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Utah Deadline, Tags, and a New Polaris. In this episode of The Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk about the looming deadline for Utah Applications. We talk more in detail about current weather trends in Utah and our Outlook for 2021. We also talk with Colton Francis, of...

Hunting Colorado with Mike Duplan. In this episode we get to sit down in the studio with Mike Duplan, co-author of "The Edge" a book about hunting mountain mule deer. Mike is a longtime Colorado resident and has deep experience hunting in the state. Our conversation...

Applying in Utah and New Mexico. In this episode we talk through our outlook on application season. Utah and New Mexico are upcoming as well as the Nevada guide draw. We talk through some important things to remember when applying in these states. If you love to hunt...

Applied Ballistics with Mark Boardman of Vortex. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk in depth about the new products available for 2021 from Vortex Optics. The new Fury HD5000 AB is the latest and greatest from Vortex and has a lot to offer those...

Big Changes in Life and Legislation. In this episode we reveal a big change as Epic Staff Member, Chris Petersen, gets engaged after what seems like decades of hunting. A tag finally punched. We also talk about the huge new proposed changes to Utah legislation in...

Advancements in Optics with Colby Kroff of Swarovski. This week we had Colby Kroff of Swarovski in the studio. Colby brought in the new, highly anticipated, EL Range TA. The advancements are incredible. Bluetooth capable, the ability to program ballistic profiles from...

Democrats and Drawing Tags. We recently got a letter from a member and listener who has gotten the impression we think that there are no Democrats that hunt. He sent us a letter and a hat to let us know that there are a few out there. Although we may not agree on...

Digital Tools for Hunters with the Epic Outdoors Staff. In this episode we talk about updates to our online tools for hunters. From drawing odds, to mapping, we have you covered. Most of us  dream about our upcoming hunts all year long. Our online tools allow you to...

New Year, New Plans! Being Optimistic in 2021. With each new year comes a new chance to apply and strategize for the season to come. We all start off the new year with a lot of dreams. In this episode we talk a lot about our plans and discuss the future. There are a...

Trail Cam Ban in Arizona. In this episode we discuss the proposed trail camera ban in the state of Arizona. We also call Arizona outfitter John Adams of HPO to get his views on the proposed ban and how it could affect hunters and outfitter in the state depending on...

You Don't Know What You've Got Until It's Gone. Taking Advantage of Opportunities Before They Are Gone. Over the course of the last 20 and even 10 years we have watched some incredible hunting opportunities disappear. Many of these are things we took for granted like...

How to Pick the Best Optics for Your Hunts. In this episode we talk in depth about optics. We start with binos and move through to spotting scopes. There are hundreds of options and sometimes its hard to know what is best for your needs. We go through things to...

Optic Technology and Making it Count. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk about the evolving technology in optics and our optic equipment including rangefinders and binoculars. Our hunting careers are a culmination of once in a lifetime events. If we...

Escape from a Frigid Alaskan River with Aaron Bronson. In this episode we talk with Aaron Bronson and hear his near death story from Alaska 2020. Lessons learned and gear that saved his life. When you are wet and cold in Alaska a fire can make the difference in life...

Ridge Reaper with Travis Gessley of UA. In this episode we talk with Travis Gessley of Under Armour about the Ridge Reaper line. We have a long history with Under Armour and with the Ridge Reaper line in particular. From the Ridge Reaper tv show to the gear, we've...

Alaska Mtn. Goat with The Epic Crew. In this episode we catch up at the office and hear about Adams recent Mtn. Goat hunt in Alaska. We also hear from Wyatt who recently returned from a successful Shiras Moose hunt with his dad in Utah. We hope everyone is having a...

EP 180: Alaska Moose Drop Camp Hunt, Wyatt and Devin Report. In this episode of the epic outdoors podcast Wyatt and Devin tell us about their recent trip to Alaska on a Drop Camp Moose hunt with Dillinger River Outfitters. It was a unique experience with a lot learned...

A 185" Dall Sheep with Dan Montgomery and Hank Flatow. In this episode we talk with Dan Montgomery and Hank Flatow of Alaska Trophy Adventures who just guided hunter, Louis Breland to a true giant of a Dall Sheep. This ram is 11 1/2 years old and has a green gross...

