The Hunt Backcountry Podcast

286 | Staying Comfortable is Dangerous with Michael Easter

Backcountry hunting is a pursuit that goes against our "progressively sheltered, sterile, temperature-controlled, overfed, underchallenged, and safety-netted lives." Tune in to hear about the dangers of comfort, how hunting can be the antithesis to constant comfort, and what science says is wrong with our modern, comfortable, first-world lives. Our guest is Michael Easter, author of The Comfort Crisis.
Purchase The Comfort Crisis: https://amzn.to/3i67Mbd
Connect with Michael: https://eastermichael.com/
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MM 104 | NEW Podcast Archive (Plus, Bears & Binos)

New Podcast Archive! Easily find previous episodes of the show by visiting https://ExoMtnGear.com/podcast and browsing shows by category or searching by keyword.
We also announce the winners of the May giveaway, discuss the recent Exo Bear Camp, geek-out on optics, and much more...
Gear mentioned on this episode:
- https://sandsarchery.com/products/swarovski-10x42-el-range-ta-binocular
- https://www.zeiss.com/consumer-products/us/hunting/binoculars/victory-rf/victory-rf-10x42.html
- https://www.sigsauer.com/zulu9-15x56-mm-hdx.html
- https://www.sigsauer.com/zulu6-16x42-mm.html
- https://www.reallyrightstuff.com/Cinch-LR-Polymer-Molded
- https://www.firstlite.com/products/corrugate-foundry-pant
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285 | Unscripted with Brad Brooks of Argali Outdoors

Brad Brooks of Argali Outdoors joins us to chat about a 6-week Alaskan adventure he has planned for this coming fall, what's new from Argali Outdoors in 2021, and much more. Brad's upcoming hunt in Alaska will include Sitka Blacktail, Caribou, and Moose — all with his bow. Learn why he put this trip together, the logistical challenges he's facing, and much more.
Argali Outdoors: https://argalioutdoors.com/
Brad's Previous Episode: https://exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/058
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284 | A Scientific Study of Backcountry Hunting

What does the science say about the physical demands of backcountry hunting? Dr. Robert Coker has studied, analyzed, and published his findings on this question and related topics. Join this conversation with Dr. Coker to learn more about the research and how his findings can help you as a hunter.
"The Energy Requirements and Metabolic Benefits of Wilderness Hunting in Alaska" — https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6236107/
More of Dr. Coker's Published Research — https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=dksqDwIAAAAJ
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MM 103 | Sheep Surpise, Spring Bear, Solo Elk & More...

Steve and Mark share some good news — both about future hunts, as well as the future (and history) of the podcast. They also chat trough some listener questions about solo elk hunting, packing-out elk, camp strategies for backcountry hunts, and more.
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Resources Mentioned:
- Episode 176 | Solo Elk Hunting Success
- Episode 217 | Elk Hunting Camp Styles — Base, Spike, or Bivy
- https://www.rocketcitychiropractic.com/10-piriformis-stretches-to-get-rid-of-sciatica-hip-and-lower-back-pain
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283 | Looking Back and Moving Forward with Matt Starley

As hunters move forward with new equipment, technologies, opportunities, and challenges, it is helpful to look back. As we think about our hunting today, it is helpful to think about the hunting opportunities of tomorrow, and for the next generation. These ideas are just some of the underlying current to our conversation with our guest on this episode, Matt Starley of Rogue Wild Productions (https://www.instagram.com/roguewild/).
We talk about having 3-generations on the same hunt, the value of documenting hunts, Matt's transition to traditional archery, some of the challenges and changes in hunting opportunities, and much more.
Rogue Wild Film: https://youtu.be/r4YkTAlDrdI
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MM 102 | The Minivan of Hunting Apparel, How to Find Primers, and Bow Sight Follow-up

Steve & Mark answer listener-submitted questions about the role of softshell jackets (the "minivan of hunting apparel"), how to find primers and other reloading components or ammunition in the current market, and also discuss a few follow-up questions about bow sights after last week's Monday Minute episode on the topic.
The Reloading Discord: https://discord.com/invite/reloading (More info/instructions: https://www.rokslide.com/forums/threads/natchez-huge-primer-dump.200208/page-2)
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282 | Nick Sabo on Stalking Mule Deer, Shooting in the Wind, and Lessons from Old-Timers

Nick Sabo (https://www.instagram.com/nsabo380/) is a veteran, firefighter, and well-rounded hunter and shooter. We speak with Nick about a variety of topics, including what he learned from an old-time hunter in Alaska, how he hunts big Mule Deer bucks in the Dakotas, how he shoots effectively in the wind, and much more.
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MM 101 | Jake is Fired, Tent Stoves, Long-Distance Bow Sight Setup

We're back with a Monday Minute episode, including a bonus behind-the-scenes segment with Jake. We then dive into listener questions about tent stoves, shelter choices, bow sight setup, and more.
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Heather Kelly's Founder Speaker Series: https://founderspeakerseries.mykajabi.com/sales-page
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281 | Failure Before Success

From hunting turkeys in the South, to hunting big muleys in the Dakotas, to hunting the vast wilderness of Alaska, our guest on the latest Hunt Backcountry Podcast, David (https://www.instagram.com/mustache_memoirs/), has some stories and lessons to share. We love learning from everyday, hard-working hunters that have a variety of experiences to share. If you feel the same way, you'll love this episode!
In addition to some great hunting stories and gear chat, we talk about how failure is an important and necessary step towards true success. And much more!
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