Bill Ayer, CEO of Slayer Calls, joins us to share his story of how Slayer Calls got it's start, the innovation and inspiration behind the ArchAngel Bugle Tube, a CRAZY story of trotting...calling...hiding...shooting...and getting it done, simplifying elk and elk hunting, and much more.  This podcast has us amp'd up to get our hands on the ArchAngel Bugle Tube and a new call that is yet to be released. We know you will enjoy this episode of the Elk Junkie podcast ..read more

Incredible story alert!!! In this episode of the Elk Junkie Podcast, we sit down with Ryan Carter, an extremely successful hunter and outfitter. We discuss many topics in this podcast such as trail camera regulations, shed hunting, and more, but our absolute favorite part of this podcast is Ryan sharing one of his most memorable elk hunts.  This story is one not to miss.  We hope you enjoy this episode of the Elk Junkie podcast ..read more

In this episode of the Elk Junkie podcast, Lance and Dave discuss wildlife policy, particularly, Utah's recent trail camera policy.  They discuss the importance of understanding your states wildlife laws and staying engaged to influence policy.  In addition, they talk about their recent 3D archery shoot at the Hardware Ranch Classic and archery shoots in general ..read more

In this episode of the Elk Junkie podcast, professional wildlife photographer Jason Loftus talks photography, hunting, wildlife and so much more. Jason is the owner of Untamed Images by JL and co-host of the Wild and Exposed podcast.  Jason found his passion for wildlife photography through his love of hunting. In this episode of the Elk Junkie podcast, we talk about trail camera regulations, hunting and being all about the meat, the most difficult animal to photograph, respecting wildlife while photographing and how to approach animals, how photography can make you a better hunter, bugli ..read more

We are super excited to share this episode of the Elk Junkie podcast with everyone.  We went through all of the podcast episodes in 2021 and pulled out some of our favorites nuggets of advice from our guests.  Our guests include Dirk "The Bugler" Durham, Travis Ball, Damon Stone, Nate Richards, Covy Jones, Rusty Robinson, Kyle Douglas, Lea Leggitt, Mia Anstine, KC Wall, and Brook Chappel. It's kinda like going down memory lane for us.  We think the advice collected in this podcast will surely help each of us be better hunters.  We hope you enjoy it.  ..read more

In this episode of the Elk Junkie podcast we share our thoughts on some of the signs to look for that the elk rut is in full swing.  From bulls wallowing in the mud to the pre-orbital gland secreting an aroma that only a cow elk could love, we share some of our observations and knowledge of the rut.  Thanks for listening to the Elk Junkie podcast.  If you have an elk related story you would like to share, send us an email at info@elkjunkie.com or send us a direct message on Instagram at @officialelkjunkie ..read more

In this episode of the Elk Junkie podcast, we visit with Lydia Smith, a talented artist, successful hunter, hunting guide, owner of Ivory Peaks brand, and so much more. We cover many topics to include Lydia's successful 2021 archery elk hunt where she harvested a 6x7 bull she named Callisto. Lydia describes how she targeted Callisto and what an unusual bull he was with a blind eye and a sagging belly that would make a pig jealous. Lydia describes how it all played out, from a tree nearly smashing her tent to a cow elk that kept Lydia pinned down until the moment finally presented itself. We co ..read more

In this episode of the Elk Junkie podcast, we visit with Bill Vanderheyden, Co-Founder and Lead Engineer of Iron Will Outfitters, a company that specializes in premium arrow broadheads and hunting knives that are backed by an unbelievable warranty. Bill shares the story behind Iron Will Outfitters and the need for better broadheads and knives. We talk about the different styles of Iron Will Outfitters’ broadheads and knives, how incredibly light the knives are, bone breaking impact provided by the broadheads, starting a business in today’s industry, and much more.  We hope you enjoy this ..read more

In this episode of the Elk Junkie podcast, we share lessons learned from Lance’s recent experience self-filming his limited entry archery elk hunt. Lance purchased a Sony Alpha A6600 digital SLR camera and attempted to video his own hunt.  We stress attempted...haha. We cover knowing your camera, having quick access to your camera, camera equipment, verifying settings, cleaning your lens, having extra batteries and memory cards, capturing plenty of footage, telling a story, capturing B-roll, practicing beforehand, and more.  Dave also shares a story where he punches himself in the fa ..read more

In this episode of the Elk Junkie podcast, we visit with Brook Chappell. Brook shares his 2021 early season rifle elk hunt on the Fish Lake / Thousand Lakes Plateau unit in Utah. Brook waited 17 years to draw this limited-entry tag and he wasted no time closing the deal. Brook's story is full of captivating detail which really shows his love of hunting.  We cover setting up cameras (and we mean cameras in the most plural sense), 320/330-inch bull at 300 yards...Nah, MOOOO...that's my dad, making a choice (patient vs. aggressive), 75 yards with a rifle, using the gun you are comfortable wi ..read more