Gritty Bowmen TV: Recent Episodes
Brian Call
Gritty Bowmen TV with Brian Call covers bowhunting (archery), backpack hunting & outdoor filmmaking. This show is down-right gritty and fun, with podcasts & short films.
On today’s Gritty Podcast @brian_call talks with Adam Foss (@fossman8) co-founder of Foss Media and our Kodiak Island guide Cole Kramer (@cole_ak_kramer)
Subjects Discussed: Why does Adam prefer to work in the hunting industry? The rapid change Photography has had in the last ten years. The difficulty of filming outdoors in harsh conditions. What makes a “thing” a “trophy”
On today’s Gritty Podcast @brian_call talks with Zion Pilgrim (@zionhuntnz) of Wilderness Quest New Zealand (@wildernessquestnz)
Subjects Discussed: The New Zealand conservation model; How did it come to be and what direction is it going in? Zion gives us an update on the Tahr cull in New Zealand; can invasive species have in a place in a conservation model?
On today’s Gritty Podcast @brian_call talks with @chadvancamp3 A Garmin engineer on the Xero development team.
Subjects Discussed: fair chase and hunter opportunity, new and improved features; battery life, stalk mode, low power fix pins and competition mode.
On today’s Gritty Podcast @brian_call talks with @tim.lesser and @michaelwunnicke of @leupoldoptics and Alaskan guide @cole_ak_kramer in Cole’s totally legit garage/man-cave in Kodiak.
Subjects Discussed: Cole answers the great question, are red foxes native to Kodiak Island? What’s a good fox/small game rifle? What to do during a tsunami.
On today’s Gritty Podcast, @brian_call sits in a tent on Kodiak Island with seasoned guide @Cole_ak_kramer, and @tim.lesser and @michaelwunnicke of @leupoldoptics.
Subjects Discussed: What brought Cole Kramer to Alaska when he was 16; do bears come running to the “dinner bell” when they hear a gun shot; why is Kodiak Island “so dope;” ritualistic, after-hunt hunt stories; why doesn’t Cole Kramer eat the yellow Skittles.
Shot this podcast while on Kodiak Island with some cool folks. Cole Kramer, Tim lesser, and Michael Wunnicke join me in tent to talk about our first impressions of Kodiak.
Chris Spealler joins me in the Gritty Studio after a fun workout to talk about his thought on his upcoming whitetail hunt.
Jordan Harbertson talks about his trip to Washington D.C. to meet at the "Round Table" of conservation
My Good friend and long time hunting buddy Anthony Spencer, and his son Brock, join me in the studio to talk about our recent hunting success.
Meet Tannis and Doran! Who you hunt with can make or break a hunt, and these two made it epic.
The Grittybroman and I sit down in the Gritty Studio to talk about Viktor Frankl's book "Man's Search For Meaning"
Chad "Money" Mendes joins me in the Gritty Studio to talk about how he trains, stays focused, and balances life.
Chad Mendes joins me in the studio today to talk about overcoming failure and how to fight fear.
My friends Adam Greentree and Dan Watson join me after ten days in the wild to recap our adventures and near calls.
Dave Brinker and I discuss chasing dreams and how to ignore the negative people in your life. Adam Greentree drops by and "gets something off his chest"
I sit down with my good friend Jordan Harbertson at the 2018 ATA show along with Adam Greentree and Levi Morgan.
I'm joined in the studio today by Jordan Harbertson and Jared Frasier of 2% For Conservation.
Zion Pilgrim joins me today in order to help stop the annihilation of over 30,000 tahr in New Zealand.
John Barklow, Ryan Litwin(Rocket Ryan), and Ryan Bassham join me at trophy west for some sweet muley action. We take a break from hunting and shoot a podcast about Sitkas Apex System.
Jordan Harbertson and I sit down today at MTN OPS HQ with Aaron and Steve Gould from BGX (Gould Brothers Exhibition) to find out how and why they got into exhibition shooting.
My good friend Rihana Cary Joins me today in the Gritty studio today to talk about her latest hunts and adventures.
Brandon VanDyken, Johnny Burford join me today on this episode after shooting a couple TAC courses.
I'm joined in the Gritty studio today by my friend Ryan Michler. Ryan is the creator and the man behind the ORDER OF MAN podcast. Be sure to check out the episode we did on ORDER OF MAN.
Aron and I do some long over do catching up. We talk about gear, food, and our thoughts on charging bears.
Kody Kellom and Trent Fisher of Born and Raised join me today to catch up on elk tactics and our must have gear.
Chris Spealler joins me today in the Gritty Studio. We talk about Chris's new workout program Grunt Work. Basic lifts and carry's using every day object for an affordable workout.
Jeremiah Plyer and Cody Jones of Wilde Arrow Archery came down to the Gritty studio to share some bow tuning knowledge. I learned some new things in this podcast hope you do as well.
I'm joined today by Brian Mcelrea of Hushin, Land Tawney president of BHA, and Ty Stubblefield chapter coordinator of BHA. We talk about what the average Joe can do to help keep our lands in public hands.
I sit down this episode with one of my favorite people. Ty Stubblefield is the chapter coordinator for BHA. We talk about public lands and how we can keep them that way.
On part three Ryan and I talk about all the bulls MJ, Zoolander, Chunky Monkey, and a whole lote more.
Part one folks! you asked for we got it. Ryan carter is back in a three part series to BREAKDOWN BIG BULL ELK. How does Mr. Carter hunt his giant elk? how does he find them in the first place? ethics, Cameras, old bull vs young bull behavior we discuss it all folks.
[NEW EPISODE] I published a new GRITTY podcast today with my friend and Nebraska home boy, Joel Burham, aka @whitetail_fit! Joel is a corn AND VENISON guy who loves hunting, health and fitness. He’s the genius behind one of my FAVORITE T-shirts, the #VENISONGAINS tee. He’s a solid human being with a competitive edge and a positive attitude. On this episode we just hang out—WE TALK PUBLIC LANDS, HUNTING, FITNESS—it’s a good conversation between two dudes who share similar interests but different backgrounds. CHECK. IT. OUT! #staygritty #venisongains #keepitpublic #publiclandsproud #bha #backcountryhuntersandanglers GET A #VENISONGAINS T-SHIRT from Joel at www.whitetailfit.com 👕
WATCH the latest GRITTY FILM project:
KIA ORA — A Hunt For Himalayan Tahr
In KIA ORA (which is a Maori language greeting that literally means “have life, be well”), Brian Call and friends hunt the pugnacious and evasive Himalayan Tahr (sometimes referred to as the Grizzly Of The Mountain) in New Zealand’s spectacular Southern Alps.
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KIA ORA — A Hunt For Himalayan Tahr
Casey Harbertson and I recap our "majestic" hunt for Tahr in New Zealand. we go into depth about what its like in New Zealand and break down our bowhunting expserience.
Ryan Carter joins me in the Gritty Studio to go live on instagram and drop some knowledge on elk. If you didn't catch the live don't worry you get a second chance on here on youtube. Ryan Carter is a part of DC outfitters down here in Utah and they slay elk. Ryan shares with us how me manages to accomplish it year after year.
Jordan Harbertson and I get to sit down with Jess Lockwood, the youngest PBR champion in history. And Hailey Kinsel one of the world top Barrel Racer. We discuss what drives someone to ride a bull in the first place. And how our society sacrifices freedoms for safety.
https://youtu.be/_DTwDZTkRIw [NEW EPISODE] Kia Ora! Check it out folks! I love this episode! We recorded this episode in New Zealand at the foot of the Southern Alps on the last day of my first Himalayan Tahr hunt. Honestly, the hunt for NZ Tahr was EPIC! But I think the BEST part of this hunt were our kiwi friends and guides, Sam Manson (@nzhuntguide) and Shaun Roach—they talk funny... but not everybody can be an American. I like to call them Ed Sheeran and Justin Bieber, respectively. We were hosted in New Zealand by our good friend and awesome human, Duncan Fraser, owner of @venatorcardronasafaris. #staygritty @casey_harbertson @dallashemeyer 📷:@keith.ailes
On this episode I sit down with the Gritty Broman(B-rent) and discuss a book called "land of the spotted eagle". This book had a big impact on me when I first read it and I hope it will get ya thinking. We broke this podcast into two parts because we felt while we were editing it needed some breaking down. Keep you're eyes peeled for part two!
I head over to CrossFit Park City to catch up with CrossFit Games Athlete Chris Spealler. Chris shares about getting stronger with age, becoming a hunter and a few humiliating moments and more. | #StayGritty #GrittyPodcast
After the tour we spent our time needing out on boots the how, where, why, and what of boots. After the podcast be sure to check it out on youtube so you can catch A-aron gives the how to of boot tying. He shows us how to tie a boot for every situation.Folks I like these boots so much I went to Italy to see how they're made. Over the last two years iv'e put over two thousand miles on my Crispi Nevada boots and they're still in one piece. I had my buddy Kendall Card give me the grand tour at the Crispi Boot factory in Italy. After the tour we spent our time needing out on boots the how, where, why, and what of boots. After the podcast be sure to check it out on youtube so you can catch A-aron gives the how to of boot tying. He shows us how to tie a boot for every situation.
Dallas Hemeyer joins me in the Gritty studio and we all about filming in Mongolia, New Zealand, and all the Stans. Dallas has had some close calls and is full of great insight.
My buddy Aaron Hitchins of Rockhouse Motion introduces me to his friends and neighbors Luc and Alicia Douglas. Luc is co owner of Head Hangerz, a one piece European mount system that he developed with his co owner Nate Anderson.
Jordan Harbertson and I sit down at the ATA show and talk with Kyle Lamb. Kyle is an author and and tactical arms trainer. Kyle goes into depth about the steps to "visualisation" and how to practice putting yourself in the situation to make the shot.
Mike Massey and I share an epic drive after our Texas Turkey hunt to my home in Colorado. Mike and I dig into our love of hunting Turkey, and Mike shares his STORIES about being bite by sharks. Thats plural folks, as in more then once. Check Mike out on instagram @mikemassey561
Mike Massey and I share an epic drive after our Texas Turkey hunt to my home in Colorado. Mike and I dig into our love of hunting Turkey, and Mike shares his STORIES about being bite by sharks. Thats plural folks, as in more then once.Check Mike out on instagram @mikemassey561
I sit down with the guys at ESSEE to discuss how they went from a wilderness survival training company to one of the best knife companies out there.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk with Sam Soholt. We talk about conservation, Sam's renovated "Public Lands Bus" and what it's like to live in a tiny space.
I sit down with Brent Hahn of Valkyrie Archery and Matt Davis to talk about What the heck is FOC!? Matt and I have been shooting this system for a while now and were excited to learn more from Brent.
Matt Davis and I sit down with MT OPS in house camera man Keith Ailes and talk about our recent black bear hunt in BC with our good friends of primitive outfitters
Sidney Smith was born with Charcot-Marie-Tooth, a disease which causes structural foot damage and muscle wasting through the leg. Sid made the tough choice to have both his legs amputated rather than spend the rest of his life in a wheel chair. While in the hospital he decided if he ever got out of there, he was going to compete in an Ironman Triathlon. We talk about how it felt when he woke up and both his legs were gone. How life has changed since then and how he is giving back to help someone else receive a new prosthetic leg. Follow the link to find out how you can help. #LendALeg https://commitchange.com/tn/nashville/amputee-blade-runners/campaigns/sidney-smiths-marathon-runraiser
Watch the documentary film by v6.media and MTN OPS at MTNOPS.COM/SID
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk with Double Amputee and Triathlon Runner, Sidney Smith. Coby Coonradt of v6.media collaborated with MTN OPS to make a documentary film of his Triathlon running. Watch the film at MTNOPS.COM/SID
“CHALLENGES ARE WHAT MAKES LIFE INTERESTING
Every Day was a battle – Giving up was never an option. Born with Charcot-Marie-Tooth, a disease which causes structural foot deformities and muscle wasting throughout the leg, Sidney Smith refused to surrender. With a family to provide for and a desire to live life to its fullest, Sid made the decision to forego the risk of bone fusion in both legs and became a double amputee.”
Want to help someone run? Follow the link to help someone receive a running leg! #Lendaleg
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On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with Casey & Jordan Harbertson of MTN OPS. We talk about the secret to their success and the life altering moments that shaped who they are striving to become.
TOPICS DISCUSSED: What makes Casey & Jordan / MTN OPS so successful? 4:10 Casey what experiences shaped your youth? Buffalo hunting 13:00 9th Grade Skateboarder 15:00 Wakeboarding Crash 19:43- Jordan what experiences shaped your youth? Dad Teaching How to be an Entrepreneur - Baseball Cards NO VIDEO GAMES allowed 30:00 Jordan seems so happy, but it wasn’t always that way. 35:00 Jordan 2.0
EPISODE 290: Olden Times with Grandpa Joe http://www.grittybowmen.com/gritty-podcasts-blog/2017/11/15/episode-290-olden-times-grit-the-way-things-used-to-be-with-grandpa-joe
45:00 parents taught us fiscal responsibility Delayed Gratification benefits Return of the King - Xbox 52:00 Casey and The Cell Phone 56:00 Competition pushes you. You need to continually adapt. Brian - Kids with cell phone tangent. 1:03:00 How can people achieve what you’ve achieved? Fear of failure fuels Casey. 1:10:00 What’s your daily routine? 1:14:00 Hiring the right kind of people 1:22:00 Creating a culture at your business What is your why? 1:35:00 Mission Japan 1:41:00 Encourage you to incorporate God in your business
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with Adam Janke of the Journal of Mountain Hunting. We talk about hunting Billy Goats in harsh weather conditions. Adam shares his 3 STEP Process of shooting a goat.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I'm turkey hunting in Texas at Sloane Brown's (Backbone Media) family ranch. I'm joined by The Turkey Whisperer, Mike Massey and Jordan Harbertson of MTN OPS. We talk Turkeys, Lightening Strikes & Shark Bites.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I visit with Heartland Bowhunter at the Western Hunt Expo.
SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
Video editing, Cameras Telling your hunting story Time Lapse Video - Sony A7Sii or GoPro 4 Heartland Bowhunter - Staying relevant in an ever changing industry 16:00 Whitetail hunting - Oklahoma with Tim Burnett Whitetail Rutting Behavior 21 Elk Hunting in New Mexico 23: Coues Deer Hunting in Arizona 24: Suburban Bowhunter Downtown Atlanta 29:00 Bear hunting How do you decide what goes into an episode and doesn’t go? 33 Bart Lancaster - Banned Bear Hunting Bear Charging 48: predator hunting GRITTY BOOK CLUB books mentioned in this podcast: American Serengeti and Coytoe America by Dan Flores https://www.heartlandbowhunter.com https://www.facebook.com/HeartlandBowhunter/ @heartlandbowhunter on Instagram Photo Credit: Outdoor Channel
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with friend and Tradlife enthusiast, Matt Davis. Matt is the VP of Sales & Marketing at MTN OPS. Matt began working in the hunting industry for Hoyt Archery about 7 years ago and as a result of that interaction he developed a fondness for traditional archery.
SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
Mixing MTN OPS Flavors All About Matt Davis Tradlife, Fitness, What would you like to see change in the hunting industry? Tom Clum Sr. Social Media post split finger Post authentically, be genuine. Don’t contribute to the noise. If Matt Davis were fish and game how would you manage our wildlife resources? Bonneville cutthroat trout Hunter Dollars Gap in what Fish & Wildlife do and the public’s knowledge of what they do. Which states do a good job of educating? Arizona stands out. Arizona Game & Fish loves what they do. What has been one of your most rewarding business relationships? Jeremy Eldridge, Trevor Farnes, Shane Prescott GRITTY BOOK CLUB UPCOMING SELECTION: 12 Rules for Life by Jordan B. Peterson 36:00 What motivates you to get outdoors and share your hunting story? The great oudoors is my therapy. It recharges me. I share it to help educate and shed a positive light. 42:00 How to become a better archer? Traditional archery story began at Hoyt. Fortunate to have the best teachers at fingertips Compound more consistent than recurve. How can you become a person that can make the shot in the moment? Muscle memory. 54: John Dudley Releases and visualization Ryan Lampers 58: What in your hunting arsenal are you bad at and you would like to change? 1:00 What motivates you to get out of bed and work out every morning? 1:06 Testosterone and swagger 1:09 What 3-5 exercises do you feel are vital? Back Squats, Deadlifts, 1:13 building a base over a long period of time 1:19 managing stress What are some mistakes people make in getting fit? Shane Prescott 1:27 Fitness injury? stress under load increases mobility pain cave Jocko Willink Hunting Heroes/Influencers Cameron Hanes - Backcountry Bowhunting Steven Rinella - Meat Eater Podcast, Intellectual message Jim Shockey, Aron Snyder, Tim Burnett @matthew.b.davis on instagram
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down at the Western Hunt Expo with Jim Heffelfinger.
SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
Heritage - Swiss German
Coatimundi - behavior, meat, hunting Arizona Bear meat, heart meat, liver
whitetail evolution, fossils,
Gritty Book Club Recommendation: American Serengeti - Dan Flores
Columbian Blacktail, Nocturnal, Genetics
Mule Deer hunting, Coues Deer Hunting
Remi Warren How do you kill a Coues Deer? Find rocky canyon to cover the sound of your approach.
Mule Deer Working Group - Landscape, Migration,
CWD - infected deer
Hunting is the best management for deer population
deernut.com
Deer of the Southwest
Arizona Game & Fish
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about Civil Liberties. DISCUSSION TOPICS: Gritty Bowmen is about more than just hunting. We cover a wide range of topics. From health & wellness to Gritty Book Club reviews. Not much point in having a voice if you don’t use it. If you believe in something I think you need to stand up and talk about it. Gun violence and Parkland school shooting. Getting at the TRUTH of things. What are the FACTS? Be open to knew information like Joe Rogan. Last week I posted in regards to 2nd amendment. Engaged in really good discussions. Are these statistics accurate? I thought there was a school shooting in the United States. Media - Chicago Tribune “This is how common school shootings are in America”. Washington Post - School shootings are extraordinarily rare, why is fear of them driving policy? Ben Shapiro 11: 46 - How much risk do you want to eliminate in the world we live in? What is the goal? The Business Insider - agenda driven content “How likely is gun violence to kill the average American?” Nearly 64% of their numbers are suicide. We should all strive to be better as a society and reduce suffering in the world. 20:00 Fear mongering in an attempt to scare or intimidate people into giving up their rights. Fight against tyrannical government. Right for self defense or self preservation. Do you really think we need to fight our United States government? 23:00 Gun History Lesson 30:00 Slow erosion of civil liberties that brought about Nazi Germany. 34:00 Keep your guns to ensure the government doesn’t enact tyranny and to protect you rights. 37:30 Benjamin Franklin Quote “Those who give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety.” Founding Fathers Government to serve the people, the people to direct the government 42:00 Deerfield Illinois Our country is founded on INDEPENDENCE! Place your faith in the individual rather than the government. Extreme ownership. Not a victim. Take charge of your life. 50:00 - Grizzly Ban in BC AR-15 Assault Rifle Nazi Germany, Holocaust, The Rise & Fall of the Third Reich, Hitler,
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with Branden VanDyken of Be The Decoy.
