
Backcountry hunters talking backcountry hunting. No advertisers or sponsors, no fluff, no BS. We discuss tactics, strategies, gear, hunt stories, and more — featuring a wide variety of guests, from industry experts to everyday listeners of the show. Your hosts, Steve & Mark, have decades of experience hunting the mountains for elk, deer, bear, antelope, sheep, mountain goats, moose, caribou, and m... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 725 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SportsHealth & FitnessWilderness | |||

Like most backcountry hunters, we are passionate about the gear we use. At the end of each year, we like to highlight some of the favorite gear we have used for hunts throughout that year and discuss why those particular items made a difference for u... more
In this episode, we are joined by Tara & Alex from Idaho Fish & Game to discuss the all-new draw process for non-resident general elk and deer tags for Idaho's 2026 big game hunting season. We hear why the process that had been in place needed to cha... more
Steve and Mark answer your listener-submitted questions on this Monday Minute episode. They discuss Idaho's new and upcoming non-resident tag application process, an update on Steve's moose hunt, their experience with meat damage based on shot placem... more
Steve and Mark just returned from Kodiak and they answer your listener-submitted questions on this Monday Minute episode.
They also discuss Exo's once-a-year sale, which starts tomorrow (November 18, 2025). If you are hearing this episode as it is r... more
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You have the best podcast on the air. I have been listening since the beginning and haven’t been disappointed. Super informative and down to earth without all the fill and fluff. I have been fortunate to participate in a two of your podcasts. Keep up the great work.
Curt Boyle
Down to earth! Super informative and helpful podcast! Thank you
Love the content keep it coming.
Great podcast. Interesting guests and great topics
This is just a normal podcast for Steve and Mark, but that is the thing about their podcast. Each one has unbiased and valuable information from a couple of guys that have great passion for their industry and what they do. They do not push their product at all. They seems to work really hard to bring valuable information to those involved in back country hunting. I hunted when I was young and am just now getting interested again. I am 65 and just wish I had known about this at least 20 year... more
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This podcast focuses on backcountry hunting, offering a wealth of knowledge about strategies, tactics, and gear associated with hunting various North American species, such as elk, deer, bear, and more. The hosts share personal experiences and invite a diverse range of guests that includes industry experts and passionate enthusiasts, ensuring listeners gain practical insights. Unique to this show is its commitment to delivering unbiased content without any advertising, promoting genuine discussions that prioritize the interests of the hunting community.
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Recent guests on The Hunt Backcountry Podcast include:
1. Tara Riker
2. Alex Erickson
3. Chris Denham
4. Dr. Andy Galpin
5. Jay Scott
6. Blake Cannon
7. Trent Fisher
8. Darin Cooper
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