This week Barklow joins me to talk about all kinds of stuff he knows very well, preparedness and survival. John Barklow has spent his life putting himself in nasty weather and mountainous conditions. He is no stranger to the good old fashion suffer-fest. In this podcast we cover a lot about altitude and how it can make or break a trip. We also cover some great frameworks for not only surviving but ultimately thriving in the mountains.

Barklow has been doing a huge favor to outdoorsman by publishing some great IGTV episodes breaking down so many ideas behind why one piece of gear over another. Do yourself a favor and go follow his IG account to learn some great woodsman-ship skills and also to just give yourself a deeper understanding of survival gear.

Show Notes:
Start – Bigfoot is Real – 02:22
Imposter Syndrome – 07:41
Framework of Teaching & Learning – 14:08
Passion is Key – 24:33
Preparing Yourself for Opportunities – 30:56
Gear Education & Options – 39:21
Adversity & Expectations, & Image – 47:47
Altitude: What You Need to Know – 1:01:18
Mitigating & Managing Risk – 1:18:53
John’s Story of Risk Asessment – 1:29:50
Closing Announcements – 1:36:00

Todays podcast brought to you by Argali Outdoors. Argali Outdoors just launch a really cool new product that I am stoked to tell you guys about. Argali makes amazing outdoor products like their lightweight knives and killer game bags, but now Brad and the team just launch a product that is truly revolutionary. Argali has created the ultimate backcountry hunting belt. They are calling it the Kodiak Belt and this thing is awesome. I am a huge fan of gear that does multiple jobs and that is exactly what this does. Meet the first belt that allows you to sharpen, shape, and hone your broad heads, knives and even fishing hooks. This is one of those genius designs that you see and instantly think. Why didn’t I think of that. Brad and the Argali crew knocked it out of the park with this product. The belt is a very low profile slim design that looks great for every day use to functional as backcountry gear. Pre order yours before they run out of stock. Use the Code TRO on anything in the Argali store and you will be entered to win a free Argali knife to be drawn at the end of June.

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Mike aka @michaeltmerrill is one of the most upbeat happy dudes I follow on any social media. I don’t know if the guy has ever had a bad day or not but he probably wouldn’t show it if he did.

Mike is a runner, he wasn’t born a runner in fact he told me there was a time when he very openly said he wasn’t running unless he was chasing a guy with a ball, or someone was chasing him with a ball. Mike found running as a way to improve his hunting ability. A funny thing happened though, it make much more than that. Michael has found a love of chasing hard things. seeking out misery if you will. Doing hard things has concreted his why both for hunting and for life.

In this podcast we tell some good pack-out stories, and we talk about how to improve mental toughness and grit. How a hunt is like a marathon not a sprint. I truly enjoyed this podcast and Michaels outlook on everything. The guy gets after it thats for sure!

Quick announcement before we get started:

The Wyoming Wildlife Federation is raffling a Wyoming Commissioner’s Tag. 

This tag gets you the choice of any 2021 limited quota elk, deer, or antelope hunt in the state of Wyoming. Truly a once-in-a-lifetime type hunt if you are not sitting on maximum preference points.

If you’re like me and just got an elk tag refund from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, take a little of that money and put it back into another shot for a dream tag. Plus, you support good conservation work while you’re at it.

The Wyoming Wildlife Federation works to put more animals on the ground and create more access for hunters, like helping pass the new Access YES! funding this year. An Access program that I have personally used on hunts.

 When you buy a Commissioner’s Tag raffle ticket, not only are you getting a chance at an amazing hunt but you are also helping fund great hunts for yourself and your kids in the future. 

Head over to WyomingWildlife.org by following the link in the show notes and and get your tickets to a once in a lifetime hunt while supporting a great org. Tickets are $57 for one or $100 for two.

Todays podcast brought to you by Argali Outdoors. Argali Outdoors just launch a really cool new product that I am stoked to tell you guys about. Argali makes amazing outdoor products like their lightweight knives and killer game bags, but now Brad and the team just launch a product that is truly revolutionary. Argali has created the ultimate backcountry hunting belt. They are calling it the Kodiak belt and this thing is awesome. I am a huge fan of gear that does multiple jobs and that is exactly what this does. Meet the first belt that allows you to sharpen, shape, and hone your broad heads, knives and even fishing hooks. This is one of those genius designs that you see and instantly think. Why didn’t I think of that! Brad and the Argali crew knocked it out of the park with this product. The belt is a very low profile slim design that looks great for every day use to functional as backcountry gear. Pre order yours before they run out of stock. Use the Code “TRO” on anything in the argali store and you will be entered to win a free Argali knife to be drawn at the end of June.

