Elk Talk

Planning your 2025 Elk Season | Episode 140 Feb 03, 2025

Corey and Randy talk about changes to elk hunting seasons in 2025, deadlines for tags drawings, Colorado changing their draw in 2028, moisture patterns and antler growth in arid states, moon phases, burning points in years with the best conditions, harmful legislation across the west, and the normal string of rabbit holes and anecdotes related to elk hunting.

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Elk Hunting in 2025 | Episode 139 Jan 13, 2025

In this episode (#139) of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy welcome in the new year with a discussion about migration hunts, putting more elk on the mountain, what do we mean when we say "access to elk" and how can we do that, better habitat on public lands, and the threats of elected officials proposing to dispose of the Federal lands so many of us use for our elk hunting.

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A 2024 Post-season Wrap | Episode 138 Dec 28, 2024

Corey and Randy happen to be recording a few hours after the Idaho non-resident tag circus. Topics covered include the Idaho non-resident tag purchase system, the effectiveness of "scarcity marketing," the benefits of resident OTC opportunities, more elk means more opportunity for all, focus putting elk on the mountain, Randy's MT elk season finale, AZ tentative elk tag numbers, Commission action or Legislative action, value of keeping a journal, and other viewer questions.

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Access to Elk; Complications Abound | Episode 137 Dec 07, 2024

Corey and Randy talk about the complications of inaccessible elk, for whatever reasons it happens. What makes elk less accessible, or more accessible? Complications of public hunting pressure and elk displacement to private land, too many cow tags result in a lower harvest, too many elk as a "neighbor problem," why hunting access to private land is so important, working landowners versus amenity ranch collectors, what options exist for game managers, is the public hunter's role limited, ideas to disperse congregated elk, and a discussion of may tangents combined with a few elk hunting stories.

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Rifle Elk Season Recap | Episode 136 Nov 26, 2024

In this episode (#136) of the Elk Talk Podcast Corey and Randy are talking about plans for 2025, some stories of Corey's Idaho rifle hunting, some tidbits on Randy's trip to help with a Nevada elk hunt, and a lot of talk about habitat, conservation, and examples of states that have put more elk on the landscape with the benefit of volunteers, advocates, and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. Also a few sidebars about Randy turning 60 and the benefits/detriments of an aging elk hunter.

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Difficulties of Post-Rut Elk Hunting | Episode 135 Nov 18, 2024

Randy and Corey talk through the struggles of post rut hunts. Randy recaps his most recent trip in Idaho with the RMEF sweepstakes "win a hunt" winner and a string of llamas. Randy and Corey discuss the tradeoffs between managing for opportunity and managing for trophy potential, and appreciate the opportunity to have over the counter public land tags. Corey talks about opening day in Idaho.

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RMEF on Conservation, Access, and Advocacy | Episode 134 Oct 30, 2024

In this Episode (#134) Randy sits down with Kyle Weaver, President and CEO of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. In addition to a call to action on Colorado's I-127 ballot initiative, topics are many, covering how RMEF does it's work, priorities for RMEF, hunting advocacy, how land gets conserved, efficiency with each dollar, volunteerism, reputation as capital, and many other discussions explaining how RMEF has accomplished so much in just 40 years.

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Mid Season Elk Stories and Surprises | Episode 133 Oct 21, 2024

In this episode (#133) of Elk Talk Podcast Corey and Randy overcome some scheduling difficulties to share each other's stories of the season, including some new lessons learned, some mistakes made, some big surprises, overcoming hot temps and full moons, the difficulty of patterning an old bull, and enough successful hunts to make the season a big win. Also a call to action for the Colorado ballot initiative.

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Early Season Listener Q&A | Episode 132 Sep 11, 2024

In this episode of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy sort through the many listener emails that relate to early season elk hunting. Topics covered include an update on the season so far, balancing age/health/conditions/desires, gutless method questions, tactic changes due to rain, fire displacement of elk, why we want more elk on the mountain, archer questions about basic rifle setup, shooter error or equipment problem, when water is too abundant, forage concentrations with non-migratory elk, bedded bugling bulls, and a lot of other topics to get excited about elk season.

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Elk, Voting, Finances, and Other Listener Questions | Episode 131 Aug 15, 2024

Corey and Randy are getting ready for elk season. A variety of listener questions are discussed, including elk walking through your camp, calling in a grizzly bear, invisible and abundant mountain lions, Colorado ballot initiative, every hunter should vote, hunter dating app, Dave Ramsey's hunting advice, how to identify a bedded bull, and a ton of other colorful sidebars.

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Getting Ready for Elk Season 2024 | Episode 130 Jul 26, 2024

In this episode (#130) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy are together in Bozeman and talking about the upcoming elk season, and few legislative proposals that might impact elk hunting. Topics include making Idaho general tags a draw for non-residents, non-resident application fee increase for Wyoming, workout updates, breaking in your feet, hunting cow elk by finding forage, non-resident tag allocations on public land, 10th Amendment and state-based wildlife models, private land v. public wildlife, Randy's list of hunting storylines, and a lot of other topics

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Listener Questions on Hunting Failures | Episode 129 Jul 09, 2024

In this episode (#129) of Elk Talk Podcast Randy and Corey are taking a lot of viewer questions. Topics covered include their season plans for 2024, solo elk calling challenge, set-up mistakes, Randy's elk hunting E-Guide, two basics of elk calling, why elk bed where they do, elk depend on their nose, elk do nothing randomly, find elk where they are thermoregulating, not all ridges are equal, black bear predation on elk calves, quality habitat reduces predation impacts, and other audience questions.

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Elk Calling, Elk Advocacy & Other Elk Topics | Episode 128 Jun 25, 2024

Corey and Randy are at the Total Archery Challenge in Big Sky Montana. Corey and the best elk callers in the world are there for RMEF's world elk calling championship. Topics covered include elk calling, Colorado change to OTC archery elk tags, Colorado elk advocates, taking action, what advocacy looks like, state-based wildlife models in America, holding Trustees accountable, how to fund revenue lost from non-residents, balancing science and social demands, and many other tangents semi-related to elk hunting.

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Mentally Tough Elk Hunters with MTN TOUGH | Episode 127 Jun 04, 2024

Corey and Randy host Dustin Diefenderfer of MTN TOUGH. Topics covered include Dustin's hunting passions, archery elk hunting, the "packout from hell," cardio versus strength, and the obvious benefits of physical preparation for elk hunting, yet goes far deeper into the mental aspects of hunting and health. Randy explains being an adult-onset fitness adopter, fitness for the busy traveler, and a mix of hunting issues through the lens of age, hunting, and mental challenges.

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Working For More Elk, Habitat, and Access | Episode 126 May 20, 2024

In this episode (#126) of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy are taking up the discussion after a weekend with 600 of RMEF's volunteers. Topics include shed antler seasons and issues, winter ranges off-limits, access to elk, growing private land elk populations, shrinking public land elk numbers, one-size-fits-all really fits none, Wyoming and Nevada elk management examples, elk advocates where there are no elk, new age of fire cycles, and a ton of other topics related to putting more elk in the hills and creating more access to elk.

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RMEF Co-Founder Charlie Decker, American Treasure | Episode 125 May 08, 2024

Corey and Randy share the mic with Charlie Decker, one of four co-founders of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. Recorded at the 40th Anniversary of RMEF, the topics covered include how it all started, the early failures, rough times, near bankruptcy, strain on marriages, perseverance, doing what you say you'll do, amazing volunteers, seeing a dream come to fruition, all told in Charlie's hilarious manner and sense of humor.

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Our Crystal Ball Projections for Elk Hunting | Episode 124 Apr 22, 2024

Corey and Randy explore many off-season topics related to elk hunting information, various state deadlines, money generated by point schemes, deflating your points, the future of OTC tags, changes to point systems and point creep, slanting the table to well-heeled hunters, Wyoming setting the bar for non-resident elk fees, population explosion in Rocky Mountain states, the folly of point systems, correlation between technology and success rates and opportunity, and many other tangents important to elk hunting.

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Are Wildlife Trustees Qualified? Or Not? | Episode 123 Apr 01, 2024

Randy and Corey follow up on a listener email where a Colorado Wildlife Commissioner claimed that State Trusteeship of Wildlife is legal fiction. In addition to updates on the deadlines for MT, CO, and UT, topics covered include qualification to be a wildlife trustee, do we want a Federal wildlife system, the laws/cases/Constitutional basis for our current state-based wildlife systems, Trustees ignoring their duties, how we got the the current systems we have, and many other topics that impact how wildlife gets managed and how opportunity gets allocated.

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Our Five Elk Hunting Mistakes | Episode 122 Mar 21, 2024

Corey and Randy discuss a variety of topics to include Randy's Top Five Elk Hunting Mistakes, scientific selection of a hunting unit versus choosing an area that fits your hunting style, what criteria to use for selecting a unit, hunter density, success rates can be deceiving, Montana's crazy draw structure, is everything the Game & Fish agency's fault, some examples of successful advocacy, Corey's wolf hunting update, and the usual string of distractions and tangents.

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Elk, Applications, Policy, Gear, and Fitness | Episode 121 Mar 04, 2024

In this episode (#121) of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey has recovered from his trade show virus and joins Randy to solve a lot of elk hunting issues. Topics covered include upcoming draws in New Mexico, Montana, and Colorado, updates on some legislation proposals in Colorado, Idaho, and Wyoming, more animals equal opportunity, potential loss of OTC in Colorado impacts every state, Randy's fitness update, mental fortitude, and a lot of other banter, most of which relates to elk hunting.

