This week Chad talks with CJ Steffen about his unusual year for elk hunting.  CJ talks about his recent deployment to the Middle East and how that affected his preparation time for his hunt.  He also talks about how he had to balance family, personal, and hunting time to make it all work.  In the end, it was a success!  Enjoy the show!! CJ STEFFENInstagram – @cjhunts_alot BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIESWebsite - https://backcountryrookies.comInstagram - @backcountryrookiesFacebook - Backcountry Rookies      Group - Backcountry Rookies Nation goHUNT InsiderReceive a $50 Credit to the goHUNT Gear Shop when you purchase the Insider Program and use the code ROOKIESwww.gohunt.com/insider Elk101 University of Elk HuntingSave 20% by using the code ROOKIEShttps://www.elk101.com/product/university-of-elk-hunting-online-course/ Vortex OpticsUse the code ROOKIES and save 20% on apparel at the Vortex Optics Websitehttps://vortexoptics.com Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast

Backcountry Rookies - Big Game Hunting Podcast

Stories From The Season - 37 Minute Elk Hunt with CJ Steffen

This week Chad talks with Cody Boor and Kyle St. Vincent about a Montana bear hunt they went on in the Spring.  The guys were able to tag out on two nice bears and they came on this week’s podcast to tell the story.  This is a good one from hunting struggles to luxurious cabins they had a great experience.  Enjoy the show! CODY BOOR and KYLE ST. VINCENTInstagram – @cody45Instagram – @kylestvincent BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIESWebsite - https://backcountryrookies.comInstagram - @backcountryrookiesFacebook - Backcountry Rookies      Group - Backcountry Rookies Nation goHUNT InsiderReceive a $50 Credit to the goHUNT Gear Shop when you purchase the Insider Program and use the code ROOKIESwww.gohunt.com/insider Elk101 University of Elk HuntingSave 20% by using the code ROOKIEShttps://www.elk101.com/product/university-of-elk-hunting-online-course/ Vortex OpticsUse the code ROOKIES and save 20% on apparel at the Vortex Optics Websitehttps://vortexoptics.com Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast

Stories From The Season - Montana Bear Hunt with Cody Boor and Kyle St. Vincent

This week Chad has on Ryan Johnsen to share his Story Form the Season.  Ryan is on to share his story of Misfortune and Success.  2020 was a tough year in the Idaho hunting woods for Ryan but he brought it all together in the end with a great deer.  He shares the story of what went wrong and what went right for him during the season.  Also, you might remember Ryan from a previous show we recorded with Robby Denning where Ryan was the guest host and he did the interview with Robby.  Go back and check out Episode #33, Hunting Big Mule Deer with Robby Denning.   Enjoy the show! RYAN JOHNSENInstagram - @pnwanders BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIESWebsite - https://backcountryrookies.comInstagram - @backcountryrookiesFacebook - Backcountry Rookies      Group - Backcountry Rookies Nation Western HunterWebsite – https://westernhunter.net/Film Festival – https://filmfest.westernhunter.netInstagram – @westernhuntermag Elk101 University of Elk HuntingSave 20% by using the code ROOKIEShttps://www.elk101.com/product/university-of-elk-hunting-online-course/ goHUNT InsiderReceive a $50 Credit to the goHUNT Gear Shop when you purchase the Insider Program and use the code ROOKIESwww.gohunt.com/insider Vortex OpticsUse the code ROOKIES and save 20% on apparel at the Vortex Optics Websitehttps://vortexoptics.com Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast

Stories From The Season - Misfortune and Success with Ryan Johnsen

This week Chad has Brady Miller on the podcast to talk about some of the new updates to goHUNT Maps.  Brady covers REAL 3D Maps that gives you the best 3D experience available on your desktop and mobile.  He also covers the new fast downloads and how that can save you time when downloading your maps or if you forget to download before you hit the road.  Brady talks about active collections that allows you to add waypoints straight into a collection while you are in the field which makes for easier organization later.  Finally, these guys talk about sharing entire collections.  As you e-scout or you add active collections in the field you can build up a collection of points for your hunt area and share that entire collection with your hunting partner all at once.  You don’t have to share each point one by one.  This feature worked great.  Chad was able to share his Mule Deer hunting spot with Brady so they could talk about it and go over Chad's Strategy (after the recording was stopped of course).  Enjoy the show and remember to use the code ROOKIES when you become an Insider to get $50 in gear shop credit. Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast

goHUNT Maps Update with Brady Miller

Hunting In Alaska - Jeff Lund - Stories From The SeasonThis week Chad has on The Mediocre Alaskan, Jeff Lund to talk about his season.  This podcast initially started out as a show about a bear hunt but as time progressed Jeff kept having great hunts.  Chad and Jeff catch up and talk about a lot of things related to hunting Alaska.  This is a great way to kick of the Backcountry Rookies Stories From The Season Series. Make sure you listen to Jeffs podcast, The Mediocre Alaskan on any podcast outlet.  Enjoy the show!JEFF LUND – THE MEDIOCRE ALASKANWebsite - https://www.themediocrealaskan.comInstagram - @the_mediocre_alaskan BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIESWebsite - https://backcountryrookies.comInstagram - @backcountryrookiesFacebook - Backcountry Rookies      Group - Backcountry Rookies Nation Western HunterWebsite – https://westernhunter.net/Film Festival – https://filmfest.westernhunter.netInstagram – @westernhuntermag Elk101 University of Elk HuntingSave 20% by using the code ROOKIEShttps://www.elk101.com/product/university-of-elk-hunting-online-course/ goHUNT InsiderReceive a $50 Credit to the goHUNT Gear Shop when you purchase the Insider Program and use the code ROOKIESwww.gohunt.com/insider Vortex OpticsUse the code ROOKIES and save 20% on apparel at the Vortex Optics Websitehttps://vortexoptics.com

Hunting In Alaska - Jeff Lund - Stories From The Season

This week Chad goes through the gear that is going with him on his New Mexico Antelope Hunt.  This hunt won’t be physically demanding but does require some special gear like great optics for those long sits looking over lots of country and lightweight clothing to stay cool in the 100 degree heat of the New Mexico desert.  Lots of great info in this show.  Enjoy the show! BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIESWebsite - https://backcountryrookies.comInstagram - @backcountryrookiesFacebook - Backcountry Rookies      Group - Backcountry Rookies Nation Elk101 University of Elk HuntingSave 20% by using the code ROOKIEShttps://www.elk101.com/product/university-of-elk-hunting-online-course/ goHUNT InsiderReceive a $50 Credit to the goHUNT Gear Shop when you purchase the Insider Program and use the code ROOKIESwww.gohunt.com/insider Vortex OpticsUse the code ROOKIES and save 20% on apparel at the Vortex Optics Websitehttps://vortexoptics.com Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast

Antelope Hunt Gear Dump

This is an exciting show!  Hunting with pack animals is a great topic.  Chad has Shane Weigand from New Mexico Pack Burros on the show to talk about Building A Backcountry Burro.  Shane uses pack burros to assist him in the backcountry and he walks through the process of acquiring, training, and getting a burro ready to pack into and off the mountain, hopefully with a load of elk meat.  Shane started a YouTube series to document the process as well and you should check it out.  Also, check out the previous episode (ep. 150) with Shane discussing racing pack burros which is an awesome topic too.  Enjoy New Mexico Pack BurrosInstagram – @nmpackburrosWebsite – https://www.nmpackburros.com/YouTube – Youtube - New Mexico Pack BurrosPrevious Episode 150 – ep. 150 Why Pack Burros Are Awesome  BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIES Website - https://backcountryrookies.comInstagram - @backcountryrookiesFacebook - Backcountry Rookies      Group - Backcountry Rookies Nation Elk101 University of Elk HuntingSave 20% by using the code ROOKIEShttps://www.elk101.com/product/university-of-elk-hunting-online-course/ goHUNT InsiderReceive a $50 Credit to the goHUNT Gear Shop when you purchase the Insider Program and use the code ROOKIESwww.gohunt.com/insider Vortex OpticsUse the code ROOKIES and save 20% on apparel at the Vortex Optics Websitehttps://vortexoptics.com Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast

Building a Backcountry Burro with New Mexico Pack Burros

This week Chad has Chris Denham from Western Hunter Magazine on the show to discuss writing articles for a hunting magazine and what it takes to get an article published in print.  Who wouldn’t want to feature their elk hunt, deer hunt or whatever your western hunt is in a print magazine?  These two cover a lot of topics on this show.  If you are interested in writing for a magazine then you don’t want to miss this episode.  Also, don't forget to check out the Western Hunter Film Festival and go back to episode 183 to hear more about how to enter. Enjoy!  WESTERN HUNTER MAGAZINEInstagram – @westernhuntermagWebsite – https://westernhunter.net/ BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIESWebsite - https://backcountryrookies.comInstagram - @backcountryrookiesFacebook - Backcountry Rookies      Group - Backcountry Rookies Nation Elk101 University of Elk HuntingSave 20% by using the code ROOKIEShttps://www.elk101.com/product/university-of-elk-hunting-online-course/ goHUNT InsiderReceive a $50 Credit to the goHUNT Gear Shop when you purchase the Insider Program and use the code ROOKIESwww.gohunt.com/insider Vortex OpticsUse the code ROOKIES and save 20% on apparel at the Vortex Optics Websitehttps://vortexoptics.com Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast

How To Write Hunting Magazine Articles with Chris Denham of Western Hunter Magazine

This week Chad has Jason Holliday from the Harvest Holliday Podcast on the show to discuss Jason’s’ recent elk scouting trip.  These guys talk about the importance of taking a trip to get familiar with your hunting unit, scout out your potential hunting areas and experiencing the mountains, sometimes for the first time.  They also discuss using gear while scouting to help decide what is important and what might not be. Finally, they talk about food and eating on the mountain.  There is a lot to take away from this show.  Enjoy! JASON HOLLIDAYInstagram - @harvesthollidaypodcastInstagram - @jasonholliday545 BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIESWebsite - https://backcountryrookies.comInstagram - @backcountryrookiesFacebook - Backcountry Rookies      Group - Backcountry Rookies Nation Elk101 University of Elk HuntingSave 20% by using the code ROOKIEShttps://www.elk101.com/product/university-of-elk-hunting-online-course/ goHUNT InsiderReceive a $50 Credit to the goHUNT Gear Shop when you purchase the Insider Program and use the code ROOKIESwww.gohunt.com/insider Vortex OpticsUse the code ROOKIES and save 20% on apparel at the Vortex Optics Websitehttps://vortexoptics.com Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast

Elk Scouting Trips and Lessons Learned with Jason Holliday

This week Chad talks with Kyle Jackson of Nada Grande Outdoors about hunting pronghorn in New Mexico. Kyle has loads of experience hunting in New Mexico and these two talk about everything from prepping and scouting to how to hunt and even field care and favorite recipes.  Kyle and his hunting partner, Rodney Wood also started a hunting mentorship program called Hunt It Forward and these guys talk about the details of the program.  This is a great episode.  Enjoy! Nada Grande OutdoorsInstagram – @nadagrandeoutdoorsWebsite – http://nadagrandeoutdoors.com BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIESWebsite - https://backcountryrookies.comInstagram - @backcountryrookiesFacebook - Backcountry Rookies      Group - Backcountry Rookies Nation Elk101 University of Elk HuntingSave 20% by using the code ROOKIEShttps://www.elk101.com/product/university-of-elk-hunting-online-course/ goHUNT InsiderReceive a $50 Credit to the goHUNT Gear Shop when you purchase the Insider Program and use the code ROOKIESwww.gohunt.com/insider Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast

Pronghorn Hunting and Hunter Mentorship with Kyle Jackson

This week Chad records with Corey Jacobsen.  These two talk about all kinds of topics and most of them aren’t even about elk hunting.  Corey talks about what he has been up to, and it is possible he is one of the busiest people alive.  Corey also talks about how he is prepping for a deer hunt this year.  A fun topic to cover with an elk hunter.  He even talks about a recent wolf hunt he went on.  Lots to listen to on this one.  Don’t forget you can save 20% off the Elk101 University of Elk Hunting Course with the promo code Rookies!  Enjoy the show! COREY JACOBSENInstagram - @elk101Instagram - @coreyjacobsen.elk101 Elk101 University of Elk HuntingSave 20% by using the code ROOKIEShttps://www.elk101.com/product/university-of-elk-hunting-online-course/ BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIESWebsite - https://backcountryrookies.comInstagram - @backcountryrookiesFacebook - Backcountry Rookies      Group - Backcountry Rookies Nation goHUNT InsiderReceive a $50 Credit to the goHUNT Gear Shop when you purchase the Insider Program and use the code ROOKIESwww.gohunt.com/insider Vortex OpticsUse the code ROOKIES and save 20% on apparel at the Vortex Optics Websitehttps://vortexoptics.com Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast

What Is Corey Jacobsen Up To?

This week Chad has on, master taxidermist, Paul Gallegos of Imperial Taxidermy in New Mexico.  Paul covers a lot of great information about taxidermy in this show from the field care of a cape to tanning hides, to how to find a quality taxidermist.  Paul talks about some of the mounts he has done over the years and the one that is on his bucket list.  He even touches on how to get involved in taxidermy if it interests you.  This is a show you don’t want to miss. Enjoy!!! PAUL GALLEGOSImperial TaxidermyWebsite - http://www.imperialtaxidermynm.com BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIES Website - https://backcountryrookies.comInstagram - @backcountryrookiesFacebook - Backcountry Rookies      Group - Backcountry Rookies Nation Elk101 University of Elk HuntingSave 20% by using the code ROOKIEShttps://www.elk101.com/product/university-of-elk-hunting-online-course/ goHUNT InsiderReceive a $50 Credit to the goHUNT Gear Shop when you purchase the Insider Program and use the code ROOKIESwww.gohunt.com/insider Vortex OpticsUse the code ROOKIES and save 20% on apparel at the Vortex Optics Websitehttps://vortexoptics.com Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast

All About Taxidermy with Paul Gallegos of Imperial Taxidermy

This week Chad provides an update on how the Backcountry Rookies have been staying busy in the offseason and what the guys are looking forward to.  He talks about tags that have been drawn from antelope to deer to elk, prepping for the season and busy life.  He also answers some listener and Instagram follower questions related to gear upgrades, mule deer and elk content and a lot more.  Give this one a listen to stay up with what’s been going one. BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIESWebsite - https://backcountryrookies.comInstagram - @backcountryrookiesFacebook - Backcountry Rookies      Group - Backcountry Rookies Nation Elk101 University of Elk HuntingSave 20% by using the code ROOKIEShttps://www.elk101.com/product/university-of-elk-hunting-online-course/ goHUNT InsiderReceive a $50 Credit to the goHUNT Gear Shop when you purchase the Insider Program and use the code ROOKIESwww.gohunt.com/insider Vortex OpticsUse the code ROOKIES and save 20% on apparel at the Vortex Optics Websitehttps://vortexoptics.com Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast

Tags Drawn, Gear Upgrades, Scouting Trips

This week Chad has Mark Livesay back on the show.  This time Mark talks about ways to prepare for your if you may have procrastinated a bit.  Chad and Mark talk about looking for hunting areas and how Mark finds great spots through e-scouting.  They talk about some gear that’s necessary and some that isn’t at all.  Mark is always a great guest and full of information.  You don’t want to miss this one! MARK LIVESAY – TREELINE PURSUITSWebsite - https://treelinepursuits.comInstagram - @treeline_pursuits BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIESWebsite - https://backcountryrookies.comInstagram - @backcountryrookiesFacebook - Backcountry Rookies      Group - Backcountry Rookies Nation Elk101 University of Elk HuntingSave 20% by using the code ROOKIEShttps://www.elk101.com/product/university-of-elk-hunting-online-course/ goHUNT InsiderReceive a $50 Credit to the goHUNT Gear Shop when you purchase the Insider Program and use the code ROOKIESwww.gohunt.com/insider Vortex OpticsUse the code ROOKIES and save 20% on apparel at the Vortex Optics Websitehttps://vortexoptics.com Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast

Last Minute Preparation For Your Hunt with Mark Livesay

Today Chad talks with Jaden Bales from Wyoming Wildlife Federation and Backcountry Fuel Box.  Chad and Jaden get on a roll and talk about everything from scouting for deer to chasing pronghorn.  They touch on gear they are going to use for their hunts this year and education that benefits each hunter.  You will want to listen to this start to finish, maybe even twice.  Enjoy! JADEN BALESInstagram – @jadenbalesWyoming Wildlife Federation - https://wyomingwildlife.orgBackcountry Fuel Box - https://backcountryfuelbox.com BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIESWebsite - https://backcountryrookies.comInstagram - @backcountryrookiesFacebook - Backcountry Rookies      Group - Backcountry Rookies Nation Elk101 University of Elk HuntingSave 20% by using the code ROOKIEShttps://www.elk101.com/product/university-of-elk-hunting-online-course/ goHUNT InsiderReceive a $50 Credit to the goHUNT Gear Shop when you purchase the Insider Program and use the code ROOKIESwww.gohunt.com/insider Vortex OpticsUse the code ROOKIES and save 20% on apparel at the Vortex Optics Websitehttps://vortexoptics.com Backcountry Rookies is Powered by Simplecast

We Talk About a Lot of S#!t with Jaden Bales

Welcome to the Backcountry Rookies Big Game Hunting podcast, we are new to the backcountry hunting community, or as some would say "Rookies". Our goal is to educate ourselves as well as other new western hunters and gain the experience we all need to be successful backcountry hunters. As we begin our exciting new journey we want to invite other Rookies, like us, as well as seasoned western hunters to learn and help all skill levels become prepared for their backcountry hunting adventures. In this podcast we cover backcountry hunting gear and equipment, elk hunting, mule deer hunting, antelope hunting , and other western big game species. Brought to you by the Sportsmen's Nation.

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Backcountry Rookies - Big Game Hunting Podcast

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