Hunt Backcountry Podcast Archive — Rifle Hunting

On the road home from a successful hunt, we share the hunt story, bear hunting tactics and strategies, and notable gear notes from the trip.

Backcountry hunting insights with Army Ranger, Vince Paikowski. Learn about rucking, the Best Ranger Competition, and how aerobic fitness impacts shooting.

Russell joins us to discuss what he learned on his DIY elk and mule deer in Colorado, including what it was like to hunt with llamas for the first time.

In this episode Steve & Mark discuss their "gear of the year" selections, based on their personal hunts in 2025. They discuss optics, tripods, rifles, and more.