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Backcountry Hunting Podcast

Nov 30, 2020

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Intro: Big changes coming to non-resident Idaho hunters

Brief summary of how the changes effect Idaho residents

Public service announcement: Outdoor show and conventions schedules and cancellations

IDAHO HUNT CHANGES

Idaho's website operating system: All new and hugely capable

Elk zones & non-resident...


Nov 17, 2020

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Intro: This episode may ruffle some feathers. 

  • Physiology of a big bull elk
  • 6.5mm related elements
  • The Great 6.5mm Deception
  • Various classes of 6.5mm cartridges, and which are suitable for elk
  • "It's the bullets fault." In this case, there's something to this claim 
  • Getting the best elk-killing capability out...


Nov 9, 2020

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  • Gear notes & failure potential
    • Tents for solo hunting
    • Sleeping bags for wet, dangerous country
    • Emergency communication devices
    • Devices, power, & entertainment
  • Planning for extreme weather
    • Backup camp spots
    • Emergency communication
    • Walking out
  • The Mental Game
    • Unexpected challenges of hunting...


Nov 3, 2020

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Intro: Backcountry Hunting is the territory of tough humans. Or, to use a classic term, Hard Men. 

Guest: Eric Conn, host of the Hard Men Podcast

  • Fellow writer
  • Serious gun guy
  • Christian pastor
  • Says it like it is

Backcountry hunters are arguably the toughest hunters

Manly hobbies, and why they're...