The Hunt Backcountry Podcast
Backcountry hunters talking backcountry hunting. No advertisers or sponsors, no fluff, no BS. We discuss tactics, strategies, gear, hunt stories, and more — featuring a wide variety of guests, from industry experts to everyday listeners of the show. Your hosts, Steve & Mark, have decades of experience hunting the mountains for elk, deer, bear, antelope, sheep, mountain goats, moose, caribou, and more. While this podcast is 100% independent and free from advertising or sponsorship, it is brought to you by Exo Mtn Gear, which we own and operate. Exo’s mission is to build the best backcountry hunting pack systems available, provide the best service possible, and do it all right here in the USA. Learn more at: https://exomtngear.com/ Contact us at any time with your questions or feedback by emailing us: podcast@exomtngear.com. Or visit the searchable archive of all podcast episodes we have published over the past decade at: https://exomtngear.com/podcast. Thanks for listening! —Steve & Mark
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Episodes
Wednesday Apr 29, 2020
Wednesday Apr 29, 2020
Brass cases are a critical component of a loaded rifle cartridge, and understanding how to properly work with brass cases is a critical aspect of being a safe and successful reloader. In this episode, we discuss what every reloader should know about brass.
We answer the questions...
- "What is the difference between loading with new brass and previously-fired brass?"
- "Is it better to full-length size or 'neck size' brass before loading?"
- "When should I trim, chamfer, and deburr brass cases for loading?"
- "What is the best way to clean brass?"
- And more...
Did you miss Part 1 of our reloading series? Check out Episode 213.
Learn more about how to get started hand loading from RCBS at www.rcbs.com/handloading-basics.html.
Have questions for future episodes? Please send them to podcast@exomtngear.com
Tuesday Apr 28, 2020
Tuesday Apr 28, 2020
How do you find reliable water sources using maps or Google Earth? How do you make your own dehydrated meals for backpacking at home? How do I balance arrow speed, total arrow weight, and FOC (front-of-center) for my arrows? Will Exo offer more color or camo options on packs in the future?
Connect with us and let us know what you want to discuss on future TSS episodes by emailing podcast@exomtngear.com.
What does "TSS" stand for? The Supplemental Show? The Shutdown Show? The Stopgap Show? We're not sure, but we will be using the TSS episode name for future episodes are NOT our "normal" episodes that focus 100% on backcountry hunting.
Monday Apr 27, 2020
Monday Apr 27, 2020
How do you balance hunting for meat (filling tags) vs hunting for adventure, even if adventure means you have a lower chance at filling your tag? We talk about that question, and answer more gear questions in today's episode...
Connect with us and let us know what you want to discuss on future TSS episodes by emailing podcast@exomtngear.com.
What does "TSS" stand for? The Supplemental Show? The Shutdown Show? The Stopgap Show? We're not sure, but we will be using the TSS episode name for future episodes are NOT our "normal" episodes that focus 100% on backcountry hunting.
Friday Apr 24, 2020
Friday Apr 24, 2020
We discuss Mark's rifle build, which is detailed in a recent article here: https://exomtngear.com/tikka
SAVE $100 on the Altitude Stock from Mesa Precision with the code "MESA100" at MesaPrecisionArms.com
We also chat about finding a hunting partner, hunting solo, and Exo bag design details.
Hunting Solo?... https://exomtngear.com/blogs/article/solo-hunting-in-the-backcountry
Finding a partner?... https://exomtngear.com/blogs/article/how-to-choose-a-hunting-partner
Connect with us and let us know what you want to discuss on future TSS episodes by emailing podcast@exomtngear.com.
What does "TSS" stand for? The Supplemental Show? The Shutdown Show? The Stopgap Show? We're not sure, but we will be using the TSS episode name for future episodes are NOT our "normal" episodes that focus 100% on backcountry hunting.
