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Robby Denning hosts today’s Rokcast episode.  He’s jumps right into the chapters in his first book about Focus, Solo Hunting, & Passing Up Bucks.  He gets in to the importance of focus, why you’ll often be solo hunting, and the art of passing up bucks when hunting big mule deer. [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] If you’re interested in Robby’s first book, Hunting Big Mule Deer: How to Take the Best Buck of your Life, search Amazon. Find Robby’s lastest book: Hunting Big Mule Deer: The Stories on Amazon

Robby takes on the subject of Judging Big Mule Deer in today’s episode. Judging big mule deer is both an art and a science.  If you don’t want ground shrinkage, today’s episode is for you.  Robby includes chapters from his original book: Hunting Big Mule Deer: How to Take the Best Buck of Your Life (available on Amazon. [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] Find Robby’s lastest book: Hunting Big Mule Deer: The Stories on Amazon

Today's Tipsy Tuesday, Sam Weaver is joined by Stephen Lathrop to talk about something that will make or break your hunt - Boots! Stephen is part of the team over at Lathrop and Sons who have over 30 years of experience knowing feet, but more importantly, knowing what feet need from a boot to be a great match together. Stephen walks us through the process and along the way drops some serious knowledge on ways anyone can get the best fitting boot for thier feet. Sam shifts the talk towards Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] ,previous Rokcast episodes https://rokslide.com/forums/forums/rokcast.129/ and finishes with the latest western news. Lathrop and Sons (618)544-878 https://lathropandsons.com/ Synergy footbeds https://lathropandsons.com/collections/l-s-synergy-footbeds Mountain Hunter Elite boots https://lathropandsons.com/collections/l-s-brand-boots/products/lathrop-sons-mountain-hunter-elite [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ]

Robby Denning hosts Jeff Short of the Wyoming Game and Fish Department.  Jeff, a Wildlife Biologist, co-authored an extensive paper on antler point restrictions across the West. They talk about what works, what doesn’t, and why the outcomes of antler point restrictions are often counter intuitive. If you liked this episode, you might like this one here [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] Find Robby’s lastest book here: Hunting Big Mule Deer: The Stories on Amazon

  Pre-Scouting Pic of Travis 2017 Idaho Velvet Deer Travis with a 226" Idaho Velvet Mule deer he had pre-scouted from earlier in 2017 Travis Hobbs and Dustin Wittwer jump on the podcast to discuss Scouting Deer and why it is so important, and why you should make time in the summer to get out as much as possible. Travis tells a few stories on how it has paid off for him over the years and why you should consider making time to scout deer. Travis with a 240"+ Deer from Idaho in 2014 The 240"+ Deer in Velvet from 2014 Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app Elk Hunters, Check out this recent podcast with Ryan Carter https://www.rokslide.com/scouting-big-bulls-with-ryan-carter/ If you enjoy the Finding Backcountry Podcast, you can find him here at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-backcountry-podcast/id1300049930

Today's Tipsy Tuesday, Sam Weaver is joined by Scott Reekers to find out what western tag opportunities are still out there for 2023. Scott takes us though left over lists, returns and re-issues, and landowner tag opportunities. Scott then walks us though his newest project with Eastmans outdoors TagHub 2.0 Follow along to hear all about the lastest and greatest upgrades to TagHub. Sam then has Zach Harold on to Discuss his lastest head to head bow review https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4bbeLGHCts that just dropped on the Rokslide YouTube Channel. Sam then shifts the talk towards other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and previous Rokcast episodes https://rokslide.com/forums/forums/rokcast.129/ and finishes with the latest western hunting news. Eastmans TagHub https://taghub.eastmans.com/ 15% off of Elite annual TagHub subscription code is- RS15 $400 of Swarovski EL (swarovskioptik.com) [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ]

In today's Tipsy Tuesday Host Sam Weaver is joined by Ben Renyolds and Mike Moore as they prepare for their Alaska Dall sheep openers. Ben and Mike share valuable tips on how you can hunt more effective while lightening your pack weight. Contrary to the myth that lightening your pack weight has to be expensive, some of these tips are low cost or even free. A deeper dive down the light weight rabbit hole can be found in the Lightwieght Zone https://rokslide.com/forums/forums/the-lightweight-zone.52/ Sam takes us though the 8th annual Best Mule Deer Hunt Photo Contest https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/2023-best-mule-deer-hunt-photo-contest-sponsored-by-kryptek.320677/ sponsored by Kryptek. For all your spreadsheet and weight recording needs- Lighterpack.com Learn more about Kryptek [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ]

Robby hosts today’s episode.  This is Part 1 of Robby’s take on finding big mule deer, taken from his first book, Hunting Big Mule Deer.  If you want to hunt tags where YOU have the best chance at success, listen in. Finding big mule deer isn’t just about drawing great tags. [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon     If you like this episode, you might like this episode by Travis Hobbs and Dustin Wittwer here https://www.rokslide.com/scouting-deer-with-travis-hobbs-and-dustin-wittwer/

Today's Tipsy Tuesday has Paul Kardos from Kowa USA, listen in to learn all about Japan's finest optics producer and the discussion about their newest offerings.  Afterwards Kyle Sandusky runs us though his review of the Elite Omnia. Sam then shifts the talk towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ]

Robby hosts the Rokcast from mountain top for today’s episode. He hits the Big Picture research required when looking for big mule deer and also includes his lates gear updates from MagView Mathews IronWill Swarovski The mule deer seasons are starting to open up and no better time to catch an episode of the Rokcast! Find out why Big Picture research is just the beginning, not the end [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here      

That title isn’t click-bait.  Pay attention to what is going on at the Wildlife Commission level in each state or you just may witness the end of hunting. How could this happen? Those who aren’t so pro-hunting are infiltrating wildlife commissions across the country, and are making decisions to diminish our North American Model of Wildlife Conservation https://www.fws.gov/story/2022-04/north-american-model-wildlife-conservation-wildlife-everyone We as hunters cannot sit back and hope someone else gets involved to save our hunting future. It’s up to us! Funding for the protection of hunting is not all that is needed. Sportsmen and women need to give time to protecting hunting’s future.  HOWL for Wildlife, lead by Charles Whitwam and John Stallone, have made it simple and effective to get involved.  Give some time now to listen to this episode. In it, you’l not only learn about the mounting threat to hunting, but how effective each hunter can be in fighting for sound, scientific wildlife management.  We can win this battle and stop the end of hunting Join HOWL here https://www.howlforwildlife.org/memberships Learn more about HOWL in this 2.5 minute video: https://youtube.com/watch?v=AKArXoQLvSI&si=FgXYBs9rvXnTzlnt More Rokslide forum discussion here

Today's Tipsy Tuesday has 40 year elk hunting veteran Ross Russell along with Hunting Guide Randon Timothy to talk all things Elk Hunting. These guys drop some serious knowledge to help make this September our best Elk hunt yet. Afterwards Josh Boyd runs us though his review of the Peax Solitude 4-man Tipi https://www.rokslide.com/peax-solitude-4-tipi-review/. Sam then shifts the talk towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest western news. Best Elk Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Elk Hunt Photo, sponsored by Kifaru | Rokslide Forum Peax Solitude 4-man Tipi Giveaway PEAX SOLITUDE 4 TIPI GIVEAWAY | Page 13 | Rokslide Forum Rokcast Elk Tactics with Ross Russell - Rokslide [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ]

Frequent Rokcast guest Toby Boudreau is back. He is the Idaho Fish and Game Deer and Elk Coordinator. Toby recently attended the Nevada mule deer summit, a gathering of wildlife professionals from across the West. Listen in as Robby and Toby talk about issues affecting mule deer from weather patterns, noxious, weeds, habitat manipulation, and much more. Listeners will feel like they just attended the Nevada Mule Deer summit in this episode [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here      

Big bucks are rolling in! More than a few hunters have found success on this season’s archery mule deer hunts.  Robby gives a shout-out to a few of these hunters and assigns some homework on today’s episode for those wanting to be a better buck hunter. He also gives a recap of his first week in the field. [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here    

Feeding Deer with Dr. Randy Larsen- Feeding Deer on a bad winter has had a lot of negative press over the years. Disease issues, costs associated and the looming question- Does it actually benefit mule deer??? Dr. Randy Larsen, Wildlife Biologist from Brigham Young University breaks down results of the Utah Division of Wildlife's 2023 feed study conducted on the Cache Unit in Northern Utah. We also discuss benefits of lots of moisture and the recent wet summer. Also discussion of antler development and why antler growth might have been delayed. Lots of good information and some shocking results. [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] Deer On Feed Row Processing Captured Deer Utah's Press Release on Feeding from the Spring of 2023-https://wildlife.utah.gov/news/utah-wildlife-news/1588-dwr-implements-emergency-deer-feeding-in-northern-utah-due-to-deep-snow-and-poor-condition.html Dr. Randy Larsen on an earlier episode of the Rokcast- https://www.rokslide.com/growing-big-mule-deer-with-wildlife-prof-randy-larsen/ More on Dr. Larsen-https://pws.byu.edu/directory/randy-larsen

Today's Tipsy Tuesday guest is Darin Cooper an accomplished hunter whose adventures have led him around the globe. Darin gives us the secret to affordably using the latest and greatest gear every season; Rent Outdoor Gear https://rentoutdoorgear.com/ Listen in as he brings us up to date on the available gear and just how hassle free the entire rental process is. Afterwards Matt Cashell runs us though his latest optics review Meopta Optika LR VS Leica Geovid R Binoculars . Sam then shifts the talk towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest western news. ROKSLIDE10 for 10% off rentals Find Rent Outdoor Gear – Rent Outdoor Gear  Best Elk Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Elk Hunt Photo, sponsored by Kifaru | Rokslide Forum Best Muledeer Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Mule Deer Hunt Photo Contest, sponsored by Kryptek | Rokslide Forum Best Whitetail Deer Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Whitetail Photo Contest, sponsored by First Lite | Rokslide Forum Best Wild Sheep Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Wild Sheep Hunt Photo Contest, sponsored by Stone Glacier | Rokslide Forum [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ]

  Today's Tipsy Tuesday Focuses on Altitude Sickness Signs and Symptoms with Dr Will Frye. Dr Frye has taken multiple wilderness medicine courses and will help us sort out the facts and fiction of Altitude Sickness, recognize the symptoms and advise us on a few treatment options. Jaden Bales joins to go over his Argali Owyhee tent review https://www.rokslide.com/argali-owyhee-1p-tent-review/. Sam then shifts the talk towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest western news.   Best Elk Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Elk Hunt Photo, sponsored by Kifaru | Rokslide Forum Best Muledeer Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Mule Deer Hunt Photo Contest, sponsored by Kryptek | Rokslide Forum Best Whitetail Deer Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Whitetail Photo Contest, sponsored by First Lite | Rokslide Forum Best Wild Sheep Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Wild Sheep Hunt Photo Contest, sponsored by Stone Glacier | Rokslide Forum [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ]

Marlon Holden has taken over 60 mule deer bucks with a bow in less than 20 years— a true mule deer stalker. We want to learn from a hunter like that, so Robby invited Marlon on today’s Rokcast episode. Listen in as they talk about all that goes into stalking mule deer bucks from the high country to the desert.  Everything from reading topography, understanding wind & thermals, optics, the “pocket”, keeping your boots on, why a stabilizer might be overrated, and other deep thoughts to think when stalking mule deer. Marlon covers scouting, and hunting both velvet and hard-horned bucks. They also touch on gear for bowhunting mule deer, from SKRE Clothing, to Zamberlan Boots, to Vortex Optics to Marlon’s Hoyt RX-7 Marlon is also the creator of the Graylight App here—a complete guide to hunting mule deer in all terrains and all season. See the written Rokslide review on the Graylight app here: https://www.rokslide.com/hunting-mule-deer-theres-an-app-for-that-graylight-app/ Robby and Marlon dive into the app for those listeners who might benefit from the rich resource created and updated by Marlon, the mule deer stalker.

