Ep. 007: Backcountry Hunting Gear with Aron Snyder

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On this episode, I talk with Aron Snyder, the President/CEO of Kifaru, International. Not that Aron needs any introduction, but he is well known in the backcountry hunting community for his knowledge on backpack hunting and gear. Aron and I discuss backcountry gear in this Part 2 of 2 episode. Topics: Differences in shelters for Backpack hunting Using a stove and floorless shelter 3 and 4 season tents vs. tarp/bivy combo Hunting at altitude Testing your gear Sleeping bags Training and fitness Water filtration Resources: Instagram: @aron_snyder @kifaru_intl @kifarucast @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: Aron Snyder Kifaru, International East Meets West Outdoors www.kifaru.net www.eastmeetswesthunt.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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This episode was published on July 25, 2018.

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On this episode, I talk with Aron Snyder, the President/CEO of Kifaru, International. Not that Aron needs any introduction, but he is well known in the backcountry hunting community for his knowledge on backpack hunting and gear. Aron and I discuss...

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