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Listener Q&A and Arizona Deadlines | Episode 120 Feb 05, 2024

In this episode (#120) of Elk Talk Podcast, Randy and Corey take a lot of listener questions and try to answer them by category. Also touched is a reminder of the Arizona draw deadline. Other topics are western state population increases, Randy's Arizona choices, non-resident fee increases, Washington wildlife commission craziness, Colorado ballot initiative, Randy's Marriage 101 seminar, fitness for aging hunters, No Plan B, and a ton of other rabbit holes.

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Wanna Hunt Elk in 2024; Listen Up! | Episode 119 Jan 16, 2024

In this Episode (#119) Corey and Randy come back from the Holiday break to discuss big changes to the elk application process, specifically big changes in Wyoming. Also covered is the huge threat to hunting from a Colorado Ballot Initiative, how to increase tag numbers, a technology hiccup by Corey's computer, and the normal banter that any good episode deserves.

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Transition From Hunting Season To Tag Season | Episode 118 Dec 15, 2023

In this episode of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy cover the transition from hunting season to planning season. Topics covered include draw seasons, Alaska elk, Wyoming fee increases, Randy's problem with floor jacks, trends in Idaho elk applications, hunting tactics for late season elk, Randy's hope that Arizona elk cooperate, and the normal host of tangents and other obscure stories.

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The Most Brutal Packout Ever – “Reaching Your Peak” Episode 10 Nov 29, 2023

In this Episode of the "Reaching Your Peak" mini-series, (Episode #10), we have another story/lesson from Corey Jacobsen.

Randy joins Corey once again in this episode, as Corey shares the story of an tough archery elk hunt in Oregon from 2014.

The hunt itself was tough, but getting the elk back out to the road proved to push Corey’s limits. There may be been more extreme packouts, but none with as heavy of a pack for as long of a distance as Corey experienced on this hunt.

“Reaching Your Peak” will be published every other week, to fill in the gap between regular ElkTalk Podcast episodes. In this new mini-series, Corey will be sharing stories from his past elk hunts, and then detailing a strategy or tactic that was instrumental in the success of that hunt – or a lesson learned that has helped shape the way he hunts elk.

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Singing The Post Rut Blues | Episode 117 Nov 13, 2023

In this episode (#117) of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy talk about their post-rut rifle hunts and the common observations. Topics covered include why the post-rut is so difficult, the many forms of sanctuary, technology and success rates, non-resident elk tags in Idaho, making your dream hunts reality, increasing your draw odds, who gets first shot, and a lot of other tangents stemming from listener emails.

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Transition From Archery To Rifle Season Tactics | Episode 116 Oct 31, 2023

In this episode (#116) of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy finally match calendars and give updates about Kentucky, Idaho, and some other trips. Topics focus on the transition to rifle seasons of the post-rut and late season. A few tangents get drawn out concerning motorcycle wrecks in the mountains, marital and premarital advice for elk hunters, and the principles of elk hunting applied to coaching basketball. Fun stuff.

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Early Season Update 2023 | Episode 115 Sep 18, 2023

In this episode of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey has returned from New Mexico and Randy has returned from Idaho. These two hunts are covered in detail, along with hunting in grizzly country, cooking grouse, and having a great hunting partner like Donnie.

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Perseverance Pays Off – “Reaching Your Peak” Episode 9 Sep 11, 2023

In this Episode of the "Reaching Your Peak" mini-series, (Episode #9), we have another story/lesson from Corey Jacobsen.

And by popular demand, Randy joins Corey once again, as Corey shares the story of an unforgettable Idaho archery elk hunt from 2007.

The hunt was brutal, and it came down to the last day, when Corey decided to go deep in search of elk. In fact, he ended up 7 miles from the truck before encountering an elk, an encounter that he rushed and messed up. Defeated, he hangs his head and starts the long, painful hike back to the truck…

“Reaching Your Peak” will be published every other week, to fill in the gap between regular ElkTalk Podcast episodes, from now until the first part of October. In this new mini-series, Corey will be sharing stories from his past elk hunts, and then detailing a strategy or tactic that was instrumental in the success of that hunt.

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Elk Season Needs to Get Here, Soon! | Episode 114 Sep 04, 2023

In this episode (#114) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy are getting ready for archery elk season. Topics covered are a influenced by Randy's pre-season elk fever, and include fat summer elk, lush forage and elk dispersal, E-scouting challenges on wet years, calling in heavily roaded areas, cow elk forage options, summer shooting practice, packing an elk with broken collar bone, Randy's dog story, empty freezers make for hungry hunters, remaining tag options for this season, budget priorities for elk hunting, roll your own coffee, and a ton of other topics to pass the time until season opens.

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The Bump and Charge Calling Tactic – “Reaching Your Peak” Episode 8 Aug 28, 2023

In this Episode of the "Reaching Your Peak" mini-series, (Episode #8), we have another story/lesson from Corey Jacobsen.

This time, Randy joins Corey, and is able to press Corey to share more details from the hunt, as well as the tactic that brought the bulls close to Corey. And the tactic they discuss in this episode is one that evolved from an “almost” botched hunt that took place nearly 25 years ago.

During that hunt, Corey had been chasing a herd bull and his cows up the mountain, and as he was hiking up the ridge behind the herd, he unknowingly ended up above a completely different herd. With the thermals moving down the mountain, the cows in that herd winded him and busted down the mountain. Unsure what was going on, the bull that was lagging behind that herd bugled to his cows, and Corey learned a valuable lesson about a herd bull and his scattering cows…

“Reaching Your Peak” will be published every other week, to fill in the gap between regular ElkTalk Podcast episodes, from now until the first part of October. In this new mini-series, Corey will be sharing stories from his past elk hunts, and then detailing a strategy or tactic that was instrumental in the success of that hunt.

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Herd Bulls Are A Different elk | Episode 113 Aug 21, 2023

In this episode of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy are joined by Donnie Drake and his repertoire of Dad Jokes. Topics covered include how Donnie and Corey set up their team calling situations, when to cow call versus bugle, calling satellites versus herd bulls, motorbike wrecks, Randy crashing his Dad's truck, Corey's new elk film, where bulls stage in pre-rut, explanation of bull behavior through the entire rut phase, big bulls getting chased off by smaller older bulls, and a lot of other nuggets for archery elk season.

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Pre-Season Hunting Primer | Episode 112 Aug 07, 2023

In this episode of Elk Talk Podcast, Randy and Corey are at the Total Archery Challenge in Utah to do a fundraiser for the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. In this podcast cover many pre-season topics to include early season opener dates, tactics for pre-rut archery, hot weather issues and strategies, traveling bulls after velvet rub cow call or bugling, aggressive or passive, first legal elk or hold out for an old bull, elk hunter vision, focusing on forage or water, let the elk tell you what they prefer, and a ton of other points about pre-rut archery elk.

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The Frontal Shot on Elk – “Reaching Your Peak” Episode 7 Aug 03, 2023

In this Episode of the "Reaching Your Peak" mini-series, (Episode #7), we have another story/lesson from Corey Jacobsen.

This week, Corey shares the story of an elk encounter – a most-unexpected elk encounter – while archery hunting for elk in Idaho in 2008. His hunting partner, Donnie, had forgotten a key piece of elk hunting equipment back at the truck on that particular morning, so Corey offered his gear to Donnie, leaving him quite unprepared for what happens next.

But that’s not the lesson shared in this story. While remembering critical gear is always an important part of any hunt, the lesson learned on this hunt goes much deeper. And Corey tackles the topic, head-on.

“Reaching Your Peak” will be published every other week, to fill in the gap between regular ElkTalk Podcast episodes, from now until the first part of October. In this new mini-series, Corey will be sharing stories from his past elk hunts, and then detailing a strategy or tactic that was instrumental in the success of that hunt.

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Technology; Help, Hindrance or Ho Hum? | Episode 111 Jul 24, 2023

In this episode of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy get into a deep discussion of how technology forces game agencies to adapt to protect the resource. Topics mentioned cover digital maps, game cameras, long distance equipment, vehicles, ATVs, the internet, and many other tech topics. We embrace technology and always have. What does that mean for the elk herds we cherish?

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Expectations and Perspective – “Reaching Your Peak” Episode 6 Jul 19, 2023

In this Episode of the "Reaching Your Peak" mini-series, (Episode #6), we have another story/lesson from Corey Jacobsen.

This week, Corey shares the story of his first out-of-state elk hunt, a hunt that took place in a premiere unit in Arizona in 2005. He shares the details of how they filled 3 archery tags in 4 days on mature 6-point bulls, which includes many valuable lessons. But the biggest lesson of all, was one he learned the hard way.

Fortunately, 3 years later, Corey again drew an archery elk tag in Arizona, and this time, was able to redeem the mistakes he made on his first hunt there…

“Reaching Your Peak” will be published every other week, to fill in the gap between regular ElkTalk Podcast episodes, from now until the first part of October. In this new mini-series, Corey will be sharing stories from his past elk hunts, and then detailing a strategy or tactic that was instrumental in the success of that hunt.

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The Madness of Midday Elk Hunting – “Reaching Your Peak” Episode 5 Jul 03, 2023

In this Episode of the "Reaching Your Peak" mini-series, (Episode #5), we have another story/lesson from Corey Jacobsen.

