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Colorado Mule Deer in the Gunnison Basin. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk with the Gunnison Area Wildlife Manager, Brandon Diamond, as well as Cody Dyce, President of the Gunnison Wildlife Association. These two guests bring different perspectives...

How it Feels to Win the Hunt of a Lifetime. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we call the winners of our 2022 Spring Hunt Giveaway. From Dall Sheep to Mule Deer hear the reactions of all the winners. Disclaimer: this text was produced through an automated...

In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we update our listerners on what is happening here at Epic Outdoors as we are thick in application season. Many deadlines are quicklliy approaching and we discuss some of our plans, strategies, and thoughts on whats coming...

Hunting South of the Border. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk with two hunters who have recently returned from hunting in Old Mexico. Adam Kearney killed a giant Mule Deer in Sonora and Jeff Lester shared his Mexico Coues Deer story that ended with...

John Bair and Hunt Expo 2022. In this episode we talk with John Bair and talk about the upcoming Hunt Expo in Salt Lake City, UT. This is the first year back since the expo was cancelled last year and we couldnt be more excited. John tells us about some of the new...

Utah Trail Camera Ban Reaction. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk about the recent ban on trail camera use in Utah from Aug 1 - Dec 31st of each year. We also talk about a few other big changes that could affect the way you hunt. Hear our reactions...

Making Your Hunting Dreams a Reality. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk about how Epic Outdoors can help you reach your hunting goals. We have the most experienced hunt consultants in the industry and can help you whether its booking a guided hunt...

Q&A Part 3, Hunting the West with Epic Outdoors. In this episode of The Epic Outdoors Podcast, we finish up our Question and Answer series for December 2021. We read from the list of submitted questions without pre planning and answer from within our staff. The...

Q&A Part 2, Hunting for Real Estate with Blayne St. James. In this episode we continue with our question and answer podcasts. We answer questions from listeners for any topic related to hunting. We also talk with Blayne St. James about real estate including ranch...

EP 223: Hunting Q&A with the Epic Outdoors Staff Part 1. In this episode we answer the first round of questions sent in by our listeners for the December 2021 Q&A. There is no specific order or topic for the answers. It is always fun to hear form our listeners...

Brushes with Death and Brown Bear, Jesse Tatman. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk with longtime hunting guide, Jesse Tatman. In October of 2021 while leading his pack horses back to the trailhead another hunter heard the approaching horses, thought...

Back to Colorado. 3rd Season Report. In this episode we talk about the third season, our reports, and reports we've received from others. We also talk about the 4th season outlook. This is a fun time of year to be hunting Mule Deer. Overall it has been a tougher year...

Colorado Deer Hunting. Reports and Outlook. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk about hunting Mule Deer in Colorado and get reports from our staff on the 2nd season. We also talk about the outlook for the 3rd season. Disclaimer: this text was produced...

Hunting a New Unit For The First Time. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk about hunting a new unit for the first time. There is a lot that we can do to increase our chances for success before the hunt and as we arrive in a new area. Time is critical...

Preparing for the Hunt, with Special Guest: Scott Thompson. In this episode we talk about all of our preparations for the upcoming hunts. Colorado is just around the corner with second season next week. Utah General Rifle has just begun. We call Scott Thompson of...

Making the Most of Our Tags. In this episode we finally all get back in the office together to catch up on the hunts so far this year. We've had some highs and some lows. We hear from John and Wyatt about their recent success on elk hunts as well as some of the tag...

EP 216: It's Elk Month!! Field Judging and Hunting Bulls. Many of our staff is out on the road chasing bulls. September is the time we all dream of when it comes to bugles and bulls. We talk with Adam on his elk hunt as well as Devin who is hunting elk in Colorado. We...

Chasing Tags and Antelope. This week we spent some time in Nevada chasing antelope with members of the Epic Outdoors Staff. Wyatt Bowles and Devin Archibald both took 80"+ antelope. Although we have downplayed the difficulty of antelope hunts in the past the hunts...

