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The Built to Hunt Podcast by Huntin' Fool is the leading hunting resource you need to find hunting opportunities and make the most of your time in the field! Hosted by the exclusive team of Hunt Advisors of the Huntin' Fool magazine.
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The Built to Hunt Podcast by Huntin' Fool is the leading hunting resource you need to find hunting opportunities and make the most of your time in the field! Hosted by the exclusive team of Hunt Advisors of the Huntin' Fool magazine.
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Episodes
EP 260: Details of the Grand Slam Hunts
2/3/2026
Join Hunt Advisors, Austin Atkinson and Isaiah Joner, as they discuss the hunts selected for this years' Grand Slam® Giveaway! Find out more about the outfitters, what's included, how much the hunts cost, and how to get entered in the largest hunting giveaway ever attemped!
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Duration:00:19:25
EP 259: Arizona Elk Outlook for 2026
1/7/2026
Join Hunt Advisors, Austin Atkinson and Garth Jenson as they discuss their views and outlook for the 2026 Elk season in Arizona. The deadline to apply is February 3, 2026 online.
Host: Austin Atkinson
Advisor: Garth Jenson
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Duration:00:34:20
EP 258: Unlimited Rocky Sheep Success with Robert Hanneman
12/31/2025
Join Hunt Advisors, Austin Atkinson and Robert Hanneman, as they discuss Robert's recent success on a Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep in the unlimited areas of Montana. Learn more about this over-the-counter bighorn sheep hunt and how Robert found his own success after years of trial and error.
Host: Austin Atkinson
Hunt Advisor: Robert Hanneman
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Duration:00:59:24
EP 257: All Crossbow Permits Void in Arizona
12/16/2025
Join Hunt Advisor, Austin Atkinson and Brian Rimsza from Arizona as they dive into what's new with the overhaul of the crossbow permit system in Arizona and how the rules will affect all archery hunts in the future. ALL current Arizona crossbow permits (temporary or permanent) will be voided on June 30, 2026. Beginning July 1, 2026 for the new Regulatory Year, all permits must be obtained under the new rule changes. This is for CHAMP permit holders and 12-month temporary crossbow permits.
FAQ Fact Sheet
CROSSBOW PERMIT (R12-4-216) AND CHAMP (R12-4-217) RULE CHANGES
Host: Austin Atkinson
Interviewing: Brian Rimsza
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Duration:00:31:41
EP 256: Alaska 2026 Draw Strategy and Outlook
12/3/2025
Join Hunt Advisors, Austin Atkinson and Robert Hanneman, as they discuss Alaska's Draw Strategy and hunting outlook for 2026!
Host: Austin Atkinson
Hunt Advisor: Robert Hanneman
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Duration:01:10:13
EP 255: Idaho General Elk Draw Tips for 2026
11/26/2025
Join Hunt Advisors, Austin Atkinson, as he joins two Hunt Advisors to discuss the Idaho General Draw that kicks off the 2026 application season. The Idaho application period is December 5 - 15, 2025.
More information from Huntin' Fool https://www.huntinfool.com/idaho-2026-application-service
Non-resident Draw Supplement with Quotas https://idfg.idaho.gov/sites/default/files/seasons-rules-big-game-supplemental-proclamation-2026-2.pdf
More FAQ on the Idaho Draw https://idfg.idaho.gov/licenses/tag/quotas/nonresident
Host: Austin Atkinson
Hunt Advisors: Robert Hanneman & Logan Hedges
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Duration:00:42:52
EP 254: Elk Hunt Story with the Jackson Family
11/21/2025
Join Hunt Advisor, Bransen Jackson, along with his father Larry and brother Shaye, as they recap their Utah family elk hunt this year. This episode dives into Larry's limited entry permit experience, lessons learned, and family traditions that create lifetime memories!
Host: Bransen Jackson
Interviewing: Larry and Shaye Jackson
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Duration:00:55:11
EP 253: What's New in the Rifle Industry with Bergara + XLR
10/31/2025
Join Hunt Advisor, Austin Atkinson and Glenn Hatt with Bergara, along with Matt MEans with XLR Industries, as they dive into what's new in the rifle industry, factory rifles, chassis systems, and this year's hunting season.
Host: Austin Atkinson
Interviewing: Glenn Hatt and Matt Means
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Duration:00:54:00
EP 252: Complete your Super Ten® from GSCO
10/22/2025
Join Hunt Advisor, Austin Atkinson and TJ Sanchez with GSCO, as they dive into what it takes to build and complete a Super Ten®! In this episode, we pair up with TJ Sanchez with GSCO to talk strategy, the hunt experience, and much more! If you're looking at starting or completing your Super Ten® of North American Big Game, this is the episode for you!
Host: Austin Atkinson
Interviewing: TJ Sanchez
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Duration:00:43:32
EP 251: Hunting Styles and Rifles with Aaron Davidson of Gunwerks
10/15/2025
Join Hunt Advisor, Austin Atkinson and Founder and CEO of Gunwerks, Aaron Davidson, as they dive into hunting styles, new rifle systems and more! Explore weight, barrel length, rangefinders, ballistics, and calibers.
Host: Austin Atkinson
Interviewing: Aaron Davidson
Editor: Deziree Valdez
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Duration:01:06:09
EP 250: Elk Rut Updates with Austin, Jerrod, & Bransen
10/2/2025
Join Hunt Advisors, Austin, Jerrod and Bransen as they break down the latest elk rut activity unfolding across the West. In this episode, the team unpacks September hunts, how shifting weather patterns could be effecting the rut, outlooks for the remainder of the season, and take-aways hunters can use to adapt and find success this season.
