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EP 291: Muley Monday with Scott Thompson

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Welcome to Muley Monday of The Rich Outdoors. Today we have one of the most under the radar killers out there. I think we say that a lot but I am pumped to chat with Scott because, in my opinion, Scott is one of the most Dynamic Mule deer hunters in the woods. It doesn’t seem to matter what weapon, what terrain, or what time of year Scott pulls buck after buck off the mountain or flats. In this episode Scott shares some great hunting stories and what separates him from the average hunter. Like most under the radar guys, Scott is almost too humble to tell you but we pull out some really good tips. I know I pulled a few things I hadn’t thought of out of the conversation. This was a great podcast for me as I think it re-affirms a few things that I needed fresh in the memory bank as I head off to find a buck at the tail of a hard storm.

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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.
Show Notes:
Meet Scott Thompson – 04:04
Scott’s NV Elk Experience – 04:45
Scott’s Background – 06:15
Time Scouting & Weather – 10:53
Importance of Stealth when Covering Ground – 15:33
Keys to Choosing Terrain – 20:17
Scent & Wind – 25:50
Hunting with Horses – 30:03
Scott’s Approach to Remaining 2018 Hunts – 34:16
Mistakes Being Made – 39:31
Story on Scott’s October Buck – 41:14
Late Season Hunts – 49:29
Scott on Ideal Days & Storms – 56:07
Scott’s Instagram – 58:26

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 290: 2018 Montana Hunt – Final Episode

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Well, the episode you have all been waiting for is finally here. First off, I want to thank all of you for following along on this little experiment of a new style of podcast. I think obviously we have a few kinks to work out and the audio will be much better in the future but it sounds like most of you really dig the play by play and random shenanigans that is my solo Montana hunt. Please leave a review on iTunes and tell me what you think and also how we could improve on this concept. This was a long hunt and honestly, I was starting to wonder how this podcast was going to turn out. Originally I thought the entire hunt might make up 1 60-90 minute episode but ended up being 4 60-90 minute episodes. Hope you guys enjoyed following along this archery season and again, please let me know if you would listen to more like this.
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 bows. 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
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.

This year I launched Backcountry Fuel Box, a monthly subscription box for backcountry meals, bars, snacks, guess, 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 288: Muley Monday with Joey Pyburn

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Welcome to Muley Monday! Today I am joined by a good buddy and total backcountry badass. Joey Pyburn has been on the podcast before to chat about elk hunting which he is no stranger to but I think if Joey had to pick his heart lies in chasing big bucks. As a hunter you grew up in a less than well known Mule Deer state Joey has learned to grind it out and find big bucks where most would think didn’t even exist. With a lifetime of experience under his belt, Joey has a ton to bring to the table as well as some great stories. Last year Joey and his hunting partner Ryan Lampers trekked into the unknown of the Idaho Wilderness to pull out two giant bucks. Listening to this story really makes me want to step it up and push a little harder this year and I hope it inspires you as well.

Today’s podcast brought to you by Solo Targets. Solo Targets are life-sized ultra-realistic 2D targets. I have been obsessed with the solo targets 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. I just got the new mule deer buck target and that thing is badass. The target alone will give you buck fever. We set it up in the field with just a small block target behind it which is such a realistic added pressure, if you don’t hit the vitals that arrow is gone. Just that added bit of pressure makes you really hone in on your target. head over to solotargets.com and use The Rich Outdoors code TRO to save 20% off your badass target system.

Whats up killers, you guys hear me talk about goHUNT all the time, but now is your chance to try it out for Free. GoHunt is running a limited time free trial. You will get full access to everything in goHUNT Insider for one month. You get full access to the best draw odds and the best draw odds system available. Full access to all of the insider gear and strategy articles, and much more. Now is your chance to test drive the awesome tool that everyone is talking about. This is perfect timing if you ended up not drawing any tags because now you can get free access to research and find some OTC hunts that still have serious potential. I have more tags than I have time for this year and that is all because of goHUNT, I highly recommend you take advantage of this limited time offer and sign up for your free 30-Trial. In order to get your free trial you must go to www.gohunt.com/tro there is no code so you have to GO HERE.

