Big Hunt Guys

In this solo episode, Trail breaks down his complete approach to summer mule deer scouting. He explains where mature bucks spend their summers, the habitat features he prioritizes, and the key reasons certain areas consistently hold older-age-class deer. Trail also shares the exact notes he records on every buck he scouts—from antler characteristics, travel patterns, bedding locations, behavior, and vulnerability factors. These scouting details help build a reliable profile on each deer long before opening day. Trail also offers up the stats behind the best mule deer bucks he's harvested. He analyzes the elevation, slope, aspect and vegetation type for each buck. Whether you're trying to locate your first mature buck or refine your scouting system for bigger deer, this episode is packed with practical ideas and real-world lessons from chasing mule deer in the West.

In this episode of The Big Hunt Guys Podcast, Brady and Trail sit down with a friend of GOHUNT, Jess Laughter, to talk all things backcountry hunting. Jess shares her approach to archery, including how she selects a bow, dials in her setup, and prepares for hunting season. Jess also recounts her memorable archery mule deer hunt from last season, walking us through the scouting, challenges, key decisions, and the emotions of the hunt from start to finish. Whether you're new to hunting or a seasoned backcountry hunter looking to refine your setup, this episode is packed with practical insights, hunting stories, and lessons learned.

You drew the tag. The rush hits, you call your buddies, and then reality sets in. Now what? In this solo episode, I'm walking you through the exact prep sequence I try to use the second a tag lands in my hand. While some of these might seem very basic, the work happens between the draw results day and the season opener. Because in my opinion, that window right there is what separates a good hunt from a truly memorable one. Drawing the tag isn't the finish line. It's step one. Note: I left e-scouting OUT of this one on purpose. This episode is the foundation: knowing your tag, researching your unit, leaning on the community, understanding the biology, and getting your body and gear ready. The mapping deep dive deserves its own episode, and that's exactly what's coming next. Get this groundwork right, and your e-scouting and boots-on-the-ground scouting will actually pay off.

Check out an article on this process here that can be applied to any state/tag you drew: https://www.gohunt.com/browse/tips-and-tricks/insider/if-you-drew-a-deer-or-elk-tag-in-colorado-start-here-to-prepare-for-your-hunt

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In this episode of the Big Hunt Guys Podcast, we sit down with Jenny Lesieutre for an update on one of the most controversial wildlife and public lands issues in the American West: feral horses and burros. Jenny breaks down the current status of feral horse and burro populations, how their numbers have grown beyond management objectives, and the impacts overpopulation can have on native wildlife, habitat health, water resources, and public lands. We also dive into the history and intent of the Wild Horse and Burro Act, how management has evolved over the decades, and the challenges agencies face today. Whether you're a hunter, conservationist, or rancher, this conversation provides important context on an issue that affects wildlife management across the West. We also discuss practical ways sportsmen can become informed, engaged, and involved in shaping future policy and management decisions.

Check out the article Brady referenced for population data: https://www.gohunt.com/browse/journal/the-life/the-colossal-backlash-of-wild-horses-on-wildlife

In this episode of The Game Trail Podcast, Trail sits down with his brother, Tyler Kreitzer, to discuss black bear baiting. Tyler breaks down how bear baiting works, the preparation that goes into maintaining a bait site, and the strategies hunters use to consistently locate mature bears. They also dive into the ethical questions surrounding baiting, discussing fair chase, wildlife management, hunter responsibility, and the public perception of the practice. Tyler later recounts his recent Wyoming black bear hunt, sharing the details of the bear he harvested over bait—from scouting and setup to the moment of truth and what the experience meant to him as a hunter.