Beau Martonik is joined by Steve Sherk of Sherk’s Guide Service. Steve hunts and guides on roughly 100,000 acres of public land in the mountains of Pennsylvania, spending almost everyday in the woods. They discuss how much he relies on historical data, what to do in a heavy mast crop year, using trail cameras for current year intel, why Steve loves hunting in the oaks, anticipating the fall shift, focusing on one timeframe, shot selection, Steve’s experience hunting a specific bed, and much more. Topics: 00:06:06 - Welcome Back, Steve 00:07:51 - Summer's End and Hunting Preparations 00:10:13 - Family and Hunting Priorities 00:10:58 - Insights on Guiding and Client Expectations 00:12:59 - Trail Cameras and Hunting Strategies 00:15:32 - Covering Ground and Deer Patterns 00:18:30 - The Importance of Historical Data 00:20:30 - Shifts in Deer Behavior 00:25:40 - The Impact of Mast Crop Years 00:27:55 - Hunting Strategies During the Rut 00:30:43 - Adapting to Changing Conditions 00:34:28 - The Role of Technology in Hunting 00:39:08 - The Ideal Hunting Environment 00:45:05 - Transitioning from Summer to Fall 00:51:49 - Seasonal Shifts in Deer Behavior 01:04:22 - The Role of Trail Cameras 01:12:03 - Understanding Hunting Strategies 01:23:09 - Making the Shot: Timing and Decisions 01:32:30 - Learning from Experience and Mistakes Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @sherksguideservice Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors  Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Gear Talk, a new series of the East Meets West Hunt podcast. The Gear Talk episodes will be short bonus episodes that dive into specific gear items Beau Martonik uses and why. In this episode, Beau and Kurt Martonik discuss bullet and caliber selection, diving into the different bullet types, intended use cases, and everything else to help you better decide the right bullet for the job. Let us know what gear items you have questions about and want to see in a future podcast! Send inquiries to beau@eastmeetswesthunt.com with the subject line saying Gear Talk. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:43 - Why bullet selection is so important 00:06:18 - Solid lead bullets 00:07:03 - Cup and core bullets 00:09:23 - Bonded bullets 00:10:28 - Partition bullets 00:12:21 - Solid copper bullets 00:18:39 - Match bullets 00:23:43 - Following the marketing 00:25:38 - Caliber selection Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @kurt_the_gunsmith Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors  Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Brad Brooks of Argali. Brad is a backcountry hunter, seasoned rock climber, business owner, and obsessed with chasing big mule deer bucks. They discuss executing the shot in high stress situations, understanding mule deer behavior, finding where big mule deer live, innovative hunting gear, finding adventure in hunting, and much more. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:09 - Introduction and Shared Interest in Hunting 00:16:08 - Overcoming Fear and Performing Well in High-Pressure Hunting Situations 00:24:53 - The Importance of Preparation and Practice 00:31:08 - Scouting and Understanding Deer Behavior 00:36:23 - Finding the Right Habitat and Overlooked Areas 00:36:41 - Understanding the Behavior and Habits of Mule Deer 00:37:41 - Criteria for a Spot to Hold a Deer 00:38:38 - The Misconception of Mule Deer as Highly Habitual Creatures 00:44:49 - Balancing Hunting with Other Responsibilities 00:58:40 - The Rise of Smaller, More Innovative Companies in the Hunting Industry 01:06:37 - The Significance of Place in Hunting 01:15:30 - Navigating the Challenges of Sharing Hunting Experiences on Social Media 01:25:51 - The Impact of Sharing Hunting Content on the Perception of Hunting 01:28:26 - Anticipation and Excitement for Upcoming Hunting Plans 01:29:10 - A Potential Whitetail Hunt Adventure Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @argali_official Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors  Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by John Barklow of Sitka Gear and Knowledge from Storms. John has dedicated his life to survival, from backcountry hunting to training Navy Special Warfare in Kodiak, AK, and most recently, the Big Game Product Manager for Sitka Gear. They discuss the importance and intricacies of building skills and plans to ensure that you have a safe and successful hunt. Topics: 00:00 Intro 10:24 Outdoor Class - Backcountry Mission Planning - Use Code BEAU to save 20% of the course 17:05 “Hey Beau, this is Randy Newberg” 20:02 Modern Day Hunter Mentorship 24:50 The importance of planning your hunts 32:15 Building the necessary skills to last on a hunt 36:13 Don’t forget your rain pants 39:32 Unforced errors leading to bad experiences 46:05 Planning is just as important for big woods whitetail hunting 51:27 What if weighs a lot 55:57 Having patience and building skills over a lifetime 01:01:27 Challenges with early season, hot weather hunts 01:07:19 Water filtration methods and finding water in the backcountry Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @jbarklow Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by his cousin Mason Martonik. Mason has filled his tag on 4 public land big woods bucks in Pennsylvania over 140” in the last 5 years. They discuss the mindset that goes along with hunting one deer, the crazy story of his 2022 PA buck, his first elk in Montana, and listener questions surrounding hunting a specific buck. Topics: 00:00 Intro 04:55 Feeling like everyone has found all the shed antlers 07:49 Locating a young stud 10:51 How important is it to find a buck’s shed 16:07 Mason’s scouting regimen 19:16 Homebody buck 20:36 Montana Solo Archery Elk hunt - Mason’s first elk 26:36 Making the most of limited time 29:25 Doing something “different” to get a shot at the big 10 in late October 36:08 Week long track 39:57 The AHA moment of locating his core area in October 44:41 Second chances 52:28 You have to be where the bucks are 54:53 Using non-cell trail cameras to locate these particular bucks 56:27 How much time should you give an area before moving on 01:01:07 Relying on gut feeling and past experience 01:07:51 How mule deer hunting in open country has helped Mason understand how big whitetails move 01:12:08 Scouting big bucks is more fun than hunting big bucks 01:15:09 Learning from everyone Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Steve Sherk of Sherk’s Guide Service. Steve is a guide on public land in the mountains of Pennsylvania and spends more time in the woods than just about anyone. They discuss Steve’s trail camera data from the 2022 deer season compared to Beau and Joe’s cameras, totaling 250+ cameras in the big woods.  