Podcasts about gritty bowmen

One of the first podcasts I discovered when I was getting into backcountry hunting was Gritty Bowmen. It was a brand-new podcast hosted by Brian Call. It was one of the most impactful shows on both my development as a hunter and the type of hunting I ended up pursuing. Brian played a large role in my fascination with bow-hunting elk in the rut and self-filming. I was not expecting this conversation to get as deep as it did, but I personally took a lot away from it that is very applicable to where I am at in my own journey right now and I hope you can as well.     Brian Call - Gritty https://www.instagram.com/brian_call/ https://www.youtube.com/c/BrianCallGritty https://briancall.com/     Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/   Forged In The Backcountry https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/   Merch https://www.mindfulhunter.com/shop   Newsletter https://www.mindfulhunter.com/contact   IG https://www.instagram.com/mindful_hunter/   Podcast https://www.mindfulhunter.com/podcast   Free Backcountry Nutrition Guide https://www.mindfulhunter.com/tools

In this Episode (089) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio Randy is joined by Brian Cal of the Gritty Bowmen.  This is a very unfiltered discussion about the current affairs of public land advocacy, worthlessness of the two-party system, Randy as a party-agnostic, Brian's feedback from of speaking out, inflicting political pain, going on the offense, the Utah doctrine, when silence becomes support, spineless politicians, you can't buy a politician who isn't for sale, drop your party allegiances, and many perspectives on public land politics.

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, I was lucky enough to talk to Brian Call of the Gritty Bowmen podcast and Jordan Harbertson, one of the owners of MTN OPS. You will learn a lot about life, goals and how it applies to hunting.  Episode Details: Personal Diets Discipline in Life Story Behind East Meets West What is Your Why? How My First Backcountry Trip Change Me Sacrifices to Chase Your Dreams Material Possessions and Money How Brian Defines Adventure My Greatest Adventure How Jordan Defines Adventure Shenandoah Storm From Hell Closing www.eastmeetswesthunt.com www.mtnops.com www.grittybowmen.com   Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @brian_call @jordan_harbertson @mtnops

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk with Sam Soholt. We talk about conservation, Sam's renovated "Public Lands Bus" and what it's like to live in a tiny space.

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk with Sam Soholt. We talk about conservation, Sam's renovated "Public Lands Bus" and what it's like to live in a tiny space. 

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk with Double Amputee and Triathlon Runner, Sidney Smith. Coby Coonradt of v6.media collaborated with MTN OPS to make a documentary film of his Triathlon running. Watch the film at MTNOPS.COM/SID “CHALLENGES ARE WHAT MAKES LIFE INTERESTING Every Day was a battle – Giving up was never an option. Born with Charcot-Marie-Tooth, a disease which causes structural foot deformities and muscle wasting throughout the leg, Sidney Smith refused to surrender. With a family to provide for and a desire to live life to its fullest, Sid made the decision to forego the risk of bone fusion in both legs and became a double amputee.”    Want to help someone run? Follow the link to help someone receive a running leg! #Lendaleg https://commitchange.com/tn/nashville/amputee-blade-runners/campaigns/sidney-smiths-marathon-runraiser   v6.media 

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk with Double Amputee and Triathlon Runner, Sidney Smith. Coby Coonradt of v6.media collaborated with MTN OPS to make a documentary film of his Triathlon running. Watch the film at MTNOPS.COM/SID   “CHALLENGES ARE WHAT MAKES LIFE INTERESTING Every Day was a battle – Giving up was never an option. Born with Charcot-Marie-Tooth, a disease which causes structural foot deformities and muscle wasting throughout the leg, Sidney Smith refused to surrender. With a family to provide for and a desire to live life to its fullest, Sid made the decision to forego the risk of bone fusion in both legs and became a double amputee.”    Want to help someone run? Follow the link to help someone receive a running leg! #Lendaleg https://commitchange.com/tn/nashville/amputee-blade-runners/campaigns/sidney-smiths-marathon-runraiser   v6.media 