Host: Austin Atkinson
Editor: Deziree Valdez
Advisors: Jerrod Lile, Bransen Jackson
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Duration:00:37:35
EP 249: Utah Elk Spike Hunting 2025
9/5/2025
Join Hunt Advisors, Garth Jenson and Hunter LeMasters as they dive into the world of archery hunting spike elk in Utah as a non-resident. This episode unpacks everything you need to know—from the advantages that make this hunt such a great opportunity, to insights on tag availability, hunt pressure expectations, and the essential logistics that will set you up for success.
Whether you’re a seasoned hunter looking for a new adventure or a non-resident eager to maximize your time in the field, this discussion highlights why Utah’s spike elk hunts are an accessible and rewarding option. Best of all, if you’re after a straightforward hunt that can put quality meat in your freezer, this may just be the perfect fit for you—no matter where you call home.
Host: Garth Jenson
Editor: Deziree Valdez
Interviewing: Hunter LeMasters
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Duration:00:25:03
EP 248: Weather, Fires & Public Lands Discussion
7/9/2025
Join Austin Atkinson as he sits down with Garth Jenson and Hunter LeMasters to discuss recent draw results, plans for this fall, weather patterns, drought, wildfires, and the recent public lands debate.
Host: Austin Atkinson
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Duration:00:42:42
EP 247: Campfire Talk with Eberlestock
6/12/2025
Join Hunt Advisors, Austin and Garth Jenson as they team up with Casey and Jackson from Eberlestock for an inside look at cutting-edge pack designs, brutal hunts, and behind-the-scenes stories. Whether you’re gearing up for a new pack system or want a firsthand glimpse into the Eberlestock brand—this episode is a must-listen!
Hosts: Austin Atkinson and Garth Jenson
Editor: Deziree Valdez
Interviewing: Casey Richmond and Jackson Reed
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Duration:00:52:07
EP 246: New Idaho Draw for General Tags
5/23/2025
Join Hunt Advisors, Austin Atkinson and Logan Hedges as they discuss the new Idaho draw for Non-Resident elk and deer tags. In this episode, we cover 2026 tags going to a draw system, how the draw will work, important dates, youth hunting, and more! Tune in for Idaho updates!
Host: Austin Atkinson
Editor: Deziree Valdez
Hunt Advisor: Logan Hedges
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Duration:00:28:54
EP 245: Arizona 2025 Fall Draw
5/14/2025
Join Hunt Advisors, Austin Atkinson and Garth Jenson as they discuss the Arizona fall draw coming up! On this episode we cover Arizona deer (Mule and Coues) and sheep (Rocky and Desert) species information, application strategy, draw odds, deadlines, and prime unit overviews!
ARIZONA DEADLINE: JUNE 3rd, 2025
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Hosts: Austin Atkinson and Garth Jenson
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Duration:00:44:34
EP 244: Wyoming License Quotas Approved! Seasons, Quotas & More!
4/28/2025
Season dates and license quotas are now set for all species for the 2025 Wyoming draws. Listen now to understand the changes and how they may affect your applications. Logan Hedges and Austin Atkinson sit down to discuss each species available in the draw so you can modify or adjust your application for this year.
Bighorn sheepmoosemtn goatbisonApril 30May 8elkMay 8May 22deerantelopeJune 2June 19October 31 View the final WY 2025 license quotas and regulations
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Read the Wyoming State Section information in the January and May editions of Huntin' Fool
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Duration:00:56:59
EP 243: Sheep Hunting in Oregon and Idaho with SMO
4/22/2025
Join Huntin' Fool Advisor Austin Atkinson and hunting guides from HFA Endorsed Outfitter #001, Dan Blankenship and Scott Coe. These two guide dozens of once-in-a-lifetime hunters each fall in Oregon and Idaho and share their knowledge of bighorn sheep, disease outbreaks, and how to select a unit for your draw application.
Watch their films on the Sheep Mountain Outfitters YouTube
April 30 - Idaho draw deadline
May 15 - Oregon draw deadline
Host: Austin Atkinson
Editor: Deziree Lambert
Interviewing: Dan Blankenship and Scott Coe
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Duration:00:53:26
EP 242: Nevada Draw Outlook for 2025
4/16/2025
Join Hunt Advisors, Austin Atkinson and Robert Hanneman as they discuss the 2025 Nevada draw outlook and how to best strategize your hunting opportunities! Big game species covered in this episode include elk, mule deer, bighorn sheep, antelope and moose.
Host: Austin Atkinson
Co-Host: Deziree Lambert
Interviewing: Robert Hanneman
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Duration:00:50:50
EP 241: Utah Final Price Increases and Permit Numbers for 2025
4/2/2025
Utah DWR has announced their new non-resident fees after having internal meetings. Should you keep applying? How much will a deer or elk permit cost in 2025 and beyond? Join Garth Jenson and Austin Atkinson as they sit down to share April updates to the new fee changes and permit quotas for this year.
Fees will be increased for hunting licenses July 1, 2025 and for permits on September 1, 2025.
Utah Fee Chart List of All Non-Resident Utah FeesUtah Permit Recommendations for Public MeetingsPermit Number PacketSubmit FeedbackUtah Paunsaugunt Deer Hunt Giveawayhuntinfool.com/winUtah Fee ReasoningSITLA Lands in UtahContact InformationUtah Guide RevisionsSenate Bill 149Utah Landowner Private Land Elk ProgramHouse Bill 202
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Duration:00:59:17