The Rich Outdoors

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EP 303: Once in a Lifetime with Justin Helvik

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Justin Helvik (@jhelvik) is one of the first guys I met when I moved to Bozeman last year. We hit it off both being from small farming communities and immediately started chatting about elk hunting, hound hunting, and even Justin’s passion for climbing mountains. We had actually planned a trip this past summer to climb Granite Peak here in Montana until one of us drew a limited entry sheep tag and screwed that all up. After just having a limited entry Mountain Goat tag the year Justin was lucky enough to pull his sheep tag as well. It would be impossible to be bitter about Justin drawing back to back “treasure species” tags or even all three “treasure species” in under 6 years, but Justin is one of the nicest most humble guys you will ever meet. In this episode, we discuss a lot about those hunts and how they have opened his eyes to truly why he hunts. Having to answer some hard questions about why you need to hunt a bighorn sheep at all, Justin and I share very similar thoughts on why we need to push ourselves more and more. Justin also shares, stories of Grizzly encounters, mountain rappelling, 20,000 ft mountains, waist deep snow on goat hunts, and so much more. One of my favorite podcasts I have done in a while.

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Show Notes:
Meet Principal Justin Helvik – 0:03:11
View on Hunting Growing Up – 0:05:53
Why Hunt? – 0:12:26
Justins Ecuador Mountain Climb – 0:21:05
2 Once in a Lifetime Tags – 0:25:57
A Rappelling Story – 0:29:09
Justin’s Goat Hunt – 0:34:37
Bitter Sweet Success – 0:43:51
Sheep Tag & Scouting – 0:49:14
The Hunt: Hans & Frans – 1:01:20
Time, Priorities, & Excuses – 1:09:59
Outlook on Size & Lesson Learned – 1:14:05
Advice to Younger Self – 1:21:35
Justin’s Instagram & Pics – 1:24:41

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EP 302: Muley Monday with Ryan Lampers

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Ryan Lampers might just be the best public land mule deer hunter on the mountain these days though you would never hear him even remotely say so himself. Ryan is as consistent as they come and just happens to “get lucky” on every hunt. Ryan’s luck comes in the form of a perfect combination of hard work and persistence. In this episode, I try to crack into what makes Ryan so successful hunt after hunt and year after year. With three bomber bucks already in the freezer, this year and one more tag to fill Lampers has the skills to get it done from early season through late. One of the things I have picked up from Ryan is that he can read the lay of map better than most and just knows where to find those big bucks that nobody has messed with.

This episode is brought to you by On X maps. On X is such an awesome tool and 100% a must have. There are so many great features on the onX maps app. First off the OnX Maps works without service. Let me say that again you do not need service to have badass maps right on your phone and the GPS works with no service or in airplane mode. I think so many people are confused by that. Its magic folks it just works. One of the cool ways I have been using my OnX maps this season is that every time I come across a heavy elk trail or cattle trail, I turn on my “Tracker” which basically tracks wherever I go. Then I just follow that trail on my way out and hit save. this records various trails all over the mountain that I can have for later. Now, say next year I get into a screaming bull on that same hillside I can look at my onX and see hey there’s a trail that runs right across this face over to him. It seems like every year I would think to myself, “I know there is a trail around here somewhere” now I have all of that info saved to my phone. Use the TRO promo code when you sign up or even just renew your account and get 20% off. www.onXmaps.com or at your favorite app store.

Hey guys and gals, this is your final warning. I don’t want to hear any whining or complaining that you missed this when it is gone. This is your final opportunity to get try out goHUNT.com Insider for free. The free trial almost over, so if you want to see what everyone is raving about go check it out right now. GoHunt is by far and away one of my favorite tools and a must have in my opinion. I use goHunt religiously year around. From researching units to how to articles to grabbing last minute gear in the gear shop you need to be an Insider member. Do me a favor while the free trial is going on, which is not very long, head over sign up and check out the filtering 2.0 for 5 minutes. there are a ton of features to help you find better units and have more successful hunts. Head over to www.goHunt.com/tro to get your free trial.

Show Notes:
Ryan Lampers – Mule Deer Slayer – 0:03:47
Lampers Season Overview – 0:07:16
Feeling & Dealing with the Pressure – 0:08:35
What Ryan Struggles with – 0:12:17
When to Hold Em & When to Fold Em – 0:14:52
Getting Inside Ryans Mind – 0:21:55
What Ryan Looks For & His Approach – 0:28:53
Interpreting Tracks Season by Season – 0:34:37
Hunting When its Hot – 0:42:23
Late Season – Storms – 0:47:19
Importance of Finding Does – 0:51:49
Ryan’s New Films & Youtube Project – 1:02:29
Ryan’s Podcast – 1:04:37

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EP 300: Muley Monday with Henry Ferguson

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This episode is brought to you by On X maps. On X is such an awesome tool and 100% a must have. There are so many great features on the onX maps app. First off the OnX Maps works without service. Let me say that again you do not need service to have badass maps right on your phone and the GPS works with no service or in airplane mode. I think so many people are confused by that. Its magic folks it just works. One of the cool ways I have been using my OnX maps this season is that every time I come across a heavy elk trail or cattle trail, I turn on my “Tracker” which basically tracks wherever I go. Then I just follow that trail on my way out and hit save. this records various trails all over the mountain that I can have for later. Now, say next year I get into a screaming bull on that same hillside I can look at my onX and see hey there’s a trail that runs right across this face over to him. It seems like every year I would think to myself, “I know there is a trail around here somewhere” now I have all of that info saved to my phone. Use the TRO promo code when you sign up or even just renew your account and get 20% off. www.onXmaps.com or at your favorite app store.

