Big Hunt Guys

On this bonus episode of the Big Hunt Guys, Brady and Trail sit down with Nate Bare. Nate is a research specialist here at GOHUNT and is managing our new membership, Insider +. The Insider + is a new membership for GOHUNT. Just tell us what you want to hunt, and we’ll take it from there. Nate details the service, offering a full application service for every state we cover, one-on-one e-scouting and mapping walk-throughs, and curated gear lists. The guys also get to know Nate, and talk some hunting as well. If you are short on time, regularly missing the draw deadlines, or the Western Hunt application process seems overwhelming, this is a great service and a must-listen!

Reach out to Nate with any questions: [email protected]

Join Insider+ here: https://www.gohunt.com/learn/insider-plus

On this week’s episode of The Big Hunt Guys, Brady and Trail are joined by Nevada Department of Wildlife Deputy Director Mike Scott, Game Division Administrator Shawn Espinosa, and Wildlife Staff Biologist Joe Bennett. The guys discuss the current drought and what it means for some of Nevada’s most prolific desert bighorn sheep herds. They later discuss mule deer populations, buck-to-doe ratios, and habitat concerns. Before diving into other topics like feral horse expansion and what can be done, the guys also talk about elk, pronghorn, the Nevada draw system, and whether it’s worth applying in Nevada as a nonresident. With Nevada’s 2025 application guidebook recently being released, this is a must-listen for anyone planning to apply in Nevada!

Craig Francis joins Brady and Trail on this week's episode of the Big Hunt Guys. Craig grew up hunting the woods of South Carolina but has found opportunities to explore and hunt many of the West's most magnificent landscapes. He is a talented photographer and visionary, capturing images and creating stories that invoke emotions and remind us all why we hunt. Craig talks about his upbringing, the influence of his grandpa on his life, and how his love of wild places developed. He also shares experiences from the field and recounts a memorable archery elk hunt from this past fall. The guys wrap up with a discussion on having confidence in your craft. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just starting, this episode is packed with stories, tips, and wisdom from a true expert.

Brian Barney and Scott Reekers of Eastman’s Hunting and Bowhunting Journal join the Big Hunt Guys on this week’s episode. Brian Barney is a hardcore bowhunter; he shares his insights on mental toughness, extreme backcountry hunts, and the dedication it takes to consistently find success on public land. He talks through his bow and arrow setup for Western big game. Scott Reekers, gear expert and seasoned hunter, offers tips and tactics for rifle hunters as well as discussing current conditions and hunting opportunities in states throughout the West. The guys swap stories, discuss challenges, and break down the mindset it takes to push past limits. If you’re passionate about hunting and looking to sharpen your skills, this episode is packed with knowledge, experience, and straight-up hunting passion.

In this week’s Big Hunt Guys episode, we had the pleasure of being joined by Sidney Smith. Sidney is the true embodiment of grit, growth, gratitude and has a pure passion for hunting Sidney continues to overcome incredible challenges to pursue his passion for hunting and the outdoors. He shares his journey, mindset, and lessons learned along the way. This was one of our favorite episodes yet. Listen in for inspiring conversation filled with wisdom, perseverance, and motivation to be a better hunter and human.

The Big Hunt Guys have a conversation about the current snowpack and drought conditions across the west and what that will mean for antler growth and herd health. The guys also talk about GOHUNT’s new predictive draw odds that will help subscribers to predict their odds of drawing tags this year. They discuss the Super Bowl, performance psychology, and how it relates to making a shot in the field.

Link to snowpack map article mentioned: https://www.gohunt.com/browse/tips-and-tricks/insider/why-drought-snowpack-maps-are-important-for-hunters

Lane Colyer, GOHUNT Director of Marketing, joins Brady, Lorenzo, and Trail on this week's episode to talk hogs! Brady and Lane have recently returned from a California pig hunt; they talk about the history of pigs in California pig hunting opportunities, and they recap their stories. The guys also discuss the California draw system and perhaps overlooked opportunities there to hunt deer. Tune in to get to know Lane and hear an entertaining story of how Brady ended up with a 299.9-pound hog!

While Brady is out hunting hogs, Trail and Lorenzo sit down to answer your questions. They cover application and hunt strategies, gear questions, and they throw in some fun ones too. If you’re trying to draw a tag, pick up a new piece of gear, learn how Lorenzo is physically prepping for his hunting season, or what the Big Hunt Guys Madden scores might be, this is a great listen!

On this week's Big Hunt Guys podcast, Brady and Trail sit down with Dale Evans, marketing manager for Barnes/Sierra bullets. We dive into the origin story of Barnes and discuss the pros and cons of copper bullet construction. Dale talks about what ideally a bullet should do on big game and why energy, weight retention, and penetration are all important. The guys work through calibers, weights, and the performance of a variety of calibers and ammunition. They round out the discussion by talking with Dale about his incredible hunting season.

In the New Year we continue to offer you the Insider details on how to draw tags in the West! On this week’s Big Hunt Guys episode, we discuss the draw systems in Colorado, Utah, Montana, Nevada, and Idaho. We dive into the details of the new draw system that will be implemented in 2028 in Colorado and what that means for your application this year. We also discuss at length how you can use Filtering within your GOHUNT Insider account and the mapping platform to help you find the right hunt. This episode is packed with information and hacks on drawing tags this year.