Hunt Backcountry Podcast Archive

As part of our "Before & After the Hunt" podcast series, we speak with Caleb about his first western hunt, as he heads to Idaho's wilderness in search of a black bear this spring. Learn about Caleb's hunting background, the life changes he made to pursue western hunting, and how he planned and prepared for this hunt...

Steve & Mark answer your listener questions about their favorite wild game to eat and how they like to prepare it, how to use an Exo pack for whitetail hunting with a saddle or treestand, if a bivy is worth using inside of a tent, and their comparison of the NXS vs NX8 rifle scopes from Nightforce.

After 15 years, today's podcast guest drew a coveted archery Bighorn Sheep tag in his home province of Alberta, Canada. As an outfitter, guide, and pilot, Nick knew a bit about what he was up against for this unique hunting opportunity. It wasn't going to be easy, but it was guaranteed to be an adventure.

Steve & Mark answer your listener questions about puffy jackets and durability, solid clothing colors and hunting safety, gaining more storage space in your pack by using the meat shelf for food or gear, and more...