The Bear Archery Podcast

Ep. 230: Real Influencers

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 15:07:46 -0000

Dylan is joined by Shane Mowery to talk about the importance of being authentic, being yourself, and representing the hunting community in a REAL WAY!

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Ep. 229: BIG NEWS & New Directions

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 05:57:32 -0000

Dylan is joined by Dave Thomas to talk through some big changes and new direction! Dylan and Dave discuss how things should be handled and viewed when changes take place in the hunting industry, and what it looks like to make moves and move forward.

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Ep. 228: Cook Wild - Elk Chili Colorado

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0000

Dylan and Mike are joined by SPECIAL GUEST, Trent Murphy, from the Buffalo Bills. Trent requests some Mexican food, so Mike makes this incredible dish that’s perfect fall comfort food: Elk Chili Colorado!

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Ep. 227: Stories, Cameras, and...Disney?

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by his friends CJ Carey and Mike Castaneda for one heck of a fun conversation! The three talk about some crazy starts to their hunting journeys, being given a BAD picture of what hunting is and should be, and talk about how trail cameras steal some of the joy of chasing deer.

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Ep. 226: The Wheelchair Super 10

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 14:50:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Evan Brannock, to hear his INCREDIBLY inspirational story of pursuing the North American Super 10, while being in a WHEELCHAIR! Evan has already found great success, including punching his caribou tag in the Brooks Range!

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Ep. 225: Velvet Bucks & Technology

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Do your MOUNTS have BUGS living in them? Dylan is joined by Durk Stark and Darrell Gogert from Velvet Antler Technologies to talk about their GAME CHANGING technologies that the hunting community was in desperate need of! Mounting, cleaning, and caring for your trophies has NEVER been easier and more affective!

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Ep. 224: Bow Buyer's Guide

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 04:31:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by PJ Reilly from Lancaster Archery to help YOU find the best bow for 2025! What specs to look for, what specs to avoid, how to know if a bow that FEELS good in the shop is going to be the bow for you, and MORE!

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Ep. 223: COOK WILD - Sweet & Sour Bear

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 19:09:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Justin Spring and Chef Mike to give you the breakdown on one of Justin’s GO TO bear recipes: SWEET & SOUR!

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Ep. 222: 2025 BOW LAUNCH

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 14:33:47 -0000

Dylan is joined by Ryan Shutts from Bear Archery to discuss the new 2025 bow lineup! Featuring 9 news bows, this is a MASSIVE year!

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Ep. 221: WESTERN FEELS

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Dylan is coming to you from elk camp with Waylon Herzig and Joel Dawson from Ace Outfitters. The three recap their week of having screaming bulls in their faces, chasing bears up a mountain, tactics, and lessons learned.

From entertainment to breaking down tactics to chasing rutting bulls; it’s all here!

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Ep. 220: Train Wild - A WEAK Away

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Jared Thomas to talk about mental strength while away on the mountain, and when to listen to your weakness! Sometimes we are breaking down for no good reason, but sometimes we need to LISTEN to that weakness and pack it in! It all leads to our success; in life and in the wild.

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Ep. 219: SWEET SEPTEMBER

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Aaron Ambur to discuss what’s on EVERYONE’S mind…ELK HUNTING! The two talk about their upcoming hunts, having realistic expectations, correct mind sets, and how to dress for success!

Aaron also shares an incredible story of going on a journey of finding his dad's old recurve!

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Ep. 218: NEW Gamekeeper Bow

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 05:16:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by the Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Crew and Jon Lene to discuss the new partnership between The Gamekeepers and Bear Archery! To kick off the partnership, we bring you the ALL NEW Gamekeeper: a ready to hunt bow package that everyone is going LOVE!

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Ep. 217: Cook Wild - Mongolian Stir Fry

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Dylan and Justin Spring sit down to talk about NINJA NOODLES. Having a Wild Game Mongolian Stir Fry night and letting everyone build their own bowl is a great way to incorporate lots of different meat, and make it fun for everyone!

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Ep. 216: BowTok

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 16:13:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Scoty Evans, The Bow Boy, from TikTok! The two talk about the ever changing world of social media, and the role it plays in the cultural acceptance of hunting.

They also touch on whitetail management, and some over hyped products that have recently hit the market.

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Ep. 215: The ALL NEW Adapt 2

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 15:00:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Hayden and Aaron from The Hunting Public to hear all of the new details about the all new bow from Bear Archery and THP: the Adapt 2!

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Ep. 214: Train Wild - Conquer More

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 05:12:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Jake Powers from MTN Ops to talk about supplements to implement to live a happier, healthier lifestyle and CONQUER MORE!

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Ep. 213: Rants, Raves, and Shenanigans

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 04:16:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by good friend Kip Etter to just have a good time. The two talk through just about everything; from small town shenanigans, to supplemental deer feed, sports, and social media rants.

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Ep. 212: Teaching Archery Mechanics

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Tom Clum, founder of Solid Archery Mechanics and owner of Rocky Mountain Specialty Gear. The two discuss HOW to teach beginners the basics of archery mechanics. Teaching someone from the ground up can be difficult, so Tom is here to shed some light on the topic. Whether you’re the one just starting out, or you’re a seasoned hunter who just wants to be able to teach someone more effectively this one’s for you!

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Ep. 211: Big Bucks, Hard Work, and Expectations

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 04:21:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Matt Jennings to talk about what he does best: killing big, mature bucks! The two discuss the amount of work that goes into consistently killing big deer, and what kind of expectations you should have entering a season.

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Ep. 208: Game Changing Tech

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 18:27:24 -0000

Dylan is joined by Mr. Big Shot, Al Perelli, owner of Delta McKenzie and Big Shot Targets! The two discuss some REAL game changing technology coming to the target world! Technology doesn’t always mean GOOD change, but Al and his team have put together something TRULY AMAZING!

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Ep. 210: Summer Prep for Big Bucks

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Jim Willems, a true big buck killer. Jim has found success all over the world with his stick and string, but his passion: big midwestern whitetails! Jim puts a TON of work into his properties, and has come to the realization that there is a lot to do, YEAR ROUND! That includes…SUMMER PREP!

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Ep. 209: Cook Wild - Wild Waffles

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 19:31:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Chef Mike Castaneda, and P&Y Executive Director, Justin Spring, for Justin’s take on chicken and waffles.

Chicken fried venison and waffles with a huckleberry and maple butter that will make you rethink this classic dish.

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Ep. 207: The Fairy

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by The Ranch Fairy to talk all things arrows. The conclusion: figure out WHY you shoot what you shoot. WHY do some things work better than others, and what’s going to get the best results in the end?

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Ep. 206: Building BETTER Arrows

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 04:57:29 -0000

Dylan is joined by Jonathan and Ryan, founders of the MODSAW. The three talk through innovative change that helps the archery world, the development of the modsaw, and tips for building better arrows!

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Ep. 205: Cook Wild - Camp Food King

Fri, 31 May 2024 16:22:56 -0000

Dylan is joined by Chef Mike to help you take your camp meals to an entirely new level, with BRISKET!

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Ep. 204: FINDING FREEDOM

Wed, 29 May 2024 04:39:07 -0000

Dylan is joined by Rick Hall from Project Savior Outdoors for an INCREDIBLE conversation!

The two discuss everything from the freedom that can be found in the great outdoors, Project Savior, gator hunting shenanigans, and the ultimate freedom that can be found in Christ, and Christ alone!

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Ep. 203: Packin' Spring Bear

Wed, 22 May 2024 14:20:21 -0000

Dylan is joined by Jerry Wright from Alaska Guide Creations to talk spring bear hunting! The two discuss what’s in the packs for spring bear, gear that deserves the MOST attention, and PACKS; How to find a pack, fit pack, and get the most out of that pack!

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Ep. 202: Share YOUR Story

Wed, 15 May 2024 04:50:15 -0000

This week Dylan is joined by Scott Niska, who is the Creative Director at Tactacam. Scott is a phenomenal content creator and does a REALLY good job of sharing the story of his hunts through media, something we should all want to get better at!

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Ep. 201: Stickbows, Rants, and Killer Instincts

Wed, 08 May 2024 08:20:20 -0000

Dylan is joining this week by Jake Downs. Jake is an absolute killer, and the two discuss how to develop those killer instincts for yourself. They talk about stickbow setups, go on a couple rants, and talk about some of Jake’s favorite adventures.

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Ep. 200: TRAIN WILD - Healthy Shoulders

Mon, 06 May 2024 21:53:52 -0000

For this month’s TRAIN WILD Dylan is joined by Dr. Preston Ward of MTN Physio. Dylan and Preston talk through not only the importance of keeping healthy shoulders, but some things to do if you’re experience shoulder pain, as well as some good preventative maintenance!

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Ep. 199: World Travelin' Hunter

Wed, 01 May 2024 14:41:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Kristy Titus and her husband Yogi! The three talk about Yogi’s introduction into bowhunting, joining the TV and media side of hunting, and Yogi’s incredible adventures across the world as a guide and hunter. The three share fun stories, and talk about some great hunting opportunities across different countries that everyone should take advantage of!

