Epic Outdoors Podcast

In this episode we call Travis Taylor who hunted Nevada Mule deer last year with his wife Erika. They were both able to harvest awesome bucks that came in over 30 inches wide, which is a rare occurrence these days. We also talk about general antler growth trends we are seeing for both elk and deer here in the West.

In this episode we give some updates on our summer scouting and running trail cameras. We also talk about some of the gear we've purchased and would recommend purchasing for the upcoming season. From pants to optics, now is the time to get stocked up on everything you need for the fall!

In this episode the crew sits down with Mike McLean of Apex Next Evolution to talk about the importance of your health as a hunter. Their products are a natural alternative to popular sports supplements that give you energy, hydration and recovery, safely and effectively. We also discuss the importance of public land. A conversation sparked by the recently proposed sale of public land in Utah.

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Watch as we give away 7 world class hunts, over $15,000 in Gear and Optics and a $15,000 bonus package to pay for a hunt of the winners choice. If you didn't win, or didnt get a chance to play for this giveaway, the next one is right around the corner. Become an Epic Outdoors Member to stay in the loop! We also give an overview of the Nevada Dream Tags! This is a huge opportunity to get your name in the hat for 4 of the best hunts the West has to offer! Check out https://nvdreamtag.org/ to enter! Deadline is June 30th.

In this episode we call Epic Outdoors member Robert Mccormick, who hunted Desert Bighorn sheep last year in Mexico and ended up taking a nearly 170" ram! He had a great experience and it just so happens to be the same hunt we're giving away in our 2025 Summer Hunts giveaway! So, get your tickets in for a chance to have an experience like Roberts. We are also doing another giveaway, if you send us a trail camera picture that was taken anytime in 2024 or 2025 we will enter you in for a chance to win some awesome prizes. There will be multiple winners and the deadline is August 5th, 2025. DM your picture to @epic_hunts on Instagram to enter.

In this episode we call Tyler Bee, who harvested a 245" Mule deer with his bow last year. Rarely is an archery hunt easy and this was no exception. Tyler hunted long and hard and was able to make it happen on an incredible buck. We also talk about some of our trail camera strategies that can save you from missing animals when it matters most.

In this episode the entire crew takes us through their individual optics setups, what pieces of gear they use and what situations they change their gear for. We also talk about some of the application strategies you may not be considering.

In this episode the crew is getting excited over the upcoming Nevada draw results, and other scouting plans, now that summer has rolled in. We also talk about a new service here at Epic Outdoors, where we will build you the perfect long range rifle, sight it in and send you ammo and a programmed rangefinder! If you want an out of the box, ready to hunt rifle, give us a call at 435-263-0777.

In this episode we get Chris Dunkin, head of Stealth Cam Cellular Products, on the phone to discuss trail camera strategies for 2025 and what we can expect to see this year from Stealth Cam. We are huge fans and avid users of all things Stealth Cam, and the innovation in their cameras never stops impressing us.

In this episode the crew is joined by Will Morgan of Outdoor Edge Knives, who just recently launched their new line of replaceable blade knives. We have used Outdoor Edge knives for years and these new additions are some of the best we've seen. Check out outdooredge.com to view their new products and order yours now.