DISCUSSION TOPICS: Be The Decoy - Bozeman, Montana Technology & Hunting Tips on using the Decoy Spot & Stalk techniques Don’t be a gopher. Don’t pop up. Resist the urge to “play peekaboo”. Hunting Antelope in Montana Taking wind for granted Gritty Bowmen Goat Hunt Film discussion Goat Hunt Cliff Safety Rock Climbing - The advantages of bringing rope and paracord while goat hunting Controversy of showing “too much” on Goat Hunt Film Arrow weight in the wind “Just get closer.” 50 & under Goat Hunt Review Aron’s Tradbow Elk Hunt Total Archery Challenge benefits archery skills Choosing to archery hunt, longbow, tradbow, Traditional Archery
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On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with the legendary, Hank Shaw. Hank is a phenomenal cook! He is the author of Hunt, Gather, Cook. We talk cooking techniques, sauces, side dishes, and common mistakes people make when cooking wild game. Checkout his blog huntgathercook.com and stay tuned for Hank's return to podcasting as well!
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On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with friends Corey Jacobsen & Ryan Lampers. We discuss the book "Make Your Bed" by retired Navy Seal, William McRaven.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with good friend, Corey Jacobsen of Elk10.com. Corey shares his 2017 Elk Season and common mistakes people make while tracking an animal. What makes his hunt successful when others are not, and how persistence pays off. He shares some insight on the "Land of the Free" project with Born & Raised Outdoors. Finally, he shares the story of his hunt with, Austin, a boy with brain cancer and how his hunt was definitely providential. I am also joined by Ryan Lampers, Sthealthy Hunter, of the Hunt Harvest Health podcast. I hope you enjoy this podcast and glean some helpful information for your next hunt.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, I sit down with “Blood Origins” founder Robbie Kroger. Robbie is kind of a big deal in the conservation world, but not as widely known in the hunting world. Robbie grew up in Johannesburg, South Africa, one of the largest urban areas in the world. He did not hunt. Guns were banned. Hunting was just a bunch of stories and antlers on the wall. But, he had a hunting past that he could not deny. From that heritage grew an idea —Blood Origins, a way to connect the past with the present.
“When I look at the liberties afforded to you in the United States of America, I consider it incomprehensible. I am going to go out on a limb and say that this liberty is likely lost on most of you, that it is very often taken for granted. I say that only from a perspective of someone who came from a place where there was no opportunity to connect with something that pulsed within me.” —Robbie Kroger
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen get to know Adam & Kimmi Greentree. Kimmi shares the story of how they met and reveals some secrets about Adam's 90's look. They talk about their cabin in the mountains that they've built and how it connects Adam to his Grandfather. He also relates how he managed to snag Kimmi and how they're even more in love every year. Kimmi and Adam are all about spending time with their family in the outdoors. It's good stuff. Check it out.
The Bone Collector Crew, Michael Waddell, Travis "T-bone" Turner, & Nick Mundt are on this episode of The Gritty Bowmen Podcast. They talk about how we should come together as a hunting community and not be so divided, how they got introduced to hunting and how we should mentor a hunter to keep hunting alive. They are a bunch of humble guys that are out to have a good time and share that joy with others. Check it out. Photo Credit: BoneCollector.com
Have you ever had to knock on doors to gain hunting access? My guests today are Lee Ellis and Drew Carroll of Seek One Productions, and they take "going door-to-door" to a whole new level. They're hunting in suburban neighborhoods in Atlanta, Georgia. Check out their videos of their hunts on their Facebook and Instagram Channels. https://www.facebook.com/seek1product... @seek1productions
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with The Hunting Public's Aaron Warbritton, Greg Clements & Zach Ferenbaugh. These guys are becoming experts on navigating public land whitetail hunting in Iowa, Nebraska & Missouri. They share some insights on buck beds, spot & stalk vs. tree stand hunting and how to avoid those other public land hunters.
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On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I talk with Randy Newberg of Hunt Talk Radio and Jim Heffelfinger, Wildlife Science Coordinator and former Arizona Regional Biologist for the SE region. We discuss Arizona Hunting Opportunities, Coatimundi, Coues, Mule Deer, Junior Jack Rabbit Kamp, Predation and the Mule Deer Working Group.
muledeerworkinggroup.com Junior Jack Rabbit Camp AZ Regulations Second Weekend in March! Deer of the Southwest Book by Jim Heflefinger deernut.com
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with John Dudley of Nock On Archery. John is a Professional Archer, Coach, Podcaster and Technical Expert. We talk about the new 2 Smooth Hinge Release, Shot Visualization, Basic Archery Skills and Mainstream Businesses that we need in Hunting.
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On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I catch up with Aron Snyder. We talk Technology, Hunting, Garmin Xero, Traditional Archery, Human Competition, and what I'm going to do with all of the hunting footage we've taken over the past couple years. It's gritty.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with Bill Vanderheyden of Iron Will Outfitters. Bill is a mechanical engineer by trade. When he finally got the opportunity to shoot a nice bull the broadhead he was using failed him. It just didn’t penetrate but a few inches. He resolved to make a better broadhead.
Photo Credit: Ironwilloutfitters.com
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with Emily Kantner, Morgan Mason and Lucas Cooney of Archery Talk and review our experience with the Garmin Xero Sight.
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Morgan Mason @mtnmorgan
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Lucas Cooney @ArcheryTalk
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with Ted Gartner and Chad VanCamp to talk about the new Garmin Xero sight.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with Jonathan O’Dell, Small Game Biologist for the Arizona Game and Fish Department and Sam Soholt, Professional Photographer (a.k.a. the guy who bought a school bus). This is the first installment of a series of episodes I made during my hunt with Randy Newberg, in Southern Arizona. Southern Arizona is AWESOME! It feels exotic, but you’re right here in the good ole’ US of A. Arizona is the convergence of all four North American Deserts which makes for the highest amount of biological diversity in North America. We discuss my Coatimundi attack, Sandhill Cranes (and how it’s my new favorite meat), Giant Jack Rabbits, Javelina, Quail, Waterfowl, and more. We talk about hunting seasons, the cost and how you really should be bringing your kids to Arizona to hunt.
Is there something in our DNA that is most self-actualized when we are hunting? And if so, what is it? I would argue that there are few activities on this planet that cause the human being to enter the “present moment” with more force and completeness than in that moment of truth just before we take an animal’s life. And hunting is more than that--there’s something spiritual in the harvest of an animal’s flesh and bone so that we may live--and not only live but so that we may thrive. Discomfort; frozen hands and feet, sleeping on the ground, hiking countless miles, denying the negative voices in your head, schooling your adrenaline, overcoming doubts, honing weapons skills; feeling nature--reading animal behavior; predicting the wind--being both predator and prey at the same time; these things awaken ethereal human senses that all-too-often lay dormant in the heart of the modern man. If these things are true, one-dimensional statements like, “I hunt for meat,” do not even scratch the surface for why we do what we do. Our message needs to evolve; because it’s deep than what we’ve been saying. Today, I visit with my friend, Adam Janke, from The Journal Of Mountain Hunting. It’s always a pleasure to visit with Adam because he’s continually challenging my ideas and preconceived notions. I hope this episode gets you thinking about why you hunt and how you share your story--because everybody has one and how it’s told can make all the difference.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with Pedro Ampuero, Kuiu European Manager of Brand Development and my good friend Tim Burnett, SOLO HNTR. We talk, poison arrows, tracking poachers, The Total Peep sight, Hunting the World and much more. You can follow Pedro @pedroampuerca or @solohntr on Instagram to find out more.
Keywords: Hunting Regs in Spain, Favorite Hunt, Giant Lord Derby Eland Hunting, Poachers, Poison tipped arrows, Monetization of animals, Hunting Tigers with snares, Hunting with Dad, Hunting in Africa - Opportunities - Everyone that goes wants to go back! Mountain Goat Hunting, Types of Release Aids, Total Peep Sight, D-Loop Pliers
Hello friends. Today’s episode of Gritty Bowmen is pretty special, I think. My guests are Logan Ross and Aaron Hitchins from Rockhouse Motion. The first time I met Aaron and Logan I instantly liked them. Logan is, perhaps, one of the kindest and most thoughtful human beings I’ve ever met. And Aaron Hitchins has a sharp wit that reveals a deeply intelligent mind. To me, Logan is as conscientious as a person can be--a human trait that I deeply admire. While Aaron is the counterweight in their relationship; providing constancy, realism, and acceptance for what is. A year ago, Logan told us her story. She was new to hunting--even opposed to hunting before she met Aaron. But then… she learned about hunting; Logan has always been conscientious about where her food came from--and with that as a foundation, she embarked on a bowhunting journey with Aaron. Bowhunting is HARD. And Logan failed at it despite her best efforts. At the end of the 2016 hunting season--Logan still could not answer the question, “can I kill an animal--and if I do, will I be okay with it?”
Well... the 2017 hunting season has come to a close… and Logan is ready to answer to those questions. I hope this episode inspires you like it inspires me… to be a better person. To be more conscientious in how I hunt and live. Please take the time to invite your non-hunting friends and family to listen to Logan’s story. Because it matters--it’s the oft-unspoken side of the hunter’s heart and soul
Photo Credit: @matt_white_rockhouse
Hello friends. Today on Gritty, my guest is Ben O’brien, Hunting Marketing Manager at YETI Coolers and previously, the Executive Editor at Petersen’s Bowhunting. AND, something I’m excited about… Ben has launched his own podcast called, The Hunting Collective. Ben seems older to me than his young age suggests… He’s a young chap with an old soul. What I like most about Benny--he’s not afraid to speak his mind; even when it’s not popular. At the same time--Ben doesn’t think he’s got all the answers--he’s a man open to new ideas and I like that about him.
Recently, Ben took a poll on Instagram. The poll asked, “should hunters get rid of the grip and grin pic?” As you can imagine, this question sparked some serious debate. And naturally, I had to ask Ben about it on the podcast. It’s okay, because Ben’s a deep thinker--he can get all philosophical on you--in a good way. He’s been some places--seen some things. He’s not naive to the broad world outside of hunting. It’s his job at YETI to make sure that hunting is represented in a positive light.
In today’s modern world, we all have a voice. How do we use it? Join us as we explore this topic and more on today’s Gritty Bowmen podcast.
“Never underestimate the influence of the human spirit. We are all the same in this notion: The potential for greatness lives within each of us. - Wilma Rudolph
PART TWO- Today on Gritty, we talk about an insidious, silent killer; a life-sucking force that people naively and foolishly welcome into their lives. A life-wrecking force that the fast-changing modern age has thrust upon the modern human mind. This insidious killer is STRESS. Today, I’m joined by the deep-thinking, intense and amazing, Doctor Hillary Lampers. She explains stress in clinical and colloquial terms. She talks about how our bodies and brains are all that we really have and how we should treat them. Human beings have evolved to thrive under stress--we need stress. But today’s modern stress is different--it’s a different animal from the kind of stress human beings NEED. Find out the difference and more about how to live “better” on today’s episode. You can learn more from Doctor Hillary’s website at HuntHarvestHealth.com.
GRITTY BOOKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST:
The Millionaire Next Door, The Millionaire Mind by Thomas J. Stanley, The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, Does This Clutter Make My Butt Look Fat? by Peter Walsh, It's All Too Much by Peter Walsh, The 4-hour Work Week by Tim Ferriss, Crush It! by Gary Vaynerchuk, Why Zebra’s Don’t Get Ulcers by Robert Sapolsky, Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin, Walden by Henry David Thoreau
Today on Gritty, we talk about an insidious, silent killer; a life-sucking force that people naively and foolishly welcome into their lives. A life-wrecking force that the fast-changing modern age has thrust upon the modern human mind. This insidious killer is STRESS. Today, I’m joined by the deep-thinking, intense and amazing, Doctor Hillary Lampers. She explains stress in clinical and colloquial terms. She talks about how our bodies and brains are all that we really have and how we should treat them. Human beings have evolved to thrive under stress--we need stress. But today’s modern stress is different--it’s a different animal from the kind of stress human beings NEED. Find out the difference and more about how to live “better” on today’s episode. You can learn more from Doctor Hillary’s website at HuntHarvestHealth.com.
GRITTY BOOKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST:
The Millionaire Next Door, The Millionaire Mind by Thomas J. Stanley, The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, Does This Clutter Make My Butt Look Fat? by Peter Walsh, It's All Too Much by Peter Walsh, The 4-hour Work Week by Tim Ferriss, Crush It! by Gary Vaynerchuk, Why Zebra’s Don’t Get Ulcers by Robert Sapolsky, Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin, Walden by Henry David Thoreau
Today on Gritty Bowmen we hang out with friend Donnie Vincent. I could sit an listen to Donnie tell stories for hours. He’s an explorer, biologist, conservationist, and sportsman. And a gifted weaver of adventurous tales in wild and remote places. When Donnie’s storytelling transcends the spoken word and comes to life in the form of cinematic film--it’s incredible. His films change hearts and minds. And films like, “Who We Are,” “The River’s Divide,” and “Terra Nova,” have permanently changed how I view the world and the hunt. So sit back and enjoy the show. And then, if you haven’t already, support Donnie by getting his film’s at www.donnievincent.com.
Those who know me, know that I love a good hunting story. And I’m no Donnie Vincent but Gritty Bowmen has its own brand of filmmaking--it’s kinda Gritty… it’s a bit unpolished, it usually has a few smart-aleck comments, some shaky footage, some adventure and it reminds you of the hunts you go on with your buddies.
So with that preamble, I have an announcement to make. On Thursday, February 8th at the Western Hunt Expo in Salt Lake City, I’ll be showing my latest Gritty film on the big screen. And it’s not just my film that’ll be showing, my good friend Cole Kramer will also be featuring his YETI film from Nepal that night as well. There will be Gritty Bingo, Prizes, Raffles, Giveaways and much more! My good friends at Sitka Gear, YETI, HOYT, MTN OPS, and Leupold Optics are helping to make this event a fun one! Raffle proceeds go to the Rocky Mountain Goat Alliance.
Please, if you want to support Gritty and you’re coming to the Western Hunt Expo, please go to www.mtnops.com/gritty and get tickets now.
Please spread the word--invite your friends and family, and come see what a Gritty Movie Night is all about.
Here’s a 30-second trailer for the film--check it out.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we sit down at the ATA show with Eva Shockey-Brent. Eva became a Mother about a year ago and we discuss the delicate balance of motherhood, hunting and marriage. What it's like to travel on an airplane with a baby and her new book "Taking Aim".
Hey friends! Today on Gritty I’m hanging with my good buddy Tim Burnett--the SOLO HNTR brand OG. We recorded this podcast at my house after returning from our Oklahoma Whitetail hunt. Tim is one of my favorite people to hang out with. He’s gonna have fun, but he’s not gonna talk your ear off--in fact, you kinda have to drag words out of him. So it was not a surprise to me when I found out that Tim created a podcast for the SOLO NATION with more than 15 recorded episodes and I didn’t know about it. I’m all about more SOLO HNTR. If you’re like me, go and subscribe to the SOLO HNTR podcast and get some!
So here it is… a final Oklahoma Whitetail podcast recording session with Mr. SOLO himself, before he road off into the sunset in the aged and crippled Solorado.
On today's podcast I sit down with Jason Price & Dallas Hemeyer of Hunt The Experience. The guys share some harrowing experiences flying on bush planes and more than one near death experience. They talk about their mission to share "The Experience" of hunting, rather than focusing on a hunter. They share how hunting all over the world has changed their perspective on life and how happiness doesn't come from having more stuff. You can find them on social media here: YouTube The Experience Facebook The Experience Instagram @hunttheexperience @DallasHemeyer @mjasonprice
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we sit down with my good friends from Born and Raised Outdoors; Trent & Trevor Fisher & Kody Kellom. In this interview we talk about their Land of the Free Elk Hunting Collaboration Project. The project consisted of a video series of 50 days hunting in 5 different states in collaboration with HUSH, ELK101, PURE ELEVATION, PHELPS GAME CALLS & RYAN CALLAGHAN.
They showcase public land hunting and issues surrounding land transfers across the Western US.
They talk about the success of the switch from DVD's to YouTube and how they became more connected with their fan base.
Today on Gritty, I give you part 2 of the Texas Whitetail hunt--first part is episode 297. A group of us were invited to Sloane’s family ranch in Texas; which includes John Barklow and Chris Derek from Sitka Gear. AND Sloane Brown from Backbone Media. AND my good friend, Casey Harbertson, partner and owner of MTN OPS.
On this episode we switch gears from survival and technical clothing systems to hunting whitetails in Texas. It’s just a group of buddies sitting around the hunting cabin talking about the week’s antics and adventures.
“There wouldn’t be no Alamo, No Cowboys in the Superbowl… No Lonsome Dove, no “Yellow Rose”, If it wasn’t for Texas. -George Strait
You’ve been out hunting all-day. And you roll into a truck-stop diner. You’re still in your camo duds and the waitress comes over and says, “you been huntin’?” And you say, “ya…” And she says, “did ya catch anything?” And then you laugh a little and you say, “nah, not yet.” But you don’t bother explaining that hunters don’t “catch” deer. This little scenario has played out a million times across the civilized world--it’s a universal experience that nearly every hunter can relate to. Why do people use the word caught? After all, deer huntin’ ain’t fly-fishing--there’s no catch-and-release; deer hunters hunt for keeps. And what’s another thing… my wife still says deers--with an “s.” No matter how many times I tell her that the plural for deer is still just deer she can’t seem to bring herself to drop the “s.” Did you know we also have elks where we live in Colorado?
Well, today’s guests are the boys from Catchin’ Deers. AND TRUST ME, you don’t want to miss this one! These guys are the epitome of what I call “The Hunting Buddy Fraternity.” This podcast consists of a lot of heckling, camaraderie, trash talk, brotherhood, and laughter. My guests are Mike and Bud Fisher, and Austin Casselman. We talk about how Catchin’ Deers got started--the many hours of work and in-depth planning that DID NOT go into creating this brand. We talk hockey. We talk hockey retirement; apparently Mike played hockey in the NHL for 17 years and he was kind of a big deal. Look him up--because that’s probably the only way you’re gonna hear about it because Mike doesn’t really talk. But that’s okay, his brother, Bud talks enough for both of them. Austin is currently suffering from Adult Onset Hunting Syndrome--in other words, he’s been newly inducted into the hunting fraternity. Ironically, he’s also the person who asked, “did ya’ll catch anything?” Which pretty much makes him the mastermind, genius behind the Catchin’ Deers brand--no matter what Mike and Bud tell you. Enjoy this one! And if you like what you hear, get yourself a Catchin’ Deers hat and shirt. And follow’em on social media--and also, bombard them with useless new ideas for more awesome clothing ideas that’ll keep us laughing. Here’s Catchin’ Deers.