This week, Corey shares the story of his Idaho archery elk hunt in 2010 with his hunting partner, Donnie Drake. A herd bull gives them the slip early in the morning, and they are tricked by the echoing bugles in the narrow canyon they are hunting. This leads them to the wrong side of the canyon, where they are met with silence...until 12:30 p.m.

With the herd bull on the main ridge clear across the drainage, there is only one option, and it involves a lot of hiking. But with the bull being bedded down for the afternoon, their chances of getting in close have now increased, and they are in for an incredible "Midday Madness" experience!

“Reaching Your Peak” will be published every other week, to fill in the gap between regular ElkTalk Podcast episodes, from now until the first part of October. In this new mini-series, Corey will be sharing stories from his past elk hunts, and then detailing a strategy or tactic that was instrumental in the success of that hunt.

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Elk Hunter; A Lifetime Craft | Episode 110 Jun 28, 2023

In this episode of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy are at the Total Archery Challenge where Corey is getting ready for the World Elk Calling Championship. Lots of topics covered; committing to a life of elk hunting, Elk Hunter v. those who want to go elk hunting, honing your craft, mental checklists, rifle hunting is easier, technology benefits, when to draw, perfecting the setup, how much to E-scout, using historical imagery, creating options, and lots of other good elk talk.

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“Reaching Your Peak” (Episode #4) Jun 19, 2023

In this Episode of the "Reaching Your Peak" mini-series, (Episode #4), we have another story/lesson from Corey Jacobsen.

This week, Corey shares the story of an Idaho archery elk hunt from 2004 with his good buddy, David Burdette. Frustration leads them to apply a lesson from high school geometry on a tight-lipped, uninterested bull elk. The results, and the ending to this story, just might surprise you...

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The Year 'Round Elk Hunter | Episode 109 Jun 12, 2023

In this episode of the Elk Talk Podcast (Episode 109), Corey and Randy talk about many off season topics and answer listener questions. Topics covered include archery elk setups, Randy's amateur mistake, family hunting vacations, overcoming health issues, helping with predator management, teaching elk hunting, why cow elk are where they are, and many other rabbit holes.

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“Reaching Your Peak” (Episode #3) Jun 05, 2023

In this Episode of the "Reaching Your Peak" mini-series, (Episode #3), we have another story/lesson from Corey Jacobsen.

This week, Corey shares the struggles he faced trying to call in elk during his 2016 New Mexico hunt with Randy Newberg. His perseverance and persistence were challenged, and he had to dig deep to pull off a successful hunt. He shares the details of the hunt, as well as guidelines for when it might be time to switch gears...

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Elk Calving, Calf Predation, and Adventure Hunts | Episode 108 May 29, 2023

In this episode of the Elk Talk Podcast (Episode 108), Corey and Randy are taking viewer questions that cover a lot of topics, including bull:cow rations, what we look for in General units, calving periods and predation, why quality habitat matters, commitment to dream hunts, hard winters impact September elk locations, Oregon herd dynamics, Idaho draw details, cow elk hunting, being a parent of teenagers, why picking shed antlers, RMEF access projects, and many other sidebars that are slightly related to elk hunting.

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“Reaching Your Peak” (Episode #2) May 22, 2023

In this Episode of the "Reaching Your Peak" mini-series, (Episode #2), we have another story/lesson from Corey Jacobsen.

This week, Corey shares the story of his 2009 Idaho archery elk hunt, where he and hunting partners Donnie Drake and Dave Perry tag out on 3 herd bulls in the same meadow in a 24-hour period! Corey breaks down how this hunt came together, and explains that while an argument could be made for this day ranking right up there with one of his best days of elk hunting, it would be hard to deny that this exact day would probably be the best day “for” elk hunting…

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NEW Mini-Series: “Reaching Your Peak” (Episode #1) May 08, 2023

Welcome to "Reaching Your Peak", a new elk hunting podcast mini-series of the Elk Talk Podcast! “Reaching Your Peak” will be published every other week, to fill in the gap between regular ETP episodes, from now until the first part of October. In this new mini-series, Corey Jacobsen will be sharing stories from his past elk hunts, and then detailing a strategy or tactic that was instrumental in the success of that hunt.

To kick things off, Corey shares the story of his 1999 Idaho archery elk hunt, and recalls the encounter he and his hunting partner had with a very intoxicated man at a local gas station during their hunt. It turns out, the elk hunting advice shared by this random stranger nearly 25 years ago may have had much more value than they originally thought…

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Millions of Acres Waiting for Elk Hunters | Episode 107 May 02, 2023

In this episode of the Elk Talk Podcast (Episode 107), Corey and Randy talk about how to open millions of acres of state land to improve better hunting access. They answer the repeated question - NO, turkey hunting is NOT elk hunting, and then get on to many other topics related to shed hunting, a wolf hunting story, using tools to E-scout for sheds, glassing strategies, cow elk forage and nutritional needs, and many other listener questions.

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Wildlife Abundance; It's The Habitat Apr 03, 2023

In the episode (#106) of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy answer reader questions about impacts this tough winter will have on elk numbers. Topics covered include the brutal winter of 2022-23, tag adjustments, benefits to arid elk states, the habitat consequences of human development, "Mother Nature" no longer exists, Colorado draw deadline, Corey's wolf hunting, get out and manage your wolves, the value volunteers, habitat is the bottom line, abundance thinking for wildlife and habitat, increasing access, advocacy for future hunters, and other topics generated by listener emails.

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Mid-winter Elk Blues & Application Topics Apr 01, 2023

In the Episode #105, Randy and Corey take listener questions , they talk about the hard winter of 2023, changes coming to Wyoming in 2024, resident growth in elk states hurting non-residents, pay attention when changes are discussed, will Montana ever simplify their licenses, burning points and having fun, aging elk hunters, and a bit of marriage advice from listener questions.

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Applications & Listener Questions | Episode 104 Mar 06, 2023

In this episode (insert episode #) of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy talk about Randy's misfortune in Portland. Other topics include applications in Arizona, Utah, Colorado, and Montana. Also covered are many listener questions and comments ranging from close encounters, to detailed questions on Colorado elk units, to the many ways we all make mistakes when filling our tag seems to be so close at hand, and many other rabbit holes that seem to come out of nowhere.

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The Great Migration and Tag Competition | Episode 103 Feb 20, 2023

In this episode (103) of Elk Talk Podcast, Randy and Corey take more listener questions. Topics covered include losing access and consequences to hunting, nothing happens in a vacuum, competition for tags, the great hunter migration to Idaho, what if Colorado ends OTC elk hunts, cow tags and opportunity, Destination Elk, Corey's wolf trapping, Randy's hunting pass, getting bulls closer, solo archery hunting, thick terrain shots, and many more rabbit holes.

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A Little Bit of Everything | Episode 102 Feb 06, 2023

In this Episode (#102) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy answer many viewer questions. Topics covered include Corey's diet, Randy's sugar problems, Arizona draw deadlines, moon phases, best archery dates, why not Washington, hunting thick timber, getting bulls to move those last few yards, black bear impacts on hunting locations and tactics, and some very irrelevant marriage advice for any aspiring elk hunter.

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Goals, Expectations and More - Episode 101 Jan 16, 2023

In this episode of Elk Talk Podcast, Randy grills Corey about his goals and expectations when he built the University of Elk Hunting. The course is designed to help elk hunters, as is this podcast. Topics covered include teaching rather than telling, the benefit of mistakes and failures, basic principles of elk education, investment in your knowledge base, generic questions deserve generic answers and Corey's mystery hunt for Randy. Go to OutdoorClass.com and use promo code ELKTALK if you want to learn more about the University of Elk Hunting.

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EPISODE 100! | Lessons Learned and Seasons Greetings Jan 02, 2023

EPISODE 100!–WE MADE IT! In this episode of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy answer more listener emails. Happy to be inside during the bitter cold, Randy and Corey cover joyful topics of a Christmas podcast, Randy's political promises, supportive spouse emails, hunting for adventure and intrigue, Corey's workout routine, holiday weight gain, determination trumps talent, how Randy's elk hunting benefited from being the worst basketball player of all time, determination and work ethic make good elk hunters, use all five fouls, don't leave anything on the table, and many other life lessons applied to elk hunting.

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The Band Is Back Together - Episode 99 Dec 19, 2022

Following some technology failures and Randy being sick, Corey and Randy FINALLY get a chance to answer listener questions. Topics covered include the Idaho non-resident draw debacle, the upcoming Alaska elk draw, changes happening in Wyoming and Colorado, what to expect for changes in 2023 and 2024, and other topics from listeners interested in elk hunting in 2023. Thanks for your patience.

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Corey and Randy's 2022 Season Wrap-Up Nov 20, 2022

In this episode (98), Corey and Randy wrap up the 2022 elk season with viewer questions, Corey's Idaho rifle elk hunt that went sour, and Randy's Montana hunt that could have gone better than ruining his lower lumbar. Topics covered include hunting partner nightmares, the importance of advocacy to hunting's future, the myth that conservation doesn't need hunting, electric chainsaws, bad mountain roads, llamas, backaches, getting old, and a lot of other funny topics where the humor comes at our expense.

