The Western Rookie - Hunting Podcast
Sportsmen's EmpireThe Western Rookie Hunting Podcast is dedicated to those who are interested in becoming better western hunters. Elk hunting, mule deer hunting, antelope hunting and other western big game species will all be up for discussion in this educational and entertaining podcast. The guys will also discuss the logistics of western hunting along with the gear that you will need in order to be successful.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 256 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | WildernessSportsTechnology | |||
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Elk hunting is not about luck—it is about putting yourself in the right 200-yard bubble at the right time, with enough days left to make the moment count. Tim Kent breaks down nearly two decades of hard-earned lessons chasing elk from the East, inclu... more
Colorado just changed the elk hunting game—and the next round of regulations could reshape how residents and non-residents chase tags, points, and opportunity. If you hunt the West, this is the kind of episode that can save you years of confusion and... more
Mule deer are still the vanishing icon of the West, and if you care about public land hunting, this conversation explains exactly why. Greg Sheehan, CEO of the Mule Deer Foundation, lays out the hard truth behind the decline, what changed after the m... more
Western Kansas can make you a better hunter - or break your ego fast. Travis Glassman reveals how he consistently patterns mature whitetails and mule deer in one of the toughest, flattest, most overlooked deer countries in the West.
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- Love the new direction
Great first guest, I just started listening to Jaden’s pod a month or so ago and have been back through most of his episodes.
Apple Podcasts5T2023yeyhevsbdhrjirje
United Statesa year ago - Good content, poor audio
I feel like your audio quality has dropped off significantly in the past few months, to where it’s hard to listen to a full episode. Even the guest calling in is significantly easier to hear.
Apple Podcasts3T2023yeyhevsbdhrjirjeUnited Statesa year ago - BBD
Bring back Dan, just a better listen overall.
Apple Podcasts2DiggsJrUnited States3 years ago - Keeping it real
None of these reviews shown are for the Western Rookie, but instead for the original feed of The Backcountry Rookie with host Chad Ryker.
Nothing bad to say about the new show and host, but it should stand in its own without riding the coattails of the previous show’s popularity.
Apple Podcasts3ElkBro JoeUnited States4 years ago - Fantastic
Great show! I stumbled upon it because I was looking to create a podcast just like it. I’m AD military and a rookie in the backcountry and have been researching to go in my first elk hunt. If your ever looking to take another military member along with you guys let me know!
Thanks for the great show
-Max
Apple Podcasts5HavsysusnsbzbzbajUnited States6 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #230 | United States/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #46 |  Mexico/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #119 |  Denmark/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #219 |  South Africa/Sports/Wilderness |
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What is The Western Rookie about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show covers Western big-game hunting with a practical, experience-forward lens. Episodes frequently center on elk and mule deer strategies, from e-scouting and digital mapping to boots-on-the-ground planning, gear choices, and season logistics. The conversations often feature guest experts—from wildlife managers and physicians to gear/map specialists—who share actionable tactics, field-tested insights, and real-world stories designed to help listeners plan safer, more successful hunts. A notable thread is the balance between high-tech planning and hands-on experience, plus a recurring emphasis on preparation, adaptability, and responsible hunting. The format tends to mix tactical how-tos, gear reviews, and policy or access consideratio... more
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Recent guests on The Western Rookie include:
1. Adam Parr
2. Greg Sheehan
3. Travis Glassman
4. Kurt Belding
5. Aaron Hepler
6. Jaden Bales
7. Aaron Berg
8. Jake Ramsey
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