The Hunt Backcountry Podcast

"Why do I freeze at night?" We answer that listener question and also discussion more on the topic of sleeping pads and sleeping bags. Speaking of gear, we have a new Pack Essentials series coming to the podcast this Spring... Let us know what questions, topics, and gear you'd like to hear included in that series. Next up on the podcast we have a series on reloading or ("hand loading") for precision with centerfire rifles. We will cover this topic from A-to-Z over the year and are starting off this week with a full-length episode covering the basics of reloading. If you have considered how or why to get started, you'll want to tune-in to Wednesday's full-length episode. Contact us: podcast@exomtngear.com Subscribe: https://exomtngear.com/podcast Shop Hunt Backcountry Podcast Logo Gear: https://exomtngear.com/podcastgear

Our buddy Dan Solsman (@dansolsman) joins us to discuss some lessons and laughs from his 2019 hunting season. You'll hear how Dan prepared, fought through setbacks, and ultimately found success in filling his elk and deer tags in Idaho. https://exomtngear.com/podcast

In Episode 210 we shared a listener story about a DIY Death Hike. Since then, we've gotten quite a few questions from other listeners that are trying to put together their own Death Hikes. In this episode, we answer the questions that will help you in that process. We talk about group size, participant vetting, safety, training, and more. https://exomtngear.com/podcast

We have a love/hate relationship with the topic of fitness and hunting. On the one hand, we know that fitness matters and can help us hunt the backcountry more effectively. On the other hand, we get tired of the "hype" surrounding training and fitness for hunting. We want to focus our limited time and energy on training that is effective, not necessarily attractive. To help us understand effective training for hunting, we are joined in this podcast by Jake and Jordan from Atomic Athlete (http://atomic-athlete.com). DOWNLOAD a free training program, written by Jake from Atomic Athlete, exclusively at http://ExoMtnGear.com/train

You can't buy it, but you can win it... We are giving away an Exo Pack System in an unreleased Multicam Black pattern. To enter, visit https://exomtngear.com/group and join.

If you've been around this show for a while, you've likely heard about our annual Death Hike. You may have heard about it...but have you done anything like it? One of you, a listener, took matters into his own hands and created his own Death Hike. In this episode, you'll hear how he planned it, how he found others to go with him, how they trained, and ultimately how the hike went. https://exomtngear.com/podcast

In this Monday Minute: Follow-up on the K3 Frame replacements, a look at the 6.5 PRC rifle cartridge, where you can see Exo in the next couple of weeks, and a sneak peek at this week's full episode that you don't want to miss. https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Long-time listener, first-time mule deer hunter. Tune in to hear Chris' story and how he went from hunting whitetails in Alabama to hunting mule deer in the Wyoming high country. We cover Chris' hunt planning, e-scouting, travel logistics, and the lessons he learned from the hunt. https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Mark & Steve discuss an announcement regarding K3 Frame Replacements. If you are a K3 pack owner, please learn more at: https://exomtngear.com/newframe. After that announcement, you'll hear more about Mark's identity as a vegan advocate for fair treatment of coffee beans. (Wait! What?) https://exomtngear.com/podcast

PART TWO — Two buddies, two sheep tags, two amazing adventures. We are joined again by Nate and Paul to hear their sheep hunting stories from this past fall. Out of the 80+ sheep tags awarded in Idaho in 2019, co-workers, Nate and Paul were lucky enough to both get drawn. They went from sitting by each other at work each day at First Lite HQ, to sharing some amazing experiences in Idaho's backcountry as they sought to fill notch sheep tags. As is typical of sheep hunts, there were high-highs and low-lows in their stories. There is so much to learn from and be inspired by as you listen in. ExoMtnGear.com/podcast

Two buddies, two sheep tags, two amazing adventures. We are joined by Nate and Paul to hear their sheep hunting stories from this past fall. Out of the 80+ sheep tags awarded in Idaho in 2019, co-workers, Nate and Paul were lucky enough to both get drawn. They went from sitting by each other at work each day at First Lite HQ, to sharing some amazing experiences in Idaho's backcountry as they sought to fill notch sheep tags. As is typical of sheep hunts, there were high-highs and low-lows in their stories. There is so much to learn from and be inspired by as you listen in. https://ExoMtnGear.com/podcast

Do you want to be on a Pro Staff for a hunting company? What does that even mean? Well, we can't speak for everyone, but since we get this question a lot, we thought we'd discuss how we, at Exo Mtn Gear, handle our "pro staff". We also have some listener thoughts and questions from the Meat vs Antlers pack-out topic we discussed on Monday Minute #50. https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Why is this the Hunt "Backcountry" podcast? What is it about backcountry hunting that inspires us, challenges us, and ultimately in some ways defines us? If you're an experienced backcountry hunter, you will surely relate to many of the things discussed in this episode. If you are new to backcountry hunting, you'll hear why the pursuit is so worthwhile. https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Many of us are thinking about a new year, and what changes we'd like to see in our life. Whether it is personal, professional, or strictly for pleasure (hunting!)— your habits are the key to making changes. Steve and Mark discuss some of the changes they want to see in 2020 and how they look at managing those things in the midst of being busy with business, family, and more. "Changes that seem small and unimportant at first will compound into remarkable results if you’re willing to stick with them for years." —James Clear, author of Atomic Habits Come see us in February at the Pacific Northwest Sportsmen's Show (https://www.thesportshows.com/shows/pacific-northwest/)in Portland, Oregon, or the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo (https://huntexpo.com/) in Salt Lake City, Utah. https://ExoMtnGear.com/podcast

We have a new look and a new sound for the New Year! And of you will also be the winner of a new K3 Pack System — tune-in to hear who was drawn as the winner of our podcast feedback survey. Thank you to everyone that took the time to share your feedback with us. NEW Podcast Logo Decals & Shirts available now at https://exomtngear.com/logo

Should you upgrade your factory rifle stock? What advantages would a custom aftermarket rifle stock offer? What should you consider when selecting an aftermarket rifle stock? What are the best materials for rifle stocks? What should I know about different stock shapes available? These questions, and more, are answered in this discussion with John Hakes of Mesa Precision Arms (MesaPrecisionArms.com) Survey + Giveaway: https://bit.ly/hbpod20

Pack Giveaway / Podcast Survey: https://bit.ly/hbpod20 ^ Enter to win a free Exo Mtn Gear K3 Pack System of your choice. Just complete the podcast feedback survey at the link above before the end of the year. We'll announce the winner on January 1, 2020

Have you ever considered using a suppressor/silencer for hunting? What advantages do they offer? What should a hunter look for in a suppressor model? Are suppressors legal and how do you purchase one? We answer these questions, and many more with Zak from Thunderbeast Arms (http://thunderbeastarms.com/). Are suppressors legal in your area? Find out at: https://americansuppressorassociation.com/education/ Have questions about purchasing a suppressor? Understand the process at: https://americansuppressorassociation.com/how-to-buy/

Where we've been, where we're going, and a reminder that "Nothing worth having comes easy." https://exomtngear.com/podcast

Exo Mtn Gear has one sale a year...and it starts now. Remaining K2 Pack Systems are marked-down to $399, and when they're gone, they're gone for good. K3 Pack systems include free accessories. And logo gear (including Hunt Backcountry Podcast logo gear) is marked down up to 50% off. Also, Mark & Steve discuss a listener question regarding meat vs antlers. Which do you pack-out first? Do you worry about antlers getting stolen? And more... https://ExoMtnGear.com/