Jordan's Tool Kit Radio

Send us a textThis episode is dedicated to digging all of your gear out and making sure it's ready to go for season. I have a bear hunt in Wyoming coming up later this week and have been double checking all of my tents, putting new batteries in everything I can find and making sure I have tools and gear ready for the mountains. In today's episode I run through my whole gear list for the hunt, what I make sure to have in my vehicles and what I've screwed up in the past. Also an update on my upcoming elk film with MeatEater and an update to Running Water Hunting. Visit Our Website - www.Jordan-Budd.comFollow me on social media @jordan.budd Book a Hunt Shop Amazon Store Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! You can also WATCH our hunting FILMS on CarbonTV and YouTube. Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: First Lite Clothing Sig Sauer Cross / Optics OnX Maps Reveal Trail Cameras Ollin Digiscoping | Use code JBUDD for 20% off + Free Shipping

Send us a textIn this episode I give an update on hunt availability through Running Water Hunting, discuss the latest releases from First Lite and tackle a few questions from instagram. Link to my mule deer video discussed for my most memorable hunt.Check out First Lite's new socks, Navigator and Approach hoodies.Gear discussed in Q&A;Sig Sauer Cross Argali Absorka 4p tent w/ half insert and titanium stoveSig Kilo 10k rangefinding binoculars and BDX appSony A7 cameras and lensesOllin digiscoping casesOnX Hunt MapsNew Crispi boot - Briksdal EFXVisit Our Website - www.Jordan-Budd.comFollow me on social media @jordan.budd Shop Amazon Store Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! You can also WATCH our hunting FILMS on CarbonTV and YouTube. Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: First Lite Clothing Sig Sauer Cross / Optics OnX Maps Reveal Trail Cameras Ollin Digiscoping | Use code JBUDD for 10% off + Free Shipping

Send us a textIn this episode we return to discuss what we've been up to since season ended. Jordan discusses her Nebraska elk hunt last year that will be airing on Meateater this fall. We also talk about the new sleeping bag that Argali just released. Lea's Sheep Hunt FilmArgali Sleeping BagVisit Our Website - www.Jordan-Budd.comFollow me on social media @jordan.budd Shop Amazon Store Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! You can also WATCH our hunting FILMS on CarbonTV and YouTube. Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: First Lite Clothing Sig Sauer Cross / Optics OnX Maps Reveal Trail Cameras Ollin Digiscoping | Use code JBUDD for 10% off + Free Shipping

Send us a textIn this episode Jordan gives an update on the season and runs through some of the gear items she uses all of the time that are on sale right now. Checkout the new Sig Sauer film, The Sandhills Black Friday Deals:First Lite | Furnace, Uncompahgre Foundry Jacket, 308 Line Pants, Cody glove, Alpine glovesFHF Gear | Rifle Sling and TAC MTN Rifle CaseTactacam Reveal Cell Cams | Reveal X/Pro Gen 2&3Outdoorsmans | Binocular AdapterLathrop and Sons | Non-Typical InsolesCrispi Boots | Briksdal Pro and Wild Rock PlusLacrosse | AeroHead Sport Boots GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! You can also WATCH our hunting FILMS on CarbonTV and YouTube. Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: First Lite Clothing Sig Sauer Cross / Optics OnX Maps Reveal Trail Cameras

Send us a textIn this episode we cover Lea's once in a lifetime Bighorn Sheep hunt in Idaho. We cover the trip day by day, the gear we used and Lea's back surgery after the hunt. We also touch on some other fall activities to be upcoming episodes.   GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! You can also WATCH our hunting FILMS on CarbonTV and YouTube. Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: First Lite Clothing Sig Sauer Cross / Optics OnX Maps Reveal Trail Cameras

Send us a Text Message.We're rebooting the podcast in this episode with an exciting hunt on the horizon. Lea drew a sheep tag! We're discussing the scouting we've done, her injury and the gear we're taking.  GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! You can also WATCH our hunting FILMS on CarbonTV and YouTube. Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: First Lite Clothing Sig Sauer Cross / Optics OnX Maps Reveal Trail Cameras

