Backcountry Rookies

Testing Gear on Scouting Trips – Jaden Bales

This week I have Jaden Bales on the podcast to talk about a recent article he wrote about Tester Trips, most call the scouting trips, but Jaden has a different take on this.  He calls them Tester Trips because this is the time of year you want to get out and test everything from your legs and lungs to your gear and techniques. We talk about some of the gear he has been test this spring and some of the things I have been tweaking.  This is a fun show.  Check it out.

 HUNT WEST

https://huntwest.net

Instagram - @huntswest

Jaden Bales Instagram - @jadenbales

BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIES

@backcountryrookies

OUT OF STATE HUNTER

@outofstatehunter

KODIAK CANVAS

Use the code Rookies and Save 15% off any Kodiak Canvas brand items on the website, now through July 31, 2023

https://www.kodiakcanvas.com

 OUTDOORCLASS

Save 20% on the best hunting education platform out there!  Use the code ROOKIES today and start the course

https://www.outdoorclass.com

GOHUNT 

Use the code ROOKIES when you become an Insider or Explorer and get GOHUNT Gear Shop Credit

https://www.gohunt.com

GOHUNT Historical Imagery – Brandon Evans

This week we are talking about the brand new Historical Imagery feature on GOHUNT maps.  I have Brandon Evans on the show to walk us through this awesome new tool and why you need it.  Go back in time in you hunting units so you can see how the landscape has changed!

GOHUNT

Use the code ROOKIES when you become an Insider or Explorer and get GOHUNT Gear Shop Credit

https://www.gohunt.com

BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIES

@backcountryrookies

OUT OF STATE HUNTER

@outofstatehunter

KODIAK CANVAS

Use the code Rookies and Save 15% off any Kodiak Canvas brand items on the website

https://www.kodiakcanvas.com

OUTDOORCLASS

Save 20% on the best hunting education platform out there!  Use the code ROOKIES today and start the course

https://www.outdoorclass.com

First Aid Kits with John Barklow

This week I have John Barklow on the show to discuss first aid kits.  You may remember I had John on a few shows back and he was not impressed with my first aid kit that I had in my pack.  I had John on this show to specifically talk about what the necessities are to keep with you in your pack for first aid.  This is one you want to listen to and make sure your hunting partners listen to. 

BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIES

@backcountryrookies

OUT OF STATE HUNTER

@outofstatehunter

KODIAK CANVAS

Use the code Rookies and Save 15% off any Kodiak Canvas brand items on the website

https://www.kodiakcanvas.com

 OUTDOORCLASS

Save 20% on the best hunting education platform out there!  Use the code ROOKIES today and start the course

https://www.outdoorclass.com

GOHUNT 

Use the code ROOKIES when you become an Insider or Explorer and get GOHUNT Gear Shop Credit

https://www.gohunt.com

Packing Heavy For Basecamp Hunting – Chad and Dan

This week Daniel and I take a different approach from last week’s show.  This week we talk about packing the trucks for the long haul and setting up or day packs.  You don’t have to be an ultralight backpack hunter to tackle the mountains.  Daniel and I talk about how we base camp, have fun at a basecamp, and get it done with a base camp.  You will enjoy this one!

 BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIES

@backcountryrookies

OUT OF STATE HUNTER

@outofstatehunter

KODIAK CANVAS

Use the code Rookies and Save 15% off any Kodiak Canvas brand items on the website

https://www.kodiakcanvas.com

OUTDOORCLASS

Save 20% on the best hunting education platform out there!  Use the code ROOKIES today and start the course

https://www.outdoorclass.com

GOHUNT 

Use the code ROOKIES when you become an Insider or Explorer and get GOHUNT Gear Shop Credit

https://www.gohunt.com

Talking Lightweight Gear with Brady Miller

This week I had the opportunity to talk with Brady Miller from GOHUNT about his recent bear hunt and the adventure he was on.  We also talked in depth about packing light and what Brady has in his pack all the time, ready to go.  Brady is a true lightweight gear guy so if you’re interested in going light weight, check this show out!

GOHUNT

Use the code ROOKIES when you become an Insider or Explorer and get GOHUNT Gear Shop Credit

https://www.gohunt.com

BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIES

@backcountryrookies

OUT OF STATE HUNTER

@outofstatehunter

KODIAK CANVAS

Use the code Rookies and Save 15% off any Kodiak Canvas brand items on the website

https://www.kodiakcanvas.com

Exo Mountain Gear K4 With The Guys From Exo - Steve and Mark

Thinking about a new backpack?  This might be the show for you.  Today I have on Steve and Mark from Exo Mountain Gear, and we talk about the new K4 backpack.  We don’t just talk about the K4, we cover a lot of great topics from what changed from the K3 to what it takes to design a new pack and even what it’s like testing a new product.  These guys don’t hold back.  They are an open book and share a lot of details.  Enjoy

 EXO MOUNTAIN GEAR

https://exomtngear.com

KODIAK CANVAS

Use the code Rookies and Save 15% off any Kodiak Canvas brand items on the website

https://www.kodiakcanvas.com

GOHUNT

Use the code ROOKIES when you become an Insider or Explorer and get GOHUNT Gear Shop Credit

https://www.gohunt.com

BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIES

@backcountryrookies

OUT OF STATE HUNTER

@outofstatehunter

New Gear In The GOHUNT Gear Shop – Bryan Campos and Jared Pierce

If you like hunting gear then this show is for you.  I have Bryan and Jared from GOHUNT on the show to talk about some of the new gear and brands that are on the shelves in the GOHUNT warehouse waiting for you to buy.  The GOHUNT Gear Shop is always growing and adding new brands, so I wanted the heard from the guys what they have.  Lots of great new brands.  Check it out!  Remember, if you use the code ROOKIES at checkout you can save 10% on most items in the shop! 

