Waypoint Outfitters Podcast
by Waypoint Outfitters
The Waypoint Outfitters Podcast takes you deep into the heart of the hunt — from the excitement of booking your next adventure to the preparation, stories, and memories that follow. Join our guides, clients, friends, and family as we share real hunting experiences, lessons from the field, and the camaraderie that makes every trip unforgettable. Whether you’re gearing up for your first hunt or reliving past adventures, this podcast brings the spirit of Waypoint Outfitters straight to your ears.
Episodes
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Episode 45- Fall Bear Hunt
This episode we have a Cody, a long time client, on to discuss the difficulties of finding bears this year, the camaraderie among the team, and some funny moments that made the trip memorable.
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Episode 44- 5th Week of Archery with Cade Clayson
This is the episode Josh has been waiting a long time for. We sit down with Cade Clason, professional motocross racer, to talk about his hunt during one of the toughest weeks of archery season. How does a professional athlete stack up against experienced clients and guides? Find out as Cade…
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Episode 43 - Week 2 Archery 2026 with Seth and Cody
Morgan, Josh, Cody, and Seth break down the highs and lows of Week 2 of archery season. They review the stats, talk about the clients and opportunities in the field, share what went right and what went wrong, and explain why the week was still considered a success.
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Episode 42- Week 1 Archery 2026 w/ Cody and Jay
Jay, Cody, and Morgan sit down for a quick recap of Week 1 while the rest of the crew searches for a bull. Archery Season 2026 kicked off with excitement, heartache, and promising stats from public-land elk hunting, even though no clients brought home meat.
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Episode 41- Wilderness Hunt in Grizzly Country w/ Alex & Wade
Episode 41: When Mama Grizzly Says "Get Out" What started as a spring bear hunt quickly turned into a fight-or-flight moment none of them will ever forget. Join Josh, Alex, and Wade as they recount the day an angry mama grizzly and her cubs were spotted at 1000 yards away—and they watched how...
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Episode 40 - Bear Season Recap w/ Seth and Cody
Spring Bear Season Stories with Cody and Seth Spring bear season delivered, and Cody and Seth are here to tell you all about it! In this episode, we're diving into the highs and lows of their recent hunts—the intense stalks, the heart-pounding misses, and the tough calls on passes that didn't…
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Episode 39- Saga of Speed
The Saga of Speed Part 3 Speed takes us behind the scenes in this episode, and you're not going to want to miss it! Ever wondered what it takes to become a guide? Speed pulls back the curtain on his time as an instructor at guide school, sharing unforgettable stories about the students he trained...
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Episode 38- Saga of Speed Part 2
The Saga of Speed Part 2 Speed is back, and his story gets even more incredible! In this episode, we dive deep into the moment that changed everything—when Speed found faith and became a Christian. But the journey didn't get easier from there. Hear about the intense hardships that tested his...
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Episode 37- Saga of Speed Part 1
The Saga of Speed: Part 1 - A Life Worth Following Join us for the first installment of our special series as we sit down with Speed Tessier, a living legend whose story spans decades of adventure, service, and unwavering faith. From becoming a Marine to leading backcountry hunts as a seasoned...
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Episode 37- Rifle Setup with Tom Kirkland
We sat down with Tom Kirkland, owner of Big Bull Sports in Thompson Falls, Montana, for a deep dive into all thing's firearms. From trusted gun brands and optic setups to bullet selection, Tom shares what matters most when you’re building a reliable hunting gun. He also breaks down our...
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Episode 36- Q&A with Josh and Jay
In this weeks episode we go over some of the questions you sent into us! We have so many questions to answer we will be getting to every one of them in this episode and the future episodes.
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Episode 35 - Stay Hard
In this weeks episode we go over the importance of working out, getting your mind and body prepared for your hunt will only benefit you.
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Episode 34- Gearing up for your hunt
In this episode, Josh Morgan and Jay break down everything you need to know to get ready for your next hunt. From choosing the right gear to understanding what essentials you should already have, they share practical tips and real-world advice on how to make the most of your equipment in the…
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Episode 33- Rifle Week 1
On this episode we talk to long time client Mikey about his hunt with us. We also talk to our guide Cody about how to better prepare yourself to hunt in the Northwest.