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Ep. 198: Cook Wild - Crappie Ceviche

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0000

For this month’s COOK WILD, Dylan is joined by Chef Mike Castaneda for CRAPPIE CEVICHE! The perfect spring and summer dish after you get off the lake with fresh caught fish!

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Ep. 197: Maturing Sportsmen

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 11:42:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Luke Johnson, the man behind Tyto Knives. The two dive deep into some of their favorite hunts over the years, and how they’ve matured as sportsmen over the years. Hear the start, history, and development of Tyto over the years, and the knife system these two currently run, and why they run it that way.

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Ep. 196: The Target Game

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 13:17:08 -0000

Dylan is joined by Al Perelli, President of Big Shot Targets. Exciting things are coming; with Big Shot recently acquiring Delta McKenzie, the best just got better. What does the consumer get when two of the biggest and best target companies join forces? YOU get bigger and better targets! What does the future look like, and what can you expect? Catch it all here!

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Ep. 195: THP Turkey Talk

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 05:20:01 -0000

Dylan is joined by Aaron Warbritton from The Hunting Public to talk turkeys! The two discuss some of Aaron’s favorite states to chase birds in, his most cherished memories, and his favorite of the THP crew to hunt with! They also talk about how to go about finding birds, and figuring out the best way to set yourself up for success to punch your tags! They also take a deep dive into the importance of supporting conservation efforts and small things that anyone can do to make a big difference!

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TRAIN WILD: INTRO

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 15:44:09 -0000

Dylan is joined by Weston Paul from MTN Tough to introduce an all new series, TRAIN WILD! Train Wild will be a monthly special taking you deep into living a healthier lifestyle to help you be more successful on the mountain, and keep you hunting longer in life! Training, dieting, supplements, stretching, flexibility, mobility, rehabbing injuries, and more will all be covered!

For the intro, Dylan and Weston talk about the inspiration and WHY behind Train Wild. The two also discuss their journey in fitness, as well as what you can expect from the new series.

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Ep. 194: The NFL Bowhunting Journey

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 08:25:57 -0000

Dylan is joined by Trent Murphy, a retired NFL Defensive End, and bowhunting enthusiast! What got Trent into hunting? He had a DOCTOR tell him he needed to add wild game into his diet, so he took to the field, and started his bowhunting journey. Born out of the necessity to have wild game, Trent is self taught, and has become incredibly successful, and the journey is INCREDIBLE to hear!

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Ep. 193: Bow Disciples

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 19:13:00 -0000

Dylan is joined James Visser, from the Bow Disciples! The two discuss the representation that we as hunters give, as well as some iconic figures over the years that have made a big difference in the world of hunting. The two also share some fun stories, and talk about all of the big game hunting opportunities that California is often looked over for!

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Ep. 192: Wild Game Freaks

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 07:54:03 -0000

Dylan is joined by a kindred spirit, Jon Goodwin, from Wild Game Freaks, to discuss the influence and reach we have among non-hunters, and how the cultural acceptance of hunting is QUICKLY changing! The two also talk about how to be successful hunters, how to have someone GRIT, and how to continue learning the animals that we pursue!

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Ep. 191: Broadhead Breakdown

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Bryan Broderick from Day Six Gear to give you a COMPLETE guide to broadheads! Shapes, sizes, designs, functionality, material, and EVERYTHING in between! The goal: give you a complete guide to making the most educated choice about your broadhead selection!

At the end of the day, the broadhead you choose is the FIRST thing to come in contact with the animal, and often times, the ONLY thing to come in contact with the animal. So, shouldn’t it be the MOST considered part of our gear?

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Ep. 190: Huntin' Down Under

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Ben Selleras, Australian bowhunter and conservationist. Ben is a VERY accomplished hunter, punching tags in 16 different COUNTRIES, and received awards for some of the biggest sheep ever killed in the world!

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Cook Wild: Venison Lasagna

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0000

This month, Chef Mike Castaneda is making venison lasagna! This is SURE to be a family favorite! Want to impress your wife? Make this for her, and she’ll be impressed! We promise!

The Recipe:

1 lb Venison with Bacon

1/2 c Ricotta Cheese

1/2 c Mozzarella

1/3 c Basil Pesto

1 tsp Kosher Salt

2 c Crushed Tomatoes

Lasagna Noodles

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Ep. 189: Huntin' Overtime

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 09:14:47 -0000

Dylan is joined by Corey “Overtime” Anderson; UFC Vet, TUF19 Champ, and DIEHARD bowhunter! The two talk about Corey’s start in hunting, the journeys that it has taken him on, and the perfect balance that the serenity of bowhunting brings to the fighting life!

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Ep. 188: Bearfoot Hunting

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 06:51:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by The Mad Scientist himself, Chris Duffin! Chris is a WORLD CLASS, record breaking strength athlete, and co-founder of Bearfoot Shoes. The Bearfoot Bruin is designed and built to be a bare foot style shoe, helping you strengthen your ankle and foot! Chris is very well informed on the foot and ankle, and how a bare foot style shoe can benefit mountain hunters on and off the mountain!

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Ep. 187: The Bear Vision

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 13:06:28 -0000

Dylan is joined by the man in the driver's seat, Jon Lene, President at Bear Archery. Dylan and Jon talk about Jon’s tenure at Bear so far, the changes and the growth that we’ve seen so far, and his vision for the company moving forward!

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Cook Wild: Venison French Dip

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0000

Dylan is with Chef Mike Castaneda whipping up your new go-to venison recipe, THE FRENCH DIP! With very little prep, very few ingredients, and super easy to make, you’re going to go back to this one time and time again! The perfect recipe to throw in a pot and come back to ready to feed the entire family, or the big crowd you’re looking to introduce wild game to!

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Ep. 186: Build Your Bow - Fine Tuning and Sight In

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Caleb Sorrells from Bear Archery to wrap up the “Build Your Bow” Series. Caleb and Dylan conclude the series with fine tuning and final sight in! The two go in depth on fine tuning your bow, different steps to take and several different tuning methods. We conclude the series with some tips for sighting your bow effectively and efficiently!

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Ep. 185: Build Your Bow - Paper Tuning

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 06:02:36 -0000

Dylan is joined by Caleb Sorrells from Bear Archery to continue the "Build Your Bow" series. Caleb and Dylan continue the series with paper tuning! The two go in depth on all of the steps to paper tune your bow, and everything that can/should be adjusted to get your bow shooting the best it can!

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Ep. 184: Build Your Bow - D-Loop, Timing, Rest, & Peep Sight

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 20:07:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by PJ Reilly from Lancaster Archery to continue the “Build Your Bow” Series. PJ and Dylan continue the series with getting to the nuts and bolts, teaching you how to die a D-Loop, check your timing, get your rest center shot, timed, and set up as well as how to tie in a peep sight.

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Ep. 183: Build Your Bow - Mounting Accessories

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 03:54:00 -0000

Continuing the “Build Your Bow” Series, Dylan is joined by Andrew Hughes, Design Engineer at Trophy Ridge, to go over all of the different mounting options for your accessories. Covering specifics from bow companies like Hoyt and Mathews, the two go over all of the options, and some benefits and downsides of mounting them different ways.

This 5 part series will take you through every part of building your own bow at home. From pulling it out of the box to fine tuning everything, our goal is to provide you all of the resources necessary for working on your bow at home!

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Ep. 182: Build Your Bow - Specs and Draw Length

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 08:03:21 -0000

Kicking off the “Build Your Bow” Series, Dylan is joined by PJ Reilly from Lancaster Archery to cover initial inspection of the bow, making sure your bow is meeting all of the specs, and setting your draw length.

This 5 part series will take you through every part of building your own bow at home. From pulling it out of the box to fine tuning everything, our goal is to provide you with all of the resources necessary for working on your bow at home!

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Cook Wild: Duck Birria Tacos

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 06:04:08 -0000

Dylan is in camp with Chef Mike Castaneda at Liberty Ranch in Oklahoma with the living legend, Chuck Adams. Dylan and Chuck are grinding it out chasing late season deer, while Mike is changing the game with DUCK birria tacos!

Duck is one game that is HARD to make taste good, but this recipe is PERFECT for taking your waterfowl to an entirely new level!

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Ep. 181: Charging Bears and World Records

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 06:46:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Eric Bethune, who does it BIG! Eric is an adult onset hunter who has done BIG things in just a few short years. Killing a new world record bull, chasing down grizzlies, and taking on charging polar bears with his recurve, and he isn’t slowing down!

Bowhunting is for anyone and everyone, and it’s never too late to start. Eric is proof that anyone can do it, and do it BIG!

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Ep. 180: Long Distance Ethics

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:49:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Matt Jennings, host of The Game TV. Matt has had a KILLER season this year; most recently with a 110 yard PERFECT shot on a beautiful buck! Is shooting animals at long range ethical? How far is too far? How do you know when to shoot? Is what’s right for Matt right for everyone else? The two discuss it all and more!

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Ep. 179: Putting on Pressure

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 18:44:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Dave Thomas, from The Bowhunter Planet, to talk about the pressures we put on ourselves throughout hunting season. Pressures to kill, pressure to kill certain calibers of bucks, pressures of being in the woods, cultural pressures, and professional pressures. How do we overcome that and get back to the joy of hunting?

