How to Break Down a Clearcut for Oregon Blacktail Deer
Most hunters glance at a clearcut and drive on. Here’s how to actually break one down: the six spots inside every Coast Range clearcut worth glassing, and why most guys never find deer consistently.
Blacktail Deer Hunting: Where to Find Oregon’s Grey Ghosts
Find Columbia blacktail deer in Oregon’s coast range clearcuts and Cascade foothills. E-scouting tips, gear advice, and real stories from Failed Outdoors.
Duck and Coot Showdown and Elk Season Wrap Up
It’s late November and we’re back in the blind for another Road Hunter Podcast hunt. The ducks were slow, but the coots kept things interesting: we ended the morning with 3 coot, 2 ducks, and plenty of laughs. Related: duck blind talk. While we wait on birds, we break down the final days of elk […]
Eastern Oregon Elk Hunt and Eli’s Last-Day Buck Miss | Road Hunter Podcast
Join us in the Eastern Oregon backcountry as we chase elk, glass the ridges, and talk through one of the biggest moments of the season: Eli missing a big buck on the very last day of deer season.In this episode of The Road Hunter Podcast, we break down what happened, what we learned, and how […]
Duck Blind Talk on The Road Hunter Podcast
This duck blind public land sit on Savvi Island turned into an unforgettable hunt. 🦆 We double up on two birds while calling in ducks and swapping stories about the season. As deer season winds down, we talk about shifting gears into elk season: what we’ve learned, what’s next, and why the grind never stops […]
Late October Deer Hunting: Where Are the Bucks? 🦌- The Road Hunter Podcast
In this episode of The Road Hunter Podcast, we talk about the slow late-October deer hunting season. Deer sightings have been scarce, and the rut feels late this year. We share what we’re seeing (and not seeing) in the field, discuss weather and moon phase factors, and swap thoughts on how to stay patient when […]
Ryan’s Trophy Elk Bow Hunt Gone Wrong | Road Hunter Podcast
This bow hunting elk tracking story doesn’t have an easy ending. Ryan shares a deeply personal and emotional story from this past bow season: a once-in-a-lifetime shot on a massive trophy elk… that didn’t go as planned. Related: Brayden’s bowhunting elk story. He walks us through the moment of the shot, the confidence he had […]
The Shots You Miss: Why Hunters Fail & What You Can Learn | The Road Hunter Podcast
Ever missed a shot you were sure you’d make? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Road Hunter Podcast, we dive deep into the shots that didn’t land: from buck fever and bad angles to mental slip-ups and gear failures. We break down real hunting experiences, what went wrong, and how you can prepare […]
🎉 100 Subscribers Giveaway + Beginner Hunting Tips | The Road Hunter Podcast
The Road Hunter Podcast has officially hit 100 subscribers, and we’re celebrating with a giveaway! 🎁 In this episode, we share all the details on how you can enter to win. We also dive into some essential beginner hunting tips, covering gear, scouting, and strategies to help new hunters get started the right way. Whether […]
Travel Management Rules – The Good, the Bad & What You Need to Know
On this episode of The Road Hunter Podcast, we dive deep into travel management and how it affects your time in the field. Whether you’re out #scouting new areas, planning your next #deerhunting trip, or prepping for #ElkHunting season, understanding these rules can make or break your hunt. We break down the good, the ugly, […]