On Step Alaska (On Step Alaska)

Jaden Bales is back to talk about his archery antelope hunt, but we mostly end up talking about things we don't understand like how a bear can just appear and elk can disappear. We also talk about lessons learned in sports that translate to hunting, what happens when a hunt is filmed, the value of a good wall map and the importance of supporting wildlife organizations in different states - especially if you plan to hunt them.

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In this replay from 2019, I talk about approaching muskegs quietly, using creeks as cover and expecting deer bedded in the transition. On this hunt, I was moving slow enough that I saw a deer bedded in brush well before the edge of a muskeg. He bumped, but I didn't rush after him. I gave a few quiet calls after a few minutes, then slowly moved toward the muskeg. He had only bumped to the edge of the muskeg. It was a quick and easy shot. Then as I waited for my buddies, a boat came in and dropped off a hunter in the same cove where we were anchored. Madness.

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Ketchikan High School graduate and entrepreneur Isaiah Navales and I talk about lessons from commercial fishing, favorite ways to eat fish, the value in leaving home and coming back on your own terms, basketball memories and the strength of Alaskan communities.

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DJ Hansen is a life-long resident of Craig, Alaska, and owner of DJ's Alaska Adventure Rentals. In this episode we talk about growing up on Prince of Wales Island, coaching basketball, the importance of a tight-knit community and how economic opportunities have changed since we were in high school.

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Caleb Jacques runs guided grizzly bear photography adventures in Katmai. In this episode we talk about his family lodge transitioning from a fishing lodge to a photography safari lodge. We discuss bear skills, photography skills and food cravings after being in rural country for extended periods of time.

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In this episode Abby and I recap our top fishing, hunting and camping moments of the year. We also discuss making moves on mountain goats in the fog, rainbow trout on the Kenai, Wyoming mule deer, boat camping, hunting pressure, hunting strategies and home building.

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Jayleen Bydlon is the owner of Jayleen's Alaska which provides private whale watching tours in Juneau, Alaska. Jayleen is a lifelong resident of Juneau and started the business when she was 22-years old. In this episode we talk about business models, marketing, the tourism industry, whale attitudes and how to make it through winter.

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Will Collins is a canoeing fanatic and the host of the Buffalo Roamer Podcast. In this episode we talk about fishing, boats, podcasting, education and the farm life in Illinois.

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In this episode I talk with Juneau resident Dallin Hanchett about his Kodiak mountain goat hunt next month. We discuss expectations, gear, goat populations, conditioning, dream hunts and guilty pleasure Lower 48 food.

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Abby and I recap the successful hunt on Saturday. We talk about getting to less pressured locations, Plan A vs. Plan B, Western hunting vs. Alaska hunting, terrain and tips for people looking to DIY.

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One of the most popular podcasts I've done was how to call blacktail deer with the Drop Shot Calls guys at their place in Craig. So here it is, everything you want to know about making calls and calling deer in Southeast Alaska.

Episode 68 (Nov. 25, 2018) - I visited the Drop Shot Calls workbench to talk about how they got started, what makes a good call, when you should call, how long you should wait and what works for them. We also talk about the right tools for the job, rut tactics, and the future of the resource.

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T.K. Coleman is an entrepreneur with incredible insight about education, entrepreneurship and personal growth. In this episode we talk about developing professional skills, finding space in saturated markets, being a multi-dimensional thinker, how to approach the pursuit of lofty goals and unique opportunities after high school that don't involve college,

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Paisley Wortman and Tyler Bennett recap their Oregon elk success. Paisley grew up in Craig, Alaska, and her bull was her first with her bow. Tyler is a resident of Oregon and has been hunting elk since he was young. In this episode we break down the hunt and discuss lessons learned, the value of persistence, taking good shots and the importance of practice.

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Robby Denning is a co-owner of Rokslide, the comprehensive hunting website. In this episode we talk about the purpose of Rokslide, filling the needs of hunters, the current state of hunting, turning non-hunters into pro-hunters rather than anti-hunters, the value of conservation groups like RMEF and even a little fishing.

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Casey McConnell and I recap his sheep and moose hunt. We also talk about blacktail plans, pre-rut, rut, dates, tactics and observations from previous seasons. Casey is a resident of Hoonah and probably the most intense e-scouter I know.

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In this special episode, Brandon Purcell previews Stone Glacier's film "Tide Swing" which drops April 20. We talk about hunting in Alaska, expectations, preparation, the guide life and of course black bear hunting.

