Exo Journal — Deer Hunting

Top 5 in 2023 — Our Most Popular Gear, Videos, & Podcasts

Top 5 in 2023 — Our Most Popular Gear, Videos, & Podcasts

As we wrap up 2023 we wanted to look back over the year and highlight our best-selling Exo products, the most listened-to Hunt Backcountry Podcast episodes, and the most-watched videos on our YouTube channel. These aren’t our hand-picked favorites, these are your favorites, based on the data...

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Mark Huelsing
Idaho Rifle Elk (and Deer) Hunt Recap

Idaho Rifle Elk (and Deer) Hunt Recap

Hear the recap of our recent rifle elk hunt in Idaho. In addition to sharing the full hunt story via podcast, Mark also shares some of the lessons he learned on this hunt, including how shelter choice affects hunting style, why you need to pair experience with intuition, and how to evaluate longer shot opportunities.

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Mark Huelsing
Hunting Gear List — Rifle Elk & Mule Deer in October

Hunting Gear List — Rifle Elk & Mule Deer in October

What gear does Mark bring for a backpack rifle elk and mule deer hunt in October? What are his "must have" items and what are some of the "only if" items that he packs based on the forecasted conditions? See Mark's complete gear list and download his spreadsheet template to help you prepare for your own hunts...

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Mark Huelsing
Safe Packout Practices — Minimize Risk & Injury with Heavy Packs

Safe Packout Practices — Minimize Risk & Injury with Heavy Packs

The hunt was a success. But now you are miles from your vehicle with more than a 100lbs, or maybe several-hundred pounds, to pack out. With heavy packs and difficult terrain, there is a lot of work ahead. Let’s discuss a few safe pack out practices to follow, which can minimize the risk of injury when coming out heavy…

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