Interviews With The Hunting Masters - Big game Hunting podcast

We talk various hunting stories and about the hunts donated to howl 

John and I talk about broadheads and how to choose whats best for you. Check out Johns youtube channel for broadhead reviews 

It's been a minute since Fred and I caught up 2018 to be exact. We talked about predators, achieving goals, archery among other things. Fred is a guy I lookup too and I feel has a great outlook on life in general makes you wanna be around him.     

Remi Warren and I discuss backcountry hunting, gear choices and the art of the stalk. Aside from being a very accomplished hunter Remi has a knack for sharing how he does things that is easily relatable. #remiwarren Remi Warren Podcast , Remi warren hunting 

Dustin and I discuss tag strategies across the west and ways to develop an outlook on what your yearly hunting can be. Check out Dustin at The Huntian- Content Worth Hunting For 

George Blitch and his popular podcast invited me on to talk about Hunting so I thought Id share with you 

Marlon Holden aka Graylight hunter and start off this episode with the idea we are gonna talk about his 2025 AZ OTC giant but then end up talking about AZ deer among other things in more depth.  

Trail Kreitzer is head of the research team at GO Hunt and he shares with us the ins and outs of both Colorado and Montana draw system. GO Hunt insider is an amazing tool and weather you have or would like to get it you can purchase it through HOWL get all the same tools plus a Howl membership all while helping protect hunting 

Creed Christinat and I talk about his giant coues buck he got 2025 and we also talk about what it takes to get a big buck like that . #huntaz #arizonacoues #huntingarizona #AZOTC

This is a podcast I did with Oregon Hunting and Fishing Podcast its a good listen check it out. 

Joe and I discuss The ins and outs of the New Mexico Elk Draw and we talk a little about my late-season elk hunt in NM. Lastly, we share an up comming program we are working on through Howl to give you another chance to get an awesome elk hunt while providing a whole lot of value for your membership stay tuned for that coming in the next couple of weeks as a Howl membership.  

James and I discuss bow set ups, tuning bowhunting in general and he shares with us a coues deer hunting story  check out James youtube here and IG here 

Me and Tim catch up. We talk about scoring rams, hunting in AZ, glassing, fitness we are all over the map. 

On November 25th a coalition of extreme anti-hunting advocates (Center for Biological Diversity, Sierra Club Grand Canyon Chapter, Mountain Lion Foundation, WildEarth Guardians, Lobos of the Southwest, and Wildlife for All) petitioned the Arizona Game and Fish Commission to ban the use of dogs to hunt mountain lions, bobcats, black bears, foxes, coyotes, raccoons, otters, beavers, coatis, ringtails, squirrels, and rabbits. Although the commission may be obligated to put the request on their agenda, they are not obligated to vote one way or the other on it. These extreme advocate groups have used similar tactics in other western states, beginning with efforts at the commission level that lay the groundwork for a public ballot initiative like we saw this year in Colorado Go to Howl For Wildlife to find out more and how to get involved 

Just shooting the shit with AJ Laquinta check him out on IG Instagram  

Adam and I speak about learning from the experiences we have. Adam shares some hairy stories with us about hunting in BC. 

Lane an I discuss backcountry hunting and he shares with us some tips about how to be more comfortable and translate that to success.  check out Lane here 

Arizona Prop 134 - Just my take   Balanced Decision-Making: By requiring voter approval from all 30 legislative districts, Prop 134 ensures that wildlife and conservation policies reflect the interests of both urban and rural communities across the state.   Protects Science-Based Management: This approach guards against policies driven solely by urban populations, supporting evidence-based wildlife management.   Prevents "Ballot Box Biology": It reduces the risk of policies shaped by public sentiment alone, promoting more informed and sustainable conservation. You will hear people say it's a double edged sword, but I don't believe this to be true. Lets think about it… First off hunting and fishing since my involvement in it politically never seeks to add policy via ballot initiative because our measures typically have merit so it will be sponsored by a senator etc or brought up through the legislature.   Secondly outdoorsman will have a much easier time collecting signatures about hunting, fishing or wildlife in general from a citizen in Wilcox than they would in downtown phx, Conversely it's a much harder road for the other side. Lastly I don't want to make this a partisan thing but if you want to think of it on the big stage.. the democratic party doesn't want this to pass at all because they use the ballot initiative process more than anyone and they know right now that their largest constituency resides in Maricopa and Pima county. Lets say they want to stop a rancher from raising cattle they know they have a much easier time collecting signatures and get support from people that are removed from the issue.   And that's exactly what this bill does it allows for a much more well balanced representation of the state on citizen initiated measures which is good for everyone!!!!!   Learn more here 

In this episode Charles Whitwam and I speak about our struggles this season and how the lack of practice and preparation effects outcome, we talk about my unfortunate by eye opening accident taking a broadhead to my right calf and most importantly we talk about saving hunting in AZ how we have an opportunity to solidify some protections against ballot box biology. 

