The Hunt Backcountry Podcast

In this episode, a listener of the show, Jim, shares his experience and insights on hunting mountain lions in the Pacific Northwest. He discusses the best times and locations to hunt, calling strategies and hunting techniques, the importance of patience and woodsmanship, and the unique experience of eating mountain lion meat. If you want a better understanding of the challenges and excitement that come with hunting these elusive predators, you will enjoy this episode.

"It's high energy and high adrenaline."

Jim's Instagram: @pnw_mountain_lion

CHAPTERS...

00:02:02 — Jim's Background and Experience
00:05:37 — Historical Figures in Hunting
00:08:14 — Understanding Mountain Lion Hunting Seasons
00:11:19 — Oregon's Mountain Lion Quotas and Regulations
00:15:25 — The Experience of Eating Mountain Lion
00:17:23 — Aging and Sizing Mountain Lions
00:19:49 — Targeting Areas for Mountain Lion Hunting
00:24:47 — Calling Techniques and Setups
00:29:01 — Placement and Visibility in Calling
00:33:16 — Stealth and Approach of Mountain Lions
00:36:38 — Equipment and Safety in Mountain Lion Hunting
00:40:29 — Close Calls and Recovery Experiences
00:42:54 — Vocalizations and Calling Strategies
00:44:41 — Patience and Woodsmanship in Hunting
00:46:29 — State Regulations and Costs for Mountain Lion Hunting
00:50:24 — Overlooked Hunting Adventures

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Steve & Mark are back from Hunt Expo and share some thoughts from the show, and also answer listener-submitted questions about the best K4 Pack Accessory, what is different on the packs that Exo sells to the Military, if they will be shooting a new flagship bow for 2026, and more...

Links for this episode...

The Experience Challenge Waitlist: https://exomtngear.com/challenge

Roughridge Stove: https://roughridgestove.com/

K4 Nalgene Holder: https://exomtngear.com/nalgene

K4 Pack Materials: https://exomtngear.com/usa

Wild Sheep Society of BC's Mountain Hunting Expo: https://www.wildsheepsociety.com/mhe

Northwest Hunt Expo in OR: https://nwhuntexpo.com/

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In this episode, a listener of the show, Caleb, shares his journey into sheep hunting in Alaska, detailing his first successful solo hunt. He discusses the challenges he faced, including planning, logistics, and the importance of hydration and nutrition. Caleb reflects on the emotional aspects of the hunt, the thrill of spotting and taking a legal ram, and the physical demands of packing out.

"I was ready to get out."

Caleb's Self-Filmed Hunt Video — https://youtu.be/-pZ3PxHc7iA

The Experience Challenge — https://exomtngear.com/challenge

CHAPTERS...

00:02:19 — Caleb's Background and Move to Alaska
00:07:26 — First Sheep Hunt Experience
00:10:30 — Planning the Successful Sheep Hunt
00:18:40 — The Hunt Begins: Setting Up Camp
00:24:06 — Challenges of Solo Hunting and Water Management
00:32:06 — The Opener: Anticipation and Illness
00:37:51 — Spotting the Legal Ram
00:45:47 — The Moment of Truth: Taking the Shot
00:50:10 — Reflections on the Accomplishment
01:02:21 — Packing Out: The Reality of the Journey
01:08:55 — Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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Steve & Mark answer your questions about The Experience Challenge — discussing the official launch date, participant eligibility, challenge details, required gear, the purpose behind the challenge, and more...

Join the Challenge waitlist: https://exomtngear.com/challenge

Links for this episode...

The Experience Challenge: https://exomtngear.com/challenge

Mark's Sheep Gear List (and video): https://exomtngear.com/sheep-gear

Joey's Sheep Gear List: https://katmaiguideservice.com/dall-sheep-gear-and-equipment/

Western Hunting & Conservation Expo in SLC: https://huntexpo.com/

Wild Sheep Society of BC's Mountain Hunting Expo: https://www.wildsheepsociety.com/mhe

Northwest Hunt Expo in OR: https://nwhuntexpo.com/

The Hunt Backcountry Podcast is brought to you by Exo Mtn Gear: https://exomtngear.com/

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A listener of the show, Russell, joins us to share the story of a do-it-yourself elk and mule deer in Colorado, which he went on with his Dad, brother, and a couple of llamas. As non-residents, we hear how they planned and prepared for this hunt, what Russell learned from pre-season scouting, how the hunt unfolded, what they experienced hunting with llamas for the first time, and much more.

"I just want to go hunt."

CHAPTERS...

00:04:06 — Choosing Colorado: The Hunt's Background
00:09:03 — The Unique Experience of Hunting with Llamas
00:15:00 — Scouting and Preparing for the Hunt
00:26:49 — The First Days of Hunting: Successes and Challenges
00:39:46 — Lessons Learned from the Hunt
00:56:00 — Reflections on the Experience and Future Plans

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