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2022 Mid-Season Report Pt. 2 Oct 24, 2022

In this episode (97) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy find time to give another mid-season field report. With Randy fresh off two Wyoming elk hunts and Corey back from an Idaho elk hunt for Outfitters for Hope, the topics covered reflect on what has worked and what hasn’t worked. Success often provides helpful reminders, and no hunt is complete without a few failed efforts to reinforce lessons. Topics covered include bugling in the waning days of the peak rut, the benefits of calling whenever the urge strikes, using llamas, competing with horses, and knowing when to push harder or retreat for the next day.

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Corey and Randy's 2022 Mid-Season Recap Oct 17, 2022

In this episode (96) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy are in the middle of elk season and have a short time to catch up and compare notes. Corey and crew have been in Idaho and Colorado, with many archery encounters to share with listeners. Randy has been hunting Montana with a week diversion to Idaho to help his buddy Scott on a Supertag hunt. Many days afield always result in some good stories and valuable lessons to share with listeners. This midseason 2022 update is a story session worth listening to.

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Talkin' Elk Setups - A Pre-season Primer Aug 17, 2022

In this episode (95) of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy talk about the fine details of closing the deal when you have the close encounter. Topics covered include, wind tricks, what a bull is looking for when he comes in, that infamous "hang up" bull and what he is really doing, calling solo, the benefits of a team approach, and a lot of other topics Randy asks Corey that relate to archery elk hunting.

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Elk Hunt Options with Leftovers and OTC Options Jul 18, 2022

In this Episode (94) of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy are discussing what options exist to still hope for get a tag in Idaho, Colorado, Montana, and Nevada, which segways into the discussion of the impacts coming from increased resident population growth in the popular elk states. Additional topics include the ramifications of point buyers, Corey hunting from a treestand, when to hunt the Colorado archery season, benefits of forest thinning, moisture patterns and forecast, Colorado elk tag allocation efforts, offseason practice, changes to Montana coming, are these the good old days, being involved, and many other mid-summer topics for elk hunters.

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Elk Hunt Preparation with Trail Kreitzer Jul 04, 2022

In this episode (93) Corey and Randy talk with Trail Kreitzer of GOHUNT to discuss preparing for an elk hunt, E-scouting for archery versus rifle, what's in your pack that might not be in other packs, future elk hunters, increased competition for tags, problems with ignoring access, the future is built on habitat, ever see a subdivision get removed, once lost access seldom returns, who's speaking for the next generation, changed perspective as a parent, the rise of political influence on hunting, paying it forward, sharing information and how much to share, and a lot of other topics with a very successful elk hunter.

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Talking Colorado Elk Hunting and More Jun 20, 2022

In this episode (92), Corey and Randy talk about the Colorado elk draw results and the tag Corey drew, his hunt plan, viewer questions on Colorado, Wyoming changes to non-resident hunting tag allocation, population trends of elk states and related adjustments to non-resident tags, off-season prep, large elk in Michigan, when will point buyers start applying, Wyoming General tag options, the general nature of food patterns and specific nature of sanctuary patterns, and many other tangent issues, some not elk-related.

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Elk Talk Q&A - Don't Overthink It May 23, 2022

In this episode (91) of Elk Talk Podcast Corey and Randy answer listener questions, with topics including - overcomplicating elk hunting, don't over think it, Wyoming draw results and season plans, learning OTC units, researching elk forage information, elk calving and bear hunting, early antler growth, wrapping up the draw season, proven failure of preference point systems, 400 point bulls everywhere, use tactics suited for your hunting style, why elk are where they are, forage depends on the time of year, sizing your diaphragm call, don't call like a turkey, understanding transition ranges, and other random topics.

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Elk Success - Offseason Research & Planning May 09, 2022

In this episode (90) of Elk Talk Podcast Corey and Randy talk about the things they are doing in the offseason to learn more about elk. With tags soon to come out, E-scouting will start in earnest, requiring a lot of time spent with maps, science reports, moisture measurements, and all the other online tools to help understand what will influence elk behavior this year. Randy goes into deep detail about the food-related topics he is researching and preparing for his video series, knowing the early season, pre-rut, and peak rut periods are primarily influenced by food availability or scarcity. Add in a little shed antler adventure and this episode is a primer for your offseason research work.

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Hunting and Surviving - Knowledge Weighs Nothing Apr 18, 2022

In this episode (89) of Elk Talk Podcast, John Barklow of Sitka Gear joins Corey and Randy. John's 26 years in the Navy, much of that teaching survival in Alaska, makes John a great guest to discuss what went right and what went wrong on Corey's Alaska elk hunt. Extreme conditions in lonely terrain require a strong mental game and preparation. Topics covered include John's motto that knowledge weighs nothing, challenges of traversing steep terrain with heavy loads, backcountry illness, cold nights on the mountain, conditions for hypothermia, and a lot of other good information for comfort and success (and safety) on difficult backcountry hunts.

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Kentucky Elk - Conservation In Action Apr 04, 2022

In this episode (88) of The Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy share the mic with Gabe Jenkins, Director of Information and Education at Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources. This is an in depth discussion of how Kentucky developed the largest elk herd in the eastern US. Topics covered include the history or this transplant, the history of elk in Kentucky, public involvement in elk expansion, how it works with 90% private land, current population levels, efforts to expand within Kentucky, using this herd for seed stock in other states, hunting opportunities and how hunting is allocated, challenges ahead, and many other topics that show this grand endeavor as a real life example of Conservation In Action.

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Think Like An Elk with Remi Warren Mar 15, 2022

In this episode (87) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Randy and Corey are joined by Remi Warren who proclaims that September is for being loud. Topics covered are about elk, elk, and more elk. Remi talks about his preferred archery strategies, his aggressive calling, how to think like an elk, give bulls what they want to hear, how finding bulls is the hard part, how the setup is the key, you don't have to be a great caller to be a great elk hunter, and a lot more "Elk Talk Gold."

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Utah, New Mexico & a Late Winter Listener Roundup Mar 03, 2022

In this episode (86) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy take on a lot of random reader topics relevant to winter and application season. Those topics include Utah and New Mexico deadlines, burning points, shed antler facts, shed hunting complications and seasons, with it being application seasons, we do a round up of many quirks found in the western elk states, how tag allocations are made, legislators creating wildlife policy, elk move anticipating hunting pressure, impacts on regulation changes in neighboring states, how long is too long of season, travel management plans to protect elk, volunteering for RMEF, and a list of other random topics that are relevant to the time of year and times of our society.

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Bulls for Billionaires & Blow Up The Point Schemes Feb 07, 2022

In this episode (85) of Elk Talk Podcast Corey and Randy cover the Arizona draw system, including deadlines, fees, and how the system works. After that, the discussion goes to "Destination Elk," junking the western state point systems, what's your resident elk tag cost, Bulls for Billionaires, killing bulls to lower elk numbers, changes to non-resident tag allocations, wildlife resources for a specific business group, wolves and rainbows, Corey is a point creep, RMEF access and conservation works, changes to existing point systems, "Commit or get," grassroots in Washington state, missing deadlines, sitting on a cactus, world's best grouse seasoning, and other random ramblings on a cold February morning.

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Wyoming Elk Overview 2022 Jan 25, 2022

In this episode, Randy and Corey give their annual update about elk hunting in Wyoming and the details of the Wyoming limited entry draw process. Topics covered include deadlines, preference points, random draw chances, GENERAL tag options, season dates and allowed weapon types, point buyers and point creep, guide requirements, non-resident tag allocation formula, Special v. Regular draw, and all other things you need to apply in Wyoming for 2022.

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Destination Elk V4 and Peax Equipment Jan 24, 2022

In this episode, Corey and Randy have Brice Bishop and David Brinker as guests from Peax Equipment, sponsors of Corey's Destination Elk- Season 4. Topics covered include camp gear built for hunters and by hunters, the new concept for Destination Elk, nerding out on headlamps, weight versus comfort, why to use trekking poles, strong winds and tents, sleeping bags, teepee tents, the hard work required to film and edit seven different hunting camps as part of a single series, and other topics of camp gear.

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Elk Hunt Planning - Mapping and E-scouting Jan 03, 2022

In this Episode (82) Corey and Randy talk about what they do in the off season to research possible areas, looking at maps, trying to replicate the areas where you've seen elk, using maps for research, why you choose the camp you do, flexibility and mobility, define a sanctuary, differences in hunting pressure, value of boots on the ground, stuck in a funk, changing up what isn't working, best elk hunters you might never know, point buyers and point creep, and other topics for the upcoming elk applications and seasons.

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Hunting Spot Etiquette - Don't be that GUY Dec 22, 2021

In this episode Corey and Randy take up the topic mentioned previously, hunting spot etiquette and public land courtesy. Topics covered include sharing hunting spots, having spots shared, how to not ruin friendships, how to handle public land spots with strangers, First Come - First to Hunt doctrine, blocking trailheads, and a lot of tangents about upcoming seasons and applications.

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From Hunting Season to Planning Season Dec 06, 2021

In this episode (80) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy discuss how the 2021 season went for them and for the audience who has submitted questions. That turns the discussion to the 2022 planning season, including discussion of the Idaho non-resident elk tag gymnastics, the deadlines for Alaska and why Corey will never hunt elk there, what the 2022 elk forecast might be for Arizona, and Corey pries some mountain goat stories from Randy who gives a brief play-by-play to include his poor shooting talent at steep uphill angles, all wrapped by commentary about Montana declaring elk to be a species worth of obliteration.

