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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June 12, 2025The Ultimate Whitetail Gear Giveaway, Mountain Man Joe Film Launch, & New Gear
Beau Martonik shares a few quick, but important updates with everyone!
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June 10, 2025Ep. 432: How to Hunt Elk in Pennsylvania in 2025 w/ Bryan Hale // Elk County Outfitters
In this episode, Beau Martonik reconnects with Brian Hale from Elk County Outfitters. They explore the intricacies of elk hunting regulations in Pennsylvania, the lottery system and the strategic application for tags, particularly with upcoming changes to bull tag policies in 2026. Bryan shares insights into elk population dynamics and habitat management while recounting memorable hunting stories, and much more.

Topics:
00:00:00 - Introduction

00:07:26 - Recap on Nick’s Hunting Season With Elk County Outfitters

00:18:43 - Applying For A Pennsylvania Elk Tag

00:19:53 - Points Vs. Applying

00:23:26 - 2026 PA Elk Regulation Changes

00:42:22 - Future Zone Changes

00:45:37 - Changes For Habitats

00:49:52 - Crop Damages

00:53:56 - Governor’s Tags

00:58:02 - Handling Velvet

01:01:36 - The Three Elk Hunting Seasons And Their Dates

01:02:41 - Application Dates

01:06:41 - Bonus Points and The System

01:12:37 - Choosing A Zone

01:25:52 - Elk Population Data

01:28:26 - Hacked Facebook Page

01:37:22 - Thank Yous and Goodbyes

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1h 39min
June 03, 2025Ep. 431: Elk Hunting Strategies THAT WORK for Over 30 Years! w/ Donnie Drake // Elk 101
Beau Martonik is joined by Donnie Drake, of Elk 101, to talk about Donnie’s journey in elk hunting. They discuss the importance of personal struggles they’ve faced, wind, and the significance of practice and perseverance. Donnie shares insights on elk behavior, calling techniques, and the physical challenges of hunting in steep terrains. They also touch on Donnie’s passion for his custom-built 1950 Willys Jeepster. Key takeaways for aspiring elk hunters include mastering the wind and maintaining a resilient mindset. This episode is filled with inspiration and practical tips for hunters of all levels that have worked for decades.
Topics:
00:00:00 - Introduction

00:04:30 - Donnie’s Journey to Elk Hunting

00:22:09 - The Struggles of Hunting Different Regions

00:25:35 - How Donnie and Corey Jacobson Met

00:28:52 - Starting Elk 101

00:35:13 - Learning From Your Mistakes

00:40:49 - Destination Elk Challenge - Elk Hunting WITHOUT FOOD

00:51:52 - Elk Hunting Tactics

01:04:04 - Elk Calling Strategies

01:10:04 - Learning How To Estimate Distance

01:12:40 - Comparing Sights and Sight Tips

01:23:46 - Gaining Experience

01:25:13 - Know The Wind and Thermals

01:29:13 - Comparing Whitetail Hunting and Elk Hunting

01:30:25 - The Jeepster

01:38:44 - Wrapping Up
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1h 40min
May 27, 2025Ep. 430: The Future of Pennsylvania Hunting - 2025 Regulation Changes w/ Steve Smith // PA Game Commission
Beau Martonik is joined by Steve Smith, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Game Commission. They talk about his hunting journey and the evolution of wildlife management in Pennsylvania. They cover topics from deer population trends, upcoming changes for the 2025 hunting seasons, and initiatives like the Deer Management Assistance Program. Steve also addresses hunter concerns regarding regulations such as no hunting on Sundays, highlights efforts to improve access to public land, how decisions are made, and what the overall future of hunting in Pennsylvania looks like for years to come.
Topics:
00:00:00 - Introduction

00:06:33 - Steve's First Hunt

00:08:10 - Past and Present Pennsylvania Deer Population

00:11:59 - Steve’s Position As Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Game Commission

00:14:44 - Relationship Between Game Commission and Hunters

00:17:16 - Pennsylvania Hunting Quality Improvement

00:22:26 - Trends in Hunting License Numbers

00:27:18 - Will Pennsylvania Ever Allow Sunday Hunting?

