Staying organized on a backcountry hunt, or any hunt for that matter, isn’t just about convenience—it’s about efficiency, safety, and ultimately success. When everything you need is on your back, the difference between a smooth,...

So you pulled yourself a general tag!? First, CONGRATS!  Second… Welcome to your upcoming fall reality.   Hunting elk on a general tag is less of a peaceful walk in the woods and more of a...

Are you planning an archery elk hunt? The time to scout is now! If you asked ten different successful elk hunters, you'd probably get ten different answers. But in my opinion, the best time to...

There’s something about spring that flips the switch. The snow starts pulling back, the hills start calling, and you feel that itch to get back after it. It’s not just a season, it’s the kickoff....

Spring is in the air and the panic pack has begun—you know what I’m talking about. Pacing throughout the house, talking to yourself, stuffing anything and everything into your tote or pack that you think...

When it comes to backcountry gear, versatility is king. You only have so much room in your pack—and every piece of equipment needs to serve more than one purpose. That’s why the Cub Accessory Bag...

I get a lot of questions about elk hunting, but one of the most common is about my archery setup. Of course, this is a personal decision with plenty of room for individual preferences, but...

The opening day of spring bear in Idaho has always floated around April 15th. Last year, I got the call to join my brother Cody and our buddy Dennis for a hunt deep in the...

Big Bears and Close Calls It’s funny how life changes as we grow. One day, you’re excited to take your 10-year-old daughter on her first bear hunt. Then you blink, and that little girl asks...

A Great Start     Two weeks ago, my buddy Justin and I set out for our last hoorah of the September archery elk season. Ten minutes into the first day, Justin shot a nice...

My Elk Hunt       Midway through my senior year of high school, I had a plan: work for the summer, save money, quit my job, and hunt all fall. I was tired of school...

You'll never forget that first bull, especially that first bull taken with a bow. From growing up hunting the flatlands of Florida to coming out West and fulfilling a lifelong dream of harvesting a bull...

Backcountry backpack hunting requires a lot of physical exertion and endurance, which means that proper nutrition is critical to fuel your body for the task at hand. Hunting for days on end takes its toll...

How well do you know your body? Do you know the right amount of calories you should be taking in when you have a long day of hunting ahead? Do you know how much food...

Winning the Men’s Masters division and Overall Train To Hunt 2019 Challenge required some creativity in my training. I'm going to share one of my fitness secrets that helped me achieve this win. As a...

“Hello. My name is Steve, and I despise gyms.” (“Welcome Steve!”) Mountain fitness has become a craze these days. There’s now a myriad of stellar hunting-specific programs to work you into phenomenal physical condition.  For...

When I shot my first black bear 15 years ago, my family wasn’t sure how they felt about it. Since then, this recipe has become a family favorite, and they’re now excited when more Bear...

There’s something different about a spring bear. It’s not the heavy, fat-laden animal of fall feeding on berries and carrion. Spring bear is leaner, cleaner—built on grasses, roots, and whatever green life is pushing through...

“I really wish I knew how to cook with this stainless steel pan. I always see people on the ‘gram’ making great looking steak. I never could figure it out.”“You should try it if you think...

Texture: Soft and akin to a granola bar.  Nutrition: Less dense with carbohydrate and protein being the main nutrients.  Prep: Simple.  Kyle recommends doubling the cinnamon and vanilla if you opt to reduce sugar content. ...