Hunt Backcountry Podcast Archive — Backpacking

We are back from the 2022 Exo Death Hike — the first-ever Death Hike in Alaska. In this Hunt Backcountry Podcast episode, Steve & Mark recap the hike, including what went well and what didn't. And it doesn't take long for things to NOT go according to the plan!

A new hunter (and listener of the Hunt Backcountry Podcast) embarks upon a solo backcountry adventure and encounters more than he imagined. From a close encounter with a lion that had a deer in its jaws, to harvesting a black bear with a trad bow, this hunt was certainly one to remember. Hear the whole story...

Jay from the Mindful Hunter joins us on the podcast to talk about spending $5,000 of his own money to purchase, test, and compare high-end hunting packs. In addition to the pack review, we talk about tribalism in the hunting industry, his plans for future gear review projects, and much more...

Kyle Kamp with Valley to Peak Nutrition is the guy we go to for all things nutrition. Kyle joins us to talk about the updated (and FREE!) Backcountry Fuel Guide that will give you a personalized nutrition strategy for your next hunt, backpacking trip, or other mountain adventure.