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about Civil Liberties.  DISCUSSION TOPICS: Gritty Bowmen is about more than just hunting. We cover a wide range of topics. From health & wellness to Gritty Book Club reviews.  Not much point in having a voice if you don’t use it. If you believe in something I think you need to stand up and talk about it.  Gun violence and Parkland school shooting.  Getting at the TRUTH of things. What are the FACTS?  Be open to knew information, like Joe Rogan.  Last week I posted in regards to 2nd amendment. Engaged in really good discussions.  Are these statistics accurate? I thought there was a school shooting in the United States.  Media - Chicago Tribune “This is how common school shootings are in America”.  Washington Post - School shootings are extraordinarily rare, why is fear of them driving policy? Ben Shapiro  11: 46 - How much risk do you want to eliminate in the world we live in? What is the goal?  The Business Insider - agenda driven content  “How likely is gun violence to kill the average American?” Nearly 64% of their numbers are suicide.  We should all strive to be better as a society and reduce suffering in the world.  20:00 Fear mongering in an attempt to scare or intimidate people into giving up their rights.  Fight against tyrannical government. Right for self defense or self preservation.  Do you really think we need to fight our United States government?  23:00 Gun History Lesson  30:00 Slow erosion of civil liberties that brought about Nazi Germany.  34:00 Keep your guns to ensure the government doesn’t enact tyranny and to protect you rights.  37:30  Benjamin Franklin Quote  “Those who give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety.”  Founding Fathers Government to serve the people, the people to direct the government  42:00 Deerfield Illinois  Our country is founded on INDEPENDENCE!  Place your faith in the individual rather than the government.  Extreme ownership. Not a victim. Take charge of your life.  50:00 -   Grizzly Ban in BC  AR-15 Assault Rifle Nazi Germany, Holocaust, The Rise & Fall of the Third Reich, Hitler,   

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about Civil Liberties. DISCUSSION TOPICS: Gritty Bowmen is about more than just hunting. We cover a wide range of topics. From health & wellness to Gritty Book Club reviews.  ​​​​​​​Not much point in having a voice if you don’t use it. If you believe in something I think you need to stand up and talk about it.  Gun violence and Parkland school shooting.  Getting at the TRUTH of things. What are the FACTS?  Be open to knew information like Joe Rogan.  Last week I posted in regards to 2nd amendment. Engaged in really good discussions.  Are these statistics accurate? I thought there was a school shooting in the United States.  Media - Chicago Tribune “This is how common school shootings are in America”.  Washington Post - School shootings are extraordinarily rare, why is fear of them driving policy? Ben Shapiro  11: 46 - How much risk do you want to eliminate in the world we live in? What is the goal?  The Business Insider - agenda driven content  “How likely is gun violence to kill the average American?” Nearly 64% of their numbers are suicide.  We should all strive to be better as a society and reduce suffering in the world.  20:00 Fear mongering in an attempt to scare or intimidate people into giving up their rights.  Fight against tyrannical government. Right for self defense or self preservation.  Do you really think we need to fight our United States government?  23:00 Gun History Lesson  30:00 Slow erosion of civil liberties that brought about Nazi Germany.  34:00 Keep your guns to ensure the government doesn’t enact tyranny and to protect you rights.  37:30  Benjamin Franklin Quote  “Those who give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety.”  Founding Fathers Government to serve the people, the people to direct the government  42:00 Deerfield Illinois  Our country is founded on INDEPENDENCE!  Place your faith in the individual rather than the government.  Extreme ownership. Not a victim. Take charge of your life.  50:00 -   Grizzly Ban in BC  AR-15 Assault Rifle  Nazi Germany, Holocaust, The Rise & Fall of the Third Reich, Hitler,

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with the legendary, Hank Shaw. Hank is a phenomenal cook! He is the author of Hunt, Gather, Cook. We talk cooking techniques, sauces, side dishes, and common mistakes people make when cooking wild game. Checkout his blog huntgathercook.com and stay tuned for Hank's return to podcasting as well!  hank_shaw on Twitter @huntgathercook on instagram https://www.facebook.com/huntgathercook/  closed group - say you heard about it on Gritty Bowmen  huntgathercook.com  Hunt, Gather, Talk podcast   

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen I sit down with the legendary, Hank Shaw. Hank is a phenomenal cook! He is the author of Hunt, Gather, Cook. We talk cooking techniques, sauces, side dishes, and common mistakes people make when cooking wild game. Checkout his blog huntgathercook.com and stay tuned for Hank's return to podcasting as well!  hank_shaw on Twitter @huntgathercook on instagram https://www.facebook.com/huntgathercook/  closed group - say you heard about it on Gritty Bowmen  huntgathercook.com  Hunt, Gather, Talk podcast   

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, I sit down with “Blood Origins” founder Robbie Kroger. Robbie is kind of a big deal in the conservation world, but not as widely known in the hunting world. Robbie grew up in Johannesburg, South Africa, one of the largest urban areas in the world. He did not hunt. Guns were banned. Hunting was just a bunch of stories and antlers on the wall. But, he had a hunting past that he could not deny. From that heritage grew an idea —Blood Origins, a way to connect the past with the present. “When I look at the liberties afforded to you in the United States of America, I consider it incomprehensible. I am going to go out on a limb and say that this liberty is likely lost on most of you, that it is very often taken for granted. I say that only from a perspective of someone who came from a place where there was no opportunity to connect with something that pulsed within me.” —Robbie Kroger Photo Credit: @bloodorigins

