Handguns - Buying, Practicing, Concealing, and more!

In this episode, Dwayne and Zack record live from the field with their experiences in another attempt at a DIY backpacking mule deer hunt in the mountains of Idaho.  Topics include: Logistics TSA locks on guns Gear upgrades Google eyes What you really pay for in a guided/semi-guided hunt Bathroom techniques Another use for WD-40 Mountain weather forecasts

In this episode, Dwayne and Zack get together and talk about the seasons that are upcoming.  Topics include: Scouting and property preparation Virginia Rifle Bear Youth Day Idaho 2020 Rifle deer season

In this episode, Dwayne and Zack dig deeper on "buy once, cry once". We've talked about spending more on ARs, handguns, and optics, so now we're talking in more detail on what you really need in a long-range weapon. Which components are the most important, and what might you see as you go up in price ranges. Less expensive = more mass produced = less quality control Quality of barrel Action “true” Free floated barrel Trigger MOA vs accuracy How much does group size matter? - Brian Litz blog from PrecisionRifleBlog.com Dwayne's results between Ruger Precision and custom rig. Was it worth it? Make sure to follow Hunt Shoot Live on YouTube to see a video review of Dwayne's custom rifle!

In this episode, Dwayne and Zack are joined by Peyton Simmons. Peyton is a fellow hunter and groundhog slayer who is finishing up his active duty time for the US Army. We explore how those previous mountaineering and hunting skills translate into being a soldier, and how military training can help back in the woods.  Topics include:  Military weapons Shooting training Cold weather gear recommendations Mental toughness Simmons charged by a black bear

In this episode, Dwayne and Zack get together and talk about scouting the three big species we hunt in Virginia: Whitetail deer, Black bear, and Turkey. We dig into each species talking about methods of scouting, what time of the year you'd start scouting, and why you may want to scout.  Topics: Deer (00:40) Bear (31:15) Turkey (45:52)

In this episode, Dwayne and Zack are joined by Dr. Brandon Buskill to compare their gear prepping for their 2020 Idaho mule deer hunts and talk about how pumped we all are to get a muley! If you need to reference one of the gear lists, jump straight to the time mentioned. Gear Lists: Dwayne (4:13) -  Pack: Eberlestock Just One Sleeping Bag: Marmot Lithium 0 degree bag Sleeping pad: Big Agnes sleeping pad Tent: Luxe Outdoor Megahorn Tipi Tent Wood Stove: Luxe Outdoor Titanium Stove Stove: Optimus Crux Lite Stove Fuel: Butane/Isopropane Hydration Bladder: Cabelas 3ltr  Water Filter: Sawyer mini Gun: Remington 700 CDL 7mm rem mag Binoculars: Swarovski Optik 10x40 Spotting Scope: Nightforce TS-82 Tripod: Rekon Carbon Fiber FirstLite Clothing: Chamberlin down coat, Uncomphagre puffy pants, Cirrus puffy jacket, Catalyst pant Miscellaneous merino and polyester base layers Food: Mountain House Other gear: knife, bone/wood saw, hatchet, aluminum pot, cup, wipes, small tarp, spork,  lighter, cotton balls/vaseline, game bags, video camera, tripod Zack (30:30) - Pack: Eberlestock Team Elk M5 Boots: Crispi Idaho II Socks: Darn Tough Hunter Full Cushion Sleeping Bag: Therm-a-rest Questar 0 degree Sleeping pad: Klymit Static V Insulated Stove: Etekcity Ultralite portable camping stove Fuel: Butane/Isopropane Water Filter: Sawyer Squeeze Trekking poles: Cascade Mountain Tech Carbon Fiber Quick Lock Gun: Browning X-Bolt Hunter 7mm Rem Mag Binoculars: Vortex Viper HD 10x42 Rangefinder: Sig Sauer KILO2200MR 7x25 Communication: Garmin inReach Mini Music/Podcast Player: Mighty Vibe Battery Pack: Anker PowerCore+ 26800 PD Shooting Sticks: Bog Red-legged devil FirstLite Clothing: Catalyst pant, Catalyst jacket, Kiln hoody, Klamath QZ, Uncompahgre Jacket, Uncompahgre Pants, Catalyst gloves, Furnace top, Furnace zip-off boot top pants WoolX Glacier Heavyweight Shirt and Bottom Underwear: Meriwool Boxers Food: Mountain House Other gear: knife, bone/wood saw, hatchet, aluminum pot, cup, wipes, small tarp, spork,  lighter, cotton balls/vaseline, game bags, video camera, tripod Brandon (59:31) - Pack: Mystery Ranch Metcalf Sleeping Bag: Snugpak Softie Elite 1 Sleeping pad: Thermarest neoair Tent: Coleman 1 man Stove: MSR Pocket Rocket Fuel: Butane/Isopropane REI Nalgene 1ltr  Water treatment: Iodine tablets, Sawyer mini backup Personal Locator Beacon: ACR ResQLink All wool clothes Food: Mountain House Other gear: game bags knife, bone/wood saw, 2 lights plus batteries,  Video Camera,  Knife Sharpener,  Small camp towel,  Toilet paper,  10 L dry bag for sensitive gear, Paracord, Small multi tool, Foam seat pad, Thin 6'x8' tarp, 2 black trash bags, Titanium cup, spork, Butane for stove,  Lighter x 2

In this episode, Dwayne and Zack dig deep on handguns!  "Practice does not make perfect. Only perfect practice makes perfect." - Vince Lombardi Topics include: How to pick the right weapon? Securing your weapon from kids How to get better at shooting your new gun? Conceal carry - Obtaining, Reciprocity, Carry method

In this episode, Dwayne and Zack talk the heartbreak that is the 2020 Wyoming big game lottery and how they're going to overcome! Topics include: Wyoming draw results New hunting plans e-Scouting  How to talk to a game biologist Gear upgrades Mindset

In this episode, Dwayne and Zack answer the question that burns in so many of our wife's minds: "WHY do you have so many guns??" Topics: Zack's next potential pistol purchase Dwayne's new custom long-range rig How many guns do you REALLY need? Why you may want multiple weapons of the same caliber? Related: HK VP9 Vestal's Custom Rifles https://youtu.be/qI60hRuQ5kE

Why should you get someone interested in hunting? What things are you teaching?  Laws Hunter Education License choices How to get kids involved How to recruit and adult hunter and what you may get out of it