FOCUS HUNTING PODCAST

Kevin shares his insights from his opening day elk hunt, focusing on thermals, wind, and hunting strategies in challenging conditions. He discusses how understanding thermals and topography can improve success and shares personal experiences and tips.

Topics

Thermal dynamics and their impact on elk hunting

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Kevin’s Elk Hunt and Focus on Thermals

In this episode, Derek and Kevin share expert tips on Elk hunting, focusing on adapting strategies to changing conditions like forest fires and pressure, and emphasizing the importance of gear, terrain, and timing. In this episode, Derek and Kevin share practical insights on elk hunting, gear management, and strategies for success in the field. They discuss tracking, gear optimization, and the mental aspects of hunting under pressure, providing valuable tips for hunters aiming to improve their skills.

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Elk season is here, and this episode is a deep dive into elk hunting strategy, calling, and mindset with elite coach and veteran elk hunter Matt Hartsky of Backbone Unlimited. Matt has killed 29 bulls and helped his 23-year-old son notch 9 elk already, and he breaks down exactly how he thinks about elk behavior, terrain, and preparation. We cover how to locate elk without relying on bugles, how to hunt high‑pressure public land elk, and why understanding wind, thermals, security cover, bedding areas, feeding areas, and transition zones matters more than the latest gear. Matt explains his “hunt audit” system, how he dissects e‑scouting maps (OnX, Google Earth), and how he builds A–B–C–D plans inside a single elk hunting area.

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In this episode, Kevin Toye and Landen share insights on elk and mule deer hunting strategies, shot placement, gear choices, and the evolution of hunting technology. They discuss practical tips for success in the field and reflect on their hunting experiences.

Topics

Elk hunting strategies and season timing

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Unlock the full potential of your hunting bow in this tuning masterclass with renowned bow tech Kellen Morgan of Inside Out Precision. With decades of experience, Kellen explains exactly how to supertune your hunting setup for maximum accuracy, forgiveness, and broadhead performance in real-world conditions. We dive into what really matters in bow tuning, how to get fixed-blade broadheads and field points hitting together, choosing the right arrow spine, weight, and F.O.C., and how cam lean, timing, center shot, and rest alignment affect consistency. Kellen also breaks down the biggest tuning mistakes bowhunters make, how the industry has changed over the last five years, and what actually works for elk, whitetail, and Western spot-and-stalk setups.

If you want a deadly accurate compound bow for hunting, this episode gives you the practical tuning process and pro insights to build a setup you can trust when it counts.

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In this episode, with Derek, we dive deep into the advanced elk vocal tactics that separate average callers from consistent killers. We break down how to hit the right pitch, tone, and cadence so you stop sounding like a hunter and start sounding like a real elk. Derek explains the subtle calling mistakes that cause bulls to hang up, go silent, or slide away, and how tiny tweaks in your sounds can completely change how elk respond. If you’ve been practicing your calls but still aren’t getting the reactions you want, this pre-season tune-up will help you dial everything in so you’re ready when the woods light up.

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In this episode I am joined by Jesse Bruggenthies aka Bergy Bowsmith. Jesse shares insights on bow setup, arrow tuning, and the importance of proper equipment calibration for hunting success. We share, compare and discuss our training routines, gear adjustments, and the mental aspects of archery and life.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Jesse's Bow Setup

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In this episode, Kevin chats with Steve Rodgers about mule deer hunting strategies, dealing with injuries, and navigating challenging weather conditions like smoke and drought. They share insights on scouting, gear, and adapting to changing deer and elk habits, offering valuable tips for hunters facing tough conditions.

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Kevin Toye and Landen break down how they’re preparing for elk season while balancing real life, heavy workloads, and limited training time. They cover the practical side of elk hunting from fitness and calling to bedding areas, thermals, and gear choices that actually matter in the field.

In this episode, Kevin is joined by Adam Janke, host of the Beyond the Kill podcast. They dive into the intersection of hunting, parenting, and personal growth. They get real about balancing family life and fatherhood with bowhunting, rifle hunting, and backcountry hunting, and how year-round fitness, scouting, and time in the mountains shape them as hunters and as men. 

They explore how struggle, failure, injuries, and setbacks in training and in the field build mental toughness, discipline, and resilience traits that carry directly into parenting and leading at home. From dialing in shooting and fitness to learning animal behavior and woodsmanship, Kevin and Adam show how the relentless pursuit of becoming a better hunter fuels growth in every area of life.

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00:00 Introduction and catching up

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