In true A.D.D style, the Rokcast is all over the place today because Robby is hosting.  He will cover the repair and review of the Swarovski ATC Spotter, give a shout out to Rokcast listeners who did their homework and another one to those who left a review, give an official introduction to the real Sam Weaver, and take a deep dive into another chapter from Hunting Big Mule Deer: How to Take the Best Buck of Your Life—this one on Small Picture Research.  Hang on! *Note. In the Swarovski ATC portion of the episode, Robby mistakenly says it is “five-inches long”. Correction, the Swarovski ATS is five inches shorter than the Swarovski ATS for a total of 10.2” in length. Read Matt Cashell’s and Court Gordon’s reviews of the Swarovski ACT 17-40x56mm Compact Spotting Scope here [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here    

This very important episode is time sensitive! Robby hosts Toby Boudreau of the Idaho Fish and Game. As the Idaho Fish and Game Deer and Elk Coordinator, Toby is a frequent guest on the Rokcast.  Today’s topic is the newly proposed law to restrict shed antler collection in Idaho. This is a very important and hotly debated issue! Listen in and you will have a chance to comment on the proposed law.  Listen in and then jump over to the Idaho Fish and Game website below and complete the simple survey and leave a comment too. Public comments are accepted through October 9th, so don’t wait! Whether you’re for or against the shed antler law, here is your chance to be heard here https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/fg-seeks-public-comment-proposed-emergency-closures-antler-huntinggathering [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here    

Net Boone & Crockett Bucks are rare!  Only a handful are taken yearly in North America.  Robby’s guest on today’s episode—Corey Dixon—took a buck in 2022 that made the all-time list for typical mule deer. This is a very special buck but the hunt was no accident.  Corey and Robby break down the hunt from before the application season through the hunt. They talk scouting, losing bucks to other hunters, tracking, migration, and how brow tines can make or break a potential Boone & Crockett mule deer. Everyone can learn something from this episode. Robby also gives an overview of his 2023 archery mule deer season. Any attentive listener will pick up tips in this recap. Whether you ever take, or even see a Boone & Crockett Net Mule Deer, this episode is a good listen. [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here    

Ryan talks clothing for fall hunts with Mike Moore. Mike has spent years in the field from hiking to hunting to even getting into his years of service as a game warden. [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here

  Today's Tipsy Tuesday has Mike Nielson from SKRE Extreme Mountain Gear with the biggest announcement in company history and as if that isn't enough, he goes on to share his tips on taking trophy Mule deer. Afterwards Gary Schroder from OnX gives us the insider scoop for OnX's newest features. Sam then shifts the talk towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest western news.   Best Elk Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Elk Hunt Photo, sponsored by Kifaru | Rokslide Forum Best Muledeer Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Mule Deer Hunt Photo Contest, sponsored by Kryptek | Rokslide Forum Best Whitetail Deer Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Whitetail Photo Contest, sponsored by First Lite | Rokslide Forum Best Wild Sheep Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Wild Sheep Hunt Photo Contest, sponsored by Stone Glacier | Rokslide Forum Youth Best Photo Contest 2023 Best Youth Photo Contest sponsored by Western Edge Gear [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

“Five years from now, you’ll be the same person you are now except for the people you meet and the books you read”—Tremendous Charlie Jones Here’s your chance to read a great book. Today’s guest is David Knight, co-author of “Hunting in Today’s Wild West:Hunting Mule Deer and All the Other Game of the Mountain West.” Robby hosts his friend of 27 years, David Knight. They first meet in 1996 when David’s father, Mike, had bought him an Idaho Deer Tag for his High School Graduation present.  Robby spent a half a day with them and their friendship was born. David recently released his first book, “Hunting in Today's Wild West”  The book is written by today’s guest, his father, and his son—three generations of hunters hunting across the West for multiple species with all 3 weapon types It’s a face-paced read with over 50 short stories of big game hunts from mule deer, to elk, to pronghorn, to bear, and more Some of Robby’s favorite stories were of course the 180” Idaho buck, the 30” stag buck taken at the last seconds of light on the last day on the only 10 acres in the unit David could hunt the story tilted “The Hardest Hunt” when the author tagged the only buck left in the unit after the migration. The “Guide Stories” by his dad Mike are great and will thoroughly entertain.  The reader will meet the guy who shot a ground squirrel at 1000+ yards and the pro archer hitting Solo cups at 80 yards, yet both hunters blow all their close-range shots on big game. Book is available in full-color in print and also in Kindle, available on Amazon here You can discuss this book here

Robby hosts today’s episode.  He takes you through Hunting October mule deer & elk. Everything from bucks passed, to shots fired (hits and misses), hunting with the boys, and a chapter from Hunting Big Mule Deer: Weapon Systems He also touches on Idaho Fish and Games request for comment on muzzleloading bullet rule changes: Here [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here    

Today's Tipsy Tuesday has Rob Gearing from Spartan Precision Equipment talking bipods, tripods, and Spartan's newest innovations. Rob goes on to share his tips on how a bipod can make all the difference when on the hunt of a lifetime. Afterwards Adam Brune of Alps shares their current conservation initiative and explains how everything works. Travis Bertrand reviews the Vortex Razor 13-39x56mm spotting scope https://www.rokslide.com/vortex-razor-hd-13-39x56mm-spotting-scope-review/. Sam then shifts the talk towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest western news.   Best Elk Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Elk Hunt Photo, sponsored by Kifaru | Rokslide Forum Best Muledeer Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Mule Deer Hunt Photo Contest, sponsored by Kryptek | Rokslide Forum Best Whitetail Deer Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Whitetail Photo Contest, sponsored by First Lite | Rokslide Forum Best Wild Sheep Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Wild Sheep Hunt Photo Contest, sponsored by Stone Glacier | Rokslide Forum Youth Best Photo Contest 2023 Best Youth Photo Contest sponsored by Western Edge Gear Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

Today's Tipsy Tuesday has long time Staff member Jared Bloomgren on to talk Whitetails. Western Hunters underutilize one of North Americas most accessible big game animal. Want to extend your hunting season with affordable and easy to get tags, then Whitetails are the answer! Afterwards Zach Herold takes us through his newest video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dxf7CXV5agY, followed by a Jake Potter Stone Glacier review https://www.rokslide.com/stone-glacier-avro-hoody-and-206-pant-review/. Sam then shifts the talk towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest western news.   Best Elk Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Elk Hunt Photo, sponsored by Kifaru | Rokslide Forum Best Muledeer Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Mule Deer Hunt Photo Contest, sponsored by Kryptek | Rokslide Forum Best Whitetail Deer Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Whitetail Photo Contest, sponsored by First Lite | Rokslide Forum Best Wild Sheep Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Wild Sheep Hunt Photo Contest, sponsored by Stone Glacier | Rokslide Forum Youth Best Photo Contest 2023 Best Youth Photo Contest sponsored by Western Edge Gear Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

Travis and Robby are back with what is probably their final mule deer hunt wrap of the year.  They talk big bucks, mule deer rut timing, migration, hunting high and hunting low, 30” two-points, and how much attitude determines the outcome of a hunt. They also debate the topics of eating chicken guts and wearing ear plugs. Also for fun, jump over to Rokslide’s Instagram page and look at the Reel dated 11/9/23.  That is the buck Robby passed from today’s episode that Robby and Travis debate on the score. Was it a big buck? Was Robby smart to pass, or should he have shot?  Chime in on the comments section there. They also touch on gear that made this hunt: Safirflex 15-man tent here https://www.mansfieldoutdoors.com/safirflex-15-cp-canvas-tent/ Outdoorsmans Glassing System here https://outdoorsmans.com/pages/stability and a whole bunch more discussion on hunting public land big bucks. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here    

On Today’s Rokcast episode, Robby joins Dustin “The King of Energy Drinks” Wittwer of the Finding Backcountry podcast. Dustin is passionate about helping mule deer and is willing to consider all sides of the issues.  Although they don’t always agree, they each learn from these discussions and are better stewards of our mule deer resource. Today, they’re discussing the changes that the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is proposing for equipment restrictions, creating mule deer study units, and more. Utah is on the forefront of trying to bring a balance to the wants of the mule deer hunting public, from the family who’s happy with any deer on the game pole to the most selective big buck hunters. It can be a difficult and complicated process but everyone who is interested in helping mule deer should participate. The public, both Utah residents and non-residents, can comment on these proposals on the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources website on the public comments webpage here https://wildlife.utah.gov/feedback.html You can address your comments to any of the 5 Utah Regions or directly to the Utah Wildlife board. So be a good deer hunter by keeping an open mind, listening to today’s episode, and giving Utah your feedback before the Utah Wildlife Board votes on the proposals on Tuesday November 28th. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here    

Today's Tipsy Tuesday has Stephen Follett from LS Wild on to talk Long Range Shooting. Stephen takes us though his approach to long range shooting and attacks some of the lore and fallacies surrounding long range hunting. Afterwards Dioni Amuchastegui takes us through his DIY Tikka barrel swap https://www.rokslide.com/diy-tikka-barrel-swap/ followed by Howard Mee's Born Primitive Quiver Hoodie review https://www.rokslide.com/born-primitive-quiver-half-zip-hoodie-review/ Sam then shifts the talk towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest western news. DIY Tikka Barrel Swap Discussion Thread-Here Best Elk Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Elk Hunt Photo, sponsored by Kifaru | Rokslide Forum Best Muledeer Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Mule Deer Hunt Photo Contest, sponsored by Kryptek | Rokslide Forum Best Whitetail Deer Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Whitetail Photo Contest, sponsored by First Lite | Rokslide Forum Best Wild Sheep Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Wild Sheep Hunt Photo Contest, sponsored by Stone Glacier | Rokslide Forum Youth Best Photo Contest 2023 Best Youth Photo Contest sponsored by Western Edge Gear Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

