East Meets West Hunt

By Beau Martonik

The East Meets West Hunt Podcast is your resource for all things adventure hunting. This podcast is for the hunter that loves planning and preparing for the hunt, just as much as the hunt. Whether it'... more

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East Meets West Hunt episodes:

January 21, 2025Ep. 411: Making a Living as a Creator in the Hunting Industry w/ Matt Land & Jacob Lishen // Land Limited
Beau Martonik is joined by Matt Land and Jacob Lishen of Land Limited. Matt and Jacob are outdoor creators in the hunting industry, where they’ve run their own business telling stories through their camera lenses. They discuss the film they’re currently working on, focusing on making impactful media, pricing, and ethics, getting into the hunting industry, learning from failures, delayed gratification, big dreams, and much more!

Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:05:10 - Working on a Hoyt film
00:18:00 - Focusing on creating impactful hunting media and films
00:21:00 - Pricing and ethics for creatives in the hunting industry
00:30:30 - Getting into the hunting industry as a content creator
00:41:30 - Failure is a blessing
00:54:08 - Plan for delayed gratification
01:19:15 - Are dreams ever out of reach?
01:28:45 - Big slipper guy

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Resources:

Instagram:
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@beau.martonik
@landlimited

Facebook:
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1h 43min
January 14, 2025Ep. 410: Ohio Muzzleloader Deer Camp 2025 - Part 1 w/ Johnny Stewart and Jake Belinda
Beau Martonik is joined by Johnny Stewart and Jake Belinda in Ohio for their annual muzzleloader season deer camp. The guys had an eventful few days of hunting in a snow storm with shots fired and some great stories. They discuss deer movement in the heart of the storm, still-hunting strategies in crunchy snow, where to start hunting in late season, track identification, weapon malfunctions, buck bedding, Beau and Jake’s shots fired, why binoculars are critical, and much more!

Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:07:17 - Deer movement when the snow was coming down hard
00:12:10 - The bucks were bedding on the windward sides of the ridge?
00:14:50 - Still-hunting - when to go fast or slow
00:20:23 - Where to start hunting in the late season
00:27:25 - Trying to identify buck vs doe tracks in deep snow
00:30:58 - Chasing “Socks”
00:37:09 - Johnny’s gun problems
00:48:30 - Bucks bedding on the tops of the ridges
00:54:28 - Beau’s big buck encounters
01:06:06 - Jake getting a shot opportunity
01:23:30 - Most underutilized piece of equipment for deer hunters - binoculars

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Resources:

Instagram:
@eastmeetswesthunt
@beau.martonik
@thejohnnystewart
@jakebelinda

Facebook:
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YouTube:
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1h 42min
January 07, 2025Ep. 409: Whitetail vs. Mule Deer: Are They Really THAT Different? with Robby Denning // Rokslide
Beau Martonik is joined by Robby Denning of Rokslide. Robby is a mule deer hunting legend, and has been chasing big bucks since the early 80s. They discuss big mule deer bucks vs whitetails bucks - the similarities and differences in where they like to live, traits, home ranges, using trail cameras, getting tags, finding secluded spots, and much more!

Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:00 - Comparing Whitetail and Mule Deer Hunting
00:07:00 - Defining a Big Buck: Perspectives from East and West
00:18:43 - Hunting Pressure and Strategies for Success
00:27:20 - Tag Availability and Hunting Locations
00:37:59 - Scouting Strategies: Spring vs. Preseason
00:50:51 - Hunting Tactics: Adapting to Seasonal Changes
00:59:58 - The Role of Trail Cameras in Hunting
01:11:15 - Understanding Deer Behavior and Movement Patterns
01:17:28 - Comparing Whitetail and Mule Deer Hunting Strategies
01:24:05 - The Importance of Learning and Adaptation in Hunting
01:30:30 - Conservation and Future of Deer Hunting

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Resources:

Instagram:
@eastmeetswesthunt
@beau.martonik
@rokslide
@robbydenning

Facebook:
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Website/Apparel/Deals:
https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/

YouTube:
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1h 42min
December 31, 2024Ep. 408: Flintlock Muzzleloader Deer Hunting - A Pennsylvania Tradition with John Royer // Leatherwood Outdoors
Beau Martonik is joined by John Royer of Leatherwood Outdoors. John is known for his traditional flintlock muzzleloader hunting in Pennsylvania, amongst every other type of hunting and fishing PA offers. They discuss the history of Leatherwood Outdoors, deer camp traditions, flintlock hunting, what deer do when you bump them, how to sneak up on deer in the late season, how to make your flintlock go off every time, practice tips, flintlock cleaning, and optimizing your rifle.

Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:06:53 - History of Leatherwood Outdoors and where they’re from
00:15:53 - Deer Camp traditions
00:29:53 - Late season flintlock hunting
00:31:53 - History of Pennsylvania’s flintlock season
00:43:43 - Flintlock hunting makes you a better archery hunter
00:50:34 - What deer do when you bump them
00:56:53 - Still-hunting strategy in late season - how to sneak up on deer
01:00:02 - How to make your flintlock muzzleloader go off every time
01:08:37 - Practice tips to make you better with a flintlock muzzleloader
01:12:31 - Flintlock care and cleaning
01:21:23 - Conicals, round balls, and optimal loads

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Resources:

Instagram:
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@beau.martonik
@leatherwoodoutdoors

Facebook:
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Website/Apparel/Deals:
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YouTube:
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1h 33min
December 24, 2024Ep. 407: There's No Such Thing as a BAD WIND in Deer Hunting with Jake Bennett
Beau Martonik is joined by Northeastern hunter Jake Bennett. Jake is known for his unique style of deer hunting in the northeast and has years of success under his belt, including this year, where we shot two deer over 165 inches! They discuss elk hunting in grizzly bear country, understanding deer behavior in different environments, rushing shots, not worrying about the wind, scent control practices, evolving goals with his son, the pressures of social media, hunting stories, and a lot more!

Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:06:41 - Introduction to Jake Bennett
00:09:49 - The Allure of Elk Hunting
00:12:34 - Challenges of Elk Hunting in Grizzly Country
00:18:41 - Gear and Safety Considerations for hunting in Grizzly country
00:24:40 - Elk Hunting Strategies and Local Insights
00:28:04 - Grizzly Bear Dynamics and Hunting Experiences
00:31:32 - Training for Elk Hunting and Its Impact on Whitetail
00:35:30 - Hunting Strategies and Adaptations in Different Environments
00:37:24 - Understanding Deer Behavior in Suburban Areas
00:43:04 - The Importance of Location and Adaptability in Hunting
00:47:45 - The Story of 'Reb': A Successful Hunt
00:56:16 - Reflections on Luck and Strategy in Hunting
00:56:42 - Hunting Misses and Lessons Learned
01:02:42 - The Pressure of Social Media in Hunting
01:07:26 - The Emotional Connection to Hunting
01:09:48 - Scouting vs. Hunting: The True Work
01:17:24 - Wind, Scent Control, and Hunting Strategies
01:25:18 - Shaking the etch-a-sketch to rethink gun season
01:27:46 - Deer Camp Adventures: A Family Tradition
01:32:28 - The Thrill of the Hunt: A Father-Son Experience
01:36:57 - The Changing Landscape of Hunting Culture
01:42:53 - Preserving the Heritage: The Future of Hunting

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Resources:

Instagram:
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@beau.martonik
@j_benrn

Facebook:
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Website/Apparel/Deals:
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YouTube:
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1h 58min
December 20, 2024Ep. 406: How to Choose a Riflescope for Deer Hunting (Don't Make These Mistakes!) - Gear Talk Series
Welcome to Gear Talk, a new series of the East Meets West Hunt podcast. The Gear Talk episodes will be short bonus episodes that dive into specific gear items Beau Martonik uses and why. In this episode, Beau and Kurt Martonik discuss everything you need to know about riflescopes for deer hunting including the types, magnification, mounting, setup, and much more!
Let us know what gear items you have questions about and want to see in a future podcast! Send inquiries to [email protected] with the subject line saying Gear Talk.

Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro to riflescopes for deer hunting
00:02:43 - Types of riflescopes
00:04:03 - Beau’s preferred riflescope for deer hunting - Maven RS.2
00:05:03 - What magnification to keep your scope on while hunting the big woods
00:07:13 - Low light capabilities
00:07:43 - First vs. Second focal plane scopes
00:10:34 - Elevation and windage adjustments
00:11:38 - Scope mounting height

Resources:

Instagram:
@eastmeetswesthunt
@beau.martonik
@kurt_the_gunsmith

Facebook:
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Website/Apparel/Deals:
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YouTube:
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19min
December 17, 2024Ep. 405: Ground Hunting Big Bucks in Open Country - DIY Kansas Rut Hunt with Josh Ilderton and Cole Booth // The Untamed
Beau Martonik is joined by Josh Ilderton and Cole Booth of the Untamed. The guys break down their recent DIY Kansas whitetail hunt that ended in success! They discuss obtaining a Kansas whitetail tag, the Kansas walk-in program, finding deer sign worth hunting, bucks living in the middle of nothing, speed scouting on the fly, epic encounters on the ground, and much more!

Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:07:01 - Morning activity in West Virginia
00:16:35 - Obtaining a non-resident Kansas whitetail tag
00:23:01 - Kansas walk-in area program
00:28:26 - Finding deer sign that’s worth hunting
00:38:31 - Living out of the truck
00:42:01 - Bucks living in the middle of nothing
00:53:01 - Public Land Etiquette
00:55:49 - Finding the biggest sign of the trip
00:59:01 - Driving 200 miles a day
01:07:11 - Dirt roads you DON’T want to go down
01:13:13 - Why ground hunting was the most effective
01:21:54 - Naming deer
01:25:01 - Tough break opportunity
01:37:01 - Throwing rocks to get a buck to get up from his bed
01:42:01 - Choosing the right hunting partners for out-of-state trips
01:44:46 - Who turned the rut on?!