The two also discuss their BEST BUY bows of the year, and last minute Christmas gift ideas!

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Cook Wild: Chile Con Carne

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 04:03:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Chef Mike Castaneda for a wild take on a Mexican dish. A comfort food like no other, Chile Con Carne! Tune in to hear how to impress your friends and incorporate wild game in an easy way that’ll be a family favorite!

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Ep. 178: Strings and Stories

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 05:45:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by owner of Dominant Strands, Louis Maliongas. Louis is a staff shooter for Bear and shares many common loves with Dylan; their love for custom strings, releases, arrows, and chasing deer in the Midwest! Louis shares some tips on buying custom strings, choosing releases, learning your equipment, and of course some stories of BIG BUCKS!

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Ep. 177: Creating Influence

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 18:03:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Adam Leichner, one of the guys directly related to his start in bowhunting. Adam saw an opportunity, and jumped at the chance to be an influence on someone around him, and even lended Dylan the money to buy his first bow. Why? Because hunting changed Adam’s life and he wanted to SHARE IT! You don’t need a social media following or a large reaching platform to make BIG DIFFERENCES! Look for people all around you that are jumping at the chance to do something and be passionate about something.

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Ep.176: A Rut Day to Remember

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0000

Sweet Novemeber 9th SUCCESS, with rutting bucks, crazy stories, and two successful hunts! Dylan and his friend Austin Ledbetter BOTH punched tags within minutes of each other on one CRAZY November 9th!

Decoying bucks with KIDS IN THE BLIND always calls for a good story, so the boys throw in their experiences for best practices with a decoy!

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Ep. 175: Contemplating Ethics

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 16:59:04 -0000

Sometimes to remain ethical you have to consider things throughout the changing landscape we are all faced with. That’s what we are here to do. Dylan is joined by hunter and conservationist, Justin Spring, Executive Director of Pope & Young. Justin and Dylan talk through some of the hard hitting topics that ethical sportsmen are faced with today. It’s these types of make you think, challenge yourself as an outdoorsman, conversations that more bowhunters should be having, talking through, and growing from.

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Ep.174: Pre-Rut, Calling, and Weather

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 16:05:22 -0000

Dylan is joined by his good friend Corey Corson, from Liberty Ranch Outdoors; Oklahoma’s hidden gem and a deer hunting oasis. The two talk about Corey’s obsession over understanding weather, how to use that understanding, and hunting cold fronts! They talk about calling tactics, and finding pre-rut success and big, mature bucks!

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Ep.173: The Velvet 6 & Growing Hunters

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 19:50:09 -0000

Dylan is joined by Todd DeCapua, professional archer and bow hunter, along with longtime outdoorsman and wildlife conservationist. The two cover a lot of ground, starting with an opening day big 6 velvet buck, along with how Todd strives to continuing growing and inspiring others along the way. You do not want to miss this episode!

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Ep. 172: Live Better, Hunt Longer

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 15:28:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Jake Arvold, Director of 1st Phorm Outdoors, for a FUN episode! Jake and Dylan discuss Jake’s start, the AWESOME story of Jake enduring the storm of his life for a hunt with his dad, and the importance of living healthier to hunt longer and more successfully.

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Ep. 171: The Study of Deer Movement

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 16:02:28 -0000

Dylan is joined by Matt Ross, Director of Conservation at the National Deer Association. In this wildly informative episode Dylan and Matt talk about the movement of a deer over a lifetime, a year, and a season! The two discuss dispersal, home ranges, excursions, the single best day of the week to hunt, and the single best day of the year to hunt. The two also dive into what weather conditions play the biggest role in deer movement, and how those should determine when/where to hunt.

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Ep. 170: 2024 Bows Reviewed

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 13:17:19 -0000

Dylan is joined by PJ Reilly from Lancaster Archery to review all of the 2024 compounds from Bear. They talk about their favorite bows of the year, the “best buy” of the year, and their likes and dislikes of each bow. Tune in to hear their thoughts on every bow and what might be the best in different scenarios!

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Ep.169: 2024 New Trad Release

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 13:22:06 -0000

Dylan is joined by Neil Byce III from Bear Archery to discuss the new products in the traditional line up from Bear for the 2024 year. There is a lot to discuss with some very exciting new products; take down long bow limbs, a new Au Sable, the Little Bear, new riser finishes in both the Eichler and the Mag handles, and some new accessories!

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Ep. 168: 2024 Trophy Ridge Drop

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 13:01:33 -0000

Dylan is joined by Caleb Sorrells and Andrew Hughes to discuss the entire new lineup from Trophy Ridge for 2024. VERY exciting new products from Trophy Ridge for ANY bowhunter! Trophy Ridge has always built tools that bowhunters trust, and this year is NO DIFFERENT. Some of the best products to ever drop from Trophy Ridge are finally here, so tune in to hear all about them!

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Ep. 167: 2024 New Compounds

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 07:36:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Ryan Shutts, Product Manager at Bear Archery, to discuss all of the new compounds for 2024. Bear has some VERY exciting new bows for EVERY level of archer, and some brand new innovative technology that is VERY exciting!

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Cook Wild: Wild Game Game Day

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 13:06:00 -0000

Fall brings on hunting seasons AND football! Game day eats are a MUST, so Mike and Dylan talk about how to incorporate WILD GAME into your game day feasts! Birria style chili, dove poppers, and quail boneless wings are SURE to impress your game day guests, and keep you snacking all game!

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Ep. 166: A Bowhunter's Journey

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 11:35:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by country music singer Chris Colston, to talk about Chris’ journey into bowhunting. A couple years ago Chris posted a video, shaking like a leaf, showing pure, raw, authentic emotion over shooting his first deer with a bow; a spike! Since then, Chris has gone on a killing streak of some really good bucks! Dylan and Chris sit down and relive that first hunt, and the journey from then on! They talk about obstacles to overcome for adult onset hunters, what he’s learned, and how he's grown as a bowhunter along the way!

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Ep. 165: HUNT. GROW. INSPIRE.

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 18:47:17 -0000

Dylan is joined by Isaac Kent from Midwest Madness to talk about the premise behind this very podcast, to hunt, grow, and inspire. They talk about the importance of all three, and some important things to remember as outdoorsman. They two also talk about some “unconventional” hunting techniques that have proven to work in the field!

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Ep. 164: Archery Strong

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 18:17:10 -0000

Dylan is joined by Christian Williams of Archery Strong. The two discuss staying healthy to hunt LONGER. What causes injury, how to prevent injury, how to stay healthy, build bigger and better draw cycles, and training specifically for archers.

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Ep. 163: Camo...Pointless?

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 14:42:27 -0000

Dylan is joined by Aaron Ambur, CEO of Nexus Outdoors. The two discuss camo, how it works, and if it’s really worth it. They talk about different patterns and how those patterns are going to work differently through the season. They talk about layering, and how to run a good clothing system for different parts of the year.

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Ep. 162: Pursuing 233"

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 15:03:32 -0000

Dylan is joined by Chad Jones to talk about his MEGA giant 233” deer he took in 2018. The deer of a lifetime that comes with one heck of a story! Hear the incredible story, tips on patterning deer, being patient, and a discussion on a common hatred for poachers.

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Cook Wild: Elk Chorizo Tacos

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 21:57:00 -0000

Dylan is with Chef Mike Castaneda for this month's COOK WILD, and it's a GOOD ONE! Elk Chorizo Breakfast Tacos are on the menu for this month, and you HAVE to try these! They talk through how to prep your wild game into chorizo at time of butchering, and then how to make these incredible breakfast tacos!

Chorizo Recipe:

-4 lbs of Wild Game

-1 lb of Pork Fat

-4 tbsp Garlic Powder

-2 tbsp Onion Powder

-6 tbsp Guajillo Chile Powder

-1 Cup Cilantro, Finely Chopped

-8 tbsp Red Chile powder

-4 tbsp Smoked Paprika

-4 tbsp Dried Oregano

-1 tbsp Ground Cumin

-1/2 Cup Rice Wine Vinegar

-1 tbsp Salt

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Ep. 161: Comfortably Uncomfortable

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 12:18:50 -0000

Dylan is joined by Dylan Dowson, from OnX. The two discuss their obsession with chasing bears, and how to field judge them! They also talk about pre-season scouting, season prep, building confidence in yourself and your setup, and becoming comfortable with the uncomfortable.

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Ep. 160: Wrap, Fletch, and Shoot

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 04:08:41 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Brad and Nikki from Bohning. Bohning is legendary in the archery community, with over 75 years of innovative products made right here in the US! The three discuss all of Bohning's vane options, different fletching configurations, adhesives, and some best practices for building your own arrows.

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Ep. 159: Growing Deer

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 12:45:16 -0000

Dylan is joined by George Cummins and Jack Borcherding from Buck Bourbon. The three discuss supplementing your deer's needs and giving them what they need in order to grow a healthier herd. George has spent a lifetime learning how to grow bigger deer, and what those deer need in order to not only survive, but to thrive. Minerals, feeds, water, food plots; it can be a lot to unpack, so let us do it for you!