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Elk Hunting Late Season in Bad Weather Nov 14, 2021

In this episode (79) of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy talk about late season elk hunting. Topics covered include weather and elements, safety and survival, what you don't know can kill you, learning the hard way, late elk behavior, bachelor groups are easier to find, hypothermia, basic to spend the night in the woods, changes to Colorado and Utah, deadlines for Idaho and Alaska, and other topics on the minds of elk hunters with late season tags.

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2021 Midseason Update Oct 20, 2021

In this Episode (78) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy get a chance to catch up for a midseason update. Topics covered include a lot of stories from Montana and Idaho, Donnie’s broken leg, heavy packouts, grouse tally, transition to post-rut and rifle seasons, lower elevation elk, last minute bulls, Destination Elk, Randy’s Montana moose, the unexpected turns of life, and a lot of other stories from a busy season of elk hunting.

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Alaska Dreams - Don't Hunt Elk Here Sep 23, 2021

In Episode 77 of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey is home from a harrowing Alaska Roosevelt archery elk hunt. Randy has been waiting for Corey's story since getting a picture with no details. This is a story you want to hear. A story about dreams, perseverance, risk-reward, foolish chances, being prepared for the unexpected, kidney stones, terrible weather, and some of the world's largest-bodied elk in some of the world's worst terrain.

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Preseason Primer - Talking Elk for the 2021 Season Sep 09, 2021

In this episode (76) Corey and Randy have a preseason session to discuss the 2021 elk season that launches by the time this episode drops. Randy chimes in from a temporary studio, apologizing for the bad audio, while Corey is fully loaded for Alaska archery elk. Topics covered include Alaska archery elk, luck better than hard work, prioritize physical condition or knowledge or both, mobile tactics better than setups, allocation between scouting days and hunting days, the Montana elk wars, spikes or old bulls, hunting as a conservation tool, and some sneak previews of what Corey and Randy have ahead.

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Building a Company for Hunters - PEAX Equipment Aug 28, 2021

In this episode (75) of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey talks with Brice Bishop of Peax Equipment. While Randy is in Nevada, Corey and Brice talk about manufacturing hunting-specific products for western mountain hunting. This is a story of building a hunting equipment company from nothing more than a great idea and a lot of hard work. Topics covered include listening to hunters, fulfilling their needs, developing products specific for what a hunter needs, building a mature brand to fulfill the mission of the company, and how a company can help improve conservation and access to hunting lands.

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LIVE Podcast from RMEF 2021 Mountain Summit Aug 01, 2021

In this podcast, Corey and Randy take the stage at the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Mountain Summit, where the audience receives a new Gerber knife for having the courage to ask a question that Corey and Randy try to answer. Questions asked include conservation opportunities, adult onset hunting, getting young hunters involved, too many hunters, the need to continue improving access, calling setups for archery elk, and a host of other sidebars the audience was not expecting.

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EP73: Hunting Elk in Fires, Smoke, and Droughts Jul 09, 2021

In this Episode (73) of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy are taking listener questions and reciting some experiences of recent elk seminars. Topics covered include Alaska elk hunting, smoke and elk, hunting new areas, food scarcity, what is the best elk forage, elk dispersal, calling for elk is not for turkeys, making elk hunting simple, eliminating where elk "ain't", most archery seasons are a food pattern, every elk movement is with intention and purpose, same elk on different landscape, thermo-regulation, and many other tangents.

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EP 72: Drought, Migrations, and Elk Jun 07, 2021

In this episode (72) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Randy and Corey dive into the topic of drought impacts on elk. This takes them into migratory v. non-migratory elk, how to E-scout for each, dispersal v. density, selecting the best sanctuaries based on weather and moisture, priority on highest quality food in drought years, data used for selecting OTC and general units, your archery setup, remaining tag options, and many other tangents.

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EP 71: Planning Season for Elk Hunting May 21, 2021

In this Episode (71) of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey interrupts Randy's Montana drawing results and with Randy's serious sinus infection they to try carry on a podcast about planning elk hunts now that tags are being issued. Topics covered include E-scouting differences for archery seasons compared to rifle seasons, eliminating where elk aren't, fall back options in Idaho and Colorado, cow elk hunting, how to pick up returned tags, no plan means paralysis, executing a plan and modifying your plan, World Elk Calling Championship, and a few reader questions mixed in.

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EP 70: Your Elk Hunt, It's Planning Season May 10, 2021

In this episode (70), Corey and Randy are answering listener questions and focusing on planning season. Now that tags are being drawn, we take questions that give our approach to planning a hunt. Topics covered include early archery season, how an E-scouting plan is developed, using rafts to escape the crowds, Corey's shed antler report, risk analysis while in the woods, selecting a general unit, what information is used to plan a hunt, and at listener request, a bit of marital advice.

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EP 69: Public Land Etiquette & Other Tangents Apr 16, 2021

In this Episode (69) of The Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy are again scanning listener questions and explaining their approach to many of the topics facing elk hunters. Tangents explored are public land etiquette for hunters and antler nuts, how to improve habitat for drought, drought impacts on hunting strategy, Randy's Five Periods of the Elk Calendar, some people need a wedgie, technology at our finger tips, remaining elk drawing deadlines, elk near roads, hackers took Randy's Facebook Page, and a host of other listener questions to round out the week.

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EP 68: Elk, Colorado & Questions Apr 03, 2021

In this episode (68) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy talk about the upcoming Colorado elk deadline and a host of other listener questions. Topics covered include, if Corey was King for a Day, R3 or access, selecting season dates, solo set-ups, nuances of thermals, barometric changes, elk and grizzlies, antler hunting, why some rules exist, elk/deer combo ideas, hunt a week straight or split your time, and a host of other random elk ramblings.

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EP 67: Listener Q&A and New Mexico Elk Apps Mar 14, 2021

In this Episode (67) of Elk Talk Podcast, Randy and Corey talk about the upcoming New Mexico deadline, along with a host of listener Q&As. Topic covered include the basics of New Mexico elk apps, Idaho rule change to lower DIY tag allocations, trail cams on winterkills, wolves impacting how elk behave, wolves less vocal, adaptive elk hunters, calling in November, what are edges, high elevation elk, growing the pie bigger, antler drop dates, and more listener question.

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EP 66: Elk Hunters as Advocates Mar 02, 2021

In this Episode (66) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy start taking viewer questions related to the recent flurry of legislation in western states that will impact hunting opportunity and elk. Before long Corey has point Randy down the legislative rabbit hole and they do and in depth discussion of where these bills are coming from, what hunters can do to improve the situation, and why the future likely has more legislative policy rather than less. Elk advocacy requires elk hunters speaking up for wild thing and wild places.

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EP 65: Hail to the Weekend Warrior Feb 12, 2021

In this episode (65) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy pay tribute to the amazing folks who consistently fill elk tags with only weekends to hunt. We admirably refer to them as Weekend Warriors. Topics covered include hunting on a budget, knowledge trumps gear, making due with what you have, making the most of a limited schedule, meat care concerns determine where/how you hunt, backpacks as an elk hunting tool, a primer for upcoming political podcasts, you can only buy a politician if he is for sale, and a host of other fun topics about elk and conservation.

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EP 64: Arizona Elk Strategy - Details and Drought Jan 20, 2021

In this episode (64) Corey and Randy go over all the details of applying for elk in Arizona. A complete discussion of the Arizona draw system is provided, along with some things to think about in a drought year such as 2021. Topics include draw system, points, strategy to increase your odds, mistakes to avoid, season dates, deadlines, setting realistic expectations, baking a bigger elk pie, starting young, allocating budgets, and a host of questions from listeners.

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EP 63: Wyoming Elk and Idaho Wolves Jan 06, 2021

In this Episode (63) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy discuss details of drawing elk tags in Wyoming and Corey gives the details of his Idaho wolf hunt. Topics covered include deadlines, point systems, point creep, general tags, non-resident tag allocation, costs, strategy for low point holders, wolf habits, managing predators, hunters' role in conservation, and other topics about hunting elk and wolves in Wyoming and Idaho.

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EP 62: Crowding - Residents and Non-residents Dec 19, 2020

In this Episode (62) Corey and Randy take listener questions and dive deep into the topic of shrinking herds and less opportunity, which leads to a discussion of non-resident allocation, crowding by residents, western tradition of blaming non-residents, why can states discriminate against non-residents, growing a bigger pie or fight over a smaller pie, putting more elk on the mountain, and issues we all consider when another hunter is at our favorite trailhead.

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EP61: Season Wrap up and Audience Q&A Dec 11, 2020

In this episode (61) of the Elk Talk Podcast Corey and Randy discuss an overview of the 2020 elk season and answer audience questions. Topics covered include muted rut, base your hunt dates on moon phase, tactics for silent elk, overthinking your situation, 2021 planning and changes to season dates, hunting for your own reasons, hunting new burns, and more topics that try to explain why 2020 was such a strange elk season.

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EP 60: Hunting the Peak Rut to Post-rut Transition Oct 19, 2020

In this Episode (60) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Randy and Corey catch up to discuss recent elk hunts during that transition from peak rut to post-rut. Topics covered include calling in October, second cycle rut, 2020 is a weird elk season, archery tactics for early rifle seasons, value of scouting, opening day strategy, elk change when the shooting starts, and other topics relevant to October elk hunting.

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EP 59: Mid-season Q&A – Where are the Elk? Oct 06, 2020

In this Episode (59) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy answer listener questions about what has been a strange year for elk vocalization and rut intensity. Topics covered include reports from Corey and Randy’s hunts so far, challenge versus locating bugles, where are the elk if I am seeing fresh sign, hunting pressure, transition from peak rut to post-rut, testing new equipment, second cycle cows, late season calling, did COVID cause crowding, where to camp in relation to elk, competition from cattle and sheep, and other questions that listeners are submitting this season.

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EP 58: Live from the Idaho Backcountry Sep 17, 2020

In this Episode (58) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Randy is in the Idaho backcountry with Kurt Howard, GM of Rocky Mountain Hunting Calls, while Corey is off chasing Oregon elk. Topics covered include an autopsy of what can go wrong and what must go right on a high pressure public land archery elk hunt, moon phases, weather impacts, what causes peaks in bugling activity, risky plans can go south, weather extremes, pardoning grouse, building animals calls, and a lot of other topics that recap a difficult archery elk hunt.

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EP 57: Pre-rut Elk Tactics Aug 24, 2020

In this Episode (57) of The Elk Talk Podcast, Randy and Corey take on many listener questions that are focused on hunting elk in the pre-rut period; early September. Topics covered include calling techniques, solo set up, dispersal after velvet rub, drought impacts, when the rut gets rolling, when to cow call, water attracts, variable moisture patterns, dry year post-rut patterns, knowing your plants, elk are picky eaters, where to find elk feed preferences, and a host of other topics that will help you find elk in a drought year across all seasons.

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EP 56: Elk-Specific Gear Aug 13, 2020

In Episode 56 of Elk Talk, Corey and Randy talk about some equipment specialized for elk hunting. Corey talks about his history designing elk calls, and Randy talks about his recent collaboration with Gerber. Corey goes into tactics of calling elk and setups in archery elk of late August and early September. Finally, they discuss using 3D maps for E-scouting elk.

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EP 55: Hunting Elk in Grizzly Country Jul 20, 2020

In this Episode (55) of The Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy take on the many questions listeners have about hunting elk in grizzly bear country. Some of the best elk hunting in the west is occupied by grizzlies, yet many avoid these areas. Topics covered include avoidance, clean camps, field dressing among bears, hanging quarters in camp, bear spray or sidearm, risky behaviors, bear densities, bear distribution, defense if attacked, and other topics that hopefully get you more comfortable hunting in grizzly country.

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EP 54: Elk Hunt With Llamas Jul 02, 2020

In this Episode (54) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy talk llamas and elk hunting with Beau Baty of Wilderness Ridge Trail Llamas. Topics covered include the history of llamas, maintenance in the backcountry, max loads, what they eat, how to rent them, conflicts with bears and wolves, where they can go, temperament, comparison to horses and goats, durability, longevity, trailering and transporting, and a ton of other questions that relate to renting high quality pack llamas for your elk hunting.

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EP 53: More Listener Q&A; All ELK Jun 08, 2020

In this episode (53) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy are again taking listener questions. Topics covered include which season dates to hunt, OTC every year or glory tags every ten years, llamas are your friend, learning your area, using OTC asyour fall back, too much pressure in Wilderness, low-point tags, how to get multiple tags each year, 350# of meat from a spike bull, heaviest loads, archers and muzzleloaders at the same time, glory tags, and many other questions listeners have submitted.

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EP 52: Tags, Point Creep, and Idaho Elk Hunting May 22, 2020

In this Episode (52) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy discuss elk hunting in Idaho and a summary of the tag application season. Topics covered include Idaho drawing systems, using ID as a safety net, deadlines, strategy to get the most value, long-term trends from preference point systems, point creep, reasonable expectations, new RMEF membership, and other topics that will make sure you go elk hunting in 2020.

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EP 51: Ticks, Tricks, RMEF & Oregon Applications May 08, 2020

In this Episode (51) of the Elk Talk Podcast Randy and Corey talk about ticks, disease, social distancing, new RMEF Sportsman Membership, Oregon elk applications and elk hunting, point systems a benefit or detriment, hunting multiple states, changing apps based on current info, predictive or historical strategies, over the counter ideas, point creep is expected, point buyers, getting your money's worth, we're all non-residents somewhere, a resident hunting perspective, and man other tangents having little to do with elk hunting.

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EP 50: Elk Talk To Answer Listener Questions May 01, 2020

In this Episode (50) of the Elk Talk Podcast Corey and Randy address some of the many questions they receive from listeners. Topics covered include limited-entry once a decade or OTC every year, no substitute for time in the woods, amazing weekend warriors, consistently successful elk hunters, tricks learned, know your landscape to know your elk, factors when choosing OTC units, what information matters, choosing places that fit your hunting style, move or stay, how long to wait, practice v. training, prepare for field situations, intuitive or purposeful, mental focus, thick brush, open country calling, let the elk determine the setup, and other listener questions.

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EP 49: Finding Elk - Maps, Terrain & Topography Apr 16, 2020

In this Episode (49) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Randy and Corey start talking about maps and other tools and end up covering more topics than imagined; what drives elk locations, topography, terrain, needs, time of year, investing in your knowledge, gear purchasing is a crutch, nothing beats experience, to kill and elk you have to find an elk, 90% of the elk are in 10% of the terrain, using maps to eliminate where elk aren't, and many other topics that will help you find elk at all times of the season.

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EP 48: Colorado Elk Hunting Opportunties Apr 01, 2020

In this episode (48) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy talk about elk hunting in Colorado. Topics covered include how to get a limited entry tag, deadlines, how the draw works, preference points, over the counter options, building points, point creep, season types and dates, long and short-term plans, costs, elk hunting access, and changes to the Colorado elk hunting regulations for 2020.

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EP47: Montana Elk Hunting and Tag Drawing Mar 27, 2020

In this Episode (47) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Randy and Corey solve their technology struggles to record a discussion about Montana elk hunting. Topics include, deadlines, how to get a tag, how the draw works, season lengths, general v. limited entry tags, areas to consider, grizzly bears, prices, why so complicated, why you should apply in MT, and lots of other ideas to consider before the April 1, 2020 deadline.

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EP 46: Get Your New Mexico Elk Tag Mar 03, 2020

In this Episode (46) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy give an overview of drawing your elk tag in New Mexico. New Mexico a great elk state, made better by not having a point system for non-resident applicants. Topics discussed are non-resident quotas, how the draw works, using all three choices, season dates, deadlines, strategies to improve your chances, and the quick overview that gets you started if New Mexico is on your list of elk states to hunt.

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EP 45 - 2020 Nevada & Utah Elk Tag Strategies Feb 20, 2020

In Episode 45 of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy cover all the details of applying for elk tags in Utah and Nevada. Topics covered include long-term strategies, realistic expectations, difficult draw odds, how the draw systems work, how the point systems work, general overview of season dates, budget allocations and priority, and other ideas new applicants should consider when adding Utah and Nevada to their application states.

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EP 44: Q&A - Wind, Thermals, and Gadgets Feb 02, 2020

In this Episode (44) of The Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy pick listener questions. Topics covered include wind, thermals, scent management, difference between wind and thermals, fooling an elk's nose, reading thermals, why the winds change, investment in your knowledge, no short cuts, gadgets as a substitute for experience, spend money on hunts first and gear later, and other topics from listeners who have sent comments.

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EP 43: Arizona Elk Drawing Reminder 2020 Jan 09, 2020

In this Episode (43) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy cover all aspects of getting an Arizona elk tag. And, if you don't get a tag at least how to build points for future years. Topics covered include how the draw works, short-term and long-term ideas, units that avoid the 10% non-resident cap, big tag reductions for 2020, build points for youth inexpensively, what season type gives you the best odds, why waiting may cost you, use both of your choices, how to get permanent bonus points, and a pile of other topics to help you hunt elk in Arizona.

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EP 42: Wyoming Elk Idea 2020 Jan 08, 2020

In this Episode (42) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Randy and Corey give an overview the Wyoming non-resident elk drawing for 2020. Big changes in draw dates, when refunds will be issued, all of which force hunters to make adjustments to how they apply in Wyoming for 2020. Also discussed are other Wyoming-centric topics such as grizzly bears, wilderness areas, archery seasons, General tags, archery seasons, and all things related to elk hunting in Wyoming.

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EP 41: The Dimestore Elk Hunter Dec 28, 2019

In this Episode (41) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy take questions that have been submitted by listeners. Topics covered include elk hunting budgets, how to apply in multiple states with a $1,000 budget, money-saving tips, prioritizing, analyzing ROI for each state applied for, top priority to find elk in each of the seasons of elk, how late do elk bugle, calling in October and November, and other tangents to topics submitted by listeners.

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EP: 40 - Wolves and Wolf Issues Dec 06, 2019

In this Episode (40) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy talk about wolves, wolf hunting, wolf management, wolf politics, some recent wolf hunts they have been on, wolf reintroduction, Colorado wolf issues, and more stuff about wolves. Yeah, a bit of elk hunting makes it into the conversation also.

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EP39: Elk Season Updates Nov 27, 2019

In this Episode (39) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Randy and Corey give an elk season update of where they have been and what has transpired. Topics covered include reports from public land elk hunts in Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Wyoming, New Mexico, both archery and rifle, ranging from early season hunts in late August to late season hunts in November.

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EP 38: Non-resident Hunters; Perspectives and Opinions Oct 18, 2019

In this episode (38) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy discuss non-resident hunters/hunting and how non-residents are often consider the problem of all things hunting related. Topics covered include, what NR hunters contribute, hunting as a non-resident, pricing disparity, allocation of opportunity, do we need someone to blame, vocal minority, want to pay more, and other topics that arise when talk trends toward sharing the hills with non-residents.