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Melissa Castle is back to talk about her latest adventure - earning her pilots license. In this episode we talk about aviation, flying in floatplanes for sports growing up, deer hunts, elk hunts, mountain goat hunts and floating rivers.

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Alaska Wild Project's Brandon Fifield is back to talk about his latest sheep trip and upcoming moose hunt. We discuss sacrificing hunt time to help others, mindset going into difficult hunts, tantrums, minimalist mountain hunts vs. heavy gear low elevation hunts and how ranking hunts is impossible.

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As host of a successful podcast, Chad Ryker from Backcountry Rookies has talked to many hunters about many different types of hunts so we break down what is most important when telling a story, the type of guests we like having on, the ability of some big names to stay honest and humble after they get big and, of course, our hunting plans for the rest of the fall.

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Danny Lehr is co-founder of Caffeine and Kilos a weightlifting/coffee lifestyle brand. In this episode we preview his first ever deer hunt.

Danny and I have been friends since we taught high school together in California before I moved back to Alaska. This is his fourth trip to Alaska, but first hunt.

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Mark Boardman from Vortex Optics joins me to talk about applying a college education in a career, the fundamentals of a positive growth culture at a gear company, the importance of customer relations, quality products, his next hunt and when to pour gas on a good idea.

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Argali founder Brad Brooks and I talk about producing a hunting film. Rather than just gear and shots, we dive into storytelling, style, influences, background, length authenticity and the difference between a person and a host.

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GoHunt's Chris Neville talks about his 2021 Alaska caribou hunt (a hunt no longer available to non-federally qualified hunters), travel ethics, gear and the impact of content and social media on hunting.

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Emily Thompson recaps her grizzly bear and elk hunts. We also discuss getting started in hunting, mentorship, the Alaska lifestyle and pushing yourself.

Emily lives in Anchorage and is a member of the Anchorage Fire Department.

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Rob Casperson is the head coach of the Juneau-Douglas boys basketball team. He grew up in Juneau and played for the team that lost to future NBA player Trajan Langdon's East Anchorage team in the state finals, and was later a teammate of Alaska's next NBA player - Carlos Boozer. In this episode we talk about adapting a system to match players, Alaska's talent pool, recruiting, dramatic finishes and how 4a basketball has changed around the state.

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Along the Keel host Zach Rollins and I talk about creating value as an entrepreneur or content maker, authenticity, travel and docking boats.

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In this episode I talk with Jaden Bales about the progression of a hunter. We discuss fine-tuning gear decisions, hunting in shorts (not in Alaska), turning information learned inside into success outside, luck and going with your gut. We also talk about the dynamics of trying to break into the content world as podcast hosts and writers.

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Lyle Hebel is the marketing director at Stone Glacier. In this episode we talk about the creative process, where to get inspiration, the role of gear, how to grow a company without losing identity and the good and bad of feedback.

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In this episode Fairbanks resident Harrison Gottschling and I talk about his upcoming caribou hunt in a coveted area. We talk about the best ways to get information, what to look for when e-scouting, mileage expectations, logistical concerns when flying in and floating, meals that get your mind right and why he has 42 chickens.

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Jason Holliday joins me to talk about finding public land to hang your stand back east. We also discuss outdoor entrepreneurs that sound like used-car salesmen, the value of authenticity and maintaining consistency when doing a podcast.

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In this solo episode I talk about the physically and mentally demanding nature of summers in Alaska. I also talk about my fishing history with my brother, how his career in the military has necessitated sacrifice on his part and that of his wife, and getting to the point when you start appreciating family, health and experiences more.

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Ryan John and I preview our caribou hunt in the Brooks Range. We discuss expectations,, gear and how hunts differ around the state.

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Ketchikan Mayor Dave Kiffer and I talk Southeast Alaska history from Parnassus Books in downtown Ketchikan. We start off with agriculture and gold rush then move to the great Region V basketball rivalries. If you want to know what life is like in Southeast Alaska, this is a quality glimpse. If you live here, it'll bring back memories.

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Travis Thomas is a 4th grade teacher and artist in Utah. In this episode we talk about having a rewarding career, buying gear, the weird world of online promotion, favorite hunts and positively impacting students.

