Epic Outdoors Podcast

Epic Outdoors

The Epic Outdoors Podcast is designed to inform and educate the western hunter. We strive to provide the best research and knowledge available.

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Yesterday · 58 min
EP 396: What Can Go Wrong While Gathering Trail Cameras and Archery Season Prep
In this episode we talk about the last week of gathering up trail cameras here in the West and all of the things that seem to go wrong while trying to do it. From truck troubles to overgrowth, trail cameras are always an adventure. We also talk about our preparations for the upcoming archery season and opportunities available to those who need to fill their hunting schedule. Full show notes and transcript: https://epicoutdoors.com/podcast/ep-396-what-can-go-wrong-while-gathering-trail-cameras-and-archery
July 17 · 1 hr 11 min
EP 395: A 400" Utah Archery Bull and Gearing Up for the Season
In this episode we call Matt Warner, who's 2025 Utah archery bull was on the cover of our most recent magazine. Archery hunting in Utah's rough terrain is challenging to say the least. But by sticking it out for a few weeks Matt made it happen. We also talk about gearing up for the coming hunting season, whether it be optics or guns we have you covered!
July 10 · 59 min
EP 394: The New Swarovski AT Endura and the Epic Mobile App Launch
In this episode we get to tell you about our hands-on look at the new spotting scope from Swarovski, the AT Endura. We are excited to have a new budget friendly but high quality option from Swarovski. We also talk about the new Epic Outdoors Mobile App, which is available now on every platform.
June 29 · 54 min
EP 393: The Nevada Dream Tags, Talking with a Real Dream Tag Winner and More on the 2026 Season Outlook
In this episode we break down the Nevada Dream Tag Draw that ends June 30th. If you want another chance at a Nevada tag, head over to https://nvdreamtag.org/ and put your name in the hat! We also chat with a real Dream Tag winner, Jason King, who drew the Elk Dream tag last year. Next we talk about the outlook for western big game for this season amidst fires and drought, with a few bright spots around the west to focus on.
June 26 · 37 min
EP 392: 2026 Summer Epic Hunt Giveaway!
Listen as we give away 7 Dream Hunts, a gear package and a $15,000 bonus winners choice hunt credit!
June 17 · 57 min
EP 391: Tags We're Excited About Hunting this Year, Becoming a Home Project Expert and Utah Tag Opportunities
In this episode we go around the table and talk about the tags we are looking forward to hunting this year. We also hear about John's home renovations and how you can become a DIY home project expert like him. Epic Consultant Cache Lynn talks about tags that are still up for grabs in Utah for those looking for more opportunities. We also hear Epic Consultant Wyatt Bowles experience tagging along on an Alaska bear hunt.
June 3 · 59 min
EP 390: Devin Archibald and the Carter Boy's Texas Barbary Sheep and 2026 Draw Results
In this episode, we get to hear Epic Hunt Consultant, Devin Archibald's Barbary sheep story. We also hear about Colton and Shaun Carter's Barbary sheep hunts from their dad, Jason Carter. All three were able to take awesome Texas Barbary sheep recently. We also talk about the draw results that came out from a few states across the West, and what we have left to apply for this year.
May 24 · 1 hr 3 min
EP 389: Upcoming Draw Deadlines, and an Epic Q&A
In this episode we go over the remaining draw deadlines and upcoming application results that are left for the states in the West. Epic Outdoors has tons of tools that can help you be a more informed hunter both before you submit your application and after you draw your tag. If you want to know more about the units you're applying for and hunting, join our membership at epicoutdoors.com. In this episode, we also answer questions submitted to us by our followers on Instagram.
May 6 · 58 min
EP 388: A 220" Wyoming Mule Deer Story and the Summer Hunts Giveaway Announcement
In this episode we call Cavett Chipman, who killed an insane Wyoming buck last year, and the story is just as good as the buck. If you want to hear what it took to harvest this giant buck on a public land hunt, this episode is for you. We also announce the line up of hunts we're giving away in our Summer Hunt Giveaway, and as a bonus, if you buy tickets within the month of May you'll be entered to win a TS Customs rifle in a caliber of your choice! More details on our website, epicoutdoors.com.
April 29 · 1 hr 9 min
EP 387: The Epic Outdoors Mobile App Annoucement and Nevada Draw Info
In this episode we make a major announcement. Coming soon is the Epic Outdoors mobile app! If you want to hear everything there is to know about our new app, listen to this episode. If you want to be one of the first people to get their hands on the new app, fill out this form https://forms.gle/H4nMvMKf2KnSJowi7 ! We'd love to hear your feedback! We also take a dive into the Nevada Silver state tags and go over some of the draw info.
