Episode 086: History of Mountain Men, Bear Attacks, and Grizzly Bears in Northern Utah

In this episode, Erik sits down with Mike Vause and the Sheriff. They talk about the history of mountain men and Old Ephraim. They discuss recent bear attacks and Mike shares a family story of a past bear attack. They also discuss grizzly bears coming back to Northern Utah and how close they actually get. Be sure to check out MTNTOUGH Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use code "MULEYFREAK10" for 10% off of MagView products.MTNTOUGH Link: https://bit.ly/48q1tWzwww.muleyfreak.com

In this episode, Erik and Aaron look back on Erik's New Mexico archery mule deer hunt. Where he wounded a giant buck and on top of that missed the birth of his 6th child. He talks about the disappointment that came with both of those events. Aaron recently got back from California where he was hunting blacktails and shares some of his experience! Be sure to check out MTNTOUGH Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use code "MULEYFREAK10" for 10% off of MagView products.MTNTOUGH Link: https://bit.ly/48q1tWzwww.muleyfreak.com

Erik has on the Dickbone King Adam Grenda. They talk about dealing with hate, dickbones, and Adam's drive to kill the biggest moose he can. Be sure to check out MTNTOUGH Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use code "MULEYFREAK10" for 10% off of MagView products.MTNTOUGH Link: https://bit.ly/48q1tWzwww.muleyfreak.com

In the episode, Erik has on the creator of the .22 Creedmoor, Derrick Ratliff. They talk about why it was created, how it came to be, and everything 22 Creedmoor. They also talk about the newly released Muley Freak x Wombat action. Get yours today: https://shop.stilleractions.com/wombat-actions/special-edition---muley-freak-wombat Be sure to check out MTNTOUGH Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use code "MULEYFREAK10" for 10% off of MagView products.MTNTOUGH Link: https://bit.ly/48q1tWzwww.muleyfreak.com

In this week's episode, Erik hops on a call with Sean Murphy of KGM Suppressors to talk about how he joined the hunting industry. When he got into competitive shooting and the success he has had how KGM Suppressors work! Be sure to check out MTNTOUGH Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use code "MULEYFREAK10" for 10% off of MagView products.MTNTOUGH Link: https://bit.ly/48q1tWzwww.muleyfreak.com

Erik sits down with Mike Vause from Smith & Edwards to talk 1st Focal Plane vs 2nd Focal Plane, the new addition of Night Force scopes at S&E, and MOA vs MIL. Be sure to check out MTNTOUGH Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use code "MULEYFREAK10" for 10% off of MagView products.MTNTOUGH Link: https://bit.ly/48q1tWzwww.muleyfreak.com

Erik and Aaron talk about their recent trip to Alaska hunting black bears, and the upcoming meet and greet at Smith and Edwards on Friday, June 14th, and Saturday, June 15th. Be sure to check out the event! Be sure to check out MTNTOUGH Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use code "MULEYFREAK10" for 10% off MagView products.MTNTOUGH Fitness Link: https://bit.ly/48q1tWzwww.muleyfreak.com

Erik and Aaron sit down to talk about their recent trip to Montana, with Ryan Watson from MTNTOUGH Fitness. They meet up with their good friend Wyatt O'Day and chase bears for the week. Erik is using his new .22 creedmoor to take down a bear and Ryan is going to use a Walther PDP 9mm to shoot a bear with the help of new friend Jake and his hounds! Be sure to check out MTNTOUGH Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use code "MULEYFREAK10" for 10% off MagView products.MTNTOUGH Fitness Link: https://bit.ly/48q1tWzwww.muleyfreak.com

Erik and Aaron sit down to talk about their recent Oryx hunt in New Mexico. This animal is native to the plains of Africa and in the 1960's it was brought in by New Mexico Game & Fish. 93 Oryx were orignally released onto the Tularosa Basin but their numbers have rapidly produced far exdeeding 7,000+ aniamls. They are tough, spooky and beautiful animals. Tune in to hear Erik's experience hunting them. Be sure to check out MTNTOUGH Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use code "MULEYFREAK10" for 10% off of MagView products.MTNTOUGH Link: https://bit.ly/48q1tWzwww.muleyfreak.com

This week Erik has on MTNTOUGH Founder Dustin Diefenderfer. They talk about mindset, mental toughness, and overcoming adversity. Dustin shares his life after college where he and his wife quit their jobs and moved to Africa.Be sure to check out MTNTOUGH Fitness and get 6 weeks free with code "MULEYFREAK". Also, use code "MULEYFREAK10" for 10% off of MagView products.MTNTOUGH Link: https://bit.ly/48q1tWzwww.muleyfreak.com