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EP 37: Discussion with Gerber Gear's Andrew and Karsson Sep 27, 2019

While Corey is out in the field, Randy sits down with Karrson Koivisto (Product Manager of Knives and Cutting Tools) and Andrew Gritzbaugh (GM and head of marketing) from Gerber Gear.

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EP 36: Meat Care in Hot Weather Sep 06, 2019

In this Episode (36) of The Elk Talk Podcast, Randy and Corey talk about the important issues of meat care in hot temps. Many people are rightfully concerned about caring for an elk during hot spells. Topics covered include having a plan, fast and furious to start, get the hide off, getting it cooled down, heat ruins meat, mass and heat transfer, wind and shade, teamwork, once it is cooled, hanging meat in warm temps, bone on or bone off, transporting it home, and many other topics that will make sure you meat gets out of the field and into your freezer in fine table condition.

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EP 35: Elk Hunting Q&A at Big Sky TAC event Aug 23, 2019

In this episode (35) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy are doing another live audience Q&A session from the Total Archery Challenge in Big Sky, MT. Topics covered include lots of elk calling questions, archery elk set up ideas and mistakes, transition ranges, cow elk hunting, importance of water compared to food, what makes a sanctuary, late season tactics, glassing when and where, RMEF public access initiatives, and many other audience questions related to elk and elk hunting.

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EP 34: Larry D. Jones and Ben Potter Aug 16, 2019

In this Episode of the Elk Talk Podcast (Episode 34), Corey and Randy have the incredible honor of sitting down with Elk Calling pioneer, Larry D. Jones. Joining Larry, Corey, and Randy is legendary film-maker, Ben Potter, of Cana Outdoors, who had the vision to bring one last installment of the Elk Fever video series to life.

Topics Covered:

-The original Elk Fever video series (1986)

-How Elk Fever 3 came to be

-Elk hunting in the 1980's

-Filming equipment in the 1980's

-How to capture the heart of a story through film

-Behind the scenes of Elk Fever 3

-Life lessons learned from elk hunting

-Overcoming adversity - in elk hunting and in life

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EP 33: Elk Calls and Conservation with Kurt Howard Aug 09, 2019

In this episode (33) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy are with Kurt Howard, co-owner of Rocky Mountain Hunting calls. Topics covered include elk calling, making elk calls, R&D on hunting calls, owning a hunting-based business, supporting conservation, calling contests, expanding to other hunting calls, knowing what works and when to use it, helping make better elk callers, practice when you can, the language of elk, and many topics related to owning a premium elk and hunting call business.

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EP 32: Cow Elk Hunting Strategies Aug 02, 2019

In this Episode (32) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy finally get to this long-promised episode about hunting cow/antlerless elk. Ideas covered include hunting for meat, excitement about taking any elk, raghorn or cow, lead cows are smart, hunting over water, calling for cows, archery season cow elk, late season cows, food is cow's year-round need, find the food and find the cows, winter range, transition range, weather-related movements, all food is not created equal, did we mention food sources, use water when it's scarce, hunt for your own reasons, and a long list of questions from listeners about cow elk hunting.

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EP 31: Elk Camp Q&A - Part 2 of 2 Jul 26, 2019

In this episode (31) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy are attending the RMEF Elk Camp in Park City, Utah where they are hosting their second live Q&A session. In this last of two live Q&A sessions, topics covered include aggressive calling strategies, calling in open terrain, spot and stalk, setting up on water, think about your set-up, dark timber elk densities, post-rut rifle tactics, what does a sanctuary look like, scout for cows to find the bulls, disappearing elk, scouting for rut areas, pack contents, magic circle of the rut, patience or aggression, hot weather tactics, and many other audience questions.

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EP 30: Elk Camp Q&A - Part 1 of 2 Jul 21, 2019

In this episode (30) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy have rejoined from a short summer respite and are attending the RMEF Elk Camp in Park City, Utah where they are hosting a live Q&A session with the audience. In this first of two live Q&A sessions, topics covered include calling strategies, set-up, disturbed elk, high pressured over-the-counter units, ideas for new elk hunters, resources for elk behavior, elk needs, advocating for elk, filming your hunts for memories, elk dispersal in wet years, early season elk tactics, cow elk ideas, and many more elk questions from the audience.

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EP 29: Spot & Stalk Elk with Ryan Lampers Jun 21, 2019

In this Episode (29) of The Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy share the mics with Ryan and Hillary Lampers of the Hunt, Harvest, Health podcast. Topics covered include healthy hunting, elk ninjas, spot and stalk, slow is still too fast, archery in October, post-rut archery, locating bugles, anti-cow calling, Roosevelt bulls, Washington elk, benefit of mentors, mistakes lead to success, mouth calling, be one to arrow one, sixth senses, right day right time right bull, locating at night, you are your competition, when it becomes stressful, fun is success, how confident are you, when you know it's perfect, and a lot of other topics about spot and stalk elk hunting.

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EP 28: Hunting or Photography - Bow or Camera Jun 14, 2019

In this Episode (28) of The Elk Talk Podcast, Randy talks to Jason Loftus, Utah elk fanatic and amazing wildlife photographer. Topics covered include Utah elk hunting, waiting lists, photography improving hunting skills, rifle hunting in the rut, hunting with family, kids are most fun, cow elk hunting, glory tag pressures, managing for harvested age class, photography at close range, learning animal behaviors to capture the images, better field photos, camera gear, video or still images, "one size doesn't fit all," cameras are like bows or rifles, getting super close, long arming, shadows, light, sun angles, images respect the hunt/animal, images convey hunting for food, and many other lessons a hunter learns from photography.

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EP 27: Elk Talk Q&A from BHA Rendezvous Jun 07, 2019

In this Episode (27) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Randy and Corey are at the annual Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Rendezvous taking live questions from the audience. Audience questions include proper boot fit, blisters, socks, first or last week of season, private land refugees, late season cow elk, first elk hunt, favorite elk hunt experience, hunting with your kids, calling wolf-conditioned elk, hunting the equinox period, can you bugling too much, whitetail skills for elk, sticking to your plan, short day hunts, calling to fight, sticking with a spot, dissing Utah, solo setups, late season cow elk, slowing down to hunt with elderly hunters, and a host of other ideas from the audience.

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EP 26: The Science of Outer Layers with John Barklow May 24, 2019

In this Episode (026) of the Elk Talk Podcast, John Barklow discusses outer layers, including science and how that drives technology. Hunting elk brings all sorts of bad weather conditions. John explains how the proper outer layer is your protection against those elements. Topics covered include membranes, evaporation rates, humidity equilibrium, heat loss from wind and evaporation, DWR surfaces, weight from moisture absorption, seams and leakage, breathable rain gear, and a lot of shop talk about designing and building high performance outer layers.

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Bonus Episode - Hunt Idaho Elk This Year May 17, 2019

In this Bonus Episode of The Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy cover Corey's home state of Idaho. Topics covered include deadlines, how the Idaho draw works, a tangent against point systems, ID OTC Heaven, choose your weapon, hunting among wolves and grizzlies, archery or rifle, license requirements, fees, maximizing your investment, two bull elk tags, youth options, RMEF Idaho projects, Elk Camp, and many other topics that will get you hunting Idaho elk.

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EP 24: Archery Roosevelt Elk with Angry Spike Productions May 10, 2019

In this Episode (24) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Shannon Mobbs and Cory Ford from Angry Spike Productions talk to Corey and Randy about archery hunting Roosevelt elk. Topics covered are close range redefined, terrain for coastal elk, thick as thick gets, aggressive or passive calling, go to them, limited shot selection, habituated elk, small home ranges, best dates for Rosies, jungle calling tactics, scouting pays off, persistence, knowing the terrain, being mobile, stay or move if no reply, and many other tricks from guys who has spent decades tagging Roosevelt elk in the coast ranges.

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EP 23: Hunt Oregon Elk This Year; Here's How Apr 26, 2019

In this Episode (23) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy cover topics related to applying for, and hunting, elk in Oregon. Topics include how the system works, deadlines, over-the-counter, spike only, cow elk, archery and rifle, Roosevelt and Rocky Mountain Elk, early season, late season, non-resident perspectives, license requirements, point system, season dates, and a ton of other Oregon tidbits.

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EP 22: Fitness, Fun & Elk Success Apr 12, 2019

In this episode (22) of The Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy are joined by Mark and Jeff Skousen, two of the most fit elk hunters you will meet. Topics covered include elk hunting is supposed to be fun, fitness makes it more fun, how find motivation, calories in-out, hunting with horses, beyond backcountry, when fitness matters, diet versus exercise, public land hunts, general season elk, over-the-counter options, and a host of other topics that will help you find motivation to make elk hunting fun while improving your fitness.

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EP 21: Elk Addicts Talk Hunting and Shed Antlers Mar 28, 2019

In this Episode (21) of The Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy are joined by Tyler Crockett, fanatic elk hunter, bull rider, and owner of Pure Elevation Productions. Topics covered in this episode are shed antlers, shed hunting ethics, Jackson Hole antler rodeo, call-in and set-up scenarios, why bull riders make good elk hunters, antlers as money or souvenirs, scouting while hunting for sheds, archery elk tactics, wolf hunting, wolf impacts on elk habits, Hunt Of A Lifetime program, helping others hunt, elk in timber, hunting burns, open country elk, Northwest Archery Challenge, summer practice, and a variety of other elk hunting topics.

