Epic Outdoors Podcast

In this episode we call Matt Warner, who's 2025 Utah archery bull was on the cover of our most recent magazine. Archery hunting in Utah's rough terrain is challenging to say the least. But by sticking it out for a few weeks Matt made it happen. We also talk about gearing up for the coming hunting season, whether it be optics or guns we have you covered!

In this episode we get to tell you about our hands-on look at the new spotting scope from Swarovski, the AT Endura. We are excited to have a new budget friendly but high quality option from Swarovski. We also talk about the new Epic Outdoors Mobile App, which is available now on every platform.

In this episode we break down the Nevada Dream Tag Draw that ends June 30th. If you want another chance at a Nevada tag, head over to https://nvdreamtag.org/ and put your name in the hat! We also chat with a real Dream Tag winner, Jason King, who drew the Elk Dream tag last year. Next we talk about the outlook for western big game for this season amidst fires and drought, with a few bright spots around the west to focus on.

Listen as we give away 7 Dream Hunts, a gear package and a $15,000 bonus winners choice hunt credit!

In this episode we go around the table and talk about the tags we are looking forward to hunting this year. We also hear about John's home renovations and how you can become a DIY home project expert like him. Epic Consultant Cache Lynn talks about tags that are still up for grabs in Utah for those looking for more opportunities. We also hear Epic Consultant Wyatt Bowles experience tagging along on an Alaska bear hunt.

In this episode, we get to hear Epic Hunt Consultant, Devin Archibald's Barbary sheep story. We also hear about Colton and Shaun Carter's Barbary sheep hunts from their dad, Jason Carter. All three were able to take awesome Texas Barbary sheep recently. We also talk about the draw results that came out from a few states across the West, and what we have left to apply for this year.

In this episode we go over the remaining draw deadlines and upcoming application results that are left for the states in the West. Epic Outdoors has tons of tools that can help you be a more informed hunter both before you submit your application and after you draw your tag. If you want to know more about the units you're applying for and hunting, join our membership at epicoutdoors.com.  In this episode, we also answer questions submitted to us by our followers on Instagram.

In this episode we call Cavett Chipman, who killed an insane Wyoming buck last year, and the story is just as good as the buck. If you want to hear what it took to harvest this giant buck on a public land hunt, this episode is for you. We also announce the line up of hunts we're giving away in our Summer Hunt Giveaway, and as a bonus, if you buy tickets within the month of May you'll be entered to win a TS Customs rifle in a caliber of your choice! More details on our website, epicoutdoors.com.

In this episode we make a major announcement. Coming soon is the Epic Outdoors mobile app! If you want to hear everything there is to know about our new app, listen to this episode. If you want to be one of the first people to get their hands on the new app, fill out this form https://forms.gle/H4nMvMKf2KnSJowi7 ! We'd love to hear your feedback! We also take a dive into the Nevada Silver state tags and go over some of the draw info.

In this episode we talk to some of the people that were featured in our April 2026 magazine with their Nevada trophies. Michael Cardinal with his Nevada bull, Zach Comino with his Nevada Desert sheep, and Aiden Guzman with his Nevada Mule deer.

In this episode we call the winners of the March Madness Hunt Giveaway live on the podcast and get their reaction. We also discuss the upcoming changes to the Colorado draw system in depth.

In this episode, we talk about changes coming to Colorado draws and have Cheston Davis and Jason Bairett from PhoneSkope with us to talk about their new Mag 360 product. Magnetic mounting systems have revolutionized the digiscoping landscape and PhoneSkope's own magnetic mounting system is impressive, to say the least. To get 15% off your purchase of a PhoneSkope Mag 360, use code EPIC360 at checkout.

In this episode we call Nick Albonico, who helped his father hunt California Bighorn Sheep in Nevada. Hunting in the remote areas of Nevada comes with a set of challenges all their own. For a sheep hunt story where everything that can go wrong, does go wrong, listen to this episode.