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, I sit down with “Blood Origins” founder Robbie Kroger. Robbie is kind of a big deal in the conservation world, but not as widely known in the hunting world.  Robbie grew up in Johannesburg, South Africa, one of the largest urban areas in the world. He did not hunt. Guns were banned. Hunting was just a bunch of stories and antlers on the wall.  But, he had a hunting past that he could not deny. From that heritage grew an idea —Blood Origins, a way to connect the past with the present.    “When I look at the liberties afforded to you in the United States of America, I consider it incomprehensible. I am going to go out on a limb and say that this liberty is likely lost on most of you, that it is very often taken for granted. I say that only from a perspective of someone who came from a place where there was no opportunity to connect with something that pulsed within me.” —Robbie Kroger

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen get to know Adam & Kimmi Greentree. Kimmi shares the story of how they met and reveals some secrets about Adam's 90's look. They talk about their cabin in the mountains that they've built and how it connects Adam to his Grandfather. He also relates how he managed to snag Kimmi and how they're even more in love every year. Kimmi and Adam are all about spending time with their family in the outdoors. It's good stuff. Check it out.

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen get to know Adam & Kimmi Greentree. Kimmi shares the story of how they met and reveals some secrets about Adam's 90's look. They talk about their cabin in the mountains that they've built and how it connects Adam to his Grandfather. He also relates how he managed to snag Kimmi and how they're even more in love every year. Kimmi and Adam are all about spending time with their family in the outdoors. It's good stuff. Check it out.

In this episode (079) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined with Brian Call of Gritty Bowmen and the "Deer Master," Jim Heffelfinger, Wildlife Science Coordinator of Arizona Game and Fish and also the coordinator of the multi-state western Mule Deer Initiative.  Recorded on a Coues Deer hunt in Southern Arizona, the topics covered are deer-centric, adding in lots of discussion of other food we are chasing; javelina, Mearn's quail, jackrabbits, coatimundi, with Jim adding a lot of science to each topic.  Jim is also a youth hunting mentor leader, prolific writer, and known for his cooking talents.

The Bromance is alive and well.  Brian Call joins the podcast to discuss the use of new technology in the hunting world.   Brian CallI grew up on a rural countryside property in the woodland forests of Oregon’s Willamette Valley adjacent to large patches of untouched timberland. I spent my childhood roaming the woods with my cousin and next-door neighbor, Ben Morris; catching crawdads, fishing, shooting bows, and riding horses. My father was an avid archery hunter, and he bought me my first hunting bow when I was 12 years old—the legal age to hunt in Oregon. Soon after, Ben and I went on our first elk-hunting trip and have been devoted elk hunting fanatics ever since. Ben and I have a natural synergism that stems from a lifetime of hunting together; but our initial elk-hunting success was limited—an ingredient was missing. In 2006, we began hunting with our childhood friend, Anthony Spencer, and amidst new-found success, a brotherhood formed between us. GrittyBowmen.com was formed as a vehicle to share our love of hunting and of wild places—to help unite hunters and non-hunters alike so that we might preserve the animals we love and a way of life that we cherish.  

Hello friends. Today’s episode of Gritty Bowmen is pretty special, I think. My guests are Logan Ross and Aaron Hitchins from Rockhouse Motion. The first time I met Aaron and Logan I instantly liked them. Logan is, perhaps, one of the kindest and most thoughtful human beings I’ve ever met. And Aaron Hitchins has a sharp wit that reveals a deeply intelligent mind. To me, Logan is as conscientious as a person can be--a human trait that I deeply admire. While Aaron is the counterweight in their relationship; providing constancy, realism, and acceptance for what is. A year ago, Logan told us her story. She was new to hunting--even opposed to hunting before she met Aaron. But then… she learned about hunting; Logan has always been conscientious about where her food came from--and with that as a foundation, she embarked on a bowhunting journey with Aaron. Bowhunting is HARD. And Logan failed at it despite her best efforts. At the end of the 2016 hunting season--Logan still could not answer the question, “can I kill an animal--and if I do, will I be okay with it?” Well... the 2017 hunting season has come to a close… and Logan is ready to answer to those questions. I hope this episode inspires you like it inspires me… to be a better person. To be more conscientious in how I hunt and live. Please take the time to invite your non-hunting friends and family to listen to Logan’s story. Because it matters--it’s the oft-unspoken side of the hunter’s heart and soul Photo Credit: @matt_white_rockhouse

