The Element Hunting Podcast

This is the season we dream about all year long! The preseason is turning over to the early season. Bucks are starting to lose their velvet, scrapes are opening up, acorns are falling, and we are frothing at the mouth in anticipation of that first October cold front! Hunting Season is here. It's everything we can muster to just stay out of the woods and let our spots rest knowing that there are big bucks pracing around adorned with new headgear just waiting on us. 

Let this awesome interview with public land whitetail expert Lucas Cayko (yes, it really is pronounced "Psycho") get you even more hyped up about getting in the stand! We go into great depth with Psycho about different types of access, some unusual calling tactics, satying warm, and rut crazed bucks. 

To listen to what Psycho has to say, FF to 10:25

In our intro, we discuss our upcoming trip to Colorado in pursuit of elk and adventure. K.C. was blessed with a beautiful bull last year and is hoping to start a yearly tradition of mountain grocery shopping. We also talk about some of our last minute scouting expeditions in light of the approaching deer season. We have implemented some of the tactics discussed in E29 with Zach Ferenbaugh of Midwest Whitetail, specifically how mature bucks use water to their advantage. 

We hope you enjoy this talk as much as we did. Lucas is one smart dude who has a knack for big bucks.

To see Psycho's hunts, check him out on Youtube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vl8DJirKcCM

Search "American Cayko" for more.

Article featuring Psycho:

http://www.fieldandstream.com/articles/hunting/2012/07/hunt-pro-three-expert-deer-hunters-share-their-secrets

Check out our full 2016 season flim:

https://youtu.be/_ghDTL-uWtY

Music by Tyler and The Tribe:

https://www.youtube.com/user/TylerandtheTribe

Conservation Links:

TRCP

Backcountry Hunters and Anglers

Check out the Sitka Subalpine that we will be using in the mountains:

sitkagear.com 

This is the season we dream about all year long! The preseason is turning over to the early season. Bucks are starting to lose their velvet, scrapes are opening up, acorns are falling, and we are frothing at the mouth in anticipation of that first October cold front! Hunting Season is here. It's everything we can muster to just stay out of the woods and let our spots rest knowing that there are big bucks pracing around adorned with new headgear just waiting on us. 

Let this awesome interview with public land whitetail expert Lucas Cayko (yes, it really is pronounced "Psycho") get you even more hyped up about getting in the stand! We go into great depth with Psycho about different types of access, some unusual calling tactics, satying warm, and rut crazed bucks. 

To listen to what Psycho has to say, FF to 10:25

In our intro, we discuss our upcoming trip to Colorado in pursuit of elk and adventure. K.C. was blessed with a beautiful bull last year and is hoping to start a yearly tradition of mountain grocery shopping. We also talk about some of our last minute scouting expeditions in light of the approaching deer season. We have implemented some of the tactics discussed in E29 with Zach Ferenbaugh of Midwest Whitetail, specifically how mature bucks use water to their advantage. 

We hope you enjoy this talk as much as we did. Lucas is one smart dude who has a knack for big bucks.

To see Psycho's hunts, check him out on Youtube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vl8DJirKcCM

Search "American Cayko" for more.

Article featuring Psycho:

http://www.fieldandstream.com/articles/hunting/2012/07/hunt-pro-three-expert-deer-hunters-share-their-secrets

Check out our full 2016 season flim:

https://youtu.be/_ghDTL-uWtY

Music by Tyler and The Tribe:

https://www.youtube.com/user/TylerandtheTribe

Conservation Links:

TRCP

Backcountry Hunters and Anglers

Check out the Sitka Subalpine that we will be using in the mountains:

sitkagear.com 

Due to travel complications over the holiday weekend and an idiot move in shipping our recorder home with the audio files still in it, you are just now having the opportunity to hear this episode. We promise it was worth the wait.

We had the pleasure of a late night, round-table, super informal discussion that spanned the depths of societal and environmental issues, hunting advocacy, and even how Brian wants to die. The big question is shark or mountain lion attack. Full bellies and zeal for wild places fueled one of the greatest discussions we've had the honor to be a part of. This episode is a conglomeration of history lessons, comedic relief, and young philosophical conversation. If the future of conservation and wildlife lies in the hands of these guys, we are going to be in great shape.

Also, if you havent heard yet, we announce a winner of the Sitka Subalpine cap during today's show. Thanks to all who left us great reviews and participated in the contest. Keep them coming!

We are on the eve of hunting season! Whitetail and Elk are already filling up our news feeds and we can't get enough! We want to wish everyone good luck as the pursue wild creatures in wild places. Remember to always be safe, give hunters a good name, and take someone new into the deer woods if you get the chance!

Message us with your success pics! 

Links:

www.elliottwoods.com

www.ultimateupland.com

www.sitkagear.com

www.trcp.org

Music by Tyler and the Tribe:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWvHyKAkN7c

Elk season is almost here! Today we talk with 9-time world champion elk caller Corey Jacobsen. We dive into the details of his new film, The Linguists, by Sitka Gear. The Linguists is more than just a hunting film. It is a snapshot of generations of passion and legacy compressed into 30 minutes of some of the best elk footage you'll ever see! The audio is killer. You can really feel the bugles in your chest and it is what pushes the film over the top. I hope you take time out of your busy schedules to watch it.

