The Mindful Hunter Podcast

I always enjoy talking with Trail—his honesty and unique way of sharing hunting experiences never fail to resonate with and inspire me. In this episode, we dive into the universal truth that everyone makes mistakes, but what truly matters is how we move forward and grow from them. From missing critical archery shots to navigating life as an introvert working at GoHunt, Trail shares meaningful insights and valuable lessons that we can all take to heart. This conversation covers a lot of ground and is packed with inspiration for hunters and anyone looking to grow from their challenges.

Trail Kreitzer

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Jay Nichol

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Are you curious about the Sig Zulu 6 Binoculars and their performance in the field? In this podcast, I share my experiences after three months of extensive use, including multiple hunts. Are these image-stabilizing binoculars truly a game-changer for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts?

0:00 – Intro

0:28 – Sig Sauer Storytime

4:25 – Testing Process

7:13 – The Pros

11:00 – The Cons

18:37 – Final Thoughts

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I provide a detailed and honest assessment of the Sig Zulu 6 Binoculars, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses based on real-world usage. Find out if these binoculars live up to the hype and are worth adding to your gear.

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Jake is one of my favorite people. What you see is what you get; he doesn’t pull punches, and you never have to wonder what he thinks on any given subject or individual. On this one, we rambled and chased several squirrels with no real agenda other than two dudes sitting down to catch up.

Jake Downs

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Jay Nichol

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One of the most challenging things about finding the right boot is that reviews are almost no help whatsoever. Our feet are so personal that it seems you can find just as many people who love a specific boot as hate it. At the end of the day, the only true way to find a boot that works for you is to try it on. However, I think I can help narrow down the selection and find boots that will fit your needs more effectively.

0:00 – Intro

6:07 – Boot selection framework

6:25 – Stiffness

10:40 – Materials

13:22 – Insulation

16:07 – Fit

20:00 – Testing process

27:12 – Example recommendations

28:13 – Other good online retailers

29:58 – Q&A

36:59 – Wrap-up

Jay Nichol

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I met these two guys at last year’s WSSBC Expo here in BC and was immediately impressed with their enthusiasm and sincerity for hunting. They have had a stellar season this year and I had them on to talk about how they got into hunting and what they’re doing to stcak up so many wins.

Borderland Hunting

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Jay Nichol

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Forged In The Backcountry

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This week’s episode is a Q&A focused on winter hunting gear.  I answered questions such as how to thaw your boots, the best hot tent combo, down vs. synthetic sleep systems and much more

Jay Nichol

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Want a chance to win the Frontiersmen Vulpes field dressing knife? Follow the simple steps below to enter our exclusive giveaway!

After years of using disposable hunting knives, I switched to fixed blades, and ever since I’ve been on the hunt for the ultimate field dressing knife. In this video, I put two of the best knives to the test: the Frontiersmen Vulpes and the Argali Sawtooth. I’ll break down what I liked and didn’t like about each knife, and in the end, you’ll find out which one came out on top as my favorite for field dressing big game.

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Want to WIN this bow? 🎯 Enter now by joining https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ before December 15, 2024, and you’ll be automatically entered into the giveaway to win the Prime RVX 34 Compound Bow!

In this video, I’m sharing my 10-month in-depth review of the Prime RVX 34 — a bow I’ve hunted with and tested on multiple trips, including a successful Vancouver Island black bear hunt 🏹. Unlike typical “first impression” bow shop reviews, I’ve spent months living with this bow in the field, putting it through real hunting conditions.

I’ll break down the Prime RVX 34’s performance across objective categories like speed, weight, grip, and build quality, as well as my subjective experience with tuning, hand feel, and overall stability. Whether you’re a seasoned archer or just starting out, I’ve made this review accessible to everyone.

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This week I sat down to record a solo Q&A episode. Touched on things like my biggest gear improvement this year, my hunt plans for next year and how the lessons learned this year changed my plans, and my thoughts on whether the hunting industry is over-saturated with influencers.

Jay Nichol

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I am going to do my best to document this year’s guiding season through the podcast. First up is a combo moose/elk hunt at Primitive Outfitting. I go over the first hunt of the season in this episode. I had two great hunters who busted their ass and we were able to kill a great elk.

Jay Nichol

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Forged In The Backcountry

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