The Rich Outdoors

Crazy Hunting Adventures with Rusty Smith

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EP 604: Rusty Smith, Crazy Hunting Adventures
Hey everyone, Cody Rich here. Buckle up, because this week, we’re diving deep into Alaskan adventures with Rusty Smith! Fresh off an unforgettable caribou hunt with his pal Russ Meyers, Rusty paints the surreal picture of the Alaskan wilderness and its magnetic allure. Ever thought an expedition hunt was out of your budget? Think again. We chat about the hidden affordability of such hunts and why it’s a must-add to your hunting bucket list.

But that’s not all. Rusty opens up about an inspiring two-year mountain lion hunt, an expedition uniquely tailored for a disabled friend. It’s stories like these that underline the heart and soul of hunting — going beyond the hunt itself to create memories and fulfill dreams.

Hold onto your hats because Rusty also reminisces about that one epic day: a mammoth buck and a majestic bull, both down within 40 yards and just moments apart. Only with a bow! It’s tales like these that keep us hunters dreaming.

As the new season lurks around the corner, our excitement is palpable. Whether you’re gearing up for your first hunt or your fiftieth, there’s an unmatched joy in immersing yourself in the woods. Let’s dive in and keep the hunting spirit alive! 🏹🌲🦌

Feeling the elk-season buzz? Can’t get enough of podcasts like this one? You’re in for a treat. Check out ‘Wapiti Wednesday’ on our Patreon for an avalanche of elk hunting podcasts. Oh, and these aren’t just your run-of-the-mill campfire tales. We’re diving deep and spilling secrets too juicy for mainstream channels. For a mere 5 bucks, you’ll unlock a treasure trove of candid interviews.
Now, if you’re itching to elevate your 2023 hunt game, look no further than my ‘Elk Hunt 201′ course. Discover a sleek, 4-step system to sharpen your hunting prowess. Tired of courses that drone on without end? We’re with you. We’ve ditched the fluff to give you a streamlined, kick-ass guide in a fraction of the time. Bonus: there’s an audio version perfect for your trek to elk camp.
So, quit dawdling and hop on board. Equip your mind for the hunt and make this year your elk-epic adventure. Sign up now—unless, of course, you like being unprepared.

This episode is brought to you by Range Meal Bars if you are backpack hunting this year,  you need to check out Range meal bars. Each bar is barely bigger than a deck of card and is 700 calories. At 123 calories per range meal cars are the perfect ultra light fuel for your backcountry adventures.
Started by a graduate of Montana State University range bars are all natural, high quality with clean ingredients. They currently have two flavors chocolate peanut butter coffee and molasses, ginger sea-salt. My go to is molasses ginger. Order today and they will ship right to your door. “Range Meal Bars is offering a killer 20% off deal for listers of The Rich Outdoors. Just apply discount code TRO at checkout. That gets you bars for $4.66 each, which is more than twice the bang for your buck compared to most other freeze dried or dehydrated foods. This offer won’t last long so don’t wait.” Shop Range
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What Would You Have Done? Hunting Etiquette, Stories, and More with Ben Dettamanti

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EP 603: Ben Dettamanti

In this episode, I got the chance to catch up with an old hunting buddy, diving deep into what hunting truly means to us. We reminisced about how out-of-shape the start of the season can make us feel, laughing at our own hunting fitness—or sometimes the lack of it. But then, things took a turn for the serious when we got into a mule deer hunt down in southern Utah. Now, this wasn’t just any hunt. This was about the ‘inline buck,’ a deer that’s driven one of us near obsession. It’s the kind of story that will take you right there on the ridge with us, where a single shot not only decides the fate of a hunt but also makes us question the unspoken rules of hunting. This isn’t just a hunting story; it’s about grit, respect, and the rollercoaster of emotions that come with chasing a dream.

Feeling the elk-season buzz? Can’t get enough of podcasts like this one? You’re in for a treat. Check out ‘Wapiti Wednesday’ on our Patreon for an avalanche of elk hunting podcasts. Oh, and these aren’t just your run-of-the-mill campfire tales. We’re diving deep and spilling secrets too juicy for mainstream channels. For a mere 5 bucks, you’ll unlock a treasure trove of candid interviews.
Now, if you’re itching to elevate your 2023 hunt game, look no further than my ‘Elk Hunt 201′ course. Discover a sleek, 4-step system to sharpen your hunting prowess. Tired of courses that drone on without end? We’re with you. We’ve ditched the fluff to give you a streamlined, kick-ass guide in a fraction of the time. Bonus: there’s an audio version perfect for your trek to elk camp.
So, quit dawdling and hop on board. Equip your mind for the hunt and make this year your elk-epic adventure. Sign up now—unless, of course, you like being unprepared.
This episode is brought to you by onX Hunt the best hunting maps out there.

Speaking of onX we put together a free e-scouting video series over on the onX Hunt YouTube channel. This series is basically a full e-scouting course and goes through my entire e-scouting system using on X Hunt. It’s broken into 4 video and will go through the tools I use, building a target package, what I call explore and discover, and then building your actual hunt plan. It now live over on their YouTube channel  so go check it out.

