Eastmans' Elevated

In this episode Brian sits down with Josh Kinser from Swagger bipods and Scott Reakers from Eastmans. They talk about Swagger bipods, their uses and their start as a company. Then they get into kids playing with scorpions, scorpions falling into bed, hunting adventures, kids in the outdoors and more. A great conversation with a great guest: Josh Kinser.

In this episode Brian sits down and records a solo episode all about scouting. He covers elk, antelope and mule deer. He talks about all the different seasons and terrain and how to put the work in now to be successful. He talks pre-rut, peak rut and post rut and the different tendencies trophy animals have. This episode is full of great information on how Brian attacks his western hunts.

In this episode Brian sits down with a couple of his Hawaiian buddies Sean and Robin. They have a fun conversation all about the hunting in Hawaii. These are some talented bowhunters and they talk about some of the fun stories that happen on the trip. There are waves crashing in the background and a lot of laughs and good times in this episode!

In this episode Brian sits down with professional musician and die hard bowhunter Jimmy Herman. Jimmy knows his stuff and is fill of great insightful tips that have helped him over the years. They talk whitetails, elk and mule deer. They also talk about some of the hunts they have coming up. A great episode with a great guy!

In this episode, Brian Sits down with Eastmans Todd Helms. This episode is a little different as the guys talk over hunting birds. Todd is a great speaker, and they have a great conversation about experiences, tips and tactics. It's about enjoying as much as we can out there in life, and bird hunting is another way for us to be out there doing that.

In this episode, Brian sits down with fellow Montana hunter Lucas Sterling. They talk a lot about what it takes to be consistently successful on public lands. They talk about how good spots are not good all the time. They cover high country mule deer, Elk and wolf hunting. A ton of great info in this one as the guys go in depth about hunting tactics.

In this episode Brian sits down with Colton Conrad. Colton is always going for it in the mountains and has a great attitude on hunting and on life. Hunting elk is what he lives for and we talk a lot about that. We also talk about what it takes to find success being a public land DIY hunter. They had a fun entertaining conversation filled with tips and tactics that has helped these guys harvest trophies out west.

In this episode, Brian sits down with his buddy Dan Heavrin to talk over his Montana bear harvest. The guys just got done packing Dan's spot and stalk archery bear off the mountains when they sit down to record this episode. You can hear the buzz of excitement and fresh details as the guys sit down to record what just transpired on the hunt. This is a great episode about the success of the hunt, but it also has some great tips and tactics mixed in.

In this episode, Brian sits down with his buddy Pat Noack. Pat is one of the first guys Brian met when he moved to Montana. Pat is a passionate hunter that takes advantage of all seasons: bow and rifle. He is a knowledgeable public land guy that goes for it. They talk about Pat's giant 2016 bull and then get into tactics for high pressure elk.

In this episode, Brian sits down with his friend and hunting partner Dan Heavrin. They talk over one of their epic Elk spots filled with tips and tactics of how they get it done year after year. They dive into high country mule deer hunting and some of the adventures they have had over the years. They also talk about some of the sketchy situations they have gotten into on their many adventures.

In this episode I sit down with my friend Andrea Larson. She originally is from Chicago with no hunting background. After moving out west and finding out how good wild organic protein is, she has been going for it. She has an intelligent approach to western hunting and has immersed herself in the outdoors. A really fun conversation with Andrea as we jump all over the board while talking hunting.

In this episode Brian sits down with Eastmans' Scott Reekers. Scott is a super knowledgeable guy with tons of experience hunting the backcountry for western game. The guys discuss what their preferences are for the gear they use and the reason why. This is a great breakdown of every piece of backcountry gear both in their pack and on their back.

In this episode I sit down with my buddy Phil Larson. Phil is a great guy who would help anyone. He has taught me a lot of what I know about fine tuning bows. We talk over some hunting stories including when I tried to kill him in a gnarly Montana mountain range. He is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to archery, rifle and western hunting. It is my pleasure to introduce you to my good friend Phil.

In this episode Brian sits down with Eastman's Dan Pickar. These guys go deep down the rabbit hole of public land elk hunting. They talk start to finish what they look for in elk habitat, how to find elk and then how they close the deal. This episode is all elk and Dan eats, sleeps and breaths elk hunting!

In this Episode Brian sits down with Rachel Ahtila. They have a great conversation all about the adventure of hunting up north. Rachel guides for sheep, moose and caribou up in the north west territories. She is as tough as they come and full of great information. They talk about the right attitude, physical fitness and gear for success.

In this Episode Brian sits down and talks with Guy Eastman. Guy is so plugged in to western hunting and an absolute wealth of knowledge. They talk about the winter range conditions, whats good and bad with a tough winter and how to be successful after a winter like the one we have had. They also talk about some unreal adventure hunts Guy has coming up. This is a great episode full of timely information!

In this episode, Brian sits down with Craig Temple. Craig is a die hard bowhunter that eats, sleeps and breathes successful bowhunting. This episode is full of good discussions on the keys to finding consistent trophies. Craig also has some great stories of pushing his limits to find his own success. A great episode full of good content to help you become a better bowhunter!

You just have fun anytime you sit down and talk with Ike Eastman! That is exactly what this episode is about with Ike. We talk about show season, talk about upcoming hunts and predators. Really we are all over the map but it is an entertaining conversation with some good tips mixed in. We also talk about what is known in the office as "Ike bad luck". Some really funny stories about the luck that follows Ike around.

In this episode Brian sits down with Steve Drake. Steve is an unreal photographer that has turned his passion into a full time job traveling all over the world capturing hunting adventures. When he is not working he is hunting or hunting sheds. They talk about some of his adventures and then dive into shed hunting and how it makes him the hunter he is. A ton of good information about finding sheds and how it ties to hunting.

In this episode Brian sits down with Clint Casper. Clint is a whitetail guy from the midwest that has got hooked on adventure hunting the west. This episode is all about finding new hunting ground and taking the plunge into adventure hunting. Clint talks about what he has learned over the years and whats important. Whether you are from the midwest, south or even right here in the west its important we get out and enjoy the blue collar adventures that are out there waiting for us.