Hello friends. Today’s episode of Gritty Bowmen is pretty special, I think. My guests are Logan Ross and Aaron Hitchins from Rockhouse Motion. The first time I met Aaron and Logan I instantly liked them. Logan is, perhaps, one of the kindest and most thoughtful human beings I’ve ever met. And Aaron Hitchins has a sharp wit that reveals a deeply intelligent mind. To me, Logan is as conscientious as a person can be--a human trait that I deeply admire. While Aaron is the counterweight in their relationship; providing constancy, realism, and acceptance for what is. A year ago, Logan told us her story. She was new to hunting--even opposed to hunting before she met Aaron. But then… she learned about hunting; Logan has always been conscientious about where her food came from--and with that as a foundation, she embarked on a bowhunting journey with Aaron. Bowhunting is HARD. And Logan failed at it despite her best efforts. At the end of the 2016 hunting season--Logan still could not answer the question, “can I kill an animal--and if I do, will I be okay with it?” Well... the 2017 hunting season has come to a close… and Logan is ready to answer to those questions. I hope this episode inspires you like it inspires me… to be a better person. To be more conscientious in how I hunt and live. Please take the time to invite your non-hunting friends and family to listen to Logan’s story. Because it matters--it’s the oft-unspoken side of the hunter’s heart and soul Photo Credit: @matt_white_rockhouse

Hello friends. Today on Gritty, my guest is Ben O’brien, Hunting Marketing Manager at YETI Coolers and previously, the Executive Editor at Petersen’s Bowhunting. AND, something I’m excited about… Ben has launched his own podcast called, The Hunting Collective. Ben seems older to me than his young age suggests… He’s a young chap with an old soul. What I like most about Benny--he’s not afraid to speak his mind; even when it’s not popular. At the same time--Ben doesn’t think he’s got all the answers--he’s a man open to new ideas and I like that about him. Recently, Ben took a poll on Instagram. The poll asked, “should hunters get rid of the grip and grin pic?” As you can imagine, this question sparked some serious debate. And naturally, I had to ask Ben about it on the podcast. It’s okay, because Ben’s a deep thinker--he can get all philosophical on you--in a good way. He’s been some places--seen some things. He’s not naive to the broad world outside of hunting. It’s his job at YETI to make sure that hunting is represented in a positive light. In today’s modern world, we all have a voice. How do we use it? Join us as we explore this topic and more on today’s Gritty Bowmen podcast. “Never underestimate the influence of the human spirit. We are all the same in this notion: The potential for greatness lives within each of us. - Wilma Rudolph

Hello friends. Today on Gritty, my guest is Ben O’brien, Hunting Marketing Manager at YETI Coolers and previously, the Executive Editor at Petersen’s Bowhunting. AND, something I’m excited about… Ben has launched his own podcast called, The Hunting Collective. Ben seems older to me than his young age suggests… He’s a young chap with an old soul. What I like most about Benny--he’s not afraid to speak his mind; even when it’s not popular. At the same time--Ben doesn’t think he’s got all the answers--he’s a man open to new ideas and I like that about him.  Recently, Ben took a poll on Instagram. The poll asked, “should hunters get rid of the grip and grin pic?” As you can imagine, this question sparked some serious debate. And naturally, I had to ask Ben about it on the podcast. It’s okay, because Ben’s a deep thinker--he can get all philosophical on you--in a good way. He’s been some places--seen some things. He’s not naive to the broad world outside of hunting. It’s his job at YETI to make sure that hunting is represented in a positive light.  In today’s modern world, we all have a voice. How do we use it? Join us as we explore this topic and more on today’s Gritty Bowmen podcast.  “Never underestimate the influence of the human spirit. We are all the same in this notion: The potential for greatness lives within each of us. - Wilma Rudolph

Today on Gritty Bowmen we hang out with friend Donnie Vincent. I could sit an listen to Donnie tell stories for hours. He’s an explorer, biologist, conservationist, and sportsman. And a gifted weaver of adventurous tales in wild and remote places. When Donnie’s storytelling transcends the spoken word  and comes to life in the form of cinematic film--it’s incredible. His films change hearts and minds. And films like, “Who We Are,” “The River’s Divide,” and “Terra Nova,” have permanently changed how I view the world and the hunt. So sit back and enjoy the show. And then, if you haven’t already, support Donnie by getting his film’s at www.donnievincent.com. Those who know me, know that I love a good hunting story. And I’m no Donnie Vincent but Gritty Bowmen has its own brand of filmmaking--it’s kinda Gritty… it’s a bit unpolished, it usually has a few smart-aleck comments, some shaky footage, some adventure and it reminds you of the hunts you go on with your buddies. So with that preamble, I have an announcement to make. On Thursday, February 8th at the Western Hunt Expo in Salt Lake City, I’ll be showing my latest Gritty film on the big screen. And it’s not just my film that’ll be showing, my good friend Cole Kramer will also be featuring his YETI film from Nepal that night as well. There will be Gritty Bingo, Prizes, Raffles, Giveaways and much more! My good friends at Sitka Gear, YETI, HOYT, MTN OPS, and Leupold Optics are helping to make this event a fun one! Raffle proceeds go to the Rocky Mountain Goat Alliance. Please, if you want to support Gritty and you’re coming to the Western Hunt Expo, please go to www.mtnops.com/gritty and get tickets now. Please spread the word--invite your friends and family, and come see what a Gritty Movie Night is all about. Here’s a 30-second trailer for the film--check it out.