Topics: 00:00 Intro 04:08 Mild Winter 11:08 A tough 2022 Deer season 13:06 Parameters for Trail camera data collection 19:33 Focusing on the right days to hunt 25:23 First half of October 28:33 Food source impact on deer movement 30:56 Middle of October daylight mature buck movement 34:00 Late October and early November 39:18 Second and Third Weeks of November 45:36 Comparison to 2020 season with hot weather 47:54 Gun season 49:23 Where are we placing our trail cameras 51:13 Test Camera locations 56:05 How the camera data is affecting off-season scouting Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @sherksguideservice Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Chris Weist. In the last few years, Chris has left his home in Pennsylvania to try his hand at public lands in Maryland and Ohio. Last season, Chris brought home 4 bucks between the 3 states using different tactics for each. They break down these tactics based on his stories from a memorable season. Topics: 00:00 Intro 03:18 Chris’ Background 09:13 Branching out hunting Maryland and Ohio 12:36 Scouting Maryland public land for early season 16:17 Finding where the deer bed outside of the clearcut 20:03 Hunting the off-wind 21:12 Finding the right access to hunt the feed tree 25:31 Locating the Right White Oak Tree to Hunt 28:19 Patterning bucks in September 32:42 5 years of trail camera data learning where bucks like to bed in Pennsylvania 34:54 Locating this buck’s specific bed 38:00 How Chris killed this PA Mountain buck near his bed 43:28 Three-year strategy to breaking down a piece of land 46:08 Spending 22 days in Ohio  53:28 Setup above or below the trail? 56:06 How hunting with a traditional bow changes your setups 57:29 Gun season double in Ohio 01:02:11 Still-hunting ridges in Maryland 01:05:56 Recapping the 4 tactics used for 4 different bucks in one year 01:08:13 Spring scouting and historical data Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @unleash_the_weist Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Jason Redd of Timber Ninja. This episode is focused on sharing Beau’s involvement with Timber Ninja, entrepreneurship, the company's history, being made in the USA, why not all carbon fiber is the same, all the new products being released this year, and much more! Topics: 00:00 Intro 02:26 Jason Redd of Timber Ninja 07:26 My involvement with Timber Ninja 16:36 Building a dynamic team 18:26 Learning to become an entrepreneur 28:46 History of Timber Ninja 37:31 Testing that went into the new Timber Ninja saddles 39:29 Made in the USA and safety standards 46:04 Carbon fiber vs. aluminum - why not all carbon fiber is the same 52:06 Innovation built into tree saddles 56:14 Timber Ninja Nano - lightest single-panel saddle on the market 01:00:56 Side pouches and lumbar pouch 01:03:46 What type of hunter is the Nano built for? 01:09:51 Timber Ninja Ultimate - two-panel fully featured saddle 01:17:45 Timber Ninja Uni Pack system 01:22:06 Carbon Fiber Lightweight Tree Stand 01:26:20 Carbon fiber and aluminum saddle platforms 01:28:26 Nomad Carbon fiber camera arm 01:35:17 When will the new Timber Ninja products be available for purchase 01:39:46 Timber Ninja’s Mountain Bucks Scouting Workshop Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @timberninjaoutdoors Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ https://timberninjaoutdoors.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Clint Campbell, host of the Truth From the Stand Deer Hunting Podcast. They discuss the importance of challenging yourself, consistent skills to work on, what’s worked (and hasn’t worked) in mobile hunting gear for whitetail hunting, and much more! Topics: 00:00 Intro 05:08 Catching up with Clint Campbell 11:08 Jiu-Jitsu - the importance of challenging yourself 21:38 Focusing on the little things and doing them consistently 30:04 Timber Ninja Carbon Fiber Camera Arm - Lightest and quietest camera tree arm 36:38 TESA tape - sound dampening techniques 37:58 Solutions for your bino harness rubbing on your saddle bridge - Rick Young harness, Sitka Mountain Optics Harness 45:15 Maven B.3 8x30 binoculars vs. Maven B.1 10x42 - which are the best binoculars for deer hunting? 48:32 Streamlining your pack and gear 51:06 Sitka Ambient Hoody 55:13 Minimalist packs vs. Meat hauling packs 58:53 Spartan Forge slope angle feature   01:08:52 Reverse engineering e-scouting 01:11:38 DIY Travel Trailer for Hunting 01:16:45 Cell Extenders and Mobile WiFi to work on the road 01:21:38 Prioritizing what’s important to you Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @truthfromthestand Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by AJ Iaquinta, Knights of the Apex. AJ runs the Bow Nerds podcast, is a talented photographer, and is obsessed with archery and gear. They discuss the essential tools and skills needed to build your home bow shop on a budget. You can find the blog post with the gear discussed at eastmeetswesthunt.com Topics: 00:00 Intro 03:35 Knights of the Apex 08:15 Importance of archery pro shops 12:00 Fletching and cutting your own arrows 18:43 Arrow tuning 23:35 3 or 4 fletch hunting arrows