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Episode 32- Archery Season 2025
Some of the Waypoint Crew sits down and talks about the 2025 Archery Season.
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Episode 31: Spring Season w/Cody Schlimme
In this episode we sit down with the newest member of our team, Cody Schlimme, to discuss our apprenticeship program, 2025 spring bear and turkey season, and how important hydration is.
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Episode 30: Guide Life with George Nass
On this episode we sit down with former outfitter, local guide, and houndsman George Nass to talk about .... everything, We hit on guiding, gear, outfitting, hound hunting, good clients, bad clients and so much more.
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Episode 29: New addition w/ Kole Campbell
This week we introduce the newest guide that joined our team last year, Kole. He was a great addition to the team with a 120% honest opportunity rate on his first archery season as a guide. We cover how he became a hunter, what the difference between hunting and guiding is, and he gives some good...
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Episode 28: Black Belts of Black Powder w/ Keith Casteel
In the kickoff episode of 2025 Josh sits down with one of his heroes, Keith Casteel, world renowned flintlock maker, to discuss hunting, gun making, and many more stories you don't want to miss!!
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Episode 27: Enjoying God's Country w/Jim Webley
We sit down with pastor and guide Jim Webley to talk about a couple special hunts he has been on in the past. If you have never listened to an episode this is one that you will want to hear. We are fortunate enough to have Jim as a part of our team and to listen to his knowledge and understanding...
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Episode 26: Archery Week 4 Recap with Tom & Ike
In this weeks episode we sit down with our clients Ike and Tom to get some insight on the clients point of view hunting with us. We were fortunate enough to have Ike back in camp with us after a horrific first experience in the previous elk camp (before we took over) he brought Tom along for his...
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Episode 25: Archery Week 3 Recap w/ Waypoint guides
Archery Week 3 Recap
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Episode 24: Archery Week 2 Recap w/Waypoint guides
In this episode we tiredly recap one of the best weeks we have had in archery season. Join us as we piece together some of the stories of week 2 archery season
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Episode 23: Archery Week 1 Recap w/Seth Hershey
In this weeks episode we sit down with Seth Hershey, one of our newest team members, to recap the first week of archery season.
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Episode 22: Challenges w/Rob Yoder
In this weeks episode we sit down with our competition to discuss the challenges of guiding. Rob Yoder and Josh tell some stories about bad clients, hunts they will never forget, and more.
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Episode 21: The Future is Looking Bright w/Wade Merschat &Cj Yoder
To kick off the new season we sit down with the next generation of guides. Wade Merschat, CJ Yoder, Aiden Currie, and Collin Norton tell stories of their adventures at a young age and where they hope to be in the future.
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Episode 20: Advanced Hide & Seek w/Sam Bushman
This episode is a bit different! We had special guest Sam Bushman (Jays sister) to sit in as a non hunter and learn about the diminishing art of trapping and hound hunting.
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Episode 19: 2023 Rifle Recap w/ Waypoint Team
In this episode we sit down with Trombley, Jay and a seasoned guide Zac to recap a quick rifle season, go over some gear that essential to hunting in our area, and some advice for clients preparing to hunt with us.
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Episode 18: Hoochie Mama w/Jay Bushman
In this weeks episode we back track to our spring bear season and recap Jays Archery season.
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Episode 17: Joshy Squashy w/Aaron Harris
We're Back!Join us for the first episode of the season, We recap some of our archery season with Josh, Aaron and Trombley.
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Episode 16: Hard Questions, Honest Answers w/ Jay and Lydia Bushman
Josh, Morgan, Jay, and new guest Lydia sit down to ruffle some feathers on honest topics. If you are looking for an outfitter to book with you don't want to miss this episode. We pinpoint the right questions to ask, the gear to focus on, and some tips on how to get ready for a guided western hunt.
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Episode 15: Decades of Experience w/ Dick Heavner & Calvin Schrock
Over 200 years of hound hunting experience sits at one table and tells stories of hunting, technology, hounds, and how it all has changed over the years. In this episode we talk to Josh's idol in bear hunting, Dick Heavner, Jim Merschat, and Calvin Schrock about the advancement of big game hound...