Today on Gritty Bowmen we hang out with friend Donnie Vincent. I could sit an listen to Donnie tell stories for hours. He’s an explorer, biologist, conservationist, and sportsman. And a gifted weaver of adventurous tales in wild and remote places. When Donnie’s storytelling transcends the spoken word and comes to life in the form of cinematic film--it’s incredible. His films change hearts and minds. And films like, “Who We Are,” “The River’s Divide,” and “Terra Nova,” have permanently changed how I view the world and the hunt. So sit back and enjoy the show. And then, if you haven’t already, support Donnie by getting his film’s at www.donnievincent.com. Those who know me, know that I love a good hunting story. And I’m no Donnie Vincent but Gritty Bowmen has its own brand of filmmaking--it’s kinda Gritty… it’s a bit unpolished, it usually has a few smart-aleck comments, some shaky footage, some adventure and it reminds you of the hunts you go on with your buddies. So with that preamble, I have an announcement to make. On Thursday, February 8th at the Western Hunt Expo in Salt Lake City, I’ll be showing my latest Gritty film on the big screen. And it’s not just my film that’ll be showing, my good friend Cole Kramer will also be featuring his YETI film from Nepal that night as well. There will be Gritty Bingo, Prizes, Raffles, Giveaways and much more! My good friends at Sitka Gear, YETI, HOYT, MTN OPS, and Leupold Optics are helping to make this event a fun one! Raffle proceeds go to the Rocky Mountain Goat Alliance. Please, if you want to support Gritty and you’re coming to the Western Hunt Expo, please go to www.mtnops.com/gritty and get tickets now. Please spread the word--invite your friends and family, and come see what a Gritty Movie Night is all about. Here’s a 30-second trailer for the film--check it out.  

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we sit down at the ATA show with Eva Shockey-Brent. Eva became a Mother about a year ago and we discuss the delicate balance of motherhood, hunting and marriage. What it's like to travel on an airplane with a baby and her new book "Taking Aim".

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we sit down at the ATA show with Eva Shockey-Brent. Eva became a Mother about a year ago and we discuss the delicate balance of motherhood, hunting and marriage. What it's like to travel on an airplane with a baby and  her new book "Taking Aim". 

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we sit down with my good friends from Born and Raised Outdoors; Trent & Trevor Fisher & Kody Kellom. In this interview we talk about their Land of the Free Elk Hunting Collaboration Project. The project consisted of a video series of 50 days hunting in 5 different states in collaboration with HUSH,  ELK101, PURE ELEVATION, PHELPS GAME CALLS & RYAN CALLAGHAN.   They showcase public land hunting and issues surrounding land transfers across the Western US.  They talk about the success of the switch from DVD's to YouTube and how they became more connected with their fan base. 

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we sit down with my good friends from Born and Raised Outdoors; Trent & Trevor Fisher & Kody Kellom. In this interview we talk about their Land of the Free Elk Hunting Collaboration Project. The project consisted of a video series of 50 days hunting in 5 different states in collaboration with HUSH,  ELK101, PURE ELEVATION, PHELPS GAME CALLS & RYAN CALLAGHAN.   They showcase public land hunting and issues surrounding land transfers across the Western US.  They talk about the success of the switch from DVD's to YouTube and how they became more connected with their fan base. 

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk with Cam Hanes and Adam Greentree at 2018 ATA Show. 

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk with Cam Hanes and Adam Greentree at 2018 ATA Show. 

