Ep. #015 Elk Fest, CO Draw Results & Western Hunting Politics

Ep. #021 Highcountry Mule Deer w/ Traditional Bowhunter Scott Hargrove: HC Mule Deer #3

Episode #021 | High Country Mule Deer with Traditional Bowhunter Scott Hargrove September is Coming Series | Mule Deer #3 The September is Coming series rolls on with our third mule deer installment, and this one is a special conversation with a true western Colorado legend. Some hunters chase trophies. Others spend a lifetime chasing the perfect stalk. At 72 years young, Scott Hargrove is still climbing into Colorado's high country every fall with a Stalker Stick recurve in hand, proving that age is no match for passion, determination, and decades of hard-earned experience. Around western Colorado, Scott is a legend—not because of the bucks he's killed, but because of the way he's hunted them. For many compound bowhunters, reaching 50 yards means it's almost time to shoot. For Scott, 50 yards is where the real hunt begins. In this episode of Wolverine & the Warthog, we sit down with Scott to trace his incredible journey—from growing up in Southern California to building a successful career and eventually becoming one of western Colorado's most respected traditional bowhunters. Along the way, Scott shares invaluable lessons on: * How to stalk high-country mule deer effectively. * Knowing when not to make a stalk. * Reading terrain, wind, thermals, and deer behavior. * Why certain tactics consistently fail while others succeed. * Closing the final few yards with traditional equipment. * The mindset required to hunt with a recurve in today's world. As always, the stories are just as good as the lessons. Scott has spent decades learning from success, failure, and countless encounters with mature mule deer, and he generously shares that wisdom throughout this conversation. Whether you're a traditional archer, a compound hunter looking to become a better stalker, or simply someone who appreciates old-school hunting knowledge, there's something here for you. We hope you enjoy this third mule deer episode of the September is Coming series as much as we enjoyed sitting down with Scott. If you enjoy the episode: * Subscribe so you don't miss the rest of the September is Coming series. * Like the video and leave a comment with your favorite lesson from Scott. * Share it with a hunting partner who's addicted to chasing velvet mule deer. #MuleDeer #TraditionalArchery #RecurveBow #Bowhunting #HighCountryMuleDeer #SpotAndStalk #ColoradoHunting #StalkerStick #TraditionalBowhunting #SeptemberIsComing #WolverineAndTheWarthog

Ep. #020 Elk Calling w/ Hunter Enloe: Elk #2

Episode #020 – Elk Calling w/ Hunter Enloe Elk #2 of the September Is Coming Series There are hunters who use elk calls simply to locate bulls, and then there are hunters like Hunter Enloe, who truly believe elk can be communicated with. Hunter has dedicated countless hours to understanding elk vocalizations, body language, and the subtle conversations that happen between bulls and cows throughout September. While some hunters argue that aggressive calling isn’t always the most productive way to kill mature elk, Hunter’s consistent success tells a different story. In this episode of Wolverine & The Warthog, we dive deep into the art and science of elk calling. We put Gene Taylor’s new Riven Calls to the test, discuss the sounds that matter most, and break down real-world hunting scenarios you’ll encounter in the mountains. From locating bulls and closing the distance to reading their mood, knowing when to challenge them, when to stay quiet, and the mistakes that can end an encounter before it ever begins, this conversation is packed with practical, field-tested knowledge. Whether you’re a first-time elk hunter or someone who has spent years chasing bugles every September, you’ll come away from this episode with a better understanding of how elk communicate—and how to communicate back. September is coming. Start preparing now. ⸻ Presented by: Traders Rendezvous – Gunnison, Colorado Gene Taylor’s Sporting Goods Warthog Blades 🎙️ Wolverine & The Warthog Two hunters from opposite ends of the earth. United by instinct. Driven by the wild. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a comment letting us know what elk calling topic you’d like us to cover next. Good luck this season, and we’ll see you in the mountains. #ElkCalling #ElkHunting #SeptemberIsComing #HunterEnloe #GeneTaylors #RivenCalls #Bowhunting #PublicLandElk #ColoradoElk #BuglingBulls #WolverineAndTheWarthog