Of course, we had to dive into some elk hunting tactics. Corey is an elk slaying machine! we discuss calling strategy, being aggresive, how to prepare for an out of state trip, bonus points and application, friendship, and just tell some good ol' elk stories. We also go into detail about the somewhat contraversal, but highly effective "frontal shot." Corey has taken frontals on many bulls and you can see how devestating the shot really is.

To skip strait to Corey, fast forward to 8:34.

Dont forget about our GIVEAWAY! This is your last week to go over and give us a great review on iTunes for your chance to win a Sitka Subalpine hat! We will announce a winner on the podcast August 31st.

Thanks for listening!

Links:

http://www.elk101.com

The Linguists

https://youtu.be/QBhSYD6GfsM

Corey Executing the Frontal Shot

https://youtu.be/Oj0D_AW8OKU

Music:

Tyler and The Tribe

https://www.youtube.com/user/TylerandtheTribe

Today on the podcast we get to listen to QDMA's Matt Ross and his vast knowledge of all things deer.  We especially focus on the natural things deer eat such as forbes, browse, and mast.  Wether you're a newbie or a vet, there is something to be learned for just about everybody.

To skip the small talk, FF to 21:50

Links: 

All things mentioned QDMA: 

www.qdma.com

PLC:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLwcOsWeSoM&t=7s

Music by Tyler and the Tribe:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWvHyKAkN7c

 Today on the show, we talk to Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Texas Chairman Michael Panasci about sportsmen and the threats surrounding Texas and our nation.  We're coming to you live from Tailwaters Fly Fishing Shop in Dallas, Tx where the Full Draw Film Tour is being hosted by BHA.

Links:

Backcountry Hunters & Anglers:

www.backcountryhunters.org

"One-Eyed Jack" Teaser:

https://vimeo.com/226001510

Music by Tyler and the Tribe:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWvHyKAkN7c

You don't wanna miss this one! Tons of great info per Zach Ferenbaugh and his public land crew in Iowa.  Lots of laughs go down when two long-haired hippies and a 'hawked up rockstar get to talking big bucks. Beds, river crossings, transition, mature buck habits, trail camera thoughts, and summer scouting are just the beginning of what we discuss.

Links:

Zach Ferenbaugh Public Land Bucks:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nv6KZxB7uiY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0gMu4lkWByU

FDFT "One-Eyed Jack" Teaser:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4NrR8ICzJU

Music by Tyler and the Tribe:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9BKvFjusLNs

In today's episode, we pick the brain of Dr. Randy DeYoung, a professor at Texas A&M University at Kingsville and a wildlife researcher specializing in Molecular Ecology.  Randy has made and is making groundbreaking discoveries in the deer world pertaining to genetics and adaptations.  

Links:

Videos:

"One-Eyed Jack" Teaser:

https://vimeo.com/226001510

"October Harvest":

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=20jfCetuX2E&list=PLJXLU57xVgX0GrH9T8Drbsg5Yb7UIYHjz

Music by Tyler and the Tribe:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9BKvFjusLNs

Today, we are a somewhat stressed out, a little “TICKED”, and a tad but discombobulated. The Rockies were good to us, but now it's time to get back to reality. The work grind and the whitetail grind, that’s what it's all about until opening day. Thinking about hunting mature bucks this fall has got us going crazy! We are wired up and can't wait to come to full draw on a trophy public land deer. Trail cameras, tree stands, and archery practice; There is still a ton to do and more we can learn, but the season is coming quick!

Tyler tells about his recent family vacay to Rocky Mountain National Park, and the stories of clear cool waters and countless wildlife is almost too much to “bear.” We dropped a TON of cool pics from our trout fishing escapades on Social media this week, so check them out!

Links:

Trout Tuesday

Wapiti Wednesday

Rocky Mountain National Park

The Element Website: 

theelementwild.com

Music:

Tyler and The Tribe

Today on the show, we discuss our recent trip to the incredible Black Canyon of the Gunnison. This is a place where the backcountry can leave you longing for more and also seeking refuge at the same time. There are no words to truly describe its beauty, nor can any photo accurately show its grandeur.

And oh yeah.... We hit the Salmonfly hatch. The dry fly action was AWESOME! This was the best fly fishing either of us have experienced. 

Our minds are on whitetail deer, so it didn't take us long to get to checking game cameras. Tyler has video of three big mature bucks that have us PUMPED for the season to get here! Our hit list is coming together quickly. We also talk about K.C.'s new trail running/hiking boots that he hopes will help him seal the deal on another big bull elk this fall. 

Links:

Lickey PLC:

https://youtu.be/xdng6NKGuIY

Black Canyon Blog Post:

https://www.theelementwild.com/single-post/2017/07/06/Black-Canyon-Bliss

Gunnison River Fly Shop:

http://www.gunnisonriverflyshop.com

Black Canyon National Park:

https://www.nps.gov/blca/index.htm

Music by Tyler and the Tribe:

https://www.youtube.com/user/TylerandtheTribe