Exo Journal

Now that we are 10+ years into the Hunt Backcountry Podcast, we have dozens upon dozens of episodes on one of our favorite topics — elk hunting. From “expert” elk hunters, like Corey Jacobsen (first appearing in Episode 12) and Paul the “Elk Nut” Medel, to everyday elk hunters who are listeners of the show and have experienced success and failure with lessons to share. Here are some of our best elk hunting podcasts...

What is the best way to put on a heavy hunting pack? That depends on the weight of the pack, the terrain, and your physical abilities. While those variables may change from hunt to hunt or person to person, there are also some things that every person should do every time. In this article, we explain the "5 L's" that you should think through every time you need to put on a heavy pack.

Learn why we make the K4 7200, but rarely recommend it. As we discussed in previous Why Do We? articles, performance is the priority in everything we do. And any recommendation we make to our customers will always be to provide the best fit, comfort, and performance from our packs. So while the K4 7200 is only a few ounces heavier (and costs just $25 more) than the K4 5000, there are good reasons to avoid the K4 7200 bag, unless you truly NEED it…

The hunt ends, and the work begins. When you recover an animal, there is a combination of excitement, accomplishment, and often circumstances (such as fading light, rising heat, or quickly passing time) that can make you feel a bit rushed. But before you start turning this animal into high-quality protein to feed your family, it is worth pausing, planning, and organizing before you start skinning.