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Episode 14: On-Point with Waypoint w/ Michael Hartmen
In this weeks episode we sat down with long time friend and outfitter Michael Hartmen of On-Point Outfitters and his guides to talk about bird hunting and dog. We continue getting an insight into what all hunters that use dogs have in common, the love for the dogs and the sport.
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Episode 13: Passion for Pay w/ Backbone Mountain Guide Service
On this episode we sit down with Jeremy and Erik , owners and guides of Backbone Mountain Guide Service, to talk hound hunting in different areas of the country, the passion and determination it takes to run a hound hunting operation, and to tell stories that describe the love they have for the...
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Episode 12: Cat on a Stick w/ Jim Merschat and Waypoint Team
We promise this episode is worth the wait. We sit down with Jim Merschat, Josh's dad, to talk about the first 2 weeks of our hound hunting season. Also joining to add into the conversation is Walker, Brock, and Ben.
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Episode 11: Rifle Season Wrap up w/Brock Sennett
We had many requests to hear Brock (spotted elk) join the podcast, so we sat down with him and asked about his experience as an apprentice with Waypoint Outfitters, told stories about the final week of rifle, and gave some insight on what could be changing next year. Thank you to all our…
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Episode 10: Exxageration and Exhaustion w/ Waypoint Guides
We finally had some free time to sit down and update everyone on the past couple weeks of rifle season.
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Episode 9: When the Fog Lifts w/ Levi Merschat
In this episode we have guest and cousin Levi Merschat with us to help tell Morgan's first hunting story on a mule deer buck. We also tell this weeks success stories for the 1st week of rifle season.
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Episode 8: The Full Montana Experience w/ Mike Davis & Jimmy Reel
After returning from the break we sit down and reflect on the success of guide week, go over how we are transitioning from archery season to rifle season and the gear that has been added to the packs. We also have our long time friends, and return clients, Jimmy Reel and Mike Davis, to tell their...
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Episode 7: Archery Season Wrap Up with Devin Hager
Archery season 2022 is a wrap. In this episode we reflect on the final week of archery season for the year, go over the stats of the season from beginning until end, and list the many jobs that are included in being an elk guide, We invite our guest and best friend Devin Hager to tell some…
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Episode 6: Can't Cheat the Mountain with Waypoint Guides
In this episode we have a guest client on the podcast to tell his story about killing his first bull elk and what the experience was like being on a guided hunt. We dive in to the harder topics to discuss spot stealing, working together as a team, what you should ask outfitters, what to look for…
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Episode 5: Close Encounters w/ Bear Attack Ben
In this episode of the podcast the crew tells stories about their close encounters with various animals in the wild, along with the much anticipated story of Ben's bear attack.
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Episode 4: Trust the Process w/Waypoint Guides
Join us for a recap of the second week of Montana Archery Season. Topics Discussed: Trusting the process, opportunities, hunter harassment, starving for a job, and more nightmare stories in the outfitting world
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Episode 3: On Sorrow Ridge w/ Waypoint Guides
In this podcast we sit down with Josh, Jay, and Walker to give a quick recap of their week and a successful 1st week of archery at Waypoint Outfitters.
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Episode 2: A Great Analogy w/ Sandon Chavez
In this episode, after a week of spring bear hunting, we sit down with out client, fellow guide, and friend Sandon Chavez and our guide Joshua Schrock to talk about spring bear hunting, different styles of guiding, DIY hunting, and many more interesting topics with some classic analogies.
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Episode 1 : Layman's Terms with Ryan Furrer
In the latest episode of our podcast Blood Money, we sit with professional archer, lifetime hunter and longtime friend, Ryan Furrer, to compare eastern whitetail hunting to western elk hunting during archery season, how to prepare for a guided hunt, and what to look for in an outfitter.
About this show
The Waypoint Outfitters Podcast takes you deep into the heart of the hunt — from the excitement of booking your next adventure to the preparation, stories, and memories that follow. Join our guides, clients, friends, and family as we share real hunting experiences, lessons from the field, and the camaraderie that makes every trip unforgettable. Whether you’re gearing up for your first hunt or reliving past adventures, this podcast brings the spirit of Waypoint Outfitters straight to your ears.
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