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AZ OTC Deer Hunt Changes with David Rigo

AZ OTC Deer Hunt Changes with David Rigo
Arizona’s over-the-counter, nonpermit-tag archery deer hunting opportunity will continue for the 2022-2023 hunts, but harvest limits have been set by unit and by species. 
This approach is in accordance with hunt guidelines (www.azgfd.com/Hunting/Guidelines/) approved April 1, 2022, by the Arizona Game and Fish Commission. Harvest limits were set at 20 percent of the estimated harvest for a unit and species. Failure to report a harvest, as well as hunting in a closed unit, will be strictly enforced.
All over-the-counter archery deer hunters will be required to report their harvest either online or by phone within 48 hours of taking their deer (details to be published in the 2022-2023 Arizona Hunting Regulations booklet). When the number of deer equaling the archery deer harvest limit for a particular unit and species has been reported, the unit will be closed to further archery deer hunting at sundown the Wednesday immediately following. 
Hunters will be responsible for checking online or by telephone before hunting to determine if their desired hunt unit is still open. The department’s website will be updated continuously to reflect the number of deer harvested and whether a harvest limit has been reached and a unit is closed. 
The 2022-2023 Arizona Hunting Regulations will be posted online in early May at www.azgfd.com/Hunting/Regulations/.

Throwback Thursday with Billy Babish Mule deer

Throwback Thursday with Billy Babish
 
Show Notes: 
 
I’ve got my good friend and long-time hunting colleague, Billy Babish, on the TBT today. Being Arizona natives, Billy and I both know what it’s like to be archery hunting late in the season in this state. But Billy has a special skill…he only gets to hunt by himself for about 5-6 days in a year but he always manages to bag himself a buck. He’s got great know-hows about late season archery hunting in AZ and he gave us the low-down on Coues and mules, animal patterns, strategies he’s tried and what has worked for him over the years.  Talking Mule Deer Hunting Tactics with Muley Slayer Marc Smith 
 
 
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Hunt anywhere and have success

How to Fight for Hunting
Show Notes:
As someone with 40 years of hunting experience, I’ve seen the ebbs and flows of the anti-hunt movement. Today, it’s growing year after year. So, I sat down this week to talk a little about land management, hunting strategy, but most importantly: Howl for Wildlife. Howl for Wildlife is a new organization dedicated to hunting activism. Activism can be a dirty word for many hunters, but it’s time for us to stand up for our right to hunt. 
 
I talked a bit about my background in hunting, and how I became a hunting guide. I went on to discuss my hunting and scouting strategy. My strategy depends on the animal I’m hunting, of course, so I started with mule deer. We talked a bit about what kind of habitat keeps does around and what we should be looking for as hunters. We also swapped some stories about our experiences hunting, guiding, and more. 
 
After that, we got into the meat of the episode: hunting activism. “Activism” isn’t a word usually associated with our side, but it’s about time that hunters start being active. The anti-hunt movement is only growing, and it’s up to us to fight that. We talked a bit about the anti-hunt movement, and how that type of disinformation can impact policy change. 
 
That led me into my organization, Howl for Wildlife. The organization was founded to work for hunters, and we’ve already had some success. I talked a bit about the story of Howl for Wildlife, and what we are doing for hunters today. We had a great conversation about conservation, activism, and uniting as hunters. 
 
What's’ Inside:
- Tips and tricks for reading the land.
- How anti-hunting legislation spreads across the nation.
- The importance of unity as hunters.
- How the mainstream media paints hunters as the bad guys.
- How you can help fight for hunting rights. 
 
Mentioned in this episode:
Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/
Phoenix Shooting Bags: https://www.phoenixshootingbags.com/
Days in the Wild: https://daysinthewild.com/
 
Short Description:
This week on the podcast, we talked about hunting rights and the importance of hunting activism. That’s typically not a word associated with our side of things, but it’s critical that we come together as hunters and stand up for what’s right.  Aside from that, we had a great conversation about hunting strategy and reading land. 
 
Tags:
Hunting activism, reading land, howl for wildlife, land management, hunting rights, anti-hunt movement, big game hunting, days in the wild

Bonus episode Backwoods Bowhunters and I episode 1

Bonus episode Backwoods Bowhunters and I episode 1 
Me and the Guys from Backwoods Bowhunter Podcast have a discussion about a lot of different things and in episode 2 we get into some of my hunting stories. Tim and Mike some really cool guys and were fun to talk to.  

Throwback Thursday with Corey Jacobsen

Throwback Thursday with Corey Jacobsen
 
Show Notes: 
 
Every hunter has a formula for hunting and this comes out with experience by figuring out what tactics and strategies work for you and your hunting style. Corey Jacobsen is an elk hunter who has tons of stories from his 30 plus years of hunting experience. And with over 3 decades of hunting, he’s finally mapped out the formula that brings him success in the field. We sat down and talked about his hunting formula, what it was like to see his son shoot his first elk and the excitement he still feels on the field even after decades of hunting. 

Jason Phelps - Activism, Elk Hunting, and Calling

Activism, Elk Hunting, and Calling with Jason Phelps
Show Notes:
Jason Phelps is a man who needs no introduction. But just in case – he’s an experienced elk hunter and an industry leader in game call design and manufacturing. Jason is most known for his credentials as a call designer, but we talked about a whole lot more than just calling. We touched on hunting conditions, elk hunting, and of course – calling strategies. 
 