pros and cons 29:55 Bow presses, draw boards, and accessories 37:55 Tying in a d-loop properly 47:05 Bow Vises  53:35 Other small essential tools and 3rd axis adjustment 01:06:05 Choosing the right bow for you 01:10:19 Dialed Arxos sight 01:18:50 Setting Hunting Goals for YOU Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @knightsoftheapex Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Pennsylvania hunter Jake Belinda. Jake is a former professional baseball player and is a content creator/videographer in the hunting industry. They discuss Jake’s journey into making a living in the hunting industry, breaking down hunting big timber cuts, areas with a bunch of mountain laurel, and late-season success on public land in Ohio. Topics: 00:00 Intro  11:20 Jake’s background 14:38 Getting into photography and filming hunts 20:55 Tracking an old New York mountain buck 24:53 When deer like to eat ferns 30:04 Breaking down hunting big clear-cuts 36:20 Finding a buck’s core area 44:44 Interior openings in timber cuts 48:10 Creating hunt plans to help you make decisions on where to hunt 54:20 Balance of Finding New Areas vs. Returning to Historical Spots 56:40 How to hunt areas with mountain laurel 01:02:17 Late Season food sources and shed hunting spots in big woods 01:06:28 Success on a big public land mountain buck during Ohio’s January muzzleloader season 01:14:20 How to find out where the acorn crop will be during the summer 01:27:50 Manifesting your goals and keeping a positive attitude 01:32:15 Importance of keeping the deer camp tradition alive Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @jakebelinda @thevoidhunt Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Troy Pottenger. Troy has been on the podcast many times over the years, but this one is special as we break down his 2022 season in Idaho and Washington hunting next-level mountain bucks. Topics: 00:00 Intro - Mountain Bucks Scouting Camp Info 10:00 Troy Pottenger’s 2022 Whitetail Season 16:10 What You Need in a Hunting Rig Setup for the Mountains 24:50 Why this cluster of community scrapes is good all year 38:45 Hunting tight to buck and doe bedding 44:07 Bully bucks 49:57 When to strike using historical and real-time data 54:30 Over-marking the scrape 58:56 Backtracking bucks to find where they bed 01:06:20 Patterning bucks on a scrape 01:13:20 Closing the deal on a Washington booner whitetail buck 01:19:20 Analyzing the shot and blood trailing 01:32:55 Different methods for getting a deer out of the woods 01:38:25 Dead silent, cold-weather clothing for bowhunting 01:41:46 See Troy’s giant buck on the video podcast! 01:44:50 Troy’s target buck for next year in Idaho 01:54:36 Importance of having backup hunting spots 02:06:50 Troy’s Mountain Bucks Boot Camp Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @mtn_man33 Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Outdoor’s International Hunting Consultant, Kyle Hanson. Kyle and Beau are hunting Alaska together this year and walk through the process of different types of hunts in Alaska, how to plan a hunt with the increased demand, where to start, and much more. Contact Kyle to talk about your dream hunts (319)-936-6917 and mention you heard about him on the EMW Podcast! Topics: 00:00 Intro  06:28 What is a hunting consultant? 11:19 2023 Kodiak Island Sitka Blacktail Deer Hunt  16:27 What it looks like planning a DIY Alaska hunt in 2023 31:30 Kyle’s first Alaska Moose Hunt 51:08 Where to start planning an Alaskan hunt 01:05:59 Benefits of going guided 01:12:38 Grizzly bear hunting and cancellation hunts Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @kylehansonoutdoors Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Gear Talk, a new series of the East Meets West Hunt podcast. The Gear Talk episodes will be 10 to 20-minute bonus episodes that dive into specific gear items Beau Martonik uses and why. In this episode, he discusses his layering system for a 13-day moose hunt in Alaska. He emphasizes the importance of strategic layering to regulate body temperature effectively throughout the day. From merino base layers to outer shell gear like the Jetstream jacket and Timberline pants, each piece plays a key role in keeping you warm, dry, and comfortable in the Alaskan wilderness. Let us know what gear items you have questions about and want to see in a future podcast! Send inquiries to beau@eastmeetswesthunt.com with the subject line saying Gear Talk. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro and concepts of layering 00:02:05 - Base Layers - SITKA Merino 120 Top/Bottom and Core Boxers 00:03:00 - Active Insulation Layer - SITKA Merino 330 Hoody 00:03:20 - Outer shells - SITKA Jetstream Jacket and Timberline Pants 00:04:17 - Static Insulation Layers - SITKA Hyper Down Jacket and Kelvin Down 3/4 pants 00:05:09 - Rain Gear - SITKA Stormfront Jacket and Cloudburst Pants 00:05:27 - Accessories - SITKA Merino 330 Gloves, Merino 330 beanie, and Jetstream Beanie Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors  Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Tony Peterson of Meat Eater. Tony has proven himself over the years by being able to shoot deer all over the country on both public and private lands. Topics: Working your way up to big bucks Finding the concentration of deer Does are smarter than bucks Why you need to be more dialed in cold weather Shoot what YOU want Making deer hunting goals and expectations Late season food sources on public land Why swamps and other water sources are important late season Learning from blood trails Bowhunting setups with a muzzleloader Late season = less pressure Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @meateater Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Connor Brockhouse, Colbi Geis, and Ryan Haines. The guys met on a hunt with QuietKat in Illinois and sat down one afternoon to talk about spot and stalk deer hunting in the Dakotas, Wyoming, and Arizona. Topics: Whitetail hunting in South Dakota, Texas, and Oklahoma Big spot and stalk velvet whitetail in South Dakota Finding a giant 198” Wyoming plains mule deer buck Glassing tactics for the morning, midday, and evening When to be passive and when to be aggressive Arizona OTC mule deer hunting in January Using bow-mounted stalker decoys Utilizing the Quiet Kat electric bike for different hunting styles Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @chasingthewildofficial @ryan.haines.oso Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Seek One (Lee Ellis, Drew Carroll, Thomas Clements), Johnny Stewart, and Michael Paladino to talk about their three days of hunting Pennsylvania public land during the firearms season. This is Lee and Drew’s first time hunting the big woods, and they discuss the art of deer drives, the buck scale, PA deer camp traditions, Lee’s first PA Buck, finding hidden honey holes for pressured bucks, Michael’s buck, and what you can learn from trying new things. Topics: A strategic approach to deer drives The buck scale PA Deer Camp Lee’s First Pennsylvania Buck Finding the hidden honey holes for pressured bucks Michael’s Buck What you can learn from trying new things Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @seek1productions @thejohnnystewart Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Maine resident and deer hunter Jamison Grady. In the last three years, Jamison has killed some giant Maine bucks by tracking in the snow, including a 172” mammoth big woods buck this past November. They discuss hunting in Maine, learning from signpost rubs, the story of his 2022 buck, how to read a track, where to start tracking, speed in which you track, off-season scouting, and much more. Topics: Hunting in Maine and heritage What you can learn from sign post rubs 2022 172” Big Woods Giant Maine Buck Last 3 years of success How to read a track Where to start with tracking Speed in which you track Off-season scouting and trail cameras Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @jimbobgrady Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is going solo to break down his successful season in the Pennsylvania big woods and a 4-day rut hunt in the southern West Virginia Appalachian Mountains.  Topics: Covering ground looking for hot sign Warm weather during the first week of November Focusing on historical data on hunting a specific deer Last minute move to a different location that ended with filling my tag Water tank blowing  Camera intel from October scouting trip Turn of events with big deer I was hunting Why I should’ve trusted my gut and sat a terrain funnel Passing on an opportunity at a 140”+ 10 point on the last day and why Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Jim Hole Jr. of Classic Outfitters and Chris Derrick of Sitka Gear. Chris and Beau spent the second week of November testing gear and hunting big deer in the Edmonton Bow Zone of Alberta with Jim. They discuss Jim’s “authentic” outfitting approach, airlines losing luggage, having your systems dialed, cold weather gear, stories from the week, and the iconic story of Jim’s #2 biggest typical buck in Alberta. Topics: No baiting, no trail cameras - just hunting Two different airlines losing our bows and luggage Having your system dialed Tweaks in your gear for cold weather Cold weather clothing layering system Our crazy hunting experiences in the bow zone The story of Jim’s iconic buck - #2 Biggest Typical Whitetail in Alberta Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @sitkagear Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Pennsylvania native, Torey Glenny of Glenny Blood Tracking and the rTrax YouTube channel. Torey spends a lot of time in the mountains of Pennsylvania hunting deer and bears. They discuss the best ways to get your deer or bear out of the woods, still-hunting bears in the Pennsylvania mountains, comparing gun hunting bears and bucks, blood tracking dogs, how long you should wait to track, and much more! Topics: Best ways to get your deer out of the woods Still-hunting black bears in the Pennsylvania mountains Comparison with gun hunting bears and bucks Blood tracking dogs to help you recover your deer How long should you wait to track Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @glenny_tracking Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Nathan Killen, Jason Redd, and Bill Thompson recorded during a recent Spartan Forge Instagram Live event. They discuss rut hunt updates, reading sign in different areas, best ways to get deer out of the woods, scent control, compound terrain features, and traditional bowhunting. Topics: Late October/early November rut hunt updates How the hot weather can affect your game plan Reading sign in different areas Best ways to get a deer out of the woods Scent control during the rut Compounding terrain features Traditional bowhunting Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @spartan.forge @timberninjaoutdoors @mtn_huntr Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Zach Ferenbaugh of The Hunting Public. Zach’s style of ground hunting whitetails is unique and effective. They discuss buck scrape cadences, buck behavior, condition-based hunt planning, sleeping in vs. getting into the tree before first light, setting up for wind shifts, and more! This is part 2 of 2. Topics: Buck scrape cadences and buck behavior Making a hunt plan based on conditions at hand Sleeping in vs. Getting into the tree before first light Setting up for wind shifts Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @zach_ferenbaugh @thehuntingpublic Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Zach Ferenbaugh of The Hunting Public. Zach’s style of ground hunting whitetails is unique and effective. They discuss overlooked hunting spots, identifying hot sign, how far to push, still-hunting on the ground, and realistic calling techniques that work even in highly pressured areas. This is part 1 of 