Epic Outdoors Podcast

In this episode we talk with Ryan Jacobson of Element Optics and Utah Airguns about some of the products that they offer. One of the products that caught our eye was the Helix 1500 rangefinder.  It quickly and accurately delivers MOA information. We also get to hear the story of Justin Carter’s Colorado Mule deer hunt.

In this episode the crew sits down and discusses some of the recent changes made to Utah Mule deer hunting and what that means for future hunting quality in Utah. We also discuss where hunting is heading throughout the western states. We wrap it up listening to Josh Pollock's New Mexico rifle elk hunt.

On this episode the crew sits down with Zeiss sales representative Hunter Hansen to talk about some of the most important additions to the Zeiss Optics line this year. The Conquest HDX binocular and the V8 rifle scope are among the best optics on the market. As usual we are always impressed with what Zeiss brings to the table.

In this episode the crew goes over the hunts that are available in this year's Winter Hunt Giveaway. Be sure to get your name in the hat for these top-of-the-line hunts by entering on our website or calling in at 435-263-0777. And, hear the details of John Petersen’s tough, Colorado, 3rd season hunt with deep snow and hard to find deer.

In this episode we continue with success stories from the crew! Cache Lynn and Logan Marshall had an incredible time during the Colorado 2nd season rifle hunt. Cache and two of his friends were all able to harvest great bucks during their hunt. Logan also went to Colorado and hunted a target buck. He was able to make it happen after a tough hunt. Adam Bronson also hit the field earlier this year and was able to get an awesome Wyoming Antelope for himself and a Wyoming Elk for his daughter.

In this episode, the Epic Crew talks about a couple of the hunts that happened earlier this year while getting an update from Jason in the field. Cache Lynn was able to go on a tough high elevation Colorado Elk hunt and get an awesome bull. Devin Archibald hunted hard on the Utah General Deer hunt and with a little bit of luck he was able to harvest an incredible buck.

In this episode, the crew finishes off the list of questions we collected from our Instagram followers earlier in the year. And, with rifle seasons right around the corner, we talk more about the nitty-gritty of rifle hunting.

In this episode we finally get to hear the long awaited story of Josh, Devin and Wyatt’s Alaskan moose hunt. Drop camping deep in the Alaskan wilderness, in prime trophy bull country, made for a great trip for the three Epic Crew members. We also hear about Josh Pollock's Utah muzzleloader elk hunt. Josh was able to make a fantastic play on a giant bull!

In this episode some of the Epic Crew returns from a long month of hunting elk across the West. John Petersen and Cache Lynn hunted the first two archery elk seasons in New Mexico with great success. Justin Carter, Jason’s son, hunted a Utah archery elk hunt and after 3 weeks of hunting hard, was able to make it happen on an incredible bull.

This episode is packed with hunting stories and updates from the Epic Crew’s latest adventures. Adam recently returned from a Northwest Territories Dall sheep and Caribou hunt. Josh, Devin and Wyatt are just beginning their Alaskan moose hunt, and the balance of the Epic Crew is knee deep in archery hunting around the West. We also hit the questions submitted to us by our Instagram followers for the third part of our annual pre-season question and answer segment.

In this episode the crew hits the list of questions submitted by our Instagram followers for some more pre-season discussions. We talk about whatever is on your minds, from post harvest tips to the pattern and future outlook of specific units!

In this episode the crew talks about general “rules of thumb” when hunting, especially in more popular areas. Even though hunting is competitive and areas get crowded sometimes, having a little bit of etiquette will make the season more enjoyable for all hunters. We also start down the list of questions we’ve collected from our Instagram followers for our annual pre-season Question and Answer segment.

In this episode the crew gets together to talk about how the trail camera season went, as well as plans to keep scouting effectively during the preseason time where trail cameras aren’t allowed in Utah. We also call Aaron Bronson, Adam Bronsons’ brother, to talk about hunting etiquette and his outlook on Mule deer growth this season.

In this episode the crew sits down with CVA VP of sales, Jason Sebo, and Head of Influencer Relations and Muzzleloading Expert, Tony Smotherman. This episode is for our listeners who want to make the most of each muzzleloader hunt. You’ll get expert advice straight from the source, as well as powder and bullet recommendations. If you're looking for your next muzzleloader head over to epicoutdoors.com for the best deals on CVA products!  

In this episode the crew talks about some of the scouting strategies they’ve been using so far this year. With the weather transitioning from heavy moisture to a hot dry summer, it’s an interesting year for big game behavior. We also bring in a special snack for Cache Lynn, who has never had a Vienna Sausage in his life.

In this episode the entire Epic Crew sits down and calls the winners of our recently concluded hunt giveaway. Giveaway winners are also published on our website, check out our YouTube channel @EpicOutdoors for the full video version of this giveaway.

In this episode the Crew discusses the upcoming Nevada Dream Tag raffle. Here at Epic, we are firm believers in always having your name in the hat, so don’t let this opportunity pass! We also put an official end to Logan’s “trail camera bounty” and give away a trail camera to a good samaritan who found his camera but was kind enough not to steal it.

In this episode the crew talks about moisture levels in Nevada and the outlook of the upcoming season for Mule deer, New Mexico Elk growth for this year and Colorado deer in one of our favorite units. We also take a look in depth at each of the hunt options in our upcoming member drive! This is the last week to enter, so get your tickets now at epicoutdoors.com or call in at 435-263-0777

Swarovski just announced two new binoculars to their lineup that we are really excited about. The Swarovski NL Pure 10x52 and 14x52 binoculars are just what we needed for hunting the West. Today we sit down with Colby Kroff of Swarovski Optics to get all the details on their new product. These binoculars can be pre-orderd now on our website epicoutdoors.com, or by calling in at 435-263-0777  Check out the full review, in depth specs and price points here on our YouTube channel @epicoutdoors.

In this episode, "Angry Josh" shows up to playfully bash counties around Utah, we also draw the winner of the June 3-9th Surprise Giveaway announced on our Instagram and throw another Surprise Giveaway out there. For THIS WEEK ONLY (June 10-16th, 2024), if you purchase $125 or more in Hunt Giveaway tickets at https://epicoutdoors.com/services/epic-hunt-giveaways/ , you will automatically get entered into our last Surpise Giveaway. We will pick two winners, the first will get a choice of either a Hoyt Alpha X bow or a CVA LR-X muzzleloader. The second winner will get which ever prize the first winner did not pick. The deadline to purchase tickets for the curent hunt giveaway is June 24th 2024, but purchasing early will give you an opportunity to win a muzzleloader or bow!