Archery Tips, Bow Setups, Arrows, with Bob Fromme. In this episode we talk with, Bob Fromme, archery expert and owner of Performance Archery in San Diego CA. Bob has an extreme amount of experience with bows and shooting. We talk through setups, arrows, tuning,...

Brendan Burns of KUIU. In this episode we talk with, Brendan Burns, Chief Hunting Officer of KUIU. Brendan tells us a little more about the new Valo pattern from KUIU as well as what 2020 is looking like for him. We also hear about the sheep transplant on Antelope...

EP 176: On the Doorstep of Hunting Season. We're quickly approaching hunting season and getting everything ready to go. Wyatt and Devin are having their weddings and just before the big day we wanted to give Wyatt a call to check in on him. We talk to his fiance,...

Marriage Counseling for Hunters with Dr. Paul. In this episode we talk with our friend Paul Marshall. Epic consultants Wyatt, and Devin, are both getting married within two weeks and we thought it would be helpful to get some marriage advice specifically for hunters....

A Long Hot Summer and Covid Times. In this episode we talk about the current summer and what were seeing out in the field so far this year. 2020 has been a strange and challenging year to say the least. We talk about some of the current events and even call our friend...

Brand new from Swarovski, the NL Pure with Colby Kroff. In this episode of the epic outdoors podcast we sit down with Swarovski Southwest Territory Sales Rep, Colby Kroff to talk about the all new NL Pure binocular series. We were able to test out the binocular in the...

EP 172: Engagements, Trail Cameras, and Hunting Trucks. In this episode we hear about the big news from staff members, Devin Archibald and Wyatt Bowles. Both got engaged recently and have stories to tell. Devin even caught his on trail camera. We also talk hunting...

Nevada Dream Tag with Jack Robb. In this episode of The Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk with Jack Robb about the Nevada Dream Tag opportunities available in Nevada. Getting your name in the hat for more hunts is a great way to up your chances of having a tag in your...

Hunt Winner Reactions from the Summer Hunt Giveaway. In this episode we call the winners of our Summer 2020 Hunt Giveaway and surprise them with the news. In this giveaway we had an Alaska Dall Sheep hunt, A Nevada Mule Deer Tag in the coveted unit 231, A trophy elk...

Legendary Bulls of the Acoma with Scott Mabray. In this episode of The Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk with Scott Mabray of Acoma Big Game Hunts. Scott helps us get an in depth look at a place known for Incredible Elk hunting opportunities. We talk about management,...

Hunting Grizzly in Alaska. Epic Hunt Giveaway 2020. In this episode we talk with Chris Collville who won the Alaska Interior Grizzly hunt in our last Epic Hunt Giveaway. Chris Recently returned from an amazing hunt with outfitter Lance Kronberger. Our summer...

From Muzzleloaders to Cellular Trail Cameras. In this episode we start with a call to Muzzleloader expert, Levi Reed. Levi gives us some insight into building a better more capable muzzleloader. We also call Jeff John and get the full review of the new Fusion Cellular...

Living for Giant Mule Deer with Greg Krogh. In this episode of the Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk with outfitter, Greg Krogh. Greg has owned and operated Mogollon Rim Outfitters since 1985. Mogollon Rim Outfitters specializes in Mule Deer and Elk in Nevada and Arizona....

How to Optimize Your Hunting Season. In this episode we talk about making the most of your fall by looking ahead. The draws are almost all out and we are getting a good idea of what our hunting season may look like for 2020. If we don't have all the hunts wed like,...

Keys to a successful stalk with Remi Warren. In this episode we talk with Under Armour Hunt Athlete, Remi Warren. We talk in depth about the keys to making a successful stalk and following that effort up with a well executed shot. There are many factors we can control...

Midnight Madness, Nevada Draw Results TONIGHT!!!!! In this episode we confirm with the state of Nevada that draw results will be out tonight 5/20/2020 PST. We also cold call Deputy Director of NDOW, Jack Robb to verify. After the excitement with draw results we then...

On the Trail of a Monster with Jeffrey Row. In this episode of The Epic Outdoors Podcast we talk with Jeffrey Row, a full time guide and an avid hunter himself. Jeff is featured on our June issue cover with his Giant Arizona Mule Deer. Jeff walks us through the...

Live Every Season Like it's Your Last -Applying in Arizona and California. In this episode we review the June issue of The Epic Outdoors Magazine that covers applying in Arizona and California. We also talk about making the most of the hunting seasons that we have...