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HOW TO HUNT ALONE - SOLO BACKCOUNTRY MULE DEER AND ELK HUNTING TIPS | 🎙️ EP. 13
Solo elk hunting on public land is one of the toughest challenges in Western hunting—and it’s not for the faint of heart. In this episode, I break down exactly how to prepare for and succeed on a DIY solo elk hunt, whether you’re heading deep into the backcountry with a bow or a rifle, in search of bulls with no backup and no margin for error.
I’m Matt Hartsky, founder of Backbone Unlimited. After more than 33 years of Western hunting, I’ve learned that solo elk hunts require a whole different level of mental toughness, physical prep, and tactical thinking. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Do I have what it takes to do this alone?”—this is the real-world advice you need before boots hit the dirt.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
• Solo elk hunting mindset – how to become your own team
• How to train and condition for solo backcountry elk hunts
• Solo e-scouting strategies to pre-plan every move
• Backcountry safety protocols, gear, and solo check-ins
• Calling and closing tactics when hunting elk solo
• Mental strategies to overcome fear, fatigue, and isolation
• How to pack out elk meat by yourself without breaking down
• Solo camp setup and tips to stay sharp in total silence
Whether you’re hunting OTC units, preparing for your first public land solo elk hunt, or just looking to test your limits in the mountains, this episode is packed with hard-earned insight, practical strategies, and mindset tips to help you go further—alone.
Recommended for:
• DIY solo elk hunters
• Public land archery or rifle hunters
• First-time backcountry hunters
• Western hunters preparing for a solo mission
Listen now and build the skills, toughness, and confidence you’ll need when it’s just you, your pack, and the wild.
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By Backbone UnlimitedSolo elk hunting on public land is one of the toughest challenges in Western hunting—and it’s not for the faint of heart. In this episode, I break down exactly how to prepare for and succeed on a DIY solo elk hunt, whether you’re heading deep into the backcountry with a bow or a rifle, in search of bulls with no backup and no margin for error.
I’m Matt Hartsky, founder of Backbone Unlimited. After more than 33 years of Western hunting, I’ve learned that solo elk hunts require a whole different level of mental toughness, physical prep, and tactical thinking. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Do I have what it takes to do this alone?”—this is the real-world advice you need before boots hit the dirt.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
• Solo elk hunting mindset – how to become your own team
• How to train and condition for solo backcountry elk hunts
• Solo e-scouting strategies to pre-plan every move
• Backcountry safety protocols, gear, and solo check-ins
• Calling and closing tactics when hunting elk solo
• Mental strategies to overcome fear, fatigue, and isolation
• How to pack out elk meat by yourself without breaking down
• Solo camp setup and tips to stay sharp in total silence
Whether you’re hunting OTC units, preparing for your first public land solo elk hunt, or just looking to test your limits in the mountains, this episode is packed with hard-earned insight, practical strategies, and mindset tips to help you go further—alone.
Recommended for:
• DIY solo elk hunters
• Public land archery or rifle hunters
• First-time backcountry hunters
• Western hunters preparing for a solo mission
Listen now and build the skills, toughness, and confidence you’ll need when it’s just you, your pack, and the wild.