Wyoming deer and antelope application deadline is May 31. With the terrible 2022/2023 winter in the state, lots of discussion going around about whether to apply or not, so I talked with Jaden Bales about it. Great conversation and key things to think about when building points and putting your applications in! Commissioners Tag raffle in Wyoming - https://wyomingwildlife.org/dream-big/Hunt West - https://huntwest.net/ GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! WATCH this podcast on YouTube! > https://www.youtube.com/@jordan-budd You can also WATCH this podcast AND our hunting FILMS on CarbonTV. Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Drop us an audio voicemail to be heard on the podcast! > www.speakpipe.com/toolkit Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: First Lite Clothing Sig Sauer Cross / Optics OnX Maps Reveal Trail Cameras www.themeateater.com

In this episode Jordan fly's solo answering listener questions sent in via Instagram (@jordan.budd) and the website, jordan-budd.com. As this episode airs, Turkey Week over at the Meateater is going on! Free shipping and deals all week including First Lite, DSD decoys, Phelps game calls, FHF gear and Meateater swag, books and games. Check out the deals and Free Shipping here! Some questions answered include, what's your favorite sleeping bag? What do you look for when scouting a new unit? Favorite hot snack to improve cold hunts? Self-filming tips? Must haves for whitetail hunts? Do you prefer first focal or second focal scopes for hunting? and Whats your go to pack right now?  GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! WATCH this podcast on YouTube! > https://www.youtube.com/@jordan-budd You can also WATCH this podcast AND our hunting FILMS on CarbonTV. Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Drop us an audio voicemail to be heard on the podcast! > www.speakpipe.com/toolkit Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: First Lite Clothing Sig Sauer Cross / Optics OnX Maps Reveal Trail Cameras www.themeateater.com

This week I'm covering my Dall Sheep hunt from 2021 in Alaska. This hunt was with Tyrell's Trails outfitters and was made possible by Sig Sauer. I go over the hunt itself with an emphasis on the gear I used, what I liked and what I would change. 10 day backpack hunt with some extreme weather and overnight marches, check it out!  Watch the Film HEREGear Mentioned:Kifaru frame - Dall packSig Sauer Cross 6.5 Creedmoor - 140gr Elite Series AccubondWhiskey 5 2-14x scopeSig Kilo 3k Rangefinding BinocularsSig Oscar8 Spotting ScopeOutdoorsmans Compact tripodHilleberg Niak tentBig Agnes Qcore SLX padKifaru 20 degree sleeping bagBorah bivyFirst Lite Omen rain jacket/pantsCrispi Briksdal bootsGarmin inReach GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! WATCH this podcast on YouTube! > https://www.youtube.com/@jordan-budd You can also WATCH this podcast AND our hunting FILMS on CarbonTV. Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Drop us an audio voicemail to be heard on the podcast! > www.speakpipe.com/toolkit Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: First Lite Clothing Sig Sauer Cross / Optics OnX Maps Reveal Trail Cameras www.themeateater.com

This week I'm covering the new First Lite gear and how I've used it. Then, Lea and I are covering our Arizona hunt. The gear we used, wished we had, lessons learned and what we'll never used again. Rugged Radios - https://amzn.to/48deXEV GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! WATCH this podcast on YouTube! > https://www.youtube.com/@jordan-budd You can also WATCH this podcast AND our hunting FILMS on CarbonTV. Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Drop us an audio voicemail to be heard on the podcast! > www.speakpipe.com/toolkit Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: First Lite Clothing Sig Sauer Cross / Optics OnX Maps Reveal Trail Cameras www.themeateater.com

This is an episode everyone needs to listen to! Outdoor guide and educator, Annie DeAngelo joins us to discuss avalanches. How many times have we been hunting in snow and an avalanche never crosses our minds? This episode will make you think about it and hopefully will keep you safer on your snowy hunts. GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! WATCH this podcast on YouTube! > https://www.youtube.com/@jordan-budd You can also WATCH this podcast AND our hunting FILMS on CarbonTV. Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Drop us an audio voicemail to be heard on the podcast! > www.speakpipe.com/toolkit Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: First Lite Clothing Sig Sauer Cross / Optics OnX Maps Reveal Trail Cameras www.themeateater.com

This week Steve and James Lathrop join me to discuss footwear. Specifically waterproofing membranes and insoles in rigid hunting and hiking boots.  GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! WATCH this podcast on YouTube! > https://www.youtube.com/@jordan-budd You can also WATCH this podcast AND our hunting FILMS on CarbonTV. Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Drop us an audio voicemail to be heard on the podcast! > www.speakpipe.com/toolkit Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: www.firstlite.com www.sigsauer.com www.onxhunt.com www.themeateater.com