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we chat with my Uncle Kevin and business partner, John Adams of High Point Outfitters. We talk Arizona hunting opportunities, draw strategies, scouting packages, over-the-counter hunts, Randy Newberg, application deadlines, "sleeper" unit hunts and more. For more information visit highpointoutfitters.net or email my Uncle Kevin Call at shoot@highpointoutfitters.net Previous Episodes with HPO: EPISODE 40: What's So Cool About Arizona??? EPISODE 62: High Point Outfitters EPISODE 209: Why You Should Hunt Arizona with High Point Outfitters EPISODE 220: Choosing Deer Hunts in Arizona & Application Strategies with HPO

Today on Gritty, my guest is my good friend Phil Mendoza and our topic is Targeting Buck Fever. Phil is a stud. Period. Not just because he’s an incredible hunter, archer, Train To Hunt champion, owner of Alpha Bowhunting and the Alpha Bowhunting Challenge and not because he’s the owner of the biggest archery shop in Denver; although that resume pretty sick. No, Phil is a stud because of his character. “The best index to a person's character is how he treats people who can't do him any good, and how he treats people who can't fight back.” ― Abigail Van Buren And that quote about sums up Phil and why I like him so much. He’s been a guest on the podcast before. Early on, when I started the Gritty Bowmen podcast, Phil and Aron Snyder went on an Epic Big Horn Sheep hunt and Aron tells the story on GB EPISODE 24 and 30. More recently, Phil was a guest on episode 255 where he and our friends from Fit 4 The Hunt talked about Physical Conditioning and The Mental Game--those have been popular episodes and if you’ve never listened them, I recommend you check them out. Phil wrote a booklet, not too long ago, that he titles Targeting Buck Fever. Every hunter, every archer has struggled at one time or another with Buck Fever. The urban dictionary defines buck fever as, “nervousness felt by novice hunters when they first sight game.” Which is absolute rubbish because buck fever can affect both new and experienced hunters. When the stakes are high, when you’re on that once-in-a-lifetime hunt, when it’s the last hour of the last day, when the buck of your dreams presents a last second shot, buck fever can wreck you. So how do you rise to occasion, hold your mud, and crush that shot? Well, that’s the discussion that Phil and I have on today’s podcast. It’s good stuff. Take a listen and if you like what you hear, do me a favor and link up with Phil on his Alpha Bowhunting Instagram and Youtube Channels and checkout his book on Amazon. As always, thanks for tuning in to Gritty and making this show possible.

Today on Gritty, my guest is my good friend Phil Mendoza and our topic is Targeting Buck Fever. Phil is a stud. Period. Not just because he’s an incredible hunter, archer, Train To Hunt champion, owner of Alpha Bowhunting and the Alpha Bowhunting Challenge and not because he’s the owner of the biggest archery shop in Denver; although that resume pretty sick. No, Phil is a stud because of his character. “The best index to a person's character is how he treats people who can't do him any good, and how he treats people who can't fight back.” ― Abigail Van Buren And that quote about sums up Phil and why I like him so much. He’s been a guest on the podcast before. Early on, when I started the Gritty Bowmen podcast, Phil and Aron Snyder went on an Epic Big Horn Sheep hunt and Aron tells the story on GB EPISODE 24 and 30. More recently, Phil was a guest on episode 255 where he and our friends from Fit 4 The Hunt talked about Physical Conditioning and The Mental Game--those have been popular episodes and if you’ve never listened them, I recommend you check them out. Phil wrote a booklet, not too long ago, that he titles Targeting Buck Fever. Every hunter, every archer has struggled at one time or another with Buck Fever. The urban dictionary defines buck fever as, “nervousness felt by novice hunters when they first sight game.” Which is absolute rubbish because buck fever can affect both new and experienced hunters. When the stakes are high, when you’re on that once-in-a-lifetime hunt, when it’s the last hour of the last day, when the buck of your dreams presents a last second shot, buck fever can wreck you. So how do you rise to occasion, hold your mud, and crush that shot? Well, that’s the discussion that Phil and I have on today’s podcast. It’s good stuff. Take a listen and if you like what you hear, do me a favor and link up with Phil on his Alpha Bowhunting Instagram and Youtube Channels and checkout his book on Amazon. As always, thanks for tuning in to Gritty and making this show possible.

Gritty Bowmen Invades Kifarucast Aron, Brian Call, and sometimes Frank, talk for days on this episode.  Brian and Aron review their hunts this season from Texas to BC, and also talk about workouts and nutrition in the off season, along with new gear being released in the new year.  Aron and Frank gush about Amy, who spoils them with culinary delights, and Aron politely educates his community regarding bears.  The only reason this podcast ends is because everyone needed to pee.

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we are in Canada at Primitive Outfitting. We talk with guide, Ben Jackson and hunter, Clay Reinarz. Clay was fortunate enough to get one of the last Grizzly hunting tags before they closed Grizzly hunting in Canada. He shares the story of his Longbow Grizzly hunt and how things went a little sideways.  Check it out. To learn more about the Canadian Grizzly Ban check out Episodes 282 and 278. 

