After too long a break since his last appearance on the show, the incomparable John Barklow is back to dive into gear, training, preparation, and the importance of seeking out experiences that challenge and hone our skills.   @jbarklow  ---------------------------  SUPPORT WILD SHEEP:  Go to Wild Sheep Foundation to find a membership option that suits your budget and commitment to wild sheep.  DEALS & OFFERS:  OnX Maps is now available in Canada! Get your FREE...

Adam sits down with Big Joe to unpack his recent hunting adventure in New Zealand. Joe and his crew had one hell of a trip chasing a host of species and Joe shares a bunch of hunt highlights on this episode.   NZ is one of those places that rarely disappoints. Between the people, the landscape, and the unique critters available to hunt, it’s a destination that makes anyone that’s been just want to go back for more.   @joe_eppele  ---------------------------  SUPPORT WILD...

Adam sits down with Wardo to talk about his new venture This Is Coffee, which he and his business partner created to solve a longstanding need for those of us that appreciate truly good coffee in the backcountry, on the road, or whenever the mood strikes. Yes, it is possible (finally) to get good instant coffee.  No podcast with Wardo would be complete without talking about training, injuries, and taking care of your body so, the boys also dig into these topics as well.  ...

Adam sits in the interviewee seat for this one while BTK’s longtime producer Mike P. takes the lead on questions and topics. This episode will release concurrently on the Rookie Hunter podcast as well and covers bear hunting as a misunderstood pursuit, using the spring months to get ready for the fall, hunting/training in rattlesnake country, and bear hunting stories and advice.  @rookie_hunter_podcast  ---------------------------  SUPPORT WILD SHEEP:  Go to Wild Sheep...

It’s looking like this year’s black bear season will get an early start in terms of snowmelt and green up, at least in BC, so with this in mind, we dug up an episode from last spring where Nolan and fellow mountain guide Jared Christon discuss all things black bears. If you’re getting the itch to get out and chase these fascinating critters, there’s plenty in this episode for you.  @nmo  @canadian_black_bear_taxidermy  ---------------------------  SUPPORT WILD SHEEP:  Go...

Well, it seems like spring has finally arrived and that means it’s time to start getting serious about this season’s hunt prep. Meaning, you should be dialling back the strength focused workouts and introducing more rucking or running. With this, low back pain can be a common complaint. The lower abdominals are key to a pain free low back so, in this (reposted) episode, Wardo explains how to train and assess them, and get that low back ready for the backcountry.  @drmattwarddc    ...

On this show, Adam is joined by John Stallone, VP and Co-Founder of HOWL For Wildlife.  If you’re not aware of HOWL please check out their website and become a member. The team at HOWL is doing incredibly important work that is crucial to the future of hunting, hunting opportunities, and of course wildlife conservation.  John and Adam discuss the importance of education and involvement, what it means to be a real world ambassador (not just on social media), how funds are used and...

On this show, Adam is joined by Josh McKenzie, who lives in Ontario, Canada and runs Caribou Media Outdoors.   Although Josh has had a longstanding passion for archery, he didn’t start hunting until a few years ago. But like many that find hunting later in life, Josh has fully committed himself to this lifestyle.  Josh shares a number of hunting stories, including his first elk hunt out west in BC, as well as his perspective on where the community is at, what it’s like getting...

  On this show, Adam is joined by Adam C. from CTOMS Inc., a Canadian veteran owned company focused on providing the highest level of training and education for dealing with emergency medical/trauma situations, whether that be in the tactical space, the backcountry, or day to day life.  Mountain and backcountry hunters face unique risks when heading afield. Standard first aid training only gets us so far, and more advanced wilderness first aid or first responder courses are excellent,...

On this show, Adam is joined by Mike Sarraille, a retired Navy SEAL, entrepreneur, bestselling author, filmmaker, and the host of the Everyday Warrior podcast. Mike shares his thoughts on the importance of the people you surround yourself with, what it means to be an Everyday Warrior, and the ATTA philosophy he tries to live by. He also unpacks some of the projects he’s led and organized through Legacy Expeditions and the organizations he’s supporting through these incredible adventures. ...

EP 520: The Mountain Rifle Perfected with Alpine Riflecraft  On this show, Adam is joined by Mike Drury, the founder of Alpine Riflecraft. Mike’s vision for what a truly dedicated mountain rifle can be, how it should shoot, how it should handle, and how it should carry, has finally come to life in the newly released Zenith rifle.  Mike left no stone unturned when it came to rethinking the design, engineering, durability, and field worthiness of mountain hunting rifles and the Zenith...

On this show, the one and only Wardo is back on the mic to talk about his foray into the guiding world, his dream trip to Arctic Red last August, and his new coffee company, This Is Coffee, that is finally going to allow all us coffee-heads to enjoy a nice cup of caffeine-zip-zip in the backcountry.  @drmattwarddc  @hardyardsperformance  @thisiscoffee.ca  #caffeinezipzip  ---------------------------  SUPPORT WILD SHEEP:  Go to Wild Sheep Foundation to find a...

