Modern down clothing makes staying warm in the cold easier than ever. But it's tricky to decipher the specifications that indicate the warmth potential of a jacket or pants.

This episode will help you understand fill power, fill weight, and other features that contribute to the overall warmth of a garment. It might be easier than you think.

Down Jackets I've Tested

Eddie Bauer CirrusLite

Black Ovis Recon

Rab Electron Pro

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Today we're talking about the 10 Essentials, a list of items developed by adventurers and mountaineers to help you be prepared (the Boy Scout motto, by the way) for any scenario in the outdoors. We cover:

For short trip, most of your 10 Essentials will fit in a gallon ziplock bag, so it's not hard to bring them along.

If there's something you consider an essential that's not on the 10 Essentials list, send me an email at [email protected] and let me know!

Today we're talking about building an arsenal that will cover almost any hunting scenario -- with only five guns. We discuss:

Plus, Samuel talks about his sawed-off shotgun... a whole two inches shorter. Why did he do it? Listen to find out!

Units, licenses, tags, permits, fees, hunter's orange, bag limits – how do you keep track? In this episode we break down the process of learning hunting regulations for the first time into seven logical steps. You can use this process any time you're hunting in a new state or for a new species.

Do you wear gaiters? They're incredibly helpful for keeping water, snow, rocks, and debris out of your boots – extending the functionality of your footwear beyond its normal capability. Gaiters are a great way to upgrade your kit without having to buy a whole new pair of boots or pants.

KUIU Gaiters

OR Gaiters

As we head into the new year, you might be thinking about your fitness goals and how to achieve them. In this podcast, we cover:

Happy New Year!

The peak of hunting season has past. But does that mean you have to wait until spring or fall to hunt again? No way.

Most states have year round hunting opportunities. You just have to find them!

In this episode we talk about species that have generous or even year round seasons in most states. (Coyotes are #1 on the list). We also cover how to find year round hunting opportunities in your state and unit.

Over time, leather boots will dry and crack, guns will rust, tents will mold, rain gear will stop repelling rain — the list goes on.

Thankfully, there's something you can do about it.

At the end of the season, or even after every hunt, make sure to clean, restore, and protect your gear for the best performance and longevity. In this episode we'll cover common gear items and how to care for them.

Products mentioned:

Nikwax waterproofing products

SNO - SEAL wax for leather

Hoppes No. 9 Gun Bore Cleaner

Hunting involves failure — there's no way around it. Listen in to hear some of Samuel's biggest mistakes and failures while hunting bears, elk, and deer throughout 2024.