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The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast

Sportsmen"s Empire

The Western Rookie Hunting Podcast is dedicated to those who are interested in becoming better western hunters. Elk hunting, mule deer hunting, antelope hunting and other western big game species will all be up for discussion in this educational and entertaining podcast. The guys will also discuss the logistics of western hunting along with the gear that you will need in order to be successful.

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All Episodes

01:25:06

Alaskan Fishing, Buying Land, and BS Session

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/07/18

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian catches up with prior host Dan Mathews on land, western fishing, and life.Dan Mathews was the previous host of the Western Rookie podcast. Brian and Dan met through podcasting and became friends immediately. Brian and Dan used to co-host the Western Rookie podcast, and since the New Mexico Shed Hunt when Dan stepped back, the two have had a lot of updates and exciting news in the outdoor world!Connect with Dan at the links

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01:09:22

Archery Elk Gear Dump

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/07/11

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian breaks down his gear setup for an archery elk hunt, from boots to bow. Summer is well underway and so is planning for another season of archery elk hunting! Brian does a deep dive into archery elk hunting gear, from the lessons learned on old gear to the pros and cons of new gear. Whether you are starting from the beginning or just looking to update one or two pieces for this fall, this is the episode for you!Check out the Sportsmen's Empire

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00:58:04

North Dakota Mule Deer

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/07/04

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian talks with good buddy Tyler Schmidt about hunting western North Dakota Mule DeerTyler and Brian met in Fargo at different networking and investing groups and quickly became good friends due to a shared passion for hunting. Tyler is an avid big game hunter and chases whitetail bucks on the eastern side of the state and mule deer on the west side of the state. Listen to Brian and Tyler chat about all the great opportunity North Dakota has for

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01:11:36

Preparing for Fall

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/06/27

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian talks with Weston Paul about preparing for fall and another season of mountain hunting.Weston Paul is part of the Mtn Tough – a Bozeman based coaching company that helps build fitness plans for outdoorsmen and women, guides, LEOs, and anyone that is interested in living healthy and getting the most out of their body. Brian and Weston talk about how much of a difference being in shape and prepared for hunting season can make on an elk hunt and the

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00:57:06

Mini Muleys

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/06/20

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian talks with Cameron Manwaring about an exciting new option for showing off your big game trophies.Cameron is one of the co-founders of Mini Muleys, a crazy cool new company that can make mini replicas of your big game animals with the exact same character and colors as the original. Cameron and Brian chat about the different options this allows hunters to use, from doing a Euro with your original animal and a shoulder mount Mini, to getting Minis

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01:35:14

Backcountry Mission Planning

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/06/13

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian chats with John Barklow about backcountry hunt planning, survival skills, and what success means.John is the founder of Knowledge from Storms, an online resource full of incredible knowledge about back country activity. From skiing in the winter powder to packing out September Bulls, John is a wealth of information that could save you lots of time and discomfort on your next back country adventure! John also just released an Outdoor Class course

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01:02:39

Montana Spring Bear Hunting

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/06/06

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian talks with buddy Reece Anderson about Spring Bear Hunting in the West.Reece and Brian met a few months ago when Reece came on Brian’s other podcast, the Two Bucks Podcast to talk about outdoor entrepreneurship. Reece is the founder of Northwind Taxidermy in Western North Dakota and is currently mounting one of Brian’s elk. Reece and his group just got back from a spring bear hunt in Montana, and he shares the story of how the hunt went down on

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01:14:53

Montana Mule Deer Hunt

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/05/30

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian talks with hunting buddy Bryce Bowser about their 2021 Montana Mule Deer HuntBryce and Brian went to the same high school a couple years apart and then later crossed paths again after college through mutual friends. Bryce started getting more and more into bowhunting and deer hunting at the same time. The guys decided to plan a South East Montana deer hunt for the fall of 2021 and talk about the hunt and all the adventures on this episode of the

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01:04:23

Giant Mule Deer

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/05/23

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian chats with Henry Ferguson about giant mule deer and 15 straight seasons of punching his deer tag!Henry is a Colorado hunter and has a passion for big mule deer! Henry started as a competition target archer and eventually started applying those skills with his bow to deer hunting where he found some incredible success! Henry is currently on a 15-year streak of punching his deer tag in his home state, and has some amazing bucks on his wall! Brian

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01:00:42

$50k Shed Hunt Giveaway

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/05/16

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian talks with guest Brendan Labrum about the only dedicated shed hunting app and the $50k Bitcoin GiveawayBrendan is one of the founders of Scout to Hunt – the only dedicated mapping platform for shed hunting on the market. Brian and Brendan talk about how shed hunters can use the Scout to Hunt app to dial in their spots and find more antlers this season. Scout to Hunt is also doing their second annual $50k bitcoin shed hunt giveaway, where 5 antlers