00:34:52 - Access to Hunting Lands

00:50:09 - The DMAP Program Explained

00:56:29 - Balancing Wildlife Populations

00:59:09 - DMAP Extended Season

01:15:34 - Decisions Made Based on Data

01:28:20 - 2025 Regulation Changes

01:39:14 - Closing Thoughts and Feedback

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1h 42min
May 20, 2025Ep. 429: Hunting Pressured Bucks Where EVERYTHING is THICK w/ Joe Miles
Beau Martonik is joined by Joe Miles, who has over 30+ years of bowhunting whitetails throughout North America. Joe transitioned from youth hunting experiences to professional pursuits, including guiding in Africa and establishing Sporting Adventures International. They discuss what it’s like hunting in South Carolina, hunting a specific buck that beds in many places, finding deer funnels, rut hunting strategies for a specific deer, the difference between hunting high-pressure areas vs. areas with little pressure, the moon guide, and much more!

Topics:
00:00:00 - Introduction

00:05:32 - Working in the Hunting Industry

00:05:53 - Joe’s Background and Early Hunting Experiences

00:09:53 - The Passion and Challenges of Whitetail Hunting

00:13:39 - What It’s Like To Hunt South Carolina

00:14:49 - South Carolina Hunting Traditions

00:16:12 - The Hunt Camp Experience

00:20:15 - What It’s Like To Hunt Where Everything is Thick

00:29:45 - Finding Deer Funnels

00:36:32 - Rut Hunting Strategies

00:41:12 - Analyzing Deer Movement Data

00:46:41 - The Effects Of Pressure in Hunting

00:57:05 - All In For One Buck

01:02:22 - Experience New Places

01:04:51 - Different Styles Of Hunting

01:10:07 - Being Part of The Moon Guide

01:14:35 - Does the Moon Play a Big Role in the Best Times to Hunt?

01:21:03 - Upcoming Whitetail Plans

01:25:11 - Closing Remarks
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1h 28min
May 16, 2025 Ep. 428: PREDICT This Fall's Whitetail Rut by Studying Fawns Right Now!
Most hunters want to know, "When should I take off work to hunt the rut?" Well, paying attention to fawns right now and historical doe data can help you predict the best dates in YOUR area! This is a bonus episode from the 2025 Mountain Bucks Scouting Camp.

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17min
May 13, 2025Ep. 427: Methods for Successfully Hunting Quiet Gobblers in the Mountains w/ Josh Ilderton & Mack Mella // The Untamed
Beau Martonik is joined by Josh Ilderton and Mack Mella of The Untamed, who talk about their recent hunting experiences in the rugged mountains of West Virginia. They share their thoughts on the unique challenges of turkey hunting this season with quiet gobblers. Topics include turkey camp, the unusually weird turkey season, how to successfully call in the mountains, finding a turkey when they’re not gobbling much, trying to understand turkey behavior, Beau’s success, and much more!
Topics:
00:00:00 - Introduction

00:04:59 - Getting To Know Mack

00:06:42 - Turkey Camp with The Untamed, The Hunting Public, and Just Hunt Club

00:08:40 - The Challenges Of Turkey Season

00:11:26 - Swing and A Miss

00:15:21 - It’s been a weird season

00:26:50 - Navigating Gobbles In The Mountains

00:34:56 - Finding A Turkey When They’re Not Gobbling Much

00:37:27 - Beau’s 2025 West Virginia Gobbler

00:42:10 - Aging A Turkey

00:47:00 - Hunting Together As Cameraman and Hunter

00:50:24 - Trying To Understand Turkeys

00:53:46 - Balancing Life, Work, and Hunting

00:59:44 - Insight On Production In The Hunting Industry

01:07:53 - Internships and Opportunities

01:10:50 - Parting Thoughts

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1h 15min
May 06, 2025Ep. 426: From Tech Hacker to Adirondack Buck Hunter! w/ Mike Zusman
Beau Martonik is joined by Mike Zusman on an incredible journey as he trades in his keyboard for a rifle, going from a tech hacker to an Adirondack buck hunter! They discuss Mike’s journey of getting into hunting, building a successful tech hacking business, outdoor writing, seeking out a life of adventure, long-term vision, a 4-year journey in the Adirondacks to shoot a buck, the art of conversation, and much more!
Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro

00:00:00 - Introduction and Technical Challenges

00:02:57 - Hunting Equipment Insights

00:06:00 - Personal Hunting Experiences

00:09:01 - Background and Career Journey

00:11:50 - Writing and ADHD

00:15:09 - Transitioning to Business and Consulting

00:18:11 - Hacking and Hunting Parallels

00:21:00 - Vision and Leadership in Business

00:23:55 - Life Goals and Adventure

00:27:13 - Maximizing Life and Enjoyment

00:30:24 - Balancing Time and Money in Hunting

00:32:31 - The Importance of Long-Term Vision

00:34:30 - Patience and Delayed Gratification

00:37:05 - Learning from Mistakes and Target Fixation

00:42:06 - Adirondack Adventures: A Hunter's Journey

00:54:23 - The Emotional Journey of Hunting Success

01:03:25 - The Journey of Hunting and Friendship

01:06:03 - Dining Alone: A Personal Story

01:10:01 - The Art of Conversation and Connection

01:13:04 - Storytelling in Hunting Culture

01:19:55 - The Adventure of Local Hunting

01:23:11 - Future Aspirations in Hunting and Consulting
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1h 41min
April 29, 2025Ep. 425: Long-Lining Big Bucks in Ag Country (Iowa Scouting Trip Recap) w/ Rendell Erik
Beau Martonik is joined by Rendell Erik. Rendell is an Iowa resident who has successfully put his tag on multiple booner bucks on public land in agricultural areas. On a recent scouting trip, Beau met up with Rendell to scout some areas with the expectation of Beau drawing a coveted non-resident Iowa archery deer tag this fall. They discuss what types of public land areas produce the best bucks in the Midwest, rut hunting funnels, best time of year to plan an Iowa deer hunt, long-lining big bucks, buck bedding, key food sources, hunting the corn inside-out, and much more!

Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:03:56 - Letting the deer teach you
00:14:41 - What type of public land areas in the Midwest produce the best bucks
00:18:16 - Rut hunting funnels
00:23:04 - Best time of year to plan an Iowa deer hunt
00:26:19 - Long Lining Big Bucks
00:33:42 - Field judging deer and reading sign
00:39:48 - Micro points - the terrain feature mature bucks like to bed on
00:43:11 - Honey locust trees - when/why deer love to eat them
00:46:41 - Scouting the food ahead of time
00:54:36 - Hunting the corn fields “inside out”
01:00:09 - Advice for hunting Iowa as a non-resident

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1h 8min
April 22, 2025Ep. 424: The Old Timers Knew The Best Stand Locations w/ Luke Humphreys
Beau Martonik is joined by West Virginia native Luke Humphreys. Luke has sent in multiple Mountain Buck Monday submissions of big mountain bucks, including an absolute giant that he shot with his grandpa’s old sidelock muzzleloader from this past January during the West Virginia heritage season. They discuss practicing turkey hunting in the mountains, family hunting traditions, finding old hunting stands, key terrain features, wind and thermals in the mountains, finding the perfect tree, the four-year quest for “Bobby Fischer”, lessons learned from chasing a buck for years, and much more!

Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:06:30 - Background and Early Hunting Experiences
00:09:31 - Challenges of Access and Land Ownership
00:12:35 - Learning the Ropes of Turkey Hunting
00:15:43 - Patience and Strategy in Turkey Hunting
00:18:33 - Scouting and Multi-Tasking in the Spring
00:21:42 - Diverse Terrain and Hunting Experiences
00:24:41 - Nostalgia and Family Traditions in Hunting
00:32:06 - Old Hunting Stands and Their Stories
00:34:45 - The Journey to the Perfect Spot
00:55:22 - Chasing the Monarch: A Four-Year Quest
01:04:26 - The Challenges of Small Property Hunting
01:10:30 - Navigating the Terrain: Understanding Wind and Deer Movement
01:13:17 - Conservative Hunting Strategies: The Importance of Patience
01:15:11 - The Challenge of Muzzleloading: Precision and Preparation
01:17:16 - Tracking and Stalking: The Art of Deer Hunting
01:22:32 - The Thrill of the Chase: A Successful Hunt for Bobby Fischer
01:30:23 - Lessons Learned: Growth as a Hunter
01:40:57 - The Journey of Learning: Mastering New Hunting Grounds

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1h 49min

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