Robby hosts today’s episode, discussing various topics, including limiting technology and better tasting venison and more: Utah Wildlife Board voted: No magnifying scopes Robby’s point creep story Limiting Technology continues to be a hot topic and this follows recent Trail Camera restrictions in NV, AZ,UT Venison- Dry aging you deer/elk for best flavor More info at Rokslide’s Meat & Trophy Care subforum here https://rokslide.com/forums/forums/meat-trophy-care.105/ SafirFlex 15 Tentipi review is up: here https://www.rokslide.com/tentipi-safirflex-15-review/ Rokslide Photo contests closing Dec 10: www.rokslide.com/forums Hot thread in firearms forum by MT_Wyatt “What caused the Rokslide shift to smallest caliber and cartridges” here https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/what-caused-the-rokslide-shift-to-smallest-caliber-and-cartridges.335973/#post-3365504 Robby’s conversion to smaller 270WSM from 7RemMag Hunting Big Mule Deer: Horses Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here    

Robby gives a late fall update on mule deer arriving on winter range.  He also reads chapters from his book, Hunting Big Mule Deer: How to Take the Best Buck of Your Life, on the Clothing & Optics that worked well for the majority of the years he’s hunted big mule deer. He also updates listeners with what has changed since he released his book in 2015, namely Swarovski’s BTX, ATC/CTC, Zeiss’ compact binoculars, improved mid-range optics like Vortex’s Razor line and Maven’s B line and when he uses a 10X vs. an 8X System. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here    

Travis Hobbs hosts today’s episode.  His guest is Steve Smith and outsmarting coyotes is all Steve is thinking about. He is a very accomplished, well rounded hunter, and a fun guy to have on the Rokcast. You'll pick up right away that he has such a practical approach to coyote hunting and really knows what matters and what doesn't. He is also an author, and recently released the book, "One More Stand", which is a really enjoyable, no bullshit type read that keeps you engaged from cover to cover. He truly loves coyote and predator hunting, there is nothing like the opportunity to get in the head of someone who has perfected their craft. He is a lot of fun to hunt with, and will make anyone made rethink his approach to calling coyotes. Steve will make you a better hunter.  When it comes to outsmarting coyotes, everyone can learn something from this guy. A Fantastic Read on Hunting Coyotes Purchase "One More Stand" Here https://www.amazon.com/One-More-Stand-techniques-western/dp/0578810433 For More Coyote Hunting, here is an episode from a few years ago that Jordan Budd did with Casey Johnson here

Today's Tipsy Tuesday has Jeff Lund jumping in to give everyone the run down on the Alaska's upcoming Draw and other opportunities Hunting Southeast Alaska. Hunting Southeast Alaska is a Stika blacktail deer and black bear haven, best of all it's over the counter tags! We are then joined by Jared Bloomgren for review of the Akek Climax 5400 pack https://www.rokslide.com/akek-climax-5400-backpack-review/ Sam then shifts the talk towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest western news. SE Alaska Deer Hunting-Article Here Onstep Alaska Podcast Best Whitetail Deer Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Whitetail Photo Contest, sponsored by First Lite | Rokslide Forum Youth Best Photo Contest 2023 Best Youth Photo Contest sponsored by Western Edge Gear Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

In today’s episode, Robby reads the Christmas story from the book of Luke in the Bible Luke 1:26-38 Luke 2:1-20 Merry Christmas to all, from Rokslide

Travis & Robby team up for this episode to talk about how hunting has changed, and will continue to do so. They also take listener questions Application strategy 10 years ago vs. now, Winter severity update, When does a hunter lower his standards?, Shed seasons & area closures, Colorado Wolf Introduction, Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management here https://savethehuntcolorado.com/ , Listener questions, Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here      

Travis Hobbs hosts Dan Gates of Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management. Dan is the “tip of the spear” in the fight against the scientifically unsound practice of the ballot box initiative. This just happened in Colorado with the introduction of wolves.  While that issue is already in motion with our right to hunt them a future battle, the proposed Colorado ban on mountain lion hunting is a fight the sportsmen and women can win.  Listen in to this informative episode to find out how you can fight for your right to hunt. You can support Dan's organization, Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Managment here, About Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management (savethehuntcolorado.com) Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here  https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

Rokslide staff and Moderator favorite gear picks for 2023. Only things the Rokstaff love more than hunting is testing out gear. With over 365 combined days in the field, you can rest assured that anything you see recommended here has been through the ringer. When I have a gear question these are the guys, I personally call for advice. What’s your favorite staffers go-to piece of gear for 2023? Let’s find out- Robby Denning- Robby might be best known for his love of big mule deer. You can’t kill what you can’t see so Robby’s top recommendation shouldn’t surprise anyone. The Swarovski ATC 17-40x56mm spotter. This spotting scope punches way above its compact size, and Robby found himself reaching for it on every occasion rendering the rest of his optics collecting dust in the safe. Only “upgrade” he might make is switching to the straight version in 2024. Review here- Swarovski ATC Compact Spotting Scope Review - Rokslide SafriFlex 15 Tenttipi- Amazing the amount of interior space created by pitching this 20’ diameter 15-man Tipi, best of all, even a solo guy can get it setup in less than 15 minutes. The Safriflex is made of lightweight canvas so warm in the winter without any condensation while also staying cooler during the summer months. One feature that really adds versatility is the ability to lift the sides and the tent can shelter over 500 square feet. Check out the review here- Tentipi Safirflex 15 Review - Rokslide  and the video here- Tentipi Safirflex 15 Man Review (youtube.com) Robby’s failure this season was a Moultrie mobile edge trail camera. While the edge was replaced hassle free under warranty, Robby upgraded the new Edge pro while waiting. Wow, the features of the pro include FTE false trigger elimination where you can remove objects from trigger the cameras even when they are within the field of view. Live aim, you can pair your smart phone to the camera and see through the lens real time when setting it up to ensure the best field of view to capture your images. Species recognition, artificial intelligence can recognize the difference between bucks and does and only trigger the camera on bucks. This saves battery life and saves your time sorting through the pictures you are most interested in. Favorite snack is Jodi’s homemade mix of chocolate chips, chopped dates, and honey roasted peanuts. Salty, sweet, and full of calories. Kyle Virgin moderator SLDMNT Kyle’s top pick was the First Lite Brooks Range sweater. While skeptical at first of the sweater Kyle found that he put it in pack every single trip this season. Wearing it either as an outer layer or layered under a hard shell, this lite weight piece has become a staple in the high country. Something else that became a staple was the Stone Glacier Cirque vest. This soft-shell vest was the perfect amount of insulation under a set of rain gear when exerting a lot of energy climbing Alaska’s steepest mountain ranges. For an honorable mention is the Alpine Hunter Knife made by BAC Knives out of Canada. Replacing Kyle’s havlon style capers with this hardened CPM M4 steel blade, made short work of a sheep this season without needing to be touched up for the next hunt. Favorite meal/snack is Alpine Fuel Caramel Apple. Eat with cold water on hot day or warmed up like a hot piece of apple pie on a frosty morning, this never disappoints. Jordan Budd Jordan’s favorite upgrade this year was the Outdoorsman’s gen 2 pan head. The same amazing features of the original Outdoorsman pan head but with additional functionality of Arca Swiss compatibility while still retaining the ability to accept Outdoorsman plates. The gen 2 pan head now has a load capacity 20lbs. Jordan’s been using the Crispi Brikstal boots for many years (review here- Crispi Briksdal GTX Review - Rokslide) so when she found out Crispi released a pro version, it was a no brainer to try them out. With an added 200-gram insulation and 2” more height (10” total) Jordan ...

Braxton Hamilton and Storie Ratcliff with Braxton's 2018 Buck- "BIG AL" "The top 1%", is a term I use fairly often defining those hunters that do way above average things, on an average budget on public land, with average tags. Im referring to family men, blue collar types, yet somehow they are hunting and taking "Governor" type bucks almost every year on over the counter or easy to draw tags. Most importantly, they are doing it ethically, responsibly and legally. "The Top 1%" are truly inspirational. They are the hunters I want to interview. They didn't buy their way to the top, they earned it, usually the hard way. Braxton Hamilton and Storie Ratcliff are these type of guys. What they have accomplished in the past few years is nothing short of amazing. They are not super well known, definitely not famous, but if you find someone that knows them, you'll hear nothing but praise. These guys are very knowledgeable and have really figured out how to take giant bucks year after year, all while balancing jobs and young families.   Braxton and Storie with Braxton's 2023 Archery Buck, probably the best archery buck taken in Wyoming in 2023.     Storie's 2022 Buck Storie's 2020 Buck   Travis Hobbs thoughts on Scouting Podcast Braxton on Days in the Wild Podcast Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

Robby hosts today's episode.  He's talking the value of Winter Scouting, minimizing wildlife disturbance, and wrapping up the final gear chapter in his book, Hunting Big Mule Deer, on Footwear and Deer Camp. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

  Today's Tipsy Tuesday has seasoned guides Sal Soriano and Randon Timothy sharing their thoughts after comparing the Kowa 99 vs Swarovski 95 and Swarovski 115 head-to-head. The Kowa 99 Swarovski 95 and 115 were tested using eye charts and actual field use. You might just be surprised at what they found.  We are then joined by Josh Jensen from SKRE Gear to tell us how the new SKRE Hunt Club works https://skregear.com/pages/hunt-club. This week's review is by Cindy Sandusky of the Exo K4 EXS pack Exo Mountain Gear K4 EXS Pack System - Rokslide Sam then shifts the talk towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest western news. Vote on your favorite Elk Photo here- Vote on the 2023 Best Elk Hunt Photo | Rokslide Forum Vote on your favorite Wild Sheep Photo here-Vote on the 2023 Best Wild Sheep Photo Contest | Rokslide Forum Vote on your favorite Mule Deer Photo here-Vote on 2023 Best Mule Deer Hunt Photo | Rokslide Forum Enter the Best Whitetail Deer Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Whitetail Photo Contest Enter the Youth Best Photo Contest 2023 Best Youth Photo Contest sponsored by Western Edge Gear Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

Robby hosts today's episode. He introduces the Techniques to Take the Best Buck of Your Life, specifically hunting in the cover and recognizing buck country. The book only gets better from this point on, so be sure and subscribe to the Rokcast wherever you listen to podcasts. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

