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The Guide Sessions episodes
- 10 - The Guide Grind with Ben Myhre of Wildlife West Inc.On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Ben Myhre @wildlifewestben of Wildlife West Inc. specializes in hunting mule deer on Catalina Island and Turkeys and pigs in Northern California. Ben is passionate about providing an entertaining and professional experience for his clients. We will learn about hunting mule deer on an island, advantages of technology, using patience, keys of preparation and scouting, pigs can attack and much more!Topics:Teamwork of the guidesImportance of being an entertainerGaining rapport with clientsImportance of good opticsHow be professionalBenefits involving familyShooting deer in the antlersConfidence in making quick decisionsTurkey hunting isn’t easyPigs are funResources:Instagram:@theguidesessions @wildlifewestbenWebsitewww.wildlifewestinc.com1 hr 42 min
- 9 - Rafting Rapids with Heather Kelly of Heather's Choice
On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Heather Kelly @heathertheresakelly who is the Founder of Heather’s Choice – Meals for Adventuring @heatherschoice. What people may not know is that Heather used to be a river guide in Alaska and Colorado. We will learn about the different river types people guide on, understanding the safety aspect of each river, learning when to go all in and when to back out, how to pull off a classic practical joke and much more!
Topics:
Healthy food for adventuring
Entrepreneurship
Benefit of having mentors
Guide skills transfer to real life
Building rapport quickly
Physical demand on the body
Keep guiding fun
Always be challenged
Simply just Care
Resources:
Instagram:
@theguidesessions @heatherschoice @heathertheresakelly @mountainarcheryfest
Facebook:
Heathers Choice
Mountain Archery Fest
Websites:
Heather’s Choice: www.heatherschoice.com
Mountain Archery Fest: www.mountainarcheryfest.com
Founder Speaker Series: https://founderspeakerseries.mykajabi.com/a/2147509670/6jLsa28L
59 min - 8 – Elk, Mules, and Coues with Toby Weaver of Antler Canyon OutfittersOn this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Toby Weaver of Antler Canyon Outfitters @antler_canyon_outfitters.llc which specializes in elk, cous deer, mule deer, and bears in Arizona and New Mexico. Toby is a glassing machine who consistently finds trophy animals for his clients. We will learn about learning from other outfitters, glassing strategies, patience in stalking, gear for the desert, cous/mule deer hunting, elk hunting and much more!Topics:Benefits of having reliable guides for scoutingGuiding archery on public landUsing radios to help your huntersFinding game at a distanceConfidence in shooting bow shots beyond 60 yardsThe art of patience when stalking animalsGear that stands up to the desertCatering the hunt for the clientElk calling strategiesResources:Instagram:@theguidesessions @antler_canyon_outfitters.llc @heathertheresakelly @mountainarcheryfestFacebook:Antler Canyon OutfittersWebsites:Antler Canyon Outfitters: www.antlercanyonoutfitters.comMountain Archery Fest: www.mountainarcheryfest.comFounder Speaker Series: https://founderspeakerseries.mykajabi.com/a/2147509670/6jLsa28L1 hr 5 min
- 7 - Guiding from New Mexico to Alaska with Austin Atkinson
On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Austin Atkinson @aaaoutdoors of Huntin’ Fool. In addition to being a hunt advisor, Austin takes time every fall to guide elk hunters in New Mexico and grizzlies and Dall sheep in Alaska. Over his years of guiding, he has acquired a wealth of experience and enjoys sharing them. Austin’s commitment to providing his clients with a memorable adventure is the foundation of what makes him such a great hunting guide. In this episode we will learn about what it takes to become a hunting guide in Alaska, how everything in Alaska seems to try and kill you, adapting the hunt to meet the clients need, fitness training, saving a hunter after falling in freezing water, and much more!
Topics:
Becoming a guide in Alaska
Balancing guiding and family
Hunting Grizzlies
Hunting Mt. Goats and Dall Sheep
Stresses of Sheep hunting
Hunting around Alaska residents
Importance of safety
Fitness for Alaska vs Western States
Dealing with Hyperthermia
Long Range Shots
Planning game recovery
Resources:
Instagram:
@theguidesessions @aaaoutdoors
Facebook:
Austin Atkinson
Website
www.aaaoutdoors.com
59 min - 6 - Guiding Whitetails with Steve Sherk of Sherks Guide ServiceOn this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Steve Sherk of @sherksguideservice. Steve specializes in finding big bucks in the big woods of Pennsylvania. On this episode we pull the curtain back and take a behind the scenes look at Steve’s approach to guiding. We learn about his passion for being a sponge for knowledge and constantly growing his knowledge of deer habits, taking a deeper look at trail cam data, know your safety comfort zone, building positive relationships with clients, problems with other public land hunters and much more!Topics:Writing leads to guide opportunitiesMaking the best of an opportunity to become a guideDifference between guiding and huntingMental stresses of guidingSuccessful guiding takes workTrial cam data evaluationAlways be learningManaging multiple huntersImportance of providing client experiencesSharing knowledgeResources:Instagram:@theguidesessions @sherksguideserviceFacebook:Sherk’s Guide ServiceWebsitewww.sherksguideservice.com1 hr 1 min
- 5 - Talking Turkey and Deer with Ray Smith
On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by one of Jim’s old friends Ray Smith. Ray has “retired” from guiding; however, he has spent many years guiding turkeys and whitetails from Pennsylvania to Texas. During the conversation, we will learn about the highs and lows of being a guide, importance of maintaining your gear, living in the moment and enjoying the adventure, living through a massive Texas brush fire and much more!