GOHUNT GEAR SHOP

https://shop.gohunt.com

BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIES

@backcountryrookies

Multi-Use Equipment and Lightweight Tents with Brad Brooks of Argali

This week I have Brad Brooks from Argali on, and we talk about some of the great new products Brad has developed.  From shelters to belts we talk about it on this show.  Brad talks about the meticulous development process that goes into each piece of gear he makes and how many of them are multipurpose items like the belt that is also a knife sharpener or his trekking pole that can be used as a monopod for glassing.  Pay close attention because Brad drops a new product on the show.  Argali makes some great gear, check out the website to view the products. 

ARGALI OUTDOORS

Website - https://argalioutdoors.com

BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIES

@backcountryrookies

OUT OF STATE HUNTER

@outofstatehunter

GOHUNT

Use the code ROOKIES when you become an Insider or Explorer and get GOHUNT Gear Shop Credit

https://www.gohunt.com

What Makes a Kodiak Canvas Tent So Great? – Aaron Hill

This week I have Aaron Hill from Kodiak Canvas on the podcast.  I have been a Kodiak user for a few years now and I haven’t looked back since the day I bought mine.  I am very excited to have these guys on to talk about the history of Kodiak Canvas and hear about their journey.  If you interested in comfortable camping, this is the answer!  Check out Kodiak Canvas and from now until July 30 you can save 15% with the code Rookies.

KODIAK CANVAS

Website - https://www.kodiakcanvas.com

SPECIAL DISCOUNT - Until July 30, save 15% on Kodiak Canvas products with the code Rookies!

BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIES

@backcountryrookies

OUT OF STATE HUNTER

@outofstatehunter

GOHUNT

Use the code ROOKIES when you become an Insider or Explorer and get GOHUNT Gear Shop Credit

https://www.gohunt.com

This week I wanted to touch base an let the listeners know what will be coming up over the next month or two.  I plan to go gear heavy and talk about a lot of gear that can be useful, from basecamp to ultra lightweight.  Ill also be hitting topics that will help you be more prepared for your western hunts.  This is a quick run down of whats to come.

Pronghorn Antelope Hunting – Randy Newberg

This week I have on Randy Newberg on the podcast to talk about his new Pronghorn Antelope Hunting course on OutdoorClass.  Randy has spent a lot of time in the field hunting or helping hunters chase pronghorn and now he has all the knowledge in one place on OutdoorClass.  Randy share information on a wide breadth of topics for the history of American pronghorn to rifle and archery tactics.  On this podcast we touch on a few but we leave a lot to be discovered in the course.  Use the code ROOKIES when you sign up for OutdoorClass and save $20.

OutdoorClass 

Save 20% on the best hunting education platform out there!  Use the code ROOKIES today and start the course

https://www.outdoorclass.com

BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIES

@backcountryrookies

OUT OF STATE HUNTER

@outofstatehunter

GOHUNT

Use the code ROOKIES when you become an Insider or Explorer and get GOHUNT Gear Shop Credit

https://www.gohunt.com

This week I have my buddy Vince Aguilar to talk about his recent barbary sheep hunt in Texas with West Texas Hunt Organization.  This was a last minute decision to head out to west Texas and it paid off.  Sounds like a great hunt!  Thanks for sharing the story, Vince.

Vince Aguilar

@vincent_aguilar_31

West Texas Hunt Organization

https://www.westtexashunt.com

@westtexashuntorg

Backcountry Mission Planning - John Barklow

This week I have on John Barklow to talk about his new Backcountry Mission Planning Course on OutdoorClass.  John created an excellent course from start to finish that is sure to help educate rookies as well as veterans and everyone in between.  John covers topics like physical and mental training for the mountain, route planning, altitude safety, backcountry weather, hydration and much, much more.  Don’t miss this one!

 John Barklow

Instagram - @jbarklow

Knowledge From Storms - @knowledge_from_storms

Website - https://knowledgefromstorms.com

YouTube - Knowledge From Storms

OutdoorClass 

Save 20% on the best hunting education platform out there!  Use the code ROOKIES today and start the course

https://www.outdoorclass.com

BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIES

@backcountryrookies

OUT OF STATE HUNTER

@outofstatehunter

GOHUNT 

Use the code ROOKIES when you become an Insider or Explorer and get GOHUNT Gear Shop Credit

https://www.gohunt.com

The Rookie Years – Brady Miller

This week I have Brady Miller on the show to talk about his “Rookie Years”!  Brady is a great guest, and he shares some stories about how he made his way out west and how he became addicted to mule deer.  He shares a couple of his favorite stories like his first mule deer and his favorite hunts.  Enjoy the show!