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In part 1 of how to hunt Sitka blacktail deer in Southeast Alaska, I go back to episode 117 for a discussion with my buddy Ryan John. We talk scouting muskegs, what Google Earth can't show you, the importance of hunting the entire way to the muskeg not just the muskeg itself, how long to stay, being quiet, and when to eat snacks.

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Jessica Rostad was born and raised in Fairbanks and now is an owner of Big Ray's, the family business that opened in 1947. We talk about the history of the store, challenges that come with running a business in Alaska, competing with online websites, the tenacity that comes with growing up in Alaska, 30-inch rainbow trout and the upcoming Black Friday specials at the Big Ray's stores.

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Harrison Gottschling and I talk about hunt opportunities in Alaska, talking to biologists, hunting mindset, building homes and preview his sheep hunt.

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In this episode I recap the spring bear season, a few tips about gear, tactics and look forward to fall bear, with caribou and blacktail in-between.

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Danny Lehr is co-founder of Caffeine and Kilos, a weightlifting and coffee lifestyle brand. In this episode we talk about having a voice in an industry, defining standards, priorities and authenticity.

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Alaska Wild Project's Brandon Fifield recaps his moose hunt. We also talk about having intense experiences vs. tempting dangerous situations, meat care in bear territory, peppered game bags, urine-laced caribou livers, finding spots, respecting someone else's spot and looking out for each other.

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The first Father's Day without Dad was a tough one, but they get easier over the years. In this episode I talk about my first year without him and how things have changed since he passed in 2009.

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Fairbanks resident Harrison Gottschling and I discuss morning routines, the 40-mile caribou herd, family vacations and what constitutes oversharing as it pertains to hunting spots.

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From the crow's nest in Larry Jackson's Ketchikan cabin, we talk about the evolution/history of charter fishing, technology, methods, coho and king salmon populations, boats and the time a boat he was on capsized.

Erika Smith is known in the social media world as AlaskaOutDoorGirl. In this episode we talk about skiing, fishing, the dating scene in Alaska, coping with winter, growing your community and how long we'd last on Alone.

Larry Jackson is the owner of Bare Boat Alaska. He has been a commercial fisherman, charter fisherman, teacher, entrepreneur and now rents boats and his maintains his rental cabin. In this episode we talk about the beauty of Alaska on your own terms and what's changed in all his years as a resident.

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Hoonah resident Casey McConnell and I talk about gear, terrain differences between the Brooks Range and Southeast Alaska, judging sheep, hunting blacktail, Wyoming elk and hunting pressure.

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Trent Fisher is co-founder of Born and Raised Outdoors. In this episode we talk about going all-in on an entrepreneurial endeavor, avoiding pitfalls, making the math work, mentoring, why creators should help other creators rather than see them as competition and of course, elk and bear hunting.

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Dale Luginbill is approaching 200 episodes of his FullScale Outdoors Podcast. In this episode we discuss the time needed to produce video, written, or audio content, overcoming the self-doubt, how to get started, how to continue and some of the pitfalls we have encountered along the way.

Though this podcast does talk about podcasts and the outdoor industry, the themes are universal. People have dreams or ideas and of those people, few follow through. Of those few, even fewer see it totally through. That doesn't mean if you do follow through you will become the next Steve Rinella, Tom Rowland or Patrick McManus, but you'll never know unless sit down and start writing or hit record.

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Ryan John and I do an initial preview of our caribou hunt this September. We talk gear, expectations, weight, hot tents, picking up other tags (moose and sheep) just incase and me attempting my first hunting film.

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Fairbanks resident Harrison Gottschling is back to talk about his cabin building project and early season caribou hunting. We discuss food, gear, overthinking, and other caribou hunting considerations.

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John Abernathey is the man behind the Destination Elk camera. Fresh off filming Corey Jacobsen and Donnie Drake's elk hunt in Alaska, John and I talk angles, gear, editing, software and tips for filming hunts. We discuss GoPro audio, DSLRs, filming in the rain, and what happens when Corey goes into predator mode.

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After a week of rain, it was so nice to see the mountains again and I tore off up one to hunt. It was a short weather window but I had a few chances. In this episode I recap two encounters with bucks and some simple things that help me cope when hunts turn miserable.

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Abby and I talk about our favorite game and fish meals - from mountain goat tenderloin and blacktail heart tacos to Vietnamese mule deer sausage, halibut tacos to miso and sesame garlic salmon.

Purchase my latest book Beyond the Hunt at OnStepAlaska.com or on Amazon.