Topics:
Living the guide life
Networking with outfitters
Social media networking opportunities
Progression of new technology
Animals will always be wild
Pit falls of guiding
Dealing with/ preventing accidents
Connecting to the outdoors
Importance of focusing on the experience
Turkey hunting with dogs
Meeting the client’s needs
Gun maintenance
Kids sleeping on hunts
Brush fires
Prescribed burns
Resources:
Instagram:
@theguidesessions
1 hr 11 min - 4 - Lengendary Hunts with Sarah Turner of Triple Crown Outfitters
On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken of @theguidesessions is joined by Sarah Turner of Triple Crown Outfitters (TCO). TCO specializes in whitetail deer in Kentucky and Tennessee. They also help hunters fulfill their wild turkey grand slam win Florida, Kentucky, Texas, and New Mexico. Sarah is passionate about her job as a guide, educating kids and being a positive impact in the hunting community. Her approach of building relationships with her clients before, during and after the hunt to help them have a legendary experience is what sets her apart. We will learn about calling all species of turkeys, trail cam tactics, deer management goals, using patience, importance of staying positive and much more!
Topics:
Giving Back to the youth
Participating in a Guide Challenge
Multi – State hunting
Grand Slam Turkey Hunting
Managing Trophy Whitetail
Trail Cam scouting Tactics
Guiding all in all types of weather
Grooming properties for mature deer
Importance of staying positive
Early vs Late Season strategies
Aging Deer
Resources:
Instagram:
@theguidesessions @triple_crown_outfitters_
Facebook:
Triple Crown Outfitters
Website
www.tripecrownoutfitters.net
1 hr 31 min - 3 - Chasing Elk with Jonathan Bush of Grouse Mesa Outfitters PART TWOOn this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken is joined by Jonathan Bush of Grouse Mesa Outfitters in New Mexico. Jonathan is the man who took a chance on an unexperienced elk hunter from Pennsylvania and gave him the chance of a lifetime to be a guide. Jonathan’s tells us his journey from being a cowboy chasing cattle to starting his own elk hunting outfitter. We will learn about what he looks for in a guide, horse pack out tactics, and his theory of “nomad” elk. We also dive into some stories of hunters being scared of the dark, horse mishaps, and much more!Topics:Capitalizing on opportunitiesPrivate Land vs. Public Land Elk huntingRoles of a guideHorsemanshipPacking out elk with horses“Nomad” elkImportance of guide/client relationshipFitnessLessons learnedRicocheting bulletsElk hunting successResources:Instagram:@theguidesessionsWebsitewww.grousemesaoutfitters.com1 hr 7 min
- 2 - Chasing Elk with Jonathan Bush of Grouse Mesa Outfitters PART ONE
On this episode of The Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken is joined by Jonathan Bush of Grouse Mesa Outfitters in New Mexico. Jonathan is the man who took a chance on an unexperienced elk hunter from Pennsylvania and gave him the chance of a lifetime to be a guide. Jonathan’s tells us his journey from being a cowboy chasing cattle to starting his own elk hunting outfitter. We will learn about what he looks for in a guide, horse pack out tactics, and his theory of “nomad” elk. We also dive into some stories of hunters being scared of the dark, horse mishaps, and much more!
Topics:
Capitalizing on opportunities
Private Land vs. Public Land Elk hunting
Roles of a guide
Horsemanship
Packing out elk with horses
“Nomad” elk
Importance of guide/client relationship
Fitness
Lessons learned
Ricocheting bullets
Elk hunting success
Resources:
Instagram:
@theguidesessions
Website
www.grousemesaoutfitters.com
1 hr 13 min - 1 - Welcome to the Guide Sessions
Welcome to the Guide Sessions Podcast! In this episode I will be discussing how the Guide Sessions got started, who I am, the type of people I plan to have on, and what you can expect on future episodes. Also, you will learn how an unexperienced elk hunter from Pennsylvania started guiding elk in New Mexico. Additionally, you will hear some hunting stories and a few tips and tricks.
Instagram:
@theguidesessions
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1 hr 11 min
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Sharing the experience from the stories of adventure as told by the outdoor guides who lived them. Connecting and educating others so they can improve their own experiences.