On this episode, I sit down with Chris Lafleur, president of the Royal City Bowmen archery club and podcast host of The Letdown podcast. We talk about family, archery, 3D archery, bowhunting, podcasting and everything in between.

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Marsupial Gear
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Sevr Broadheads
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G5 Outdoors
https://www.g5outdoors.com/

PRIME Archery
https://www.g5prime.com/

XOP Outdoors
https://xopoutdoors.com/

Initial Ascent
https://initialascent.com/

Mystery Ranch 
https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dd2bb191-351c-479c-9877-7efa128a6335&website_id=4d303258-bb4b-4c2e-b577-b606b424d348&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mysteryranch.com%2F 

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In this episode of the Caribou Media Outdoors Podcast, we sit down with Brayden Staples, marketing manager of Dark Energy (@darkenergytech)—a company dedicated to building rugged, dependable gear for hunters and outdoor adventurers.

Dark Energy has become known for its lineup of high-performance power banks, batteries, rechargeable headlamps, charging systems, and other outdoor accessories designed to keep you powered up when you're miles from the nearest outlet. Whether you're on a backcountry hunt, camping deep in the mountains, or spending long days in the field, their products are built to withstand the toughest conditions.

Brayden shares the story behind Dark Energy, how the company has grown into a trusted name in the hunting industry, and the philosophy of designing gear that solves real problems for outdoorsmen and women.

In this episode, we discuss:

- The origin story of Dark Energy
- Designing rugged power solutions for hunters
- The importance of reliable batteries and power banks in the 
   backcountry
- Headlamps, charging systems, and essential hunting accessories
- Innovation, product development, and field testing
- Building a brand that hunters trust
- What's next for Dark Energy and the future of outdoor technology

If you spend time in the backcountry, rely on electronics in the field, or simply enjoy hearing the stories behind innovative outdoor brands, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

🎙️ Listen now and be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a review to help support the Caribou Media Outdoors Podcast.

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For 20% off Bulldog Targets use code: BD20-CARIBOU-MEDIA at checkout.
https://bulldog.kckb.st/caribou-media 

For other gear I use click here: 

Marsupial Gear
https://www.marsupialgear.com/

Sevr Broadheads
http://www.sevrbroadheads.com

G5 Outdoors
https://www.g5outdoors.com/

PRIME Archery
https://www.g5prime.com/

XOP Outdoors
https://xopoutdoors.com/

Initial Ascent
https://initialascent.com/

Mystery Ranch 
https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dd2bb191-351c-479c-9877-7efa128a6335&website_id=4d303258-bb4b-4c2e-b577-b606b424d348&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mysteryranch.com%2F 

Maven Built 
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For 20% off Bulldog Targets use code: BD20-CARIBOU-MEDIA at checkout.
https://bulldog.kckb.st/caribou-media 

For 10% off Dark Energy gear use code: CARIBOUMEDIA10 at checkout.

For other gear I use click here: 

Marsupial Gear
https://www.marsupialgear.com/

Sevr Broadheads
http://www.sevrbroadheads.com

G5 Outdoors
https://www.g5outdoors.com/

PRIME Archery
https://www.g5prime.com/

XOP Outdoors
https://xopoutdoors.com/

Initial Ascent
https://initialascent.com/

Mystery Ranch 
https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dd2bb191-351c-479c-9877-7efa128a6335&website_id=4d303258-bb4b-4c2e-b577-b606b424d348&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mysteryranch.com%2F 

Maven Built 
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On this episode, I sit down with Bryan Gay of  ⁨@bryangay5719⁩ and  ⁨@extremeoutfitters⁩ . We talk all things archery and bowhunting. Stay tuned until the end, because the hunting story will leave you laughing for days.

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For 20% off Bulldog Targets use code: BD20-CARIBOU-MEDIA at checkout.
https://bulldog.kckb.st/caribou-media 

For 10% off Dark Energy gear use code: CARIBOUMEDIA10 at checkout.