Check out the GOHUNT YouTube page to find some films from the hunts we talk about in the podcast

GOHUNT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@GOHUNT

OutdoorClass - Save 20% on the best hunting education platform out there!  Use the code ROOKIES today and start the course

https://www.outdoorclass.com

GOHUNT Insider 

https://www.gohunt.com

COMMUNICATION - Chad Ryker

This week’s show is all about communication and why it’s important.  Communicating with your significant other, hunting partners, kids or maybe even work about your plans can really change the dynamic of a hunt.  If everyone knows the plan and what your intentions are before you apply or before you head out for the hunt your experience will be ten times better.  Give this one a listen! 

BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIES

@backcountryrookies 

OUT OF STATE HUNTER

@outofstatehunter

GOHUNT 

Use the code ROOKIES when you become an Insider or Explorer and get GOHUNT Gear Shop Credit

https://www.gohunt.com

OutdoorClass 

Save 20% on the best hunting education platform out there!  Use the code ROOKIES today and start the course

https://www.outdoorclass.com

Back At It!  First Show of 2023 - Chad Ryker

This is the first Backcountry Rookies show of 2023 and I am excited to be back at it.  After a short break I hopped back on the microphone and recorded a what you can expect for this year podcast.  Enjoy and there is a lot more great shows coming this year!

BACKCOUNTRY ROOKIES

@backcountryrookies

OUT OF STATE HUNTER

@outofstatehunter

GOHUNT

Use the code ROOKIES when you become an Insider or Explorer and get GOHUNT Gear Shop Credit

https://www.gohunt.com

OutdoorClass 

Save 20% on the best hunting education platform out there!  Use the code ROOKIES today and start the course

https://www.outdoorclass.com

Dans New Mexico Deer Hunt, Day by Day - Dan, CJ, and Chad

The day by day roll up of Daniels New Mexico deer hunt.  We sat down every evening after a full day of hunting and did a short recap of the day. This is a fun way to record a hunt.  You get the in the moment thoughts and more accurate descriptions of the events.  After the hunt was over, we all got together on a Zoom call to hear the wrap up. 

Daniel Porter

@dtp1029

 CJ Steffen

@cjhunts_alot

GOHUNT

Use the code ROOKIES when you become an Insider or Explorer and get GOHUNT Gear Shop Credit

https://www.gohunt.com

OutdoorClass 

Save 20% on the best hunting education platform out there!  Use the code ROOKIES today and start the course

https://www.outdoorclass.com

Wrapping Up The Year, 2022 – Chad Ryker

This is the end of the year 2022 show.  I can’t believe another year has cruised by.  On this show I talk about the hunts that I had this year and go a little more in depth about the hunt than I have in the past.  I also cover some of the gear that I used this year from new stuff that I like but haven’t had a lot of time with to the ole tried and true stuff that I use year after year.  I start to wrap up this show with my plans for next year and what I need to work on to improve for 2023.  Last, I spend some time introducing a new podcast that I am kicking off in 2023 called Out of State Hunter.  If you want to know more about that then you want to listen to this show or follow along @outofstatehunter on Instagram

OUT OF STATE HUNTER

Instagram - @outofstatehunter

Website Coming Soon – outofstatehunter.com

Youtube Coming Soon – Out Of State Hunter

GOHUNT

Use the code ROOKIES when you become an Insider or Explorer and get GOHUNT Gear Shop Credit

https://www.gohunt.com

OutdoorClass 

Save 20% on the best hunting education platform out there!  Use the code ROOKIES today and start the course

https://www.outdoorclass.com

Stailey Brothers Hunting Adventure with Jordan and Jason Stailey

This episode is full of awesome!  Jordan and Jason Stailey are on to talk about hunting elk in the Gila Mountains and the adventure they had this year.  It sounds like an amazing hunt that was full of excitement from start to finish.  Enjoy this one!

GOHUNT

Use the code ROOKIES when you become an Insider or Explorer and get GOHUNT Gear Shop Credit

https://www.gohunt.com

OutdoorClass 

Save 20% on the best hunting education platform out there!  Use the code ROOKIES today and start the course

https://www.outdoorclass.com

What Happened To The Hunting Season? - Chad, CJ and Dan

This week Chad records a show with his good friends CJ Steffen and Daniel Porter.  These guys talk about the crazy hunting season they all had and how it all turned out.  It was a great hunting season, and you won’t want to miss this episode!  Spoiler alert – There is still one hunt to go!  Enjoy!

CJ Steffen - @cjhunts_alot

Daniel Porter - @dtp1029

Chad - @backcountryrookies

GOHUNT

Use the code ROOKIES when you become an Insider or Explorer and get GOHUNT Gear Shop Credit

https://www.gohunt.com

OutdoorClass 

Save 20% on the best hunting education platform out there!  Use the code ROOKIES today and start the course

https://www.outdoorclass.com