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Dan sits down with his videographer Brycen to recap their public-land archery elk hunts in New Mexico and Montana—and this one comes from two completely different perspectives.

Dan has spent years chasing elk. Brycen had never elk hunted a day in his life before picking up a camera and following Dan into the mountains.

They break down Brycen hearing his first bugle, learning elk hunting on the fly, and discovering just how hard it is to keep up with an elk hunter while also trying to capture the story through a camera. Long days, steep country, lack of sleep, fatigue, discomfort, close calls, setbacks, and the incredible highs that make you forget how bad your body hurts.

This episode is an inside look at what public-land elk hunting out West actually feels like—from the perspective of a seasoned elk hunter and a guy experiencing the madness for the very first time.

The highs are high. The lows are low. And somewhere in between, you find out what you're made of.

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Dan is podcasting from the road, headed straight into his next elk hunt—but first, he’s breaking down a brutal **10-day public-land archery elk hunt in Idaho**.

This wasn’t a private-land layup. It was steep, unforgiving country, a general tag, plenty of hunting pressure, and a bull Dan had spent serious time scouting before the season ever started.

Dan walks through the hunt day by day: dealing with other hunters, adapting when plans fell apart, deciding when to stay aggressive and when to back off, and ultimately figuring out how to get within bow range of the bull he came there to hunt.

This episode is a look inside the decisions, mistakes, adjustments, and persistence that go into finding success on heavily pressured public land—because sometimes the difference between going home empty-handed and punching a tag is simply staying in the game long enough to get your opportunity.

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Today we're sitting down with Evan Hunter, better known as The Elk Nerd, to discuss one of the most ambitious elk hunting research projects we've seen.

Evan is conducting a free, data-driven study focused on elk shot outcomes, recoveries, and losses, and he's asking hunters across the country to contribute their experiences. His goal isn't to prove anyone right or wrong—it's to analyze thousands of real-world data points and uncover the trends that actually matter.

We'll dive into the variables he's studying, including shot placement, broadhead selection, total arrow weight, hunting experience, shot distance, cartridge selection, recovery rates, and more, all with the hope of identifying the factors that most influence successful recoveries—or heartbreaking losses.

If you've ever wondered what the data says instead of relying on campfire opinions or internet debates, this conversation is for you. Evan's analytical approach could help all of us make better decisions before that once-in-a-lifetime shot presents itself.

Most importantly, this study needs your help. The more

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Today, Dan sits down with longtime friend **Josh Jones (MFJJ)** for a conversation that's been over 20 years in the making.

The two catch up on life, archery, and Josh's brand-new podcast based out of Nashville, Tennessee. They dive into how the show came together, what he's learned behind the microphone, and some of the most memorable guests and conversations from his first year.

Of course, it wouldn't be an ElkShape podcast without going down a few archery rabbit holes. From bow tuning and equipment philosophies to lessons learned from decades in the industry, this episode is packed with insights, stories, and plenty of laughs between two friends who have shared a passion for archery for decades.

To wrap things up, Josh makes a special announcement about the **2027 MFJJ Camp**, including its brand-new location in **Nashville, Tennessee**. If you've ever wanted to learn directly from one of the best bow technicians in the game, you won't want to miss it.

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If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the endless opinions, conflicting advice, and internet myths surrounding archery, this episode is for you.

Today we're joined by **George Ryals**, one of the most respected archery coaches in the world, along with **Jonathan from Last Chance Archery**, to simplify the sport and break complex concepts into practical, easy-to-understand lessons that will immediately improve your shooting.

Throughout this listener Q&A, George tackles your biggest archery questions, explains the "why" behind proper form and tuning, and debunks several long-held myths that might completely change the way you think about accuracy and consistency. Whether you're brand new to archery or chasing tighter groups before elk season, there's something in this conversation that will make you a better archer.

To learn more from George, visit **ImproveMyArchery.com**, and be sure to check out his weekly "A Thing A Week" segments on the Last Chance Archery YouTube channel for even more practical coaching.

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