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EP 20: How To Draw Your Colorado Elk Tag Mar 15, 2019

In this episode of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy explore all details of hunting elk in Colorado, with a bit of tangent about wolves and other requests from listeners. Topics covered include Colorado draw system for non-residents, over the counter options, season dates, costs, deadlines, using your points, realistic expectations, elk conservation, state trust land rules, and other topics helpful in hunting elk in Colorado.

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EP 019: How To Draw Your New Mexico Elk Tag Mar 01, 2019

In this Episode (19) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy explain how you might draw an elk tag in New Mexico this year. Going through all the destination elk states, the guys are explaining how you can hunt elk every year. Topics covered in this episode are the nuances of the New Mexico draw system, using all three choices, mixing weapon types, no point system, glory tags, your time horizons, mid-term plan, easier draw means harder conditions, getting the most from your investment, spot and stalk versus calling elk, rifle, muzzy, and archery options, and many other topics related to hunting elk in New Mexico.

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EP 18: Montana - Hunt Elk Every Year Feb 15, 2019

In this episode (18) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy continue the discussion of hunting elk every year. Topics covered focus on Montana elk hunting and cover the non-resident application system, deadlines, limited entry, general tags, archery options, long seasons, public land, hunting pressure, seasonal movements, grizzly bears, wolves, and many other topics related to Montana elk hunting. Hunt elk every year. Montana is a great option.

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EP 17: Nevada & Utah - Hunt Elk Every Year Feb 01, 2019

In this Episode (17) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy continue the discussion of how you can hunt elk every year while making short/mid/long-term plans in the process. Topics covered include the drawing systems of UT and NV, why these states are hard to draw, using UT and NV as long-term plans, allocating budgets, swinging for the fences, and a few stories from the lucky guys who have hunted elk in these states.

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EP 16: Arizona Elk - Draw Your Tag Jan 18, 2019

In this episode of the Elk Talk Podcast Corey and Randy go into great depth about the Arizona elk tag drawing system and application strategies to help you draw your tag. Topics include Arizona system overview, tips to improve your odds, mid-term and long-term strategies, point systems, deadlines, archery and rifle opportunities, unique ways to increase your odds, youth applications, some Arizona elk hunting stories from Corey and Randy, and a lot of other good ideas related to Arizona elk hunting.

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EP 15: Hunt Elk Every Year; How and Where Jan 08, 2019

In this Episode of the Elk Talk Podcast (EP 15), Corey and Randy are focused on helping every hunter acquire an elk tag for 2019. Many think it is impossible to hunt elk each year, but this podcast will show how this can be done. Topics covered include having a strategy, short/mid/long-term strategy, state application deadlines, how to allocate your tag budget, how each state fits your plan, fall back options, Randy's application plan, and Corey's personal application plan, strategy for a new applicant, worry about drawing multiple tags, and quirks of each system and each state that will give you a better chance too hunt elk this year.

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EP 14: Wyoming Elk Hunting - How and Why Dec 24, 2018

In Episode 14 of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy get into deep discussion about elk hunting in Wyoming. Topics covered are the Wyoming non-resident tag drawing system, strategies based on point levels, how to decide on a unit, point system, hunting near grizzly bears, tag allocations, public access in Wyoming, archery and rifle, Wilderness areas. special v. regular draw, and some stories of their Wyoming elk hunts.

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EP 13: Notes and Lessons from the 2018 Elk Season Dec 07, 2018

In this episode (12) of the Elk Talk Podcast Corey and Randy give a wrap up of their 2018 elk seasons. Topics covered include hunting with your children, what are transition ranges, elk bugling in post-rut, early elk migrations, migration weather, locating elk on transition ranges, weather affecting rut, elk where you least expect them, bulls higher than cows, how to hunt elk every year, glory tag risks, low elevation hunters preparing for high elevation hunts, and many other topics of the 2018 elk season experiences.

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EP 12: More Listener Q&A with Corey and Randy Nov 23, 2018

In this episode (12) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy are answering more questions from listeners. Topics covered include picking a general unit to hunt, glassing in archery season, movement during peak rut, late season tactics, weekend warrior tactics, hunting pressure as an ally, opening day plan, rest of the season plan, scouting imperative in post-rut and late season, where elk locate transition ranges, migration caused by snow or cold, hunting pressure affecting migrations, sources to learn about migration corridors, hunt where the elk are, bedding based on thermals, cow elk ideas, dismantling your elk, bone out or leave on bone, and lots of other public land elk hunting topics.

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EP 011: Listener Q & A with Corey and Randy Nov 09, 2018

In this episode (11) of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy go through volumes of listener questions and provide the best answers they can muster. Topics included are backcountry first aid, what's in your emergency kit, five periods of elk season, finding cow elk, elk ecology, finding post-rut elk, displacement from livestock grazing, glassing as a tactic, bugling in post-rut, late season locations, glassing set ups, scent control or wind discipline, new moon or fall equinox, calling in an elk versus taking a big bull, and other listener questions.

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EP10: Elk Mistakes and Gear Talk with Sitka's John Barklow Oct 26, 2018

In this Episode of The Hunt Talk Podcast (Ep 10) Randy meets up with John Barklow, big game product manager at Sitka Gear. While Corey volunteers for a Hunt of a Lifetime, the topics discussed include John's Top 5 elk hunting mistakes, merino v. synthetics, garment engineers, field testing for Special Operators, baking the moisture from you clothes, windchilling, insulation layers, evaporation effects, performance clothing comforts, John's archery setup, and a host of other topics related to elk hunting and gear.

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EP09: Corey Talks Roosie Elk and First Aid with David Brinker Oct 12, 2018

In Episode 09 of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey Jacobsen catches up with David Brinker to discuss their recent Roosevelt Elk hunt in western Oregon. Topics covered include hunting elk jungles, broadhead wounds, backcountry first aid, early Roosie rut, Rockies versus Roosies, early season calling, huckleberry grazing, accidents happen, and a hair-raising story of David impaling a broadhead in his calf while hunting deep in the woods.

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EP08: Mid-season Update and Note Comparison Sep 28, 2018

In this Episode (08) of the Elk Talk Podcast, brought to you by the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Corey and Randy are comparing notes after the first few weeks of elk season. Corey has already been to Oregon and Wyoming, while Randy has been to New Mexico. Hot weather has made the elk action a nightime activity. Topics discussed include backcountry first aid, nutrition, bad camp food, e-scouting, mistakes made again this season, hunting with grizzly bears, leaving elk to find elk, food patterns for peak rut elk, don't focus on sanctuaries in September, and a lot of other September elk hunting topics.

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EP07: Top 5 Mistakes with Dirk Durham Aug 31, 2018

In this Episode (07) of Elk Talk Podcast, Corey and Randy are at the Total Archery Challenge in Big Sky Montana, sharing the mic with Corey's long-time hunting partner, Dirk Durham. Topics covered include Top 5 mistakes Dirk has seen in his life of elk hunting, #1 giving up too easy, #2 aggressive versus passive, #3 not being flexible when your plan isn't working, #4 be unorthodox, #5 not having your equipment working flawlessly, knowing when to be aggressive or passive, attitude being the reason for success, success comes from confidence, confidence comes from knowledge, and a long list of other perspectives from a guy who has hunted, lived, and breathed elk for most his life.

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EP06: David Brinker at the Total Archery Challenge Aug 24, 2018

Corey and Randy are joined by David Brinker, who is shooting a traditional bow at the Total Archery Challenge in Big Sky, Montana. The crew talks about David's top 5 elk hunting mistakes, the difference between Roosevelt and Rocky Mountain Elk, and dealing with failure. Corey even shares his #1 Karaoke tip.

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EP05: Full Moon Elk with Donnie Drake Aug 17, 2018

In Episode 5 of Elk Talk, Corey is joined by his elk hunting partner, Donnie Drake. They discuss the effects of the full moon on elk hunting, as well as hunting elk during the early season. They also discuss their 2018 elk hunting schedule, and share an exciting new video project they will be working on this fall.

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EP04: Choosing Campsites Aug 10, 2018

In this episode, Randy and Corey talk about the importance of choosing a camp site, strategies for site selection, and the risks of choosing poorly.

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EP03: Elk Calling Strategy Aug 03, 2018

In the third episode of the Elk Talk podcast, Randy and Corey finish up their Top 5 mistake list from the previous episode and talk about elk calling strategies.

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EP02: Top 5 Elk Hunting Mistakes We've Made & Still Make Jul 20, 2018

In this Episode (02) of Elk Talk Podcast, Randy and Corey each give their list of the Top 5 mistakes each of them made and still make. The greatest part of increasing elk hunting knowledge is acquired by experiment and making mistakes. Mistakes listed and most of them discussed were lack of elk knowledge, reliance on gadgets, not respecting the wind, lack of a plan, failure to experiment, getting stuck in a rut, setup mistakes, calling mistakes, and a few others that got discussed as part of the many tangents that come with Elk Talk.

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EP01: The Beginning of Elk Talk Jun 23, 2018

In this Episode (01) of the Elk Talk Podcast, Corey Jacobsen and Randy Newberg explain how the Elk Talk idea came about, what the audience can expect for future content, the partners supporting the podcast, mistakes we commonly make, Top 5 topics every elk hunter must consider, wind and elk, rifle or archery, aggressive or passive, and setting the table for future content.

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