On this episode, I'm joined by Zack Boughton of the Hunting Photographer. Recently, I enrolled in Zack's course with Steven Drake, called the Hunting Photographer to increase my photography skills, gain mentorship and learn more about the business side of the hunting industry. This course more than met my expectations, and am pumped to get Zack on the podcast to talk about it. If you've ever wanted to be a photographer in the hunting industry or just learn more about the industry itself - this is a must listen!

Topics

Zack’s background

Montana Wild

The Hunting Photographer

Investing in yourself

Modules in the course

Mentorship

Adventure of Life

Resources:

Instagram:  @eastmeetswesthunt
                  @beau.martonik
                  @zackboughton

                  @thehuntingphotog

Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors

                 
www.eastmeetswesthunt.com

https://www.thehuntingphotographer.com/

Partners:

onX

• Mapping at your finger tips on your phone, computer or GPS that will allow you scout harder, hunt farther and increase your success rates. This is the number 1 tool that I use every single time I'm in the woods or mountains.

University of Elk Hunting

• Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available.

Heather's Choice

• Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2

Maven Optics

• Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order!

MTN OPS

• MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik

Wild Carrot Scents

• Changing the way you look at deer scents. Their tear away, no mess packaging is exactly what I need for hunting the mountains of Pennsylvania, to the swamps of the south and farm country in the midwest.

Prime Archery

• Prime builds bows for hunters with parallel cam and centergy technology. Their free strings for life program is unmatched in the industry. Test drive one at your local shop and experience it yourself!

Exodus Outdoor Gear

• Exodus is building cameras that are built to last. With an industry leading 5 year warranty that covers even lost and stolen cameras; they're worth checking out! Listen to this episode to learn about a special deal from them this month!

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On this episode I’m joined by Sarah Laughter - Easton Archery employee, Sitka Gear ambassador and ranked cornhole athlete. Sarah and I sat down at the Total Archery Challenge in Seven Springs to talk about mule deer hunting in Utah, talking about different arrow setups and finding gear that’s fit for use. In the intro, I run through some new gear items I’m using from Maven and Sitka Gear as well as my recent trip to Colorado. Enjoy!

Topics

New gear items for 2019 Elk Hunt - Maven S.2 spotter, Sitka SS base, Kelvin Active Hoody, Ascent gaiters, Mountain hauler 4000

My Gear List

Weekend Colorado trip

Sarah’s background - Easton employees, Sitka Gear Ambassador and Corn Hole competitor

Mule deer hunting in Utah

Breaking down different arrow combinations

Finding gear that’s fit for use - “All around” = compromise

Resources:

Instagram:  @eastmeetswesthunt
                  @beau.martonik
                  @sarah.laughter_

Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors

                 
www.eastmeetswesthunt.com

Partners:

onX

• Mapping at your finger tips on your phone, computer or GPS that will allow you scout harder, hunt farther and increase your success rates. This is the number 1 tool that I use every single time I'm in the woods or mountains.

University of Elk Hunting

• Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available.

Heather's Choice

• Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2

Maven Optics

• Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order!

MTN OPS

• MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik

Wild Carrot Scents

• Changing the way you look at deer scents. Their tear away, no mess packaging is exactly what I need for hunting the mountains of Pennsylvania, to the swamps of the south and farm country in the midwest.

Prime Archery

• Prime builds bows for hunters with parallel cam and centergy technology. Their free strings for life program is unmatched in the industry. Test drive one at your local shop and experience it yourself!

Exodus Outdoor Gear

• Exodus is building cameras that are built to last. With an industry leading 5 year warranty that covers even lost and stolen cameras; they're worth checking out! Listen to this episode to learn about a special deal from them this month!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode I’m joined by Abe Henderson of Alaska DIY to talk about breaking down the barriers of planning and going on DIY Alaskan hunts. This podcast is different from most as I’m actually planning an Alaskan hunt, so Abe helped me go through the process and used it as a working discussion to plan with a focus. There is a lot of valuable information on making it happen for the everyday guy or girl that wants the ultimate adventure hunt in one of the most iconic places in the world.

