Exo Journal — Mindset

Good gear helps a good hunter, but gear doesn't make a successful hunter. Instead of just tinkering with gear, here are some of the ways you can work on yourself to become a more capable and effective hunter.

Some hunters are slower and more methodical, while others are more aggressive and mobile. Each method can both work, but which approach is the right one? Let's consider when, where, and why each method is most effective. And how to pair your default hunting style with a specific strategy that leads to success.

Many hunters love the idea of hiking deep in the wilderness to experience a hunt of their dreams. But you don't have to pack-in 10+ miles deep into the backcountry to find success, or to experience and adventurous backpack hunt. Let's consider the reality of packing-in deep...

I was two days into an archery elk hunt in Arizona. As I sat under the tree, I questioned all of my life choices leading up to this moment. What was supposed to be an epic two-week hunt was ruined by choices and circumstances leading up to hunting season. Learn from the mistakes I made that ruined my hunt...