Cary joins me for a fun, informative, and real conversation around bowhunting. This is a great listen for new bowhunters looking for those game changing tips that could really elevate their game. Cary brings many years of experience and breaks down some key tactics any newbie like me could incorporate. Tune in and make sure to check out the Salty Yak podcast that he runs and connect with him on Instagram here. If you have follow up questions on this topic, please contact me at...

Learn more about how to draw tags and get a great unit to bowhunt in this episode of First Generation Bowhunter. Drawing tags can be really confusing, I share a few things I've learned in those early days that I hope you can benefit from. There is so much to take in for drawing tags, selecting a unit, and preparing. I share a few mistakes I made early on and what tools you can lean on to get a great unit and prepare for upcoming hunts. If you have follow up questions on this topic, please...

Trevon joins me on First Generation Bowhunter and brings decades of experience as a bowhunter. With Outback Outdoors they have shared incredible hunts and key techniques in their videos. Trevon actually took me on my very first bowhunt in freezing Nebraska and we break down the play by play of that memorable hunt. Tune in on this episode and hear Trevon's excitement and really beneficial tips to become a better bowhunter. Shop hunting at Cabela's Hope you enjoy the stories and as always,...

Predator hunting with a bow is insanely challenging. I still haven't taken a coyote with a bow but with the few predator hunts I've been on, I've learned how to setup and share a few tips in this episode.  1. Selecting a successful area 2. Camo selection 3. Broadheads 4. Calling and decoys Giveaway for the Outdoor Edge knives ends 3/17/23, make sure to enter by tagging two friends on this post on Instagram and goto huntwurx.com and sign up for the email newsletter. 4 winners will be...

GIVEAWAY ALERT (see below)  Listeners have reached out and said they are heading out on their first hunts and that a few episodes have really helped. This is sticking with me pretty hard so I want to make sure that I'm offering up anything I can to help you be the most successful possible. Tune in on episode 60 and pick up a few more tips for your quiver to be more successful as a bowhunter.  3 Common Mistakes in bowhunting: 1. Poor shot placement 2. Not practicing enough 3. Misjudging...

Michael over at the Hunting Stories podcast invited me to share bowhunting stories so we did a collaborated episode. Make sure to check out his podcast and tune in on great hunting stories to get inspired for your next hunt. Sometime all we need is help visualizing success and hearing the play by play from others.  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...

Kevin Peterson from Matrix targets joins me on First Generation Bowhunter. Kevin brings a strong view of bowhunting and shares super helpful tips for elk hunting and has some really amazing encounters and hunts he shares on this episode. He also shares really helpful ways to practice shots with a method I have never heard before and I can't wait to try it. Subscribe and tune into episode 58 and gain a few tips to help you with your next bowhunt and become a better bowhunter.  Kevin founded...

Ryan over at the Seek Outside podcast had me on his show this week and he asked a very important question: What can you expect on your first bowhunt? I wanted to dive deeper into this question and offer up a bit of my experience on those earlier hunts. Couple things is being prepared but not over prepared, taking in the experience, being ready to actually pack out an animal, observe key signs of game, and invest in fewer areas.  Also, I've got a new order of First Generation Bowhunter tee...

Let's dive into what boots and footwear are the best for bowhunting. If you're in the market for new boots, this is a good overview of what you should be asking the salesperson and what to consider for your first pair or your next pair. I break down a few boots by these three categories: 1. Fit 2. Mobility 3. Weatherproof I review and share my experience with the boots down below in the In Gear I Trust section.  Drop me a line at @adam_buchanan on Instagram  Review First Generation...

What is the best target to use for archery and bowhunting practice? I walk through bag targets, foam, 3D, and the latest innovation to market which is a totally portable option actually called, Port-a-Bull. If you're looking to upgrade your target or buying your first target, this episode will give you an understanding of what your paying for and how long to expect different types of targets to last.  This last weekend was Hunt Expo in Salt Lake City, UT and I attended for a bit and also got...

As you build out your bow and select arrows, you'll refine your shooting to get the most consistent and accurate shots. In this episode, I break down the key strategies to keep in mind for tuning your bow, practicing, and getting the right accessories to help you the most. Often there are a few things holding you back from those perfect tucked in groups.  Listen in and learn more about the following topics to help you progress in bowhunting: Proper bow fit Poundage for your bow Proper...

Tune into episode 53 to learn about what factors to consider when buying camouflage for bowhunting. I walk through Choosing a Camo Pattern, Performance to Consider, and of course Budget. You'll need to keep in mind what climate and what area you'll be primarily hunting in and what performance you'll demand. I also talk through the strategies of hunting around scent, movement, and sound while bowhunting.  Get connected with Adam on Instagram and share questions and ideas for podcast...

Being the off season, what's a bowhunter to do? You can't just sit around and watch ATA recap videos to see all the latest bowhunting gear coming out, or can you? In this episode I share a few thoughts on a few award winning ATA pieces of gear and share what to do in the off season to make the most of your time in the field, enhancing your cardio for training, and how to simulate interactions with wild game to make your hunting season more effective.  And of course, I talk about ice...

