
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 | 789 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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In this episode, Mark catches up with chef, author, and wild game authority Hank Shaw to celebrate the updated and expanded edition of his classic big game cookbook, Buck Buck Moose.
Returning to the podcast for the first time since 2017, Hank break... more
In this "Monday Minute" episode of the Hunt Backcountry Podcast, Steve and Mark answer listener questions on pack loading, sleeping pad protection, strategies for wet hunts and water crossings, advice for hunters who struggle to eat enough, and more.... more
In this episode, Mark is joined by Joshua Brown—an accomplished Alaskan hunter and the only person to complete the historic 1,000-mile Iditarod Trail on foot, bike, and skis. Drawing from his background in extreme winter endurance events and backcoun... more
In this episode, we hear from Levi Barkas and his 15-year-old son, Wyatt, alongside Wyoming hunter Zimmy. What started as a chance encounter at a trailhead during an elk hunt turned into an incredible story of backcountry camaraderie, a sudden medica... more
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Just good quality info. I have been listening for 10+ years
And they don’t have sponsors or commercials
Never time wasted.
This is by far my favorite podcast. I look forward to new episodes each week. It has inspired me and made me a better hunter. After listening to Steve's Bighorn Sheep hunt in the Frank Church Wilderness I started applying and was lucky to draw it last year. I had a major foot injury last year, but got a one year deferral and leave on my hunt in 2 weeks. Thanks Steve and Mark. You guys are awesome!
By far, my favorite podcast on all hunting topics. Real people, real situations, real solutions. I’ve been looking at the K4 for the last year, and now will be waiting for the K4x! Can’t wait.
This is the best hunting podcast out there. No egos or BS. Top notch guests and deep questions. This will really up your game if you practice what you think will work for you.
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A candid, gear- and strategy-forward show focused on backcountry hunting across the West, featuring experienced hunters, guides, biathletes, and gear developers who share practical tactics, field stories, and mindset approaches. Episodes span long-form hunt narratives, expert roundtables, and gear discussions—covering packing meat, post-shot recovery, hydration, conditioning, and decision-making under pressure. A standout trait is its independence from traditional advertising, with a reputation for thoughtful questions, bias-free insights, and a strong emphasis on real-world prep and ethics in difficult mountain hunts.
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Recent guests on The Hunt Backcountry Podcast include:
1. Hank Shaw
2. Joshua Brown
3. Levi Barkas
4. Wyatt Barkas
5. Dan Jordan
6. Nate Simmons
7. Ben Reynolds
8. Isaac Deuling
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