Episode 37 - Shot Sequence

Episode: Fred Bear’s Fourth Commandment of Bowhunting Release Date: June 11, 2023 -On the Trail … Man that was a big move… and are you done with your draws? -(3:23) Question of the week from Gene I use Thunderhead Broadheads which uses replaceable blades. Can those be sharpened as well? If so, how? I have been reluctant to shoot birds with a bow because of potential broadhead & arrow destruction. As opposed to big game, on level ground you're usually shooting downward with the arrow traveling at high speed after it passes through the bird and into the ground. Any solution to this issue? -(11:01) Exercise of the week – Stretching/Yoga I know it’s hard to get into stretching, but it’s supprisingly good for you, so… you should probably be doing it, and I probably should too. -(15:55) Commandment #3 – Fred Bear’s 4th law of Bowhunting The Best camouflage pattern is called, “Sit down and be quiet!” Your grandpa hunted deer in a red plaid coat. Think about that for a second. In this segment we look into how deer see and what you need to do to beat their eyes. They’re better than you might think. References: -https://www.themeateater.com/wired-to-hunt/whitetail-hunting/deer-vision-how-whitetails-see-color-light-and-movement -https://deerassociation.com/the-20-biggest-deer-research-discoveries-of-the-last-decade/ -https://getd.libs.uga.edu/pdfs/miller_elizabeth_a_201305_ms.pdf The Beyond Hunter Ed – Broadhead Sharpening 101 https://youtu.be/g1zeXAwMZ3w The Not So Basic Basics of Bowhunting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gtcmd7n2w1M KME Self-Aligning Broadhead Sharpening Jig: https://www.3riversarchery.com/kme-self-aligning-broadhead-sharpening-jig.html Work Sharp Precision Adjust Elite Knife Sharpener: https://www.amazon.com/Work-Sharp-Precision-Additional-Sharpening/dp/B09FWWDFF9/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1U16P1WY4QE5A&keywords=worksharp+precision+adjust+elite&qid=1685406586&sprefix=workshar%2Caps%2C179&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExNzVCSTg4TThaNE9BJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNzg1NTcwMks5T1lXVEFaNjY0WSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNzkzNTQyMjZNM0QxUllGU1ZGOSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU= The Deer Hunter’s Guide By Francis E. Sell: https://www.amazon.com/Deer-Hunters-Guide-Francis-Sell/dp/B0006BLZIY

Episode: Wind and Thermals Discussion Release Date: June 4, 2023 After the last episode with the brief discussion of thermals I decided I wanted to tackle the wind, thermals storm winds and thermal hubs in more detail and break it down to the basics, so I asked my dad to join me for the discussion.  It was a good look at what goes into deciding where to hunt and how to make your stalk.  The Not So Basic Basics Of Bowhunting:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gtcmd7n2w1M

Episode: Fred Bear’s Third Commandment of Bowhunting Release Date: May 28, 2023 -On the Trail …  The Not so Basic Basics of Bowhunting was a blast, check it out on Youtube, and the deadline for the draw is coming up in 3 states out west… -(4:20) Question of the week from Kade What licensing/permits/classes do I need to get started?  We dive into all the things you’re going to need to get out there for your first hunt.  We all know about hunter ed classes, but some states require more and some tags have different requirements, so we go through how to figure out what exactly will be required to get out there. -(12:14) Exercise of the week – RUCKING!!!             If there’s one thing that signals the start of summer training for hunting it’s RUCKNIG, and it’s time to get to kicking your own butt so you are ready for the fall. -(18:30) Commandment #3 – Always approach downwind.  In the cool of the day move uphill; in the heat of the day move downhill.             One thing that can’t be talked about enough when discussing big game hunting is the wind.  It’s vital to OBEY, defined as comply with the command, direction, or request of; submit to the authority of, the wind.  And this law brings up not only the predominant wind direction but leads us into a discussion of thermal wind, storm wind and how water affects wind movement in the woods.    The Not So Basic Basics Of Bowhunting:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gtcmd7n2w1M   The Deer Hunter’s Guide By Francis E. Sell: https://www.amazon.com/Deer-Hunters-Guide-Francis-Sell/dp/B0006BLZIY

Episode: Fred Bear’s Second Commandment of Bowhunting Release Date: May 14, 2023 -On the Trail …  There’s still 2 days until the CA DFW Not So Basic Basics of Bowhunting and I hope you guys got your draw in for Nevada. -(4:50) Question of the week from Kade Where am I even allowed to hunt? We look at the options from public to private land, and if you want more information look back at episode 1 (Public Land) and 9 (Military base Hunting). -(11:35) Exercise of the week – Dumbbell Row             If you’re an archery guy you need some form of row in your work out.  This is one option.             How to do it: https://exrx.net/WeightExercises/BackGeneral/DBBentOverRow https://www.strengthlog.com/dumbbell-row/ -(13:40) Commandment #2 – Don’t look for deer, look for movement.  And remember that’s what they’re looking for too.             As almost everything in hunting goes, you need to slow down.  This law is no exception, when you move too much you lose opportunities, but you do need to get to the right place, what’s the balance and remember to look for movement.    2 days left to sign up for the CA Department of Fish and Wildlife webinar – The Not So Basic Basics Of Bowhunting here: https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/198396 Episode 9: Military Base Hunting: https://open.spotify.com/episode/47ZFBAETdDAHvO0Qjwj3YK?si=42dcfecc2e564ecb Episode 1: Public Land Hunting Opportunities: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1g9Lncp8x7mRjmd4WpwEHn?si=66a974bba1224910