In this episode it's Lea and I on our way to Arizona to hunt archery mule deer. We answer some questions asked by listeners and cover a couple of topics. :38 / New Headlamps2:00 / Digiscoping Equip7:30 / Pocket Knife10:30 / Cell Cameras14:00 / Duck stamp goes digital14:50 / Hilleberg Tent recommendation19:30 / 15 degree sleeping bag recommendation22:40 / Sig Cross GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! WATCH this podcast on YouTube! > https://www.youtube.com/@jordan-budd You can also WATCH this podcast AND our hunting FILMS on CarbonTV. Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Drop us an audio voicemail to be heard on the podcast! > www.speakpipe.com/toolkit Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: www.firstlite.com www.sigsauer.com www.onxhunt.com www.themeateater.com

This week we're joined by Mark Denham of Outdoorsmans. We're discussing their new generation 2 of heads, carbon fiber tripods and getting that optic balanced on your tripod. For all of Outdoorsman's products visit, https://www.outdoorsmans.com. Window mount - 2:30Gen 2 heads and Plates - 4:30Carbon Fiber vs Aluminum - 17:00Inegra - 28:45Alternative tripods - 39:00Solid Recommendation - 42:45Rifes on tripods - 46:30Balance your Optic! - 57:00Trade in Program - 1:01:00 GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! WATCH this podcast on YouTube! > https://www.youtube.com/@jordan-budd Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Drop us an audio voicemail to be heard on the podcast! > www.speakpipe.com/toolkit Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: www.firstlite.com www.sigsauer.com www.onxhunt.com www.themeateater.com

We're talking about multiple topics today. First we're catching up on our latest activities, which include attending a Nebraska Game and Parks meeting discussing current harvest statistics and low deer populations. Then we tackle a couple listener questions giving our input on application strategy and optic magnification. Rounding out with a bit about Jordan's bow setup including the Dialed archery sight and Pelican hard case she uses for travel.  GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! WATCH this podcast on YouTube! > https://www.youtube.com/@jordan-budd Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Drop us an audio voicemail to be heard on the podcast! > www.speakpipe.com/toolkit Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: www.firstlite.com www.sigsauer.com www.onxhunt.com www.themeateater.com

Professional hunting guide Cole Trichell joins Lea and Jordan today. They dive into how the season has been going so far with clients, how the wheels fell off the bus on a night coyote hunt, dealing with client mindsets and some gear we love.You'll laugh along with our humorous hunting anecdotes, and you'll learn the importance of setting realistic expectations, paying attention to details, and staying calm. The crew also gets serious about hunting gear essentials, including the effectiveness of a predator fur kit for skinning coyotes. You will gain a deeper understanding of the significance of these tools in making hunting expeditions more efficient and successful.So, whether you're a seasoned hunter or a curious beginner, sit back and immerse yourself in a world of hunting adventures, shared with the camaraderie and humor of a group of friends. We promise you'll walk away with a newfound appreciation for hunting, the great outdoors, and some practical tips to use on your next hunting trip. GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! WATCH this podcast on YouTube! > https://www.youtube.com/@jordan-budd Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Drop us an audio voicemail to be heard on the podcast! > www.speakpipe.com/toolkit Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: www.firstlite.com www.sigsauer.com www.onxhunt.com www.themeateater.com

Co-host Lea Piper-Budd, aka Jordan's wife, jumps on the podcast for her first episode. We overview our western season as it concludes and discuss upcoming plans for some episodes. Then we dig into a few questions sent in by listeners. MeatEater Live tickets - Join us in Denver, CO December 6th. Alaska Caribou Hunt GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! WATCH this podcast on YouTube! > https://www.youtube.com/@jordan-budd Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Drop us an audio voicemail to be heard on the podcast! > www.speakpipe.com/toolkit Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: www.firstlite.com www.sigsauer.com www.onxhunt.com www.themeateater.com

