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Ep. 101: Bowhunting Whitetails in the Appalachian Range with David Miller Nov 19, 2019

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On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, I’m joined by David Miller, founder of Appalachian Range and a bowhunter from the mountains of West Virginia. David has a well known track record for taking some giant mountain bucks in some unforgiving country. We talk about David's 2019 season chasing a 9.5 year old buck, lessons learned, adapting to the circumstances and figuring out these big mountain bucks. In addition, the giveaway winners are announced!

Topics:

Background and evolution as a hunter

Appalachian Range

Hunting West Virginia

Deer hitting their genetic potential

Why aren’t the deer on the tops?

His 2019 buck story

Public vs. Private

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Ep. 100: Rutcation in the PA Wilds with Chris Derrick and Dan Hruska // Sitka Gear Nov 12, 2019

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On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, I’m joined by Chris Derrick, Whitetail Product Manager for Sitka Gear and Dan Hruska of HP Outdoors and freelance photographer/videographer. We discuss the beginning of our recent public land whitetail hunt in the Appalachian Mountains of Pennsylvania and everything surrounding that experience. In addition, there is some information in the introduction on some giveaways celebrating episode 100!

Topics:

100th episode giveaways

Current hunting update

Introduction to Dan Hruska and Chris Derrick

Outside impressions of hunting the Appalachian region

Adapting to the conditions

Keying in on food sources

Buck to doe ratio

Aggressive rut hunting tactics

First impressions of saddle hunting

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Ep. 099: Don't Get Stuck in the Rut with Clint Casper Nov 05, 2019

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On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, I'm joined by Clint Casper to talk all about the whitetail rut! Although we dive into some of the typical discussions around hunting the rut, this one is different. We talk about breaking down the phases of the rut, travel routes, a rut hunting mindset, tips for sitting all day and much more!

Topics

Clint’s rut plans

Breaking down the rut phases

Doe bedding vs. travel routes

Rut hunting mindset

November trail cameras

Tips for sitting all day

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@casperclint

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Ep. 098: Big Woods Rut Hunting with Joe Martonik Oct 29, 2019

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On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, I’m joined by my father, Joe Martonik to talk about hunting the rut in the big woods for mountain bucks. I've been wanting to get my Dad on for a long time, as he is arguably one of the most consistent successful hunters in the big woods. We talk all about hunting the pre-rut and rut phases of the season and some of his non-traditional strategies to being successful. Topics include still hunting on the ground, utilizing logging cuts, hunting scrapes and much more!

Topics:

Late October tactics - Scrapes

Logging Cuts

Hunting from the ground and still hunting

The frontal shot

Stand setups

Calling sequences

Peak rut hunting

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Ep. 097: Chasing Giant Mountain Bucks with Troy Pottenger Oct 22, 2019

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On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, I’m joined by Troy Pottenger to talk all about mountain bucks! Troy is from the mountains of Idaho and has consistently killed some of the biggest public land mountain whitetails that I’ve ever seen. Troy and I talk about his strategies for hunting these old monarchs and how they can be applied to hunting the Appalachian Mountains, as well.

Topics

Introduction to Troy

Idaho Mountain Bucks

Logging Cuts

Hunting Scrapes

Wind and Thermals

Calling and scents

Stand setups

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@mtn_man33

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Ep. 096: Goals and Strategies for Hunting Whitetails with Clint Campbell // Truth from the Stand Oct 16, 2019

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On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, I'm joined by my buddy Clint Campbell of the Truth from the Stand Deer Hunting podcast. We dive into what our whitetail seasons are looking like, goals, strategies and much more! This is a great start as to what will be many podcasts geared towards hunting whitetails and especially the elusive mountain buck!

Topics:

Learning curve hunting new areas

Transition areas

Adapting to the fresh sign

Being aggressive vs. conservative

Hunting scrapes

Clint’s Iowa trip

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@truthfromthestand

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Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order!

MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik

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Ep. 095: Hunt Recap and Gear Breakdown // Idaho Elk Hunt Series Oct 14, 2019

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On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, this is the fifth and final episode of the semi-live Idaho Elk Hunt series of podcasts recorded on my recent DIY elk hunt. I sit down with Justin Mueller and Michael Paladino to reflect on the entire hunt and break it down to discuss what we thought we did good and bad, and what gear worked the best and what we want to upgrade for the next trip.

Resources:

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@hallamjohn19

Facebook:

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Partners:

Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available.

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Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order!

MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik

Exodus is building cameras that are built to last. With an industry leading 5 year warranty that covers even lost and stolen cameras; they're worth checking out!

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Ep. 094: Rut Fest and Campfire Stories // Idaho Elk Hunt Series Oct 09, 2019

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On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, this is the fourth episode of the semi-live Idaho Elk Hunt series of podcasts recorded on my recent DIY elk hunt. I sit down with Justin Mueller, Michael Paladino and Mason Martonik to talk about the absolute rut fest that Michael was in, Mason going to full draw, introduction to Don Bullio and much more!

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@mpaladino27

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Partners:

Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available.

Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2

Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order!

MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik

Exodus is building cameras that are built to last. With an industry leading 5 year warranty that covers even lost and stolen cameras; they're worth checking out!

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Ep. 093: The Six Point Bull with John Hallam // Idaho Elk Hunt Series Oct 08, 2019

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On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, this is the third episode of the semi-live Idaho Elk Hunt series of podcasts recorded on my recent DIY elk hunt. I sit down with southern Ohio boy, John Hallam to talk about his journey into western hunting which ultimately led to him killing a great bull solo this year just days before we arrived. I met John through this podcast and after this hunt, I look forward to getting to hunt with him again soon.

Resources:

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@justinmuellerphotography

@mpaladino27

@masonmartonik

@hallamjohn19

Facebook:

Shop new apparel! Free koozie with every order over $30 for a limited time.

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Partners:

Use code eastmeetswest to get 20% off of the most comprehensive elk hunting course available.

Healthy, great tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping on orders over $99. http://lddy.no/7og2

Top quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Listen to the podcast for a special code to get a free gift with your next order!

MTN OPS is the leader in providing science based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. https://glnk.io/mw0/beaumartonik