There are plenty of opinions on how much hunting pressure is in the West right now vs. the last few decades. This topic of Historical Idaho Deer & Elk Tag Numbers is ripe for a discussion with the Idaho Fish & Game Deer and Elk Coordinator, Toby Boudreau. Robby and Toby dive into the actual number of resident and non-resident deer and elk tags sold in Idaho between 2005 and 2022.  The Historical Idaho Deer & Elk Tag Numbers may (or may not) surprise you. They also discuss other factors that might be influencing the perception of increased hunting pressure in some places. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app Fill out your Mandatory Hunter Report for Idaho here More interviews with Toby Boudreau here

Today's Tipsy Tuesday has long time host Jordan Budd back on sharing her recent trip to Arizona hunting Over the Counter Mule deer. Jordan takes us though the process of picking a unit, monitoring the new quota system and moving on to plan B if necessary. Jordan shares her tactics and what worked and what didn't quite go as planned. Great insight to a late season rut hunt. This week's review is by Shane Nelson of the Revic Acura RS25i rifle scope from Gunwerks https://www.rokslide.com/revic-acura-rs25i-riflescope-review/ Sam then shifts the talk towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest western news. Jordan's Tool Kit Radio-https://jordan-budd.com/ Vote on your favorite Wild Sheep Photo here-Vote on the 2023 Best Wild Sheep Photo Contest | Rokslide Forum Vote on your favorite Mule Deer Photo here-Vote on 2023 Best Mule Deer Hunt Photo | Rokslide Forum Enter the Best Whitetail Deer Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Whitetail Photo Contest Enter the Youth Best Photo Contest 2023 Best Youth Photo Contest sponsored by Western Edge Gear Dan Gates & Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management-Fighting for Your Right to Hunt - Rokslide 2023 Rokstaff Favorite Gear- 2023 Rokslide Staff and Moderator Favorite Gear Picks - Rokslide Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

Robby hosts RokStaffer Josh Boyd.  Josh's real job is a Hydrologist for the USFS.  Josh keeps a close eye on snowpack across the West and is a great resource when determining how the weather affects our big game animals.  Snowpack, Snow Water Equivalent, SNOTEL, Soil Moisture, The Drought Monitor, The Jet Stream, El Nino, La Nina and more are all discussed in today's episode. Josh is your source for a Winter Snowpack Checkup. You can access Winter Snowpack here Snowpack Maps (usda.gov) Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

Robby hosts his bro-from-another-mo Marc Muleyslayer Smith. They talk about their upcoming seminar at Western Hunting Expo, but also get into buck-shaming on social media, fighting the anti's, and a call for all hunters to stand up for Colorado in their fight to conserve hunting.  Important episode so please listen and share. Marc Muleyslayer Smith hopes to see you at the 2024 Western Hunting & Conservation Expo here Come meet Marc Muleyslayer Smith at the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo here Western Hunting & Conservation Expo – This is Conservation! (huntexpo.com) Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

*To note, this episode is rated "R" for language! Robby Denning joins the Shoot2Hunt guys in a discussion on the world of wildcatting and firearm choices. In this episode, Robby explores questions on engaging wildlife effectively, compares cartridges like 6UM and 270 WSM, and dives into Tikka actions vs. Remington 700's. The conversation extends to scoping animals and the merits of iconic vs. new cartridges, offering valuable insights for a successful hunting experience. Don't miss Robby and the Shoot2Hunt guys on today's episode. Find out if Ryan and Jake talk Robby out of his trusty 270 WSM. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

  Today's Tipsy Tuesday has Cory Smith sharing his vast knowledge of Destination Hunting. Cory's experience was honed completing a Super Slam in 2019 along with two Sheep Grand Slams. Corey gives us an overview of destination hunting - from choosing the right outfitter and which questions to ask, to what pitfalls are out there. Cory's shares some of his gear selection and how to safety ship your essential equipment around the continent and get your trophy back home. This week's reviews start with Brock Akers Crispi Shimek-https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/crispi-shimek-gtx-review-updated-01-20-24.323591/ move on to Kyle Sandusky and the Maven RS1.2 Riflescope https://www.rokslide.com/maven-rs1-2-riflescope-review/   followed by Matt Cashell and the Kowa 66A https://www.rokslide.com/kowa-prominar-66a-review/. Sam then shifts the talk towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest western news.   Maven RS1.2 Thread- https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/maven-rs1-2-2-5-15x44-new-model.333202/ Enter the Best Whitetail Deer Hunt Photo Contest 2023 Best Whitetail Photo Contest Enter the Youth Best Photo Contest 2023 Best Youth Photo Contest sponsored by Western Edge Gear 2023 Rokstaff Favorite Gear- 2023 Rokslide Staff and Moderator Favorite Gear Picks - Rokslide Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

Matt Cashell is Rokslide's long-time optics writer. If anyone on the staff wants to know a particular about optics, we track Matt down.  On today's episode, Robby hosts Matt to discuss the value in evaluating hunting optics via digiscoping. Does it work? Why not? Is there a better way for hunters interested in comparing optic performance? Matt and Robby get deep on this but also share a simple checklist any hunter can use when evaluating hunting optics. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

Before diving into Hunting Big Mule Deer, Robby touches on the decline of Grip & Grin images that are winning the annual Rokslide Best Hunt Photo contests. Are people looking for something different when sharing hunt photos?  Does it help our hurt hunting's image?  Hunters always need to be careful when sharing images among mixed crowds. Non-hunters don't always understand the entire hunt process if they only see a grip & grin. They need to see the entire process of the hunt, from planning, to hunting, to harvesting & cooking the meat. Most non-hunters are supportive of hunting for the meat but the anti's try to cloud the issue with terms like "trophy hunting" to imply we don't use the meat. That's a crime!  So be careful what you share and remember that we represent hunting to the millions of non-hunters who ultimately decide the fate of hunting. Robby then jumps into the next chapter of HBMD: Moving in Deer Country.  How a hunter moves in deer country matters! Mule deer have great eyesight and hearing. To overcome those senses, Robby talks about slowing down in the deer woods. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

The Western Hunting and Conservation Expo February 15th-18th 2024 Salt Palace Convention Center- Salt Lake City, Utah On today's short podcast we jump into a few of the different events scheduled for this weekends expo. For more detailed information, tickets and updated schedule check out http://www.huntexpo.com Mule Deer Foundation http://www.muledeer.org Sportsman For Fish and Wildlife http://www.sfw.net You can join the discussion in the forums here-https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/western-hunt-expo-who-is-going.346320/  

Today's Tipsy Tuesday has Josh Ellis sharing his insight to what you should be discussing with your guide before you arrive at camp. What expectations should you be discussing with your guide to ensure you have a great experience? For the DIY hunters we have Sam Britch from Alaskan 4X4 rentals to share some tips on getting to Dalton highway.  This week's reviews start with Matt Cashell Outdoorsmans Innegra Tripod https://www.rokslide.com/outdoorsmans-g2-carbon-innegra-tripod-and-g2-pan-head-review/ move on to Brock Akers and Final Rise Summit XT vest https://www.rokslide.com/final-rise-summit-xt-vest-system-review/ Sam then shifts the talk towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest western news. Josh Ellis Instagram- ellis_expeditions 2023 Rokstaff Favorite Gear- 2023 Rokslide Staff and Moderator Favorite Gear Picks - Rokslide Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

Wanna be a better buck hunter? Then listen in... Based out of Green River, Wyoming & Established in 2012, the Muley Fanatic Foundation exists to ensure the conservation of mule deer and their habitat and to provide such supporting services to further the sport of hunting and sound wildlife management. The Muley Fanatic Foundation kicked off their Inaugural Event, Mule Deer Days, in 2023 in Rocksprings, Wyoming.  That event alone allocated $472K to projects like the Wyoming Hiway 189 Wildlife Crossing, and other mule deer habitat projects. On today's episode, Robby hosts Joshua Coursey, President & CEO of the Foundation, to tell us more about this year’s Mule Deer Day's event that takes place May 2-4th in Rocksprings, Wyoming.  Be sure and listen in and attend if you can.  Learn more about the Muley Fanatic Foundation here Listen here for past episodes on Mule Deer Days

Today's Tipsy Tuesday is straight from the Western Hunting Expo featuring Rob Gearing from Spartan Precision Equipment https://javelinbipod.com/. Mr. G walks us through the Spartan Precision Equipment lineup and which applications best fit each of their multiple offerings of bipods, tripods, and even quad rifle supports. Listen as Mr. G gives Spartans answers from the competitive shooter all the way to the lightweight mountain hunter. We have Jessica Brown from Stocky Stocks https://stockysstocks.com/, and she takes us through Stocky new innovative in-house carbon fiber injection process. Brad Brooks co-founder of Argali Outdoors https://argalioutdoors.com/ talks about old favorites, new releases, and things coming down the pipe to watch for in the near future. Sam closes out with Dustin Defendeffer of MNTTOUGH https://mtntough.com/. The time is now to start thinking about getting up and down those steep mountains come fall. You can catch more Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] at the link. MNTTOUGH's 6 weeks free with- MTNPOD Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action Check out the 2023 Rokstaff Favorite Gear- 2023 Rokslide Staff and Moderator Favorite Gear Picks - Rokslide [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

On today's episode, Robby helps you be a better hunter. Better hunters stay up on the news and regulations in the hunting industry, and support conservation.  His first guest is Jaden Bales of The Wyoming Wildlife Federation and Hunt West They touch on proposed changes coming to Colorado for elk and deer in the 2025-2029 Big Game Season Structure Then it's Travis Hobbs next. They chat about Idaho's proposed fee for shed hunters, and a possible change to Idaho's Non-resident tag allocation process.  Then they're onto some good news coming out of Utah on the great winter mule deer are enjoying in 2024, and share some stats from Dr. Randy Larsen @wildlifeprof on fawn survival rates and more. Robby also congratulates Travis on his recent win of the Conservation Person of the Year awarded at the Western Hunting & Conservation Expo for Travis' work on the mule deer feeding project in 2023 in Northern Utah.   Like Travis, get involved in all things affecting big game hunting in the West. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here      .

If you want to hunt more big bucks, you have to learn what mule deer on the edge really means.  Today, Robby hosts Habitat Biologists Troy Fieseler and Luke Schultz of the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. Stationed in the Pinedale Region, Troy and Luke are responsible for managing the habitat of the Wyoming Range mule deer herd and beyond.  They discuss many topics that can make you a better mule deer hunter. Topics like the population dynamics in mountainous vs. desert climates and how they are almost polar opposites; one has no problem putting fawns on the ground while the other rarely experiences winter kill.  They also define what mule deer habitat is, (summer and winter range) and go in to what mule deer prefer and need to not just survive but thrive. Finally, and most importantly, they discuss what we as hunters can do to improve and protect habitat for mule deer. Be a better buck hunter and learn about mule deer on the edge. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

It seems that anywhere Boone & Crockett mule deer grow there is potential for solar development. On today's episode, Robby hosts Joel Webster and Rob Thornberry of the Theodore Conservation Partnership (TRCP) Recently the Bureau of Land Management proposed solar installation on public lands covering 22 million acres in 11 western states.  This matters to mule deer hunters and other big game hunters because solar development is fenced, blocking Mule Deer Migration Routes and other wildlife from using an area. If the fencing occurs on critical mule deer migration routes, this could cut off big game from accessing important summer and winter ranges.  With deer herds already down across much of the West, this could just make matters worse by making vital big game habitats unusable. They talk specifically about the hunting units at stake, especially Idaho deer and pronghorn units. Then they jump into the remaining western states, naming herds with significant conflict in each state, such as the Paunsaugunt in Utah and the Kaibab in Arizona. This important episode should serve as a reality check about the future. Joel and Rob wrap up the episode with information on what hunters and anglers can do about it.  Involved hunters are conservationists and are the thin line between healthy and unhealthy big game herds, so please listen in and get involved. Protect Mule Deer Migration Routes by visiting TRCP website here at www.trcp.org/solar Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app Below are the Mule Deer and Pronghorn migration routes referenced in today's episode: You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

Today's Tipsy Tuesday has Kyle Virgin sharing his insight on building one of the most adaptable rifles systems in Alaska - The Hobbit Rifle. It was dubbed the Hobbit rifle for its compact size, thirst for adventure and simple fact it loves to eat! This week's reviews start with Mike Moore's take on the Stika Ambient UL Hoody https://www.rokslide.com/sitka-ambient-ul-60-hoody-review/ we move on to Torrin Miller and the Echelon Ultralite rifle stock https://www.rokslide.com/echelon-cf-versa-ultralight-stock-review/ Sam then shifts the talk towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest western news.   The Hobbit Rifle thread- https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/the-hobbit-rifle.181028/ Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action  Check out Rokslides 2023 Favorite Gear- Here Visit Rokslide's Rokcast Forum to submit questions, request a topic or give feedback. To be a guest on Tipsy Tuesday please send an email to Sam@Rokslide.com [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

Travis Hobbs & Robby Denning host Phil Mendoza of the Mile High Hunt & Fish Expo slated for April 5th-7th in Denver.  This is the maiden year of this Expo.  They talk about how this Expo was designed from the ground up for building the hunting community--everything from conservation, to equipment, to entertainment. Read on to get the Mile High Hunt Expo Promo Code and more information on this very exciting event. Travis & Robby will be hosting a seminar to kick off the Mile High Hunt Expo weekend at 3:30 Friday, 4/5 titled "Hunting Big Mule Deer: Early to Late Seasons. Here's a preview of their seminar Hunting Big Mule Deer: Early to Late Seasons: Travis: Hunting Big Early Season Mule Deer Why hunt early season Two parts to early season Velvet Mule Deer Hard-Antlered Mule Deer  Robby: Late Season Late Season includes the rut Three phases to the rut Early Rut Peak Rut Late Rut Tips for hunting all three phases.  We hope to see you at the seminar and the Mile High Hunt and Fish Expo! Use Promo Code: ROKSLIDE2024 at Mile High Hunt and Fish Expo 2024 here Mile High Hunt and Fish Expo 2024 Tickets, Fri, Apr 5, 2024 at 12:00 AM | Eventbrite You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

Robby hosts his friend Cliff Gray on today's episode.  Cliff was one of the most popular guests for 2023, and rightly so. Cliff has an extensive hunting background from DIY to Outfitter and all points in between. Cliff's hunted from the Caribbean to Colorado to Canada on everything from his own feet to horses and mules.  Hard to find something he hasn't experienced. On today's episode, they chat on a variety of topics, including Cliff's newly launched podcast, Pursuit with Cliff Gray here Pursuit With Cliff - Cliff Gray on Apple Podcasts or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Other topics on today's episode: Colorado's wolf & mountain lion issues from a resident's perspective. Colorado's proposed regulation moving Archery Elk from OTC to Draw? And proposed changes to Mule Deer Seasons like an Archery opener on Aug 15, moving rifle seasons back to traditional dates, and adding a possible earlier opening 1st season deer. They wrap up with why the original Social Media--Forums--might still be the best Social Media for hunters Follow Cliff's Hunting Adventures at any of these links: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/CliffGray Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Cliffgry/ Facebook - https://facebook.com/PursuitWithCliff Pursuit With Cliff Gray Podcast https://pursuitwithcliff.com/interviews-and-podcasts/ Cliff's Hunt Planning and Strategy Membership https://pursuitwithcliff.com/membership/ Hunt. Fish. Spear. (Experiences, Courses and Seminars) https://pursuitwithcliff.com/Experiences Merch https://pursuitwithcliff.com/shop/ SUBSCRIBE TO CLIFF'S NEWSLETTER: https://PursuitWithCliff.com/#Newsletter

This Tipsy Tuesday has Australians Clinton Miller and Mark Pitts walking us though the basics of tackling a DIY New Zealand hunting trip. Miller and Pitts have over a decade DIY New Zealand hunting trips under their belts so are well versed in the planning and logistics of this adventure. This DIY hunting trip is more attainable than most Americans think, listen to find out how. This week's reviews start with Unknown Munitions HAHA event https://www.unknownmunitions.com/product/half-ass-hunting-academy/. Zach Harold talks about testing the Hoyt Alpha X bow https://www.rokslide.com/hoyt-alpha-x-bow-review/. Next up is Mike Moore's Hilleburg Niak review https://www.rokslide.com/hilleberg-niak-review/ and finally Justin Rasmussen from Razco Gear https://www.razcogear.com/ takes us though the ROMR setup. Sam then shifts the talk towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest western news. New Zealand Dept of Conservation-https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/things-to-do/hunting/ Wyoming Wildlife Federation-Dream Big Commissioner Tag Raffle - Wyoming Wildlife Federation Western Hunter- Inside the chaos and secrecy surrounding the release of 10 wolves in Colorado by Mike Duplan-https://westernhunter.net/information/inside-the-chaos-and-secrecy-surrounding-the-release-of-10-wolves-in-colorado/ Join the discussion on Arizona's departure from wildlife auction tags-https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/arizona-does-away-with-auction-tags.351967/ Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action  Check out Rokslides 2023 Favorite Gear- Here Visit Rokslide's Rokcast Forum to submit questions, request a topic or give feedback. To be a guest on Tipsy Tuesday please send an email to Sam@Rokslide.com [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

Robby hosts Jeff Short, Wildlife Biologist for the Wyoming Game & Fish.  Jeff is a previous guest on the Rokcast. Last summer he shared his research on Antler Point Restrictions. On today's episode, Jeff and Robby go over the recently released data on the survey of the Wyoming Range mule deer. Wyoming recently released the official report on the 2022/2023 winterkill on the Wyoming Range. This report indicates nearly two-thirds of that herd was lost to that winter, dropping from 30,000 deer to 11,000 deer between surveys conducted in February 2023 and February 2024 They define Wyoming Range Boundaries and discuss why the survey was conducted two years in a row.  The survey showed fawn:doe ratios dropped to 34 while buck:doe ratios fell to 24.  Jeff talks about what it will take to recover this herd and the fact that deer on the winter range now have already started their recovery with good body fat levels and range conditions. If you'd like to read more on this topic, see the article by Mark Heinz at the Cowboy State Daily here Game And Fish: Two-Thirds Of Prized Wyoming Mule Deer Herd Killed Last Winter | Your Wyoming News Source (cowboystatedaily.com)

Dr. Larsen and Dr. Mcmillan receive "Conservationist of the Year" at the 2023 Hunt Expo The last thing you are going to hear any "coffee shop biologist" say, is that fewer bucks on the landscape would make more fawns. In fact, every expert knows the only way we are ever going to "increase deer populations" is to cut tags and limit hunting bucks. I mean, look at all the units out west with extremely limited buck hunting, the mule deer populations are EXPLODING there! Right?! Well..... ok maybe not. Why? If reducing buck mule deer tags is beneficial, why aren't those populations exploding? The truth is, and yes, even in 2023 no matter how they identify, the doe deer or females in the population "grow the herd". Think of it like this, a rancher would never have a pasture full of bulls when he can have that same pasture full of mother cows. He is going to have enough bulls to breed his cows, that gives him maximum productivity. There of course comes a social component to hunting, and YES, hunters want to see bucks, big bucks. Where is the best place to manage buck to doe ratios? That is the million dollar question that; spoiler alert, we don't answer. However, Dr. Randy Larsen and Dr. Brock Mcmillan of the BYU Ecology lab jump on todays podcast to share some professional light on it, as well as talk about a variety of things involving mule deer biology and what they are learning. These guys are some of the best in their field and heavily involved with some of the foremost mule deer research there is. As always, I think this podcast will help hunters get a deeper understanding of some of the biology and science that is Mule Deer Management. Pregnancy Rates comparing 14:100 vs. 26:100 Buck:Doe Ratio Cause Specific Mortality is important information Dr. Brock Mcmillan on the Gohunt Podcast Dr. Larsen on the Rokcast Podcast last year with Robby Denning Dr. Larsen on Feeding Deer Podcast

The mule deer migration has begun in many areas of the West.  Robby gives an update on that and then takes a look at the water situation across the West for mule deer.  He also announces the 2024 Cold Bow Challenge starting in May. Get your bow & broadheads ready! Then he's back into Hunting Big Mule Deer: Obeying the Wind and Still-Hunting.  If you want to tag better bucks, you can't ignore these techniques. Too many hunters only glass, and while a great technique (your #1 technique), there are times when the bucks just aren't glassable.  You gotta get into thier living rooms to kill them and the best way to do that is with the wind in your favor and moving like a snail.  It's tough to kill bucks this way but some bucks can only be killed this way. Listen in as Robby reads from his 2015 book, Hunting Big Mule Deer. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

Robby hosts Kevin Monteith of the Monteith Shop on today's episode.  Kevin is one of the leading researchers on mule deer and other ungulates. Based out of the University of Wyoming, their mission statement is "Advancing Science and Management, One Data Point at a Time." You can follow the Monteith Shop here Robby and Kevin jump into the difference between a shop and a lab and why it matters to deer hunters. And they cover the emerging research on mule deer out of the Wyoming Range and beyond. Kevin answers the question: Are there big deer in Wyoming outside of the Wyoming Range? Good deer hunters stay up on the research and in these trying times for mule deer, good research is essential. They also give a preview to the upcoming Mule Deer Days to be held in Rocksprings, Wyoming Thursday May 2nd through Saturday May 4th by our friends the Muley Fanatic Foundation. Find more information here and we hope to see you at Mule Deer Days. Kevin Monteith and The Monteith Shop will be presenting current research at the event. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