April 18 · 1 hr 33 min
EP 386: The Nevada Giants Episode with a 416" Bull, 166" Ram and 209" Mule Deer
In this episode we talk to some of the people that were featured in our April 2026 magazine with their Nevada trophies. Michael Cardinal with his Nevada bull, Zach Comino with his Nevada Desert sheep, and Aiden Guzman with his Nevada Mule deer.
April 5 · 44 min
EP 385: The 2026 March Madness Hunt Giveaway and The New Colorado Draw System
In this episode we call the winners of the March Madness Hunt Giveaway live on the podcast and get their reaction. We also discuss the upcoming changes to the Colorado draw system in depth.
March 26 · 1 hr 17 min
EP 384: The New PhoneSkope Mag 360, a Colorado Mule Deer Story, and The Coming Changes to Colorado's Draw System
In this episode, we talk about changes coming to Colorado draws and have Cheston Davis and Jason Bairett from PhoneSkope with us to talk about their new Mag 360 product. Magnetic mounting systems have revolutionized the digiscoping landscape and PhoneSkope's own magnetic mounting system is impressive, to say the least. To get 15% off your purchase of a PhoneSkope Mag 360, use code EPIC360 at checkout.
March 19 · 1 hr 4 min
EP 383: Near Death and Bad Luck on a Successful Nevada Sheep Hunt
In this episode we call Nick Albonico, who helped his father hunt California Bighorn Sheep in Nevada. Hunting in the remote areas of Nevada comes with a set of challenges all their own. For a sheep hunt story where everything that can go wrong, does go wrong, listen to this episode.
March 8 · 1 hr 4 min
EP 382: A 200" Colorado Muley, Colorado Seasons Breakdown and a New Mexico Overview
In this episode we call Brock Syrett who harvested a giant Colorado Mule deer last year, on the first day of his hunt. We also talk about the Colorado Mule deer seasons and go over the pro's and con's of each one, in terms of hunting quality and draw odds. We also talk about New Mexico as a whole and break down what you need to know to be ready to apply. The Epic March Madness Giveaway is live! In just 30 days we are giving away 3 world class trophy hunts! Head to our website to learn more and get your name in the hat!
March 3 · 40 min
EP 381: The 2026 Epic Outdoors Winter Hunts Giveaway
In this episode we call the winners who won hunts in our latest Winter Hunts Giveaway. Bonus "Winner's Choice" Hunt – TJ Telford Gear Package – Steven Respondek Texas Barbary Sheep – David Bender New Mexico Antelope – Robert Melvin Utah Mule Deer – Lawrence Krish Nevada Mule Deer – Jeffrey Beaver Utah Elk – Glenn Colville Alaska Caribou – Chase Williams Yukon Stone Sheep – Tristan Garceau
February 21 · 59 min
EP 380: A 200" Typical Colorado Muley Story and The Epic Winter Hunts Giveaway Breakdown
In this episode we call Treyten Tebbs who, with the help of his brother Chandlyr, got a 200" typical Mule deer in Colorado last year. We also break down the 2026 Winter Epic Hunts Giveaway. We're giving away 7 world class hunts and an incredible gear package. You only have until next week to enter, so don't wait! Go to epicoutdoors.com for more details.
February 7 · 1 hr 27 min
EP 379: Q&A Part 3, When to Draw What Tags, When to Pull the Trigger, Mexico High Fence Mule Deer and a Bear Attack Story
In this episode we finish off the list of questions that were submitted to us on Instagram, which leads to discussions on drawing tags, deciding on what quality of animal you want to take on a hunt and some discussion on the controversial Mexico high fence Mule deer hunts. To finish off the podcast, we call our good friend Travis Osmond and hear his story of a bear encounter while guiding a hunt in the Wyoming wilderness.
January 31 · 1 hr 13 min
EP 378: Opportunity Tags, Guided Hunt Options and a 197" Utah General Mule Deer
In this episode we talk about your options for guided hunts across the western states and when the ideal time to book those are. We also talk about some opportunity tags that are perfect for those looking to get into hunting, or if you are trying to fill your schedule with more hunts. Finally, we call Brett Miller, who was able to make it happen on a giant buck during the Utah general season muzzleloader hunt last year. We are also giving away a pair of Zeiss Terra 10x42 binoculars, listen to this episode for more details.
January 22 · 1 hr 22 min
EP 377: Wyoming and Arizona Big Game Breakdown, Q&A Part 3, a BC Stone Sheep and a 400" Arizona Bull
This episode is packed with western big game information and kill stories. First we break down some of the information contained in our January magazine about Wyoming and Arizona elk and antelope. Then we call A.W. Manning, an Epic hunt winner, from 2023, who won the exact same Stone Sheep hunt we're giving away right now. After that, we call Connor Paffrath, who lucked out with an incredible Arizona bull tag and was able to make it happen on a huge bull.