The Hunt Backcountry Podcast
Episodes
MM 65 | Bears, Beers, and Ballistics
25 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We are joined with a special guest, and discuss ballistics (including how barrel length affects velocity), beverages (including beers and backcountry ...
227 | Hunting with Hammers
22 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Davis of Hammer Bullets joins us to discuss the history, development, and use of Hammer Bullets for hunting. Hammer is a small bullet manufactur...
226 | Pack Essentials: Hunting Gear
20 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It is easy to get overwhelmed with gear choices. In this new "Pack Essentials" series, Steve & Mark discuss the essential gear for backcountry, ba...
MM 64 | Steve’s Bear, Boots, and More Q&A
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve filled a bear tag this weekend...and tore up a pair of boots on their maiden voyage. We chat about that, then dive into listener questions on wa...
225 | Terminal Performance — How Berger Bullets Perform on Impact
15 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How does a bullet kill? There are different theories, different opinions, and different bullet designs. Today we're speaking with Garett Stoddard from...
224 | Pack Essentials: Water, Food, and Cooking
13 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It is easy to get overwhelmed with gear choices. In this new "Pack Essentials" series, Steve & Mark discuss the essential gear for backcountry, ba...
MM 63 | Non-Hunting vs Anti-Hunting
11 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve and Mark answer a listener question about supporting "non-hunting" companies, cold weather gear, and more. Share your question with us: podcast...
223 | What Is BC? Why Does It Matter? Bryan Litz On What Hunters Need To Know...
08 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It doesn't take a degree in rocket science to understand bullet performance. Or does it? Bryan Litz is a scientist, shooter, and ballistician. He qui...
222 | Pack Essentials: Shelter & Sleep Systems
06 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It is easy to get overwhelmed with gear choices. In this new "Pack Essentials" series, Steve & Mark discuss the essential gear for backcountry, ba...
MM 62 | Should I upgrade or replace my scope?
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you have a limited budget and are looking to extend the effective range of your rifle, should you consider upgrading or replacing your rifle scope?...
TSS FINALE
01 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The TSS episodes are coming to an end, but keep your questions coming and we will answer them on upcoming Monday Minute episodes... podcast@exomtngear...
221 | Precision Reloading, Part 2 - All About Brass
29 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Brass cases are a critical component of a loaded rifle cartridge, and understanding how to properly work with brass cases is a critical aspect of bein...
TSS 25 — Finding Water, DIY Dehydrated Meals, Arrow FOC, and more...
28 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How do you find reliable water sources using maps or Google Earth? How do you make your own dehydrated meals for backpacking at home? How do I balance...
TSS 24 — Hunt for Adventure or Hunt for Meat?
27 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How do you balance hunting for meat (filling tags) vs hunting for adventure, even if adventure means you have a lower chance at filling your tag? We t...
TSS 23 — Mark’s Rifle Build
24 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss Mark's rifle build, which is detailed in a recent article here: https://exomtngear.com/tikka SAVE $100 on the Altitude Stock from Mesa Pre...
TSS 22 — Storage, Socks, and Stakes
23 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve & Mark answer listener questions on securely storing gear at the trailhead, what socks we use and recommend, what to look for or consider in...
220 | Laughs & Lessons From an Alaskan Hunting Guide
22 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We met our guest, Rafe, on Kodiak Island this past fall. Rafe has extensive experience hunting, guiding, and fishing in Alaska for species that includ...
TSS 21 — Start With the Basics
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve & Mark answer two important listener questions from new elk hunters... How do I get a tag? And how do I pick a spot and find elk? Elk Tag S...
TSS 20 — More Gear Questions & Why Gear Isn’t Everything
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve & Mark answer listener questions on gear and also discuss why gear isn't everything. Connect with us and let us know what you want to discu...
TSS 19 — DIY Bow Tuning, Make the Most of Limited Hunting Time, Wrist vs Thumb Releases, and more...
17 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve and Mark answer your questions on their preferred method of bow tuning (paper tuning, french tuning, broadhead tuning, etc), what are the pros/c...