Hey guys and gals, this is your final warning. I don’t want to hear any whining or complaining that you missed this when it is gone. This is your final opportunity to get try out goHUNT.com Insider for free. The free trial almost over, so if you want to see what everyone is raving about go check it out right now. GoHunt is by far and away one of my favorite tools and a must have in my opinion. I use goHunt religiously year around. From researching units to how to articles to grabbing last minute gear in the gear shop you need to be an Insider member. Do me a favor while the free trial is going on, which is not very long, head over sign up and check out the filtering 2.0 for 5 minutes. there are a ton of features to help you find better units and have more successful hunts. Head over to www.goHunt.com/tro to get your free trial.
Show Notes:
Introductions – 0:04:21
Introducing & Teaching New Hunters – 0:08:21
Henry’s Love for Mule Deer – 0:17:24
Struggles After Shooting a Pope & Young Buck – 0:24:25
Creating Your Own “Secret Spot”- 0:28:11
Henry’s Ideal Areas – 0:30:54
Luneys Buck – 0:39:07
Prioritizing Passion – 0:58:30
Advice – 1:02:23

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EP 298: Wapiti Wednesday with Butch Bickler

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Wapiti Wednesday is brought to you by Phelps Game Calls. Phelps game calls are the best diaphragms out there. Even if you have tried to use diaphragm calls in the past but couldn’t, give Phelps AMP frame calls a try they are hands down the easiest calls to learn on. Also, the New “un-RIVAL-ed Bugle Tube” is out and available. The new tube packs a punch with great volume and tone, yet in a compact backcountry size. at only 4.5 ounces and 17.5” long this is ideal for guys packing in and not wanting the full-size bat. I am actually planning on rocking just the un-rival-ed tube this year on my Montana Hunt. Head over to PhelpsGameCalls.com fill your cart up with all the pretty colors and get Free Shipping with promo code TRO.

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Show Notes:
Butch’s Humbling Bowhunting Experience – 0:03:36
Are The Breaks Really Going Down Hill? – 0:07:04
Advice to Rifle Hunters New to Archery – 0:12:30
A Little Speed Goat Talk – 0:16:44
Montana Elk Opener – 0:21:57
Montana Late Season – 0:28:12
Butch’s Monster 2016 Season – 0:32:31
Advice for Younger Guys – 1:14:05
Approach Changes & Tag Strategy – 1:18:09

This year I launched Backcountry Fuel Box, a monthly subscription box for backcountry meals, bars, snacks, gues, and all kinds of great new products you have probably never heard of. It is a killer way to test out new options, or just save money by stashing each box for season. Check it out at backcountryfuelbox.com and save 10% with code TRO.

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EP 297: Muley Monday with Tony Trietch

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Today’s podcast brought to you by Solo Targets. Solo Targets are life-sized ultra-realistic 2D targets. I have been using the solo targets all season and love the realism of having to pick a spot on an animal and not just shoot a spot. With Solo Targets, you can turn any block target into a realistic hunting scenario for far cheaper than a 3D target. Honestly, I like the realism of the 2D targets overshooting a 3d Target. I also really like that all of the targets are actual life size target which really gives you a feel for looking at that animal at different yardages. Solo Targets offers a realistic target in everything from predators to bighorn sheep and my favorite real-life size elk. These targets are incredibly durable and have lasted me all season. these targets are made of a waterproof material so indoors or out you can shoot all year long.  head over to solotargets.com and use The Rich Outdoors code TRO to save 20% off your badass target system. This code won’t last long so if you want to give it a try order one now.

This podcast is brought to you by GoWild. GoWild is the hottest new app for hunting, fishing, and the outdoors. Really love what those guys are doing over there and they just have so much going on, they are growing so fast, really cool to see. One of the really cool features about GoWild is that you can log time for being in the outdoors and doing outdoor activities. Whether you are shooting your bow, checking trail cameras, or sitting in the stand, log your time on your GoWild account and earn points. In fact, you can Log time listening to the podcast. Over just the last couple months you guys have logged 68,914 minutes of listening to The Rich Outdoors. That is insane! This month GoWild is doing a special giving-away for logging time listening to The Rich Outdoors.  They are giving away a brand new fully set up bow. The bow is an Obsession Turmoil RZ which was selected as the 2017 Field & Stream Gear of the year for mid-priced bow. This thing is completely set up with trophy taker products all you need is a D loop put on. In order to be entered to win the Obsession Bow all you need to do is log time listening to The Rich Outdoors on the GoWilld app. if you are already a GoWild user just go where you would normally make a post, hit the plus sign and hit Log. It is really easy and if you aren’t a GoWilduser you better download the app ASAP and log some time listening to the podcast so you can win a brand new Obsession bow.

Show Notes:
Season Overview – 04:10
Season Highs & Lows – 09:05
Prioritizing Hunts & When to Move On – 18:14
Thinking Outside the Box – 30:06
Lessons Learned – 34:38
Tactic Changes – 40:43
Favorite Gear this Year – 46:50
Guilty Pleasure Gear – 51:08
Glass – 57:34

This year I launched Backcountry Fuel Box, a monthly subscription box for backcountry meals, bars, snacks, gues, and all kinds of great new products you have probably never heard of. It is a killer way to test out new options, or just save money by stashing each box for season. Check it out at backcountryfuelbox.com and save 10% with code TRO.

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