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01:18:01

New Mexico Shed Hunt

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/05/09

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Dan and Brian meet up for a New Mexico shed antler hunt with past guest Stephen Walker and Camera man Chris ParsonsDan and Brian take the offer from past podcast guest Stephen Walker to come out shed hunting with him in some of his favorite spots in Arizona and New Mexico. This is also the first time both Dan and Brian have recorded a podcast while on the road! The guys chat about everyone’s goals and expectations for the hunt, and whether or not camera

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00:42:31

Training for Elk Hunts

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/05/02

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian talks with Dan Staton about getting in ‘Elk Shape’ and what it takes to be a good hunting partner.Dan is the founder of Elk Shape – a western hunting brand built to help hunters train and prepare for mountain hunts. Dan shares his outlook on what being in shape means for him and his ability to chase his dreams. The guys also talk about the challenges of finding a good hunting partner, and why that commonly means hunting solo for Dan. Connect with

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01:19:28

Shed Closures, Winter Mortality, and Back Country Food

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/04/25

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian talks with Sean Curtis about Wyoming shed hunting, the brutal winter, and DIY freeze dried meals.Sean Curtis is a Wyoming resident and avid outdoorsman – from finding hundreds of sheds to making his own freeze-dried meals! Brian and Sean talk about the effects this harsh winter is having on the game in the West, the future of Antelope and Mule deer numbers, how you can save a lot of money and nutrition with DIY freeze dried meals, and the

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01:15:44

All About Archery Antelope

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/04/18

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian talks with good friend Logan Doyle about everything you need to know about Archery Antelope hunting.Logan runs the Cant Hunt Enough blog and is a dedicated antelope hunter. Logan has had a pronghorn tag in his pocket for over a decade and between him and his dad have brought home close to two dozen animals. Logan and Brian talk about everything you need to know to shoot an antelope with your bow, from the best blind chairs to spot and stalk

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01:12:23

Shed Hunting the West

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/04/11

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian talks with Weston McArthur about shed hunting the west and how to find more antlers this shed season.Weston McArthur is the host of Rise and Shed, a very popular western shed hunting YouTube page where Weston shows his adventures each year in the outdoors. Hear how Weston has found sheds from working cell phone towers, finding 52 sheds in two days, and some of the biggest and craziest elk sheds he has ever found! Brian and Weston talk about

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01:11:40

Nothing Beats Bugling Bulls

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/04/04

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Dan and Brian talk with Tyler Notch about archery elk hunting and love for bugling bulls in September.Tyler is an avid archery hunter, and to Dan’s surprise, a hunting buddy of Brian’s already. Tyler lives in Minnesota and loves to hunt the west each fall. Hear some of Tyler’s first elk hunts and the lesson’s learned as well the Montana elk hunt Brian and Tyler went on together. The guys also talk about grizzly bears and the group's wild encounters on

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01:19:06

Hunting More as a Trophy Husband

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/03/28

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian talks with Duane Sessions about being a trophy husband and getting to hunt the entire fall.Duane and Brian met last fall in Montana while chasing bugles with bows. Duane and his brother were camping nearby, and the guys talked almost daily between glassing spots and bonfire chats. Duane and his group helped Brian and Brian’s brother out of a tricky spot while in Montana and they have stayed in touch throughout the off season. Hear how Duane

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01:33:53

Patterning 400 Inch Bulls

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/03/21

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Dan and Brian talk with Ryan Carter about giant elk and what it takes to consistently get on mature bulls.Ryan is the owner of DC Outfitters in Utah and is known for finding and patterning some of the biggest bull elk you have ever heard of. From nearly 60” wide bull “MJ” to the 450+ “Freak” bull out of Arizona, Ryan has had the opportunity to watch some of the largest elk in the country. Hear his view on what it takes to grow these amazing animals, and

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01:09:10

Life of an Outfitter

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/03/14

Bransen is a second-generation outfitter for Western Timberline Outfitters and specializes is big mule deer. Bransen shares some insight for what it’s like to manage hundreds of thousands of acres of private land leases to grow a healthy herd for his clients and what kind of experience his clients can look forward to. He also talks about some do’s and don’ts when it comes to western hunting and tagging a trophy buck or giant bull. The guys also talk shed hunting, which must be a part of the Krebs

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01:48:51

Elk Hunting and Shot Placement

The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast ·

2023/03/07

On this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Dan and Brian talk with Ethan Pateman about shot placement and follow up shots on Western Big Game.Ethan is from Western Montana and has already racked up a lifetime of adventures hunting big game. Early in his career Ethan guided elk 20 miles deep into the famous Bob Marshall wilderness area where they had lots of encounters with huge bulls. From there, Ethan started taking new hunters out and showing them the ropes while continuing to chase big game

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