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.

Show Notes:
Introducing Joey Pyburn – Start
Seasons & Rut Tags – 0:06:25
Importance of Knowledge & Scouting – 0:08:55
How to Gain the Knowledge – 0:16:54
Going Deep & Still Staying Mobile – 0:20:02
Covering Ground & Looking for Sign – 0:28:30
Joey & Ryan Lampers Epic Hunt – 0:37:37
Hunting in Severe Weather – 0:56:35
Major Mistakes in October – 1:10:43
Joey’s Radio Program & Instagram – 1:18:50

 

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EP 287: 2018 Montana Elk Hunt – Part 3

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This Episode is Part 3 of 4 as I continue my Montana backcountry elk hunt. Make sure you download and listen to the epic final episode, Part 4, which will be released next Thursday, October 11th.

This episode is brought to you by GoWild the ultimate app for hunting, fishing and the outdoors. We Actually just had Brad and John from goWild on the show and had a blast getting to know those guys and getting a behind the scenes look at why they built the app and some of the really cool features within the app. The GoWild app has a ton of cool features but one of the coolest features is the proprietary new scoring system that allows you to enter in your trophies and be scored on much more than just the inches of antler. Their scoring algorithm takes into consideration things like the weapon used, distance of the shot, public or private land. This gives you the ability to compete with your buddies even if he shot his buck with a bow and you shot yours with a rifle. The app also allows you to log time for things like hours scouted, or checking trail cameras. The team over at goWild understands that it’s more than just how many inches of horn a buck has, it is about the whole experience. Go check out the episode we and then go download the app. Its free and the best part is they do a ton of gear giveaways all the time!

This episode is brought to you by On X maps. On X is such an awesome tool and 100% a must have. If you are hunting out west this year you need to have On X maps. Download the app and get yourself comfortable with it. I use my phone with the On X app constantly and exclusively. I love the ability to switch from topo to satellite, to hybrid mode to help me really see what the lay of the land looks like. I also love how all of my e-scouting points are right there and on my device when I am in the field scouting or hunting. On X is available in all 50 states and I can’t speak highly enough about this system, it is truly a must-have for me. Use the TRO promo code and get 20% off. go download it today and get yourself familiar with it before your hunt. www.onXmaps.com

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 286: 2018 Montana Elk Hunt – Part 2

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Follow along as I continue my Montana backcountry elk hunt. In this episode, I deal with annoying satellite bulls, fight the wind, talk about hunting with horses, and hike my butt off in pursuit of my target bull.

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.

Today’s Podcast brought to you by Elk 101’s University of Elk Hunting. The University of Elk Hunting is the most in-depth course on elk hunting you can find and it is all online. Corey Jacobsen, 10-time world champion elk caller, has put together the most in-depth, organized, breakdown of how to be a successful elk hunter. In addition to getting full access for an entire year you also get the UEH app so you can have all of the course knowledge at the palm of your hand. It’s like having hundreds and hundreds of podcast all organized and structured in one spot so you can refer back to and study up on. I highly recommend you invest in your knowledge and skills. it will pay off 10 fold in the long run. Sign up today and use code TRO10 to save 10% off your membership.

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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  • Today we have one of the most under the radar killers out there. I think we say that a lot but I am pumped to chat with Scott (@scotty_thomps) because, in my opinion, Scott is one of the most dynamic mule deer hunters in the woods. It doesn’t seem to matter what weapon, what terrain, or what time of year Scott pulls buck after buck off the mountain or flats. In this episode Scott shares some great hunting stories and what separates him from the average hunter. Like most under the radar guys, Scott is almost too humble to tell you but we pull out some really good tips. I know I pulled a few things I hadn’t thought of out of the conversation. This was a great podcast for me as I think it re-affirms a few things that I needed fresh in the memory bank as I head off to find a buck at the tail of a hard storm. . Thanks to sponsors @gohunt @solotargets and @backcountryfuel . #muledeerhunting #muleymonday #muleyfreak #deerhunting #huntingstories

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