Every year I donate $20 to the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. Well, at least that’s what I thought I was doing. As it turns out, there’s something to this whole lottery thing. I logged in to the KDFWR website last week I was shocked to read, “Congratulations, you were selected for a… Read more »
Posts Tagged: elk
3 Essential Leg Exercises for Elk Hunters
The first aspect of F.O.C.U.S. training for elk hunting is “Foundation”, or legs. Elk hunters, if they are to effectively hunt the mountains, must have strong and enduring legs. Today I want to look at three simple, yet essential leg workouts that anyone can perform anywhere, without any equipment. 1) The Step-up The step-up is an… Read more »
The Collision of Comfort and Conquering (And Somehow Something To Do With Elk Hunting)
Comfort. A couple of nights ago I awoke to a violent storm that was happening outside my window. Lighting was crashing, thunder was erupting, and rain was being driven sideways by high winds. This was all occurring around me, but not affecting me. I was in the comfort of my home, insulated by my “bubble” of… Read more »
Elk Hunting Strategies, Tactics, and Gear with Steve Speck of S&S Archery
Steve Speck is the owner of S&S Archery, the designer and founder of Solid Broadheads, the creator of the Bogus Challenge, and a founding member of Pure Elevation Productions. If you have been following Sole Adventure for a while, you might recall that I interviewed Steve last year. (If you missed that interview, please check… Read more »
Ounces, Dollars, and Days – Problems with Backpack-Style Hunting (And Why You Shouldn’t Do It)
Lightweight, affordable, and durable is the ultimate trifecta for the backcountry hunter, but unfortunately you usually can’t have all three at once. I am a planner by nature. I organize, make lists, and check-off tasks. Yes, I’m the nerd that uses spreadsheets for all kinds of things. One of the lists that I have been… Read more »
