The Hunt Backcountry Podcast

MM 128 | Budget Rain Gear, Sharper Knives, Dry-Fire Practice

Steve & Mark talk about the criteria you should consider when selecting rain gear. They also discuss new gear they've tried recently for knife sharpening and dry-fire shooting practice.
Rain Gear Selection Criteria...
- Expected Exposure
- Required Durability
- Budget
- Activity Level
- Discretion — Noise & Color
- Packability — Weight & Bulk
Resources mentioned in this episode...
- Knive Giveaway: https://www.instagram.com/p/CanPez3PM2Q/
- WorkSharp Precision Adjust Elite: https://amzn.to/37ecxfL
- DFAT by DST Precision: http://www.dstprecision.net/
- Marmot Precip: https://amzn.to/3MyIyiO
- Outdoor Research Helium: https://amzn.to/3Mx9rDJ
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331 | A Portrait of the American Mountain Goat

"During three decades of field studies of North America's large mammals, the environmental and logistical challenges of none — not deer, elk, moose, pronghorn, bighorn sheep, or bears — compared with those I encountered learning about the mountain goat. The chasms and ramparts, the remoteness and weather are both physically and mentally taxing. Other field biologists have discovered the same, some under the harshest of conditions or across expanses of time."
This quote comes from the book, "Life on the Rocks: A Portrait of the American Mountain Goat," written by today's podcast guest, Bruce L. Smith.
Bruce has spent countless hours, days, weeks, and months studying mountain goats over his decades-long career. In today's episode, we speak with Bruce about the majestic mountain goat, to learn more about their history, habitat, behavior, and future conservation.
Read Mark's latest SEAK Adventure article: "On Hunting, Mountain Goats, Comfort & Complacency": https://exomtngear.com/blogs/article/on-hunting-mountain-goats-comfort-complacency
"Life on the Rocks" Book: https://amzn.to/3FVczpe
Bruce's Other Books: https://amzn.to/3hqFRkW
Bruce's Website: http://brucesmithwildlife.com/
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MM 127 | Exo Pro Staff, My First Time _____, Your Gear Questions

Steve & Mark recap show season, discuss Exo Mtn Gear's Pro Staff, talk about a new "I remember my first time..." series coming to the podcast, share a listener-submitted tip about water filtration, and answer listener gear questions about tents for Alaska, the best budget tripod head, and more...
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Kodiak Video, Part 1: https://youtu.be/PyKOWpAEX3g
- Kodiak Video, Part 2: https://youtu.be/ZkFJWVGTdbo (Releasing evening of 02/28/22)
- XLR Chassis: https://xlrindustries.com/products/element_4-0_magnesium_chassis
- Range Meal Bar: https://rangemealbar.com/
- Katadyn Backpacking Filter: https://amzn.to/35bCPyz
- Katadyn Basecamp Filter: https://amzn.to/3M9HNfx
- Sirui VA-5 Video Head: https://sandsarchery.com/collections/lightweight-tripods/products/sirui-va-5-video-head
- Wiser Precision Nighthawk Pan Head: https://sandsarchery.com/collections/lightweight-tripods/products/wiser-precision-ph-170-nighthawk-ultralight-pan-head
- Slik 624 Carbon Fiber Tripod: https://sandsarchery.com/collections/lightweight-tripods/products/slik-624-pro-cf-professional-carbon-fiber-tripod
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330 | Shane Wise of Wiser Precision

Shooter, hunter, entrepreneur, and all-around good dude, Shane Wise, joins us to talk about how he started hunting (it is pretty hilarious), as well as how he started his business, Wiser Precision (https://www.WiserPrecision.com/).
Although we have been using Wiser Precision's Quick-StiX system for a couple of years now, we didn't know the man behind the product. In this conversation, we learn more about Shane's background and business. We discuss hunting, shooting, glassing, entrepreneurship, and more...
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MM 126 | Listener Q&A from Steve’s Truck

Steve and Mark answer listener questions as they drive between the Hunt Expo and the Pacific Northwest Sportsmen's Show. Topics include the film of their recent Kodiak hunt, must-have rifle accessories, water filtration for basecamp hunts, holster options for brown bear country, and new insulation jackets that they have tested this past fall.
Resources mentioned in this show:
- K3 Cartridge Insert: https://exomtngear.com/products/k3-hipbelt-pouch-cartridge-insert
- Mark's Shooting Position Video: https://exomtngear.com/blogs/article/rifle-shooting-with-hunting-pack
- Short-Action Precision Two Round Holder: https://www.shortactionprecision.com/products/sap-two-round-holder
- Wiser Precision Quick-StiX: wiserprecision.com/collections/quick-stix-system
- Ivory Pack Holster: https://exomtngear.com/holster
- Razco Gear Holster: https://www.razcogear.com/online-store-1/Bino-Harness-Holster-Gen-2-p303565375
- Platypus GravityWorks: https://amzn.to/36aHG2V
- Katadyn Gravity BeFree: https://amzn.to/3JA5ZWB
- Outdoor Vitals NovaUL and Ventus: https://outdoorvitals.com/collections/new-jackets
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329 | Better Basecamp, Better Hunting

We are hunters that love to backpack deep into the backcountry, but there are times that a basecamp is an invaluable aspect of our hunts.
Most backcountry hunters invest a lot of time and effort to carefully plan every item that goes into their pack for backcountry hunts, but it isn’t as common for hunters to think critically about how they put together their basecamp. This podcast will help you consider how to plan and execute an effective basecamp for your next hunting adventure.
Our friend Josh Kuntz joins us to share the best basecamp lessons he has learned in many years of hunting and thoughtful analysis.
Basecamp Blog Article: https://exomtngear.com/basecamps
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MM 125 | Jake Roasts Us, Women’s Packs, Bivy Sacks, Softshells, and More…

Steve & Mark are joined by the show's co-co-host, Jakey-poo. They discuss women's pack systems, bivy sacks, softshells, show season, and plenty of reasons that Mark & Steve are getting old.
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328 | Skills, Mindset & Gear to Survive in the Wild

As modern hunters, we have access to all kinds of technology and gear that are beneficial. But what about the knowledge and skills needed to survive and thrive in the backcountry? What skills did our ancestors have that we lack?
We explore some of these topics with our guest, Joel van der Loon. Joel is a survival expert that has been featured on History Channel's series, Alone. He also teaches survival, hunting, and outdoor skills courses, which you can learn more about at: https://bushsurvivaltraining.com/
We also talk about the importance of mindset while solo in the wilderness. The best tools and strategies for starting fires in difficult conditions. And much more. Share your question for Joel's follow-up interview with us by emailing: podcast@exomtngear.com
Joel's Review of the K3 4800 Pack System: https://youtu.be/dNsKGZdyDx8
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MM 124 | Death Hike, Assessing Hunting Pressure, and More...

Steve & Mark think through the listener question: "How much pressure is too much hunting pressure?" They also answer a listener question about do-it-all shelters, and choosing between the K3 3200 and K3 4800 pack systems.
In addition to listener questions, they reveal the plans for the 2022 Death Hike in Alaska and where you can visit them and see Exo Mtn Gear this month.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Podcast with Dave: https://exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/268
- Hunt Expo: https://huntexpo.com/
- PNW Sportsmen's Show: https://www.thesportshows.com/shows/pacific-northwest/
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327 | Post Hunt: Solo Moose Adventure in Alaska

Dropped-off alone, deep in the remote Alaskan wilderness. A listener of the podcast, Jake, joins us today to share an amazing moose hunting adventure story. We hear about the unexpected way this hunt unfolded, the challenges of killing and caring for a moose while solo, and much more.
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