Show Notes:
Start – Meet Mike Merrill – 04:18
Mike’s Fitness Journey – 09:07
How to Maintain Your Drive – 17:21
Self Identity – 35:16
Late Season AZ Elk Hunt – 42:17
Finding Confidence & Mentors – 47:15
Attribution to Success & Finding Your Why – 59:06
Mike’s Nephew’s Bull – 1:05:39
Too Far Back & Tips for Time – 1:07:32
Closing Thoughts – 1:10:53
Where to Follow Mike – 1:14:12

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Whats up everybody! Happy Thursday. This week we go WAY deep on the entrepreneur geek speak. I loved this podcast, but I realize we may have gotten to far into the weeds. Please let me know how we are doing on these shows. I know you guys keep saying you love them but if this one got too deep please let me know.

Kendall is just a good human not to mention a rockstar business person. Most of you have probably never heard of him but Kendall is a huge reason that Crispi Boots are so big in the US. He also built Black Ovis and Camofire.com just to name a few. Kendall and I always catch up at trade show but this year that never happened. It was fun to catch up but also deep dive into some of the big decisions that have helped him reach the level of success he has.

We talk about partnerships, taking risk and even a bit of hunting. This podcast was really good. I hope you all enjoy!

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This week I am joined by Tyler Boschma a badass mountain hunter who is definitely not afraid to push the limits and seek out adventure. Tyler actually go into mountain hunting later in life and of all things one of the early hunts that created the monster was striking out on a sheep hunt. While stationed in AK with the Air Force Tyler figured he should probably do some sheep hunting. He did find success and like a lot of us the absolute grind of a hunt is what brought him back for more.

In this podcast Tyler shares some great stories for his adventures from solo sheep hunts to finding a dead walrus. We also cover some Elk hunting in montana and adventures in the lower 48.

Show Notes: 
Start – Big Game Hunting in AK – 02:25
The Sheep Bug & Tyler’s First Hunt – 07:49
Most Memorable Moment of Hunt – 21:47
Hunt Raffle Win & Unlimited Sheep Hunt – 24:50
Planning for the Future & Family – 38:29
Adventure Hunts & Elk Hunting – 47:23
The Walrus! – 54:56
NW Mountain Challenge Shoot – 1:09:06

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This week I catch up with my good buddy Ty Leary. Ty is a great entrepreneur and a hell of a hunter. Ty is one of the people I look to help myself become a better entrepreneur and all around human. In this podcast we dive into work life balance, the ever evolving question for us as we are both very driven while also trying to be aware and present within life. Ty recently booked his dream hunt of an Alaskan Brown bear and we talk about his upcoming plans. My biggest takeaways from this conversation could seem at at odds with each other. On one hand you have to set your dreams in motion and work like a mad man to get them, but also don’t be in a hurry. Remember there is something to be learned and taken from in everything you do.

This podcast brought to you by our good friends at On X Maps. Not only is On X a must have for western big game hunting and a must have for me when it comes to scouting, but On X has launched some really cool features this year that are going to help you out tremendously. On X is my go-to fore e-scouting I love the fact that I can go through my e-scout routine on my computer finding primary areas, secondary areas, routes, and mark everything from glassing locations to feed areas, water, you name it. The best part is that all of that homework I do this time of year is automatically in my phone when I start scouting or even hunting. On X recently launched 3d which gives you the ability to really look at your are without so much bouncing back and forth with google earth. This gives me the ability to more accurately determine glassing points travel routes, and so many terrain features you just can’t see in topo. Check out some of these cool new features from On X and give them a try, it just might make you a more successful hunter. Use the TRO code when you renew your membership and save 20%.

Show Notes: 
Start – Current Career – 0:03
Dream Jobs & Exit Strategies – :15
Setting Goals & Maintaining Dreams – 0:31
Mentorship & School of Hard Knocks – 0:44
Solo Hunting to Face Your Fears – 0:51
Bear Hunting & The Generalist – 1:00
High Altitude Elk – 1:10
Ty Gets Charged by Grizzly Twice – 1:20

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