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we are in Canada at Primitive Outfitting. We talk with guide, Ben Jackson and hunter, Clay Reinarz. Clay was fortunate enough to get one of the last Grizzly hunting tags before they closed Grizzly hunting in Canada. He shares the story of his Longbow Grizzly hunt and how things went a little sideways.  Check it out. To learn more about the Canadian Grizzly Ban check out Episodes 282 and 278. 

On the episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about missing the shot and reducing the “cone of variables”. Be sure to listen to the previous parts to this episode; Episodes 291 and 292. We are joined by Aron Snyder, Bryan Broderick of Lost Arrow Films, David Brinker of Sitka Gear in Alberta, Canada.

On the episode of Gritty Bowmen we are joined by Aron Snyder, Bryan Broderick of Lost Arrow Films, David Brinker of Sitka Gear in Alberta, Canada. We continue our discussion from the previous episode by talking about David’s recent change from traditional archery to a compound. David has struggled with target panic and since he switched to a hinge release and a compound and followed some of Joel Turner’s advice, he has found success.

On the episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about our 2017 Mule Deer Hunt in Alberta, Canada. We are joined by Aron Snyder, Bryan Broderick of Lost Arrow Films & David Brinker of Sitka Gear. We begin this discussion by sharing our mule deer stalks and Aron talks Mechanical vs. Fixed Blade Broadheads and Bryan Broderick shares his success with the longbow.

On the episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about missing the shot and reducing the “cone of variables”. Be sure to listen to the previous parts to this episode; Episodes 291 and 292. We are joined by Aron Snyder, Bryan Broderick of Lost Arrow Films, David Brinker of Sitka Gear in Alberta, Canada.

On the episode of Gritty Bowmen we are joined by Aron Snyder, Bryan Broderick of Lost Arrow Films, David Brinker of Sitka Gear in Alberta, Canada. We continue our discussion from the previous episode by talking about David’s recent change from traditional archery to a compound. David has struggled with target panic and since he switched to a hinge release and a compound and followed some of Joel Turner’s advice, he has found success.

On the episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about our 2017 Mule Deer Hunt in Alberta, Canada. We are joined by Aron Snyder, Bryan Broderick of Lost Arrow Films, David Brinker of Sitka Gear. We begin this discussion by sharing our mule deer stalks and Aron talks Mechanical vs. Fixed Blade Broadheads and Bryan Broderick shares his success with the longbow.

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, I get to hang out with the one and only Randy Newberg! Randy Newberg identifies himself as a “hunter.” Growing up in a small town in the midwest--Randy spent a lot of time running around on public land hunting and trapping small game. I would say that Randy is the quintessential “Public Land Hunter” and he uses his platforms to advocate for hunters and public access. In addition to representing hunters in Congress and state legislatures, he serves as a volunteer and board member for many hunting and conservation groups. I can honestly say that Randy Newberg is one of my favorite people on the planet. He says what he means and and means what he says. And if you don’t like what he has to say, well then, you’ve mistaken him for someone who gives a damn. Follow Randy on Instagram and facebook and check-out his youtube channel for some good public land hunting films.  

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen, I get to hang out with the one and only Randy Newberg! Randy Newberg identifies himself as a “hunter.” Growing up in a small town in the midwest--Randy spent a lot of time running around on public land hunting and trapping small game. I would say that Randy is the quintessential “Public Land Hunter” and he uses his platforms to advocate for hunters and public access. In addition to representing hunters in Congress and state legislatures, he serves as a volunteer and board member for many hunting and conservation groups. I can honestly say that Randy Newberg is one of my favorite people on the planet. He says what he means and and means what he says. And if you don’t like what he has to say, well then, you’ve mistaken him for someone who gives a damn. Follow Randy on Instagram and facebook and check-out his youtube channel for some good public land hunting films.

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about our Canada Moose hunt and charging Grizzly.

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we meet with my buddy Chad Nelson, a.k.a. the Gritty Angler and Seth & Shirl Larsen from Canvas Cutter. The Canvas Cutter bedroll is extremely versatile, durable, water-resistant and comfortable. I don’t always have the chance to sleep on a nice bedroll when backpack hunting, but it sure is nice to have for those late night pack outs in the truck.

