Hunt the West is a podcast with the weekend warrior in mind. I'm your host, Skyler Harrison: just a regular guy with a day job, a family, and a limited budget. If you're like me, you don’t have thousands of dollars and unlimited vacation time to spend in the woods so you need to make it count. There’s so much more to hunting than antlers and points and we talk about it all. Learn the nuances of wildlife conservation and public lands so you can have an educated conversation with non-hunters and hunters alike. The number one goal is to get out and hunt! By getting informed about everything in the hunting world, you’ll be better equipped to take on challenges in the field. Get subscribed and get out there and Hunt the West.
#030 - My First Turkey Hunt was a success because I managed my expectations and my goals before I went into the field. It was a lot of fun and I accomplished my goals.
Do something hard that will str…
#029 - Win the battles of the mind by developing mental toughness daily. Do something difficult! It will help you develop toughness for the difficult times on the mountain.
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#028 - Turkey hunting is something I know very little about. That's why we have the guys from Emagine Outdoors on the podcast to talk about all things turkey hunting for beginners. Western turkey hun…
#027 - This is a detailed explanation of mule deer behavior throughout each month of the year and how it will help you as a hunter. Knowing this stuff can be key to understanding how to hunt mule dee…
#026 - Coronavirus is a tiny, microscopic thing that is changing the world. Although you might not be able to go to the gym or maybe you can't even go to work right now...you can do something. In thi…
#025 - Ross Melville has been hunting his entire life and has a wealth of knowledge on all things hunting related. This episode is jammed pack with not only mule deer tactics, but great elk hunting a…
#024 - Backpack hunting is no joke. There is a lot that goes into backpacking alone, so adding hunting to the mix can be a daunting task. Josh Kirchner of Dialed In Hunter is a wealth of knowledge on…
#023 - OnX maps is going to be your best friend this time of year. Instead of getting COVID-19, stay inside and electronically scout from your computer or phone and find an awesome area that you can …
#022 - There are a lot of barriers to entry in hunting. But they are nothing you can't overcome. Most of the hunters I talk to have 3 main complaints about getting into hunting:
1. Money
2. Not having …
#021 - My brother, Bryce and I have a unique story about getting into hunting. We share a ton of stories in this episode and we share all the details of a hunt that turned out great but didn't happen…
#020 - Don't get lazy in the off-season. Make sure you're still practicing and staying in shape.
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#019 - My wife, Stacy joins us for the first time on the podcast! We talk about having open communication, planning, and how to make sure everything is set before you go on a hunt.
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#018 - You might think that a vegan would never become a hunter. Bryan Goodwin tells his story about how he made that change, as well as his epic story of success on his first hunt: an archery mule d…
#017 - Moving to Utah from Florida has its challenges, and hunting is no exception. Christian Potter went on his first hunting adventures in the West last year. Because he came from the South, he has…
#016 - Coyote calling an have a steep learning curve if you've never done it before. This episode covers some basic coyote calling tips to get you started.
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#015 - I wounded an animal a few years back and I learned some valuable lessons that I want to share.
Here's the link to the video of me following the blood trail: www.huntthewest.us/15
You can barel…
#014 - Ben Dettamanti quit his job to pursue his dreams of working for himself and doing what he loves: hunting. Hear his story as well as get some practical tips on shed hunting.
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#013 - I hope you're spending time with your loved ones this Christmas season. Please contact me via email and say hi, I want to personally thank you for listening.
Email me directly at skyler@huntth…
#012 - Sidney Smith is a double-amputee that completed an Ironman. If anyone understands how to overcome challenges and have mental toughness, it's Sid. Sid is such a humble guy and had me super moti…
#011 - Simplify your outdoor experience with a Canvas Cutter bedroll. Seth Larsen, one of the founders of the company, reveals how the company got started and how it changes the game for hunting. Def…