Brian and I dicuss his new book and he shares a few stories with us about hunting a giant 200+ inch muley, Rosevelt elk, bear and blacktail deer. Check out Brian here 

Chris Muhlbeier, with TheArrowBuilder.com , specializes in outfitting hunters with affordable custom arrow builds. He's gone down the rabbit holes to develop a data driven approach to tailor each arrow to the hunters application.   We speak about arrow building philosophy in this episode I mention a few older podcast that are a must listen for arrow building here are the links.    https://interviewswiththemasters.podbean.com/e/broadheads-and-arrow-flight-testing-with-iron-will-bill/ https://interviewswiththemasters.podbean.com/e/high-foc-fast-and-furious-arrow-building/

Throwback Thursday Coues Deer with Shane Edgar

Artom is a long-time friend and one hell of a whitetail hunter. I will be hunting with him this October. We discuss hunting deer in Michigan, stand sites, locating bucks, where you want to sit vs wind and time of day, scouting techniques to help you score a big buck this season.    Article I mentioned Mapping Monster Bucks    Follow Artom here   Check out Artom's videos  Our Last episode Together 

Throwback --- Jason Matzinger shares with us one of the most amazing stories  Jason tells us about the time he had a guiding client die while hunting and shares with us some life lessons    find out more about Jason here    Download and Subscribe to Interviews With The Hunting Masters Big Game Hunting Podcast brought to you by Sneek Tec Sneak Boot Hunt Smarter and be deadly quite! on iTunes,  Podbean,    Player FM  or Sticher.  It's FREE!     Help keep this podcast free and give us review on Itunes and leave us a comment to let us know how we are doing !   www. Johnstallone.me https://www.instagram.com/johnstallone/  

Anthony And Joey Stop by 2 days after Anthony's Arizona Strip Archery Mule Deer hunt to tell me the story of how it all went down.  

Well we went all over the place on this one... not sure if we accomplished what I set out to with this one. But there are some takeaways so Im putting it up there.  

I'm here with Mr. Phoenix Shooting Bags himself, Anthony Stallone. He's prepping for an upcoming hunt that I'm unfortunately not attending, but he runs through his plans and what he's got on deck. Anthony drew a strip tag for archery hunting deer in AZ, which is pretty much the golden goose. Then, we dive into the Cliff Notes version of my latest bear hunt.   Some pretty scary stuff happened on the hunt, including a frantic call my wife made to Anthony, and I recap it all here. I drew a tag in San Carlos and talked about the process and the tribal guide service I used for hunting on the reservation. There was something really eerie about the area, and we were super far from civilization.   Although it was stressful and challenging at times, the hunt was also full of a lot of cool experiences. We wrap up our conversation with a little chat about my gripes with social media and keyboard warriors. It's always a few people who ruin it for everyone. I almost didn't post this episode because of the criticism I received but I realized that a lot gets lost in translation of a caption so maybe after a few people hear the story they will have a little more compassion for the situation. I felt terrible for my mistakes and is the main reason I put myself on blast when I posted about it. Either way I made the decision to share the episode. If you want an awesome bear recipe check out my latest blog post.  What's Inside:   Anthony's plans for an upcoming hunt A recap of my recent bear hunt in AZ Lessons learned from the hunt   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Short Description:   Mr. Phoenix Shooting Bags, Anthony Stallone, joins me here to talk about his upcoming hunting plans and recap my recent bear hunt. Some pretty scary stuff happened on the hunt, including a frantic call my wife made to Anthony. Although it was stressful and challenging at times, the hunt was also full of a lot of cool experiences.   Tags big game hunting, hunting tips, hunting guide, buck hunting, hunting stories, hunting advocacy, bear, bear hunting, archery, deer hunting

