Hunter McWaters on Hunting Adventures, Catching the Muley Bug, and the Evolution of a Hunter

In this episode of the Hunt West Podcast, Jaden and Hunter McWaters talk about the whole gambit of western hunting adventure and the mule deer bug. Hunter shares his personal journey from a tumultuous past to finding redemption and purpose in hunting. Hunter recounts his hunting experiences in states like Colorado and Montana, as well as overseas in Spain. He also shares insights on choosing hunting spots in Wyoming and the value of seeking adventure over trophy goals. The episode highlights Hunter's evolution as a hunter, including his use of different weapons and bullet types, and his perspective on the hunting culture in the U.S. versus Europe.   There are a ton of gems to pick up from this podcast. We hope you enjoy! _____   02:22 Hunter's Origin Story 09:57 Success in Western Hunts 13:49 Deer vs. Elk Hunting 17:02 Blacktail Deer Hunt 34:06 Hunting in Spain: A Unique Experience 38:50 Mule Deer Hunting in the US 39:03 Comparing Hunting Experiences in Montana and Colorado 45:11 The Progression of a Hunter 51:28 Wyoming Deer Hunting Strategy 01:01:35 The Hunter's Quest: Where to Find More _____ Follow Hunt West on Instagram >> Subscribe to the Hunt West Weekly Email Here >> Listen to the Elk Hunt Podcast Here >> Contact Jaden at [email protected] Thanks to Bo DePena, a musician, friend, and avid hunter in Colorado, for the intro and outro for the show.