"> In this episode we call Brock Syrett who harvested a giant Colorado Mule deer last year, on the first day of his hunt. We also talk about the Colorado Mule deer seasons and go over the pro's and con's of each one, in terms of hunting quality and draw odds. We also talk about New Mexico as a whole and break down what you need to know to be ready to apply. "> The Epic March Madness Giveaway is live! In just 30 days we are giving away 3 world class trophy hunts! Head to our website to learn more and get your name in the hat!

In this episode we call the winners who won hunts in our latest Winter Hunts Giveaway. Bonus "Winner's Choice" Hunt – TJ Telford Gear Package – Steven Respondek Texas Barbary Sheep – David Bender New Mexico Antelope – Robert Melvin Utah Mule Deer – Lawrence Krish Nevada Mule Deer – Jeffrey Beaver Utah Elk – Glenn Colville Alaska Caribou – Chase Williams Yukon Stone Sheep – Tristan Garceau

In this episode we call Treyten Tebbs who, with the help of his brother Chandlyr, got a 200" typical Mule deer in Colorado last year. We also break down the 2026 Winter Epic Hunts Giveaway. We're giving away 7 world class hunts and an incredible gear package. You only have until next week to enter, so don't wait! Go to epicoutdoors.com for more details.

In this episode we finish off the list of questions that were submitted to us on Instagram, which leads to discussions on drawing tags, deciding on what quality of animal you want to take on a hunt and some discussion on the controversial Mexico high fence Mule deer hunts. To finish off the podcast, we call our good friend Travis Osmond and hear his story of a bear encounter while guiding a hunt in the Wyoming wilderness.

In this episode we talk about your options for guided hunts across the western states and when the ideal time to book those are. We also talk about some opportunity tags that are perfect for those looking to get into hunting, or if you are trying to fill your schedule with more hunts. Finally, we call Brett Miller, who was able to make it happen on a giant buck during the Utah general season muzzleloader hunt last year. We are also giving away a pair of Zeiss Terra 10x42 binoculars, listen to this episode for more details.

This episode is packed with western big game information and kill stories. First we break down some of the information contained in our January magazine about Wyoming and Arizona elk and antelope. Then we call A.W. Manning, an Epic hunt winner, from 2023, who won the exact same Stone Sheep hunt we're giving away right now.  After that, we call Connor Paffrath, who lucked out with an incredible Arizona bull tag and was able to make it happen on a huge bull.

In this episode we get a surprise visit from Kevin Palmer who harvested a 190" Utah Mule deer in 2025. He gives us the full story on what it took to get on a buck that size. We also call Dusty John who got a late season Utah bull last year that ended up right at 400". Finally, we answer a few more questions that were sent in by our instagram listeners.

In this episode we sit down with Josh Pollock, his wife, Hailie Pollock, and their daughter, Sadie Pollock. Each of them has killed a trophy animal this year, and each of those trophies comes with a story that anyone who has hunted with family can relate to. Josh Pollock was able to fill a once-in-a-lifetime tag on a Utah Desert Bighorn Sheep, Hailie Pollock drew a Limited Entry Utah bull elk tag, and made it happen on a giant bull, and Sadie Pollock killed a 218" Mule deer in Colorado, during the 2nd rifle season.

In this episode we start answering some of the questions submitted by our Instagram followers. We also get to hear Epic Hunt Consultant Devin Archibald's New Mexico Oryx story. He was able to get a great Oryx on a quick hunt. We also get to hear about a couple of missed opportunities from Epic Hunt Consultant Wyatt Bowles and his friend, Seth Wilson.

In this episode, we discuss application information for the states and species we cover in our January 2026 magazine, Wyoming sheep, moose, goat, bison and elk, along with Arizona elk and antelope. John and Jason also share their experiences hunting late season Colorado deer, as well as Jason and his daughter Ashley's Oklahoma Whitetail hunt.

In this episode we hear the full story of Cache Lynn's Colorado Elk hunt, that took place earlier this year. After 3 days of rough scouting in the rain, he was able to get a great bull opening day. We also hear Ty Bronson's 3rd season Colorado Mule deer story from his dad, Adam Bronson. Adam, Ty and some friends and family hunted out a tough, warm, 3rd season deer hunt and ended up with an incredible buck as the hunt wound down. Also, John thought he might spend the night in jail after his son was the victim of a hit and run.