2. Topics: Beau's Late October hunting update Overlooked hunting spots When looking for hot sign, how far is too far? Still-hunting on the ground Why you should always carry your bow when scouting Rattling, Grunting, and Bleating on Public Land Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @zach_ferenbaugh @thehuntingpublic Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode, Beau is joined by John Stallone of Howl for Wildlife. John moved from New York to Arizona 33 years ago and has hunted just about every species and state in the West for big game. They discuss guiding, taking action for wildlife conservation, the importance of glassing from a tripod, elk hunting experiences, adapting to different states, e-scouting, Arizona hunting opportunities, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:16 - Introduction to John Stallone 00:11:57 - Early Life and Hunting Journey 00:20:17 - Diversifying Ventures and Challenges 00:32:17 - Establishing Howl for Wildlife 00:39:18 - Impact of Hunters' Voices on Conservation 00:40:55 - The Importance of Unified Advocacy 00:48:14 - Supporting Wildlife Conservation 00:53:38 - Navigating Arizona's Elk Hunts 01:00:15 - Mastering the Art of Glassing 01:10:12 - Elk Hunting Adventures Across States 01:20:04 - Key Elements in Elk Scouting 01:24:06 - Elk Habitat Identification 01:25:26 - Cyber Scouting Strategies 01:27:39 - Impact of Urban Sprawl on Hunting 01:32:34 - Managing Waypoints Effectively 01:36:05 - Hunting Dynamics in Montana 01:40:17 - Hunting Seasons in Arizona 01:47:37 - History of Hunting Altercations 01:49:28 - Trail Camera Ban Controversy 01:57:39 - Jealousy in the Hunting Community Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @johnstallone @howl_org Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors  Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Johnny Stewart, Mason Martonik, and his dad, Joe Martonik. These are some of the most accomplished big woods deer hunters during bow season, and the discussion is focused on the pre-rut/rut time frame. Specific topics include their favorite dates to hunt during the rut, barren does, perfect rut hunting setups, doe groups vs. funnels, logging cuts, 1 thing to help you better your odds during the rut, and much more. Part 2 of 2.   Topics: Favorite dates to hunt during the rut Barren does Perfect rut hunting setups - find a doe group or sit funnels? Are clearcuts always the ticket? 1 thing to help you better your odds during the rut Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @thejohnnystewart @masonmartonik Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Johnny Stewart, Mason Martonik, and his dad, Joe Martonik. These are some of the most accomplished big woods deer hunters during bow season, and the discussion is focused on the pre-rut/rut time frame. Specific topics include Johnny’s public land West Virginia buck hunt breakdown, what to do when you aren’t finding sign, late October strategies, the best time of the day for activity, top scrape locations to hunt, how to figure out where to hunt, having confidence in it, how much you should rely on trail cameras, and much more. Part 1 of 2. Topics: Johnny’s public land West Virginia buck hunt breakdown What to do when you aren’t finding sign Late October strategies Best time of the day for activity during pre-rut and rut Top scrape locations to hunt How do you know where to hunt and build confidence in it during the rut How much should you rely on trail cameras Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @thejohnnystewart @masonmartonik Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined as a guest on the Fall podcast with Arron Bleise. This is a bonus episode that was repurposed from the Fall podcast to share with the EMW audience in regards to keeping your head in the game throughout the season, wind information, micro terrain features, October scrapes, weather fronts, gun season, mobile vs. staying put, and more! Topics: Keeping your head in the game throughout the season Wind in the face or to the back when moving  Wind in the mountains vs. flat country Micro terrain features Mid-October scrapes  Weather fronts  Gun hunting the big woods October mornings Hunt the same spot or move often Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @thefallpodcast Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by podcast listener and Pennsylvania hunter, Shawn Nicholson. Shawn sent in a story for Mountain Buck Monday about a big Pennsylvania mountain buck he shot in 2020 that anyone can learn from. They discuss his biggest struggle learning to hunt the big woods, how archery has helped him in life, using logging cuts to find bucks, and closing the deal on a giant 10-point checking scrapes. Topics: Most significant struggle learning to hunt the big woods How archery has helped deal with life Using logging cuts to find bucks Closing the deal on a big 10 checking scrapes Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @nicholson724 @724outdoors Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is going solo to break down his recent hunt on some of the best private farm country in Illinois, followed by a scouting trip to the rugged mountains of southern West Virginia. Topics: Illinois - Quietkat Hunt Learning from someone with 25+ years of experience in hunting mature deer Green soybeans and acorns were hot food sources Snorting back and forth with a buck Finding water and a nice buck Southern West Virginia Scouting Trip Glass in the mornings and scout afternoon/evenings Day 1 consisted of walking different levels of ridges on the sides of valley fills looking for white oaks dropping Day 2 covered other points and dropped some cameras Day 3 found the holy grail spot with 4 ridges converging at one spot with a large community scrape Finding the does Why the southern West Virginia mountains are different than other areas in the Appalachian range Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Oklahoma