TSS 18 — Budget Backpacking Gear, Are Fires OK?, Hiking Data Analysis
16 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve & Mark cover budget backpacking gear recommendations. Answer questions about having fires in the backcountry while bowhunting. And discuss h...
219 | Exo’s Origins & Ethos
15 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Origins: the point or place where something begins, arises, or is derived. Ethos: the characteristic spirit of a culture, era, or community as manife...
TSS 17 — Family Camping, Trail Cams, Quilts, Hammocks, and more...
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve & Mark answer your questions on camping with your family, when to use trail cameras, hammocks for the backcountry, tips on using quilts, and...
TSS 16 — Pack Soreness, Quiet or Loud for Elk, Bino Power, and more...
13 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve & Mark answer questions on soreness after packing heavy loads, the best binocular magnification for western hunting, whether to be quiet or ...
TSS 15 — Shed Hunting, Burning Points, Pack Choice for Deer vs Elk, Quilt vs Mummy Bag
10 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve & Mark answer listener questions on shed hunting, burning preference points, pack choice and size for elk vs mule deer, floorless shelters v...
TSS 14 — 100 Pro-Level Hunting & Backpacking Skills
09 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve & Mark discuss the tips & tricks shared in the Backpacker Magazine Article, "100 Essential Skills Every Backpacker Should Know" https:/...
218 | Learn As You Go. Share What You Know.
08 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features a listener story that many of you can relate to, and all of us can learn from. Corey joins us to share his journey of learning t...
TSS 13 — Copper vs Lead, Spring Bear Tips, Pack Weight for Training, and Steve’s Boot Research
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve & Mark answer listener questions about Copper vs Load bullets, Spot-and-Stalk Spring Bear Hunting, the Ideal Pack Weight for Pre-Season Trai...
TSS 12 — Best Budget Clothing & Spotting Scopes for Mule Deer
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What are the best budget clothing options? How do you pick the best spotting scope (balancing weight and magnification) for high country mule deer hun...
TSS 11 — Answers on Bows, Bulls, and Bivys
03 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We answer listener questions about bow sights, bugling bulls, and bivy selection. Connect with us and let us know what you want to discuss on future ...
TSS 10 — Pack Questions: Training Weight, One-Tripping Deer + Camp, Fit for a Teen...
02 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve & Mark answer pack-related questions... "Will I damage my pack by training with it year-round?" "What is your advice for packing out a whol...
217 | Elk Hunting Camp Styles — Base, Spike, or Bivy?
01 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kody & Trent from Born & Raised Outdoors join us to discuss the different styles and approaches of camping for elk hunts. We discuss the pros ...
TSS 09 — Lenny joins us to talk about Parenting, #DadLife, Elk Tag Applications, and yes, Boots!
31 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Co-Founder of Exo Mtn Gear, Lenny Nelson, joins Steve & Mark to talk about parenting during COVID, raising kids in the mountains, and to answer li...
TSS 08 — Arrows & Broadheads for Elk vs Deer, Warm Weather Sleeping Gear, COVID Hair Cuts, and more…
30 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve & Mark answer listener questions on arrow and broadhead setups for deer vs elk, adapting sleeping gear for warm weather, and answer follow-u...
TSS 07 — Kodiak Questions, Late-Season Gear & Pack Weight, Tripod Selection
27 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve & Mark answer listener questions on... Hunting in Kodiak, Late-Season Gear Choices and Pack Weight, and Tripod Selection. (No boots!) Conne...
TSS 06 — Shelter Condensation, Camp Selection, Bear Prevention, and, yes... Boots
26 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Steve & Mark answer listener questions on... Shelters & Condensation, Camp Site Selection, Bear Prevention, AK Caribou Gear Lists, and yes, th...
216 | Adventure & Adversity with Navy SEAL, Chadd Wright
25 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Navy SEAL, Ultrarunner, and Hunter — Chadd Wright (@chadwright278) — joins us on the latest #HuntBackcountry podcast to talk about adventure and a...
TSS 05 — The Story of Our First Bow Kills
24 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As requested, Steve & Mark share the stories of their first bow kills. Let's just say that, for each of them, their first bow kills were good expe...