In this episode we go over every aspect of the new Idaho general nonresident draw. If you are considering hunting the Idaho general as a nonresident, you need to listen to this podcast. We also get to hear about John's Nevada Mule deer experience. John spent over 20 days in the Nevada desert and was able to make it happen on a great buck, with a little last day magic.

In this episode we have Colby Kroff from Swarovski Optik with us to introduce the latest products from Swarovski, stabilized spotting scopes. Listen to this podcast to get all the details on the new AT/ST Balance spotting scopes, available now on our website.

In this episode, Cache Lynn and Logan Marshall share their stories from hunting Colorado's 2nd rifle season for Mule deer. Cache was able to harvest a great buck after hunting a few days on his own and Logan (hunting with his dad Paul) was able to stick it out a bit longer and wait for a buck he was happy with. We also give away three world class hunts and talk with a few of the winners. Check our Instagram @epic_hunts for more details about the "Father of the Year Giveaway". Yukon Dall Sheep – Brian Newman Nevada Mule Deer – Justin Greene Utah Antelope – Russell Shields  

In this episode, Jason Carter tells us about the hunts his family has had over the past few months. From general season deer to Wyoming and Nevada Antelope, it has been a great year for them. We also get to hear updates from Cache Lynn who is in the field scouting for Colorado elk.

In this episode, we have special guest Jana Carter. She recently harvested a once-in-a-lifetime Utah Desert Bighorn Sheep. Jana, along with her husband, Jason, a couple of their kids, and good friend, Josh Jensen, hunted hard in the southern Utah desert to find a great ram. We also talk with Epic consultant Cache Lynn about the woes of hunting public land spike elk in Utah, as well as our BONUS Fall Hunt Giveaway, which ends November 3rd. Don't wait to get your name in the hat for 3 world class hunts!

Reports from the early hunting seasons have started to come in and the Epic Outdoors Crew talks about the state of elk hunting across the West. We also get the story on Devin Archibald's New Mexico archery bull that he harvested just last week. We also call Paul Marshall and talk with him about his successful Nevada muzzleloader Mule deer hunt.

In this episode we talk to Nic Booth and Gage Mogle; both recently tagged out on their archery general season with Mule deer that scored over 200" each. It's a rare occurrence to see such awesome bucks come from a general archery unit, but when they do, the story is always epic. We also recently updated our online optics store, so if you want to shop the best optics in the industry, at the best pricing, head over to epicoutdoors.com and login to our store to shop.

In this episode, we welcome a special guest, Adam Bronson's son, Ty, who joins us to share the story of his British Columbia Stone sheep hunt from this past summer. Adam and Ty were dropped into a remote location with their guide, where they navigated a huge landscape and unpredictable weather, to hunt sheep.

In this episode we call Andrew Wankier and Chuck Lawrence, who hunted some of Utah's best limited entry units for Mule deer and elk last year. Andrew had one of the longest streaks of bad luck during his Mule deer hunt, but stayed positive and was able to make it happen on a 200" buck. Chuck hunted a long hard archery elk hunt, and after 22 days straight, was able to down a 380" giant.

In this episode, we talk about getting ready for the hunting season to kick off. As we move into mid-August, we discuss gear and strategies to consider as we try to finish the last weeks of scouting strong, and begin archery season. We also talk about wildfires that are occurring in Utah, Arizona and Colorado and what the potential effects could be on both big game and hunters.

In this episode we are joined by Dallas Lewis and Jason and Trish Taylor who tell us story after story of elk hunts for giant bulls, including a few from last year that were featured in recent editions of the Epic Outdoors magazine. Over the course of this episode you will pick up essential knowledge of what it takes to harvest truly big bulls.

In this episode we call Travis Taylor who hunted Nevada Mule deer last year with his wife Erika. They were both able to harvest awesome bucks that came in over 30 inches wide, which is a rare occurrence these days. We also talk about general antler growth trends we are seeing for both elk and deer here in the West.

In this episode we give some updates on our summer scouting and running trail cameras. We also talk about some of the gear we've purchased and would recommend purchasing for the upcoming season. From pants to optics, now is the time to get stocked up on everything you need for the fall!

In this episode the crew sits down with Mike McLean of Apex Next Evolution to talk about the importance of your health as a hunter. Their products are a natural alternative to popular sports supplements that give you energy, hydration and recovery, safely and effectively. We also discuss the importance of public land. A conversation sparked by the recently proposed sale of public land in Utah. Use code EPIC25 at apexnextevolution.com for 25% off all Apex Products!

Watch as we give away 7 world class hunts, over $15,000 in Gear and Optics and a $15,000 bonus package to pay for a hunt of the winners choice. If you didn't win, or didnt get a chance to play for this giveaway, the next one is right around the corner. Become an Epic Outdoors Member to stay in the loop! We also give an overview of the Nevada Dream Tags! This is a huge opportunity to get your name in the hat for 4 of the best hunts the West has to offer! Check out https://nvdreamtag.org/ to enter! Deadline is June 30th.

In this episode we call Epic Outdoors member Robert Mccormick, who hunted Desert Bighorn sheep last year in Mexico and ended up taking a nearly 170" ram! He had a great experience and it just so happens to be the same hunt we're giving away in our 2025 Summer Hunts giveaway! So, get your tickets in for a chance to have an experience like Roberts. We are also doing another giveaway, if you send us a trail camera picture that was taken anytime in 2024 or 2025 we will enter you in for a chance to win some awesome prizes. There will be multiple winners and the deadline is August 5th, 2025. DM your picture to @epic_hunts on Instagram to enter.

In this episode we call Tyler Bee, who harvested a 245" Mule deer with his bow last year. Rarely is an archery hunt easy and this was no exception. Tyler hunted long and hard and was able to make it happen on an incredible buck. We also talk about some of our trail camera strategies that can save you from missing animals when it matters most.

In this episode the entire crew takes us through their individual optics setups, what pieces of gear they use and what situations they change their gear for. We also talk about some of the application strategies you may not be considering.

In this episode the crew is getting excited over the upcoming Nevada draw results, and other scouting plans, now that summer has rolled in. We also talk about a new service here at Epic Outdoors, where we will build you the perfect long range rifle, sight it in and send you ammo and a programmed rangefinder! If you want an out of the box, ready to hunt rifle, give us a call at 435-263-0777.  

In this episode we get Chris Dunkin, head of Stealth Cam Cellular Products, on the phone to discuss trail camera strategies for 2025 and what we can expect to see this year from Stealth Cam. We are huge fans and avid users of all things Stealth Cam, and the innovation in their cameras never stops impressing us.

In this episode the crew is joined by Will Morgan of Outdoor Edge Knives, who just recently launched their new line of replaceable blade knives. We have used Outdoor Edge knives for years and these new additions are some of the best we've seen. Check out outdooredge.com to view their new products and order yours now.

In this episode the crew discusses a couple of different topics that have been on the mind of our listeners. Would we choose a 200" typical or larger nontypical Mule deer? How do you know how many tags are too many in one year? And how has the unpredictable moisture pattern affected our big game populations for the 2025 season?

In this episode we sit down with three Nevada Department of Wildlife Biologists, Shawn Espinosa, Joe Bennett and Scott Roberts, to talk Nevada Big Game. We focus especially on what hunters can expect to see this year and how Nevada manages their wildlife in such extreme conditions. If you live in, or ever plan to hunt Nevada, this podcast is for you!

In this episode we call one of the winners of this year's Copper State Tag drawing, proving that someone really does win those hunts. The crew also answers a few more questions that were submitted to us by our listeners on Instagram. We answer several questions about what to expect when you book a Western guided hunt, choosing the right guide, shooting expectations and more.

In this episode we are joined by Hunter Hansen with Zeiss Optics to announce their new products. We have been blown away by the quality and build of the newest SFL binoculars from Zeiss. They stand up to the very best in the optics industry, while maintaining affordability.

In this episode the crew takes a look at our home state, which has been getting a lot of buzz lately, due to application and license fee changes. We take a look at what nonresidents can really be expecting to pay if they want to hunt in Utah. We also take a look at other states with application deadlines in April and give our advice on those.