Dan's tips for getting into shape for your elk hunts.
"I think the biggest thing to keep in mind is to just keep it real. You don't have to be a world-class endurance athlete to hunt the mountains. However, heading into a hunt like this with poor preparation will not only likely leave you disappointed, but it might also ruin much of the enjoyment of the hunt you came there for in the first place..."
Caribou Game Bags, lightweight, durable, reusable, and many different sizes to meet the needs of a specific hunt.
Staying on Track in the Off Season - Wilderness Athlete Review
Let’s face it – most of us have, at one time or another, gone on a health “kick.” We’ve tried […]
Backpacking Gear List by Backcountry Editor Nate Simmons
"This is the list that over a decade of backpack elk hunting has brought me to. As you’ll see, there are many things I take along with me..."
Swarovski Spotting Scopes ATX & STX Review
Swarovski's revolutionary ATX and STX modular spotting scopes have changed the optics landscape forever.
Randy Ulmer: High Level Scent Elimination
"The problem with early season elk hunting is that it is usually warm, and if you’re like me, you’re typically moving (and sweating) a great deal. I have two different scent control regimens I use, depending on whether I’m hunting from a vehicle camp or hunting from a backpack camp..."
Hydration 101
"Pushing your body in the backcountry in less than ideal physical condition is hard; pushing a poorly conditioned, dehydrated body is downright dangerous due to increased risk of heart attack and hyperthermia..."