What you just heard, or watched, is a promo clip from my friends at Montana Wild of their new video called, “The Outlier.” It’s a great video and we talk about it a little on today’s episode of Gritty Bowmen. But the conversation drifts into heavier and more controversial topics as we discuss the subject of game violations, ethics, and poaching.    First off, I want to make sure it’s very clear that I have tremendous respect for Law Enforcement agencies and for our Fish and Wildlife Officers across the Nation. In fact, some of my closest and dearest friends are police and fish and wildlife officers. Furthermore, I would count these men among the best human beings I know. That said, not all human beings are created equal--not all law enforcement personnel do a good job.    Let me ask you, when confronted by the following situation, what do you do? You’re out deer hunting. You see a great 3x3 buck and you take a shot at it. The buck runs behind some cover--it disappears for a moment. And then you see him, he’s standing just beyond the point where you took the first shot. You take aim--and this time you drop him where he’s standing. As you walk over to tag your deer, to your utter shock and dismay, you realize you accidentally shot two deer. You thought they were the same deer but they weren’t--you have broken the law--committed a game violation. It was an honest mistake--a complete accident. What do you do? Do you call your State’s wildlife division and report yourself? Do you tag one of the deer and  pretend nothing happened? Do you take both deer so as not to waste the meat but don’t report your violation?    And let’s say you report yourself to local Wildlife Officials. Do they give you warning and say it was an honest mistake? Or do you get the maximum fine and lose your hunting privileges for 3-5 years?   We’ve all heard stories like this that end well and that end badly depending on how you look at it.    In 2013, Montana Wild set out to make a fly fishing film for Bull Trout in the Bob Marshall Wilderness. This decision and subsequent actions would lead to a long and drawn-out investigation of Montana Wild and would result in a series of game violations that would eventually be settled outside of court.    There’s always two sides to every story. I’m fully aware of this. On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we talk about the Montana Wild side of this story--something that Zach and Travis, the owners of Montana Wild have not hitherto publicly discussed in a forum like this. I applaud them for doing this podcast with me. A close friend of mine asked me why I would did this podcast with Zach and Travis. Why would I talk about this subject? Why not just stick to a discussion about their awesome new video, The Outliers, and leave it at that?     First of all, I don’t like ignoring the elephant in the room--it feels fake. The entire time we talk about the new video there’ll be people out there calling them poachers under their breath. And that’s another reason I wanted to talk about this--it bothers me the way individuals hang people out to dry for poaching allegations before any convictions are made. What happened to 2-sides to every story? Or innocent until proven guilty? Or, let him without fault cast the first stone? And it annoys me the way people blow violations out of proportion--the way some people act you’d think that someone who shot a squirrel out of season is the equivalent of a child rapist. Let’s keep things in perspective.     The thing is… I appreciate the sincere effort and skill that goes into the production of Montana Wild films. I truly feel, whether they made mistakes or not, that they have a sincere love of the outdoors and a passion for presenting a positive message about hunting to the world at large. You can see it in their films. And frankly, I feel a responsibility to share their side of the story because I’m not perfect. Aron Snyder isn’t perfect. We’ve all done stupid and ignorant things--and I’d like to think that someone would give me the chance to share my story if the roles were reversed.    And I think that it’s an important discussion to have. If I’m being completely and totally honest I harbor a natural wariness and a minor lack of trust for law enforcement personnel that I don’t personally know--and it’s not because I’m guilty of something--it’s primarily due to the imbalance of power. I think it’s good to talk about these things.    In the end, I want there to be trust and respect between fish and wildlife personnel and hunters at large. I never want to see an “us” vs. “them” mentality at play. I want to see mutual trust, shared goals and genuine appreciation between all of us.    Take a listen to this podcast and let me know what you think. And if you’re interested, and want to see some good elk hunting film go and buy Montana Wild’s new video, “The Outliers.”

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we give our third update on our 2017 Archery Elk Hunt with A-ron Snyder. We talk Giardia, Navigatioin, Survival, Elk, Sketchy Wind and more. In case you missed the first two updates go check out Episodes 283 & 284. 

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we give our third update on our 2017 Archery Elk Hunt with A-ron Snyder. We talk Giardia, Navigatioin, Survival, Elk, Sketchy Wind and more. In case you missed the first two updates go check out Episodes 283 & 284. 

Round Two: On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we give an update on our 2017 Archery Elk Hunt with Cousin Ben Morris and A-ron Snyder.

In this episode Aron drops some knowledge on how Easterners can up their Western hunting game.  You can also check out Aron on the Gritty Bowmen at http://www.grittybowmen.com/ and the Kifaru packs at kifaru.net Dont forget to Click Subscribe for weekly updates on our channel! Follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/NaturalBornH... Follow us on Instagram @naturalbornhunter Use code "nbh20" at MTN Ops for a 20% discount on your purchase at http://getmtnops.com/ Looking for some nice glass? Check out Maven Optics @ http://mavenbuilt.com/  Be sure to use our promotion code "NBHgift" for a free gift with your purchase!