Topics

Abe Henderson and Alaska DIY background

The start to planning my Alaskan hunt

Understanding “scarcity” and limiting factors

Prioritizing the who, what, when, where and why

Different Caribou herds for a DIY hunt

Alaskan Haul Road Hunt

High country caribou

Promo code to save $50 on an Alaskan DIY course - EMW2019

Resources:

Instagram:  @eastmeetswesthunt
                  @beau.martonik
                  @alaska_diy

Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors

YouTube: Alaska DIY
                 
www.eastmeetswesthunt.com

https://www.huntalaskadiy.com/

Partners:

onX

• Mapping at your finger tips on your phone, computer or GPS that will allow you scout harder, hunt farther and increase your success rates. This is the number 1 tool that I use every single time I'm in the woods or mountains.

University of Elk Hunting

• Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available.

Heather's Choice

• Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2

Maven Optics

• Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order!

MTN OPS

• MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik

Wild Carrot Scents

• Changing the way you look at deer scents. Their tear away, no mess packaging is exactly what I need for hunting the mountains of Pennsylvania, to the swamps of the south and farm country in the midwest.

Prime Archery

• Prime builds bows for hunters with parallel cam and centergy technology. Their free strings for life program is unmatched in the industry. Test drive one at your local shop and experience it yourself!

Exodus Outdoor Gear

• Exodus is building cameras that are built to last. With an industry leading 5 year warranty that covers even lost and stolen cameras; they're worth checking out! Listen to this episode to learn about a special deal from them this month!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I'm joined by Alex Comstock of Whitetail DNA to talk about hunting whitetails in Minnesota, North Dakota and Nebraska. Alex is a freelance outdoor writer, content creator and photographer that loves adventure whitetail hunting in different places. We discuss these three states and some stories within them that might peak your interest in planning your next DIY whitetail hunt.

Topics

My recent overnight rattlesnake hunting trip

Who is Alex Comstock and Whitetail DNA

Shed hunting vs. scouting

Minnesota hunting opportunities

North Dakota hunting opportunities

Nebraska hunting opportunities

Resources:

Instagram:  @eastmeetswesthunt
                  @beau.martonik
                  @whitetail_dna

Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors

YouTube: WhitetailDNA
                 
www.eastmeetswesthunt.com

https://www.whitetaildna.com/

Partners:

OnX Maps

• Mapping at your finger tips on your phone, computer or GPS that will allow you scout harder, hunt farther and increase your success rates. This is the number 1 tool that I use every single time I'm in the woods or mountains.

University of Elk Hunting

• Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available.

Heather's Choice

• Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2

Maven Optics

• Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order!

MTN OPS

• MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik

Wild Carrot Scents

• Changing the way you look at deer scents. Their tear away, no mess packaging is exactly what I need for hunting the mountains of Pennsylvania, to the swamps of the south and farm country in the midwest.

Prime Archery

• Prime builds bows for hunters with parallel cam and centergy technology. Their free strings for life program is unmatched in the industry. Test drive one at your local shop and experience it yourself!

Exodus Outdoor Gear

• Exodus is building cameras that are built to last. With an industry leading 5 year warranty that covers even lost and stolen cameras; they're worth checking out! Listen to this episode to learn about a special deal from them this month!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I’m talking with Greg Godrey of Tethrd to talk about tree saddles. Tree saddles can be really beneficial for those of us that are mobile in hunting the big woods and Appalachian mountains. Greg talks about the advantages (and disadvantages) of saddle hunting and the different ways to set them up to become efficient and effective with mobile hunting.

Topics

History of saddle hunting

Benefits of using a saddle

Different positions for setting up a saddle

Being efficient and effective

Resources:

Instagram:  @eastmeetswesthunt
                  @beau.martonik
                  @tethrdnation

Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors

YouTube: G2 Outdoors
                 
www.eastmeetswesthunt.com

https://tethrdnation.com/

Partners:

University of Elk Hunting

• Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available.

Heather's Choice

• Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2

Maven Optics

• Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order!

MTN OPS

• MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik

Wild Carrot Scents

• Changing the way you look at deer scents. Their tear away, no mess packaging is exactly what I need for hunting the mountains of Pennsylvania, to the swamps of the south and farm country in the midwest.

