In Part 2 of our Bear Bender series, Dan sits down with Bill Vanderheyden, founder of Iron Will Outfitters, for a deep dive into our Saskatchewan bear hunt with Eastern Sky Guiding Service—and so much more.

We cover:
• The highs and lessons from Bill’s latest bear hunting experience
• A full breakdown of his elk hunting film—rewatching it together and going full director’s cut mode
• Technical gear talk, shot decisions, mental game, and what really goes through your head when a bull steps into range
• Insights from Bill on archery, backcountry gear, and balancing the grind with real life

Whether you're an elk junkie, a gearhead, or just want an inside look at how elite hunters think and operate in the field, this episode delivers.

📹 Stay tuned for more Bear Bender content dropping soon, including how YOU can join us for bear season in 2026.

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Go watch the full film! https://www.fulldrawfilmtour.com/dates-tickets/

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