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The Hunt Backcountry Podcast

Backcountry hunters talking backcountry hunting. No advertisers or sponsors, no fluff, no BS. We discuss tactics, strategies, gear, hunt stories, and more — featuring a wide variety of guests, from industry experts to everyday listeners of the show.

Your hosts, Steve & Mark, have decades of experience hunting the mountains for elk, deer, bear, antelope, sheep, mountain goats, moose, caribou, and more.

While this podcast is 100% independent and free from advertising or sponsorship, it is brought to you by Exo Mtn Gear, which we own and operate. Exo’s mission is to build the best backcountry hunting pack systems available, provide the best service possible, and do it all right here in the USA. Learn more at: https://exomtngear.com/

Contact us at any time with your questions or feedback by emailing us: podcast@exomtngear.com. Or visit the searchable archive of all podcast episodes we have published over the past decade at: https://exomtngear.com/podcast.

Thanks for listening! —Steve & Mark

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Latest Episodes:

MM 161 | Silencer Central Experience, Bivy Setups, Shooting Off Tripods, & Tracking Hikes Jan 09, 2023

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Mark runs solo on this Monday Minute to answer questions on suppressors and his experience using Silencer Central. He also answers a listener question on how he tracks his training hikes, including how he uses his Garmin watch and sync's that with Strava. Mark also discusses the use of the VA-5 tripod head for shooting a rifle, and why it isn't ideal. Finally, he discusses why he chose the Katabatic Gear Pinon bivy, and when he uses that bivy instead of other shelter options. Resources mentioned in this episode... - Podcast with Silencer Central: https://exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/333 - Podcast with Thunderbeast Suppressors: https://exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/203 - Mark's Article on Suppressors for Hunting: https://exomtngear.com/suppressors - PEW Science: https://pewscience.com/ - Connecting Garmin & Strava: https://support.strava.com/hc/en-us/articles/216918057-Garmin-and-Strava - Katabatic Gear Bivy: https://katabaticgear.com/products/pinon-bivy - Gossamer Gear Tarp: https://www.gossamergear.com/collections/shelters-sleeping-pads/products/twinn-tarp LEAVE A MESSAGE or question for a future Monday Minute episode: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR podcast@exomtngear.com Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

382 | Tag Sales, Big Game Management, and more with Idaho Fish & Game Jan 04, 2023

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This is a wide-ranging conversation with Toby Boudreau, Deer & Elk Coordinator for the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. We discuss Idaho's recent non-resident tag sale, why Idaho doesn't have a preference/bonus point system, how Idaho's elk and deer tag allocations are managed, the status of CWD in Idaho, the latest information on Idaho's wolf populations, and much more. Toby's previous appearance on the Hunt Backcountry Podcast, "Wolves and Wolf Hunting" — https://exomtngear.com/blogs/podcast/215 LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or podcast@exomtngear.com Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

MM 160 | ”Pro” vs Public, True Cost of Hunting Gear, Archery at 85 Yards Jan 02, 2023

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On this Monday Minute episode, Steve & Mark answer your listener questions. Today's topics include "Pro Staff" vs everyday hunters, and the value of influencers for Exo Mtn Gear. A listener asks about the true cost of hunting gear, and what to do when it feels like good gear is out of reach. One bowhunter asks about bow sight setup, how many pins are ideal, and is there any reason to shoot your bow at 85-yards (or further). Come see us next week, January 12-14, at the Sheep Show in Reno, NV — https://www.wildsheepfoundation.org/convention Budget-friendly gear lists, recommendations, and podcasts on the topic — https://exomtngear.com/search?q=budget LEAVE A MESSAGE or question for a future Monday Minute episode: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR podcast@exomtngear.com Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

MM 159 | Nominate a MIL Member, Stay Active This Winter, Quick Rifle Support Dec 19, 2022

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On this Monday Minute episode, Steve & Mark answer your listener questions. But first, they tell you about a generous, anonymous donor, who wants to gift an Exo Mtn Gear K3 4800 Pack System to a military member for Christmas. Know of a deserving military service member (active or veteran) that could use a good pack? Send an email nomination to podcast@exomtngear.com before December 22, 2022. Include the nominee's name, contact information, and a brief explanation telling us why you are nominating them. $10,000 Giveaway — https://exomtngear.com/giveaway — Enter BEFORE this Friday, 12/23/2022 Resources mentioned in this episode: - Realistic Dry-Fire Practice: https://exomtngear.com/dryfire - Rifle Shooting Technique: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DV4Z-R7NNXs LEAVE A MESSAGE or question for a future Monday Minute episode: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR podcast@exomtngear.com Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

