A podcast hosted by William Phelps. A brand new hunter discussing the challenges and experiences he's had entering the world of hunting in his early 20s. E-Mail me with comments, questions, or concerns at ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Follow me on In
On this episode of A Hunters Journey, Will goes over his newfound and updated layering system. This system was built on trial and error over the course of the last 3 seasons, hunting from August until January. Thanks for Listening!Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQEmail: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey Will talks about the lawsuit filed by the state of Utah with the federal government claiming that the federal government cannot own land and that the BLM lands should be given back to the states. Thanks for listening!
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about a recent falling out he had with one of his hunting partners and some things to look out for when picking a hunting partner. Thanks for listening! Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about his first swan hunt and an interaction with a couple game wardens. Thanks for listening! Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will is back after a month and a half hiatus! He talks about wrapping up his big game season, his frustrations with game management, and the takeaways from this year. Thanks for listening! Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about his first September of archery elk hunting. Thanks for listening! Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will sits down with his brothers to discuss their plans for hunting this fall and what potentially new rifles/shotguns/handguns could be coming their way. Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about hunting videos and pictures on social media and how it can effect a new hunter's outlook on success. Will also goes in depth about what you should be doing when your hunt is only 2 weeks away. Thanks for listening! Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com
On this week's episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about his training regiment and how to plan out the food you're going to take on a backcountry hunt or on day hunts. Thanks for listening! Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks bout how to still be able to hut big game and get an elk tag or deer tag in Utah and California. Thanks for listening! Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will discusses the decision by Colorado Parks and Wildlife to eliminate Over The Counter (OTC) non-resident archery elk tags and how to e-scout for Elk and Mule Deer. Thanks for listening! Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about being a weekend warrior, how to utilize minimal time for hunting and fishing, and how important mental toughness is in everyday life and how it is arguably the most important aspect of hunting and fishing. Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about the gear he uses for catfishing and his experience with different baits. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about fishing etiquette and how to be respectful to other anglers while on the water. He also gives a couple examples of things not to do while fishing. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about taking gear out in the spring time and finding what needs to be replaced and what can still be used, setting up firearms and archery equipment for the upcoming season, and what to do to start getting in shape for fall hunting! Thanks for listening! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
In this episode, Will talks about fishing the "Ice-Off" season when there is still ice on the lake but the edges are open and the fish and hungry! Thanks for listening! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about application season and how to make the most out of the time between the end of winter and the beginning of spring. Thanks for listening! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
I am finally back from a almost year hiatus. I apologize for the long absence, life got in the way more than I wanted it to. Better and more episodes are to follow! Thanks for listening! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about the apps that he has used for Online Mapping and why he prefers one over the other. He also talks about some of the stigma behind E-Scouting and why it may not be as difficult or daunting as people make it seem. Thanks for listening! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will discusses how wildlife is governed in Utah and the public process behind it. He also talks about some of the recent changes the Wildlife and RAC boards made to hunting in Utah. Finally, he discusses why many people don't know about the RAC process and how you can get involved in your state. Thanks for listening! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
Happy 50th episode of A Hunter's Journey! Its been a lot of fun making all these episodes and thank you to everyone who listens! On this episode, Will talks about the new information he has on Utah's 10 year Elk plan and the new cougar law that goes into effect May 3rd! Thanks for listening ! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will discusses how to properly store your ammo for long term storage and when not using it at the range. Thanks for listening! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about his unorthodox storage system for all of his hunting gear. Check out Gear Review on YouTube. Thanks for listening! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
On this week's episode, Will goes into detail about what will be featured on the official A Hunter's Journey YouTube channel coming out this week! The first 2 videos will be uploaded on Wednesday so go check them out! Thanks for Listening! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjsTN4t-JFSMVCSgtq2amQ - No videos until Wednesday 4/12/2023 Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about spring turkey hunting, turkey calls, camo, and shotgun selection. This is a topic previously talked about, but the information here is important to improve from last year. Thanks for listening! Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will goes through everything that is needed to be able to apply for the Utah Big Game Hunts along with how the drawing is conducted and why bonus points and applying as a group could change your odds. Thanks for listening! Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will discusses and outlines a new bill that was passed in Utah that means the end of organized cougar hunting in Utah, along with giving trail cameras back to private land owners and further restricting the general public. The link to the bill itself is down below. Thanks for listening! H.B. 469 - https://le.utah.gov/~2023/bills/static/HB0469.html Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will is back after being sick for a week. He talks about his experience buying his first bow and getting ready to bow hunt in the fall. Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about Hunting Tag Application Services and why he likes to find application information himself. Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about his recent ice fishing trip targeting perch. He caught his biggest perch ever on that trip, so he decided to record an episode detailing exactly what he used and where he found good perch. Thanks for listening. Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
I know tis still the winter time, but I just recently started tying my own flies for fly fishing and thought you guys might find it interesting! If you have an questions comments or concerns, shoot a message on Instagram or shoot me an email! Thanks for listening! Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
I'm back! Sorry for the disappearance for the week! Life has a way of getting in the way of things. Nonetheless, I still have managed to crank out an episode this week talking about my perch fishing excursion from 2 weeks ago. I give some tips and tricks to find perch ice fishing if you've been having trouble locating fish! Thanks for listening! Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
On this week's episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about the finalization of Utah's new elk plan and his thoughts about the changes. Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
On this weeks episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will further discusses Ice Safety and takes a dive into the Ice Fishing Lures he uses to target cruising rainbow, tiger, and cutthroat trout along with his go to rig for fishing Perch through the ice. Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about the safety precautions to always take while ice fishing and what to do if you fall through the ice. Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99/
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about the basic necessities of ice fishing and what lures and depths to fish to find success. Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99/
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about his first duck hunt and how he got lucky enough to harvest a duck! More than likely though, it was his buddie's calling that did the trick!! Check out the website for updated articles! Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99/
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about some great holiday gift ideas for that outdoorsman or woman in your life! Will talks about prices ranging from $0 - $50, $50 - $150, and $150+. Check out the website at the link down below, there will be updates soon! And feel free to email or dm Will for anymore questions about some gifts you may have! Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99/
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about the updates coming to the podcast. Website: ahuntersjourneypodcast.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99/
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about his first Pheasant hunt and how he found success. (Hint: it was mostly luck!) Find more at ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99/
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will discusses the knives he uses in the field and everyday carry, along with some future knives he plans on getting. Go check out the website with the link below! Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99/
On this short episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will explains why you should be out fishing during the fall instead of listening to this podcast. What are you even still reading this for?? Go fish!! Website: ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99/
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will discusses Utah's new Elk management plan and why you should be concerned about it. The official website for A Hunter's journey is officially live and ready for you to check out! Check it out with the link in the show notes! Website: https://ahuntersjourney.com Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99/
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will has some updates regarding the website, and he has some details and tips regarding animal movements when a cold weather storm moves in. Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/reels/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99/
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about the future of this podcast and some pretty exciting news! Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99/
In this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about breaking away from family traditions in hunting, or to put it plainly, going somewhere your family hasn't hunted yet; trying to get away from the crowds; seeing big bulls and bucks on social media may not always be what it seems; and why Will started this podcast and what he is trying to bring to into the spotlight. Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99/
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will discusses his thoughts and insights about ethics while out hunting and while transporting harvested game back home. Email: ahuntersjounreypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99/
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will goes through the binoculars, spotting scopes, rifle scopes, and range finders that he has and also discusses trail cameras and how their use has impacted hunting in the last decade. Email: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99/
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about what round he chose as his preferred rifle round, what to consider when choosing a round, and why it is important to consider hunting ethics when making that choice. Email Will at: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99/
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about how to practice at the range before hunting season, how to sight in a rifle scope, and how to clean your guns after your range session. Email us: ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ Will's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99/
On this episode of A Hunter's Journey, Will talks about his camping setup and his cooking setup for any off the beaten path camping. If you have comments, questions, or concerns, email us at ahuntersjourneypodcast@gmail.com or find us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ahuntersjourneypodcast/ and find Will at https://www.instagram.com/will_phelps_99/