  This Tipsy Tuesday has experienced Bear hunters Roger Holscher and Chris Young walking us though their Tips for hunting Idaho. Roger and Chris are well-versed in the planning and logistics of this hunt, but every year is just a bit different. This trip is much earlier than in years past and we have a discussion about the best spring bear hunting time frames. This week's reviews start with Phillip Miller and the Rokslide members' giant optics review https://www.rokslide.com/the-rokslide-members-giant-optics-review/.Ryan Avery and Jake Mushaney gives us more details on the Half Ass Hunting Academy https://www.unknownmunitions.com/product/half-ass-hunting-academy/. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest Western news. Mule Deer Days- Mule Deer Days Rock Springs Wy   Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action  Check out Rokslides 2023 Favorite Gear- Here Visit Rokslide's Rokcast Forum to submit questions, request a topic or give feedback. To be a guest on Tipsy Tuesday please send an email to Sam@Rokslide.com [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

Robby hosts Southeast Idaho Regional Wildlife Biologist, Eric Freeman, on today's Rokcast episode. Eric is tasked with the challenge of moving Idaho's Southeast mule deer herd into the future. Eric recently co-authored an article titled "Harsh Winters Mean Harsh Truths for Southeast Idaho Mule Deer". In this episode, they dive into over-winter counts on the Southeast Idaho Caribou mule deer herd, buck:doe:fawn survival and the interesting trend of bucks surviving at a higher rate than does.  Eric also discuss these engaging topics: -Why the survival difference variability on individual winter ranges in same units? -Hunter participation vs. buck harvest graph -Mule Deer Advisory Group Forming -Is it realistic to expect mule deer numbers to climb back to previous highs? -Historical data on buck:doe ratios during that hayday See the co-authored article by Eric Freeman here https://www.idfg.idaho.gov/article/harsh-winters-mean-harsh-truths-southeast-idaho-mule-deer Follow IDFG on Instagram @idahofishandgame Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

Most of us have been there, it's the worst day you can have hunting. You tried to do everything right, yet somehow you made a bad shot and now you have a wounded animal. A truly emotional rollercoaster ride. Now, the trail has gone cold, and you just can't sort the track out any further. It doesn't get much worse than this when hunting. This is where Rocky Mountain Big Game Recovery just might be able to help. I was recently at the Mile High Hunt and Fish Expo and a booth caught my eye. Rocky Mountain Big Game Recovery, I walked up and met Scott Gillespie, the President and founder of sure enough, a non-profit organization out west that works to help hunters find wounded big game animals with leashed tracking dogs. How cool is that? In this episode, Scott highlights some of what they do, and how this all came about. I know I hope I never have to call them, but it's sure an awesome resource to know about if that horrible day ever does come. They are actively growing this organization, if this sounds like something you might be interested in doing they are also looking for trackers. To find out more, check out their website and if you're a facebook user, they also have a group there. www.rockymountainbiggamerecovery.org Rocky Mountain Big Game Recovery Facebook Group

Robby hosts Brandon Diamond on today's Rokcast.  Brandon is the Area Wildlife Manager for Colorado's Gunnison Basin and beyond.  Brandon has been on the Rokcast before here and brings a depth of knowledge and experience to managing Colorado's mule deer. They talk about the current over-winter survival for the Gunnison Mule Deer and other parts of Colorado.  They talk about the challenges of managing for a variety of users, buck:doe ratios vs. age class, the increasing pressure from technology and motorized access, and the upcoming 5-year management plan for Colorado. There is still time for hunters to comment on the proposed changes to season dates and more.  If you want more mule deer in Colorado, listen in and get involved in the upcoming Colorado Parks and Wildlife Meeting May 1-2 in Montrose here Colorado Parks & Wildlife - May 1 - 2, 2024 (state.co.us) They also talk about the number of Gunnison Mule Deer deer licenses issued under the current limited quota management verses the OTC management this system replaced in the late 1990s, including buck to doe ratios.  You might be surprised at this data! Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app  

We are winning the mountain lion fight in Colorado! Robby is back with Dan Gates of C.R.W.M with an update and why we can't let up now. Hunters can and must win this fight! Topics covered in this episode: Update on C.R.W.M since Travis Hobbs' January 1 episode here Funds raised Nonresidents contribute over 80% of individual donations! Are we winning? Why this fight won't stay in Colorado Post-Colorado Long Term Plan Listeners can get involved and support C.R.W.M & Dan Gates here Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management (savethehuntcolorado.com) See you August 10th at Colorado Sportsman Conservation Banquet here

This Tipsy Tuesday is Everything Kifaru with Aron Synder and Anders Christianson. We cover Kifaru's move to Riverton Wyoming, jump into new material choices, and close out with what future holds for Kifaru. This week's reviews start with Les Welch's Mathews Lift https://www.rokslide.com/mathews-lift-review/. Sam then has Dustin Diefenderfer to talk about workouts and what's new at MTNTOUGH (https://mtntough.com/). Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest Western news. Kifaru- https://kifaru.net/ Half Ass Hunting Academy https://www.unknownmunitions.com/product/half-ass-hunting-academy/. Mule Deer Days- Mule Deer Days Rock Springs Wy Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action  Check out Rokslides 2023 Favorite Gear- Here Visit Rokslide's Rokcast Forum to submit questions, request a topic or give feedback. To be a guest on Tipsy Tuesday please send an email to Sam@Rokslide.com [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app  

#30 Tipsy Tuesday has Daykota Kime giving out Bow Tuning tips. Daykota's tuning tips will help everyone get their broadheads flying straight for the 2024 Cold Bow Challenge. Howard Mee lays out the new rule changes and gives us the inside scoop of the Cold Bow Challenge. Finally, Bill Vanderhyden from Iron Will Outfitters talks about the University of Colorado arrow vane study https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/university-study-arrow-vane-designs-for-improved-broadhead-flight.355752/ and Bill even goes into a few of his favorite tuning tips. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest Western news. Day Six Gear-https://www.daysixgear.com/ 2024 Cold Bow Challenge- https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/2024-cold-bow-challenge.355440/ Iron Will Outfitters-https://ironwilloutfitters.com/ Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action  Check out Rokslides 2023 Favorite Gear- Here Visit Rokslide's Rokcast Forum to submit questions, request a topic or give feedback. To be a guest on Tipsy Tuesday please send an email to Sam@Rokslide.com [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

Robby reads from Hunting Big Mule Deer: How to Take the Best Buck of Your Life. His chapter on Ambush Hunting is a must if you want to be a complete mule deer hunter. Before he dives in, he recaps some mule deer news and checks in with The Mule Deer Foundation’s spring edition of their magazine--always a good source for on-the-ground mule deer updates. As Robby always says, this stuff will make you a better deer hunter, and better at Ambush Hunting, too Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

USGS Migration Route Data. Notice Interstate Locations and Migration Barriers. We hear all the time about urban sprawl affecting mule deer populations. I think the average hunter, (me included) usually only thinks about habitat destruction directly related to communities, homes, and businesses. We don't even consider the road system that link all of these communities together and the impact roadways have on wildlife, especially mule deer.  Of course when we do think about roads and wildlife, the first thing that comes to mind is wildlife-auto collisions, but it is much more complex than that. In fact those collisions we see are a drop in the bucket when we compare it to the loss of historic migration routes, and loss of access to habitat that comes with migration. Change has been everywhere you look nearly over the past half a century. It wasn't until 1956, that the Interstate Highway System was dreamed up under the Eisenhower administration. The speed limit on the highway during the 70's, 80's, and early 90's was 55 MPH, of course now, we would all lose our minds if we had to drive that slow. The big question- How has this complex system of multi-lane highways, changes in speed limits, and road noise affected the wildlife in the State of Utah, and around the west, particularly the mule deer herds? Here to address some of those questions, and many more is Matt Howard, the Utah Department of Transportations Natural Resource Manager. Matt is a biologist by definition, and a guy that studies "Road Ecology", which is a fairly new science. He explains what the State of Utah is doing to help reduce wildlife fatalities, improve migration corridors, and mitigate wildlife and automobile collisions. Constructing "Main Street of America" Route 66 To learn more on Utah Migrations- www.wildlifemigration.utah.gov The rest of the United States (besides Montana for some reason) www.westernmigrations.net If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more about different episodes, you can check here for detailed show notes and overviews. Rokcast Podcast Another great Rokcast on Migration Routes. ROKCAST MIGRATION 

At the recent Mule Deer Days in Rock Springs, Wyoming, Robby caught up with Cody Robbins of the TV show Live 2 Hunt with Cody & Kelsey. If giant mule deer are your thing, this is your episode! Cody has taken 11 bucks between 200" all the way up to 288"! He's one of the most successful big buck hunters out there. In this episode, Cody talks everything about hunting giant mule deer: His early days of filming with Jim Shockey How shed hunting helps him locate giant mule deer Hunting public land Staying focused on one giant buck Taking the world record mule deer in 2011 The incredible hunt for a buck named Sleepy How giant bucks can consistently show up in a given area Genetics vs. Nutrition for growing giant bucks Laying it all on the table for the chance at a giant buck How CWD has affected him Don't miss this exciting episode. Even if you've watched his TV show, you'll learn more about giant bucks by tuning in to today's Rokcast episode. Cody Robbins' TV show airs every Sunday evening on the Outdoor Channel! Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here       

  #31 Tipsy Tuesday has Blake Brown taking us along on his big bull elk hunt in Fiordland National Park on New Zealand's South Island. Roy Sloan president of the Fiordland Wapiti Foundation https://fwf.net.nz/ walks us though the ballot process on how to draw this amazing big bull elk hunt. Roy shares the foundations successes and describes the legal fight to keep New Zealand's Wapiti/Elk herd in Fiordland National Park. Ryan Sapena joins in to let us know what's new at Seek Outside https://seekoutside.com/. Black Ovis team members Ty Hinds and Jace Johnson roll out the new Plateau tripod https://www.blackovis.com/blackovis-plateau-carbon-fiber-standing-tripod-with-panhead. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest Western news. Donate to save the Wapiti-Fiordland Wapiti Foundation - Save the Wapiti (fwf.net.nz) Discount on all Black Ovis branded gear code- Rokslide for 10% off Enter the 2024 Cold Bow Challenge- https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/2024-cold-bow-challenge.355440/ Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action  Check out Rokslides 2023 Favorite Gear- Here Visit Rokslide's Rokcast Forum to submit questions, request a topic or give feedback. To be a guest on Tipsy Tuesday please send an email to Sam@Rokslide.com [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app  

  Robby hosts Idaho Fish and Game Deer & Elk Coordinator, Toby Boudreau, and Justin Binfet, Deputy Chief of Wyoming Game & Fish's Wildlife Division to talk Elk Hunting. They discuss the recent article by Dac Collins of Outdoor Life: "Elk Hunters had a Phenomenal Season in Wyoming, While Idaho Saw the Worst Harvest in a Decade" here https://www.outdoorlife.com They dive deep into what may have caused this harvest difference. Is Wyoming managing their elk herd better than Idaho? Or is Idaho ahead of Wyoming in limiting too much harvest? Or was this article just click-bait? Listen in and become a better elk hunter. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

Kevin Monteith is back, this time busting up the myths surrounding antler size vs age of bucks and bulls. This episode will surprise more than a few hunters. How antlers grow with age has been speculated on for decades, but with more access to accurate lab aging, and researchers like Kevin, a whole body of evidence is showing that what we think isn't always the case. Do antlers peak at five years old, or seven?  Do antlers regress as a buck or bull reaches his later years?  Also, can an elk really have a nine-foot antler spread? Robby and Kevin discuss these questions and more in today's episode on Antler size vs Age. Image Courtesy of Tayler LaSharr Kevin Monteith is one of the leading researchers on mule deer and other ungulates. Based out of the University of Wyoming, their mission statement is “Advancing Science and Management, One Data Point at a Time.” You can follow the Monteith Shop here and learn more about antler size vs age and other fascinating topics. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

Photo Courtesy of Ben Regan Travis and Robby host Rebekah Rafferty of The Monteith Shop. They discuss Rebekah's research into the phenomenon of mule deer abandoning winter range, and how seasons and landscape shape the winter distribution of deer. Rebekah is the current coordinator of the Wyoming Range Mule Deer Project and brings a wealth of knowledge to the Rokcast on mule deer. This episode on the dynamics of mule deer winter range was recorded at the recent Mule Deer Days, sponsored by The Muley Fanatic Foundation and Wyoming Game & Fish, in Rock Springs, Wyoming. The Monteith Shop is one of the leading researcher organiziations on mule deer and other ungulates. Based out of the University of Wyoming, their mission statement is “Advancing Science and Management, One Data Point at a Time.” You can follow the Monteith Shop here Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

#32 This week's Tipsy Tuesday is focused on Purposeful Shooting Techniques.  Chris Cornelius shares his personal journey into the foundational aspect of killing game animals on demand. Purposeful Shooting Techniques is a "whole system" process approach- accounting for the shooter, the complete rifle system, and proper ammunition. These optimized techniques and processes increase speed and consistency when forced to make accurate on demand shots. Afterwards Alps Outdoorz https://alpsoutdoorz.com/extreme-packs.html joins in to discuss their new 5800 pack bag and elite frame. S&S Archery https://sandsarchery.com/ comes in to tell listeners about their business and offer a sweet discount. Bill Vanderhyden from Iron Will https://ironwilloutfitters.com/products/k3-ultralight-boning-knife talks about all Iron Will knife offerings including the new K3. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest Western news. 223 Rokslide thread-https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/223-for-bear-mountain-goat-deer-chupacabra-elk-walrus-and-moose.130488/ Practice Drill- https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/equipment-versus-practice-posts-and-rifle-practice-shooting.165291/ Apls Outdoorz Elite review-https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/alps-outdoors-elite-3800-pack-review-by-torin-miller.319280/ Iron Will Knife K1 review-https://www.rokslide.com/iron-will-k1-ultralight-hunting-knife-review/ Iron Will Knife K2 review-https://www.rokslide.com/iron-will-k2-knife-review/ Discount S&S Archery code- Rokslide for 10% off Enter the 2024 Cold Bore Challenge- https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/2024-cold-bore-challenge.360756/ Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action  Check out Rokslides 2023 Favorite Gear- Here Visit Rokslide's Rokcast Forum to submit questions, request a topic or give feedback. To be a guest on Tipsy Tuesday please send an email to Sam@Rokslide.com [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app  

Travis Hobbs and Robby Denning host Dr. Tayler LaSharr of the Monteith Shop.  Tayler studied the mule deer migration in Wyoming in relation to fawn survival. She was looking for a correlation between survival rates of fawns raised in or near agriculture--are mule deer fawns more likely to survive, or are there hazards that actually decrease survival rates? Tayler also discusses how the condition of the mother and how "site selection" affects a mule deer fawn's survival in its first winter. This stuff will make you a better deer hunter! Tayler LaSharr is a Post Doctorate Research Associate for the Monteith Shop. This episode was recorded at the recent Mule Deer Days, sponsored by The Muley Fanatic Foundation and Wyoming Game & Fish, in Rock Springs, Wyoming. The Monteith Shop is one of the leading research organizations on mule deer and other ungulates. Based out of the University of Wyoming, their mission statement is “Advancing Science and Management, One Data Point at a Time.” You can follow the Monteith Shop here Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

Robby hosts Darby Finley, Wildlife Biologist for Colorado Parks & Wildlife. Darby has served over 20 years in Northwest Colorado, the heart of the Chronic Wasting Disease battle.  From day one on the job, Darby has been immersed in the origin, effects, and ongoing fight against CWD.  If you think CWD is just the boogey-man of wildlife management, you might want to listen to this episode. Darby gives evidence of how CWD has cut mule deer herds to the point that tag numbers have to be reduced (think lost hunter opportunity), but he also shows where the battle has been won and hunter opportunity has increased. They also discuss why Colorado went with the later season dates for rifle hunts, how this has affected buck numbers and age class, and if these season dates need to continue. This is one of those important episodes that everyone needs to listen to. Rokslide members can discuss this episode here Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

Rebecca Levine is on today's episode of the Rokcast, hosted by Robby Denning. Rebecca is a research scientist with the Monteith Shop. She conducted the Meeteetse Moose Project in Wyoming. Dive in to this episode to learn how temperatures and wind affect bull moose differently than cows, when the peak of the moose rut occurs, and how bull moose separate by elevation   PC: Billy Molls The Monteith Shop is one of the leading research organizations on mule deer and other ungulates. Based out of the University of Wyoming, their mission statement is “Advancing Science and Management, One Data Point at a Time.” You can follow the Monteith Shop here Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here       

Robby's back to his book, Hunting Big Mule Deer. Today's episode is in on tracking big mule deer, a top technique for buck hunters. Big mule deer can be very hard to track in the big mountains, due to the steepness of the terrain, but you still don’t want to ignore the technique. Even if big bucks are hard to track and shoot in their beds, paying attention to the tracks on the ground will tell you where deer go, where they don’t go, and a keen eye can tell the quality of the age class in the area by tracks. And occasionally, under the right conditions, tracking big mule deer is the only way to tie your tag on a big deer. Robby also directs you to several Instagram posts that can help you identify the tracks of big mule deer; see Robby’s or Rokslide’s Instagram posts from June 7, 2024 & July 28, 2023 Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

#33 This week's Tipsy Tuesday all about Optic Innovations.  Drew Miles CEO of Tricer USA takes us though their newest innovations and even drops some hints of things to come. Hamilton Boykin lays out Leica USA https://leica-camera.com/en-US/product/leica-geovid-pro-10x42-ab 2024 Optic Innovations. He goes into great detail of the operation of the Geovid Pro AB+ and why every hunter could benefit from the Shot Probability Analysis (or WEZ).   Afterwards Dustin Diefenderfer and Sam talk mental toughness and how MTN TOUGH programs https://mtntough.com/ benefit more than just physical fitness. Argali's Brad Brooks returns to fill us in about the new Yukon tent https://argalioutdoors.com/. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest Western news. Tricer review-https://www.rokslide.com/tricer-tripod-head-and-bino-adapter-review/ Leica Geovid Pro 32- https://www.rokslide.com/leica-geovid-pro-32-review/ Rokslide WEZ discussion thread- https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/required-precision-video-and-using-wez.350736/ Mtn Tough free trial- https://mtntough.com/ Argali Yukon Pre-sale- Argali Yukon 8P Tent | www.argalioutdoors.com Enter the 2024 Cold Bore Challenge- https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/2024-cold-bore-challenge.360756/ Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action  Check out Rokslides 2023 Favorite Gear- Here Visit Rokslide's Rokcast Forum to submit questions, request a topic or give feedback. To be a guest on Tipsy Tuesday please send an email to Sam@Rokslide.com [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app    

The Top 1% is a little mini series we are recording with some of the best DIY Mule Deer Hunters in the country. This is the second episode in that series. The guys we really want to focus on and hear from are average hunters, family men, working blue collar jobs somehow taking the top 1% of Mule Deer over and over again on run of the mill type tags that the general public can get, they are getting it done legally and ethically. Dioni Amuchastegui defines the Top 1% and is such a fun guy to talk to and get inside his head on the how and why. There is so much good information in this episode. Dioni also tells the story of his 2023 archery buck recently featured on the cover of Western Hunter. For the first Top 1% Podcast Click Here Dioni on the Shoot2Hunt Podcast Western Hunter Magazine for Dioni's full Story and Pictures

Today's Tipsy Tuesday is all about the early season. Up first Larry Bartlet takes a deep dive into the science of meat care in the backcountry. Larry lays out how to mitigate meat spoilage in the early season, along with proven tactics that get the best table fare even when temperatures are warm and your packed in days from the trailhead. Some of the top clothing companies (Stika, Firstlite, Forloh, Skre Gear) talk about their favorites choices to stay comfortable during those hot early season temperatures. The guys from Hardside Hydration, show us how stay hydrated no matter the conditions. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest Western news. Prestine Adventures- https://pristineventures.com/ Mitigating spoilage in the Backcountry video-https://youtu.be/LFf6gs6_iso Stika Gear- https://www.sitkagear.com/ Firstlite Yuma- https://www.firstlite.com/products/mens-yuma-synthetic-hoody.html?lang=en_US Forloh Technical Hoodie- https://forloh.com/products/mens-solair-upf-technical-hoodie SKRE Gear- https://skregear.com/ Hardside Hydration- https://www.hardsidehydration.com/ Review of Hardside Hydration Swig Rig- https://www.rokslide.com/hardside-hydration-swig-rig-review/ Enter the 2024 Cold Bore Challenge- https://rokslide.com/forums/threads/2024-cold-bore-challenge.360756/ Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action  Check out Rokslides 2023 Favorite Gear- Here Visit Rokslide's Rokcast Forum to submit questions, request a topic or give feedback. To be a guest on Tipsy Tuesday please send an email to Sam@Rokslide.com [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