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Abby and I recap the weekend mountain goat hunt. We discuss hunting mentalities, favorite foods, mentors and impressionable hunts.

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In part 2 of how to hunt Sitka blacktail deer in Southeast Alaska, I replay one of my earliest episodes. The guys behind Drop Shot Calls invited me over to talk hunting, calling and all things Prince of Wales living. The recording is done at their bench as they are working on their calls so there is authentic background noise and examples of how they call to bring in the big bucks they are known for.

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Emory Wanger is an outdoor writer, blogger and photographer. In this episode we talk about writing about about the right mindset for backpacking, helping others and our favorite gear.

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In this episode Abby and I recap her first ever Sitka blacktail deer success. We discuss hunting pressure, ethics, hunting in the heat and food cravings.

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My wife and I are back from our honeymoon on the Kenai Peninsula. In this episode we talk about expectations vs. reality, the best way to catch fish, some great places to eat, a really poor place to stay, why travel reviews are often flawed, and our great day in Anchorage to close out the trip.

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Kyle Wilkinson (Young Guides Podcast) and I talk about hunting and fly fishing films, 'slams', attitudes and epic trips vs. the hometown favorite.

In this solo episode I break down the different season start dates for blacktail deer in Unit 2 (Prince of Wales) because it always seems like some non-resident is surprised upon hearing the season opens Aug. 1, but that they can't hunt federal land until Aug. 16. I recap the last three season openers, the impact of heat and dry spells on deer activity, finding a honey hole and changes to TheMediocreAlaskan.com including a section devoted to issues concerning hunters and anglers in Alaska.

In this solo episode I talk about some of the difficult aspects of podcasting such as lining up guests and some of the most important things to keep in mind, like doing research and finding unique angles so you're not having a person tell the same story they did last week on a podcast (unless it truly is incredible). Anytime you are creating anything, it comes down to audience and purpose. What are you creating, who are you creating for, and why?

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John Abernathey is the man behind the Destination Elk camera. Fresh off filming Corey Jacobsen and Donnie Drake's elk hunt in Alaska, John and I talk angles, gear, editing, software and tips for filming hunts. We discuss GoPro audio, DSLRs, filming in the rain, and what happens when Corey goes into predator mode.

This episode originally aired last September, but it's one of the most popular and since it's filming season, I'm re-releasing this excellent episode with John.

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Abby and I talk about the upcoming Sitka blacktail deer rut season. We discuss tactics, observations, contradictions, when to call, having confidence and being patient.

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Abby and I talk about hunting weather windows, terrain, habitat, deer food, food made from deer and our plan for hunting. We also talk a little more about my caribou hunt and why I don't want to share too much about where I'm going.

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Nick Roberts is editor of Bonefish & Tarpon Journal and is the Director of Marketing and Communications for Bonefish & Tarpon Trust. In this episode we talk about sight fishing for redfish, tarpon and bonefish. We also get into the need to think about sustainability, responsibility and the inability for anglers and hunters to be on the sidelines as political and environmental issues become more important.

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Road bike or urban bike? Mountain bike with full suspension or a hard tail? In this episode I talk with Cycle Alaska co-owner John McConnochie about the biking culture in Juneau, owning a shop, his favorite trails, selecting the style of bike that best fits your lifestyle, and how to then choose the bike that's right for you.

Ketchikan residents Jake Rodgers and Ryan John recap their memorably miserable pack out after taking two big blacktail bucks in mid-August. We discuss best time of day to find bucks, how Jake keeps finding big bucks, the willingness to return to brutal areas and hitting weather windows.

.5 episodes are bonus Thursday episodes meant to keep the release closer to the event and provide a better sense of time.

For more about hunting, the hunting industry and content creation, my latest book Beyond the Hunt is available at OnStepAlaska.com, Amazon and local bookstores in Southeast Alaska.

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In this solo episode I recap lessons learned from my caribou, brown bear, elk, mule deer and blacktail deer hunts in 2021.

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Juneau resident Dallin Hanchett is back to recap his Kodiak mountain goat hunt we previewed in Episode 233. We discuss the weather, elevation, brown bears, how to get mentally prepared each morning when everything is wet and cold, the helpful attitude of rural residents, savoring game meat to make it last and where this hunt ranks on his all-time list.

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Jack Lau (Alaska Wild Project and Double Shovel Cider Co.) is back to break down his moose camp. We talk about luxuries vs. necessities, expected daily mileage while hunting moose, what to look for when scouting a spot, archery set ups, fall fly fishing and promoting healthy eating habits.

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Rich Krupa grew up in North Pole Alaska, played college basketball at Sheldon Jackson College in Sitka, met his wife, and never left. His daughter played at Sitka High School while he was an assistant coach and she went on to play at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. In this episode we talk about college basketball in Alaska, the college basketball recruiting scene, the downside of trying to "be seen", recruiting services, and adjusting to team dynamics as a coach.

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Jen Loofbourrow is founder of Alpine Fit, a gear brand based in Anchorage. In this episode we talk about the technology behind (and development of) good gear, kayak adventures, skiing and the importance of finding active groups to make winter fun.

Erika Smith is known in the social media world as AlaskaOutDoorGirl. In this episode we talk about skiing, fishing, the dating scene in Alaska, coping with winter, growing your community and how long we'd last on Alone.

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Hike up a mountain with a tent and stove? Yeah. Kevin Timm is the owner of Seek Outside, the manufacturer of the hot tent in which I spent the majority of what would have been a rainy, foggy, miserable alpine hunt in September had it not been for my buddy who owned one of these tents. I do not own one, but I wanted to track down Kevin and talk about the technology behind the tents, what makes them dependable and perform well in all Alaskan conditions.

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The Kenai Peninsula is Alaska's Playground, so it was an obvious choice for our Honeymoon. In this episode Abby and I talk about pre-wedding stress, expectations for fishing the Kasilof and Kenai Rivers, Airbnb rentals, fly selections and how much planning should go into a road trip.

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Harrison Gottschling is back to recap the Alaska caribou hunt we previewed in episode 224. We talk about coping with the snow, changing plans, stalking caribou success, holding out for big animals in tough-to-draw units and the soundtrack of a long pack out.

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Jaden Bales is back to talk about his newest entrepreneurial endeavor and recap his hunting season so far. We talk about helping people make the most out of opportunities, mindset on familiar and new hunts and hunting with our significant others.

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Abby and I recap our week on Prince of Wales Island. We recap our blacktail deer hunt, the deer population on POW, discuss the pros and cons of different rafts and fishing for salmon.

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My wife and I recap her elk and mule deer hunts from last month. We talk about our summer scouting, her encounters while solo archery hunting before I arrived, what happens when the elk go silent and opening day rifle season mule deer success as a consolation.

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Kris Millgate is CEO of Tight Line Media, author of My Place Among Men, My Place Among Fish and was nominated for an Emmy for her film about the 850-mile salmon migration from the ocean to Idaho. In this episode we talk about her path from shyness to successful storyteller, the difference between uncomfortable and unsafe, overcoming challenges and the editing process.

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Abby and I talk about steelhead appreciation after two straight weekends of chasing them. We also talk about the potentially dire future for fish in general, valuing experiences and do a little previewing of spring black bear season which is underway.

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Jen Loofbourrow is back to talk more about her award-winning, Alaska-owned business Alpine Fit. We discuss outdoor technology, entrepreneurial issues involving obtaining start-up money, outdoor recreation pairings, the importance of living the lifestyle rather than just running a business, why it's important to stay Alaskan rather than move to an industry hub and upcoming events.

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I don't trust canoes. Well, I don't trust myself in canoes. Will Collins trusts himself enough to have canoed the Yukon, Grand Canyon and Mississippi. In this episode I talk with him about canoeing, adventuring, his podcast and the the best part of long trips down big rivers.

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Alaskan Erika Smith is back to talk influencing people vs. being, or trying to be an "influencer," brown bear encounters, the importance of practicing bear defense devices (10mm and bear spray), salmon burger recipes and the difference between writing stress and content making stress.

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Kelly Smith grew up on Prince of Wales Island and played basketball for Thorne Bay and Craig in the mid-1990s. He is now the head coach of the Ketchikan High School girls basketball team which as won the Region V title eight out of the last nine years. In this episode we talk about the transition to coaching girls, building a program and island life.

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Brandon Fifield tells the story of his last minute moose opportunity. Brandon is a member of Alaska Wild Project and a resident of Anchorage.