Episode: Fred Bear’s First Commandment of Bowhunting Release Date: May 7, 2023 -On the Trail you find out how my draws are going this year… spoiler alert, it could be better, but there’s still time. -(5:12) Question of the week from Nick Which is better for a beginner – archery or rifle hunting? There are reasons to choose both, get my take in the episode. -(11:13) Exercise of the week – Dumbbell Lateral Raise             I use this, it grows your shoulders, and helps keep the bow up.             How to do it:             https://exrx.net/WeightExercises/DeltoidLateral/DBLateralRaise             https://www.strengthlog.com/dumbbell-lateral-raise/ -(13:22) Commandment #1 – Don’t step on anything you can step over             I discuss my take on not only why this is important for your hunting, but give you some ideas on what you can do to put this commandment and what it means into action in the field.   Sign up for the CA Department of Fish and Wildlife webinar – The Not So Basic Basics Of Bowhunting here: https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/198396

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Episode: Shot Sequence Release Date: August 14, 2022 Summary:  In this episode we discuss my initial impressions of the book "The Deer Hunter's Guide" by Francis E. Sell that was published back in 1964.  Spoiler alert, despite the change in technology his writings about basic woodsman-ship and his advice on that subject is some of the most succinct writings on the topic.  The book is dense, but I put it up there as a good read for the experienced hunter and the novice alike. Then we dive into the main topic explaining the importance of a personal shot sequence and look at the California Hunter Ed shot sequence, the National Bowhunter Education Foundation Shot Sequence, the USA Archery shot sequence and finally my own personal shot sequence.  With all those steps out there I encourage you to look at your strengths and weaknesses and develop your own to bring your shooting to the next level. "The Deer Hunter's Guide" By Francis E. Sell: https://www.amazon.com/Deer-Hunters-Guide-Francis-Sell/dp/B0006BLZIY CA Hunter Education Shot Sequence Video: https://youtu.be/UqLJEoOH9ww

Release Date: July 17, 2022 Summary:  As hunters we face ever changing weather conditions and long periods of physical exertion followed by long periods of needing to remain as motionless as possible.  Those two things usually add up to one big problem... COLD.  One of the most important things you can do to keep yourself in the field in the fall is to make sure you're as comfortable as possible.  In this episode we discuss the basic layering system I use to stay comfortable from the early season in California to the northern Wisconsin gun deer season and everything in between.  The cloths themselves may change but the system is the same, base layer, warm layer, insulation layer and outer layer.

Release Date: July 9, 2022 Summary:  In this episode we take everything we talked about over the last two episodes and put it together to give you a complete system to know when to shoot and when to look for a better shot.  We build on the animal's vital zone size in part 1, and your weapon's and personal capabilities in part 2, and we add the environmental factors, animal behavior and weather into the mix to give you a full picture of when the shot is a high percentage shot and when the conditions are not quite right. References: Arrow Ballistics Calculator: http://www.bestcrossbowsource.com/crossbow-arrow-ballistics-calculator WASP Archery - Arrow speed calculator without a Chronograph: https://www.wasparchery.com/blog/how-to-calculate-arrow-speed-without-a-chronograph/ Hornady Ballistic Calculator: https://www.hornady.com/team-hornady/ballistic-calculators/#!/ Colorado Parks and Wildlife - Lesson 10 -Elk Hunting Ballistics: https://cpw.state.co.us/learn/Pages/EHU-CH2-L10.aspx#:~:text=A%20commonly%20accepted%20threshold%20for,energy%20is%201000%20ft%2Dlbs. Animal Vital Zone Sizes: https://chuckhawks.com/kill_zone_game_animals.htm Shoot or Don't Shoot By Phil Mendoza: https://www.amazon.com/Shoot-Dont-Bowhunting-Number-Percenter-ebook/dp/B07LBHJ2V4

Release Date: July 3, 2022 Summary:  In this episode we aim to expand your confidence when it comes time to take that shot.  To do this we expand on the introduction and look at how to determine your capabilities as a shooter and then show you how to figure out how capable your equipment is when it comes to taking down big game. References: Arrow Ballistics Calculator: http://www.bestcrossbowsource.com/crossbow-arrow-ballistics-calculator WASP Archery - Arrow speed calculator without a Chronograph: https://www.wasparchery.com/blog/how-to-calculate-arrow-speed-without-a-chronograph/ Hornady Ballistic Calculator: https://www.hornady.com/team-hornady/ballistic-calculators/#!/ Colorado Parks and Wildlife - Lesson 10 -Elk Hunting Ballistics: https://cpw.state.co.us/learn/Pages/EHU-CH2-L10.aspx#:~:text=A%20commonly%20accepted%20threshold%20for,energy%20is%201000%20ft%2Dlbs. Animal Vital Zone Sizes: https://chuckhawks.com/kill_zone_game_animals.htm Shoot or Don't Shoot By Phil Mendoza: https://www.amazon.com/Shoot-Dont-Bowhunting-Number-Percenter-ebook/dp/B07LBHJ2V4