deer hunter, Christian Bond. Christian continues to be successful year after year on giant bucks. They focus on topics surrounding barometric pressure, weather fronts, doe populations, aggressive rattling, still-hunting, and much more! Topics: How Christian built a life around being able to hunt often How vital is barometric pressure Post-weather fronts Doe population affecting rut activity Pressure vs. weather Aggressive rattling Still-hunting on the ground Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @bondchristian007 Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Andy May and Garrett Prahl (The DIY Sportsman). This recording came from a Spartan Forge Instagram Live event back in the summer but is relevant to the beginning of October. They discuss relocating bucks in the fall, how to hunt an area with too many acorns, following a specific buck through the whole season, using the journal feature in Spartan Forge, hunting off instinct vs. data, doe groups, and much more. Topics: Relocating bucks in the fall that you found during the summer How to hunt an area early season that’s covered in acorns How to follow a specific buck throughout the entire season Using the journaling feature in Spartan Forge Hunting off instinct vs. data Historical data with doe groups Hunting in high deer density areas early season Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @bowhuntingdad @diy_sportsman Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Justin Mueller in the backcountry of Montana to recap their 21-day archery elk hunt. This experience was filled with the highest of highs and lowest of lows. They discuss locating elk in the heat, Tim’s bull, being patiently aggressive, opportunity at a once-in-a-lifetime bull, weather-affected movement, a gear rundown, and much more. Topics: Locating elk in the heat Tim’s bull Getting in the middle of the herd Opportunity at a once-in-a-lifetime bull How weather affected elk bedding and movement Gear I loved and gear mistakes Foggy bull encounter Seek Outside Goshawk 4800 pack Miscellaneous gear rundown New East Meets West Deer Camp Apparel Collection Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @justinmuellerphotography Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by the Bowhunting Fiend, Greg Litzinger. Greg is well versed in hunting the big woods, mountains, swamps, farm country, and everything in between. They discuss Greg’s aggressive October hunting style, locating early season buck bedding, mature vs. immature buck bedding, how to hunt tight to the beds, scent control, food source shifts, and many more listener questions. Topics: Greg’s aggressive October hunting style Locating early season buck bedding Mature buck vs. immature buck beds How to hunt tight to buck beds When to go all in vs. being patient Tree selection details Scent control Food source shift in beginning of October Why big tracks matter Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @bowhunting_fiend Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by the CEO of the National Deer Association, Nick Pinizzotto. Nick lives in Pennsylvania and has an extensive background in policy and protecting our hunting heritage. They discuss NDA’s mission, deer hunting educational resources, deer hunter numbers, the biggest threats to deer hunting, why managing for age class is beneficial and much more. Topics: Nick’s background  National Deer Association’s mission - https://deerassociation.com/ Deer educational resources Do we have too many deer hunters? 2022 Biggest threats to deer hunting Why managing for age class is beneficial Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @deerassociation Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Gear Talk, a new series of the East Meets West Hunt podcast. The Gear Talk episodes will be 10 to 20-minute bonus episodes that dive into specific gear items Beau Martonik uses and why. This episode details different types of binoculars for deer hunting, what specs to consider, and a breakdown of 4 binos that Beau has used. Let us know what gear items you have questions about and want to see in a future podcast! Send inquiries to beau@eastmeetswesthunt.com with the subject line saying Gear Talk. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:44 - Choosing Binoculars for Deer Hunting 00:04:09 - Utilizing Binoculars for Scouting and Hunting 00:07:42 - Maven B3 8x30 Binoculars 00:08:57 - Maven B1.2 10x42 Binoculars 00:10:26- Maven B.7 Compact Binoculars 00:11:59 - Maven C.1 Series Binoculars Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors  Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by his brother and gunsmith, Kurt Martonik. Kurt runs his blog, Kurt the Gunsmith and works for C. Sharps building premium black powder rifles. They discuss stories from their childhood, gunsmithing, learning to hunt antelope, upland bird hunting, 3 bucks in 3 days, killing a free-range bison, lessons learned hunting the west, his gunsmith blog, and more. Topics: How Kurt and I grew up learning to hunt and shoot Gunsmithing Learning to hunt antelope Upland bird hunting and hunting the plains 3 bucks in 3 days Killing a free-range bison with the C. Sharps black powder rifle that he built Lessons learned hunting different species across the west Kurt the Gunsmith blog - https://kurtthegunsmith.com/ Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @kurt_the_gunsmith Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Bill Vanderheyden of Iron Will Outfitters. Iron Will makes high-quality, durable broadheads, knives, and arrow components to help you make ethical shots. They are discussing hunting arrow setups, how to tune your bow for fixed broadheads, single vs. double bevel broadheads, shot placement based on angle, anatomy of deer and elk, blood trailing after the shot, and more! Topics: What’s new with Iron Will Outfitters Hunting arrow setups How to tune your bow for fixed