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Harrison Gottschling and I are firm advocates for hunters making hunts happen and outdoor entrepreneurs helping others by providing valuable insight for those looking for new experiences. In this episode, we discuss the potential unintended consequences of such valuable resources being so readily available, not to advocate against them, but as a way of thinking through potential pitfalls in order to avoid them. We talk about hunting mindset, desperation, how a hunt changes as a result of population and pressure, the misconception that services like GoHunt, Rokslide or Huntin' Fool ruin hunting, the stupidity behind the "must be nice" attitude and how if I won the Powerball lottery I'd buy a ranch in Wyoming and only let my friends hunt it...just like those tycoons we resent.

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In this episode I talk with Corey Jacobsen about the value of research, educating hunters, confidence and the importance of being authentic in a world loaded with egos.

Corey is the man behind Elk101, The University of Elk Hunting online course and Destination Elk on Youtube

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In this episode I update the progress of my upcoming book Beyond the Hunt. I give a synopsis of the publishing process, the book itself and just how much work goes into it.

Since I am in the last edits and we are also busy with finishing the house (in addition to our full time jobs), I'm going to be publishing the Top 4 episodes of 2022 to finish off the year.

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Joseph Jackson is the author of the new book It's Only Fishing which was released in January. In this episode we talk about fly fishing, content inspiration, getting published and storytelling for an audience vs. telling inside jokes to buddies.

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Rain. Cold. Buck down. Bear.

In this excited, maybe frantic I-just-got-home-episode, I recap my first buck of the year. It was cold and rainy, then there was a buck, then there was waiting, then finally a chance to shoot the buck. Then there was a bear. Thankfully the bear was not a brown or grizzly (none on the island I hunted) and hadn't claimed my buck before I did. Still, I quartered, and boned out the rest of the required meat with AC/DC playing on my phone in the rain. I also sent a few inReach messages just incase. I have a bear tag but the season doesn't open until Sept. 1. With the amount of blueberries in the area, it probably tasted delicious so I'll have to go back.

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Skagway resident Adam Smith and I discuss hunting mountain goats in Southeast Alaska, proposals to prevent population decline, blowing up spots, social media use and sewing.

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Meta Mesdag is a photographer turned oyster farmer (Salty Lady Seafoods) in Juneau. In this episode we talk about her career transition, the entrepreneurship scene in Southeast Alaska, challenges brought on by Covid and bad weather, the science behind the life cycle and growing conditions or oysters.

I almost changed the name of the podcast because contemporary society's obsession with the removal of challenges and acceptance of underachieving. I reject the sentiment that a life free of physical and mental challenges is what we should strive for and that seeking them is toxic masculinity. When I used "mediocre" the intent was to resonate with those who have worked through, or who are currently battling to improve. No one starts out an expert. This podcasts is for the grinders, the workers and the doers who are honest about the lows and struggles.

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Brian Barney is the host of Eastmans' Elevated and the co-host of Life of a Bowhunter. In this episode we talk about breaking in bows, practice, pairing arrows, learning from mistakes, hunting a variety of species and the importance of a productive mindset.

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Abby and I recap the mountain goat hunt I was sure would end in failure. We discuss the downs of the alpine season, impacts of weather, goat and deer habitat overlap, fog, stalks, frustration and the rugged nature of mountain goats.

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In this episode I talk to the 2018 Ketchikan High School Valedictorian, Largim Zhuta, about leaving a small town on an island in Alaska, to pursue a mechanical engineering degree at Santa Clara University. We talk about what happens when you're surrounded by Valedictorians, paying for college, energy production and storage, and the difference between working on solutions for problems and working on ways to make money off people.

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Pete Kaple is the man behind The Skiff Wanderer on Instagram and Youtube. He is an avid angler and budding filmmaker in Texas. In this episode we talk about how the first fish you catch is often the fish you chase for the rest of your life. We also discuss branching out to pursue other species, the skiff live in Alaska vs. the skiff life in Texas and considerations when building a brand. Also, there is NOT ONE "Alaska is bigger than Texas" joke. See, we can all get along.

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To close out the year, I found two of the best from dozens of great episodes with great guests. In this episode I talk to fellow product of Prince of Wales, Melissa Castle, who took a bison in interior Alaska. We talk about her upbringing in Craig, the best parts of living in Anchorage and the details of her hunt.

This episode was released in April.

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In this episode Turner Rowland and I talk about fires in the West, fishing, hunting, the importance of having or being a mentor for someone else, whether or not it's the Golden Age of outdoor content, or the Wild West and what that means for hunters and anglers going forward.

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