Talking Elk with the Western Huntsman with Jim Huntsman   Show Notes:   Jim Huntsman is the man behind the Western Huntsman Podcast. He's a lifelong Western hunter, and his passion for the outdoors has taken him across multiple states in pursuit of everything from screaming bull elk to cutthroat trout on a fly rod. Jim is also dedicated to protecting the future of hunting and defending it against the fanatical anti-hunting community.   Jim grew up in Utah and joined the US Marines as a rifleman. There, he spent time stationed in North Carolina and served in Kosovo, Africa, and the Iraq War. After the Marines, Jim moved to North Idaho, where he met his wife, Nicole. Together, they have two daughters and are raising them on a 26-acre homestead.   Concerned for the future of hunting, Jim began writing for the hunting industry in 2016. In 2018, The Western Huntsman was started as a platform to write and share ideas with the sportsman community. On Christmas Eve of 2019, Jim launched the first podcast episode of The Western Huntsman and named his podcast studio after that season's bull... The Broken Tines Studio.    Here, Jim talks about what his ideal hunting trip looks like, which includes staying cozy in an RV. We then get into a little about wolf hunting and trapping and what the price of wolf hides goes for these days. We also chat about how trapping and hunting wolves keeps the elk population healthy, Jim's go-to strategy for elk hunting, and more.     What's Inside:   Why Jim prefers to hunt out of an RV Wolf hunting and trapping and how it impacts elk hunting Jim's go-to elk hunting strategy   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Western Huntsman Podcast   Short Description: Jim Huntsman is the man behind the Western Huntsman Podcast. Here, Jim talks about what his ideal hunting trip looks like, which includes staying cozy in an RV. We also chat about how trapping and hunting wolves keeps the elk population healthy, Jim's go-to strategy for elk hunting, and more.  

Prepping for Elk Season with Martin Chagnovich   Show Notes:   Content creator Martin Chagnovich spends over a hundred days a year hunting and here, we chat about all things elk hunting. Last year, he spent an impressive 280 days doing some kind of hunting activity! Because he's spent so much time building up his skills in his younger years, Martin says things are really starting to snowball, and he's experiencing a ton of success.    Martin is part owner of Ollin, a company that specializes in adapters to up your optics game. Martin got in during the beginning stages of the business and helped with their launch. They're making a mark on the world of digiscoping, and Martin talks about their new Nexus system, which comes out in the fall. It fits on your tripod and has magnetic plates that allow you to customize your setup.   I pick Martin's brain on how he chooses hunting spots and locates bulls. He shares some tips for how to identify topography characteristics in aerial photos and zero in on a good location. We also talk about Martin's approach to going in on elk after picking a spot, bugling tactics, and more. What's Inside:   How Martin picks his hunting spots How to use maps to find good locations Martin's bugling tips   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Ollin Website Martin Chagnovich on Instagram   Short Description: Content creator Martin Chagnovich spends over a hundred days a year hunting and here, we chat about all things elk hunting. I pick Martin's brain on how he chooses hunting spots and locates bulls. He shares some tips for how to identify topography characteristics in aerial photos and zero in on a good location. We also talk about Martin's approach to going in on elk after picking a spot, bugling tactics, and more. Tags big game hunting, hunting tips, hunting guide, buck hunting, hunting stories, hunting advocacy, elk hunting, bulls, elk season, bugle

Artom is a long-time friend and one hell of a whitetail hunter. We discuss deer core areas, scouting techniques and  behavioral attributes that will help you score a big buck this season.  Artom also shares with us some great stories with some good take aways to learn from.    Article I mentioned Mapping Monster Bucks    Follow Artom here   Check out Artom's videos 

 Mule Deer Recap with Dustin Wittwer   Show Notes:   Dustin Wittwer is the host of the Finding Backcountry Podcast . Dustin's also quite the mule deer hunter and grew up chasing them around as a kid. On his podcast, Dustin's interviewed a ton of qualified hunters, which has helped him put together a roadmap for bettering his own hunting skills. Although he goes after a few elk, sheep, and moose tags, mule deer is Dustin's sweet spot.   Dustin shares how he approaches his whole mule deer season, starting from the beginning of the year. He looks forward to all the planning and scheming that goes into getting tags and scoring points, and maybe even likes it more than the actual hunting. Dustin starts planning early, and his advice is to identify exactly what you want to go after and try to stay as close to home as possible so you're able to really understand an area and revisit it.   We get into the best times to kill a high-country mule deer as well as the worst. Dustin also shares his approach to hunting out of state, reverse scouting tips, and a few ways hunters can think outside the box for a more successful hunt.  What's Inside: Dustin's approach to planning for mule deer season How Dustin plans and tackles out of state hunts Reverse scouting tips and tricks   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Dustin Wittwer on Instagram Finding Backcountry Podcast   Short Description: Dustin Wittwer is the host of the Finding Backcountry Podcast .. Dustin's also quite the mule deer hunter and here, he shares how he approaches his whole mule deer season. We also get into his approach to hunting out of state, reverse scouting tips, and a few ways hunters can think outside the box for a more successful hunt. 