broadheads Single bevel vs. double bevel broadheads Where to aim at a broadside shot Quartering to, quartering away, and frontal shots Anatomy of deer and elk Blood trailing after the shot Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @ironwilloutfitters Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by forester and Pennsylvania hunter Kenny Kane. Beau and Kenny spent the day shooting videos explaining different types of timber cuts and how they benefit deer hunters and capped it off with a podcast. They discuss private lands open to public hunting, hunting leases, restoration forestry, beech trees, favorite browse species for deer, herbicide spraying of logging cuts, how to hunt different ages of cuts, and go through listener questions about top food sources for deer in the big woods, gypsy moths, and more. Topics: Private lands open to public hunting and hunting leases Restoration forestry Beech trees Favorite browse tree species for deer  Invasive plant and tree species in Pennsylvania Herbicide spraying of cuts How to hunt 3-8-year-old timber cuts Hunting 30+ year old logging cuts Listener questions Best tree to hunt out of Hemlock blight Gypsy moths #1 food source for deer in the big woods Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @kenjkane Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Heather Kelly, founder, and CEO of Heather’s Choice. Alaska-born and raised, top-level collegiate rower, big game hunter, river guide, and athletic nutrition coach, Heather built her company to provide healthy food to fuel our adventures. They discuss what’s new with Heather’s Choice, why nutrition is important to hunters, bad fats vs. good fats, intermittent fasting, handling stress, and more! Topics: What’s new with Heather’s Choice New products and what purpose they serve Why nutrition is essential to hunters Bad fats vs. good fats  Fasted cardio and intermittent fasting Handling stress Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @heatherschoice @heathertheresakelly Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by 4 time NCAA wrestling finalist, 3-time champion, MMA Pro Fighter, and hunter Bo Nickal. Bo has excelled in everything he’s done up to this point and recently got into hunting. They discuss getting into hunting, his first elk in Colorado last year, how wild game meat fits into the life of an athlete, nutrition, finding reliable sources of hunting information, and discipline in being successful. Topics: 4 time NCAA Wrestling finalist, 3 time champion; MMA Pro Fighter Getting into hunting and learning to shoot a bow Colorado Rifle Elk Hunt Future hunts How Wild game meat is essential to perform at a high level Nutrition Finding reliable resources for hunting information Discipline in being successful at whatever you do Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @nobickal Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website. Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by a successful hunter and owner of Bone Mountain Outfitters, Jeff Helm. Jeff has been going on DIY out-of-state whitetail and elk hunts for years learning from the school of hard knocks. They discuss similarities with big whitetail bucks and bull elk, boots on the ground elk scouting strategies, adapting to elk personalities, keeping your hunting spots sacred, and much more to get you prepared for September elk hunting! Topics: Jeff’s background hunting in Michigan Creating more flexibility to hunt Similarities with big whitetail bucks and bull elk Lessons learned from Bivy hunting Boots on the ground elk scouting strategy Adapting to elk personalities  Keeping your hunting spots sacred Texas hunting Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @helm.yeah Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website. Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by tournament archer and accomplished hunter Chris Bee. Chris is well known for his YouTube channel and his brand BeeReal. They discuss getting into tournament archery, solo filming hunts, making a living off of YouTube, favorite DIY Whitetail hunts, anchor points, Broadhead tuning, heavy arrows, and getting comfortable with your setup. Topics: Getting into tournament archery Solo filming hunts Making a living off of YouTube Favorite DIY Whitetail Hunts Peep sights, nose buttons, and anchor points Broadhead tuning Heavy arrow debate Getting comfortable with your setup Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @chrisbeereal Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website. Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by the legendary western mountain buck hunter, Troy Pottenger. This is an extension to the previous podcast episode where they break down Troy’s 2021 season, including hunting elk in September, missing his target buck at 16 yards, being efficient with your time, having your finances in order, and much more! Topics: New Summer Scouting Video with Johnny Stewart! September focused on elk hunting Missing his target buck at 16 yards Being efficient with your time “Not having time” is not a good excuse Have your finances in order if you want to hunt more Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @mtn_man33 Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Shop new apparel!  https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/shop   Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website. Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by the legendary western mountain buck hunter, Troy Pottenger. Troy hunts some of the wildest country for whitetails in the Rocky Mountains, but his tactics are applicable in many other areas. They discuss what elevations to find mountain bucks, food sources in the mountains, grizzly country, breaking down large areas, how to find the perfect tree to set up in, how slope affects buck bedding, logging cuts, weather fronts, summer scouting, and much more. Part 2 will come out in the next episode. Topics: What elevation do you find western mountain bucks Western mountain bucks -screwed up recording and have to link video/audio Food sources Grizzly country Breaking down huge country into manageable pieces with a camera trap line Considering wind and thermals when you find good sign Slope and bedding  Logging cuts Pre and Post Weather fronts Summer scouting Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @mtn_man33 Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Shop new apparel!  