Before any of that, though, we discussed hunting activism. The movement against hunting rights is only growing. Combine that with all the craziness going on in the world, and it’s more important than ever to stand up for our rights as hunters. Jason lives in NorCal, so he’s right in the thick of the anti-hunting movement. 
 
With that out of the way, we swapped a few stories about elk hunting. Jason’s got plenty of experience hunting elk and the stories he shared makes you wish you were in the hunting field at that very moment. We talked about what Jason looks for in hunting conditions, before getting into the nitty-gritty of elk calling. 
 
There are a lot of ways to call for elk, but there’s also a right (and wrong) way to do it. Given Jason’s experience with just that, he gives very practical and useful tips on elk calling. We ultimately agreed – it’s important to find a way that you enjoy, that also brings success. 
 
What's Inside:
- The importance of hunting activism.
- How hunting legislation gets passed. 
- We swap stories about elk hunting.
- Different techniques for calling elk. 
 
Mentioned in this episode:
Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/
Phoenix Shooting Bags: https://www.phoenixshootingbags.com/
 
Short Description:
I sat down with Jason Phelps, a well known hunter and call engineer. We talked about hunting activism, and how important it is to stand up for our rights as hunters. We also jumped into all things elk. We swapped stories about the hunt and got some great insight on elk calling from Jason. 
 
Tags:
Hunting activism, elk calling, hunting rights, elk hunting, big game hunting, calling technique, calling , days in the wild, hunting podcast, jason phelps

Super Tune Your Bow With Chris Dunlap TBT

Throwback Thursday Super Tuning your Bow with Chris Dunlap. 

Throwback Thursday with Colton Gibbins

Throwback Thursday with Colton Gibbins
 
Show Notes: 
 
Colton Gibbins is an expert hunting navigator in the Idaho playing field. When this episode was recorded, Colton has had 16 seasons under his belt and has been a guide in Idaho for several years. Idaho offers a great population of elk during hunting season and it’s a great place for bowhunting and rifle hunting. Originally a bowhunter, he shared how he also had to know his way behind rifles because of Idaho’s hunting zones and units system. We sat down and talked about everything and anything you need to know for a great Idaho hunting trip, including Colton’s know-hows, insider knowledge in navigating areas and how hunting zones and units in Idaho works.

Reading Animals and Using Decoys with Danny Farris

Reading Animals and Using Decoys with Danny Farris
Show Notes:
Danny Farris and I sat down to talk about reading animals, using decoys, and a whole lot more. Danny’s an experienced hunter in Colorado: he’s the owner of Ultimate Predator Gear,  a columnist for Bowhunter magazine and a host for the Hoyt bowhunting podcast, among other things. When it comes to bowhunting – Danny’s your guy.
 
Danny owns a decoy company, so we kicked off by talking about using decoys effectively. Everyone has their own thoughts on decoys, but Danny says they’re most effective during the rut. The hormonal changes that go on during the rut make decoys extra effective. 
 
From there, we talked about deer hunting. Danny has a lot of knowledge on how deer behave, so it was great to hear him talk about reading the species. We swapped a few stories about just that – how to read deer in the field, and how to predict their next move. That’s easier said than done. We both had a few stories about using decoys during these types of situations on the hunt. 
 
A lot of this comes from your ability to make decisions in high pressure situations. We talked a bit about how we handle those moments. I’ve gotten pretty good at keeping my cool, but that’s another one of those ‘easier said than done’ things. “The ability to stay calm enough to make sound decisions,” as Danny calls it, is a huge skill to have for hunters. It was great to talk about this skill with Danny – it’s an underrated one to have in your arsenal. 
 
What's Inside:
- How to use decoys effectively.
- When to use a decoy.
- What is spot and ambush hunting?
- How to keep cool when it’s time to take the shot. 
- Stories about elk, deer, and turkey hunting.
 
Mentioned in this episode:
Howl for Wildlife: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/
Phoenix Shooting Bags: https://www.phoenixshootingbags.com/
Ultimate Predator: www.ultimatepredatorgear.com
 
Short Description:
Expert bowhunter Danny Farris joined me on the podcast this week to talk about using decoys effectively. Danny is the owner of Ultimate Predator, a company that makes decoys for bowhunters. Everyone has their own opinions on decoys, so it was great to hear some expert advice on how (and when) to use them. 
 
Tags:
Bowhunting, decoys, archery, mule deer, colorado, hunting psychology, turkey hunting, elk hunting, big game hunting, days in the wild, danny farris, bowhunter, hunting tips, hunting stories

Throwback Thursday with Chad Roberts

Throwback Thursday with Chad Roberts
 
Show Notes: 
 
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s looking into hunting in Arizona. We got juicy hunting knowledge from a very experienced Arizona deer hunter, Chad Roberts. This was part of my state-to-state deer hunting series and my conversation with Chad is one for the books. We talked about deer tags, weather, terrain, seasons, deer behavior and of course, hunting tactics. Chad absolutely loves the challenge of tracking deer and he walked us through his process from start to finish. Whether you’re a beginner or a veteran hunter planning a hunting trip in the AZ field, this episode will definitely give you a great bird’s eye view.