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Resources:

Instagram:
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@beau.martonik
@theuntamed

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YouTube:
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2h 19min
December 10, 2024Ep. 404: Tracking and Still-Hunting in the Snow! Gun Season Big Buck Tactics with Johnny Stewart and Pete Six
Beau Martonik is joined by Johnny Stewart and Pete Six. The guys have had an incredible Pennsylvania gun season, filling buck tags in the snow. They discuss how to deal with hunting pressure during firearms seasons, where deer go when you get snow, buck bedding during gun season, still-hunting, tracking bucks, the stories of Johnny and Pete’s bucks, and much more!

Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:05:22 - Why are there more big bucks this year?
00:09:54 - How to handle the opening day of gun season hunting pressure
00:17:37 - How far do deer travel to their winter feeding areas when snow hits?
00:22:42 - Where Johnny and Pete have been finding buck bedding during gun season
00:29:59 - Johnny got bamboozled by a big buck
00:33:52 - Still-hunting and tracking bucks in the snow - Pete’s buck
00:45:22 - Chasing the snow - going into a new area and finding bucks
00:57:27 - Johnny shoots a big PA 8 point
01:12:36 - Sometimes bucks do what you least expect
01:16:09 - What magnification to keep your scope at when still-hunting or tracking
01:19:02 - What to do when you don’t have the time to hunt a lot

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Resources:

Instagram:
@eastmeetswesthunt
@beau.martonik
@thejohnnystewart
@petesixhunt

Facebook:
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Website/Apparel/Deals:
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YouTube:
Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w

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1h 45min
December 03, 2024Ep. 403: Tips to Become a Better Bowhunter, Optimize Your Bow Setup, & 2025 Hoyt Bows Overview with Evan Williams // Hoyt Archery
Beau Martonik is joined by Evan Williams of Hoyt Archery. Evan is a great bowhunter who knows how to optimize his equipment and preparation to take advantage of opportunities in the field. They discuss staying calm in the moment of the shot, archery practice tips for capitalizing on shots, modifying your bow to fit your needs, becoming the 10% of hunters killing most of the deer, the 2025 Hoyt bowhunting lineup, and much more!

Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:05:42 - Evan and Hoyt’s background
00:14:17 - Competition rifle shooting leading to going bow-only
00:17:54 - Staying calm in the moment of shooting
00:25:20 - How to prepare to capitalize on those few shot opportunities
00:36:16 - Modifying your bow for deer hunting vs western hunting
00:45:34 - Becoming the 10% of hunters that are killing most of the deer
00:46:22 - Draw Length importance for whitetail hunters
00:53:07 - 2025 Hoyt Hunting Bows Overview
00:54:24 - Hard or soft back walls - how to know what is best for you
01:04:45 - Arrow stiffness for bow tuning
01:12:29 - Other updates to new Hoyt bows
01:20:22 - Carbon vs. aluminum risers

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Resources:

Instagram:
@eastmeetswesthunt
@beau.martonik
@evan_r_williams
@hoytbowhunting

Facebook:
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Website/Apparel/Deals:
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YouTube:
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1h 40min
November 26, 2024Ep. 402: The Story of Lee Ellis’ Giant 212” Ohio Buck w/ Lee Ellis // Seek One
Beau Martonik is joined by Lee Ellis of Seek One. Lee is well known for targeting and killing giant whitetails, but the story of his 2024 Ohio farm country buck may be the tip of the spear. They discuss scent in urban settings, why Lee came to hunt the big woods, how Lee finds giant bucks to hunt, addressing rumors of his 212” Ohio buck, finding the buck’s safe zone, capitalizing on the opportunity, and much more!

Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:05:46 - Podcasting, storytelling, and the story of Kimbo
00:17:26 - Does scent really matter in suburban areas?
00:26:14 - What drives Lee to chase these giant deer
00:32:11 - Why Lee came to hunt the big woods of PA
00:40:38 - Special appearance: Johnny Stewart
00:49:15 - How Lee finds giant bucks to hunt
00:59:56 - Addressing rumors on Lee’s 212” Ohio buck in farm country
01:05:46 - Finding the Ohio monster
01:17:11 - Door knocking for permission
01:27:46 - Finding his safe zone
01:44:24 - Getting the shot at the Ohio giant
01:56:36 - What’s next?

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Resources:

Instagram:
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@beau.martonik
@seek1productions

Facebook:
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Website/Apparel/Deals:
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YouTube:
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2h 9min

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