First Generation Bowhunter

As you build out your bow and select arrows, you'll refine your shooting to get the most consistent and accurate shots. In this episode, I break down the key strategies to keep in mind for tuning your bow, practicing, and getting the right accessories to help you the most. Often there are a few things holding you back from those perfect tucked in groups. 

Listen in and learn more about the following topics to help you progress in bowhunting:

Proper bow fit

Poundage for your bow

Proper tuning and paper tuning

Proper form

Bow accessories

Arrow selection

Ranking arrows

Your practice routine

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Tune into episode 53 to learn about what factors to consider when buying camouflage for bowhunting. I walk through Choosing a Camo Pattern, Performance to Consider, and of course Budget. You'll need to keep in mind what climate and what area you'll be primarily hunting in and what performance you'll demand. I also talk through the strategies of hunting around scent, movement, and sound while bowhunting. 

Get connected with Adam on Instagram and share questions and ideas for podcast topics. 

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Being the off season, what's a bowhunter to do? You can't just sit around and watch ATA recap videos to see all the latest bowhunting gear coming out, or can you? In this episode I share a few thoughts on a few award winning ATA pieces of gear and share what to do in the off season to make the most of your time in the field, enhancing your cardio for training, and how to simulate interactions with wild game to make your hunting season more effective. 

And of course, I talk about ice baths. 

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Happy new year! Join me on Episode 51 to hear about how to set your mindset to tackle your goals this year and be successful in bowhunting. I'm not one for resolutions and so I share a few ways to excel at your goals and maintain strong habits. I also give a few shoutouts to listeners, tune in to hear. Please tell me what goals you have this year in your training and what hunts you have planned. I'm super amped to hear about it. Let me know what bowhunting questions you have on Instagram @adam_buchanan and I'll feature them in future episodes. I also share a few books I'm reading and I'm totally amped on them. 

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Links below.

In Gear I Trust

Become a Backpack Hunter by Josh Kirchner

Complete Book of Bowhunting by Chuck Adams

I learned so much on this hunt. And full disclosure, I took this elk with a rifle. So if you're a purist bowhunter, maybe this episode isn't for you. However, for new bowhunters, there is a ton of learnings I gained from this hunt that I share in this episode. Yes, 95% of the time I'm bowhunting but I saw this late season rifle elk hunt and had to go for it, which resulted in a kill and harvest. For me, I'm a pretty sucky elk hunter and so this hunt meant a ton to share it with my son and be able to bring home meat to fill the freezer. 

When we talk about being good at archery and being a good hunter, this hunt taught me to be a better hunter. And in the process, I was able to fill the freezer and share the experience with my son. 

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In gear I trust: 

Magnum deer/elk sleigh

Badlands MRK6 Hunting Backpack

Outdoor Edge Knife Set

Foodsaver Vacuum Sealer

Listen in on episode 49 of First Generation Bowhunter where we have Ryan Sapena from Seek Outside to share his view on conservation and what new bowhunters can do to help the hunting industry thrive. He also shares great insight on backpack bowhunting and great tips on gear, Seek Outside Gear, and shifting the mindset of having a floorless tent. 

Learn more at Seek Outside

Message Adam at @adam_buchanan on Instagram to share stories and questions. Share a review on Apple Podcasts and get a free First Generation Bowhunter vinyl sticker shipped to you by yours truly. Send a screenshot of the review with your address to redeem. 

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In this episode, prepare for mind blowing information that will transform the way you hunt and practice shooting. Josh Kirchner is the Dialed In Hunter and brings a packed interview full of tactics you can dial in yourself to make better shots and use your rangefinder correctly. Josh has a strong history as a bowhunter and began sharing high value content on his website DialedInHunter.com and his Youtube. I'm grateful for his generosity with what he shares and how well he explains bowhunting. You don't want to miss this episode, it could greatly enhance your bowhunting experience. 

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Connect with Josh Kirchner below:

Dialedinhunter.com

Youtube (prepare for incredible bowhunting information!)

Facebook

Instagram

His Book: Becoming a Backpack Hunter

Arrow Trajectory Video by Josh on Insta 

Intentional Archery Practice Article by Josh on ONX

In Gear I Trust

Vortex Rangefinder

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After a few seasons bowhunting with an ebike, I share what to keep in mind if you're considering adding this large and expensive piece of gear to your bowhunting kit. I share the good and the bad on working with an ebike. Drop me a line on Instagram @adam_buchanan and share your hunting stories, questions about bowhunting, and what hunt you're looking forward to. 

In gear I trust

Bow holder handelbar mount

Derailuer hanger

Ebike Fenders

Ebike Light rechargeable

Rear ebike rack

Waterproof pannier bags

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Early on in my bowhunting experience I always thought, an arrow is just an arrow. Boy was I wrong. Join me on Episode 46 where we dive into what to consider when buying arrows and how to best test them for accuracy. Tune in to First Generation Bowhunter and share with your fellow bowhunters just starting out. 

In Gear I Trust

Gold Tip Hunter arrows 6mm

Gold Tip Pierce arrows 4mm

Gold Tip Kinetic KAOS arrows 5mm

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Is it time to upgrade your bow? Maybe it is, maybe it isn't. Tune into Episode 45 on First Generation Bowhunter to learn what questions and factors to consider for upgrading your bow. You may just need to upgrade accessories or get a new string, or it's time to just get a new bow. If you do upgrade your bow, please send your significant other my apologies, I am not liable for any fights among partners around new bow purchases. 

In Gear I Trust:

Tabboo Hygiene stick

Black Gold Ascent Verdict Sight

QAD Ultra HDX Drop Away Rest

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