Join us on a cutting-edge episode where talk all things knives with Evan Seimbida, a master craftsman from Siembida Custom Knives. If you've ever wondered about the intricate details of knives, the importance of ergonomics, or the pros and cons of different blade options, you're about to discover a wealth of knowledge. Evan, with his deep expertise, guides us through a lively discussion, offering insights on the recent trend shift from replaceable blade knives to fixed blade options.Our conversation doesn't stop at blades, we also carve our way through the complex world of knife steels and the importance of finding a balanced steel that suits your specific needs. Evan introduces his Magpie model, a versatile do-it-all knife that embodies the principles of balance and multifunctionality. We talk the significance of ergonomics in knife selection. We share our favorite handle materials, ranging from carbon fiber and G-Carta to stabilized woods and ivory.  So, join us for a conversation that's sure to be a cut above the rest for both knife enthusiasts and novices alike. GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! WATCH this podcast on YouTube! > https://www.youtube.com/@jordan-budd Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Drop us an audio voicemail to be heard on the podcast! > www.speakpipe.com/toolkit Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: www.firstlite.com www.sigsauer.com www.onxhunt.com www.themeateater.com

I'm diving into hunting gear for beginners this week. This is a 2 part podcast, in the next part we'll pick up on camping/backpacking gear. From boots and backpacks to binoculars and tripods, every piece of gear has its own purpose. I'll share my insights on the different styles and materials, and how customizing your gear can significantly enhance your hunting experience. Moreover, we'll discuss how to choose the right model for your needs and suggest ways to budget for these essential items. We then delve into the topic of clothing and gear, covering the importance of layering, the benefits of different types of jackets, and how to prepare for different weather conditions. We'll touch on bow setups and satellite messengers, and stress the importance of having a reliable emergency plan. Wrapping up, we'll discuss the various tools you'll need for a successful hunt - from knives to fire starters. So, gear up and let's hit the trail on this enthralling hunting adventure. GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! WATCH this podcast on YouTube! > https://www.youtube.com/@jordan-budd Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Drop us an audio voicemail to be heard on the podcast! > www.speakpipe.com/toolkit Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: www.firstlite.com www.sigsauer.com www.onxhunt.com www.themeateater.com

I'm prepping for an archery mule deer hunt down in Utah. Hot temperatures, low populations and big country are going to make for a tough hunt! Want to know what I'm bringing for gear? Stone Glacier Approach 2800 Pack Hill Sound BTR 14 inch stoolCrispi Altitude Boot First Lite Kit Sig Sauer Zulu 9 and Oscar 8 spotting scope> www.sigsauer.comBlack Diamond Storm headlamp Argali Owayhee Tent and Carbon X trekking poles Exped UL5 Sleeping pad - wide > www.exped.comSlik 624 tripod Outdoorsmans Pan Head FHF Gear FOB harness Backpack Logistics  Also, get ready for some practical insights into using a Bino adapter to attach binoculars to a tripod and other useful gear tips. Gear up and join me on this exciting journey into the wild! GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! WATCH this podcast on YouTube! > https://www.youtube.com/@jordan-budd Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Drop us an audio voicemail to be heard on the podcast! > www.speakpipe.com/toolkit Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: www.firstlite.com www.sigsauer.com www.onxhunt.com www.themeateater.com

Ever wondered how practical experience, grit, and a little instinct might change your outdoor game? Let me, Jordan Budd, take you on my decade-long journey in the outdoor industry, sharing valuable lessons learned and daring adventures. We discuss the core of the Tool Kit community, where good gear is appreciated, but experience reigns supreme.I am inviting you to reignite your connection with the outdoors by joining the conversation. Your thoughts, your questions, your suggestions - they matter. Through email, voicemail, or a direct message on Instagram, share your passion for the outdoors and help us shape the content of the Tool Kit podcast. We're building a community where your voice is heard, questions are answered and your next adventure awaits. So, gear up, tune in and let's get started! GEAR THAT I USE Please Leave Us a Review on your podcast platform! WATCH this podcast on YouTube! > https://www.youtube.com/@jordan-budd Visit our website to submit a question, give feedback or request a topic > http://www.jordan-budd.com Drop us an audio voicemail to be heard on the podcast! > www.speakpipe.com/toolkit Follow me on Instagram @jordan.budd and Facebook, at Jordan Budd. Thank you to our partners: www.firstlite.com www.sigsauer.com www.onxhunt.com www.themeateater.com