This episode is brought to you by Range Meal Bars if you are backpack hunting this year,  you need to check out Range meal bars. Each bar is barely bigger than a deck of card and is 700 calories. At 123 caloires per range meal cars are the perfect ultra light fuel for your backcountry adventures.
Started by a graduate of Montana State University range bars are all natural, high quality with clean ingredients. They currently have two flavors chocolate peanut butter coffee and molasses, ginger sea-salt. My go to is molasses ginger. Order today and they will ship right to your door. “Range Meal Bars is offering a killer 20% off deal for listers of The Rich Outdoors. Just apply discount code TRO at checkout. That gets you bars for $4.66 each, which is more than twice the bang for your buck compared to most other freeze dried or dehydrated foods. This offer won’t last long so don’t wait.” Shop Range

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Chasing the Bull of a Lifetime with Tony Trietch

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EP 602: Chasing the Bull of a Lifetime with Tony Trietch 

This week on the podcast, with the fervor of elk hunting very fresh in my thoughts, we plunge into the wild world of elk hunting alongside my dear friend, Tony Trietch. For Tony, the allure of the hunt isn’t just a seasonal pastime – he’s molded his life to allow for almost an entire fall of uninterrupted hunting. This unique lifestyle grants him countless days in pursuit of elk. Over the past few years, he’s marked Nevada and Colorado as his prime hunting grounds, and in this episode, we journey with him through some of his most memorable expeditions there. Dive in for some invaluable tactics, firsthand insights, and lessons from the field. Despite Tony’s self-proclaimed non-expertise in calling, his knack leans towards the spot-and-stalk hunting style, a shift from his earlier mule deer days. Together, we dissect Tony’s refined system and daily routine, unlocking the secrets to his consistent successes, year after year.

Feeling the elk-season buzz? Can’t get enough of podcasts like this one? You’re in for a treat. Check out ‘Wapiti Wednesday’ on our Patreon for an avalanche of elk hunting podcasts. Oh, and these aren’t just your run-of-the-mill campfire tales. We’re diving deep and spilling secrets too juicy for mainstream channels. For a mere 5 bucks, you’ll unlock a treasure trove of candid interviews.

Now, if you’re itching to elevate your 2023 hunt game, look no further than my ‘Elk Hunt 201′ course. Discover a sleek, 4-step system to sharpen your hunting prowess. Tired of courses that drone on without end? We’re with you. We’ve ditched the fluff to give you a streamlined, kick-ass guide in a fraction of the time. Bonus: there’s an audio version perfect for your trek to elk camp.

So, quit dawdling and hop on board. Equip your mind for the hunt and make this year your elk-epic adventure. Sign up now—unless, of course, you like being unprepared.

This episode is brought to you by onX Hunt the best hunting maps out there.
Speaking of onX we put together a free e-scouting video series over on the onX Hunt YouTube channel. This series is basicly a full e-scouting course and goes through my entire e-scouting system using on X Hunt. It’s broken into 4 video and will go through the tools I use, building a target package, what I call explore and discover, and then building your actual hunt plan. It now live over on their YouTube channel  so go check it out.

This podcast is brought to you by Tricer USA they make gear that is Fast, Light and Simple.
Just got the Tricer BC Tripod and this thing is a dream. This is the lightest tripod I have owned feels purpose built for how I use a tripod as a hunter. I just want to say this thing is beefy as heck, don’t get it twisted just because it’s light doesn’t mean it chensy. Tricer Made one of the biggest innovations I have ever seen on a tripod and once you see it make so much sense. The legs are thicker at the base which give it a super stable base. The New BC and AC Tripods are shipping now so go get your hands on one before season. Use the Code TRO and save 10% TricerUSA.com TricerUSA Fast, Light, Simple.

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Epic Elk Stories with Mark Nichols

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EP 601: Epic Elk Stories with Mark Nichols
This week’s podcast features a special guest, Mark Nichols, who is a beloved figure among our listeners and a masterful storyteller. I had the pleasure of sitting down with Mark to celebrate his 63rd birthday and to delve into some truly incredible elk hunting tales from the previous season.

Mark possesses remarkable skills as an elk hunter, having successfully lured in countless elk for himself and his friends over the years. Unfortunately, last year brought a bittersweet twist for Mark’s close friend and hunting companion, Dick. They had been striving for years to achieve an archery bull victory, and in 2022, their hopes came tantalizingly close to realization. However, their dreams were dashed at the last moment, as Dick came within mere feet of encountering the elk of a lifetime, only to see it all fall apart. Tune in to the podcast to hear this gripping story unfold, along with many other exciting escapades from their 2022 elk hunting season.

During our conversation, we also delve into how Mark manages to embark on adventures like fishing trips in Mexico and Alaska, and how he devotes himself to hunting throughout the elk season year after year. Mark shares valuable insights on the importance of devising a life plan and being willing to make sacrifices in order to attain your goals. His advice underscores the significance of having a clear path forward and the determination to make the necessary trade-offs to realize your aspirations.

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A Startup Bringing More Hunting Opportunity – Nic De Castro of Land Trust

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EP 600: Nic De Castro of Land Trust
This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Nic De Castro, the visionary founder of Land Trust, often dubbed the “Airbnb of hunting land” and a platform with a lot more to offer. As entrepreneurs, we delved deep into the fascinating journey of building Land Trust and the origins of this ingenious idea.

During our conversation, we explored the multitude of challenges that Nic and his team encountered while shaping Land Trust into the incredible platform it is today. One of the key topics we explored was the intricacies of establishing a successful network-based business and the hurdles they had to overcome to foster growth and connectivity.

Beyond its hunting land roots, we also discussed Land Trust’s ambitious plans to diversify and expand into various other areas. However, at its core, Nic emphasized that they envision themselves as dedicated partners with countless remarkable family farms across the country. This shared partnership approach is what sets them apart and brings a unique, heartwarming dimension to their business model.

Our candid discussion shed light on the passion and dedication driving Land Trust, and I left the conversation inspired by Nic’s entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to building something truly exceptional.

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