EP03 – How to build points and hunt in the US for Canadians: Part 1

In this episode, Jay begins a multi-part series diving into the complexities of building points for big game hunting in the western United States.

Topics covered in this episode include how to get your gun over the border, the differences between how each state handles bonus points, and an overall approach to developing a successful application strategy.

Next week, Jay will do a detailed breakdown state by state and species by species, highlighting recommended opportunities and application strategies that have been successful for him in the past.

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0:00 – Intro

2:30 – What to do when you bump a buck

4:44 – Bear hunting story

13:25 – Training around injuries

16:45 – Why bodybuilders eat the same foods every day

18:48 – Outdoor research crocodile gaiters

20:50 – How small is too small?

23:05 – What does trophy hunting mean to you?

26:08 – How to build points and hunt in the US for Canadians

28:02 – My experience hunting in the US

30:09 – The states where I build points

32:14 – Definition of a non-resident

33:42 – How to get your rifle into the states ATF 6NIA

39:26 – How to get your meat home

40:12 – Important info about skulls and antlers

42:09 – What about your bow?

42:20 – Why I fly after I cross the border

43:31 – gohunt and onx

45:40 – State details and overall plan

57:51 – Tag management consultants