EP 214: Under Armour Product Release 2021 with Travis Gessley. In this Episode we talk with Travis of Under Armour about the 2021 product release that has now begun. For years we have used and loved the Raider Pants but have asked for some heat relief. UA answered...

EP 213: Drought to Flood, News of the West. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk about the News of the West including, Canada Travel Opening, Wyoming Draw Changes, Epic Updates, Hunt Giveaway Winner News, etc. As we are in the podcast we receive Flash...

Surviving Rattlesnake Bites in the Field. In this episode we talk with two special guests who tell their stories of Rattlesnake bites while out in the field. While hunting the west it is fairly common to come across a rattlesnake. Last week we started wondering about...

Still Some Hope for 2021.  In this episode we talk about some of the chances you still have to get your hands on the tag of a lifetime. There are still a few open raffles that provide incredible opportunities to the tag holders. These include the Wyoming Super Tags...

Epic Hunt Giveaway Winners Announced. This is our annual summer membership drive hunt giveaway episode. We have drawn the winners and in this episode you get to hear the reactions of the lucky winners. Congrats to all who won, we appreciate the support. It always...

EP 209: Alaska Grizzly Bear Hunt and a Honeymoon. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk about the upcoming Epic Hunt Giveaway. If you didn't draw or just want a chance at the hunt of a lifetime, we've got you covered. We also talk with Bruce Billings...

Point Creep and What to Do if You Didn't Draw. In this episode we talk about the point creep we saw in a lot of the West and especially in the Colorado draw. There are a lot of us that are now left with an open schedule wondering how to find opportunities. We go...

Colorado Draw Results, and Hunt Winners. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk about the Colorado Mule deer draw results being released  today. We also talk about upcoming deadlines for the remaining western states. We talk with the Nevada Silver State...

EP 206: News of the West. Draws and Drought. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we go through new of the west including draw updates draw deadlines in the western states. We also talk with Outfitter David Matthews about Arizona and New Mexico, drought, Mule...

10 Years of KUIU with Brendan Burns. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk with Brendan Burns of KUIU. We have worked closely with Brendan for a decade. From the birth of KUIU til now we have seen incredible innovation and success and are happy to have...

Wrapping Up Your Applications. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we get the crew together and talk about the front burner items of this time of year. We talk about the last few state applications that are still open, and plan for possible hunts. We talk...

Nevada Deputy Director Jack Robb. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we focus on Nevada and the upcoming application deadline. We also talk with Jack Robb, Deputy Director of NDOW. We talk applications, the draw process, management and management quotas. We...

The Changing Landscapes of Hunting, Special Guest Tim Pask. In this episode we talk a lot about changes we are seeing in hunting this includes point creep, new regulations to keep up with advancements in technology, and adjustments due to social climate. We also call...

EP 201:Trucks, Maps, and Hunt Apps with Aaron Bronson. In this episode we change things up with Adam Bronson on the road and his brother, Aaron, in studio. Aaron introduces the new binocular stud for NL Pure and EL binoculars. This new stud allows you to mount your NL...

The 200 Inch Mule Deer Episode. In this special 200th episode of The Epic Outdoors Podcast we call some of our friends who have taken some incredible bucks over 200" in hopes of learning something from each of them. These type of bucks are incredibly rare. Making it...

EP 199: Meet New Epic Consultant Josh Pollock. In this episode we introduce you to our newest hunting consultant, Josh Pollock. Josh is a big time hunter and also spent 10 years working for the Utah Game and Fish as a Game Warden and then a Biologist. Josh has a lot...

Colorado Mule Deer Unit by Unit. In this episode we go through Colorado's Mule Deer Units and give our take on them. As we prepare to apply this year we wanted to share our thoughts on Colorado. Every year we take hundreds of calls on Colorado Mule deer applications...

Getting in the Game with PNWild. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we teamed up with the guys at the PNWild Podcast. They had some questions for Jason on Mule deer, big elk, where to start with applications, how to develop a long term application strategy,...