Here, I sit down with Charles Whitwam, President of Howl for Wildlife, and we get into all of the latest happenings in the world of hunting advocacy. We kick things off by talking about a giveaway exclusively for Howl members. We're giving away a fishing trip in Louisiana, offshore and inshore, with the MeatEater crew. If your membership is current as of August 10th, you're automatically entered.    Charles and I talk about some of the ways the hunting industry shoots ourselves in the foot. With Howl, we don't want to alienate anyone, and we partner with a ton of organizations, even if they're competitors of each other. We're all in this together, and it's our philosophy to link up and become a stronger force. As long as you're portraying hunting in a positive light, we want to work with you.    There's so much bashing within the community, especially around big names and influencers, that it takes away from all the good that's happening. Charles and I talk about Howl's mission and how we want to get more people involved. We also chat about some of the anti-hunting legislation that's bubbling up and what you can do to make a difference. What's Inside:   Details on our latest giveaway How the hunting industry shoots itself in the foot Howl's mission and how we're getting more people involved   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/   Short Description: I sat down with Charles Whitwam, President of Howl for Wildlife, and we got into all of the latest happenings in the world of hunting advocacy. We talk about a giveaway exclusively for Howl members, some of the anti-hunting legislation that's bubbling up, and what you can do to make a difference. Tags big game hunting, hunting tips, hunting guide, buck hunting, hunting stories, hunting advocacy, anti-hunting, hunting laws  

Throwback episode with Remi Warren 

OTC Tag Changes in Colorado with Henry Ferguson   Show Notes:   Henry Ferguson is a longtime friend of mine and the President of the Colorado Bowhunters Association (CBA). Colorado Parks and Wildlife recently pushed for changes to the OTC tag system, and Henry and I break things down. Archery and bowhunting have become super popular, and there's a lot of folks out in the woods right now. In a way, we're victims of our own success.   Along with the CBA, Henry was pretty involved in the recent OTC rule changes. Here, we take a look at some of the pros and cons of the program changes and what it all means for the hunting community. Henry outlines the three options that were laid out on the table, and staying status quo wasn't going to fly. According to him, they went with the lesser of two evils.   Henry shares what he believes are the benefits of the changes, many of which he says are yet to be seen. I play a bit of a devil's advocate in our conversation and point out some of the potential pitfalls. Henry also shares some of the cons of the new rules and we talk about the future of hunting in Colorado and other states.  What's Inside:   Changes to the OTC system in Colorado Pros and cons of the changes What the future of hunting could look like in Colorado and other states   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Colorado Bowhunters Association   Short Description: Henry Ferguson is a longtime friend of mine and the President of the Colorado Bowhunters Association (CBA). Along with the CBA, Henry was pretty involved in the recent OTC tag changes. Here, we take a look at some of the pros and cons of the updates and what it all means for the hunting community.   Tags big game hunting, hunting tips, hunting guide, buck hunting, hunting stories, hunting advocacy, tags, OTC, Colorado, bowhunters, bow hunting

This is a throwback when we had Eddie Willi on to talk about deer hunting in AZ 

Did a quick podcast with Brad Alan while I was on the road, Brad travels to hunt all over and has a different perspective on hunting that I feel is valuable to find success. 

Hunting Success in Every State with Chris Neville   Show Notes:   Chris Neville got his start in the hunting industry working for GOHUNT, where he spent six years after joining right out of college. He recently moved out to Fort Collins, Colorado, and he's now out on his own doing freelance and consulting work for companies in the hunting space. Chris grew up in Iowa hunting whitetail and as a former eastern hunter, he's now getting acclimated to how you do things out west.    Chris and I talk about planning hunts in other states where things are unfamiliar. It definitely takes a certain skill set to find success in every state and knowledge is power. You also have to know the state's rules and regulations and doing as much research as possible gives you a leg up. Chris shares the most important information hunters should retain and we chat about using GOHUNT's features as helpful tools.   We chat about the differences in scouting in the east compared to the west and how to find the best tag opportunities. The process of getting tags is becoming tougher, but figuring out what you want to get out of a hunt is the best first step. Chris shares his process for picking an ideal hunting spot, some tips and tricks to use GOHUNT to your advantage, and his go-to tools to use while out in the field. What's Inside:   What you need to know to have a successful hunt in other states How Chris chooses an ideal hunting spot GOHUNT tips and tricks   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Chris Neville on Instagram GOHUNT Website GOHUNT on YouTube   Short Description: Chris Neville is a hunting industry freelancer and consultant who spent six years working at GOHUNT. Here, Chris shares tips on how to find success on your hunts in other states. Chris shares his process for picking an ideal hunting spot, some tips and tricks to use GOHUNT to your advantage, his go-to tools to use while out in the field, and more.   Tags big game hunting, hunting tips, hunting guide, buck hunting, hunting stories, hunting advocacy, GOHUNT, hunting strategy, elk hunting

