The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast
by Sportsmen's Empire · 259 episodes
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The Western Rookie Hunting Podcast is dedicated to those who are interested in becoming better western hunters. Elk hunting, mule deer hunting, antelope hunting and other western big game species will all be up for discussion in this educational and entertaining podcast. The guys will also discuss the logistics of western hunting along with the gear that you will need in order to be successful.
Latest episodes
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49 min
Blacktail: The Underrated Western Deer Hunt
Blacktail deer might be one of North America’s most underrated big-game hunts—and Mark Boardman is here to explain why. From Washington’s rugged high-country rifle hunts to the rai…
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1 h 01
Five Mile Mule Deer
Mule deer are Ethan Eskew’s obsession—but the real story is how he turns a full-time corporate job into a nearly year-round Western hunting routine. In this episode, Ethan and Dan…
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60 min
B.S. Session: Mule Deer
If you care about Western hunting, public-land strategy, or want to understand what makes mule deer so different from whitetails, this conversation is packed with insights.Dan J. t…
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52 min
Long Time Antelope Tags
Dan and Ken sit down to tackle the nuances of Alberta antelope hunting, from pre-hunt prep to field execution. After tagging out early this season, Ken shifts his focus to helping…
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55 min
20 Years Of Elk Hunting
Elk hunting is not about luck—it is about putting yourself in the right 200-yard bubble at the right time, with enough days left to make the moment count. Tim Kent breaks down near…
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58 min
Elk Success In Harsh Conditions
Colorado just changed the elk hunting game—and the next round of regulations could reshape how residents and non-residents chase tags, points, and opportunity. If you hunt the West…
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1 h 09
Mule Deer Foundation: State Of The Union
Mule deer are still the vanishing icon of the West, and if you care about public land hunting, this conversation explains exactly why. Greg Sheehan, CEO of the Mule Deer Foundation…
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1 h 07
Crossover: Mule Deer & Whitetails
Western Kansas can make you a better hunter - or break your ego fast. Travis Glassman reveals how he consistently patterns mature whitetails and mule deer in one of the toughest, f…
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53 min
Mule Deer Hunting Tips For Your Best Season
Antelope and mule deer don’t just test your shooting. They expose every mistake in your glassing, rangefinding, wind reading, patience, and ability to disappear into terrain withou…
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1 h 06
Elk Hunting Tips For Your Best Season
Most elk hunters make one costly mistake: they move too much, call too much, and blow out the very bulls they’re trying to hunt. Kurt from Western Obsession breaks down the smarter…
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56 min
Locating Elk: Next Level Scouting
Are you tired of unproductive hunts and wondering where the elk are hiding? Discover the game-changing strategies that seasoned elk hunter and expert scout Josh Sears uses to find…
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40 min
Mule Deer Hunting Advice From Bad Hunter
Most mule deer hunters overlook one of the most critical aspects of success: understanding the prairie ecosystem like a local. In this episode, Dan Johnson shares raw, real-world i…
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1 h 16
Intensive Care Nurse Goes Elk Hunting
Most nurses spend their careers avoiding the emotional toll of death — but Aaron Hepler has a different perspective. After 17 years in intensive care, he’s witnessed the unfiltered…
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1 h 06
Western B.S. Session
Most Western hunters get their priorities wrong — they chase small windows of opportunity with limited time and underestimating how pressure has reshaped elk behavior. Bryan Broder…
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54 min
Hunting Burns & Leftover Tags
Most of us overlook how wildfire and post-fire landscapes are prime hunting real estate—Jaden Bales reveals the surprising science behind how fires can actually boost your odds. If…
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1 h 07
From The Vault: Understanding Digital Mapping
This episode of The Western Rookie podcast focuses heavily on tactical e-scouting and mastering digital mapping techniques to maximize success in the field, specifically using the…
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52 min
From The Vault: Colorado Elk
From The Vault: On this episode, Dan has a great conversation with his long time friend, Adam Parr, about hunting elk and mule deer in Colorado. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz co…
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55 min
Elk & Western Whitetails
It’s time to rethink everything you thought you knew about western hunting — from deer behavior to elk scouting strategies, and even the realities of chasing big game at high altit…
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1 h 04
Lessons Learned From First Western Hunts
Discover the wild truth about chasing elk — not with perfect gear or endless time, but through overcoming mountain adversity and mental grit. If you're dreaming of your first Weste…
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57 min
Remote Scouting
Unlock the secrets of successful western hunting with a service that could change your entire season. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by Colorado's vast public lands or wondered ho…