Thursday Apr 23, 2020
Thursday Apr 23, 2020
Steve & Mark answer listener questions on securely storing gear at the trailhead, what socks we use and recommend, what to look for or consider in tent stakes, and more...
Connect with us and let us know what you want to discuss on future TSS episodes by emailing podcast@exomtngear.com.
What does "TSS" stand for? The Supplemental Show? The Shutdown Show? The Stopgap Show? We're not sure, but we will be using the TSS episode name for future episodes are NOT our "normal" episodes that focus 100% on backcountry hunting.
Wednesday Apr 22, 2020
Wednesday Apr 22, 2020
We met our guest, Rafe, on Kodiak Island this past fall. Rafe has extensive experience hunting, guiding, and fishing in Alaska for species that include Sitka Blacktail Deer, Kodiak brown bears, mountain goats, and sheep.
In this show, we chat with Rafe about his experience as a guide and what lessons he has learned in the field that can help us as hunters. We cover everything from mindset, to shooting, to gear, and much more. With a tremendous amount of time in the field, Rafe has a lot to share. And he'll also tell you some things he has done that you should never do — such as stealing deer meat away from a brown bear.
If you're interested in our experience hunting and fishing on Kodiak Island, check out episodes 201 and 202 of this podcast. And contact Foxtail Lodge about future opportunities: http://FoxtailLodge.com
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
Tuesday Apr 21, 2020
Steve & Mark answer two important listener questions from new elk hunters... How do I get a tag? And how do I pick a spot and find elk?
Elk Tag Strategy — https://exomtngear.com/elktags
Online Elk Course (Use "EXO20" to save $20) — https://elk101.com/onlinecourse
Connect with us and let us know what you want to discuss on future TSS episodes by emailing podcast@exomtngear.com.
What does "TSS" stand for? The Supplemental Show? The Shutdown Show? The Stopgap Show? We're not sure, but we will be using the TSS episode name for future episodes are NOT our "normal" episodes that focus 100% on backcountry hunting.
Monday Apr 20, 2020
Monday Apr 20, 2020
Steve & Mark answer listener questions on gear and also discuss why gear isn't everything.
Connect with us and let us know what you want to discuss on future TSS episodes by emailing podcast@exomtngear.com.
What does "TSS" stand for? The Supplemental Show? The Shutdown Show? The Stopgap Show? We're not sure, but we will be using the TSS episode name for future episodes are NOT our "normal" episodes that focus 100% on backcountry hunting.
Friday Apr 17, 2020
Friday Apr 17, 2020
Steve and Mark answer your questions on their preferred method of bow tuning (paper tuning, french tuning, broadhead tuning, etc), what are the pros/cons of hunting with a handheld release compared to a wrist strap release, how to make the most of limited hunting time, and more...
Connect with us and let us know what you want to discuss on future TSS episodes by emailing podcast@exomtngear.com.
What does "TSS" stand for? The Supplemental Show? The Shutdown Show? The Stopgap Show? We're not sure, but we will be using the TSS episode name for future episodes are NOT our "normal" episodes that focus 100% on backcountry hunting.
Thursday Apr 16, 2020
Thursday Apr 16, 2020
Steve & Mark cover budget backpacking gear recommendations. Answer questions about having fires in the backcountry while bowhunting. And discuss how they track and analyze their hiking performance data.
Budget Gear List & Podcast: https://exomtngear.com/blogs/article/budget-backpacking-gear-for-your-next-hunt
Live Q&A TONIGHT (4/16/20 @ 7p Mtn) on the Born & Raised YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCubQp7PzYsUKV5K4J-f9mig/
Connect with us and let us know what you want to discuss on future TSS episodes by emailing podcast@exomtngear.com.
What does "TSS" stand for? The Supplemental Show? The Shutdown Show? The Stopgap Show? We're not sure, but we will be using the TSS episode name for future episodes are NOT our "normal" episodes that focus 100% on backcountry hunting.