Happy new year! Join me on Episode 51 to hear about how to set your mindset to tackle your goals this year and be successful in bowhunting. I'm not one for resolutions and so I share a few ways to excel at your goals and maintain strong habits. I also give a few shoutouts to listeners, tune in to hear. Please tell me what goals you have this year in your training and what hunts you have planned. I'm super amped to hear about it. Let me know what bowhunting questions you have on Instagram...

I learned so much on this hunt. And full disclosure, I took this elk with a rifle. So if you're a purist bowhunter, maybe this episode isn't for you. However, for new bowhunters, there is a ton of learnings I gained from this hunt that I share in this episode. Yes, 95% of the time I'm bowhunting but I saw this late season rifle elk hunt and had to go for it, which resulted in a kill and harvest. For me, I'm a pretty sucky elk hunter and so this hunt meant a ton to share it with my son and be...

Listen in on episode 49 of First Generation Bowhunter where we have Ryan Sapena from Seek Outside to share his view on conservation and what new bowhunters can do to help the hunting industry thrive. He also shares great insight on backpack bowhunting and great tips on gear, Seek Outside Gear, and shifting the mindset of having a floorless tent.  Learn more at Seek Outside Message Adam at @adam_buchanan on Instagram to share stories and questions. Share a review on Apple Podcasts and get a...

In this episode, prepare for mind blowing information that will transform the way you hunt and practice shooting. Josh Kirchner is the Dialed In Hunter and brings a packed interview full of tactics you can dial in yourself to make better shots and use your rangefinder correctly. Josh has a strong history as a bowhunter and began sharing high value content on his website DialedInHunter.com and his Youtube. I'm grateful for his generosity with what he shares and how well he explains bowhunting....

After a few seasons bowhunting with an ebike, I share what to keep in mind if you're considering adding this large and expensive piece of gear to your bowhunting kit. I share the good and the bad on working with an ebike. Drop me a line on Instagram @adam_buchanan and share your hunting stories, questions about bowhunting, and what hunt you're looking forward to.  In gear I trust Bow holder handelbar mount Derailuer hanger Ebike Fenders Ebike Light rechargeable Rear ebike...

Early on in my bowhunting experience I always thought, an arrow is just an arrow. Boy was I wrong. Join me on Episode 46 where we dive into what to consider when buying arrows and how to best test them for accuracy. Tune in to First Generation Bowhunter and share with your fellow bowhunters just starting out.  In Gear I Trust Gold Tip Hunter arrows 6mm Gold Tip Pierce arrows 4mm Gold Tip Kinetic KAOS arrows 5mm

Is it time to upgrade your bow? Maybe it is, maybe it isn't. Tune into Episode 45 on First Generation Bowhunter to learn what questions and factors to consider for upgrading your bow. You may just need to upgrade accessories or get a new string, or it's time to just get a new bow. If you do upgrade your bow, please send your significant other my apologies, I am not liable for any fights among partners around new bow purchases.  In Gear I Trust: Tabboo Hygiene stick Black Gold Ascent...

It's the last day of the season, what do you do? For me, I had to buckle down and be where the deer were and fill the freezer. Tune in on episode 44, I break down my last chance to kill a deer with my bow and make it happen.  In Gear I Trust: Outdoor Edge Knife Set Nite Ize Twist Gear Ties Badlands MRK6 Backpack

Sidney Smith joins me on First Generation Bowhunter in episode 43 and shares his passion for hunting and bowhunting. He shares how he learned early on and what advice he shares with new bowhunters. I really appreciate how positive Sidney is, he brings forth so much goodness in his day to day life as well as the great work he does for DO UTAH an incredible organization dedicated to get Disabled Outdoorsmen out hunting and experiencing the outdoors.  Sidney also shares his experience with the...

Mark from Exo Mtn Packs joins the First Generation Bowhunter podcast and he shares a lot of great mindsets to have for new bowhunters.   - It's easier to stay in shape, than get in shape - Embrace your Process - We pack our fears - Becoming a bowhunter is more important than just killing an animal  Great stuff to tune into. It definitely get me fired up and helped me question my process and what I can fine tune.    Learn more about Exo packs Tune into the Hunt Backcountry podcast Connect...

You've spotted deer, now it's time to make a move. Or is it? Tune into episode 41 of First Generation Bowhunter with Adam Buchanan and learn a few tips on stalking and closing the distance when bowhunting whitetail deer.  Message me on INSTAGRAM  In Gear I Trust Badlands 2200 Hunting Pack Kiwi Waterproofing Spray First Lite Traverse Gaiters

What do Earth, Wind, and Birds have in common? They can help you find deer and close the distance for a shot with your bow. And I love a good 90's reference. Tune into episode 40 to refine your skills on entering the field, hunting the wind, and how birds can help notify you of where deer are.