Eastmans' Elevated

In this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Sean Curran. Sean resides in Hawaii but every year he travels out West to chase elk. This year he had two hunts, one in NM and one he shared with Brian in Montana. The guys talk over elk hunting and what tactics work best on public land. There is tons of great insight and good hunting stories in this episode.

In this episode Brian sits down for a solo episode to talk about his elk season and the upcoming muley rut. Brian covers his elk season, the challenges he has faced and what it feels like when it all comes together. He also talks about what it will take to continue to be successful with a bow in his hands. He then goes into late season mulies, his recent trip and plans for November. It's a classic solo episode from Brian.

In this episode Brian sits down with his good buddy Brandon Purcell. Brandon has spent a bunch of time up in AK this year working towards his guide license. He helped clients with sheep, moose, elk and caribou. He also hunted for himself up there for black bear and moose. This is a wild conversation talking about the remoteness, gnarly terrain, and weather. This is a great adventure podcast all about Alaska.

In this episode of Eastmans' Elevated hunting podcast, host Brian Barney sits down Dylan and Jeff from onX hunt. The guys discuss how to use technology to get the most out of your scouting and hunting. They talk about some of the lesser known features of onX hunt and their application to hunting public land. They also get into safety in the backcountry and how to keep yourself safe. This podcast has a ton of tips and tactics on how to get the most out of the onX hunt app.

In this episode Brian sits down to give an update on his season. He talks about the Colorado high country, elk season and more. He talks about what it takes to be successful and also what it takes to be happy. He has some insight on facing adversity and overcoming challenges. Its a great authentic podcast all about this years hunts.

In this episode Brian sits down with Glen Eberle from Eberlestock and Ike Eastman. These guys have been friends for a long time which made for a great conversation. They talk about remote hunting adventures, sketchy plane landings and enjoying life to the fullest. They also talk over some of the new things Eberlestock has come out with and things they are working on for the future.

In this episode Brian records a live hunt with his good buddy Dan Heavrin. The guys are on a huge adventure hunt for high country deer in one of the most extreme places in the lower 48. They capture the highs and lows of the hunt recording every day. Hear about the nasty weather, gnarly country and extreme miles. Hear how they turn up bucks, and how they plan to make plays. Also, listen in to the intense close encounters and how it all goes down. Live hunt this week on Eastmans' Elevated.

In this episode Brian sits down with Kevin Estela from Field Craft Survival. This conversation is centered around safety in the backcountry. Hear how Brian's kit is lacking and what to be prepared for on these extreme adventures. Accidents happen quick and we can all do better to make sure we can handle any emergency we come across. Its a great back and forth between the two all about how to be prepared.

In this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Clint Casper. Clint has fallen in love with western hunting, and every year he travels to multiple states to chase mule deer, antelope and elk. The guys talk about what it takes to be successful out West; the grind and attitude as well as tactics and thinking outside the box, how to beat the pressure and go find your own experience. This episode is a great conversation between a couple of passionate go-getters.

In this episode Brian sits down with Robby Denning for an extra long podcast all about hunting big mule deer. Robby only hunts mule deer and is extremely successful doing so. He has such great insight that is only gained through years of experience. The guys go back and forth on some of their techniques, tactics and overall mindset. They talk about finding productive areas, glassing, the importance of tracking and more. If you like to hunt mule deer, this is the podcast for you!

In this episode Brian records chats with his cameraman Tanner Greenfield. This is authenticity at its finest as you get to come along with these guys on a high country hunt. Hear the lows, the highs and the tremendous effort it takes to be successful on a backcountry bowhunt. The fellas also deep dive into the thought processes of the hunt and the nuances of the stalks. This is a great live recording up on the mountain during the actual hunt.

In this episode Brian sits down with Ike and Guy Eastman. The Eastmans' are amazingly knowledgeable about western hunting. Brian and the guys talk about the attacks on Trophy Hunting and what the term truly represents. They explain why trophy hunting is conservation and how it is used to keep game populations healthy. They also get into wolves and other predators and how these animals affect our ungulate populations. There are tons of great discussion points in this episode as the Eastmans' are always standing up and fighting for hunters and giving us knowledge to use in our own lives. Don't sleep on this one!

In this episode Brian sits down with his good buddy Dillon Ness. The guys talk about the upcoming antelope season and the tactics they use to be consistently successful. They then branch off to stalking mule deer and elk. The guys go deep on their stalking skill set, how they approach it and how to improve it. It's a great episode as the guys are days away from starting their fall seasons.

In this episode Brian sits down to talk over early season hunts. He recaps his latest Hawaii trip and some lessons learned. Then he gets into his final prep and thoughts about early season, high country mule deer. He talks about the details of the stalk and what he is looking for to go all in. He then talks about early season antelope and what it takes to spot and stalk these cagey critters. He also gets into his mindset and what he needs to do during the season to be successful. He is days away from leaving on a hunt and is fired up for the season.

In this episode Brian sits down with Jessica Treglia from Savage. They talk about the different models and calibers of rifles. They talk about the technical features like the Accu stock and Accu trigger. They also talk about weight, fit and calibers. They talk about hunting with youth and the importance of practicing shooting positions. Its a great episode this week all about Savage rifles and accuracy.

In this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Travis Nowotny. Travis just flat out gets it done with his bow on public ground year after year. He is a blue collar guy that puts in the work both in his scouting and hunting. The guys break down what it takes to find that level of consistent success. They go into mindset and planning stalks. They also talk about adapting to the situation you are given. They then discuss the nuances of the stalk and how those micro-decisions play a huge role in getting a good arrow in a buck. This is a great episode and conversation between a couple die hard bowhunters.

In this episode Brian sits down with Mark Livesay, Hilary Lampers and Ryan Lampers at the Western Hunting Summit for a live question and answer. This is part 2 and a totally different group of guys with a different set of questions. The guys talk over strategies for hunts, backcountry meals, and overall performance in the mountains. It makes for a great podcast this week on Eastmans' Elevated.

This episode is a different format where Brian Barney, Ryan Lampers, Hilary Lampers and Mark Livesay sit down to answer live questions at the western hunting summit. Lots of different questions here all about hunting strategy, health, gear and meat care. The team all have different ways they approach their hunts and interesting to hear the different answers. Its a great engaging conversations between some great hunters.

You only live once, better do as many epic adventures as you can. In this episode Brian has his buddy Kip Fowler back on the podcast. Kip is an incredibly talented backcountry hunter. This last year he has gone on some absolute super-adventures. The guys talk over the archery mountain goat he harvested last season. It was an extreme high country bowhunt where Kip gave it his absolute all. After that Brian and Kip dive into his Kodiak Brown bear hunt from this past spring with guide Cole Kramer. Adventure bowhunting is what this episode is all about and you don't want to miss this one.

In this episode Brian sits down with his buddy Dan Solsman. Dan has worked extremely hard to attain a high level of mental toughness. He is driven and has willed himself to be consistently successful on trophy critters on public land. The guys do a deep dive into what it takes to obtain "grit" while also talking about Dan's recent bear hunt. They also discuss his recent deployment and how he kept his mind right while missing an entire hunting season. Dan is a great guy and this is a great conversation for this week's Eastmans' Elevated.