https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/shop   Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website. Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by New Jersey resident, Luke Gunther. Luke is a perfect example of a guy who was bit by the western hunting bug years ago and has went all-in on making it happen. They discuss his first western hunt, solo hunting, first successful elk hunt, backpack hunting, gear selection, and pros/cons of flying vs. driving to hunts. Topics: Background - career and getting into western hunting First trip out west Solo hunting Killing an elk Backpack hunting Buy Once, Cry Once gear buying Traveling - flying vs. driving Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @lukegunther Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Shop new apparel!  https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/shop   Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website. Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by Connor Gabbott and Steven Drake, both professional photographers, and videographers in the hunting industry. These two guys like nasty, cold, and wet adventure hunts that most people shy away from. They discuss late-season mountain goat hunting, gear for surviving in the worst conditions, mitigating risk, old-timer stories, caribou hunting, wild game cooking, and a lot more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:08:10 - Total Archery Challenge and cutting yards at altitude 00:14:24 - Late-season Mountain Goat Hunting 00:19:36 - Gear for surviving in wet and cold environments 00:32:06 - Working as a team to mitigate risks 00:34:05 - Connor Gabbott and Steven Drake introductions 00:41:30 - The places that we go to only because of hunting 00:48:05 - Old timer stories - were they tougher? 00:52:37 - Curious creatures - Caribou hunting 00:56:46 - Different type of wild game in order of tastiness 00:59:47 - Should you leave the hide on a deer for a period of time before butchering? 01:14:10 - Steven Drake’s Epic Moose photo and moose hunting Note** Timestamps will have roughly 4 minutes added to them depending on ad length. Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @connorgabbott.photo @stevendrakephoto Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors  Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Jacob Myers of the Southern Outdoorsmen podcast. This is part 2 of this interview with Jacob on everything wind and thermals for deer hunting. They discuss wind speed, wind mapping, wind indicators, thermal pressure build-up, flat land thermals, and breaking down hunting scenarios. Make sure you listened to part 1! Topics: Wind speed Wind mapping Wind indicators Thermal pressure build-up Flat land thermals Hunting on the ground in thick cover where no one else goes Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @thesouthern_outdoorsmen Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Shop new apparel!  https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/shop   Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website. Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Jacob Myers of the Southern Outdoorsmen podcast. This is part 1 of this interview with Jacob on everything wind and thermals for deer hunting. They discuss the basics of wind and thermals, how they interact with one another, key features of thermals, how vegetation and terrain play a role, different slopes, how you should set up, thermal hubs, and much more! Be on the lookout for part 2 dropping later this week. Topics: Jacob’s hunting background in the south Defining wind and thermals How they interact with each other Key features of thermals How mountain laurel, hemlocks, and other cover affects thermals  Leaf on vs. leaf off Terrain effects Different facing slopes Should you set up above or below the trail? Thermal hubs Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @thesouthern_outdoorsmen Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Shop new apparel!  https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/shop   Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website. Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Robby Denning, co-owner of Rokslide, published author, and mule deer fanatic. Robby just released his new book, Hunting Big Mule Deer - The Stories. They discuss the new book, why non-residents are good for hunting, adapting to changes in mule deer hunting over the years, how to become successful with tags being more difficult to get, and a story of the last two seasons with lessons learned from the hunts. Topics: Hunting Big Mule Deer - The Stories - New book Why non-residents are good for hunting Adapting to the changes in mule deer hunting How to become successful with tags being more difficult to get The Slump - 2 Year Story of Hunting Big Mule Deer What do you do when you lose a buck’s track? Resources: Instagram:   @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @robbydenning Facebook:   East Meets West Outdoors   https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Shop new apparel!  https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/shop   Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik   Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website. Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.  Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.  TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices