We discuss the "good 'ol days" and how mule deer hunting has changed over the years. We debate where mule deer hunting is going and what the future looks like. Enjoy! Instagram: @thehuntian @dustinwittwer @david_rydell_muley @finding.backcountry.podca...

I had a great conversation with Jason and Alyssa Younker from Mountain Built Mules. We discuss key differences between horses, mules, and even llamas! They give advice for new mule owners. Follow them on Instagram! Enjoy. Instagram: @mountain_built_mules @thehuntian @dustinwittwer @finding.backcountry.podcast

Chris aka the muledragger on Instagram joins the podcast. Chris has one of the most incredible mule pack strings that he's been fine tuning for decades. He jumps on to tell the story of how he got into dragging mules around the backcountry and how he uses them now. Enjoy! Instagram: @thehuntian @muledragger @dustinwittwer @finding.backcountry.podcast Email: dustin@thehuntian.com

Wyatt was the lucky winner of one of the Hunt Expo Bison permits in 2023. He jumps on to tell the story of hunting with my brother and killing an absolute GIANT bison after the hunt catches them by surprise and isn't as easy as they thought it might be. Enjoy! Instagram: @thehuntian @dustinwittwer @wyattmcevoy Email: dustin@thehuntian.com

Dustin and Jeremy meet up at the Western Hunting & Conservation Expo to discuss some telling statistical data Jeremy has been gathering at his archery shop over 5+ years and more than 500 data points. Fixed blade vs. Mechanical. Bow poundage. Shot distance. Wound percentage. We discuss all the major hot button topics with data to back up the numbers. Enjoy! *One of the few episodes with an "ad...

Dustin was recently a guest on the Two Bucks Podcast. Topics include business, entrepreneurship, social media, and content production. Enjoy!

This is a solo episode. I clean up some information about The Huntian. Then I breakdown each of the western states I apply for and how I look at each state. Enjoy! Instagram: @thehuntian @dustinwittwer Email: dustin@thehuntian.com

Happy New Year! With the new year comes the excitement of change and something new or just being a better version of ourselves. The Huntian is a collective content mothership brought to hunters with a rare perspective. The Huntian content will be 100% unsponsored and unbiased. The Huntian will bring a fresh outlook to the world of hunting, opposite many of the mainstream companies and influencers...

Settle in for a rare 2+ hour podcast with Jeremy Dugger, a trophy mule deer hunter and great friend. Dugger goes through his perspective on trophy hunting, tactics, and some stories. Enjoy! Instagram: Dugger - @muleymojo Dustin - @dustinwittwer @teambackcountry @finding.backcountry.podcast Email: dustin@thehuntian.com

Jason does an epic smash and grab on a late season archery elk hunt. He recaps the story of stalking into 35 yards of a 360"+ bull for hours before getting a shot. And gives some tips on recovering a bull that's hit less than perfectly. We also finish up with some pro tips for success going into an application season. Enjoy! Instagram: @dustinwittwer @hubba_3 @teambackcountry @finding.backcountry....

December 1 is when the chaos begins! Idaho opens up their "not over the counter" deer and elk tags for non residents. You will want to listen to this to have the best chance at getting a tag. Enjoy! Instagram: @teambackcountry @dustinwittwer @finding.backcountry.podcast @backpacklogistics Email: teambackcountry@gmail.com

Dustin jumps on with Jason, Adam and the Epic Outdoors Crew to discuss the Muleys Matter movement, including the Backpack Logistics donation of 5 days of backpack meals. Enjoy! Instagram: @teambackcountry @epic_hunts @muleys_matter @dustinwittwer @jason_muley_carter Email: teambackcountry@gmail.com

Robby Denning joins me from the Rokcast. We discuss the proposed changes to some of the southern Utah deer hunting units. Various changes to certain units include APR (antler point restrictions), shortened season dates, and weapon restrictions. Enjoy! Instagram: @dustinwittwer @teambackcountry @finding.backcountry.podcast @rokslide @robbydenning Email: teambackcountry@gmail.com

Jason joins the podcast, briefly, before he is called out to save a life as a paramedic. We chat about the season to this point. Jason has been hunting and guiding down in southern Nevada and Utah. I wrap up my deer hunt turned bear hunt. We discuss the state of deer hunting in Wyoming. Jason still has a late season archery elk hunt to end his season. Enjoy! Instagram: @dustinwittwer @teambackcoun...

The calm before the storm hits. Hunting season is here. I make last minute preparations before taking off to chase mule deer (and elk) in my home state of Wyoming. But first, a work trip to New Mexico. I get my first taste of a sharps rifle. We talk about the 25 saum. Enjoy and good luck!

Kenneth and Dustin jump on the podcast as they drive to scout for mule deer. They discuss tactics Kenneth used to kill an absolutely ancient mule deer last season, his best buck to date. Kenneth explains how much time goes into scouting and killing a big mule deer. Enjoy! Use code "podcast" on www.backpacklogistics.com for a 20% discount! Instagram: @kenneththrall @dustinwittwer @teambackcountry @...

Scott is a certified big buck killer. We dive into some Q&A questions from followers on social media. Some topics include hunting big bucks in October, how to find big mule deer, long range rifle shooting, and other pro tips to killing big mule deer. Enjoy! Use code "podcast" for 20% off at www.backpacklogistics.com   Reach out on Instagram! @teambackcountry @dustinwittwer @scotty_thomps @find...