Prime Archery

• Prime builds bows for hunters with parallel cam and centergy technology. Their free strings for life program is unmatched in the industry. Test drive one at your local shop and experience it yourself!

Exodus Outdoor Gear

• Exodus is building cameras that are built to last. With an industry leading 5 year warranty that covers even lost and stolen cameras; they're worth checking out! Listen to this episode to learn about a special deal from them this month!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I'm joined by the original mustache podcaster and elk hunter, Cody Rich. Cody has been sharpening his elk hunting skills for many years and has learned a thing or two. We talk about his new mini course aimed to help those go from entry level elk hunters wandering around the mountains aimlessly to those who kill elk consistently every year. 

Topics:

Background of Cody Rich

Levels of elk hunting

Being efficient and effective

Finding herds of elk, not one elk

Understanding wind and thermals

My biggest problem - closing the deal

Sticking to the plan

Finding those hidden elk spots

Pennsylvania Elk Draw

Resources:

Instagram:  @eastmeetswesthunt
                  @beau.martonik
                  @therichoutdoors

                  @therichoutdoorspodcast

Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors

                 
www.eastmeetswesthunt.com

http://www.therichoutdoors.net/

Partners:

University of Elk Hunting

• Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available.

Heather's Choice

• Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2

Maven Optics

• Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order!

MTN OPS

• MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik

Wild Carrot Scents

• Changing the way you look at deer scents. Their tear away, no mess packaging is exactly what I need for hunting the mountains of Pennsylvania, to the swamps of the south and farm country in the midwest.

Prime Archery

• Prime builds bows for hunters with parallel cam and centergy technology. Their free strings for life program is unmatched in the industry. Test drive one at your local shop and experience it yourself!

Exodus Outdoor Gear

• Exodus is building cameras that are built to last. With an industry leading 5 year warranty that covers even lost and stolen cameras; they're worth checking out! Listen to this episode to learn about a special deal from them this month!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I'm joined by freelance photographer, hunter and amateur bus driver, Sam Soholt. Sam and I have been talking about podcasting since before I even released the first episode. We talk about his journey in becoming a freelance photographer, the public land bus project, and some general BS-ing about traveling across the country while hanging out at my booth at the Total Archery Challenge.

Topics:

Sam’s background getting into photography

Breaking into the hunting industry

Importance of public lands

Public land bus mission and journey

Public land tees

The Hunting Public

Resources:

Instagram:  @eastmeetswesthunt
                  @beau.martonik
                  @samsoholt

Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors

                 
www.eastmeetswesthunt.com

www.publiclandtees.com

Partners:

University of Elk Hunting

• Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available.

Heather's Choice

• Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2

Maven Optics

• Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order!

MTN OPS

• MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik

Wild Carrot Scents

• Changing the way you look at deer scents. Their tear away, no mess packaging is exactly what I need for hunting the mountains of Pennsylvania, to the swamps of the south and farm country in the midwest.

Prime Archery

• Prime builds bows for hunters with parallel cam and centergy technology. Their free strings for life program is unmatched in the industry. Test drive one at your local shop and experience it yourself!

Exodus Outdoor Gear

• Exodus is building cameras that are built to last. With an industry leading 5 year warranty that covers even lost and stolen cameras; they're worth checking out! Listen to this episode to learn about a special deal from them this month!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I'm joined by Brady Miller of GoHunt to talk about target panic. Brady shares with us his struggles with target panic and his entire process that he went through to beat it. I'm personally going through this process now and I know others are struggling with target panic, as well. Oh and I made Brady promise that he will come back on to talk mule deer before hunting season! 

Topics:

Background of GoHunt and Brady

Mule deer obsession

Defining target panic

How to create a plan to combat target panic

Using training aids

Blank bale shooting

Re-training your mind

Differences in types of releases

Resources:

Instagram:  @eastmeetswesthunt
                  @beau.martonik
                  @brady_j_miller

Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors

                 
www.eastmeetswesthunt.com

https://www.gohunt.com/read/skills/my-name-is-brady-miller-and-i-have-severe-target-panic#gs.hbwgg4

Partners:

University of Elk Hunting

• Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available.