For other gear I use click here: 

Marsupial Gear
https://www.marsupialgear.com/

Sevr Broadheads
http://www.sevrbroadheads.com

G5 Outdoors
https://www.g5outdoors.com/

PRIME Archery
https://www.g5prime.com/

XOP Outdoors
https://xopoutdoors.com/

Initial Ascent
https://initialascent.com/

Mystery Ranch 
https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dd2bb191-351c-479c-9877-7efa128a6335&website_id=4d303258-bb4b-4c2e-b577-b606b424d348&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mysteryranch.com%2F 

Maven Built 
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On this episode, I sit down with Brianna Curley of  ⁨@BowDisciples⁩ . We talk about her archery and bowhunting journey as well as creating and maintaining a business, scial media, YouTube, brand deals and everything in between.

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For 20% off Bulldog Targets use code: BD20-CARIBOU-MEDIA at checkout.
https://bulldog.kckb.st/caribou-media 

For 10% off Dark Energy gear use code: CARIBOUMEDIA10 at checkout.

For other gear I use click here: 

Marsupial Gear
https://www.marsupialgear.com/

Sevr Broadheads
http://www.sevrbroadheads.com

G5 Outdoors
https://www.g5outdoors.com/

PRIME Archery
https://www.g5prime.com/

XOP Outdoors
https://xopoutdoors.com/

Initial Ascent
https://initialascent.com/

Mystery Ranch 
https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dd2bb191-351c-479c-9877-7efa128a6335&website_id=4d303258-bb4b-4c2e-b577-b606b424d348&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mysteryranch.com%2F 

Maven Built 
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Yeti
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On this episode, I sit down with Cole Montgomery of Greystone Systems. We talk about hunting, bowhunting, and more importantly, the Greystone Systems Sentinel Quick Detachment System. This lightweight quick detachment system with be a huge upgrade to your mobile hunting setup. 

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For 20% off Bulldog Targets use code: BD20-CARIBOU-MEDIA at checkout.
https://bulldog.kckb.st/caribou-media 

For 10% off Dark Energy gear use code: CARIBOUMEDIA10 at checkout.

For other gear I use click here: 

Marsupial Gear
https://www.marsupialgear.com/

Sevr Broadheads
http://www.sevrbroadheads.com

G5 Outdoors
https://www.g5outdoors.com/

PRIME Archery
https://www.g5prime.com/

XOP Outdoors
https://xopoutdoors.com/

Initial Ascent
https://initialascent.com/

Mystery Ranch 
https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dd2bb191-351c-479c-9877-7efa128a6335&website_id=4d303258-bb4b-4c2e-b577-b606b424d348&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mysteryranch.com%2F 

Maven Built 
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Yeti
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On this episode, I sit down with James Visser of Bow Disciples. We talk, archery, bowhunting, James' venture into target archery, entrepreneurship, bowhunting South Africa, building a brand, and everything in between.

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For 20% off Bulldog Targets use code: BD20-CARIBOU-MEDIA at checkout.
https://bulldog.kckb.st/caribou-media 

For 10% off Dark Energy gear use code: CARIBOUMEDIA10 at checkout.

For other gear I use click here: 

Marsupial Gear
https://www.marsupialgear.com/

Sevr Broadheads
http://www.sevrbroadheads.com

G5 Outdoors
https://www.g5outdoors.com/

PRIME Archery
https://www.g5prime.com/

XOP Outdoors
https://xopoutdoors.com/

Initial Ascent
https://initialascent.com/

Mystery Ranch 
https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dd2bb191-351c-479c-9877-7efa128a6335&website_id=4d303258-bb4b-4c2e-b577-b606b424d348&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mysteryranch.com%2F 

Maven Built 
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Yeti
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On this episode, I sit down with Matt Zirnsak from The Push Archery. We talk all things Traditional Archery, what got Matt into the sport, why he started the Push, products he sells, as well as tips and tricks to make you a better Traditional archer and bowhunter.

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For 20% off Bulldog Targets use code: BD20-CARIBOU-MEDIA at checkout.
https://bulldog.kckb.st/caribou-media 

For 10% off Dark Energy gear use code: CARIBOUMEDIA10 at checkout.

For other gear I use click here: 

Marsupial Gear
https://www.marsupialgear.com/

Sevr Broadheads
http://www.sevrbroadheads.com

G5 Outdoors
https://www.g5outdoors.com/

PRIME Archery
https://www.g5prime.com/

XOP Outdoors
https://xopoutdoors.com/

Initial Ascent
https://initialascent.com/

Mystery Ranch 
https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dd2bb191-351c-479c-9877-7efa128a6335&website_id=4d303258-bb4b-4c2e-b577-b606b424d348&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mysteryranch.com%2F 

Maven Built 
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On this episode, I sit down with Misha Koroscil and Ryan Peterson after Day 2 of our 2026 Pennsylvania Total Archery Challenge experience talking about the Bee Real course.

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For 20% off Bulldog Targets use code: BD20-CARIBOU-MEDIA at checkout.
https://bulldog.kckb.st/caribou-media 

For 10% off Dark Energy gear use code: CARIBOUMEDIA10 at checkout.

For other gear I use click here: 

Marsupial Gear
https://www.marsupialgear.com/

Sevr Broadheads
http://www.sevrbroadheads.com

G5 Outdoors
https://www.g5outdoors.com/

PRIME Archery
https://www.g5prime.com/

XOP Outdoors
https://xopoutdoors.com/

Initial Ascent
https://initialascent.com/

Mystery Ranch 
https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dd2bb191-351c-479c-9877-7efa128a6335&website_id=4d303258-bb4b-4c2e-b577-b606b424d348&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mysteryranch.com%2F 

Maven Built 
https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=8a2786eb-d963-45a4-997a-606a00112397&website_id=4d303258-bb4b-4c2e-b577-b606b424d348&url=https%3A%2F%2Fmavenbuilt.com%2F 

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On this episode I sit down with Misha Koroscil and Ryan Peterson after Day 1 of our Pennsylvania Total Archery Challenge experience.

Follow Mischa on Instagram at:

https://www.instagram.com/misha.koroscil/

https://www.instagram.com/straysons.co/

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For 20% off Bulldog Targets use code: BD20-CARIBOU-MEDIA at checkout.
https://bulldog.kckb.st/caribou-media 

For 10% off Dark Energy gear use code: CARIBOUMEDIA10 at checkout.

For other gear I use click here: 

Marsupial Gear
https://www.marsupialgear.com/

Sevr Broadheads
http://www.sevrbroadheads.com

G5 Outdoors
https://www.g5outdoors.com/

PRIME Archery
https://www.g5prime.com/

XOP Outdoors
https://xopoutdoors.com/

Initial Ascent
https://initialascent.com/

Mystery Ranch 
https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dd2bb191-351c-479c-9877-7efa128a6335&website_id=4d303258-bb4b-4c2e-b577-b606b424d348&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mysteryranch.com%2F 

Maven Built 
https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=8a2786eb-d963-45a4-997a-606a00112397&website_id=4d303258-bb4b-4c2e-b577-b606b424d348&url=https%3A%2F%2Fmavenbuilt.com%2F 

Yeti
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On this episode I sit down with CJ Di Battista, Gary Baldwin, and Chris Lafleur to talk about the 2026 Full Draw Caribou Cup and other 3D archery events across Ontario.

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For 20% off Bulldog Targets use code: BD20-CARIBOU-MEDIA at checkout.
https://bulldog.kckb.st/caribou-media 

For 10% off Dark Energy gear use code: CARIBOUMEDIA10 at checkout.

For other gear I use click here: 

Marsupial Gear
https://www.marsupialgear.com/

Sevr Broadheads
http://www.sevrbroadheads.com

G5 Outdoors
https://www.g5outdoors.com/

PRIME Archery
https://www.g5prime.com/

XOP Outdoors
https://xopoutdoors.com/

Initial Ascent
https://initialascent.com/

Mystery Ranch 
https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=dd2bb191-351c-479c-9877-7efa128a6335&website_id=4d303258-bb4b-4c2e-b577-b606b424d348&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mysteryranch.com%2F 

Maven Built 
https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=8a2786eb-d963-45a4-997a-606a00112397&website_id=4d303258-bb4b-4c2e-b577-b606b424d348&url=https%3A%2F%2Fmavenbuilt.com%2F 

Yeti
https://yetica.sjv.io/rQ4dmR