Ep. #019 Brad Phelps...Elk Hunting #1: SEPTEMBER IS COMING

Wolverine & the Warthog Podcast – Episode #019September is Coming Series | Elk Hunting #1Guest: Brad PhelpsLocation: 7 Triangle RanchThe September is Coming series continues with Elk Hunting #1, featuring legendary Gunnison rancher, guide, conservationist, and storyteller Brad Phelps.Brad is a fourth-generation Gunnison cattle rancher who has spent a lifetime chasing elk across the American West. From trying to rope elk on horseback as a young cowboy, to calling screaming bulls into bow range, to harvesting a legendary 373” Colorado bull, Brad has experienced nearly every chapter of elk hunting imaginable.Over the years, Brad has served on the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission, spent his life in the cattle industry, guided hunters throughout Alaska and across Colorado, and continues to guide elk hunters today. He is a cowboy, rancher, conservationist, biologist, animal lover, and one of the finest ambassadors for wildlife and western heritage you’ll ever meet.In this episode, we dive deep into the incredible history of elk in the Gunnison Basin—from the day 11 elk were unloaded from a train at the Iola stockyards in the early 1900s, to the growth of Colorado’s elk herd, the evolution of elk hunting, current challenges, and what the future may hold.If you’ve never had the privilege of listening to Brad Phelps tell a story, it's time to dig in.Topics include:• The history of elk in the Gunnison Basin• Colorado’s early elk restoration efforts• Ranching and wildlife conservation• Elk behavior and habitat• Guiding in Alaska and Colorado• Colorado’s changing elk management• Lessons from a lifetime in the mountainsIf you enjoyed the episode, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share. New episodes of the September is Coming series release every week as we count down to elk season.#ElkHunting #ColoradoElk #Bowhunting #SeptemberIsComing #WolverineAndTheWarthog #GunnisonColorado #Elk #WesternHunting #Conservation #Ranching #BradPhelps

Ep. #018 Cody Dyce: Highcountry Mule - Part 2

Ep. #018 – Cody Dyce: Highcountry Mule Deer Part 2 | September Is Coming Series Few hunters have dedicated as much of their life to mule deer as Cody Dyce. From the river breaks and prairie country of South Dakota to the alpine basins above 13,000 feet in Colorado, Cody has spent a lifetime chasing mule deer and learning the lessons they teach. With more than 20 years of guiding experience and countless days spent behind big bucks, his knowledge of mule deer hunting runs deep. In Part 2 of our September Is Coming series, Cody joins the Wolverine and the Warthog to dive into the past, present, and future of mule deer hunting in the West. We discuss the rich history of mule deer hunting in Western Colorado, the challenges facing today’s deer herds, and what the future may hold for one of the most iconic big game animals in North America. We also cover practical mule deer hunting tips, hard-earned lessons from decades in the field, and why success isn’t always measured by inches of antler. More importantly, we talk about how to truly value the experience, the country, and the pursuit itself. In This Episode: Cody Dyce’s hunting and guiding background The history of mule deer hunting in Western Colorado Current challenges facing mule deer populations What the future may hold for mule deer hunters High-country mule deer tactics and lessons learned The importance of enjoying the entire hunting experience Why mule deer continue to captivate generations of hunters Whether you’re counting down the days until September or simply obsessed with mule deer, this episode is packed with stories, perspective, and decades of experience from one of the most passionate mule deer hunters you’ll meet. #WolverineAndTheWarthog #SeptemberIsComing #MuleDeer #HighCountryMuleDeer #ArcheryMuleDeer #WesternHunting #ColoradoMuleDeer #PublicLandHunting #BackcountryHunting #BigBuck #HuntingPodcast #CodyDyce

Ep. #017 Highcountry Mule Deer --- Part 1 ---SEPTEMBER IS COMING Series

Ep. 017 | Highcountry Mule Deer: Part 1 | September is Coming Series September is coming. In the first mule deer installment of our new September is Coming series, Connor and Andy sit down to talk all things high-country archery mule deer. From locating bachelor groups in remote alpine basins to breaking down the realities of public-land pressure, we dive into what it takes to consistently get opportunities on mature mountain bucks. This episode covers: • High-country scouting and glassing strategies • Stalking tactics for velvet mule deer • Public land competition and hunter pressure • How to evaluate and calculate low-odds stalk opportunities • Common mistakes hunters make on mature bucks • Personal experiences chasing old mountain mule deer in rugged country • Why some bucks seem to survive year after year • The anticipation of September with a tag burning a hole in the Wolverine’s pocket The September is Coming series will feature multiple episodes dedicated to both mule deer and elk hunting, along with experienced guides, outfitters, callers, and accomplished hunters sharing their knowledge on everything from stalking giant mule deer to locating and calling elk during the rut. If September has been on your mind since the day last season ended, this series is for you. 🎙️ Wolverine & The Warthog Podcast 🏹 Western Hunting • Conservation • Adventure • Stories from the Wild Subscribe and follow along as we count down to archery season. #MuleDeer #HighCountryMuleDeer #Bowhunting #ArcheryHunting #PublicLand #VelvetBuck #WesternHunting #ElkHunting #SeptemberIsComing #WolverineAndTheWarthog #BackcountryHunting #DIYHunting #ColoradoHunting #MuleDeerHunting