Have you ever jumped off a building? Have you been on the US Archery Team or competed in more than 120 professional archery events worldwide? Have you ever been shot at? For that matter, have you ever been shot. Today on Gritty I’m joined by two remarkable human beings. There are few people who can lay claim to the accomplishments that these men have achieved in their respective areas of expertise. My guests today are John Dudley, Professional Archer and passionate bowhunter, and Andy Stumpf, retired Navy Seal and the man who jumps off buildings. John Dudley started shooting professionally in 1997 and has competed all over the world. John has 45 Career Top 3 Professional Finishes. Here are just a few of Johns professional accomplishments: APA Rookie of the Year IBO National Champion (2x) NABH National Champion AZ International Gold Medalist European Grand Prix Gold Medalist World Field Championship Bronze In short, John knows how to shoot a bow. And more than that, John has knack for teaching his craft to others. Andy Stumpf executed hundreds of combat operations throughout the world over his 17-year career in the military. He was medically retired in June of 2013. His awards and decorations include 5 Bronze Star Medals (four with valor). The Purple Heart, The Joint Service Commnedation Medal. The Navy and Marine Corp Commendation Medal with Valor, Three Navy and Marine Corp Achievement Medals, Two Combat Action Ribbons, and The Presidential Unit Citation. In 2015 he set two world records after jumping from 36,500 feet and flying over 18 miles in a wingsuit in an effort to raise 1 million dollars for the Navy Seal Foundation. Okay, there you have it folks—these two gentlemen are unique. Each have excelled in their chosen endeavors. They’re both able to govern their fear, manage their heart rate, and perform under extreme pressure. And we talk about this and much more on today’s podcast. It’s good stuff! If you like what you hear, do me a favor and support each of these guys by following them on social media and subscribing to their respective podcasts, Nockon-Podcast and Cleared Hot. Enjoy the show!
Have you ever been charged by a bear? Have you ever been forced to use bear spray or a firearm in defense of your life? Well, my good friend Ryan Lampers was charged by a bear while tracking his archery bull elk through the bloody snow. This tale will get you thinking and could perhaps even save your life someday. After you finish this podcast, do me a favor and go follow Ryan in Instagram at sthealthyhunter. And subscribe to his excellent Hunt Harvest Health podcast! Without further ado, here’s Ryan’s story…
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk with Cam Hanes and Adam Greentree at 2018 ATA Show.
Today on Gritty I am joined by my good friend Ryan Lampers, aka sthealthy hunter AND owner, host, and cohost of the Hunt Harvest Health Podcast. Ryan is a modest, quiet guy who kills mature old animals on public land hunts across the West. Today on Gritty, Ryan shares some of his tactics for elk hunting. I feel like Ryan is a treasure box of useful information just waiting to be opened. Today on Gritty we pluck a few gold nuggets out of his treasure box and the information is worth its weight in gold. I hope Ryan’s stories and tactics help you on your next elk hunt--I know I’ll be putting a few of his strategies to use next season.
Today on Gritty, my guest is my good friend Phil Mendoza. I’ve been attending a few of his beginner bowhunter and bow tuning classes at his Denver archery shop--No Limits Archery. If you live in the area and you’re new to archery or just want to learn how to work on your own bow or build your own arrows, checkout Phil’s classes--they’re great. On today’s podcast, Phil and I discuss hunting mistakes--primarily, mistakes made in the final moments of a shot opportunity. Cody Eardley wrote a great article in the January 2018, Bugle Magazine (put out by the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation--which you should become a member of if you aren’t already) and the article is titled, Situation Ethics. The article is a good one and it got Phil and I talking about ethics, shot selection and closing the deal in the final moments of a hunt. I enjoy talking to Phil because I always learn. Phil is an extremely talented hunter and archer. He’s a Train To Hunt champion. And he’s owner and mastermind of the Alpha Bowhunting Challenge. And as discussed on an earlier podcast, Phil wrote a mini book titled, “Targeting Buck Fever.” Train to Hunt and The Alpha Bowhunting Challenge are competitive events designed to help hunters hone the ability to make good decisions and good shots at the proverbial “moment of truth” while under extreme pressure. So join Phil and I for a frank and open discussion on mistakes we’ve made, things we’ve learned and our Situation Ethics. Big thanks to Cody Eardley and Bugle Magazine for providing relevant, educative, thought provoking articles like the one we discuss today.
THIS IS AN AUDIO ONLY PODCAST
Today on Gritty, I am joined by Adam Janke, Editor in Chief, of the Journal of Mountain Hunting, resident of B.C. and the host of the Beyond the Kill podcast. We discuss the issues surrounding the Grizzly Hunting ban in British Columbia and we go deep on the topic. But before I launch into the conversation with Adam I feel it is important to set the stage for the discussion. The topic is not a sexy one--but it’s extremely important. So please hang on and slog your way through it because this stuff matters.
In August of this year, the left-leaning New Democratic government, propped up by the Green Party, took office in British Columbia in July after ousting the Liberals who had ruled the province for 16 years. A few weeks ago, Doug Donaldson, the province’s minister of forests and lands announced that (quote) “it is abundantly clear that the grizzly hunt is not in line with the public’s values.” Donaldson also said (in an interview with the CBC News) that the level of Grizzly Bear hunting in BC is sustainable. However, Donaldson says the decision to end trophy hunting is “not a matter of numbers, it’s a matter of society has come to the point in B.C. where they are no longer in favour of the grizzly bear trophy hunt.”
I can’t help but feel deeply disturbed by the government’s decision to ban Grizzly bear hunting and the justifications behind it.
Make no mistake about it, the Grizzly Bear Ban makes the following statement: “Hunting is immoral.” “You are an evil, dare I say “un-evolved” person if you hunt Grizzly Bears.” And “Hunting grizzly bears is morally reprehensible… we do not need to do this any longer…”
Please understand that their argument is not based on science or rationale. Their justification for banning Grizzly Bear hunting is solely based on moral reasoning. These people have argued and lost the health, science, and conservation argument. So they changed tactics and made this a debate about right and wrong--about morality. And the truth is, the hunting debate has and always will boil down to one thing… the morality of it. Is hunting moral?
The moral argument against hunting is that hunting kills animals unnecessarily. This claim depends on the existence of alternative activities that accomplish hunting’s effects with less or no animal killing. It is said that nutrition does not justify hunting because we have alternative sources of nutrition, namely agriculture and domestic animal production; which does not kill animals or only kills farm animals.
Today on Gritty, my guest is my good friend Phil Mendoza and our topic is Targeting Buck Fever. Phil is a stud. Period. Not just because he’s an incredible hunter, archer, Train To Hunt champion, owner of Alpha Bowhunting and the Alpha Bowhunting Challenge and not because he’s the owner of the biggest archery shop in Denver; although that resume pretty sick. No, Phil is a stud because of his character. “The best index to a person's character is how he treats people who can't do him any good, and how he treats people who can't fight back.” ― Abigail Van Buren
And that quote about sums up Phil and why I like him so much. He’s been a guest on the podcast before. Early on, when I started the Gritty Bowmen podcast, Phil and Aron Snyder went on an Epic Big Horn Sheep hunt and Aron tells the story on GB EPISODE 24 and 30. More recently, Phil was a guest on episode 255 where he and our friends from Fit 4 The Hunt talked about Physical Conditioning and The Mental Game--those have been popular episodes and if you’ve never listened them, I recommend you check them out.
Phil wrote a booklet, not too long ago, that he titles Targeting Buck Fever. Every hunter, every archer has struggled at one time or another with Buck Fever. The urban dictionary defines buck fever as, “nervousness felt by novice hunters when they first sight game.” Which is absolute rubbish because buck fever can affect both new and experienced hunters. When the stakes are high, when you’re on that once-in-a-lifetime hunt, when it’s the last hour of the last day, when the buck of your dreams presents a last second shot, buck fever can wreck you. So how do you rise to occasion, hold your mud, and crush that shot? Well, that’s the discussion that Phil and I have on today’s podcast. It’s good stuff. Take a listen and if you like what you hear, do me a favor and link up with Phil on his Alpha Bowhunting Instagram and Youtube Channels and checkout his book on Amazon. As always, thanks for tuning in to Gritty and making this show possible.
Today on Gritty, I’m on location in Oklahoma with Tim Burnett. We’re on a whitetail hunt in Oklahoma. And I’m trying to self-film my hunt. And… it’s not so easy. Tim shares his philosophy on self-filming. And we stray from the subject of self-filming hunts to the topic of so-called trophy hunting--and the propensity of weak people to fault-find and criticize others to make themselves feel better about their own lives. Because if you can hate on a post about a kid’s first bull elk, you’ve got problems and I’m not afraid to say, “grow-up” and “get a life.” Stop saying things that make you weak. And figure yourself out. Too many people assume the problems of the world are someone else's fault. A true person tries to change him or herself, which is more difficult and less grand. If we all focused on fixing ourselves instead of trying to fix everybody else the world would be a better place. And if you think you don’t have anything to fix--think again. Evil is the force that believes its knowledge is complete.
The reality is this:
•Everybody acts out a myth,
•but very few people know what their myth is.
•And you should know what your myth is,
•because it might be a tragedy.
• And maybe you don't want it to be.
Today on Gritty, I’m joined by John Barklow and Chris Derek. John is the Big Game Product Manager at Sitka Gear and Chris is the Whitetail Product Manager at Sitka. AND, I am joined by Sloane Brown from Backbone Media, a public relations, social media and content marketing agency for active lifestyle brands. AND I’m joined by my good friend, Casey Harbertson, partner and owner of MTN OPS.
The group of us were invited to Sloane’s family ranch in Texas to hunt whitetails. And although we talk whitetail hunting on an upcoming episode--this episode is more technical in nature--it’s about survival, it’s about managing moisture within your chosen clothing system. It’s about hunter responsibility. It’s about staying gritty in hostile and sometimes deadly conditions. By the end of this episode you should have a better understanding of clothing layering systems and when and why they matter. And, hopefully, as a result of this episode, you’ll be better prepared for surviving an extreme cold disaster. And after this podcast, if you’d like to learn more about A Navy SEAL Rewarming Drill, go to Sitkagear.com and search “Rewarming Drill.”
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with SOLO HNTR, Tim Burnett. We talk about our Oklahoma Whitetail hunt, Public Lane Hunting vs. Guided Hunts and Tim shares his most meaningful hunt.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we are in Canada at Primitive Outfitting. We talk with guide, Ben Jackson and hunter, Clay Reinarz. Clay was fortunate enough to get one of the last Grizzly hunting tags before they closed Grizzly hunting in Canada. He shares the story of his Longbow Grizzly hunt and how things went a little sideways. Check it out. To learn more about the Canadian Grizzly Ban check out Episodes 282 and 278.
Today on Gritty, I am joined by Tim Burnett, aka SOLO HUNTER and we talk about branding, marketing and business. Tim and I are in the business of content creation and so our branding and marketing discussion leans that direction. I really like Tim--he’s got a “what you see is what you get” personality that I find refreshing. And he doesn’t over complicate things--words like, “don’t be a jackass” are pretty easy to comprehend. Nonetheless, in classic fashion, I ask him to elaborate on the “jackass” statement just to be sure I fully understand it.
I ask Tim how Solo started. What’s the biggest mistake people make when creating a brand name. We talk about our objectives when we create content. And we talk about the importance of good business partners and how you know whether you have a good one or not. We agree that media consumption habits differ greatly from platform to platform, for example., from TV to FB to Instagram to Youtube to Twitter--and people have preferred platforms. We discuss the differences between platforms and we share our thoughts on how our messaging differs from platform to platform.
This isn’t all we talk about, but this intro gives you a good idea of what this show is about. I hope you find this episode helpful. In today’s world, nearly everyone is a content creator of some sort. So I don’t believe this episode is just for those trying to build a brand per se. This episode can help those who are actively involved in promoting the hunting life, conservation and life values. Finally, please know that Tim and I are by no means experts in marketing or content creation--we just know what has worked for us and we share it on this podcast.
For those who want to learn more about these topics, I recommend that you read the following books:
The Thank You Economy, Crush It, and Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook by Gary Vaynerchuk. And for those wanting to start a new career and chase a more meaningful job, check-out the book START, by Jon Acuff. In this book, “Jon Explores the five stages every life goes through on the path to awesome and looks at what it takes to punch fear in the face, escape average and do work that matters.”
On the episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about missing the shot and reducing the “cone of variables”. Be sure to listen to the previous parts to this episode; Episodes 291 and 292. We are joined by Aron Snyder, Bryan Broderick of Lost Arrow Films, David Brinker of Sitka Gear in Alberta, Canada.
On the episode of Gritty Bowmen we are joined by Aron Snyder, Bryan Broderick of Lost Arrow Films, David Brinker of Sitka Gear in Alberta, Canada. We continue our discussion from the previous episode by talking about David’s recent change from traditional archery to a compound. David has struggled with target panic and since he switched to a hinge release and a compound and followed some of Joel Turner’s advice, he has found success.
On the episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about our 2017 Mule Deer Hunt in Alberta, Canada. We are joined by Aron Snyder, Bryan Broderick of Lost Arrow Films & David Brinker of Sitka Gear. We begin this discussion by sharing our mule deer stalks and Aron talks Mechanical vs. Fixed Blade Broadheads and Bryan Broderick shares his success with the longbow.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I interview my Grandfather, Joe Lane. My Grandfather is nearly 90 years of age and his time on this earth is almost over. Every human being travels the road of life. And in my estimation, the best humans among us are the ones who travel their road with moral fortitude--the best among us are those who love the best they can. I know this might come across as fairytale-ish to some, but I truly believe this to be so.
My Grandpa Joe has never been a perfect man. But I can say with certainty that he has always loved; and although that love maybe imperfect, it’s always been at the heart of who he wants and strives to be and he has modeled well for me how a man should love and cherish his wife. And what higher endeavor can a man aspire to than to love and reduce suffering in the world? There are those in this world who honestly “TRY” to be a good person. And there are those who make no effort at all to be “good.” My grandfather is the former--and for that I am deeply grateful. My Grandpa has always been a prominent figure in my life. He’s always been a strong man. A man of grit and determination. He’s honestly one of the most physically tough human beings I’ve ever met. Growing up during the Great Depression and in a state of abject poverty he was hardened and forever shaped by the rigors of his youth and on this podcast, myself, my sister, Katie and her husband Bryce talk with my Grandfather about his interesting and diverse life. Things aren’t like they used to be. We’ve traded root cellars for refrigerators and horses for cars. We have smart phones and iPads. And very few of us are in danger of starving to death or dying from Scarlet Fever. So take a listen to this long conversation and then stop complaining about the traffic, or your job, or how things aren’t fair because they could be a whole lot worse. In the words of Jordan B. Peterson, “Pick up your damn suffering and bear it. And try to be a good person so you don’t make it worse.” Because, “Since Auschwitz we know what man is capable of. And since Hiroshima we know what is at stake.”
In other words, man is self-determining AND life has meaning. So act like it. Live a life that is intrinsically good and worth remembering.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, I get to hang out with the one and only Randy Newberg! Randy Newberg identifies himself as a “hunter.” Growing up in a small town in the midwest--Randy spent a lot of time running around on public land hunting and trapping small game. I would say that Randy is the quintessential “Public Land Hunter” and he uses his platforms to advocate for hunters and public access. In addition to representing hunters in Congress and state legislatures, he serves as a volunteer and board member for many hunting and conservation groups. I can honestly say that Randy Newberg is one of my favorite people on the planet. He says what he means and and means what he says. And if you don’t like what he has to say, well then, you’ve mistaken him for someone who gives a damn. Follow Randy on Instagram and facebook and check-out his youtube channel for some good public land hunting films.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we give our third update on our 2017 Archery Elk Hunt with A-ron Snyder. We talk Giardia, Navigatioin, Survival, Elk, Sketchy Wind and more. In case you missed the first two updates go check out Episodes 283 & 284.
Round Two: On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we give an update on our 2017 Archery Elk Hunt with Cousin Ben Morris and A-ron Snyder.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we give an update on our 2017 Archery Elk Hunt with Cousin Ben Morris and A-ron Snyder.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Aron Snyder and I share our recent archery mountain goat hunt in British Columbia with Bart Lancaster.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with Rihana & Ty Cary at the SHOT show in Vegas. I love Blacktail hunting and Rihana shares how she got a monster in 2016. We talk about the Cameron Hanes 5k run and how Ty & Rihana stay motivated to train during the off season. If you haven't seen it, go check out my "Treestand 101" video. It's good stuff.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Outdoor Anna Lea. She shares some recipes and why she hunts. You can find her recipes on outdoorannalea.com and follow her in Instagram as outdoorannalea
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about the recent Grizzly Ban in BC, Archery techniques and Aron's recent antelope hunt.
On this Gritty Gear Review we talk Bino Harnesses. We review the Alaska Guide Creations, Marsupial Gear and Sitka Gear Bino Harness. Each one has pros and cons and you'll find out which ones we plan to use for our upcoming hunts. -Stay Gritty
I was fortunate to meet Samantha Reynolds and Michael Barry at the @ladieshuntingcamp this summer. As I got to know them I was impressed by their perspective and attitude toward hunting. I felt as though these two individuals embodied the "new hunters" that Shane Mahoney (@conservation_visions) spoke of in the last podcast. Sammy isn't quite sure if she's ready to hunt; but Mike is committed and Samantha supports him. I hope this episode gets you thinking about hunting, why you do it, and how you represent hunters at large.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I talk with Shane Mahoney. Shane Patrick Mahoney is the President and CEO of Conservation Visions Inc.. A Newfoundland native, he holds both an Honors and a Masters of Science degree in Zoology from Memorial University of Newfoundland. Mahoney has over 30 years experience working primarily as a scientist, wildlife manager, policy innovator and strategic advisor.
Shane is a brilliant and passionate conservationist. And he has been working on a massive project called “The Wild Harvest Initiative.” Shane explains it like this: Safe, healthy food is important to everyone. Every year, some 40 million citizens in the United States and Canada take to the fields, mountains, forests, streams, and lakes, returning with a harvest of wildlife and fish to feed their families and share with friends. Just how much of this natural, organic food do these two nations provide annually, and how valuable is it to our societies? At this point, no one really knows. “It’s time we did know,” said Shane Mahoney, founder and CEO of Conservation Visions, Inc., a private conservation organization focused on building broader coalitions in support of biodiversity and the natural world. “We’ve known for well over a century that conservation of the world’s ecosystems is critical to human well being and that the sustainable use of wild resources brings enormous and unique benefits to human beings everywhere.”
On november 30th of this year, British Columbia says it will no longer allow the trophy hunting of grizzly bears in the Canadian province.
Of the approximately 15,000 grizzlies in British Columbia, about 250 are killed by hunters annually, according to government figures.
Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development Minister Doug Donaldson characterized that level of hunting as “sustainable” in an interview with the CBC.
However, he says the decision to end trophy hunting is “not a matter of numbers, it’s a matter of society has come to the point in B.C. where they are no longer in favour of the grizzly bear trophy hunt.”
The key word in the above statement is “trophy.” As stated, the population of Grizzly Bears is robust and the harvest rates are sustainable; but regardless of these facts, Grizzly Bear hunting has been banned by the voice of the people. And something that was “legal” is not legal anymore. I’ve been saying this for a long time, legal is not an argument for hunting. As Steven Rinella recently said, “it’s legal for a man to cheat on his wife but nobody believes that makes it okay.”
Why did 90% of the electorate vote against “trophy hunting Grizzly bears?” If you’re a hunter, are you surprised by this vote? Is hunting even a relevant activity in today’s world? Why do people despise trophy hunting? What is trophy hunting? How have hunters in the United States and Canada portrayed hunting in the last 20 to 30 years? What motives and values do we display and promote on our TV Shows and Social Media Outlets? Does it matter? If we send the wrong message, what’s at stake?
These are the sorts of questions that Shane tackles on a regular basis. I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to personally visit with Shane and have him as a guest on this podcast.
I hope you listen to this entire podcast and that it causes you to feel an increased measure of concern for wild animals and wild places. For, “hunters of have an inseparable relationship with nature and a responsibility to protect it.”
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with my good buddy, Jason Phelps of Phelps Game Calls. Jason shares some of his elk hunting experiences and what he's learned along the way.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Sthealthy Hunter, Ryan Lampers and I review the book, "Boone: A Biography" by Robert Morgan. We talk about Daniel Boone's life as he helped bridge the gap of westward expansion in the United States, his love of the frontier and how he felt as it started to become "over populated", how he was captured by Indians and managed to escape, his daughter's capture and much, much more.
If you liked this podcast you may also enjoy our other Gritty Book Club reviews: EPISODE 196: Extreme Ownership with Corey Jacobsen and Jordan Harbertson EPISODE 223: Ego Is The Enemy with Corey Jacobsen and Jordan Harbertson
Additional Book Club Suggestions based on this book: American Serengeti by Dan Flores The Journey of Crazy Horse: A Lakota History by Joseph Marshall The River of Doubt: Theodore Roosevelt's Darkest Journey by Candice Millard
GrittyBC #GBC
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk broadheads with Aron Snyder. He talks about mechanical vs. fixed blade and pros and cons to both.
Broadheads reviewed on this podcast: NAP Kill Zone, Grave Digger Cut on Contact, Grave Digger Chisel Tip, Iron Will.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Aron and I talk about our experience at the Total Archery Challenge in Big Sky, Montana. We discuss some exciting new things coming up for Aron, as well as our upcoming 2017 hunting season.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk with Dustin Roe and Cole Kramer at the Sitka Converge in Bozeman, Montana. Dustin and Cole are backpack sheep, moose, bear and mountain goat hunting specialists.They are a wealth of knowledge. We also talk about Dustin's pack dogs and the pros and cons. Dustin owns Backcountry BC and Beyond, which is his freelance guide service. Cole owns Kramer Kodiak Guide Service and Adventure Mountain Hunts. I hope this episode makes you as excited for hunting season as it does for me. -Stay Gritty
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I hang out at xXx Archery in Rainier Oregon with good friend, Jason Phelps. I asked Jason to give me some elk calling lessons and decided we might as well throw on the headsets. I hope you find this information valuable and good luck on your hunts.
More podcasts like this: EPISODE 26: Get'em Close Elk Hunting Seminar with Jason Phelps & Aron Snyder EPISODE 99: Phelps' Elk Nuggets #1 EPISODE 101: Phelps' Elk Nuggets #2 EPISODE 105: Phelps' Elk Nuggets #3 EPISODE 115: Phelps' Elk Nuggets #4 EPISODE 118: Phelps' Elk Nuggets #5 EPISODE 126: Phelps' Elk Nuggets #6
This is an Audio Only podcast. We decided to go ahead and publish it for our listeners as a courtesy. We hope you like it. On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk with my friend Mark Livesay of Treeline Pursuits. I first met Mark at the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Rendezvous in Missoula, Montana. On this podcast we talk about hunting with Llamas; Mark's new obsession. Check it out. It's good stuff. You can follow Mark on social media @treeline_pursuits on instagram or Treeline Pursuits on Facebook.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Brandon Bates, Casey Harbertson and Brian Brian McElrea to talk technology and hunting.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we hear from Elk Calling Champion, Corey Jacobsen of Elk101.com. Corey shares their story of making the film, "The Linguists". This is an audio only podcast.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk with MMA fighter, Chad Mendes and former MMA fighter, Luke Caudillo. This podcast is just a bunch of guys hanging out and having a good time. Aron and Luke go way back and they like to talk smack. It's funny stuff.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with CrossFit Games Athlete, Chris Spealler. Chris recently qualified for the 2017 games in the newly formed 35-39 year-old Masters Level Men’s competition. We at Gritty Bowmen will be rooting for him in August!
Chris and I discuss exercise myths, his experience with over training and how to prevent injury and still maintain your fitness if you are working through an injury.
Chris is a former college wrestler from a family of standout athletes, Chris Spealler quickly became one of CrossFit’s leading ambassadors, impressing and inspiring newcomers to the sport with his underdog spirit, unequaled work ethic, and warm personality. A competitor at the very first CrossFit Games in 2007. He was the only performer from the ’07 Games who was also in the 2014 games.
Spealler continues to train and coach at CrossFit Park City in Utah, where he lives with his wife Sarah and their two children.
Chris has just started his own podcast called Icon Athlete Podcast. If you want to learn more about fitness or just like Chris Spealler, do me a favor, and go and subscribe to his podcast. Check it out!
Featured on this podcast:
iconathlete.com
http://iconathlete.com/the-vault/
https://www.instagram.com/cspealler/
https://www.facebook.com/ChrisSpealler
https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/icon-athlete-podcast/id1126149472?mt=2
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Aron Snyder talks about how to improve your shooting. Brian and Aron also talk about some of the recent events, like the Total Archery Challenge in Snowbird and The Alpha Bowhunting Challenge.
Previous Gritty Bowmen Episodes mentioned in this podcast: EPISODE 86 : The Arrow Podcast with Cory Miller EPISODE 152: Aron Snyder's Shot Process For Compound & Traditional Episode 153: Iron Mind Hunting with Joel Turner EPISODE 197: ARROWS with Aron Snyder EPISODE 262: Controlled Process Shooting with Joel Turner
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Joel Turner of ironmindhunting.com. Joel has been teaching how to execute the shot through a controlled process at his clinics and his online course. For more information visit his website or checkout Gritty Bowmen Episode 153: Iron Mind Hunting with Joel Turner.
Hello folks, on this episode of Gritty Bowmen I was able to hang out with my friends from Rockhouse motion--Aaron Hitchins, Dustin Lutt and Logan Ross. Sometimes you meet someone who’s work you’ve admired. Or an individual you’ved looked up to because of the message they’ve shared or the principles they stand for. And so in your mind you’ve built them up into something special--and then you meet them and you’re utterly disappointed. They’re not who you thought they were and you feel totally let down. BUT, then there’s the opposite… you meet that person and they’re even cooler than you expected. They’re a breath of fresh air and you feel fortunate to have met them. Well… that’s how I feel about Rockhouse Motion--they’re remarkably talented, quirky, creative, deep-thinking, down-to-earth folks that I feel blessed to know. On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about Logan’s hunting season--being a new hunter who has never killed an animal; we talk about her thoughts and experiences from this past season. Dustin shares his thoughts on having a wife how hunts. And we learn a little more about the stark differences in personality between Dustin and Aaron and how they hunt differently. This is a late night conversation in a hotel room after pulling some long days at the ATA Show earlier this year. I thoroughly enjoy these late-night conversations with excellent people. Sit in and take a listen. And if you haven’t seen their films or are not familiar with their work, go check out the film, Beyond The Roar ; you’ll be glad you did.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Jana Waller & Jim Kinsey of Skullbound TV. We talk about how they met and fell in love and how they began Skullbound TV. Jana and Jim are two very down-to-earth people that love what they do and share a passion for hunting, conservation and working with wounded veterans.
Hello friends, on EPISODE 251 of the Gritty Bowmen podcast we had the pleasure of hanging out with my friends Ryan and Hillary Lampers from the Hunt Harvest Health podcast to talk testosterone, gut health, diet and more. That same evening, Ryan and Hillary joined me in a discussion with my good friend, and backcountry food aficionado, Heather Kelly, the maker of Heather’s Choice Backcountry Meals. The 4 of us nerd-out on backcountry food and discuss our shared passion for good eating in the backcountry. Heather is a nutrition expert in her own right and she spares no expense in the creation of her backcountry meals and it shows in her products. I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to interview both Heather Kelly and Ryan and Hillary all together on the same AWESOME episode of Gritty Bowmen. Check it out! If you like this episode and you want more like it, let Heather and Hillary and Ryan know how you feel. I hope this episode gets you excited to try some of Heather’s products and to start experimenting with some of your own meals at home.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk with good friend and Head of Customer Support at Kifaru International, Frank (TortLife) Peralta. Frank and Aron talk about their latest hike in Colorado. They talk about navigation, fishing, survival, gear, shelters, cooking as well as manliness, mental toughness and how it can sometimes backfire on you if you're not careful. It's gritty.
Gear Mentioned in this podcast:
Kifaru Sawtooth
Hilleberg Anjan GT 2
Hilleberg Soulo
Fishing Gear:
Panther Martin
Pistol Pete
Daiwa 4 piece ultra light reel
ShakespearePole #Walmart Special
Abu Garcia Reel
Torpedo bobber
Blue fox spinner
rooster tails
cast masters
bead headed brassies
bead headed princes
copper johns
Traeger Grill seasoning
REI quarter dome tent
Kifaru Sawtooth
Hillaberg Staika
Primus Micron Lantern
Steripen
MSR Aquatabs
Gravedigger Broadhead
Amy’s Clothing: Fanatic Hoodie Sitka
Lightweight Core Crew Sitka
Timberline Pants
Prana Halle Pants
Timberline Jacket
Aron’s Clothing:
Core Medium Weight Sitka
Fanatic Hoodie Sitka
Kuhl Renegade Pants
Sitka Ascent Pants
Jetstream Beanie
Kifaru:
Slick Bags 20 degree Regular Length, Wide
Quilt Long Wide
Kifaru Lost Park Parka
Kifaru Woobie
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about communication devices. Aron talks about some of the different types of communication for different situations. The times they've been used in the field and his dealings with Delorme.
Gear mentioned in this podcast:
Iridium GO
DeLorme InReach
SPOT device
Global Star 9505A
Garmin Rhino 650
Garmin Wristwatch GPS 401 foretrex
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk with my good friend Duane, The Rock, Sessions and his brother Wes Sessions. Wes shot the Montana State Record Non-typical Bull Elk this year, on PUBLIC LAND. This episode will make you feel like you're sitting around the campfire swapping hunting stories. It's good stuff.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we hang with my good friend, Train To Hunt Champion, bowhunting phenom and archer extraordinnaire, Phil Mendoza. AKA Backcountry Bowhunting Cholo. AND we hang with my Trash Talking, hyper-fit, Crossfit buddy, Shanely Brezen and my friend, veritable strongman, Brian Horton. Phil Mendoza owns No Limits Archery in Denver, CO and is the Director and owner of Alpha Bowhunting and the Alpha Bowhunting Challenge. And Shanely and Brian direct and operate Fit4TheHunt. On this podcast we talk fitness and hunting, we talk about mental toughness--how to develop it and whether you’re just born with it or not. It’s good stuff--it’s got me striving to dig deeper and push harder when things get tough. But before we dive into this show, allow me to present a quick backcountry hunting tip from the Backcountry, Bowhunting Cholo, also known as Phil, Big Sexy, Mendoza.
Mentioned in this podcast: Episode 24: Phil Mendoza - Trophy Country Big Horn Part 1 Episode 30: Phil Mendoza - Trophy Country Big Horn Part 2 Episode 43: Train to What? Hunt! with Phil Mendoza
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Aron goes over his Archery Tool Kit.
Gear List: Extra “D” loop material Allen Wrenches (depending on how far packing in) 2-Gorilla Glue or Locktite levels (doesn’t always pack these) extra nocks (3 minimum) extra inserts field tips Big tube of glue (leave in my truck) Bowstring Wax Scorpion Venom (leave in my truck) Halo Serving 5-10ft in my pack (Leave the roll in my truck)
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Aron Snyder goes over the gear in his "Possibles Pouch".
Gear list: Medium or Large Kifaru Pull Out Steripen Classic Small ziplock with: Disinfecting wipes alcohol wipes big band aids
Waterproof Cell phone E Case MSR Aquatabs Gore tex patch kit alcohol wipes for the patch kit Seam Grip Gore Tex Gear Aid Seam Grip Sealer & Adhesive Adhesive Knit 2nd Skin Spenco Sleep Aids Benadryl Petzl elite headlamp with batteries extra blades for Tyto knife Mantles for Primus Lantern Gear Aid Tenacious Tape Duct tape Compressed gauzesingle use 6 play cotton white
Pill case contacts oxycontin vicodin ibuprofen migraine pills
Small ziplock with: fire starter kit trioxane tabs waterproof match kit striker
Headlamp Black Diamond 250 lumens Touch side Sunscreen Zip Ties reflective paracord 2.1mm - 50 ft. Garmin 401 foretrex Suunto M9 compass Backup batteries for headlamp
Tyto knife Esee Izula Fizz Endurolytes from Hammer Leuko Tape Ferro Rod
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk with Tim Burnett of SOLO HNTR. Tim talks about solo hunting safety and what you should avoid while hunting solo and the things you can do to help yourself stay out there longer. We also talk about some of the gear he uses, his sleeping system and what sleep aids are doing to your body.
Gear mentioned in this podcast: Thermarest NeoAir Therm-a-rest LuxuryLite Ultralite Cot DeLorme InReach OnXmap Adventure Medical Kits - Survival Medic
Trioxane tablets Spot Sat Phone Meridian SAT phone
Books/Podcasts mentioned in this podcast:
1 Quick Way To Naturually Increase Testosterone: Sleep w/ Dr. Kirk Parsley – EPISODE 113 What is Melatonin? SouthCox Full Draw Full Time Podcast Bear Attack Aron Ralston Story - Between a Rock and a Hard Place
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Ryan and Hillary Lampers of Hunt, Harvest, Health.
So… about a month back--Aron Snyder hit the big 4-0. And I’m well on my way to 43. We’re not exactly old, but we’re not spring chickens either. We’re fit for two older guys--in fact, we’re in better shape now than we were in our early 30s--and we’re pretty happy about that. But father-time isn’t backing down and it’s more important than ever to live well--both physically and emotionally. And that’s why I’m pleased to have Doctor Hillary Lampers and my good buddy Ryan Lampers, aka Donnie Vincent Lampers, on today’s episode of Gritty Bowmen. Ryan is an absolute stud when it comes to bowhunting public lands. And his wife Hillary is a doctor--but not your regular, everyday, run of the mill doctor that I generally mistrust except in the case of dire emergencies; Hillary is the kind of doctor that actually treats root causes of physical distress instead of simply prescribing drugs to treat symptoms.
Hillary and Ryan started a podcast this past December called Hunt Harvest Health--and I’m so glad they did! I’ve been listening to their podcasts on backcountry meal prep, gardening, testosterone, cortisol and other hormones, gut health and the second brain, hunting and more. This past year has been a whirlwind of life-changing events for me. Admittedly, I’m not as fit or feeling quite as froggy as I did a year ago.
If you’ve got little kids around while you’re listening to this podcast, you may want to revisit this episode when they’re not around. This is a talk about health--it’s not time to be squeamish. We talk about things like poop, S.E.X., how to increase testosterone, love languages, etc. You’ve been warned.
Some of you may be thinking that this “health stuff” is boring or that this medical talk is way too complex--but it’s really not--and I truly believe it is life-changing information. So I encourage you to buck-up and take notes. And when you’re done with this podcast, go subscribe to the HUNT HARVEST HEALTH PODCAST and continue learning how to feed your Temple of Power.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Casey Harbertson of MTN OPS and Corey Jacobsen of Elk101.com They've teamed up to offer you a chance to win an archery hunt in the rugged mountains of Montana. There are TWO WAYS to enter.
Every $5 spent at www.MtnOps.com or at an authorized dealer gets you one entry into the VAULT.
The second way to enter is by purchasing a membership to Elk University http://www.elk101.com/onlinecourse/
Hurry and enter before this promotion ends! Enter now and keep your fingers crossed. September is calling! Deadline July 12th at 12pm
USE CODE: GRITTY for BOTH MTN OPS AND ELK101.COM
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we show you EXACTLY what is in our packs WHILE on the mountain. We talk about clothing, stoves, cook stoves, shelters, floor-less shelters, knives, lanterns, headlamps, first aid, fire starter, food, backpacks, fishing tackle, camera gear, sleeping pads and more.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about Aron's recent Grizzly and Black Bear hunts with Primitive Outfitting in British Columbia.
This episode of Gritty Bowmen is coming at you from Whale Pass on Prince of Wales Island in South East Alaska. Our guest is our friend Ken Brough. Ken is a quiet unassuming guy, but if you spend a little time with him you quickly realize there's more to this man than meets the eye.
He’s an accountant by trade but an adventurer at heart. He’s been to some of the most remote areas of Alaska. He’s hunted brown bear, caribou, goat, and sheep to Sitka blacktail and big coastal black bears that Prince of Wales if famous for. A couple years ago Ken quit his accounting practice and started a hunting outfit in whale pass on the island. He calls his outfit Prince of Wales Eagle Lodge. We purchased lodging at his place for two weeks. Ken caters to the DIY hunters who want to do everything on their own, as well as those who wish to be catered to. He basically set us up with a place to sleep, a car to drive and a skiff to cruise the ocean shores with. On this episode we learn more about Ken. The enigmatic accountant/bush pilot. He tells us a few good stories about his adventures and the harrowing adventures of others who have explored Alaska’s wild frontier. Ken shares his knowledge about bears and about POW island and he talks about what drew him to the island. We talk bout the difficulty of judging the bears and the best time to fish the island. It’s good stuff. I hope you enjoy hanging out with this quiet unassuming man as much as we did. If you’re planning a trip to POW island give Ken and his lodge a look. You can find him on instagram @EagleLodgeAlaska. Give him a follow and checkout his website EagleLodgeAlaska.com
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Aron’s long-time friend, Marc Smith, AKA The Muley Slayer. According to Aron, “Marc has killed more things than small pox.” Marc’s main focus is on hunting Mule deer although he is excited to get to hunt Elk this year. We also talk about judging yardage and whether or not it’s ethical to not use a range finder. Checkout Episode 102 to see more backstory of Muley Slayer, Marc Smith. He gives us a glimpse of a less experienced Aron Snyder and how he first cut his teeth on Colorado mule deer. And Aron shares some great stories from their past.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about fitness with none other than Dan Staton. Dan is the current owner of Crossfit Spokane Valley and helped co-found Train to Hunt with long-time friend Kenton Clairmont. We talk about different fitness programs and whether just throwing on a backpack and hiking up a mountain is enough to get you into #ElkShape. You can follow Dan on his YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/elkshape . or on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ElkShape/ or on Instagram @danthefitnessman
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Bryan Marshall, founder of Wishes For Warriors and Erik Galvan a triple amputee and Ambassador for Wishes. These guys are doing stuff that matters and we ALWAYS have a great time when they are on the podcast. Eric talks about the first time he met Bryan on a Tough Mudder course that took them 7 1/2 hours to complete. It’s straight-up inspiring and hilarious at the same time. I really enjoyed this podcast and we love what the Wishes For Warriors organization is doing for our wounded veterans. To learn more about Wishes For Warriors and how you can be a part of it, checkout out Gritty Bowmen episodes 66 & 106 or follow the links below.
Tough Mudder Erik Galvan, USMC
http://wishes4warriors.com/
https://www.facebook.com/WishesForWarriors/
http://wishesforwarriorscorp.org/
@wishes_for_warriors
@erik__g
@bambam0069
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Valkyrie Archery founder Brent Hahn. Valkyrie Broad heads are moderate weight, extreme weight forward delivery systems. "Your material is tougher, more precise and the center pin portion is more accurate compared to a standard shaft." ~Aron Snyder
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Garrett Aida of Dark Energy. Garrett goes over some of the features of why Dark Energy chargers are so durable and long lasting. He shares some of his paragliding adventures and I talk about the many ways Aron Snyder and I use them in the field. Check out more Dark Energy on Gritty Bowmen Episode 178 and Aron's Oft-Overlooked Gear List Episodes 132 & 230. @garrettaida or @darkenergytech on Instagram
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Ryan Carter and Sean Degray of DC Outfitters & The Total Archery Challenge. We talk about hunting big trophy bulls and why Ryan prefers early season.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about what cameras we're using, the lenses and why. Sony A7R2 85mm Batis
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about Camera Gear and the 15 Do's and Dont's we wish that we had known when we got started.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about camera gear basics; Camera 101, Auto or manual focus, white balance, ISO, shutter speed, aperture, etc.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Donnie Drake, Dirk Durham and Corey Jacobsen. These men are Elk hunting masters and are consistently getting it done. We talk about hunting dynamics, relationships, ego, nutrition, exercise and throw a few Elk hunting stories in as well. For more information check out elk101.com and follow them on social media.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Aron Snyder teaches how to adjust your pack and his knife setup for 2017.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk with David Brinker and John Barklow about the 2017 Sitka Gear Products.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Brian and Aron answer more listener questions regarding shelters, condensation, gear and more.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Suzanne Call and Jordan Harbertson to talk about Cancer, Life, Love, Faith and Hope.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we answer questions from our listeners. For show notes please visit our website grittybowmen dot com
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Aron Snyder compares the Kifaru Sawtooth to the Kifaru Tut.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet again with Candy Yow of Extreme Desire TV to talk about Ladies Hunting Camp. We are joined with Asha Aiello and Riza Lesser this year. Ashais the Marketing Manager of Cabelas in Tualatin, Oregon. She strives to connect customers with opportunities for outdoor recreation and learning. Which is exactly what this Ladies Hunting Camp is all about. Riza is Leupold's Marketing Program Manager. Riza went to the camp last year for the firs time and shares her experience and why she's such proponent of the event. This year they will have a camp in Oregon and in Utah. To register or find out more please go to http://ladieshunting.com
On this podcast we meet Kip Fowler. Kip is a long-time friend of Aron Snyder's. Kip talks about his Super Man Buck, How his hunting techniques have evolved over the years, tips on consistently getting big bucks and how he and Aron became friends.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Garrett Carr of Hidden Instinct and Eric Chesser and Casey Lavere of HUSH. Garrett and Micah Fey have built a successful Youtube Channel helping people hunt predators. We talk specifically about Coyote hunting and its purpose. As well as how hunting coyotes can help you hone your hunting skills for other western big game animals.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Ben Dettamanti, also known as @shedcrazy on Instagram. Ben is your typical “class clown” and what better avenue to support such natural tendencies than Social Media. Ben started his own Instagram page called @shedcrazy a few years ago to share his passion for shed hunting. Over time it morphed into a satirical compilation of hunting life. On this podcast we get a little serious and get to know the real @shedcrazy and have a lot of laughs along the way.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Mark Boardman & Paul Neess of Vortex Optics. We talk about a few of their new 2017 products, as well as share tips on how to grid when glassing and which optics to take for different hunting situations.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk more in-depth about our Alabama Whitetail hunt.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Damon Bungard of Orion Coolers. Orion coolers are made by Jackson Kayaks. They took the knowledge they already had for making Kayaks and used their skills to make some pretty innovative coolers. They're made in the USA and each is unique. But, Orion Coolers aren't just flashy. In addition to keeping things cool, they’ve got some pretty sweet design features we think you’ll love! We talk about custom colors, exterior design features, interior space issues for common things put in coolers, exterior space issues for fitting in the back of your vehicle and the importance of quality. Be sure to check out the Orion Chronicles coming up in April as well.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Kristy Titus, Jules McQueen and Jana Waller at the ATA Show to talk about Accubow. Accubow is an Archery Training Aid.
These three ladies share their experience of using the Accubow and the features they love.
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On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with friend David Brinker. David is an avid Traditional archer and he shares about his recent visit with Joel Turner at the Sitka Office. He tells us about some of his favorite Sitka gear and the new women's line. David has been a guest on the Gritty Bowmen before and is no stranger to singing around the MTN OPS booth or the campfire.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we have a surprise for you. A contest. We also share about upcoming events and hunts. Check out this episode for all the Gritty Contest details and prizes like a Kifaru Pack, MTN OPS, Dark Energy Chargers, Black Eagle Arrows and more.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation at the 2017 ATA Show.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we are at the 2017 ATA Show with Mark Kenyon of Wired to Hunt.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Donnie Vincent. Donnie is a self proclaimed explorer, biologist, conservationist and sportsman. He has created hunting films such as, The River's Divide and Terra Nova. Donnie's drive and passion for the outdoors has guided him and inspired him to pursue the wilds of the untamed backcountry and share his story with the world.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Traeger Grills Outdoor Marketing Manager, Tyler Stark and BBQ Pitmaster Chad Ward. Chad and Tyler drop some knowledge on what sets Traeger apart from other Grills and Smokers. We find out how their pellets are made and why it’s important and how to be the next BBQ Rockstar at your Hunting Camp.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about Crispi Hunting Boots with the U.S. distributor for Crispi--who is none other than our friend Kendall Card, founding partner of Camofire and Black Ovis. And we are joined by Scott Deyoung who is the lead guy over customer service and all things Crispi Boots at Crispi U.S. headquarters.
This is part 1 of 2 podcasts about Crispi Boots. In this podcast we talk about the history of Crispi boots, an italian boot company, and how they came to the U.S. market. It starts out as a sad story that includes a single dishonest individual who lies and cheats for personal gain. But I quite like where the story ends--especially because I’m now wearing the best pair of boots I’ve ever owned.
In part 2 of this podcast we get into the details of the boots--how they’re constructed and the differences between each model available.
Also, today, November 28th, is the last day of Crispi’s 20% off sale. If you like what you hear in today’s podcast, now is a good time to get yourself a pair of great boots.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with Sean Degray and Casey Harbertson of MTN OPS and discuss their upcoming archery tournament.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I share some of my favorite elk hunting stories with my cousin Ben Morris and my friend Anthony Spencer.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Tim Burnett of SOLO HNTR shares tips and tricks of how to film your own solo hunts. Tim gives us some insight into his family life and what "really matters" and why hunting may or may not be at the top of that list.
Hunting, Bowhunting, Archery, Solo Hunting, Rifle Hunting, Rifles, How to Solo Hunt the SOLO HNTR way, Basic tips on getting the perfect hunting film, How to film your own hunts, What equipment to use for outdoor filming.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Aron Snyder and I talk about the gear we used on our 2016 elk hunt. We share what worked and what didn't.
What's in Aron Snyder's Backpack this year? Please do not contact the Kifaru office regarding the new packs until approximately Sept. 26th.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about the perception of Hunters on Social Media and the Bowmar / Under Armour debacle.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we visit with friend Scott Carr at Brent Hahns home in Salem Oregon at after Joel Turner’s Iron Mind Hunting shooting clinic.
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On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, Aron Snyder and myself hang out with the Eastmans, Guy and Ike Eastman of the Eastmans’ Hunting Journal, Eastmans’ Bowhunting Journal and Eastmans’ TV.
The Eastmans’ tradition began in 1956 with Gordon Eastman. Gordon was a true pioneer in adventure hunting and outdoor wildlife cinematography. His first project was in the wilds of Alaska. He was also among the first to ever film in the North Country, and built such a solid reputation that Walt Disney himself hired Gordon to film outdoor productions in the 1960s.
Today Mike, Guy and Ike carry on Gordon’s legacy by producing the industry-leading publications of Eastmans’ Hunting and Bowhunting Journals in combination with the award-winning Eastmans’ Hunting TV show that airs 52 weeks a year and showcases fair chase rifle and bow hunts on all western big game.
This is just a fun podcast with some solid dudes! If you’re not subscribed to Eastmans’ Hunting Journal and/or Eastmans’ Bowhunting Journal you should go to www.eastmans.com
and get signed-up. Eastmans’ has been around for a long time and continues to be a powerful influence for good in the hunting industry. Get involved, support their work and get yourself a sweet western hunting magazine to boot.
On this podcast Aron Snyder and I talk about some upcoming events that we'll be attending, as well as some gear list items that slide under the radar.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Aron Snyder shares his recent bear hunt, his introduction to Alone TV and some insight on being Naked & Afraid.
Aron Snyder, Alone TV, Vancouver Island, Bear Hunting, Hunting, Survival, Fieldcraft, Land Navigation
Okay friends! On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Mark Brownlee and myself hang out with our friend Greg Munther at the annual (BHA) Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Rendezvous. Greg is from the older generation… like he’s 72 years old. But he doesn’t seem that old--he’s still getting out and killing big horn sheep, coues deer, mule deer, and elk with his stickbow, which he’s been shooting his entire life. Greg tells us how he uses Llamas to help him get things done in the backcountry. He’s an inspiring person. And his passion for the outdoors and for hunting is infectious. In his younger years, Greg Munther was a Forest Service biologist, District Ranger and natural resource consultant. He has been roaming the hills, streams and lakes of Montana continuously since 1976, with passions split between bowhunting, bird hunting and flyfishing. He lives in Missoula with his wife, Sherry, of 35 years and their German Shorthair Pointer Lucy, and their 3 llamas. Greg is the BHA Montana Chapter Chairman. Ladies and gentlemen, meet Greg Munther.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, Mark Brownlee and I do a little Heather’s Choice taste test. Heather’s Choice is owned by Heather Kelly. Heather was on episode 114 of the Gritty Bowmen podcast--and on that episode we geeked out on nutrition and talked about her backcountry meals. On that episode, the Gritty Scotsman and I said that we would do a little taste test of Heather’s Choice meals and report back to you. We also said, we would go one step further and perform a poop test--you know… validate whether Heather’s food exists the body without causing undue harm.
We are happy to report that Heather’s Choice does not cause any stomach cramping, bloating, farting, or other gastrointestinal miseries. We did not film the results of the poop test--you’re gonna have to take our word for it.
In this podcast I read from an article in Elk Hunter magazine about Heather’s Choice meals. But I mistakenly say the article is in Western Hunter magazine--it’s not. Just to be clear, the Heather’s Choice article is in the recent summer 2016 edition of Elk Hunter magazine.
If you’re one of those people who can’t stand it when people talk while eating--this podcast isn’t for you. We did not record this video with the intention of it being a formal podcast--so it’s a unpolished. Listen at your own risk. Better yet, go watch it on our website or through Gritty Bowmen TV on iTunes.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Jason Phelps shares a few more choice bits of Elk wisdom. How to Call Elk with Jason Phelps.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, Aron Snyder, Anthony Spencer, and myself hang out with the veritable, authentic, what-you-see-is-what-you-get, sheep hunting adventurer Bryan Martin of Asian Mountain Outfitters. Bryan has hunted all over the world--from Canada and the U.S. to the Asian countries of Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Russia, Pakistan, Tajikistan and more. On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we discuss rugged mountain hunting--our topics range from dealing with such things as swamp butt to whether or not women are as tough as men. A fair warning: things get dicey in this podcast--Bryan is a little like Donald Trump--not too worried about saying things that offend people. And Bryan isn’t shy about his opinions either. Like I said, what you see is what you get--Bryan is direct and too the point. We have attached a copy of Bryan’s gear list to the show notes on our website for this podcast episode. You can learn more about Bryan and Asian Mountain Outfitters at www.asianmountainoutfitters.com
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, we hang out with our friend Cory Miller, owner of xXx Archery, at his bowshop in Rainier Oregon. We talk to Cory about compound-bow tuning. This podcast has some visual footage that you will want to watch if this stuff is new to you. At the very end of this podcast we inserted some video footage of Cory teaching my cousin Ben how to properly grip and hold a compound bow when shooting. In Cory’s experience as a tournament bow shooter for PSE and an archery shop owner--improper grip is one of the most common mistakes that he sees in archery shooters. Checkout the video at the end of this podcast for a brief lesson from Cory on how the grip should be done. If you live in the area, check-out xXx Archery--it’s worth the drive. And now, Cory has a super-cool Techno Shoot that’s a blast to play with. Go to our website or to our Youtube channel to see a video of Cousin Ben and the Gritty Scotsman go head-to-head in a Techno Shoot-out. It’s good, gritty fun.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, we hang out with traditional archer, conservationist, and film producer Clay Hayes of Twisted Stave Media. On this podcast we on location at the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Annual Rendezvous. Clay makes his own bows and hunts with them--he carves them out of a piece of wood. He’s a “real” hard-core traditional archer. He and I and Mark Brownlee get to know each-other on this podcast. We talk about his films, which I highly recommend. And I think Clays films are especially good to share with your non-hunting friends. You can find his films at http://www.twistedstave.com/ I really like Clay. He’s a deep and thoughtful person. And his films are the same.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, Brian and Aron meet with Tom & Danny Clum of Rocky Mountain Specialty Gear.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Jason Phelps shares more of his elk nuggets of wisdom. Hunting Roosevelt Elk on the Oregon Coast.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I travel to Boise Idaho and visit with friend, Corey Jacobsen, multiple time world elk calling champion and owner of ELK101--ELK101.com. In this podcast, we have a good time answering elk-hunting questions that new, and old, elk hunters commonly ask. It’s GRITTY stuff.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Jason Phelps shares more of his Elk Nuggets of wisdom. What is Jason's go-to calling sequence? How can you set the scene Bob Ross style? And more.
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On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, Mark Brownlee and myself visit with Randy Newberg and Jeff Sposito. Randy Newberg is the host and producer of the TV show Fresh Tracks with Randy Newberg--a show about self-guided hunting on public lands. Randy is also the host of Hunt Talk Radio, aka, Randy Newberg Unfiltered. As an avid conservationist, Randy advocates on behalf of hunters, educating his audience in the role hunters have played in restoring wildlife to America in what he calls “The greatest story never told.” Randy shares his passion for our public lands, a place for all hunters, “whether they are, or are not, a man of means.” Jeff Sposito is with Sitka Gear and he is also an avid conservationist and with a little help from Randy has launched a new conservation program titled, “2% for conservation.” It was my pleasure to have them on the podcast. And if you’re not already, I hope each of you who are listening will take the time follow Randy. He’s kind of an old dude--sorry Randy--but Newberg has been around awhile and he knows a bit of history that most young hunters don’t have a clue about. And I’m grateful he’s on our side--that we’ve got someone like Randy advocating on behalf of public lands and the animals that live on them. And do what you can to support Jeff’s project, 2% For Conservation. Call him up, get on his website, follow him on Instagram--ask him how you can help. Remember this quote by Shane Mahoney; because it’s true: “Wildlife and wild places no longer exist by accident or without the intervention of those that truly and deeply care.”
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, Mark Brownlee and myself visit with Ryan Callaghan and Kenton Carruth of First Lite at the annual BHA Rendezvous. Since 2007, First Lite Clothing has been dedicated to building the best hunting gear on the market out of the most reliable materials and fabrics. Aron Snyder has been a long-time proponent of First Lite gear and for good reason. Not only do they make top quality technical clothing--the company is also ran by some of the coolest cats in the hunting industry--guys and gals who actually get outside and use their gear--and perhaps most importantly, guys who give back to the hunting industry and to nature by proactively investing in conservation efforts year-round. Kenton and Ryan are the kind of guys you want to hunt with; entertaining, hard-working, and gritty.
2% For Conservation http://www.fishandwildlife.org/conservation-loop/
firstlite.com
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, I took a break from running the show, and in my place, Aron and Anthony interview Aron’s long-time friend, Ryan Avery, co-owner of Rockslide. These two have know each other for years, and can rib each-other like only good friends can. If you’re not already logging on to Rokslide and checking things out, give it a look. The site is packed with top-notch backcountry hunting information.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen Aron Snyder and I talk cook stoves. Aron also shows us some of the latest Kifaru backpacks coming soon and the winner is announced for the Kifaru Apollo Backpack.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, A-ron and myself hang out with his long time friend Mark Smith, AKA Muley Slayer. Mark Smith has, in Aron’s own words, “killed more things than small pox.” Specifically, Mark is all about Mule Deer. Mark gives us get a glimpse of a less experienced Aron Snyder and how he first cut his teeth on colorado mule deer. And Aron shares some great stories from their past.
Jason Phelps shares some Elk Nuggets of wisdom on this episode of Gritty Bowmen. Stay tuned for more episodes each week.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, Anthony Spencer and myself sit down, for second interview, with my good friends Ty and Rihanna Cary at the MTN OPS booth at the Northwest Hunting and Conservation EXPO in Salt Lake City Utah. We discuss Ty’s film production company, Standing Buck Productions. Ty tells us about camera gear and filming hunts with Jim Shockey and about Ty’s upcoming projects. Ty and Rihanna are cool. They truly love the outdoors and the hunting industry and want to do their best to positively influence the people around them.
Featured on this podcast:
Standing Buck Productions
Rihana Ray Instagram
Standing Buck Instagram
Red
1DC Canon
FS700 Sony Sony PMW-EX1R GoPro Hero4 Kristy Titus
Scott Haugen
On this episode of the Gritty Bowmen our friend Jason Phelps shares some elk calling techniques. Watch for more Elk Nuggets from Jason Phelps coming soon.
On this episode of the Gritty Bowmen Aron Snyder talks about the will to live. What does it take to survive in the wilderness? How do you stay mentally focused? Can you train for it? Find the answers to these questions and chase a few squirrels along the way.
Aron shares about the new Apollo backpack from Kifaru International. Use code GRITTY15 to get 15% off that pack for all of our Gritty Bowmen listeners.
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On this episode of the Gritty Bowmen we meet with Mark and Jeff Skousen, Russ Meyer, Anthony Spencer and Corey Jacobsen. What does it take to get an elk on the ground? Do you really need to be in Elk Shape? Or is it just about mental toughness?
On this episode of The Gritty Bowmen Anthony Spencer and I sit down at the Northwest Hunting and Conservation Expo at the MTN Ops booth with two fabulous ladies, Jana Waller and Jules McQueen. You may already know these awesome gals, but you may not know that these two are besties of the first degree. We dive into how they met, some crazy hunts they’ve been on and why women are making a difference in today’s world as it relates to the public’s perception of hunting. This podcast was a blast! I hope you enjoy it as much as we did.
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https://www.instagram.com/skullboundtv/?hl=en
http://www.thesportsmanchannel.com/shows/brotherhood-outdoors/
http://backstageandbackroads.com
carbontv.com
http://julesmcqueen.com
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On this episode of the Gritty Bowmen Aron Snyder and Brian talk about Backcountry Shelters.
Featured in this podcast:
anjan
Soulo
Hilleberg
Zebra Light
Rokslide
Rockslide Kill Kit
Kifaru
supertarp
megatarp
sawtooth
stoves
www.1shotgear.com
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we chat with our good friend Ty Stubblefield of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers.
“They’ve done studies to find out why someone stopped hunting, or why they didn’t get started hunting, and the number one answer was ‘they didn’t have a place to hunt’.”
on this episode of gritty bowmen, A-Aron and I sit down at the Northwest Hunting and conservation expo with Robby Denning, Co owner of Rockslide. Robby is the sort of guy you want to hunt with. Nice, Knowledgable, and an absolute killer. He has been dropping giant Mule Deer Season after season. We discuss What Robby feels are important and often over looked methods of hunting. And we talk about his new book, Hunting Big Mule Deer: How to Take The Best Buck of Your Life.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we’re back with Cory Miller at xXx Archery Shop and he tells us about some of the cool new products he picked up at this year’s ATA show in Kentucky.
If you live in the NW and you’ve never been to the XXX archery shop, you should go there. Corey has a cool, indoor electronic shoot for you to play with. And he’s a limited distributor for Kifaru—so he has pack frames in his store that you can try on with an 85 pound bag of cement to see how it carries. And Corey is very knowledgeable about all things compound bow, backpacking, and hunting.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, we hang out with friend, Tim Burnett, of Solo Hunter at the MTN OPS booth at the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo in Salt Lake City. If you don’t watch Solo Hunter, I think you’re missing out. There are many great episodes but I highly recommend one of Tim’s most recent shows, Season 6, episode 13, GALE FORCE BOW HUNT--this is a December Mule Deer in ID. You can download this episode at SOLOHNTR.VHX.TV. Also, you can watch many of the prior season episodes of SOLO HNTR on Tim’s youtube channel--SOLO HNTR. You can find links to Tim’s shows in the show notes of this podcast. This podcast is a 4-man show; as my hunting partner, Anthony Spencer, and co-host Aron Snyder join in for a laid-back hunt chat with The SOLO HNTR.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I visit with Randy Black Eagle, aka Randy Kitts, and my friend Cory Miller of xXx Archery. Randy tells about his company, what makes Black Eagle unique among arrow makers and he tells us about some of their latest products.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen. I and my hunting partner Anthony Spencer sit down with Russ Meyer and Corey Jacobsen at the Northwest Hunting and Conservation EXPO in Salt Lake City Utah. Anthony and I talk about the first time we met Russ, which was in the peaks of some Arizona mountains chasing elk in mid-september a few years back. Russ has got to be one of the most successful, under-the-radar hunters I’ve ever met. Kind of like Aron Snyder, Russ Meyer is a bit introverted. And like Aron, I think Russ is sometimes misunderstood by those on the outside looking in. But I find people like Russ fascinating. They don’t open-up that easily but once they do, they usually talk your ear off (ahem… Aron Snyder). In this podcast, Russ doesn’t disappoint. We get to know him a little better. He shares his knowledge on how to slay big game year after year, which he has done for decades. And Russ tells us what he does to raise his children with hunting. And we get to hear a little about how he and his wife work-out his days in the field, away from home for months at a time. And Corey Jacobsen shares his insight too—but mostly, I’d say he was just the eye candy.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we hang out with our friend Cory Miller, at his bowshop, xXx archery, in Rainier Oregon. I’ve been getting a lot of questions about arrows and arrow building since Episode 67 with Tim Gillingham. Tim dropped some knowledge on that podcast. Cory helps us make sense of Tim’s information on today’s show. And Cory tells us how to build and tune arrows. Welcome to the Arrow podcast.
If you live in the NW and you’ve never been to the xXx archery shop, you should go there. Cory has a cool, indoor electronic shoot for you to play at. And he’s a limited distributor for Kifaru—so he has pack frames in his store that you can try on with an 85 pound bag of cement to see how it carries. And Cory runs the Kifaru Sawtooth shelter and stove setup—he is very knowledgeable about all things compound bow, backpacking, and hunting. We NorthWest guys are lucky to have him in our neck of the woods.
This podcast has a lot of visuals so it’s worth watching. You can check it out on our youtube channel, grittybowmen.com or download it to your mobile device from GrittyBowmenTV on iTunes or Podbean for Android users.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, Aron Snyder and I visit with friend Matt Davis of Hoyt archery. Matt is very handy with a traditional bow. And Aron and Matt talk about A-Aron’s initial foray into the traditional bowhunting world. Matt knows bows. He’s a wealth of knowledge and a solid dude.
On this episode of The Gritty Bowmen we talk with Aron Snyder of Kifaru International. Aron shares his latest Traditional Bow progress, his experience with various types of tarps, as well as some behind the scenes info from the Western Hunt Expo.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we hang out with our ginger friends, Land Tawney and Ty Stubblefield of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. This was my first chance to meet Land and it was a pleasure. Land Tawney is the Executive Director Backcountry Hunters and Anglers or BHA. And through BHA, Land fights to keep public lands public. And in case you’re wondering… Land is his real name--not his “show” name.
Ty Stubblefield is BHA Chapter Coordinator. Ty knows that hunters and fisherman are true conservationists and stewards of our lands. When Ty isn’t fighting for conservation causes he can be found in the wild places he loves with bow or fly-pole in hand. BHA understands that our public lands are not free and must be fought for.
I’m proud to call these ginger dudes friends.
If you’re not already, become a member of BHA today. And as a member, try to attend the annual BHA rendezvous this year, 2016, in Missoula, Montana on April first through the third. You can learn more about their annual shindig at rendezvous2016.com -- I hope to see you there.
EPISODE 80: On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, Aron Snyder and I hang out with Cameron Hanes and Joe Rogan. Joe Rogan is a podcaster, UFC commentator, stand-up comedian and HUNTER. Joe’s podcast, the Joe Rogan Experience, is a powerhouse. Joe has been an avid hunter Since his first hunting trip with Steven Rinella on the MeatEater show, titled First Timers, Montona Mule Deer, which aired in April 2013. On his podcast, Rogan has interviewed such people as Jim Shockey, Steven Rinellla, Tim Burnett, Remi Warren, and more. Joe has a massive non-hunting audience that loves his show. And he’s been able to use his platform to educate the non-hunting community about how hunting is conservation… about how hunting saves wildlife and wild places. He’s a gifted interviewer, entertainer, and with the help of his good friend Cameron Hanes, I’ve no doubt he’s become a skilled hunter as well… as long as he doesn’t talk to much… so i’ve heard from Cameron.
I don’t think Cameron needs an introduction to the Gritty Community… but here goes anyway for you new hunters or for those of you who live under a rock. Cameron Hanes is a bowhunting fool. And he trains year-round, always pushing his body to failure and beyond. He grew up “getting it done” on public land with elk and deer and bear… today, he continues to inspire both hunters and would-be hunters everyday.
In the middle of this podcast somehwere, we lost a camera angle for a couple minutes--like 10 minutes. Cameron is cut-off the screen… sorry Cam.
This is a fun podcast--you’ve got Joe Rogan, Cameron Hanes, and Aron Snyder, all on the show. It was good time.
http://podcasts.joerogan.net
http://joerogan.net
http://www.cameronhanes.com
https://www.facebook.com/camhanes/
https://www.instagram.com/cameronrhanes/?hl=en
EPISODE 79: On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, Aron Snyder and I hang out with Cameron Hanes at the ATA show in Kentucky. Prior to this event, I had never met Cameron Hanes. I’ve read his books. I’ve watched his blacktail films and some of his hunts with Eastmans. I’ve seen him and South Cox chase high country mule deer. I’ve seen him hunt giant brown bear with dear friend, Roy Roth. I’ve watched Cameron stalk cape buffalo in Australia and on and on. And of course, I’ve seen Cameron’s social media game, which is pretty strong. But I’ve never met the guy. You hear and see things… And I can’t help but admire his drive and passion for fitness… and his love of the outdoors and of the bowhunting life… but I had never actually sat down and talked to him. And much like my first meeting with Aron Snyder… I found Cameron to be a super cool dude. Easy to talk to. Genuine. And funny. Much like my own hunting buddies.
I was able to hit the local Crossfit gym in Kentucky with Cameron thanks to our mutual friend, Dan Staton, owner of Elk Shape. Dan lead a room full of hunters from the ATA show in a great team workout. Cameron was in his element. He loves fitness. And It was obvious. After the workout, Cameron took a group of us out to breakfast and there we laughed and swapped hunting stories and I couldn’t help... but think how it felt just like elk camp with my own buddies. At the end, he paid the bill. And I walked away from the experience thinking, I just like hunters. They’re cool people. And there is an instant brotherhood among us as long as we are able to keep our massive egos in check and be positive.
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https://www.instagram.com/cameronrhanes/?hl=en
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen with visit with my friends Kenton Clairemont and Jesse Wise. Kenton is the founder and owner of Train To Hunt. Working out and Hunting are the two things that Kenton has always loved to do. He was a four sport athlete in high school, a state champ in wrestling and a collegiate baseball player. After a year in the minor leagues he returned to school for his Masters degree in Sports Psychology. After graduation he began his career as a personal trainer, and it was his love for hunting, the outdoors, and helping people that inspired him to start Train To Hunt. He is an avid bowhunter, and fitness coach.
Jesse Wise is the Train to Hunt Director in my home state, Oregon. Jesse and I met at the ATA show and since then we’ve hit the weights together in my ghetto basement home gym. Jesse has started a brand called Unashamed Outdoors to share his christ-centered values and his love of the outdoors.
Kenton is the real deal when it comes to fitness. He’s a student of healthy living. His company, Train To Hunt, is inspiring hunters to get in shape for hunting and for life. The Train To Hunt community is pretty cool. Regardless of your fitness-level, I encourage you to check it out.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we visit with hunting film producer, Jason Matzinger. I first discovered Jason’s films through the Full Draw Film Tour. And I’ve followed his work ever since. Jason’s films make you think. They tell a story and they’re sincere and heartfelt. Jason is deeply involved in conservation efforts, teaming up with organizations such as the Mule Deer Foundation and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. Jason is a talented filmmaker and skilled hunter. I look forward to what he does next.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we visit with Easton Corbin and Brandon Bates. These two guys were on a roll and had me laughing for a solid 25 minutes before I looked down and realized the record button had not been pushed on my recording device. we hadn’t captured any of the audio. I hope to get these two characters on a future show because they’re down-right fun. This episode is very short--just a few minutes with some cool dudes that’ll make you smile.
Some of you may recognize Brandon Bates as the host of the award winning show, RMEF Team Elk. Others may recognize him as the voice of the Professional Bull Riders or PBR, which he’s done for more than a decade.
And for those who don’t know, Easton Corbin is an American country music singer. AND a hunter. AND a cool dude. I hope to cross paths with these two fellas again someday.
On this episode of the Gritty Bowmen Aron and Brian discuss western hunting tips. Get their advice on what to do and what not to do when planning a trip out west.
On this episode of The Gritty Bowmen we meet with Jason Phelps and Charlie Smith. Jason is owner of Phelps Game Calls and his hunting partner Charlie owns Charlie’s Taxidermy. They are also part of Angry Mountain Productions.
http://www.angrymountainproductions.com
http://phelpsgamecalls.com
https://www.instagram.com/charliestaxidermy/
https://www.instagram.com/phelpsgamecalls/
Gruff Mountain Man Gritty Bowmen Film https://youtu.be/b5EhmGgQff8
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we visit with David and Karin Holder of Raised Hunting. Raised Hunting is about an average american family that has used hunting as a platform to teach ethics and values to their family. I’ve been a big fan of David Holder ever since I first saw him on an early Primos hunting video. David and his family have accomplished a lot since then. Their hunting show captures the raw emotion that comes from an animal at close range, all while focusing on bringing you ultimate adventures with the highest regard to cinematography.
But the best thing about Raised Hunting, in my opinion, are the meaningful values and ideals that they share on their show. If you already know the holders, I hope this episode of the Gritty Bowmen makes you like them even more. And for those of you who have never met the Holders, I hope you take the time to look them up, watch their show and consider how you might use hunting to strengthen the relationships within your family and your community.
Ok folks. This episode of the Gritty Bowmen is probably NOT for everyone. If you’re looking for a reverent podcast about hunting and the outdoors--skip this episode. But if you want to hang out with a group of hunting buddies who know waaaaay too much about eachother, talk a little crap, and don’t pull any punches--this episode might be worth your time. The key word is “might.” We recorded this podcast in the hotel room, after midnight on the last night of the ATA show. It was supposed to be a re-cap of the ATA show and a podcast with Sean Degray about the Total Archery Challenge. However, the podcast quickly circled the drain and just became a series of squirrel chases and fresh Snyderisms. I seriously considered nevering publishing this podcast--EVER. But heck, why not. What you see is what you get. And that’s gritty.
There is a little bonus footage at the very end of this podcast… we were going to throw it away but then I figured… the bonus footage is about as useless as the rest of this podcast so why not just leave it in there.
You have been warned.
Total Archery Challenge
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https://www.facebook.com/totalarcherychallenge/
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http://kifaru.net
https://www.backcountryhunters.org
On this episode of the Gritty Bowmen Aron and Brian take a sick day. They both have been sick after weeks of shows and Aron celebrated his birthday by getting bronchitis and a sinus infection. He’s an over-achiever. ;) This episode does not have any video to accompany it due to technical difficulties and they both look like Rudolph.
Aron and Brian talk about their recent podcast with Tim Gillingham, Rihana and Ty Cary and more. They also talk more about Aron’s venture into traditional bowhunting.
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On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we hang out with Daniel Lee Martin and Julie McQueen of Brotherhood Outdoors-- A TV show of the Union Sportsmen’s Alliance. In the show, Daniel Lee Martin and Julie McQueen are joined by hardworking union members on once-in-a-life
time hunting or fishing trips.
From the moment Daniel and Jules put their headsets on I was laughing. They were really easy to talk to and the chemistry between them was obvious--they’re like besties. And it’s contagious. These are fun people. They spend a lot of time road-trippin’ in their trailer. You can catch up with them on social media--it’s fun to see what they’re up to next. And Jules posts some great stuff on her Instagram @julesmcqueen. I hope you enjoy meeting these two as much as did.
Featured in this podcast:
brotherhoodoutdoors.tv.com
Instagram:
@julesmcqueen
@daniel_lee_martin
http://backstageandbackroads.com
https://www.facebook.com/juliemcqueen.brotherhood/
https://www.facebook.com/thumperlee
In this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about my friend and co-host, Aron Snyder’s, new obsession with Traditional Bows. Aron is a gear junkie and as a result he has tried a wide variety of traditional bows.
http://shop.rmsgear.com
http://stalkerstickbows.com
http://nolimitsarchery.com
http://xxx-archery.com
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with a couple who met on Facebook! I know… CRAZY. And we hear about how Ty Cary, seduced Rihana with a well executed elk call. Now that’s true love. Seriously though, this couple is legit. Rihana doesn’t mess around when it comes to hunting--she gets it done. In this podcast we hear about the big bull elk Rihana killed, solo, with a bow; which, I’m not gonna lie, totally impressed me. Ty wasn’t able to hunt with Rihana during her elk hunt because he was off filming other hunts under his company Standing Buck Productions. Ty is a talented camerman and producer. I hope you enjoy getting to know these two as much as did.
In this podcast we hear about the big bull elk Rihana killed, solo, with a bow; which, I’m not gonna lie, totally impressed me. Ty wasn’t able to hunt with Rihana during her elk hunt because he was off filming other hunts under his company Standing Buck Productions.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, I am joined by Aron Snyder and Tim Gillingham. Tim is one of the most accomplished tournament archers in the world--with numerous wins at the national tournament level, he has won the IBO World Championship, ASA World Championship, NFAA 3-D championships and the NFAA Pro Shooter of the Year Award Reading from the Hamskea Archery website, it says: Ever the perfectionist with the attitude that there is always a "better way" to do things, Tim is a constant tinkerer and has come to be one of the foremost authorities in the archery world today. One of Tim’s greatest attributes is his honesty and he is the most accessible pro archer in the entire industry. Ask Tim his opinion about any archery related topic and you’d better be ready to handle the truth. And so, as you can imagine--he and Aron Snyder are quite the combination. Don’t ask their opinions if you don’t want their answers. In this podcast, Tim tells it like it is. He drops some serious knoweldge--try to keep up.
Wishes For Warriors
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we visit with a GIANT man--Bryan Marshall, founder of Wishes For Warriors. And I’m not kidding. His head his huge. He’s built like a tank. He walks sideways through doors… or perhaps, he just kicks them in. We also meet with his two amigos and wounded warriors, Corey Garmon and Cameron Stuart. We learn about his foundation, Wishes for Warriors, and how they’re making a difference in the lives of wounded veterans. These guys are solid. I’ve been known to complain, on occasion, about leg cramps, blisters, and chaffing… and I feel like it’s justified… until I meet someone like Corey Garmon. The dude is a triple amputee and he’s out hiking the hills and killing big bulls. These guys straight-up inspire. To learn more about Wishes For Warriors and how you can be a part of it, checkout our show notes on the Gritty Bowmen website.
Text: 71777 with W4W in the message area.
http://wishes4warriors.com
http://wishesforwarriorscorp.org
https://www.facebook.com/WishesForWarriors/
In this episode of Gritty Bowmen Corey Jacobsen talks about his new film debuting this Wednesday January 20th on Elk101.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, we visit with Jana Waller and Jim Kinsey of SkullboundTV. Many of you know them from Skullbound TV. But you may not know that Camerman-Jimmy, AKA Jim Kinsey is a musical maestro. Homie’s got some sic beats--you can hear some of his music on iTunes. Look for the link in the Gritty Bowmen show notes on our website. https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/kryptek-overcome-single/id1069999245
Jim and Jana are huge proponents of conservation. And in their show, they take the time to highlight how hunting IS conservation. Jim was in the marines. And he and Jana are actively involved in supporting U.S. veterans. It was my pleasure meeting them.
Featured in this podcast:
http://www.skullboundtv.com
http://www.thesportsmanchannel.com/shows/skull-bound-tv/
https://www.facebook.com/SkullBoundTV
twitter.com/skullboundtv
instagram.com/skullboundtv
http://www.mission22.com
http://www.highpointoutfitters.net
Instagram : az_hunter lvthnt
https://www.youtube.com/user/HighPointOutfitters
https://www.facebook.com/HighPointOutfitters
In this podcast we meet with my Uncle Kevin Call and John Adams of High Point Outfitters guide service in Arizona. Kevin and John and their team of guides are genuine, down to earth, hard working, smart hunters that are passionate about hunting and helping others be successful. Unless it’s your wife, then things might get a little too intense. ;) They get real about what it’s like to hunt with a significant other and how sometimes it’s best to take a backseat, or you might end up sleeping in the doghouse.
They provide some tips and tricks on how to register for Arizona this coming year with the recent changes for 2016, as well as some of the changes in Colorado.
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, we travel to Louisville Kentucky to attend the ATA trade show--ATA stands for Archery Trade Association. The ATA Trade Show is the archery and bowhunting industry’s LARGEST show. The show is a member-driven event to promote commerce within the archery and bowhunting industry.
In today’s podcast we visit with Eva Shockey. Eva’s dad, Jim Shockey, is one of the most well-known hunters in the world. Today, Eva co-hosts "Jim Shockey's Hunting Adventures" TV show and represents the Shockey family at outdoor trade and consumer shows.
Eva was a breathe of fresh air. She was easy to talk to, down to earth, and an excellent ambassador for hunting--challenging the stereotypical image of the knuckle-dragging, fist pumping, male hunter; Eva makes it difficult for those against hunting to claim that hunters are uneducated, heartless, animal-hating human beings. And for this, I thank her.
I hope you enjoy the show.
Sadie Kennel has been hunting for about 7 years. She was born and raised in Idaho. What drives Sadie Kennel to hunt? What kind of animals has she hunted?
Sadie gets real about what it’s like to hunt in late season. What it’s like to hunt with her boyfriend Jason Wright of Pure Elevation Productions.
Sadie: My boot’s wet and he (Jason) gets the jetboil out and he’s trying to dry out my boot with the open flame and that’s not working. So finally he pulls out his dry sack that he has for his sleeping bag and says, “Here put this on”… I finally get out of the tent and I shove my foot in this dry bag and put it in my boot and I have my jetboil full of coffee and I’m just like dragging my feet over to the spot and it’s foggy… and we get there and I kinda see this weird silhouette. I thought it was a tree. It turns out it wasn’t a tree it was a deer.
Brian: How dramatically does that improve your mood?
Sadie: Oh instantly! It was like throw my pack off, gettin’ my crap together and I’m like, “Where are we sitting? Let’s do this!”
In this episode of The Gritty Bowmen Podcast Brian Call, Jason Phelps of Phelps Game Calls and Cory Miller of xXx Archery meet with John Hernandez at Bowtech to check out their new Bowtech BT-X bow. What is the Bowtech Power Shift technology? What is Micro Sync Technology? Find out the answers to these questions and more.
This week on The Gritty Bowmen Podcast we team up with Phil Mendoza and Will Bradley of The Natural Born Hunter Podcast. Will Bradley is a Train to Hunt director and competitor. Phil is the Train to Hunt National Champion.
Phil is no stranger to the Gritty Bowmen Podcast. He was on Episode 43: Train to What? Hunt! and regular Gritty co-host, Aron Snyder of Kifaru International, shared the story of Phil’s epic big horn sheep hunting trip on Episode 24 and part 2 on Episode 30.
This podcast is a bit freestyle and covers a wide range of topics. There’s a little bit of everything; from MMA, WWE, Sponsorships and Train to Hunt, to good books, Crossfit and of course some humor thrown in.
"Designed to Catch BIGGER Fish"
“My idea of a fly is—when a fish sees it they just drop their jaw.”
My college roommate and good friend Chad Nelson and his friend Jason Arave share their passion for fly fishing and tying flies. Plus you’ll hear some “big fish” stories from Brian, Jason and Chad.
https://www.facebook.com/dropjawflies/
https://www.instagram.com/dropjawflies/
www.dropjawflies.com
The best tripods for the outdoorsman.
In this episode of The Gritty Bowmen Podcast Brian Call and Aron Snyder discuss the best tripods for your use and money. Aron has spent the past four years testing and re-testing different systems. You’ll hear about his latest hunt to Tiburón Island and his recent duck hunting adventure as well. -Stay Gritty
Featured in this episode:
The Outdoorsmans Tripod http://outdoorsmans.com/collections/outdoorsmans-tripod-system
Best choice for backpack hunting:
The Outdoorsman Compact Medium with Micro or Standard Head
Other tripods mentioned: Gitzo
http://www.gitzo.us/?gclid=Cj0KEQiAtMSzBRDs7fvDosLZmpoBEiQADzG1vEecD8AT9XK5KQVmclHrL9G-4PsHnFlDKIj-3Ab5eYsaAl0C8P8HAQ
Swarovski TLS APO Digiscoping Adapter http://www.swarovskioptik.com/nature/search_results?QueryTerm=TLS+APO&x=0&y=0
Aron’s Camera:
Sony A7R II http://www.sony.com/search?query=a7r2&locale=en_US
Brian’s Camera:
Canon 70D http://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/eos-70d-body?cm_mmc=GA-_-EOS-_-151023Brand%20Paid%20Search-_-Canon%2070D&Ap=EOS%20Cameras&gclid=Cj0KEQiAtMSzBRDs7fvDosLZmpoBEiQADzG1vG0qMyu5cYp_jD2kLiyTIiZu-jTQ6VEIpb7C234fHWwaAoJv8P8HAQ
In this episode of The Gritty Bowmen our dear friend Mark Brownlee, the Gritty Scotsman, talks about his recent heart attack and coming back from “the happy hunting ground.”
Brian and Mark share important life lessons as they recount the night Mark’s wife, Amy saved his life.
On this episode of the Gritty Bowmen we talk with Ty Stubblefield of Born and Raised Outdoors and Back Country Hunters and Anglers. Ty has been an avid supporter of conservation for the past 17 years. Ty talks about his bowhunting season, how you can help keep the lands you hunt on public and why and upcoming events like the Full Draw Film Tour that you can meet up and sign up for BHA.
Sign up for BHA for only $15 in December. That's $10 off and be entered to win $1,000 in Sitka Gear! https://www.backcountryhunters.org/index.php/join-us http://fulldrawfilmtour.com
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, Aron and I were supposed to talk about Ethical Shot distance. But instead, we got side-tracked on a few tangents and completely left the reservation. In this podcast we actually talk about hunting industry camo patterns--Aron makes a few jokes--no offense intended. We talk about what’s going on at Kifaru lately. And we promise that our next episode will, in fact, cover ethical shot distance. Please excuse the poor audio quality of my microphone in this podcast--I screwed up.
In this episode of The Gritty Bowmen Podcast we talk with Corey Jacobsen. Corey is an 8 time Elk Calling Champion. He owns Elk101.com an Elk Hunting website with all things related to hunting elk. We talk about Corey's Elk Hunting Season this year. Corey reveals he shot his elk with a frontal shot and we delve into that for a bit. Corey shares a few tips and tricks and what types of arrows and broad heads he used this year.
Featured in this podcast:
G5 Striker Broadhead http://www.g5prime.com http://www.elk101.com
On this Episode of Gritty Bowmen we hang out with my uncle Kevin Call--joint owner of High Point Outfitters in Arizona. Kevin runs highpoint with his son Blake and their longtime friend John Adams. Kevin knows Arizona--he’s been hunting Arizona since the 70’s.
I grew up watching my uncle Kevin hunt all over the West killing monster mule deer, elk, antelope and more. I grew up seeing photos of his hunts and his hunting stories in magazines and hearing hunting stories at family reunions. I can still remember the first time I walked into his giant garage--there were deer and elk antlers from floor to ceiling of all the animals he’s taken. To me, those antlers represent a mountain of time spent in the outdoors and a vast amount of collected experiences. In this podcast Uncle Kevin shares his thoughts on hunting AZ. My Dad and Kevin share some special memories of hunting Arizona in areas like the Kaibab and the Arizona Strip when they were younger. We talk about guiding and being an outfitter and why he does it.
And we learn about Kevin’s favorite game camera--after all, High Point Outfitters runs about 200 game cameras all year. Coincidentally, I bought a couple of the cameras recommended after recording this podcast and I’m quite pleased with their performance.
If you’re listening to this podcast you might want to take a moment to watch the beginning to see some pictures of some amazing Arizona elk, deer and antelope.
Featured in this podcast:
High Point Outfitters
HPO Youtube Channel
Stealth Cam G30
In this episode Brian and Aron talk about some of the mistakes they made this hunting season and in season's past.
In this podcast Brian Call and the fellow Gritty Bowmen, Ben Morris and Anthony Spencer share the story of their 2015 Elk Hunt. They ultimately end up with a Warrior. The antler in his shoulder and missing antler were just a few of the clues to this old bull's life. - Stay Gritty
Episode 36: PART 1
Which type of Hunting Partner are you? In typical Aron Snyder fashion he has come up with some different types. For example "The Grass is Always Greener Guy" - There is always going to be something better over the next ridge. Or "Mr. Rogers" - He's always happy and positive to the point of annoyance for some. Or are you the "Through Hiker"? All go, no quit. Or "The Hunting Nazi"? He shoots everything out from under you. He's the first guy to break rank. Find out which one you are and which type of partners you have.
This is Part TWO of an earlier podcast. Please check your Gritty Bowmen Library for the earlier part!
Join us for today’s podcast as Mark Brownlee and I visit, backstage, with the boys from the full draw film tour and some chuckleheads from the audience while on location at the Portland show. This podcasts consists of 4 20-minute interviews. First we interview Joe Sanchez and Morgan Gregory. Joe drops some helpful tips on using Instagram and explains how he’s pretty sure that he was the first hunter ever to post on Instagram. Morgan shares some insight on filmmaking tools and they both answer questions about filmmaking.
Next up we visit with Brad Minzey and Josh Marvin. And they share their passion for the Full Draw Film Tour and why they got involved in the tour. We have a great time getting to know these two guys and they inspire us to get involved and support the tour.
Next we visit with two of our good friends and audience members, Cory Miller of XXX archery and Jason Phelps of Phelp’s Game Calls. These two jokers talk about the pink hat and how Portland raised more money for the Wishes For Warriors charity than any other city to that point. The share the story of how Chris Pascua of Is It September Yet, donated his raffle prize --a brand new Hoyt bow--to Wishes For Warriors. The bow was auctioned off that night and raised more than $1,000 for Wishes for Warriors--adding significantly to the total dollars that evening. And Jason and Corey share a few parting elk hunting tips before the conversation is over.
Lastly, we sit down with our good friend Kody Kellom and huge FDFT supporter, Mike Crawford. These two men share their passion for the tour and why it’s more than just a collection of movies for them. And they tell us what they think makes a good film and more.
I hope you enjoy this podcast. Sit back, grab a drink, and listen-in as a group of good guys talk about their love of hunting, their desire to give back to veterans, and how things like the FDFT are changing the world’s perception of hunting in a positive way.
Join us for today’s podcast as Mark Brownlee and I visit, backstage, with the boys from the full draw film tour and some chuckleheads from the audience while on location at the Portland show. This podcasts consists of 4 20-minute interviews. First we interview Joe Sanchez and Morgan Gregory. Joe drops some helpful tips on using Instagram and explains how he’s pretty sure that he was the first hunter ever to post on Instagram. Morgan shares some insight on filmmaking tools and they both answer questions about filmmaking.
Next up we visit with Brad Minzey and Josh Marvin. And they share their passion for the Full Draw Film Tour and why they got involved in the tour. We have a great time getting to know these two guys and they inspire us to get involved and support the tour.
Next we visit with two of our good friends and audience members, Cory Miller of XXX archery and Jason Phelps of Phelp’s Game Calls. These two jokers talk about the pink hat and how Portland raised more money for the Wishes For Warriors charity than any other city to that point. The share the story of how Chris Pascua of Is It September Yet, donated his raffle prize --a brand new Hoyt bow--to Wishes For Warriors. The bow was auctioned off that night and raised more than $1,000 for Wishes for Warriors--adding significantly to the total dollars that evening. And Jason and Corey share a few parting elk hunting tips before the conversation is over.
Lastly, we sit down with our good friend Kody Kellom and huge FDFT supporter, Mike Crawford. These two men share their passion for the tour and why it’s more than just a collection of movies for them. And they tell us what they think makes a good film and more.
I hope you enjoy this podcast. Sit back, grab a drink, and listen-in as a group of good guys talk about their love of hunting, their desire to give back to veterans, and how things like the FDFT are changing the world’s perception of hunting in a positive way.
Highlights of Anthony Spencer's Run and Gun 2015 Elk Hunt. Look for the upcoming podcast.
Winner Winner Chicken Dinner! Find out who the Lucky DevilDog is that won the Kifaru pack! Pack Giveaway winner announced!
Aron Snyder and Brian Call talk Trophy Hunting and Cecil the Lion, Trophy Hunting, DIY Hunting vs. Guided Hunts, Flat Brims and more.
In this Episode of The Gritty Bowmen Podcast Aron Snyder tells the rest of the story of Phil Mendoza's Sheep Hunt. If you missed the first part please go to Grittybowmen.com and click on podcast Episode 24.
Episode 19: Dude! Don't Be an Idiot! Sex, Drugs and Fitness w/Aron Snyder
Show Notes:
Aron History fat kid joined the army and then got skinny. After the army he got fat again. Kept eating Butterfingers and Pepsi.
Aron got skinny again and started doing races. He wanted to bench over 500lbs. He weighed 270lbs --"with some drugs that weren’t legal." He dealt with super human aggression and emotion. He said he got so big I couldn’t hardly hunt and he dealt with depression.
Muscle can be built in different ways. Puffy muscle. Doesn’t necessarily mean that you’re stronger. It’s not dense. He got back into backpack hunting. But the drugs caused Arrhythmia. He got depression and battled "Bigger-exia."
Clarity to exercise with the end goal in mind. Aron exercises with a pack on because he wants to be able to hunt with a pack. What’s your end goal? What do you want to be good at? Exercise and train for that. Longevity - Overall health in life.
Aron’s Workout Program: Lift in the morning at 5. for 30-45 minutes at the most. Super sets and drop sets. Super sets curls and abs immediately one after the other not a real break in between. Maybe 15 seconds. Incline bench 15 Crunches Do one muscle group per day. Dips and pull ups back country fitness workout. Afternoon: Climb a mountain. 100m by 100yd. pace. 15-30 sec. break 4-8 mile loop. Aron’s optimal caloric intake 2650 120-150 oz. of water per day with supplements or electrolytes 65% of your muscle is water 15% of your bones are water
Brian’s Take: 3 legged stool: Sleep is 1 leg, Diet is another and Exercise is third. Diet- Anti Inflammatory foods - Modified Paleo. Meat, Fats, Vegetables
“I don’t play basketball to get into shape. I get into shape so I can play basketball. Because if you play basketball to get into shape—that’s a recipe for injury. You should get into shape so you can DO basketball.”
RECOVER and MOBILITY Mobility is where injuries come from. Exercise=Basketball Ibuprofen like it was a vitamin.
The Primal Blueprint
The Paleo Solution
Mark's Daily Apple Blog
Robb Wolf Blog
MTN OPS
Navy Seal Dr. Kirk Parsley- "Barbell Shrugged" Podcast on sleep and testosterone.
Eat Meat and Fat and keep carbs low. Eat as many vegetables and fruits. Pound the vegetables. “Number 1 mistake people make with diet and finances is to not write it down and track it.” “6000 calorie dinner hooks onto your ass and won’t let go.” Snyderism M,W,F Brian- Deadlift, squat, over head press T,TH -power clean, snatches, clean and jerk
How to Get Fit Stop eating processed carbs no soda no sugar track your intake eat fruits and vegetables drink water! If you’re hungry-eat! Cut out enriched flour Cut out the grains and replace with veggies and fruit. Under 100 grams of carbs per day for quick weight loss. Eat fat. Gets full differently Eat good quality protein. My fitness pals App.
“you need fat to poop.” Aron Snyder
Fish Oil- Omega 6-20 to 1 ration Omega 3
Testosterone increases by 30% by going from 6 hours to 8 hours per night.
Sex drive increases with sleep.
“We have to have our special time in the morning because after 9 o’clock it would take a bolt of lightening to get an erection—because I’m tired.”
“Backcountry Meat Care,Tips and Tactics”
- In this podcast Aron Snyder shares his tips and tactics for caring for game meat in the backcountry. This is not a ground-breaking podcast—there are literally thousands and thousands of resources for backcountry meat care. This podcast consists mostly of common sense. But if you’re new to hunting or haven’t spent much time caring for meat in the backcountry in warm weather this podcast is for you. And for you seasoned
“Don’t grab an apple-scented Glad bag and start cramming meat in there…” “Pretend like you’re gonna serve that meat in two hours and so you do everything you can to keep it clean.”
“Don’t have the bi-polar meat processing issue…”
Avoid bi-polar meat processing issues. Don't move it from shady spot to shady spot throughout the day. Pick a spot that will be shady all day.
SHOW NOTES:
http://www.havalon.com
Tag Bags
Larry Bartlett pristine adventures spray with Citric Acid
Video on deboning by Aron Snyder —Outdoorlife
Step 1: Keep the meat clean
Step 2: Keep it Cool and drain blood
Step 3: Submerge it
On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we are back in Tamarack Idaho for the annual NW Mountain Challenge Archery Shoot and we talk to Ty Stubblefield and Josh Keller of Born and Raised Outdoors. We discuss Ty’s new role with BackCountry Hunters & Anglers as Chapter Coordinator and the importance of conservation, the threat against our hunting lifestyle and how we can join the fight to preserve our traditions, values and way of life. If you’re not familiar with Born and Raised Outdoors you should take some time to get to know these boys through their films which are some of the most real, honest and entertain elk hunting films I’ve seen.
I really hope you enjoy this podcast because it’s important—the opposition facing hunters today is very real—and Ty Stubblefield is one of those people who is on the front-lines battling to keep our public lands public. As you listen to today’s podcast, please consider what you’re doing to make a difference in preserving the way of life you believe in.
I am Brian Call and I’m your host. My fellow Gritty Bowmen, Anthony Spencer is my co-host.
SHOW NOTES: Featured in this Podcast: Full Draw Film Tour Schedule Gritty Bowmen Film Trailer Josh Keller's Bugle Challenge Video Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Ducks Unlimited Conservation Mule Deer Foundation Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
Okay friends. If you aren’t already a member of BHA—please go to the show notes above and sign-up to be a member and do what you can to support the efforts of this great organization. And don’t just stop there, support other organizations like MDF, RMEF, Ducks Unlimited, etc.. Hunters are conservationists—we make a huge difference. Get behind these organizations and support them if you believe in what they’re doing. Check-out the links above and do what you can.
As always, thanks for all of your support for our podcast. A huge thanks to all those who have left us a review on iTunes—those make a difference. And a huge thanks to the Full Draw Film Tour for selecting our film and sharing it in their tour this year. If you haven’t seen it yet, find out when the tour is coming to a city near you and go watch it. Take your whole family. It’s an awesome time with kids and friends. The film tour will be in Salt Lake City on Thursday, July 16th, Fort Collins CO July 17th, Denver CO July 18th, and Hoodoo Oregon July 25th, and in Hays Kansas July 25th. These are just a few of the cities the tour is traveling to in the next couple of weeks. You can see the complete tour schedule on the Full Draw Film Tour website. Go to fulldrawfilmtour.com . Go to the tour—take your family—and tell us what you think of our film.
Thanks again for listening! The fall hunting season is fast approaching! Good luck this season on your hunts and Stay Gritty! --Brian
This week on Gritty Bowmen we travel to Tamarack Idaho for the annual NW Mountain Challenge Archery Shoot and we talk to Corey Jacobsen, 7-time world champion elk caller, elk killing machine, and Owner of Extreme Elk Magazine, and most importantly, Husband and father to 3 awesome kids, Isaac, Jessi, and Samuel. Young Isaac is quite the elk caller—here he is giving my hunting partners, Ben and Anthony a lesson on how to bugle with attitude.
The NW Mt. Challenge was a total blast. After Corey graciously spent the late-afternoon shooting this podcast with us, we had the pleasure of spending the evening shooting our bows on the night course with he and his family. We met is lovely wife Jennifer, who is super cool for many reasons, not least of which because she’s an archer and shoots a cool bow. The night shoot at Tamarack was super cool and was fun for the whole family. Donnie Drake, Corey’s longtime friend and hunting partner shot the night course with us and we were able to get a glimpse of the brotherhood these men share.
In today’s podcast you’ll hear about what makes a good hunting partner. Corey will tell you how long he’s hunted with his hunting partners and why. And you’ll learn about things such as Corey’s dream situation for killing big bulls.
If you missed the NW Mt. Challenge in Tamarack ID you can still attend the NW Mt. Challenge at the Hoodoo Ski Resort in Oregon July 24th, 25th, & 26th. There are 4, 3-D courses on the mountain, including a kids course. There are archery competitions. Raffles and more. The Full Draw Film Tour will be at Hoodoo Saturday night with a presentation of the film tour on a big outdoor screen. And you can see our film there. We hope to see you at Hoodoo!
“You think 100 sit-ups is a bunch? Hike 4 miles with that gorilla hanging off you. Your abs are so burnt!”
This week on Gritty Bowmen, shockingly! Aron Snyder and I talk about backpacks. Aron gives his tips on how to properly wear and fit a backpack. Aron tells me that “the chest strap is not a come-along choker strap” and shares other such nuggets of information. And as usual, Aron does not keep his opinions to himself and neither do I. So, we tried not to offend anyone but we probably failed. As Aron said, “For the most part you’re going to lose something with heavy weight hauling with an ultra-light pack.”
The audio on my microphone was a bit off and there are a couple of glitchy spots but they don’t last too long—Aron’s audio comes across loud and clear.
Featured in this Podcast:
https://youtu.be/3gomjnc26ig - Duplex Frame Adjustment
http://www.rokslide.com/forums/showthread.php?9413-Kifaru-pack-No-No-s-and-tips-on-fit
Kifaru Pack No No’s and tips on fit.
Backpack videos on Rokslide: https://vimeo.com/channels/backpackinggear/page:1
This week on Gritty Bowmen we meet again with Aron Snyder of Kifaru International to talk about why your pack is so freakin’ heavy. At the end of this podcast you will know what Aron does to lighten his backpack. As Aron explains in this podcast, most guys pack for Siberia but go to Africa. Aron will also teach you how to modify your gear to make it lighter without sacrificing function. But you’ve got to be carful doing this. As Aron said, “Brian, “When you start hacking parts off your pack and you think you ‘might’ be wrong--you’re probably wrong. One of my army instructors told me that. But if that thing has been in your pack or part of your pack for 3 years and you’ve never used it... hack that thing off like Hannibal Lecter!”
This podcast is chalk full of what I call Aron Snyderisms. Like, “ounces make pounds and pounds make pain.” And “usually it’s the bad-ass person who goes too ultralight and turns out to be the dumb-ass person.”
The podcast has some glitchy spots but it’s not too bad and the content is well-worth the time. In the last 30 minutes of theis podcast Aron and I go off on a tangent and talk about sponsorships in the hunting and outdoor industry--we talk about what we don’t like about sponsorships and why. And Aron tells me what his favorite clothing choices are right now, right down to the brand name. Which, will probably make some people in the hunting industry mad at him. Sorry Aron.
Featured in this Podcast:
How to shed useless, dead weight-- pack lighter without sacrificing your comfort.
5 WAYS TO LIGHTEN YOUR PACK:
- Assess the situation. Don’t pack for Siberia when you’re going to Africa.
- Cutting and modifying your gear--shed useless weight.
- Splitting gear with your hunting buddies.
- Buy the lightest weight gear that you can afford that fits your style of hunting.
- Lose the weight off your ass.
When you’re pushing the envelope to save weight you can’t have our cake and eat it too. “My wife wants a gun that shoots down trees, doesn’t make noise and doesn’t kick -- and they just don’t have that...”
“It’s kind of like building a building... you can have quality, quantity, and cost-efficiency and you can have any two of those you want but you can’t have all 3. It’s the same with paying the piper for lightweight.”
“First Lite makes a jacket we call the “unpronounceable”... the oounncompadre.”
Question: “What is a woobie and when do you use it?” Answer: “Oh I know. And what’s horrible is Kifaru also makes a Doobie, which is probably because Patrick was a hippie.”
EPISODE 12: Prince of Wales Black Bear Hunting Tactics
This week on The Gritty Bowmen Podcast we share the bear hunting tactics we used hunting Prince of Wales Island in South East Alaska along with some of the challenges of hunting there.
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Featured in this Podcast:
Shelter Cove Lodge
Log Cabin Sporting Goods Store
Alaska Fish and Game Bear Hunting Kifaru International Backpack
EPISODE 11: 200 Days In The Field What Are You Eating? With Aron Snyder
This week on Gritty Bowmen we meet again with Aron Snyder of Kifaru International. Aron is the previous owner of Rokslide, which is an internet hot spot for all things related to DIY backcountry hunting.
In this podcast you’ll hear Aron’s strategies for taking care of his physical health--like how he eats in the backcountry and how he tries to sleep. You’ll hear why these things are important. And perhaps you’ll gain some valuable insight on how you can improve our own experience on your next backcountry hunt.
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Butt hole Sandwich-Bagel, Almond Butter or Peanut Butter, Honey and Bacon “Sticks to your stomach like Wooly Mammoth” Crockpot: Steak, Olive Oil, Veggies. Cook until done. Spread onto a plastic Food Dehydrator tray and dehydrate. Throw into Big Ziploc bags and freeze. When you’re ready to go take 8oz of food per day in a separate Ziploc. When you’re ready to eat add a cup of boiling water and let it rehydrate it self. Angel Hair Pasta with Elk Burger Idahoan Potatoes and Dehydrate Elk Burger, Peas and Carrots Breakfast: Aron’s Homemade Granola, Sliced Almonds, Craisins, Branched chain amino acids and glutamine, Chocolate Chips Whey Protein Powder MTN OPS | Outdoor Performance Supplements --Enduro Costco - Propel Zero Flavored Water, Variety, 16.9 oz, 24 ct, Multi-vitamin, Emergen-C®, 90 Packets - Costco Fish Oil Pills Aron wakes up and eats something to take the edge off. Protein Bar, Snack Bar etc. After he hunts he eats his breakfast. Lunch: Salami, gouda cheese, ciabatta bread, honey mustard. Plus some veggies. Ramadan Sandwiches Pork Cheese bacon and sausage on ciabatta bread Candy: Snickers, Payday, 87% dark chocolate bars Make your own jerky in the oven. Top Ramen: Remove Seasoning Packet. Make your own with Mrs. Dash and EVOO Tuna Fish LÄRABAR | Simple. Pure. Delicious. LÄRABAR Meta Fiber Wafers - Metamucil
Common Food Mistakes: Not eating enough. Not eating often.
Sleep: Melatonin Barbell Shrugged Podcast on Sleep and Testosterone Levels with Dr. Kirk Parsley former Navy SEAL. *Note this podcast is EXPLICIT. They drop F-bombs constantly. However, the sleep and testosterone information is invaluable. Sleep w/ Dr. Kirk Parsley - Barbell Shrugged Episode 113
Aeros Pillow Ultra Light | Sea to Summit
Aron’s one-liners featured in this podcast: “It does stick to your stomach like a Wooly Mammoth” "It has enough salt to kill a donkey" “I could talk Bin-laden out of hiding”. “You Cameron Hanes leg humpers, don’t get mad at me.” “Cameron is harder then woodpecker lips. He’s a tough guy” “REI- Return Everything Incorporated”
MeatEater with Steven Rinella on Sportsman Channel
In this Episode of The Gritty Bowmen Podcast we talk to Aron Snyder. Aron is the R&D (research and development) guy at Kifaru Internation and a well-known backcountry hunting enthusiast. Aron is also the previous owner of Rokslide, an internet hot spot for all things related to DIY backcountry hunting.
As you listen you'll be wondering if you should shave your body smooth like an olympic swimmer (OR NOT), you'll learn about chaffing while in the backcountry and what you can do about it, you'll learn about Aron's preferred fire starter and what types of wood and gas stoves he likes to use and why and back country shelter options that he uses in extremely wet conditions like those found in SE Alaska and much more.
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Featured in this podcast:
http://www.kifaru.net Monkey Butt Powder Body Glide Therma-Rest Luxurylite Ultralite Cot YouTube Therma-Rest Luxurylite Ultralite Cot Assembly Gear Review Therma-Rest Luxurylite Ultralite Cot Trioxane Fire Starter Primus Omnilite Stove Kifaru Smith Cylinder Stove Youtube Review Kifaru Smith Cylinder Stove
"In a way... it's almost like life. You can take lessons you learn in the field and apply them to life and vice versa. There is so much you can learn with a bow in your hand." -- South Cox
I just returned from a weekend scouting trip with my 12-year old daughter and my niece. Camping and hiking with them in the wilderness, sitting by the campfire and swimming in a cold mountain stream was rejuvenating. It felt good to get away from the pavement and the city and enjoy the outdoors. And for some reason, my scouting trip this weekend had me thinking about this film with South. I have fond memories of this visit to Stalker Stickbows. From the first moment I met South I liked him. We met at the Full Draw Film School in April 2014. My wife was diagnosed with cancer not long after that and South would PM me on Facebook every now and then to see how she was doing. South barely even knew me then. It was a very kind thing to do. Anyway, tonight I was just thinking about life and my kids and the peace I feel in the outdoors and it got me thinking about some of the things South talks about in this video so I had to come home and watch it again. I'm glad I did. If you haven't seen this film, take a minute and slow down. Set aside some quiet time and grab a cup of tea or whatever you like to drink and sit back and watch. Maybe South will inspire you to try your hand had a traditional bow. But if he doesn't, I hope his words and his views get you thinking about spending more of your time connected to nature instead of technology. Stay gritty.
Brian Call
This week on Gritty Bowmen we hear from Brian Call. He takes us to where he grew up and where he now chases big Blacktail deer. He shares his love of Blacktail Deer and gives some insight about their behavior, as well as the tactics he has utilized to draw more deer to his small acreage.
Please take a moment to leave us a rating or a review on iTunes and or our Youtube channel. And as always, Stay Gritty.
This week on Gritty Bowmen we go back to Rainier Oregon to talk archery shooting with our friend Cory Miller, owner of triple-x archery shop. We chat with Cory about common archery shooting mistakes that guys make and how to improve your shooting. We talk about his struggle with trigger-panic, a common problem among avid archers. Cory tells us some of the strategies he used to overcome the problem. And we talk about buck-fever. How do you overcome it? And how do you make that critical shot in the heat of the moment when it’s all on the line.
http://www.kifaru.net
http://themeateater.com
http://xxx-archery.com
www.bowtech.com
www.getmtnops.com
In Episode 5- Part 3 of Are You a Stalker? South Cox of Stalker Stickbows talks about the future of hunting, traditional bows, his "Grow With Your Bow" program for women and kids, where our food comes from and the negative affects of a divided hunting community.
www. stalkerstickbows.com
That’s it for EPISODE 4 of the Gritty Bowmen podcast. Part 2 of Are you a Stalker? Stalking Monster Mule Deer w/South Cox & Stalker Stickbows.
I got a lot of information out of these two podcasts with South on how to kill a monster mule deer. In summary, South explained the need to have a positive attitude and Mental Toughness. Another key to his success is that South gets remote with a focus on wilderness areas. And South looks for hunting grounds with what he calls “Micro Topography” . South likes to stalk from above. This helps him with wind. Because deer bedded on hillsides tend to face downhill and therefore don’t see you coming. South also finds it easier to sneak in on the animal from above when you need to stay low or crawl. Unlike some hunters, South likes to wait until the animal beds down before he stalks his deer. South recommends buying the best glass you can afford. South stressed the importance of mounting your binoculars to a tripod. And when glassing, don’t just glass from the main ridgeline. Walk out on the finger-ridges that branch off the main ridge line and glass to the end of the finger ridge. South likes lightweight boots that have soft soles—he finds them quieter and they help him when hopping through a boulder field. He mentioned Solomon boots, the Lowa Zephyr, Lowa Renegade, and one of his favorites, the Ahnu Elk Ridge Mid. At 70 to 100 yards from his quarry, South sheds his boots and dons a thick pair of socks to silently close the distance. But he recommends marking the location of your boots somehow so you don’t lose your boots. And South likes Smoke in a Bottle brand wind checker. South carries 3 things in his front right pocket. Chapstick, lens cloth, and Smoke in a bottle.
www. stalkerstickbows.com
http://www.ahnu.com
http://moccasinjoedist.com/store/unscented-smoke/43-smoke-in-a-bottle.html
http://www.lowaboots.com
I hope you enjoyed this podcast as much as I did. Please take a moment to leave us a rating or a review on iTunes and or our Youtube channel. And as always, Stay Gritty.
On this episode of the Gritty Bowmen podcast we talk with South Cox of Stalker Stickbows. South talks about the things every hunter needs to succeed; Getting Remote, Positive Attitude, Physical Preparation, Mental Toughness/Tenacity and Terrain.
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www. stalkerstickbows.com
westernbowhunter and elk hunter magazine
eastmans hunting journal
http://www.ndow.org/Education/Publications/ - Nevada Dept of Wildlife
On this episode of the Gritty Bowmen podcast we talk about elk calling strategies with Jason Phelps, owner of Phelps Game Calls and we talk to Cory Miller, owner of xXx Archery about elk calling strategies and what it takes to be a "Dragon Slayer."
Featured in this podcast:
http://xxx-archery.com http://phelpsgamecalls.com
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Charlies-Taxidermy-Tenino-Washington/118342931527511
Hello, and welcome to the Gritty Bowmen podcast. I’m Brian Call. This is episode 2 of the Gritty Bowmen Podcast.
Hello, and welcome to the Gritty Bowmen podcast. I’m Brian Call. This is episode 1 of the Gritty Bowmen Podcast. This is our first podcast—so go easy on us. The quality of the podcast will improve over time.
On this episode of the Gritty Bowmen podcast we talk about why Kifaru backpacks cost so freakin’ much with Aron Snyder. Aron is the R&D (research and development) guy at Kifaru International and a well-known backcountry hunting enthusiast. Aron is also the previous owner of Rokslide, an internet hot spot for all things related to DIY backcountry hunting.
Also on this podcast is my friend Cory Miller, owner of triple X archery and new limited distributor of Kifaru Backpacks for the Pacific Northwest. Aron and Cory graciously share their unfiltered opinions on backcountry topics that include backpacks, shelters, and boots. And Aron talks about the latest craze that he calls “chasing the rabbit.”
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Aron's Boots Lowa Cevadale Tech-Light Hunter GTX Lathrop and Sons Lowa Mountain Expert Scarpa Triolet Scarpa Mont Blanc http://www.kifaru.net http://lowaboots.com https://lathropandsons.com http://www.hilleberg.com http://store.kuiu.com http://www.rokslide.com http://www.mysteryranch.com/site/index.html http://getmtnops.com http://xxx-archery.com http://phelpsgamecalls.com