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Cook Wild: The Venison Philly Cheesesteak Pizza

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 16:21:51 -0000

Dylan is joined by Chef Mike Castaneda for some poolside pizza. Camp Chef is the brand giving you the ability to cook outdoors, and Mike proves this with an INCREDIBLE pizza made right by the pool on the Camp Chef Pizza Oven. You're going to want to give this incredible Venison Philly Cheesesteak Pizza a try, because the entire family is sure to love it!

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Ep. 158: Behind the Bear

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 13:42:26 -0000

Dylan is in Gainesville, FL at the Bear Archery factory with living archery legend Neil Byce. Neil is one of the hidden gems in the archery world. He is the last student of Fred Bear himself, and is working hard to continue the legacy that Fred Bear began 90 years ago. Bear Archery is made right here in the United States, and Dylan gets to take a tour of the entire factory, learn the history, and see the heritage. Every compound, designed, made, and assembled by hard working Americans. Each and every recurve and longbow is hand made and hand sanded RIGHT HERE.

Take a dive into the production of Bear Archery compounds and traditional bows, while getting a history lesson on the heritage that is unmatched by any other name in archery.

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Ep.157: Calling All Bulls

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0000

This week Dylan is joined by Marc Carlton from Native Game Calls, and Shane Mowery, The Bone Maniac. The three discuss all things elk calling: how to practice, good resources to learn, best practices in the field, and how to produce the BEST elk sounds, IF such thing even exists!

DISCOUNT CODE: BEAR101 for 35% OFF your entire order from www.nativebycarlton.com

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Ep. 156: The All New Adapt PLUS

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Hayden and Zach from The Hunting Public to give you the full rundown on the ALL NEW Adapt PLUS, a collaboration bow between Bear and THP. The Adapt was a HUGE hit, and now, THP has refined it to make it THAT MUCH BETTER with the Adapt PLUS. Tune in to hear all of the details on the new bow, and the new RTH package, offering the accessories that the THP crew trusts the most!

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Ep. 155: The Push

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 12:58:26 -0000

Dylan is joined by Matt Zirnsak from The Push. Dylan and Matt talk through Matt’s journey in traditional archery, developing a shot method, and different shooting styles. If you're having trouble becoming consistent with traditional equipment, this is a GREAT one to tune into!

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Ep. 154: Better Management, Bigger Deer

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 14:34:42 -0000

Dylan is joined by Thomas Krick from Identical Draw. The two talk through healthy land management, how to get the most out of your property, and the steps to take for better management, along with the natural progression a hunter goes through in their journey.

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Cook Wild: The Venison Smokehouse

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 02:15:41 -0000

Dylan is joined by Chef Mike Castaneda for the monthly special: COOK WILD! Dylan and Mike give you the complete rundown on the venison smokehouse, a smoked venison meatloaf sandwich topped with mashed potatoes, BBQ sauce, and crispy onion straws. It is mind-blowing how good this sandwich is, and even easier to make! Listen now for the full recipe and give it a shot!

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Ep. 153: Being an Okayest Hunter

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Eric Clark, from The Okayest Hunter. Eric and Dylan discuss what it means to be an "Okayest Hunter" and the positive impact they have. Buck shaming is a REAL problem, and with everyone being at a different stage of their hunting journey, it's your tag, and your choice! Hunt your way, shoot what makes you proud, and don't apologize to anyone for the way you do things!

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Ep. 152: The Legacy Lives On

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 05:55:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Jim Mesh from the John V. Mesh Memorial Scholarship. Dylan and Jim talk about carrying out the legacy passed on to us, some of their recent adventures, and how Jim was stranded on the mountain way too long! The John V. Mesh Memorial Scholarship is the premier conservation scholarship. Set up in John’s memory, dedicated to sponsoring learning opportunities for children and scholarships for those interested in a profession in conservation, this is one non-profit worth supporting.

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Ep. 151: The Bone Collector

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 14:34:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by The Bone Collector, Michael Waddell, to talk all things hunting. The two discuss the importance of camp camaraderie, passing on good ethics and hunting morals, bowhunting legends, traditional archery and shot distances, and even dive into the legend of Rue Rue Riley!

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Ep. 150: The Redneck Ninja

Wed, 31 May 2023 16:26:15 -0000

Dylan is joined by his good friend, Jason Nichols, and his son Jude. Through hearing stories of Jude’s wild and crazy 12-year-old redneck adventures, Dylan knew he had to have a conversation with the little man himself. The three discuss all of Jude’s antics: trapping, squirrel hunting, bowfishing, shooting giant bucks, and even…possum catching? They also discuss how Jason got Jude and his brothers introduced into hunting, tips for Jude to be able to continue building a heavier draw weight, and arrow setups for low poundage guys.

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Cook Wild: Introduction

Fri, 26 May 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Chef Mike Castaneda for the introduction to the new MONTHLY SPECIAL: “Cook Wild." Chef Mike was named one of the Top 10 Chefs in America by The Food Network, and is now teaming up with Dylan and Camp Chef to teach YOU how to make incredible wild game dishes. Tune in on the last Friday of every month when Chef Mike will walk you through an entirely new episode for you to take your wild game cooking to the next level.

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Ep. 149: Ethics, Impact, and Acceptance

Wed, 24 May 2023 14:29:03 -0000

Dylan is joined by Justin, Director of Big Game Records for Boone & Crockett, as well as Caleb Sorrells, Marketing Director at Bear Archery. The three discuss bowhunting and rifle hunting comparatively. They take a deep dive into the ethics of each, the impact they have, and the social acceptance of the two. These are the types of challenging conversations that SHOULD be had among us as hunters.

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Ep. 148: A Little On the Traditional Side

Wed, 17 May 2023 15:08:11 -0000

Dylan is joined by Nick Dieker, owner of Nick’s Knifeworks. Nick is a little on the traditional side. With a love for leather, wood, forging blades, making his own feathers from his most recent turkey harvest, and the ole stick and string, Nick might have been born a century too late. The two discuss all things blades, broad heads, shooting, tuning, and run down their thought process on some of the new technology in hunting.

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Ep. 147: Recruit and Represent

Wed, 10 May 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Easton Holder from Raised Hunting. Easton and his family have dedicated their lives to recruiting youth into bowhunting. Easton has developed some strong opinions on how we as hunters represent ourselves and the connection between our representation and the recruitment and retention of new hunters. Tune in for details on a MASSIVE giveaway!

GIVEAWAY: https://gleam.io/Tj9GN/hunting101-giveaway

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Ep. 146: Physically Functional

Wed, 03 May 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Donnie Howell from Redy Nutrients, to discuss elements of living a healthy life. Not for bodybuilding, getting jacked, running a marathon, or competing at a high level, but to simply live a life full of functional fitness to hunt more affectively, live a longer, happier life, and be able to continue hunting well into your years!

Get up, move, make changes, and you’ll never look back.

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Ep. 145: Record Breaking Year

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 12:02:21 -0000

Dylan is joined by none other than the man himself: Chuck Adams. Chuck was recently awarded several new world records and big game awards, and the two are here to discuss those records, and how the hunts unfolded. They also spend time talking about the mindset it takes to hang in there and make it happen, how to hunt in bad weather, tuning bows, and spending WAY too much money on unnecessary gear.

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Ep. 144: Feet or Fail

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 15:01:04 -0000

This week Dylan is joined by Shane Mowery and Jim Hoffman of Hoffman Boots. The three discuss the importance of good boots, what to look for in a boot, and fit and care for your boots. They also discuss some general feet care tips to keep you more comfortable, keeping you in the game longer, and making you more successful!

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Ep. 143: Trail Cam Talk

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 06:26:56 -0000

Dylan is joined by Chris Dunkin, the Wireless Division Manager of Muddy Outdoors. The two talk all things trail cameras; year round use verse seasonal, tips to get the most out of your cameras, where to place them, and accessories to work alongside your cameras.

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Ep. 142: Hunt Your Way

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 04:31:00 -0000

This week Dylan is joined by award winning Christian Artist, Rhett Walker, along with Nick Layton. The three talk about Rhett’s hang up with deer hunting, Dylan not being to keen on turkey hunting, and all of the different opportunities there are in the great outdoors to find something that YOU enjoy doing! You don’t have to do what everyone else does, or hunt the way everyone else does; do what YOU enjoy, the way YOU enjoy it!

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Ep. 141: The Ranch Fairy

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 16:12:00 -0000

The Ranch Fairy: a guy that stands out and does things his own way. This week Dylan unpacks The Fairy’s way of doing things. They talk about tuning bows, FOC, heavy arrows, sharpening broad heads, and shooting big pigs! The consensus of the entire conversation: shoot the arrows that YOU have confidence in! If it works, don’t change it!

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Ep. 140: Staring Down South

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 07:05:45 -0000

Dylan is joined by the man responsible for it all; his mentor, his best friend, his dad: Randall Ray. They talk about Randall's start in hunting and Dylan’s young start in the woods. They talk about shooting the small ones, keeping it fun, and enjoying the process! They tell some fun stories, including Dylan’s first buck: the doe with…nuts.

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Ep. 139: Talkin' Trad

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 05:24:48 -0000

Dylan is joined by Fred Eichler to talk about their recurve setups, Fred’s most recent hunts, their favorite methods of practicing, and micro tuning.

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Ep. 138: Devoted to Tags

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 12:56:00 -0000

Dylan is joined by Eric Pawlak, Director of WTA Tags at World Wide Trophy Adventures. The two discuss different out of state options for OTC, preference points, limited entry tags, and hunting with an outfitter. This can be a lot to unpack and understand when looking to hunt new places, or new species, and knowing the best route to take can be difficult. Dylan and Eric unpack all of that and what the best options are for creating new opportunities to hunt out of state or new species.

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Ep.137: Big Cats and Complications

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 00:19:59 -0000

This week Dylan is joined by Shane Mowery, The Bone Maniac. Dylan and Shane talk all things mountain lions, and the challenges you face trying to get a big cat. They also talk through some of the things that hunters today make way too difficult by adding unnecessary complications into the mix. Keep it simple, get back tot he basics, and enjoy hunting.

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Ep. 136: Hunt Your Way

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 10:12:29 -0000

Dylan is joined by Zach Ferenbaugh, from The Hunting Public. Zach and Dylan discuss bow setups, heavy arrows, broad head choices, hunting with decoys, and more. The consensus: hunt the way YOU want! Use what works for YOU. Shoot what YOU have confidence in!

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Ep.135: All-American Bowhunter

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 13:16:27 -0000

Dylan is joined by Arkansas Razorback All-American baseball player, Jared Wegner. Jared is new to bowhunting, and found early success with shooting his first buck in Oklahoma this past fall. Dylan and Jared talk about some of the barriers of entry for new hunters, some of the lessons learned along the way, and how to continue growing as a bowhunter.

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Ep. 134: How to Talk About Hunting

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 17:21:22 -0000

Dylan is joined by Peter Churchbourne, from The NRA, to talk in depth about the NRA’s groundbreaking new studies examining Americans’ attitudes toward hunting and hunters. Peter and Dylan talk about the best ways to communicate with non-hunters, and how to carry ourselves so as to portray hunters in a good light. The overwhelming majority of non-hunters are okay with hunting when provided FACTS. So, now we must LEARN the facts, and understand how to share them in a way that will be well received.

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Ep.133: Influential Change

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 14:11:46 -0000

Dylan is joined by Dave Thomas from Bowhunter Planet to talk about the BEST BUY bow for 2023. They also discuss about changes that could take place inside the industry to have a better influence on the non hunting public, and cast a better light on us as sportsmen.

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Ep.132: Deer Zones

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 06:00:28 -0000

Dylan is joined by two guys that know big bucks and how to kill them: Warren and David Holder from Raised Hunting! Dylan wanted to have the guys on to talk through their new idea behind “deer zones”. Learning and understanding this about deer WILL help you kill bigger deer, and get in amongst them more consistently!

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Ep.131: 90 and Counting

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 06:31:52 -0000

This week Dylan is hanging out in the Bear booth at ATA and sits down with Jon Lene and Caleb Sorrells from Bear to talk about Bear’s 90 years of history, being made in the USA, and what it looks like to continue the legacy that Fred Bear started.

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Ep.130: The 1200" Season

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 07:40:51 -0000

Dylan is joined by Matt Jennings, Host of The Game. The two discuss the incredible season that Matt has had, putting over 1,200” of antler on the ground. They also take a little time to talk about how we take for granted this life we’re given as Americans; and as outdoorsmen.

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Ep.129: Play Hard, Hunt Harder

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 05:39:26 -0000

Dylan is joined by Kip Etter, owner of his hometown gun shop, Powder & String Outfitters. The two talk about what it takes to find success. Working hard to lead to hunting success, but having some fun along the way to keep your head in the game

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Ep.128: The Legendary Buck

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 06:00:12 -0000

This week Dylan is joined by Ryan Kirby, artist and straight up deer nerd. The two discuss the growth, maturity, anatomy, and their all around infatuation of the legendary whitetail buck.

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Ep.127: Success, Six Pointer, and Setup Change

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 06:00:32 -0000

Dylan is back with Joey, Andrew, and Gabe to recap their hunts. They talk through the ups and down, the giant 6 point, the blown opportunities, the lessons learned, and the change in equipment.

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Ep.126: Setups, Plans, and Expectations

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 05:47:47 -0000

Dylan is joined by National Champion Strongman, Joey Szatmary, Trophy Ridge’s Andrew Hughes, and outfitter, Gabe Ledbetter to talk about their new 2023 setups and their initial thoughts on the new bows, as well as their game plan and expectations for their week in camp at Hill Creek Outfitters.

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Ep.125: Culling Deer

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 11:58:09 -0000

This week, Dylan is joined by Corey Corson of Liberty Ranch Outdoors to recap Dylan's recent successful hunt for a "cull" deer. The two go in depth about culling and managing deer and how to manage your property to produce the best deer herd.

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Ep.124: The Signature Series

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 06:54:52 -0000

This week Dylan is joined by none other than Fred Eichler himself to talk details on the NEW Fred Eichler Signature Series! The two also talk personal setups, Fred’s success this fall, how to hunt over decoys, and…shaving?

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Ep. 123: Inspirational Challenges

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 04:50:37 -0000

This week Dylan is joined by Bryan Burkhardt, accomplished bowhunter and President of the Compton Traditional Bowhunters. Bryan and Dylan talk about their season thus far, the challenges that bowhunters face, and how to use the challenges to find inspiration to keep going! We all have rough seasons, but the rough seasons make the good ones that much better!

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Ep.122: Sheep Hunting and Sleeper States

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 06:00:22 -0000

This week Dylan is joined by Gabe Ledbetter, from Pope Brothers Guide Service. The two recap Gabe’s early success this fall, Gabe’s incredible audad hunt, and sleeper states to kill giant whitetails.

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Ep.121: Prioritize Your Arrows

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 04:05:16 -0000

Dylan sits down this week with Dan McClain of Arrow Junkie to tell you why you should be paying more attention to your arrows, and exactly how to give them the attention they deserve.

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Ep.120: Life Changing Mentorships

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 13:13:31 -0000

This week Dylan is joined by Thomas and Nathan Krick from Identical Draw. The Kricks just started an amazing new website, www.newhunter.org, designed for new hunters to meet mentors and start growing as sportsmen! The three talk about the importance of not only finding a mentor, but how life changing it is to BE a mentor.

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Ep.119: Rants, Raves, and a Mindset Change

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 04:37:05 -0000

This week Dylan is joined by Shane Mowery, The Bone Maniac. The two discuss Shane’s incredible success this fall, new bows, go on a couple rants, and discuss the mindset change that Dylan is going through this fall.

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Ep.118: Deer, Decoys, and Little Debbie's

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 05:00:28 -0000

This week on The Hunting 101 Podcast Dylan is joined by Laden Force from North American Whitetails. The two discuss all things whitetails; from snacks to late season tactics.

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Ep.117: The Bows Reviewed

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 05:48:13 -0000

This week on Bear Archery’s Hunting 101 Podcast Dylan is joined by Bryan Dickess from Mike’s Archery and Dave Thomas of Bowhunter Planet. Bryan and Dave are KNOWN for their bow reviews, and having spent some time with the Execute 30 & 32, the Legend XR, and the Adapt, they’re here to give you their unbiased opinions!

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Ep. 116: New 2023 Bows

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 05:00:22 -0000

This is it: the episode you’ve all been waiting for! This week Dylan is joined by Ryan Shutts and Ted Boester of Bear Archery to go over every detail of all the new bows for 2023. Compounds, traditional, and crossbows; it’s all here!

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Ep.115: Deer 101 - Lessons from a New Hunter

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 05:17:47 -0000

This week we wrap up our Deer 101 Series with Dylan as he is joined by Jeff Lye, a new hunter. Jeff took up the challenge of hunting last year, and is here to share his journey, the lessons the learned, and the things he will be changing this year to become more successful. As a new hunter, it’s important to never stop learning and growing as a hunter, and Jeff is ready to take on this season applying what he learned in his first year!

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Ep.114: Deer 101 - Shoot, Recover, and Process

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 05:00:14 -0000

Dylan sits down with Warren Holder from Raised Hunting to discuss shot placement, and everything you need to know to recover the deer and bring home that meat! https://youtu.be/rv9mn3K7qYs https://youtube.com/shorts/is7V-4vdw1U?feature=share https://youtube.com/shorts/67osFoRrAcQ?feature=share

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Ep.113: Early Season Elk

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 06:51:54 -0000

We take a break from our Deer 101 Series to catch up with Dylan on his early season elk hunt. Dylan is joined by Waylon Herzig of Ace Outfitters to recap their week of elk hunting in Idaho and teach you how to be more successful on your early season elk hunts!

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Ep.112: Deer 101 - Tactics

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 20:25:05 -0000

This week Dylan is joined by Dr. Karl Miller and Phillip Vanderpool to talk all things tactics, from scent control to calling, and the infamous pee-from-your-stand technique!

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Ep.111: Deer 101 - Necessary Gear

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 05:00:29 -0000

Dylan sits down with Steve Allie of ScentLok to discuss necessary. All you really need is a license and a weapon, but Dylan and Steve will help you figure out where you want to invest beyond that to ensure a successful hunt.

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Ep.110: Deer 101 - Hunt Prep

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 04:18:57 -0000

This week, Dylan is joined by Aaron Warbritton of The Hunting Public and Kris Chain of Season Report for the next installment of the Deer 101 series: Hunt Prep. Learn how you can stay prepped all year long, as well as what you need to be addressing as season rolls around. THP Video on The Adapt: https://youtu.be/HCi14VJ-qp0 https://youtu.be/HCi14VJ-qp0

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Ep.109: Deer 101 - Where to Hunt

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 04:03:37 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Brian Murphy of Hunt Stand and Jarad and Josh Stubbs of Elevate Stands. In this third installment of the Deer 101 series, the guys discuss finding where to hunt, from getting land, to picking the right tree.

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Ep.108: Deer 101 - Scouting

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 05:00:26 -0000

Ep.108: Deer 101 - Scouting by Bear Archery

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Ep.107: Deer 101 - Barriers of Entry

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 05:00:22 -0000

This week kicks off a 9-part series on all things deer hunting. To start, Dylan is joined with David Holder of Raised Hunting to remove any excuses you might have as they tackle common barriers to entry into hunting.

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Ep.106: Time to Adapt

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 04:46:32 -0000

Dylan sits down this week to talk with Aaron Warbritton from The Hunting Public and Ryan Shutts of Bear Archery, to discuss Bear's newest bow: The Adapt, a collaborative effort with the Hunting Public.

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Ep.105: Know Your Meat

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 05:16:50 -0000

Dylan sits down this week with David Curtis of Enzy Campers to hear the story behind the brand, as well as discuss their shared passion for teaching the next generation of hunters and the general public about where our food comes from.

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Ep.104: Don't Mess With Texas

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 10:00:28 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Ky McNett of Texas Hunting Resources and Chris Spalding, winner of the Axis Hunt. They recap the hunt and rub salt in Dylan's wounds for missing out!

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Ep.103: "Budget" Bows and Breaking Records

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 04:30:48 -0000

Dylan is joined by Jason Rounsaville of The Pope and Young Club this week. Bear is making a huge investment in bow hunting advocacy with their current promotion to provide a P&Y membership along with all new bow purchases. Check out the importance of supporting P&Y and other organizations like it!

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Ep.102: Fred Eichler Q & A

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 06:50:12 -0000

This week, Dylan is with none other than Fred Eichler to answer your fan-submitted questions!

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Ep.101: Archery Shouldn't Hurt

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 06:04:10 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by the Mountain Physio, Dr. Preston Ward. The two do a deep dive into longevity for bowhunters. Want to keep hunting pain free as you age? Or maybe hunting is already painful for you? This is the episode you need!

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Ep.100: 100 and Counting

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 13:15:25 -0000

Dylan is joined for this milestone episode by Kristy Titus and Michele Eichler. They chat about their starts in hunting, how to inspire new hunters, especially your own children, wild game cooking, and the dangers of social media and technology.

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Ep.99: Blades, Bows, and Backing Out

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 04:03:06 -0000

Dylan sits down this week with Nick Dieker of Nick's Knife Works. They chat about knives, along with getting started in traditional archery and occasionally wanting to throw in the towel.

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Ep.98: Optics Breakdown

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 05:40:04 -0000

Dylan sits down this week with Andrew McKean and Darin Cooper to cover all things optics. If you're looking for more on the what, when, and why of optics, this is the episode for you!

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Ep.97: Chuck Adams Q&A

Wed, 25 May 2022 05:00:29 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by none other than Chuck Adams, as he answers questions submitted by you, the listeners!

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Ep.96: Ranting and Raving

Wed, 18 May 2022 04:34:01 -0000

Dylan sits down with Bryan Dickess from Mike's Archery this week. Bryan shares his passion for getting everyone's hands on the perfect bow for them, and Dylan goes on an epic rant.

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Ep.95: Spring Bear Hunts

Wed, 11 May 2022 12:52:40 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Waylon Herzig of Ace Outfitters. They discuss all things bear hunting, with a focus on Spring time bears in Idaho. Waylon knows bears; take the time to learn from him and be ready to put down some bears this Spring!

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Ep.94: Coffee, Bears, and Pack Dumps

Wed, 04 May 2022 13:36:50 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Tony Burlison of Dark Timber Coffee. They chat all things bear hunting and making coffee in the back woods.

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Ep.93: Passion, Pursuit, and Punching Tags

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 03:13:08 -0000

Dylan sits down with Brent Henderson this week to discuss ethics, passion, and purpose. This is a unique episode you don't want to miss!

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Ep.92: Beginners, Budgets, and Bows

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 05:00:44 -0000

Dylan sits down this week with Dave Thomas of Bow Hunter Planet. If you're looking to get into bow hunting for the first time, this is the episode for you!

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Ep.91: Hunt, Gather, and Grow

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 05:00:38 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Kris Chain of Season Report to share some of the new features of the service for foraging and growing food, as well as killing it. They are then joined by Isaac Weintz, a fellow board member with Kris for Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, to talk some turkey hunting.

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Ep.90: Turkey Talk

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 05:00:38 -0000

Dylan sits down this week with Bear's own Chris Parrish. If you don't turkey hunt, Chris will let you know why you're missing out, and give you some tips to start off on the right foot.

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Ep.89: The Viking Bowhunter

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 04:52:12 -0000

Dylan is joined by Raymond Rowe, aka Erik of the Viking Raiders in the WWE. They chat about Raymond's start in hunting, how to find success, and the difference between hillbillies and rednecks.

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Ep.88: Take Your Shot

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 05:07:38 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Aj Kazmierczak. They have a great conversation about going after your dreams, staying humble, and living life to the fullest!

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Ep.87: The Tribute Hunt

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 03:33:38 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Bryan Burkhardt and Jim Eeckhout to share about their tribute hunt in honor of Fred Bear.

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Ep.86: Start Young, Stay Longer

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 06:06:57 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Joe Coy. They discuss tools for helping hunters, young and old, get in the field and stay in the field; as well as improving everyone's hunting experiences.

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Ep.85: Going All In

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 06:02:22 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Warren Holder. Warren has recently made the switch to a recurve, so the two do a deep dive into topics and issues pertinent for a new traditional archer.

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Ep. 84: "Simple" Trick Shooting

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 05:39:32 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by trick shot specialist James Jean. James breaks down some of his best trick shots, how he got started in trick shooting, and how you can become a better archer!

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Ep. 83: Sacred Ground

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 06:28:03 -0000

This week Dylan is joined by THE Bone Maniac, Shane Mowery. They cover a lot of ground, but most important is the hunt of a lifetime Shane recently completed!

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Ep.82: Howl for Wildlife

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 05:57:34 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Charles Whitwam of Howl for Wildlife. Charles shares about the incredible work they are doing for conservation and advocacy, and how you can (and should) be involved as well!

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Ep.81: Alone

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 05:51:46 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Clay Hayes. Clay discusses his long standing career as a stick-bow hunter, and how that played into his time on Alone. He's got some awesome stories and insights; this is one you won't want to miss!

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Ep.80: Breaking Barriers

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 06:00:24 -0000

This week, Dylan is joined by Frank Ragnow, starting center for the Detroit Lions! They talk about finding land for those who live in the city, balancing hunting with other parts of life, setting priorities, and trusting the process. Check it out!

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Ep.79: Tools Bowhunters Trust

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 07:15:04 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Andrew from Trophy Ridge, as he walks us through all of the exciting things Trophy Ridge has to offer!

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Ep.78: Deer Rut and Digital Setups

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 22:24:49 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Nathan Krick of Identical Draw. They discuss a range of topics, from recapping the season, how they dealt with struggles, the changes they've seen in the rut, and exciting new technology!

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Ep.77: Chuck Joins the Family

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 13:54:12 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by none other than Chuck Adams to drop a huge announcement: Chuck is coming to Bear! Chuck takes some time to talk about his long standing love for Fred Bear and his bows, and why this move is the perfect fit. He also shares plenty of stories along the way; check it out!

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Ep.76: Expectations and Exceptions

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 04:30:09 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Chris Parrino for some real talk about the impact of social media on expectations for hunting, and what new hunters can actually expect when they get in the field.

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Ep.75: Success and Slow Starts

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 06:04:36 -0000

Dylan is joined again this week by Joey Szatmary to recap his hunt in Oklahoma and his first whitetail!

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Ep.74: The Start of a New Journey

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 06:17:16 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Joey Szatmary; national champion strongman, gym owner, coach, and entrepreneur. Joey is also brand new to hunting. This week, he'll be going with Dylan on a hunt in Oklahoma, so tune in now for the "before," and get to know Joey a little better!

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Ep.73: Late Season Showdown

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 06:00:44 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Aaron Ambur from ScentLok to discuss the benefits of late season hunting, and tips and tricks for scent control.

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Ep.72: Sweet Success

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 06:00:39 -0000

This week Dylan is joined by Mike Pelletier of Hardcore Pursuit to talk about the incredible season he has had thus far! The two also dive into some tips and tricks, and we get to hear a special phone call with the axis deer hunt giveaway winner!

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Ep.71: Cat or Mouse

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 18:41:31 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Baker Black. They discuss a wide range of topics from coffee to scent control to expectations and anxiety. Check it out!

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Ep.70: The Pursuit of Perfection

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 06:06:55 -0000

Dylan is joined by Andy and Nate from HuntWise. They discuss the role HuntWise can play in giving you better odds at being successful this season, as well as a variety of other tips and tricks for being a better archer and hunter in general.

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Ep.69: The Western Experience

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 05:28:03 -0000

This week, Dylan is joined by Zac Jones, Vice President of Alaska Guide Creations. They chat about the differences in hunting different regions of the U.S., tips and tricks for bino harnesses, and remembering what's truly important in hunting.

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Ep.68: Bush of Bone

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 16:02:54 -0000

Dylan is joined by Brian Butcher to talk about his incredible buck, The Butcher Buck. The two also talk about the myths behind the lull, cold fronts, pre rut success, and the power of cedar.

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Ep.67: Seasons, Small Game, and Shed Dogs

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 16:25:52 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Kris Chain from Season Report. Kris shares his vision behind Season Report, and the two talk everything from wild game recipes to dog training to squirrel hunting. Check it out!

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Ep.66: Early Success, Elk Hunts, and Eatin' Pork

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 10:00:37 -0000

Dylan is joined by Kristy Titus this week and their conversation runs the gamut; from gear, tips and tricks, recipes, life advice, and more!

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Ep.65: 2022 Bow Launch

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 02:58:07 -0000

Dylan sits down with Chris Parrish and Ryan Shutts from Bear to walk through their recently launched line of bows!

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Ep.64: Growing Deer

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 13:31:09 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by an all-star cast: Jim Willems, Kip Adams, and Jason Rounsaville. They discuss the recent kill of a deer which had gotten loose from a high fence facility, and the problems inherent with farm-raised deer.

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Ep.63: Makin' Papa Bear Proud

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 07:04:24 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Johnathan Karch to talk traditional archery!

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Ep.62: Different Strokes for Different Folks

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 04:45:16 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Dave Thomas of Bow Hunter Planet to talk about getting back to the heart of bow hunting.

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Ep.61: Elk Hunts, Bear Meat, and Rants

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 18:26:08 -0000

Dylan is joined by the Bone Maniac, Shane Mowery to share some elk hunting stories, talk wild game, and go on some crazy tangents!

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Ep.60: A Different Mindset

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 02:29:04 -0000

Dylan is joined by Allen Bolen to discuss his motivations for getting big game!

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Ep.59: Leasing Redefined

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 04:49:37 -0000

This week, Dylan is joined by Nick Olano of American Hunt to discuss the importance of access to hunting land.

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Ep.58: What's the Deal with E-Bikes?

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 18:11:50 -0000

Dylan is joined by Thomas Mifsud to discuss all things e-bikes!

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Ep.57: Lasting Relationships

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 13:45:57 -0000

Dylan sits down with Alec Wyman from Bear, along with Gabe Ledbetter, to discuss the expanding relationship with ScentLok, the future of Bear, and to relive some awesome memories!

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Ep.56: Bowhunting Saved My Life

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 05:31:20 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Brandon Waddell of Mountain Archery Fest. This one goes deep, so buckle up for the ride!

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Ep.55: Fun, Food, and Fathers

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 04:45:12 -0000

Dylan is joined by Joe Elliston and Dennis Stokes of Initial Ascent. They talk about the importance of finding gear that fits you, and shoot the breeze about past hunts, wild game, and important memories.

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Ep.54: The New Pope and Young

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 05:13:16 -0000

Dylan is joined by Jason Rounsaville of Pope and Young and Chris Parrish of Bear Archery to talk about the future Pope and Young and their long-standing relationship with Bear Archery.

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Ep.53: Tangents, Tips, and Trad Bows

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 13:21:19 -0000

This week, Dylan is joined by Tom Clum. They discuss their love for traditional archery, and why it's perfectly fine if you prefer a different method of hunting. They also have a candid conversation about ethics and our support for fellow hunters, and Tom shares solid advice along the way that will apply to any type of hunter.

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Ep.52: A Conservation Mindset

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 05:25:17 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Corey Corson at Liberty Ranch. They discuss the ranch, conservation, thermals, cooking wild game, and more.

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Ep.51: Making it the Hard Way

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 13:18:25 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Matt Jennings and Steve Allie to discuss their upcoming hunts, tips on scent control, and what it takes to make it in the outdoor industry.

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Ep.50: Control the Hunt

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 17:31:12 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Harold and Darryl Monk of WiseEye Technology. They give the low-down on their cameras and share some tips and tricks to get the most out of them. You'll also get a good dose of southern culture along the way!

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Ep.49: Kids, the Super 10, and Fun Stories

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 06:52:48 -0000

Dylan sits down with Marcus Gores this week to discuss all things hunting; from tips and tricks, to fun stories, and the importance of conservation and passing on the gift of hunting.

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Ep.48: Scoring Redefined

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 05:37:44 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Andrew McKean and Brooks Hanson to discuss a new system for scoring animals based on what's really important: eating.

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Ep.47: Elk Talk

Wed, 26 May 2021 05:09:56 -0000

This week, Dylan is joined by Corey Jacobsen of Elk 101. They talk all things elk hunting, from wind and calls, to fitness and gear. Check it out!

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Ep.46: Make Hunting Fun Again

Wed, 19 May 2021 05:55:59 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Zach Ferenbaugh from The Hunting Public. To discuss turkey hunting, stalking whitetails, and caffeine addictions.

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Ep.45: The Game

Wed, 12 May 2021 18:04:10 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Matt Jennings, host of The Game. They chat about bow setups, bear encounters and their feelings on turkey hunting.

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Ep.44: Backpack Breakdown

Wed, 05 May 2021 05:02:42 -0000

On this episode, Dylan is joined by Joe Elliston of Initial Ascent. Joe breaks down the essential steps to packing for a backwoods bear hunt.

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Ep.43: The Nocturnal Archer

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 04:08:13 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Andy Donald, the Nocturnal Archer. Andy discusses his rare vision impairment and how his love for archery and hunting has motivated him to overcome obstacles.

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Ep.42: Thriving Alone

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 03:45:04 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Jordan Jonas, season 6 winner of Alone! They talk through everything from taking a moose with a recurve to the survivalist mindset and getting your kids to love the outdoors.

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Ep.41: Trad 101 - Still Not Convinced?!

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 06:36:56 -0000

To wrap up the Traditional Series, Dylan is joined by a full cast of who's who in traditional bow hunting: Jim Willems, Clay Hayes, Aron Snyder, and Fred Eichler. If you've been following along with the traditional series, and haven't yet decided to take up traditional archery, this episode will change that! Don't miss it!

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Ep.40: Trad 101 - Bow Experiences

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 05:00:32 -0000

Dylan is joined this week with Chris Parrino. Chris talks in depth about his various bows throughout the years, what he likes and dislikes about each, and gives some guidance on selecting bows for different purposes.

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Ep.39: Trad 101 - Shot Execution

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 05:00:40 -0000

Along with his brother Aaron, the resident novice, Dylan is joined by none other than Harv Ebers for this installment in the Traditional 101 series. Harv walks us through a structured, controlled shot sequence that applies to any kind of archery, not just traditional!

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Ep.38: Trad 101 - Aiming Methods

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 05:00:29 -0000

Dylan is joined by Tom Clum of Rocky Mountain Specialty Gear for our fourth installment in the Traditional 101 series. This episode is all about aiming. Tom breaks down the various aiming methods, their pros and cons, and how to execute them.

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Ep.37: Trad 101 - Arrow Setup

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 06:15:05 -0000

Dylan and the resident newbie Aaron are joined by Aron Snyder to talk arrows. Aron walks us through the process of selecting and setting up your arrows to have the best chance of success with a traditional bow.

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Ep.36: Trad 101: Recurve Setup

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 06:00:38 -0000

So you just got your new traditional bow; now what?! For the second installment in our Traditional series, Dylan is joined by the Tom Brady of bow hunting himself, Fred Eichler! Fred walks us through the setup and tuning of bow so you can shoot lights out! Lots of tips and tricks, even for the seasoned bow hunter.

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Ep.35: Trad 101 - Selecting a Bow

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 06:00:32 -0000

The Traditional series is here! Dylan is joined by Jim Willems of Pope and Young to kick things off. In this episode, they discuss everything you need to consider when choosing a traditional bow.

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Ep.34: This is the Way

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 06:42:11 -0000

Dylan is joined by the cast of The Way TV. This one gets a little rowdy as the group recalls stories, tells of future plans, and shares recipes.

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Ep.33: Hardcore Pursuit

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 06:00:32 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by the host of Hardcore Pursuit: Mike Pelletier. If you've ever wanted a look behind the curtain of making a hunting show, or entertained the thought of making one yourself, this is the episode for you!

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Ep.32: The Hunting Public

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 06:00:32 -0000

Dylan catches up with Aaron Warbritton from The Hunting Public. They talk about what the Hunting Public stands for, how they got their start, and how we all can play a role in bettering our world as hunters.

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Ep.31: Identical Draw

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 05:21:24 -0000

Dylan is joined by Nathan and Thomas Krick of Identical Draw. Nathan and Thomas are identical twins who can certainly agree on their passion for bowhunting; but not who is the better looking!