Heather's Choice

• Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2

Maven Optics

• Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order!

MTN OPS

• MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik

Wild Carrot Scents

• Changing the way you look at deer scents. Their tear away, no mess packaging is exactly what I need for hunting the mountains of Pennsylvania, to the swamps of the south and farm country in the midwest.

Prime Archery

• Prime builds bows for hunters with parallel cam and centergy technology. Their free strings for life program is unmatched in the industry. Test drive one at your local shop and experience it yourself!

Exodus Outdoor Gear

• Exodus is building cameras that are built to last. With an industry leading 5 year warranty that covers even lost and stolen cameras; they're worth checking out! Listen to this episode to learn about a special deal from them this month!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I’m joined by top 10 UFC fighter and hunter, Corey Anderson. Corey is one of those guys who will outwork just about anyone and doesn’t quit until he meets his goals. Already successful in the fighting world, Corey is pursuing an additional adventure in the hunting space by learning how to film his hunts and share his progress. He talks about the mindset necessary to be a champion in whatever you set your mind to.

Topics

Total Archery Challenge and Adventure hike

Background

Journey to becoming a top 10 UFC Light-heavyweight fighter

Putting in consistent effort to be the best you can be

Getting into filming hunts

Upcoming hunting trips

Learning something new

What’s next for Corey in the UFC

Resources:

Instagram:  @eastmeetswesthunt
                  @beau.martonik
                  @coreya_mma

Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors

                  Corey "Overtime" Anderson
                 
www.eastmeetswesthunt.com

YouTube - Outdoors with Overtime

Partners:

University of Elk Hunting

• Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available.

Heather's Choice

• Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2

Maven Optics

• Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order!

MTN OPS

• MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik

Wild Carrot Scents

• Changing the way you look at deer scents. Their tear away, no mess packaging is exactly what I need for hunting the mountains of Pennsylvania, to the swamps of the south and farm country in the midwest.

Prime Archery

• Prime builds bows for hunters with parallel cam and centergy technology. Their free strings for life program is unmatched in the industry. Test drive one at your local shop and experience it yourself!

Exodus Outdoor Gear

• Exodus is building cameras that are built to last. With an industry leading 5 year warranty that covers even lost and stolen cameras; they're worth checking out! Listen to this episode to learn about a special deal from them this month!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I'm joined again by Corey Jacobsen of Elk 101 to get into a couple more sections of his University of Elk Hunting online course. He talks to me about physical conditioning, its importance and different ways to get in shape for elk hunting. Then, we talk about gear and Corey's way of breaking down the items he carries in his day pack. He keeps it simple and light to cover many miles in the mountains each day. At the end, he announces a huge giveaway! Remember, use code eastmeetswest to save 20% off of the University of Elk Hunting!

Topics:

Adventure hike - Total Archery Challenge

Corey’s elk season plans

Physical conditioning for elk hunting

Different options for staying in shape

3 essential gear items

Corey’s daypack breakdown

HUGE University of Elk Hunting Giveaway!

Resources:

Instagram:  @eastmeetswesthunt
                  @beau.martonik
                  @elk101

                  @coreyjacobsen.elk101

Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors

                  Elk101.com
                 
www.eastmeetswesthunt.com

www.elk101.com

Partners:

University of Elk Hunting

• Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available.

Heather's Choice

• Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2

Maven Optics

• Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order!

MTN OPS

• MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik

Wild Carrot Scents

• Changing the way you look at deer scents. Their tear away, no mess packaging is exactly what I need for hunting the mountains of Pennsylvania, to the swamps of the south and farm country in the midwest.

Prime Archery

• Prime builds bows for hunters with parallel cam and centergy technology. Their free strings for life program is unmatched in the industry. Test drive one at your local shop and experience it yourself!

Exodus Outdoor Gear

• Exodus is building cameras that are built to last. With an industry leading 5 year warranty that covers even lost and stolen cameras; they're worth checking out! Listen to this episode to learn about a special deal from them this month!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices