Hunting Stories – Détails, épisodes et analyse

This is the second year I’ve joined some buddies for the first week of the year to chase Coues in the backcountry right in the peak of the rut. There were bucks everywhere, stalks every day, arrows flew, and meat came out of the backcountry with us. There was also the accidental shooting of the “wrong” deer who was one of two with a very distinct antler situation. Too many bucks to keep track of is exactly the problem you want to have out there, and it’s what this area seems to deliver every year.

GOHUNT is the only resource I trust for draw odds, e-scouting and maps, and they’re my go-to gear shop as well. Head over to GOHUNT to join as an Insider or an Explorer and use the code LATE to get an instant credit to the gear shop ($50 for Insiders // $20 for Explorers).

OutdoorClass is the e-learning platform for the outdoorsman. They have the top experts giving incredible lessons, and there is so much more already being created by the best in class in the outdoor industry. Check it out HERE and use the code LATE to save 20% on your membership.

If you’re a newer hunter (or an experienced one just looking to make sure there aren’t any gaps in your hunting game), check out my book How to Hunt: A Total Beginner’s Guide to Hunting Big Game.

To stay up on everything going on, follow us @latetothegameoutdoors or check out the website. I’m also putting out fresh video content regularly, so subscribe to the YouTube channel and you won’t miss any future hunting films and how-to content.

This year my wife and oldest son drew pretty great rifle Coues deer tags in the Arizona desert, and for a number of reasons my wife ended up not going. So, me and my two sons (ages 13 & 10) set out for a 3-day boys trip to try and get my oldest a shot at a buck. The weather was cold, the hikes were long, and the bucks were in short supply.

At the end of the day, though, we had a great time hanging out together in the wild. We pushed ourselves, saw some great country, and made memories that will last a lifetime. This episode is all about that experience, and some pretty poignant thoughts about hunting with your kids.

GOHUNT is the only resource I trust for draw odds, e-scouting and maps, and they’re my go-to gear shop as well. Head over to GOHUNT to join as an Insider or an Explorer and use the code LATE to get an instant credit to the gear shop ($50 for Insiders // $20 for Explorers).

OutdoorClass is the e-learning platform for the outdoorsman. They have the top experts giving incredible lessons, and there is so much more already being created by the best in class in the outdoor industry. Check it out HERE and use the code LATE to save 20% on your membership.

If you’re a newer hunter (or an experienced one just looking to make sure there aren’t any gaps in your hunting game), check out my book How to Hunt: A Total Beginner’s Guide to Hunting Big Game.

To stay up on everything going on, follow us @latetothegameoutdoors or check out the website. I’m also putting out fresh video content regularly, so subscribe to the YouTube channel and you won’t miss any future hunting films and how-to content.

Today I’m joined by Keith Ward from Alberta Canada. Keith is certainly an experienced hunter, but decided to try his hand at hunting mule deer for the first time last year. There were blown stalks, missed shots, and a whole bunch of shenanigans, but he ultimately connected on this massive buck who had given him the slip once before. It’s a great story and a terrific buck that any hunter would be proud to lay his hands on.

To connect with Keith, give him a follow on Instagram and keep your eyes peeled for his upcoming YouTube Channel.

goHUNT is the only resource I trust for draw odds, e-scouting and maps, and they’re my go-to gear shop as well. Head over to goHUNT to join as an Insider or an Explorer and use the code LATE to get an instant credit to the gear shop ($50 for Insiders // $20 for Explorers).

OutdoorClass is the e-learning platform for the outdoorsman. They have the top experts giving incredible lessons, and there is so much more already being created by the best in class in the outdoor industry. Check it out HERE and use the code LATE to save 20% on your membership.

If you’re a newer hunter (or an experienced one just looking to make sure there aren’t any gaps in your hunting game), check out my book How to Hunt: A Total Beginner’s Guide to Hunting Big Game.

To stay up on everything going on, follow us @latetothegameoutdoors or check out the website. I’m also putting out fresh video content regularly, so subscribe to the YouTube channel and you won’t miss any future hunting films and how-to content.

Today I’m joined by Bob Baldwin and Jay Ledbetter, authors of the book Proper Care and Feeding of a Huntin’ Buddy. Bob and Jay are absolute riots, and it really felt like I was sitting around a campfire listening to two great friends tell stories and joke with each other. I could have talked with them for much longer, but had to keep it short (though we’re already working on a second episode with them).

Check out their book at the link above, or go connect with them at bobnjay.com or on their Facebook page.

goHUNT is the only resource I trust for draw odds, e-scouting and maps, and they’re my go-to gear shop as well. Head over to goHUNT to join as an Insider or an Explorer and use the code LATE to get an instant credit to the gear shop ($50 for Insiders // $20 for Explorers).

OutdoorClass is the e-learning platform for the outdoorsman. They have the top experts giving incredible lessons, and there is so much more already being created by the best in class in the outdoor industry. Check it out HERE and use the code LATE to save 20% on your membership.

If you’re a newer hunter (or an experienced one just looking to make sure there aren’t any gaps in your hunting game), check out my book How to Hunt: A Total Beginner’s Guide to Hunting Big Game.

To stay up on everything going on, follow us @latetothegameoutdoors or check out the website. I’m also putting out fresh video content regularly, so subscribe to the YouTube channel and you won’t miss any future hunting films and how-to content.

Today I’m joined by Perry Snowden from Kentucky, a fellow late to the game / married into hunting guy, who tells the story of his first ever day of hunting that turned out better (and wilder) than he would have ever imagined. This massive buck showed up in the right spot at the right time, but the story surrounding getting him and even getting him out of the woods takes a few crazy turns along the way.

If you want to catch up with Perry, you can find him on Instagram or Twitter. As he said in the episode, “Come for the deer pictures, stay for the steaks!”

If you’re a newer hunter (or an experienced one just looking to make sure there aren’t any gaps in your hunting game), check out my book How to Hunt: A Total Beginner’s Guide to Hunting Big Game.

To stay up on everything going on, follow us @latetothegameoutdoors or check out the website. I’m also posting regular hunts and how-tos on the YouTube channel so head over and subscribe so you don’t miss anything.

Today I tell the story of my Idaho Spring Bear hunt from deep in the backcountry of Idaho. We were on the mountain for a full seven days, battled rain/snow/fog every single day, and when an opportunity finally presented itself, I was “indisposed.” But at the end of it all, my buddy, Josh, and I had a terrific hunt through the wet and the cold, saw plenty of bears, and made some great memories on this suffer-fest of a backcountry hunt.

The fitness program I mention at the end is called HillStrong from Omnia Performance. It’ll kick your butt, but (see what I did there) it’ll get you in the best hunting shape of your life.

If you’re a newer hunter (or an experienced one just looking to make sure there aren’t any gaps in your hunting game), check out my book How to Hunt: A Total Beginner’s Guide to Hunting Big Game.

To stay up on everything going on, follow us @latetothegameoutdoors or check out the website. I’m also posting regular hunts and how-tos on the YouTube channel so head over and subscribe so you don’t miss anything.

Today I get to welcome back to the podcast my good buddy, Josh Kirchner, from Dialed-In-Hunter. Josh tells the story of last Fall’s October bear hunt where he harvested what will possibly always be the biggest bear of his life. Along the way, he encounters attempted poachers, a hunting partner who just barely ran out of shooting light, and a murderous packout that almost took out three experienced hunters.

To see the film of this incredible hunt, head over HERE.

To catch up with Josh, find him on Instagram, YouTube, or his Website.

Also, if you’re thinking about getting into backcountry hunting, Josh wrote an absolute must-read book that you can find HERE.

If you’re a newer hunter (or an experienced one just looking to make sure there aren’t any gaps in your hunting game), check out my book How to Hunt: A Total Beginner’s Guide to Hunting Big Game.

To stay up on everything going on, follow us @latetothegameoutdoors or check out the website. I’m also posting regular hunts and how-tos on the YouTube channel so head over and subscribe so you don’t miss anything.

My guest today is Ryan Smith, owner of the highly popular @hunt_az page on Instagram. Ryan shares an incredible story of a Colorado moose hunt deep in the backcountry with his brothers-in-law. Horses, life-threatening situations, missed shots, and redemption are all a part of the adventure…I know you’re gonna love it.

After the story, Ryan and I have a conversation about the recent scare we had in AZ with some groups trying to shut down bear/predator hunting, how Ryan inadvertently found himself on the forefront of that issue, and what we as hunters can do to better support each other and speak up for our way of life.

To keep up with Ryan, go give him a follow @hunt_az, and you can check out his youtube channel. You can also go join the pack at howlforwildlife.org to protect hunting and our way of life in America.

If you’re a newer hunter (or an experienced one just looking to make sure there aren’t any gaps in your hunting game), check out my book How to Hunt: A Total Beginner’s Guide to Hunting Big Game.

To stay up on everything going on, follow us @latetothegameoutdoors or check out the website. I’m also posting regular hunts and how-tos on the YouTube channel so head over and subscribe so you don’t miss anything.

In this episode, I talk to Elias Benson about his first archery mule deer buck in Northern California. Elias grew up hunting but recently caught the bowhunting itch. He went through two seasons of grinding it out in the backcountry, and in an amazing story of missed shots and follow-ups, finally made a perfect shot on a really nice muley buck.

To keep up with Elias, go give him a follow on Instagram @bent_on_hunting.

If you’re a newer hunter (or an experienced one just looking to make sure there aren’t any gaps in your hunting game), check out my book How to Hunt: A Total Beginner’s Guide to Hunting Big Game.

To stay up on everything going on, follow us @latetothegameoutdoors or check out the website. I’m also posting regular hunts and how-tos on the YouTube channel so head over and subscribe so you don’t miss anything.

In this episode, I break down the exploits of my January 2022 season chasing both mule deer and javelina in the desert with my bow. It was a crazy month with a ton of opportunities, some massive bucks, stink-pigs protected by a moat like medieval royalty, and one of the best single days of spot-and-stalk deer hunting I’ve ever experienced!

If you’re a newer hunter (or an experienced one just looking to make sure there aren’t any gaps in your hunting game), check out my book How to Hunt: A Total Beginner’s Guide to Hunting Big Game.

To stay up on everything going on, follow us @latetothegameoutdoors or check out the website. I’m also finishing editing all the footage of this adventure, so subscribe to the YouTube channel so you don’t miss when the film drops.