Episodes
Improve your elk hunting success as a backpack elk hunter by using these 7 tactics (I actually added a bonus, 8th one!). These aren't the same elk hunting topics you hear discussed by everyone else. Several of them go against conventional wisdom, but they all have proven results in the elk hunting mountains. --- FOLLOW CLIFF YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/CliffGray Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Cliffgry/ Facebook - https://facebook.com/PursuitWithCliff Pursuit With Cliff...
Published 04/01/24
When people ask me what current hunt is most undervalued, my universal answer is spearfishing. Yes, it has it's challenges... but what REAL HUNT doesn't? Tony Dooley and I discuss my personal journey into the blue water spearfishing world and how any hunter can get into the sport. Along the way we hit on the dozens of analogies their are between underwater hunting and land-based hunting. Follow Tony: https://www.instagram.com/el_squid/ https://www.lifebelowthesurface.com/ --- FOLLOW...
Published 03/27/24
Robby is one of the world's best living mule deer hunters, but we reached beyond that in this conversation. We discussed everything from changes in Colorado, to wolves, to what really sets phenomenal hunters apart. Robby brings a sense of positivity that is unmatched in the hunting world... it reminds me that we are still hunting in "the good old days". This podcast will also be available on RokCast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rokcast/id1473746379 Follow...
Published 03/25/24
Cliff speaks with Utah's Jace Guymon on EVERYTHING Utah hunting. They cover the upcoming Utah draw, wildlife trends in the state, draw strategy and meat elk hunts... They also discuss several political topics like Utah's crackdown on the use of technology while hunting and what's going to happen when CO wolves show up in Utah.  Jace's Links: https://www.instagram.com/jdgsheds https://www.youtube.com/@JaceGuymonHunting --- FOLLOW CLIFF YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/CliffGray Instagram -...
Published 03/18/24
Cliff speaks with Jimmy Oswald of Flat Tops Wilderness Guides on EVERYTHING Colorado hunting. They discuss the current political issues that hunters are dealing with in the state, several significant changes coming in 2025 with the new five year season structure, all of the OTC units in Colorado becoming draw tags and unit recommendations for the sheep, goats and moose. Jimmy's Links: https://www.flattopswildernessguides.com/ https://www.instagram.com/flattopswildernessguides --- FOLLOW...
Published 03/08/24
I go over two common elk hunting game violations made by honest hunters and how to avoid making these mistakes in the field. I also cover several tracking and shooting tips along the way. --- FOLLOW CLIFF YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/CliffGray Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Cliffgry/ Facebook - https://facebook.com/PursuitWithCliff Pursuit With Cliff Podcast https://pursuitwithcliff.com/interviews-and-podcasts/ Cliff's Hunt Planning and Strategy Membership ...
Published 03/05/24
In this episode, Cliff and Jordan Christensen dive into the details of the New Mexico draw in addition to other big picture draw strategies across states. They discuss the evolving dynamics of draw hunts in various states, emphasizing the importance of understanding the when a elk, deer or other species application is an investment strategy versus when it is just a gamble Jordan shares valuable insights on draw strategies, highlighting the balance between high-demand tags and more accessible...
Published 03/03/24
It's true that 5% of the Public Land hunters harvest 95%+ of the game animals. In this episode Cliff goes over the skillsets and strategies that those elk hunters employ year-over-year in order to 10-15X the harvest success of the average hunter. --- FOLLOW CLIFF YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/CliffGray Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Cliffgry/ Facebook - https://facebook.com/PursuitWithCliff Pursuit With Cliff Podcast https://pursuitwithcliff.com/interviews-and-podcasts/ Cliff's...
Published 03/01/24
Hunting elk on public land on easy-to-draw or otc tags is the toughest hunting there is. In this video I go over a few pieces of advice that will help you enjoy and succeed in that type of elk hunting. Good luck out there! --- FOLLOW CLIFF YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/CliffGray Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Cliffgry/ Facebook - https://facebook.com/PursuitWithCliff Pursuit With Cliff Podcast https://pursuitwithcliff.com/interviews-and-podcasts/ Cliff's Hunt Planning and...
Published 03/01/24
There is a ton of misinformation out there about what makes elk and deer hunting partners and hunting groups compatible. It isn't matching physical capabilities or hunting styles that make the difference. In this video I cover the REALITY of what matters in elk camp. I dealt with this dynamic for years as a guide and outfitter. The four things I discuss in this video were the primary drivers making a hunting group more effective harvesting animals due to their relationship. I saw a lot of...
Published 03/01/24
Cliff dives into the ins and outs of keeping elk and deer meat fresh in the field during hunting expeditions. In this episode, he shares personal anecdotes and valuable tips on how to handle and preserve game meat effectively. From dissipation of heat to minimizing contamination, you'll learn practical strategies to ensure your meat stays in top condition. This conversation is particularly useful to elk hunters hunting in remote areas via backpack hunting or horse/mule pack-in...
Published 03/01/24
There is no question that Joe Rogan and Cam Hanes have changed the world of elk hunting. Every year more people enjoy the pursuit of hunting elk, particularly archery elk hunting, because they were introduced to it from Joe's podcast or Cam's social media. Recently, there has been some momentum around the idea that this increase in popularity is a net negative to the hunting world. Are Joe and Cam creating more harm than good? There are winners and losers, as there is with all changes, but...
Published 02/29/24