381 | Engineered Gear from New Zealand’s Rugged Mountains Dec 14, 2022

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As an engineer and mountain hunter, Matt Vincent is always looking for ways to improve his gear. Lighter, stronger, more efficient. That pursuit led Matt to design and produce his own gear, which he sells via MTNGear.us (and MtnGear.nz) We speak with Matt about his life in New Zealand, the hunting opportunities there, and how his personal pursuits in NZ's rugged mountains lead to his products — including the MTNStick and the MTNGear Bipod. https://www.mtngear.us/ https://www.mtngear.nz/ $10,000 Independent Gear Giveaway — https://exomtngear.com/giveaway — Enter before December 23, 2022 LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or podcast@exomtngear.com Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

MM 158 | Idaho Elk Tags & Strategy, Bipod vs Shooting Sticks, Exo Bag Design Dec 12, 2022

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Steve & Mark answer your listener questions on this Monday Minute episode. They discuss Idaho's recent non-resident tag sale, the best strategy for two hunters each filling their elk tags on the same hunt, when to choose a bipod or shooting sticks for a rifle hunt, and why there isn't a horseshoe zipper on every Exo bag design. $10,000 Giveaway — https://exomtngear.com/giveaway — Enter before December 23, 2022 More links mentioned in this episode... - https://www.wiserprecision.com/products/quick-stix - https://www.mtngear.us/product/bipod - https://idfg.idaho.gov/contact LEAVE A MESSAGE or question for a future Monday Minute episode: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR podcast@exomtngear.com Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

380 | After the Hunt — Texas to Idaho for Elk Dec 07, 2022

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Today's episode is another "After" podcast from the "Before & After the Hunt" podcast series with people just like YOU... listeners of the podcast. Our guest, Taylor, joined us in Episode 358, as he was making plans for his first elk hunt in Idaho. Taylor's plans for the hunt changed after that podcast, which you will hear about. We also detail the hunt story, the lessons Taylor learned, and why he is better equipped for success next year. Listen in and you will find some valuable lessons as well! $10,000 Independent Gear Giveaway — https://exomtngear.com/giveaway — Enter before December 23, 2022 LEAVE A MESSAGE: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or podcast@exomtngear.com Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

$10,000 Giveaway to Highlight Independent Outdoor Companies Dec 05, 2022

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At a time when corporations and investment groups are overtaking small companies, and the algorithms of social media giants are making it harder for small businesses to communicate with customers, we want to highlight independent brands in the outdoors and hunting industry. Join our $10,000 Gear Giveaway to support independent companies that we know, trust, and believe are worthy of your support. THE GIVEAWAY — https://exomtngear.com/giveaway

379 | Unconventional Success (A Listener Story...) Nov 30, 2022

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After an unconventional start to his big game hunting experience, Jim had some unconventional hunting success this past fall. Jim, who is a listener of the show and an everyday hunter from Tennessee, joins us on this episode to share the story of his Montana elk and mule deer hunt from this past fall. This unconventional success story is entertaining, informational, and inspiring. LEAVE A MESSAGE: http://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry or podcast@exomtngear.com Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

MM 156 | Young Kid, Big Buck. Giveaway Coming. Best Hunting Show. Nov 28, 2022

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Mark and Steve are joined by co-co-Host, Jakey. They tell the story of Jake's mule deer season, his younger brother's big buck, and what Jake learned on this coveted tag. Before they all get to work catching up from Exo's recent once-a-year sale, they also answer listener questions about the best hunting show. No, not a TV show, but the best in-person show or "expo" to attend for big game hunters. Don't miss the BIG giveaway launching next week. Sign-up to become an Exo Insider to get notified when it launches: https://exomtngear.com/newsletter LEAVE A MESSAGE or question for a future Monday Minute episode: https://speakpipe.com/huntbackcountry OR podcast@exomtngear.com Podcast Episode Archive: https://exomtngear.com/podcast

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