Expert Bullet and Rifle Tips with John McAdams   Show Notes:   John McAdams is the host of the Big Game Hunting Podcast and he's here to share some stories and his wealth of hunting knowledge. John grew up in East Texas and joined the Army right out of high school, which then took him all over the country. He gained a ton of hunting experience in the different states where he's lived, and he also caught the bug to go hunting in Africa.    On John's podcast, you'll hear a lot about his trips to Africa as well as his perspectives on hunting across the U.S. He also covers cartridge profiles, comparisons and bullet performance. We kick our conversation off with a discussion on the best bullets and cartridges to use and we talk about a client I took out hunting and discussed in a past episode. We also talk about shot placement and how different animals handle getting taken down.   John and I chat about long range shooting, the difference in expansion and how that can impact your results. For hunters on a budget, John shares his recommendation for the one cartridge and rifle you should have in your collection. We also talk about how to choose the right bullets and projectiles and your best options for shooting in windy conditions. What's Inside:   A discussion on long range shooting and expansion John's top rifle and cartridge recommendations How to choose the right bullets and projectiles   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ The Big Game Hunting Podcast   Short Description: John McAdams is the host of the Big Game Hunting Podcast and he's here to share some stories and his wealth of hunting knowledge. John and I chat about long range shooting and his recommendation for the one cartridge and rifle you should have in your collection. We also talk about how to choose the right bullets and projectiles and your best options for shooting in windy conditions.   Tags big game hunting, hunting tips, hunting guide, buck hunting, hunting stories, hunting advocacy, bullets, cartridges, shot placement, rifles, rifle hunting, ballistics

Me and Hunter discus AZ deer hunts, changes, bonus points, some tactics and all around overview check out hunters IG Hunter Weems (@arizonacustomhunts) • Instagram photos and videos 

Ben Gifford of AZ Archery Club and I sit down and discuss bow tuning, arrow building and hunting 

Secrets to a Solid Elk Hunt with Sam Davis   Show Notes:   Sam Davis grew up in Wyoming, spending a ton of time outdoors and his dad was an outfitter. He's been bow hunting since he was 15 out West, shooting everything from mule deer to elk. Sam's a DIY hunting guy and goes for over the counter tags. He's also been a guide for 23 seasons. Growing up, Sam didn't realize how much being around animals shaped his hunting career, but looking back, he's seen a ton of stuff that many guys won't.    I pick Sam's brain about elk hunting, and we kick things off by talking about the best ways to narrow down hunting areas. We talk about why you shouldn't be afraid to communicate with other hunters to pick up good tips and the top terrain features to look for when you're scouting elk. Sam likes to work with drainages, open pockets where elk feed, and areas where they can bed, and he walks through his techniques.   Then we get into Sam's ideal day of elk hunting. He's an aggressive hunter, and he likes to move towards elk immediately after spotting them. Sam also shares what he's learned from past hunts, how he handles hearing an elk while he's glassing, and a story where he had an a-ha moment that changed the way he hunts. What's Inside:   The best ways to narrow down hunting areas Top features to look for when you're tracking down elk Sam's ideal day of elk hunting   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Short Description: Sam Davis grew up in Wyoming, started bow hunting at 15, and has been a guide for 23 seasons. I pick Sam's brain about all things elk hunting, including the best ways to pick hunting areas and what an ideal day of hunting looks like. Sam also shares what he's learned from past hunts, how he handles hearing an elk while he's glassing, and a story where he had an a-ha moment that changed the way he hunts. Tags big game hunting, hunting tips, hunting guide, buck hunting, hunting stories, hunting advocacy, bow hunting, elk hunting, scouting, glassing, terrain

Tales from the Bow Hunt with Trevor Thompson   Show Notes:   Los Angeles native Trevor Thompson didn't grow up hunting, but you'd never know that today. He tried his hand at art school before joining the Navy and being a member of the Seal teams for nine years. After getting out, Trevor did a little bit of contracting before working for Black Rifle Coffee and now he works for Protekt Products, a veteran-owned supplement company.    Before he started working at Black Rifle, Trevor got introduced to bow hunting on a black bear hunt and was immediately hooked. He hasn't gone a year without taking an animal since, and he mostly eats meat from his hunts at home. Trevor's getting ready to head up to Kodiak to guide for brown bears. We chat a bit about the nature of bear hunting, how it's changed, and how quota limits get set.    Trevor shares a story from a tough elk hunt he had last year on the west coast of Oregon. He had his mind set on using only a self bow, but things didn't turn out quite as expected. We trade a couple other stories from past bow hunts and mind-boggling shots, and Trevor shares the story of how he got his first animal with a longbow in Maui.    If you're a Howl for Wildlife member, you'll get a discount on Protekt supplements. Check out their website below. What's Inside:   How Trevor got into hunting A story from one of Trevor's toughest elk hunts How Trevor got his first deer with a longbow in Maui   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Protekt Products Trevor Thompson on Instagram Short Description: Los Angeles native Trevor Thompson didn't grow up hunting, but you'd never know that today. He's a whiz with a bow and we get into some great stories from past hunts. Trevor also shares all about his background, lessons learned from a tough elk hunt, and how he got his first animal with a longbow in Maui.    Tags big game hunting, hunting tips, hunting guide, buck hunting, hunting stories, hunting advocacy, elk hunting, bear hunting, bow hunting, self bow, 

Catching Elk Fever with Ty Stubblefield   Show Notes:   From being a part of Born and Raised Outdoors to becoming the Executive Director of the Montana Wild Sheep Foundation, Ty Stubblefield has spent the last 25 years in hunting and conservation. Here, I pick Ty's brain on elk hunting and he shares some stories from out in the wild. Ty started elk hunting when he was in high school without any mentorship, but after graduating, he joined up with a hunter at the sawmill, where he sharpened his skills.    Ty started out rifle hunting, but his mentor introduced him to bow hunting. Because his early hunting career was a struggle, Ty's mission now is to help hunters learn as much as possible. Ty shares some of the biggest lessons he's learned along the way and how he shot his first elk with a bow. You have to have a killer instinct and he says that's the only way to be successful. Some people don't have it, but it can be learned with consistency and practice.   Ty and I talk about his go-to approach for choosing an elk hunting area, his top criteria for picking a spot, and what he does once he gets there. We discuss how predation impacts where you hunt and how to draw the right tags. We also get into tips for creating opportunities in high pressure areas, Ty's top elk calls, and some of his best hunting stories.  What's Inside:   Ty's background and stories from his early hunting days How Ty chooses a good elk hunting spot Tips for creating opportunities in high pressure areas   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Short Description: From being a part of Born and Raised Outdoors to becoming the Executive Director of the Montana Wild Sheep Foundation, Ty Stubblefield has spent the last 25 years in hunting and conservation. Ty and I talk about his go-to approach for choosing an elk hunting area, how predation impacts where you hunt, and how to draw the right tags. We also get into tips for creating opportunities in high pressure areas, Ty's top elk calls, and some of his best hunting stories.  Tags big game hunting, hunting tips, hunting guide, buck hunting, hunting stories, hunting advocacy, elk hunting, conservation, bow hunting, rifle hunting, elk calls, predation

Hunting Gets Political with Baker Leavitt   Show Notes:   Baker Leavitt is a Broker of Expertise and the Director of Strategic Relations over at Black Rifle Coffee Company. In the 2000s, he made a fortune in real estate, but when the economy crashed, he lost everything. From there, he went to NYU to learn Arabic, and he started the drink company Kill Cliff, which he sold in the late 2010s. He then started up a consulting company called Digital Mongoose, and today he invests with several top companies.   We kick off our conversation by discussing a recent incident in Wyoming where someone got fined for torturing a wolf. Most of the hunting community, including Howl for Wildlife, was appalled and it's our goal to see some better legislation passed. Shockingly, some people are against the person being punished, and we share our thoughts.   Baker and I talk about his fishing trips, one of which was with Donald Trump Jr.! Every year, Baker shoots one elk, and he shares his experiences hunting in Utah and Colorado. He lives in Florida, but he also has a farm in Georgia where he hunts whitetail. Baker loves turkey hunting, too. We talk about some of the political stuff Baker's involved in, and we wrap things up with Baker sharing a story about an elk hunt on horseback in Idaho.   What's Inside:   Our thoughts on the recent wolf incident in Wyoming All about Baker's background and some of the political stuff he's into A story from Baker's elk hunt on horseback in Idaho   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Baker Leavitt on LinkedIn Short Description: Baker Leavitt is a powerhouse entrepreneur and investor, and he joins me to chat about hunting, politics, and more. We discuss the recent wolf incident in Wyoming and all the places Baker likes to hunt and fish. We also talk about some of the political stuff Baker's involved in and we wrap things up with Baker sharing a story about an elk hunt on horseback in Idaho. Tags big game hunting, hunting tips, hunting guide, buck hunting, hunting stories, hunting advocacy, anti-hunting, elk hunting, fishing, politics, hunting legislation

Elk Hunting Update with Ryan Carter   Show Notes:   Ryan Carter stopped by to chat with me at the recent Hunt Expo. Ryan and I go back a long time, and it's been a while since we last caught up. Ryan's an elk outfitter in south Utah and heads up DC outfitters. We kick things off by talking about what's been going on with Howl, which has been taking off like wildfire. I briefly touch on NGOs and the mistrust that sometimes happens with donations.    Next, we get into elk hunting. The last time we spoke, Ryan talked about how he does things differently when he locates bulls, especially around camera usage. Here, he shares how his techniques have changed and his current go-to plan of action. We also talk about how much confidence comes into play, and Ryan shares a story of how he and a client took down a couple of bulls.   I asked Ryan about his bull targeting approach, and he shared all the details. We also talk about client expectations in outfitting versus what's actually possible, how Ryan keeps track of bulls once the rut starts, and why the amount of effort you put into hunting directly impacts your level of success. What's Inside:   The importance of confidence in your hunting game Ryan's go-to bull targeting techniques How Ryan tracks bulls once the rut starts   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Ryan Carter on Instagram   Short Description:   Ryan Carter is an elk outfitter in south Utah and heads up DC outfitters. It's been a while since we last caught up and here, we chat about how his techniques have changed since then. We also talk about setting client expectations in outfitting, how Ryan keeps track of bulls once the rut starts, and why the amount of effort you put into hunting directly impacts your level of success.   Tags big game hunting, hunting tips, hunting guide, buck hunting, hunting stories, hunting advocacy, elk hunting, rut, bulls

Muleys with Marc Smith and Jeremy Dugger Show Notes:   Marc Smith,  and Jeremy Dugger (AKA Muley Mojo) joined me at the Hunt Expo. We enjoyed the show and got to catch up on a bunch of good stuff. Marc moved out into the Four Corners area of New Mexico back in ‘94/'95 for his job, and he met Jeremy, who was working at the local archery shop. They immediately hit it off, and they've been a dynamic duo ever since.    Marc and Jeremy share some stories from their hunts, and we kick off with a good one that shows how they split responsibilities between Jeremy's scouting and game eye and Marc's magnetic mule deer aura. We talk about whether or not game eye is a God-given gift or if it's something that can be developed with practice. The guys also share how their seamless teamwork helps them bring down big bucks.   Jeremy gives some of his best scouting tips, why he's a fan of tracking over glassing, and some of the tools he uses to get the job done. We chat about why getting up in scoring takes away from what hunting's all about, how we feel about having to fill every tag we get, and Jeremy and Marc's epic “shining beams” story.  What's Inside:   Stories from Jeremy and Marc's hunts Jeremy's scouting and tracking tips Perspectives on having to fill every tag you get   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Marc Smith on Instagram Jeremy Dugger on Instagram Short Description: Marc Smith, the Muley Slayer and Jeremy Dugger (AKA Muley Mojo) joined me at the Hunt Expo. Marc and Jeremy share some stories from their hunts, and Jeremy gives some of his best scouting tips. We chat about why getting up in scoring takes away from what hunting's all about, how we feel about having to fill every tag we get, and Jeremy and Marc's epic “shining beams” story.  Tags big game hunting, hunting tips, hunting guide, buck hunting, hunting stories, hunting advocacy, mule deer, mule deer hunting, bow hunting, tracking, glassing, scouting

Making Strides in Advocacy and Conservation with Jana Waller and John Bair Show Notes:   I got to hang out with the dynamic duo, Jana Waller and John Bair, at the recent Western Hunting & Conservation Expo in Utah. Both of them are power players when it comes to hunting advocacy efforts, and I'm so thankful I got to chat with them. Jana has been in the hunting industry for 14 years but has been a hunter her whole life. She's got 30+ years of big game hunting experience and started out hunting with her dad in Wisconsin.    John is also known as “John the Auctioneer,” and he's one of the most successful conservation auctioneers in the nation. He served as Chairman of the Board on the Wildlife Board in Utah and has over two and a half decades of serving and volunteering experience in conservation throughout the state. John's family has been in the Colorado ranching business for over 100 years, and he grew up an avid predator hunter.   John and Jana have done a ton to help us out at Howl for Wildlife, and together, they belong to 15 different conservation organizations. Hunting advocacy doesn't work unless hunters are active, and here, we talk about some of the current efforts that are making a difference. We also talk about reaching and educating non-hunters, fundraising wins and challenges, and more.   What's Inside:   How to get involved in hunting advocacy efforts Reaching and educating non-hunters Why it's important to portray hunting respectfully   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/   Short Description: I got to hang out with the dynamic duo, Jana Waller and John Bair, at the recent Western Hunting & Conservation Expo in Utah. Both of them are power players when it comes to hunting advocacy efforts and have done a lot for Howl for Wildlife. Here, we talk about some of the current efforts that are making a difference, reaching and educating non-hunters, fundraising wins and challenges, and more. Tags big game hunting, hunting tips, hunting guide, buck hunting, hunting stories, hunting advocacy, hunting legislation, education, non-hunters, howl for wildlife, fundraising

A Chat with the Dialed In Hunter, Josh Kirchner Show Notes:   Josh Kirchner runs Dialed In Hunter, a blog that not only documents his own journey and growth as a hunter but also provides gear reviews, tips/tactics for western hunting and encourages other hunters to chase and achieve their goals. He's a passionate bowhunter who has been hunting with his family since he was small.    For the last six years, Josh has been eating, sleeping, and breathing the hunting lifestyle. Josh also does freelance writing for various online editorials and print publications. He provides high quality photos with every article, which have been used by companies like First Lite, Exo Mountain Gear, Katadyn, and Dark Timber Coffee.    Josh shot a pretty good Coues deer recently, and here we recap some highlights from his hunt. I also share my own story about the buck I shot, and we talk about our ideal range to shoot from with a bow. We also talk about how having a family changes the way we hunt, breaking into the hunting industry, and the importance of observation and creating the right opportunities. What's Inside:   Highlights from Josh's Coues deer hunt How family life changes the way we hunt The importance of observation and creating opportunities   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Dialed In Hunter Blog Dialed In Hunter on Instagram   Short Description: Josh Kirchner runs Dialed In Hunter, a blog that not only documents his own journey and growth as a hunter, but provides gear reviews, tips/tactics for western hunting, and encourages other hunters to chase and achieve their goals. Here, recap a Coues deer hunt, talk about how having a family changes the way we hunt, and the importance of observation and creating the right opportunities. Tags big game hunting, hunting tips, hunting guide, buck hunting, hunting stories, hunting advocacy, dialed in hunter, observation, Coues deer hunting, bow hunting 

Why Your Activism Matters with Dan Gates Show Notes:   Dan Gates runs Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management (CRWM) as Executive Director. CRWM was formed back in 2017, and they do a lot of hunting lobbying, advocacy, and education as a 501(c). Their mission is to enhance, promote, and defend the North American model of wildlife conservation and responsible wildlife management. Dan is also the President of the Colorado Trappers and Predator Hunters Association and he's been working with us on some things for Howl for Wildlife.   Dan has intimate knowledge of wildlife issues and believes that if you're not sitting at the table, you're on the menu. Politics is part of wildlife conservation, but many hunters just want to hunt and not get involved. There are only a few people in the fight, and we've lost a lot of ground due to our current organizations not being organized properly.    Here, Dan and I talk about how CRWM is working to make significant changes and cast a wider net. There's a big disconnect in the hunting community when things come up that seemingly don't impact them directly. Dan shares his thoughts on how we can get people to connect the dots. We also discuss what Dan's doing to make key changes in the legislature, how the anti-hunting world tries to push their agenda, and more.   What's Inside:   Why you need to get involved in hunting and conservation activism How Dan's making key changes in legislature Why community education on conservation issues is critical   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Save the Hunt Colorado   Short Description: Dan Gates runs Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management (CRWM) as Executive Director. Here, Dan and I talk about how CRWM is working to make significant changes and cast a wider net in the advocacy world. We also discuss what Dan's doing to make key changes in the legislature, how the anti-hunting world tries to push their agenda, and more. Tags big game hunting, hunting tips, hunting guide, buck hunting, hunting stories, hunting advocacy, save the hunt Colorado, conservation, hunting legislation, CRWM

March Howl Cast Syndication  Join The Pack

Creating opportunities and how that translates into success even in Florida  Show Notes:   The Southern Collective is composed of consummate outdoorsmen whose roots stretch across the Deep South and who believe in Hunt Camp. They're bringing it back by hosting hunting camps across the South, creating relatable content for the southern outdoorsman, and by creating a Digital Hunt Camp for those times when we can't be in the great outdoors.   I recently had the opportunity to collaborate with the Southern Collective on a podcast episode where we cover all things Florida hunting. Florida can be described as the pinnacle of hard work, and we dive into tips and lessons learned. Hunting in Florida tops my list of toughest hunts, and a huge part of it is the bugs alone. We get into terrain challenges, hunting on public vs. private land, and more.   Creating opportunities is a big part of success in hunting, regardless of which state you're hunting in. I share my thoughts on how to make things happen, including finding your edge and tracking your progress.  We talk about how important confidence is and how it can make or break you, and we share some stories about what we've learned along the way.  What's Inside:   The challenges of hunting in Florida Lessons learned from previous Florida hunts Why confidence is key in your hunting game   Mentioned in this episode Days In The Wild Podcast Phoenix Shooting Bags save 20% with code johnstallone Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Southern Collective on Instagram The Southern Collective Hunting Podcast   Short Description: I recently had the opportunity to collaborate with the Southern Collective on a podcast episode where we cover all things Florida hunting. We get into terrain challenges, hunting on public vs. private land, and more. Our conversation also includes why you should always track your progress, how to create opportunities, and why confidence can make or break your hunting game.  Tags big game hunting, hunting tips, hunting guide, buck hunting, hunting stories, howl for wildlife, the southern collective, Florida hunting, confidence, deer hunting, bow hunting, rifle hunting