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Ep.30: Here to Stay

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 03:55:41 -0000

Dylan catches up with David and Warren Holder from Raised Hunting. They touch on a little bit of everything, from what they love about Bear and its fit with Raised Hunting, to their bow setups, and even preferred wild game meat. It was a great conversation you won't want to miss.

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Ep. 29: The Maniac is Home

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 06:09:03 -0000

Dylan is joined once again by Shane Mowery, the Bone Maniac, to welcome him home to the Bear family. The two discuss why they've chosen Bear, and share tips and tricks on hunting and cooking. They also announce a HUGE giveaway, which you can sign up for at this link: https://gleam.io/vUJgf/the-hunting-101-podcast-bear-hunt-giveaway

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Ep.28: Pursue the Wild

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 06:38:06 -0000

This week, Dylan welcomes Kristy Titus to the Bear family! Kristy is the host of the show Pursue the Wild. Her and Dylan discuss their favorite Bear products, their plans for upcoming hunts, the different challenges that come with hunting a stand or spot and stalk hunting.

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Ep.27: Eichlers Join the Fred Bear Way

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 06:32:14 -0000

Dylan welcomes Fred Eichler and his family to the Bear Archery family! They discuss the incredible legacy of Fred Bear that not only informs what Bear Archery is, but bow hunting in general. Tune in to learn why the Eichler family decided to come back home to Bear!

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Ep. 26: Blood Origins

Wed, 30 Dec 2020 22:15:26 -0000

This week, Dylan is joined by Robbie from Blood Origins! Robbie fills us in on what Blood Origins is all about, and gives us a ton of information about what it means to be a hunter and how to talk about it with the non-hunting majority. This is one you'll want to share with your friends, hunter or not.

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Ep.25: The American Archer

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 07:51:00 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Tom Nelson, The American Archer. They discuss the legacy of Fred Bear, and do a deep dive into strategies for becoming a better archer and bow hunter. If you want to get better, this is an episode for you!

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Ep.24: Stories With a Stick Bow

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 06:04:19 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Chris Parrino. This episode has a little bit of everything: stories, history, bow production, tips and tricks, you name it!

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Ep.23: The Bone Maniac

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 06:31:35 -0000

Dylan and Shane Mowery, a.k.a. The Bone Maniac, sit down to discuss some recent hunts, and get down to the heart of what makes hunting special; regardless of the game or the methods used.

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Ep.22: BHP

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 06:00:55 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Dave Thomas of Bow Hunter Planet to recap their respective hunting seasons. They tell a few stories, talk some shop, and have a lot of fun along the way. Check it out!

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EP. 21: Cabela's Takeover

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 06:00:42 -0000

Dylan is with Aaron Ambur, President of Nexus Outdoors, and they are taking over Cabela's! They shoot bows, shoot the bull, and have a great time along the way! You'll hear the story of Aaron's awesome Kansas buck, catch the winner of the giveaway, and probably get some good laughs!

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EP. 20: Protect the Passion

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 06:00:58 -0000

Dylan is joined by Jason Rounsaville from Pope and Young. Jason fills us in on what Pope and Young is all about, and why you should definitely be supporting them any way you can!

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EP. 19: Rut Stories

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 06:03:04 -0000

Dylan is joined this week by Jeff Danker of BuckVentures. Jeff has a lot of great stories to share, along with a huge dose of wisdom to glean from them. Learn from the best what you should be doing to have a successful hunt in the rut.

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Ep.18: Weather, Rut, and Wind

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 01:20:03 -0000

Dylan is joined by his good friend, Gabe Ledbetter: outfitter, and Kill and Eat TV host. The two share their thoughts on the rut, the wind, and poor weather conditions. Learn how to hunt the wind, tactics for the rut, and how to make the most of what might not be a bad situation after all.

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Ep. 17: Huntin' The Rut

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 05:00:46 -0000

Dylan is joined by Ronnie "Cuz" Strickland from Mossy Oak to discuss all things rut. Learn how to identify the rut and how to go about hunting it. From calls, to decoys, and everything in between; they cover it all!

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Ep. 16: Scent Control Breakdown

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 18:46:26 -0000

Dylan is joined by Aaron Ambur of ScentLok, Jared Larsen of OnX, and Tom Linkoski of Link's Taxidermy. The four of them discuss all things scent control. What products you need, which ones you might not, and the how, when, and why of using them.

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Ep. 15: Should've Called Em' Lucky

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 04:15:49 -0000

One of Dylan’s good friends, Austin Ledbetter, took on the task of creating a new hunter in John Mraz. 3 years in, 2nd deer down, and John Mraz had shot the 7th largest deer in Kansas History: a 239” GIANT! But the story gets better. Austin shot his biggest buck to date 2 nights before, and had a crazy close encounter!

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Ep. 14: 2021 Product Lineup

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 05:24:11 -0000

Dylan is joined by Chris and Ryan from Bear to cover everything you need to know about all of the new releases in Bear's 2021 lineup, and there is a lot of new stuff...almost too much for Dylan to keep track of!

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Ep. 13: 2021 Product Teasers

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 05:00:07 -0000

Dylan sits down with Chris, Ryan, and Jon from Bear Archery to give you some teasers of upcoming product releases! A lot of new things coming, so be sure to check it out. You'll also want to check out the MASSIVE give away that goes live the same time as this episode!

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EP. 12: Bear Camp Fun

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 05:29:27 -0000

This week, Dylan is joined by Tom Linkoski. The two sit down for a chat during a recent bear hunt in Maine. They swap stories, share tips and tricks, discuss future plans, and just have a great time. This is definitely one you don't want to miss!

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EP. 11: Elk Hunting 101 - Hunt Tactics

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 06:11:02 -0000

For this next installment in the Elk 101 series, Dylan is joined by David Holder of Raised Hunting and Chris Parrish of Bear Archery, to tackle the topic of tactics. Once all of the gear, scouting, and planning is lined out, how do you actually go about the hunt? Tune in to find out!

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EP. 10: Elk Hunting 101 - Necessary Gear

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 06:00:27 -0000

For this episode, Dylan chats with Andrew McKean of Outdoor Life and Powderhook to discuss necessary gear for elk hunting. They cover all of the tips and tricks you need to know for selecting your gear and being ready to put it to use on your next elk hunt.

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EP. 9: Elk Hunting 101 - My First Elk

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 05:33:20 -0000

In this installment of the Elk Hunting series, Dylan is joined by Grant Ledbetter to relive his first elk hunt. It's an incredible story, and there's a lot to learn along the way! Check it out!

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Ep. 8: Good Times Deer Huntin'

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 08:24:17 -0000

For this episode, Dylan is joined by several guests: Gabe from Kill and Eat TV, Ryan from Bear Archery, Warren from Raised Hunting, and Aaron from The Hunting Public. Together they share their favorite deer hunting memories that got them hooked and keep them coming back for more, as well as their thoughts on helping young hunters experience the same.

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Ep. 7: Elk Hunting 101 - Hunt Prep

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 04:04:53 -0000

Dylan is joined by Matt Miller from Schnee's to discuss the first steps in preparing for an elk hunt. They discuss everything from preparing yourself mentally and physically, preparing and practicing with all of your gear, and preparing a plan for the hunt.

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Ep. 6: Elk Hunting 101 - Scouting

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 04:01:46 -0000

Dylan is joined by his friends Dylan Dowson from OnX and Thomas Krick from Identical Draw. A successful hunt begins with scouting; a fact that Dylan and Thomas know all too well! The guys kick off the elk hunting series with a discussion on scouting: the process and workflow of scouting, what to look for, and a few things to avoid. Check it out!

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Ep. 5: Close Encounters

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 03:55:50 -0000

Dylan is joined by his friend Lance Cook to talk through an amazing bear hunt. Lance harvested an absolute brute on Vancouver Island, and talks about his close encounters with a wounded bear: a little too close for comfort.

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Ep. 4: More Access - More Land

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 03:52:24 -0000

In this episode, Dylan is joined with Nick from American Hunt, who shares the exciting news of their platform to connect hunters and land owners and provide more access to land; land for hunting, fishing, camping, and more. They discuss the pros and cons of hunting both private and public land, and share a couple of fun stories along the way.

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Ep. 3: My Start

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 03:48:32 -0000

Dylan is with Cole Cannon, producer of Buckventures. Cole would not be where he is today if not for hunting. Having been in the woods practically his entire life, Cole shares with Dylan how he got his start hunting, and how hunting has literally changed his life.

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Ep. 2: Fun Hunts with a...Pro Fisherman?

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 03:44:20 -0000

Dylan is with one of his good friends, Jake Meyer, from @Mossy Oak to do their favorite thing: tell stories! Jake and Dylan share their first memories in the woods, their first deer harvested, and a lot of their shortcomings along the way!

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Ep 1: A New Chapter

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 22:49:16 -0000

Dylan is joined by Ryan Shutts of Bear Archery to talk through some of the details about the changes taking place on The Hunting 101 Podcast. They talk about the name change, why Bear Archery was the perfect fit for Hunting 101, what the listener can expect to hear this upcoming year, and what they hope you get out of the show.

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