It’s the time of year when goals and goal setting are at the top of many people’s minds. But, do we approach our hunting goals in a way that actually increases our chances of success? What’s the difference between day dreaming and actual, realistic goal setting? Are the goals we’re setting for ourselves achievable?   To dig into this topic, Adam is joined by Jay Nichol, whose experience working as a management consultant to many large companies and organizations is especially applicable...

A little over a year ago, we released this episode and NOW is the time to be thinking about new boots, and more importantly, how foot function (or lack thereof) impacts boot selection and the other tools you can use to get your feet mountain ready.  So, we’re reposting this episode to help you navigate how to get everything with your feet and boots dialed for this upcoming season. Adam digs into how we optimize foot, ankle, and lower leg function for both day-to-day life and the backcountry,...

Roughly a year ago, Wardo released a series of nutrition episodes over a few weeks and, with the New Year upon us, we felt it was a great time to re-share his top recommendations from that series so you can get your nutrition dialed for whatever your goals are in 2024. From carbs to protein, tracking and fasting, in this re-edited nutrition focused episode, you’ll get some tough love on what it really takes to get your nutrition right, and some crucial tips and pointers on maintaining that...

On this episode, Adam welcomes John Barklow back to the show to talk about the principles of staying warm, dry, and focused while enduring long sits in cold weather. Although this episode focuses heavily on whitetail hunting, the principles covered apply to any form of hunting where cold temperatures and long periods of inactivity -- be that in the stand or glassing – are the norm. For more of John’s phenomenal and unbiased thoughts on gear, training, nutrition, and backcountry safety,...

If you’ve been paying attention, you’ll know that WSF’s annual Sheep Show is just a few weeks away. It’s an event every serious mountain hunter MUST attend at some point in their life. On this episode, we’re bringing you something a little different. Instead of a traditional interview format, you’re going to hear directly from the team at WSF as they cover what they’re excited about for the 2024 Sheep Show event. No surprise, they’re leveling up the event once again! This episode originally...

Kevin joins the podcast for the second time this season to talk about managing injuries, recovering from surgery, adjusting one’s goals, navigating setbacks, and the wisdom that comes from having to throw your plans out the window @kevinltoye --------------------------- DEALS & OFFERS: THIS IS THE TIME TO PICK UP THAT PACK YOU’VE BEEN EYEING UP. MYSTERY RANCH IS CURRENTLY OFFERING 30% OFF HUNT & OUTDOOR PACKS. OnX Maps is now available in Canada! Get your FREE trial today. And...

Adam sits down with his good friend and longstanding member of the JMH/BTK team Nolan Osborne to talk about guide life, gear, media/marketing, and the new gig that has NMO moving on to a new role in the industry. @nmo --------------------------- DEALS & OFFERS: OnX Maps is now available in Canada! Get your FREE trial today. And if you’re already a member, check out the exclusive offers and perks available when you upgrade to an Elite Member. Keep your eyes and ears open for an...

On this episode, Adam visits with Ryan Holm to hear all about Ryan’s newfound passion for overland hunting and using a vehicle-based platform to make the best use of his time in the field, be that hunting, climbing, or ice-climbing. Ryan has a very intentional approach to everything he does and the way he approached outfitting his truck is no exception. If you’ve been eyeing up making some changes to your rig, or wondering where to even start, this is an episode worth listening to. ...

On this episode, Adam visits with “Big Joe” Eppele to hear about the busy, challenging, yet very successful season Joe’s had so far this year. As of the date this podcast was recorded, Joe had cut a Mountain Caribou tag, a Stone’s sheep tag, an elk tag, and knocked down three wolves, all before the end of October. Ya, that kind of season. It’s easy to look at someone that’s had this level of success and think, well they just got lucky, but Joe unpacks just how much time, effort, mental...

After the amazing feedback we received on Jordan’s elk focused podcast (Episode 500), we knew we had to bring him back on to talk mule deer hunting. On this show, Jordan shares his tips, insights, and strategies for finding big muley bucks and unlocking country that holds the kind of bucks every Western hunter dreams of one day taking. @bcbackcountry --------------------------- DEALS & OFFERS: Need boots? Check out the NEW CRISPI line-up at www.crispius.com to find a model that suits...

For most of you, the 2023 hunting season is well underway. Plenty of long days with a heavy pack on your back, countless miles covered, and hopefully, yet more hunts to come. This is the point in the season where it’s all too easy to just put your head down and push through, regardless of how your body’s feeling. But, if you want to really maximize those final days and weeks of the hunting season, there are some simple things you can do to stay physically ready and capable of handling yet...

In a long overdue catch-up with Kyle Stelter, CEO of the Wild Sheep Society of BC, we cover the seemingly perennial issue of illegal (underage) Stone sheep rams being killed, ideas for solving this problem, and the latest news from both the Wild Sheep Foundation and the Wild Sheep Society of BC. Send Kyle your ideas and feedback: [email protected] @wildsheepsocietybc --------------------------- DEALS & OFFERS: Need boots? Check out the NEW CRISPI line-up at...