Robby hosts Taylor Gregory of the Wood River Chapter of the Mule Deer Foundation.  Find out how removing a single fence in critical mule deer corridors makes a difference in helping mule deer.  They also chat about getting off the "fence" and stepping up to help mule deer. Taylor took a hard look at himself and decided rather than just complain, he'd get his hands dirty helping mule deer where he can. Once he made the decision, the door flew wide open and soon he was co-chair of Idaho's Wood River Chapter of the Mule Deer Foundation, along with Ross Baker. These guys are donating their own blood, sweat, and tears to ensure mule deer get back on their feet. Also, Robby does a gear-wrap on what he'll be using for 2024. Some new, some old, some sponsored, some not, but nothing stolen! Bow: Mathews Phase 4, 29” Arrows: Easton Axis Match Grade 5mm customized by Iron Will Outfitters Broadhead: SEVR 1.5 TI expandable Rifle: 6UM with Rokstock (Robby joined the cult), Swarovski Z5 scope Optics: Zeiss 10x42 SF binocular Swarovski 8x42 EL Range TA binocular/rangefinder Swarovski 17-40x56mm STC spotting scope Swarovski 25-50/20-60 x 80 STS spotting scope Tripods/Heads: SLIK 624 exclusive from S&S Archery MTN HNTR SS Tripod from Altitude Outdoors Outdoorsman's Pan Head Altitude Outdoors Nano Pro Fluid Head Boots: Kenetrek Hardscrabble Crispi Summit II GTX Schnee Hunter II Pac Boot Satellite Mapping/Communications: onX Hunt Garmin inReach Mini SPOT Tents: Stone Glacier Skyscraper 2-Man Seek Outside 8-man Sleeping Bags/Pad: Stone Glacier Chilkoot 15 KUIU Super Down 15 EXPED Mega Mat Backpacks: Nimrod Apex Day Pack Stone Glacier KRUX EVO 3300 Clothing Early Season: Sitka Apex system/including their synthetic base layers Clothing Later Seasons: First Lite: Puffy Uncompahgre Pant Obsidian Foundry & Furnace base layers Gators: Traverse & Brambler Kifaru Wind River Wind Jacket Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

Robby is today's host. Summer is heating up, and a few big bucks are around, even in the most hard-hit winterkill areas.  Before Robby jumps into the next two chapters of Hunting Big Mule Deer, he gives a scouting update and covers advancements in Moultrie Mobile's cellular cams, including the incredible battery life, no SD cards, AI screening for bucks, and Smart Tags for efficient filtering. Then it's on to Deer Drives for the big mule deer hunter. Do they really work? If so, how does a hunter organize a deer drive?  Finally, Robby discusses the need, or lack thereof, of Long Range Hunting to hunt big mule deer. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

Today Mark Livasay takes us though his E-scouting process in Treeline Academy. Mark's proven 12 core principles to finding elk when E-scouting can narrow down any unit in the west to its highest probability. Moultrie launches their new Edge2 and Edge Pro2 Trail cameras and gives tips on best use. PhoneSkope helps us master Digiscoping with their Carbon Pro along with accessory details and the uses of Pyro Putty. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest Western news. Treeline Academy-https://www.treelineacademy.net/ Review of Treeline Academy-https://www.rokslide.com/treeline-academy-e-scouting-masterclass-review/ Moultrie Mobile-https://www.moultriemobile.com/ PhoneSkope-https://phoneskope.com/ 15% off using Rokslide15 Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action  Check out Rokslides 2023 Favorite Gear- Here Visit Rokslide's Rokcast Forum to submit questions, request a topic or give feedback. To be a guest on Tipsy Tuesday please send an email to Sam@Rokslide.com [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

Robby reviews one of the all-time classic books for archery mule deer hunters: “Hunting Open Country Mule Deer” by Dwight Schuh here This book still applies to today’s bowhunter. While some of the gear might be outdated, Dwight's thorough and deep dive into preparing for a stalk on a mule deer still has not been matched in 39 years since publication. Robby gives an overview of each important chapter and how it can help you stalk big mule deer.  Sadly, we lost Dwight Schuh in 2019 but here is your chance to see why he was considered one of our greatest bowhunters. Robby also checks in with Darin Cooper of Rent Outdoor Gear here. Rent Guns and Gear – Rent Guns and Gear (rgunsngear.com) Darin’s company allows you to use some of the best optics, sleep systems, rifles, and more without going into debt. Rent Outdoor Gear is also the ticket to try-before-you-buy. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app Along with Dwight book, you can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

Travis jumps on the Podcast with Matt Cashell to discuss the latest binocular from Swarovski Optik- The 14x52 NL Pure. They discuss the upcoming full review by Matt, as well as their initial thoughts and just how good is this new offering from Swarovski. Watch for Matt's Full Review in early August Here find more Rokslide optic reviews here  

Travis Hobbs finally explains why he hates angled spotting scopes for mule deer hunting—it really does make more of a difference than you might think. He also explains glassing efficiency and why you should be using binoculars on your tripod more, and his thoughts on what binoculars you should buy if you are on a budget. This episode is also available by video, it helps to see his demonstration, it is one of the first video episodes we have ever done. Youtube Video: https://youtu.be/sGtiuyTVnn You can also read Matt Cashell’s recent review: Swarovski vs Swarovski - NL 14x52 vs SLC 15x56 here

Today we explore how Jared Bloomgren's scouting process continues to put him on great animals even during general seasons. Jared explains what he's looking for during boots on the ground and explaining where to find proven spots during pre-season scouting. Will Frye compares two Swarovski heavy weights BTX vs dual STC spotting scopes. Maven's Cade Maestas takes us though the RS 1.2 riflescope and talks about how to get one. The guys from Black Ovis tell us about some new products to be on the lookout for. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest Western news. Rokslide Swarovski STC Big Eyes vs BTX Review-https://www.rokslide.com/swarovski-stc-big-eyes-vs-btx-review/ Maven-https://mavenbuilt.com/ Black Ovis-https://www.blackovis.com/ 10% off using Rokslide10 Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action  Check out Rokslides 2023 Favorite Gear- Here Visit Rokslide's Rokcast Forum to submit questions, request a topic or give feedback. To be a guest on Tipsy Tuesday please send an email to Sam@Rokslide.com [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

Robby hosts today's Rokcast.  He covers high-level glassing for big mule deer, and touches on Travis Hobb's recent episode, "Your Angled Spotting Scope is Holding You Back." here Robby also covers a popular thread in the optics subforum, "Zeiss Victory SF Review," here recently renewed by Rokslide member B_Reynolds_AK on the superb performance of the Zeiss SF 32 mm binocular platform. He makes the case that the SF bumps up against the venerable Swarovski NL 32s.  Blasphemy to some, but go check that thread yourself.  You can also save some weight and save some money by jumping on that thread. Robby also gives a scouting update: two trips with zero deer sightings, but another trip with six bucks spotted and a shooter! Kind of expected in the years following winter die-off. He goes on to explain the concept of Scout Big Hunt Small here and why plan B doesn't always mean switching areas. Rokslide's Best Hunt Photo contests are now live for Mule Deer, Sheep, Elk, and Whitetail on our hunting forums here Sponsored by Kryptek, Stone Glacier, Kifaru, and First Lite, members stand to win thousands in some of the leading gear in the industry including three Kifaru ARK frames with bag of choice, $1,000 in the Kryptek Store, a Sky Solus 1P Tent, and the First Lite CORE Jacket and Bib.  Photos must be from a 2024 hunt and don't necessarily have to be grip 'n grin photo. Finally, Robby jumps into his extensive glassing chapter in his book, Hunting Big Mule Deer.  He covers glassing technique from archery range to five miles.  If you're glassing for big mule deer, this episode is for you. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

Watch Rokslide writer, Tony Trietch bowhunt the great state of Nevada for giant bull elk! Video: https://youtu.be/mi7Ev5gdsuI?si=PYVp3x09YYRNvA-h

Robby hosts today's episode of the Rokcast, covering multiple topics. From bow choice dilemma, to the "Art of Sticking Your Head Over the Rise," bucks transitioning from velvet to hard-antlered, to a 45-day buck hunt story, it's all in the episode on scouting to archery seasons He then chats with Toby Boudreau of the Idaho Fish and Game on mule deer fawn and calf elk over-winter survival before calling Travis Hobbs on his thoughts on scouting so far in 2024.  They talk about runt bucks, fuel moisture levels, some welcome rain, and their loose plans to maximize on the bucks they've found. The season is at our doorstep, so listen in to make sure you're as ready as possible transitioning from scouting to archery seasons. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby’s books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

Today's Tipsy Tuesday has all of the Rokcast hosts gathered together discussing what it takes to save a buck on the gear they use. Travis Hobbs and Robby Denning handout their personal "Tips and Tricks" on how and where everyone can pinch pennies to help save a buck on their favorite gear. Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest Western news. Outdoorsman Quality Used Optics-https://outdoorsmans.com/collections/used-optics Bowhunting Giant Nevada Elk, Between the Sage & Pine-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mi7Ev5gdsuI Angled vs Straight Spotting Scopes-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGtiuyTVnn4 Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action  Check out Rokslides 2023 Favorite Gear- Here Visit Rokslide's Rokcast Forum to submit questions, request a topic or give feedback. To be a guest on Tipsy Tuesday please send an email to Sam@Rokslide.com [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

A Tipsy Thursday featuring Robert Hanneman from Huntin' Fool sheds light on available Youth Hunting Opportunities. Robert knows all the ins and outs of western draw systems and which secrets will increase Youth Hunting Opportunities. Afterwards Mike Moore gives us his thoughts on the Stone Glacier Tokeen day pack. Then we have Alps Outdoorz give us some of their favorite products. Lathrop and Sons walks us though the Syngery footbeds. For conversation we hear from the Fiorland Wapiti Foundation and their efforts to save New Zealand's elk herd.  Sam then shifts the talk toward the other Rokslide.com gear reviews [https://www.rokslide.com/category/gear/] and recaps the latest Western news. Huntin' Fool-https://www.huntinfool.com/ Robert's youth article-https://www.huntinfool.com/resources/youth Stone Glacier Tokeen 2600 pack review-https://www.rokslide.com/stone-glacier-tokeen-day-pack-review/ Alps Gear-https://alpsoutdoorz.com/ Lathrop and Sons footbeds-https://lathropandsons.com/collections/synergy-footbeds Fiordland Wapiti Foundation-https://fwf.net.nz/ Howl for Wildlife https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action  Check out Rokslides 2023 Favorite Gear- Here Visit Rokslide's Rokcast Forum to submit questions, request a topic or give feedback. To be a guest on Tipsy Tuesday please send an email to Sam@Rokslide.com [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app

Today's guest is David Rydell who's been chasing big bucks in the back country since the late 1960's. Mr. Rydell gives his unique perspective on Mule Deer then and now. Listen in as we discuss the current state of affairs and how techniques have changed over the decades. Details on the Rokslide best Hunting Photo contest below- Elk-2024 Best Elk Hunt Photo Contest, sponsored by Kifaru Mule Deer-2024 Best Mule Deer Hunt Photo Contest, sponsored by Kryptek Sheep-2024 Best Wild Sheep Hunt Photo Contest, by Stone Glacier Whitetail Deer-2024 Best Whitetail Photo Contest, sponsored by First Lite   [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app