Summary In this episode, Adam Buchanan shares his recent hunting experiences, focusing on a deer drive he participated in. He discusses the importance of understanding deer movement, influenced by factors like temperature and moon phases. Adam recounts the excitement of driving deer towards a fellow hunter and reflects on the lessons learned from the experience, emphasizing the need for intuition and strategic positioning. He also expresses his enthusiasm for future hunts and encourages...

Summary In this episode of First Generation Bow Hunter, Adam discusses the importance of not selling your bow after experiencing failure during hunting season. He shares personal experiences and insights on dealing with feelings of frustration, the significance of understanding your equipment, and the necessity of practicing and tuning your arrows. Adam emphasizes that bow hunting is a numbers game, requiring patience and persistence, and encourages listeners to keep trying and enjoy the...

In this episode of First Generation Bowhunter, Adam recounts his exhilarating experience of hunting a buck in Utah during the 2024 archery season. He shares insights into the quick nature of the hunt, the mistakes he made, and the lessons learned throughout the process. Adam emphasizes the importance of preparation, mental calmness, and the joy of hunting with others. He also discusses the gear he used and reflects on his journey as a bow hunter, highlighting the significance of each hunting...

Summary In this episode of the First Generation Bow Hunter podcast, host Adam shares his experiences from the recent elk hunting season, emphasizing the importance of learning from others, the challenges faced in the wilderness, and the joy of wildlife interactions. He reflects on the dynamics of hunting with a partner, the significance of scent and sound in elk hunting, and the lessons learned from both successful and challenging moments in the field. Adam also discusses the excitement...

Summary In this conversation, Adam and Johnathan discuss various topics including shooting practice, First Form energy drinks, and hunting with kids. Johnathan shares his experience of teaching his son to shoot a bow and the importance of letting him make his own choices. They also talk about the different flavors and mixology options of First Form products. Overall, the conversation highlights the multi-dimensional aspects of the outdoors and the role of being a supportive and patient...

Summary In this conversation, Adam and Jason discuss various topics including fletching, hunting experiences, archery equipment, and pop culture references. They also touch on the importance of confidence and consistency in shooting arrows. The conversation highlights the significance of choosing the right arrows for specific shooting distances and preferences. In this conversation, Adam and Jason discuss their experiences with different types of arrows and broadheads. They talk about the...

Tune into this episode on First Generation Bowhunter to learn what you need to know about ebiking on a bowhunt. Buying an ebike is expensive, make sure you know how to best use it on a bowhunt to get the best experience.

In this episode, Adam recaps his recent hunting trip in Utah and shares some valuable lessons and experiences. He talks about missing a shot at a deer and reflects on the mistakes he made, such as not paying attention to scent and rushing his shots. Adam also reviews the Speedland shoe, endorsed by Cameron Hanes, and shares his thoughts on its comfort and design. He emphasizes the importance of mental preparation and practicing with your gear before a hunt. Takeaways Pay attention to...

In this episode, Adam discusses last-minute preparation for the hunting season opener in Utah. He also addresses a listener's question about finding someone to hunt with and offers guidance on building relationships in the hunting community. Adam then talks about his preferred broadheads, including the G5 Striker X and the Sever Titanium. He also shares his thoughts on footwear, highlighting the Crispi Lapponia 2 and the Hanwag boots. Additionally, Adam mentions his partnership with...

Had an interesting message come through from Marius asking about my journey and career path in the outdoor industry. Tune into this episode for some background on my personal journey and career and how thats helped me get into bowhunting and work in the hunting industry. If you're considering a career path in hunting or the outdoor industry, I share a few tips on what you can do to get started. Hope you enjoy the stories and as always, if you've got questions about bowhunting, share...

One of the greatest strategies you can take with you bowhunting is the act of manifestation. In this episode I talk about one of the main keys that got me my first bowhunt kills and all the kills after. It's really important to have a strong mindset to want, visualize, ask, and prepare to see your manifestation come to life. Tune into this episode of First Generation Bowhunter to up your game in bowhunting and get your first bow kill. Take it from me, I know what it feels like to...

Join us in this First Generation Bowhunter podcast episode as we delve into the topic of why using a wrist release for bowhunting can be advantageous. Adam discusses their personal experiences and reasons for choosing a wrist release over other release aids. From improved accuracy and consistency to enhanced comfort and control, discover the various benefits that come with incorporating a wrist release into your bowhunting setup. Whether you're a seasoned bowhunter looking to optimize your...

Steve Bayley joins me back on First Generation Bowhunter to talk about stick-to-it-tivness and how to really find success as a bowhunter. We discuss a few rifle hunts and some learnings of understanding the key habitat of elk and also some key basics to nail if you haven't turned up an animal or gotten a shot with your bow while hunting. Hope you enjoy the stories and as always, if you've got questions about bowhunting, share them with me on Instagram at @adam_buchanan or you can also...

If I could talk to my younger bowhunter self here's what I would tell myself. If you're new to bowhunting, consider this me talking to you. There's something I'd like my younger self to figure out, I don't want to rob myself of all the experiences but there are some thing I wish I could tell myself. But, there's no such thing as a time machine so this will probably turn out to be a weird episode. Enjoy this episode of First Generation Bowhunter! Hope you enjoy the stories and as always, if...

Andrew from EndurHunt joins me on the show to talk about those early years of bowhunting and gamechanging mindsets and gear that can get you more success as a bowhunter. EndurHunt Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/endurhunt/id1678427751 I hope you enjoy this episode. Hope you enjoy the stories and as always, if you've got questions about bowhunting, share them with me on Instagram at @adam_buchanan or you can also record your question through this link on Spotify and...

It's been quite a season of ups and downs and finally I sealed the deal on my 2023 Utah Deer during the extended hunt here on the Wasatch. Tune in to learn a few things on blood tracking deer, shot process, and making judgement calls. Shout out to my son Beckham who joined me on this hunt and was the main reason we recovered the deer. I hope you enjoy this episode. Hope you enjoy the stories and as always, if you've got questions about bowhunting, share them with me on Instagram at...

Buying bowhunting gear is no joke. Ever feel overwhelmed with the cost? Recently I had a listener reach out named Tim who asked if buying a used bow is ok. In this episode I talk about what to consider when buying a used bow. Budget wise, buying used is great because of all the added costs that go along with a hunt. Be mindful and have a friend familiar with bows go with you when you buy it. If possible, meet at a range and get a chance to shoot the bow. Thanks for tuning into First...

Join me on episode 71 to here one of my all time most important phrases that I live by: There is no free lunch. In bowhunting, this is absolutely the case. You will work for every success you get. Your stack of failures will be cashed in one day. You've got to keep at it. Learn more about mindset on this episode especially if you're experiencing a lot of frustration and just want to sell your bow. Don't sell your bow. 3 days after publishing my last episode, my dad passed away. He taught...

How are you going to fill that tag you just drew for archery opener? In this episode I share my 5 major peices of advice that will make you more successful on the hunt this year. These are based off my biggest mess-ups, failures, and learnings. Take it from me, you won't want to miss this episode, it may have the key to you tagging out this year. Hope you enjoy the stories and as always, if you've got questions about bowhunting, share them with me on Instagram at @adam_buchanan or you can...

How to prepare and manage the unexpected during a bowhunt. Sometimes we make a bad shot and that's bowhunting. Here's a story of when things did not go to plan and what I did about it. Was it perfect? No. But it did result in killing the deer and bringing it up. Hope this story helps your upcoming hunts. fe Hope you enjoy the stories and as always, if you've got questions about bowhunting, share them with me on Instagram at @adam_buchanan or you can also record your question through this...

Ever find yourself day dreaming of bowhunting during a drive or while waiting for your shake at Sonic? Man. I find myself all the time thinking about a past hunt or what I'm gonna do on a future hunt. This episode is the pre-cursor to a larger episode that Jason Dyer suggested. I'll discuss a few thoughts on what to do with a tag in the pocket around prep, gear, and training. Really this is just an episode to celebrate that we as bowhunters, just really freaking love bowhunting. In Gear I...

My primal instincts kicked in one day and I found this cool way to find my arrow after I struggled not finding it. Tune in to try this on your next hunt, let me know if it works! Also, I've started my new job at camofire.com and blackovis.com! Super amped. Just know that if I mention our sites, I'm doing it to help you as a bowhunter with epic gear. There really is some sweet gear on both sites and perfect for new bowhunters getting ramped up. Hope you enjoy the stories and as always, if...

I've been able to try out the Lowa Tibet GTX boot for the last few months and glad Grady could join me to talk their hunting boots. With 100 years in the industry (whoa!) Lowa continues to deliver stout footwear to the hunting world. Also, I'm a bit of a bargain shopper when it comes to socks. I admit it. After this chat with Grady from Lowa Boots, I thought I was going to get super amped on boots but I'm really interested in their socks! Upping my sock game will probably make my feet...

Hello again! I'm back. Been thinking about this topic for a while now about how to really observe an area and pay more attention to small details rather than just focusing on whether you saw game or not. Tune in to learn more about truly observing an area and why that's important to increase your bowhunting success. Hope you enjoy the stories and as always, if you've got questions about bowhunting, share them with me on Instagram at @adam_buchanan or you can also record your question...